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Steve Smith and Vital Information Live Stream June 15th
Irdium Live will be streaming two performances by Steve Smith and Vital Information tonight, June 15th, 2012, at 8PM and 10PM. For more information and a link to the stream go to the Irdium Live website. For more Steve Smith…
Drum Community Raises Nearly $20,000 For The Family Of Fallen Colleague
Several major players within the drum industry recently joined forces with the Sweet Relief Musicians Fund to raise nearly $20,000 for the family of pioneering drum builder and designer Dennis Stauffer, who was killed in a car crash in January.…
Toca Origins Series Djembes and Custom Deluxe Drumset Timbale
Origin series djembe shells are carved from a single piece of environmentally friendly, plantation-grown mahogany and are turned by lathe to maintain uniform thickness. The interior of the bowl features lathed grooves and a rough-surfaced pattern to help eliminate overtones.…
Stanton Moore South/Southwest Clinic Tour
From now until the end of June, Stanton Moore will be putting on clinics in the South and Southwest. View the dates below. Date Location Venue/Info June 15, 2012 Houston, TX Percussion Center 7PM June 16, 2012 Austin, TX…
LP Jingle Kick and Hi-Hat Chick-ita
The Jingle Kick has a built-in 1/4" steel rod that can be inserted into a bass drum pedal equipped with an LP Fusheki Bracket for independent use, or it can be used to replace a pedal’s beater to add a…
“Rythym of A Rose??? Art Exhibition by Mick Fleetwood
Mouche Gallery Beverly Hills Grand Opening Mick Fleetwood of Fleetwood Mac To Benefit Music Unites Opening Reception for the Artist: June 18th-6-8PM Exhibition: June 18th-25th exclusively at Mouche Gallery Few individuals rise to the status of international celebrity. Through talent in…
Ringo Starr Art Exhibits To Show At Select Cities On 13th All Starr Tour
Ringo Starr is hitting the road this summer with his 13th All Starr Band, including Steve Lukather (Toto), Richard Page (Mr. Mister), Mark Rivera, Gregg Rolie (Santana), Todd Rundgren, and Gregg Bissonette. In addition, a collection of his art, composed…
Manhasset Drummer Stand
The new portable Manhasset Drummer Stand has a full desk and a 16" chrome shaft that attaches via multi-clamp to all varieties of drum and cymbal hardware or microphone stands, for better positioning without taking up additional floor space. manhasset-specialty.com …
World's Fastest Drummer Contest
Do You Have What it Takes to be The World’s Fastest Drummer? Now you can prove it! NAMM announces the twelfth effort to find the “World’s Fastest Drummer”. This highly charged interactive event is a feature at this year’s Summer…
Dixon Artisan Rose Gum Snare
Crafted from select Australian rose gum hardwood, this unique snare was created in collaboration with the iconic drum maker Chris Brady. The drum has a 9-ply, 5.4 mm shell and is offered in 6x13, 5 1/2x14, and 6 1/2x14 sizes.…
Steve Smith and Vital Information 30th Anniversary Tour
Their newest recording, LIVE! One Great Night captures Vital Information in their natural habitat: A packed club with an audience of music lovers and the band in high gear for the entire set. Now you can catch Steve Smith and…
Benefit For Kings X Drummer Jerry Gaskill
Several months ago Kings X drummer, Jerry Gaskill, suffered a heart attack and had to be hospitalized. Now several Nashville musicians have banded together to reach out and help him by organizing a benefit to assist with his medical expenses.…
Dixson Bass Drum Lift
The Dixson Bass Drum Lift fits 16", 18", 20", 22", 24", and 26" drums and is designed to allow for a better sound by adjusting the beater striking position. The Lift also raises the bass drum off the floor for…
“Beats, Brews, and Banter,??? Featuring Recording Engineer Kyle Pulley and Marching Percussion Instructor Mike Windish
Philly Drum Project will continue their monthly meet-up entitled “Beats, Brews, and Banter” on Monday, June 4th at Roosevelt’s Pub at the corner of 23rd and Walnut in West Center City Philadelphia. The meet-up will run from 7pm-9pm and feature…
