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MD Podcast Episode 227: NAMM Show Recap, Maximizing Stickings, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike recap their experience at the NAMM Show, with special attention paid to their personal gear highlights. The education segment focuses on ways to get the most out of sticking patterns when applied to the…
MD Podcast Episode 226: Neil Peart Tribute, NAMM Preview, Mapex Versatus Kit, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike pay special tribute to legendary progressive rock drummer Neil Peart, who passed away on January 7 from brain cancer. Up for review is a stunning Mapex Black Panther Versatus drumset, which is designed to…
MD Podcast Episode 225: Darryl Howell, Sabian HHX Complex Series, the Herta, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss February issue featured artist Darryl “Lil Man” Howell, who has been manning the drum chair with gospel signer Jonathan McReynolds, rapper Nicki Minaj, and R&B artist Maxwell for a handful of years. The…
MD Podcast Episode 224: Eric Harland, 2020 Goals, Modern Vs. Vintage Snares, ddrum Dios additions, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike Dawson kick off the New Year by first outlining some personal and professional drum goals for 2020. The featured artist is modern jazz great Eric Harland, who graces the cover of the February issue…
MD Podcast Episode 223: Year-End Wrap-Up, 2020 Predictions, Shopping Lists, Gunnar Olsen, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike look back at some highlights of 2019 and take a shot at predicting what could be trending in 2020. They also offer suggestions on how to spend holiday cash on some much-needed drum gear.…
MD Podcast Episode 222: More Listener Questions
In this episode, Mike and Mike dedicate another hour to answering a stack of questions submitted by listeners over the past few weeks. Show Notes Readers Poll ballot Start your All Access Subscription Modern Drummer Now! MikesLessons.com subscription options Sponsored…
MD Podcast Episode 221: Listener Questions Galore
In this episode, Mike and Mike catch up while Johnston is on location in Los Angeles to film a ton of educational and promotional content for Gretsch and Vic Firth. The entire hour is dedicated to answering questions submitted by…
MD Podcast Episode 220: Readers Poll Voting, Creative Practice, British Drum Company Snares, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike crack open the January 2020 issue, which includes information on how to vote in this year’s Readers Poll. The education segment focuses on the Teacher’s Forum column in this issue, which discusses author Marc…
MD Podcast Episode 219: Origin’s John Longstreth, Samba Rhythms, NickyMoon 1 Series, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss December 2019 featured artist John Longstreth of the tech-metal band Origin. The education segment focuses on some of the challenging but musical samba rhythms Brazilian drummer Kiko Freitas shares in his latest article.…
MD Podcast Episode 218: PASIC19 Recap, Nashville Session Ace Jerry Roe, Blue Mics, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss December 2019 featured artist Jerry Roe, who has a dual career as a top modern-country session drummer and as a member of experimental art-rock duo Friendship Commanders. Dawson also reports on his recent…
MD Podcast Episode 217: 2020 Drummer Draft, Manu Katché, Tama Starclassic Walnut Birch Drumkit, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss legendary pop/session drummer Manu Katché, who recently released an instrumental contemporary jazz album called The Scope. For the main segment, Mike and Mike choose fantasy drummer squads for 2020. Up for review is…
MD Podcast Episode 216: Tool’s Danny Carey, Modern Vs. Vintage Drums, Dynamicx Snares, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike crack open the December 2019 issue and discuss cover artist Danny Carey of legendary modern rock band Tool. The education segment focuses on the differences between modern drums and vintage drums. Up for review…
MD Podcast Episode 215: Jeff Porcaro, Choosing a Ride Cymbal, Alesis Strike MultiPad, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss what they personally look for in a ride cymbal, and they share input from a special guest. The featured artist this week is legendary pop/rock drummer Jeff Porcaro. Up for review is the…
MD Podcast Episode 214: Mark Guiliana, Exercise for Drummers, Tama Dyna-Sync Pedals, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss November 2019 featured artist Mark Guiliana’s latest album, Beat Music! Beat Music! Beat Music!. The education segment focuses on strength training exercises to improve bass drum speed and endurance. Up for review are…
