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Read our classic interview with Wrecking Crew legend Hal Blaine
"We got the job done, and we made a hell of a lot of money doing it"
The genius behind John Bonham’s towering When The Levee Breaks drum sound
It’s one of the best drum recordings in history, but the resulting sound was just as much a feat of engineering as it way playing
How drummer Frank Ferrer powered Guns N’ Roses for 19 years
And why You Could Be Mine was his favourite song to play
Clem Burke's 10 essential drum albums
"You've got to listen to what the greats have done," the Blondie 'heartbeat', who passed away this year told us
“A versatile set with dry and dark tonal qualities”: Zultan 25 Series Cymbals review
Zultan delivers another extremely versatile cymbal range for a wallet-friendly price
“We tried it as a laugh and now it’s our standard setup”: The secret sauce behind Sleep Token’s live drum sound
Because delivering drums for one of rock’s hottest acts requires the breaking of more than a few rules
6 of the most inspirational drummers of all time
Welcome to MusicRadar’s Drums Week! To kick things off, we’re spotlighting some of the most consequential sticksmen of all time
Iron Maiden legend Nicko McBrain's funniest moment
His famous drum battle with two glove puppets
Where to start with a drum kit
Before you start your drumming journey, let’s take a tour of the instrument it’s all about…
Is an acoustic or an electronic drum kit better for beginners?
Is it better to learn on acoustic or electronic drums? We tackle the topics of noise, space, cost, playability and more to help you decide
TAMA STAR at Drums Week 2025: Unmatched craftsmanship, iconic sound — the strongest name in drums just got even stronger
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Meet the crown jewel of TAMA’s drum range
TAMA Kick Pedals at Drums Week 2025: Precision, Power, Performance — engineered for drummers who demand the fastest, smoothest response
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From the practice room to the biggest stages, TAMA kick pedals are designed to stay with you every step of the way
Zildjian Alchem-e Kits at Drums Week 2025: The feel of real drums meets limitless electronic expression – redefine your sound
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A creative workstation for composing, experimenting, and pushing the boundaries of your drumming
