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The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 6: Mike Dawson with Glenn Kotche

+ KAT Percussion's Mario DeCiutiss, Shop Talk – Kickboxx Suitcase Drum Set. In this episode Mike Dawson interviews Glenn Kotche of Wilco. Glenn walks Mike thru his Top 10 favorite solo Drum & Percussion albums. The interview concludes with a…

Modern Drummer
Nov 5, 2020

MD Podcast Episode 235: Four-Stage Practice Method, Sugar Percussion Snare Comparison, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike dive deep into the four-stage practice method, which comprises a warm-up, creative exploration, main focus, and musical applications. The gear review segment compares two 6x14 Sugar Percussion snare drums, one made from mahogany and…

Modern Drummer
Mar 20, 2020

MD Podcast Episode 220: Readers Poll Voting, Creative Practice, British Drum Company Snares, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike crack open the January 2020 issue, which includes information on how to vote in this year’s Readers Poll. The education segment focuses on the Teacher’s Forum column in this issue, which discusses author Marc…

Modern Drummer
Dec 6, 2019

MD Podcast Episode 210: Rancid’s Branden Steineckert, Advanced Jazz Soloing Techniques, Roland SPD::ONE WAV Pad, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss drummer Branden Steineckert, who has been playing with legendary punk band Rancid since 2006. The education segment focuses on how to transform the independence exercises in Jim Chapin’s classic book Advanced Techniques for…

Modern Drummer
Sep 20, 2019

MD Podcast Episode 184: Jerry Pentecost, Latin Drumming Essentials, Outside Kick Mics, and More

In this episode Mike and Mike discuss April 2019 featured artist Jerry Pentecost, who has been supporting Americana singer/violinist Amanda Shires since 2016. The education segment focuses on a handful of Latin jazz drumset grooves that every drummer should know.…

Modern Drummer
Mar 22, 2019
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KAT Percussion at NAMM 2015 (VIDEO)

In this video from NAMM 2015, KAT Percussion product manager, Mark Moralez, takes us through what’s new for 2015 from KAT. KAT is introducing the KT4 kit, their most advanced e-kit to date. It features a new chrome rack and…

Modern Drummer
Feb 25, 2015

Drum Workshop Purchases Latin Percussion, Toca Percussion, Gretsch Drums, Gibraltar Hardware, and KAT Percussion from Fender’s KMC Subsidiary

Drum Workshop, Inc. and Fender Musical Instruments have finalized an asset sale agreement to purchase owned and licensed percussion brands from Fender’s KMC subsidiary, including Latin Percussion, Toca Percussion, Gretsch Drums, Gibraltar Hardware, and KAT Percussion. Ovation Guitars and exclusive…

Modern Drummer
Jan 7, 2015

Drumerica Announces 2014 Contest Finalists

Videos to be posted at www.Drumerica.us.   Drumerica, the National Contest For Young Drummers, has announced the names of the 18 finalists in this year’s competition. They are: • Swing/Blues (Groove Essentials Track #23): Chris Chandler • Latin (Groove Essentials…

Modern Drummer
Aug 27, 2014

Drumerica Is Open to All Young Jazz, Rock, Latin, Metal And R&B Drummers

No matter what style of music they play, aspiring drummers can show their talent, skill and personality by participating in the 2014 Drumerica drumming contest. Entry in the newly-created National Competition for Young Drummers is free and open to all…

Modern Drummer
Jul 7, 2014

Enter to Win This Incredible Prize Package From Gretsch, Gibraltar, LP, KAT, and Sabian

All-new Gretsch Marquee 5-Piece Kit Plus a 6.5x14 Aluminum Snare Drum With Wood Hoops The kit features 7-ply maple shells with 30-degree bearing edges and includes an 18x22 bass drum, 7x8, 7x10, and 8x12 mounted toms, and a 14x16 floor…

Modern Drummer
Jun 1, 2014

VIDEO - KAT Percussion NAMM Show 2014 New Gear Coverage

  In this video KAT Percussion's Mark Moralez gives a tour of the KAT booth at The NAMM Show 2014. Kat Percussion began as a small company back in 1985 to make professional e-drum products at the highest level of…

Modern Drummer
Jan 24, 2014
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