“I was one of the early users of DrumSellers and over the years the site has become a regular part of my daily routine, which goes something like this; Get out of bed, brush my teeth, check DrumSellers to see what's new on the site, check other email then start my "regular" work day. I'll usually check DrumSellers throughout the day to get an update on a listing I may be pondering or just to look at all the great drums and gear on the site.”
Read moreTake Ten - Drum Grooves for a Waltz in 10/4 Time
The article is based on the book, ’TAKE TEN—DRUM GROOVES FOR A WALTZ IN 10/4 TIME’ by Joel Rothman, which is due for release. Please contact Joel to find out more about obtaining the book. Email: joelrothmanpublications@gmail.com
Read moreBobby T’s Double Whammy
June 2025 has turned out to be a banner month in the long storied career of drummer Bobby T Torello. He’s the featured cover artist in ‘Blues Blast Magazine’, and has a brand new CD release with friend and collaborator guitarist extraordinaire, Jay Willie.
Read moreOne Link At A Time
Consider practice as basic as brushing your teeth.
Read more1928-32 Ludwig 5x14 Mottled Sepia Standard Model Snare
“Not all pearl covering options were offered in the catalogs. Some finish options, like model options, were short lived and never made the next years catalog.
Read moreRare Little Drum
This beautiful drum was made by Star as part of their “Midget” line. Most commonly seen as part of a four-piece “Low-Teen” drum outfit, they were also sold as individual snare drums.
Read moreFrom Editor George Lawrence
There are a few changes going on at Not So Modern Drummer and with me. First and foremost, Billy Cuthrell is the new owner of DrumSellers.com.
Read moreThe Ludwig Club Date
The name Club Date was actually used for the first time in the 1948 WFL catalog and was actually written as the DeLuxe Club Date.
Read moreThe Billy Wanat Story
Billy had been a major influence in the local drumming community since first studying with Joe Morello’s teacher, Joseph D. Sefcik.
Read moreJohn Crocken Drum Sticks has a very nice new website
With decades of experience and performance under his belt—from serving in the Army band to dazzling audiences alongside A-list celebrities and Broadway musicals—John harnessed his skills to infuse every pair of sticks with superior craftsmanship and an unrivaled ethos.
Read moreKeith Carlock FULL (!) 20 MIN SOLO @theukdrumshow 2024
Keith was a student of several teachers who taught at my George’s Drum Shop in Jackson Mississippi in the mid 80s; me, Quinous Johnson, Bud Berthold and he also was taught by my first drum teacher, Herman “Sonny” Hill. My opinion is this is one of the best solos he has ever played. Watch it, then go practice or lock your drums up in the closet! :-)
Read more1928- SLINGERLAND TONE FLANGE 5x14 WMP LIPSKIN SPECIAL MODEL
Lipskin Special Models were not catalogued so we can assume that they were made for a dealer.
Read moreLet Me Give You A Hand With That
It’s a phenomenon called Limb Assistance. That’s when one limb is able to perform better when it’s partnered with another limb.
Read moreThe R-360 By Rogers "Semi-stencil"
I personally think the Semistencil nickname is appropriate for the R-360 & R-380 by Rogers
Read moreRemembering Tony Williams / Jeff Turcotte
But it was the rolls Tony did on his toms that really did it for me.
Read moreBernard ‘Pretty’ Purdie Drum Clinic
Legendary drummer Bernard ‘Pretty’ Purdie presented a sold-out clinic at Rocky’s Music Studio in Rensselaer, NY
Read more1960s Slingerland Zildjian Buddy Rich all in one!
I have been working to acquire this phenomenal piece for a long time.
Read moreEdward Tucker’s Catalog Corner 1911 Walberg & Auge / Jas. H. Ward Mfg. Co.
A very special rare Drum Catalog arrived.
Read moreKOSA Mediterranean Dream Retreat! July 14-21, 2025
From the desk of editor George Lawrence
George Roy Lawrence III’s desk, inherited from George Roy Lawrence Jr. and custom built for George Roy Lawrence Senior.
Sorry for the late April Issue. Life happens and gets in the way. Seems like I bite off more than I can chew these days.
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