As I mentioned in the introduction, here's where the "groove" aspect of your playing should be in full-force. Learn the notes, analyze the demonstration video to ensure your 8th shuffle feel is in line with the original, and have fun.
A quick pointer...
Muting: Make sure that when you see a rest - it's a rest. Diminishing the amount of noise during the silenced parts to as minimum will, again, greatly contribute to our groove.