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On the Beat With Kim Kicks of Satellite Sky
photo by Jonesy McElroy I’m Kim Kicks, 50% of the band Satellite Sky, with my brother being the other half. When I was a kid, I decided to stop hitting my brother and start hitting the drums. Now we’re…
On Tour with Griffin Goldsmith of Dawes
by Willie Rose This past September, Los Angeles–based indie folk-rock group Dawes released their fifth studio album, We’re All Going to Die, a record teeming with drummer and vocalist Griffin Goldsmith’s deep pocket and solid grooves. The band, which…
Kenny Aronoff Studio Tour!
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the March 2016 issue, which is available here. On The Cover Kenny Aronoff This is one of life’s simple truths: The more you learn, the more you realize how…
Stickings that Rock, Part 1
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the March 2016 issue, which is available here. Basics Stickings that Rock Part 1: From a Hand Pattern to a Groove by Rich Redmond This month we’ll look at…
Video Demo! Natal - Café Racer Series Drumset
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the February 2017 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Natal Café Racer Series Drumset A compact, bop-size kit with a big, buttery sound. Natal was launched in 1965…
On the Beat with Josh Manuel of Issues: Talks Top Ten Most Influential Albums
Hey guys! My name is Josh Manuel and I play drums in the band Issues. I’d like to talk about the ten albums that had the most influence on me as a drummer and musician. I’m going to list…
Video Lesson! The Swampy Double Groove with Rich Redmond
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the January 2017 issue, which is available here. Basics The Swampy Double Groove Grease Up Your Phrases by Rich Redmond With double grooves, the left hand plays every 8th…
Video Demo! DW - Collector's Series Cherry/Mahogany Drumset
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the January 2017 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Drum Workshop Collector's Series Cherry/Mahogany Drumset Deep, pure tones and ultimate clarity. The Collector’s Series is DW’s flagship line,…
Rick Allen of Def Leppard to Exhibit in Wentworth Galleries
Wentworth Gallery is honored to present Rick Allen’s works from his latest collection entitled “Rick Allen: Angels and Icons and the Art of Drums.” Rick’s art, jewelry, and wrapped drums are currently being showcased exclusively in Wentworth Gallery locations throughout…
Calling All Drummers to Join Celebrity Drummers in “Sticking It" to Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer Can Stick It! will host its second annual, family-friendly Drummathon on October 9, 2016 from 10 am to 7 pm at downtown Dallas’ premier outdoor venue, Klyde Warren Park. The organization is calling all drummers, both in DFW…
On the Beat With Brian Dunne of Hall and Oates: Live From Daryl’s House
Photo by Mark Magglio Hey, MD! My name is Brian Dunne and I’ve been playing drums for Daryl Hall and John Oates for the past seven years, as well as being the drummer for the TV show Live From Daryl’s…
Video Demo! ddrum - Reflex Rally Sport Drumset
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the August 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up ddrum Reflex Rally Sport Drumset A great gigging kit with a tricked-out aesthetic. One of the sister companies to…
On the Beat With Charles “Moose??? Allicie of Your Favorite Enemies: The Gift of Being and Belonging
Hi MD, I’m Charles “Moose” Allicie from the Canadian alternative rock band Your Favorite Enemies. Back in April 2006, while I was at a restaurant with some loved ones, my phone rang. I usually don’t answer my phone during those…
Tony Thaxton Returns to the Road with Motion City Soundtrack…One Last Time
by David Jarnstrom It’s not a stretch to say Tony Thaxton’s drumming is just as vital to Motion City Soundtrack’s DNA as frontman Justin Pierre’s infectious melodies and neurotic internal monologue. Trust me—my band shared a Minneapolis practice space…
