As this month’s issue was coming together, I thought of the interesting mix of features that we have. There is no newer and more cutting-edge drummer and producer around today than Butch Vig. His use of electronics with his drumming in the band Garbage, 5 Billion In Diamonds, and The Emperors of Wyoming is truly inspiring and utterly groundbreaking. His creative producing has shaped an entire generation of music. Add to that the fact that he has been working with Roland on the new V Drum Modules and the innovative hi hat and cymbal pads is beyond exciting. Then we have Tony Verderosa introducing us to the new MIDI 2.0. Tony tells us why its creation, applications, and the coordination between all of the companies involved, is one of the biggest musical innovations to come along in 40 years. Daru Jones is back for Part 3 of The Daru Sessions […]