The story of the rhythmic revolution of R&B, funk, and soul, as told by the drummers themselves. Includes interviews, discographies, rare photos, transcriptions, and an accompanying CD with over 90 drumset rhythms. The drummers include Earl Palmer, John "Jabo" Starks, Clyde Stubblefield, Jimmy Madison, Roger Hawkins, James Gadson, Al Jackson, Jr., Bernard "Pretty" Purdie, Greg Errico, Andy Newmark, Maurice White, David Garibaldi, and Mike Clark.