In this episode of Meinl Radio, we sit down with Meinl artists Navene Koperweis and Matt Halpern after wrapping up a two-day recording session. Matt and Navene discuss their intertwined history through topics like being on early tours together, band transitions, the pressures of recording, navigating the world of online criticism, and the importance of authenticity in a society obsessed with perfection.
Meinl artists Calvin Rodgers and Cedric Moore sit down for an interview during a video shoot.
After wrapping up a recording session with his jazz trio for a Meinl video shoot, we sit down with Meinl Cymbals and Meinl Stick & Brush artist Amir Bresler for another episode of Meinl Radio. In this conversation, Amir shares why he aspires to be the world's quietest drummer, how playing other instruments enhances his drumming, his unique approach to internal dynamics, and much more. Tune in for a deep dive into his musical philosophy and creative process. https://www.instagram.com/amir.bre...
Meinl Cymbals artists Jerry Roe & Navene Koperweis sit down for a conversation after finishing up a full day of tracking drums for a Meinl video session.
Today's Meinl Radio guest is world-renowned jazz drummer and composer Wolfgang Haffner, a Meinl Cymbals artist since 2007. Having toured globally as a sideman and with his own band, he has released numerous albums and curates jazz festival lineups across Europe. We talk about his early influences, cymbals, sound, time, musical communication, lessons learned, and more. https://wolfganghaffner.com/ https://www.instagram.com/wolfgang_haffner_official/...
On today's Meinl Radio Podcast, we welcome Meinl Cymbals and Meinl Stick & Brush artist Jorge Garrido, better known as El Estepario Siberiano. In this episode, we chat about Estepario's humble beginnings as a self-taught drummer, the ins and outs of social media, workout routines, and much more. https://www.instagram.com/elestepariosiberiano/
Our guest on today's Meinl Radio podcast is Meinl Cymbals artist Jürgen Reil. Jürgen, better known as Ventor, is a founding member of the legendary thrash metal band Kreator. During the 80s, Kreator released some of the most influential thrash albums ever recorded, for example, "Endless Pain", "Pleasure to Kill", and "Terrible Certainty". We chat about the early days of Kreator, touring with Voivod, and the time they spent working with Noise Records.
In this episode, we take an in-depth look at the creation of Benny Greb's new signature Quick Sand Ride and Quick Sand Hats. Join us as we explore the journey from the initial spark of an idea to the final instrument, offering insights into Meinl's cymbal R&D process along the way.
Yoni Madar is a highly acclaimed drummer and educator, renowned for his exceptional skill and creativity behind the kit. He has developed a unique "simple is not simple" style in his playing—seemingly straightforward at first glance, yet revealing remarkable depth and complexity.
Our latest guest on Meinl Radio is Meinl artist Jharis Yokley. Jharis talks about going to Berklee College of Music, moving from St. Louis to New York to pursue a full-time career as a musician, releasing his first solo album, and much more.
On this episode, we're joined by Meinl artist Madden Klass. Madden is a busy touring and recording drummer who has most recently been on tour with the American indie/folk rock supergroup boygenius. Madden talks about getting her professional start while attending Berklee college of music, using Instagram as a professional tool for getting gigs, moving across the country to LA, and much more.
Hear our chat with Meinl Cymbals artist and drummer for Five Finger Death Punch, Charlie Engen. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2yx2bB6 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2V9LSFD
Our latest guest on Meinl Radio is Meinl Cymbals artist and drummer for Lorna Shore Austin Archey. We speak with Austin shortly after his trip to Nashville to film video content for the Meinl Cymbals YouTube channel, and dive into discussion about gear, touring, his upbringing in a metalhead family, and much more. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2yx2bB6 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2V9LSFD
Our guest this month is Meinl Cymbals artist Shawn Crowder. Shawn is well known for his work in the electro-jazz/EDM group Sungazer, as well as his drum-centric YouTube channel. We talk with Shawn about his unique style of drumming, his approach to creating educational content for drummers whilst being a touring drummer, working with Mike Mangini from Dream Theater on a new book, and much more.
Our guest this month on the Meinl Radio Podcast is Meinl Cymbals artist Gabe Helguera. Gabe is best known as the owner and operator of Drum Beats Online - an internet drum education platform, as well as being the drummer for Grammy nominated band I Prevail. We chat with Gabe about how he juggles both of these jobs, regaining an interest in skateboarding, a story about his first experience talking to Meinl, and much more. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2yx2bB6 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/...
Our guest for the 50th episode of Meinl Radio is TJ Hartmann. TJ is well-known for his high quality, self-produced online drum content. We talk about topics like his process for creating, writing music for Meinl Cymbals demo videos, his early years of involvement with WGI and DCI groups, and much more.
We sit down with drummer for Poppy and Meinl Cymbals artist Ralph Alexander to talk about his career thus far, valuable lessons learned in his studies at the Musicians Institute, combining influence with personal style, being the drum tech for The Strokes, and plenty more. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2yx2bB6 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2V9LSFD
Our latest guest on Meinl Radio is Meinl artist Nathan Bulla. Nathan is best known for his work with Canadian prog-rock outfits Intervals, as well as Auras. We chat with Nathan on a number of topics like his earliest influences, and starting his career as a working drummer—to how he’s built up a process for recording at home. Stay tuned for a new series of videos on the Meinl Cymbals and Meinl Stick and Brush YouTube channels very soon. Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2yx2bB6 Spotify: https://s...
Our latest guest on Meinl Radio is in-demand Nashville session drummer and Meinl Cymbals artist John Hammond. John has built a long and successful career on both road and studio work, estimating that he’s played on somewhere between 40-50,000 songs. His credits include names like Amy Grant, Vince Gill, Jewell, Barry Manilow, and many, many more. We sat down with John for a lengthy conversation about his career, a little bit of gear talk, and more. Stream the Meinl Radio Podcast on any of the fol...
Our latest guest on the Meinl Radio Podcast is Meinl Cymbals artist Brooke Colucci. Brooke is known for her metal and rock-centric drum videos featured on YouTube and Instagram, which in total have reached a view count of over 37 million. We talk about her early influences, the process for writing and recording music for her band Plush, and more. Stream/download Meinl Radio on any of these platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2yx2bB6 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2V9LSFD Stitcher: http://bit....
Our guest this month on Meinl Radio is Meinl Cymbals artist Greyson Nekrutman. Greyson is known for his high octane jazz drumming and pinpoint accuracy for replicating performances by numerous jazz legends. We sit down with Greyson to talk about practice, his unique photographic memory, what it's like to be a rising young talent in an established scene, and much more. Stream/download our conversation with Greyson on any of these platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2yx2bB6 Spotify: https:...
Our latest guest on the Meinl Radio Podcast is Meinl Cymbals artist Rodney Holmes. Rodney is world-renowned for both his studio and live work with Santana, Steve Lukather, and the Brecker brothers - to name a few. Stream/download our conversation with Rodney on any of these platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2yx2bB6 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2V9LSFD Stitcher: http://bit.ly/2UfJNYu...
Meinl Cymbals artist Forrest Rice joins the show this month on the Meinl Radio Podcast. Forrest is well-known for his work in the California math rock group Covet. Hear him chat about everything from early to current influences, the approach to writing music for his project WØLFY, rediscovering his love for skateboarding, and much more. Stream/listen to Meinl Radio on any of the following platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2yx2bB6 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2V9LSFD Stitcher: http://bit.l...
Meinl Cymbals artist Jordan Perlson joins Meinl Radio to chat about studying with drumming legend Joe Morello at a young age, getting to play with artists like Adrian Belew, Becca Stevens, and Jeff Coffin, his work with "distance drum coaching," and much more. Stream/listen to Meinl Radio on any of the following platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2yx2bB6 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2V9LSFD Stitcher: http://bit.ly/2UfJNYu...
Meinl Cymbals artist JP Bouvet sits down to chat life and drums. We discuss the redevelopment of his drum education website, returning to school for new studies, touring with Generation Axe, and much more. Stream or download Meinl Radio on any of the following platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2yx2bB6 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2V9LSFD Stitcher: http://bit.ly/2UfJNYu...
Our latest guest on the Meinl Radio Podcast is Austrian drummer Kerim Lechner (Krimh). Kerim is best known as the drummer for Polish death metal heavyweights Decapitated. Kerim recently traveled to Meinl HQ in Germany to film video content, and sat down to chat about his work with Greek metal band Septicflesh, recording with two kick drums, how he’s stayed productive without shows, tour stories, and much more. Stream Meinl Radio on any of the following platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co...
Chris Brewer sits down for a chat with Meinl Cymbals artist and drum educator Juan Carlito Mendoza. Juan is well-known for winning the 2012 Guitar Center Drum Off. We discuss topics like his career as a music teacher, early influences, the importance of reading, content production, and more. Stream Meinl Radio on any of the following platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2yx2bB6 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2V9LSFD Stitcher: http://bit.ly/2UfJNYu...
Our latest guest on Meinl Radio is Eman Cervantes. We sit down with Eman to discuss his gig touring with Andy Grammer, growing up playing drums in church, picking the right gear for the studio, and much more.
Our latest guest on the Meinl Radio Podcast is Meinl Cymbals artist Alex Rudinger. Rudi discusses how he’s spent his time in a world without shows and tours, the physical need to practice, drumming for Whitechapel, and more. Stream Meinl Radio on any of the following platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2yx2bB6 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2V9LSFD Stitcher: http://bit.ly/2UfJNYu...
Our guest this week on the Meinl Radio Podcast is Meinl Cymbals artist Aaron Stechauner. Aaron has made a name for himself in the metal scene playing and touring with bands like The Faceless, Rings of Saturn, and his most current project Interloper. We talk with Aaron about touring and teaching, the concept of “heaviness” in music, his approach to the technical side of his playing, and more. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2yx2bB6 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2V9LSFD Stitcher: http://bit.l...
