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Canopus Type-R Drumset
A deliberately more aggressive-sounding option from Japan’s premier boutique brand. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Dream Eclipse Series Cymbals
After considerable success with the original 21" Dark Matter Eclipse ride, Dream decided to flesh out a full setup of partially lathed cymbals. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Latin-Jazz Great Jimmy Branly
We recently caught up with Cuban-born/L.A.-based drummer Jimmy Branly before a gig at the famed Baked Potato music club. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
John Niekrasz of Method Body
Portland, Oregon, drummer and poet John Niekrasz TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Reflections of My Life
Hi, and welcome to 1970! We editors really enjoy doing these theme issues, and we hope you take as much pleasure from them. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Bobby Drake
He came up through the ranks of the famed Minneapolis rock scene and has been banging it out with celebrated indie rock band the Hold Steady. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Jimmy Chamberlin & William Mohler
Original Smashing Pumpkins Jimmy Chamberlin sits down with William Mohler, who has played with Limp Bizkit, Kelly Clarkson, and Liz Phair in Drummer To Drummer. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Univers Zero’s Daniel Denis
He works without the aid of repeatable systems or even written notation. A veteran art-rock drummer leads in his own special way. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Maxwell's Chris “Daddy” Dave
Unworldly technician, deep soul stirrer, sonic explorer, studio heavy…Chris "Daddy" Dave is all these things—and so much more. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Hatebreed's Matt Byrne Interview February 2010
Bigger toms, ruder cymbals, and a more spacious setup are among the changes the metal powerhouse has made to achieve the sound. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Black Tide's Steven Spence
As a teenager, Black Tide’s drummer wanted to get good, fast. Now twenty, he’s proven just how much you can accomplish if you put your mind to it. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
MxPx's Yuri Ruley Interview February 2010
On MxPx’s second collection of covers, the renowned punk band finally gets to interpret the ’80s their way. Our hero on translating U2, the Clash, the Descendents, and the Ramones. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Reggae Great Larry McDonald
It may have taken him decades to finally release an album as a leader. But the conga master has spent his time well. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
What Do You Know About: Richie Hayward
Time loves a hero. Forty years of Little Feat recordings and a constant stream of intriguing guest appearances have made Richie Hayward a big favorite among the drummer cognoscenti. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
