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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.

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New Gear from Tama, Aquarian, Warm Audio, Pearl, and more!

New offerings from Tama, Aquarian, Warm Audio, Pearl and Gon Bops!

Modern Drummer
May 29, 2019

A Look Back At Phil Collins and New Releases by Andrew Cyrille, Ernesto Cervini, and More!

RECORDINGS Taking the Reins Phil Collins Serious Hits… Live! A Hot Night In Paris Plays Well With Others A look back at Phil Collins’ masterful work onstage, as well as studio collaborations with famous friends. Phil Collins continues his reissue…

Modern Drummer
May 29, 2019

The DrumGarden — Kit Of The Month

The drummer tells MD that the premise for this month’s featured set was to create three distinct kits arranged in a circular fashion to be played from a single seated position.

Modern Drummer
May 29, 2019

John Robinson

Having recorded with a wide range of artists including Steve Winewood, John Fogerty, Michael Jackson, and Bob Seger, John

Modern Drummer
May 14, 2019
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J.M. Van Eaton: Rockabilly Rhythm

Along with D.J. Fontana, Earl Palmer, and Jerry Allison, J.M. Van Eaton ranks as one of the paramount drummers in rock 'n' roll in the 1950s.

by Rob Bowman and Ross Johnson
May 14, 2019

Philadelphia Drum & Percussion, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

When Sam D’Amico closed up shop in 2007, Philadelphia was without a dedicated drum retailer for nearly thirty-five years.

by Patrick Berkery
May 29, 2019

Developing The Weak Hand

One of the most confidence-shattering problems facing any drummer is the realization that one hand just doesn't work right. 

by Ray Fransen
May 14, 2019

Son Of The One-Handed Roll

What has happened is that semantics have created a communication problem. What these teachers refer to as a

by Roy Burns
May 14, 2019

Metallica's Lars Ulrich Interview June 1987

Rather than being dominated by lead guitar and lead vocals, the new

by Albert Bouchard and Deborah Frost
May 14, 2019

Nuggets of Drum Wisdom

In addition to interviewing some of the most cutting-edge drummers on the planet, we also like to check in with some of the living legends of our instrument, those unique personalities who paved the way for us years ago and continue to inspire future generations via their ageless artistry and sage teachings.

Modern Drummer
Apr 30, 2019

What’s Your Favorite ’90s Jazz Drumming Album?

We recently checked in with our readers and social media followers to find out which jazz records from the 1990s featured their favorite drumming performances.

Modern Drummer
Apr 30, 2019
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Matt Halpern on Periphery IV: Hail Stan

For a decade the prolific progressive metal drummer, educator, and entrepreneur has been powering Periphery’s wild time signatures and blazing riff s. We asked the sticksman all about the groundbreaking band’s first self-released title. MD: Where was Hail Stan recorded?…

by Willie Rose
Apr 30, 2019

Aric Improta “Creativity”

“Creativity” is the latest addition to Aric Improta’s impressive collection of online content and the third in his Interpretation Project series.

by Ben Meyer
Apr 30, 2019
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