5 Travis Barker Drum Beats Every Drummer Should Know

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

Get the sheet music here: bit.ly/2ZF51kW Subscribe or I'll steal your cymbals: bit.ly/2AyH1Fb I have been a fan of Travis Barker's drumming for as long as I can remember. To me, he really helped change the game of pop punk rock drumming. His band projects include work with The Aquabats, Blink 182, +44, Boxcar Racer, Antemasque, Goldfinger, and the Transplants...not to mention his collaborations with other artists. He's launched a successful clothing company (Famous Stars and Straps), has had popular TV shows, and has helped to bring more attention to the drum community. So here are 5 Travis Barker drum beats that I think every drummer should know. Leave a comment below and let me know your favorite Travis Barker drum beats!

[@mariozetino913]

Why do people play with there drumsticks upside down

[@bobbycoltrane7552]

This was cool but what about Derrick McKenzie of Jamarqui

[@declanwrightmusic]

Travis Barker's stuff in Box Car Racer is awesome as well!

[@krioni86sa]

Adam's Song

[@derekscherzerberlin]

The PDF-link doesn´t work.........

[@Minusthefluff]

1:14 dumpweed 4:10 feeling this 7:20 anthem part 2 12:48 adams song 17:51 first date

[@GuilhermeOliveira-re8pg]

people need to admit that Travis is a genius on the drums!!!

[@Robb3348]

i admit it

[@andygee2606]

It's hard to emulate exactly what Travis does. You have to work on all the small things

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

Andy Gee I see what you did there...

[@CharlieLord]

GET OUT

[@unknownvariable8024]

After midnight

[@marcfelton2504]

Criminally underrated joke here

[@salfaimusic]

Did he just-

[@kristiansiordia]

I dont understand how people underestimate Travis barker. He's phenomenal. As well as you stephen been following for you a while

[@Leotardoification]

One trick to ease the fast beats is to move the hihat up a bit so you right hand doesn't get in the way of the left hand. It also help with having a bit more room to lay into the beats.

[@TheGamingDandy]

You should do another list like this, but with his work on Boxcar Racer. That's some of his all-time best and most creative work.

[@koz79]

I was about to say the same thing. Really loved that project with Travis and Tom far more than the Blink stuff. Boxcar Racer please!

[@andras.89]

Couldnt agree more!

[@bobclarke5407]

Yes.

[@NormenGoltz]

Definetly!

[@benjaminvillarreal1499]

Yes. Please how me how to play 'and i'

[@MrMirks-lq1ti]

Favorite video. A lot of people can’t teach what Travis does. Good job.

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

Thanks!

[@conors4430]

The start to easy target is nuts as well as the verse for every time I look for you

[@StoneDrum07]

I really appreciate how you play the phrases over and over which makes for a long and repetitive video, but you knew people were going to have this video up practicing on their kits. Very helpful video.

[@cam9837]

I really love the groove Travis plays during the verses of Give Me One Good Reason

[@maxadrums]

Fantastic lesson, Stephen! Always a blast dissecting Travis' grooves. Was thinking of doing a similar lesson! Glad you picked the parts you did. I remember it taking YEARS to comfortably play the First Date bridge, haha! There was one drummer in our drummer-friendship-group growing up who could play it, we were hella' envious. Sounds so simple, but tricky to pull off!

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

It really is tricky to pull off. That’s a really fun song to play live

[@GeTLaWsTKIIID]

Don’t be envious of someone else’s dedication to a certain Instrument…you can get there but are you putting in the work?

[@ahoweO7]

I love blink and I love Travis and I also love to exercise specifically the spin bike, Travis makes killer beats to get your heart rate up!

[@KevinoftheCosmos]

These are the beats that made me want to be a drummer.

[@chris123chris82]

Finally got to see barker play live in Toronto and oh my goodness. Absolutely amazing to watch him play, plus he went upside down haha

[@DrGray_Drummer]

When I need inspiration to get behind the kit to practice, I almost always check out one of your vids. Just a thank you!

[@SimonHintonNZ]

Awesome stuff Stephen! That Boxcar Racer record for me was some of his best work.. Super Creative! always admired that of Travis 👍

[@chris4mac]

One of the first songs I learned on drums was All the Small Things--that drums fill in the middle was so fun for a beginner to learn!

[@thisisty8872]

Adams song has always been my favorite because of that exact drum groove he does. I’ve loved it since the first time I heard it on my Walkman

[@razzle6440]

Travis is such a creative underrated drummer

[@bigbananadealer846]

You honestly could've done this whole video on just grooves from feeling this 😂

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

I thought the same lol!

[@peruna555]

@@StephenTaylorDrums Or Dumbweed :D

[@AnimationArrow]

@@StephenTaylorDrums Or Heart's All Gone

[@jonnylawless6797]

That is fact. The first two choruses are so unique to Travis

[@Jaimebreak]

I remember mysellf practicing first date on drums several years ago for playing well that beat even after playing it in several concert, i felt so good when I get to play it right

[@patrickwoods2583]

Dumpweed - I really wish you can play the WHOLE SONG. It's one of my favorites! It really gets the juices flowing! But damn, it's fast. The chorus is intense, a classic punk beat. But I never was able to play too fast. I would love to see someone demonstrate it like you're doing here (just drums, no backing music)

[@uncledamfee2347]

love these videos man! Travis got me into Drumming after I heard Enema Of The State in 99

[@LaRynk_]

the "Not Now" one is insane too

[@diegodiego712]

great stephen as always. I really enjoy this type of lessons. I would LOVE travis barker`s fills too. Thank you a lot

[@juanpablorivera4395]

Man, thank you so much, I've always wanted to find the right way to play anthem part 2, and you're the only one on KZbin that kill it, it's exactly how Travis did it, so thanks man

[@ralphgehteha9924]

I don't understand that bitching about his playing that one can see online. He's creative, he's fast and accurate, he's got a signature style.

[@nickplaysdrums8688]

Yea he’s great.His parts made those blink albums. And to execute everything cleanly night after night in front of thousand of people takes a a lot of chops/endurance.

[@roele2413]

the problem is that people don't understand that he should not be compared to the Buddy Riches of this society. He is not THAT technical. He should be judged on being extremely creative and adding value to simple punk rock songs without overdoing things. Another favorite drummer of mine is Ryan Torf of The Story So Far, bit more technical, but still so flavorfully creative.

[@andras.89]

Anthem Part II was my Anthem. That song (and album) has one of the best "sounding" ever.

[@j.becker4009]

True. Same for me.

[@leeschmitz993]

When I used to play in a symphonic rock band, 8 years ago, I based a groove off of one of our songs off of the "Feeling This" groove, but straighter, and in 7/8.

[@Devon523]

Never really understood why folks thought Travis was so great, but seeing these grooves broken down, I get it! That’s tuff stuff!

[@lovehiphop85]

For reals bro.. imagine playing all of these in a blink concert...omg😲😲

[@Ticonderous1]

Hell brother .. another killer lesson ... you are The Man !!! ... i have played a lot of Blink in various bands over the years and found myself more often than not , playing near enough just to get by .. Travis Barker has some really cool but challenging stuff to play ... Adam's Song took me quiet a while to get right..,,,, well in my defense it was before KZbin and guys like yourself showing us what to do ...and all i had was a little tape deck that i was listening through ..ah the good ole dayz....

[@declanwrightmusic]

Travis Barker is my favorite drummer and you did a great job teaching his grooves! How is the new studio going?

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

Thanks Declan! Working on finding a place to purchase at the moment. That could take a while but the right place will come up.

[@markbodine2760]

I really love this break down, also showing the sticking! Thank you!

[@evamalmberg]

Hello, Stephen! I really love all your lessons! I am wondering what type of Zildijan hihat you are using. What kind of K-model is it? I started playing drums when I was seven years old. I quit when I was about 22. And then there was a gap for 34 years and then I started to play in a band last year and that was really fun! I bought an old Pearl Export drumset and now I play everyday. I am 56 years old now. It's never too late to pick up your instrument again. Have a nice day! Love from Sweden 🇸🇪

[@marie-eveblais6731]

You are an amazing teacher!

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

Marie-Eve Blais thank you! That means the world to me. So glad you get so much out of the lessons. 🙏🏼

[@marie-eveblais6731]

Youre welcome, keep it up!

[@ColeDockter]

It's Marie!!! :)

[@marie-eveblais6731]

It’s Cole the coolest and kindest youtuber in the world!

[@DeOPe]

Thanks for the video, definitely agree with you on playing first date live. With my last band we had so much fun with this song and even the people here in Germany recognize this song when they hear it. But yeah, a little tricky for sure, especially because of the tempo ( actually our bassist had more timing problems during the bridge ;) l

[@tommydrumbeats]

Hey Stephen, thanks for breaking these grooves DOWN. Travis was my favorite drummer growing up. I was hoping you were gonna do that opening groove on “Stockholm Syndrome”- that one has quite a unique feel to it.

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

You bet Tom!

[@isaiahholloway8781]

Great video! Travis is one of my favorite drummers of all time. My favorite song by them is first date, I finally learned his intro to the song and it's super sick. Still can't quite get bridge though.. this video really helped with it

[@chuva6488]

First date beat is crazy!! But you my man made me understand it, thanks a lot

[@samsilgueroiii9336]

Such a good lesson. Definitely one of my favs cause I’m a big fan of TB’s drumming style. Snake Charmer and Ghost on the Dance Floor are tracks that sound not overly complex how u say but damn they sound fun to play

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

Thanks Sam!

[@wv-ti8zs]

I love how informative this is thank u for posting this!!!

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

You bet William

[@ryangilner9984]

Your splash sounds terrific!

[@carparacePLUS1]

Perfect! Really awesome video. I appreciate it very much, Stephen.

[@HidefVince]

I've been searching for a way to sound exactly as I did when I started playing for a while now, & and Stephen comes to the rescue. If I could just get my band mates not to kick me off my current gig afterwards I'll be good to go.

[@viniciusrangel6896]

Great! You should more of TB. He is a beast.

[@MrLuigiano89]

Hearts all gone is also insane!

[@TrevorPrinceMusic]

That anthem groove and the next track online songs were the 2 songs i had issues with early on in my career.

[@dionatamsouza]

Really nice lessons, thanks guy!

[@brandoesntsocialise]

Late to this post but I think during the time Adam’s Song was recorded he was still using the 18” China Boy Low cymbal to alternate between the 1 and 2 hits. He later switched to the 18” Oriental China Trash that is consistent in his setup now. Great content as always! This was a fun lesson!

[@groundedmike]

There was totally a stacker and/or tamb in the mix, but music video is played as shown here. Also a 3rd Tom left of hats...

[@brandoesntsocialise]

FiZxMiKe Good observation! I was just simply listing a piece of gear he was known to use at that time.

[@matthewrose137]

Travis also played in The Aquabats. It's ska but still some good starting drums for travis

[@easyyttv]

box car racer was Travis's best work. That is the video you need to do!

[@thainels6587]

Nice job, I grew up loving Blink & travis is one of my favorites!

[@RichardEnion]

Always enjoy your videos, thanks for the info / time...

[@kirillazarov6865]

I'm not a drummer. And I don't care if Travis is considered to be "not so good". I just always liked the way he played. Drums in the video also sound nice. Makes you want to hit them)

[@shanedingz]

I don’t think anybody considers Travis Barker to be ‘not so good’. He’s a top tier drummer. One of the greatest ever in rock music IMO.

[@felipeskarlata]

@@shanedingz Word man. Who in hell would consider him 'not so good'? First time I read it

[@corrodesthefilm]

Awesome vid, I think it'd be really cool if you did a similar one on Tony Thaxton of Motion City Soundtrack. One of the most creative and cleanest pop-punk drummers IMO.

[@slam-alamadingdong6530]

YES! Or Jason McGerr from Death Cab. Both of them just add so much to the music. Actually, if he covered both of those drummers I would not complain lol.

[@jerryrose9472]

I second this. The drums on Time Turned Fragile blew so many teenaged minds when Commit this to Memory came out. Mine included.

[@jizohn]

Thank you very much for these song break downs!

[@armychopstick]

Its a real fan of blink If you realize soon the song he played at OP.

[@Groovedrummer1989]

This Lesson is a lot of fun! Thank you for sharing some Travis´ Spirit!

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

You bet Dustin

[@alex_reye]

Thanks a lot man!!! Recently have been trying to get groove from anthem pt 2 and it was difficult to understand, but you explained perfectly❤️

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

You’re more than welcome my friend

[@staciepaul]

Another great video. I underestimated the creativity of TB. Much more respect for him after watching you break him down. Nicely done.

[@GuilhermeOliveira-re8pg]

Travis Barker is a genius!!!!

[@alexknerzer8674]

Hi Stephen, I heard that by the time you were 16 you started getting gigs. I will be 16 soon and am currently playing in church and the school pep band but was wondering how I could do even more playing in public. I wish I could jam with other people my age, but nobody in my school is really passionite about music.

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

Yes, I started taking paid gigs at 16. Began playing at my church at 14. You’re young. Take your time, look for like minded people...it just takes time. Really focus on your own playing right now as well. That’s a really important thing that you have time to focus on s the moment.

[@batepapoalvinegro3690]

Great job, Stephen. Travis is so underrated and he is a great drummer. 🤘

[@baconfromhell666]

Travis is my favorite drummer, and he is great. But one thing he isn't is underrated, he's very much overrated though.

[@cawabunga360]

Actually i would argue he is overrated amongst casual fans but def underrated amongst musicians/ drummers.

[@roele2413]

@@cawabunga360 that's the best way to put it!

[@MassiveDerek]

excellent video man, just started trying to take this guys beats on, hes godlike. do you prefer die cast hoops for any particular reason? I've been thinking of getting a kit with some, not sure on the differences totally i guess love the new podcast too! keep it up!

[@eikbike]

...another totally sick drummer...!!!

[@dthlive1]

Check out the second transplants album haunted cities. Full of grooves. The intro the "Not Today" is one of my favorite to play.

[@Leftdeopard]

I learned all these beads by ear growing up, but it’s awesome to finally see them broken down. 208 on anthem part two though? Does the song speed up or is that the BPM for the whole track it sounds a little first

[@josephsmith2859]

I love how all the trash talkers come out on his solo clips... but when it’s an actual tutorial nobody says a word hahaha he’s one of the best drummers ever. End of story.

[@janlesterdiaz9527]

Maturity in craft.. Nice work! 🤘👊

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

Thanks!

[@TranzparentMethods]

"Feeling This" is the best Travis Barker drum performance. It really does sound like Jazz drummers...

[@mika461983]

in "anthem part 2" groove there's a 8th notes played by the left foot all the time (noticed that on one of the concert videos). And also the open hi-hat right after the snare he plays wit the left hand.

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

This transcription was taken from the original recording. He may play some things differently live for sure

[@ryansams1268]

You've got too much pocket - I'm going to have to ask you to take off your pants and jacket.

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

I see what you did there... Btw, I took off my pants anyway. It was super weird for the other people in wal-mart though...

[@leeschmitz993]

@@StephenTaylorDrums 🤣🤣👀

[@joshbdrums6303]

@@StephenTaylorDrums did you jacket?

[@caseyerhart7344]

COOL! I learned first date by ear and that is the exact way i play it! Thanks for the great content.

[@donfurcio4080]

Great lesson

[@peppecarletti5852]

Great lesson 👍👍

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

Thanks!

[@sunnymittal1906]

Amazing timing and excellent presentation...only thing is Adam's Song is different. He does the downbeat cymbal hit(s) on a china and the syncopated hit is on a splash.

[@NightWing883]

Great Job men!

[@joebuczkowski8605]

What size is your bass drum and what type of drum microphones do you got. Thanks. I like the video also.

[@rickychardzz]

Why am i watching this i don’t even play drums 😂

[@BrianGivensYtube]

rickychardzz because drummers are cool and you know it

[@minisurfbanana]

I’m guitar player...thinking of switching!

[@brandonboylen5294]

@@minisurfbanana dont switch just do both

[@minisurfbanana]

Brandon Boylen i switched I way over my head in drums...already 70!hrs of practicing in just over a month. Last time I did that was during summer in high school with my guitar.

[@brandonboylen5294]

@@minisurfbanana hectic... how you going with it?

[@fualar]

My favorite is you, sir. How amazing are you want to someone else can what you can. Hopefully you blessed and healthy. Sorry my English not good enough, i hope you understand what I'm talking about. So Inspiring.

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

Thanks so much my friend

[@conors4430]

The start of chamber the cartridge by rise against would be a neat lesson

[@oledders3254]

I play guitar and love tom delonges riffs in blink and stuff. Not a clue what this dude is on about but its pretty fking sick Travis is really talented

[@lovehiphop85]

Daaaame!!! 😲😲soo quick n so tireing..poor travis.. can u imagine playing this on a full concert..

[@Denis-tf8fl]

Nice one, good tutorial

[@dolabanerjee4248]

Very helpful video sir ..❤can you plzz make a new moderated version of single padel speed exercises

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

Dola Banerjee I’ll see what I can do

[@pschorg]

His collab with the fever 333 on made an america is pretty great

[@klausfroebel5223]

Stephen Taylor’s Post Production: Fade volume down My brain: phone call

[@eridinthevirgin4191]

The song And I by box car racer has an awesome beat at the beginning

[@xDP9x]

I’d love to see some beats from Young the Giant! Especially “St. Walker”

[@shanelewis5126]

Would love to see a breakdown of the bridge for Dogs Eating Dogs!

[@alloneword154]

Any tips for getting it up to speed? ESP on the hi hats. Besides just starting slow? I feel like all other limbs are good besides the hi hats for me.

[@fronk1646]

This got me out of bed

[@gyvehamidi4167]

What I would I have given for this when these songs first came out!

[@tuomasaalto6024]

Awesome. I have been doing kind of my own version of the First Date groove, I'm glad that you broke it down. Btw in the later half of the section he adds a splash on the snare accents.

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

Yea, he does. A lot of fun stuff in that song.

[@burner37]

Great video! I would love to see one with some Danny Carey drum beats.

[@shanedingz]

I realize this isn’t a new video. But one Blink song I love, that has Barker playing some killer grooves, is Heart’s All Gone. From the Neighbourhoods album.

[@jacobduperon472]

The first songs I learned on the drums were blink songs. I would love to heard Reckless Abandon

[@robbybiddle9236]

This may be a dumb question but what does it mean when you’re say high hat on the “e” and “ah” beat? I know what the high hat is I’m asking about the “e” and “ah” best.

[@dakotarussell8116]

1 ee and ah 2 ee and ah 3 ee and ah 4 ee and ah

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

Robby Biddle Never a dumb question. When you count 16th notes, it’s 1e&a, 2e&a, etc. so the “a” is the 4th 16th note of that beat. Make sense?

[@robbybiddle9236]

Makes perfect sense. Thanks.

[@blinkFan-km5cw]

I need to download thiS vid...