7.11.2011 - Drum parts on Megadeth's songs

Hi there Scorpion.

I am a drummer myself and I LOVE to try and play Megadeth's songs, as they are tremendously challenging for me. And I say try, because the drumming in Megadeth is quite complex... the tempos, the rudiments... they are fu**ing amazing. My question is... who writes and arranges the drum sections for every song ? Is this a task that Dave does, or this relies completely on every drummer ? Do the drummers give suggestions, do they create, or does Dave say "play this the way I say, and that's it" ?

Greetings to all the band, they are the best in the world. Seriously.

Affectionately,

Christopher,
San José, Costa Rica.

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Hi there Christopher, here is Shawn Drover's answer to your question...

Most megadeth songs I have recorded are a collaboration between myself, Dave and the producer. I will play the track, then we will listen to it and have bounce ideas around before I record the final track. I like to have their opinions, as sometimes a part can get even better with just a small change in a drum fill, etc.

Be well,
Shawn

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