Category Archives: Drums and Percussion

Carl Palmer “Feeling Really Good” Following Heart Surgery

Modern Drummer Magazine Carl Palmer is “feeling really good” after undergoing heart surgery. The Emerson, Lake & Palmer drummer recently underwent an atrial fibrillation ablation to fix an irregular heartbeat. In a Facebook post, he thanked fans for their support, saying: “I just want you to know I’m back home now, feeling really good. The … Continue reading Carl Palmer “Feeling Really Good” Following Heart Surgery

Sonor Pays Tribute To Colleague

Drummer’s Review Good bye, Rainer, thank you! “We are deeply saddened about the passing of our long-standing, highly esteemed former colleague Rainer Dreisbach on 22.04.2023.” “In 1986 Rainer started his apprenticeship at SONOR, during his time in the work preparation department from 1989 and also as production manager from 2001 on he was significantly involved … Continue reading Sonor Pays Tribute To Colleague

John DeChristopher Live From My Drum Room With Clint de Ganon

Modern Drummer Magazine John’s guest is veteran New York drummer, Clint de Ganon! Clint’s TV, film, recording and performance credits are staggering, including Steven Spielberg’s Oscar-winning “West Side Story 2021” “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” “The Only Murders In The Building” “American Horror Story” and more. Clint and John talk about what it takes to be … Continue reading John DeChristopher Live From My Drum Room With Clint de Ganon

Dirty Loops Drummer Aron Mellergård Heads To The UK Drum Show 2023

Drummer’s Review Organisers of The UK Drum Show have announced Dirty Loops drummer Aron Mellergård will be appearing in the Mike Dolbear room at The UK Drum Show 2023, in association with Wincent drumsticks. Aron Mellergård was born and raised in Gislaved in Småland, Sweden. When he was 16 years old he moved to Stockholm … Continue reading Dirty Loops Drummer Aron Mellergård Heads To The UK Drum Show 2023

New Colours for Millenium Still Cymbals Series

Drummer’s Review Millenium Still Cymbals series gets two new colors! Blue and red now complements their previous colours silver and gold. The Still series is up to 80% quieter than standard cymbal sets. This makes it ideal for quiet practice at home, unplugged gigs, and practicing in the rehearsal room without losing the natural feel. Available cymbals … Continue reading New Colours for Millenium Still Cymbals Series

Gretsch Drums Announces 140th Anniversary Concert in New York City

Modern Drummer Magazine 140 years ago in Brooklyn, NY, Gretsch Drums were born, and on May 23rd, 2023, the South Carolina-based drum company is returning to the Big Apple for a big celebration. Gretsch has announced a special one-night-only concert at The Cutting Room in New York City to celebrate 140 years of Gretsch drum … Continue reading Gretsch Drums Announces 140th Anniversary Concert in New York City

‘Dune’ Soundz Custom In-Ear-Monitors

Drummer’s Review “With 6 Divers [4 Low-Mids / 1 MID-High / 1 Super-High], you have unlimited Headroom, incredible clarity & sound purity, and ultra-wide frequency response,” state Soundz Custom, the Greek in-ear-monitor makers. The sound is velvety and soft providing a restful live for many hours. Check out Dune here Detailed separation of low and … Continue reading ‘Dune’ Soundz Custom In-Ear-Monitors

Drum Sheet Music Joins The UK Drum Show 2023

Drummer’s Review The UK Drum Show are thrilled to welcome another new company to its 2023 drum exhibition this September, welcoming www.drumsheetmusic.co.uk. A number of our guests have been in contact following our 2022 show asking if we are likely to have any sheet music exhibitors exhibiting this year, so we are naturally pleased to … Continue reading Drum Sheet Music Joins The UK Drum Show 2023

Gretsch Drums Announce 140th Celebratory Concert at NYC’s The Cutting Room

Drummer’s Review Gretsch Drums announce GRETSCH NIGHT IN NEW YORK CITY! A special one-night-only event to celebrate 140 years of Gretsch Drums history, featuring performances by revered drummers Mark Guiliana, Will Calhoun, Nate Wood, and Bill Stewart. Founded in Brooklyn in 1883, Gretsch Drums has a long association with New York City and on this … Continue reading Gretsch Drums Announce 140th Celebratory Concert at NYC’s The Cutting Room

Bill Kreutzmann Sitting Out of Dead & Company’s Final Tour

Modern Drummer Magazine Dead & Company will embark on their final tour without drummer Bill Kreutzmann. “After many long discussions and some good old-fashioned soul searching, we are letting you know that our brother Bill Kreutzmann will not be joining us on our final summer tour,” the Grateful Dead offshoot announced on April 22nd.  “Bill … Continue reading Bill Kreutzmann Sitting Out of Dead & Company’s Final Tour