Category Archives: Drums and Percussion

“Queen Behind The Hits – Roger Taylor”

Modern Drummer Magazine As well as being recognised for their individual skills as incredible musicians and performers, perhaps less often documented is the considerable writing talents of all four members of Queen: Mercury, May, Taylor, and Deacon each individually contributing a significant portion of the extensive Queen song catalogue which continues to resonate on playlists and music charts to this … Continue reading “Queen Behind The Hits – Roger Taylor”

Dennis Chambers Endorses Gruv Gear VELOC Drum Bags & Cart

Drummer’s Review Gruv Gear is proud to announce the legendary Dennis Chambers is using their acclaimed and innovative VELOC One-Trip Drum Transport System. Described by JazzTimes as one of the world’s greatest living drummers, Dennis Chambers was included in Rolling Stone magazine’s list of 100 greatest drummers of all time and inducted into the Modern … Continue reading Dennis Chambers Endorses Gruv Gear VELOC Drum Bags & Cart

The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 31: David Frangioni & Billy Amendola with Eric Singer and Ramon Yslas

Modern Drummer Magazine Episode 31: David Frangioni & Billy Amendola feature interview with Eric Singer and Ramon Yslas This weeks Modern Drummer Podcast with David Frangioni and Billy Amendola features KISS drummer Eric Singer and Chicago percussionist Ramon Yslas talking about drums & percussion on Paul Stanley’s Soul Station project. The duo talk about recording the … Continue reading The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 31: David Frangioni & Billy Amendola with Eric Singer and Ramon Yslas

Latin Percussion Launches Barriles De Bomba Drums

Drummer’s Review Latin Percussion have launched the Barriles De Bomba traditional drums, which have been used for over 400 years in Puerto Rican folkloric music called Bomba. Available in two sizes, the higher pitch Primo or Subidor is played as the lead drum to follow the dancers and the larger Buleador is used to provide a … Continue reading Latin Percussion Launches Barriles De Bomba Drums

Ludwig’s Burgundy Pearl Finish Coming To The UK

Drummer’s Review Ludwig Drum’s are delighted to announce a new wrap finish, Burgundy Pearl, which will be landing on kits in the UK in May. Available across both the Classic Maple and Legacy Series, Burgundy Pearl is a brand new pearl wrap option that embraces the classic Ludwig aesthetic with incredible elegance and is a … Continue reading Ludwig’s Burgundy Pearl Finish Coming To The UK

The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 30: David Frangioni & Billy Amendola with Tico Torres

Modern Drummer Magazine Episode 30: David Frangioni & Billy Amendola feature interview with Tico Torres Welcome to this week’s Modern Drummer podcast with Billy Amendola, David Frangioni, and the multi-platinum-sold-out arena-selling drummer of supergroup Bon Jovi, “The Hitman” himself Tico Torres. Since the mid-eighties, Tico and the band have released over thirty albums and sold … Continue reading The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 30: David Frangioni & Billy Amendola with Tico Torres

Zildjian Introduces Two New Practice Pads To Line Of Accessories

Drummer’s Review The Avedis Zildjian Company has introduced two new practice pad options into its lineup of accessories. The Zildjian Galaxy and Zildjian Graffiti pads offer a fun and visually exciting pad with great feel, response and versatility. Both pads feature bold and colorful designs on their playing surfaces, with the Zildjian Galaxy Pad offering … Continue reading Zildjian Introduces Two New Practice Pads To Line Of Accessories