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Mike Portnoy as seen by Alex Skolnick

Jan 24, 2024 | DRUMMERS, GOSSIP FROM THE WORLD OF DRUMS, HOT NEWS FROM THE WORLD OF DRUMS, NEWS

Alex Skolnick, guitar master known from Testament, leader of his own Alex Skolnick Trio, and member of the Metal Allegiance project, has recently been interviewed by The Metal Voice podcast, where he spoke about working with Mike Portnoy. Here is...

Simon Phillips announces limited pressing of Protocol V

Jan 22, 2024 | ALBUMS, DRUMMERS, HOT NEWS FROM THE WORLD OF DRUMS, NEWS

Simon Phillips has announced a limited pressing of the album “Protocol V”. The 2-LP gatefold set will be available on the 9th of February this year. For vinyl lovers, it seems like a true a true collector’s item! Simon Phillips is one...

David Garibaldi leaves Tower Of Power

Jan 16, 2024 | DRUMMERS, HOT NEWS FROM THE WORLD OF DRUMS, INTERVIEWS WITH DRUMMERS, NEWS

David Garibaldi has officially announced his departure from funk/R&B powerhouse, Tower Of Power. The influential drummer and educator’s statement has been posted on the band’s social media: “Brothers and Sisters of The Drum...

James Kottak has passed away

Jan 9, 2024 | DRUMMERS, HOT NEWS FROM THE WORLD OF DRUMS, NEWS

James Kottak died on Tuesday, the 9th of January 2024, in Louisville, Kentucky. The news was announced by the drummer’s daughter, Tobi. James Kottak was best known for being the drummer for Scorpions (1996 – 2016) and Kingdom Come (1987...

Mike Portnoy talks about coming back to Dream Theater

Nov 27, 2023 | DRUMMERS, HOT NEWS FROM THE WORLD OF DRUMS, INTERVIEWS WITH DRUMMERS, NEWS

During a Q&A session at Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp 2023, Mike Portnoy spoke up about his reunion with Dream Theater. “Well, it’s been 13 years now. And it’s crazy how time flies. But the last couple of years, I guess during...

Ilan Rubin joins Gretsch family

Nov 23, 2023 | DRUM GEAR, DRUMMERS, HOT NEWS FROM THE WORLD OF DRUMS, NEWS

Ilan Rubin is officially a Gretsch artist! The news was announced yesterday on the company’s social media. The succinct statement reads: “Join us in welcoming the newest member of the team, Ilan Rubin! Welcome to the family!” Ilan...

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In addition to news concerning drum kits, snare drums, cymbals, percussion instruments, drum accessories, workshops, clinics, albums, recordings, concerts and other things related to drums, we also post news items regarding specific drummers. What conclusions about his life has Phil Rudd arrived at having lost his job with AC/DC? Who is Dave Grohl currently working in the studio with? Who has Chad Smith signed an endorsement deal with? These are exactly the topics this category will write about.

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Mike Portnoy as seen by Alex Skolnick

Simon Phillips announces limited pressing of Protocol V

David Garibaldi leaves Tower Of Power

James Kottak has passed away

Mike Portnoy talks about coming back to Dream Theater

Ilan Rubin joins Gretsch family

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