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David Sandström of Refused: “New Noise" Drum Cam Video
When Swedish experimental hardcore band Refused offered MD Online a chance to host a video focusing on David Sandström playing the track “New Noise” at a recent concert, we were thrilled to oblige. The band, which reformed a couple years…
David Sandström of Refused: “New Noise" Drum Cam Video
When Swedish experimental hardcore band Refused offered MD Online a chance to host a video focusing on David Sandström playing the track “New Noise” at a recent concert, we were thrilled to oblige. The band, which reformed a couple years…
Episode 56: Learning Licks, Jimmy Chamberlin, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike go through their strategies for learning and internalizing new licks on the drumset. The featured artist is Smashing Pumpkins’ Jimmy Chamberlin, and the gear review section focuses on Beier’s unique 6.5x15 steel snare. After…
Episode 55: Charting Songs, Alex Rudinger, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss various ways to chart songs for gigs, sessions, and lessons, and then they talk about up-and-coming progressive metal drummer Alex Rüdinger. In the gear review section, Dawson goes over the limited edition Modern…
Episode 54: Developing a Drum Solo, Zildjian S Family, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss several techniques for developing a musical drum solo. The featured artist is former Violent Femmes drummer Victor DeLorenzo, who is currently leading a creative duo called Nineteen Thirteen. The gear review section focuses…
Navene Koperweis of Entheos: “Neural Damage" Drum Playthrough
The October issue of Modern Drummer magazine, which features, among many other stories, an interview with ex–Animals as Leaders drummer Navene Koperweis about his new band, Entheos, won’t be on sale for a couple weeks. But this playthrough video of…
Episode 53: Larnell Lewis, Tama Superstar Classic, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike ways to be more creative on the drumset, and then discussion Modern Drummer cover artist Larnell Lewis of the fusion/R&B band Snarky Puppy. In the gear review section, Dawson shares his experience with the…
Backbeats - Woodstick Groove 2016
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2016 issue, which is available here. Backbeats Woodstick Groove 2016 This past April, Groove Music for Youth and the Emerald Queen Casino held their annual nonprofit drumming…
Video Lesson! Groove Contraction, Creating Tension and Release
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2016 issue, which is available here. Rock Perspectives Groove Contraction Creating Tension and Release by Aaron Edgar Groove contraction can create rhythmic tension and release. Similar to…
Video Lesson! Groove Contruction, Part 5: Ghost Notes Using an Ostinato Approach
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2016 issue, which is available here. Rock 'N' Jazz Clinic Groove Contstruction Part 5: Ghost Notes Using an Ostinato Approach by Jost Nickel Ghost notes are an…
Video Demo! Tama Superstar Classic Drumset
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Tama Superstar Classic Drumset Competitively priced with a nod to the past and tones for the contemporary. Tama’s all-maple…
Video Demo! Zildjian - S Family Cymbals
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Zildjian S Family Cymbals A new B12-bronze lineup with broader musical scope. After two years of research and development,…
Video Lesson! Hearing the Click on the "E"
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2016 issue, which is available here. Strictly Technique Hearing the Click on the "E" Shifting the Metronome to Improve Time by Powell Randoph In this lesson, we’ll…
Episode 52: Building Hand Speed, Twenty One Pilots’ Josh Dun, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss their favorite exercises for developing hand speed. This week's featured artist is Josh Dun of the popular rock/pop duo Twenty One Pilots. In the gear review section, Dawson discusses the Porter & Davies…