05/15/05

CHRIS ADLER SELCTED AS BEST UP-AND-COMING DRUMMER IN MODERN DRUMMER'S READERS POLL

2005 has been a banner year for Mapex drummers. Not only have they performed in top international venues, but they have also gained recognition from meticulous audiences world wide. An outstanding example is Mapex endorser Chris Adler, who was just elected as the best up-and-coming drummer by readers of Modern Drummer magazine.

Chris Adler has been with the heavy metal band Lamb of God for more than ten years. Chris and the other band members have been friends for years and their strong relationship has helped in building the bands success. Chris also believes strongly in being himself, as a person and as a drummer. He maintains his original intuition in the dialogue of instruments created with his band mates.

Chris serves as a good example for other up-and-coming drummers and everyone at Mapex is elated that his musicianship has been acknowledge by the readers of Modern Drummer. Thanks to talented drummers like Chris Adler who provide invaluable feedback, helping Mapex produce state-of-the-art drums and drum equipment.