The Pilot Issue of a Print Magazine by the Percussive Arts Society.

Introducing DRUMSET Magazine! The Percussive Arts Society has launched a new print magazine focused on drummers and the drumset art. Why? Here's an excerpt from their intro letter in the magazine:

"In an era dominated by digital media, you might wonder why we've decided to launch a print magazine in 2023. The answer is simple: our unwavering dedication to the art of drumming and our commitment to providing an exceptional experience. Amid the digital wave, we believe a beautifully crafted, tangible magazine can offer something uniquely meaningful. DRUMSET Magazine is supported by the rich legacy of the Percussive Arts Society (PAS), an organization with a deep depth of knowledge, historical context, and unwavering stability. In a rapidly evolving landscape, we aim to be your steady drumming anchor in the ever-transforming world of drumming.
"Our vision for DRUMSET Magazine is clear: to become your ultimate print resource. Inside these pages, you'll find comprehensive articles, exclusive interviews with top drummers, enlightening tutorials, and captivating historical content. We cover the full spectrum of drumming styles and genres, ensuring DRUMSET Magazine speaks to drummers of all backgrounds and skill levels."

This first pilot issue features the Pocket Queen, Obed Calvaire (Wynton Marsalis), Connor Denis (Beartooth), a classic interview with jazz legend Max Roach, a lesson on transcription, vintage Gladstone drums, how to tune a snare, and more.

Features

• 45-page print mag
• Interviews with top contemporary drummers
• Classic Max Roach interview
• How to tune a snare

About PAS

The Percussive Arts Society (PAS) is a non-profit organization for percussionists and educators. It was founded in 1961 and has over 5,000 members in 40 American chapters, with another 28 chapters abroad. It is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Since 1976, the organization hosts the annual Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC), which is the largest convention for drummers and percussionists in the world.

The First Issue of 2024 of the Percussive Arts Society Print Magazine

Introducing DRUMSET Magazine! The Percussive Arts Society has launched a new print magazine focused on drummers and the drumset art. Why? Here's an excerpt from their intro letter in the pilot issue (#0):

"In an era dominated by digital media, you might wonder why we've decided to launch a print magazine in 2023. The answer is simple: our unwavering dedication to the art of drumming and our commitment to providing an exceptional experience. Amid the digital wave, we believe a beautifully crafted, tangible magazine can offer something uniquely meaningful. DRUMSET Magazine is supported by the rich legacy of the Percussive Arts Society (PAS), an organization with a deep depth of knowledge, historical context, and unwavering stability. In a rapidly evolving landscape, we aim to be your steady drumming anchor in the ever-transforming world of drumming.

"Our vision for DRUMSET Magazine is clear: to become your ultimate print resource. Inside these pages, you'll find comprehensive articles, exclusive interviews with top drummers, enlightening tutorials, and captivating historical content. We cover the full spectrum of drumming styles and genres, ensuring DRUMSET Magazine speaks to drummers of all backgrounds and skill levels."

This first issue of 2024 features the Jamison Ross (Snarky Puppy), Madden Klass (Boygenius), Chris Turner (Oceans Ate Alaska), a tribute to R&B great Aaron Spears, a bio and transcription article on bebop forefather Sid Catlett, a step-by-step guide on how to tune toms, vintage WFL Victorious drums, and more.

Features

• High-quality print magazine
• Interviews with top contemporary drummers
• Classic Big Sid Catlett bio and transcriptions
• How to tune toms

About PAS

The Percussive Arts Society (PAS) is a non-profit organization for percussionists and educators. It was founded in 1961 and has over 5,000 members in 40 American chapters, with another 28 chapters abroad. It is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Since 1976, the organization hosts the annual Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC), which is the largest convention for drummers and percussionists in the world.

The Spring/Summmer 2024 Issue of 2024 of the Percussive Arts Society's Print Magazine

Introducing DRUMSET Magazine! The Percussive Arts Society has launched a new print magazine focused on drummers and the drumset art. Why? Here's an excerpt from their intro letter in the pilot issue (#0):

"In an era dominated by digital media, you might wonder why we've decided to launch a print magazine in 2023. The answer is simple: our unwavering dedication to the art of drumming and our commitment to providing an exceptional experience. Amid the digital wave, we believe a beautifully crafted, tangible magazine can offer something uniquely meaningful. DRUMSET Magazine is supported by the rich legacy of the Percussive Arts Society (PAS), an organization with a deep depth of knowledge, historical context, and unwavering stability. In a rapidly evolving landscape, we aim to be your steady drumming anchor in the ever-transforming world of drumming.

"Our vision for DRUMSET Magazine is clear: to become your ultimate print resource. Inside these pages, you'll find comprehensive articles, exclusive interviews with top drummers, enlightening tutorials, and captivating historical content. We cover the full spectrum of drumming styles and genres, ensuring DRUMSET Magazine speaks to drummers of all backgrounds and skill levels."

This Spring/Summer issue of 2024 features Nic Collins (Genesis, Mike and the Mechanics), Roni Kaspi (Avishai Cohen Trio), Q Robinson (Hamilton Philip Tour), a retrospective on jazz legend Cozy Cole, a step-by-step guide on how to tune bass drums, and more.

Features:

• High-quality print magazine
• Interviews with top contemporary drummers
• Classic Cozy Cole bio and drumset
• How to tune bass drums

About PAS

The Percussive Arts Society (PAS) is a non-profit organization for percussionists and educators. It was founded in 1961 and has over 5,000 members in 40 American chapters, with another 28 chapters abroad. It is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Since 1976, the organization hosts the annual Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC), which is the largest convention for drummers and percussionists in the world.

The Fall/Winter 2024 Issue of the Percussive Arts Society's Print Magazine

The Fall/Winter issue of the Percussive Arts Society's print publication DRUMSET Magazine features modern jazz great Gregory Hutchinson on the cover. Also in this PASIC preview issue is Broadway drummer Elena Bonomo of the award-winning show SIX and modern country touring drummer Jake Sommers, who talks candidly about the very-un-candid seat behind country star Luke Combs. The magazine also includes a reprint of jazz/pop/fusion legend Peter ErskineÕs first PAS on teaching drumset, plus a career retrospective of big band and swing great Louie Bellson.

Features:

• • High-quality print magazine
  • Interviews with top contemporary drummers
  • Historic Louie Bellson bio and gear discussion
  • PASIC 2024 preview

About PAS

The Percussive Arts Society (PAS) is a non-profit organization for percussionists and educators. It was founded in 1961 and has over 5,000 members in 40 American chapters, with another 28 chapters abroad. It is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Since 1976, the organization hosts the annual Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC), which is the largest convention for drummers and percussionists in the world.

The Winter 2025 Issue of the Percussive Arts Society's Print Magazine

The Winter 2025 issue of the Percussive Arts Society's print publication DRUMSET Magazine features composer and modern jazz great Antonio Sanchez on the cover. Also in this issue is Shakira's drummer Brendan Buckley and Chappell Roah's Lucy Ritter. The magazine also includes a photo essay of PASIC and a career retrospective of superstar swing drummer Gene Krupa and a close-up look at one of his Slingerland drumsets currently warehoused at the PAS museum.

Features:

• High-quality print magazine
• Interviews with top contemporary drummers
• Historic Gene Krupa bio and gear discussion
• PASIC 2024 photo essay

About PAS

The Percussive Arts Society (PAS) is a non-profit organization for percussionists and educators. It was founded in 1961 and has over 5,000 members in 40 American chapters, with another 28 chapters abroad. It is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Since 1976, the organization hosts the annual Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC), which is the largest convention for drummers and percussionists in the world.

The Spring 2025 Issue of the Percussive Arts Society's Print Magazine

The Spring 2025 issue of the Percussive Arts Society's print publication DRUMSET Magazine features pop/fusion drummer J-Rod Sullivan, who's currently touring with Janet Jackson. Also in this issue is Blackberry Smoke's drummer Kent Aberle and Broadway drummer/composer/orchestrator Bryan Carter. The magazine also includes a photo essay of the Las Vegas Drum Show, a rig rundown with Thursday's Tucker Rule, and a career retrospective of jazz legend Jo Jones.

Features

• High-quality print magazine
• Interviews with top contemporary drummers
• Historic Jo Jones bio
• New gear announcements

About PAS

The Percussive Arts Society (PAS) is a non-profit organization for percussionists and educators. It was founded in 1961 and has over 5,000 members in 40 American chapters, with another 28 chapters abroad. It is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Since 1976, the organization hosts the annual Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC), which is the largest convention for drummers and percussionists in the world.

The Summer 2025 Issue of the Percussive Arts Society's Print Magazine

The Summer 2025 issue of the Percussive Arts Society's print publication DRUMSET Magazine features percussive shapeshifter Gil Sharone, whose career spans genres and gigs from Marilyn Manson to Hollywood soundtracks. Also included is Death Cab for Cutie's Jason McGerr, who embodies today's multifaceted musician. Jas Kayser talks touring with Lenny Kravitz and what comes next. There's also an in-depth package on Tony Williams (with transcription).

Features

• High-quality print magazine
• Interviews with top contemporary drummers
• Historic Tony Williams interview and transcription
• New gear announcements

About PAS

The Percussive Arts Society (PAS) is a non-profit organization for percussionists and educators. It was founded in 1961 and has over 5,000 members in 40 American chapters, with another 28 chapters abroad. It is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Since 1976, the organization hosts the annual Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC), which is the largest convention for drummers and percussionists in the world.

The Fall 2025 Issue of the Percussive Arts Society's Print Magazine

The Fall 2025 issue of the Percussive Arts Society's print publication DRUMSET Magazine features the super-versatile Nikki Glaspie on the cover, whose career spans genres and gigs from Beyonce to Snarky Puppy. Also included is John Legend's Rashid Williams and top UK touring/session drummer Ash Soan. There's also a new bio and archive interview with modern jazz giant Roy Haynes.

Features

• High-quality print magazine
• Interviews with top contemporary drummers
• Historic Roy Haynes interview
• New gear announcements

About PAS

The Percussive Arts Society (PAS) is a non-profit organization for percussionists and educators. It was founded in 1961 and has over 5,000 members in 40 American chapters, with another 28 chapters abroad. It is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Since 1976, the organization hosts the annual Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC), which is the largest convention for drummers and percussionists in the world.

The Spring 2026 Issue of the Percussive Arts Society's Print Magazine

The Spring 2026 issue of DRUMSET Magazine by the Percussive Arts Society features 2026 Grammy-winning artist and producer Nate Smith on the cover. Inside, you'll find features on top Nashville session drummer and Friendship Commanders co-leader Jerry Roe and pop-punk firebrand Jess Bowen of The Summer Set. The issue also includes a biography and transcription of the unstoppable hard-bop pioneer Art Blakey.

Features

• High-quality print magazine
• Interviews with top contemporary drummers
• Historic Art Blakey biography and transcription
• New gear announcements

About PAS

The Percussive Arts Society (PAS) is a non-profit organization for percussionists and educators. It was founded in 1961 and has more than 5,000 members in 40 American chapters, with another 28 chapters abroad. It is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Since 1976, the organization has hosted the annual Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC), which is the largest convention for drummers and percussionists in the world.