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Hard Rock Rising Gives Aspiring Bands a Chance at Stardom with World Tour Through Global Competition
Announcing Call for Entries in 2013 Battle of the Bands Hard Rock International announces this year’s Hard Rock Rising, the world’s largest and most far-reaching battle of the bands competition. Hard Rock Rising supports the musical careers of aspiring artists around…
Motown Gives Back: MD Contributor Drew Schultz Spearheads Project to Help Fund Detroit School Music Programs
From left: Spyder Turner, Pat Lewis, Ken Knox, Lawrence Payton Jr., James Jamerson Jr., Spike DeLeon, Drew Schultz, Melvin Davis, Abdul “Duke” Fakir, Steve Adams, Ronnie McNeir, June Childress-Jones, Dennis Coffe Modern Drummer contributor Drew Schultz and Motown musical…
Terry Bozzio and Tom Shelley Clinic Tour
Universal Percussion president and founder Tom Shelley and drummer Terry Bozzio team up for February 2013 clinics. Date Location Venue/Info February 3, 2013 Natrona Heights, PA Drums N Moore, 1832 Union Ave. 724.895.3055 February 4, 2013 Eastlake, OH Stebal Drums,…
Liberty DeVitto, Ricky Byrd and friends rock NYC’s Cutting Room in an All-Star Line-Up To Present Hurricane Sandy Benefit Concert on Friday, January 25
Giving back to his hometown, which was battered by Hurricane Sandy, Ricky Byrd and Rockers In Recovery have united to present an all-star concert aiding those affected by the superstorm. The concert will take place on Friday, January 25 at…
Mad Dogs & Dominos to Perform at the Highline Ballroom
Mad Dogs & Dominos (formerly 'Delaney and Bonnie and Their Famous Friends') Featuring an all-star tribute to the music and musical tree of Delaney & Bonnie, Derek and the Dominos, Joe Cocker, George Harrison, Leon Russell, and their creative roots.…
Bobby Z's Benefit 2 Celebrate Life w/Bobby Z & Friends
Bobby Z & the American Heart Association proudly present the 2nd annual Benefit 2 Celebrate Life The event will feature Bobby Z and his friends, including "Princess" (featuring Maya Rudolph & Gretchen Lieberum), QuestLove, André Cymore, Dex Dickerson, Dr. Fink,…
The Incredible Simulators to Perform the Music of the Beatles, ft. Marshall Crenshaw, Glen Burtnik & Liberty DeVitto
Marshall Crenshaw and Glen Burtnik first met in the cast of the original Beatlemania - Crenshaw in the role of John Lennon and Burtnik in the role of Paul McCartney. Liberty DeVitto is best known for providing the beat behind…
Gregg Bissonette Hosts First-Ever Drum Groove Camp March 15th - 17th in Thousand Oaks, California
Register now for this exclusive three-day, hands on drum camp and receive a free one-month subscription to DrumChannel.com. Be one of the first to register and receive Gregg's latest DVD Yesterday * Today * Tomorrow. Gregg Bissonette (Ringo Starr & His All…
Philly Drum Project presents Beats, Brews, & Banter, an Open-Drum Hangout
Philly Drum Project’s monthly event, Beats, Brews, & Banter, will continue on Monday, January 7th at Roosevelt’s Pub at the corner of 23rd and Walnut in Philadelphia. The event will run from 7-9pm and feature an 'Open-Drum' format. Philly Drum Project members…
Keith Carlock, Jimmy Herring, Wayne Krantz, Michael Landau, and Etienne Mbappe Form New Band the Ringers
Group To Debut With Five Shows In February Tour Hits Athens, Charlotte, Raleigh, New York, and DC Jimmy Herring, Wayne Krantz, Michael Landau, Keith Carlock, and Etienne Mbappe will be performing as the Ringers, debuting in early 2013. This super-group…
LAMA College For Music Professionals Hosts Drum Recording Workshop
Teachers Include Grammy Winner Al Schmitt and Uli Frost; Limited Space Available LAMA College for Music Professionals has announced details for its upcoming drum recording workshop on February 2, 2013 from 9:00am to 5:00pm ($199; $149 for LAMA students). The workshop…
Gator Cases - Vinnie Paul Cymbal Case Contest
Gator and legendary drummer, Vinnie Paul, are teaming to give away a Gator Cases Deluxe Cymbal Backpack autographed by Vinnie himself. One runner-up will win an autographed 8x10 photo of Vinnie. Winners wil be randomly selected on 12/21/2012 (contest open…
Guitar Center's Drum-Off Finals To Feature Live Performances By Gadd, Blackwell, Carlock, Heyward, King and More!
Top Undiscovered Drummers In The Country Compete In The World’s Premier Drum Competition, Plus An Evening Packed With Performances By The Drumming Elite The Legendary Steve Gadd will be honored at the Drum-Off Grand Finals with an induction to Guitar…
Paiste Facebook Photo Contest 2012
Paiste invites drummers to become a part of their “Expression Wall of Fame” at the 2013 Winter NAMM Show in Anaheim, California, with a chance to win prizes. Contest Rules Participants are asked to submit their best photo…