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| ’The Drummer: 100 Years of Rhythmic Power and Invention’ "The Drummer: 100 Years of Rhythmic Power and Invention" is the first book to tell the complete tale of the modern drumset master. The book dissects a century of drumming, covering every major musical genre from early jazz to new metal. Twenty of the world's "drum gods" -- Buddy Rich, John Bonham, Keith Moon, Elvin Jones, Neil Peart, and others -- are featured in their own spreads. Celebrating the most vital musician onstage, "The Drummer" is filled with hundreds of color photos and candid quotes from the industry's heaviest hitters. "The Drummer: 100 Years of Rhythmic Power and Invention" marks the 30th anniversary of the world's best-loved drum magazine, Modern Drummer, and features contributions from the most knowledgeable drumming experts today -- including a forward by The Red Hot Chili Peppers' Chad Smith. The Drummer is truly a must-have -- not only for drummers, but for all music lovers. write your comments about the article :: © 2006 Jazz News :: home page |