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Industry Happenings
Michael Kennedy, the longtime drummer with George Strait and the Ace in the Hole Band, passed away last August 31 at the age of fifty-nine. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
A Compact Flyer
“It’s a C&C Super Flyer,” Jónsson says, “with a 7x13 maple/poplar/maple snare, a 16" concert floor tom, and an 8x18 bass drum. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
It Was Twenty Years Ago....
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What’s Your Favorite Dennis Chambers Performance?
Steely Dan’s "Alive in America" is amazing! the perfect groove for the perfect music. “Josie,”“Peg,” and “Babylon Sisters” are all awesome. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Hunt Sales
The rock ’n’ roll survivor opens up about his brutally honest solo debut. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Jake Bundrick with Mayday Parade
Back in the studio, Bundrick is also highly engaged with his bandmates’ needs—as well as those of the producer. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Gretsch — Brooklyn Series Micro Kit
It’s a testament to Gretsch’s world-renowned craftsmanship when a tiny setup like this can be coaxed to produce such deep tones.
Vic Firth — PureGrit and DoubleGlaze Drumsticks and VicWax Stick Wax
For extreme enhancement, the company introduced the antislip Vic Grip for a number of its most popular models. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
DW — Collector’s Series Pure Almond Snare
Almond is a difficult timber to work with, especially for drums, because the trees are thin and they rarely grow above 30 feet.
David Bowie’s Never Let Me Down 2018
Sadly, Bowie died before he could have another crack at the album. But some trusted Bowie associates, including Campbell TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Yamaha — Crosstown Advanced Lightweight Hardware
They’re just as sturdy as steel, single-braced options, yet taken together have over ten pounds less heft.
Agean — R Series Low Noise Cymbals
Agean offers the unique R series cymbals, which are designed for low-volume practice and gigging situations.
Scott Quintana with Kacey Musgraves
“Less is more” for the tasteful Nashville touring and session pro, as he accompanies a chart-topping modern country music star around the world.
