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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 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.…
MD Podcast Episode 181: Kiko Freitas, Eights and Sixes with Doubles, Rogers USA Dyna-Sonic, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike crack open the April 2019 issue and discuss Readers Poll winner Kiko Freitas, who took home top prize in the “world” category. The education segment focuses on a Bill Bachman article that includes exercises…
MD Podcast Episode 180: Fishbone’s Fish Fisher, Plywood Drum Shell Basics, DW Almond Snare, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike discuss March 2019 featured artist Phillip “Fish” Fisher of the legendary ska-punk-funk band Fishbone. The education segment focuses on the basic tonal differences between plywood snare drums made from difference species. Up for review…
MD Podcast Episode 179: Aric Improta, Contemporary Jazz Coordination, Gretsch Micro Kit, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike discuss March 2019 featured artist Aric Improta of instrumental trio Night Verses and rap-punk band Fever 333. The education segment dives into some challenging coordination exercises for contemporary jazz applications. Up for review is…
MD Podcast Episode 178: Fusion Legend Dennis Chambers, Hand Exercises for Accuracy, Agean R Series Cymbals, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike dive into the March 2019 issue and discuss the cover artist, legendary funk, fusion, jazz, and pop drummer Dennis Chambers. The education segment focuses on a handful of hand exercises to develop rhythmic accuracy.…
MD Podcast Episode 177: Winter NAMM Recap, Listener Questions, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike discuss what they felt were the strongest showings at NAMM in drums, cymbals, percussion, and more. They also share some strategies for making the most out of the show from a buyer, seller, and…
MD Podcast Episode 176: NAMM Pre-Show, 2019 Predictions, Listener Questions, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike share some opinions and predictions on the state of the drum industry in 2019, including what they expect from manufacturers and where things are headed in the worlds of online drumming and education versus…
MD Podcast Episode 168: Clinics Recap, Travis McNabb, Drumset Ergonomics, Tama Classic Stands, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike recap their clinic experiences at PASIC and in Europe before discussing modern country drummer Travis McNabb, who recently pulled double duty touring with Sugarland and Frankie Ballard. The education segment focuses on how to…
MD Podcast Episode 167: Keith Moon, How to Develop Consistency, NickyMoon Cymbals, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike discuss legendary classic rock drummer Keith Moon. The education segment focuses on how to develop consistency via mastering the four essential stroke types. Up for review is a set of custom instruments by New…
MD Podcast Episode 166: Jazz/Funk Great Mike Clark, Polyrhythmic Rudiments, Drumgees, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike discuss December featured artist and legendary jazz/funk drummer Mike Clark. The education segment focuses on how to use the paradiddle-diddle sticking to help you master a few different polyrhythms. Up for review is a…
MD Podcast Episode 163: Jost Nickel, Flam Ostinatos, Legado Cymbals, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike discuss German drummer and international clinician Jost Nickel, who’s featured in the November issue of Modern Drummer. The education segment focuses on ways to challenge your technique by shifting accents within a pataflafla sticking.…
MD Podcast Episode 162: Richard Spaven, Hi-Hat Accents, Audio-Technica AT2035, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike discuss UK-based drummer/producer/composer Richard Spaven. The education segment focuses on how to use hi-hat accents to alter your groove. Up for review is the new AT2035 large-diaphragm condenser mic from Audio-Technica. After fielding a…
MD Podcast Episode 158: Damian Marley’s Courtney Diedrick, Sight-Reading Basics, Roland TD-17KVX kit, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike discuss October 2018 featured artist Courtney Dietrick, who plays with modern reggae great Damian Marley. The education segment focuses on how to approach reading a drum chart for the first time. Up for review…
MD Podcast Episode 157: Kendrick Lamar's Tony "Rico" Nichols, Tooling With Perspectives, Paiste Masters Dry and Extra Rides, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike dig into the October 2018 issue and discuss featured artist Tony "Rico" Nichols, who has been touring with hip-hop artist Kendrick Lamar. Up for review are a handful of Masters series Dry and Extra…
