Diversity and inclusivity is supremely important in all walks of life… and music. However, this is Modern Drummer, so how we apply those modern ideals to our drumming and music, takes priority here. I am always excited when drummers surprise us with the musical diversity and inclusivity in their listening habits, favorite bands, and drummers. This month is no exception. Would you expect jazz drummer Antonio Sanchez to be praising the song writing skills of Dave Matthews? Then when Antonio says that, “I had nothing but respect for his (Trent Reznor’s) music because Nine Inch Nails are some of the most respected ‘sonic-conceptualizers’ out there,” were you surprised? It is expected that Antonio mentions that Roy Haynes is one of his biggest influences. But when Antonio mentions his favorite soundtrack music from Michael Giaccino, Johnny Greenwod, Hans Zimmer, or John Williams, did you go straight to Spotify to listen to […]