John Blackwell will soon release his first drum instructional video, "Technique, Groove, and Showmanship." Hudson Music has more information, including Quicktime video clips, at their website:
http://www.hudsonmusic.com/

The site simply states that it will be released in December, and that they are not taking preorders.

"John Blackwell, world-class groove master and drummer with Prince, offers his approach to developing the amazing technique he has become know for, including key exercises that he used as a student, and still uses today, demonstrations with bassist Baron Browne, performances with his great band, Matrix, and more.

"Segments include: Heroes and Influences, Practicing, Teachers, Building a Solo, Single-Hand Rolls, Single-Pedal Technique, Building a Groove, Shuffles and a detailed demonstration of his incredible Stick Twirling Technique.

"Included is footage of John’s entire performance at Modern Drummer Festival 2002 with Matrix, featuring Tom Coster (keyboards), Baron Browne (bass), and Bruce Bartlett (guitar)."

'd like 2 see this! talk about Drummin'!!!

FANTASTIC!

I'm all over that DVD when it comes out!

Can't wait!

In fact, NAMM's just around the corner...hope to see John promoting it there and giving us a little live sample!

Woooweee!
[This message was edited Thu Dec 5 10:53:48 PST 2002 by FlyingCloudPassenger]

I wish Prince would do his own DVD like this

I know Larry G has done a few videos (and they should go to DVD).

All his band members should release something like this