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On the Beat with UK Drummer Steve “Smiley” Barnard of the Alarm and Archive: Talks Artists, Albums, and Tours
Hello, my name is Steve “Smiley” Barnard. I’m a UK-based drummer, and I am flattered to share some of my current movements and history with you lovely people at Modern Drummer. I am currently balancing touring and recording duties with…
Web Update News 8/11
Thomas Pridgen is on tour with his band the Memorials. For more info, visit www.myspace.com/thememorialsmusic. Mike Portnoy has a new project called Adrenaline Mob. For more, visit www.mikeportnoy.com. Richard Danielson is on Vintage Trouble’s debut, The Bomb Shelter Sessions.…
Roger Taylor: Queen’s Big Beat
Queen was one of the most influential rock bands of the ’70s and ’80s, and continues to be massively popular today despite the untimely death of lead singer Freddie Mercury nearly twenty years ago. Churning out hit after hit, Mercury…
Jeff Kathan
Six-foot-four powerhouse drummer Jeff Kathan and his two bandmates carefully step into position on the dark stage. The audience ignites, and the announcer introduces one of rock's legendary singers: Paul Rodgers. All night long Kathan passionately kicks the band into…
