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.
Your Voice
Each month, as we prepare content for the current issue of Modern Drummer, we post a drumming-related question at our online outlets, sort through responses from MD readers and social media followers, and print some of the answers in our…
Drums From Above
A photographer focuses on a way to shoot pro drummers that is certain to appeal to the Erector Set kid in all of us.
Dams of the West’s Gabriela Jimeno and Chris Tomson
Roles flip, as the drummer for the indie-rock hitmakers Vampire Weekend steps out from behind the kit to front his own project while recruiting an established solo artist, frontwoman, and drummer to handle his grooves live. TO READ THE FULL…
Oceans Ate Alaska’s Chris Turner
In a genre that’s seemingly dominated by speed, power, and, in some cases, deep sample libraries, a metal drummer tears up the blueprint, shatters technical boundaries, and refines his own voice. And he wants you to do the same. TO…
Eddie Fisher
The members of OneRepublic have seen their share of highs and lows in the music business. But one constant throughout the band’s lengthy hit-filled run is the hooky beatmaking of its longtime drummer. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO…
10 Reasons to Love Bev Bevan
There likely weren’t many impassioned “Where’s Bev?” cries at the several dozen shows Electric Light Orchestra founder Jeff Lynne performed as “Jeff Lynne’s E.L.O.” during 2015 and 2016, and that’s understandable. Though longtime drummer Bev Bevan formed the Electric Light…
Jess Gowrie on Chelsea Wolfe’s Hiss Spun
Drummer and singer reunite on one of the more highly anticipated albums of the year.
Live and Learn: A Health Insurance Primer for Musicians
With all of the uncertainty surrounding how federal and state governments will be approaching health care law in the future, it’s tempting to throw up your hands and shout, Wake me up when the dust settles! Unfortunately, the vast majority…
Samba Drumming - Applications and Attitude
The Brazilian samba rhythm is one of the most popular feels in the world. It’s an infectious groove that’s especially popular among dancers, but also among musicians in the jazz field and beyond. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO…
Show & Studio — Chris Parker: A Day In The Life of a Studio Drummer
Ever wonder what an average day is like in the life of a studio drummer? TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
