2013

Modern Drummer is the world’s most widely read drum magazine, is dedicated entirely to the art of drumming and caters to the needs of amateur, semi-pro, and professional drummers.

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VIDEO - Benny Greb at the 2013 Meinl Drum Festival

Benny Greb performed at last year’s Meinl Drum Festival in Gothenburg, Sweden, and we’d like to share a bit of his appearance with you. To whet your appetite, here’s an excerpt from a 2009 Modern Drummer interview with the great…

Modern Drummer
Feb 24, 2014

VIDEO - Dawud Aasiya-Bey Wins Guitar Center’s Twenty-Fifth Annual Drum-Off

  Starting last August, more than 5,000 drummers from across the country signed up to compete in Guitar Center’s twenty-fifth annual Drum-Off. On Saturday, January 18, five finalists battled it out for the title of Drum-Off champion and a prize…

Modern Drummer
Feb 20, 2014

Photos from PASIC 2013

The Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC) is the largest percussion event in the world, featuring over 120 concerts, clinics, master classes, labs, workshops, panels, and presentations. The convention's International Drum and Percussion Expo is held annually, with more than…

Modern Drummer
Nov 25, 2013

December 2013 Issue of Modern Drummer Featuring George "Spanky" McCurdy

(on newsstands November 5, 2013) On the Cover George "Spanky" McCurdy “I’m always aware of what the fans need and what the artist is trying to do. If I’m coming in, it’s time to go higher, time to upgrade.” Lady…

Modern Drummer
Nov 1, 2013

Vote in the Modern Drummer Readers Poll 2014

Voting in the Modern Drummer Readers Poll 2014 is now closed. Please check ModernDrummer.com for the announcement of the winners in an upcomming issue of Modern Drummer magazine.    

Modern Drummer
Nov 1, 2013
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World’s Fastest Drummer Contest Returns to Summer NAMM

The World’s Fastest Drummer contest is returning to the Summer NAMM Show, which is being held this week at the Music City Center in Nashville, TN. The contest, which consists of two categories: Fastest Hands and Fastest Feet, will be…

Modern Drummer
Jul 8, 2013

Modern Drummer’s 2013 Readers Poll Winners

The results are in for the longest-running, most prestigious drummer poll in the world. Without further ado, here are your winners for 2013.   Bernard “Pretty” Purdie The renowned stylist continues to set an example of soulfulness and strength for…

Modern Drummer
Jun 28, 2013

UPDATED! Product Close-Up: TRX DRK Thunder and BRT Lightning Cymbals

August 2013 Product Close-Up  TRX DRK Thunder and BRT Lightning Cymbals by David Ciauro Vented cymbals are increasingly popular among drummers across numerous genres, from gospel to extreme metal. The vents have a threefold sonic impact, making cymbals sound darker,…

Modern Drummer
Jun 27, 2013

Percussive Arts Society Announces 2013 Hall of Fame Inductees

The Percussive Arts Society Hall of Fame will induct four percussionists, Clifford Alexis, Harold Jones, Dr. Gary Olmstead, and Salvatore Rabbio, during the 39th Annual Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC) being held November 13-16, 2013. The Hall of Fame…

Modern Drummer
Jun 26, 2013

Ringo Starr Show Marks First Major Exhibit Dedicated to a Drummer

  Ringo: Peace & Love to Premier at the Grammy Museum June 12, 2013, and Tour Select Cities Through 2014. The Grammy Museum, in cooperation with Ringo Starr, will debut a major new exhibition, Ringo: Peace & Love, opening on…

Modern Drummer
Mar 6, 2013
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