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Song name

I Want to Know What Love Is

Difficulty

BPM

Time Signature

Decade

Genre

,

Drummer name

Dennis Elliott

Version

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About the drummer

Dennis Elliott was the original drummer for the rock band Foreigner, playing on all their classic hits. His steady and reliable rhythm helped define the sound of 70s and 80s arena rock. He is a great example of a professional who plays exactly what the track needs.

Drummer style

His style is classic rock-solid, with clear, driving patterns and well-placed fills. For students learning drums, Elliott’s work provides a fundamental understanding of rock song structure. His tracks are iconic choices for classic rock drum covers.

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Can I learn I Want to Know What Love Is if I’m not very confident reading drum notation?
It’s possible to learn I Want to Know What Love Is by ear, especially if you break it into sections. Over time, you’ll also improve your ability to read drum notation.
Do I need a full drum kit to play I Want to Know What Love Is?
While the original version uses a full kit, you can simplify parts and still learn the structure and feel of I Want to Know What Love Is.
How will learning I Want to Know What Love Is improve my drumming skills?
By learning I Want to Know What Love Is, you’ll work on coordination between your hands and feet, as well as transitions between grooves and fills.
What skills do I need before learning I Want to Know What Love Is?
Before learning I Want to Know What Love Is, it helps to be comfortable with basic grooves, simple fills, and maintaining steady timing.

Technical details

Song name

I Want to Know What Love Is

Difficulty

Intermediate

BPM

80-89

Time Signature

4/4

Decade

1980's

Genre

Pop, Soft Rock

Drummer name

Dennis Elliott

Version

Simplified

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