The Modern Drummer Podcast

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss the different definitions of dynamics as it relates to drumming, and then they talk about featured artist Shannon Forrest, who is current touring with pop/rock icons Toto. Up for review is the Bosphorus 20th Anniversary cymbal series. After answering a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week. ...

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In this episode, Mike and Mike go through their strategies for learning and internalizing new licks on the drumset. The featured artist is Smashing Pumpkins’ Jimmy Chamberlin, and the gear review section focuses on Beier’s unique 6.5×15 steel snare. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Jimmy Chamberlin and Sakae Drums: http://sakaedrums.com/en/artists/jimmy_chamberlin/

Beier 6.5×15 steel snare demo: https://vimeo.com/moderndrummermag/review/165308699/b094cb063c

Beier Drums: http://www.beierdrums.com/

Progressive Independence: Jazzbook: http://moderndrummer.storenvy.com/collections/1120209-books-print/products/13405068-progressive-independence-jazz-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

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In this episode, Mike and Mike go through their strategies for learning and internalizing new licks on the drumset. The featured artist is Smashing Pumpkins' Jimmy Chamberlin, and the gear review section focuses on Beier's unique 6.5x15 steel snare. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

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The Modern Drummer Podcast With Mike and Mike Episode 55: Charting Songs, Alex Rudinger, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss various ways to chart songs for gigs, sessions, and lessons, and then they talk about up-and-coming progressive metal drummer Alex Rüdinger. In the gear review section, Dawson goes over the limited edition Modern Drummer 40th-Anniversary 5.5×14 single-ply maple snare. 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

MyFitnessPal app: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/mobile/iphone

Alex Rüdinger: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC49gv47lBXOGdVLqlmxxyxQ

40th-Anniversary 5.5×14 Maple Snare: https://youtu.be/qNkElgFbxkY

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“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 various ways to chart songs for gigs, sessions, and lessons, and then they talk about up-and-coming progressive metal drummer Alex Rüdinger. In the gear review section, Dawson goes over the limited edition Modern Drummer 40th-Anniversary 5.5x14 single-ply maple snare. After fielding several listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week....

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The Modern Drummer Podcast With Mike and Mike Episode 54: Developing a Drum Solo, Zildjian S Family, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss several techniques for developing a musical drum solo. The featured artist is former Violent Femmes drummer Victor DeLorenzo, who is currently leading a creative duo called Nineteen Thirteen. The gear review section focuses on Zildjian’s new b12-alloy S Family cymbals. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

September 2016 issue of Modern Drummer: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/07/september-2016-issue-modern-drummer-magazine-featuring-snarky-puppys-robert-sput-searight-larnell-lewis-jason-jt-thomas/

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Zildjian S Family cymbals demo: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/07/video-demo-zildjian-s-family-cymbals/

Clapping Music iOS app: http://clappingmusicapp.com/

 

“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 several techniques for developing a musical drum solo. The featured artist is former Violent Femmes drummer Victor DeLorenzo, who is currently leading a creative duo called Nineteen Thirteen. The gear review section focuses on Zildjian's new b12-alloy S Family cymbals. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week....

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The Modern Drummer Podcast With Mike and Mike Episode 53: Larnell Lewis, Tama Superstar Classic, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike ways to be more creative on the drumset, and then discussion Modern Drummer cover artist Larnell Lewis of the fusion/R&B band Snarky Puppy. In the gear review section, Dawson shares his experience with the new Tama Superstar Classic drumset. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

September 2016 Issue of Modern Drummer magazine featuring Snarky Puppy’s Robert “Sput” Searight, Larnell Lewis, and Jason “JT” Thomas

: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/07/september-2016-issue-modern-drummer-magazine-featuring-snarky-puppys-robert-sput-searight-larnell-lewis-jason-jt-thomas/

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Tama Superstar Classic drumset demo: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/07/video-demo-tama-superstar-classic-drumset/

Steve Reich’s “Clapping Music”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzkOFJMI5i8

“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 ways to be more creative on the drumset, and then discussion Modern Drummer cover artist Larnell Lewis of the fusion/R&B band Snarky Puppy. In the gear review section, Dawson shares his experience with the new Tama Superstar Classic drumset. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

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The Modern Drummer Podcast With Mike and Mike Episode 52: Building Hand Speed, Twenty One Pilots’ Josh Dun, and More

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss their favorite exercises for developing hand speed. This week’s featured artist is Josh Dun of the popular rock/pop duo Twenty One Pilots. In the gear review section, Dawson discusses the Porter & Davies BC Gigster drum throne and seat kicker. After fielding several listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

August 2016 issue of Modern Drummer: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/06/august-2016-modern-drummer-magazine-featuring-slipknots-jay-weinberg/

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Master Studies: http://moderndrummer.storenvy.com/products/13412841-master-studies-book

Twenty One Pilots: http://www.twentyonepilots.com/

Porter & Davies BC Gigster: http://www.porteranddavies.co.uk/GigsterOverviewPage.html

“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