About
Groove is not just what you play - it is how it feels.
Focusing on tone, touch, timing, and the way a drum kit sits inside real music.
Behind the Kit
My name is Dan Zalac (Drumze). I started playing drums at a young age and developed my style through years of playing in bands and studying groove-based drummers.
Over time, my focus shifted toward feel, sound, and how drums sit in real music - not just technique.
Through GrooveDrumming, I share what I have learned about tuning, tone, and playing with intention.
A great groove does not come from complexity - it comes from control, balance, and feel.
The Approach
A drum set is not just a collection of instruments. It is a musical voice inside a band.
The way a drummer tunes, plays, and balances the kit directly affects the feel of the music.
This is where groove lives - in the space between the notes, in the pocket, and in how the drums respond under your hands and feet.
Experience
My work has reached drummers worldwide through online videos and practice resources used over many years.
The focus has always remained the same: helping drummers sound better and feel better behind the kit.
Studio Setup
Recordings are done using a multi-mic setup with high-quality preamps and converters, focused on capturing a natural and balanced drum sound.
Start Learning
GrooveDrumming videos focus on helping drummers improve sound, feel, and control - starting with the foundation: tuning and touch.
View Drum Tuning Videos