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Host John DeChristopher goes in-depth with the biggest names in drumming

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Episode 49: Ostinatos, Craig Blundell, Sabian Vanguards, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike define what an ostinato is and how they've practiced them on the drumset. The featured artist is UK-based drummer Craig Blundell, who's currently touring with Steve Wilson of Porcupine Tree fame. In the gear…

Modern Drummer
Jul 8, 2016

Episode 48: Jay Weinberg, Adding Textures, Ddrum Reflex Kit, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike crack open the August 2016 issue of Modern Drummer and discuss cover artist Jay Weinberg of the legendary metal band Slipknot. In the education segment, the hosts discuss their thoughts on adding different textures…

Modern Drummer
Jul 1, 2016

Episode 47: Practicing on Pillows, Derico Watson, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss the benefits of practicing on different surfaces. The featured artist is fusion/jazz/R&B great Deric Watson. In the gear review section, Johnston shares his experience with the affordable Audio-Technical AE3000 microphone. After fielding a…

Modern Drummer
Jun 24, 2016

Episode 46: Notation Basics, Jost Nickel, Bone Essence Kit, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike go over some basics of drum notation and discuss how they use it with their students. The featured artist this week is the great German drummer Jost Nickel. In the gear review section, Dawson…

Modern Drummer
Jun 17, 2016

Episode 45: Learning Songs, Paiste Big Beats, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike talk about some of the songs they've transcribed note for note and discuss the benefits of such practice. Then they dig into their processes for making drum videos and synching audio. The featured artist…

Modern Drummer
Jun 10, 2016
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Episode 44: Compression, Dunnett Snares, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss compression and how it's used on drums for recording. The featured artist is producer/drummer/songwriter Greg Wells, who's interviewed in the July 2016 issue of Modern Drummer. In the gear review segment, the hosts…

Modern Drummer
Jun 3, 2016

Episode 43: Carter McLean, Flowing Between Subdivisions, MD 40th Anniversary Cherry Snare, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss their favorite drum clips they found online this week, and then they talk about their approach to flowing between subdivisions in solos and fills. The featured artist is Carter McLean of The Lion…

Modern Drummer
May 27, 2016

Episode 42: Teaching Beginners, Claus Hessler, Doc Sweeny Snares, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss how they structure a student’s first few drum lessons, and they talk about German drummer Claus Hessler, who is featured in the June 2016 issue of Modern Drummer. In the gear review section,…

Modern Drummer
May 20, 2016

Episode 41: Groove Construction, Jimmy Branly, Masterwork Cymbals, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss Cuban-born/LA-based monster drummer Jimmy Branly, who's featured in the June 2016 issue of Modern Drummer. The hosts then discuss their approach to constructing a groove to a new song. Johnston demos the Modern Drummer 40th-Anniversary…

Modern Drummer
May 13, 2016

Episode 40: Listener Questions, Peter Erskine, Kumu’s Limited Series Kits, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss June Modern Drummer cover artist Peter Erskine and answer a few listener questions. In the gear review segment, the hosts share their thoughts, opinions, and experiences with Finnish drum company Kumu’s new Limited…

Modern Drummer
May 6, 2016

Episode 39: Independence Over Foot Ostinatos, Two-Mic Recording and Mixing, Modern Drummer’s 40th Anniversary snares, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike field a few listener questions, and then Johnston gives a detailed rundown of his two-mic recording and mixing process. In the education segment, the hosts discuss their thoughts and opinions on building independence over…

Modern Drummer
Apr 29, 2016

Episode 38: Listener Questions, Dawson’s Two-Mic Setup and Mixing Process, Paiste Signature Combo Crisp Rhythmatist Hi-Hats, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike answer more listener questions and then dig into Dawson’s two-mic setup and mixing process. The hosts then talk about which living drummer they'd like to take a lesson with and why. In the gear…

Modern Drummer
Apr 22, 2016
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Episode 37: Paradiddle-Diddle Rudiment, NYC-Based Session Drummer Ron Thaler, Paiste Ride Cymbals, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike answer a few listener questions, discuss the paradiddle-diddle rudiment, and talk about featured artist, NYC-based session drummer Ron Thaler. Up for review are two Paiste ride cymbals, and the show concludes with the hosts'…

Modern Drummer
Apr 15, 2016

Episode 36: Bass Drum Mics and Miking Techniques, Abe Cunningham, Canopus Solid Brass and Harvey Mason Signature Snares, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike field some listener questions before discussing their favorite bass drum mics and miking techniques. The featured artist is Abe Cunningham of modern-rock band Deftones. In the gear review section, Dawson shares his experience with…

Modern Drummer
Apr 8, 2016
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