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Drum Syndicate Podcast
Bill Hartel and Marcos de la Cruz
23 episodes
1 week ago
Drum Syndicate Podcast is designed to inspire, educate and entertain the drum community. Bill Hartel and Marcos de la Cruz bring 100 years of drumming experience to this interview podcast. Bill is a full time drum teacher and recording drummer that has "Land of Drums" YouTube channel and website. Marcos is the owner and engineer of Firefly Music Studio as well as a freelance drummer with several bands in the Orange County, Ca area.
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Drum Syndicate Podcast is designed to inspire, educate and entertain the drum community. Bill Hartel and Marcos de la Cruz bring 100 years of drumming experience to this interview podcast. Bill is a full time drum teacher and recording drummer that has "Land of Drums" YouTube channel and website. Marcos is the owner and engineer of Firefly Music Studio as well as a freelance drummer with several bands in the Orange County, Ca area.
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Drum Historian Rob Cook Pt. 2
Drum Syndicate Podcast
35 minutes 18 seconds
4 months ago
Drum Historian Rob Cook Pt. 2

Join us for the second installment of our in-depth conversation with renowned drum historian Rob Cook, as we delve into the rich tapestry of percussion history. In this episode, Rob shares captivating stories and insights on:

  • 🥁 The fierce rivalry between Ludwig and Slingerland, two titans of American drum manufacturing.
  • 🐄 The traditional use of calfskin heads and their role in drum sound evolution.
  • 🎛️ The inception of the mylar drumhead and its transformative impact on drum sound and durability.
  • 🔥 The Slingerland reboot and Roland's strategic involvement with DW's electronic kits.
  • 🎨 The evolution of drum finishes, from classic wraps to modern innovations.
  • 🌲 The unique all-wood drums produced during World War II due to metal shortages.
  • 🥇 Rob's personal favorite snare drum and what makes it stand out.
  • 🎷 Anecdotes and stories about the legendary Buddy Rich.
  • 📉 The decline of iconic American drum companies and the subsequent rise of Japanese manufacturers.
  • 🥁 The legacy of WFL III drums and their place in modern drumming.
  • 🌟 "Traps, The Drum Wonder" - Buddy Rich, child prodigy.
  • 📚 A sneak peek into Rob's upcoming cymbal book, exploring the history and artistry of cymbal making.
  • 🌳 An exploration of the Zildjian family tree and its impact on cymbal craftsmanship.
  • [The Slingerland Book](https://hudsonmusic.com/product/the-s...)
  • [The Rogers Drum Book](https://www.amazon.com/Rogers-Book-Ro...)
  • [The Ludwig Book](https://www.namm.org/library/oral-his...)
  • [Rebeats Official Website](https://rob7476.wixsite.com/rebeats)
  • [Not So Modern Drummer Magazine](https://www.notsomoderndrummer.com/no...)

Rob Cook is the founder of Rebeats and the Chicago Drum Show, and the author of several definitive books on drum history, including *The Slingerland Book*, *The Rogers Drum Book*, *The Gretsch Book and *The Ludwig Book*. His extensive research and passion for percussion have made him a leading authority in the field.Don't miss this enlightening journey through the annals of drumming history with one of its most dedicated historians.📌 *Subscribe* to our channel for more deep dives into the world of drums and percussion.📖 **Explore Rob Cook's Publications**:🔗 **Connect with Rob Cook**:\#DrumHistory #RobCook #VintageDrums #PercussionLegacy #drumtalks landofdrumshttps://fireflymusicstudio.com/Intro music by FARRINGTON, drums by Marcos de la Cruz Outro music by Bill Hartel\#DrumHistory #RobCook #VintageDrums #LudwigVsSlingerland #BuddyRich #MylarDrumHeads #ElectronicDrums #ZildjianFamily #WFLIIIDrums #ChicagoDrumShow

Drum Syndicate Podcast
Drum Syndicate Podcast is designed to inspire, educate and entertain the drum community. Bill Hartel and Marcos de la Cruz bring 100 years of drumming experience to this interview podcast. Bill is a full time drum teacher and recording drummer that has "Land of Drums" YouTube channel and website. Marcos is the owner and engineer of Firefly Music Studio as well as a freelance drummer with several bands in the Orange County, Ca area.