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PAS Hall Of Fame!
Roy Burns has been inducted into the Percussive Arts Society Hall Of Fame! This is a high form of recognition for outstanding accomplishments and artistic contributions to the world of percussion.
Roy Burns is one of the very few drummers whose career has encompassed virtually every aspect of drumming and the music business. He has been a big band drummer, teacher, author, clinician, featured soloist, studio drummer, publisher and now the co-owner of Aquarian Drumheads.
Roy joins a select group of only 97 percussionists chosen to receive this honor during the 47 year history of PAS. The presentation of the award will take place November 7th at 7:00PM at the Austin Convention Center in Austin Texas. Everyone at Aquarian would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Roy for being selected to receive such an honor.
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Tru-Bounce Practice Pad!
The Tru-Bounce practice pad provides an active playing surface of specially selected neoprene for a true and accurate response. Comfortable to play on without the "overly-springy" feel of traditional gum rubber. Even at the softest volumes, each stick note is articulated and can be heard. The result is a more accurate rebound that helps to develop control, strength and speed. It makes you work a little harder (but not too hard) when practicing.
Enclosed with the Tru-Bounce pad is a FREE pair of Power-Sleeve 5A drumsticks. Also included is a teacher approved rudiment sheet and two "Fact Sheets" by Roy Burns which cover some warm-up excersizes and tuning tips.
The Tru-Bounce Pad will be available February 15th.!
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edrumsessions
Aquarian artist Shay Godwin launches www.edrumsessions.com Here is what Shay has to say about his new website edrumsessions.com.
Hi, I'm Shay Godwin and I am a Los Angeles-based drummer. I have recorded and performed with many independent and label artists (RCA, Interscope, Arista, Hollywood, and others) covering a multitude of styles.
I believe my calling in life is to provide musical support for artists of all flavors and styles, and nothing gives me greater satisfaction than playing exactly what a song needs.
As a professional who has recorded in expensive rooms (e.g. Capital Studio A) and has contributed to drum sample software (I did all of the brush samples on the BFD premium drum module), I have a unique insight into the problems one can have trying to get master quality, custom drum tracks.
I decided I wanted to come up with a solution to these problems.
So I began talking with a great sound engineer friend of mine, Thai Long Ly of TL2 Productions.
And we decided to team up to give you all the benefits of hiring a drummer AND a pro sound engineer, but in the same affordable price range of hiring a drummer alone!
AT EDRUMSESSIONS YOU GET:
1)major label quality sound
2)custom drum tracks that are passionately played for YOUR
song
3)to save huge amounts of time over putting together drum
tracks from drum sample software such as BFD (that end up
sounding sterile anyway)
4)big savings over paying to rent a studio, paying for
engineers, drummer, etc.
5)a satisfying, interactive artistic experience in which you
can communicate your needs to me through email or in real time (via phone or using Skype, free download)
6)to stay in your PJs while I track killer drums for you!
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Spock's Beard "Live!"
With their previous three releases, ‘Spock’s Beard’, ‘Feel Euphoria’, and ‘Octane’, Spock’s Beard has proved that despite the departure of founding member Neal Morse, they continue their reign as one of the best prog bands, on the scene. The Californian quartet has continued to seek new forms of expression, with a focus on combining complex compositions with a more song oriented feel.
In support of their latest album ‘Spock’s Beard’, the band played a 15 date tour throughout Europe in 2007. This all encompassing tour, took the band through eight European countries, solidifying their position as one of the top live artists on the Progressive Rock scene.
On May 25th 2007, Spock’s Beard fans from the Dutch town of Zoetermeer were treated to a performance that they will never forget. The local hall “Beorderij” has always been a home for Progressive Rock and for Spock’s Beard in particular. This concert was filmed and recorded for a DVD and Double CD live album.
An enthusiastic audience and a breathtaking performance, makes Spock’s Beard “Live” DVD and Double-CD a very special release. Both the DVD and Double-CD feature the entire concert with 19 tracks, including the full version of their latest epic ‘As Far as the Mind Can See’ and fourteen additional tracks, which span the career of one of the most electrifying prog rock bands of today.
Release date: June 24th, 2008
Band
Nick D’Virgilio (Vocals, Drums, Guitar)
Dave Meros (Bass)
Alan Morse (Guitar)
Ryo Okumoto (Keyboards)
Guest musician:
Jimmy Keegan (Drums)
Track Listing DVD and Double-CD
1) Intro
2) On a Perfect Day
3) In the Mouth of Madness
4) Crack the Big Sky
5) The Slow Crash Landing Man
6) Return to Whatever
7) Surfing down the Avalanche
8) Thoughts (Part 2)
9) Drum Duel
10) Skeletons at the Feast
11) Walking on the Wind
12) Hereafter (Ryo Solo)
13-16) As Far as the Mind Can See (Pts 1-4)
17) Rearranged
18) The Water
19) Go the Way You Go
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Welcome JIM BOGIOS
Aquarian proudly welcomes Jim Bogios to the family! Jim is currently on tour with Counting Crows. He has an extensive list of artists that he has recorded or performed which include Counting Crows, Sheryl Crow, Dixie Chicks, Eagle-Eye Cherry and Ben Folds. You can visit Jim on his website at www.jimbogios.com
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The Big Three
AQUARIAN welcomes Mario Grillo and Tito Rodriguez Jr.(from left to right) to it's family of artists. Mario and Tito are members of the Big 3 Palladium Orchestra.
In the 1950's, America fell in love with the Mambo and the best place to hear this electrifying music was at the Palladium Ballroom in New York City. Sold-out crowds came to see the now legendary musical battles that took place between giants of the genre Machito, Tito Rodriguez and Tito Puente, otherwise known as "The Big 3". This musical era is recreated by the BIG 3 PALLADIUM ORCHESTRA, led by sons of the maestros and comprised of many musicians from the original bands.Machito Jr.(Mario Grillo), and Tito Rodriguez Jr.,both accomplished percussionist's,co-lead the orchestra. The Big 3 Palladium Orchestra made their debut at the Verizon Festival in New York City in 2001, and has since garnered continuous praise, "...the Big 3 Palladium Orchestra may rank as the most brilliant large Latin Jazz ensemble this side of Havana" (Chicago Tribune). Since their debut, The Big 3 Palladium Orchestra has performed for capacity crowds at the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia, The Concord Jazz Festival in San Francisco and the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles.
photo credit: Joyce Michel
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Congratulations Tracy!!
Aquarian extends its congratulations to Tracy Broussard who provides the groove for country artist Blake Shelton. The Hard Rock Cafe in Nashville has recently adorned their walls with a drumhead signed by Tracy and Blake Shelton. A plaque also accompanies the drumhead.
Way to go Tracy!!
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NEW SUPER-2 Heads
SUPER-2 DRUMHEADS
"A New Kind of Two Ply Head"
In the past, two ply heads had either attack with little or no depth or they had depth with little or no attack. SUPER-2 drumheads have great attack, a rich mid-range and a powerful bottom end and depth. SUPER-2 drumheads sound louder, fuller and more powerful than conventional two ply heads. The patented Safe-T-Loc hoop prevents the head from slipping and the "Sound Curve" collar design provides "Responsive Tuning". With Responsive Tuning, one small turn of the drum key and the SUPER-2 heads react. A free tuning sheet is enclosed with each SUPER-2 drumhead. Attack with bottom end, projection with power and "Responsive Tuning" are what SUPER-2's are all about.
Application: For any drummer looking for more tone, more power and projection for today's music.
*pictured are the clear SUPER-2's and the clear SUPER-2 with Studio-X ring. They are also available coated or clear with a Power Dot.
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New SuperThin Kick Pad
The Super-Thin™ kick pads are made from a thinner version of our Power-Dot™ material. The Super-Thin™ kick pads provide a more natural feel while providing increased durability and great resonance.
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New Aquarian Artists
Aquarian welcomes the following musicians to its artist roster.
Jonny Quinn
Snow Patrol
Mike Justain
Unearth
Jeremy Stacey
Sheryl Crow
Lemar Carter
Joss Stone
Eric Moore
Bobby Brown
Bryan Wakeland
The Polyphonic Spree
Chaun Horton
Macy Gray
Robert Perkins
Michael Buble
Dooder
Musiq Soulchild
Jim Bogios
Counting Crows
Richie Morales
Chad Butler
Switchfoot
Trey Landry
Hot Apple Pie
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AQUARIAN T'S!
No need to pinch yourself. Aquarian introduces it's new T-Shirt! The shirts are made of high quality material. They are only available in black, sizes Large and Extra Large. Click on "T-Shirts" to order yours today!!
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HATS!!!!
Yes, it is finally here! The long awaited, much anticipated, Aquarian Hat. This is a Flexfit® baseball style hat that is available in Black or Navy Blue.
Click on this link:
HATS
to order yours today!
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Roy's MD Fest Solo Clip
We've put up Roy's entire drum solo from the the 1997 Modern Drummer Festival. Visit our Home Page or Video Page to view the solo(requires Flash Player).
Enjoy!
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"Timetable"
Roy was going through some memorabilia at home and ran across a solo he performed in 1965. The staff at Aquarian heard it, thought it was pretty amazing and decided we should ask Roy if we could post it on our website. After being constantly hounded, he relented and said "OK". The solo is an excerpt from a tune called "Timetable"(follow the link and click "Audio File 1") which was debuted at the 19th annual Mid-West National Band Conference in Chicago. This tune was put on a souvenier album which was later given out to those who attended the conference. The clinic was sponsored by Rogers Drums. This solo is approximately 11 minutes long(Yes, it goes to 11) so be patient while downloading.
Enjoy!!!
JUST ADDED!
A recent Roy solo has surfaced from 1976. This solo was performed in New York as one of the stops for a Rogers Drum Clinic Tour. Follow the link and click "Audio File 2".
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