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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.
Episode 123: The 2017 Wrap-Up Show
In this episode, Mike and Mike take a look back at 2017 and discuss a few of the drummers they feel have made the biggest impact in the past twelve months. They also discuss some highlights in drum and cymbal…
Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 115: Adam Deitch, Favorite Drum Albums, LP Uptown Congas, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss November 2017 featured artist Adam Deitch, who just released a EP of hip-hop instrumentals called I Get a Rush. For the main topic, the hosts go through some of their current and all-time favorite…
Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 114: A Lot Like Birds’ Joseph Arrington, Faux Double Bass, Dunnett Drumheads, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss November 2017 featured artist Joseph Arrington of post-hardcore band A Lot Like Birds. The education segment focuses on creating double-bass-sounding patterns on a single kick. Up for review are Dunnett’s Res-O-Tone and Res-O-Two…
Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 109: Tony Williams’ Innovations, Developing Dynamics, HeadHunters Hybrid Rods, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss legendary jazz drummer Tony Williams and some of his techniques and concepts that shaped the way we play drums today. The education segment focuses on different ways to give your drumming more depth…
Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 108: Crucial Jazz Records, Internalizing Odd Groupings, 2Box DrumIt Five and TrigIts, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss some of their favorite albums that were included in the “50 Crucial Jazz Drumming Recordings” feature in the October 2017 issue of Modern Drummer Magazine. The education segment focuses on odd groupings and…
Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 107: Preshow Rituals, Jack DeJohnette, Paiste Masters Thins, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss some of the ways they prepare themselves mentally and physically for gigs and clinics. The featured artist is legendary jazz drummer Jack DeJohnette. Up for review are some sweet Masters Thin cymbals from…
Mike and Mike Podcast Episode 103: Steve Smith, Samba Basics, Love Custom Snare Drums, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss Modern Drummer September 2017 cover artist Steve Smith, who rejoined arena-rock greats Journey in 2016. The education section focuses on samba rhythms and how they can be applied to the drumset. Up for…
Episode 101: Biggest Gear Regrets, Ricky Martin’s Tony Escapa, Paiste PSTX DJs 45 Series, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike share some of the gear they’ve regretted letting go over the years. The featured artist is Ricky Martin’s Tony Escapa. Up for review is the Daru Jones signature series of portable/affordable PSTX DJs 45…
Episode 100: Giveaway Winners Announced, Listener Questions, Most Frequently Mentioned Drummers, and More
In this special 100th episode, Mike and Mike take a humorous look back at the twenty-plus most frequently mentioned drummers on the show. They also answer a handful of listener questions, and four lucky winners are selected to receive one of…
Episode 99: Styx’s Todd Sucherman, Bass Drum Technique Builders, VK Aluminum Drumset, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss some of their favorite exercises for building bass drum technique. The featured artist is Todd Sucherman of the legendary prog-rock band Styx. Up for review is an antique bronze–finished aluminum drumset from UK…
Episode 98: How to Use a Metronome, Death Cab for Cutie’s Jason McGerr, Doc Sweeney Oak Snare, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss different ways to use a metronome to improve timing and control. The featured artist is Death Cab for Cutie’s Jason McGerr. Up for review is a solid oak snare from Doc Sweeney Drums.…
Podcast Episode 96: 50 Years of Rock, Drum Mixing 101, UFIP Cymbals, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss some of their favorite drummers and drum performances from the past fifty years in rock music. The educational segment focuses on basic mixing techniques for drum recordings. Up for review are Class and…
Mike and Mike Podcast Episode 95: Tom Tuning, Nir Z, RTOM Black Holes, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike conclude their discussion on drum tuning with their favorite techniques for the toms. The featured artist is studio drummer Nir Z. Up for review is the RTOM Black Hole practice mute system. After fielding…
Episode 94: Chris Coleman, Snare Drum Tuning, Nord Drum 3P, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss their techniques for tuning snare drums. The featured artist is R&B/pop/fusion great Chris Coleman. Up for review is the Nord Drum 3P multipad. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with…
