The Modern Drummer Podcast

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Mike and Mike Podcast Episode 106: Music Theory for Drummers, R&B Legend James Gadson, UA Apollo 8P, and More Aug 25, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike zero in on some basics of music theory that every drummer should know. The featured artist is legendary R&B drummer James Gadson. Up for review is the Apollo 8P eight-channel audio interface from Universal Audio. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

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Modern Drummer subscription

MikesLessons.com subscription pricing.

https://moderndrummer.com/article/september-2017

Free music theory lessons.

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@UAudio

@dreamcymbals

Modern Drummer Podcast With Mike and Mike is a show that explores the topics that drummers love the most. Sit in during weekly conversations between Modern Drummer managing editor, Mike Dawson, and MikesLessons.com founder and MD columnist, Mike Johnston, as they geek out on drumming technique, practice methods, and favorite exercises and offer insight on the latest gear and industry happenings. For additional episodes visit: moderndrummer.com/mikeandmikepodcast.

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Mike And Mike Podcast Episode 105: Defining Greatness, Chris Turner, Dunnett Titanium Snare, And More Aug 18, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss Modern Drummer September 2017 featured artist Chris Turner of the tech-metal band Oceans Ate Alaska. The education segment focuses on how the hosts define “greatness” when it comes to drumming. Up for review is a 5.5×14 titanium snare from Dunnett Classic Drums. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Modern Drummer subscription

MikesLessons.com subscription pricing

Chris Turner/Josh Manuel drum duet

Dunnett titanium snare

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Mike And Mike Podcast Episode 104: OneRepublic’s Eddie Fisher, Building A Snare Collection, V-Classic V.16 Cymbals, And More Aug 04, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss Modern Drummer September 2017 featured artist Eddie Fisher of the pop band OneRepublic. The education segment focuses on how to go about building a snare collection that’ll provide you with the widest range of sounds. Up for review are some funky fifth-anniversary cymbals by Turkish company V-Classic. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

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Modern Drummer subscription

MikesLessons.com subscription pricing

Eddie Fisher Gretsch Renown video

V-Classic V.16 cymbals review and demo

Universal Audio tracking session with Joey Waronker

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Mike And Mike Podcast Episode 103: Steve Smith, Samba Basics, Love Custom Snare Drums, And More Jul 28, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss Modern Drummer September 2017 cover artist Steve Smith, who rejoined arena-rock greats Journey in 2016. The education section focuses on samba rhythms and how they can be applied to the drumset. Up for review is a trio of metal snares from Love Custom Drums. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription

MikesLessons.com subscription

Steve Smith: www.vitalinformation.com/

Samba drumming lesson with Rich Redmond

Love Custom Drums review and demo

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@RichRedmond

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Mike And Mike Podcast Episode 102: Choosing Drumheads, Clyde Stubblefield, Ludwig Acrolites Shootout, And More Jul 21, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike share their thoughts on how to choose the best drumheads for different situations. The featured artist is legendary James Brown drummer Clyde Stubblefield. Up for review is a pair of Ludwig Acrolite snares (a vintage 5×14 and a reissued 6.5×14). After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription

MikesLessons.com subscription

Clyde Stubblefield feature from Modern Drummer

Ludwig Acrolite snares shootout

Dream Cymbals

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Episode 101: Biggest Gear Regrets, Ricky Martin’s Tony Escapa, Paiste PSTX DJs 45 Series, And More Jul 14, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike share some of the gear they’ve regretted letting go over the years. The featured artist is Ricky Martin’s Tony Escapa. Up for review is the Daru Jones signature series of portable/affordable PSTX DJs 45 cymbals from Paiste. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

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Modern Drummer subscription

MikesLessons.com subscription

Focusrite Academy – Recording Drums

Focusrite/Modern Drummer Scarlett 18i20 and OctoPre Dynamic giveaway

Paiste PSTX DJs 45 review and demo

Brad Wilk Instagram

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Episode 100: Giveaway Winners Announced, Listener Questions, Most Frequently Mentioned Drummers, And More Jul 07, 2017

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In this special 100th episode, Mike and Mike take a humorous look back at the twenty-plus most frequently mentioned drummers on the show. They also answer a handful of listener questions, and four lucky winners are selected to receive one of our amazing prize packages from Modern Drummer, MikesLessons.com, Aquarian Accessories, Vater Percussion, and Dream Cymbals.

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Modern Drummer subscription

MikesLessons.com subscription

Aquarian Super-Pads

Vater Percussion

Dream Cymbals

Modern Drummer 40th Anniversary 5.5×14 solid-maple snare

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Episode 99: Styx’s Todd Sucherman, Bass Drum Technique Builders, VK Aluminum Drumset, And More Jun 30, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss some of their favorite exercises for building bass drum technique. The featured artist is Todd Sucherman of the legendary prog-rock band Styx. Up for review is an antique bronze–finished aluminum drumset from UK company Van Kleef. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

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Modern Drummer subscription

Todd Sucherman’s website

VK Aluminum drumset demo

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Episode 98: How To Use A Metronome, Death Cab For Cutie’s Jason McGerr, Doc Sweeney Oak Snare, And More Jun 23, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss different ways to use a metronome to improve timing and control. The featured artist is Death Cab for Cutie’s Jason McGerr. Up for review is a solid oak snare from Doc Sweeney Drums. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription

Doc Sweeney Tribal Band Solid Oak snare

Jason McGerr at Memphis Drum Shop

Steve Fidyk’s “Relative Tempo” article

Iron Gym workout bar

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Episode 97: Building Confidence, Mutemath’s Darren King, Remo P3 Felt Tones, And More Jun 16, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss their thoughts on building confidence behind the kit. The featured artist is Darren King of the alt-pop band Mutemath. Up for review are Remo’s new P3 Felt Tone bass drum heads. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

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Modern Drummer subscription

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Remo Felt Tone drumheads

Darren King Drum-Off performance

Ludwig Acrolite snare

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