Source: Modern Drummer SABIAN, Ltd. announced recently the return of the SABIAN Dream Spot competition. The second annual promotional contest will give one lucky undiscovered band the chance to play 10 dates on the 2008 Vans Warped Tour. The winning band will earn the opportunity to play the “Kevin Says” stage, the launching pad for many SABIAN bands including “My Chemical Romance,” “Fall Out Boy,” and “Avenged Sevenfold.” Read the full story ...

We talk about tips for Concert percussion on today's show.  In news, we discuss Chris Adler's clinic takes, Ringo™'s upcoming UK tour, MD festival lineup, Is Dream Theater done?, Travis Barker news, and Zac Hansen has a baby girl!  Show Notes Direct Download

In part II of the Drummer's Toybox covers what every drummer should have in a box for parts and repairs.  The MD Reader's Poll is out, the Dr. Rion is the Hybrid Rudiment of the Week, and Carter brings the news!  Show Notes

Sign Meshuggah drummer Tomas Haake for a pro sports contract. He can't stay healthy! The Swedish band announced this month that they are cancelling several Scandinavian shows due Haake's unhealthy back and right leg. Haake was forced to sit out part of Meshuggah's tour last year due to shoulder problems. At this point, one wonders why this keeps happening. Suppose it's due to poor posture or technique? It is possible. Perhaps he's just chronically injured. ...

Source: Harmony Central PRESS RELEASE For drummers who are serious about becoming better players, the first steps are to study the masters and learn to "play for the music." Off The Record, by Ed Breckenfeld (Modern Drummer Publications), is an exciting new book and DVD-ROM multi-media package designed to help drummers do both. The collection of lessons from one of Modern Drummer's most popular columns showcases more than 500 drum tracks by the world's most important, influential, ...

In an effort to bring their site to meet the demands of the modern Internet user, Modern Drummer has updated their website with new features.  According to an article from DrummerCafe.com ... These recent developments represent an ongoing pledge to our readers and the drum industry,” explains Modern Drummer associate publisher Tracy Kearns. “Since Ron Spagnardi first began publishing Modern Drummer in 1977, we have been dedicated not just to covering the drumming ...

Not to be outdone by Drum! Magazine's digital archives, Drumhead Magazine is now offering their own online versions.  The more this goes on, the more MD's archive DVD seems overpriced and arcane. The presentation is pretty solid, but compared to Drum's offering, this new entry lacks some of the pizzazz and slickness.  It's ok, but Drum!'s is better.

Source: ModernDrummer.com We've been following this for a while, but here is the final, official roster of artists for MD's festival weekend to be held September 20 and 21 in NYC. Will Calhoun Living Colour In 1988, Living Colour’s Will Calhoun exploded onto the world stage with a unique mix of power and finesse. Will’s continued to evolve in startling ways, and today he’s considered one of the most profound drummers alive. Bill Stewart & Special Musical Guests John Scofield/Pat Metheny For ...

Source: ModernDrummer.com Finding a good drummer can be a time consuming and difficult task. Drummer Hunter aims to ease the search. The simplicity of the site reflects the simplicity of the concept. Todd explains the inspiration behind the idea; “I moved from Minneapolis to Austin I didn’t know anyone and had been trying to find a band online. The whole process was a lot like dating. Finding the right fit has so much to do with ...

Source: Harmony-Central.com Celebrating the 125th Anniversary of Gretsch® drum-making excellence, Guitar Center, the world's largest musical instrument and professional audio retailer, is proud to team up with Gretsch Musical Instruments to announce the Gretsch Vintage USA Maple Limited Edition Snare Drum. The drums were hand selected from 300 original Vintage USA Jasper shells recently found in an amazing discovery at the Gretsch factory in Ridgeland, South Carolina, and a mere 125 have been produced and made ...