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MD Podcast Episode 219: Origin’s John Longstreth, Samba Rhythms, NickyMoon 1 Series, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss December 2019 featured artist John Longstreth of the tech-metal band Origin. The education segment focuses on some of the challenging but musical samba rhythms Brazilian drummer Kiko Freitas shares in his latest article.…

Modern Drummer
Nov 22, 2019

MD Podcast Episode 218: PASIC19 Recap, Nashville Session Ace Jerry Roe, Blue Mics, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss December 2019 featured artist Jerry Roe, who has a dual career as a top modern-country session drummer and as a member of experimental art-rock duo Friendship Commanders. Dawson also reports on his recent…

Modern Drummer
Nov 18, 2019

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…

Modern Drummer
Nov 8, 2019

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…

Modern Drummer
Nov 1, 2019

MD Podcast Episode 215: Jeff Porcaro, Choosing a Ride Cymbal, Alesis Strike MultiPad, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss what they personally look for in a ride cymbal, and they share input from a special guest. The featured artist this week is legendary pop/rock drummer Jeff Porcaro. Up for review is the…

Modern Drummer
Oct 25, 2019
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MD Podcast Episode 214: Mark Guiliana, Exercise for Drummers, Tama Dyna-Sync Pedals, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss November 2019 featured artist Mark Guiliana’s latest album, Beat Music! Beat Music! Beat Music!. The education segment focuses on strength training exercises to improve bass drum speed and endurance. Up for review are…

Modern Drummer
Oct 18, 2019

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.…

Modern Drummer
Oct 1, 2019

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…

Modern Drummer
Sep 27, 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 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…

Modern Drummer
Sep 13, 2019

MD Podcast Episode 208: JD Beck, Zimbabwean Rhythms, Woodland Percussion Snares, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss rising star JD Beck, who is featured in the October 2019 issue of Modern Drummer. The education segment focuses on a handful of Zimbabwean drumset grooves played by James Austin Manyungwa on the…

Modern Drummer
Sep 6, 2019

MD Podcast Episode 207: Richard Spaven, Craviotto Heritage Snare, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss the unique beat-making skills of September issue featured artist Richard Spaven. Up for review is a sweet 6x14 solid maple Heritage series snare by Craviotto. After fielding a few listener questions, the show…

Modern Drummer
Aug 30, 2019
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MD Podcast Episode 205: Gretsch Badge History, Listener Questions, Snare Drum Giveaway, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike begin the show by going over the history of the Gretsch drum badge, starting with the original round design and moving forward to the stop sign and square varieties before returning back to the…

Modern Drummer
Aug 16, 2019

MD Podcast Episode 199: Playing Melodically, Anderson Paak, Yamaha Live Custom Hybrid Oak Drumset, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike dive into the August 2019 issue and discuss cover artist Anderson .Paak. The education focuses on Jeff Ryan's "Playing Melodically" article, which explores different ways to orchestrate a single linear pattern. Up for review…

Modern Drummer
Jul 5, 2019
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