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.
MD Podcast Episode 208: JD Beck, Zimbabwean Rhythms, Woodland Percussion Snares, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss rising star JD Beck, who is featured in the October 2019 issue of Modern Drummer. The education segment focuses on a handful of Zimbabwean drumset grooves played by James Austin Manyungwa on the…
MD Podcast Episode 207: Richard Spaven, Craviotto Heritage Snare, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss the unique beat-making skills of September issue featured artist Richard Spaven. Up for review is a sweet 6x14 solid maple Heritage series snare by Craviotto. After fielding a few listener questions, the show…
MD Podcast Episode 206: Teaching Kids, Practicing Fills, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike tackle another stack of listener questions on a variety of topics, including music theory, practice habits, keeping inspired, and more. Show Notes Subscribe to Modern Drummer - Get All Access MikesLessons.com subscription Dawson’s Patreon…
MD Podcast Episode 205: Gretsch Badge History, Listener Questions, Snare Drum Giveaway, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike begin the show by going over the history of the Gretsch drum badge, starting with the original round design and moving forward to the stop sign and square varieties before returning back to the…
MD Podcast Episode 204: Billie Eilish's Andrew Marshall, "Soul Vaccination," Canopus Snares, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike discuss September 2019 featured artist Andrew Marshall, who is currently touring with alt-pop superstar Billie Eilish. The education segment focuses on how to use David Garibaldi's classic groove to the song "Soul Vaccination" to…
MD Podcast Episode 203: Session Great Nir Z, Superimposing 4/4 in 3/4, Roland TM-1, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike crack open the September 2019 issue and discuss cover artist Nir Z, who’s been at the top of the studio scene for the past twenty years. The education segment focuses on ways to superimpose…
MD Podcast Episode 202: Walk the Moon's Sean Waugaman, Assessing Speed Goals, Solid Drums Stave Snares, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike wrap up their discussions of the August 2019 issue with a segment on featured artist Sean Waugaman of the alternative pop band Walk the Moon. The education portion focuses on answering the question: How…
MD Podcast Episode 201: Deerhunter's Moses Archuleta, The Hi-Hat Foot's Voice, Sweet Spot Clutches, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss August 2019 featured artist Moses Archuleta of ambient punk band Deerhunter. The education segment focuses on different ways to utilize the hi-hat foot in grooves. Up for review are a few handmade accessories…
MD Podcast Episode 200: P-Funk's Benzel Baltimore, Inverted Double Strokes, Paiste Signature Additions, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss August 2019 featured artist Benzel Baltimore of legendary funk band P-Funk. The education segment focuses on different ways to apply the inverted double-stroke roll to the drumset. Up for review are several new…
MD Podcast Episode 199: Playing Melodically, Anderson Paak, Yamaha Live Custom Hybrid Oak Drumset, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike dive into the August 2019 issue and discuss cover artist Anderson .Paak. The education focuses on Jeff Ryan's "Playing Melodically" article, which explores different ways to orchestrate a single linear pattern. Up for review…
MD Podcast Episode 198: Debbie Knox-Hewson, Seven-Note Groupings, Crush Sublime AXM Drumset, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss July featured artist Debbie Knox-Hewson of garage-pop band Nasty Cherry. The education segment focuses on how to utilize seven-note groupings in a jazz context. Up for review is a Sublime AXM series maple/ash…
MD Podcast Episode 197: Incorporating Buzz Rolls, Storing Gear, Essential Gig Skills, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike field a slew of listener questions on topics ranging from how to incorporate buzz rolls into your grooves and fills to the best way to store snare drums, the most crucial skills for gigging…
MD Podcast Episode 196: Nicko McBrain, Cymbal Chokes, Calderwood Percussion Piccolo Snare, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss July 2019 cover artist Nicko McBrain of the legendary metal band Iron Maiden. The education segment focuses on creative ways to incorporate cymbal chokes into your drumming. Up for review is a funky…
MD Podcast Episode 195: Spare Gig Gear, Up-Tempo Rock, Business Basics, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike dedicate the entire hour to answering a bunch of listener questions. Topics include must-have extra gear on a gig, getting comfortable with up-tempo rock grooves, and some thoughts on handling the business side of…
