R.I.P. KYLE CHIRGWIN OF WOMR 92.1 FM PROVINCETOWN.....

Kyle Chirgwin recently passed away in his home on Cape Cod. He will be missed by many.... 

Kyle was the host of Side B Deeper Cuts on WOMR 92.1 FM in Provincetown, and was a very important figure in the international community of fans of British rock legends UFO. He had a great personal friendship with members of the band, and their music was regularly featured on his program for years. Elizabeth and him were friends for many years, and she was a frequent guest on his show with her extensive knowledge and history with the band. We visited Kyle with fans from around the US, and it was an incredibly fun time.

In addition to his duties as a DJ, Kyle was also a very successful business owner in the towing industry on Cape Cod, an author of two children's books, a great husband to his departed wife Lisa, an animal advocate, a drummer, and just was an all-around great guy. 

It was great to know you Kyle...You were one of the good guys. R.I.P......

Cape Cod UFO get together....

Kyle and his wife Lisa.....

Balto Chirgwin

Jake Chirgwin

 

MIKE TRAMP OF WHITE LION-PRIVATE EVENT-THANK YOU MARK VIERS-BEIER 1.5 STEEL--6.5 X 14 FROM THE FRANKIE BANALI COLLECTION.....

Continuing my recap of 2025....Yet another incredible event was receiving an invitation from Mark Viers for a private event with Mike Tramp of White Lion. 

Sending out a huge Thank You to Mark for the invitation. It really meant a lot to me...I am a life-long fan of White Lion, and Mike's solo work. It was an incredible evening, and I will never forget it. Your events, like the previous one with Janet Gardner of Vixen, are so well planned and organized, it is really special to be there. 

Mark also owns Frankie Banali's 1.5 Steel--6.5 x 14 that he used live with Quiet Riot, and in the studio. I could not be happier that that drum resides with you my friend. Looking forward to seeing you soon....And Congratulations to you & Lynn on your engagement...!

Used with permission from WCE Creations-Thank You!

https://miketrampofficial.com/

 

SETH RAUSCH LIVE-BROTHERHOOD OF ROCK TOUR WITH DON FELDER-BEIER 1.5 STEEL--4 X 15....TODD SUCHERMAN LIVE WITH STYX.......

Yet another highlight of 2025 was an incredible evening on the Brotherhood Of Rock Tour in Chicago. It truly was a magical evening, and it was a complete thrill to be there. 

Seth Rausch had a 1.5 Steel--4 x 15 out for the tour. That was the one that Don Felder picked up from here after hearing Seth's which he has used many times live with Don. Seth also used his 1.5 Steel--4 x 15 extensively with Keith Urban. He also introduced the drum to all-time great guy/incredible drummer, Gregg Lohman of Easton Corbin when on tour. 

Thank You Seth for everything over the years. The set and this band was surreal. It was so great to see you....And will look forward to seeing you very soon. And Thank You Again Don!

I have known Todd for many years now, and to once again see him live is as amazing as it always has been. Styx is, quite literally, stunning live...Always. The songs from the new record are true to form for Styx, and they went over huge with the crowd of course. 

I don't know how to say Thank You loud enough to you my friend...I'll just keep saying it like I have for years. It is hard to believe it has been so long since we have sat down for a catch up. Thank You Again for everything over all of these years. If I had not met you years ago, I highly doubt I would ended up making snare drums. You were the inspiration. See you sooner than later my friend....

Through the years with Seth.....

Through the years with Todd.....

https://sethrausch.com/

https://www.toddsucherman.com/

https://www.donfelder.com/

https://styxworld.com/

 

HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM BEIER DRUMS......!

 

PETER RESLINSKI-BEIER 1.5 STEEL--5.5 x 12, 5.5 x 14, 4.75 X 15, 7.5 x 15-TODD SUCHERMAN MASTERCLASS-CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR EBENOR SNARE DRUM......

Long time Canadian pal, Peter Reslinski (Bill Durst, Parallel 49) recently attended a Masterclass by one of the most Legendary drummers...Ever....Todd Sucherman. It has been some time since I have attended one of Todd's clinics, and have never been able to make it to a Masterclass. It is a live & personal event every drummer should experience. It is simply surreal. 

I wanted to send out a Thank You to you Peter for wearing your Beier Drums hoodie, and for everything over the years...Live, and in the studio with your Beier Drums. You were one of the first players years ago to have a 1.5 Steel--7.5 x 15. I also wanted to tell you Congratulations! on winning the Ebenor Percussion snare drum. It is simply amazing, and those guys are producing some world class instruments. Cannot wait to hear a clip from you with it live.

Best Of Best to you my friend & Todd in 2026..... 

In Tribute & Loving Memory-Maxwell Reslinski

https://www.ebenorpercussion.com/ 

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM BEIER DRUMS....!

WILLIAM DILLA-BEIER 1.5 STEEL--5.5 x 12, 4 X 15, 5.5 X 15-TODD SUCHERMAN MASTERCLASS.....

I recently heard from a long time player and friend...William Dilla. It was so great to hear from him. While I talk to drummers almost daily still, my time on social media is very limited. It was awesome to have a catch up.

William currently has a 1.5 Steel--4 x 15, 5.5 x 15, & 5.5 x 12. His Gloss White 1.5 Steel--5.5 x 15 is one of a handful out there as well. He recently attended a Masterclass by The Master...Todd Sucherman. Todd as well has a Gloss White 1.5 Steel--5.5 x 15. I really wish I could have attended this. Thank You William for wearing your Beier Drums Hoodie, and Thank You for all of the years of support and friendship. 

You and your beautiful family have a Merry Christmas......

"Wow! 9 years ago, and still one of the best snare drums I own...."

William Dilla-Beier 1.5 Steel--5.5 x 12