Drummers

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Image of Josh Dun singing into a microphone. This is probably from the Clancy tour (2023) in which he sang backing vocals on "Leave the City"

Image of Josh Dun singing into a microphone. This is probably from the Clancy tour (2023) in which he sang backing vocals on "Leave the City"

Interview with Josh Dun: How twenty one pilots’ Drummer Found His Voice

Josh talks about challenging himself to do more interviews to singing to becoming a dad. This is Julie Simmons' third interview with Josh Dun.

Sep 26, 20257 min read

Gilmar Gomes is sitting at the edge of a stage wearing a black leather outfit, black hat and black sunglasses. He's sitting in front of his drum kit, most likely the one he uses when playing with Enrique Iglesias.

Gilmar Gomes is sitting at the edge of a stage wearing a black leather outfit, black hat and black sunglasses. He's sitting in front of his drum kit, most likely the one he uses when playing with Enrique Iglesias.

Interview with Gilmar Gomes, Drummer for Enrique Iglesias: Life is Percussive

An incredibly moving journey about Brazilian percussionist, Gilmar Gomes.

Sep 17, 20258 min read

Josh Dun is sitting at his SJC drum kit. He's wearing a black ski mask. The yellow bass drum head and yellow sticks suggest that this is a photo from the Trench era.

Josh Dun is sitting at his SJC drum kit. He's wearing a black ski mask. The yellow bass drum head and yellow sticks suggest that this is a photo from the Trench era.

Interview with Josh Dun on The Social Experimentations of twenty one pilots

Josh Dun talks about some of the ways they've engaged with fans over the years. This is Julie Simmons' second interview with Josh Dun.

Aug 1, 20194 min read

Alex Shellnut from A Day to Remember playing SJC drumkit

Alex Shellnut from A Day to Remember playing SJC drumkit

How SJC Custom Drums Took Over the Vans Warped Tour

Punk rock summer camp's most beloved drums, SJC Drums

Aug 7, 20187 min read

When Chicago Was the Largest Drum Manufacturer in the World

When Chicago Was the Largest Drum Manufacturer in the World

When Chicago Was the Largest Drum Manufacturer in the World

When Chicago was the largest drum manufacturer in the world (1920s - 1960s)

Jul 5, 201812 min read

Black and white photo of Dick Schory standing next to Ringo Starr (middle) as William F. Ludwig Jr is handing Ringo a rare golden snare made just for Ringo.

Black and white photo of Dick Schory standing next to Ringo Starr (middle) as William F. Ludwig Jr is handing Ringo a rare golden snare made just for Ringo.

Another Magical Mystery Drum: Ringo's Golden Snare

Whatever happened to Ringo's golden snare that mysteriously disappeared in 1964?

Jul 8, 201710 min read

Black and white photo of Jake D playing his drum kit. Only the bass drumhead is in color. It has the name of the band: Stellar.

Black and white photo of Jake D playing his drum kit. Only the bass drumhead is in color. It has the name of the band: Stellar.

Interview with Jake D: Drummer Boy

An up close and personal interview with the young drummer, Jake D.

Sep 10, 20157 min read

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