Why Yo' Funk Ain't Funky! - And How To Fix It ✅

[@RobBeatdownBrown]

*Hey y'all! Hope this video helps you out. While we're on this topic of funk and hip hop grooves, our boy Nate over at The 80/20 Drummer dropped a great video talking about how to fix your feel for hip hop grooves. Link to that video is in my description box. G'awn and check that one out as well!* 🤘🏾

[@mikeflinn6918]

I want that shirt! Got some?

[@RobBeatdownBrown]

@@mikeflinn6918 Yup. Link to the merch shop is in the description box. Snatch one up! 🤘🏾

[@KalleBlixtHagholm]

All us Drumeos that released a video of Broadway Hustle are going “oh man, why did he release this after the deadline?” 😁 I hope my version didn’t make you cringe too hard. 😁 Seriously, I love this lesson! It’s an easy practice trick but it does so much. I’ll incorporate it in my daily routine.

[@mikeflinn6918]

@@RobBeatdownBrown Thanks, man. A great reminder for the tough days. You are my inspiration and the reason I make progress with this drumming thing.

[@anthonyrutten4018]

I just gotta tell ya, you give a lot of great information and advice in a short amount of time!! I sure wish I had KZbin when I was first staring!! You kids soak up what he’s saying cause he’ll make a great drummer out of ya even if you have no skills!! Better to learn good habits now than spend the rest of your life fixing bad habits!! Thanks Rob!!!!!!!🎵❤️🎵

[@drumlion2005]

Its crazy how all of a sudden a simple metronome click turned into a groove in my head. This is a dope lesson.

[@soysantim]

A great example of this is If I ever lose my faith in you by Sting. Colaiuta maintains this rhythm the whole song and is funky af.

[@michaelstaton2695]

It’s crazy , I wasn’t following what you were saying and then when you started playing along I heard it . More importantly I felt it . And you’re right I can’t unhear it !!!Super cool tip . Love what you do man !!!

[@dbigfut5710]

This guy is the only person on youtube who has given a functional explanation about swing. Because everyone just knows the jazz swing. But how to feel it to funk it up. Wow now I know how to swing.

[@stevebarlow7908]

Alternate title: “Rob Brown teaches how to get that stank face”

[@robertgrider4346]

I heard dat!! 🤔

[@richardday4139]

I have learn so much from your channel. I can never thank you enough. Thanks Rob

[@denisblack9897]

you are real good at teaching! mad respect

[@eluidgonzalez7712]

Love your approach to drumming . And even though I am a percussionist, I'm learning so much from your tutorials. Your long exercises are a fantastic way to groove over a long period, and as you are aware of doing doubles with just your hands is a friggin chore. Ain't no rebound, but your videos are very helpful. Great approach with great chops with a fine sense of humor . Keep it happening, your tutorials are needed. Ebby Gonzalez

[@macschomo]

Love your advice. It helps when you sing: Da dl di da dl bi (bi is on the click). I tried this with quintuplets. And the result is also great to play funky. Thanks Rob for your videos.

[@ernieficklin3593]

“Make the mad face…like you just smelled sumpun’, that you ain’t spose ta be smellin’”. Epic Rob. I cracked up!! Love ya bro ✌🏼

[@ronnance]

Excellent instruction! I love the whole internalize first and then take it to the kit method. It’s how drummers become musical. New subscriber here and looking forward to more

[@00wn]

Yup.....once you smell it, you can't un-smell it. De-mystify and simplify. Another great tip, Rob! Thanks!

[@BodySinging]

Great Lesson!!!! Really Helpful and key tip on adding one subtle adjustment ( accent on 6) to a swing "feel." There's that bounce!!!! I love it.

[@maffymaffmaff]

I also want to say your vid on vic firth was awesome. I used to not care about what sticks i used...I got the impression that Vic were 'better' so I went with them for a long time on principle. When I got older and did away with all that, I found promark to be so much better balanced across many of their models. Just confirms...find a stick you love...try every stick in the shop before you compromise. Im currently using the promark natural series (with the green logo). my kids bought me a pair for my 37th birthday which was very nice. My daughter also bought me 2 guitar picks. How sweet. God bless you Rob

[@eikbike]

8:25 Now that is hilarious!!!

[@sonyamtrejo]

Hi Rob, I'm a Drumeo member and I only see your Jazz lesson...not the pocket builder lesson. :) I love your channel! It has improved my drumming immensely. Thank you!!! Peace and Blessings

[@beyondthegong]

Great lesson. Such a fun groove to play to! Swing is King!

[@Drummerdude770]

You hit it on the head! Great lesson on how to learn and practice this! If ya want asses on the dance floor this feel is a must! Thanks for the vid!

[@theevolutionists8450]

Yeah I can feel it! Great tip

[@julesdrums6167]

“Grab a snack. Come on back.” Epic.

[@seanf1ynn]

Got my snack....

[@tenaciousg4340]

Best swing lesson ever - for any instrument. Thanks Rob!!

[@Nate.lee98]

one of the best teachers out there

[@sweetfoampunishment3286]

The mad face was the most helpful advice here! Thx, bro❤️

[@timosdrumtips7826]

Damn that clap along exercise was such a vibe! i Study classical percussion so i got the rythm down, but i love the feel you conveyed it with! totally going to try and incorporate this into my drumming. I have played many concerts with classical orchestras, but in my i have my first ever paid drumset gig at a musical. i am STOKED.

[@chrisfournier6144]

And there it is!

[@alonzo2k]

Hi Rob when you say at 7:30 swift this to the sixtuplet you mean the quarter note metronome or the 6th note where you be claping?

[@alexanderdillon3754]

Best drum lesson on YT without a doubt

[@RobBeatdownBrown]

Thanks, man

[@intingwithzoe5715]

He is giving us that choncc advice for Life again

[@susiehancorn811]

Awesome! Grabbed a snack, watched the vid, now I'm makin' the face and even my chips are funky. Groove you're playing reminds me of Fred Wesley - Four Play, and it don't get funkier than that.

[@brookehornback1896]

Ha ha nice one😁lol

[@samdavparsley8266]

Dude! You talking about 35 years playin- this video 2 years old… plus whatever years you before starting. Point is I’m starting (2 months in) at double nickel! Dam I’m old. Hey man I really dig your videos from tuning to jamming all of it. I’ve been watching a lot of dudes and dudettes doing their thing and teaching. Learning drums is bit tough but digging’ it! Kick ass man !

[@stevem5685]

"Smell something" LOL , think I got that down.. thanks for the video Rob

[@billyjleva]

This was immensely helpful for me. I noticed immediately my tempo got better too. Thanks Rob

[@bluex-ray1979]

Rob, you are outstanding! Your approach and laid back way of teaching is very effective. Thank you for your time and instruction!

[@carlupthegrove262]

Very helpful.... best explanation I've heard for how to play this type of groove

[@wilftaylor9377]

Rob has nailed it. Instantly made me groove better. Thank you!

[@yeetfeet1878]

Yesssss! I definitely needed this right now. Thank you.

[@warrenhenderson2717]

Love the way you teach sir. I wish I had this great video education back in my day. Thanks Rob 🥁🥁👍🏾👍🏾

[@miguelsaavedrums]

I will recommend anyone looking to improve in this feel to listen to Nate Smith drums on Takuya Kuroda’s Rising Son record. Beautiful lesson Rob, thank you!

[@BodySinging]

Great tip!!!!! I played along with that record last night and love it!!! It is a great and fun study on this exact subject. I appreciate the recommendation.

[@BingBrasil]

Brilliant! Genius! Thank you for beating me down and building me back up.

[@BingBrasil]

This is very David Garibaldi Permutations!

[@markalderette]

The best demonstration and tip. Thank you Rob!

[@joseph-ow1hf]

I been just screwing around for years on drums, but finally decided to take it seriously and get to work, and man you are helping me so much. I feel like I'm make real progress. I love playing so much, I'm considering selling all my electric guitar gear and just concentrate on this instrument. Thank you Rob. BTW: I love those Promark sticks you recommended. The balance, the grip stuff, and they last a long time.

[@brandonlee9791]

Why would you sell your guitars most Drummers. I know play drums key board guitar violin glockenspiel & the list goes on 👍🏿. I can't really feel drums much anymore can't really see why I should return even if I'm good no won cares how good U are🤷🏿‍♂️ anyway open mic 🎤 shout down because of covid 😉 no one really cares cheers✌🏿though with where ever your Dream Takes U👍🏿 I wish you all the Best.

[@sonojon0]

Been a bass player for over a decade. Got into owning a drum kit of my own in 2020 and it helps tremendously. Don’t sell your guitars!!

[@peterevans366]

Another great insight from the man RB who knows...The importance of feel👍❤️

[@waylanandrews3438]

Best instructor on KZbin.!

[@RobBeatdownBrown]

Thanks a lot, man 🙂✌🏾

[@waylanandrews3438]

Naw man.! Thank you! 10 years of overthinking is over now, because of you.!

[@mikelawrence8855]

LOVE the YAMAHA PhX!!!! i play one too AND Paiste signature witha Pearl Sensitone 14 x 6.5 Brass Much love from New Zealand Brother

[@kingkong24754]

Awesome tips, lessons, guidance, and all around playin' !

[@drummermomcjs]

Thanks, Rob, that metronome trick is brilliant! I have been a fan of swing and been playing swing and shuffles for years. I found this tip to be most useful and am looking forward to incorporating it into my practice and playing.

[@nukeystik]

I wish I understood it. I tried w/the handclap which was ok but on the kit it stopped makin sense or feelin good. I been playin one way too long I guess.

[@drummermomcjs]

@@nukeystik I was not able to do this right away either. I had to work at it but it is worth working at. Start waaayyy slow 40bpm or so with a quarter not click and work your way up from there.

[@pal4597]

This will drive me crazy learning it..Love it!

[@chrisknowles64]

Love it!! How to put that Funk in the pocket just behind the beat! Should change the title of this to Swampy Rob Brown!!

[@mattclark7839]

Man I been watching your channel for a while and it's helped out my drumming skills a lot thanks man

[@leebear3494]

Was working on improving my feel yesterday playing along to Steve Jordan and then this vid comes out! Love the vids

[@JohnnygSawyer]

Rob, you're an awesome teacher and resource. Thank you so much! I gotta check out the merch! 😁

[@jb3237]

This brought me back to the "Spang a lang" lessons ! Thanks for the tips !

[@johnnychannarong5484]

Basically add some accent on the “ and “ of every quarter note here and there for funk music add in some variations here and there to create this “ bounce feel “ .. and play in between a straight and a shuffle groove . I call it “ swunk “

[@samuelstuart6370]

Bro! That was on point. That is some valuable information for a lot of people who play the drums. R/B =Funky Rhythm, Bad @ss Blues Thank Rob Brown for that introduction! Keep up the good work. people are already getting recognition because of you .

[@robertgrider4346]

I got 3 drum sticks in the toaster oven, I swear, not making this up!!🥁😄👍 practice first, then hit dem sticks! 😋

[@gavluk]

I dont get why on 7:09 we accent 6th, so clicking by fingers at 1/6 beat before click and then when claping hands at 8:06, it goes 1/6 AFTER metronome click?

[@drwhiteguru]

Yeah this isn’t very clear. Just sounds like he hears the one way back. I do t understand the formula, I can hear it but don’t get how counting in triplets and the focusing on the 6th partial equals swing

[@kevincraig6794]

I love your videos. Very well presented. Nice editing. Thank you for what you do.

[@ArthurDoesThings8960]

Maaaan, I had a bag of cheetos when you said, "if you have a bag of chips, put it down". Well color me surprised, how'd you know?! Haha!

[@nastythedrummer2878]

Great lesson!!! I've been looked for loooooong time for someone being able to explain this topic. And now I've got another question. Everybody in a band swings, not just the drummer, right?

[@malinwj1167]

Absolutely!

[@mikejones1141979]

Oh man!!! I been waiting for this. Fix the Funk

[@pierre-yvesnavarro]

Incredible! I 'M fan fo't this groove it help me soule much fort m'y body dance drumming

[@MagnumOpus007]

I'm feeling the bounce!!! Great video, as always!

[@mypetdrgn]

Thx man! You totally articulated what’s been goin’ on in my head for years! Great example of great teaching. Loved the “somethin shouldn’t be there face”! I laughed so hard! ‘nuther great explanation !

[@maffymaffmaff]

Hey Rob, in your first example, apart from some embellishments, I couldn't hear much of a difference between your 'cross' and your 'tick'. In your 'cross' section you were a little heavier on your quarter notes but that was about it. I actually thought the 'cross' section was reminiscent of a lot of method players like andy gangadeen (incognito) who apply a drum machine loop approach to their playing. Perhaps this track isnt a great example of a straight approach and a swung approach? I could be completely wrong here.

[@maffymaffmaff]

after having listened back to your track I get what you are trying to say and I get it. However perhaps more of a contrast between straight and swung is needed. I play a heck of a lot of blues shuffles (which bores me a bit although I appreciate it) and have come to really notice the difference between straight, swung and in between feels. I think after a while, the right feel is felt rather than intellectualised. It cant be taught I dont really think? Can it? Isnt it a result of listening and playing and your band mates hammering you? I dont know. Im not a red hot drummer but can hold my own. You are a fantastic educator...ad very refreshing drummer in the age of gospel ch*pa, but reality is like you said, you can swing or straight with quarter notes...listen to the other instruments in the band and get your feel from them especially if they are the arrangers, song writers, bandleaders.

[@DJBossCreations]

Yo Mr. Brown I don't have iTunes is there a different way I can get the pocket builders

[@gfunkkowboy]

You always bringing up the funk

[@GrandCanyonRVResort]

Clean Up Woman comes to mind with that groove.

[@jimc336]

There’s a lot of space between those 1/8 notes and you gotta find it!

[@FifthCornerRecords]

Greasy Sticks is my new drummer name 😄

[@00wn]

" Slippin' and slidin' on the skins...ladies and gentlemen GIVE IT UP for Greasy Sticks on drums!" (yeah...that's a keeper)

[@warpedmetalhead]

Nice love it. I would say though that its nice when you can push up or push down the amount of funk in the song. Use the funk as almost a long drum fill. Ebb and flow with crowd if that makes sense.

[@ramonkey2939]

Rob you killed with this one man!!! Let me go buy some Merch. Nothing like a good Funky Groove. More Bounce to The Once Man!!!

[@froggyluv]

Ha! Im a hand drummer but this guy is the best rhythm instructor around

[@FifthCornerRecords]

Man I have been stuck in the robotic no-swing mode! Thanks man, huge help for that feel, now I'm gonna have to go to those sponsors you were talkin about haha

[@verrettproductions3487]

So what your saying is to ad an oz of bounce in which the funk will become a phenomenon?

[@scottyh5376]

Love this man. Thanks!

[@BCdrmmr]

Another (of many) great lessons, Rob ! "Put on that face like you are smelling something you shouldn't be" !! Ha That nails it ! PS. Each time I wear your Groove Responsibly tshirt when I gig, I get great comments !

[@johnrobinson8323]

Time to bounce! Thanks Rob!🥁❤😎

[@2007christian]

Great advice! THANKS!

[@AlexMPruteanu]

...and don't forget: more bounce to the ounce.

[@stevem5685]

Roger and Zapp was the sh** , gone too soon.

[@Takelow]

You’re a killer Rob! More I spend time with your videos, more I feel you’re a killer! I think your students are blessed!!! 🙏🏻🤟🏻 Love your style so much ! 😝🤪

[@avicohen2980]

Ooh wee dem drums sound good!

[@rossrinkenbaugh4005]

I love the video man. Bouncin with the stank face for sure lol. That AF snare sounds great for the funk 💯.

[@davidhellyer5353]

A good dose of Average White Band live will cure the “funk”

[@majorstokem8839]

what cymbals are you using on your kit? Looks like something I would probably like to use.... nice light and crisp!

[@peterdelgiudice5559]

Your cymbals sound great what are they? Great class too!

[@thelowertownsound]

Hi Rob, quick question if you don't mind. Is there a Paiste line or ride in particular that you consider closest to traditional jazz, like Elvin on A Love Supreme? Love your video's and love your playing. Waiting to be invited over for bbq...till then, thanks for what you do.

[@sirsplintfastthepungent1373]

In this country, first you get the swing, then you get the bounce, *then* you get the funk.

[@leonjohnson5539]

Thanks one more time as always 👾🥁⚡🥁

[@ratamacueseven]

Superb sir ! Thank you immensely !!!!!!!!!!

[@corycardenas767]

Keepin it real! Love it! ✌🥁😁

[@konstantinbesfamilnyh]

Роб Красавчик,здоровья тебе и спасибо)).

[@ramalama9030]

The reason your “funk is not that funky”…….is like your junk is junkie! You made my day with that expression!

[@CMO357]

Hey Rob, stopping by to say Hi. It's been a minute. Good to see you man.

[@charlesavino8826]

I've been making faces on drums for years, I just play better that way. Man, I feel that funk when I'm playing- just love it. Thanks Rob.

[@stevebergeron2382]

Rob, new older drummer returning to playing the drums after a more then 40 year hiatus. And I gotta tell ya I love your vids and the way you teach. Currently with Drumeo but not completely satisfied with the program. Do you teach online students besides the great content you aire for free? Thanks, DrummermanSteve

[@gabrielsalles4009]

excellent. Super explication

[@aselma10]

Let me add something here. Honestly - is either you have it or not, and you can acquire it or improve it by listening to good stuff for years. But Rob, you sound funky even in your 'non bouncy' playing. There may be not much swing, but its still there subtly :) . Not your fault...

[@Joethedrummer]

This is a pernicious falsehood. Most people can learn to play by focused study. It's all acquired.

[@jeraldcuccurullo2497]

Exactamundo!!! Dittos on all you've stated....Facts never lie..Grooves do though!! Great pocket Rob!!

[@malinwj1167]

Thanks Rob