Expanding Your Drum Chops | ZackGrooves

The one and only ZackGrooves is here, LIVE in the Drumeo studio. Join us as we discuss chops, shedding, and some of Zack's favorite linear playing concepts.
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:14 "Time Machine" (Performance)
4:07 Welcome
9:25 Exercise #1
10:53 Exercise #2
11:32 Exercise #3
14:33 “Arrival” (Performance)
21:58 Exercise #4
22:37 Exercise #5
24:29 Exercise #6
25:28 Exercise #7
40:58 Outro
42:35 “Outro” (Performance)
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If you want to practice along with this lesson, check out the full note-for-note transcription! 👉🏻 www.drumeo.com/beat/zackgrooves-drum-chops/ 🙏🏼

[@LukeeMurrayy]

Man the poor person who was tasked with this 😅

[@Bateria_Salvaje]

One thing that’s really skillful about Zach is that even though he makes these beautfuly choppy and complex grooves/fills he never leaves the pocket, he’s always on time, he’s got a great internal sense of Rythm that you can only see from very skilled drummers

[@Scorge_Drums]

Flairon 🌝

[@EthanHGray]

He loves incorporating his chops into a musical context.

[@stanislawrybinski]

exactly what i wanted to say

[@Bateria_Salvaje]

@@EthanHGray ong, which is the platonic ideal of a drummer, someone who can keep the rythm steady for other musicians, while also expressing themselves with complex and musically pleasing rhythms and fills that are enjoyable for them to play

[@EthanHGray]

@@Bateria_Salvaje yup 10/10

[@vinkyplays6248]

the fact that this man is now here on drumeo is insane to me!

[@ericmsandoval]

Why would that be insane to you? He’s an elite player.

[@cheeseballs7027]

​@@ericmsandoval I think he means how far he had come so quickly

[@NegoClau]

Not to me. He's a world class jazz drummer.

[@vinkyplays6248]

@@ericmsandoval I know him since he only had 20k followers

[@deejay7339]

It didn't surprise me, but it brought a smile to my face Absolutely well deserved.

[@NegoClau]

Finally this dude is being noticed by the right people. Zack deserves every bit of success he's enjoying right now. And some more for good measure

[@AaronPaulsen]

Congrats Zack! 🤙

[@BOUND73011]

WELL WELL WELL.. IF IT ISNT AARON PAULSEN..

[@BigDave001]

This guy is the most entertaining drummer. His energy is unmatched, he's got the Grove. The cowbell got me

[@jay-tea415]

in my opionion , Mike Mitchell is the most entertaining by far. This guy forsure Rips though!!!!

[@HerbalistGuybrush]

Hey, saying hes got the groove perpetuates stereotypes against african americans and constitutes a hate crime. hes great though! love zac

[@jimi1943]

@@HerbalistGuybrush ?

[@HerbalistGuybrush]

@@jimi1943 You shouldnt make a blanket statement that somebody "has groove" when he is black. Or rather, you should explain that he possesses groove due to his training and experience as a musician. actually, i think this would have needed even a triggerwarning, when worded like this!

[@deejay7339]

@@HerbalistGuybrush I'm black and I have NO clue wtf you're saying lmao..............

[@FimeRime]

I love watching Zack trying to act normal while his audience knows fully well that he isn’t😂

[@MiUnited]

Drumeo moving the right direction. This motivates youtube drummers and gives everyone chance to get recognized

[@summatsnotright]

That stack is phenomenal, legit sounds like a clap alongside the snare. And great playing from Zack of course.

[@andrewperez5190]

Exactly as intended! Pretty sure that's a "smack stack" from Meinl. Super cool sound and masterfully implemented in his playing

[@8020drummer]

Congrats Zack! Great to see you here!

[@clumsydrummer7914]

Zack is so fantastic often times because of what he does NOT play. Phenomenal phrasing and when it gets busy he always pulls back, leaves musical space, and stays in time. Super fun to watch too!

[@jackmaguire1158]

Are you kidding. He is literally the definition of obnoxious g-chops diarrhoea. Larnell Lewis is a far more musical player and is technically better than Zack anyway. Or check out Chris Allison’s drumming on Impulse Voices. Amazing use of space whilst still being very rhythmically complex

[@OurSoloSystem]

Always amazed by Zacks playing no matter how many countless times I’ve watched him

[@sidehustleassist3339]

I was literally wondering just a few days ago that i would love to see Zack on Drumeo and here he is. Awesome🔥🔥

[@coolcoolsafe]

I been waiting years for this. Long time coming!!

[@smarkmalark]

Well he has been in demand for awhile. Since as long as I can remember people having been saying is name in comment sections and live streams all over this channel ever since he blew up a year or two ago

[@LiamShaer7]

I love Zack so much, even in a professional setting he's still cheesing the whole time, then goes hard on the kit, what a legend, proud of you man.

[@CoolDanch]

man I just love how he takes jazz drumming concepts and kind of reworks them into more modern settings and applications to add a really skillful flavor to more pop-oriented drum patterns

[@doxskew2221]

I love how creativity subtle his grooves are. Those accents and chops give him his sound

[@braepil]

Zack is one of the few pros who genuinely make me want to be a better drummer. Also love out popular that dope Outro track is getting. Dude deserves all the opportunity!

[@pedrosilvamusician]

Im not even a drummer and Zach makes me want to become a better one

[@crymeslv.1893]

He might be one of the greatest drummers of our generation

[@danielkim7739]

real

[@ztulaga22]

Seeing my man developing throughout the years is truly amazing and I'm still rooting for him to this day

[@LukeeMurrayy]

“Cause at the end of the road… you’re just gonna… alright I don’t wanna get dark” Absolutely incredible 😂 so true though. Well played Zack phenomenal playing.

[@jocelynamado1351]

one of my fav things about Zack is his drumming faces.

[@kirjian]

I love this dude's sound and willingness to explore every single time he sits on the throne. Truly admire him

[@halcyon3397]

Was fortunate enough to meet and have multiple conversations with Zack at Pasic. By far one of the nicest people I’ve met and this is so deserving for him!

[@EricMooreIIOfficial]

Great Job Zack. Continue to keep pushing. Can’t wait to hear the new Album.

[@diegoillarra]

Hate Walmart for showing ads at 19:34 just at the middle of that epic solo. Btw I love you Zack and I love you Brandon.

[@SFUPodcast]

I’ve watched Zack for years. Such an amazing drummer.

[@PerjantaiPrkL]

This guy can 100% brag about his drumming. What an actual beast!

[@brycewilliams6343]

16:39 fill goes absolutely bonkers

[@Flavio_drummer]

Excellent drummer!!! I've been following his KZbin channel for a while now... he seems like a very humble guy and deserves all the success in the world!!!

[@opietaylor5778]

I remember finding him on KZbin and he’s def one of my favorite drummers. For sure.

[@Swollen_Goat]

You can have chops all day, and be good at them, but learning to properly execute them in tasteful waste that aren't just interjected into the groove is the true mastery of your learnings. Love this man and so glad to see him on Drumeo. One of the best YT drummers out there right now.

[@blakewalters6855]

I bet he laughed so hard at rewatching himself on this. CLASSIC GOODNESS ZACK

[@cammunchy]

Man I've been WAITING for this day! Zack deserves every ounce of praise... he's a madman. Thanks for getting him on here Drumeo!

[@drummermomcjs]

Yeah, Drumeo for featuring yet another of my favorite drummers! Welcome Zach to the Drumeo family! I regularly watch Zach and love his videos.

[@jamesnewman6032]

So happy to see this. Been a fan of this young man for a while now. Such an exciting talent and personality. Really looking forward to watching his career grow. His brother is also an excellent musician.

[@drumemilian]

been following zack since the end of 2021. incredible how far he's come. Actually a few days ago I searched up zack grooves drumeo, couldn't find anything. and now this. this ist truly amazing

[@fede77]

Zack is a beast, and the concepts/examples of this video are great!!

[@ShotBySoutoo]

Ive been following zack´s work for a long time. Im so happy to watch him here. And i was even more happy when he played the Outro!!😁💥

[@alanramirogarcia2886]

THAT'S WHAT I'M TALKING ABOUT. My man Zack chopping his way into drumeo

[@dappolino07]

He is the chop king.👑

[@zerren3792]

MY MAN ZACK! So happy for u!!! Been watching this guy since he had thousands of subs, and he's on drumeo now.

[@spacejumper0593]

Thx for bringing Zack by, I just love his drumming

[@Drummersatx]

Favorite tune/chops he’s played so far. Much love!

[@bakasuka7341]

Omgg I have been watching Zack for quite some time I am so happy to see him on Drumeo!!!

[@sambobamambo]

One of the most fun drummers to watch and listen to.

[@dan-_-.Empire]

zack had came such a long way, congratulations zack🔥🔥

[@charliewaffle4928]

No surprise they got Zach to explain chops 🥩... Muh guy is a chop God

[@imalitdrummerlovesvideogames]

What Zach said in the very beginning like the starting of the video is so true💯🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@bruceseibel7103]

Dude I’m so happy he’s made it to this point in his career. It’s nice to grow up with your favorite creators yk? I think that’s the best part about KZbin for me

[@N3V2-Nevto]

The Base "ZacGrooves" chop foundation starts at 22:00. We all love hearing it mostly incorporated signature style on his drumming.

[@tom._.77]

Brings me so much life watching you play ZACK ❤❤❤

[@matthiasrambally1899]

So proud of how far you’ve come zack

[@B3ly1]

I've been waiting for this moment for a long time!

[@phokyew699]

Dude I love this guy! Been watching his KZbin channel for years and am so glad he got a chance to be on here!

[@lguns]

The collab we've all been waiting for is finally here...

[@TargetHHH101]

Wild how jazz drumming fits into any genre you can take the lessons here and apply it anywhere and have a good time.

[@jordanschoepke1864]

I think I've now discovered something I want more than anything in the world right now. Drumeo has done some collabs or drum battles between legends before, and now I want to see them get Zach and Jojo in the same room. I would pay so much to be able to see that tbh

[@6DADADA]

So glad to see Zack on this channel. He deserves it

[@RickyParkerDrums]

Yall.... I haven't been this excited for a drumeo lesson in YEARS

[@Tekkerue]

ZackGrooves on Drumeo?... *_YEAH!_* 🤪

[@carpediem4179]

i love this guy zack, he is just him , not arrogant, just open, very muscial guy and not complex, this is how it suppose to be, everybody understands this and my compliments towards him

[@unkn0wnc0d39]

I was looking on my fyp and i saw this and my heart skipped a beat, can't believe your on here man!

[@james7110]

From types of jazz drummers to Drumeo. It’s weird seeing this man serious😂😂

[@theepicwolfnetwork5220]

Zackgrooves ROCKS! I love his content. I remember watching him when he was new. Like he literally only had 3 videos ALSO I LOVE HOW YOU GUYS INCLUDED THE OUTRO THEME!!

[@FlashAtingGolem131]

Oh f*ck, been waiting for this for years. No one is better than Zack in playing chops😏

[@kevinleichman4749]

I’ve been watching Zach for a WHILE NOW so it makes me happy to see him on drumeo getting the recognition he rightfully deserves

[@IshmamAhmed]

Watching this beautiful human being go from that tiny drum room all the way to drumeo from cheap phone mic to the best quality equipment and now even endorsements is honestly just insanely surreal. My man, there’s no one who deserves this more than you do and truly you are phenomenal. Thank you so much for bringing him, Drumeo! Consider making him a full time instructor his groove and chops are just unbeatable and above everyone else’s !

[@Teethclenser2007]

The video we’ve been waiting for !!!

[@karriraisanen6145]

Zack's playing is as inspiring as always, but man...that kit sounds absolutely perfect 🔥

[@PanaPanaxo]

We love Zack!❤

[@_hide_-lb1gk]

Congrats Zack!!!

[@antonribkin5319]

We all waited for this!

[@Aaronius_Maximus]

Awesome seeing this extremely talented young man here on Drumeo. His playing is very exciting, really wish him all the best in the coming years!

[@josephkubek8736]

He tryina hold it together through those first few answers cause he out of breath 🤣 Love this dude and amazing drummer

[@Nike-sb1rn]

you did it!! were proud and happy for you! ❤️🔥🔥

[@davecerv]

Omg what a pleasure to finally see Zack on Drumeo !!! He’s a legend.

[@dannysmetalden3343]

OH MY GOD ZAXCK IS ON DRUMEO IM SO HYPED AND PROUD U INSPIRE ME TO KEEP ON GOING METAL STAYING STRONG FR FR

[@bouz49]

Finally ! @ZackGrooves at drumeo ! Always a pleasure seeing him having fun behind a drumset.

[@CassiusClam]

Still remember when Zack was starting out. Good to see him getting the recognition he deserves. Great drummer that man!

[@jones2720]

What did I just watch? Omg that was masterful!

[@et2792]

I've been watching Zack since he was a wee lad on KZbin. ♡♡♡♡♡ seeing him here makes me smile so wide I look like I'm in an anime. Love you zack.

[@Je66384]

Glad to see this guy on drumeo. Love your videos

[@fang425]

I'm so happy seeing Zack on Drumeo

[@paoloolivariguerra3D]

Yeaaah!!! Those chops are part of Drumeo now!! congrats Zack!!

[@hoosen355]

My man, making his way to the top. No stopping now 🔥

[@VoxMonstra]

I'm so glad Zach is making it on youtube!!

[@kaydous]

THE VIDEO I'VE BEEN NEEDING MY WHOLE LIFE

[@adammtroutman]

We love Zackgrooves! 😊 been a fan for a few years

[@kozmoz5172]

I’ve been waiting my whole life for this video

[@Samkyu_Music]

Gonna be one of my favorite drummers. He always has the most entertaining drum playing.

[@Jayphillips1988]

So excited to see ZackGrooves make it to the big time of Drumeo! I have been playing for 20 years, always feel like "man, I am pretty good." and then I watch him and I realize I am, in fact, not good, lol.

[@cloogleflurmf6698]

I'm not even a drummer I just really like music. This intro performance just made me smile. I hope you have a nice day whoever sees this.

[@TJ4A9]

That intro edit was insanely tasteful when it transitioned into the logo screen

[@MegaSavag]

Yessss, Zack is a beast. Favourite Yt drummer by far!

[@dahliaday17]

For a guy that says fills don't pay the bills, he sure does a lot of fills haha. Great drumming either way.

[@sunlit2590]

I love that clap stack. Glad to see him reach this level.

[@kellynkarr6270]

Hard work pays off. Great job Zach!

[@rtutyfruty]

Imagine this guy will do drum battle with Greyson Nekrutman… World will blow up!

[@karagaming3506]

ZACK IS SO AWKWARD HERE LOVE YOU BRO IM SO PROUD OF YOU HWUAHAHH

[@danyaguirrebroca3844]

Zach, well deserved man!