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Jeff Ocheltree Interview

Submitted by drumfreak on: Wednesday, Sep 9, 2009

Jeff Ocheltree isn't what you would call an average roadie. His job as a drum technician in recording studios and at concerts is more of an art form than it looks. Jeff has worked on the road with groups such as Led Zeppelin, Supertramp, Journey, Chicago and Chick Corea and many more live touring acts as well as many recording artists. He is known for his passion of not just being a basic drum tech, it's his passion for the instrument and making drums sound the way they are supposed ... more »

 

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El Negro Studio Tour With Felipe "Diablo" Torress

Submitted by doey1200 on: Saturday, Sep 5, 2009

On May 19th, 2009 friend and fellow Drummer of Carmine Appice's SLAMM! And the Davy Jones Band, Felipe Torres visited Horacio el Negro Hernadez's home studio and provided us with a video tour of this Latin drumming magician's home studio. El Negro Hernadez is endorsed by Pearl, LP, Vic Firth, SHURE Horacio El Negro Hernadez Bio: "Early in 1997, Hernandez traveled to Orvieto, Italy to perform at the Umbria Jazz Festival and record with the band " ... more »

 

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Jessie Caraballo Interview

Submitted by drumfreak on: Thursday, Sep 3, 2009

First of all, the staff here at Drummer Connection would like to thank Jessie Caraballo for taking the time to come hang out, talk and drum not to mention literally getting a drummer connection with our very own Billy Ashbaugh. Sponsored by Pearl drums, Remo USA drum heads, Paiste cymbals and Vic Firth drum sticks: 24 year old, Jessie Caraballo, is a professional drummer who plays percussion for Marc Anthony's band which Billy and Keith had the privilege to interview, interact and play s ... more »

 

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Heavenly Drums Interview: Luis Lorenzo

Submitted by drumfreak on: Wednesday, Sep 2, 2009

Luis Lorenzo is the founder and owner of a custom drum company that is well on the rise.  Raised in a Christian environment and an active Christ centered life the name for his Custom Drum Company: “Heavenly Drums” was derived from.  He started making custom drums back in 1995 in Puerto Rico.  With the vision of creating a custom drum company he yearns for a worldwide impact, Luis creates his drums out of his garage which he transformed into a drum shop here in Orlando Florida. I came i ... more »

 

On June 31st, 2009, we invited Blue Man Group Drummer and Percussionist to visit DrummerConnection.com and jam with us as well as interview him. Here's some clips for your enjoyment! Thanks Kevin for coming to visit with us! We'll be seeing more of you soon! *Note: The songs played here were introduced to Kevin the day of his interview. He did not have time to preview them before we started the recordings. HOT SEAT!!! more »

 

DrummerConnection.com interviewed Blue Man Group Captain, Orlando - Anthony Parrulli on his history and success into Blue Man Group. more »