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DW - Contemporary Classic Drumset

Deep, dark tones with a boost of modern fidelity.

Article by David Ciauro | Video by Michael Dawson
May 30, 2018

Symrna - Neoclassic and Araf Series Cymbals

Modern-sounding yet traditionally handcrafted Turkish instruments.

Article by Christopher Kozar | Video by Michael Dawson
May 30, 2018

Tempest - 8x14 Bell Bronze Snare

A massive German-made beast with a big, beefy voice to match.

by Michael Dawson
May 30, 2018

Soundbrenner - Pulse Metronome

A wearable, vibrating device designed to eliminate the distractions of an audible click.

by Nick Amoroso
May 30, 2018

Seether’s John Humphrey

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Interview and photos by Sayre Berman
May 30, 2018
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New Drum Gear from DW Drums, Paiste, Los Cabos Drumsticks, Spaun, Auralex and More!

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May 30, 2018

What’s Your Favorite Simon Phillips Performance?

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May 30, 2018

John McEntire on the Sea and Cake’s Any Day

The multi-instrumentalist and Tortoise drummer ably anchors this Chicago indie-rock group’s outstanding new release.

Article by Ben Meyer | Photo by Andrew Paynter
May 30, 2018

Adam Levin with X Ambassadors

The group’s founding drummer embraces hybrid roles in the studio and on the road with the alternative pop/rock stars.

Article by Willie Rose | Photo by Graham Fielder
May 30, 2018

Legendary Blues Drummer Sam Lay Inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame and More

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May 30, 2018

What’s Your Favorite Hip-Hop or R&B Drumming Performance?

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Jun 27, 2018

The Animals' John Steel

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by Laurice Niemtus
Jun 11, 2018
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Leon “Ndugu” Chancler: 1952-2018

Veteran MD contributor Robin Tolleson remembers the drummer, who made enormous musical contributions across multiple genres and coached scores of players in their own pursuit of greatness.

Article by Robin Tolleson | Photo by Alex Solca
May 30, 2018

Nashville Drummers Jam 11

Music City’s Finest Pay Tribute to Mr. Big’s Pat Torpey

Story and photos by Sayre Berman
May 30, 2018
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