Tag Archives: Drummer

Aynsley Dunbar: The Drummer Who Powered Rock’s Greatest Journeys

From the blues clubs of England to the world's largest stages, Aynsley Dunbar consistently proved [...]

How to Soundcheck Drums

Learn how to soundcheck drums before a live show: drum setup, line check, microphones, stage [...]

What Is the Role of the Drummer in a Band?

Discover the essential role of the drummer in a band: shaping the song structure, keeping [...]

Cozy Powell: The Thunderous Legacy of Rock’s Powerhouse Drummer

Cozy Powell elevated drumming to new heights and ensured that percussion wasn’t just the background—it [...]

Vinnie Colaiuta: The Chameleon of Drumming

Vinnie Colaiuta is often called a “drummer’s drummer.” He has won Modern Drummer magazine’s reader [...]

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, [...]

Tré Cool: The Pulse of Punk Rock

Tré Cool is a dynamic force whose passion for rhythm has helped define modern punk [...]

Hal Blaine: The Unsung Hero Behind The Hits

Hal Blaine was more than a drummer, he was an architect of sound, helping shape [...]

Ross Garfield: The Drum Doctor

Ross Garfield's ability to craft and customize drum kits tailored to each artist's needs has [...]

Dr. Steve Gadd: The Master of Groove

He is more than just a drummer, he’s a musical visionary whose influence stretches across [...]

Rhythm and Royalty: The Sheila E. Legacy

Sheila E. continues to perform, record, and mentor young musicians, sharing her passion for rhythm [...]

Mike Portnoy: The Mastermind of Modern Drumming

His work with Dream Theater helped define the progressive metal genre, and his contributions to [...]

Zac Farro: The Rhythmic Heartbeat of Paramore

Zac Farro’s drumming is a cornerstone of Paramore's distinctive sound, embodying a perfect blend of [...]

Aaron Spears, a versatile drummer

His ability to seamlessly blend intricate patterns, powerful grooves, and tasteful dynamics set him apart [...]

Ginger Baker, Rock’s First Superstar Drummer

Ginger Baker was well-known for his work in the 1960s and 1970s. He pioneered jazz [...]

Gene Krupa. Drummer. Matinée Idol. Legend.

Gene Krupa brought “many firsts” when it comes to drumming. And according to Modern Drumming [...]

Who is Andy Newmark, the American session drummer?

Andy Newmark, one of the finest leading drummers and percussionists since 1967 up to the [...]

Buddy Rich – The American Jazz Drummer

With his power, speed, and agility, he’s probably the greatest jazz drummer of all time! [...]

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Sound of Drums

Learn to recognize the different sounds of a drum kit by ear with audio examples [...]

Remembering The Wembley Whammer, Charlie Watts

The English musician who became the well-known drummer of The Rolling Stones, and was also [...]