Podcasts
Host John DeChristopher goes in-depth with the biggest names in drumming
Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 133: Tony Royster Jr, Organic Odd-Time Patterns, Sabian FRX Series, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike discuss April 2018 cover artist Tony Royster Jr, who is currently the touring drummer for pop star Katy Perry. The education segment focuses on how to make odd-time patterns feel more organic and smooth.…
Episode 132: Eric Harland, When to Use (or Not to Use) Ghost Notes, Doc Sweeney Myrtle Snare, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike discuss modern jazz/fusion great Eric Harland. The education segment focuses on ghost notes, including the hosts’ thoughts on how to decide when or when not to use them. Up for review is a 5.75x14…
Episode 131: Keio Stroud, Optimizing Your Practice Time, Bucks Co. Semi-Solid Birch Kit, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss drummer Keio Stroud of top country band Big & Rich. The education segment focuses on how to get the most of out of simple beats by varying the types of ghost notes being…
Episode 130: Ulysses Owens Jr, Bebop Syncopation, Dream Naughty Saucer, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss rising star jazz drummer Ulysses Owens Jr. The education segment focuses on how to use the book Syncopation to play in the style of Elvin Jones. Up for review is the Naughty Saucer…
Episode 129: 2018 Readers Poll Winners, Drum Mixing Basics, Ddrum Dios Drumset, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike rundown the winners in the 2018 Modern Drummer Readers Poll. The education segment focuses on the basics of drum mixing. Up for review is the revived Dios series from Ddrum. After fielding a few…
Episode 128: Zach Danziger, Snare Depth Analysis, Sugar Percussion Snares, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike crack open the March 2018 issue and discuss cover artist Zach Danziger, whose latest experiments involve controlling video edits and audio effects in real time from a hybrid electronic/acoustic drumset. The education segment focuses…
Episode 127: Favorite Drummers on Instagram, Practicing New Ideas, DW and Vater Reviewed, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike share some of their favorite drummers on Instagram. The education segment focuses on different ways to practice new ideas to transition from technical exercises to musical applications. Up for review is the throwback Low…
Episode 126: Weak Hand Exercises, Questlove, Meinl Pure Alloy Hi-Hats, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike share some of their favorite exercises for developing strength, speed, and control with the weaker hand. The featured artist is hip-hop drumming pioneer Questlove, who’s best known for his work with the Roots and…
Episode 125: Sonny Emory, Placing the Backbeat in Odd Times, Beier Snares, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss legendary pop/R&B drummer Sonny Emory (Earth Wind & Fire, Bette Midler, Steely Dan, etc.). The education segment focuses on different ways to place the backbeat in 3/4 and other odd time signatures. Up…
Episode 124: Matt Wilson, the Moeller Method, Hendrix Perfect Ply Drums, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss February 2018 cover artist, modern jazz great Matt Wilson. The education segment focuses on the popular drum technique known as the “Moeller Method.” Up for review is a walnut Perfect Ply drumset by…
Episode 123: The 2017 Wrap-Up Show
In this episode, Mike and Mike take a look back at 2017 and discuss a few of the drummers they feel have made the biggest impact in the past twelve months. They also discuss some highlights in drum and cymbal…
Episode 122: The New Pornographers' Joe Seiders, Three-Note Grouping Variations, Focusrite Scarlett 18i20, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss January featured artist Joe Seiders of the Canadian rock band New Pornographers. The education segment focuses on different ways to be creative with three-note patterns. Up for review is the Scarlett 18i20 audio…
Episode 121: 311’s Chad Sexton, Favorite Paradiddle Exercises, SJC Paramount Series, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss January featured artist Chad Sexton of alt-rockers 311. The education segment focuses on the hosts’ favorite ways of practicing paradiddles. Up for review is the new Paramount series drumset from SJC. After fielding…
Episode 120: Taylor Hawkins, Linear Drumming Basics, Dream Energy Series Crashes, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss January cover artist Taylor Hawkins of rock megastars Foo Fighters. The education segment focuses on the basics of linear drumming. Up for review are some new additions to the Energy series from Dream.…
