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DW Santa Monica Series Drumkit Contest Winner Announced!

Adam Lohmeyer of Kansas is the proud owner of a new handcrafted North American hard rock maple DW Santa Monica series drumkit in butterscotch lacquer finish. The set features 8x10 and 8x12 toms, 14x14 and 16x16 floor toms, a 16x22…

Modern Drummer
Dec 23, 2019

2020 Metal Hall of Fame Gala to Be Filmed for Amazon Prime

The Metal Hall of Fame has announced that the 2020 annual Metal Hall of Fame Celebrity Charity Gala will be filmed live for Amazon Prime Movies. Hard rock and heavy metal fans in attendance will be featured in the filming,…

Modern Drummer
Dec 19, 2019

Marc Dicciani and Tom Aungst Honored with Yamaha’s Legacy in Education Award at PASIC 2019

From left to right: Greg Crane, Yamaha; Marc Dicciani, award recipient; Paul Winterhalter, Yamaha (accepting the award on Tom Aungst’s behalf); John Wittmann, Yamaha. Yamaha bestowed the company’s Legacy in Education Award to Marc Dicciani and Tom Aungst at the…

Modern Drummer
Dec 4, 2019

Drum Workshop Acquires Slingerland from Gibson

Drum Workshop, Inc. (DW) recently announced the acquisition of the Slingerland drum brand from the Nashville-headquartered guitar icon. Principals from both companies inked the undisclosed deal that will see the Slingerland name be shepherded by the California-based custom drum maker.…

Modern Drummer
Dec 4, 2019

Eric Clapton and Friends: A Tribute Concert to Ginger Baker

Eric Clapton recently announced a one-time only concert to celebrate the musical life of his dear friend Ginger Baker. Eric Clapton and Friends: A Tribute to Ginger Baker will take place Monday, February 17, 2020 at the Eventim Apollo Hammersmith…

Modern Drummer
Nov 26, 2019
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Sons Of Apollo Launch Video For "Goodbye Divinity"; First Single From MMXX

SONS OF APOLLO--former Dream Theater members Mike Portnoy and Derek Sherinian, Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal (ex-Guns N’ Roses), Billy Sheehan (The Winery Dogs, Mr. Big, David Lee Roth) and Jeff Scott Soto (ex-Journey, ex-Yngwie Malmsteen's Rising Force)--are ready to ring in…

Modern Drummer
Nov 22, 2019

Carl Palmer Prog Rock Camp Contest Winner

  Jim Dwyer was the winner of the contest to attend the Carl Palmer Prog Rock Camp in Philadelphia, PA on November 8, 9, and 10. Jim visits with Modern Drummer publisher David Frangioni mid-way through the camp.   https://vimeo.com/373941134…

Modern Drummer
Nov 18, 2019

MD Publisher David Frangioni Featured in Living a Life in Full Podcast

Music, Technology and Writing Spun into Gold (and Platinum) with David Frangioni Episode 036: Music, Technology and Writing Spun into Gold (and Platinum) with David Frangioni David Frangioni is quite the polymath—as he is an entrepreneur, award-winning veteran of the…

Modern Drummer
Oct 1, 2019

Video Premiere: District 97’s “Sheep”

Jonathan Schang, drummer and leader of the modern progressive rock band District 97, has graciously invited Modern Drummer to premiere the group’s video to the song “Sheep,” from their upcoming album Screens. “Like many of D97’s pieces,” says Schang, “‘Sheep’…

Modern Drummer
Sep 23, 2019

Runaway To Paradise Contest Winner Goes Cruising

BJ and Jennifer Kellogg with Rich Scannella The winner of the “Runaway to Paradise with Jon Bon Jovi” contest is Modern Drummer subscriber B.J. Kellogg of Colorado. B.J. and his wife, Jennifer, departed Barcelona, Spain on August 26 for the…

Modern Drummer
Sep 13, 2019

Win a Spot At Carl Palmer's Prog Rock Camp!

A Modern Drummer Subscriber Exclusive Contest https://vimeo.com/349080531/876f700643 https://vimeo.com/349080531 Modern Drummer continues its' Give The Drummer Some...VIP exclusive experiences with admission to Carl Palmer's Prog Rock Camp in Philadelphia, PA, on November 8, 9, 10, 2019. About the Camp:  A musical…

Modern Drummer
Jul 25, 2019

MD Subscriber and Ringo Starr Peace and Love Contest Winner Bryan Shadden Shares His Experience

Steven Roper (left), Ringo, and MD subscriber Bryan Shadden attend the Ringo Starr 11th Annual Peace & Love Birthday Worldwide Celebration at Capitol Records Tower on July 07, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for Beautiful…

Modern Drummer
Jul 18, 2019
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US Winner Takes Home Top Prize in Shure Drum Mastery 2019 Contest

Daniel Kelly II Renowned session drummer Ash Soan and an all-star drummer jury selected the winners of Drum Mastery 2019, a Shure contest aimed at giving unsung percussionists the glory they deserve. The grand prize went to Daniel Kelly II,…

Modern Drummer
Jul 17, 2019

Peace And Love with Ringo On July 7, 2019 Entry Deadline is June 25th!

https://vimeo.com/337518261   To the Modern Drummer Subscriber Family! “We’re Going to a Party, Party!” (And YOU could be our guest.) Here's your cha-cha-cha-chance to celebrate with Ringo Starr on his birthday, July 7, in Los Angeles, California. One lucky Modern…

Modern Drummer
Jun 20, 2019
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