I have been following Modern Drummer since I was a young man just learning how to play the drums.

At one point in time, I owned just about every issue from 1979-1999. I kept them all in a trunk in my parents’ basement. I passed them on when I moved into my new place here in the Bronx recently. I gave them to a young drummer who wanted to read these gems. I still have a few key issues in my possession and love the fact that they are still putting out great content. 

There are a few things I’ve wanted to do in my career. 

1) Make a living from just playing drums – check! 

2) Be in Modern Drummer – check!

3) Play Madison Square Garden. 

I’m trying to get to #3 but if I don’t get there, I can live with myself – lol! 

Let me tell you, It’s truly an honor to finally be in this magazine. 

Shout out to Patricia Jones for making this happen and Gregg Tischman for the great photos!

Read the article here:https://www.moderndrummer.com/2019/05/clayton-craddock-of-broadways-aint-too-proud/