Quiz on Common Threads in R&B and Hip-Hop Drummers

Which genre did many R&B and hip-hop drummers hone their skills in?

• Classical

• Gospel

• Rock

• Electronic

What is a common trait among R&B and hip-hop drummers?

• Using only electronic beats

• Playing only classical music

• Avoiding improvisation

• Having church roots

Which drummers are known for bringing live drumming into hip-hop?

• Aaron Spears and Chris Dave

• Questlove and Karriem Riggins

• John Bonham and Neil Peart

• Ringo Starr and Charlie Watts

What musical elements do R&B and hip-hop drummers often blend?

• Jazz, funk, and soul

• Classical and opera

• Country and bluegrass

• Reggae and ska

What impact did live drumming have on hip-hop?

• Changed how it is performed and recorded

• Limited its global reach

• Made it more electronic

• Removed all improvisation

Which drummer is known for their gospel music background?

• Phil Collins

• Lars Ulrich

• Aaron Spears

• Dave Grohl

What is a key characteristic of gospel music that drummers bring to R&B and hip-hop?

• Loud volume

• Simple rhythms

• Deep sense of groove

• Fast tempo

Which genre is NOT mentioned as being blended by R&B and hip-hop drummers?

• Soul

• Funk

• Jazz

• Classical

Who is an example of a drummer who has church roots?

• Chris Dave

• Keith Moon

• Travis Barker

• Buddy Rich

What is a significant change brought by live drumming in hip-hop?

• Less emphasis on rhythm

• Introduction of live instrumentation

• More focus on electronic beats

• Increased use of samples