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Listen to the Drumming: Great Tracks From MD’s February 2016 Issue
Our latest Playlist includes tracks from cover artist Adam Deitch and Lettuce, the Chick Corea Quartet, Fleetwood Mac, Jethro Tull, Mastodon, Refused, New Order, and more incredible artists featured throughout the pages of the February 2016 issue of Modern Drummer…
On the Beat With Ed Francis of Rhythm Workshops: A Magical Music Mission
Happy drumming everyone! My name is Ed Francis (Mr. Ed) and I’m the cofounder and executive director at Rhythm Workshops as well as a drum coach at Round Rock Drums—I have the best job(s) in the world. Rhythm Workshops (a…
On the Beat With Sean Heenan of Attila: Crazy Hot Days on the Warped Tour
What’s up, Modern Drummer readers? My name is Sean Heenan and I play drums for the band Attila. I’m super stoked to be given the chance to write this “On the Beat” for Modern Drummer, so I’d like to start…
On the Beat With Andrew Campanelli of the Revivalists: Talking Go-Go Rhythms and Men Amongst Mountains
Hello Modern Drummer readers. My name is Andrew Campanelli. I play drums and write songs for the Revivalists. I’ve been learning from articles and exercises in Modern Drummer since I was ten so it’s a huge honor to be included…
On the Beat With Jeff Mozingo and the Awaken Project: Saving Lives
Wow, what an honor to connect with the MD family and share what playing drums is allowing us to do to save lives. I’ve lived in the St. Louis area my entire life (go Cardinals!), and I’ve played drums since…
On the Beat With Frankie Valli’s Craig Pilo: Getting and Keeping the Gig
Hi, it’s been a few years since I checked in with Modern Drummer, so it’s really great to be back and punch in with fellow drummers and like-minded individuals to share a few ideas! I teach part time at the…
On the Beat With Chris Reeve of Filter: Connecting and Creating Relationships
Chris Reeve (photo by Anna Sklavos) What’s up, Modern Drummer readers? I’m Chris Reeve, drummer for the band Filter. It’s an honor to be featured on here. This has been the most intense year of my life—getting the call to…
Video Lesson! Progressive Drumming Essentials, Part 5: Incorporating Odd Groups Into Grooves and Fills
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the November 2015 issue, which is available at here. Rock Perspectives Progressive Drumming Essentials Part 5: Incorporating Odd Groups Into Grooves and Fills by Aaron Edgar One of my…
VIDEO DEMO: Pearl Wood Fiberglass Drumset
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the November 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Pearl Drums Wood Fiberglass Drumset The innovative hybrid shell that defined the company forty-plus years ago is back…and better…
On the Beat With Dennis Bryon of the Bee Gees: You Should Be Dancing
Hello everyone in MD land! I’m happy to tell you a bit about my experience drumming for the Bee Gees. I played drums with the Bee Gees on all recordings, television, and tours from 1973 to 1980. That included playing…
On the Beat With Jamie Morrison of Stereophonics: Following Your Heart and Instinct
Hello, I’m Jamie of Stereophonics. When I was kid I bought every drum magazine, every drum video, and I had drum lessons every week and I practiced obsessively. To put it simply, I was dedicated to becoming the greatest drummer…
Video Lesson! Necessary Ruffness: Make Your Grooves Percolate With Subtle Doubles
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the October 2015 issue, which is available here. Basics Necessary Ruffness Make Your Grooves Percolate With Subtle Doubles by Rich Redmond The ruff is an essential rudiment that’s directly related…
Video Demo! Product Close-Up: DTS 6.5x14 Oscar Seaton Hybrid-Shell Snare
This excerpt is taken from the complete review that appears in the October 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up DTS 6.5x14 Oscar Seaton Hybrid-Shell Snare Marrying birch with maple for ultimate clarity and depth. DTS, or Drum Tech…
Video Demo! Product Close-Up: Angel Black Wenge Segment-Shell Drumset
This excerpt is taken from the complete review that appears in the October 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Angel Black Wenge Segment-Shell Drumset Rare African hardwood meets Eastern European ruggedness. Angel is a Hungarian company that prides…
