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Charles Connor (1935-2021)
Innovative Rock and Roll drummer Charles Connor passed away. He was 86 years old. Charles was a pioneer in the early beat of rock and roll. As a drummer in New Orleans in the early 1950s, he played with Professor…
Joey Jordison, former Slipknot drummer and co-founder, dies at age 46
In a statement Joey's family informed that he died in his sleep. The cause of death are still uncertain but his family informed that he died peacefully. "We are heartbroken to share the news that Joey Jordison, prolific drummer, musician…
Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp Announces The First EVER Women Only Camp
Female Drummers wanted! Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp unveils its first ever WOMEN ONLY Rock Camp! This ground-breaking camp will take place in Los Angeles, CA over the Grammy® weekend, January 27-30, 2022 with special headlining mentors including Melissa Etheridge, Nancy Wilson, Kathy Valentine,…
Sheila E. is Crowned First Female Winner of the Modern Drummer Readers Poll Hall of Fame
The Queen of Percussion, Sheila E., is having a great summer. Besides being back to touring, it was announced in June, that the Latin Recording Academy will honor Sheila E. and her father Pete Escovedo with a Lifetime Achievement Award on November…
Calling all Beatles Fans! The wait is over!
“THE BEATLES: GET BACK,” A DISNEY+ ORIGINAL DOCUMENTARY SERIES DIRECTED BY PETER JACKSON, TO DEBUT EXCLUSIVELY ON DISNEY+ Over Six Hours of Never-Before-Seen Restored Footage, Including The Beatles’ Last Live Performance, to Roll Out on Disney+ Over Three Days, November…
Janet D'Addario, Co-Founder of D'Addario & Company Dies at age 72
On behalf of the D’Addario Family, it gives us great sadness to announce the passing of Janet D’Addario, the Co-Founder of D’Addario & Co. and Former President of Providence House, on June 14th, after a fierce battle of cancer for…
Matt Zebroski - Alex Skolnick Trio Drummer - Interview 6/14/21
Matt Zebroski is the Drummer of the Alex Skolnick Trio, MD caught up with him recently for an interview. MD: What inspired you to start playing drums at 12? MZ: I started out playing clarinet but honestly didn't have…
Charlie Benante - “Silver Linings” Album Review 5/23/21
by Josh Buchignani Charlie Benante, drummer of famed thrash metal group, Anthrax, has pushed the envelope of creativity and collaboration in a way that has brought a plethora of talented artists together for the making of this 14-track album…
Producer Matty Amendola Records A Song With Universal Audio Latest, Music News, By Music Connection
Self-confessed studio recluse Matty Amendola felt at home in lockdown this past year, uninterruptedly continuing production and mix work for emerging indie artists like Cyn Electric (Noise Of Rumors) and veterans alike from Jody Porter (Fountains Of Wayne) to Tituss…
Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers Makes Jersey Shore Stop on North American Fine Art Tour
THE ART OF CHAD SMITH ANNOUNCES NEW JERSEY PREMIERE OF WORKS Iconic Drummer will make two live appearances in Stone Harbor Rock Star. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductee. Six-time Grammy Winner. Fine Artist. Philanthropist. These are just a few ways to…
Roger Hawkins 1945 – 2021
Modern Drummer is very sad to hear about the passing of legendary Muscle Shoals drummer Roger Hawkins. Roger bravely battled with health issues over the past few years, and our condolences go out to his wife Brenda, their family, friends, and…
Pop Evil “Versatile” Album Review with Hayley Cramer on Drums – 5/21/21
By Nic Kubes In early 2021 Pop Evil released two singles “Breath Again” & “Work” in advance of their new album, “Versatile”, released today on Entertainment One. “Breath Again” soared to the top of the rock charts and hit…
Levara – Album Review ‘Levara’ LP with UK Drummer Josh Devine - 5/15/21
by Josh Buchignani With the release of Levara’s debut self-titled album “LEVARA”, Modern Drummer takes a look at the record and the drumming of UK based Josh Devine (One Direction’s tour drummer). Levara has a unique and classic rock…
Modern Drummer Exhibiting at the 2021 Chicago Drum Show May 15th & 16th
Modern Drummer is exhibiting at the 2021 Chicago Drum Show (Sat May 15th & Sun May 16th) at the Prairie Events Center, at Kane County Fairgrounds in St. Charles, Illinois! This is the 30th Anniversary of the Chicago Drum Show,…
