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.
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…
Modern Drummer Announces New Exclusive VIP Meet & Greets And Collaborations For The Modern Drummer Family
Modern Drummer recently announced enhanced offerings to its family of subscribers including eligibility in unique one-off VIP experiences with drum legends and superstars such as Ringo Starr, Jon Bon Jovi & the Kings of Suburbia, and Maná. July 7, 2019 – Join…
John Lum of the Allman Betts Band
Hello Modern Drummers! John Lum here from the Allman Betts Band. You might recognize those names, but more on that later. I was born and raised in Saint Louis, Missouri where I had some great musical influences and drumming mentors.…
Isaac Flynn and Austin Ward of Hembree
Isaac Flynn had always loved being a musician, having played in bands for most of his life while growing up in Kansas. But it wasn’t until he started penning his own songs a few years ago after a previous project…
Bronx/New York Session Drummer Tony Lewis
Talking About Gear, Records, and The Soundtrack To The Innermost Galaxy. Greetings MD people! My name is Tony Lewis and I am a drummer/songwriter from the Bronx, New York, and have been playing now for fifty years. I’ve been fortunate…
Rich Scannella of Jon Bon Jovi & the Kings of Suburbia
Photo © 2013 David Bergman / www.BonJovi.com/prints -- Bon Jovi performs at the Rock in Rio Festival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on September 20, 2013. Talking About Tours and Projects Hello Modern Drummer readers, thanks for checking me out…
Ed Toth of the Doobie Brothers
Photo by Dennis Hines Hello everyone! It’s Ed Toth here, from the Doobie Brothers. I’m about to start my fifteenth year with the band! Pretty crazy when you add the fact that I first saw them when I was nine…
Matt Tecu of Jakob and The Echo In The Canyon Band
Talks About New Movie and Album Hello everyone! Thanks to MD (and Steve Jackson of Pultec for the intro to Billy Amendola) for this “On The Beat.” I’ve been a session/touring drummer in Los Angeles for many years. I’ve been…
Modern Drummer Names Audio Legend David Frangioni As Publisher
Monday, May 13, 2019 – Miami FL — Modern Drummer magazine today announced one of the industry‘s most sought-after drumming aficionados, David Frangioni, will become its new publisher. Frangioni, a musician since age two, used drumming as a form of…
Tikyra Jackson of Southern Avenue
Explains Her Inspiration, Education, and Gear Hello MD! Growing up in a musical family, I had the luxury of watching my parents, brother, and sisters perform gospel music every week at our family church. My sisters and I would sing…
