*The Tragic Story and Triumph | Red Hot Chili Peppers | Full Documentary* – What really happened behind the scenes of one of the wildest, most successful, and most turbulent rock bands in history? In the compelling and deeply intimate documentary Red Hot Chili Peppers: Behind the Music, we get […]
A major new rock documentary is about to drop on Netflix, but the Red Hot Chili Peppers are telling their fanbase not to believe the marketing. In a shocking public statement, the band has effectively disowned the project, claiming that what is being sold to the public is NOT what […]
Watch Chad Smith as he discusses his involvement in playing drums on Dua Lipa’s ‘Break My Heart.’ (Even if you’re not a pop fan, Chad’s dance moves alone are worth it 😆!) He sheds light on the unique experience of adding drums to a song with over a billion streams […]
Chad Smith is in the studio to discuss some of his favorite drum tracks he’s recorded with groups other than the Red Hot Chili Peppers – and some may surprise you! Join Chad as he breaks down parts from Wu-Tang Clan, Ozzy Osbourne, Dua Lipa, and more. ►FREE 7-DAY TRIAL […]
When Chad Smith visited Drumeo for the first time in 2023, we challenged him to play “The Kill (Bury Me)” by Thirty Seconds to Mars. The video went viral—and even caught the attention of Shannon Leto and Jared Leto themselves. Fast-forward two years: we’re filming with Shannon Leto in Los […]
Join Dirk Verbeuren as he breaks down the drum parts from “Sweating Bullets”, the Megadeth classic from the 1992 album ‘Countdown to Extinction’. Originally recorded by Nick Menza, Dirk, Megadeth’s current drummer, is here at Drumeo to show you how to play it on the kit. Enter The Drum Kit […]
We had the great honor of welcoming legendary drummer Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers to the Drumeo studio! We dove deep into the beats and fills that have made the Red Hot Chili Peppers, one of the most successful bands in the world. He’ll be breaking down […]
If you’re a fan of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, you probably already know about their hit song “Californication.” And if you’re a drummer – you know that it’s one of the most iconic drum tracks in modern rock music. Join Chad Smith as he breaks down the drumming behind […]
Watch Chad Smith perform “Otherside” by Red Hot Chili Peppers – a track from the ‘Californication’ album. Chad’s performance highlights subtle ghost notes, syncopated patterns, and a groove-centric approach. The song not only topped the charts but also earned a Grammy for “Best Rock Song”, complemented by a visually striking […]
