Category Archives: Drums and Percussion

Levara – Album Review ‘Levara’ LP May 15th, 2021

Modern Drummer Magazine by Josh Buchignani   With the release of Levara’s debut self-titled album “LEVARA”, Modern Drummer takes a look at this LA rock trio made up of UK drummer Josh Devine (One Direction’s tour drummer), US guitarist Trev Lukather (son of Steve Lukather of Toto), and skilled vocalist from France Jules Galli, together … Continue reading Levara – Album Review ‘Levara’ LP May 15th, 2021

Modern Drummer Exhibiting at the 2021 Chicago Drum Show May 15th & 16th

Modern Drummer Magazine Modern Drummer is exhibiting at the 2021 Chicago Drum Show (Sat May 15th & Sun May 16th) at the Prairie Events Center, at Kane County Fairgrounds in St. Charles, Illinois! This is the 30th Anniversary of the Chicago Drum Show, and after 2020 we are excited to be joining 94+ other drum … Continue reading Modern Drummer Exhibiting at the 2021 Chicago Drum Show May 15th & 16th

The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 33: David Frangioni & Billy Amendola with Fred Armisen and Eric Leiderman

Modern Drummer Magazine Episode 33: David Frangioni & Billy Amendola feature interview with Fred Armisen and Eric Leiderman An exclusive and extraordinary Modern Drummer Podcast with bandleader-drummer, TV/Movie star Fred Armisen and TV Writer/Producer/Drummer Eric Leiderman. Both Eric and Fred join hosts Billy Amendola and David Frangioni to chat about their April 2021 cover of … Continue reading The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 33: David Frangioni & Billy Amendola with Fred Armisen and Eric Leiderman

Vic Firth Introduces Two Bold Graphic Practice Pads

Drummer’s Review The Avedis Zildjian Company, parent company of Vic Firth, is pleased to announce the introduction of two new products into its lineup of practice accessories, the Vic Firth Digital Camo Practice Pads, and the Vic Firth VF Practice Pads. The Vic Firth Digital Camo pad surface offers a fun take on a modern … Continue reading Vic Firth Introduces Two Bold Graphic Practice Pads

An “Evening with Baard Kolstad” Livestream Event Review – May 11th, 2021

Modern Drummer Magazine by Josh Buchignani Baard Kolstad kicked off his “Evening with Baard Kolstad” livestream on Saturday May 8th with an explosive playthrough of “The Sky is Red” from Leprous, the progressive metal group that Baard has been the drummer for since 2013. This track consists of a wide dynamic range and meticulous syncopation … Continue reading An “Evening with Baard Kolstad” Livestream Event Review – May 11th, 2021

The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 32: Narada Michael Walden & Tony Coleman

Modern Drummer Magazine In this episode, Narada Michael Walden interviews Tony Coleman. Coleman has had an illustrious career touring the world with B.B. King, Otis Clay, Bobby Blue Bland, Johnnie Taylor, Albert King, Albert Collins, Etta James, James Cotton, Katie Webster, Z.Z. Hill, O.V. Wright and Buddy Guy. In this part 1 of the interview … Continue reading The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 32: Narada Michael Walden & Tony Coleman

Mapex Armory Shell Pack (2021) – Drummer’s Review

Drummer’s Review Here’s our review of a Mapex Armory series ‘Rock’ shell pack, featuring… 22″ x 18″ bass drum, 10″ x 8″ rack tom, 12″ x 9″ rack tom, 16″ x 16″ floor tom, 14″ x 5.5″ ‘Tomahawk’ Steel shelled snare, Rainforrest Burst finish (new for 2021), SONIClear bearing edges, tom suspension mounts & floor … Continue reading Mapex Armory Shell Pack (2021) – Drummer’s Review