Category Archives: Drums and Percussion

THE ARISTOCRATS’ NEW LIVE ALBUM “FREEZE! LIVE IN EUROPE 2020”

Modern Drummer Magazine Featuring peak Aristocratic live performances from just before live music’s extended hiatus began The rowdy and rollicking instrumental rock/fusion power trio The Aristocrats (guitarist Guthrie Govan, bassist Bryan Beller and drummer Marco Minnemann) loudly and proudly showcase their renowned electric onstage chemistry on FREEZE! Live In Europe 2020, which will drop on May 7, 2021. … Continue reading THE ARISTOCRATS’ NEW LIVE ALBUM “FREEZE! LIVE IN EUROPE 2020”

The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 28: Narada Michael Walden & Dominique McDowell.

Modern Drummer Magazine In this episode, Narada Michael Walden interviews Dominique McDowell. McDowell discusses his upbringing, influences and inspirational tales of his journey. Audio Video The post <center>The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 28: Narada Michael Walden & Dominique McDowell.</center> appeared first on Modern Drummer Magazine. Read More This article is from an external source and … Continue reading The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 28: Narada Michael Walden & Dominique McDowell.

Brian Tichy – Interview +“I’m the One” by Van Halen – Play Along & Lesson Video!

Modern Drummer Magazine   Brian Tichy (Whitesnake, Billy Idol, Foreigner, Ozzy Osbourne and more) recently recorded a play along and lesson video for Modern Drummer as a tribute to the great Alex Van Halen and the Modern Drummer Legends Vol 2 featuring AVH. Modern Drummer caught up with Brian for a brief Q & A: … Continue reading Brian Tichy – Interview +“I’m the One” by Van Halen – Play Along & Lesson Video!

Pearl Announces Further Products Following 75th Anniversary

Drummer’s Review Following last weeks 75th Anniversary celebrations from Pearl Drums, along with the announcement and release of the 2021 President Series Phenolic Kit, Pearl have continued with additional releases for the coming year. Culled from the very origins of The World’s Largest Drum Company, President Deluxe Series revives the darkly unique tonality of Lauan … Continue reading Pearl Announces Further Products Following 75th Anniversary

Yoyoka Soma – Hit Like A Girl Spotlight – HLAG 2018 Contestant & 2021 Jr Global Ambassador – 4/4/21

Modern Drummer Magazine Yoyoka Soma is an 11 year old powerhouse of a drummer from Japan. She started playing drums at the age of two, played live at four, and formed her family band “Kaneaiyoyoka” at five. At 6 years old, she even released her first CD while in kindergarten. In addition to drums, Yoyoka … Continue reading Yoyoka Soma – Hit Like A Girl Spotlight – HLAG 2018 Contestant & 2021 Jr Global Ambassador – 4/4/21

Mapex Drums New Armory 2021 Models Review Coming Soon

Drummer’s Review Drummer’s Review returns to the studio to check out these two new colour offerings from Mapex Drums. Now available in Rainforest Burst or Night Sky Burst lacquer finish, will these 2021 models compare to the ever popular Armory DR checked out back in June 2018. Stay tuned! Mapex Night Sky Burst www.mapexdrums.com The … Continue reading Mapex Drums New Armory 2021 Models Review Coming Soon

Amedia Cymbals Lo-Fi Dry Series Review Coming Soon

Drummer’s Review Nick & Matt head to the studio to check out this Lo-Fi offering from Amedia Cymbals. Stay tuned to find out what Drummer’s Review thought of this from this handmade cymbals artisan. Amedia says… Welcome to the ‘Lo-Fi DRY’ series of cymbals from handmade cymbal artisans, Amedia Cymbals. The company for those who … Continue reading Amedia Cymbals Lo-Fi Dry Series Review Coming Soon

Steve Gadd Band At Blue Note Tokyo – New Live Album Review – April 3rd, 2021

Modern Drummer Magazine By Mike Waltz On Dec 18, 2019, Steve Gadd took the stage at the Blue Note in Tokyo Japan with Jimmy Johnson on bass, Walt Fowler on trumpet, guitarist David Spinozza and newer member Kevin Hays on keys and vocals as The Steve Gadd Band. What followed is an amazing recording that … Continue reading Steve Gadd Band At Blue Note Tokyo – New Live Album Review – April 3rd, 2021

A Look Back – Thomas Lang’s ‘ProgPop’ Album Review by Rob Coen (Video Lessons Attached!)

Modern Drummer Magazine   Thomas Lang’s latest solo project ProgPop has a great deal of musical flavor with accompanying musicians that include Marc Bonilla, Ginny Luke on vocals, Wojek Pilichowski, Ed Poole on bass, Leah Woodward, Jeremy Barnes, and Tobias Mertens on guitar. On the opening track “Time”, Lang does not disappoint giving us an … Continue reading A Look Back – Thomas Lang’s ‘ProgPop’ Album Review by Rob Coen (Video Lessons Attached!)