Give The Drummers And Editors Some: DRUM! Magazine Publishes 150th Issue With Percussion Mini-Magazine
Enter Music Publishing, which has been publishing hip, drum/percussion magazines for nearly 20 years, has reached a milestone. The company recently published the 150th Issue of DRUM! Magazine. [Read More]
Posted at 08:22PM Nov 20, 2008 by josh moscov in Music | Comments[0]
Dame Evelyn Glennie Now Endorsing Hammerax Hybrid Instruments; Glennie Inducted Into PAS Hall Of Fame
Clearwater, Florida Hammerax, famed for making cymbal-like instruments with sustain and musical effects that go well beyond the sonic possibilities of ordinary cymbals, has made Dame Glennie an official endorser. The first artist to sustain a full-time career as a touring solo percussionist, Glennie performs on the company's Boomywhang hybrids, which produce deep, fluttering sounds with cymbal-like highs. She also is playing Hammerax glass hybrids, instruments that can be crashed, raked or rolled with one hand. This approach to playing produces an intense wobble with eerie high-pitched tones.
Her collaborations have included performances with artists such as Nana Vasconcelos, Bobby Mcferrin, Bela Fleck, Bjork and countless other artists. She will be inducted into the Percussive Arts Society Hall of Fame on November 7 at the PASIC convention in Austin, Texas.
Of her colorful Hammerax hybrids, Glennie says, Life begins with sound and ends with sound. The sense of curiosity that percussionists have seems to be forever magnified and there's no question that Hammerax has made it a commitment to stretch our imagination and curiosity beyond words. The range of products is fantastic with so many possibilities for their use in countless different musical contexts. I have no limits as to how I use these products - they are simply a great addition to my already expansive range of instruments."
"Glennie is the perfect endorser for our products due to her playing style," said John Stannard, founder of Hammerax. "Many of the Hammerax hybrids have found a home with classical percussionsist like her, but they also function as a new source of effects for drum set players. All our pieces are stick playable and very tough."
Hammerax also noted that it will add more endorsers for its innovative line of cymbal products in the near future.
Posted at 12:00AM Nov 16, 2008 by josh moscov in Music | Comments[0]
Drummer's Daughter Talks About The Return Of The Buddy Rich Memorial Concert
An interview with Cathy Rich about the return of the "Buddy Rich" Memorial Concert.
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Posted at 10:02AM Oct 18, 2008 by josh moscov in Music | Comments[0]
Buddy Rich Memorial Concert Rolls Out
After a 10-year hiatus, Cathy Rich, daughter of the notorious drummer, Buddy Rich, has resurrected the memorial concert in honor of her father's contributions to drumming. [Read More]
Posted at 04:00AM Oct 12, 2008 by josh moscov in General | Comments[0]
