Why The Drums On “War Pigs” Sound Heavy… But Secretly Jazzy

Описание: Let’s go back to 1970.

Black Sabbath released “War Pigs” on the 'Paranoid' album, and it’s still considered one of metal’s heaviest tracks. But what makes Bill Ward’s drumming on this song feel so heavy? Is it his fast, rudimental fills? His storytelling that mirrors the dark lyrics? Or the jazz techniques he borrowed from Buddy Rich?

In this episode, we break down how Bill Ward tapped into his jazz background to create a drum part unlike anything else at the time.

If you’ve ever wondered why Black Sabbath sounds unlike any other band, this video shows why Bill Ward was the band’s secret weapon.

And if you want to learn some of Bill Ward's techniques and iconic grooves, join Chad Smith in his brand-new course: Legends of the ’70s!

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Chapters:

00:00 - Welcome To 1970!
00:55 - Vietnam, "Walpurgis" & The Story Of "War Pigs"
02:36 - Bill Ward's Secret Weapon
04:15 - The Buddy Rich Hi-Hat Trick
05:40 - Bill's Unlikely Drum Kit
05:52 - Learn How To Play Like Bill Ward
06:46 - Iconic Drum Fills Explained
08:14 - The Surprising Funk Beat
09:14 - The Legacy Of "War Pigs"
09:38 - Why Bill Ward Matters To Drummers
15:55 - Breaking Down The Outro
16:32 - What's On The Table?

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