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Mike Sorrentino
Mike Sorrentino has performed with Joe Lynn Turner, Zebra, Ritchie Blackmore, Allan Toussaint, Mary Wilson, and James Fox, and in Broadway productions of Movin’ Out, Grease, and In the Heights. Sorrentino also played on the Movin’ Out international tour, and…
A World Class Drum Camp in the Heart of Saskatchewan
The Stickman Drum Experience is a multi-day drum camp providing a one of a kind experience for drummers of a wide range of ages and abilities. The main objective of this camp is for players to learn, jam and…
Joe Connolly of Gunnar & the Grizzly Boys
What up, Modern Drummer family! I can’t tell you how excited I was when asked to be a part of the blog. I have been reading Modern Drummer since I was twelve years old! Hope you enjoy getting to know…
25 Great Double-Drumming Tracks
This article originally ran in the February 2007 issue of Modern Drummer magazine. by Adam Budofsky Two drummers working it out, face to face—trading licks, contributing to a massive groove, spurring each other on—it’s one of the great musical…
Twin Cities Custom Drum Shells
Twin Cities Drum Shells and Percussion is a custom manufacturer based in Minnesota that offers a full line of standard, stave, and made-to-order shells, plus wood hoops. tcdrumshells.com
Mastodon’s Brann Dailor on The Hunter: Change Is Good
by David Ciauro Perhaps the Mayans were right after all. The End of Days must be upon us when we live in a world that finds the Atlanta-based metal band Mastodon’s latest album, The Hunter, debuting on Billboard’s top…
Jimi Hendrix: New CDs and DVDs
The Jimi Hendrix Experience: Winterland (4 CDs) Jimi Hendrix: Hendrix in the West (CD) Jimi Hendrix: The Dick Cavett Show (DVD) Jimi Hendrix: Blue Wild Angel: Live at the Isle of Wight (DVD) It was Jimi Hendrix’s overriding artistic…
Three of NYC’s Most Innovative and In-Demand Drummers Plan February 9th Concert at Rockwood Music Hall
Mark Guiliana's "Beat Music", Aaron Comess (w/Teddy Kumpel & Richard Hammond) and Mister Barrington (with Zach Danzinger) Together for $10 Ticket On February 9th in at Rockwood Music Hall, three of New York’s most innovative and in-demand drummers will join…
Matt Nolan Custom Cymbals
March 2012 Product Close-Up Matt Nolan Custom Cymbals by Michael Dawson The U.K. company Matt Nolan Custom is a one-man operation, which was based in the builder’s kitchen before expanding to a separate manufacturing studio. Nolan is dedicated to creating sound…
Noble & Cooley CoolMount Tom Mount
March 2012 Product Close-Up Noble & Cooley CoolMount Tom Mount by Miguel Monroy When most drummers begin the life of a gigging musician, they’re so excited just for the opportunity to play out. As time goes on, however, and they’ve…
Own It! Part 1: Exploring Subdivisions
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZQvRsn4758 March 2012 Rock ’n’ Jazz Clinic - Own It! Part 1: Exploring Subdivision by Mike Johnston Being a full-time drum instructor, it’s my job to make sure my students explore the material that we’re working on in a given…
Souhail Kaspar to Teach at the Mendocino Folklore Camp
Souhail Kaspar has been invited to teach drum and rhythm & movement with the Ziva Emtiyaz at this year's Mendocino Folklore Camp. They would love to see for their first-time appearance at this camp, where you can learn about beautiful music…
Doug Yowell
Hello, MD readers. I’m currently in a session, which is where I spend a lot of time these days. I’m not great at talking about myself, but I’ve had many experiences and I hope this gives a glimpse of what…
Three Events Announced at The Collective
The Collective has announced three events that any drummer would enjoy. Chris Colman, Ignacio Berroa, and Steve Smith will be visiting the NYC school for performances/classes that will be open to students and the public alike. Check out the images below for…
