Vic Firth Drumset VIDEO Podcast
Summary: Vic Firth, the world's largest manufacturer of drumsticks and mallets, brings you interviews, lessons, and performances from the world's hottest drumset artists and educators!
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Podcasts:
Check out our exclusive interview with Thomas Lang at Modern Drummer Festival 2006! Thomas talks about this early classical training, what technique can and can't do for you, as well as where he goes to develop new ideas.
Long awaited by drummers around the world, Steve Jordan's DVD, The Groove is Here, offers an honest glimpse at Steve's unique playing style from a drummers perspective. Watch this clip to hear Steve talk about simplicity and the importance of the groove, from collaboration and songwriting to laying down the final tracks in the studio!
One of the most influential drummers of all time, Steve Gadd has toured and recorded with artists such as James Taylor, Eric Clapton, Paul Simon, Chick Corea, Joe Cocker, Dave Matthews, Paul McCartney, Steely Dan and many more! In this week's podcast, this in-demand drummer showcases his versatility with a solo using brushes.
Peter Erskine has performed with a countless number of artists including Diana Krall, Weather Report, Steps Ahead, Steely Dan, Chick Corea, Pat Metheny, among many others. Check out this video of Peter performing a solo at PASIC 2004.
Australian drumming sensation, Grant Collins is redefining the arena of solo drumset performance. Embarking on international tours and performing for sold-out audiences worldwide, he pushes the drumset into the spotlight as a contemporary solo instrument. Check out this video excerpt from Grant's solo composition, Swordfish.
There is no drummer alive today who has not been affected in some way by Steve Gadd's influential grooves and "in the pocket" playing style. Steve's groundbreaking work can be heard on legendary recordings such as "Aja," "Late in the Evening," and "Fifty Ways to Leave Your Lover." Check out this video of Steve soloing over a 3/2 clave!
Since the mid 80's, Brain has graced the albums and performances of some of rock's top cult/fringe artists with an atitude and playing style all his own. Inspired by sketeboarding videos, Brain has produced his own instructional DVD that is as unique as the music he plays. Check out clips from the DVD as well as our interview with Brian in this week's podcast!
For the last 20 years, Vic Firth Signature artist, Dave Weckl has maintained a reputation amongst his fans and peers as one of the very finest musicians on the contemporary music scene today. This week's podcast features Dave performing at the 25th anniversary Drummer's Collective Celebration in New York!
As a young drummer growing up in Louisianna, Stanton Moore was heavily influenced by the New Orleans style of drumming that surrounded him. Check out this video interview with Stanton for some performance clips and to hear more about how he has developed his unique playing style.
Vic Firth artist Jojo Mayer began his drumming career at the age of 18, touring with Monty Alexander's group and playing major jazz festivals throughout Europe. Since then, his unique approach to the drums has been recognized worldwide. Check out this video of Jojo performing at the 2005 Modern Drummer Festival.
Vic Firth artists Sully Erna and Shannon Larkin are the driving force behind the hard-rock band, Godsmack. Check out this week's drumset podcast to see Sully and Shannon engaged in an epic drum battle!
Jack DeJohnette has performed and recorded with some of the most talented and influential jazz musicians in modern history. Check out this week's drumset video podcast featuring Jack's performance at Columbus Percussion's "Drum Daze."
Arguably the greatest jazz drummer of all time, the legendary Buddy Rich exhibited his love for music through the dedication of his life to the art. His was a career that spanned seven decades, beginning when Rich was 18 months old and continuing until his death in 1987. This video, excerpted from Buddy Rich: At The Top, features a drum solo from 1974. The full DVD is available from HUDSON MUSIC.
Bobby Jarzombek, best known as the time keeper for British metal legend Rob Halford, is the epitome of a laid back, good natured, friendly Texan. Jarzombek's skill level behind the kit is truly frightening – and anyone that's ever seen or heard him play can only echo Halford's sentiments, "the best heavy metal drummer I know." Watch Bobby play "Peppered Cancer", excerpted from his Performance and Technique DVD.
Widely recognized as one of the greatest drummers in the world today, Kenny Aronoff is also one of the most in-demand musicians for both live performance and recording session work. The list of artists he has worked with includes John Mellencamp, Bob Seger, Melissa Etheridge, The Smashing Pumpkins, Jon Bon Jovi, Elton John, Bob Dylan, Waylon Jennings, Travis Tritt, Neil Diamond, Bonnie Raitt, John Fogerty and many others. With a style of playing that combines power and finesse, Kenny has been named the #1 Pop/Rock Drummer for 5 consecutive years and the #1 Studio Drummer for 4 consecutive years by the readers of Modern Drummer Magazine.