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August 1986

Modern Drummer is the world’s most widely read drum magazine, is dedicated entirely to the art of drumming and caters to the needs of amateur, semi-pro, and professional drummers.

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Portraits

Oliver Jackson

There are some people who always sound like they're competing for the title of "world's noisiest drummer."

by Chip Deffaa
Nov 5, 2018
Up & Coming

Girls’ Night Out’s Kathy Burkly

But these days she's a pop rocker, laying down a throaty 2 and 4 from behind a pink, handmade drumset for her six accomplices in Girls' Night Out.

by Peter Cassidy
Nov 5, 2018
Features

Joe Franco — Living The Fantasy

Near the end of the set, the spotlight went to the drummer, as he began his solo. Normally at this point in a Ritz show, the audience unceremoniously heads for the bar, but not on this night.

by William F. Miller
Nov 5, 2018
Strictly Technique

A 20 - Minute Warm-Up

Warming up prior to playing is extremely important for any drummer.

by Mark Hurley
Nov 5, 2018
Concepts

Breathing And Energy

Energy is, and always has been, very important to drummers.

by Roy Burns
Nov 5, 2018
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Features

Bill Gibson — Newsbeat

You've probably heard Gibson kicking out the pulse of

by Robin Tolleson
Nov 5, 2018
Features

Ras Micheal — The Roots Of Reggae

Down in Kingston, Jamaica, Ras Michael (Michael Henry) is known as a supreme rootsman.

by Robert Santelli
Nov 5, 2018
Flipbook

August 1986 - Volume 10 • Number 8

In this Issue: Steve Smith, Joe Franco, NYC Contractors, RAS Michael, & Bill Gibson TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

Modern Drummer
Aug 1, 1986
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