In proofing this month’s Modern Drummer, I saw a theme. It was an unconscious theme, but a theme none-the-less. Changes. It’s not just a great Yes song, a timeless David Bowie song, or a classic Buddy Miles song. Nor is it (only) the chords to a jazz standard we’re learning… Change or changes are a fact! This month, all four drummers that are interviewed Shannon Larkin, Joe Farnsworth, Louie Palmer, and Danny Schreiber all talked a great deal about change in their drumming careers and lives. Shannon Larkin’s band is changing. Godsmack has recorded their last record (but they will continue touring,) Shannon is starting a new side-project, and he is thriving in his sobriety. Jazz Drummer Joe Farnsworth has recently lost several important musical mentors. Joe is embracing change in his music, his musical direction, and his drumming. Louie Palmer moved from the UK to the USA to advance […]