Category Archives: Artists
Bill Ward at 77: The Heavy Metal Pioneer Who’s Still Rocking
Bill Ward expanded what a rock drummer could be, bridging jazz, blues, and pure raw [...]
Jul
Clive Burr: The Thunder Behind Iron Maiden’s Early Roar
Clive Burr may have only been with Iron Maiden for a few short years, but [...]
Jul
Jeff Porcaro’s Groove Legacy: From Toto to a Thousand Tracks
Jeff Porcaro wasn’t just a drummer—he was a craftsman of groove, a magician of feel, [...]
Jul
Echoes of the Drum: The Life and Legacy of Nick Mason
In a genre often filled with egos and excess, Nick Mason stands as a model [...]
Jun
From Moon to Oasis: The Rhythm of Zak Starkey
In a world of overplaying and quantization, Zak Starkey reminds us what it means to [...]
May
Dominic Howard: The Pulse Behind Muse
Dominic Howard’s drumming is the quiet force that often goes unspoken amidst Muse’s grandeur, but [...]
May
Kenny Clarke: The Man Who Changed Jazz Drumming
As one of the most influential figures in jazz history, Kenny Clarke will always be [...]
Mar
Nic Collins: A New Era of Drumming Excellence
Nic Collins may have grown up in the shadow of his legendary father, Phil Collins, [...]
Mar
Tré Cool: The Pulse of Punk Rock
Tré Cool is a dynamic force whose passion for rhythm has helped define modern punk [...]
Feb
Danny Barcelona, The Little Filipino Boy
From his humble beginnings in Hawaii to his role as Louis Armstrong’s trusted drummer, Barcelona’s [...]
Feb
Hal Blaine: The Unsung Hero Behind The Hits
Hal Blaine was more than a drummer, he was an architect of sound, helping shape [...]
Feb
Ross Garfield: The Drum Doctor
Ross Garfield's ability to craft and customize drum kits tailored to each artist's needs has [...]
Jan
Keith Moon: The Beat Behind the Madness
Keith Moon’s drumming wasn’t just about keeping time; it was about driving the music forward [...]
Jan
Elvin Jones and The Evolution of Jazz Drumming
Elvin Jones is remembered as a master of his craft, someone who pushed the boundaries [...]
Jan
Dr. Steve Gadd: The Master of Groove
He is more than just a drummer, he’s a musical visionary whose influence stretches across [...]
Dec
Peter Erskine: The Beat Behind Fusion and Jazz Evolution
Erskine’s drumming is defined by a delicate balance of technical mastery, deep musicality, and an [...]
Dec
Rick Allen: The Thunder God Who Defied the Odds
Rick Allen's story is one of resilience, creativity, and passion. He remains a legend in [...]
Nov
Rhythm and Royalty: The Sheila E. Legacy
Sheila E. continues to perform, record, and mentor young musicians, sharing her passion for rhythm [...]
Oct
Baby Dodds: The Pioneer of Jazz Drumming
He was one of the first drummers to be recorded in the studio, and his [...]
Oct
Cindy Blackman Santana: From Jazz Roots to Rock Stardom
Cindy Blackman Santana remains an influential figure for musicians worldwide, particularly for women in drumming, [...]
Sep
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