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
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
This is the first of a new 'Backstage with...' series where we get to see behind the scenes with some really top flight drummers, and venture into areas that the public just never, ever see. In this first episode Mike chatted to Eric Hernandez from Bruno Mars' Band when he was in London at the
Back By Popular Demand! In association with Danny Pearson Drums - an affiliated Mike Dolbear drum school Danny is pleased to announce the 4th annual Mike Dolbear masterclass day taking place at Absolute Music in Bournemouth. On Sunday July 9th, Mike will be doing two classes for students looking to improve their playing in all
Roland has announced the SPD::ONE series, a new line of compact electronic percussion pads that can be played with drumsticks, hands, or feet. Offering features like built-in sounds, user sample import, intuitive operation, and more, the SPD::ONE series enables any musician to enhance their performances and expand their creativity with Roland’s leading digital percussion technology.
