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On The Beat with Chris Ralles of Pat Benatar: An Invaluable Education
Greetings MD, my name is Chris Ralles and I am a drummer in the Los Angeles, CA area. Rather than bore you with a superfluous list of credentials, I thought it more pertinent to highlight the often-considered, not-so-glamorous experiences and…
On The Beat with Scotty Irving of Clang Quartet and on Tour with Ariel Pink: Talks Theatrical Performance Art
Greetings, fellow MD readers! I’m Scotty Irving, and I have played drums since 1979. I’m typing this as the last of tropical storm Irma is creeping over my home state of North Carolina. I hope everyone reading this is safe!…
On The Beat with Dawn Richardson of Elettrodomestico and 4 Non Blondes: Shares Education and Career Highlights
Hello MD readers! I love the magazine and appreciate the opportunity to connect with you here online and give you an update. I wake up every day and think about how fortunate I am to play and teach drums. It…
On The Beat with Dean Sabatino of the Dead Milkmen: Talks New Recordings and Gear
Hey Modern Drummer readers, I’m Dean “Clean” Sabatino, drummer for the Dead Milkmen. I’ve been playing with the group since 1983. Our first record came out in 1985 and produced the college radio hit song “Bitchin’ Camaro.” We began touring…
On The Beat with Grammy Winning Producer-Drummer-Guitarist-Songwriter Clif Magness
Hi MD. My love affair with drums began in my mother’s car. When I was around six years old, I was pounding away “Wipe Out” on the headrest when she decided then and there to rush me into drum lessons.…
On The Beat with Ruben Limas of Tetrarch: Metal and Memories of Venezuela
Hello everyone! My name is Ruben Limas and I play drums for the metal band Tetrarch. I am super excited to be writing this “On The Beat” for Modern Drummer as I am from Venezuela and this is something that…
On The Beat with Whit Sellers of Old Dominion: Talks Playing Strategy and Equipment
Hello MD! I play drums for Old Dominion, and I’m writing this from the Greek Theater in Los Angeles, where we will play ahead of popular country music artist Thomas Rhett. OD has been touring relatively non-stop for the last…
On The Beat with John Mader of Hamilton: Talks Versatility and Getting the Gig
Hello Modern Drummers! John Mader here. I’m the drummer on the first national tour of Hamilton. I am thrilled to be speaking to you via MD, as I have been a reader for long time. I have been very fortunate…
On The Beat with David Uosikkinen of the Hooters and In the Pocket: Bands, Albums, and Longevity
Anytime I get to write for Modern Drummer, I’m honored. MD was the first music magazine where I got the dope on the best drummers in the world. It gave me access to great tips on staying in shape and…
On The Beat with Nigel Dupree of Wayland: Shares Influences, Gear, and Memorable Moments
Hello my fellow Modern Drummer’s! My name is Nigel Dupree and I play drums for the rock band Wayland. When I was five, my parents got me a drumset for Christmas. I spent the next years into my teens…
On The Beat with Ben Smith of Roadcase Royale and Heart: Talks New Band and Debut CD
Hey everyone in Modern Drummer land, Ben Smith here! I’m happy and honored Billy Amendola asked me to put something together for this “On The Beat!” I’m currently on the road with Roadcase Royale, a band featuring Heart’s Nancy Wilson…
On The Beat with Bryan Lee of Visitors and VadaWave: Talks “Revisionist History”
Hey, friends and fellow drummers. My name is Bryan Lee and I play drums in the bands Visitors and VadaWave—both out of Salt Lake City, Utah. It’s extremely exciting and an honor to contribute this “On The Beat” and my…
On The Beat with Logan Robot Gladden: Talks Bonzo Bash and Goals
Hello MD! My name is Logan Robot Gladden and I am honored to share my story with you here “On the Beat!” I am thirteen years old and have been playing drums and singing for as long as I can…
On The Beat with Steph Barker of Coast Modern: Pursuing the Dream
Hey MD Readers! This is Steph Barker, drummer for the Los Angeles indie pop duo Coast Modern. I have been a huge fan of Modern Drummer since I started drumming back in sixth grade, so I am over the moon…
