Practice Advice: Smile, Suck, Shred

Drummer Matt Greiner of August Burns Red joins The Kevin Powell Podcast to talk about two decades behind the kit, the Thrill Seeker re-recording, and what keeps the band pushing forward after 20+ years.
 
Matt dives deep into the band’s writing process, balancing creativity with deadlines, and how he’s evolved as a drummer since the early days in the barn. He also discusses his collaboration with Joey Sturgis on his drum plugin, shares details about Christmas Burns Red in Lancaster, and teases a brand-new project coming in 2026.