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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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Fusion Star Lenny White

The four-time Grammy Award winner is such a versatile and influential TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Ken Micallef
May 1, 2020

John Niekrasz of Method Body

Portland, Oregon, drummer and poet John Niekrasz TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by John Colpitts
May 1, 2020

Bill Ward: Metal Drumming Godfather

“Oh no, I could never have imagined it,” says Bill Ward with a long pause of disbelief. The drummer is recalling last year, standing alongside his Black Sabbath bandmates, Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler, to receive the revered Lifetime Achievement…

by Jeff Potter
May 1, 2020

The Pretenders’ Martin Chambers

The band’s founding drummer finds himself back on tape for the first TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Patrick Berkery
May 1, 2020

Angie Boylan

Angie Boylan’s Brooklyn, New York–based band, Freezing Cold, was on the... TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Meredith Ochs
May 1, 2020
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West Coast Pop Journeyman Johny Barbata

In the 1970s, Johny Barbata had a very hot hand. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Bob Girouard
May 1, 2020

Cerrone

Whether or not you recognize the name, you’ve likely heard his drumming. Since the 1970s he’s sold more than 30 million records, including the 1977 hit “Supernature.” TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Martin Patmos
Mar 31, 2020

Neil Peart On Record

Through a series of classic records featuring brilliant, cerebral, and yes, busy drumming, Neil Peart ascended to the throne, inarguably becoming the most popular drummer on the planet. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Ilya Stemkovsky
Mar 31, 2020

Neil Peart: The Evolution of a Live Rig

Here we discuss the major evolutionary changes Neil's kit went through by focusing on the setups he sported during the first three, classic Rush live albums plus the unique approach he took during their R40 tour. TO READ THE FULL…

by Ilya Stemkovsky
Mar 31, 2020

Neil Peart, Writer

Like his meticulously constructed drum parts, Peart’s books are the work of an artist paying close attention to detail while he composes something to make you think and also feel. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Ilya Stemkovsky
Mar 31, 2020

Joshua Humlie of We Three

Anyone familiar with the popular television show America’s Got Talent understands the immense pressure on the contestants. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Mike Haid
Mar 31, 2020

Remembering Neil

Some of the worlds greatest drummers and industry members share their memories of what Neil Peart has meant to them. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

Modern Drummer
Mar 31, 2020
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Jimmy Chamberlin & William Mohler

Original Smashing Pumpkins Jimmy Chamberlin sits down with William Mohler, who has played with Limp Bizkit, Kelly Clarkson, and Liz Phair in Drummer To Drummer. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

Modern Drummer
Mar 27, 2020

Hatebreed's Matt Byrne Interview February 2010

Bigger toms, ruder cymbals, and a more spacious setup are among the changes the metal powerhouse has made to achieve the sound. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

By Waleed Rashidi | Photos by Paul La Raia
Mar 27, 2020
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