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The Really, Really Big Christmas Show’s John Stanley
Hello, MD readers! I wanted to tell you all about an upcoming show that I have been privileged to work on, an amazing production called “The Really, Really Big Christmas Show,” put on by Second Baptist Church in Houston, TX.…
Rob Mitzner of I’m in You
Hello, Modern Drummer readers! It’s my pleasure to be back with you on this blog. Since I wrote you three years ago, I’ve had some incredible musical experiences, including a performance for President Obama in my hometown of Washington, DC,…
Carlos Vega Memorial Birthday Concert
The sixteenth annual Carlo Vega Memorial Birthday Concert will take place on December 8, 2013 at 8 pm at Cafe Cordiale. This year’s concert will feature several different drummers playing tribute to Carlos, in a variety of styles. The line…
Photos from PASIC 2013
The Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC) is the largest percussion event in the world, featuring over 120 concerts, clinics, master classes, labs, workshops, panels, and presentations. The convention's International Drum and Percussion Expo is held annually, with more than…
Ryan Ricks of the Little River Band
Hello! My name is Ryan Ricks, and I play drums and sing for the Little River Band. The road I took to get here was definitely curvy. Out of college, I toured with Lacy J. Dalton, and after that I…
Legendary Drummer/Percussionist Walfredo Reyes Sr.
Hello, everyone! Walfredo Reyes Sr. here. It’s been eight years since the 2005 Modern Drummer Festival where I was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award. It was a great event with many incredible drummers. The festival started with the introduction…
The Drummer’s Bible by Mick Berryand Jason Gianni
BOOK/CDS (2) LEVEL: ALL $34.95 Recently updated by its coauthors to include nearly a hundred more reference grooves, this ambitious 200-plus-page tome continues to inspire, offering a variety of rhythmic concepts, from polka patterns to reggae beats to variations on…
Max Kuehn of Fidlar
Hey, dudes! My name is Max Kuehn, and I’m the drummer of Fidlar, from Los Angeles, California. We are currently on a North American tour with our buddies the Orwells. We’ve been touring for about a year and a half…
Win a Carl Palmer Limited Edition Twist of the Wrist Art Print!
THIS CONTEST IS CURRENTLY CLOSED. THANKS TO THOSE WHO ENTERED. Carl Palmer, one of rock’s iconic figures and a founding member of Emerson, Lake & Palmer and Asia, has released his first signature collection of fine art, created completely from…
Blake Dahlinger of I the Mighty
Hey, guys! My name is Blake Dahlinger, and I play drums in a band called I the Mighty. Huge thanks to Modern Drummer for having me. As a longtime reader of the publication, this is a pretty surreal experience! I…
Win a Copy of Paul McCartney’s New Album, New!
October 2013 saw the release of Paul’s first collection of brand-new solo material in six years. Now one lucky winner will receive the deluxe CD featuring two bonus tracks, plus a limited edition light-up New cube mini, a poster, and…
Jeff Ryan
Hi, MD readers. I’m Jeff Ryan, and I’m honored to be contributing a blog to Modern Drummer’s website, because I consider this magazine to be the foundation as well as the living/breathing backbone of the drumming community. I’ve always tried…
The U.S. Navy Band Has Immediate Openings For Percussionists
The United States Navy Band is currently auditioning for percussionistsin the Concert/Ceremonial Band. Starting salary is $56,628-$64,656, plus benefits. Applications are due by Jan. 3, 2014 and auditions will be held Jan. 13, 2014. The U.S. Navy Band is the…
Frank Godla of Meek Is Murder: “Our Hope/Our Home???
Watch an exclusive Modern Drummer video of Frank Godla playing “Our Hope/Our Home” from Meek Is Murder’s new album, Everything Is Awesome Nothing Matters, out October 22. To read Frank’s ModernDrummer.com Blog, go here. And for more with Frank…
