Edition is one of the hottest acts in show business today, taking the R&B market by storm and making some crossover inroads onto the pop charts. This high-energy group, composed of five young men from Boston and inescapably reminiscent of the early Jackson 5, is currently touring sold-out arenas across the world. Providing the drive for the music behind the singing and dancing is Danny Donnelly, a young drummer who already has some solid experience behind him, and is now making the most of this new opportunity. Modern Drummer had the chance to speak with Danny following a recent performance in New York City. RVH: When did you actually begin touring with New Edition? DD: January of ’85. This tour will extend through December of ’85. Then, we’ll take a short break, after which we’ll do Europe and Japan. RVH: You’re based in L.A. How did you get the gig […]

February 1986 Issue