Twenty One Pilots – Nico and the Niners

Nico And The Niners drum sheet music – a note-for-note accurate transcription of Josh Dun's drum part on Twenty One Pilots' “Nico And The Niners”, from the album Trench (2018). Every bar is written out in a clean, print-ready PDF.

About Nico And The Niners drum sheet music

“Nico And The Niners” was one of the singles released ahead of Trench in 2018, and is a key part of the album’s story set in the city of Dema.

The groove is laid-back and hypnotic, combining Josh Dun’s drumming with programmed parts. It is great for drummers into modern alternative and hip-hop grooves who want to play a relaxed pocket with precision.

A drum transcription taken from the original recording

Every bar of this Nico And The Niners drum transcription comes from the original recording. Instead of an approximate groove with a couple of fills, you get the whole drum part – so if you need Nico And The Niners drum notes that sound like the record when you play them, this is the version to use.

The sheet music is professionally engraved and easy to read on a music stand or on a tablet. Each part of the song is clearly labelled, and repeats with first- and second-time endings keep the layout compact, so you spend less time turning pages and more time playing.

Song facts

• Artist: Twenty One Pilots
• Album: Trench (2018)
• Drummer: Josh Dun
• Style: alternative / hip-hop

What you get

Your Nico And The Niners drum sheet music download includes:

• The full song, transcribed note-for-note from the original recording
• Clearly labelled song sections
• Professionally engraved, print-ready PDF
• Instant download after purchase

How to practise Nico And The Niners on drums

Here is a practice plan that works well for Nico And The Niners:

1. Listen with the sheet music. Notice the relaxed feel.
2. Practise the groove. Play it with a metronome until it feels relaxed.
3. Keep it laid-back. Let the backbeat sit back.
4. Learn the fills. Slowly first, then in context.
5. Play with the record. Lock in with the bass and programming.
6. Record yourself. Check the pocket stays steady.

Why note-for-note sheet music?

Learning Nico And The Niners by ear or from a free tab usually means guessing the details – which fill goes where, what the hi-hat is doing, how a section ends. Accurate sheet music takes the guesswork out: the rhythms are exact, the song structure is clear, and you can focus on playing instead of decoding.

Who is this sheet music for?

Nico And The Niners drum sheet music suits beginner-to-intermediate drummers and Twenty One Pilots fans.

About Josh Dun

Josh Dun has been Twenty One Pilots’ drummer since 2011. His energetic playing – and famous backflips – are a highlight of the band’s live shows.

More Twenty One Pilots drum sheet music

Want more than one song? The Twenty One Pilots Complete Drum Sheet Music Collection includes Nico And The Niners together with other songs, at a lower price than buying them one by one. You can also get other Twenty One Pilots songs one by one: Stressed Out, Heathens, Heavydirtysoul and Jumpsuit. See them all on the Twenty One Pilots drum sheet music page.

Frequently asked questions

Is it the complete Nico And The Niners drum part?

Yes. The whole song is transcribed note-for-note from the record, including every fill, as heard on Trench.

Is Nico And The Niners drum sheet music a tab or real notation?

It is real drum notation on a five-line staff, the standard way drum parts are written. If you are used to tabs, it is worth the switch – notation shows the rhythm exactly, which tabs can’t.

How is the sheet music delivered?

As a PDF download. The link shows up as soon as you complete checkout and is emailed to you as well.

Is Nico And The Niners hard on drums?

No – it is a relaxed groove, great for beginner-to-intermediate players.

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