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Familiar Face Returns To The UK Drum Show

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Familiar Face Returns To The UK Drum Show

Following a truly outstanding appearance at last year’s The UK Drum Show, Gold Media, organisers of the show, have announced that the mighty Benny Greb will be returning on Saturday 21 September exclusively for ‘An Evening with Benny Greb’ in association with Meinl Cymbals, Sonor Drums, Remo drumheads and Vic Firth Sticks.

This is a separate evening event, with doors open for admission at 7.pm with Benny taking to the stage 7.30pm till 9.15pm.

For those attending this years’ show and others that haven’t yet seen Benny, TUKDS are offering an Early-Bird ticket until the end of July of just £15 *plus ticket processing fee.
*Thereafter it will be £20.00.

For more info and tickets, head to: www.theukdrumshow.com 

 

 

Paiste 2002 Series Extreme Crash Cymbals – Drummer’s Review

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Paiste 2002 Series Extreme Crash Cymbals – Drummer’s Review

Here’s our review of a selection of new-for-2019 Paiste 2002 Series crash cymbals, featuring…

  • 18″, 19″ & 20″ crashes,
  • Handmade from B8 bronze,
  • Distinctive red logo & lettering.

Paiste says…“2002 cymbals were originally introduced in 1971 to address the sound needs of the revolutionary and rapidly expanding genres in electrified rock music. The warm, bright and powerful musical energy of 2002 cymbals has since been fundamental to the sound of countless legendary rock drummers. Part of the appeal of 2002 cymbals has always been their ability to “cut through the music”, enabling drummers to set musical accents even during heavily amplified situations. With the 2002 Extreme Crash, Paiste Sound Development’s objective was to take that ability to even higher levels.”

Find out our thoughts in the video above!!

RRP’s: 18″ – £305.00, 19″ – £330.00, 20″ – £354.00.

www.paiste.com

All of Drummer’s Review videos are recorded in a top quality studio with the finest equipment. To get the best from our reviews and really hear the instruments perform be sure to listen on good quality speakers or headphones!

Carlsbro Expand eKit Range

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Carlsbro Expand eKit Range

Carlsbro has recently introduced two new eKits into their already expansive range of eKits: the CS D100 and CS D600.

The CS D100 is a BRAND NEW eight piece electronic drum kit with 8″ cymbal pads and 7″ drum pads. It comes with 108 percussion voices, a dual zone ride cymbal, AUX in and Midi connectivity and sits on a lightweight, space saving, telescopic frame. The CS D100 is an ideal starter kit priced at £199.

The CS D600 is a top-of-the-range, mesh head nine piece kit. It features a traditional hi hat stand, 10″ snare drum and floor tom pads, 2 x 8″ tom pads, 14″ tri zone ride and 2 x 12″ crash cymbals. It comes with 408 high quality percussion voices, AUX in, Midi USB memory and USB MIDI interface. Complete with heavy duty, full size frame with fully adjustable hardware. This high end kit is priced at £799.

For more info, visit: www.carlsbro.com 

Gretsch New Orleans Round Badge Summit

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Gretsch New Orleans Round Badge Summit

The Gretsch Drums Round Badge Dealer summit in New Orleans, which took place on June 12th 2019 at the world-class Parlor recording Studios, came to a stunning conclusion at Tipitina’s with a concert performance directed by Stanton Moore, with Keith Carlock and an all-star band.

The summit event was attended by key DW & Gretsch Drums staff including special appearances by Fred Gretsch (4th Generation family member) and Chris Lombardi (President, Drum Workshop).

Jazz, funk and rock drummer Stanton Moore is a native of New Orleans and a founding member of the band Galactic. Known for his explosive groove he was the perfect host and demonstrator for the Gretsch products. Joining him to present Gretsch’s drums was Keith Carlock (Steely Dan), the perfect accompaniment to Moore with his own take on rock and fusion. These two drummers, who perform so naturally together, played impeccably as they showed an assortment of current USA factory instruments plus sneak previews of future releases!

Supporting this amazing drumming duo was a band featuring Tony Hall (Bass), David Torkanowsky (Keys), Ian Neville(Vocals), Robert Mercurio (Bass), Brad Walker (Saxophone) and the Hornstars.

‘To see and hear our instruments played by two amazing drummers,’ said Andrew Shreve, Gretsch Brand and Artist Relations manager ‘was an incredibly exciting way to demonstrate that great Gretsch sound. The evening’s concert with the star-studded band was an outstanding end to an exceedingly successful day.’

To find out more about the great Gretsch sound please go to www.gretschdrums.com. To be the first to find out about new products please follow Gretsch on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram.

DW & LP Head South

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DW & LP Head South

Drum Workshop Inc. (DW) and Latin Percussion (LP) are delighted to announce the “DW & LP Road Trip Tour” across Central and South America this summer. The shows will feature Fausto Cuevas and Stephen Perkins who will each give solo performances before coming together to close the show with a dynamic drumming duet. The tour is additionally sponsored by Zildjian, Remo and Pro-Mark. 

Shows will be held as follows:

Guatemala City – Guatemala – August 24th 2019

Mexico City – Mexico – August 26th 2019

Quito – Ecuador – August 28th 2019

Bogota – Colombia – August 30th 2019

Lima – Peru – September 2nd 2019

Santiago – Chile – September 4th 2019

Bringing his own distinctive style to these shows is drummer and percussionist, Stephen Perkins.  Best known for playing with the pioneering rock group, Jane’s Addiction, he has also played with Infectious Grooves, Rage Against The Machine, Nine Inch Nails and Hell Flower. Expect him to bring vibrant, colorful drumming to these performances. Perkins will be playing on DW Collectors Series Maple Drums.

He is joined by established percussionist Fausto Cuevas III who has recorded, performed and toured with many great artists including Stevie Wonder, Sting, Jennifer Lopez, Julio Iglesias, and the late, great B.B. King. Cuevas will be producing lots of high energy Latin grooves using his LP Signature Congas, Quinto, Tumba and Bongo. He can be seen playing with special guests on the LP YouTube Channel earlier this year. 

To find out more about DW please go to www.dwdrums.com. To find out more about Latin Percussion please go to www.lpmusic.com. To find out more about times and venues for the tour please follow either DW or LP on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or YouTube. 

Mapex Mars Shell Pack & Accompanying Hardware Pack – Drummer’s Review

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Mapex Mars Shell Pack & Accompanying Hardware Pack – Drummer’s Review

Here’s our review of a Mapex Mars series shell pack along with full compliment of hardware, featuring…

Kit:

  • 22″ x 18″ drilled bass drum,
  • 10″ x 7″ rack tom,
  • 12″ x 8″ rack tom,
  • 16″ x 14″ floor tom,
  • 14″ x 6.5″ snare drum,
  • Driftwood veneer finish,
  • 6-ply, 100% birch shells,
  • SoniClear bearing edges.

Hardware:

  • 2 x boom cymbal stands,
  • 1 x hi-hat stand,
  • 1 x snare stand
  • 1 x bass drum pedal.

Mapex says…“The Mars Series Shell Pack offers 100% Birch, shallow depth shells with the new SONIClear™ bearing edge, producing a fast, clear tone with a quick rebound. The Mars Series “Rock” Shell Pack features sizes that can span a wide range of playing styles. This configuration offers a blend of power and versatility well-suited for the drummer needing a portable, great sounding kit.”

Find out our thoughts in the video above!!

RRP’s: Shell Pack – £529.00, Hardware Pack – £250.00

www.mapexdrums.com

All of Drummer’s Review videos are recorded in a top quality studio with the finest equipment. To get the best from our reviews and really hear the instruments perform make sure you listen on good quality speakers or headphones!

Jobeky Compact Pro eKit & Low Volume eCymbals – Drummer’s Review

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Jobeky Compact Pro eKit & Low Volume eCymbals – Drummer’s Review

Here’s our review of a Jobeky Custom Electronic Drums Compact Pro eKit and a selection of Low Volume eCymbals, featuring…

  • 20″ x 14″ bass drum,
  • 10″ x 7″ rack tom,
  • 12″ x 8″ rack tom,
  • 14″ x 12″ floor tom,
  • 14″ x 5.5″ snare drum,
  • 20″ ride cymbal,
  • 18″ crash cymbal
  • 14″ hi-hats,
  • 18″ china cymbal,
  • 10″ splash cymbal,
  • Surf Green wrap finish,
  • Maple bass drum hoops,
  • Integrated wiring for rack toms housed within bass drum.

Jobeky says…“Compact Pro gives you complete control over your finish! Stock kits come in black glitter but you can select different custom wraps! We also have many other wraps too on our Drum Finishes page – please check these out!”

Find out our thoughts in the video above!!

RRPs’:

Compact Pro Package (5-piece shall pack plus 20″ ride, 18″ crash & 14″ hats): £1399.00

10″ Low Volume splash: £79.00

18″ Low Volume china: £125.00

Extras – surf green wrap finish (£162.00), maple bass drum hoops (£POA), wire-in-wire bass drum system (£49.20).

www.jobekydrums.co.uk

All of Drummer’s Review videos are recorded in a top quality studio with the finest equipment. To get the best from our reviews and really hear the instruments perform make sure you listen on good quality speakers or headphones!

Gretsch expand artist family

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Gretsch expand artist family
Tyler Greenwell and J.J.Johnson (Credit David Phillips)
Tyler Greenwell and J.J.Johnson (Credit David Phillips)

Gretsch Drums are pleased to announce that Sean Paddock, drummer for country star Kenny Chesney, Andrew Marshall the rhythmic core behind teenage sensation Billie Eilish and Tedeschi Trucks Band dual drummer team, Tyler Greenwell and J.J.Johnson, have just become official endorsers.

Sean Paddock

Sean Paddock, awarded Country Drummer of the Year in 2015 by Drum Magazine, has been the drummer for the multi-award winning Kenny Chesney since 1996. He was with him throughout the record breaking 2018 Trip Around the Sun which crossed the million person mark, and will be playing his Gretsch drum on the current  Songs for the Saints tour.

Providing the rock-solid beat for the most talked about teen in the world, Billie Eilish, on her record breaking debut album When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? is Andrew Marshall. Following her Coachella debut and huge surge in popularity Billie Eilish and her band were recently bumped up to a higher slot at this year’s Glastonbury festival.

The Grammy award winning Tedeschi Truck Band’s debut album featured double drummers Tyler Greenwell and J.J.Johnson playing in tandem. They skillfully combine good taste with elegant chops, integrating smart ideas which allow them to stay out of each other’s way yet still deliver a flaming performance. The band will be touring the States and Japan this summer.

Andrew Marshall (Credit David Phillips)

‘It is incredibly exciting to welcome Sean, Andrew, Tyler and J.J to the Gretsch Drums Family,’ said Andrew Shreve, Gretsch Brand and Artist Relations manager, ‘what these drummers, from diverse backgrounds and musical genres, share is a passion for that immediately recognizable, great Gretsch sound. We are honored to be able to make drums that inspire them to play.’

www.gretschdrums.com

UFO Lands In The UK

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UFO Lands In The UK

Active Music have recently announced the exclusive distribution of UFO Low Volume Cymbals for the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland., and will be debuting them at The UK Drum Show 2019 this September.

UFO Low Volume Cymbals are developed to behave like traditional cymbals, only at a reduced volume. Enabling the user to play like they would normally, but quieter, making it more comfortable for both the player and those around them.

UFO Low Volume Cymbals feel and respond like traditional cymbals – all the way from the bell to the edge, they even have some of the same sound characteristics. Ideal for any situation where volume needs to be kept to a minimum, be it practice at home or a performance in a smaller, intimate, venue. The cymbals also work great for making stacks with traditional cymbals.

The UFO Low Volume Cymbals are made from durable zinc, and are available in two sets, (14, 16, 20 or 14, 16, 18, 20), complete with bag, or as individual cymbals.

For more info visit: www.ufocymbals.com or www.activemusic.co.uk

For tickets and info for The UK Drum Show, visit: www.theukdrumshow.com 

Main Stage Performance Times For The UK Drum Show Announced

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Main Stage Performance Times For The UK Drum Show Announced

The final line-up, including performance times, has recently been announced by the team over at The UK Drum Show.

With performances from some of the most renowned drummers in the world, the weekend is geared up to be the biggest drum weekend of 2019.

Featuring six main-stage artists each day, The UK Drum Show looks set to be the busiest show to date:

For more details and to get advanced tickets, head over to: www.theukdrumshow.com 

 

 

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