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Drum Instructor Sam Ulano Passes

Sam Ulano, a beloved yet controversial player and instructor who Modern Drummer readers will recognize from the many ads he ran in the magazine over the years, passed away last week, at the age of ninety-three. MD published an interview…

Modern Drummer
Jan 8, 2014

Twist and Shout: Soul Legends Celebrate the Beatles

Twist and Shout: Soul Legends Celebrate the Beatles, at the legendary Apollo Theater on 253 West 125th Street, is one of the star-studded charity concerts being held as part of NYC Fab 50: Celebrating the Music of the Beatles 50th…

Modern Drummer
Jan 6, 2014

Rock Drummer Vinny Appice to Conduct Online Master Class

Legendary rock drummer Vinny Appice will conduct an online master drum class at GoDpsMusic on Saturday, January 11, 2014, 1 to 3 pm (PST). Appice has powered the rhythm of bands such as Black Sabbath, Dio, Heaven and Hell, Ozzy…

Modern Drummer
Jan 6, 2014

February 2014 Issue of Modern Drummer Featuring Marky Ramone

(on newsstands January 7, 2014) On the Cover Marky Ramone He’s the original punk-rock drummer—but his career actually started years earlier, in the beloved proto-metal band Dust. And he’s still as tough as nails.   FEATURING UPDATE • The Devil Wears Prada’s Daniel Williams •…

Modern Drummer
Jan 2, 2014

Super Vibes Jam Descends on Asbury Park

Many of the world’s greatest jazz vibraphonists will perform a free vibes jam at the Dauphin Grille on Saturday, January 4, 2014, in conjunction with the second World Vibes Congress. Featured artists include Gary Burton, Stefon Harris, Joe Locke, Tony…

Modern Drummer
Dec 31, 2013
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Ricky Lawson Passes

Ricky Lawson, the veteran drummer who worked with Michael Jackson, Steely Dan, the Yellowjackets, Phil Collins, Quincy Jones, and Earth, Wind & Fire, among other top artists, has passed away. Look for a full tribute to Ricky in an upcoming…

Modern Drummer
Dec 27, 2013

Guitar Center's Drum-Off Celebrates 25 Years With An All-Star Line-Up

Chad Smith, Steve Ferrone, Chris Dave, Ray Luzier and more perform live as the top 5 undiscovered drummers in the country compete for the title of Guitar Center’s Drum-Off Champion  Tickets for the January 18 finals are available now. Starting…

Modern Drummer
Dec 20, 2013

Classic Rock & Roll Artists Record Song to Benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Celebrated musicians from the history of rock & roll recently joined talents to record “If I Had the Time (I Could Change the World).” Available now, fifty cents from each download will benefit the work of St. Jude Children’s Research…

Modern Drummer
Dec 19, 2013

Chris Deaner, Drummer of the Band +/- [Plus/Minus], Makes Drum Stems of the New Album Available As “Catalyst??? for New Music

The group +/- , who will be releasing their fifth album, Jumping the Tracks, next February 4, are making drummer Chris Deaner’s drum tracks available to musicians wishing to use them for their own music projects. Deaner will be publishing…

Modern Drummer
Dec 18, 2013

Ray Ayotte Returns to Ayotte Drums After Fifteen Years

Ayotte Drums is proud to announce that Ray Ayotte has returned to the company he founded thirty years ago. In his new role, as ambassador to the Ayotte brand, Ray Ayotte will also be involved in product development and marketing.…

Modern Drummer
Dec 17, 2013

Joey Jordison Leaves Slipknot

Slipknot announced today that it has split with drummer Joey Jordison. In this recently conducted video interview, Jordison tells Modern Drummer about the recording and writing process for his project Scar the Martyr. For more from Joey check out the…

Modern Drummer
Dec 13, 2013

EVENT - Celebrating the Life & Music of Legendary Drummer Chico Hamilton

EUPHORIA Presents Celebrating the Life & Music of Foreststorn “Chico" Hamilton, featuring Chico's longstanding Euphoria ensemble with Paul Ramsey (bass), Evan Schwam (flute + reeds), Jeremy Carlstedt (drums + percussion), Mayu Saeki (flute) & Nick Demopolous (guitar). Chico Hamilton passed away…

Modern Drummer
Dec 10, 2013
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January 2014 Issue of Modern Drummer Featuring Abe Laboriel Jr.

(on newsstands December 3, 2013) On the Cover Abe Laboriel Jr. Paul McCartney’s bold new album is but one topic we explore with the drummer, whose powerful desire for true interaction has made him one of the most magnetic musical…

Modern Drummer
Dec 3, 2013

Carlos Vega Memorial Birthday Concert

The sixteenth annual Carlo Vega Memorial Birthday Concert will take place on December 8, 2013 at 8 pm at Cafe Cordiale. This year’s concert will feature several different drummers playing tribute to Carlos, in a variety of styles. The line…

Modern Drummer
Nov 27, 2013
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