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In honour of Money Week on MusicRadar, we're exploring some of the alternative ways for musicians to make a living from their craft. First up: YouTube...

Originally part of Rhythm magazine's session month, here four YouTube drumming superstars share the secrets of their online success.

Meet your YouTube mentors…

Vadrum

Who? Italian cover king with an eye for the unusual

Biggest YouTube hit: Vadrum meets Super Mario Brothers

Since first appearing on YouTube: "I've had the chance to sign some endorsement contracts, perform in international festivals and record for international artists."

Steve Moore

Who? The greatest showman YouTube has ever seen

Biggest YouTube hit: Drummer At The Wrong Gig

Since first appearing on YouTube: "I suddenly had new opportunities and springboards and connections. Everyone I considered my drum heroes started emailing me."

Cobus Potgieter

Who? South African drum coverer extraordinaire

Biggest YouTube hit: Avenged Sevenfold 'Afterlife' cover

Since first appearing on YouTube: "I have received multiple endorsement offers, travelled internationally a few times for sessions and appearances, as well as just getting to meet incredible people in the industry and supporters who are just as passionate about music as I am."

Ben Powell

Who? UK sticksman known for spot-on covers

Biggest YouTube hit: Muse Resistance cover

Since first appearing on YouTube: "Loads of opportunities have arisen. More recently I've been approached by MusicRadar.com to create online drumming tutorials."

Next: 16 tips for online video success

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