drums Archives – Soundfly

What’s Your Favorite Song to Wake Up to?

In Ep. 33 of Themes and Variation, we chat about songs that are perfect to wake up to with drummer and artist, Sarah Galdes.

What Are Your Favorite Songs That Groove?

Ep. 32 of Themes and Variation covers songs that groove with drummer and producer, Efa Etoroma, Jr.

What Is the “NYC Drum Trick”?

Here’s a well-known trick for fattening up your drums, courtesy of legendary engineer and author Bobby Owsinski.

man practicing drums backstage at a concert

Tour Diary: What I Learned On the Road With Metal Heavyweights Mushroomhead

I spent two weeks on the road opening for legendary metalheads, and in the process learned a ton about myself and touring on a professional level.

The Oncoming Cacerolazo: Stories and Sounds from Puerto Rico’s Massive Protests

Drumming and loud sound are such large parts of Puerto Rican culture, it only makes sense they’d be the focal point of this week’s protests. Take a listen!

A Brief-ish History of the Drum Kit

Got 10 minutes to learn about the history of the drum kit as we know it today? We talk about how individual drums, players, and genres helped the kit evolve.

One Mic Two Mic Drum Mic Room Mic

Some quick and handy approaches to getting a great sounding recording of your drumkit, even if you only have a couple mics lying around your home studio!