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.

AN EDITOR’S OVERVIEW

Modern Drummer Magazine

Klook-Mop: A Rhythmic Signature of Bebop

Brian Thompson: Rack ‘em Up!

NEW & NOTABLE • SABIAN MENTORSHIP AWARD, DW SOUNDWORKS EXPANSION PACK, NEW PORTER & DAVIES ENDORSERS

ddrum E-FLEX BT9 Electronic Drums

ZAC FARRO UNLEASHED: A LEGEND IN THE MAKING

Joey Mullen: Crafting the Rhythm Behind Paramore’s Explosive Sound

THE GUMBO GROOVE • New Orleans Legend: Johnny Vidacovich You Play What’s Pertinent to the Music!

LESLIE MANDOKI: LIVING HIS DREAMS

A DIFFERENT VIEW • Joe Boyd: And the Routes of Rhythm Remain: A Journey Through Global Music.

Dennis Chambers’ solo from John Scofield’s “Pick Hits”

Master Studies: Stroke Combination Studies, 7 Stroke Roll Combinations

The Curse Of The Expert

The Encyclopedia of Double Bass Drumming: Power Three’s

Vocabulary Development Essentials Part 2: Embellishing Hand & Foot Combinations

Understanding the Language of Music: Chord Extentions

The 2024 Music City Drum Show

1929 Leedy Conn Tuxedo Trap Set with Butterfly Silhouette Painted Head

OUT NOW • Modern Drummer is spotlighting new recordings that have the drums at the center of their sound. These recordings might be drummer-led, or just include high-quality, special, or unique drumming and musical performances from the drummer and/or musicians in the band. This column is not restricted to only recordings, we will also be spotlighting new books and DVD’s that are being released. We encourage our readers to listen to the recordings that inspire them and keep looking for new musical avenues to explore. You’ll never know what new music you might find inspiring! Listen and learn.

HAND-PICKED VIYNL

Dirk Verbeuren’s Megadeth Touring Kit