Christchurch originals rock band ERASE have just finished their first EP release and are now looking for a competent solid drummer to take it to the live stage. We have 24hr access to a rehearsal room / studio, and are looking to continue song writing and recording as well as playing live shows. ERASE play [...]

HUMAN are based in Christchurch, New Zealand and have established themselves as the country’s longest serving metal act – 20 years, no less. Having recently parted ways with their drummer the band is now seeking someone to step in and continue the legacy! The ideal person for the part would have to be blast-beat savvy [...]

James is drummer and vocalist for Careless. These guys have a real 80′s brit metal vibe going on – you can preview their debut album Coalition on the Careless site. But for even more fun, have a watch of James in action in this video of album track 5ive (it’s a shameless drum solo of [...]

People have different thoughts when the subject of karaoke comes up in conversation. Some people immediately discount it as a silly activity that is only done on special occasions. A lot of people only know about karaoke from what they see on television and movies, and quite often the depictions are not exactly flattering. Other [...]

Beautiful Collision are looking for a phat, funky, ‘tight as’ player with all the tasty/juicy bits in the mix. You’ll love creating a deep pocket with the band and will have the ability to stay in it. You’ll also love to rock out and will bring a real energy to the songs. Above all else, [...]

If you are going to learn to play the drums than it helps to know about the different types available. The bass drum, sometimes referred to as a kick drum is the large drum that makes the deep booming noise, right? The bass drum is used to produce the deep sound made to the beat [...]

When you are learning to play the drums many people think they have to go out and buy an expensive drum set. That is really not true. One great way to learn the drums is a electronic drum pad. These are great! They help you learn to play the drums without the large investment. This [...]

When you start taking drum lessons the first thing you will want is a drum set. Since you are just beginning it is a good idea to make sure you are in it for the long haul. Take a few lessons first to see if this is something you are going to continue. When you [...]

Here’s a video of a 16 year old Dylan Elise playing drums at the Tauranga National Jazz Festival in New Zealand. Not bad eh?

When you are learning to play the drums it is not always possible to use an entire set. Not only would that be restrictive, but it might not always sit too well with the people around you either. The solution to that problem is drum practice pads. They are so lightweight,and compact. The small size [...]