Herlin Riley
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.
Words of Wisdom, Quotes of the Year
Modern Drummer is proud to be talking to all the notable drummers making a joyful noise in 2025. We are happy to put a spotlight on the drummers from Slipknot to Shakira, and from Neil Young to NOFX. It’s great…
Out Now August 2025
Modern Drummer is spotlighting new recordings that have the drums at the center of their sound. These recordings might be drummer-led, or just include high-quality, special, or unique drumming and musical performances from the drummer and/or musicians in the band. This…
The Gumbo Groove Herlin Riley: Playin’ the Street He’s On!
A few months ago, Modern Drummer started a series of feature interviews called the Gumbo Groove with Mark Griffith’s interview with Johnny Vidacovich. For this next part in the series, we feature a conversation between drummer and Professor of Percussion…
Recordings: Taking The Reins
Herlin Riley's new outing as a leader, Justin Faulkner with Branford Marsalis, a Michel Petrucciani Trio vault recording featuring Roy Haynes, Vinnie Colaiuta and Steve Gadd with Randy Waldman, and more.
April 1995 - Volume 19 • Number 4
In this Issue: Herlin Riley, Paul Bostaph, Gary Mallaber TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
