They call themselves ‘Nutcases’ and for years they have roamed backstage, round studios, in pubs and many bedrooms looking for targets. They have encased, swathed and wrapped literally tens of thousands of drums, caring for them in the single largest ‘Protection Racket’ in recent years. Witnesses attest to the fact the drum world is still
Although it’s only been about a year since SABIAN launched XSR, 3 key new models have already been added to the line. 17” & 19” XSR Fast Crashes and a 22” XSR Ride are professional level B20 cast cymbals incorporating many of the same processes that have made HHX Evolution and AAX X-Plosion cymbals
Pro mark by D’Addario has turned up the heat with their brand-new line of drumsticks called FireGrainTM – a revolutionary heat-tempering process that transforms ordinary hickory drumsticks into precision tools with unprecedented durability. While keeping their original weight, balance, and feel, FireGrain sticks allow drummers to hit harder and play longer, naturally. No excess vibration,
Yamaha Music Europe GmbH (UK) are proud to introduced the Tour Custom drum set, designed for today’s actively working drummer looking for a versatile kit suitable for both recording and playing live, finished in five new beautiful Satin ‘Candy’ finishes. The Tour Custom Drum sets are constructed with 100 percent Maple 6- ply shells
We are very sad to report the passing of John Blackwell, probably best known for his time with Prince. Taught by his father at the age of 3, John attended Berklee College of Music in Boston, leaving the school in 1995 to play with Cameo. After moving to Los Angeles he played with Patti Labelle
More names have been added to the Ambassadors of the Drumming who will gather together to support Teenage Cancer Trust on one special night with no less than 16 drumming legends taking the stage with an all-star line-up of musicians. In association with the major drum and cymbal companies, Remo will present DrummerNight, in aid
In the second lesson of this series of four special lessons for MikeDolbear.com DIME ONLINE Head Of Drums Gabor Dornyei shows you how to use a melody and layering within a 16th note linear groove. If you want to learn more like this and develop yourself as a professional drummer, be sure to visit our website
Eric's tech Jason Bowers takes us around the 24k Magic tour kit on stage at the O2 in London. This video would not be possible without the kind help of DW drums and Remo heads. Thank you guys and girls !
I didn’t know Bobby well, but in my career I’ve come across a great many of his pupils over the years, and to a man these guys really could play. I bumped into him at Zildjian Artists days, and also at trade shows. To be honest, because of his reputation I was always concerned I’d
With only four days to go to Learn to Play Day 2017 thousands of FREE music lessonsare being booked up across the country. Check venues near you now. Here are just a few of the amazing events you could be involved with: - Yamaha Music London with Nina Schofield will be holding FREE live music workshops for 8-15 years olds at their store
