Vote for the top drummers of 2024 in this year's Drumeo Drummer Of The Year Awards ..read more

In Mike Portnoy's first on-camera interview since rejoining Dream Theater, find out how he got his gig back and more ..read more

Attention All Drummers in the USA! ?? We’re thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership between Musora, the leading online music education platform, and Guitar Center, the premier retailer of musical instruments and gear. This collaboration is set to transform the way you learn, practice, and grow as a musician. Whether you’re a beginner picking up ..read more

Drumeo has partnered with Thomann as our recommended gear provider across Europe. Plus, buy gear from Thomann and you'll get a FREE 3-month Drumeo membership ..read more

While there are countless drum brands around the world, only a few have gained worldwide fame. This comes from a combination of innovation, good marketing, and general popularity across the drumming community.  Which options are the best, though? And if you were to buy a new drum kit today, which names should you be looking at? Here’s an ultimate list of all the top drum brands. Every single one of these brands has made it through the Drumeo doors, so I’ll also give some personal thoughts as we go along.  Table of Contents Top Acoustic Drum Brands Pearl Yamaha Tama Gretsch Drums Lu ..read more

Drum solos are one of the most exciting things to listen to, right? Well, it actually depends on which drum solo you’re listening to.  Certain drum solos have you gripping the edge of your seat, while others go on for far too long without sounding exciting or enticing at all.  As a drummer, you want to be in the first group where your drum solos blow people away and make them want more. How do you do that, though?  Here are some tips and tricks that I’ve learned through playing drum solos for over two decades. I’ve also pulled ideas from some of the best drummers in the world, i ..read more

The new drummer of Slipknot is allegedly Eloy Casagrande, based on a number of hints and a just-released phone video of Slipknot’s first show with their new drummer. El Estepario called it. Fans suspected it. And when Sepultura announced that Eloy had suddenly stepped down to pursue a career with another project right before the band’s final tour, the internet was ablaze with speculation. Why would Eloy Casagrande step down from his band of 13 years to “pursue a career with another project” just days before starting a run of farewell tours? If you aren’t familiar with the mighty Brazilian ma ..read more

Whether you prefer the term ‘drum set’ or ‘drum kit,’ the beauty is that you can set it up in whatever configuration you like. There’s no formula – no right or wrong – as long as it’s comfortable to play! In this quick and easy guide, we’ll look at the drums, cymbals, hardware, and accessories that combine to make the sum greater than the parts. Let’s check out the tools of your trade. What’s in a drum kit? Snare drum Bass drum Toms Cymbals Hardware Setting up the drums Parts of a typical rock drum set The drums and cymbals that make up the kits we recognize today were once only played as s ..read more

Jimmy “The Rev” Sullivan. Those who knew him loved him, and those who didn’t admired him. The original drummer and founding member of Avenged Sevenfold has become an iconic figure in rock and metal with his skills, creativity, and huge personality. Though he passed away far too soon at just 28 years old, his drumming continues to make a massive impact – and he’s quickly become a legend in his own right. Here’s why The Rev is still one of the greatest modern metal drummers. Who was The Rev? Who were The Rev’s biggest influences? The Rev’s signature style Jimmy Sullivan, double bass beast The ..read more

Have you ever skipped a video because the quality, lighting or angles were too “cringe”? While a good video has several variables that help it look pro, the right camera can make a huge difference for YouTubers. Whether you’re playing drum covers, unboxing a new kit, teaching lessons or documenting a tour, your camera could be the game-changer your channel needs. If you’re a drummer, you might need a cam that can capture quick movements – something that captures more frames per second. Here are some top contenders in the market, plus features, functionalities, and how awesome they are for YouT ..read more