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Gregg Bissonette  /  Full Lessons
How Learning Jazz, Rock & Reggae Will Supercharge Your Drumming
Learn how skills transcend genres with Gregg Bissonette (David Lee Roth, Ringo Starr), one of today's most versatile drummers.

Seamus Evely  /  Drumeo Gab
Brian Tichy: They Don’t Make ‘Em Like They Used To
Brian Tichy (Whitesnake, Billy Idol, Foreigner) talks classic rock, the state of modern recordings, and his annual Bonzo Bash.

Jim Riley  /  Feature Stories
From Homeless To Rascal Flatts
Jim Riley was willing to do whatever it took to make it in Nashville - even if it meant living in his truck.

Jared Falk  /  Drummers
11 Things That Scare Drummers
If there's one thing that unites most drummers, it's our fears. Don't watch this video if you can't handle blood.

Seamus Evely  /  Drumeo Gab
Ryan Van Poederooyen: You’ve Got One Chance
Best known as a longtime drummer for Devin Townsend, Ryan talks about life, motivation, and how to set ourselves up for success.

Brian Cudina  /  Broadway Drummers
Rich Mercurio, Waitress
Rich worked with Sara Bareilles to create the songs for the musical Waitress. Here's what the process looked like.

Seamus Evely  /  Drumeo Gab
Jonathan “Sugarfoot” Moffett: Michael and Me
Jonathan Moffett was with Michael Jackson the night before he died. Don't miss this interview with MJ's longtime drummer and friend.

Juan Mendoza  /  Full Lessons
11 Ways To Make Rudiments Fun
In this video lesson, you'll learn 11 ways to adapt each rudiment to the drum set in a creative way.

Seamus Evely  /  Drumeo Gab
Dan Weiss: 98.9% Honesty
NYC drummer, tabla player and composer Dan Weiss talks about how we know if our work is any good, what it means to pay attention to detail, and more.

Samantha Landa  /  Cool Gigs
Street Drumming
Malik Stewart - aka Malik D.O.P.E. - is an accomplished freestyle street drummer from Washington DC. Find out why he went viral!

Seamus Evely  /  Drumeo Gab
Justin Brown: Submit To the Big Picture
World-class drummer Justin Brown talks about the idea of 'natural talent', patience, his debut album NYEUSI and more.

Tony Coleman  /  Feature Stories
When Dizz Threw Me In
Tony Coleman found himself thrown into the deep end when Dizzy Gillespie pulled him onstage. Here's what happened.

Rashid Williams  /  Full Lessons
How To Be A Tighter Drummer
If you want to take your drumming and sound to the next level, this lesson will show you exactly how to polish your playing.

Seamus Evely  /  Drumeo Gab
Gary Husband: Drum To Your Own Beat
Are there aspects of being a musician that can't be taught? Accomplished drummer Gary Husband discusses some hard-to-quantify topics.

Steve Lyman  /  Full Lessons
The Jazz Drum Soloing Formula
Steve Lyman reveals his four-part formula for writing jazz drumming solos that tell stories and draw people in.

Seamus Evely  /  Drumeo Gab
Damani & Stixx: The Duo Behind DrumTrax
Damani and Stixx talk about their DrumTrax app, art versus money as a musician, perceptions and more.

Brian Cudina  /  Broadway Drummers
Warren Odze, King Kong
Warren Odze is the drummer of King Kong on Broadway. Read this interview to see what it's like behind the scenes of a musical and why he loves his job so much.

Seamus Evely  /  Drumeo Gab
Sam Landa: The Truth About Being a Female Drummer
In this episode, Seamus and Sam Landa discuss female drummers' treatment in the music industry, motivation/reward, metal and more.

Samantha Landa  /  Cool Gigs
Drumming In The NFL
How do you become an NFL drummer? Jayson Hart-Smith is the Percussion Director of the Baltimore Ravens' official marching band.

Seamus Evely  /  Drumeo Gab
Siros Vaziri: Your Phone Is Calling You….
Siros Vaziri is a Swedish drummer who's turned his talents into an online business. Find out how he did it and much more.

Marco Minnemann  /  Feature Stories
Getting Over The Nerves
Even the greatest drummers get nervous sometimes. Marco Minnemann tells the story of how he didn't quite make it to his very first gig.

Michael Schack  /  Drummers
How To Make A Killer Instagram Video
These 6 tips will make your Instagram drum videos impossible to ignore.

Seamus Evely  /  Drumeo Gab
Paul Wertico: The Music Plays Me
Paul Wertico is an award-winning performer, teacher, bandleader, and clinician. Check out this eye-opening episode!

Samantha Landa  /  Drummers
5 Things Drummers Always Argue About
"I don't need a metronome"...and 5 other common myths many drummers believe.

Keith Carlock  /  Full Lessons
How To Make Your Drum Solos More Interesting
Keith Carlock, best known for his work with Steely Dan, Toto, and other legendary acts, shows you how to make your solos more interesting with modulation and more.

Seamus Evely  /  Drumeo Gab
Kristina Schiano: So…Ya Wanna YouTube?
Kristina Schiano is one of the world's biggest drumming YouTubers, and a beacon of hope for anyone experiencing mental health issues.

Samantha Landa  /  Drummers
Why Fake Drums Will Never Replace Real Drummers
While there's a time and place for fake drums, here's why you don't have to worry about being replaced.

Seamus Evely  /  Drumeo Gab
Ray Levier: Drums Do Heal Us!
Almost losing his life at age 12, the story of how Ray Levier became a drummer is among the most inspirational that you will ever hear.

Bruce Becker  /  Feature Stories
Out Of The Comfort Zone
Bruce Becker took a chance and moved to Europe, where he found new opportunities and visits from his mentor, Freddie Gruber.

Seamus Evely  /  Drumeo Gab
Jules Jenssen: Learn, Diversify And Create
Whether he's programming triggers or teaming up with sculptors, drummer Jules Jenssen is creatively merging music with technology.

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