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Profiles: Jerry Allison

Sep 20, 2022 | PROFILES

On Monday, Aug 22, the world received the news of the death of The Crickets drummer Jerry Allison, who died only 10 days before his 83rd birthday. A statement posted on Buddy Holly’s official Facebook account reads: “Our sincerest...

Profiles: Alan White

Jun 1, 2022 | PROFILES

As probably all drum maniacs out there already know, Yes drummer Alan White passed away last Thursday. The statement posted on the band’s Facebook account reads: “Alan White, our beloved husband, dad, and grandpa, passed away at the age...

Profiles: Taylor Hawkins

Mar 31, 2022 | PROFILES

As probably ALL drum maniacs out there already know, Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins passed away last Friday night. The statement posted on the band’s Facebook account reads: “The Foo Fighters family is devastated by the tragic and...

Charlie Watts dies at 80

Aug 25, 2021 | PROFILES

As it has been reported by the most reputable press agencies (Reuters, Associated Press) and news services (BBC, Sky News, CNN), Charlie Watts – the man behind the drums for The Rolling Stones since 1963 – passed away yesterday. A...

Profiles: Joey Jordison (Slipknot)

Jul 29, 2021 | PROFILES

On Monday, July 27, the world received the news of the death of Joey Jordison – former drummer of Slipknot. Joey died at the age of 46. A family representative said he died “peacefully in his sleep,” but did not specify the cause...

Profiles: Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section drummer Roger Hawkins

May 25, 2021 | PROFILES

A few days ago, the sad news about the death of Roger Hawkins was announced. The drummer of the legendary Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section, who played on such hits as “Respect” and “Chain of Fools” by Aretha Franklin,...

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A bit of information on the history of the drums. In this category, we write about the history of drum or cymbal manufacturing companies and their founders’ life stories. The same goes for PA, mixing consoles, monitoring system producers, renowned drummers, educators, music producers – in a nutshell, everybody and everything that has contributed to the development of the art of drumming over the years.

DW Dave Grohl Icon Snare

BeatIt Test: Tama Simon Phillips Signature snare – 40th Anniversary

Zildjian Vintage A Limited Edition

BeatIt Test: Meinl HCS cymbal set

BeatIt Test: Tama Superstar Classic NEO-MOD

BeatIt Test: Roland TD-27KV

Beatit Test: Booty Shakers

Craft Ears in-ear monitors

Ash Soan presents his drum kit

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Charlie Watts dies at 80

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Profiles: Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section drummer Roger Hawkins

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