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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 155: Barrett Martin, Yamaha EAD10, Bonham Kick Triplets, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike continue to dig through the September issue, this time discussing featured artist Barrett Martin, who rose to prominence in the ’90s with alternative band Screaming Trees but has since ventured into experimental instrumental music…
Podcast Episode 152: Preparing for Tour and More
In this episode of the Modern Drummer Podcast With Mike and Mike, the hosts sift through another batch of listener questions. As usual, the show concludes with picks of the week. Show Notes Modern Drummer subscription options MikesLessons.com subscription prices…
Episode 149: Simon Phillips, “Do I Need a Fallback Plan?”, Soundbrenner Pulse Metronome, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike discuss legendary pop, jazz, fusion drummer Simon Phillips. The education segment focuses on an article in the July 2018 issue by Russ Miller, titled “Do I Need a Fallback Plan?”. Up for review is…
Podcast Episode 148: Blair Sinta, Drumset Ergonomics, Symrna Cymbals, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike discuss modern session great Blair Sinta, who recently launched a drum recording course on www.promixacademy.com. The education segment focuses on how to setup your drumset to be more compatible with your unique physique. Up…
Episode 147: A Perfect Circle’s Jeff Friedl, Five-Note Bop Comping, DW Contemporary Classic Drumset, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike discuss modern rock journeyman Jeff Friedl, who’s currently touring with A Perfect Circle. The education segment focuses on how to use five-note groupings to create interesting and unusual comping patterns in a bebop style.…
Episode 145: Kris Myers, The Blues Shuffle, Clarett 8Pre USB Interface, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike crack open the July 2018 issue and discuss cover artist Kris Myers of Umphrey’s McGee. The education segment focuses on the blues shuffle. Up for review is the Clariett 8Pre USB audio interface from…
Podcast Episode 144: Favorite Drum Solos, Building Independence, KMI BopPad, and More
In this episode Mike and Mike share some of their favorite drum solos of all time. The education segment focuses on different approaches to building independence. Up for review is the BopPad MIDI controller from Keith McMillan Instruments. After fielding…
Episode 129: 2018 Readers Poll Winners, Drum Mixing Basics, Ddrum Dios Drumset, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike rundown the winners in the 2018 Modern Drummer Readers Poll. The education segment focuses on the basics of drum mixing. Up for review is the revived Dios series from Ddrum. After fielding a few…
Episode 125: Sonny Emory, Placing the Backbeat in Odd Times, Beier Snares, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss legendary pop/R&B drummer Sonny Emory (Earth Wind & Fire, Bette Midler, Steely Dan, etc.). The education segment focuses on different ways to place the backbeat in 3/4 and other odd time signatures. Up…
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…
Episode 121: 311’s Chad Sexton, Favorite Paradiddle Exercises, SJC Paramount Series, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss January featured artist Chad Sexton of alt-rockers 311. The education segment focuses on the hosts’ favorite ways of practicing paradiddles. Up for review is the new Paramount series drumset from SJC. After fielding…
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…
