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The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 5: Narada Michael Walden & Greg Errico.
+ Paiste Formula 602 Cymbals product review & more. In this episode Narada talks to Sly and The Family Stone drummer Greg Errico about the origin story of the band, recording sessions, concerts including their epic performance at Woodstock and…
The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 4: David Frangioni & Billy Amendola with Andy Newmark
+ Rob Silverman's Drumology release, Shop Talk - ddrum Dominion Birch. In this episode, MD CEO|Publisher David Frangioni & Editor at Large Billy Amendola talk with session and touring legend Andy Newmark about his career & records. Producer Jack Douglas,…
The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 3: Narada Michael Walden & Will Calhoun.
+ Big Fat Snare Drum product review and more. In this episode Narada chats with Living Colour drummer Will Calhoun to talk about his drumming, influences, and life leading up to 2020 and more. The UPBEAT interview concludes with a…
The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 2: Mike Dawson & DJ Johnson.
Episode 2: Khruangbin's DJ Johnson, Evans UV Series Drumheads, and More In this episode, managing editor Mike Dawson sits down with August 2020 Modern Drummer featured artist DJ Johnson of Houston-based psychedelic funk band Khruangbin to dig deeper into the various topics…
The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 1: Mike Dawson & Thomas Lang.
Episode 1: Thomas Lang, Koide Cymbals, and More In this episode, managing editor Mike Dawson sits down with August 2020 Modern Drummer cover artist Thomas Lang to dig deeper into the various topics that were discussed in his recent feature story in…
Podcast Episode 250: Highlight Show 4
In this fourth and final highlight episode, Mike and Mike cover a range of topics, including plywood shells, phrasing sextuplets with doubles, bass drum mics, the grid system, and how to practice improvisation. This episode is sponsored by Dream Cymbals…
Podcast Episode 249: Highlight Show 3
In this episode, Mike and Mike mine a handful of episodes from the end of 2017 to compile a highlight reel of main segments covering a range of topics, including linear drumming, three-note groupings, paradiddles, the Moeller technique, and backbeats…
Podcast Episode 248: Highlight Show 2
In this episode, Mike and Mike mine a handful of episodes from the second quarter of the show for a highlight reel of main segments covering a range of topics, including bass drum technique, seat height, dynamics, how to use…
Podcast Episode 247: Highlight Show 1
In this episode, Mike and Mike throw it all the way back to the beginning of the show with a highlight reel of the main segments of the first few episodes. Topics include chops versus groove, independence, creativity, drum shells,…
Podcast Episode 246: More Listener Questions
In this episode, Mike and Mike work through a pile of listener questions, covering everything from cymbal selection to defining precision in drumming. Show Notes Modern Drummer subscription MikesLessons.com subscription Mike Dawson's Patreon page Modern Drummer Podcast With Mike…
Podcast Episode 245: Listener Questions Galore
In this episode, Mike and Mike work through a pile of listener questions, covering everything from music schools to affordable bop kit and how to practice playing quietly. As usual, the show concludes with picks of the week. This episode…
Podcast Episode 244: 5 Tips for Motivation, Jimmy Cobb Remembered, Welch Tuning Systems, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike celebrate the life and drumming of jazz great Jimmy Cobb. The education segment focuses on Johnston’s five tips to help you keep motivated during these challenging times. Up for review is an innovative new…
MD Podcast Episode 243: Favorite Studio Albums, Listener Questions, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike share four classic albums they wish they could have been in the studio at the time of the recording to witness the creative process from start to finish. After answering a few audio questions…
Podcast Episode 242: Adam Deitch, Offbeat Stickings, Sabian AAX Additions, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike feature contemporary funk/hip-hop/fusion drummer Adam Deitch, who recently released a new album, Resonate, with his band Lettuce. The education segment focuses on one of Johnston's favorite sticking exercises for strengthening awareness of offbeat 16th…
