Drum Students Record Iconic Songs in the Studio | Tooele County, Utah
- Josh Kastleman
- Feb 10
- 3 min read
One of the most rewarding parts of drum lessons at Josh Kastleman Drum Lessons is seeing students turn practice into real performances. Recording songs in the studio gives students a clear goal, builds confidence, and shows just how much progress they’ve made. Recently, several students recorded classic and modern rock songs during their drum lessons, each one learning valuable skills through real music.
Caden – Basket Case by Green Day
Caden recorded Basket Case by Green Day, a punk rock classic from the album Dookie released in 1994. The original drummer, Tré Cool, is known for his fast, energetic style and tight timing. This song is a great workout for consistency, endurance, and locking in steady eighth-note grooves. Recording a song like this helps students learn how to keep energy high without rushing.
You can see all of Caden’s recorded songs here: https://www.joshkastlemandrumlessons.com/caden
Earl – Beverly Hills by Weezer
Earl recorded Beverly Hills by Weezer, one of the band’s biggest hits from their 2005 album Make Believe. The original drummer, Patrick Wilson, focuses on groove and simplicity, making this song perfect for developing solid backbeats and dependable tempo. It’s a great reminder that strong drumming doesn’t need to be flashy to be effective.
See Earl’s performances here: https://www.joshkastlemandrumlessons.com/earl
Elias – Scar Tissue by Red Hot Chili Peppers
Elias recorded Scar Tissue from Red Hot Chili Peppers’ 1999 album Californication. The original drummer, Chad Smith, is known for his deep pocket and musical feel. This song helps students work on dynamics, ghost notes, and relaxed groove, all while supporting the song emotionally.
Watch Elias’ recordings here: https://www.joshkastlemandrumlessons.com/elias
Marcus – Coming Undone by Korn
Marcus recorded Coming Undone by Korn, released in 2005 on See You on the Other Side. The original drummer, David Silveria, combines power and precision with a repetitive, driving groove. This song is excellent for building control, consistency, and endurance while staying locked in with a click track.
See Marcus’ studio performances here: https://www.joshkastlemandrumlessons.com/marcus
Neil – Eye of the Tiger by Survivor
Neil recorded the legendary Eye of the Tiger, released in 1982 and written for Rocky III. The original drummer, Marc Droubay, delivers one of the most recognizable rock grooves of all time. This song teaches students how to maintain strong timing and confidence from start to finish.
View Neil’s recordings here: https://www.joshkastlemandrumlessons.com/neil
Sage – Wonderwall by Oasis
Sage recorded Wonderwall by Oasis, a defining song of the 1990s Britpop era from the album (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?. The original drummer, Alan White, demonstrates how steady time and tasteful fills can elevate a song. This track is ideal for developing feel, control, and musical restraint.
See Sage’s performances here: https://www.joshkastlemandrumlessons.com/sage
Why Studio Recording Is Part of Drum Lessons
Recording songs in the studio is a major part of drum lessons with Josh Kastleman. Students don’t just learn exercises — they learn full songs, play to a click, and record real performances. This builds confidence, improves timing, and helps students clearly hear their progress.
Lessons are available throughout Tooele County, Utah, including Tooele, Stansbury Park, Erda, and Grantsville. Lessons are customized for beginners through advanced students.
A key part of the teaching approach is the Drums In Color system. This color-coded drum notation helps students learn faster, improves rhythm recognition, and makes reading music easier, especially for visual learners and younger students.
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