Modern Drummer Magazine Josh Freese has been revealed as Foo Fighters’ new live drummer. Foo Fighters confirmed Freese’s involvement on Sunday during a pre-tour livestream called “Foo Fighters: Preparing Music For Concerts.” Freese steps into the role previously held by the beloved Taylor Hawkins, who tragically passed away in March 2022 at the age of … Continue reading Josh Freese is Foo Fighters’ New Live Drummer
Modern Drummer Magazine John’s guest is the incomparable Cindy Blackman Santana! Cindy talks about her formative years as a drummer and hearing Max Roach for the first time, and shortly after, the great Tony Williams and the influence Tony has on her playing. Attending Berklee College of Music and later studying with the legendary Alan … Continue reading John DeChristopher Live From My Drum Room With Cindy Blackman Santana
Modern Drummer Magazine The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival returned to the N.O. Fairgrounds Race Course and Slots for two weekends — April 28th-30th and May 4th-7th. The festival brought together a staggering 460,000 people over both weekends. There were many highlights from artists and drummers throughout the festival, but shining in particular was … Continue reading New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival 2023: Recap + Photo Gallery
Modern Drummer Magazine John’s guest is legendary Jazz drummer, composer, band leader and seven-time Grammy winner, Jeff “Tain” Watts. John and Jeff talk about when they met in 1980 while Jeff was attending Berklee College of Music in Boston, Jeff’s background in Classical Music, and moving to New York at age 22 as his career … Continue reading John DeChristopher Live From My Drum Room With Jeff “Tain” Watts
Drummer’s Review Organisers of The UK Drum Show are pleased to welcome back top online educator Mike Johnston and special guests to the ‘Mike Johnston Education Room for 2023. “Needing very little introduction and following Mike’s outstanding appearance at The UK Drum Show back in 2018 and 2022, we’re massively excited to welcome back the … Continue reading The UK Drum Show Welcomes Back Mike Johnston And Special Guests to Education Room
Drummer’s Review Hit Like A Girl and the organizers of The UK Drum Show have announced the expansion of the 2023 UK Drum Show with “The Lounge”— a newly created activity room featuring a range of special events, masterclasses, panels and performances presented by leading artists and educators and open to all convention attendees. As … Continue reading Hit Like A Girl To Host “The Lounge” at The UK Drum Show ‘23
Drummer’s Review Gretsch Drums has handcrafted a limited-edition Commemorative 140th Anniversary Snare Drum to celebrate one hundred and forty remarkable years of drum making. Back in 1883, when Friedrich Gretsch opened a small music shop in Brooklyn, N.Y. no one could have predicted that his drums would be played by some of the greatest players … Continue reading Gretsch Drums Limited Edition 140th Anniversary Snare Drum
Drummer’s Review Gretsch Drums celebrates one hundred and forty incredible years with their Limited Edition 140th Anniversary Drum Kit. When Friedrich Gretsch opened a small music shop in Brooklyn, N.Y.in 1883, no one expected his drums would become one of the most respected, iconic brands in music history. To celebrate, Gretsch is proud to present … Continue reading Gretsch Drums Launch Limited Edition 140th Anniversary Kit
Drummer’s Review The Drummer’s Review team would like to congratulate studio owner and drummer Gareth Young, the home of where Drummer’s Review is produced (Cube), following his collective work with former Kasbian front man Tom Meighan, as the Tom Meighan “The Reckoning” Deluxe Digital Album is released today for digital download. Click here Cube Recording’s … Continue reading Gareth Young – Studio to Stage with Tom Meighan
Drummer’s Review Latin Percussion (LP) is pleased to present its new Panderos De Plena, a collection of handheld drums to honor the rhythmic heritage and culture Puerto Rico. This further expands the brands extensive range of professional world and ethnic percussion instruments. Plena is one of the most popular music genres of Puerto Rico with … Continue reading Latin Percussion Launch Panderos De Plena Handheld Folkloric Puerto Rican Drums
