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Drummer Talk

Drummer Talk

Drummer Talk

Drummer Talk is a weekly podcast devoted to drums, drum technology, percussion, and many other drum-related topics. Features educator and Memphis drummer, Dave Kropf See www.drummertalk.org for show notes and more!

Drummer Talk 11/19/2009 – PASIC 2009 Recap (Part I)

Today, we go over the first day and a half of PASIC 2009.  Clinics include Maria Martinez, Chris Pennie, Sergio Belotti, Tobias Ralph, Felix Pollard, Steve Fidyk, and Benny Greb. Similar and Related Posts ...DVD Review – Benny Greb: The Language ...
2 weeks ago

Drummer Talk 11/05/2009 – What Makes a Good Drum Kit?

Today, we examine what makes a drum kit a good kit, and we discuss the differences between top of the line gear.  Simon Phillips is the drummer of the week, and we have news including Thomas Pridgen’s departure from The Mars Volta!! Show ...
1 month ago

Drummer Talk 11/05/2009 – What Makes a Good Drum Kit?

Today, we examine what makes a drum kit a good kit, and we discuss the differences between top of the line gear.  Simon Phillips is the drummer of the week, and we have news including Thomas Pridgen’s departure from The Mars Volta!! Show ...
1 month ago

Drummer Talk Theme Song Ringtone!

We talked about ringtones on today’s show, so here is the Drummer Talk Theme for all you ringtone folks! Similar and Related Posts ...There are no related posts
2 months ago

Drummer Talk 10/22/2009 – Drumathon 5/Anton Fig

Today, we shamelessly plug Drumathon 5 as well as re-roll the interview with Anton Fig who was the drummer of the week! The triple-stroke roll is the rudiment of the week, and Carter brings us news and a review of the recent The Mars Volta show. Show ...
2 months ago

Drumathon 2009 is Here!

It’s a very special message about Drumathon 2009! www.drumathon.com Similar and Related Posts ...2008 Drumathon VideoDrummer Talk Archives – Electronic PercussionDrumathon Raffle Winners!Watch Drumathon 2008 Live!Drummer Talk 10/26/2007 ...
2 months ago

Drummer Talk 10/15/2009 – PASIC 2009 Preview

This week, we look at the clinics and masterclasses coming up at PASIC 2009 in Indianapolis, IN. The Double Drag Tap is the rudiment of the week, we talk about the recent Sabian Vault Tour in the news, and the legendary Buddy Rich is the drummer of the ...
2 months ago

Drummer Talk Archives – Drum Heads

It’s Fall Break, so here’s a show from the Archives! This show originally aired August 25, 2006. ———– We return from Summer break and begin season two with a show all about drum heads! Also, Dave teaches everyone how ...
2 months ago

Drummer Talk 10/01/2009 – Cool Music Apps

Today, we talk about cool music technology and music apps for the iPhone/iPod Touch.  The Flam Accent is the rudiment of the week, we talk about the Zildjian Tour and Sabian Vault Tour, and Bernard Pretty Purdie is the drummer of the week.  Show ...
2 months ago

Drummer Talk Special – Zildjian Tour at Memphis Drum Shop

Jim Pettit, of Memphis Drum Shop, gave Drummer Talk an exclusive sneak peak at the upcoming Zildjian Cymbal Tour coming to Memphis Drum Shop. Similar and Related Posts ...Roland Visits Memphis Drum ShopMemphis Drum Shop Featured in MTV’s Flipside ...
2 months ago

Drummer Talk Archives – Drumline

Dave is sick today and thus there is no new show, but please enjoy this tasty treat from the archives. This show originally aired April 26, 2006. —————— Today we talk all about drumline and things you need to get ...
3 months ago

Drummer Talk 09/17/2009 – Bad Habits of Good Drummers

Today, Dave and the crew talk about the the bad habits of good drummers. We got news, the double paradiddle is the rudiment of the week, and Art Blakey is the drummer of the week. Show Notes Similar and Related Posts ...There are no related posts
3 months ago

Drummer Talk 09/10/2009 – The History of Zildjian and Sabian

We uncover the tangled history between the world’s two largest cymbal makers: Zildjian and Sabian, complete with an interview with Andy Ziljdian! The double stroke roll is the rudiment of the week, Manu Katché is the drummer of the week, and we ...
3 months ago

Drummer Talk Archives – Keeping Time, Playing Other Kits

Due to technical issues, we’re unable to go live this week; however, get your DT fix with a blast from the past. This episode originally aired February 22, 2006. ———– We try something new today, for the first time we have ...
3 months ago

Drummer Talk 08/27/2009 - Losing the gig

Today, we talk about how to handle losing a gig. Wil Calhoun is the drummer of the week, the drag is the rudiment of the week, Carter brings the news, and we discuss the amazingness of tea! (Show Notes Similar and Related Posts ...Wil Calhoun Clinic In ...
08/27/09

Drummer Talk 08/20/2009 - Industry Insights

Industry titan, George Baldwin joins us in show this week as we pull back the curtain on the music industry and provide industry insights. The Flam is the rudiment of the week, Aaron Gillespie is the drummer of the week, we review the new MUTEMATH ...
08/20/09

Drummer Talk 08/20/2009 - Industry Insights

Industry titan, George Baldwin joins us in show this week as we pull back the curtain on the music industry and provide industry insights. The Flam is the rudiment of the week, Aaron Gillespie is the drummer of the week, we review the new MUTEMATH ...
08/20/09

Drummer Talk 08/13/2009 - Rehearsing

This week, we talk abut rehearsing - space, leaders, etc! The Paradiddle is the rudiment of the week, Philly Joe Jones is the drummer of the week, we talk about what we’re listening to right now (including a phone call to Soulja Boy Tell’em), ...
08/13/09

Drummer Talk 08/06/2009 - In-Ear Moniitors

We are BACK for Season 5 of Drummer Talk - the Internet’s longest running drumming podcast.  On today’s show, we talk about what we’ve done all Summer, we discuss the passing of Jim Chapin, we return to our rudimental roots with the ...
08/06/09