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Emil Richards
What Los Angeles studio percussionist refers to his equipment, an assortment of over 650 percussion instruments from around the world, as his "collection"? TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Using the Right Size Equipment for the Job
From my many clinics and solo appearances in the U.S. and in other countries, I have had the opportunity to hear literally scores of big-band drummers and observe their equipment. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Rock Perspectives - Three Beats
The following two examples are simple hand/foot patterns that can be put together as one. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Shure - MOTIV Series Mobile Recording Devices
iOS and USB solutions for musicians looking to document on the go.
Jazz Drummer's Workshop - Relative Tempo
Wind instrumentalists work on relative pitch by listening to intervals (the distance between two notes) over and over again, in an effort to develop the ability to play with good intonation. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG…
My Prized Possessions
Commemorating multiple generations in woodworking with three one-of-a-kind stave snares.
New Gear from Zildjian, Auralex, RBH Drums, Agazarian, Sonor, Aquarian, and Vic Firth!
Check out the latest gear from Zildjian, Auralex, RBH Drums, Agazarian, Sonor, Aquarian, and Vic Firth. Includes low volume add-ons, acoustic panels, anniversary snares and more! TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Favorite Clyde Stubblefield Track?
This past February 18, funk pioneer and renowned James Brown drummer Clyde Stubblefield passed away. To coincide with this month’s tribute to the innovator , we asked our social media followers to name the tracks they think stand out from…
Accent Conversions
Most students would like to fly effortlessly around the drum set at high speed producing a dazzling array of solos and fills. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Thanks From Steve Smith
I would like to express my deep appreciation to my drumming peers that voted for me in the 2017 Modern Drummer Readers Poll. It has been an eventful year for me, with the Journey tours and being inducted into the…
Between the Buried and Me live album, Drum Trek method book, and more
Between the Buried and Me live album, Drum Trek method book, and more TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Up and Coming — Go-Go's Gina Schock
"In high school, when my friends would get money, they'd buy make-up and clothes. I'd buy records and drum heads. I was a peculiar child, I guess." TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Gil Sharone’s Wicked Beats Book
September 2015 MD cover artist Gil Sharone has built a career around his ability to navigate numerous styles in a convincing and authentic manner. If you don’t know him from his day gig with Marilyn Manson or his stint in…
