The Modern Drummer Podcast

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Podcast Episode 96: 50 Years Of Rock, Drum Mixing 101, UFIP Cymbals, And More Jun 09, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss some of their favorite drummers and drum performances from the past fifty years in rock music. The educational segment focuses on basic mixing techniques for drum recordings. Up for review are Class and Vibra series cymbals from Italian company UFIP. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription.

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

UFIP cymbal demo.

Raul Pineda – Iyesa YouTube

Mentions in this podcast.

@UFIPCymbals

@Innovativeperc

@Cr8tiveSoundLab

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 95: Tom Tuning, Nir Z, RTOM Black Holes, And More Jun 02, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike conclude their discussion on drum tuning with their favorite techniques for the toms. The featured artist is studio drummer Nir Z. Up for review is the RTOM Black Hole practice mute system. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

RTOM Black Hole review and demo.

Tim Ferriss podcasts with Jocko Willink

People and companies mentioned in this podcast.

Nir Z: @nirzidkyahu

Sonor Drums: @sonordrumco

Facebook: SABIANCymbals

Jocko Willink: @jockowillink

Tim Ferriss: @tferriss

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Episode 94: Chris Coleman, Snare Drum Tuning, Nord Drum 3P, And More May 26, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss their techniques for tuning snare drums. The featured artist is R&B/pop/fusion great Chris Coleman. Up for review is the Nord Drum 3P multipad. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Nord Drum 3P multipad review and demo

Tim Ferriss podcasts with Jocko Willink

Other mentions in Episode 94

Chris Coleman: @_CrC_

Nord: @nordkeyboards

Jocko Willink: @jockowillink

Tim Ferriss: @tferriss

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Episode 93: Rikki Rockett, Bass Drum Tuning, Sugar Percussion Cherry Snare, And More May 19, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss their techniques for tuning drums. The featured artist is Poison’s Rikki Rockett. Up for review is a 6×14 stave-shell cherry snare from Sugar Percussion. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription: moderndrummer-com.go-vip.net/subscribe/

Dream Cymbals: https://dreamcymbals.com/

Rikki Rockett: www.rikkirockett.com/

Sugar Percussion: sugarpercussion.com/

Tune-Bot tuning calculator: tune-bot.com/calculator.html

Dave DiCenso’s “Using Your Mind to Improve Your Time”

Other mentions in Episode 93:

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Episode 92: Orchestrating Grooves, MMW’s Billy Martin, Bucks Co. Mahogany Kit, And More May 12, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss some of the ways they like to orchestrate groove on the drumset. The featured artist is Medeski Martin & Wood’s Billy Martin. Up for review is a Semi-Solid mahogany/poplar drumset by Bucks County. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Billy Martin: www.billymartin.net/

Bucks County Semi-Solid Mahogany/Poplar drumset demo

Yamaha HPH-MT8 headphones.

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Episode 91: Michael Miley, Hi-Hat Splashes, Vic Firth MJC Sticks, And More May 05, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss Rival Sons’ Michael Miley. In the education segment, the hosts share some of their favorite ways to incorporate left-foot splashes on the hi-hat. Up for review are Vic Firth’s new Modern Jazz Collection sticks. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription: https://moderndrummer.com/subscribe/

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Rival Sons: www.rivalsons.com

Vic Firth Modern Jazz Collection demo: moderndrummer-com.go-vip.net

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Episode 90: Anika Nilles, Playing Melodically, Zildjian K Custom Special Dry Series, And More Apr 28, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss June cover artist, German drum star Anika Nilles. In the education segment, the hosts share some thoughts on how to play melodically on the drumset. Up for review is the K Custom Special Dry series from Zildjian. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription: https://moderndrummer.com/subscribe/

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Anika Nilles: https://www.anikanilles.com/

Zildjian K Custom Special Dry series demo.

Peter Erskine video lesson: https://vimeo.com/moderndrummermag/

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Episode 89: Brann Dailor, Developing Finger Control, Gibraltar Stealth G-Drive Pedals, And More Apr 21, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss powerhouse drummer Brann Dailor of modern metal band Mastodon. In the education segment, the hosts share some of their favorite exercises for developing finger control. Up for review is the G Drive series bass drum pedals from Gibraltar. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription: moderndrummer-com.go-vip.net/subscribe/

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Mastodon: www.mastodonrocks.com

Gibraltar Stealth G-Drive pedals: www.youtube.com

Jojo Mayer “Changing Time” documentary: www.youtube.com

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Episode 87: 2017 Readers Poll Winners, Practicing Transcriptions, Evans UV1 Drumheads, And More Apr 14, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss some of their favorite ways to use transcriptions to develop vocabulary and to create new ideas. The hosts then discuss the various winners in the 2017 Modern Drummer Readers Poll. Up for review is the new UV1 drumhead from Evans. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

HitRecord: www.hitrecord.org/

Modern Drummer Readers Poll archive.

Evans UV1 drumhead demo.

Kenny Aronoff interview on Pensado’s Place.

M-Audio M-Track 2×2 interface

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Episode 88: Steve Gadd, Incorporating Flams, Sensory Percussion, And More Apr 13, 2017

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In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss some of their favorite performances by legendary pop/jazz drummer Steve Gadd. Then they share some of different ways to incorporate flams into beats and fills. Up for review is the innovative Sensory Percussion electronic drum system by Sunhouse. After fielding a few listener questions, the show concludes with picks of the week.

Show Notes

Modern Drummer subscription: moderndrummer-com.go-vip.net/subscribe/

Mike Johnston’s website: www.mikeslessons.com

Steve Gadd: www.drstevegadd.com/

Sensory Percussion: sunhou.se/

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