Matt Cameron’s New Band
July 7, 2008 | Leave a Comment
It’s called Harrybu McCage, it’s a jazz trio, and it’s pretty close to AWESOME. Check out the band’s MySpace page for a two-song sample. The self-titled debut goes on sale tomorrow in stores, but you can order it now if you manage to successfully navigate the labyrinth of Pearl Jam’s online store.
[via Plug in Music]
Zildjian Drummers Achievement Awards
July 7, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Get ready, Londoner drummers. The Zildjian Achievement Awards are headed your way. And if this press release ain’t lying, you’ll surely want to be there:
Great British rhythm legends Ginger Baker from Cream and Mitch Mitchell from the Jimi Hendrix Experience are accompanied by a host of rock royalty for a night of exciting music in aid of Cancer Research UK.
Hosted by Radio 2’s Mark Radcliffe and Bob Harris, the Zildjian Drummers Achievement Awards features performances by some of the greatest musicians of our time. Musical legends and rising stars taking part to pay tribute to Ginger and Mitch include Jack Bruce (Cream), Jason Bonham (Led Zeppelin), Ronnie Vannucci (The Killers), Andy Burrows (Razorlight), Jon Lord (Deep Purple), Steve White and Damon Minchella (Paul Weller), Brian Bennett (The Shadows) and vocalist Steve Balsamo.
The event will take place October 3, 2008, and tickets go on sale July 11 at 10 a.m. Check the Southbank Centre for soon-to-be-unveiled details.
…And make sure to send us some goddamn pics if you score a ticket.
[Thanks to the big D for the tip!]
Tommy Lee vs. Criss Angel?
July 6, 2008 | 1 Comment
We have absolutely no inside info on this latest bit of gossip…but when did that ever stop DIY reportage?
Some celebrity blogs are reporting that Tommy Lee was a no-show at Pamela Anderson’s birthday bash in Las Vegas this weekend. The two recently reunited as cuddlebugs, so Lee’s absence does seem somewhat odd, though not entirely damning given that he and the rest of the Crue guys are super occupied with Cruefest and their new album. But how to explain these pics from WireImage of Pam getting cozy with Criss Angel? Man, we’re not even going to try. Just get ready for the shit slinging and fist swinging.
Benefit for Lit Drummer Allen Shellenberger
July 5, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Allen was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor two months ago. If you live in Southern California or can find a way to get there, help a fellow thumper out by attending this benefit concert at the House of Blues in Anaheim on July 26. Tickets are still available at Ticketmaster for $32.50.
Travis Barker Plays “Don’t Touch Me”…Again
July 5, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Last month, we posted a video of Barker drumming on Busta Rhymes’s “Don’t Touch Me,” but YouTube promptly took it down. It’s now back up on MySpaceTV. Check it out below while you can. The vid quality is a bit poorer than usual, so it looks like Trav is pulling a Gadd by playing with four sticks. Rest assured, however, that Barker ain’t that cool.
Paiste Black Alphas
July 5, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Well, we’ve devoted a considerable amount of bytes to Zildjian’s Pitch Black line, so now it’s Paiste’s turn. The Swiss cymbal maker’s Black Alphas were designed with input from Slipknot shredder Joey Jordison and are made from Paiste’s proprietary CuSn8 bronze, the same alloy that is used in the excellent 2002 line. The sound is described as “bright, crisp, energetic, powerful, and cutting.” Anyone tried them out yet?
Assloads of New Tama Gear
July 4, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Happy 4th from all of us here at BDT. We couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate independence and freedom than providing you with lots of extremely hot drum porn. Forget the family for a few minutes, lock the door, close the curtains, turn out the lights, and enjoy a little you-time courtesy of Tama.
First up are new bubinga/birch shell packs. They are part of Tama’s venerable Starclassic Performer series and will come in four possible configurations. The 7-piece version (first pic below) lists for $5,649.99.
Next comes more news from the bubinga front: a limited-edition Starclassic Reserve kit. The high-end drums feature Tama’s bubinga shells with an outer-ply of North American walnut. Sets will be available in two configurations: a 5-piece kit with a 20″ x 18″ bass drum, and a 6-piece kit with a thumpin’ 22″ x 20″ kick (second pic below). A total of only 50 kits will be available worldwide. If you got a spare $7,689.99, better get in line now.
Can’t part with that kind of cash but still want some new gear? Tama has also unveiled a few limited-edition snares that are more wallet friendly. The one we really want is the Artwood Custom (third pic below), which features a 14″ x 8″ maple shell that screams ’80s arena rock. Only 100 of the drums will be available, and they’ll all be sold only in the good old U.S. of A. The list price is $549.99.
20 Questions With Stanton Moore
July 3, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Stanton Moore answered PopMatters’ standard list of 20 revealing questions yesterday. Some of his responses are as superbly cool as his drumming:
2. The fictional character most like you?
Han Solo.7. You want to be remembered for…?
Being a bad ass MF who was also humble and helpful to the NOLA and global music communities.9. The creative masterpiece you wish bore your signature?
The groove to Cissy Strut.10. Your hidden talents…?
You’d have to ask my fiance.19. What do you want to say to the leader of your country?
ARE YOU HAPPY NOW???
Jon Theodore’s New Band
July 2, 2008 | Leave a Comment
The former Mars Volta drummer is joining forces with vocalist Zach De La Rocha to form the power duo One Day As a Lion. The pair’s self-titled debut EP will drop on July 21, and if it lives up to the following description, we’re buying two copies:
“It’s a sonic reflection of the visceral tension between a picturesque fabricated cultural landscape, and the brutal socioeconomic realities it attempts to mask.
The name is taken from the infamous 1970 black and white, captured by legendary Chicano photographer George Rodriguez featuring a center framed tag on a white wall in an unspecified section of Boyle Heights.
It reads: ‘It’s better to live one day as a lion, than a thousand years as a lamb.’ This record is a stripped down attempt to realize this sentiment in sound.”
Jon Theodore, oh how we’ve missed you.
[via Music Radar]
Chick Corea Plays Drums
July 1, 2008 | 1 Comment
And he’s pretty damn good. Probably picked up a few things from Steve Gadd or Roy Haynes or Jack DeJohnette or Lenny White or Dave Weckl or….
[thanks to Johnny for the tip!]
