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Mike Dawson

A drummer, educator, and podcast host known for his work in drum media and performance.

About Mike Dawson

Josh Brickey has been deeply involved in the marching arts since he was 14, performing with Carolina Crown, The Bluecoats, Rhythm X, and more. He currently serves as the Battery Arranger and Percussion Caption Head for The Cavaliers, and has worked with Rhythm X every season since 2007. As an educator and arranger, he has contributed to top ensembles across DCI, WGI, and high school programs nationwide. Through Plus 1 Designs, he publishes battery exercises, etudes, and custom shows. Josh proudly partners with Innovative Percussion, Zildjian Cymbals, Pearl/Adams, and EVANS Drumheads.

“You can't beat the G1 Coated drumhead on any snare, tom, or bass drum. It's the gold standard, in terms of tone, consistency, sensitivity, and versatility. That said, I also love experimenting with new sounds, like the Strata 1000, Onyx, Calftone, and my new favorite model for big, punchy rock tones: the UV2.”