Drum Doctors

Monday, February 04, 2008

Praise for the Drum Doctor

Ross,

My name is Matthew Blackmar and I'm writing on behalf of my band, The
Library, to thank you for your exceptional service during our session
yesterday at Bill Schnee Studios. The session was a tremendous success
thanks, in large part, to the '57 Gretsch Roundbadge sounding so
unbelievably great!

We can't wait to work with you again in the future!

Best,

Matthew Blackmar
c/o The Library
www.thelibrarymusic.com/epk.html

Ross,

I just wanted to say hello. I’ve been out of the biz since about 1990, 2 kids, ex wife, and I own a business.

I recently received some demos I recorded as an artist before I worked in Hollywood and they got my creative juices flowing.

I picked up a copy of Pro Tools and start playing with drum sounds.

Any chance you still have any of the samples you took at my sessions at Music Grinder laying around? Megadeth?

When we got things sounding good you would grab a sample before heading out to your next lucky client.

I will check out your CDs.

Congratulations on all your success. You were a big part of my success as a Producer. Your fees were a big part of my tiny budgets but worth every dime and more.

I really enjoyed working with you.

Cheers!

Randy Burns

posted by Drum on 12:12 PM

Friday, October 26, 2007

Ross just got done working with the Sex Pistols At The Roxy. Paul Cook used one of Ross's custom kits for the show. These drums were hand picked specificaly to get across that sexy punky Sex Pistols vibe.

Steve Cook hanging out back stage.

Check out Steve Jones's new sweat shirt!

Paul Cook, Johnny Rotten and Glen Matlock right before the curtian went up.

Bob Rock, Josh freese, Gavin Rosdale, and unknown female after the show.

posted by Drum on 12:22 PM

Tuesday, September 04, 2007

Praise for the Drum Doctor

Hey Ross,

I got a chance to record on the Ludwig kit over the weekend. I really never thought I'd hear this kit sound so good! I had really given up all hope. As soon as I hit the kick drum I had a big smile on my face - they sound amazing! Your custom snare drum is also a thing of beauty! I am blown away. Thank you so much for such a stellar job and thanks to the Drum Doctors staff for being nothing but cool!

I haven't had a chance to record with the Gretsch kit, but I wasn't worried about that one. I really thought the Ludwig was done for, but you have resurrected it and I was immediately impressed by how good it sounded under the microphones.

Thanks again!
Tom Brayton

Dear Ross,

I want to thank you for the personal service you provided last week for the drum rental. The Sonor kit was fabulous looking and sounded even better. The band played great and the party wentoff without a hitch. Thanks for being part of the reason!

Happy holidays!
Jim Vescera
Senior Vice president, On Air advertising
The NBC agency

Ross-
Just wanted to say thanks again for the great sounding kit and cymbals. Our gig at The Roxy went well, we sold-out the club and most of the night there was a line out the door and down the street of people waiting to get in. Here is our current CD. I sincerely hope I get to experience your services again in the future.
Best Wishes
Dale Baker
Sixpence None the Richer

posted by Drum on 10:11 AM

Monday, September 03, 2007

Platinum Records presented to Ross for his work.

"The Black Album" by Metallica

"Smash" by The Offspring

"Nevermind" by Nirvana

"Blood Sugar Sex Magik" by The Red Hot Chili Peppers

posted by Drum on 12:40 PM

A few friends and clients of Drum Doctors through the years...

Tony Williams

Jeff Porcaro

Mick Fleetwood

Lars Ulrich

posted by Drum on 11:43 AM

Rick Lapin of Albuquerque New Mexico recently sent Ross 3 toms to have the bearing edges re-cut "Butter style". Here's what he had to say about Ross's work.

Ross --

Magnificent!

They're alive!!!

I am once again in your debt.

Sincerest compliments and best wishes,

Rick Lapin

posted by Drum on 10:53 AM

Tuesday, August 28, 2007

Last week Ross was at the Record Plant hanging out and getting sounds for a new Maroon 5 project!!! We brought in a highly modified recording kit, the same one used for Maroon 5's sophomore album "It Won't be Soon Before Long" out now on A&M/Octone Records.

posted by Drum on 10:36 AM

Thursday, August 16, 2007

Ross has been in the studio with Grammy award winning Tejano super group Intocable at Henson studios in Hollywood.

posted by Drum on 1:18 PM

Friday, June 15, 2007

Dig this set we just acquired from Steve Ferrone. Steve is currently drumming for Tom Petty and the Heart Breakers and has played for such artists as Eric Clapton, Duran Duran, and Average White Band, to name a few. This set is a Pearl Prototype made especially for Steve. We have never heard a better set of Pearl drums. These are available now for renting.

posted by Drum on 1:34 PM

Friday, May 11, 2007

posted by Drum on 11:20 AM

Tuesday, May 01, 2007

Check out our new myspace profile at myspace.com/drumdoctors

posted by Drum on 8:13 AM

Friday, April 06, 2007

Ross Garfield and Mick Fleetwood at Sage & Sound Studios in Hollywood working on the John Lennon song "God" performed by Jack's Maniquin. The track will appear on Instant Karma, an all-star album. The cd has 20 john lennon covers including the title track by U2, "Working Class Hero" by Green Day, "Mother" by Christina Aguilara and "Power to the People" by Black Eyed Peas. Make sure you buy a copy of the CD as its for a good cause.

posted by Drum on 2:19 PM