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.
Steven Adler
Steven Adler is a larger-than-life personality, radiating childlike glee and an infectious warmth. All it took was a slight nudge from MD, and the former Guns n’ Roses drummer was off to the races. Here we present Adler undiluted, as…
Roxy Music The Complete Studio Recordings
From left: Brian Eno, Andy Mackay, Bryan Ferry, Paul Thompson, and Phil Manzanera CD/ALBUM/BOX SET Roxy Music covered so many bases with their music and their live approach that casual observers have often had difficulty grasping their “thing.” And…
The October 2012 Issue of Modern Drummer featuring The Bad Plus' Dave King
(available on newsstands September 6, 2012) Dave King of The Bad Plus Featuring Dennis Wilson Setting Sights: Nate Smith Update Adler's Steven Adler The Figgs' Pete Hayes Influences Bernard Purdie What Do You Know About...? Sweet's Mick Tucker Spotlight Drum Channel Education Concepts—Maximize…
2012 Regina Drum Festival
On the heels of a very successful first year, the Regina Drum Festival is gearing up for a return on September 14 and 15 at the Regina Performing Arts Centre in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. The lineup for the 2012 festival…
Mapex MyDentity Matt Halpern Clinic Tour
Mapex is sponsoring a nine-city clinic tour with Modern Drummer Readers Poll winner Matt Halpern. Matt Halpern will be discussing his approach to playing complex rhythms while maintaining a solid groove, the importance of drum instruction, and how to coexist…
Ryan McNulty of the Ugly Club
Hello, MD community! This is the epic tale of Ryan McNulty of the Ugly Club from New Jersey. I’ve been playing the drums for eighteen years. I’ve played in so many bands and done so many random gigs that it’s…
On-Stage iMount iPad Mounting System
The On-Stage iMount system allows you to attach an iPad to drum/cymbal hardware or a microphone stand and also acts as a protective cover. An 8 mm threaded insert on the rear of the case mates with…
Zoro Receives White House Honor
Zoro, best known for playing with Lenny Kravitz, was recently honored at the nation’s capitol as part of the White House Fatherhood Champions of Change & Convening on Engaging Men and Boys. Zoro was among a select group recognized for…
Rhythm! Discovery Center Joins Smithsonian Magazine’s National Museum Day Live! Free Admission for All Participants
—Experience Interactive Exhibits and Over 150 Percussion Instruments to Play — On Saturday September 29, 2012, Rhythm! Discovery Center, along with 7 other Indianapolis-area institutions, will open its doors free of charge along with over 1,400 other participating venues for…
Matt Carroll of Make Do and Mend
Hey, guys. My name is Matt and I play drums in a band called Make Do and Mend. I’m gonna talk a little bit about our new album, my new drumkit, and my style. We recently wrote, recorded, and put…
Sonor Arena and Session Maple Shell Sets
These new shell sets were designed to offer great tone, quality construction, and beautiful finishes at lower prices. The rock-oriented Arena package features a 16x24 bass drum and 10x13 and 16x16 toms in transparent black-gloss finish. The Session set is…
Allison Busch of Call of the Wild
Hey there! My name is Allison Busch and I love music and playing drums. I’m sure you do too if you’re reading drummer blogs. I play with my best friends Johnny and Max in Call of the Wild. We have…
Aquarian Selects Name for Drumhead Film
After a company-wide contest and endorser input, Aquarian has selected Nu-Brite as the name of its drumhead film. According to co-owner Roy Burns, “This new film is so popular with our endorsers that we decided to give it a special…
Playing With a Band, Part 1: Communication and Form (w/ VIDEO)
Modern Drummer Web Exclusive! Playing With a Band Part 1: Communication and Form by Paul Hose It’s important to make regular eye contact with the other musicians when playing in an ensemble. In particular, focus on the bass player and…
