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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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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,…
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…
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…
Video Tour! Gearing Up with Wilco's Glenn Kotche
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the November 2015 issue, which is available here. Gearing Up On Stage and Up Close Glenn Kotche by Miguel Monroy Glenn Kotche has one of the most distinctive setups…
VIDEO DEMO! Zildjian FX Series Spiral Stacker
This excerpt is taken from the complete review that appears in the August 2015 issue, which can be purchased at: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-fuj Product Close-Up Zildjian FX Series Spiral Stacker Inspiring, funky sounds delivered in compact sizes. Seizing on the current trend toward…
VIDEO LESSON! Elvin Jones–Style Triplet Fills, Part 2: Orchestrating Accent Patterns
This excerpt is taken from the complete review that appears in the June 2015 issue, which can be purchased here. Jazz Drummer’s Workshop Elvin Jones–Style Triplet Fills Part 2: Orchestrating Accent Patterns by John Xepoleas Welcome to our second lesson covering…
