The Modern Drummer Podcast

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss the gear and accessories they make sure to take with them to every gig. The featured artist is original Santana drummer Michael Shrieve. Up for review is a trio of workhorse snares from Canopus. Then after answering a couple listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss Wilco drummer Glenn Kotche’s solo drum composition “Monkey Chant.” Then they share some ideas for how to apply the exercises from the classic book Stick Control to the drumset. The featured artist is UK session great Ash Soan. Up for review is Gretsch’s 5×14 hammered black-steel snare. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

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

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Glenn Kotche’s “Monkey Chant”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwekSyWxcgg

Gretsch drum demo: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/10/video-demo-gretsch-renown-rn2-drumset-full-range-hammered-black-steel-snare/

Black Widow Drum Web: http://www.blackwidowdrumweb.com/

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss Wilco drummer Glenn Kotche's solo drum composition "Monkey Chant." Then they share some ideas for how to apply the exercises from the classic book Stick Control to the drumset. The featured artist is UK session great Ash Soan. Up for review is Gretsch's 5×14 hammered black-steel snare. After [...]

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Episode 65: Ralph Peterson, Zildjian Avedis Series, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike share two more of their favorite drum tracks before diving into the topic of practicing and knowing when to move on. Next they crack open the December 2016 issue of Modern Drummer and discuss jazz great Ralph Peterson, who’s featured on the cover. Up for review this week is Zildjian’s vintage-style Avedis series. After fielding several 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

Matt Chamberlain on “African Crowley”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_gZ-RLBbt0

Glenn Kotche’s “Monkey Chant”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwekSyWxcgg

Zildjian Avedis series demo:

https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/10/video-demo-zildjian-avedis-series-cymbals/

 

Regal Tip Blast Ex Stick Mallet: http://www.regaltip.com/products/mallets/mallets/blast-ex-stick-mallet

 

“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 share two more of their favorite drum tracks before diving into the topic of practicing and knowing when to move on. Next they crack open the December 2016 issue of Modern Drummer and discuss jazz great Ralph Peterson, who's featured on the cover. Up for review this week is Zildjian's vintage-style Avedis series. After fielding several listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

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Episode 64: Odd-Time Songs, Dynamics, Yamaha Recording Custom, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike share two of their favorite odd-time songs, and then they discuss the importance of dynamics in drumming. The featured artist is Halsey/Ryan Adams’ Nate Lotz. The gear review section focuses on Yamaha’s revamped Recording Custom drumset. After answering several 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

Nate Lotz: www.natelotz.com

Yamaha Recording Custom demo: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/09/video-demo-yamaha-recording-custom-drumset/

Hydro Flask: http://www.hydroflask.com/?gclid=CO2zibSa6s8CFRdahgodFycKVQ

 

“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 share two of their favorite odd-time songs, and then they discuss the importance of dynamics in drumming. The featured artist is Halsey/Ryan Adams' Nate Lotz. The gear review section focuses on Yamaha's revamped Recording Custom drumset. After answering several listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

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In this episode, Mike and Mike share their thoughts on proper seat height. The featured artist is Paul Wandtke of the metal band Trivium. The gear review section focuses on Paiste's humongous 26" Giant Beat crash-ride. After fielding several audio questions from listeners and sharing their picks of the week, the hosts select this week's contest winner of a free Modern Drummer subscription, an MD stick bag, and a brick of Vater's Mike Johnston signature sticks.

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Episode 63: Seat Heights, 26″ Giant Beat, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike share their thoughts on proper seat height. The featured artist is Paul Wandtke of the metal band Trivium. The gear review section focuses on Paiste’s humongous 26″ Giant Beat crash-ride. After fielding several audio questions from listeners and sharing their picks of the week, the hosts select this week’s contest winner of a free Modern Drummer subscription, an MD stick bag, and a brick of Vater’s Mike Johnston signature sticks.

Show Notes

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

The November issue of Modern Drummer magazine featuring Will Calhoun: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-hnt

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Paiste 26″ Giant Beat demo: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/09/video-demo-paiste-26-giant-beat-2002-17-sound-edge-hi-hats/

Paul Wandtke: http://www.paulwandtke.com/

Headspace app: https://www.headspace.com/signup?utm_source=google-b&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=US&utm_content=headspace_app&origintoken=google-b&gclid=CLum1L_H2s8CFZdbhgodNToJdg

 

“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

 

Episode 62: Bass Drum Technique, Brad Wilk, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike dig into the November 2016 issue of Modern Drummer and discuss alt-rock great Brad Wilk and some interesting titanium and bronze snares from Van Kleef. The education topic this week is developing bass drum technique. After fielding several audio questions from listeners, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

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

The November issue of Modern Drummer magazine featuring Will Calhoun: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-hnt

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Van Kleef snare demos: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/09/video-demo-van-kleef-titanium-b20-bronze-snares/

Zach Danziger’s Edit Bunker: https://www.facebook.com/EditBunker/?fref=ts

 

“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