"New Noise" is the opening track from Refused's landmark 1998 album The Shape of Punk To Come, a record widely regarded as one of the most influential and forward-thinking hardcore punk albums ever released. The song became an anthem for the genre, known for its explosive energy and the iconic spoken-word intro "Can I scream?" before erupting into a full-band assault.
The drumming on "New Noise" is driven and propulsive, anchoring the track with a straightforward yet powerful hardcore punk feel that balances raw aggression with rhythmic discipline. At 105 BPM, the performance prioritizes groove and momentum, making it an accessible but satisfying study in punk drumming fundamentals.
Unique Drumming Characteristics
- Driving straight eighth-note hi-hat patterns that maintain consistent forward momentum throughout verses
- Hard-hitting snare backbeats on beats 2 and 4 typical of classic hardcore punk style
- Time signature shifts between 2/4 and 4/4, requiring awareness of bar-length transitions
- Punchy kick drum patterns that lock tightly with the bass guitar to reinforce the song's rhythmic foundation
- Explosive fill transitions used to punctuate section changes between verses and choruses
Skills You'll Develop
- Navigating time signature changes between 2/4 and 4/4 within a live punk context
- Building consistent and powerful snare backbeat technique
- Maintaining steady hi-hat control at a moderate hardcore tempo
- Coordinating kick and snare patterns to drive a rhythm section forward
- Executing fill transitions cleanly to mark song structure and section changes
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