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The Drum Channel recently posted a brilliant video series called The Zappa Drummer’s Roundtable, which features Terry Bozzio, Ralph Humphrey, Chester Thompson, Chad Wackerman, and Ruth Underwood. I confess to not having been privy to the history of Zappa’s drummers. This is really great stuff!
Drum Channel appears to be recently launched and is in beta [...]

At a recent rehearsal with new Redwood band members, I played one of my favorite fills-for-laughs, the intro to Phil Collins‘ In the Air Tonight. The following day, I received in my inbox a fantastic video advert from Cadbury Chocolate’s 2007 brand revival campaign. It’s a must watch for almost anyone, especially if you’re familiar [...]

Much has been said about Ringo Starr’s recent announcement that he’s no longer signing autographs. He’s apparently got too much on his plate. Many of our readers know I’m a fan of Ringo’s work, so it will come as no surprise that I forgive him for his curt statements, which were prefaced with his usual [...]

I recently previewed the how-to DVD published by Guerilla DrumMaking. As an owner of vintage drum kit, I was immediately drawn to the idea of customizing a single drum or even designing my own custom kit. The tools required are nowhere near the expense that I would have guessed. A basic workshop can probably be [...]

MySpace has without a doubt become a huge part of artist promotion. Adopted by indie artists like The Killers to major artists like John Mayer, MySpace warrants heavy consideration in band and artist promotion. Does this platform fit the individual drummer’s promotional efforts? Absolutely. Recently I was asked to check out an independent artist MySpace [...]

CampJam.com found it’s way to my desk recently. The connection to Robonzo.com is that young guitarists and drummers get a chance to be and jam with rock stars by showcasing their talent. Founded by former 38 Special guitarist Jeff Carlisi, Camp Jam has connections to some noteworthy drummers, including Liberty DeVitto and Carmine Appice, both [...]

Redwood was rehearsing last night for an upcoming local gig, when the room started shaking to the groove. I noticed the overhead mic stands for my kit started shaking. My thrown was rocking back and forth, when I stopped and told the guys that we were having an earthquake. What a hoot! [...]

Recently, San Francisco Bay area station Channel 104.9 returned from the dead. Apparently, Gen-Xers are the new Baby Boomers, and FM radio is planning to cash in. Cynical perhaps, but it’s a fact. Gen-Xers are turning 35 and 40, they’ve got high paying jobs, lots of disposable income, and FM radio is desperate [...]

I recently heard these words from a good friend. The phrase resonates for me, in part because it’s humorous, somewhat Spinal Tap. What’s intriguing to me is the innuendo of allure, which I believe drummers possess. Is there a sexual allure that emanates from the percussive sounds of the drummer? For [...]

This video is comprised of editing and original sounds. Comedic and editing genious!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Rlc2XTbPA8
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Check this out.
8,000 drummers to beat for a world record
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I once read that John Bonham was 32 when he died. I was a teenager when he left us, and at the time thought he’d lived a relatively full life. I was 34 when I read that article. At that moment I realized that he was just a kid. In little more than 10 years, [...]