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Metric Modulation

What’s commonly called “implied metric modulation” refers to the auditory illusion that takes place when you apply patterns typically played in one subdivision within another subdivision. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Aaron Edgar
Jan 31, 2020

“Rhythm Basics” Expanded

This is the first lesson in a three-part series that is to be used in conjunction with the “Rhythm Basics” educational pack we produced for the SYNKD customizable rhythm sequencer app. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG…

by Andy Shoniker
Jan 31, 2020

New Gear From Gretsch, Evans, Tama, Yamaha, Canopus, and Rogers

New gear from Gretsch, Evans, Tama, Yamaha, Canopus, and Rogers. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

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Jan 31, 2020

2112 Percussion, Raleigh, North Carolina

Located a few miles outside the center of the capital city, the newly expanded 2112 Percussion is the only drum retail shop in North Carolina and is worth a special trip. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG…

Interview by John Colpitts
Jan 31, 2020

New Releases by Chick Corea, Jeff Denson, Car Bomb, and More

RECORDINGS Chick Corea Trio Trilogy 2 Jeff Denson Between Two Worlds Two new releases feature a fiery and involved Brian Blade. Chick Corea formed and documented his incredible trio with bassist Christian McBride and drummer Brian Blade several years ago,…

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Jan 31, 2020
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Gary Husband’s Drum Videocasts

"I’m just putting in my ten cents to encourage deeper investigation into the vast resource of imagination, which I believe is inside all of us, should we choose to be open to it.” TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO…

By Adam Budofsky
Jan 31, 2020

Yesod Williams of Pepper

There are a million and one things that can go awry while on tour, from the mundane to the absurd to the downright dangerous. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

By Stephen Bidwell
Jan 31, 2020

September 1985 — Jeff Watts

September 1985 - Back Through The Stack

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Jan 31, 2020

Tower of Power’s David Garibaldi

Garibaldi’s classic body-moving tracks expanded the drumset vocabulary, inspiring generations of stick wielders. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Jeff Potter
Dec 18, 2019

Why Do You Do It?

Over the years you’ve no doubt read many a pro drummer or MD columnist espouse the importance of learning as wide a range of styles as possible. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Adam Budofsky
Dec 27, 2019

Acoustic vs. Electronic Drums Plus Other Topics

Modern Drummer readers respond to Danny Carey, Drew Thompson and Shawn Mendes comments from recent interviews. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

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Dec 27, 2019

Grace Potter’s Jordan West

Since leaving her native Fort Wayne, Indiana, for Los Angeles, California, Jordan West has drummed with the likes of Seal and Andy Summers of the Police. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Meredith Ochs
Dec 27, 2019
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Ilan Rubin on The New Regime’s Heart

Ilan Rubin on the New Regime's Heart TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Ken Micallef
Dec 27, 2019

Mapex Black Panther

The Design Lab is what Mapex dubbed its group of drummers, engineers, and designers who contributed ideas and opinions on ways in which the drumset could be improved to maximize its sonic potential. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO…

By Michael Dawson
Dec 27, 2019
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