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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.
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…
Episode 128: Zach Danziger, Snare Depth Analysis, Sugar Percussion Snares, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike crack open the March 2018 issue and discuss cover artist Zach Danziger, whose latest experiments involve controlling video edits and audio effects in real time from a hybrid electronic/acoustic drumset. The education segment focuses…
Episode 124: Matt Wilson, the Moeller Method, Hendrix Perfect Ply Drums, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss February 2018 cover artist, modern jazz great Matt Wilson. The education segment focuses on the popular drum technique known as the “Moeller Method.” Up for review is a walnut Perfect Ply drumset by…
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 113: The National’s Bryan Devendorf, Embellishing the Swing Pattern, Drum Supply Aluminum Snare, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss November 2017 featured artist Bryan Devendorf of the art-rock band The National. The education segment focuses on a few ways to break up the swing ride pattern that make the most musical sense.…
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 105: Defining Greatness, Chris Turner, Dunnett Titanium Snare, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss Modern Drummer September 2017 featured artist Chris Turner of the tech-metal band Oceans Ate Alaska. The education segment focuses on how the hosts define "greatness" when it comes to drumming. Up for review…
Mike and Mike Podcast Episode 104: OneRepublic’s Eddie Fisher, Building a Snare Collection, V-Classic V.16 Cymbals, and More
In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss Modern Drummer September 2017 featured artist Eddie Fisher of the pop band OneRepublic. The education segment focuses on how to go about building a snare collection that’ll provide you with the widest range…
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…
