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Get a Grip: How to Hold Drumsticks the Right Way

Being a good drummer is a sign of increased intelligence. Drumming is also a great way to alleviate stress and anxiety. But, if you ever want to be great at the drums you have to master the basics first.…

Don’t Miss a Beat: 3 Common Drumming Mistakes And How You Can Avoid Them

To the untrained ear, playing the drums may seem like nothing more than banging loudly on an instrument. But, drumming actually requires quite a bit of skill and intelligence. In fact, studies actually show that successful drummers tend to be…

Making the Magic Last: Tips for Caring for Your Drum Set

Your steady beat is the backbone of the band. But what good is that if your drum set sounds like trash? Keeping your kit clean is a great way to preserve your drum set’s sound. Regular maintenance is…

Top 10 Famous Drummers and the Kits that Changed Music Forever

Sure, shiny guitars and decorated amp cabinets may be fancy, but many drummers also contribute style on stage. As their playing ability is the backbone to a successful band, drummers have customized their kits to create a sound unique to their group while also reflecting personal…

3 Interesting Facts About Record Labels

Music is about exploring the connections between anyone who listens to it — it brings people together. And with the right record labels, your music can help connect more people with each than you ever thought possible. Behind…

Double Bass: How to Master the Double Bass Drum Pedal

Are you ready to bask in the limelight? Ready to take off the kid gloves and stick it out to learn double bass? Think you don’t have a ghost of a chance? That you’re some fly by night amateur? Well, you’re…

New Day, New Drum Heads: Top Signs You Need to Replace Your Drum Heads

Drums are one of the most respected instruments. Not only are they challenging to play and awesome to watch, but they also have unexpected health benefits. However, there’s nothing worse than being in the middle of a jam…

The Best Drum Solos of All Time

Some songs are so beloved that people a few generations from now will know about them, and the artists who wrote them often end up the same way. A good song can be known for its lyrics, its…

3 Tips to Help You Create a Memorable Band Logo Design

Think about nearly any classic rock band you love. When you think of The Rolling Stones, sure, Keith Richard’s scathing, catchy opening riff for “Rocks Off” might spring to mind. It’s more likely you’ll think of the tongue…

Top 5 Tips and Techniques to Be a Better Drummer

Neuroscience experts contend that when you look at a band, drummers are likely to possess higher levels of intelligence than their less rhythmically-focused bandmates. That advantage and a number of others are why millions of people learn and…