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Peter Gabriel's "i/o" Tour: A Night of Iconic Music and Timeless Performances

A few words that come to mind when you think of Peter Gabriel are icon, legend, visionary, genius, and pioneer. Last Saturday night, on October 14th, Gabriel's "i/o" tour made a stop at the Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, CA.…

Modern Drummer
Oct 20, 2023

Zildjian Celebrates 400 Years With Stellar Anniversary Concerts: Recap + Photos

Herlin Riley (photo by Alex Kluft) Zildjian, the world’s oldest musical instrument brand, turns 400 this year. To celebrate, the cymbal manufacturers hosted two unique events: One at the Baked Potato in Los Angeles, CA in early March and one…

Modern Drummer
May 3, 2023

Web Exclusive Feature: Josh Kiggans of Ward Hayden and the Outliers

 Josh Kiggans of Ward Hayden and the Outliers on the recording of their new album “Free Country.”  Josh Kiggans of Ward Hayden and the Outliers: My general approach is to always serve the song. I try to craft my parts in…

Modern Drummer
Sep 22, 2021

MD Podcast Episode 230: Gear Hacks, Nate Wood, Zildjian K Cluster Crashes, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike share some of different hacks they’ve learned over the years to get their gear to sound and perform better. The featured artist is modern jazz innovator Nate Wood, who is featured in the March…

Modern Drummer
Feb 14, 2020

MD Podcast Episode 223: Year-End Wrap-Up, 2020 Predictions, Shopping Lists, Gunnar Olsen, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike look back at some highlights of 2019 and take a shot at predicting what could be trending in 2020. They also offer suggestions on how to spend holiday cash on some much-needed drum gear.…

Modern Drummer
Dec 27, 2019
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Episode 137: St. Vincent’s Matt Johnson, Reading Music Pros and Cons, Zildjian K Sweets, and More

In this episode Mike and Mike crack open the May 2018 issue and discuss cover artist Matt Johnson, who first rose to prominence backing up singer/songwriters Jeff Buckley and Rufus Wainwright and is now touring with St. Vincent. The education…

Modern Drummer
Apr 6, 2018

On the Beat with Pat Petrillo: Catches Up and Talks New Music and Products

What’s up, Modern Drummer readers? This is my first “On the Beat,” and I’m happy to catch you up on what’s been happening (for the past thirty-plus years, ha). We won’t go back that far, but I will fill you…

Modern Drummer
Jan 4, 2017

Video Demo! Zildjian - Avedis Series Cymbals

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the December 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Zildjian Avedis Series Cymbals A retro refit of classic ’50s designs for today’s applications. Given the great success of…

Modern Drummer
Oct 27, 2016

Zildjian Announces the 2016 Kerope Zildjian Scholarship Competition Winner

The Avedis Zildjian Company is pleased to announce that the 2016 Kerope Zildjian Scholarship winner is David Yoon from the Julliard School. David is a student of Dan Druckman and will receive a $5,000 tuition award, an expense-free trip to…

Modern Drummer
Sep 30, 2016

Zildjian Appoints Victor Filonovich to Cymbals Category Manager

The Avedis Zildjian Company announced that Victor Filonovich has been appointed Category Manager, Cymbals effective immediately. Filonovich joins Zildjian from Latin Percussion and brings more than twenty-five years of experience working with artists, dealers, distributors, and consumers on developing drum/percussion…

Modern Drummer
Aug 10, 2016

Video Demo! Zildjian - S Family Cymbals

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Zildjian S Family Cymbals A new B12-bronze lineup with broader musical scope. After two years of research and development,…

Modern Drummer
Jul 29, 2016

Keith Carne on We Are Scientists’ Helter Seltzer

  by Adam Budofsky   Brooklyn-based indie-rock band We Are Scientists’ fifth album, Helter Seltzer, released digitally this past April 22 and physically on June 3, is an advanced-level course in hook-ology. Vocal choruses, guitar lines, keyboard figures, and, yes,…

Modern Drummer
May 31, 2016
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Video Demo: Zildjian - L80 Low Volume 468 Cymbal Pack

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the April 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Zildjian L80 Low Volume 468 Cymbal Pack Authentic-feeling practice cymbals that won't kill your ears—or your neighbors'   Many…

Modern Drummer
Feb 26, 2016

Video Demo: Zildjian K Custom Dark Crashes

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the December 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Zildjian K Custom Dark Crashes Zildjian’s product catalog already covers a wide swath of tones, from the bright, all-purpose…

Modern Drummer
Oct 30, 2015
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