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New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival 2025
New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival is a one-of-a-kind experience. The festival includes all genres of music including Jazz, Blues, Rock, Country, Hip-Hop, Reggae, Zydeco, Bluegrass, Jam-Band, Alternative-Rock, Brass Band, and New Orleans’ own Mardi Gras Indians. In 2019 the…
Matt Cameron Departs Pearl Jam After 27 Years
In a move that marks the end of a significant era in rock history, Matt Cameron has officially parted ways with Pearl Jam after nearly three decades behind the drum kit. Both Cameron and the band issued statements on social…
VAN HALEN’S ‘BALANCE’ EXPANDED EDITION CELEBRATES 30 YEARS WITH UNRELEASED TRACKS WITH MODERN DRUMMER LEGEND ALEX VAN HALEN
Rock fans and drummers alike have reason to celebrate this summer as Rhino Records announces the arrival of Van Halen’s “Balance (Expanded Edition)”—a deluxe reissue of the band’s multi-platinum 1995 classic. Landing August 15 on 2LP, 2CD, and Blu-ray, the…
Steve Smith & Vital Information NEW PERSPECTIVE 2025 East Coast Tour
Steve Smith & Vital Information featuring Steve Smith on drums, Manuel Valera on keyboards and Janek Gwizdala on bass, embark on an East Coast Tour starting Thursday, June 19 at Jimmy’s Jazz and Blues Club in Portsmouth, NH followed by…
German Jazz Prize 2025
The German Jazz Prize 2025 delivered more than a celebration of sonic artistry—it became a powerful reminder of the transformative role drummers play in pushing jazz forward. This year’s winners include two artists who have not only redefined the contours…
José Luis “Changuito” Quintana: The Eternal Pulse of Cuban Drumming
On June 6th, the world of music lost one of its most powerful voices. José Luis “Changuito” Quintana wasn’t just a master percussionist—he was the heartbeat of a generation, the visionary who reimagined how rhythm could tell stories, move bodies,…
EDDIE VEDDER AND EARTHLINGS, GREEN DAY AND HOZIER LEAD OHANA FESTIVAL 2025
ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCES BY KINGS OF LEON, CAGE THE ELEPHANT, LEON BRIDGES, RAINBOW KITTEN SURPRISE, GARBAGE, WET LEG, AND MORE! SEPTEMBER 26 – SEPTEMBER 28 DOHENY STATE BEACH, DANA POINT, CA TEN CLUB PRESALE TUESDAY, APRIL 29 AT 10AM PT GENERAL…
SF Jazz
SF Jazz’s annual “Give the Drummer Some” took place April 10-13th. This four-day event was hosted by pianist Joe Warner, and took place in SF Jazz’s Joe Henderson Lab. Each night Warner and bassist Taurus Mateen played two sets of…
Zak Starkey Reflects on Departure From The Who After Nearly 30 Years Behind the Kit
In a heartfelt message shared this week, longtime Who drummer Zak Starkey addressed his unexpected departure from the legendary rock band—a group he’s been associated with since the mid-1990s. The news comes as a shock to many fans, especially considering…
Former Judas Priest Drummer Les Binks Dies at 73
James Leslie Binks, best known as the powerhouse drummer behind Judas Priest's late '70s era, has died at the age of 73. The news of his passing was confirmed over the weekend, with tributes pouring in from fans and fellow…
Ash Soan with Snow Patrol
Snow Patrol played their first Los Angeles shows in three years, March 25th and 26th at the Wiltern Theater. Since their last L.A. show there was a lineup change with bassist Paul Wilson and second drummer, Johnny Quinn departing the…
Matt Sorum with Rock for Responders
Kings of Chaos’ Matt Sorum brought together an all-star cast of musicians for an extra special concert in San Pedro, CA. WIth the incredible Battleship IOWA - an iconic naval legend dating back to WWII - as a backdrop, Rock For Responders…
Remembering Clem Burke: A Drumming Legend Who Moved with Heart, Power, and Purpose
The world of music has lost one of its most dynamic drummers. Clem Burke, best known as the thunderous heartbeat behind Blondie, passed away on Sunday at the age of 70 after a private battle with cancer. His passing leaves…
Billy Cobham's Time Machine celebrates over 50 years at the Blue Note NYC
Legendary Jazz/Fusion drummer Billy Cobham played at the Blue Note NYC for a 6 night run (2 sets) March 18th through March 23rd. Cobham’s Time Machine band consists of bassist Will Lee, keyboardist Oz Ezzeldin, and horn section Randy Brecker…
