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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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Hammerax Indigo Suspended Cymbals

Hammerax Indigo suspended cymbals are designed to have a silvery, high yet rich sound. The series consists of 16" and 20" models. hammerax.com

Modern Drummer
Jan 5, 2012

66 Drum Solos forthe Modern Drummer by Tom Hapke

  BOOK/CD LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE $19.99 German drummer Tom Hapke’s newest book is a worthy learning/teaching tool set up to challenge and improve players’ technical facility, independence, and reading ability. Each of the solos or beat examples is spread across just…

Modern Drummer
Jan 4, 2012

Charlie Benante

Charlie Benante The 2011 Big Four tour featuring Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth, and Anthrax solidified Anthrax as both legends and prevailing lords of the mosh, and culminated in a profound hometown show on September 14 at Yankee Stadium. “I think everything…

Modern Drummer
Jan 4, 2012

Zach Danziger tracking “Frank’s Drebin??? for the upcoming album by Mister Barrington

Take a quick peak at Zach Danziger tracking “Frank’s Drebin” for the upcoming album by Mister Barrington. Click here to watch the video for “Rawzz,” from the upcoming second Mister Barrington album featuring Zach Danziger.  

Modern Drummer
Jan 4, 2012

Marcus James of Super Prime

Hello, MD readers! Originally I started out as a piano player, which is a good starter instrument for anyone trying to play music. Rhythms always came naturally to me, but so did melodies, so I was torn between instruments. Obviously…

Modern Drummer
Jan 4, 2012
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Enter to Win One of These Incredible Prizes From Yamaha Drums!

Yamaha Drums Prize Package Contest   Contest valued at over $5,700!   1st Prize: Yamaha Rock Tour 4-pc drum set in Textured Red Sunburst with hardware. The Yamaha Rock Tour can stand up to the rigors of a busy touring…

Modern Drummer
Jan 4, 2012

Gregg Potter with the Buddy Rich Big Band

Hello, Modern Drummer readers, this is Gregg Potter. It’s been a while since I’ve graced the pages or computer screens of MD. This is definitely a high point of any drummer’s existence, being allowed to communicate with the coolest, most…

Modern Drummer
Jan 4, 2012

Kopf Percussion S-Series Snare Cajon

The S-Series snare cajon has a poplar shell with dual playing surfaces made from Baltic birch plywood. Four non-adjustable snares add a crisp snare effect. kopfpercussion.com

Modern Drummer
Jan 3, 2012

February 2012 Issue of Modern Drummer featuring Jeff Hamilton!

Jeff Hamilton Featuring Setting Sights Taku Hirano  Karl Brazil Get Good: Drum Clinics Influences: Charlie Benante Update Journeyman Stephen Chopek Zappa Vaultmeister's Joe Travers The Joy Formidable's Matt Thomas Woodshed Daniel Lanois/Brian Blade's Steven Nistor: Striped Light Studio Taking Care of Business:…

Modern Drummer
Jan 3, 2012

13 Tons Of Heavy

A Baker’s Dozen Of The Best Hard Rock Albums Released Over The Past Year GOD DETHRONED UNDER THE SIGN OF THE IRON CROSS According to God Dethroned’s official website, the band called it quits following the release of this album,…

Modern Drummer
Jan 3, 2012

Rhythm! Discovery Center And Indianapolis Jazz Foundation To Present A Joint Program January 14, 2012.

Date Location Venue/Info January 14, 2012 Indianapolis, IN Rhythm! Discovery Center Rhythm! Discovery Center and the Indianapolis Jazz Foundation present a special discussion and performance on Saturday January 14, 2012 at 1:00pm in recognition of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.…

Modern Drummer
Jan 3, 2012

Modern Drummer Readers' Poll 2012

VOTING FOR THE 2012 MODERN DRUMMER READERS' POLL IS NOW CLOSED. THANKS TO THOSE WHO VOTED. The Modern Drummer Readers' Poll Give It Up for the Drummers Who Rule Each year there are drummers who deserve recognition for their exceptional…

Modern Drummer
Jan 1, 2012
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