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Chad Smith

Owen Hopkin calls up Chad to get the low down on his 70s funk jamming Meatbats project

Drum Legacy

Steve Smith and Mark Griffith duly give Joe Dukes recognition for his distinctive style

Alex Reeves

Alex rightfully gets his ‘big break’ as the Dizzee Rascal gig brings him to the attention of the masses

Mark Holub

Led Bib and Mercury Prize nominee drummer swaps the US for the UK. Brent Keefe checks his application

Karl Brazil

What do Robbie Williams, Feeder, James Blunt, James Morrison, Body Rockers and Natalie Imbruglia have in common? Karl Brazil reveals the secret to his success

Matt Wheeler

The Rumble Strips beat provider on lessons, live licks and the luxury of performing with an 11-piece orchestra

UFiP

Drummer visits UFiP to discover the artisan methods of the Italian rotocasters and the Tuscan approach to cymbal making

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Alesis DM10 Pro Kit

So much promised for so little. Does the Alesis DM10 deliver?

Bosphorus

Bosphorus create cymbals from a bygone era to satisfy the discerning player

Drum Art

Drum Art sticks remind us of the importance of sound, feel and quality

Ford

Can a worktop be the right sonic material for a snare drum? Ford know so

SJC

The SJC Compact kit provides much more than small sizes and a dazzling look

Sonor

Sonor and Phil Rudd combine to bring a budget conscious signature kit from the man in black