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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 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…
Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 151 (Updated): Guess That Snare Part 2, Listener Questions, and More
In episode 151, Mike Dawson tries to guess the size and shell type of another snare from Mike Johnston’s personal collection. The remainder of the show is dedicated to answering a handful of listener questions. As usual, the show concludes…
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…
Episode 82: Clyde Stubblefield, Improving the Double-Stroke Roll, Istanbul Mehmet X-Ray Series, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike pay tribute to the late/great funk innovator Clyde Stubblefield. In the education segment, the hosts share some of their favorite exercises for improving the clarity and speed of the double-stroke roll. Up for review…
