Drum Workshop NewsroomAuthor - Rich Mangicaro2010 DW Dealer Factory Tour
"He (John Good) produced a gorgeous raw drum shell; an Exotic Private Reserve Exotic called Waterfall Bubinga. This particular specimen was made from an African log that was 800 years old and over 8 feet in diameter!"
Paiste Magazine 2011Author - Rich MangicaroArticles written: Cover story on Steve Jordan; Ndugu Chancler; Alex Gonzales; Dave Lombardo; John Douglas
"Everything Steve plays just feels good. He has that rare ability to play the groove of a song and it’s immediately recognizable. "
Modern DrummerMarch 2011Tony "Thunder" Smith FeatureAuthor - Rich Mangicaro
Tony "Thunder" Smith has held the drum chair with Lou Reed, one of the most important figures in rock 'n roll, longer than any other drummer has.
Edge MagazineJanuary 2011Narada Michael Walden FeatureAuthor - Rich Mangicaro
"A producer is like a boxing coach ... it's a psychological thing. You gotta know how to talk to somebody before you get into all the technical stuff ..."
Yael's "Love Project" ReviewVarious - WorldwideAuthor - Rich Mangicaro
"The Love Project will make you want to play. It'll inspire you to call your fellow musicians, get 'em all together and find out what happens. What's better than that?"
Drummer - UKFebruary 2010Abe Laboriel Cover StoryAuthor - Rich Mangicaro
"Jeff (Pocaro) came to me and said, 'Rich, meet Abe Laboriel's son, Abe Jr. He's gonna sit in and wait till you hear his samba!' "
Batteur Magazine (France) 2009Abe Laboriel Jr. - Cover StoryAuthor - Rich Mangicaro
"My father taught me practically everything I know but Jeff Porcaro taught me how to play with other musicians."
Edge Magazine 2009/2010Abe Laboriel Jr. - Cover StoryAuthor - Rich Mangicaro
"I was about 15 when Jeff (Porcaro) would call my Dad and ask if he could take me to some sessions."
Edge Magazine 2009/2010Jimmy Paxson FeatureAuthor - Rich Mangicaro
"I got an unexpected call from Alanis Morissette's tour manager asking me if I could leave for Venezuela -- immediately!"
Edge Magazine 2009/2010John Robinson FeatureAuthor - Rich Mangicaro
"John Robinson has played more hit recordings than just about anyone in the history of popular music."
Edge Magazine 2009/2010Danny Seraphine FeatureAuthor - Rich Mangicaro
"How many of us have played in cover bands...playing his parts...All of us!"
Paiste Magazine 2010Dick JonesAuthor - Rich Mangicaro
"As the drum tech for Mega-Rock's superstars AC/DC, you have to wonder what it's like?"
Paiste Magazine 2010Jim KeltnerAuthor - Rich Mangicaro
"It's a fact that Jim has paved the way for most of the drummers you hear today to be themselves ... to be individuals."
Paiste Magazine 2010Dave McAfeeAuthor - Rich Mangicaro
"Since 2000, he's been the drummer for the multi-platinum Country star Toby Keith."
Paiste Magazine 2010Nicko McBrainAuthor - Rich Mangicaro
"I get more nervous...in front of a bunch of drummers, than I do in front of a quarter of a million people!"
Paiste Magazine 2010Aquiles PriesterAuthor - Rich Mangicaro
"Since 2001, he's been voted Brazil's Best Heavy Metal drummer in virtually all the metal magazines and websites."
Paiste Magazine 2010Percussionist ProfilesAuthor - Rich Mangicaro
"Emil Richards ... has performed on over an astounding 2000 soundtracks!"
Drumhead Abe Laboriel Jr. CoverOctober 2009Author - Rich Mangicaro
"I remember getting the call from David, asking me, 'How do you feel about making the next Paul McCartney record?' I almost dropped the phone. The night before I met Paul, I didn't sleep much."
Modern Drummer DW Event ReviewJuly 2009Author - Rich Mangicaro
"...the four drummers and filmmakers Mickey Cevallos and Brian French participated in a spirited and often hilarious conversation about life, a collective love of music and dodging police while attempting to get the shot!"
Drumhead Mike Bordin Feature1st Quarter - 2009Author - Rich Mangicaro
"How many of us can say that we've played with our mentor? To grow up listening to someone, to be heavily influenced by them and then for that person to ultimately ask you to join their band!"
Modern Drummer FeatureAugust 2007Author - Rich Mangicaro
"Your business and social chops may be just as important as your playing chops -- if not more so. Music is a social business and how we relate to and respect each other, both on and off stage, is crucial."
Drumhead Curt Bisquera FeatureDecember 2007Author - Rich Mangicaro
"That's what we do - we drummers make people dance and Kirkee B is one of the best at doing just that."
Drumhead John Blackwell FeatureApril 2008Author - Rich Mangicaro
"Having a natural talent from a very young age, John was already way ahead of the game."
Rhythm Curt Bisquera FeatureJanuary 2008Author - Rich Mangicaro
"His time, groove and positive attitude are just a few of the reasons why Curt Bisquera is one of America's most sought after session drummers."
Percussive Notes FeatureDecember 2006Author - Rich Mangicaro
"If you are looking to obtain a salary through your endorsement, you would be better off practicing your foul shot instead of your drumming."
Sticks Magazine FeatureFebruary 2000Germany
Drum Club Magazine FeatureDecember 2000Italy
Cape Breton Post FeatureApril 2007Sydney, Nova Scotia
Bisquera Brothers reviewModern DrummerMarch 2006
Bisquera Brothers reviewDrums & PercussionJanuary 2006Germany
Bisquera Brothers CD reviewModern DrummerMarch 2006
Bisquera Brothers CD reviewMusic ETCMarch 2004Canada
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