The Genius Of Dave Grohl

You might know him as the vocalist of the Foo Fighters, the drummer for Nirvana, or the nicest guy in rock. No matter how you slice it, Dave Grohl is one of the most influential drummers in rock history. He’s also been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame... twice!

He’s been a bona fide music icon since Nirvana burst onto the alternative rock scene in Seattle almost 30 years ago. His memorable drum parts on hits like “Come As You Are” and “Smells Like Teen Spirit” provided a soundtrack to the ‘90s for angst-ridden teens around the world.

As if that weren’t enough, his second act as the frontman for Foo Fighters showed off his impressive musical versatility and rock star personality.

What you'll see in this video:
0:00 -- Intro
1:14 -- Legendary Drum Intros
3:10 -- Unique Drum Fills
6:10 -- Energetic & Creative Drum Parts
8:13 -- Simplicity
9:18 -- Signature Drum Grooves

Get 12 of the Best Dave Grohl Drum Beats here:

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[mhill]

Just the fact that he recorded the 1st FF album all on his own, is pretty spectacular..

[mikavanoverveldt]

My algorithm has pretty unlucky timing

[jaypritchett]

*He’s incredible!* ❤️

“I never took lessons to learn how to play the drums, and I never took lessons to learn how to play guitar, I just sort of figured it out. I think that if you’re passionate about something and you’re driven and focused, that you can pretty much do anything that you want to do in life.” –Dave Grohl; Foo Fighters and Nirvana

“Musicians should go to a yard sale and buy an old fucking drum set and get in their garage and just suck. And get their friends to come in and they’ll suck, too. And then they’ll fucking start playing and they’ll have the best time they’ve ever had in their lives and then all of a sudden they’ll become Nirvana. Because that’s exactly what happened with Nirvana. Just a bunch of guys that had some shitty old instruments and they got together and started playing some noisy-ass shit, and they became the biggest band in the world. That can happen again! You don’t need a fucking computer or the internet or The Voice or American Idol.” - Dave Grohl; Foo Fighters and Nirvana

[imcharming]

Dave Grohl understands rock songs perfectly, and he has complete precision and just the right amount of chops to nail drum parts.

[Sexton]

Dave Grohl 100% Validated his genius-ness when he laid down the entire first Foo Fighters album by himself! 🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯

[DiMx]

The only mistake this video has, is that Dave didn't write the drums of the song "In Bloom". Chad did.

[scottmorgan]

I love Dave’s drumming and he has quite distinct style, but he didn’t come up with the intro flam part for in bloom. That was Chad Channing, Dave even thanks Chad for it at the Rock ‘n’ roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony.

[DinFL]

Dave Grohl is, and will always be, a legend. I am in awe when I watch him perform especially on the drums.

[cobb_thedrummer]

Fun fact: in The Metal by Tenacious D when they say “Grunge tried to kill the metal” Dave Grohl throws in the opening fill to Smells Like Teen Spirit in the gap.

[bubbaballer]

I’ll never understand how you guys can move both of your feet and keep different rhythms. Very impressive

[nivekiohc]

I have to say Dave’s drumming on QOTSA’s Songs for the Deaf is a masterclass from front to back. I personally don’t listen to QOTSA anymore, but whenever Go with the Flow is on I have to stop and listen. The drum production on album is god tier level.

[luizf.carneiro]

Dave Grohl has the most powerful drum beat i ever heard. He isn't the most technical drummer, but his powerful beat is almost uncopyable. Not enough, he is amazingly creative as well.

[dregrohl]

Dave Grohl Motivates me to be a drummer, He inspired me playing drums and become a musician 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼 He’s my drum hero and a rockstar legend!

[scottfree]

Grohl is an undeniable impressive musician no matter how you stack it. His skill as a drummer is amazing. However the selflessness and the determination to move past the passing of Cobain is even more impressive to switch instruments lead another band and say "not on my watch" this ain't over blows me away.

[neoscylax]

Smells Like Teen Spirit was literally the song that inspired me to pick up the sticks in ‘92 and the first song I learned to play. I still play it today.

[khaaleliilighntingcoronado]

All apologies is definitely one of Dave's most underrated drum performances of his career. So simple. So mesmerizing

[jekku]

Dude. I don't have to wait till the end of the video to tell you: DAVE GROHL IS A GENIUS. Drummer, guitar player, bass player, singer, lyricist, director, producer....what _can't_ this man do?

[MichaelCappello]

“Play” by Dave Grohl should be the end goal for anyone watching this. 🤯

[Brady-McFadyen-]

Dave grohls drumming on elephants by them crooked vultures is amazing. His use of time changes and dynamics is executed flawlessly.

[flowpom]

God. I love how his fills match perfectly with the melody and create such energy and ambiance. Smells like teen siprit, the intro of scentlees aprentice, unplugged… flawless!