Buddy Rich meets Louie Bellson:
(more…)Category: Drums and Percussion
Tama Marching Drums
Drum Setup
Interesting Choice
The internets tell me Dream Theater’s new drummer will be Marco Minnemann. Interesting choice, if true. See also: A Portnoy-less Dream Theater?
Yet More Newtonian Swag
Zildjian and Vic Firth Announce Merger
AVEDIS ZILDJIAN COMPANY AND VIC FIRTH COMPANY ANNOUNCE MERGER It was announced today that the world’s leading cymbal manufacturer, the Avedis Zildjian Company, will merge with Vic Firth, the global market leader in drumsticks, effective immediately. Both New England-based, family-owned companies are well respected legacy brands in the music industry with a long tradition of … Continue reading “Zildjian and Vic Firth Announce Merger”
D’Addario & Co Acquires Pro-Mark
D’Addario & Co to Finalize Acquisition of Pro-Mark December 17, 2010 11:37 AM CST FARMINGDALE, NY, December 17, 2010—D’Addario & Company, Inc., the world’s largest manufacturer of strings for musical instruments as well as numerous other high-quality musical accessories, and Pro-Mark Corporation, manufacturer of first-class drumsticks, brushes, mallets and other percussion accessories, are close to … Continue reading “D’Addario & Co Acquires Pro-Mark”
Joe Morello shows us how it’s done
Joe Morello – Magnificent Drum Solo:
(more…)Taye MetalWorks Double Bass Drum Pedal
A Portnoy-less Dream Theater?
Mike Portnoy has announced he is leaving Dream Theater. The remaining members have stated that Dream Theater will be begin recording a album in January 2011, followed by a world tour. Who could replace Mike Portnoy? Two possibilities come immediately to mind: Virgil Donati Terry Bozzio No matter who replaces Mike Portnoy, Dream Theater will … Continue reading “A Portnoy-less Dream Theater?”