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Drummer John Blackwell Interview - Seminole Music & Sound

Date: 10/09/2009 | by billy ashbaugh | Viewed 17933 times

Drummer John Blackwell Interview - Seminole Music & Sound

On October 19th, 2009, John Blackwell sat down with DrummerConnection.com's Damian King, Billy Ashbaugh and Eric Rosebrock after his drum clinic at Seminole Music & Sound. DrummerConnection.com closely follows John Blackwell's progress into the ranks of legendary drummers. The Drummer Connection crew has reserved a special place in our hearts for John Blackwell. He's a very special, gentle person who has inspired us through his amazing ability to not only play the drums, but understand music as a whole.  John has deep roots in music, and he has proven in every aspect that if you believe in yourself, and what you like to do, that you will become successful.

John Blackwell was also a distinguished drummer performing in the Buddy Rich Memorial Concert, 2008 at the Hammerstein Ball Room in Manhattan, New York. The Drummer Connection staff attended this coveted event and witnessed John Blackwell's amazing performance which received an extended standing ovation. He was not alone however, John Blackwell also performed with Neil Peart, Terry Bozzio, Nick Rich, Donnie Marple, Peter Erskine, Tommy Igoe, Chad Smith and The Buddy Rich Band, all of which gave explosive performances that could not be compared to one another. You can purchase this excellent DVD produced by Drum Channel online or at your local music store.  It is an amazing DVD, very well produced and an exceptional job on the documentation of this long awaited event.

 

 

John Blackwell has an extensive history in music and drumming stemming from his father John Blackwell Sr. who was also a drummer. John watched his father and noted his incredible pocket, which he still talks about to this day. Through his father's inspiration, John attended Berklee College, and was called upon from Cameo to become the group's new drummer.  Leaving Berklee to pursue the stars, John has been on an incredible career path ever since. Performing with Cameo, Justin Timberlake, Prince and several other artists, he has proven that he could make his way.

John Blackwell also spends an incredible amount of his time teaching and giving drum clinics. DrummerConnection.com has attended over 5 of John's clinics over the past 3 years and every one of them have been incredible. He also gives private lessons at Seminole Music & Sound periodically throughout the year.  
John Blackwell proudly endorses Tama, Zildjian Drum Sticks, Zidjian Cymbals and Remo Drum Heads.
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Paul Quin - Drummer / Music Attorney Interview

Submitted by billy ashbaugh on: Wednesday, Oct 6, 2010

The music industry is made up of various players including individuals, companies, unions, not-for-profit organizations, rights collectives, and other associated bodies. Occasionally professional musicians negotiate their wages, contractual conditions, and other arrangements through Musicians' Unions or other guilds. But the industry also embodies an all too familiar "dark side" filled to the brim with legal pitfalls that the unwary musician can fall into. Issues ranging ... more »

 

Randy Van Patten - Vanz Drumming Interview

Submitted by drumfreak on: Monday, Aug 2, 2010

One note - DrummerConnection.com is not involved in the production or ownership of VanzDrumming.com's new DVD. Here's Randy Van Patten and Jeff Lutz of http://VanzDrumming.com interviewed by http://www.DrummerConnection.com 's Eric Rosebrock (drumfreak) on 07/31/2010. Stay tuned for updates on Randy's new DVD! It's going to be awesome!! more »

 

JoJo Mayer Interview - 05/05/2010

Submitted by drumfreak on: Tuesday, May 11, 2010

On May 5th, 2010, Damian King and Eric Rosebrock from DrummerConnection.com sit down with famed drummer JoJo Mayer for an interview at Seminole Music & Sound.   JoJo Mayer: Secret Weapons for the Modern Drummer     From Wikipedia:   Jojo Mayer (born 18 January 1963) is a highly acclaimed Swiss drummer born in Zurich and currently residing in New York City. Son of a touring musician, Mayer began his career as a ... more »

 

Crush Drums & Percussion - Pre Launch Interview

Submitted by drumfreak on: Friday, May 7, 2010

Crush Drums is an upcoming Drum Company with new and innovative ideas on how to make drum kits better.  Utilizing artist/drummer feedback, Crush Drums has the vision of enhancing and making better quality and more usable products. Stay tuned to http://CrushDrum.com and http://DrummerConnection.com for more information! ⁞ more »

 

Gavin Harrison Interview

Submitted by drumfreak on: Saturday, May 1, 2010

Watch the Gavin Harrison Interview and Drum Kit Tour on Youtube (Same videos as above, just alternate viewing source) Gavin Harrison Interviewed by DrummerConnection.com’s Damian King and Eric ‘drumfreak’ Rosebrock     From Wikipedia.org Gavin Harrison (Harrow, London, England)is a British drummer and percussionist. He is best-known for playing with the British progressive rock band Porcupine Tree which he joined in 2002. As of 2008, he also plays w ... more »

 

Ken Scott - Interview

Submitted by King on: Monday, Jan 25, 2010

Ken Scott knows music. Having worked with some of the most iconic names in the industry it's hard imagining any fan of music in the past 40 years who hasn't heard a song he's produced. Now having been reunited with 5 of the original drummers from his illustrious career Ken has teamed up with Sonic Reality to release Epik Drums. Epik Drums is a virtual instrument/plug-in that provides an assortment of drum samples and audio grooves that will allow the engineer to practice the art o ... more »

 

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Billy Ashbaugh: Triplet Warm Up #1 Part 1

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 15:21:28 -0500 by billy ashbaugh
This is a little warm up exercise that I created years ago. Hope you get some use out of it....I sure did!!   Example #1 - Sticking Pattern Slow       Ex...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/4379-triplet-warm-exercise-part-1

Billy Ashbaugh Performance - Drummer Connection Clinic @ Seminole Music & Sound

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 17:38:01 -0400 by billy ashbaugh
This is a video of my performance from our very first Drummer Connection Drum Clinic!! More performances to come :) ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/7420-drummer-connection-clinic-seminole-music-sound

Billy Ashbaugh: Heel Toe Hi-Hat Technique

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 21:39:54 -0400 by billy ashbaugh
For today’s lesson we’re going to look at a technique used to create an open and closed hi-hat effect by using your left foot only. Get ready for a left leg workout! Once you get this concept down...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/48986-billy-ashbaugh-heel-toe-hi-hat-technique

Billy Ashbaugh: The Rimshot

Sat, 22 May 2010 15:17:25 -0400 by billy ashbaugh
Here’s a lesson that takes a look at the importance of knowing how to effectively play a rimshot.  ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/46856-billy-ashbaugh-rimshot

Billy Ashbaugh: Road Map Part 1 - Red Neck Radio

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:57:14 -0500 by billy ashbaugh
Today's lesson will take a look at a tune called Red Neck Radio. We're going to follow along with our RoadMap while we listen to the tune for the arrangement. ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/42618-billy-ashbaugh-road-map-part-1-red-neck-radio

Cash - Billy Ashbaugh and Keith Thomas Bass and Drums Jam

Mon, 18 May 2009 23:47:03 -0400 by drumfreak
We were doing some clinic plannig today and decided to jam out a few things on the bass. Here's Billy Ashbaugh and Cash starting off, then Billy gives the sticks to Keith to finish off before we conti...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/audio/7016-cash-billy-ashbaugh-and-keith-thomas-bass-and-drums-jam

Billy Ashbaugh: Heel Toe Hi-Hat Workout #1

Sun, 22 Aug 2010 18:11:24 -0400 by billy ashbaugh
In today's lesson we're going to incorporate our heel toe hi-hat technique into a groove setting. We're going to cover playing both the downbeat and upbeat with our opening hi-hat pattern while we pra...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/49075-billy-ashbaugh-heel-toe-hi-hat-workout-1

Billy Ashbaugh: Ghost Note Groove #1

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 17:43:26 -0500 by billy ashbaugh
This is a little funk groove inspired years ago by Rod Morgenstein. I've incorporated a 5 stroke roll along with opening the hi-hat to help spice it up a bit.....enjoy!! Hello Billy Ashbaugh he...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/4991-ghost-note-groove-1

drumfreak - 090123 - Billy and Eric - Bass Jam3

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 09:08:04 -0500 by drumfreak
Here's Billy Ashbaugh and drumfreak grooving out to some Apple Loops...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/users/drumfreak/media/audio/4847-drumfreak-090123-billy-and-eric-bass-jam3

DC Welcomes Billy Ashbaugh to the Staff!

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 12:09:24 -0500 by ThatDrummerKid
  Drummer Connection is a drumming community catering to every drummer's needs with industry news, a wide variety of media content, video drum lessons, and more. With that purpose i...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/news/2008/12/09/3892-dc-welcomes-billy-ashbaugh-staff

Linear Grooves Part 1 - Examples

Mon, 10 May 2010 08:51:05 -0400 by billy ashbaugh
Here’s a linear groove broken down from the lesson Linear Grooves Part 1....

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Jeff Ocheltree - Drum Room Interview Part 4

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 15:58:05 -0400 by JeffOcheltree
Jeff Ocheltree visited DrummerConnection.com this May. Here's Part 4 of the Drum Room Interview Billy Ashbaugh and I conducted with Jeff.  The entire enterview is approximately 2 1/2 hours and we're ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/6687-jeff-ocheltree-drum-room-interview-part-4

Billy Ashbaugh: Understanding 16th Notes

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 16:28:36 -0400 by billy ashbaugh
Here's the introduction to understanding and reading 16th notes. Don't panic....just relax & count :) Enjoy! ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/6110-billy-ashbaugh-understanding-16th-notes

Billy Ashbaugh: Triplet Warm-Up Fill Idea #1

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 07:37:48 -0400 by billy ashbaugh
Today's lesson will allow everyone to create there own fills from this sticking formula. This is a continuation from Triplet Warm-Up #1 Part 2, so if you're not sure what's going on please check out t...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/49755-billy-ashbaugh-triplet-warm-fill-idea-1

Billy Ashbaugh: Odd Time 7/8

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 14:32:53 -0400 by billy ashbaugh
Here's an introduction to counting and feeling an Odd Time Groove in 7/8. We're also going to explore changing some of your favorite 4/4 grooves to 7/8 time!! ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/5497-billy-ashbaugh-odd-time-78

Billy Ashbaugh: Linear Grooves Part 2

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:01:01 -0500 by billy ashbaugh
Here’s a lesson that covers a Linear Groove I put together for a tune called “In The Way”.  It’s a 4 bar linear pattern with sections of 32nd note funk thrown in….Enjoy!! ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/45392-billy-ashbaugh-linear-grooves-part-2

Drum Duet w/ Billy Ashbaugh and Bob Gatzen

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 10:33:56 -0500 by billy ashbaugh
This is a drum duet Bob and I did during a START performance at the DW factory in California....

http://www.drummerconnection.com/users/billyashbaugh/media/youtube/3714-drum-duet-w-billy-ashbaugh-and-bob-gatzen

Billy Ashbaugh: Tuning Tips Part 3

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:46:13 -0400 by billy ashbaugh
In this final of the 3 lessons we're going to take a look at tuning the floor tom and kick drum. We'll also discuss some basic drum maintenance. I hope you enjoyed this little series on tuning...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/39023-billy-ashbaugh-tuning-tips-part-3

Billy Ashbaugh: Swinging the Exercise

Sun, 02 May 2010 15:17:37 -0400 by billy ashbaugh
In today’s lesson I’m going to discuss a great way to get more mileage from your practice time with method books or sheets. By swinging the notes, you’ll open up a whole new area to explore!   ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/46391-billy-ashbaugh-swinging-exercise

Billy Ashbaugh: Doubles Chop Builder Part 2

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 12:50:50 -0400 by billy ashbaugh
In Part 2, we’re going to begin moving the accents around the kit several different ways to help build fill and solo ideas. Enjoy!...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/47661-billy-ashbaugh-doubles-chop-builder-part-2

rotcav Welcome Jam Part 1

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:44:43 -0400 by drumfreak
Here's rotcav's welcome jam. We were still setting up, so rotcav and Billy Ashbaugh aren't on camera yet. ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/5874-rotcav-welcome-jam-part-1

Billy Ashbaugh : "Sound of Muzak" Road Map-Talk Through w/o Music

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:02:38 -0400 by billy ashbaugh
Here's a song by a band called Porcupine Tree. It goes in and out of sections in 7/4. Enjoy!! ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/33264-billy-ashabugh-sound-muzak-road-map-talk-through-wo-music

Billy Ashbaugh: Applying 16th's to Fills

Fri, 15 May 2009 17:38:12 -0400 by billy ashbaugh
For this lesson, we're going to take the rhythms from the "Understanding 16th Notes" lesson and play them as fills several different ways around the kit...enjoy!! ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/6952-billy-ashbaugh-applying-16ths-fills

START Cookin' Instrumental

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 14:48:11 -0500 by billy ashbaugh
This is from the START project I did with my good friend Bob Gatzen.....a lot of fun!! ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/users/billyashbaugh/media/youtube/3896-start-cookin-instrumental

Billy Ashbaugh: Triplet Accent Exercise Part 2

Sat, 15 May 2010 18:26:11 -0400 by billy ashbaugh
In this lesson we’re going to take the accent patterns from Part 1 and begin to move them around the kit. These exercises are great for fill and solo ideas. Enjoy! ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/46699-billy-ashbaugh-triplet-accent-exercise-part-2

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Triplet Fill Variations Part 1

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 12:10:00 -0400 by King
Here are just a few of the many different ways you can play triplet patterns by alternating your sticking, and moving around the kit. Explore all of the possibilities! ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/2338-triplet-fill-variations-part-1

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Damian's Grip

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 17:19:06 -0500 by billy ashbaugh
Here's Damian sharing his knowledge on grip. ...

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Phil Johnson Interview

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:42:31 -0500 by billy ashbaugh
Since it's conception the BB King's Blues Club has been providing guests with a premium and unique dining experience by combining great food, drink, and extraordinary musical entertainment. WIth onl...

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Chad Sexton Interview (part 2)

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 10:40:43 -0400 by - - D - -
Continued interview....Chad answers question from the fans. ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/youtube/33985-chad-sexton-interview-part-2

Casey Grillo - Kamelot - Interview

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:55:40 -0500 by billy ashbaugh
Drummers are now in a better place than we've ever been. Living in a new age of evolving computer technology musicians can have access to a wide variety of instruments, sounds, and recording options...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/interview/38602-casey-grillo-interview-part-1

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Jeff Ocheltree - Drum Room Interview Part 1

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 18:55:17 -0400 by JeffOcheltree
Jeff Ocheltree visited DrummerConnection.com this May. Here's Part 1 of the Drum Room Interview Billy Ashbaugh and I conducted with Jeff.  The entire enterview is approximately 2 1/2 hours and we're ...

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Jam with Drumfreak

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 23:42:30 -0400 by rotcav
Me jamming along side DrumFreak's solo beat on the Korg X50....

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Drum Room Pics - 2009

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 12:02:32 -0500 by drumfreak
Here's a small taste of photos for DrummerConnection.com 2009. This is only about 5% of the pics - we have over 50,000 photos!...

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Drummer Connection Bass Jam - Sound Check 02/10/2009

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:27:19 -0500 by drumfreak
This came off the mixer from our bass jam / sound check. I added compressors to the output.   Here's the Video which has a jam of me before this audio picks up. The audio picks up sh...

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Cash and drumfreak - drumfreak Bass Playing

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 15:30:10 -0500 by drumfreak
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DC Drumbone - Drumbones and Drums Only

Sat, 18 Apr 2009 17:58:46 -0400 by drumfreak
I'm sticking on the drumbones and cash is controlling the pitch, I'm also on the drums. Uploading another version without the click....

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Drumfreak and Cash - Eric on the Guitar

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 09:37:14 -0500 by drumfreak
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Jeff Ocheltree - Drum Room Interview Part 6

Fri, 01 May 2009 15:14:27 -0400 by JeffOcheltree
Jeff Ocheltree visited DrummerConnection.com this May. Here's Part 6 of the Drum Room Interview Billy Ashbaugh and I conducted with Jeff.  The entire enterview is approximately 2 1/2 hours and we're ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/6714-jeff-ocheltree-drum-room-interview-part-6

Jeff Ocheltree - Drum Room Interview Part 5

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 16:55:32 -0400 by JeffOcheltree
Jeff Ocheltree visited DrummerConnection.com this May. Here's Part 5 of the Drum Room Interview Billy Ashbaugh and I conducted with Jeff.  The entire enterview is approximately 2 1/2 hours and we're ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/6689-jeff-ocheltree-drum-room-interview-part-5

Jeff Ocheltree - Drum Room Interview Part 4

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 15:58:05 -0400 by JeffOcheltree
Jeff Ocheltree visited DrummerConnection.com this May. Here's Part 4 of the Drum Room Interview Billy Ashbaugh and I conducted with Jeff.  The entire enterview is approximately 2 1/2 hours and we're ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/6687-jeff-ocheltree-drum-room-interview-part-4

Jeff Ocheltree - Drum Room Interview Part 7

Fri, 01 May 2009 15:21:48 -0400 by JeffOcheltree
Jeff Ocheltree visited DrummerConnection.com this May. Here's Part 7 of the Drum Room Interview Billy Ashbaugh and I conducted with Jeff.  The entire enterview is approximately 2 1/2 hours and we're ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/6715-jeff-ocheltree-drum-room-interview-part-7

JoJo Mayer Interview - 05/05/2010

Tue, 11 May 2010 18:37:11 -0400 by drumfreak
On May 5th, 2010, Damian King and Eric Rosebrock from DrummerConnection.com sit down with famed drummer JoJo Mayer for an interview at Seminole Music & Sound.   JoJo Mayer: ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/interview/46644-jojo-mayer-interview-05052010

Jeff Ocheltree - Drum Room Interview Part 9

Fri, 01 May 2009 16:32:48 -0400 by JeffOcheltree
Jeff Ocheltree visited DrummerConnection.com this May. Here's Part 9 of the Drum Room Interview Billy Ashbaugh and I conducted with Jeff.  The entire enterview is approximately 2 1/2 hours and we're ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/6726-jeff-ocheltree-drum-room-interview-part-9

NAMM 2009 - Trick Drums w/ Mike Semerau

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 16:50:00 -0500 by King
Trick artist Mike Semerau spends a moment with us at the NAMM Show to tell us why Trick is the company of coice for all his drumming needs. Mike also give us a preview as to what he's going to be up...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/4989-namm-2009-trick-drums-w-mike-semerau

Jeff Ocheltree - Drum Room Interview Part 8

Fri, 01 May 2009 16:18:17 -0400 by JeffOcheltree
Jeff Ocheltree visited DrummerConnection.com this May. Here's Part 8 of the Drum Room Interview Billy Ashbaugh and I conducted with Jeff.  The entire enterview is approximately 2 1/2 hours and we're ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/6725-jeff-ocheltree-drum-room-interview-part-8

Jeff Ocheltree - Drum Room Interview Part 1

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 18:55:17 -0400 by JeffOcheltree
Jeff Ocheltree visited DrummerConnection.com this May. Here's Part 1 of the Drum Room Interview Billy Ashbaugh and I conducted with Jeff.  The entire enterview is approximately 2 1/2 hours and we're ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/6622-jeff-ocheltree-drum-room-interview-part-1

JoJo Mayer Interview with Drummer Connection - Teaser

Thu, 06 May 2010 11:55:05 -0400 by drumfreak
Here's a teaser for the JoJo Mayer Drum clinic Interview at Seminole Music & Sound! ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/46544-jojo-mayer-interview-drummer-connection-teaser

Anthony Moreino Interview

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 06:16:54 -0400 by King
Replacing a former member of an established band is never easy. Aside from having the noteworthy talent required it takes diligence, patience, and thick skin needed to weather the storm and harsh cr...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/anthony_moreino

Danilo Maia - Drummer Interview with drumfreak

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 20:44:13 -0400 by drumfreak
Here's Part 1 of Drummer Connection's interview of a local Drummer: Danilo Maia. Danilo came on site today and hung out in the Drum Room with me. We talked about some interesting Drumming Tips and a...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/5811-danilo-maia-drummer-interview

Kevin Connolly - Blue Man Group Drummer - Interview and Playing at DrummerConnection.com

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 16:59:28 -0400 by drumfreak
On June 31st, 2009, we invited Blue Man Group Drummer and Percussionist to visit DrummerConnection.com and jam with us as well as interview him. Here's some clips for your enjoyment! Thanks Kevin fo...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/interview/33927

Casey Grillo - Kamelot - Interview

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:55:40 -0500 by billy ashbaugh
Drummers are now in a better place than we've ever been. Living in a new age of evolving computer technology musicians can have access to a wide variety of instruments, sounds, and recording options...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/interview/38602-casey-grillo-interview-part-1

Jeff Ocheltree - Drum Room Interview Part 3

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 15:55:10 -0400 by JeffOcheltree
Jeff Ocheltree visited DrummerConnection.com this May. Here's Part 3 of the Drum Room Interview Billy Ashbaugh and I conducted with Jeff.  The entire enterview is approximately 2 1/2 hours and we're ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/6686-jeff-ocheltree-drum-room-interview-part-3

Jeff Ocheltree - Drum Room Interview Part 10

Fri, 01 May 2009 16:45:09 -0400 by JeffOcheltree
Jeff Ocheltree visited DrummerConnection.com this May. Here's the 10th and final part of the Drum Room Interview Billy Ashbaugh and I conducted with Jeff.  The entire enterview is approximately 2 1/2...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/6727-jeff-ocheltree-drum-room-interview-part-10

Interview with STYX Drummer - Todd Sucherman

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 02:56:34 -0400 by King
There are so many great drummers playing today, it's hard to narrow it down to even just a few of the best. Modern Drummer once mentioned that MAYBE half a dozen of the Earth's inhabitants possess t...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/todd_sucherman

Jeff Ocheltree - Drum Room Interview Part 2

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 15:45:28 -0400 by JeffOcheltree
Jeff Ocheltree visited DrummerConnection.com this May. Here's Part 2 of the Drum Room Interview Billy Ashbaugh and I conducted with Jeff.  The entire enterview is approximately 2 1/2 hours and we're ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/6685-jeff-ocheltree-drum-room-interview-part-2

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Private Lessons with John Blackwell 5/9/08 : Seminole,FL

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:02:00 -0400 by King
      I case you missed him perform at the recent Dom Famularo clinic, Seminole Music and Sound will have John Blackwell giving private lessons 5/9/08. Call...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/news/2008/04/28/1797-private-lessons-with-john-blackwell-5908-seminolefl

John Blackwell Clinic @ Seminole Music & Sound - Tonight

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 09:47:30 -0500 by ThatDrummerKid
John Blackwell (Prince, Justin Timberlake, Cameo, P. Diddy, Patty LaBell) will perform a Free Drum Clinic on Tuesday, Dec. 16 @ 7pm. John will perform songs, solos and answer questi...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/news/2008/12/16/3981-john-blackwell-clinic-seminole-music-sound-tonight

John Blackwell Goes to Zildjian

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 09:45:14 -0400 by King
    As of 3/27/08 drumming sensation John Blackwell has made the switch and will now be endorsing Zildjian cymbals. John, having played with such talents as Prince ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/news/2008/03/31/1519-john-blackwell-goes-zildjian

New John Blackwell DVD from Hudson out Oct. 2nd

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:48:53 -0400 by ThatDrummerKid
Hudson Music announces the latest addition to its Master Series of drum instruction DVDs — John Blackwell: Master Series. The three-hour long DVD is jam packed with patterns and drum parts played ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/news/2008/09/16/3367-new-john-blackwell-dvd-hudson

John Blackwell Clinic @ Seminole Music & Sound - Seminole,FL

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 09:49:37 -0500 by ThatDrummerKid
John Blackwell (Prince, Justin Timberlake, Cameo, P. Diddy, Patty LaBell) will perform a Free Drum Clinic on Tuesday, Dec. 16 @ 7pm. John will perform songs, solos and answer questio...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/events/3835-john-blackwell-clinic-seminole-music-sound-seminolefl

John Blackwell Clinic 6/5/08: Seminole,FL

Wed, 21 May 2008 15:07:18 -0400 by King
      Seminole Music and Sound will host a drum clinic by John Blackwell 6/5/08 at 7pm.  John is also taking appointments for private lessons the following...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/news/2008/05/21/2107-john-blackwell-clinic-6508-seminolefl

John Blackwell - Foot Technique - Hudson Music DVD

Wed, 12 May 2010 22:29:08 -0400 by drumfreak
John Blackwell giving a lesson on Foot Technique from the Hudson Music DVD. ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/youtube/46666-john-blackwell-foot-technique-hudson-music-dvd

John Blackwell Clinic @ Seminole Music & Sound

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:25:23 -0400 by ThatDrummerKid
      John Blackwell has played on some of the world's largest stages with Prince and Justin Timberlake and continues to win and place year after year, in drumm...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/events/37975-john-blackwell-clinic-seminole-music-sound

NAMM 2009 John Blackwell Testing New Zildjian Cymbals

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 11:09:47 -0500 by drumfreak
John Blackwell's press release to now being endorsed by Zildjian was held today, and shortly after he demos a few new products straight out of the Zildjian Factory. ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/4443-namm-2009-john-blackwell-testing-new-zildjian-cymbals

NAMM 2009 - NEW Zildjian Stick Models

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 11:45:00 -0500 by King
Zildjian Product Manager Ron Allman gives a brief presentation about the 4 new stick models available this year at the 2009 Winter NAMM Show. -Travis Barker - Ronnie Vannucci - John B...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/4738-namm-2009-new-zildjian-stick-models

Willow

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 01:38:34 -0400 by Onsetdrummer
First song off of my bands EP....

http://www.drummerconnection.com/users/onsetdrummer/media/audio/47170-willow

John Blackwell Project - CD Release!

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 11:12:07 -0400 by drumfreak
From Paul Quin - John Blackwell's Manager: "Dear all: as most of you know I have spent the best part of the last year trying to be all things to the John Blackwell Project:  law...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/news/2010/03/24/45783-john-balckwell-project-cd-release

NAMM 2009 Drum Coverage: John Blackwell Interview: Zildjian Press Conference Today!!

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 02:52:21 -0500 by King
        The 2009 Winter NAMM Show kicks off tomorrow and looks to be one of the best yet. Zildjian will be hosting a press conference to announce ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/news/2009/01/15/4424-namm-2009-john-blackwell-interview-zildjian-press-conference-today

SNEAK PEEK!! John Blackwell at Buddy Rich Memorial

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 11:39:52 -0500 by King
Here is a preview of John Blackwell at the Buddy Rich Memorial Concert provided to us from Don Lombardi and the staff Drum Channel. You can watch the concert in its entirerty on the Drum Channel, De...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/featured/video/3851-sneak-peek-john-blackwell-buddy-rich-memorial

Drum Rehab With John Blackwell

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 18:27:24 -0500 by King
We all have our influences and role models when it comes to our favorite instruments. To see such an artist perform is a memorable experience, to meet them gives you something to remember fo...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/news/2008/01/15/986-drum-rehab-with-john-blackwell

John Blackwell with Full Band Performance at Seminole Music & Sound

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 17:45:37 -0500 by drumfreak
John Blackwell will be performing with a full band at Seminole Music & Sound in promotion of his new John Blackwell Project CD.  Come out and see John play! ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/events/45252-john-blackwell-full-band-performance-seminole-music-sound

Review - Buddy Rich Memorial Concert 2008

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 16:12:02 -0400 by ThatDrummerKid
  This past weekend the Drummer Connection crew and friends had the great pleasure to attend the Buddy Rich Memorial Concert at the Manhattan Center for the Arts/Hammerstein Ballroo...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/news/2008/10/21/3536-review-buddy-rich-memorial-concert-2008

Zildjian on Tour @ Seminole Music & Sound - Seminole FL

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:13:15 -0400 by ThatDrummerKid
      During Zildjian On Tour, you'll have the chance to not only meet some of your favorite artists, but also check out some Sound Lab prototypes, take advantage...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/events/34695-zildjian-tour-seminole-music-sound-seminole-fl

NEW Zildjian Contests for '09!

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 16:21:37 -0500 by webadmin
"Being part of the Zildjian Company and being part of the Zildjian brand there are some things we can do with our sticks that I don’t think anyone else can do." Ron Allman ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/news/2009/02/09/4908-new-zildjian-contests-09

NEW DVD - John Blackwell: Master Series

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 10:32:59 -0500 by ThatDrummerKid
Filmed in front of a live audience, John demonstrates the musical skills that have made him the drummer of choice for artists such as Prince, Patti LaBelle, and Justin Timberlake. John pe...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/news/2008/11/14/3694-new-dvd-john-blackwell-master-series

Seminole Music and Sound

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 13:05:09 -0500 by King
The other day I had the pleasure of visiting a local shop called Seminole Music and Sound.  Having been in business for over 25 years , the store has made it's home in a shopping plaza near...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/news/2007/11/29/804-seminole-music-and-sound

John Blackell - Private Lessons 9/12/08 @ Seminole Music and Sound: Seminole Fl

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 15:03:23 -0400 by King
John Blackwell will be offering private lessons at Seminole Music and Sound all day Friday September 12th. Cost is $100 per hour. Please call the store for times and availability so you don'...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/news/2008/08/29/3189-john-blackell-private-lessons-9508-seminole-music-and-sound-seminole-fl

John Blackwell Lick - The Drum Ninja

Sun, 27 Jun 2010 21:59:10 -0400 by thedrumninja
Here's a nice lick that I picked up off the John Blackwell DvD - Technique, Grooving and Showmanship. He calls it the Marcus Willams Pattern. In this video I am playing the hands in unison but you ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/drumlessons/youtube/47981-john-blackwell-lick-drum-ninja

John Blackwell Lessons Friday Feb.29th

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 14:32:11 -0500 by King
Celebrate leap year and have your drumming leap to the next level with a private lesson from John Blackwell. Friday Feb. 29th at Seminole Music & Sound. Call or email for available ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/news/2008/02/27/1268-john-blackwell-lessons-friday-feb29th

Two Days of Dom: Clinic Review

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 17:38:24 -0400 by King
          Just last week drumming virtuoso Dom Famularo scheduled three clinics throughout the state of Florida, two of which ...

http://www.drummerconnection.com/news/2008/04/16/1794-two-days-dom-clinic-review

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King Says Thanks again fellas!

Submitted On: Tuesday, Oct 27, 2009 - 9:54 AM

Thanks again John and John (no particular order) and The Mighty Quin for giving us this opportunity. We love you guys!

billy ashbaugh Says Thanks John

Submitted On: Friday, Oct 23, 2009 - 4:55 PM

Thanks again John for taking the time to share some thoughts with us. It was a pleasure getting to watch your clinic, great job man!! Also, thanks to Paul & John Spinelli for making this possible!

seminole Says Wow, Blackwell did it again!

Submitted On: Friday, Oct 23, 2009 - 10:10 AM

Every time John does a clinic it is always different. Yeah, he does his "signature licks" and plays his "nasty grooves" but he also takes you somewhere we haven't been before. John works hard on his craft to better himself and inspire the rest of us.

Super thanks to John Blackwell for hanging out until 11pm talking to everyone and signing autographs doing the interview and playing his butt off. And special thanks to Drummer Connection for sharing this with everyone who couldn't attend.

John

drumfreak Says Thank You!!

Submitted On: Friday, Oct 23, 2009 - 12:23 AM

Thank You John Blackwell, John Spinelli and Paul Quin for making this interview possible. It has been a pleasure to follow John Blackwell and to be able to speak to him and watch him perform regularly. Seminole Music & Sound has pulled through once again and helped another star shine.

Thanks Everyone!
//drumfreak

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