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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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Italian Vintage Drums and Cymbals

Vintage drum expert Luca Luciano’s book is a fascinating introduction to some of the most unusual drums you’ll likely never see.

by Adam Budofsky
Dec 28, 2017

Matt Wilson - The Ambassador of Unvention

An experienced pursuer of the unfamiliar, and a compassionate leader who’s unafraid to unleash, the eternally curious drummer carves a unique way along his journey of musical discovery—all the while bringing as many of us along as he can. TO…

Story by Willie Rose | Photos by John Abbott
Dec 28, 2017

Steve Gadd

Sometimes, a person becomes noted for something which is merely a by-product of what the person was actually going for. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Rick Mattingly
Dec 18, 2017

Myron Grombacher — Rock 'N' Roll Energy

Seeing Myron Grombacher on stage with Pat Benatar is quite a treat. Aside from being a superb rock drummer—fluid, steady, fluent, tasteful and powerful—he is quite a showman. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Robyn Flans
Dec 18, 2017

The Reggae Drummers

A decade ago, it would have been unthinkable to envision a music form born in the steamy slums of Kingston, Jamaica, becoming one of the more exciting influences on contemporary music. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG…

by Robert Santelli
Dec 18, 2017
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Michael Shrieve — Coming To Terms With Himself

Not long ago, two readers wrote separate letters that said, "I just saw the movie Woodstock. Who was the young drummer playing with Santana?" TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Scott K. Fish
Dec 18, 2017

J.C. Heard

J.C. Heard is relaxing in the living room of his modest apartment in Troy, Michigan. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Mark B. Lipson
Dec 18, 2017

Mike Clark — Tradition In Transition

Oh, yeah, Mike Clark. The fusion drummer, right? Well . . . no (not the Byrds' drummer either, thank you). "I've been playing drums since I was five years old, man," Clark explains with a shrug and a lopsided grin.…

by Chip Stern
Dec 12, 2017

Terry Clarke — Playing In The Right Place

The 1983 science-fiction movie "Strange Invaders", starring Louise Fletcher, has a bar scene in which saxophonist Buddy Tate, guitarist Ed Bickert and drummer Terry Clarke perform on-camera. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

T. Bruce Wittet
Dec 12, 2017

Mark Craney — Pursuing His Art

Just three years ago, at age 27, Mark Craney felt he had reached the peak of his career, with no more goals to attain. Life, with its inevitable twists and turns, showed him he was wrong. TO READ THE FULL…

by Robyn Flans
Dec 12, 2017

Archie Alleyne

The funny thing is, that in some circles, Archie Alleyne is known as a restaurateur. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Katherine Alicia Black
Dec 12, 2017

Earl Palmer

To list Earl Palmer’s contribution to music, records, film and T.V. would take up an exorbitant amount of space. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

Story by Robyn Flans | Photos by Rick Malkin
Dec 5, 2017
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Chad Wackerman - Enjoying All Challenges

We had done a series of sessions. Most of it was adding drums to 'Wendall,' the drum machine, tracks. For some reason Frank wanted to add live drums to the stuff he had already recorded for the new album. TO…

by David Levine
Dec 5, 2017

Terri Lyne Carrington — Coming Of Age

The idea of the "child star" conjures up a dual image. On the one hand you have to admire the talent it took to become a star. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

Story by Scott K. Fish | Photos by Laura Friedman
Dec 5, 2017
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