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Articles in August 1986

Bill Gibson — Newsbeat

You've probably heard Gibson kicking out the pulse of

by Robin Tolleson
Nov 5, 2018

Breathing And Energy

Energy is, and always has been, very important to drummers.

by Roy Burns
Nov 5, 2018

Ras Micheal — The Roots Of Reggae

Down in Kingston, Jamaica, Ras Michael (Michael Henry) is known as a supreme rootsman.

by Robert Santelli
Nov 5, 2018

Oliver Jackson

There are some people who always sound like they're competing for the title of "world's noisiest drummer."

by Chip Deffaa
Nov 5, 2018

A 20 - Minute Warm-Up

Warming up prior to playing is extremely important for any drummer.

by Mark Hurley
Nov 5, 2018
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Joe Franco — Living The Fantasy

Near the end of the set, the spotlight went to the drummer, as he began his solo. Normally at this point in a Ritz show, the audience unceremoniously heads for the bar, but not on this night.

by William F. Miller
Nov 5, 2018

August 1986 - Volume 10 • Number 8

In this Issue: Steve Smith, Joe Franco, NYC Contractors, RAS Michael, & Bill Gibson

Modern Drummer
Aug 1, 1986

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