MD Podcast
Modern Drummer is the world’s most widely read drum magazine, is dedicated entirely to the art of drumming and caters to the needs of amateur, semi-pro, and professional drummers.
MD Podcast Episode 234: Virgil Donati, Real Vs. Sampled Tracks, Dream Earz DB-10X IEMs, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike dive deep into the extensive discography of modern prog-fusion master Virgil Donati. The education segment focuses on comparing real versus sampled drum tracks in pop music. Up for review is a pair of ten-driver…
MD Podcast Episode 231: 6/8 Vs. 3/4, Chris Johnson, Gretsch Brooklyn Standard Snare, and More
Episode 231: 6/8 Vs. 3/4, Chris Johnson, Gretsch Brooklyn Standard Snare, and More In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss the relationship between 6/8 and 3/4 time and how they teach them. The featured artist is pop/R&B drummer Chris…
MD Podcast Episode 229: World Rhythms 101, Ilan Rubin, Tama S.L.P. New-Vintage Hickory Drumset, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike share some of their favorite rhythms from around the globe that they feel are essential study for working drummers. The featured artist is Ilan Rubin, who most recently toured with Angels & Airwaves and…
MD Podcast Episode 228: Drum Sounds Through the Years, Dialtune Snare, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike share what they consider to be the definitive drum sounds of each decade, from the 1950s to today. Up for review is an innovative new snare drum by Dialtune that incorporates a sophisticated cable…
MD Podcast Episode 227: NAMM Show Recap, Maximizing Stickings, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike recap their experience at the NAMM Show, with special attention paid to their personal gear highlights. The education segment focuses on ways to get the most out of sticking patterns when applied to the…
MD Podcast Episode 226: Neil Peart Tribute, NAMM Preview, Mapex Versatus Kit, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike pay special tribute to legendary progressive rock drummer Neil Peart, who passed away on January 7 from brain cancer. Up for review is a stunning Mapex Black Panther Versatus drumset, which is designed to…
MD Podcast Episode 223: Year-End Wrap-Up, 2020 Predictions, Shopping Lists, Gunnar Olsen, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike look back at some highlights of 2019 and take a shot at predicting what could be trending in 2020. They also offer suggestions on how to spend holiday cash on some much-needed drum gear.…
MD Podcast Episode 221: Listener Questions Galore
In this episode, Mike and Mike catch up while Johnston is on location in Los Angeles to film a ton of educational and promotional content for Gretsch and Vic Firth. The entire hour is dedicated to answering questions submitted by…
MD Podcast Episode 217: 2020 Drummer Draft, Manu Katché, Tama Starclassic Walnut Birch Drumkit, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss legendary pop/session drummer Manu Katché, who recently released an instrumental contemporary jazz album called The Scope. For the main segment, Mike and Mike choose fantasy drummer squads for 2020. Up for review is…
MD Podcast Episode 216: Tool’s Danny Carey, Modern Vs. Vintage Drums, Dynamicx Snares, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike crack open the December 2019 issue and discuss cover artist Danny Carey of legendary modern rock band Tool. The education segment focuses on the differences between modern drums and vintage drums. Up for review…
MD Podcast Episode 213: Gavin Harrison, Hand and Foot Rolls, Creative Percussion Accessories, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss November 2019 featured artist Gavin Harrison, who has been one of three touring drummers in prog-rock legends King Crimson since 2014. The education segment focuses on a few ways to develop smooth hand/foot…
MD Podcast Episode 212: Patrick Keeler, Yamaha Snares, Ancient Rudiments, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike crack open the November 2019 issue and discuss cover artist Patrick Keeler of chart-topping rock band Raconteurs. The education segment focuses on the first part of a series of articles on ancient European rudiments.…
MD Podcast Episode 211: Hal Blaine Classic Tracks, Half-Time Shuffles in Five, Canopus Solid Bronze Snare, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike take us on a brief tour through famed studio drummer Hal Blaine’s extensive discography. The education segment focuses on some ways to play a half-time shuffle in 5/4, starting with the beat funk/fusion great…
MD Podcast Episode 209: Father John Misty’s Dan Bailey, Inverted Paradiddle-Diddles, Paiste 2002 Extreme Crashes, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss touring/session drummer Dan Bailey, who recently released a very informative online master class on drum tuning and recording, called “The Bailey Method.” The education segment focuses on some simple and musical ways to…
