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Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Billy Cobham: The Importance Of Teamwork In Music
The legendary Billy Cobham explains why we need to work together, how to deal with problem musicians, and artistic compromise.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Benny Greb: Effective Practicing For Musicians (Recording Yourself)
Seamus talks with Benny Greb about his new book and how to record yourself properly.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
The Big 7: Larnell Lewis Ranks Key Drumming Skills
Drum-master Larnell Lewis ranks key drumming skills in order of importance, and offers tips for improving each one.

Gene Hoglan  /  Feature Stories
Think For Yourself
Gene Hoglan blazed a trail for metal drummers, but he wasn't always praised for his unique approach.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Donald “DJ” Johnson: Metronome Madness!
Learn how to be a tighter drummer with these metronome exercises (and a few awesome stories).

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Todd Sucherman: His Most Unique Snare Drums
If you like drum gear, this episode is for you. Todd Sucherman goes through his epic snare collection!

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Benny Greb: Effective Practicing For Musicians
Seamus sat down with Benny Greb to discuss his new book and how to practice the right way.

Glen Sobel  /  Feature Stories
Always Read Into It
For some drummers, reading music isn't important. But for Glen Sobel, it's what set him apart and got him some of the biggest gigs in the biz.

Rich Redmond  /  Feature Stories
Tell Everyone You Know
"Someone's going to get the job. Why not you?" Jason Aldean's drummer talks about why you need to put yourself out there.

Brian Tichy  /  Feature Stories
On The Professor’s Throne
Brian Tichy never expected his hero to let him play his legendary kit. Read this story about Neil Peart.

Seamus Evely  /  Drumeo Gab
Mike Dolbear: Teaching & Broadcasting In 2020
Drum instructor and journalist Mike Dolbear talks about how 2020 has impacted our industry and tips for building confidence.

Mike Mangini  /  Feature Stories
Slicing Up Time
Time moves slower for Mike Mangini, whose adrenaline problem led him to master subdivision and become the virtuoso he is today.

Seamus Evely  /  Drumeo Gab
Brody Simpson: The Life Of A Recording Engineer
Drummer and engineer Brody Simpson talks about recording drums at home, his studio experience and more.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Patch Mahoney: Ludwig Is Why I’m Not A Doctor
Patch Mahoney scrapped his dreams of becoming a doctor to pursue drumming. Listen to his thoughts on 'fake it til you make it', social media tips and more.

Seamus Evely  /  Drumeo Gab
Jack Thomas: Inspiring Us Through Example
Listen to Jack Thomas talk about re-learning to drum after losing his arm, overcoming obstacles, and his viral video.

Sarah Thawer  /  Feature Stories
Color Outside The Lines
By becoming her own cheerleader and carving out her own niche, Sarah Thawer has become one of today's most versatile drummers.

Seamus Evely  /  Drumeo Gab
Stanton Moore: Up N’ Down Claiborne Avenue
Stanton Moore (Galactic, Stanton Moore Trio) talks about his New Orleans upbringing, Russell Batiste and more.

Seamus Evely  /  Drumeo Gab
Domino Santantonio: The Happiest Drummer On TikTok
Domino Santantonio has quickly become one of the most popular drummers on TikTok. Listen to find out how it happened!

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Matt Bover: The Drummer Berklee Paid To Be There
Berklee rejected him. But a little while later, they paid for his full scholarship. Listen to Matt's story here!

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Greg Hersey: Adapting To Change
Educator Greg Hersey talks about how the pandemic has changed education in the school system and what it means to learn from home.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Tony Royster Jr.: Born To Drum
Tony Royster Jr. (Katy Perry, Jay-Z) was built for this. Hear how his career has had to shift and how he can teach when he's a prodigy.

Seamus Evely  /  Podcasts
Jeremy Taggart: Hey BAHD!
Jeremy Taggart, former drummer for Our Lady Peace, talks about touring in Canada and his hit podcast, Taggart & Torrens.

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.

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.

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