Unveiling the Story Behind Guns N' Roses' Iconic Drum Fill in "November Rain
The iconic Guns N' Roses song "November Rain" has a fascinating backstory that involves drummer Matt Sorum and his repetitive drum fill. Despite the criticism Sorum received for the fill, it was actually Axl Rose's idea to have it repeated throughout the song. The drum fill was meant to be a musical phrase that carried on through the trilogy of songs, including "Don't Cry" and "Estranged". Sorum explained that the minimalist approach to the drum fills was inspired by Nigel Olsson's work on Elton John's "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me". Despite initial criticism from fellow drummer Mike Portnoy, Sorum clarified the reasoning behind the drum fill and emphasized the importance of simplicity in drumming. Now that the story behind the drum fill has been revealed, it adds a new layer of appreciation to the trilogy of songs.