Modern Drummer is the world’s most widely read drum magazine, is dedicated entirely to the art of drumming and caters to the needs of amateur, semi-pro, and professional drummers. Every month MD features entertaining interviews with the world’s most popular drummers from all styles of music; interviews that delve into playing techniques, equipment, and musical concepts. The publication also reports on industry trends and activities, plus new drum products, publications, and recordings, and industry events. A roster of over 35 educational departments, authored by leaders in the field, offers readers practical playing tips and advice on topics that encompass all phases of drumming.
It’s Only Rock and Roll
MODERN DRUMMER MAGAZINE
Charlie Watts Quartet • Four Different Collector Covers Honor the Legend
REMEMBERING CHARLIE WATTS
Charlie’s 50 & Counting Rehearsal Kit
Capturing That Charlie Vibe
12 MD Cover Artists on Playing for the Song From the Modern Drummer Archives
A family tribute to Charlie Watts …Or Recollections on the Bakerloo Line
Charlie Watts • A Personal Remembrance and Tribute
The Master’s Groove • Keith Richards famously said of Charlie’s drumming, “It is the bed I lie on.” And we all know it to be true—a band is only as good as its drummer. Here’s a list of some of my favorite drum tracks and fills by Charlie. It’s a master class in the art of playing for the song and creating your own unique voice with your instrument.
Charlie’s My Darling…
That Seductive Charlie Watts Groove • One Style I Could Never Mimic
Don McAulay • Charlie Watts’ Drum Tech
Why Influencers Matter • The Drummers Who Forged Charlie Watts’ Style
A Distinguished Gentleman • My Photographic Journey with Charlie Watts
“The Adult in the Gang” • Photographing Charlie Watts
Watts Wisdom • Stone Insights from the Pages of Modern Drummer
Donn Bennett’s Drum Vault • The Charlie Watts Collection
Buried Treasures • I Unboxed Charlie’s First Drum Kit and Other Stories from The Watts Collection
Gretsch Drums • August-September 1982
NEW GEAR
DW Drums MFG XF Double Pedal
Latin Percussion Tommy Lee Rockstar Ridge Rider Cowbell
RTOM LV Mesh Drumheads
The Modern Drummer Product Guide • Hardware & Accessories
What Was That? • Five Genius Charlie Watts Fills
Chad and Charlie
Charlie Watts in 1967: The Year of Experimentation
Snare Drum Independence
Ron Tutt • March 12, 1938 - October 16, 2021
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