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Modern Drummer 2017 Readers Poll Winners
The universally lauded multi-genre legend joins Hall of Fame, another contemporary giant sweeps three categories, and Neil Peart returns. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Mastodon's Brann Dailor
Mastodon's discography follows a linear pattern, where each release moves into new sonic territory, making it a time capsule of sorts. Although this approach has earned the group a loyal and diverse following, it's a challenge to accurately explain a…
Simon Kirke
The Free and Bad Company cofounder releases a solo album that reaffirms his place in the top tier of rock drumming, as well as his stature as a solo artist to be reckoned with. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE…
Steve Gadd - The Innovator
In a career defined by technical innovation, multi-genre groove mastery, and studio perfection, he's never forgotten that, no matter the setting, it always boils down to basic human connectivity. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Double Play: David Peters, Bobby Campo of Le Roux
While the plight of the drummer is strenuous enough in Los Angeles and New York, it is almost impenetrable for those living in various other parts of the country, which is most often the case. While the opportunities are surely…
Gil Moore: The Drums of Triumph
As drummer with the rock band Triumph. Gil Moore is conscientious about his art, stating that in order to expand technically, it is most beneficial to experiment with a diversity of musical styles. Moore is also very attentive to his…
Famoudou Don Moye: Drawing on Tradition
The Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians (AACM) is an organization that was formed in Chicago by a group of African-Americans led by Muhal Richard Abrams. The organization was designed as an alternative to the traditional music business institutions…
Hal Blaine
To chronicle the career of Hal Blaine is an almost awesome task. The office walls of his Hollywood Hills home are adorned with gold records that span the last two decades of music, such memorabilia as a mounted "thank you"…
Seth Raush - The Drummer Behind Little Big Town's Big Hit Record
I’ve been a friend and fan of Seth Rausch for more than a decade. His deep pocket is undeniable to anyone who’s ever heard him play, and he’s the consummate professional and a devoted family man. I’ve been fortunate to…
Pedrito Martinez
The Cuban-born percussionist has been slowly building his profile in the States since waving goodbye to his homeland fifteen years ago and settling in New York City, where his local performances have become the gig to catch. Today, the buzz…
Paul McCartney's Abe Laboriel Jr.
His personality is big yet intimate, just like his drumming. And now, with the release of his first-ever solo recording and a singularly experimental Paul McCartney album, it’s a perfect time to get to the bottom—the deep, booming bottom—of his…
In The Studio-On The Road with RICK MAROTTA
Rick Marotta was born January 7, 1948 in New Rochelle, New York. And, apparently, he was also horn to play drums. For without any formal training, Marotta's natural "feel" for the instrument has made him one of the world's most…
Rod Morgenstein
When Rod Morgenstein was growing up he heard the saying, "There are musicians, and drummers." Now, as the driving force behind the musically diverse Dixie Dregs, he lays that distinction to rest. The 27 year old is trained in piano…
GEORGE MARSH - Exploring Self-Awareness
There is a rare group of people in the world of percussion that are called "drummer's drummers". George Marsh is a member of that prestigious group. George Marsh is an honest person who not only was very thoughtful and articulate…
