Mike and Mike Podcast
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.
Episode 67: Gig Bag Essentials, Michael Shrieve, Canopus Snares, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss the gear and accessories they make sure to take with them to every gig. The featured artist is original Santana drummer Michael Shrieve. Up for review is a trio of workhorse snares from…
Episode 66: Ash Soan, Gretsch Hammered Steel Snare, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss Wilco drummer Glenn Kotche’s solo drum composition "Monkey Chant." Then they share some ideas for how to apply the exercises from the classic book Stick Control to the drumset. The featured artist is…
Episode 65: Ralph Peterson, Zildjian Avedis Series, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike share two more of their favorite drum tracks before diving into the topic of practicing and knowing when to move on. Next they crack open the December 2016 issue of Modern Drummer and discuss…
Episode 64: Odd-Time Songs, Dynamics, Yamaha Recording Custom, and More
Episode 64: Odd-Time Songs, Dynamics, Yamaha Recording Custom, and More In this episode, Mike and Mike share two of their favorite odd-time songs, and then they discuss the importance of dynamics in drumming. The featured artist is Halsey/Ryan Adams’ Nate…
Episode 63: Seat Heights, 26" Giant Beat, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike share their thoughts on proper seat height. The featured artist is Paul Wandtke of the metal band Trivium. The gear review section focuses on Paiste's humongous 26" Giant Beat crash-ride. After fielding several audio…
Episode 62: Bass Drum Technique, Brad Wilk, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike dig into the November 2016 issue of Modern Drummer and discuss alt-rock great Brad Wilk and some interesting titanium and bronze snares from Van Kleef. The education topic this week is developing bass…
Episode 61: Will Calhoun, Memorable Drum Solos, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike crack open the November 2016 issue of Modern Drummer and discuss cover artist Will Calhoun (Living Colour). They also talk about what qualities they feel make a drum solo memorable. The gear review…
Episode 60: Drum Tuning, Evans Calftone Heads, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss their different approaches to drum tuning. The featured artist is NYC session drummer/producer Steven Wolf. Up for review are Evans’ new Calftone drumheads. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with…
Episode 59: Kick Pedals, Will Kennedy, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss the various types of bass drum pedals. The featured artist is fusion great Will Kennedy of the band Yellowjackets. The gear review segment focuses on Index Drums’ unique Forest King wooden drumheads. After…
Episode 58: Favorite Drum Tracks, Charles Haynes, Turkish Cymbals, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike talk about a couple of their favorite drum recordings. The featured artist is contemporary pop/R&B/jazz drummer Charles Haynes. Up for review is a unique set of Soundscape series cymbals by Turkish. After answering a…
Episode 57: Building Dynamics, Shannon Forrest, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss the different definitions of dynamics as it relates to drumming, and then they talk about featured artist Shannon Forrest, who is current touring with pop/rock icons Toto. Up for review is the Bosphorus…
Episode 56: Learning Licks, Jimmy Chamberlin, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike go through their strategies for learning and internalizing new licks on the drumset. The featured artist is Smashing Pumpkins’ Jimmy Chamberlin, and the gear review section focuses on Beier’s unique 6.5x15 steel snare. After…
Episode 55: Charting Songs, Alex Rudinger, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss various ways to chart songs for gigs, sessions, and lessons, and then they talk about up-and-coming progressive metal drummer Alex Rüdinger. In the gear review section, Dawson goes over the limited edition Modern…
Episode 54: Developing a Drum Solo, Zildjian S Family, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss several techniques for developing a musical drum solo. The featured artist is former Violent Femmes drummer Victor DeLorenzo, who is currently leading a creative duo called Nineteen Thirteen. The gear review section focuses…
