The Modern Drummer Podcast

In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss how they structure a student's first few drum lessons, and they talk about German drummer Claus Hessler, who is featured in the June 2016 issue of Modern Drummer. In the gear review section, the hosts talk about some cool solid-shell snares from relative newcomer Doc Sweeny Drums. The show concludes with a few listener questions and picks of the week.

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss Cuban-born/LA-based monster drummer Jimmy Branly, who’s featured in the June 2016 issue of Modern Drummer. The hosts then discuss their approach to constructing a groove to a new song. Johnston demos the Modern Drummer 40th-Anniversary 3-ply snare, and Dawson discusses and demos the Masterwork Jazz Master and Valena cymbals, which are reviewed in the June 2016 issue. After fielding several listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week. 

Show Notes

June 2016 issue of Modern Drummer: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/04/peter-erskine-modern-drummer-magazine-june-2016/

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Jimmy Branly book: http://www.amazon.com/Method-Afro-Cuban-Drumming-Book-Audio/dp/0634086863/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1454369868&sr=8-1&keywords=jimmy+branly

Drumset Artists of Cuba clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4o5cK2QEIa4

Masterwork cymbals: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/04/video-demo-masterwork-jazz-master-valena-series-cymbals/

40th Anniversary 3-ply snare demo: https://vimeo.com/moderndrummermag/review/161199506/6a0c2bf08c

Promark Active Grip sticks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uX7S8wsGJF4

Oben TT-200 desktop tripod: http://www.obensupports.com/listing?category=17725

 

“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 Cuban-born/LA-based monster drummer Jimmy Branly, who's featured in the June 2016 issue of Modern Drummer. The hosts then discuss their approach to constructing a groove to a new song. Johnston demos the Modern Drummer 40th-Anniversary 3-ply snare, and Dawson discusses and demos the Masterwork Jazz Master and Valena cymbals, which are reviewed in the June 2016 issue. After fielding several listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss June Modern Drummer cover artist Peter Erskine and answer a few listener questions. In the gear review segment, the hosts share their thoughts, opinions, and experiences with Finnish drum company Kumu’s new Limited Series maple and mahogany kits. The show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

June 2016 issue of Modern Drummer: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/04/peter-erskine-modern-drummer-magazine-june-2016/

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Kumu Product Close-Up demos: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/04/video-demo-kumu-limited-series-maple-mahogany-drumsets/

Solomon sub mic: http://www.solomonmics.com

DJI Osmo camera/three-axis gimbal: http://www.dji.com/product/osmo

 

 

“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 June Modern Drummer cover artist Peter Erskine and answer a few listener questions. In the gear review segment, the hosts share their thoughts, opinions, and experiences with Finnish drum company Kumu's new Limited Series maple and mahogany kits. The show concludes with picks of the week....

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In this episode, Mike and Mike field a few listener questions, and then Johnston gives a detailed rundown of his two-mic recording and mixing process. In the education segment, the hosts discuss their thoughts and opinions on building independence over foot ostinatos. For gear reviews this week are Modern Drummer’s 40th Anniversary 3-ply 6.5×14 walnut/poplar/mahogany snare and Meinl’s 22″ Byzance Dark Big Apple ride. The show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

May 2016 issue of Modern Drummer: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/03/may-2016-issue-modern-drummer-featuring-andres-forero-hamilton/

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Modern Drummer 40th Anniversary Snares: contact [email protected] for more info.

 

“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 field a few listener questions, and then Johnston gives a detailed rundown of his two-mic recording and mixing process. In the education segment, the hosts discuss their thoughts and opinions on building independence over foot ostinatos. For gear reviews this week are Modern Drummer's 40th Anniversary 3-ply 6.5x14 walnut/poplar/mahogany snare and Meinl's 22" Byzance Dark Big Apple ride. The show concludes with picks of the week.

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In this episode, Mike and Mike answer more listener questions and then dig into Dawson’s two-mic setup and mixing process. The hosts then talk about which living drummer they’d like to take a lesson with and why. In the gear review section, Dawson discusses the 12″ Paiste Signature Combo Crisp Rhythmatist hi-hats. The show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

May 2016 issue of Modern Drummer: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/03/may-2016-issue-modern-drummer-featuring-andres-forero-hamilton/

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Paiste 12″ hi-hats demo: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/03/video-demo-paiste-signature-2002-602-rude-additions/#_

Tackle Instrument stick bags: http://tackleinstrument.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 answer more listener questions and then dig into Dawson's two-mic setup and mixing process. The hosts then talk about which living drummer they'd like to take a lesson with and why. In the gear review section, Dawson discusses the 12" Paiste Signature Combo Crisp Rhythmatist hi-hats. The show concludes with picks of the week.

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In this episode, Mike and Mike answer a few listener questions, discuss the paradiddle-diddle rudiment, and talk about featured artist, NYC-based session drummer Ron Thaler. Up for review are two Paiste ride cymbals, and the show concludes with the hosts’ picks of the week.

Show Notes

May 2016 issue of Modern Drummer: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/03/may-2016-issue-modern-drummer-featuring-andres-forero-hamilton/

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Paiste 602 and RUDE ride demos: https://www.moderndrummer.com/2016/03/video-demo-paiste-signature-2002-602-rude-additions/#_

Portraits in Rhythm: http://www.anthonyjcirone.com/Portraits-in-Rhythm_c_44.html

iPhone docking station: http://www.amazon.com/gofanco%C2%AE-Desktop-Charging-charging-wearable/dp/B014VODKRK/ref=sr_1_2?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1460728864&sr=1-2&keywords=7-port+desktop+usb+charging+station

 

“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