Modern Drummer Magazine

Modern Drummer is the world’s most widely read drum magazine, is dedicated entirely to the art of drumming and caters to the needs of amateur, semi-pro, and professional drummers. Every month MD features entertaining interviews with the world’s most popular drummers from all styles of music; interviews that delve into playing techniques, equipment, and musical concepts. The publication also reports on industry trends and activities, plus new drum products, publications, and recordings, and industry events. A roster of over 35 educational departments, authored by leaders in the field, offers readers practical playing tips and advice on topics that encompass all phases of drumming.

The Power of Yes and No

Modern Drummer Magazine

Music Key

Jack Magnet Science

KIT OF THE MONTH

NEW & NOTABLE • NEW PEARL TOM MOUNTING SYSTEM, NEW COLORS FROM PORTER & DAVIES, NEW 64 AUDIO IEM.

Yamaha Tour Custom Maple Shells • One Beautifully Cohesive Instrument

Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson • Trying to Dial Back the “King of Yes”

MARLON SIMON • BLENDING JAZZ WITH THE DRUMMING OF SOUTH AMERICA

The Drummers of the Sick New World Festival • Sean Kinney Tim Alexander Matt Nicholls Ilan Rubin Nick Folio Gunnar Olsen

FLORRIE • The British Pop Drummer is Lost No More!

TONY WILLIAMS : FRED

Buzz Roll Studies: Triplets with Buzz Rolls

The Sound Crafter

The Encyclopedia of Double Bass Drumming • Double Bass Drumming in The Blues

The Bass Drum Owners Manual • Mastering the Art of Weight Distribution Part Two: Achieving Ultimate Control on the Bass Drum

Duet 17

Frank Ferrer’s Guns ‘N’ Roses Pork Pie Drums

OUT NOW!

Nick Buda’s Kenny Chesney Touring Kit