Chris Barnes
I'm MusicRadar's eCommerce Editor. In addition to testing the latest music gear, with a particular focus on electronic drums, it's my job to manage the 300+ buyer's guides on MusicRadar and help musicians find the right gear for them at the best prices. I dabble with guitar, but my main instrument is the drums, which I have been playing for 24 years. I've been a part of the music gear industry for 20 years, including 7 years as Editor of the UK's best-selling drum magazine Rhythm, and 5 years as a freelance music writer, during which time I worked with the world's biggest instrument brands including Roland, Boss, Laney and Natal.
Latest articles by Chris Barnes
Beat 2008 incoming
By Chris Barnes last updated
Beat 2008 is almost upon us, taking place at the Sheffield Carling
Travis Barker looking forward to playing drums again after crash
By Chris Barnes last updated
Subscribe to Rhythm today and get a Zildjian Stick Bag and a pair of Travis Barker Sticks!
By Chris Barnes last updated
Subscribe to Rhythm today and get a Zildjian Stick Bag and a pair of Travis Barker Sticks!
Kendrick Scott joining Herbie Hancock for European tour
By Chris Barnes last updated
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