Category Archives: Drum Set

The Amazing Gene Krupa

Today we check out a classic figure in drumming. You won’t be disappointed!

Bill Stewart: Live at Modern Drummer 2008

I’ve been on a Bill Stewart kick lately so I was thrilled to find this video that includes both some playing and some footage of Bill answering some interesting interview questions. Can you just “swing a band” playing just quarter

Vinnie Colaiuta Live at the Baked Potato

It has been too long since we featured some videos of Vinnie Colaiuta on DrumChattr.com. Vinnie is probably best known from his drumming with Frank Zappa, but if you check out his

Tony Williams Drum Clinic 1985 pt.1/3

Tony Williams makes his first appearance at Drumchattr (it’s about time) with this clinic appearance at the Zildjian Day in 1985. Few drummers share his “legendary” status. I appreciate the lyrical qualities of his playing. What qualities of Tony’s playing

Antonio Sanchez

Today we hit you up with a video of Antonio Sanchez. And, to not disappoint check out the “rhumba clave” foot cam! When was the first time you heard about Antonio Sanchez? Leave your comments below the post.

Jeff Hamilton Trio – Red Sparkle

Perhaps most well known for his work with Diana Krall, Rosemary Clooney, and the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra, Jeff Hamilton’s clearest voice (and amazing brush work) is most evident in the Amazon

Manu Katche – Drum Solo

Today we groove hard with Manu Katche who I don’t believe we have ever featured at Drumchattr. Enjoy!

Buddy Rich on why he doesn’t use match grip

Ah.. you have to love YouTube. In this video, Buddy Rich claims that playing traditional grip is the key to playing creatively behind the drums. I’ve often wondered why so many jazz drummers play this way. Do you think this

PASIC 2007: Dave Weckl

Here’s a bit of a flashback to PASIC 2007. Dave Weckl covers just a little bit of everything in this particular solo. Enjoy!

The Gathering Mist – “Unable To Forgive” Drum Set

As you may remember, we featured