Since it's conception the BB King's Blues Club has been providing guests with a premium and unique dining experience by combining great food, drink, and extraordinary musical entertainment. WIth only six locations nationwide it's a privilege just to have the opportunity to visit such an establishment. The ability of having access to one of these clubs in your own town is also an exceptional treat, but performing as a musician in the coveted All Star Band is reserved only for a s ... more »
Drummers are now in a better place than we've ever been. Living in a new age of evolving computer technology musicians can have access to a wide variety of instruments, sounds, and recording options. Although touring is and always will be a must, the long grueling days of studio work is now an alternative as artists record tracks from the comfort of their own home. With educational materials also becoming more accessible people can achieve a high level of musicianship limited only by one& ... more »
There are so many great drummers playing today, it's hard to narrow it down to even just a few of the best. Modern Drummer once mentioned that MAYBE half a dozen of the Earth's inhabitants possess the advanced talents of STYX drummer Todd Sucherman - and they were correct! Todd is truly a master of his instrument, commanding complete control of every rhythmic situation he encounters. Recipient of the 2009 Modern Drummer Readers Poll for #1 Rock Drummer and #1 Educational DVD with his ... more »
Orlando, Florida will forever best be known as the home city of the happiest place on earth-which can either be a blessing or a curse. Nevertheless, there's nothing Mickey Mouse about the Orlando music scene, unless you count that place where they make the boy bands. With live act venues abounding, fans have plenty of small and large venues from which to choose if they want some non-theme park related entertainment…except of course if you go to a theme park. Eli Pedone has been a long t ... more »
Replacing a former member of an established band is never easy. Aside from having the noteworthy talent required it takes diligence, patience, and thick skin needed to weather the storm and harsh criticisms from a long line of a die hard fans. Over the past year Anthony Moreino has been the driving force behind the Christian based rock band Manic Drive. Based out of Ontario, Canada, Manic Drive has been touring across the U.S. with metal legends Stryper in promotion of their new album &quo ... more »
We recently had an opportunity to sit and chat with Pitbull drummer Omar Tavarez before a show at The House of Blues in Orlando. Omar has a passion and dedication not often seen these days. Please enjoy this afternoon with Omar Tavarez, an outstanding drummer, drum head, drum geek, and iPhone Geek - the kind of people we love at DrummerConnection.com From Sabian.com: "Born in New York City and raised in South Florida, drummer/programmer Omar Tavarez has used his rol ... more »