Drums week 2025
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“We tried it as a laugh and now it’s our standard setup”: The secret sauce behind Sleep Token’s live drum sound
By Daniel Griffiths published
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
By Jon Musgrave published
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
By Paul Elliott published
His famous drum battle with two glove puppets

Where to start with a drum kit
By The MusicRadar Team published
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?
By Ronan Macdonald published
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
By Advertorial published
Sponsor Content Created With TAMA
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
By Advertorial published
Sponsor Content Created With TAMA
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
By Advertorial published
Sponsor Content Created With Zildjian
A creative workstation for composing, experimenting, and pushing the boundaries of your drumming
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