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On the Beat with Session Great Fred Eltringham

Hey Modern Drummer readers, Fred Eltringham checking in to let you know what I’ve been getting into lately. We just finished Sheryl Crow’s new pop/rock record Be Myself, scheduled to be released April 21. Sheryl and her long time writing…

Modern Drummer
Feb 16, 2017

Video Demo! Natal - Café Racer Series Drumset

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the February 2017 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Natal Café Racer Series Drumset A compact, bop-size kit with a big, buttery sound. Natal was launched in 1965…

Modern Drummer
Dec 29, 2016

Video Demo! Paiste Signature Rides

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the February 2017 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Paiste Signature Rides Distinctive tones crafted for some of the top drummers on the company’s roster. This past year…

Modern Drummer
Dec 29, 2016

Video Demo! Gibraltar - Beat EFX Bass Pedal Enhancers

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the February 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Gibraltar Beat EFX Bass Pedal Enhancers Compact beater attachments to add subtle shaker, jingle, and finger-cymbal sounds. Always looking…

Modern Drummer
Dec 29, 2016

Video Lesson! Groove Construction, Part 10: Exploring a Killer Cowbell Pattern

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the February 2017 issue, which is available here. Rock 'N' Jazz Clinic Groove Construction Part 10: Exploring a Killer Cowbell Pattern by Jost Nickel In this lesson we’ll examine…

Modern Drummer
Dec 29, 2016
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Odd Subdivision Offbeats: Ten- and Fourteen-Note Groupings

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the February 2017 issue, which is available here. Rock Perspectives Odd Subdivision Offbeats Ten- and Fourteen-Note Groupings by Aaron Edgar When examining 32nd notes, we see that they’re twice…

Modern Drummer
Dec 29, 2016

Swiss Rudiments: Basel Drumming, Part 4

https://vimeo.com/197189220 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the February 2017 issue, which is available here. Strictly Technique Swiss Rudiments Basel Drumming, Part 4 by Claus Hessler In this lesson we’ll take a look at a…

Modern Drummer
Dec 29, 2016

Craig Macintyre of the Goo Goo Dolls: Reflects on 2016 and Talks Tours

Hello, MD readers, a lot has happened in 2016. I’ve been playing for the platinum pop rockers the Goo Goo Dolls and earlier in the year I recorded drums and percussion on their newest release Boxes. I also co-wrote the…

Modern Drummer
Dec 1, 2016

Video Lesson! The Swampy Double Groove with Rich Redmond

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the January 2017 issue, which is available here. Basics The Swampy Double Groove Grease Up Your Phrases by Rich Redmond With double grooves, the left hand plays every 8th…

Modern Drummer
Nov 30, 2016

Video Lesson! Papa Jo Jones Drum Fill with John Xepoleas

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the January 2017 issue, which is available here. Jazz Drummer's Workshop Papa Jo Jones Drum Fill Incorporating a Classic Jazz Lick by John Xepoleas In this lesson we’ll explore…

Modern Drummer
Nov 30, 2016

Video Lesson! Swiss Rudiments - Basel Drumming, Part 3 with Claus Hessler

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the January 2017 issue, which is available here. Strictly Technique Swiss Rudiments Basil Drumming, Part 3 by Claus Hessler In the third installment of our series on Swiss drumming,…

Modern Drummer
Nov 30, 2016

Video Demo! DW - Collector's Series Cherry/Mahogany Drumset

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the January 2017 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Drum Workshop Collector's Series Cherry/Mahogany Drumset Deep, pure tones and ultimate clarity. The Collector’s Series is DW’s flagship line,…

Modern Drummer
Nov 30, 2016
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Video Demo! Istanbul Mehmet - Sahra and Kirkor Signature Rides

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the January 2017 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Istanbul Mehmet Sahra and Kirkor Signature Rides Dark, warm tones with varying degrees of dryness. The Istanbul cymbal company…

Modern Drummer
Nov 30, 2016

Video Demo! DrumLite - LED System

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the January 2017 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up DrumLite LED System Quick installation, easy connection, and huge visual impact. Drummers Jeff Sevaldson and Joey Nesbitt established DrumLite…

Modern Drummer
Nov 30, 2016
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