The Ludwig Bronze Beauty Got an Upgrade
The legendary Ludwig Black Beauty has a sibling that may just steal the spotlight. In today’s video, Casey dives deep into the Ludwig Bronze... Read more »
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Evanescence Sanctuary Live Rig Tour: Amy Lee, Emma Anzai, Troy McLawhorn, Tim McCord & Will Hunt
Evanescence gave Sweetwater an up-close look at the live rigs powering the band’s 2026 worldwide Sanctuary tour. Amy Lee, Emma Anzai, Troy... Read more »
Jul 17, 2026, 1:00 PM
Death Doula: A Missoula Evening with Brooks Wackerman, Live at Sweetwater | Giveaway
In the run-up to the release of Missoula’s Death Doula LP, drummer and songwriter Brooks Wackerman led a one-of-a-kind listening session, drum... Read more »
Jun 21, 2026, 1:55 PM
Toto Drum Grooves: Favorite Fills & Jeff Porcaro Parts ft. Shannon Forrest
Shannon Forrest, Toto’s tenured timekeeper, plays through and breaks down his favorite Jeff Porcaro drum grooves and parts, explaining the... Read more »
May 18, 2026, 1:39 PM
Frank Zummo | Artist Profile
Across globetrotting performances with Electric Callboy, galvanizing DJ sets, and supporting the next generation of musicians via School of... Read more »
Apr 29, 2026, 3:00 PM
“The Best Live Sound in Rock Music” — Metallica Drum Tech Jimmy Clark on Miking the M72 World Tour
Metallica drum tech Jimmy Clark talks through his experiences on the M72 World Tour: working with five kits, tuning drums, and the gear helping... Read more »
Apr 24, 2026, 12:04 PM
Art Cruz | Artist Profile
Fans of Art Cruz, Lamb of God, diabolical drum work, and hard-hitting heavy metal, rejoice: this is your all-inclusive spot to discover the... Read more »
Mar 3, 2026, 4:15 PM
Best Snare Drums in 2026
Choosing the right snare is critical for any style of music. Can you imagine Bill Gibson playing “The Power of Love” on a piccolo? Or Chad Smith... Read more »
Feb 17, 2026, 12:26 PM
The Ludwig Bronze Beauty Snare Drum: A Black Beauty Alternative?
With the launch of the Sweetwater-exclusive Bronze Beauty from Ludwig, a rare snare twin to the iconic Ludwig Black Beauty is available. Watch... Read more »
Jan 31, 2026, 11:00 AM
Mr. Big “Colorado Bulldog” & “Price You Gotta Pay” Live at Sweetwater Studios
See iconic supergroup Mr. Big perform “Colorado Bulldog” and “Price You Gotta Pay” live at Sweetwater Studios! Check out... Read more »