Roots reggae has 3 types of drum pattern: When you count the beat 1, 2, 3, 4... One Drop - there is no kick drum on the count of one. Only on the 3. This is very unique to reggae. Steppers - There is a kick drum on 1, 2, 3 and 4. Similar to "4 on the floor" dance tune. Rockers - There is a kick on the 1 and snare on the 3. Similar to most all rock song. Examples: One drop: Tenement Yard - Jacob Miller Steppers: Jammin - Bob Marley Rockers: Night Nurse - Gregory Isaacs