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Jerry Kroon - Nashville Studio

This interview should be required reading for anyone contemplating moving to Nashville to attempt to break into the studio scene.

by Robyn Flans
Mar 20, 2019

Barrett Deems—World's Fastest Drummer

Inside Randolph Square, Barrett Deems did indeed propel a quartet of Chicago musicians with a clean, swinging performance—effortlessly.

by Tracy Borst
Mar 20, 2019

Gary Wallis

Gary Wallis live is something not to be missed. He puts on quite a show.

by Claudia Cooper
Mar 20, 2019

Paris_Monster's Josh Dion

New York-based multi-instrumentalist Josh Dion has been honing his own unique slant on the concept with Paris_Monster to push the envelope.

Story by Robin Tolleson | Photos by John Fell
Feb 27, 2019

Amanda Shires’ Jerry Pentecost

When Modern Drummer reached out to catch up with Jerry Pentecost, the drummer filled us in on his impressive performing schedule and concluded, “I’m really just a dude looking for donuts.”

Story by Jeff Potter | Photos by Rick Malkin
Feb 27, 2019
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Morgan Ågren Of The Mats/Morgan Band

The career of Swedish drummer Morgan Ågren is proof that you needn’t adhere to typical scenarios to forge a unique professional path.

Story by Ken Micallef | Photos by Elliot Elliot
Feb 27, 2019

Modern Drummer 2019 Readers Poll Winners

The Foo Fighters’ tandem drummers had another huge year in 2018, with Taylor Hawkins powering the band throughout

Modern Drummer
Feb 27, 2019

Protocol's Simon Phillips

While in Los Angeles, Simon Phillips uses this Tama Star kit, which is one of three setups he keeps in rotation.

Story by John Martinez | Photos by Alex Solca
Feb 27, 2019

Oh Sees’ Paul Quattrone and Dan Rincon

Since 2015 the Oh Sees have utilized a double-drummer rhythm section, which currently features Dan Rincon and Paul Quattrone.

Story by Stephen Bidwell | Photos by Nicola Gypsicola
Feb 27, 2019

The Different Sides of Gary Husband

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by Simon Goodwin
Feb 5, 2019

The Drummers Of Woody Herman

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by Chip Deffaa
Feb 5, 2019

Walter Keiser And Pedro Haldemann

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by Jany Sabins
Feb 5, 2019
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Dennis Chambers

The legendary fusion drummer is still setting stages afire with his scorching chops and unshakable groove.

Story by Robin Tolleson | Photos by Steve Parke
Jan 30, 2019

Night Verses’ Aric Improta

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Story by Ben Meyer |Photos by Alex Solca
Jan 30, 2019
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