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Rich Redmond: The ‘Pea Soup’ Groove

Rich Redmond teaches us how to get that perfect “pea soup” sound (when you play an open hi-hat and quickly close it once you strike it).

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Rich Redmond: Linear Hand Patterns

Here are some exercises Rich Redmond warms up with before shows, and are also great for developing grooves and solos from Stick Control.

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Brad Morgan: Drive-By Trucker’s Pocket Man

Brad Morgan tells us how he went from an 11-year-old drummer, too small to lift his instrument, to backbeat for Southern rockers, Drive-By Truckers.

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Nathan Followill Of Kings Of Leon

We talk to Nathan Followill, relaxing in the comfort of his home in Nashville just a few hours before the Kings Of Leon are set to take the stage.

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Patrick Hallahan Of My Morning Jacket

Patrick Hallahan tells us about his Tennessee-based band My Morning Jacket, inspired by a bit of country, a little rock and roll, and a lot of indie.

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Inside The Nashville Drumming Scene

We visit Nashville to check out the drumming scene, and find a city full of incredible talent, plenty of opportunity, and lots of competition.

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Chris Fryar of Zac Brown Band

Zac Brown Band has taken the world of country music by storm with its gold certified album, The Foundation, and #1 single "Chicken Fried." Drummer Chris Fryar joined just as the band began to catch fire, and has been loving the road ever since.