DRUMMERS
Friday, June 22, 2018, one of heavy metal’s most iconic and renowned drummers of all time, Vinnie Paul Abbott, passed away at his home in Las Vegas at the age of 54. Pantera have paid a touching tribute to him on their website. Here are excerpts...
Will Dave Grohl tour with Rush?
Seems like rock media are beginning to take on the role of a matchmaker in search of a drummer who could help out Rush after Neil Peart retired. A few weeks ago, we informed our viewers about Mike Portnoy’s reaction to such an enquiry. Very...
Brian Tichy finds new employment
American heavy metal veterans W.A.S.P. have employed Briana Tichy to fill the drummer’s seat for the band’s summer tour. The renowned drummer, multi-instrumentalist and writer, who has collaborated with the likes of Whitesnake,...
Rock community reacts to the passing of Vinnie Paul
After the news of Pantera, Damageplan and Hellyeah drummer, Vinnie Paul’s death was announced last Saturday, the rock community has shaken off the initial shock and renowned musicians’ reactions to the tragedy have started to appear....
Lamb of God drummer Chris Adler is self-conscious about his drumming
In a clip published by SceneFour Inc., Lamb of God drummer Chris Adler explains the reasons why he likes to engage in projects outside of his main band (such as Megadeth, Protest the Hero, Testament, Nitro). He also opens up about being...
Travis Barker battles health problems
Blink-182 were forced to cancel their Las Vegas show last weekend as drummer, Travis Barker was diagnosed with clots in his arms. The band (following in the footsteps of such stars as Barbara Streisand, Celine Dion, Elton John, or Billy Joel) has...