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Mike Bennett
Wanted to say hi and let you that I am featured in Batterie Magazine in France this issue in a full spread. I will also have a full spread in the next issue of Drum Scene Magazine in Australia. In the states I am excited that I will be in an article in Modern Drummer in the Sept. issue on News Stands July 30! I am the happiest kid in LA right now! ....... Just got home from Europe w/ flamenco artist Benise. I have been doing his gig a little bit since getting home w/ Hilary Duff and having a real good time! It's a big drum show so I've had my hands full! I also have been getting my new studio in North Hollywood squared away and am starting to do some work programming and doing sessions for film and TV. Good times!
Mike Bennett
www.MikeBennettDrums.com
www.MySpace.com/MikeBennettMusic
5/08
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Rich Redmond
Rich Redmond is Guest Artist at Elkins High School
On May 13, Rich Redmond was the guest artist with The Elkins High School Percussion Ensemble in Missouri City, TX under the direction of Bryan Waites. The group is the three-time winner of the Texas State Indoor Drum Line Competition. Rich gave a drum set clinic with an emphasis on practical concepts like "Big Money Beats", "Creating and Nurturing Relationships", "Positive Thinking" and "Goal Setting".
The students performed a diverse program of extremely challenging percussion music with Rich playing a part he adapted for drum set on Bob Becker's "Mudra", as well as Blue Man Group's "It's Time To Start" and a fun free form drums solo in the middle! It was a very positive and rewarding experience for both Rich and the students. "Each generation of students takes the art form 'up a notch'. I was blown away by the level of musicianship and technical ability these young students displayed", said Rich.
This is what Bryan had to say about Rich: "Rich Redmond is an incredibly talented drummer and percussionist. This week, at Elkins High School, we had the pleasure of having him as a guest artist / clinician for our annual percussion concert. The students were all captivated by not only Rich's abilities as a player, but also with the amount of knowledge that he shared with them. Rich's positive outlook and superior performance skills made for an incredibly, educational and entertaining clinic!î"Check out Elkins High School Band here:
www.elkinsband.org
Big thanks go out to Sonor, SABIAN, Rhythm Tech, Remo, Promark, Hansenfutz, Qwikstix, Grover Woodshed Percussion and Audio Technica for sending fun stuff for the kids!
Check out the Elkins High free form drum solo here:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=ciUIUVDpFhw
Catch Rich on Tim McGraw's "Live Your Voice" Tour
Rich is enjoying the Tim McGraw "Live Your Voiceî Tour 08". Rich is performing with platinum selling country artist Jason Aldean for a 45 minute set that features Jason's 6 singles! The high-energy act was personally chosen by Tim for his tour which runs from May 9 to July 6 and hits 33 major cities. "This tour is cake! There is an on sight gym, fantastic catering and everyone is incredibly friendly. It's great work if you can get it", says Rich.
Check www.jasonaldean.com for tour dates.
Rich Scheduled to be Keynote Speaker at Art Institute Event
Tuesday, May 27, Rich will be a keynote speaker at The Art Institute Of Tennessee, 100 Center View Drive, Nashville, TN, 37214 (866-747-5770) www.artinstitutes.edu/nashville
The event will be hosted by Music Faculty member Dan Walzer. Rich will be speaking to a group of music and engineering students about "Success in the Music Industry". "Dan asked me to cover topics such as setting goals, developing a strong work ethic, establishing and nurturing life long relationships, developing a broad knowledge of musical styles, staying up on current trends and technologies, as well as specific issues related to musicians and engineers specific to the Nashville music scene. More importantly, he just wants me to be personable and share my experiences in the form of fun stories from my experiences on stage and in the studio over the years. This is going to be a fantastic experience and is something I would like to make a habit of", says Rich.
Rich is currently developing a new clinic concept he is calling "The Working Drummers Crash Course". The word CRASH being an acronym for "Concepts - Relationships - Attitude - Success - History". Rich will be available to present this unique workshop at music stores and colleges.
Rich's Recent Session Projects
In "session world" Rich has recently recorded with Gary Burr, Victoria Shaw, John Edwards, Garrett Paris, Caroline Cutbirth, Jennifer Wayne, and Jeremy Popoff. "These are all world-class writing and performing talents and am proud to call them my friends. Cutting with Jeremy and AJ (Popoff) was a real thrill because I am such a huge fan of their band Lit", says Rich.
Rich recently recorded tons of tracks with a cool young band called Hot Chelle Rae -- myspace.com/hotchellerae). The band was recently signed to A&M Records and will be Maroon 5's label mates. Rich looks forward to tracking more with this talented band in the near future! Click here to get a peak at Rich recording with Hot Chelle Rae:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=uvOqCUhI5H8
Also listen for Rich on Crossin Dixon's (Broken Bow) next single, "Let the Bad Times Roll"!
Jason Aldean's latest single "Relentless" (which Rich recorded all of the drums and percussion on) is #40 on the charts after 3 weeks on the air. Rich will be playing drums in the video shoot later this month!
Rich was recently interviewed by Dave Dudek for Detroit Music Notes. The interview will be appearing at www.detroitmusicnotes.com at the beginning of June. Check it out!
http://youtube.com/watch?v=caj6xIzyA5c
www.cnotespots.com/vidsigrichredmond.htm
www.richredmond.com
www.myspace.com/richredmond
www.myspace.com/sessionrich1
5/08
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Kalani
World Percussionist, Kalani, recently played for the Olympic Torch relay in Canberra, Australia. Security was high as throngs of China supporters showed their enthusiasm for their home country's hosting of the Olympics. Protesters made their messages clear with floating banners and signs, but fortunately for the event organizers, performers and runners, it was a peaceful day. Kalani and other percussionists played for both the beginning and ending of the 3.5-hour torch run. The run ended with a community drumming group, led by Kalani, as Ian Thorp ran the last leg to massive cheering crowds, eventually lighting the Olympic cauldron. Kalani was in Canberra in April as part of the World Rhythms Festival, a 5-day educational event at Australia National University under the leadership of Gary France, ANU Director of Percussion. For more information, videos, and photos, visit www.kalanimusic.com
www.kalanimusic.com
5/08
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Dom Moio
... I did a Book & Cd project with Steve Gadd! There's a blurb about it on my website, www.dommoio.com, and some pictures from the session ...
Take care, Dom
www.dommoio.com
5/08
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Jorge Bermudez
Hey Conga People!
I hope love and life are treating you all very well this spring! I've had a recent blessing that I'd like to share.
Conga playing actor Mathew McConaughy choose Bermudez Triangle tune "Este Amor" for his upcoming comedy film "Surfer Dude". It is slated for release to theaters nationally this summer.The cast includes Woody Harrelson and Willie Nelson.
Thank You Mathew!
Much Love and Blessings To All,
Jorge Bermudez
www.bermudeztriangle.com
5/08
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Forrest Robinson
hey everybody - just wanted to send you a quick email. The Karizma tour here in Europe is all the way happening. I don't remember having to "work" this hard on the road - lol. It's great though to really get to play! I'm probably doing between 2 and 4 drum solos a night! Makes me think that the 80s are BACK - lol! But I really am enjoying the creative and physical activity from so much playing with a killer lineup. We just checked into our hotel in Paderborn, Germany, and we began rehearsing for the Paderborn Drums n' Percussion Festival in the morning. I met Danny Gottlieb tonight, and hung out with Tal Bergman and Gregg Bissonette for a while. I've never been around so many drummers in my life! The itinerary is way too thick though! ... Again - thank you for everything! Take care, good folks!
Forrest
hey good folks - just wanted to let you know that my first ever drum festival appearance / performance went off without a hitch!! It was a great time, and I was basically getting my workout the past 4 days running up and down 3 floors invading everyone's clinics / classes. David Garfield really stood up for me and finagled me into an already set roster for the festival and Greg Bissonette and I had a a blast playing together. Each of the 3 songs we did together (w/ Lenny Castro on percussion) was really locked in and the groove was there. Word is that there will be a dvd release of the festival, so that's kinda cool too. So - there it is. Well, it's 2am now and the band (Karizma) has to get back to the tour, so we head to Milan, Italy early this morning. Gotta hit the sack! Take care, and blessings to you!!!
www.ForrestRobinson.com
www.myspace.com/forrestrobinson
5/08
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Erez GinatI hope you are well!
Just wanted to drop a note and say hi! I'm currently in Warsaw, Poland on a tour. I'm an MD for an EMI artist Natalia Lesz. It's a blast! We'll be back in 2 weeks...
Much love
Erez
5/08
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Ami Molinelli
... I'm doing some school assemblies in about a week for Brazilian music.
I'm going into the studio with Rob Kyle and his Brazilian project this weekend for an album that will be very cool... and was just featured on the local jazz club Red, White and Bluez in Pasadena's feature jazz cd.
Hope all is well,
Ami Molinelli
/www.amimo.com
5/08
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MB Gordy
I am in Japan with Rita Coolige and will return on the 16th of May. I then jump into 3 TV show thru the summer and into the Fall with Bear McCreary.. Battlestar Galactica, Eureka and Sarah Connor Chronicles.....
Peace
MB
5/08
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Brendan Buckley
... I will be on the road again with Shakira starting Monday the 12th ...
thanks for everything,
Brendan
www.brendanbuckley.com
5/08
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Melena
HI Everyone!
Hope everyone is doing fine. I just got back from doing a performance and Master Classes at the World Rhythm Festival in Seattle, Washington. I enjoyed myself tremendously.
It was a very enthusiastic and supportive atmosphere full of students of rhyhtm.
I also met some great fellow percussionists such as: Johnny Conga, Tor Dietrichson, Jose Carrion and Ricardo.
Thanks much to my endorsement companies and David Chauss: Remo, Vic Firth, Sabian, Rhythm Tech, Hasenfutz and DW.
Tomorrow, May 15th I will be doing a percussion class at the Remo Drum Center in North Hollywood. Tomorrow we will be playing : 6/8 Bembe, Palo, Yuka and Makuta. We will also review some Sound Development exercises as well. I hope to see some of you.
Much blessings!
Yamile Music
Melena
www.melena.com
www.myspace.com/melenamusic
www.musicfinity.com/Melena
www.showcaseyourmusic.com/iyamile
5/08
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Taku Hirano
I recently finished up the first run of Bette Midler's show, "The Showgirl Must Go On" at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas. Midler has taken the place of Celine Dion at the Colosseum Theater and is in rotation with Cher and Elton John for the next two years. We start our next run from June 24 - July 20.
On time off in between the monthlong runs I keep busy doing session work both behind the mic and behind the console. Most recently I did a remix for the Classical group, The Ahn Trio (Sony BMG) and performed with them in NYC for their CD release concert along with DJ Spooky. I also have been in the studio playing on some film scores and am about to start work co-producing a remix project for Grammy Award-winning New Age pioneer Kitaro for DOMO Records. Through my production team, Tao Of Sound, I have an electronica sample / loop library soon to be released on P5 Audio as well.
On the education front, I have a few clinics coming up. I will have one on May 17th at Guitar Center in Murietta, CA., as well as upcoming ones in June for the Sonny Emory Drumset Camp in Atlanta, GA., the Naples Percussion Summit in Naples, FL. in September, and as a featured clinician for PASIC 2008 in Austin, TX. in November. Also, starting in the July issue, I will become a contributor to DRUM! Magazine in its Practice Pad section, giving monthly lessons, tips, and exercises on hand percussion.
Taku
http://www.takuhirano.com
http://www.myspace.com/takuhirano
5/08
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Bruce Aitken
Hi, Follow the link to YouTube, to have a look.
experimental sound scaping cape breton international drum festival 2008 the year of the classics;
Ed Mann (Frank Zappa) Bruce Aitken, Aldo Mazza (KOsA).
This is a small section of our one hour performance.
experimental sound scape jam band music... written by Ed Mann and Bruce Aitken, though i know of no actual title maybe Ed can provide one.
the introduction is by legendary New Zealand drummer Billy Nuku and his Neice Tania Robin also from Aoteroa....
www.youtube.com/watch?v=lHE7lSvLrMA
Bruce
www.bruceaitken.net
5/08
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John Covington
Big Cock had the No 1 Video on YouTube for about 24 hours last week (and is still the number 24 top plays today) with our song "Built For Speed" and got over a half-MILLION plays in about 48 hours. Here's the link to the video:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAR5JBS3lQQ
Our whole catalog of 3 CD's are selling well at Best Buy and FYE and www.cdbaby.com
The Guitar Hero III that I'm playing on has sold over 9 million copies - I wish I made a penny for each sale. LOL
Tomorrow Big Cock will be supporting Jackyl in Phoenix at the Brick House Theatre.
And - I'm going to be playing drums in Rhino Bucket, filling the shoes of X-AC/DC drummer Simon Wright, who will be touring with Dio and Heaven and Hell this summer. My first show with Rhino Bucket May 31.
All the best,
John Covington
www.drumpulverizer.com
5/08
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Sam Dinkins
15 Houston Area Artists Awarded More Than $90,000 In Grants Funding
The Houston Arts Alliance (HAA) has awarded 15 Individual Artist Grant Fellowships totaling over $90,000. The 15 selected Houston artists work in a variety of disciplines including, music, literature and visual arts. These artists were selected from a field of 56 applicants by a peer review panel.
The artists whose work was selected presented intuitive and thought provoking projects that present an illuminating representation of Houstonís creative community. We encourage all applicants that did not receive an award to reapply in our next round of awards.
Peer Panels in Choreography, Music Composition, Creative Writing and Visual Arts evaluated the applicants in the areas of Artistic Merit, Contribution to Tourism, and Feasibility of Artistís projected work. Awards of $7,500 for Established Artists (having more than three years of professional experience) and $3,000 for Emerging Artists (having three years or less of professional experience) were available.
Individuals in the Visual Arts category received nine awards. Recipients were Sharon Engelstein, Deborah LeBlanc, Mark Schatz, Ellen C. Hart, Francesca Fuchs, Robert Hodge, Troy Stanley, Tish Stringer, Robert Johnson. Creative Writing grants were awarded to Gwendolyn Zepeda and Sasha West. The three Music Composition awardees were Karim Al-Zand, Arthur Gottschalk, and Samuel Dinkins III. Teresa Chapman received a Choreography award.
Open the attachment to learn more about the project that I was awarded a fellowship for; additionally, I am very excited about another opportunity to contribute to the Artistic Community in Houston, Texas.
Samuel Dinkins, III Honored As "Man Of The Year"
Greetings! It is with great excitement that members of the Houston League of Business and Professional Women, Inc. announce our 44th Annual Founders Day Crystal Awards Luncheon. Our theme this year is "This journey is yours: walk it". Samuel Dinkins, III was submitted to the Founders Day Committee to be honored as "Man of the Year" based his contribution to the community through music. His outstanding work in the community won him this award and he received this honor and award at the Crystal Awards luncheon, held Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. This prestigious event took place at The Power Center in Houston, Texas. The keynote speaker for the event is Velosia Kibe, associate pastor at Windsor Village United Methodist Church of Houston, Texas.
Each year, the Houston League of Business and Professional Women, Inc. host an event that honors trailblazers and leaders throughout our city which have made outstanding contributions in the community. The proceeds from this event are used to provide scholarships to high school students throughout the Houston metropolitan area.
www.dinkydrum.com
5/08
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Ryan Hoyle
Good morning Beloved Endorsees! I wanted to let you know that I have just returned from a six week tour of the US and Canada... the shows were amazing as we headlined and were sold out almost every night...
Here is a new piece of press that I want to share with you... this is from the current edition of "This Is Rock" magazine... they have published a 4 page article on the band and myself... this magazine is sold in Spain and surrounding countries... I hope you enjoy.
Click below to see the article...
www.ryanhoyle.com/TIR.html
Thanks so much,
-R
www.ryanhoyle.com
5/08
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Charlie Zeleny
... am on tour in the US / Canada right now. I do another full US tour in August and then hit Europe in the fall.
I'm featured on SickDrummer.com with a full interview, pics, videos, articles and a live podcast coming up at the end of May.
I've also got an interview in France's Batterie Magazine and am one of the 32 best metal drummers in Blender Magazine along with Tomas Haake, Danny Carey and Lars Ulrich.
Also, Terry Bozzio wants to get me on the new Drum Channel, so we'll be doing that in August...
www.CharlieZeleny.com
www.myspace.com/charliezeleny
5/08
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Forrest Robinson
Hello from Transilvania, folks! Yes, I did say TRANSILVANIA!! I'm going to see the castle of Count Dracula this morning (as soon as I finally get to bed and get some sleep). The shows have been great, and I am so happy to be on a tour where I basically have to play my butt off every night. This is AWESOME!!!! I was up for 35 hours before I went to bed last night, and it's going on 4am now, so I have to hit the sack QUICK! I just wanted to let you know my schedule since I have a connection tonight. I'm in the lobby right now since the connection doesn't work in my room. Well, that being said. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR EVERYTHING, AND FOR ALL OF YOUR SUPPORT!!!! I am having a blast, and the audiences these 2 shows starting the tour have been off the charts. COMPLETELY! Ya'll take care, and I'll holler at'cha in a bit!
Forrest Robinson
www.ForrestRobinson.com
www.myspace.com/forrestrobinson
5/08
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Fernando Diez
Hello,
Just a quick note to let you know that I'll be going on a world tour with "Cirque Du Soleil" next week.
The tour is about 11 months long and will include Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Korea, Taiwan and Dubai etc ...
Sincerely,
Fernando Diez
www.fernandodiez.com
5/08
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Steve Holley
... I have been touring in the UK with Ian Hunter this year, as a trio, playing mostly percussion. And naturally featuring many Rhythm Tech products. Shakers, Tambourines and Bar Chimes specifically. I hope to being doing the same in the summer with Dar Williams.
All the very best,
Steve Holley.
www.MySpace.com/steveholleydrummer
5/08
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Craig Harris
I am moving to Tokyo this week to perform in the upcoming Cirque Du Soleil Tokyo Disneyland show. The show will open in August 08, I will be playing bass and percussion with the show :0)
Darrell Craig Harris
Cirque musician guy :0)
www.myspace.com/bassistbassguy
www.youtube.com/happybass1
4/08
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Bruce Aitken
Greetings,
While I was in Edmonton recently recording the new Asani (Juno Nominated) CD "Listen" with Ed Mann ( Frank Zappa), film maker, Radio Host J David Buchanan interviewed and filmed me for his TV / Radio show.
This is the first of 8 parts and is a Lead into the whole interview. David has made a great job of the footage.... so sit back and enjoy the ride... share some of my memories, and hopefully you might learn something about me, my past, my family my future.
Thank you for taking the time to view this. Please check back periodically to see more segments.
Davo will be in Cape Breton to film Ed Mann and myself in performance at the Drum Festival and to interview as many of the drummers / percussionists as possible and is making a short documentary about Cape Bretons and one of the worlds Premier drumming events...
http://asparagusgreen.ca/EPS_61/Pre_61.html
www.bruceaitken.net
4/08
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Paul Alexander Gonzalez
Hello Everyone,
I am very happy to announce three new works of mine that just got published by the biggest name in percussion music... Row-Loff Productions. This is very exciting to me, because of my love and passion for music in the education system... those of you who know me very well, know that I am a strong believer in having music in our schools.... so, to be able to contribute to this cause in some way is a big honor to me.
The three works are : Bump Thump | Flying Start | Blast Off!
www.PaulyRhythm.com
4/08
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Rich Redmond
Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson Appearance
Platinum selling country music singer Jason Aldean will debut the title track off his sophomore album Relentless for radio and television audiences this week, highlighted by a driving performance on the Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson on Thursday, April 17. Be sure to tune in and catch a glimpse of your favorite drummer, Rich! The guys will also be on Los Angeles' number one rated morning show, KTLA Morning News, Wednesday, April 16, where they will perform both "Johnny Cash" and "Relentless."
This is the 6th Jason Aldean single that Rich has played drums and percussion on. The previous 5 were Top 5 hits! A music video will be shot for "Relentless" very soon. We'll let you know when to be watching for it!
Other Rich Redmond Projects to Watch For...
Rich is enjoying his new found Canadian connection. He recently recorded all of the drums and percussion on Doc Walker's new record called "Beautiful Life" (Open Road), produced by Grammy Award winning Producer Justin Niebank. The album will be released in Canada on April 29th. The first single, "Beautiful Life", is the fastest rising single on the Canadian Country charts and is sitting at #8 this week!
Rich also played drums and percussion on three tracks on the upcoming release from The Roadhammers called "Blood, Sweat and Steel" (Montage) as well as an upcoming release from Jason Blaine called "Make My Move". Rich shares credits on this upcoming release with famed Nashville drummer Eddie Bayers.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=caj6xIzyA5c
www.cnotespots.com/vidsigrichredmond.htm
www.richredmond.com
www.myspace.com/richredmond
www.myspace.com/sessionrich1
4/08
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Evan Stone
I just wanted to update you on happenings. I am not sure if you are a fan of Tower of Power but I grew up listening to them and practicing their songs as part of my daily routine and now I am very fortunate to be playing some of these TOP tunes with some of the original members.
I have been playing with Greg Adams (trumpeter / arranger) from TOP for 3 years now and he recently formed a new project called East Bay Soul which includes the original singer from TOP, Lenny Williams as well as former alumni horn players Tom Scott, Lee Thornberg and Johnnie Bamont. Eric Marienthal will also be joining us on some dates when he can.
To be playing "What Is Hip" and other TOP tunes with these guys is surreal to say the least. I am like a kid in a candy shop!
In case anyone is interested in hearing this band, we will be doing dates this summer as we are starting to book a tour now...
Hope all is well and here is a link to the band...
East Bay Soul
Take care,
Evan Stone
www.asamandrummeth.com
4/08
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Kevin Rice
Dear friends,
I am out on the road with Ben Jelen supporting his new album "Ex-Sensative" on Linda Perry's label Custard Records from March 4th - April 22nd 2008.
We have done Fox Morning Televison in Dallas and Detroit. We are scheduled to appear on these Television shows: Jay Leno, Jimmy Kimmel and The Ellen Degeneres Show. Check out BenJelen.com for more details.
You can keep up with me on the tour through the Ben Jelen Video Podcast on iTunes.
I am using the Rhythm Tech DST as well as the Hat Trick.
hope all is well,
cheers,
-Kevin
www.RemoteDrummer.com
4/08
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Waldo Madera
Dear friends,
Here are a few links to some videos I thought would be nice to share with all of you. They are videos from the massive concert we just played a week ago in the border of Colombia and Venezuela as a call to peace between nations and the area. It was a very emotional day for all of us because of the cause of the event. We all out a great amount of energy and positive vibe into this project. I played for 5 hours straight with all the artists that were convoked that afternoon and still ended with a big smile on my face. I hope you can take a few minutes of your time so you can see what I mean about this being a special day.
Best regards to all and as always, my biggest thanks too.
Waldo Madera
youtube video 1
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www.waldomadera.com
4/08
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Rich Redmond
Rich recently participated in a SOLID-sponsored Convo Series Panel at Belmont University where he shared his studio and tour experiences with the students. Rich talked about his journey to Nashville and offered tips and advice to students interested in pursuing careers as professional musicians. He was joined by two other studio and touring musicians: Luis Espaillat (bass player currently touring with Bo Bice) and Mike Frey (touring and studio guitar player for Jason Aldean).
The Society of Leaders in Development (SOLID) is a non-profit organization comprised of developing music business professionals dedicated to improving the future success of the music industry. For more information visit www.solidnashville.com.
Come out and see Rich at a Jason Aldean show soon!
http://youtube.com/watch?v=caj6xIzyA5c
www.cnotespots.com/vidsigrichredmond.htm
www.richredmond.com
www.myspace.com/richredmond
www.myspace.com/sessionrich1
4/08
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Steven Wolf
Hello...and Happy belated Easter / Spring Equinox to everyone -
I haven't sent out an update in a while... just wanted to let everyone know some of what I've been up to:
I just filled in for Shawn Pelton on Saturday Night Live (March 15th)... I've played on the show before with a musical guest (Annie Lennox) and once as an actor (I played a drummer in a sketch... that was a real stretch), but this was my first time drumming in the house band...
I played drums, percussion, and did production on the latest Avril Lavigne single, "Hot"...
I also produced a dance remix of "Hot" (the aforementioned single), and she's performing my remix version of the song live on her 2008 tour...
I also worked on other tracks on Avril's album, including the 1st single, "Girlfriend", which was a #1 hit all over the world...
I produced a remix for a Johnny Cash remix album which is being overseen by his son, John Cash Jr. I'm also featured in a DVD on the making of the album, where I'm interviewed in my home studio.
I played drums, percussion, and did production on Leona Lewis' debut album, "Spirit". For those of you who don't know who she is yet, she recently broke the record for fastest-selling debut album of all time, in the UK, where she's already a huge star. (She won "X Factor" which is the latest incarnation of American Idol over there) Her album has already sold over 2 million records worldwide... Her debut single was just released in the US, and is already a top 10 hit here (should go to #1 soon), The album will be released in the US in April.
I did production and programming on the Sugababes' (another huge British act) new album, including the 1st single, "About You Now", which was a #1 hit in the UK this summer.
I just did some drumming in the studio for producer / artist Mark Ronson, who recently won the Grammy for producer of the year... (he produced Amy Weinhouse... and many others).
I played drums on upcoming debut albums for new artists Katy Perry (Capitol) and Tina Parol (Universal).
I'm still writing my electronics column, "Digital Domain", in DRUMHEAD magazine... which just celebrated it's first year anniversary... and is going very strong...
hope everyone's doing great... and hope to see you all soon...
best,
Wolf
www.wolfedelic.com
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Scot Little Bihlman
... well allot has been going on!! the movie is finally coming out (Love and Dancing) starring Amy Smart / Billy Zane. the Bihlman Bros has 6 songs in it, and i used the tambourines on all the tracks. Also the record will be coming out at the same time.......
i am going on tour with kenny olsen (kid Rock) for a little while!
peace out...... scot
www.bihlmanbros.com
www.myspace.com/littlebihlman
www.myspace.com/bihlmanbros
3/08
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Forrest Robinson
hey good folks - ... I had begun filling in on dates with Joe Sample / The Crusaders in Steve Gadd's absence since Jan 2008, and I will be doing a tour of Europe with David Garfield / Karizma that Steve Ferrone was originally going to do. I will be in Europe with David Garfield from April 28 - May 19; and then intercepted in Europe by The Crusaders and flying to Korea immediately after David Garfield's Europe run ends.
... I then have more U.S. dates coming up with The Crusaders starting in July. ...
Blessings and Light upon you!
www.ForrestRobinson.com
www.myspace.com/forrestrobinson
3/08
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Rich Redmond
Hey guys!!!!!
Jason Aldean Featured in "Stripped" Music Series...
This should be worth checking out!!!! It premiers tomorrow at www.strippedmusic.com. I wapped away on a Sonor Djembe and Cajon and had a blast!!!!!!
Giant Hugs,
Rich
"Laughed Until We Cried" Climbing The Charts!
Jason Aldean's current single, "Laughed Until We Cried," marks his fifth consecutive Top 10 hit as it lands at No. nine this week on both charts and continues to climb with an overwhelming response from fans. 'Laughed Until We Cried' follows up 'Hicktown', 'Why', 'Amarillo Sky', and 'Johnny Cash'.
Rich Redmond has played drums and percussion on both Jason Aldean albums and has made several major television appearances with him, including The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Craig Ferguson Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Good Morning America, and many others.
Rich is currently on the road with Jason Aldean on their first solo tour across the US and Canada that is consistently selling out. In May, they will join superstar Tim McGraw on his "Live Your Voice" tour hitting more than 30 cities across the nation.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=caj6xIzyA5c
www.cnotespots.com/vidsigrichredmond.htm
www.richredmond.com
www.myspace.com/richredmond
www.myspace.com/sessionrich1
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John Cowsill
More touring with The Beach Boys. On my way to the U.K. for two weeks. And then the touring season kicks in. Well for me that's really year round. For current tour schedule go to beachboysfanclub.com
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Wally Gater Watson
Hi guys ... This summer, I am going to be producing and hosting a talk show called "Groove Masters". It is going to be both entertaining and educational. We will be having guest artists like Liberty Devitto, Will Calhoun, Hank Jones and yes, myself doing interviews, Playing, and sharing some tips. We will also have a fitness segment with drummer / certified trainer George Gray and nutrition tips from bassist Stanley Banks.
Our initial broadcast area will be in Brooklyn, New York. We have already gotten agreements to broadcast in Manhattan and Queens. This will be produced at the studios of BCAT (Brooklyn Community Access Television). It is our hope to refine the show and get it on to major networks.
I am inviting you all to submit emails with questions that you would like to have asked of our guests. Please send your emails to me. This will help me in making this the most informative show for drummers and other musicians as well. I will post the airing date of the first show here.
All the best, Wally Gator Watson
www.wally-gator-watson.com
3/08
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Kenny Aronoff
This week, Rhythm Tech Artist Relations Director, Pam caught up with Kenny at LaVeLee... he was playing with a fun blues band.
it was the bass player's birthday... "Happy Birthday To You..."
Note... this is a transcription from audio done at the end of the gig, with lots of folks interrupting to say good nite... :
"... Started off December after Christmas - I flew out here (Los Angeles) on the 26th, from 3 days working with this killer band called 'Like A Storm' - kinda ala Zeppelin, Tool, Nine Inch Nails, Bon Jovi ... you know, 'cause of the melodies.
Then I went and did ... let's see... so many records I've done... I've done this girl, Sarah Thiele .. I did that up in Sedona. Great keyboard player, singer, songwriter, amazing... like a Norah Jones with a blues but rock / r&b thing ...
I did a Walter Trout record, a great blues artist. 16th album...
And the thing about all these records I've been doing lately is I've really stretched out and tried to be as diverse as possible with the grooves and beats, kinda out of the box, trying to stretch the album out ... See, a lot of times, these singer-songwriters or these artists tend to write the same rhythm, the same kind of approach to writing a song - so my job is to try to ... I try to stretch it out and give them diversity on the album.
I did the Grammy's with John Fogerty, Little Richard and Jerry Lee Lewis. I did another show during the Grammy's with a whole bunch of different artists
I did a Brent Lundy session (a new artist out of the Carolina's). I did a session with Jon Peter Lewis - he was a runner-up on American Idol, an incredible record that's really great pop rock songs. I did his whole record. About 3 years ago he was one of the main guys in American Idol ... incredible singer. I've been working on Rob Thomas' solo record with Matt Serletic ... and Matt also has me on a new record. They're calling it Project X, but it's 2 guys and 2 girls ... incredible songwriters. I've been doing that record ...
Doing some American Idol stuff, some songs for American Idol ...
Did a whole bunch of stuff in January... did J R Richardson, who's the singer from Dishwalla ... I did his new record.
I'm going to go to Nashville to do a Platinum Recording Artist - Jake Owen. I'm doing his new solo record. I'm going to Houston Rodeo with John Fogerty and then I'm gonna go tour Austrailia for 2 weeks with John Fogerty.
Did a couple other artists ... people who send me their DVDs / hard drives and I record their stuff, different people from ... one guy from Canada, another guy from Atlanta, and I did a whole German record that way ... where they sent me the DVD ...
And I'm starting an artist tomorrow by the name of Leah, a german artist. I'm doing her whole record tomorrow ...
So I've been pretty busy for a time where recording is tough. What I'm trying to do is to convince people not to record in their home studios, but to go to studios and get great engineers and great studios and get... I personally think I perform better in a recording studio with an engineer ... and at the very least if I can get a bass player that'd be great. And that's something - a football player plays better on a real football field rather than like in anything other than that - and that's what I'm trying to push. Everybody's very very responsive and receptive, too. They think it's great, because my feeling is that you can't score goals if you're not on the field. You're on the bench! What you wanna do on a bench!? I'm not a bencher... I'm not a bench-warmer. I like to be on the field. You know. It's not all about money, it's about what my love is and my love is playing drums and being a musician ... "
www.kennyaronoff.com
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Richie Gajate Garcia
This week, Rhythm Tech Artist Relations Director, Pam caught up with Richie outside LaVeLee... he was picking up a bass guitar for one of his sons' upcoming birthday :
" ... was at a rehearsal... I'm mostly touring, on the road ... playing with a Persian group, this big Persian star. I have to go to Dubai next at the end of the month. ... and Diana Ross and Patty LaBelle. My son (Roland) is my sub so when I don't make 'em, my son goes and plays. He's studying at CSUN. ... I sent him about a year and a half ago to sub for me with Patty and she loved him!
... I've got some clinics coming up too ..."
www.gajate.com
3/08
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Paul Rodgers
Paul Rodgers autographed Rhythm Tech Tambourine realizes $2000 for The Gridiron Greats!
Rodgers Headlines First Superjam For Gridiron Greats!
Paul Rodgers headlines first superjam for Gridiron Greats held at the Scottsdale Hotel in Arizona the evening before superbowl. Rodgers invited friends Nils Lofgren (guitarist from Bruce Springsteens' E Street Band) & soul man Sam Moore. Emcee for the evening was "Big and Richs" Cowboy Troy who also performed as did country star, Joe Nichols, Eric Martin (Mr. Big) & Pat Travers. Rodgers performed "Can't Get Enough", "Feel Like Makin Love", "Seagull", "Money" with Sam Moore and" All Right Now" in which he was joined by iron Greats founder, legendary NFLer Jerry Kramer and Kyle Turley, both who work tirelessly for raising awareness about the plight of veteran NFL players.
"Meeting Jerry Kramer and feeling the spirit of everyone involved in trying to make a difference was hugely inspiring and I hope to do more for the iron Greats." Paul Rodgers
Please visit www.irongreats.org click: online auction to view more items made available and to find out more about this worthy cause.
www.paulrodgers.com
3/08
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MB Gordy
... you have to come check out my new studio sometime.... It turned out great and I have already been doing a bunch of stuff there.
We do all of the perc. on Battlestar Galactica and Sarah Connor / Terminator and Eureka there. Plus we did 3:10 to Yuma (Percussion) there last summer. Currently I've been working on a CD there with David Boswell (guitarist). And Jimmy Haslip graced us with his wonderful bass playing.
Hope you are well.....Please keep in touch
Peace
MB
3/08
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Daniel de los Reyes
Greetings:
I am happy to say that the trip to London, England with Sheryl Crow went really well and we were able to do some fantastic events. We performed on the Jools Holland T.V. special which aired on BBC, we did a concert at SCALA and filmed and recorded a live performance at the famous Abbey Road Studios which will air at the end of the month. I am very blessed to have been given this great opportunity. Down below are two links that show the Jools Holland show and underneath that there is a link to the SCALA concert on Youtube. I hope you like and enjoy them.
Cheers
Daniel de los Reyes
Sheryl Crow "Out of Our Heads" - BBC Jools Holland
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2OeQvXe22Q&feature=related
http://youtube.com/watch?v=sb1NJG5S8oQ&feature=related
www.drumjungle.com
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Charlie Morgan
I continue to play regularly with Orleans
www.orleansonline.com
and also a Classic Rock outfit known as RPM
www.rpmconcerts.com
We just played a huge gig in Weston, FL, on Saturday night, with 6 of the regular RPM artists: Alex Ligertwood (Santana), Ronnie Hammond (Atlanta Rhythm Section), Rick Derringer, Larry Hoppen (Orleans), Jimi Jamison (Survivor), and Felix Calaviere (Rascals). A great time was had by all!
Best, Charlie
www.manicdrums.com
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Carlos Hatem
I'm back in town. I have a new web site up and running.
www.carloshatem.com
You'll see a "rhythm tech" surprise.
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Waldo Madera
Hi every one,
I just wanted to take a moment and let each & everyone of you know how much I appreciate your help, time and efforts in order to gear me up for this new JUANES world tour. With out all of you this would've been a nightmare. I'm blessed to have the support not only of what I consider the very best companies in every area but most important, the friendship of so many people who make them the best. I take my hat off to all of you and I ask that you please extend my gratitude to all of those behind the machinery, those faces that I don't get to see very often.
God bless you all and I hope to see you soon,
Take care everyone,
Waldo Madera
www.waldomadera.com
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Chad Melchert
Things are going great, I have been very busy both with my own band and the freelanceing thing. I am looking forward to doing some great cd releases with an established Canadian singer songwriter Anne Vriend. We will be doing a live CBC radio taping to be broadcast in Canada and I imagine parts of the U.S. I am also looking forward to starting to tour with Adam Gregory in the U.S. as soon as the summer. Adam's first american single is titled "Crazy Days" with a release day of April 14 2008, so please look for the new video with the same release date.
I have been busy recording with various artists and I always look forward to working in the studio. I make sure to always show up with my Rhythm Tech gear it is a integral part of being prepared for any session...
Take Care.
Chad Melchert.
www.myspace.com/chadmelchert
3/08
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Marcus Miller
A Look Back
February was fun, fast, full, and filled with great memories of moments spent with new audiences in Indiana and throughout Southern CA. Thank you to the presenters and organizations with whom we collaborated, but also to all who came out to support and make all the events a success ...
Peace & Blessings,
Marcus Miller
www.marcusmillerdrums.com
3/08
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Luis Cuenca
Luis from B-Side Players. How are you? Hope all is well, just checking in... Been using all the equipment! I actually wore out the rubber on the tambourines from striking them on the mount, it's great for reggae one-drop, which we play a lot of!
Gonna have some good shows coming up, and we're also going to Mazatlan in the middle of March.
Take Care,
Luis Cuenca
www.bsideplayers.com
2/08
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Alex Alexander
Hi Everyone!
Hope you all had a great time at NAMM! Just wanted to send an update on what's new.
I'm currently in South America doing some session work and will be coming back mid April. It's warm down here!
I'm very Honored and and Happy to have been asked to join the James Brown Tribute Tour for 2008. We will start in May and continue until Dec. The tour will be worldwide and will go to Europe, Japan, Australia and many more. This is truly going to be a fun experience with Bootsy as master of ceremonies and all the JBs present. I will send tour dates in the future and hope to invite you all, when the tour comes to your home town.
In Dido news - Dido is still working on her next record and hopes for a end of the year release with a tour for Next Year. We are all looking forward to that as well!
Wishing you all much continued success and thank you all for your great support,
All the best, and please keep in touch!
Alex
www.Alex-Alexander.com
myspace.com/AlexAlexanderMusic
2/08
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Melena
HI Peoples!
My first day of class at the boys and girls club was spectacular!
It was a great day of food, drums and dance! That's right, even dance... lol..
After class, we had a jam session. My dear friend Gerson had his friends playing bass, guitar and trumpet. Then we ended with a Fun Comparsa Jam where my mom led the whole class into a Conga! She choreographed the whole session!
Leroy Chase (Director of the club) and his family participated with such warmth and sincere appreciation of Cuban music. They gave me some pretty roses as well.
I'll be sending some pictures soon.
Thank you to all my dear friends that came out and supported: Ricky Carrido, David Mora and Margaret Chacon. Thank you to all my endorsement comapnies: Remo, Sabian, Vic Firth, Rhythm Tech, Hasenfutz and DW.
This was a beautiful day to remember and I look forward to more.
We will continue Rumba Class every Saturday. Hope to see some of you there!
Much blessings!
Yamile Music
Melena
www.melena.com
www.myspace.com/melenamusic
www.musicfinity.com/Melena
www.showcaseyourmusic.com/iyamile
2/08
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Manton Daley
I will be conducting a drum clinic workshop at South West College March of 2008. I am also the percussion instructor at Marina Del Rey Middle School and Performing Arts Magnet where i also serve as the assistant to instrumental as well as choral program. i have a new gospel jazz CD due out in the next two weeks. The title of the CD is "From a Drummer's Perspective" with the funky single "Funky Christian" and "God loves Drummers". I also have an upcoming drum instructional DVD coming out called "It's a Drum Thang" as well as a drum instructional book with the same title, due out in the upcoming months. I am also serving as the staff drummer for the Hays Tabernacle CME Church where Pastor Joseph C. Gardner is the Pastor. ... I also opened my own private drum school - TMT Percussion Academy - hours of operation are Thursday's from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Saturdays from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm ...
www.myspace.com/mantondaleysolo
2/08
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Roy Weinberger
Just sending out a 2007 update to you.
Another year filled with a variety of special and exciting playing opportunities.
The year started out with an invitation to audition for Angelique Kidjo. Iím sad to say that I didn't get the gig, but it was a honor to have been invited ....... .and next time .....!!!!
I performed at Lincoln Center (Avery Fisher Hall) at a sold out fundraiser for 'HASC' (totally sold out, with top ticket prices $750) and they recorded the concert and released a DVD from the concert. What a wonderful feeling it was to play the stage where I'd watched Miles Davis, the N.Y. Philharmonic, and many others perform while growing up.
Now there is news about the recording I did with Lou Montelione (a funk / jazz CD recorded in the 'A' room at Quad Studios for JazzHeads Records with renown engineer Bruce A. Miller on the sliders). Lou's first album featured John Stubblefield and was well received and, so, people are looking forward to his sophomore effort. The label has slated release of this album for May 2008 and we hope to play some festivals to support it's release.
On the opposite end of the musical spectrum, I did some hard rock recording with A & R Select artist and Award wining poet Dave Karais. I'll let you know what comes from the demos.
Then to round things out:
I have done some subbing as drum set instructor at York College.
There has also been concert work on the oldies circuit, again. I'm one of the Musical Directors / Conductors (and drummers) for The Chantels, and Iíve backed Kid Kyle and Frankie Ford ('Sea Cruise', etc.) in numerous concerts.
'Great Googley Moo': I did the Equity Showcases for this play, featuring numerous Broadway and film veterans working to bring this show to Broadway. I was also the Assistant Musical Director. Of course, in the path of all plays - raising funds. To help address that problem, one of New Jersey's most venerable theaters absorbed much of the cost of a reading, where producers could come and see the potential in this play. As a result, that theater, The Crossroads Theater, had scheduled the play for a run in March / April 2008. I've just found out that the run is being re-scheduled (what else is new?!). So weí'e still moving forward and excited about it.
There was a special night of music when I performed with Asha Puthli at an 'Art after 5' concert at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Their roster of guest artists made me humble to have been a part of their Festival. Aziza Miller (from Natalie Cole's group) was on piano and Jason King (head of the Clive Davis School of Recorded Arts) ran and jammed on computer tracks. Her 30 years in the music and movie business makes for an exciting event whenever we play together. After all, she has worked with Ornette Coleman, Sean 'Puffy' Combs, Teo Macero, Andy Warhol, and Bollywood!!!!!
Besides those events, I'm always as busy as possible teaching and playing Jewish concerts, theater, blues, rock, funk, jazz, Classic Rock, fusion, and club dates - percussion or drum set, when the phone rings, I'm HAPPY!
Till next time!
Roy Weinberger
2/08
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Bruce Aitken
I just wanted to let you know some of the things going on in the next few months ...
1 : April 27Th CBIDF with Ed Mann
2 : July 26Th I play at the Ultiate Ausi Drum Day in Melbourne. My performance time is 2.00pm venue TBA but its the same place where this festival is always held.
3 : September 28Th Play a reunion gig with Rodgers Dogers in Invercargill NZ. This was the band I first started with as an 8 or 9 year old. This is being filmed ...
4 : September 28Th after gig being Inducted into the Southland Rock " N Roll Hall Of Fame.
Roger McLauchlan and my self being inducted, Roger is a very well known bass guitarist who has played with too many big stars and recorded with so many people to name... he has worked on film tracks like Crock Dundee and countless others. He was a founder member of The Little River Band.
5 : From September 29Th to Oct 4Th or 5Th Roger and I are planning some Bass / Drum rhythm section clinics in NZ Thru Rock Shops ...
6 : ... Asani's new CD "Listen" has just been recorded in Edmonton at Homestead Recorders under the watchful eyes and ears of legendary Canadian producer engineer Barry Allen. I played drums and percussion on all tracks excet one, a traditional Cree tune. Ed Mann played Percussion on all tracks and drum set on part of another ( double drums...) ...
Asani is a vocal trio and drums / percussion... it's very very unique and you will be very surprised by the CD... it's amazing. ( the ladies)... while we were recording, a DVD documentary was made about the making of the CD, also i was interviewed for an internet broadcast and a radio show ...
when Asani do the CD release party (which will be later this year they hope), it's being filmed for a live DVD release. I will be on this along with Ed.
this is it so far.
once again thank you for your support and friendship.
Bruce
www.bruceaitken.net
2/08
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Julio Figueroa
Hello friends!
I will be performing tonight on Telemundo - NBC (Spanish speaking channel) with Gloria Trevi. It will be at Telemundo's fastest growing late night talk show, "Mas Vale Tarde"
Specifics:
"Mas Vale Tarde" @ 8:30 PM ET and 11:30 PM PT on the Telemundo network afilliates (KVEA, Telemundo, Telemundo International, etc)
We will be performing a very cool unplugged set at the last segment of the show plus songs from Gloria Trevi's upcoming tour, which is starting off with a bang at the Universal (Gibson) Amphitheatre this Friday, Feb 15.
Please check my new Live Page for more detailed information....
www.myspace.com/juliofigueroa
www.juliofigueroa.com
2/08
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Matthew Burgess
2007 in review:
401 gigs / sessions. That's the most ever for me in a year.
More of those gigs were on television then in previous years.
A couple dozen records (Records - NOT Demos).
WAY more travel dates (SXSW, Sundance Film Festival, LA, Seattle, Portland, EVERY state in the Southeast..... & CUBA!) sorry no cigars
2007 was by far my busiest year ever and my most profitable.
I think the coolest thing though was seeing so many people that I work with get deals this year.
Shanna Crooks
Trailer Choir
Phoenix Mendoza
Trent Jeffcoat
Mark Stephen Jones
Amanda Williams
Shannon Cain
Melody Guy
Lani Nash
It was a great year for my artists.
They are the stars of tomorrow, and it's wonderful to be "in on the ground level ".
It's also good to occasionally work with the people that YOU know (Big & Rich, Gretchen Wilson, Cindy Morgan, 3 Doors Down, Chuck Cannon) Thanks to Muzik Mafia I even played with Bobby Brown and Dee Snyder on the Gone Country TV show.
The songwriter community has responded well to the hybrid percussion / drum set up. (Djembe, Kick, Hand Snare, Hi-Hat, Cymbals, Tambourine, Auxiliary Percussion) People are hiring me specifically to do that thing.
I think I have found my "niche".
www.percussionator.com
2/08
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Check out these moments from NAMM '08!
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Richie Gajate Garcia
Happy New Year!
Thanks again for bringing the tambourines. I used them on my trip to Europe. They have a real nice tight sound.
See you at NAMM
Richie
www.gajate.com
1/08
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Mike Bennett
I just wanted to check in and say hello. ... I have been on tour with Hilary Duff again this past month just this time behind the drums! So now I am the drummer for Hilary! We were just in Brazil and Mexico and I just arrived in Australia today. Things are going really great and Im still rocking my Pro-Tamb's on the gig! I also have new articles coming out in Modern Drummer, Drum Scene and a few others. I also want to get going on some more clinics this year ... Thanks as always for everything and talk to you soon! Peace.
Mike Bennett
www.MikeBennettDrums.com
www.MySpace.com/MikeBennettMusic
1/08
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Manny Kellough
DVD - A Jazz Musical tour of Las Vegas
CD - Grovin' And Swingn'
Voted Best Jazz Trio and drummer in Las Vegas 2007 !
I'm Working on a new CD For Spring time release and preparing for a Japan tour in May.
www.mannykellough.com
1/08
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Charles Heath
... currently playing drums and percussion on the national tour of The Color Purple Musical
www.charlesheathondrums.com
1/08
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Charlie Zeleny
Charlie Z has recently returned from a Japan Tour playing duo with Jordan Rudess, keyboardist of Dream Theater, records with female classical shred guitarist The Great Kat and is the drummer on the new Kayodot album on Hydrahead Records.
Charlie is also a member of the internationally acclaimed band Behold the Arctopus signed to Metal Blade Records and Blotted Science featuring Ron Jarzombek of Spastic Ink and Alex Webster of Cannibal Corpse...
Charlie Z is currently working on an advanced drum video course for Jordan Rudess' Online Conservatory entitled "Extreme Drum Solo Mastery."
www.CharlieZeleny.com
www.myspace.com/charliezeleny
1/08
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Kevin Rice
I am now running RemoteDrummer.com
RemoteDrummer.com, a creation of AngelHouse Studios, is a fully equipped professional recording studio specializing in drum tracking via the Internet. Perfect for anyone who needs tasteful, album-quality drum / percussion tracks for their album / demo / jingle / remix...
Check out our website for more info, full session videos, and more!
www.RemoteDrummer.com
1/08
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Gary Stanionis
... To recap 07' Jaciem Joyner won Best Debut Artist 07' and we rode the Top 10 Billboard charts for over 5 weeks. I'm currently in the studio recording his second release. Grammy's are looking good! There are tour's being booked to Australia, Japan as well as East and West coast Jazz Fest. Tours in support of the new album. In other news CG Ryche's DVD was released this past Nov. and was picked up by KCET / PBS and has been running for their pledge drives to millions. Tours in support of the DVD are also in the works. I am currently working on a curriculum of my own for clinics and a book. I'll keep you posted. Things are great and getting better!
www.elementslive.com
1/08
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Vanessa Brown
... I'm doing "The Color Purple" at the Ahmanson 'til Mar.9th... then it's back to "Dancing With The Stars" on Mar.16th...
1/08
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MB Gordy
Hey all
check out the new Sarah Connor Chronicles tonight and tomorrow night on Fox.
It's percussion Heavy with yours truly!!! and an awesome score by Bear McCreary..
Go to Bear's website:
www.bearmccreary.com/blog/?p=231
Peace
MB
1/08
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Nir Z
Hello everyone,
... I have been working very closely with Toontrack on a new multitrack drum library called Superior 2.0 that we feel will revolutionize people's idea of how absolutely realistic multitrack programmed drums can sound. The drums were recorded by myself, Pat Thrall and Neil Dorfsman at Avatar Studios (Studio A), Allaire Studios, and the now defunct Hit Factory (Studio One, NYC). If you want to check out a preview of the program go to the link below:
www.toontrack.com/s20.asp
All the best,
Nir
Nir Zidkyahu
www.nirz.com
www.myspace.com/nirzmusic
1/08
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Bruce Aitken
Here I am in the midst of my rehearsal for the up coming trip to Edmunton to record a CD with Asani and the legendary Ed Mann ( Frank Zappa).
Its been rather cold here in the east during December, January, but as you can see... with my signature Promarks in hand and man's best mate Bixbie the world famous dog... all's well that ends well....
On Tour with The Irish Rovers
Here is a picture that was taken at the Auditorium in Thunder Bay Ontario on the last night of the Tour. (you can see more pictures in the Images Section) It was an amazing trip and a real privilege to perform with The Legendary Band the Irish Rovers . I have been listening to these guys for the last 40 odd years and it was such a thrill to actually play with them. They are master musicians, and pros, each night was exciting and full of fun. The two original Members George Millar and Wilcil McDowell are a true testament to the wonders of Traditional Irish music, and consumate musicians. Ian Millar has great timing and is a very cool bass and guitar player. John Reynolds apart from being one of the funniest guys I've ever met, is an awesome guitarist, he played some amazing solos... and some pretty mean bass as well. What can one say about Sean O'Driscoll, the multi talented multi musician, plays bazookie, mandolin, banjo and tin whistle, world class.
We played a sold out tour and signed "zillions" of autographs, I think the thing that impressed me most apart from the music and the Irish Rovers themselves was the age range of those attending the shows, from young to old and all inbetween, the Legend grows, the warmth and genuine love of the fans for the band and its music truly amazed me.
Bruce to record with Asani and Ed Mann
I am about to head to Edmonton to record the last Asani CD. Ed Mann is producing and playing on it as well. What an amazing project to be invited to.
Asani are the most amazing vocalists I've ever heard, their harmonies and vocal rhythms are just amazing and send the spirit of music through ones entire being. I first met Asani at a festival in Eskasoni on Cape Breton Island, and immediately invited them to perform at the Cape Breton Int Drum Fest... they sing, and play traditional frame drums.... needless to say they brought the house down and received a standing ovation.
Ed Mann, what can one say, one of life's amazing people, with a wonderful heart and love of good for mankind. I admire Ed not just for his music but for having the courage of his convictions. He has a feel of empowerment about him and is humble yet very wise in so many ways. Musically he's at the top of the tree and its incredible to know I have Ed as a life friend.
Asani, Ed and myself are touring New Zealand in September 2008.
www.bruceaitken.net
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