Features
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.
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
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
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
Maxwell's Chris “Daddy” Dave
Unworldly technician, deep soul stirrer, sonic explorer, studio heavy…Chris "Daddy" Dave is all these things—and so much more. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Univers Zero’s Daniel Denis
He works without the aid of repeatable systems or even written notation. A veteran art-rock drummer leads in his own special way. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Black Tide's Steven Spence
As a teenager, Black Tide’s drummer wanted to get good, fast. Now twenty, he’s proven just how much you can accomplish if you put your mind to it. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
MxPx's Yuri Ruley Interview February 2010
On MxPx’s second collection of covers, the renowned punk band finally gets to interpret the ’80s their way. Our hero on translating U2, the Clash, the Descendents, and the Ramones. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Reggae Great Larry McDonald
It may have taken him decades to finally release an album as a leader. But the conga master has spent his time well. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
What Do You Know About: Richie Hayward
Time loves a hero. Forty years of Little Feat recordings and a constant stream of intriguing guest appearances have made Richie Hayward a big favorite among the drummer cognoscenti. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Bill Rieflin
Bill Rieflin is a drummer more by circumstance than design. And he certainly never aimed for a career as a hired gun for artists on the fringe. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Modern Drummer 2020 Readers Poll Winners
It's that time of year again, when the drummers of the world show love for the most compelling players of the past twelve months. Find out how your favorites did. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Sepultura’s Eloy Casagrande
From fourteen-year-old Undiscovered Drummer contest winner to one of the world's premier heavy-rock forces, it's been quite a ride for the Brazilian powerhouse. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Wilco’s Glenn Kotche
There's no other band in the world that sounds quite like Wilco. And there's no other drummer in the world that sounds quite like Glenn Kotche. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
10 Reasons to Love Jimmy Cobb
When it came to pure, solid swing feel as deep and wide as the ocean, no one matched Jimmy Cobb. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
