DRUM.DOG BLOG

Even though nothing comes close to playing my acoustic drum kit in terms of, well everything really, my electric drum kit is an absolute essential practice tool. Quite often I get asked to dep for another drummer who can’t make a gig for one reason or another and quite often... [Read More]

Earlier this year I had the opportunity to interview comedian Jasper Carrot for my local entertainment magazine. As I was lead backstage to meet the man himself his tour manager said, “I’ve arranged for you to have a chat with the shows drummer first.” Great I thought, always glad to... [Read More]

The new Meinl Cymbal Tuners are a step into the previously unexplored realm of cymbal dampening: until now the only options available to calm down that rowdy ride cymbal have been to slap on a Moon Gel and hope it’s still got enough stick left in it, or crack out... [Read More]

We take a look at the history of the different grip techniques and how to decide which is best for you. [Read More]