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.
Read moreEric Boudreault in Guam, a drumming adventure like no other
At the end of March 2022, I received a call for a proposal to be the musical director and drummer for a major production. I was surprised to learn that this production would take place on the Pacific Island of Guam.
Read moreA Brief, Mostly Factual History Of The Bass Drum
The trend toward smaller bass drums was driven as much by portability as sound. Elvin Jones settled on an 18" bass drum because it fit into a cab nicely (so I’ve heard).
Read moreEarly Apollo Snare Drum
In an effort to show what is less seen, I offer you another one of my favorites. This gold sparkle Apollo, which was made by Star in the early 1960’s
Read moreBenny Barth's Slingerland Radio King Drum Set
This is the story of a Slingerland Radio King drum kit that I spent many years piecing back together. It originally belonged to Benny Barth, a renowned jazz drummer from Indianapolis and one of the most influential drummers of his time.
Read moreSpotlight- Veteran jazz drummer Rich Thompson retires from Eastman School of Music at the University of Rochester
Drummer Rich Thompson recently announced his retirement from his 30 year career at Eastman School of Music. Rich has been in demand as a top call drummer in Rochester for the past 25 years.
Read more1933-34 Slingerland NOB Radio Model DuAlls
Slingerland purchased the patent from C. G. Conn in 1933. Ludwig & Ludwig sued Slingerland for patent infringement and Slingerland was forced to cease and desist any further manufacturing of the DuAll model along with having to pay for any DuAll models that were previously sold.
Read moreFrom editor George Lawrence
This is a game changer – the most obvious advancement being the drastically reduced weight.
Read moreJust a Small Town Doc
So you pack your bags, load up the drums and head for the big city -- just as countless other aspiring players have done. And you’re immediately faced with the more established players, the ones who really are the big fish in this bigger pond.
Read moreEdward Tucker’s Catalog Corner 1909 Leedy Insert: “Some More Good Things”
The insert highlighted in my column this month is one of the earliest known examples. It was actually in the 1909 Leedy edition as well as their 1910.
Read morePristine 1970 Ludwig "Hollywood" Drum Set - No Serial Number WMP
This set was born together and still with the one and only original owner whose parents purchased it for him brand spanking new in 1970. He played it for about a year with his cousin in a little band in his basement and never again after that. The set NEVER left his house and was NEVER played out. He also immaculately cared for it keeping it under cover.
Read more1938-40- SLINGERLAND 5x14 SEA GREEN PEARL RADIO KING MODEL
I got this *Clamshell Sea Green Pearl Radio King a few Chicago Shows ago from my good friend and fellow collector Joe Luoma.
Read moreLawrence Drums/Famous Drums
My second George’s Drum Shop was located in Copley Ohio starting in 2002 then moved to Cuyahoga Falls Ohio in 2006. I made and sold a lot of drum sets and snare drums during those years.
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