Here I am patrolling the grounds for The Big Beat 2009 hosted by Jeff Lee and his staff at Resurrection Drums in Hollywood, FL. It was another great turnout this year to raise money for music programs in local schools and also attempting to break the World Record for the most drummers playing the same beat at the same time. Here is a walkthrough I did of all the drumkits that were set up at the time of the event. There were plenty more added before the night was through! ... read more...

Winner of Drum! And Modern Drummer’s “Drum Set Clinician of the Year” 2009 Reader’s Poll Drummer for the award winning and multi-platinum selling country group Rascal Flatts LIVE in Clinic! At the Hollywood Playhouse Thursday November 12th at 7PM Tickets are available for presale NOW at Resurrection Drums for $10. But tickets will be $15 the day of the show or at the door. Buy NOW! Don’t miss this opportunity to see a versatile drummer and truly ROCKIN’ Clinic! For more information call the store @ 954-926-0204 or visit them at: http://www.rezdrums.com

    The sound of drums will rumble across North America once again on Sunday, November 1 as 11 Five-Star member drum shops participate in The Big Beat and raise money for worth-while causes. Billed as the world’s largest multi-city drum set event, last year’s Big Beat drew 1286 drummers and about 4000 spectators in nine cities, raised more than $45,000 for music and other charities and collected 7000 pounds of food. The Drummer Connecton crew will be covering this year's event hosted by Jeff Lee and his awesome staff at Resurrection Drums/Hollywood,FL. Last year's event was nothing short of spectacular and we're positive this year's show will be no exception. make sure to come out for a day of fun,sun,and drums! We'll see you there! To check out the video, photos, and review from last year click here:  https://drummerconnection.com/news/2008/11/05/3615-the-2008-big-beat-event-a-day-history Click Big Beat Press Release June 2009 (PDF format) for more information and to find YOUR nearest location to participate! ONLY $15 TO REGISTER! For information on how to register for The Big Beat Hollywood,FL location visit: http://rezdrums.com/images/Image/BBRegistration_Form_NEW09-2.jpg    

      During Zildjian On Tour, you'll have the chance to not only meet some of your favorite artists, but also check out some Sound Lab prototypes, take advantage of special offers and much, much more. More artist announcements are coming soon, so check back often. Join us on one of the dates listed below, or fill the gas tank and come to them all. At each dealer, you'll be able to:     * Win great Zildjian door prizes     * Get a FREE PAIR of Zildjian Sticks with every Zildjian Cymbal purchased     * Play and buy one of a kind Zildjian Sound Lab Prototypes (available day of the event only)     * Enjoy special pricing on Zildjian Cymbals and Sticks     * Meet Zildjian family members and our factory experts     * Zildjian Artist autograph appearances    This particular event takes place at Resurrection Drums of Hollywood, FL. Zildjian will be featuring John Blackwell as a guest artist for this event. Don't miss out!

This is part 3 of attemping to break the record for longest mass beat in unison. And yes, it gets louder! ... read more...

This is part 2 of attemping to break the record for longest mass beat in unison. And yes, it is still very loud! ... read more...

This is part 1 of attemping to break the record for longest mass beat in unison. And yes, it is very loud! ... read more...

    Nov 2nd would mark a day that would go down in history as Resurrection Drums and Five Star Drum Shops would host The 2008 Big Beat Event. The idea was not only to set a new world record for most people playing the same beat at the same time, but to also to raise money for the Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation. Founded in 1996, The Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation donates new and refurbished musical instruments to undeserved school... read more...

Here is a mass drum cover of "We Will Rock You" by Queen, at the "Big Beat" event, sponsored by Resurrection Drums, and Five Star Drum Shops. ... read more...