Modern Drummer Magazine John’s guest is independent, master cymbal maker, Paul Francis. John and Paul discuss their long history and share stories of their time working together at Zildjian, including remembering their friend and mentor, the great Armand Zildjian. Paul talks about his early years of developing cymbal ideas with legendary drummers like Elvin Jones, … Continue reading John DeChristopher Live From My Drum Room With Paul Francis →

Drummer’s Review Here’s our latest review looking at a Dixon Artisan Series 5-piece shell pack, featuring… 22″ x 18″ Bass Drum, 10″ x 8″ Rack Tom, 12″ x 9″ Rack Tom, 16″ x 16″ Floor Tom, 14″ x 6.5″ Snare Drum, All Constructed From 6-ply, 4mm North American Ultra Maple Shells, Mystic Crimson Finish Die … Continue reading Dixon Artisan Shell Pack – Drummer’s Review →

Drummer’s Review Big Country legend Mark Brzezicki will be appearing at The UK Drum Show 2023 in association with Natal Drums Sunday 1st October at the ACC Liverpool. Mark Brzezicki is known as one of the UK’s most respected and prolific drummers. He first found fame with the band Big Country in the early 1980’s, … Continue reading Mark Brzezicki Joins Line-up at The UK Show 2023 →

Modern Drummer Magazine Modern Drummer is teaming up with Consequence and Yurt Rock in search of the next great funk musician. Here’s how it works: Courtesy of Yurt Rock, contestants can download a free Clyde Stubblefield drum pack. As James Brown’s drummer, Stubblefield is not just one of the most influential musicians in history; he’s … Continue reading Modern Drummer is in Search of the Next Great Funk Musician →

Drummer’s Review Sunday 19th of February 2023 at the Lighthouse, Poole at 1pm, the longstanding and established event ‘Young Drummer Of The Year’ hosted and organised by Mike Dolbear, returns for its 21st year, brings finalists together for the competition finale. The inaugural competition kicked off in October 2001 when a story was posted on … Continue reading Young Drummer Of The Year – 21 Years Of Young Drumming Talent →

Drummer’s Review Educator, motivator and one of the most enthusiastic characters you will ever meet, Tony McNally will be showcasing his new 2023 Silent Travel Pad Delux at The UK Drum Show. “ToneAlly are delighted to announce their latest innovation.  The new ‘Silent’ Travel Pad Delux is soon to be launched and we can’t wait … Continue reading ToneAlly Debuts Travel Pad for 2023 →

Modern Drummer Magazine John’s guest is world renowned drummer, educator and author, John Riley. John talks about his 30 plus years as the drummer with the legendary Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, his early studies with Joe Morello, and his long association with Manhattan School of Music. They also do a deep dive into John’s new book, … Continue reading John DeChristopher Live From My Drum Room With John Riley →

Drummer’s Review Organisers of The UK Drum Show are thrilled to welcome Canadian drum builders Ebenor for 2023, complimenting new and returning exhibitors to the UK’s largest drum gathering at the ACC Liverpool. EBENOR PERCUSSION, is a daring and passionate drum company, manufacturing beautiful and very unique drums in Saint-Sebastian-de-Frontenac, Quebec, Canada. Growing up, company … Continue reading Ebenor Percussion Heads To The UK Drum Show 2023 →

Drummer’s Review There’s no doubt that the sound of the DrumCraft Series 6 is in a class of its own, but the high-quality satin finishes and satin chrome hardware also make the drums real eye-catchers. The previous palette of two high-gloss and two satin finishes is now supplemented by two brand-new finishes: Satin Black to … Continue reading New DrumCraft Series 6 Finishes! →

Modern Drummer Magazine A new era of Modern Drummer is upon us, with a return to print, a refreshed website, an updated membership program, and more! As of January 1st, 2023, Modern Drummer is under new management, having merged with Consequence Media. In the short term, we will be publishing print issues on a bi-monthly … Continue reading A New Era of Modern Drummer is Upon Us + A Gift To Existing Subscribers →