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Benny Greb - The Quick Sand Talk

Meinl Radio

Release Date: 01/08/2025

Bryce Butler & Navene Koperweis show art Bryce Butler & Navene Koperweis

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Meinl artists Bryce Butler and Navene Koperweis sit down for a conversation following a 2-day video shoot. They discuss topics like Bryce quitting his job to pursue drumming full time, being in 13 bands simultaneously in an attempt to make ends meet, embracing imperfection, and manifesting lifelong goals.

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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.

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Calvin Rodgers & Cedric Moore show art Calvin Rodgers & Cedric Moore

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Meinl artists Calvin Rodgers and Cedric Moore sit down for an interview during a video shoot.

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Amir Bresler show art Amir Bresler

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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.  

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Jerry Roe & Navene Koperweis show art Jerry Roe & Navene Koperweis

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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. 

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Wolfgang Haffner show art Wolfgang Haffner

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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.

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Jürgen 'Ventor' Reil show art Jürgen 'Ventor' Reil

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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.

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El Estepario Siberiano show art El Estepario Siberiano

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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/

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Benny Greb - The Quick Sand Talk show art Benny Greb - The Quick Sand Talk

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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. 

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Yoni Madar show art Yoni Madar

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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.

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