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Carl Palmer "Feeling Really Good" Following Heart Surgery
Photo by Alex Kluft Carl Palmer is "feeling really good" after undergoing heart surgery. The Emerson, Lake & Palmer drummer recently underwent an atrial fibrillation ablation to fix an irregular heartbeat. In a Facebook post, he thanked fans for their…
Gretsch Drums Announces 140th Anniversary Concert in New York City
140 years ago in Brooklyn, NY, Gretsch Drums were born, and on May 23rd, 2023, the South Carolina-based drum company is returning to the Big Apple for a big celebration. Gretsch has announced a special one-night-only concert at The Cutting…
Bill Kreutzmann Sitting Out of Dead & Company's Final Tour
Photo by C Flanigan/Getty Image Dead & Company will embark on their final tour without drummer Bill Kreutzmann. "After many long discussions and some good old-fashioned soul searching, we are letting you know that our brother Bill Kreutzmann will not…
How to Get Tickets to MANÁ's 2023 Tour
MANÁ are bringing their "México Lindo Y Querido" tour to North America. "Get ready, we’re coming with a brand new production and all our hits," the band shared in a statement. "We’re excited to be back on the road and…
Kansas' Phil Ehart on the Opening Fill to "Carry On Wayward Son": "I Thought It Was Too Simple"
Phil Ehart, photo by Mark Schierolz Sometimes, the most iconic musical moments emerge from an accident. Such is the case for Kansas' seminal 1976 hit "Carry On Wayward Son," which features a signature drum fill after the band's a cappella…
Violent Femmes' John Sparrow Reveals Why He Plays on a Barbecue Grill: "It Was a Happy Accident"
John Sparrow, photo courtesy of Two For the Road Media Some drummers obsess over the ring of their cymbals, the pop of their snare, or the dimensions of their bass drum. For John Sparrow of Violent Femmes, however, he's…
Steve Smith and Vital Information Announce New Double Album, 40th Anniversary Tour Dates
Steve Smith, photo by Steve Kahn Steve Smith and his jazz group Vital Information have announced a new album, Time Flies, and mapped out a US tour in celebration of the trio's 40th anniversary. Releasing on May 5th, 2023, Time Flies is…
Jim Gordon, Wrecking Crew Drummer, Dead At 77
Jim Gordon (photo by Keith Morris / Redferns) Drummer and songwriter James Beck Gordon, known as Jim Gordon, has died at the age of 77. Gordon's death was confirmed today (March 15th) by a representative. A skilled drummer and…
Slayer and Mr. Bungle's Dave Lombardo Announces Debut Solo LP Rites of Percussion
Dave Lombardo, photo by Ekaterina Gorbacheva Dave Lombardo, the legendary drummer known for his work with Slayer and Mr. Bungle, has announced the release of his debut solo album, Rites of Percussion, which is set to arrive on May 5th…
Blink 182 Postpones Mexico and Latin America Reunion Shows After Travis Barker's Injury
Travis Barker, photo by Philip Cosores Blink-182 fans in Latin America have been hit with another setback after the band announced they will postpone the first leg of their highly anticipated reunion tour. The band was scheduled to perform in…
Daru Jones Teases New Solo LP and Gives Advice to Young Drummers
Daru Jones, photo by David Swanson Daru Jones, Jack White's distinguished drummer — and the star of our March 2023 Modern Drummer cover — is gearing up to release a new solo album. In a comprehensive interview with Modern Drummer about…
New Study Proves Drummers Are Smarter Than the Average Person
Linda-Philomène Tsoungui (photo by Emilio Herce) Not only are drummers equipped with the valuable skills of rhythm, they're also more intelligent than they're usually given credit for. As Rockmusicrevival.com reports, a study led by professor Frederic Ullen from the Karolinska…
Watch Nandi Bushell Rip Through a Cover of Duke Ellington's "Caravan"
Nandi Bushell (via YouTube) 12-year old extraordinaire Nandi Bushell has once again wowed fans with her drumming skills by taking on Duke Ellington's jazz standard "Caravan". The young drummer described it as the "most difficult drum cover" she has ever…
Ringo Starr and Paul McCartney Play on The Rolling Stones' New Album: Report
Photos via Getty The ultimate '60s supergroup is materializing — but perhaps only for a song or two. The Rolling Stones' new album is yet to be announced, but Variety has confirmed the record will feature The Beatles' Paul McCartney…
