A revolutionary addition to drum education, this DVD presents the method created and used by internationally-acclaimed drummer Benny Greb to develop his awe-inspiring creativity, musicality and technique. [dcyoutube=3838] From the overture and opening credits to the movie-within-a-movie menu, viewers of The Language Of Drumming will immediately sense that even though they’re watching a drumming DVD they may well be seeing the beginning ... read more...

    Well, if you haven't heard, Josh is coming out with a second solo album on March 24. His new release "Since 1972"  will be available a a digital download on the 24th, as the actual physical product will be available a few weeks later. Freese will be pretty much playing every instrument on the record, so be looking forward to that!      Also new from Josh Freese is this list of "premium packages" he has put to... read more...

Mario has done it again! With his already expanding empire from shoes to cymbals to sticks, Mario has taken it one step further by taking on a new project.....custom snare drums. Get a look at this beauty! What you're looking at is the official De La Cruz Signature Snare consisting of a 13x6 Brazilian Rosewood Split Shell with 1/8 African Bloodwood with black hoops,lugs,rods and strainer. But what exactly is African Bloodwood? After digging around on the web for awhile I ... read more...

It seems as all the sobering up paid off as he scored a new kit courtesy of Rikki Rockett’s Rockett Drum Works.     Source: bigdrumthump ... read more...

    Check out some of the many new things from Gretsch! From the new Renown series set configurations,  the new finishes, to the new Solid Series snare drums, Gretsch has stepped it up for the 2009 year! And we will start with Gretsch's new finishes: -Gretsch's New Classic Series in Available in Satin Natural Finish Gretsch’s New Classic series expands its finish offerings with a new Satin Natural finish option for all drum set and snare models... read more...

      Got a favorite drummer or percussionist? Was there a clinician who inspired you this year...or a great instructional DVD? Here’s your chance to share your opinion and acknowledge the contributions of your favorite artists and educators over the past twelve months. It just takes a moment to fill in your selections. So grab your mouse, and make your vote count! ONLINE INSTRUCTIONS 1. All ballots must include your name, address, and e... read more...

"Being part of the Zildjian Company and being part of the Zildjian brand there are some things we can do with our sticks that I don’t think anyone else can do." Ron Allman     If you’ve visited the Zildjian website recently then you’re probably aware of the NEW Route 2 Zildjian Sweepstakes. To help celebrate the release of the John Blackwell and Ronnie Vannucci's signature stick models, you have the chance to win either one of two ... read more...

Pacific (by DW) has for sure stepped it up with the Platinum series line of their drums. They have upgraded the hardware, added new configurations, and now they have added some new high-quality finishes to their line. The Platinum series is PDP’s flagship line, with 8-ply North American maple shells, double-oval tube lugs, and now a bevy of new finishes. Over 20 were introduced at NAMM 2009. Here’s a quick look at three of the new finishes: Camo Glass FinishPly, Blue to Black Burst Sati... read more...

Meg White is auctioning a drum kit she used while shooting the video for The White Stripes' The Hardest Button To Button.     The kit - along with a host of other rockstar memorabilia including original Iggy Pop photos - goes under the hammer on 7 February. It's all part of the Jim Shaw Rock 'N' Roll Benefit, proceeds of which go to Jim Shaw (a big name on the Detroit music scene) who is suffering from cancer. You can view the kit at Cpop in Detroit, or k... read more...

  The Black Page is the most cutting-edge online drum magazine today, containing insightful articles, exercises, feature interviews and tips from the pros themselves. Need another reason to subscribe? The Black Page is FREE! Always has been, always will be. The Black Page is distributed via your email address. We send you the link, you download the latest issue-it's that easy. No paper, no ink, no waste.     This month Sean Mitchell interviews ... read more...