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Terry Bozzio and Tom Shelley Clinic Tour

Universal Percussion president and founder Tom Shelley and drummer Terry Bozzio team up for February 2013 clinics. Date Location Venue/Info February 3, 2013 Natrona Heights, PA Drums N Moore, 1832 Union Ave. 724.895.3055 February 4, 2013 Eastlake, OH Stebal Drums,…

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Jan 8, 2013

Liberty DeVitto, Ricky Byrd and friends rock NYC’s Cutting Room in an All-Star Line-Up To Present Hurricane Sandy Benefit Concert on Friday, January 25

Giving back to his hometown, which was battered by Hurricane Sandy, Ricky Byrd and Rockers In Recovery have united to present an all-star concert aiding those affected by the superstorm. The concert will take place on Friday, January 25 at…

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Jan 8, 2013

Mad Dogs & Dominos to Perform at the Highline Ballroom

  Mad Dogs & Dominos (formerly 'Delaney and Bonnie and Their Famous Friends') Featuring an all-star tribute to the music and musical tree of Delaney & Bonnie, Derek and the Dominos, Joe Cocker, George Harrison, Leon Russell, and their creative roots.…

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Jan 7, 2013

Bobby Z's Benefit 2 Celebrate Life w/Bobby Z & Friends

Bobby Z & the American Heart Association proudly present the 2nd annual Benefit 2 Celebrate Life The event will feature Bobby Z and his friends, including "Princess" (featuring Maya Rudolph & Gretchen Lieberum), QuestLove, André Cymore, Dex Dickerson, Dr. Fink,…

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Jan 7, 2013

The Incredible Simulators to Perform the Music of the Beatles, ft. Marshall Crenshaw, Glen Burtnik & Liberty DeVitto

Marshall Crenshaw and Glen Burtnik first met in the cast of the original Beatlemania - Crenshaw in the role of John Lennon and Burtnik in the role of Paul McCartney. Liberty DeVitto is best known for providing the beat behind…

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Dec 28, 2012
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Gregg Bissonette Hosts First-Ever Drum Groove Camp March 15th - 17th in Thousand Oaks, California

Register now for this exclusive three-day, hands on drum camp and receive a free one-month subscription to DrumChannel.com. Be one of the first to register and receive Gregg's latest DVD Yesterday * Today * Tomorrow. Gregg Bissonette (Ringo Starr & His All…

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Dec 28, 2012

Philly Drum Project presents Beats, Brews, & Banter, an Open-Drum Hangout

Philly Drum Project’s monthly event, Beats, Brews, & Banter, will continue on Monday, January 7th at Roosevelt’s Pub at the corner of 23rd and Walnut in Philadelphia. The event will run from 7-9pm and feature an 'Open-Drum' format. Philly Drum Project members…

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Dec 27, 2012

Keith Carlock, Jimmy Herring, Wayne Krantz, Michael Landau, and Etienne Mbappe Form New Band the Ringers

Group To Debut With Five Shows In February Tour Hits Athens, Charlotte, Raleigh, New York, and DC Jimmy Herring, Wayne Krantz, Michael Landau, Keith Carlock, and Etienne Mbappe will be performing as the Ringers, debuting in early 2013. This super-group…

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Dec 20, 2012

LAMA College For Music Professionals Hosts Drum Recording Workshop

Teachers Include Grammy Winner Al Schmitt and Uli Frost; Limited Space Available LAMA College for Music Professionals has announced details for its upcoming drum recording workshop on February 2, 2013 from 9:00am to 5:00pm ($199; $149 for LAMA students). The workshop…

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Dec 19, 2012

Gator Cases - Vinnie Paul Cymbal Case Contest

Gator and legendary drummer, Vinnie Paul, are teaming to give away a Gator Cases Deluxe Cymbal Backpack autographed by Vinnie himself. One runner-up will win an autographed 8x10 photo of Vinnie. Winners wil be randomly selected on 12/21/2012 (contest open…

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Dec 18, 2012

Guitar Center's Drum-Off Finals To Feature Live Performances By Gadd, Blackwell, Carlock, Heyward, King and More!

Top Undiscovered Drummers In The Country Compete In The World’s Premier Drum Competition, Plus An Evening Packed With Performances By The Drumming Elite The Legendary Steve Gadd will be honored at the Drum-Off Grand Finals with an induction to Guitar…

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Dec 18, 2012

Paiste Facebook Photo Contest 2012

  Paiste invites drummers to become a part of their “Expression Wall of Fame” at the 2013 Winter NAMM Show in Anaheim, California, with a chance to win prizes.   Contest Rules  Participants are asked to submit their best photo…

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Dec 13, 2012
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Ed Cassidy of Spirit Passes Away at 89

Ed Cassidy, a founding member of the Los Angeles–based rock group Spirit, passed away on December 6 at age eighty-nine, in San Jose, California. Cassidy was born on May 4, 1923, and was around two decades older than his Spirit…

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Dec 13, 2012

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Announces 2013 Inductees

28th Annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony to Air on HBO on May 18th At a press conference on December 11, at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist and 2012 Rock and Roll…

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Dec 11, 2012
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