Product Description
Bring the unmistakable energy and dreamy post-punk spirit of the 1980s to your drumming with this simplified drum arrangement and full drum transcription of Just Like Heaven by The Cure, one of the bands most beloved and iconic tracks. Originally released in 1987 on the critically acclaimed album Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me, this alternative rock classic combines jangly guitar textures, melodic bass lines, and tight rhythmic driveanchored by an infectious and emotionally vibrant drum part.
This drum sheet music download includes two complete and professionally notated versions to suit drummers at any level:
Simplified Drum Arrangement: Ideal for beginner and intermediate drummers, this version maintains the feel and structure of the original recording with carefully reduced complexity. Perfect for school performances, private drum lessons, beginner study, or live cover band gigs where faithful groove and timing are key, but advanced fills and technical details are not required.
Full Drum Transcription: A meticulous, note-for-note transcription of the original studio drum track. Every kick, snare, hi-hat opening, crash accent, and tom fill is accurately captured, allowing more advanced drummers to study and replicate the exact phrasing, nuances, and rhythmic motion that drive the song. This is a must-have for players who want to deep dive into the drumming style of Boris Williams, The Cures drummer during the bands peak era.
Just Like Heaven is widely considered one of the most perfect examples of alternative pop-rock songwriting and arrangement. Its upbeat feel and emotional atmosphere have made it a favorite for fans across generations. This drum sheet music allows you to explore the iconic groove that supports the soaring melodies and layered textures, helping you develop timing, musicality, dynamics, and groove consistency.
Fully printable, downloadable, and arranged with clarity and precision, this is a valuable addition to any drummers collectionwhether youre preparing for a live gig, building repertoire for your band, learning classic drum grooves from the '80s, or simply enjoying the challenge of a timeless rock rhythm.
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This product was created by a member of ArrangeMe, Hal Leonard's global self-publishing community of independent composers, arrangers, and songwriters. ArrangeMe allows for the publication of unique arrangements of both popular titles and original compositions from a wide variety of voices and backgrounds.