Gravity Blast — Metal Drumming Technique | MetalForge
Learn gravity blast in metal drumming: The gravity blast (also called one-handed roll or push-pull technique) uses gravity and surface bounce to achieve impo...
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gravity Blast?
The gravity blast (also called one-handed roll or push-pull technique) uses gravity and surface bounce to achieve impossibly fast single-hand snare rolls. By letting the stick fall onto the snare and bounce off the hi-hat or rim, drummers can double their effective stroke rate, achieving speeds that would be impossible with traditional alternating strokes.
How fast are gravity blasts played?
Gravity Blast is typically played around 200-320+ BPM.
Who is the best gravity blast drummer?
Johnny Rabb (Collective Soul) is among the most cited Gravity Blast drummers, alongside Derek Roddy, George Kollias, Inferno. See the full list on MetalForge.
What are the different types of gravity blasts?
Gravity Blast has 3 main variations: Standard Gravity Blast (Stick bounces between snare head and hi-hat/rim); Free-Hand Gravity (One hand plays gravity roll while other plays fills); Gravity Blast Fill (Using gravity blast technique for rapid fill patterns).