{"id":52979,"date":"2025-05-23T04:45:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-23T11:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/?p=52979"},"modified":"2025-05-23T08:29:28","modified_gmt":"2025-05-23T15:29:28","slug":"gear-breakdown-giulliana-merello-hears-police","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/gear-breakdown-giulliana-merello-hears-police\/","title":{"rendered":"Gear Breakdown: Giulliana Merello Hears The Police For The First Time"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cEvery Little Thing She Does Is Magic\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What happens when a Latin jazz fusion powerhouse hears Stewart Copeland\u2019s iconic grooves for the very first time?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Giulliana Merello, known for her explosive style and fearless creativity, took on a new challenge: react to and perform <strong>\u201cEvery Little Thing She Does Is Magic\u201d<\/strong> by The Police \u2014 a band that blends rock, reggae, and punk with precision and personality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the moment the piano hits and Sting\u2019s voice kicks in, Copeland\u2019s drumming takes a backseat&#8230; and then slams the gas. His accents and hi-hat work are nothing short of iconic. This track balances subtle syncopation with explosive choruses \u2014 perfect for someone like Giulliana to reinterpret with her unique voice behind the kit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zaArxXiNt8Q?si=od0zr9Jm92Owfd86\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p>In this gear breakdown, we go through the <a href=\"#kit\">Kit<\/a>, <a href=\"#kit\">Snare<\/a> and <a href=\"#cymbals\">Cymbals<\/a> that Giulliana uses during her Drumeo YouTube video to bring her flair to this iconic track. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kit\">Giulliana\u2019s Drum Kit &#8211; Gretsch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Giulliana performed on a stunning <strong>Gretsch BroadKaster<\/strong> in Blue Sparkle \u2014 a shell pack known for its warm, vintage-inspired tone and dynamic response. These drums feature a 3-ply maple\/poplar\/maple shell formula with internal reinforcement rings, delivering the controlled low-end thump and rounded attack that make Copeland\u2019s grooves feel alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Her tom configuration gives her flexibility to move melodically around the kit, with tight articulation on the 10\u201d and 12\u201d rack toms and a thunderous response from the 16\u201d floor tom. The 22\u201d kick drum provides the punchy low-end needed to anchor the groove without overpowering the mix \u2014 ideal for a track that\u2019s rhythmically complex yet melodically light on its feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>10\u201d x 8\u201d Tom<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>12\u201d x 8\u201d Tom<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>16\u201d x 16\u201d Floor Tom<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>22\u201d x 16\u201d Bass Drum<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/qzkA2n\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gretsch Broadkaster 4-Piece<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/gretsch_renown_maple_2016_studio_sop.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Snare &#8211; Gretsch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At the heart of the performance is Giulliana\u2019s <strong>14\u201d x 5\u201d snare drum<\/strong>, which serves as a dynamic voice in her interpretation of Copeland\u2019s classic part. The slightly shallower depth gives it a crisp, articulate attack \u2014 ideal for playing fast flams, delicate ghost notes, and tight backbeats with definition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This snare cuts through the mix without overwhelming it, offering just the right amount of bite and sensitivity to highlight the syncopated intricacies that define Stewart Copeland\u2019s style. Giulliana uses it with nuance, allowing space in the verses and adding energetic punctuation to the choruses \u2014 a tasteful balance of restraint and power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/55mA7n\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Gretsch 14&#8243; x 5&#8243; Snare<\/strong><\/a> <strong>(<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/gretsch_drums_14x05_snare_chrome_o_brass.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cymbals\">Zildjian Cymbals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To channel the spirit of Stewart Copeland while still bringing her own voice to the track, Giulliana assembled a versatile cymbal setup centered around the <strong>Zildjian K and FX lines<\/strong>. The blend of Constantinoples, K Sweets, and stacked FX cymbals gives her both musicality and controlled chaos \u2014 perfect for navigating the track\u2019s push-pull dynamics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Her hi-hats and ride provide the foundational articulation needed for Copeland\u2019s signature offbeat phrasing. Meanwhile, the crashes and FX stacks add splashes of color and unpredictability \u2014 enhancing her fills and punctuating transitions with style. The stacks, in particular, give her a controlled trashiness that brings raw energy without sacrificing musicality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/aOY5Wj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">16\u201d K Constantinople Crash<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_16_k_constantinople_crash.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/JKoJmQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">18\u201d K Sweet Crash<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_18_k_sweet_crash.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/Bnex29\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">8\u201d FX Trashformer<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_zxt_08_trashformer.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/OeonmA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">14\u201d K Session Hi-Hats<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_13714_kcustom_session_hihat.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/gOLDG5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10\u201d FX Trashformer<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_zxt_10_trashformer.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/strong> stacked over <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/zxXy4m\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10\u201d A Custom Splash<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_ac10.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/nXjNyx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">22\u201d K Light Ride<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_22_k_series_light_ride.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/OeonbA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">18\u201d K Constantinople Crash<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_18_k_constantinople_crash.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/18\u201d Oriental Trash\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">18\u201d Oriental Trash<\/a> (<a href=\"http:\/\/thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_oriental18.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/strong> stacked over <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/store\/detail\/A20818--zildjian-a-custom-efx-crash-cymbal-18-inch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">18\u201d A Custom EFX Crash<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_18_acustom_efx.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Verdict<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hearing Giulliana Merello reinterpret Stewart Copeland\u2019s work is like watching two musical worlds collide \u2014 and create something new. She doesn\u2019t just replicate the parts; she reimagines them. From polyrhythmic fills to explosive accents, Giulliana captures the spirit of the song while imprinting her signature sound on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you ever wondered what The Police would sound like with a Latin jazz firecracker at the helm \u2014 this is it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/22133912\/2024-05-28-Drumeo-Giulliana-Merello-Day-2-186-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52981\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/22133912\/2024-05-28-Drumeo-Giulliana-Merello-Day-2-186-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/22133912\/2024-05-28-Drumeo-Giulliana-Merello-Day-2-186-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/22133912\/2024-05-28-Drumeo-Giulliana-Merello-Day-2-186-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/22133912\/2024-05-28-Drumeo-Giulliana-Merello-Day-2-186-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/22133912\/2024-05-28-Drumeo-Giulliana-Merello-Day-2-186-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find everything mentioned in this Gear Breakdown at <a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/K02JqN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sweetwater<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomannmusic.com\/?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Thomann<\/a> if you are overseas. If this video lit a spark to start drumming (or sharpen your chops), take the next step and click the link to try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/trial?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_term=drumeo&amp;utm_campaign=niccollinsopeth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Drumeo, free for 7 Days.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*This article contains affiliate links, which means we might earn a small commission from the product seller if you make a purchase. For more info, check out our<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/privacy#affiliate-disclosure\"><em> privacy page.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cEvery Little Thing She Does Is Magic\u201d What happens when a Latin jazz fusion powerhouse hears Stewart Copeland\u2019s iconic grooves for the very first time? Giulliana Merello, known for her explosive style and fearless creativity, took on a new challenge: react to and perform \u201cEvery Little Thing She Does Is Magic\u201d by The Police \u2014 [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":174,"featured_media":52980,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[4019,4020],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-52979","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-drummers","category-gear"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/52979","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/174"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=52979"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/52979\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":53011,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/52979\/revisions\/53011"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/52980"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=52979"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=52979"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=52979"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}