Search

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.

Advertisement

On The Cover - Jojo Mayer

His passionate call for artistic dissent may at first seem at odds with his tireless historical research. But everything Nerve’s drummer/leader does and says has a singular purpose: feeding the fire of boundless creativity. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE…

Adam Budofsky
Feb 23, 2017

Catching Up With... Tyshawn Sorey

The top-call jazzer’s output is a never-ending tribute to making the most of whatever materials are at hand. His latest solo collection continues the trend. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

Ken Micallef
Feb 23, 2017

Catching Up With... Tony Palermo

The members of Papa Roach had planned to focus on heaviness for their latest album. But it soon became clear that there was going to be more to the story of F.E.A.R. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS…

Steven Douglas Losey
Feb 23, 2017

Catching Up With... Nikki Glaspie

Just when you think that this groove merchant, who’s worked with Beyoncé and Dumpstaphunk, couldn’t possibly be any funkier, she takes her beats to the Nth Power. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

Robin Tolleson
Feb 23, 2017

Chet McCracken and Keith Knudsen: Takin' It To The Doobies

Keith Knudsen and Chet McCracken, drummers for the popular Doobie Brothers, relate how the advantages outweigh the difficulties working in a two .0drummer situation. The pair also evaluate their own performance styles and preferences within the musical context of the…

by Susan Alexander
Feb 23, 2017
Advertisement

Talking Drums With Joe Cocuzzo

Having worked professionally since the age of 19, Joe Cocuzzo has an abundance of musical knowledge. His respect for and understanding of the drummer's position within the music has prepared him for affiliations with Buddy DeFranco, Gary McFarland, Don Ellis,…

Modern Drummer
Feb 23, 2017

Ed Greene: L.A. Studio Heavyweight

Ed Greene has the distinction of being one of Los Angeles' hottest studio drummers. Greene explains what it's like to work in the studios while trying to keep your personal musical goals alive, and what the responsibilities of a studio…

Story by Robyn Flans
Feb 23, 2017

Morris Lang: N.Y. Philharmonic Veteran

We often think of orchestral musicians us stuffy and snobbish individuals who look down upon the rest of the musical world. If there is anyone to disprove this stereotype, it's Morris "Arnie" Lang, percussionist with the New York Philharmon TO…

by Norbert Goldberg
Feb 23, 2017

Louie Bellson

Louie Bellson   At the root of Louie Bellson's talent lies a wealth of knowledge, perseverance and the hunger for constant improvement. His consistent quest to remain abreast of the times and changes is rewarding to him and his audiences…

Modern Drummer
Feb 23, 2017

Mick Fleetwood - The Power Of Fleetwood Mac

At the helm of Fleetwood Mac, Mick Fleetwood is one of rock's most popular musicians. Fleetwood discusses his drums, the requirements of the recording studio and the importance of playing within your limitations to retain tension within the music. According…

Modern Drummer
Feb 23, 2017

ROY HAYNES: Jazz Legend Still Goin' Strong

A 'natural' drummer, Roy Haynes has played with an array of jazz artists throughout his career, including Charlie Parker, Thelonious Monk, Sarah Vaughan and John Coltrane. Haynes reminisces about the artists he has played with and explains how he approaches…

by Scott Kevin Fish
Feb 23, 2017

Buddy Rich: Revisited

It was four years ago, the January, 1977 premier issue of Modern Drummer, that Buddy Rich graced our cover. Rich is back again, with comments that are inspiring and honest. This exclusive interview is filled with anecdotes tracing Rich's early…

by Cheech Iero
Feb 23, 2017
Advertisement

Rock Drummers Of The 80's

As we move into a new decade, certain trends in contemporary music have already become apparent. To find out more about rock music of the 80's and the style of drumming that it incorporates, we have interviewed Clem Burke of…

by Dave Levine and Gary LeVine
Feb 23, 2017

Rodney Howard - On Tour & On Stage Making It Work

Modern Drummer readers recently spoke loud and clear about their love for New York–based drum sensation Rodney Howard by voting him runner-up in the Pop category of the 2009 MD Readers Poll. Howard’s fashionable flair and passionate playing style have…

Modern Drummer
Feb 23, 2017
Advertisement