DRUMMERS
Ronnie Tutt, session drummer, best known as an original member of Elvis Presley’s TCB Band, died on the 16th of October at the age of 83. Elvis Presley Enterprises announced Tutt’s passing on the Graceland website: “All of us with Elvis Presley...
Bill Ward would like to make an album with Black Sabbath
In a recent interview for The Metro, former Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward contemplates the idea of making a studio album with his friends and former bandmates. “I’m in contact with the guys. I talked to Ozzy two nights ago. A lot of things have...
New Vic Firth Mike Johnston signature drumsticks!
The Avedis Zildjian Company, parent company of Vic Firth, have announced the release of the Mike Johnston Custom Collaboration American Classic NE-1 sticks. Mike Johnston has shared his musical mind as a world-renowned online educator since 2014....
Matt Garstka changes colours!
Matt Garstka and DW Drums have officially announced their co-operation. The statement on the company’s official FB fanpage reads: “DW Drums is incredibly excited to announce the latest DW endorser: Matt Garstka. Matt has recorded and...
Chad Smith pays tribute to Neil Peart
On September 12, Neil Peart would have turned 69. At the same time, it was the the Professor’s second birthday without him being with us. Physically, at least. Drum Channel asked Red Hot Chili Peppers’ very own sticksman, Chad Smith, to...
Phil Collins won’t be playing drums on upcoming Genesis tour
Genesis fans are looking forward to the farewell The Last Domino? Tour 2021, which starts in the second half of September. It will be an extraordinary tour, because the musicians of the now classic band will perform together after many years of...

