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VIDEO LESSON: Build a Beat! A Step-by-Step Approach

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2015 issue, which is available here. Basics Build a Beat! A Step-by-Step Approach to Creating Unique and Interesting Grooves by Rich Redmond Over the years, my experiences…

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Jul 30, 2015

VIDEO LESSON: Grooving in Form, Part 2: AABC

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2015 issue, which is available here. Rock & Jazz Clinic Grooving in Form Part 2: AABC by Mike Johnston In our previous lesson (July 2015), we learned…

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Jul 30, 2015

VIDEO DEMO: RBH Drums Americana Jump Kit

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up RBH Drums Americana Jump Kit Impossibly big and rich tones from a tiny grab-and-go setup. Virginia Beach–based RBH Drums…

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Jul 30, 2015

VIDEO DEMO: Paiste PSTX Series Cymbals

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Paiste PSTX Series Cymbals Affordably priced, trashy effects hats, stacks, and crashes, plus a couple of calm, cooling bells.…

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Jul 30, 2015

VIDEO DEMO: Craviotto Johnny C. Series Snare Drums

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Craviotto Johnny C. Series Snare Drums “Affordable” was never a word associated with the king of steam-bent shells…until now.…

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Jul 30, 2015
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VIDEO LESSON! Progressive Drumming Essentials, Part 3: Polyrhythmic Grooves

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2015 issue, which is available here. Rock Perspectives Progressive Drumming Essentials Part 3: Polyrhythmic Patterns by Aaron Edgar Last month we learned some of the theory behind polyrhythms,…

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Jul 30, 2015

On the Beat With Robert Garza of Shattered Sun: Rockstar Energy Mayhem Festival Spotlight

How’s it going, Modern Drummer reader? My name is Robert Garza, and I play drums for a band called Shattered Sun out of Texas. We are a melodic metal band with thrash influences, as well as uplifting chorus, riffy guitars,…

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Jul 10, 2015

Daru Jones Mini-Doc and GC Signing

Check out this mini-documentary on July 2015 Modern Drummer cover artist Daru Jones. And New York–area fans, mark your calendars; on August 20 the Jack White/Ruff Pack drummer will be doing a performance/signing at Guitar Center’s Union Square location. To…

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Jul 9, 2015

VIDEO LESSON! Pataflafla Hemiolas: Straight and Alternating Versions Over Half-Note Triplets

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the August 2015 issue, which can be purchased at: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-fuj Strictly Technique  Pataflafla Hemiolas Straight and Alternating Versions Over Half-Note Triplets by Bill Bachman This month we’re going to…

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Jun 30, 2015

VIDEO LESSON! Progressive Drumming Essentials, Part 2: Demystifying Polyrhythms

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the August 2015 issue, which can be purchased at: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-fuj Rock Perspectives Progressive Drumming Essentials Part 2: Demystifying Polyrhythms by Aaron Edgar Polyrhythms, which are two contrasting subdivisions played…

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Jun 30, 2015

VIDEO DEMO! Bone Custom Mineral Maple Drumset

This excerpt is taken from the complete review that appears in the August 2015 issue, which can be purchased at: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-fuj Product Close-Up Bone Custom Drums Mineral Maple Drumset Strong visual aesthetics with the tones to back it up. Although…

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Jun 30, 2015

VIDEO DEMO! Zildjian FX Series Spiral Stacker

This excerpt is taken from the complete review that appears in the August 2015 issue, which can be purchased at: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-fuj Product Close-Up Zildjian FX Series Spiral Stacker Inspiring, funky sounds delivered in compact sizes. Seizing on the current trend toward…

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Jun 30, 2015
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VIDEO DEMO! Product Close-Up: Fidock 6x13 Heartbreaker Series Snare

This excerpt is taken from the complete review that appears in the August 2015 issue, which can be purchased at: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-fuj Product Close-Up Fidock 6x13 Heartbreaker Series Snare The crème de la crème of one of Australia’s finest tonewood connoisseurs. Fidock…

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Jun 30, 2015

VIDEO DEMO! Get the Most Beat for Your Buck: 4 Options for Building a Primo Snare Collection on a Workingman’s Budget

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the August 2015 issue, which can be purchased at: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-fuj Shop Talk Get the Most Beat for Your Buck 4 Options for Building a Primo Snare Collection on a…

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Jun 30, 2015
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