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Gene Hoglan’s Drumming History

Ash Pearson  /  UPDATED Aug 19, 2022

Get ready to travel throughout the history behind the birth of thrash metal and how Death came to be alongside one of heavy metal’s most iconic drummers of all time: Gene Hoglan, “The Atomic Clock”. Also, Dennis Chambers, The Simpsons, and the importance of learning other instruments to better communicate with bandmates and write music.

Episode Highlights:

  • Learn all about Gene Hoglan!
  • Hear Gene’s insights on the music industry and how to improve as a musician.

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To celebrate Drum Month, we’re giving away 3 Sabian cymbal setups from 3 iconic drummers: Neil Peart, Tomas Haake, and Dave Weckl.

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