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    Last week Drums2Go had the honor of having Zildjian’s Chief Cymbal Designer Paul Francis stop by as part of Zildjian's 2008 Roadshow Tour. This Tour represents Zildjian's commitment to excellence by allowing consumers to have total access to Paul to ask questions on anything and everything they have to offer. Also, people will have an opportunity to play and purchase some rare prototype cymbals which you won't find anywhere else. Here below Eric Rosebrock and Paul Francis pictured with a one of a kind 23" Inch Armand Ride from the Sound Lab Prototype cymbals they brought on the show. You won't be seeing these cymbals in catalogs or stores near you, as most of them will remain unreleased.     Paul first started with Zildjian sweeping floors in the factory over two decades ago. Throughout the years his persistence and passion for music... more...

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Winter NAMM 2010 in Anaheim California – DrummerConnection.com was on scene. 

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Founded in 1983 ddrum has strived to better the industry by providing a unique relationship with not only their artists but the customers they serve on a daily basis. In the past two years at Winter NAMM ddrum has made great strides in quality and design-quickly becoming a trend setting trailblazer with an acclaimed artist roster growing steadily by the day. With more great deals and product lines on the way, it's no wonder why these days a lot of industry giants are losing sleep. One of these exciting additions is the newly formed "drum syndicate", a social network created to welcome all it's members into the drum family. With awesome perks such as cool merchandise, private forum access, and exclusive deals, it's members will also have a chance to interact with some of the companies hottest artists that check in from time to time. The best part is having a chance to receive passes for the annual drum Syndicate Party where you can hang out and even perform with many of their... more...

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Founded in 1983 ddrum has strived to better the industry by providing a unique relationship with not only their artists but the customers they serve on a daily basis. In the past two years at Winter NAMM ddrum has made great strides in quality and design-quickly becoming a trend setting trailblazer with an acclaimed artist roster growing steadily by the day. With more great deals and product lines on the way, it's no wonder why these days a lot of industry giants are losing sleep. One of these exciting additions is the newly formed "drum syndicate", a social network created to welcome all it's members into the drum family. With awesome perks such as cool merchandise, private forum access, and exclusive deals, it's members will also have a chance to interact with some of the companies hottest artists that check in from time to time. The best part is having a chance to receive passes for the annual drum Syndicate Party where you can hang out and even perform with many of their... more...

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Before the ddrum Syndicate Party kicked off on Friday the 13th, Seminole Music & Sound gave everyone a great preview of what to expect by hosting a clinic w/ ddrum artist Larone "Skeeter" McMillian. Only in his early twenties, Skeeter has played for a variety of famous musicians and has stayed so busy he's postponed a FULL scholarship offered to him by Berklee College of Music! Playing for such acts as The Last Goodnight, William Murphy, JoJo, and Jennifer Hudson, as his musical diversity broadens the list just goes on and on. Skeeter opened up the clinic by jamming to several play along tracks before cranking out a rhythmically dynamic drum solo - displaying only a fraction of his unique talent, but plenty to leave the eyes and mouths wide open of everyone in the room. Afterwards he spoke to the crowd, answering questions about his influences and life experiences from playing every style from rock to gospel. Topics such as studio and touring etiquette, choosing your... more...

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Last year drummers across the nation made history by taking part in The Big Beat Event! Founded by Five Star Drum Shops and sponsored by just about every major drum manufacturer and magazine publication there is, last year's event was nothing short of a tremendous success! Billed as one of the worlds largest multi-city drum events, last year's event drew 1286 drummers and over 4000 spectators in nine cities, raised more than $45,000 for music and other charities and collected 7000 pounds of food. All money collected will benefit the Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation.     Founded in 1996, MHOF donates new and refurbished musical instruments to underserved schools, community music programs and individual students nationwide, in an effort to give youngsters the many benefits of music education, help them to be better students and inspire creativity and expression through playing music. Since its inception, MHOF programs have benefited more than 500,000 studen... more...

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Here we bring to you a little taste of what went on a Guitar Center's Drum Off Preliminary #3 (#777 Orlando Store) held on October 8th, 2009. Seven contestants battled it out for the two spots to get them to the store finals, being held the same time next week. With 5 minutes to set up and 3 two play, they had to prove to judges, Jessie Caraballo, Anthony Lopez, and Luis Santiago Jr. that they have what it takes.       The night went back and all the drummers played their butts off and the judge's came to a tough decision. Drummers Angel Tolinchi and Zack Mitchel take home the spots that will take them to the store finals next week!       To check out the whole photo album, click here: https://drummerconnection.com/users/webadmin/media/photos/37712

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Guitar Center #777 of Orlando, FL has been a second home to Drummer Connection since the doors have opened here. From all the tools needed for the drum room such as a long list of pro audio equipment, to the gobs of drums, percussion, and hardware. Guitar Center has provided us with the gear we need to keep things running. Every year, Guitar Center holds the  worlds largest annual drum competition called the “Drum-Off”. This is where competing drummers are judged on their skill, creativity, and showmanship. The Competition starts on a store level and eventually graduates to a national level. Guitar Center's Drum-Off '09 champion will win an impressive package of prizes, including $25,000 cash, a Roland TD-25 electronic kit, a custom designed drum kit by DW, Pearl, Gretsch, Tama, or Orange Country Drums.  The winner will also get endorsments for drums, sticks, cymbals, and drum heads as well as a feature in Modern Drummer magazine.  But thats not all... this gig will also include a... more...

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Megadeth drummer Shawn Drover was indoctrinated into the world of Drum Clinics last Thursday, July 9th at Seminole Music & Sound (Seminole Florida) in front of an audience of approximately 100 drummers and enthusiasts. Shawn Drover opened up with a very cool song called "The Eternal Call" from his previous band, Eidolon and then performed a few Megadeth songs for the audience. It was a great performance all around and we really enjoyed this clinic!   You can view up to 200 more photos of this event in our image gallery: https://drummerconnection.com/users/webadmin/media/photos/33525 (Click to view full image gallery of Shawn Drover's First Drum Clinic)   Special Thanks to: Shawn Drover Seminole Music & Sound - John Spinelli and crew ddrum - Terry Platt for assisting us with coverage Florida Highway Patrol for my $350 spee... more...

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DrummerConnection.com's FIRST Drum Clinic! It's 100% FREE WHILE CAPACITY IS AVAILABLE!     Here we come! On May 28th, at Seminole Music & Sound in Seminole FL is hosting a drum clinic exclusively with Drummer Connection. All of our staff (featuring Billy Ashbaugh) will be in attendance and we will have a great agenda for you! [dcvideo=7287] Details of this event are in process, so keep checking this page for updates!     Date & Time: May 28th, 2009 @ 7 PM Address: Seminole Music & Sound 10720 Park Blvd # F Seminole, FL 33772 (727) 391-3892 View Map   Door Prizes are being donated by: ddrum (in support of DrummerConnection.com) DW Drums (in support of Billy Ashbaugh) Vic Firth (in support of Billy Ashbaugh) Shure Microphones (in support of Billy Ashbaugh) Paiste Cymbals (in support of Billy Ashbaugh) &nbsp... more...