GOSSIP FROM THE WORLD OF DRUMS
According to the Harper Collins Publishers website, October 22, 2024 is the day Alex Van Halen’s memoirs are set for release. Alex was the drummer for the band Van Halen and brother of the legendary late guitarist Eddie Van Halen. The book...
Kerry King on Dave Lombardo
In a recent interview for the Rolling Stone magazine, done in connection with the launch of his new band, Kerry King answers a number of questions about the new project, but also regarding his past with Slayer. To put it mildly, he doesn’t...
Mike Portnoy as seen by Alex Skolnick
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...
Jay Weinberg speaks out after his dismissal from Slipknot
The Sunday before last, Slipknot shocked its fans by announcing parting ways with the band’s drummer Jay Weinberg after 10 years (see: HERE). Two days ago, Jay finally spoke out about it on his social media. The statement reads: “I...
Vicky O’Neon (Anastacia) joins BDC family
Vicky O’Neon has joined the growing British Drum Co. family of artists. Originally from Finland, Vicky is a UK based drummer and percussionist currently on a European tour with American singer Anastacia. She is also a drum educator and co-founder...
Joey Kramer not to take part in Aerosmith’s farewell tour
Drummer Joey Kramer has a history of feuding with his bandmates in Aerosmith over alleged or factual inability to perform due to health issues. Although not as long, it is one that is beginning to resemble the odyssey between Bill Ward and the...

