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Dom Famularo  /  Feature Stories
The Grass Is Greenest Under Your Feet
Dom Famularo, drumming's global ambassador, used to have a stammer and low self-esteem. He explains why you should live in the now.

Brian Tichy  /  Drummers
How To Play Triplets Like Bonham
In this quick lesson, Brian Tichy teaches you how to play the legendary Bonham triplets.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Aric Improta: Quarantine Dream
Aric Improta (Night Verses/Fever 333) is an incredible drummer-showman. Listen to the episode about quarantine, social media, and more.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Chris Paprota: Step By Step
Why do some drummers achieve fame while others don't? Chris Paprota (Gnarbot) talks about this, the Meinl Festival, and motivation.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Maison Guidry: The Real You
Maison Guidry (Jonathan Scales Fourchestra) is a multi-instrumentalist whose insights on life and creativity shouldn't be missed.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
JT Bates: The Art Between Man And Machine
JT Bates found out after the fact that three tracks he'd recorded were for Taylor Swift's album, Folklore. Listen to the story!

Dorothea Taylor  /  Feature Stories
The Drum Set Can Wait
Dorothea cut her teeth in an award-winning Michigan drum corps in the '60s. Here's why she's glad she didn't start on the drum set.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Yoni Madar: Simple Is Not Simple
Yoni Madar is breaking new ground in drumming.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Dylan Wissing: Go With The Tide
Dylan Wissing (Kanye West, Eminem, Jay-Z) explains why being a musician isn't as glamorous as you might think it is.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Daru Jones: It Comes From Above
Daru Jones (Jack White, Pete Rock, Black Milk) shares his pandemic experience, how to know your worth, and other pro drummer insights.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Greyson Nekrutman: I Apologize To Absolutely No One
He's only 18, but he already knows how far hard work can take a drummer. Listen to the episode - you might learn a lot.

Raghav Mehrotra  /  Drummers
6 Tips To Crush Your First Live Drumming Gig
Nervous about performing live for the first time? These tips should put your mind at ease.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Andy Prado Jr.: All In
Andy Prado Jr. (Coevality, Sabrina Claudio) talks about the sacrifices he's had to make for his drumming career.

Anika Nilles  /  Feature Stories
It’s Never Too Late
Anika Nilles dealt with confidence issues and multiple failures on her way to becoming a pro drummer. It's never too late.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Matt Greiner: Building Your Home
Matt talks about August Burns Red, how to lead a more peaceful life, and other things you should hear about when times are tough.

Jared Falk  /  Drummers
Drumming In TV & Movies: Did They Do It Right?
Are these actors actually drumming, or are they faking it? We break down and discuss a dozen Hollywood drum scenes.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Aaron Comess: Past, Present, Future
In this interview with Aaron Comess of Spin Doctors, you'll hear about his time with Bernard Purdie, truthful playing and more.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
El Estepario Siberiano: I Don’t Have A Goal
El Estepario Siberiano is surprised at how well his videos have done on social media. Listen to his first ever podcast interview!

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Norbert Saemann: All About Meinl
There isn't much info out there about Meinl's company history. Until now. Listen to this interview with A&R rep Norbert Saemann.

Aric Improta  /  Feature Stories
It Wasn’t The Right Time
Five 'lost' drum-offs. Sketchy sleeping quarters. Three canceled tours. Aric Improta had to be patient before he finally struck gold.

Brian Frasier-Moore  /  Podcasts
Brian Frasier-Moore: #BFMThoughts Part 2
BFM has worked with some of the biggest names in pop. How has the pandemic has affected his plans? How will he use VR in his teaching?

Heather Thomas  /  Drum Fills
7 Steps To Better Drum Fills
Drummer and singer-songwriter, Heather Thomas breaks down the simplest and most melodic way to write drum fills.

Glen Sobel  /  Full Lessons
The Secret To The Perfect Arena Rock Snare Sound
Did you know you can get Alice Cooper's epic snare sound without changing your gear? Check out this full lesson with Glen Sobel!

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Stephen Taylor: Show Up And Be Yourself
Stephen Taylor talks about Stephen's Drum Shed, how to make your strengths stronger and more.

Samantha Landa  /  Drummers
Father’s Day Tips For Drummer Dads
How can dads find time to play drums? How can you keep the volume down at home? Check out this special Father's Day article.

Jared Falk  /  Drummers
Practice Spaces Of The Pros
Where do pro drummers practice? Watch 10 of your favorite players take you on a tour of their home studios.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Gregory Storey: Tourette’s Makes Me Who I am
Gregory Storey ('mrgregles') is a successful Twitch streamer who uses drumming to help control his Tourette Syndrome.

Samantha Landa  /  Health
How Drumming Tamed His Tourette’s
Twitch streamer Greg Storey (aka 'mrgregles') found that drumming completely stopped his tics.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Casey Cooper: Do What You Love
Casey (coop3rdrumm3r) has a huge social media following. In this episode, he talks about the financial realities of being a massive YouTube drummer.

Chris Coleman  /  Feature Stories
Use Your Pain As Fuel
Chris Coleman tried to kill his passion for drums. Winning the Guitar Center Drum-Off helped him see the light in the darkness.

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