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February 1986: Roy Haynes Joins Louis Armstrong’s Big Band
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Every Drummer’s a Snowflake
No, not that kind of snowflake—you’ll have to find me at the bar if you want to talk politics.
What’s Your Favorite Danny Carey Track?
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Andy Woodard and Jola with Adam Ant
Now, more than three and a half decades later, Ant is hitting the road for an international Friend or Foe live run that lasts through late November.
Aerosmith In Vegas
Aerosmith’s Deuces Are Wild residency at the MGM Resorts Park Theater in Las Vegas boasts a number of cutting-edge audio, video, and experiential enhancements.
Tama Starclassic Drumset
After extensive research and development, Tama announced the next phase for the Starclassic line: the Walnut/Birch drumkit.
Brian Chippendale on Lightning Bolt's Sonic Citadel
Throughout the album Gibson’s signature buzz-saw tone, Chippendale’s familiar crackling vocals, and the drummer’s slashing snare shred.
Dynamicx
We received two gorgeous Medallion Brass snares for review: a 5x14 in Torch Patina and a 6.5x14 featuring a black-nickel finish with a hand-engraved six-leaf pattern.
NickyMoon Cymbals
Meticulously hammered and lathed by hand in Margarite’s New Jersey shop, these “1” series cymbals represent the best of what the company offers.
Blue Microphones
We received a pair of large-diaphragm condensers for overheads and bass drum and other low-frequency applications.
Origin's John Longstreth
John Longstreth’s drumming with death metal veterans Origin relies on speed and ergonomics, and his rig exhibits that in a number of ways.
Linda Pitmon
Her main dictate is to rock consistently, creatively, sometimes on a moment’s notice, and always like her life depends on it.
The Velvet Underground
This month we check out some classic tracks from the influential band and associated artists.
