percussive
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“I think the jazz drumming thing is new to the game,” Lievsay says of the percussive element that grows in prominence as the fights’ stakes increase.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 10, 2025
He arrived in New York City in the early 1960s, and by the age of 20 drew attention to his plays, a riot of percussive energy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025
By the third song, Sit Down, Stand Up, they're flexing their musical muscles, with an extended outro of percussive lunacy, aided by US session musician Chris Vatalaro.
From BBC • Nov. 21, 2025
The music is urgent and highly percussive with small drums, and Mr. Ross’s vibes create alluring propulsion.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 21, 2025
There followed percussive thumping as they stepped out and swung the doors shut.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
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