Eight years in the making, this "prequel" to The Commandments of RandB Drumming delves into the rhythm and blues of the 1940s and '50s, an incredible musical era when shuffles ruled the airwaves and modern groove playing was in its infancy. Written by Zoro and Daniel Glass, drummer for the Royal Crown Revue, this book is loaded with history, photos, graphics, exercises, and transcriptions, and includes the most comprehensive guide to shuffle playing ever written. aThis book/CD package is well researched, clear in its goals, and enlightening and inspiring in its approach. Keep this one on your bottom shelf; youare going to want to return to it again and again." -Modern Drummer "Simply put, this is an essential requirement for every drummeras library."-Drummer "I am so impressed with what Daniel and Zoro have done to secure the heritage of the modern drum set.The Commandments of Early Rhythm and Blues Drumming is a mustaevery inspired drummer needs to experience and learn from this masterpiece. The book will take you on a journey through our historyaand knowing where we came from will assist us in our vision for the future Thank you both for your hard work, so that generations ahead of us can forever enjoy this magical era " Dom FamularoDrumming's Global Ambassador