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 column is not 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. Bill StewartLive at the Village VanguardBill Stewart drumsCriss Cross Jazz Bill Stewart has made seven wonderful recordings of his own as a leader. This, and the last one (Band Menu) have been saxophone trio outings. Recording a saxophone trio at the Village Vanguard holds a special place in history starting with Sonny Rollins’s trio recordings in […]