The Modern Drummer Podcast

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss their techniques for tuning snare drums. The featured artist is R&B/pop/fusion great Chris Coleman. Up for review is the Nord Drum 3P multipad.

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss their techniques for tuning drums. The featured artist is Poison’s Rikki Rockett. Up for review is a 6×14 stave-shell cherry snare from Sugar Percussion. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription: moderndrummer-com.go-vip.net/subscribe/

Dream Cymbals: https://dreamcymbals.com/

Rikki Rockett: www.rikkirockett.com/

Sugar Percussion: sugarpercussion.com/

Tune-Bot tuning calculator: tune-bot.com/calculator.html

Dave DiCenso’s “Using Your Mind to Improve Your Time”

Other mentions in Episode 93:

@DreamCymbals

@RikkiRockett

@Poison

@SugarPercussion

@TuneBotDrum

DaveDicensodrums

Modern Drummer Podcast With Mike and Mike is a show that explores the topics that drummers love the most. Sit in during weekly conversations between Modern Drummer managing editor, Mike Dawson, and MikesLessons.com founder and MD columnist, Mike Johnston, as they geek out on drumming technique, practice methods, and favorite exercises and offer insight on the latest gear and industry happenings. For additional episodes visit: moderndrummer.com/mikeandmikepodcast

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss their techniques for tuning drums. The featured artist is Poison's Rikki Rockett. Up for review is a 6x14 stave-shell cherry snare from Sugar Percussion.

The post Episode 93: Rikki Rockett, Bass Drum Tuning, Sugar Percussion Cherry Snare, and More appeared first on Modern Drummer Magazine.

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss some of the ways they like to orchestrate groove on the drumset. The featured artist is Medeski Martin & Wood’s Billy Martin. Up for review is a Semi-Solid mahogany/poplar drumset by Bucks County. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Billy Martin: www.billymartin.net/

Bucks County Semi-Solid Mahogany/Poplar drumset demo

Yamaha HPH-MT8 headphones.

Modern Drummer Podcast With Mike and Mike is a show that explores the topics that drummers love the most. Sit in during weekly conversations between Modern Drummer managing editor, Mike Dawson, and MikesLessons.com founder and MD columnist, Mike Johnston, as they geek out on drumming technique, practice methods, and favorite exercises and offer insight on the latest gear and industry happenings. For additional episodes visit: moderndrummer.com/mikeandmikepodcast

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss some of the ways they like to orchestrate groove on the drumset. The featured artist is Medeski Martin & Wood's Billy Martin.

The post Episode 92: Orchestrating Grooves, MMW's Billy Martin, Bucks Co. Mahogany Kit, and More appeared first on Modern Drummer Magazine.

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss Rival Sons’ Michael Miley. In the education segment, the hosts share some of their favorite ways to incorporate left-foot splashes on the hi-hat. Up for review are Vic Firth’s new Modern Jazz Collection sticks. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription: https://moderndrummer.com/subscribe/

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Rival Sons: www.rivalsons.com

Vic Firth Modern Jazz Collection demo: moderndrummer-com.go-vip.net

Modern Drummer Podcast With Mike and Mike is a show that explores the topics that drummers love the most. Sit in during weekly conversations between Modern Drummer managing editor, Mike Dawson, and MikesLessons.com founder and MD columnist, Mike Johnston, as they geek out on drumming technique, practice methods, and favorite exercises and offer insight on the latest gear and industry happenings. For additional episodes visit: moderndrummer.com/mikeandmikepodcast

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss Rival Sons' Michael Miley. In the education segment, the hosts share some of their favorite ways to incorporate left-foot splashes on the hi-hat. Up for review are Vic Firth's new Modern Jazz Collection sticks.

The post Episode 91: Michael Miley, Hi-Hat Splashes, Vic Firth MJC Sticks, and More appeared first on Modern Drummer Magazine.

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss June cover artist, German drum star Anika Nilles. In the education segment, the hosts share some thoughts on how to play melodically on the drumset. Up for review is the K Custom Special Dry series from Zildjian. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription: https://moderndrummer.com/subscribe/

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Anika Nilles: https://www.anikanilles.com/

Zildjian K Custom Special Dry series demo.

Peter Erskine video lesson: https://vimeo.com/moderndrummermag/

Modern Drummer Podcast With Mike and Mike is a show that explores the topics that drummers love the most. Sit in during weekly conversations between Modern Drummer managing editor, Mike Dawson, and MikesLessons.com founder and MD columnist, Mike Johnston, as they geek out on drumming technique, practice methods, and favorite exercises and offer insight on the latest gear and industry happenings. For additional episodes visit: moderndrummer.com/mikeandmikepodcast

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss June cover artist, German drum star Anika Nilles. In the education segment, the hosts share some thoughts on how to play melodically on the drumset.

The post Episode 90: Anika Nilles, Playing Melodically, Zildjian K Custom Special Dry Series, and More appeared first on Modern Drummer Magazine.

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss powerhouse drummer Brann Dailor of modern metal band Mastodon. In the education segment, the hosts share some of their favorite exercises for developing finger control. Up for review is the G Drive series bass drum pedals from Gibraltar. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription: moderndrummer-com.go-vip.net/subscribe/

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Mastodon: www.mastodonrocks.com

Gibraltar Stealth G-Drive pedals: www.youtube.com

Jojo Mayer “Changing Time” documentary: www.youtube.com

Modern Drummer Podcast With Mike and Mike is a show that explores the topics that drummers love the most. Sit in during weekly conversations between Modern Drummer managing editor, Mike Dawson, and MikesLessons.com founder and MD columnist, Mike Johnston, as they geek out on drumming technique, practice methods, and favorite exercises and offer insight on the latest gear and industry happenings. For additional episodes visit: moderndrummer.com/mikeandmikepodcast

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy