Modern Drummer is the world’s most widely read drum magazine, is dedicated entirely to the art of drumming and caters to the needs of amateur, semi-pro, and professional drummers.
Studio and Touring Great Jim Gordon
In 1970, Jim Gordon drummed on at least a dozen hit albums... TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Rubix Drums, London, England
Rubix is the newest drum retailer to open in London. It’s a drum store with a difference, whose proprietors are also trying to make a difference. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
West Coast Pop Journeyman Johny Barbata
In the 1970s, Johny Barbata had a very hot hand. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Parliament-Funkadelic’s Tiki Fulwood
Like Black Sabbath, Parliament-Funkadelic was a remarkably groundbreaking unit that released multiple classic albums in 1970, including Funkadelic’s self-titled debut and Free Your Mind…And Your Ass Will Follow and Parliament’s debut, Osmium. Here we discuss their late, great drummer Tiki…
Angie Boylan
Angie Boylan’s Brooklyn, New York–based band, Freezing Cold, was on the... TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Technique Vs. Musicality Remove Yourself and Let Nature Guide You
A lot of drummers like to pit technique and musicality against each other as if they’re polar opposites. But they’re actually very closely related. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Rhythmic Emotion -A Masterclass in Applying Tension-and-Release to Your Drumming
A Masterclass in Applying Tension-and-Release to Your Drumming TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Warren Storm
A new biography pays long-overdue attention to a legendary drummer TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
The Big Beat of Hard-Bop Great Art Blakey
In both deeds and words, Art Blakey was the definition of a dedicated jazz musician, mentor, and musical messenger. His driving, thunderous, and propulsive playing style synthesized the rhythmic approach of West African drumming coupled with American blues. TO READ…
Gregg Bissonette Breaks Down Tower of Power’s “What Is Hip?”
The contemporary studio/touring great gives his take on a classic beat by funk pioneer David Garibaldi. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
The Pretenders’ Martin Chambers
The band’s founding drummer finds himself back on tape for the first TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Welch Tuning Systems Artistry Series Drumset
A smooth, strong, and stable method for tensioning an entire drum with a single key. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
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
