If you haven't heard, Simon Phillips is now part of a new super (fusion) group called "PSP". With Simon on the drums, you know it's gotta be good stuff! Here's a sneak peak:    [dcyoutube=35825]   Also to download and listen to one of the exclusive tracks from PSP, click here ... read more...

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Future Legend Aaron Spears Goes “Beyond the Chops” In His New Double-DVD From Hudson Music. Beyond The Chops: Groove, Musicality & Technique showcases the rising star’s phenomenal drumming that critics, fans and even his peers have described as "beyond category".        The 2-disc, 3-hour program offers amazing performances, enlightening educational segments and revealing interviews as Spears displays his natural talent, deliciously fat groove and in... read more...

    Check it out! The Black Page online drummer magazine has just released their September 2009 issue! Be sure to check it out! Click the link to download:  www.theblackpage.net/download   If you like what you read, click this link to subscribe to their magazine and get updates in your email of new issues, stories, etc.. www.theblackpage.net       ... read more...

Joey Jordison Signature Snare drum   Pearl Joey Jordison Signature Snare Drum Features: 13" x 6-1/2" 1mm steel shell Reflective red-to-black fade finish Black super hoops Masters black double-ended lugs SR-017 strainer Remo Coated batter head Remo Hazy resonate head     http://www.guitarcenter.com/Pearl-Joey-Jordison-Signature-Snare-Drum-620480-i1460953.gc   http://www.pearldrum.com/artist_video.aspx?id... read more...

Hey, here's the update from Zildjian! This past month, Summer NAMM 2009 took place in Nashville, Tennessee just last month! Zildjian was honored Best In Show for their new "Z3" line of cymbals! Here's the info. Zildjian's wesite had for their award:     "On the final day of Summer NAMM, held July 17-19, a panel of music retail experts presented some true gear fireworks during Best In Show, a NAMM University session. Six retail buyers, represe... read more...

    Talk about a big break! Mike Byrne, drummer for Oregon-based band Moses, Smell the Roses landed the gig of the lifetime playing for the band Smashing Pumpkins. Mike officially got he gig after working with  Smashing Pumpkins' frontman Billy Corgan last month. We all wish Mike luck as he is by some now considered "drummer of the future"!     ... read more...

We are sad to announce that drumming legend Jim Chapin passed away on July 4th, 2009. Jim will always be remembered... James Forbes “Jim” Chapin was a well-regarded American Jazz drummer, with many achievements in his lifetime. He was most remembered for his two published books entitled, Advanced Techniques for the Modern Drummer, volumes I and II.  His drumming and teaching has inspired drummers all over the world, and his legacy will continue to rise many greats in the dr... read more...

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    Summer has finally arrived! To celebrate, The Black Page gives you their finest issue ever. Their very own Jayson Brinkworth delivers a feature article that will no doubt be considered required reading for generations to come. Jayson talked with 5 of today's top players in Nashville and put together a read that will change how you approach music. Words to live by folks!  Click below to download the latest issue: www.theblackpage.net/download ... read more...