Tooele County Drum Lessons | Kye Records “Smooth Criminal” by Alien Ant Farm in Studio

If you’re searching for drum lessons in Tooele County Utah, Stansbury Park drum lessons, or a drum teacher near Grantsville or Tooele, this studio recording is a great example of what students accomplish through consistent, focused instruction.

Kye recently recorded “Smooth Criminal” by Alien Ant Farm during his drum lessons. The song was released in 2001 on the album ANThology and became a major rock hit in the early 2000s. While the track is widely known as a cover of the original song by Michael Jackson, Alien Ant Farm gave it a heavier, alternative rock sound that made it stand out on rock radio.

The drummer on the recording was Mike Cosgrove, whose tight groove and dynamic control help drive the song’s powerful chorus and energetic transitions. “Smooth Criminal” is an excellent piece for building steady eighth-note timing, strong backbeats, and quick transitions between sections.

At Josh Kastleman Drum Lessons in Tooele County, students work toward playing and recording real songs like this in a professional studio environment at no extra cost. Twice-yearly recitals give students the chance to perform for family and friends, building confidence and stage presence. Lessons are one-on-one and tailored to each student’s skill level and musical interests.

You can see all of Kye’s recorded performances here:
https://www.joshkastlemandrumlessons.com/kye

Benefits of drum lessons with Josh Kastleman include:

Personalized drum instruction

Learning modern and classic rock songs

Studio recording opportunities

Recitals every six months

Clear progress tracking and goal setting

Students also benefit from the Drums In Color system, which uses matching colors on sheet music and drum sets to simplify learning. This visual approach helps drummers quickly understand patterns, improve coordination, and confidently play along with full songs. Learn more at:
https://www.drumsincolor.com

If you’re looking for drum lessons near Tooele, Stansbury Park, Grantsville, or anywhere in Tooele County Utah, visit:
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