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 a high-quality, special, or unique drumming and musical performance from the drummer and/or musicians in the band. This column is not be restricted to only recordings, we will also be spotlighting new books and DVD’s that are being released. We encourage our readers to listen to the recordings that inspire them and keep looking for new musical avenues to explore. You’ll never know what new music you might find inspiring! Listen and learn.   John Scofield – Uncle John’s Band Bill Stewart drums, ECM Records   John Scofield’s musical relationship with drummer Bill Stewart is one of the most special musical relationships in modern music, and Uncle John’s Band shows it (yet again.) Finally, most of Scofield’s many musical directions are captured in one band, and […]

November 2023 Issue