The Modern Drummer Podcast

In this episode, Mike and Mike catch up after attending Winter NAMM and then share two of their all-time favorite drum fills. The featured artist is Ray Luzier of the band Korn.

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss February 2017 featured artist Blair Sinta, who recently toured with renowned singer Josh Groban and has been a staple on the LA studio scene for twenty-plus years. The hosts also discuss drumset ergonomics and how to balance comfort and aesthetics to prevent injury. Up for review are several signature ride cymbals from Paiste. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription website

Mike Johnston’s website

Blair Sinta

Paiste signature rides

Rhythm: What Is It and How to Improve Your Sense of It

The 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 February 2017 featured artist Blair Sinta, who recently toured with renowned singer Josh Groban and has been a staple on the LA studio scene for twenty-plus years.

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss February 2017 Modern Drummer cover artist Stella Mozgawa of the indie-rock band Warpaint. They also dig into the topic of transcribing drum parts from recordings and how to get the most from them. Up for review is UK-based company Natal’s new Café Racer bebop drumset. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Subscribe to Modern Drummer magazine.

Mike Johnston’s Mikeslessons.com.

Stella Mozgawa mini-documentaries: Stella Mozgawa, Guitar Center Presents: Stella Mozgawa.

Warpaint live at Bonnaroo show.

Natal Café Racer video demo

Stick Technique book.

The 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

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss February 2017Modern Drummer cover artist Stella Mozgawa of the indie-rock band Warpaint. They also dig into the topic of transcribing drum parts from recordings and how to get the most from them.

The post Episode 75: Stella Mozgawa, Transcribing Drum Parts, Natal Café Racer, and More appeared first on Modern Drummer Magazine.

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss their all-time favorite hi-hat cymbals. The featured artist is German drummer Benny Greb. Up for review is the Audio-Technica AT2020USBi digital microphone, which connects directly to iOS devices with a lightning port. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription: secure.ablesoftsolutions.com/pdmg/SecurePages/NewSub.aspx?pi=MDRM

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Benny Greb “Just Groovin’” video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=VB0nUBRBgJg

Audio-Technica AT2020USBi mic: www.audio-technica.com/cms/wired_mics/50c0cbe703025c75/

Tama Classic Stand: www.tama.com/product/hardware_data.php?year=2016&area=2&id=48

The 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

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss their all-time favorite hi-hat cymbals. The featured artist is German drummer Benny Greb. Up for review is the Audio-Technica AT2020USBi digital microphone, which connects directly to iOS devices with a lightning port. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

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In this episode, Mike and Mike talk about different things you can apply to your snare drum to change the sound. They also wrap up 2016 with a discussion on renewing goals. Up for review is a DW Collector’s Series Cherry/Mahogany drumset. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription: https://secure.ablesoftsolutions.com/pdmg/SecurePages/NewSub.aspx?pi=MDRM

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Snare effects demo: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/11/video-demo-snare-drum-effect-16-add-ons-to-quickly-modify-tone/

DW Cherry/Mahogany drumset demo: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/11/video-demo-dw-collectors-series-cherrymahogany-drumset/

The Commandments of the Half-Time Shuffle: http://www.alfred.com/products/Zoro–00-35137.aspx

 

The 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

In this episode, Mike and Mike talk about different things you can apply to your snare drum to change the sound. They also wrap up 2016 with a discussion on renewing goals. Up for review is a DW Collector's Series Cherry/Mahogany drumset. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss some of the current and past trends in drum gear. The featured artist is Guns n’ Roses’ Frank Ferrer. Up for review is the DrumLite LED system. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription: https://secure.ablesoftsolutions.com/pdmg/SecurePages/NewSub.aspx?pi=MDRM

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

DrumLite LED system demo: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/11/video-demo-drumlite-led-system/

Grover Pro non-spiral snare wires: http://groverpro.com/product/snare-wires

The 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