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Drum Beats Everyone Should Know
A well-rounded drummer should know the most popular beats in most styles. Here's a quick rundown!

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Why You Should Buy Electronic Drums
What are the benefits to electronic drums, and what should you know about them before pulling out your wallet?

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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.

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Drum Fills To Learn At Every Level
Many of these drum fills have stood the test of time. Now you can steal them for your toolbox!

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Where To Find Drumless Tracks/Play-Alongs (Plus Free Downloads)
You can find drumless songs and play-along tracks online to make practice more fun. Here's where to look!

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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.

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Tips For Drummer Dads
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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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How To Prepare For Your First Gig 
If you're feeling nervous about playing in front of an audience for the first time, here are some tips to keep you calm and organized.

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It’s Not The Gear’s Fault
Aquiles Priester couldn't afford a drum kit, so he built one out of cans and gas gallons. It taught him to become a gear chameleon.

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Use ‘Groove Glue’ To Anchor Your Playing
Whether it's your left foot or right hand, a rock solid groove foundation will help you take your drumming to the next level.

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Everything You Need To Know About In-Ear Monitors
How do IEMs work? When should you use them? What brands should you buy, how do you get custom molds, and how do you take care of them?

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Drum And Bass: Janek Gwizdala On Playing With The World’s Top Timekeepers
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The Disease Doesn’t Define Me
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Why You Should Learn To Program Drum Parts
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Be Kind
When his career was just getting started, Jason Sutter learned a huge lesson. He now pays it forward as much as he can.

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The Top 100 Drummers Of All Time
Each drummer on this list has impacted the drumming world in a significant way. Guess who holds the number one spot.

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