Modern Drummer podcast

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.

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MD Podcast Episode 203: Session Great Nir Z, Superimposing 4/4 in 3/4, Roland TM-1, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike crack open the September 2019 issue and discuss cover artist Nir Z, who’s been at the top of the studio scene for the past twenty years. The education segment focuses on ways to superimpose…

Modern Drummer
Aug 2, 2019

MD Podcast Episode 196: Nicko McBrain, Cymbal Chokes, Calderwood Percussion Piccolo Snare, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss July 2019 cover artist Nicko McBrain of the legendary metal band Iron Maiden. The education segment focuses on creative ways to incorporate cymbal chokes into your drumming. Up for review is a funky…

Modern Drummer
Jun 14, 2019

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…

Modern Drummer
Feb 15, 2019

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.…

Modern Drummer
Feb 8, 2019

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…

Modern Drummer
Feb 1, 2019
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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…

Modern Drummer
Jan 23, 2019

MD Podcast Episode 175: Interpol’s Sam Fogarino, Reggae 101, Amedia Cymbals, and More

In this episode Mike and Mike discuss February 2019 featured artist Sam Fogarino of the indie-rock band Interpol. The education segment focuses on three fundamental reggae beats: one drop, steppers, and rockers. Up for review are Jazz Legend and Vision…

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Jan 18, 2019

MD Podcast Episode 174: Karriem Riggins, Orchestrating Fills, Doc Sweeney RX Kit, and More

In this episode Mike and Mike discuss February 2019 cover artist and jazz/hip-hop great Karriem Riggins. The education segment focuses on ways to create interesting drum fills using orchestration. Up for review is a high-end RX series drumset by Doc…

Modern Drummer
Jan 11, 2019

MD Podcast Episode 173: Polyrhythmic Bass Drum Patterns, LCD/Legado Bronze Snares, and More

In this episode Mike and Mike discuss award-winning Latin-jazz drummer Bobby Sanabria, who’s featured in the January 2019 issue of Modern Drummer. The education segment focuses on a handful of fun polyrhythmic bass drum patterns to help you internalize how…

Modern Drummer
Jan 4, 2019

MD Podcast Episode 169: Nir Z’s Must-Have Gear, Incorporating the Bass Drum, Tama S.L.P. Fat Spruce Kit, and More

In this episode Mike and Mike discuss their personal gear “must-haves” and go over some of the items session great Nir Z listed in his feature story in the December 2018 issue of Modern Drummer. The education segment focuses on…

Modern Drummer
Nov 30, 2018

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
Nov 23, 2018

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…

Modern Drummer
Nov 16, 2018
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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…

Modern Drummer
Nov 9, 2018

MD Podcast Episode 164: Boots Greene, Getting Comfortable with Fives and Sevens, Roland TM-6 Pro, and More

In this episode Mike and Mike discuss hip-hop drummer Eric "Boots" Greene, who's most recent gig is with Jay-Z. The education segment focuses on drumset exercises to help you get more comfortable with five- and seven-note patterns. Up for review…

Modern Drummer
Oct 26, 2018
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