Modern Drummer Magazine

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.

45 Years of a Vibrant Community

Modern Drummer Magazine

Remembering Ron Spagnardi Quotes from the Original Fearless Leader

By the Numbers • MD Covers Reveal Drum-Culture Stats

Toppermost of the Poppermost • Pop-Culture Triumphs, 1977-2021

12 Iconic Punk-Rock Drummers Sound Off

Timeless Tutorial • Choosing The Correct Job

Gene Krupa Elected to Hall of Fame in 1979 • Excerpted from the October/November 1979 issue

Buddy Rich Elected to Hall of Fame in 1980 • Excerpted from the January 1977 issue

John Bonham Elected to Hall of Fame in 1981 • Excerpted from the John Bonham tribute issue, July 1984

Keith Moon Elected to Hall of Fame in 1982 • Excerpted from the September 2003 issue

Neil Peart Elected to Hall of Fame in 1983 • Excerpted from the April/May 1980 issue

Bill Bruford • Excepted from the January/February 1979 issue

Phil Collins • Excerpted from the March/April 1979 issue

Alan White • Excerpted from the February/March 1980 issue

Carl Palmer • Excerpted from the June/July 1980 issue

Nick Mason • Excerpted from the November 2011 issue

Martin Chambers • Excerpted from the July 1982 issue

Stewart Copeland • Excerpted from the October 1982 issue

Roger Taylor • Excerpted from the March 1985 issue

Larry Mullen • Excerpted from the August 1985 issue

Jon Farriss • Excerpted from the October 1988 issue

Max Roach • Excerpted from the June 1982 issue

Peter Erskine • Excerpted from the January 1983 issue

Art Blakey • Excerpted from the September 1984 issue

Jack DeJohnette • Excerpted from the October 1989 issue

Billy Cobham • Excerpted from the August/September 1979 Issue

Migirian Drum Company • March 1983