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 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.

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.

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.

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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. 

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