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Rich Pagano to Lead Six-Part Art of Recording Classic Drums Course
Rich Pagano will be leading the six-part Art of Recording Classic Drums Course this June 11-29 at the Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music at New York University. Through this course students will learn the techniques necessary to expand their acoustic…
Korg Wavedrum Mini
The Wavedrum Mini borrows technology from the popular Wavedrum series and provides a playable pad, speaker, sounds, effects, patterns, and a loop recorder, as well as a sensor clip to transform any object into a second sound source. The instrument…
March Web Update News
-Charley Drayton is on Roberta Flack’s latest, Let It Be Roberta, and the Michael Landau Group’s Organic Instrumentals. He’s also been in the studio with saxman Mark Rivera, recording tracks for his upcoming record, and has been recording with Wayne…
Pete Zimmer Prime of Life CD Release Gigs
To celebrate the release of Pete Zimmer’s Prime of Life CD on April 17, Pete and the band are having a release gig/event at Smoke Jazz Club on Wednesday, May 9th. Pete Zimmer Prime of Life CD Release Gig featuring:…
Rhythm! Discovery Center Offers Two Exciting Programs
Rhythm! Discovery Center’s family-oriented Saturday programs have quickly become a highlight of the downtown Indianapolis offerings each weekend. This trend continues with two exiting and highly anticipated programs within the next 2 Saturdays as Rhythm! Discovery Center welcomes the nationally…
Zildjian Launches Drummer Love Europe
On the heels of its highly successful US Drummer Love contest, Zildjian has decided to launch Drummer Love Europe, bringing the event to the U.K., Ireland, France, Germany, Spain, and Russia. The contest runs from April 2 through July…
Questlove Helps Bring Music Back to NYC Public Schools
Grammy Award winning artist to DJ at the Music Crossing Borders' 2nd Annual Take a TourTM Gala on Thursday, May 10th Questlove, of the Grammy Award–winning hip-hop collective the Roots, will guest DJ at Music Crossing Borders’ second annual Take a Tour gala, a…
Crescendo DM Music Earplugs
The DM line from Crescendo offers four color-coded models, each with a different level of strength for protecting the ear against damage from high-decibel music. Options include black (25dB), white (20dB), blue (15dB), and green (10dB). The DM plugs incorporate…
Live 1999 King’s X Release Offered to Fans Who Donate to Jerry Gaskill’s Post–Heart Attack Medical Bills
As King’s X drummer Jerry Gaskill continues his recovery from a heart attack suffered late last month, King’s X are offering a download of a previously unreleased 1991 concert to fans who donate money to help offset the drummer’s medical…
Former Guns N’ Roses drummer Steven Adler Announces New Band
Adler, the new band led by former Guns N’ Roses drummer Steven Adler and featuring singer Jacob Bunton (Lynam, Mars Electric) and guitarist Lonnie Paul (Adler’s Appetite), is currently in the studio. “I love the music that we’re creating!” states…
Cymbal Doctor Duo and Trio Mini Kits
The Duo cymbal-cleaning kit is made for the drummer who likes to work by hand. It includes the Cymbal Doctor proprietary cleaner and sealer, plus gloves, an applicator pad, and a microfiber towel. List price: $39.95. The Trio is a…
Hole Drummer Patty Schemel the Subject of Rock-Doc Hit So Hard
Hit So Hard: The Life and Near-Death Story of Drummer Patty Schemel follows the rise, fall, and recovery of the drummer for the band Hole. The movie uses filmed video interviews with Schemel, as well as her friends, family, and…
Virgil Donati Live Stream Clinic Event
Long Island Drum Center will be live streaming Virgil Donati's (Alan Holdsworth, Planet X, Steve Vai) sold-out drum clinic on Monday, March 19th. Those interested can visit www.lidrum.com at 7PM EST to tune in to the sold-out event. Cost is $3 to view the…
Meinl Fiberglass Didgeridoos and Thomas Lang Practice Pads
New Meinl fiberglass didgeridoo feature a flared bell for enhanced sound projection. They’re 57" long and come in two different finishes featuring a hand-painted design. Each instrument is tuned to a specific note. The two new Thomas Lang practice pads…
