Latest articles by Stuart Williams
Watch Dave Grohl unleash a 36-minute live version of his Play instrumental
The performance was captured as part of Warren Haynes' 20th Annual Christmas Jam in 2018
Gretsch Drums launches new beginner-friendly Renegade Series drum kits
These all-inclusive, affordable Gretsch kits come with everything you need to start playing
DW unveils limited edition 14”x5” DW MFG True-Cast Snare
It’s bell bronze, it’s cast, and it's been co-designed with drummer Dave Elitch. Plus DW has sampled it for its new Soundworks software
How to create drumless jam tracks or isolated drum tracks of your favourite songs for free
Remove instruments for jamming, or listen to your favourite parts in detail…and it doesn't need to cost you a penny
Zultan launches Heritage Flat Ride cymbals in two sizes
Slaved by the bell? These rides promise warm, traditional stick definition
Take a tour of Tool drummer Danny Carey’s Sonor kit
Danny’s drum tech, Joe Slaby, shows us around
Watch legendary funk drummer James Gadson demonstrate some of his most famous grooves using Ludwig Acrolite, Supraphonic and Pearl Jupiter snares
The latest instalment of Lauten Audio’s Snare series focusses on one of the greatest feels of all time
Stewart Copeland names Joey Jordison as one of the best drummers he’s ever seen play live, shares his opinion on Ringo Starr
The Police drummer also chooses his most difficult Police song, offers tuning advice and explains why he plays traditional grip
I review guitars for a living – these are the 7 Harley Benton deals you need to grab in Thomann's massive Cyberweek sale
Step this way for savings of up to 60% on Thomann's formidable budget guitar gear brand
Full metal racket on a budget: DrumCraft launches Series 3 Double Bass drum kit
It's a 7-piece, metal-friendly drum kit including hardware for under £800
Zultan Cymbals sets its sights on metal with its “loud, aggressive and biting” F5 18” Mega Bell Ride
Get heavy for less with this bargain-priced metal ride cymbal
Here’s your chance to get your hands on one of two Zildjian 400th Anniversary Vault cymbals, and it’ll only cost you £2
Proceeds from Zildjian's draw will be donated to Metal For Good, and it closes on the 25 December
Own a Silver Sky for way less ahead of Black Friday with these huge discounts on John Mayer’s signature PRS
Wait until tomorrow? We think you'd better snap these up now while there's still stock
Give your home studio a €14,000 makeover for just €349 with this bonkers IK Multimedia Total Studio 4 Max deal
From vintage synths to mastering processors, IK Multimedia has you covered with all of its big-name titles in one suite
"Now it's like one big giant robot made of everybody": Queens of the Stone Age's Jon Theodore on adapting to QOTSA's drumming alumni, a decade in the band and In Times New Roman…
The QOTSA drummer talks In Times New Roman…rediscovering wood drums and firing Dave Grohl's Song For The Dead drum intro into space
Former Slipknot drummer Jay Weinberg speaks out on his dismissal: “I was heartbroken and blindsided to receive the phone call”
Jay Weinberg opens up about his shock exit from Slipknot
Zultan cymbals unveils revamped website with new Cymbal Finder functionality
Choosing your Zultan cymbals just got easier
"If you could just bear with us, we’re going to go and revive our drummer by punching him in the stomach. He’s out cold...": 5 crazy Keith Moon moments
They didn’t call The Who’s drummer Moon The Loon for nothing…
Slipknot announces drummer Jay Weinberg’s departure from the band
“Slipknot is intent on evolving. The band has decided to make a creative decision, and to part ways with Jay”
DW's DWe electronic drums and Soundworks software have launched! Here’s everything you need to know about DW Electrified
The most anticipated electronic drum launch of the year is finally here
Ariana Grande joins drum community in paying tribute to Aaron Spears, who has died aged 47
Musicians worldwide are taking to social media to pay their respects to the late drummer
Renowned session drummer Aaron Spears has died, aged 47
The news of Aaron's passing was broken by his wife Jessica earlier today
Dream Theater have a new drummer and his name is Mike Portnoy
Mike Mangini has left the band, Portnoy is back in, and we won't have to wait long for a new album…
