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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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Sam Anderson with Maylene & the Sons of Disaster

Hello, all, my name is Sam Anderson and I’m an independent drummer and a proud Alabama native. I’ve toured with many different groups, including Meriwether, 10 Years, and Maylene & the Sons of Disaster, who I’m currently on tour with.…

Modern Drummer
May 24, 2011

VIDEO! Jeff "Tain" Watts 2011 Modern Drummer Festival montage

http://youtu.be/fBJCf6E-mRQ In this montage drummer Jeff "Tain" Watts performs at the 2011 Modern Drummer Festival. Modern Drummer’s 2011 Festival was held at Montclair State University in New Jersey on May 21, 2011. Video/Editing by EJ DeCoske and Greg Baldwin for Modern…

Modern Drummer
May 23, 2011

The Set-Up and Jim Riley

View behind the scenes photos of the beginning of the Modern Drummer Festival and Jim Riley's performance. photos and videos by Greg Baldwin and EJ DeCoske

Modern Drummer
May 21, 2011

VIDEO! Jim Riley 2011 Modern Drummer Festival Performance Montage

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3TFuS2k06I In this montage drummer Jim Riley performs at the 2011 Modern Drummer Festival. Modern Drummer's 2011 Festival was held at Montclair State University in New Jersey on May 21, 2011. Video/Editing by EJ DeCoske and Greg Baldwin for Modern…

Modern Drummer
May 21, 2011

More Images from the Modern Drummer Festival

Check out more images from the Modern Drummer Festival 2011! photos and videos by EJ DeCoske and Greg Baldwin

Modern Drummer
May 21, 2011
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More Images from the Modern Drummer Festival (2)

More images from the Modern Drummer Festival 2011.    

Modern Drummer
May 21, 2011

VIDEO! John Riley 2011 Modern Drummer Festival montage

http://youtu.be/Z0iODARGxsY In this montage drummer John Riley performs at the 2011 Modern Drummer Festival. Modern Drummer’s 2011 Festival was held at Montclair State University in New Jersey on May 21, 2011. Video/Editing by EJ DeCoske and Greg Baldwin for Modern Drummer.

Modern Drummer
May 21, 2011

VIDEO! Gil Sharone 2011 Modern Drummer Festival montage

http://youtu.be/iFTqJ_Ebb88 In this montage drummer Gil Sharone performs at the 2011 Modern Drummer Festival. Modern Drummer’s 2011 Festival was held at Montclair State University in New Jersey on May 21, 2011. Video/Editing by EJ DeCoske and Greg Baldwin for Modern Drummer.…

Modern Drummer
May 21, 2011

VIDEO! Trevor Lawrence Jr 2011 Modern Drummer Festival Montage

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eNfXk5uXqOs In this montage drummer Trevor Lawrence Jr performs at the 2011 Modern Drummer Festival. Modern Drummer’s 2011 Festival was held at Montclair State University in New Jersey on May 21, 2011. Video/Editing by EJ DeCoske and Greg Baldwin for Modern…

Modern Drummer
May 21, 2011

Billdidit Coady Clutch

Designed with double bass players in mind, the Coady Clutch allows drummers to drop the top hi-hat cymbal with a simple, easy strike. When used in conjunction with the Coady Trip Arm, the device offers a hands-free drop clutch—just step…

Modern Drummer
May 19, 2011

Roy Burns: Swing Star, Clinic Pioneer, Entrepreneur, And Beyond

Roy Burns has done it all—and done it well. He’s held the throne of numerous big bands. He’s established himself as an in-demand studio player, teacher, and clinician. He’s written numerous drum instructionals. And he’s one of the founding members…

Modern Drummer
May 19, 2011

Adam Gray of Texas in July

My name is Adam Gray, and I play drums for a band called Texas in July. I started playing at a very young age, using pots, pans, and sticks from the woods. At age four I received my first drumkit,…

Modern Drummer
May 18, 2011
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Double Bass Substitute, Part 3: Opening the Hi-Hat

July 2011 Rock ’n’ Jazz Clinic Double Bass Substitute Part 3 : Opening the Hi-Hat by Mike Johnston Watch Mike Johnston demonstrate exercises from part 3 of his Double Bass Substitute article.  

Modern Drummer
May 18, 2011

Yamaha GigMaker Drumsets

Entry-level GigMaker kits come with double-braced hardware and a matching wood snare and are available in five glitter wrap finishes. Constructed with basswood and poplar shells, GigMaker kits are available as shell packs (with either a 20" or a 22"…

Modern Drummer
May 17, 2011
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