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Buddy Rich Memorial Returns

April 26, 2008 in Artists, Events, News by Dave Kropf

Source: Drummerzone.com

After a 10 year absence, the 2008 Buddy Rich memorial returns with a vengence on October 18, 2008 at Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City, NY. This year’s event prom ises to be the biggest ever. The event is being produced by Cathy Rich and Scabeba Entertainment, Neil Peart and title sponsor Drucker Labs.

Featured artists include drumming icon Neil Peart from Rush, Terry Bozzio from Frank Zappa and Missing Persons, John Blackwell from Prince and Justin Timberlake, and Buddy Rich’s grandson Nick Rich. More guests to be announced.

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Sabian Releases 13-inch Fierce Hats

April 26, 2008 in Gear, News by Dave Kropf

Source: Harmony Central

SABIAN has expanded its Vault collection with the introduction of 13-inch Vault Fierce Hats. Inspired by renowned drummer Jojo Mayer, the Fierce Hats feature a raw, unlathed surface and jumbo hammer marks that combine to deliver an aggressive low-end clarity and punchy, semi-dry response that projects in any music. It is this unique response that has made the Fierce concept a favorite among drummers of all styles, said Mark Love, SABIAN master product specialist.

“The hats’ attack is very aggressive with a low bite, which means they are punchy and cutting, yet not metallic sounding. This is more about music than metal,” Love said. “Sticking is always precise, and the pedal ‘chick’ is strong and articulate. Jojo’s Fierce Ride and Crash created such a positive stir, and with so many people commenting about the cymbals on his ‘Weapons for the Modern Drummer’ DVD, introducing the Fierce Hats was a natural progression.”

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