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Joey Kramer

Joey Kramer could be the first superstar to become a "modern-technology studio drummer." With Joey's new Drum Loops And Samples CD set, anyone can now have the legendary Aerosmith drummer's incredible feel on their record or demo. The Rock Icon…

Modern Drummer
Jul 19, 2005

Joey Shuffield of Fastball

Power-pop trio Fastball - bassist/singer Tony Scalzo, guitarist/singer Miles Zuniga, and drummer Joey Shuffield - are clearly excited to have contributed their version of "The Real Me" to the new Who tribute, Substitute, The Songs Of The Who. "This record…

Modern Drummer
Jul 19, 2005

Kevin Franks of Silvertide

Drummer Kevin Frank, singer Walt Lafty, bassist Brian Weaver, and guitarists Nick Perri and Mark Melchiorre of Silvertide created quite a buzz in their hometown of Philadelphia. In fact, the band was so hot, it led to an all-out label…

Modern Drummer
Jul 19, 2005

Drumming With the Velvet Underground, Part 2: Maureen Tucker

(Updated 10.28.2013) Drumming With the Velvet Underground Part 2: Maureen Tucker by Adam Budofsky In Part 2 of our interview with the drummers of the Velvet Underground, originally posted in 2005 and reposted this week on the sad occasion of…

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Jul 19, 2005

Pete Best

Over the years many have claimed the title "The Fifth Beatle." When you think about it, original Beatle drummer Pete Best deserves the tag as much as anyone. The Beatles: The True Beginnings (St. Martins Press), Pete's new book written…

Modern Drummer
Jul 19, 2005
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Web Exclusive Interview: Ringo Starr

At an age where most would be settling back and reaping the rewards of their major accomplishments in life, Richard Starkey, better known to the world as Ringo Starr, is not even thinking about slowing down. In fact, he's exactly…

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Jul 19, 2005

Stan Frazier of Sugar Ray Interview

The SoCal band Sugar Ray, with poster-pinup lead singer Mark McGrath, guitarist Rodney Sheppard, bassist Murphy Karges, DJ Craig "Homicide" Bullock, and drummer Stan Frazier, have definitely proved to all the critics who once labeled them "one-hit wonders" that they…

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Jul 19, 2005

Steve Jordan Interview

Steve Jordan has accomplished more in his drumming career than he ever could have imagined. Of the big names he played with, a short list would include Ashford & Simpson, Chuck Berry, Keith Richards, Sheryl Crow, Stevie Nicks, The Pretenders,…

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Jul 19, 2005

Tommy Lee

"Never A Dull Moment" by Billy Amendola Tommy Lee is in a great mood, and he has every reason to be. His new CD, appropriately titled Never A Dull Moment, has just been released, and it's off the hook! It's…

Modern Drummer
Jul 19, 2005

Trey Anastasio

MD Online caught up with Trey Anastasio to get his thoughts on his new band, Oysterhead, and to gain some insight to the singular Stewart Copeland. MD: What were you thinking the first time you played with Stewart? Trey: He was…

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Jul 19, 2005

Victor DeLorenzo

Singer, songwriter, actor, studio owner, jingle writer, visual artist, and, yes, drummer for the world's most likable band, Violent Femmes, Victor DeLorenzo has long been known as a plier of many creative trades. by Adam Budofsky Among his current canvases:…

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Jul 19, 2005

Zac Hanson

Storming out of Tulsa, Oklahoma with their major-label debut, Middle Of Nowhere, featuring the "Can't get it out of my head" hit "MMMBop," drummer Zac Hanson and his brothers Isaac and Taylor became the biggest-selling teen idols of 1997. Zac,…

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Jul 19, 2005
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An Interview with Jim Keltner

Jim Keltner needs no introduction to Modern Drummer readers. Jim has played with just about everyone in music royalty, and it's no mystery why: Everyone wants Jim's feel-good vibe on their recordings. And if you ever met the man, you…

Modern Drummer
May 24, 2005

Ned Brower of Rooney

I saw the California-based pop band Rooney perform live before I was familiar with their music. Besides featuring some very powerful, tasteful drumming, I found them to be extremely melodic, with hooks that stuck in my head for days after…

Modern Drummer
May 19, 2005
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