[symptomoftheuniverse]

I've been playing drums for 2 years, and never bothered with rudiments so i guess its about time i started. So any suggestions would be very helpful.
I want something thats easy to medium difficulty that if done correctly gives a crazy sound.

[Tainojim]

There are 20 essential rudiments but there are a total of 40.

My best advise would be for self learning is to check out YouTube and look into the Moller System.

YouTube - moller methode

Check out these vids:

DRUM RUDIMENTS - Free Drum Rudiments Videos and Drum Lessons on the 40 Snare Drum Rudiments

[dragpyre]

Yeah, its worth learning all the 40 standard rudiments to get crazy fills. Also, their are hybrid rudiments out there too which are pretty cool. Do a bit of Googling (or Asking, or Binging) and you should find what you need.

[orionsbelt77]

Or, simply listen to what Baker is doing, and copy it, then work on variations of your favorite fills. For Baker's grab bag of tricks, listen to the full length version of "Toad" , from the album,
"Wheels of Fire".

[Tainojim]

Perhaps this video will help. I've not played Toad in like 40 years. Keep in mind that it was African beats that influenced Ginger's drumming style. It's all about rhythm and timing. If you can read drum tabs, get the book. Ilike the way he combines the jazz beats too.

YouTube - Cream - Toad (w/ Extended Drum Solo)