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Manny Pedregon of the Ransom
Hello readers of MD! It’s an honor to be featured “On The Beat.” I have always enjoyed reading Modern Drummer, and it’s awesome to share my story with you. My name is Manny Pedregon and I’m from the border town…
Lee Finkelstein of the Blues Brothers and Funk Filharmonik
Talking About Musical Heroes, Records, and Bands “You can come over to my house any time with that backbeat,” says guitarist John Tropea. “Lee’s band Funk Filharmonik reminds us of why we all started playing music in the first place,”…
Dan Wojciechowski of Peter Frampton Band
Talking About Touring, New Album, and More Peter Frampton Band’s latest album All Blues is a collection of Frampton’s favorite blues classics and was recorded with his longtime touring band, made up of Adam Lester (guitar/vocals), Rob Arthur (keyboards/guitar/vocals)…
Peace And Love with Ringo On July 7, 2019 Entry Deadline is June 25th!
https://vimeo.com/337518261 To the Modern Drummer Subscriber Family! “We’re Going to a Party, Party!” (And YOU could be our guest.) Here's your cha-cha-cha-chance to celebrate with Ringo Starr on his birthday, July 7, in Los Angeles, California. One lucky Modern…
Dave Watts of The Motet
Talking About Improvisation and Latest Album Hello MD readers! It’s an honor to be writing this “On The Beat” for Modern Drummer. I have been reading the magazine since 1980 and have MD to thank for introducing me to some…
Gregg Potter of the Buddy Rich Band
Shares Latest Shows and Honors Hello Modern Drummer readers! The last time I had the honor of gracing the MD “On The Beat” was back in January 2012. “Welcome Back Potter!” For you new readers, I have been the drummer…
Third Richardson of Mindi Abair and the Boneshakers
Photo by G. Barber Talking About Band Camaraderie, Awards, and Projects Hello MD readers! It’s quite possible that many of you, like myself, have memories of running to the local music store to grab the latest monthly issue of Modern…
Josh Roossin of the Jacks
Photo by Charlie Meister On His Mental Approach, Process, and Gear Hello MD! Josh Roossin here and I play drums in the LA-based rock n’ roll band the Jacks. I’m writing this “OTB” in Columbus, Ohio after playing the DWP…
Enter To Win This Beautiful Sonor Kit
Sonor Teardrop drums from the 1950s and ’60s are some of the most sought-after vintage drumkits. Utilizing rounded bearing edges, new Vintage Series drums represent the return of the “old Sonor sound.” This five-piece Sonor Vintage Series drumset in Red…
