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Road Worrier: Sound Check Survival Tips
Billy Lee Lewis attempt to maximize the benefits and minimize the pain and suffering of sound checking for that “inside-the-band” feeling.
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Improve Your Groove With The Tree Pose
According to our yoga instructor, practicing this lesson’s Tree Pose can help improve the feel of your groove and ability to stay in the pocket.
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Rhythmic Physician: Pain In The Neck
We have all developed neck pain at some point in our lives. It’s a very common complaint, but most of the time the ailment is not serious.
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Yoga Yogi: Standing Side Stretch
Your spine provides the platform for everything you do behind the drum set. This stretch will help strengthen your spine for comfort and endurance.
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Big Band Recordings Every Drummer Should Own
The big band format proved to be a fertile field for the art of drumming. It was then that the drummer moved from the background into the spotlight.
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Alcohol: Healthful Beverage Or Addictive Drug?
They say wine is good for the heart, and it’s practically a tradition for musicians to imbibe at gigs. But overdo it and you can damage your chops.
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Tips Of The Trade: What To Practice
John Wicks helps us practice what matters – i.e. the things that will get you hired – starting with some skills needed when recording in the studio.
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Seven Steps For A Hassle-Free Gig
There’s nothing worse than having an equipment malfunction or failure at a gig. Here are seven tips that can keep those onstage nightmares at bay.
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Travis Barker: Seven CDs You Should Own
Travis Barker gives us his suggestions for seven classic albums that every drummer must own, including a few notable non-punk rock surprises.
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Do Drummers Deserve Worker’s Comp Payments?
Are drummers independent contractors or employees? The answer can determine if you receive worker’s compensation when you injure yourself onstage.
