We proudly welcome Will Calhoun to our family of artists. Watch Will unbox and demo his new USA Custom kit. Welcome Mr. Calhoun, we’re honored to have you with us.
Those are some of the best sounding drums I have ever heard. On top of that Will is a fantastic player. More importantly he is an amazing person. Met him and he is one of the nicest people I have ever met, his soul is genuine. You picked a great spokesperson Gretsch!
Beautiful! You were a hero of mine when I was first playing in middle school. Sat 5 feet from you when you were playing at Small’s back in ‘96 or ‘97. Love you, man!
One hell of a great sound , wonderful set of tubs in TW yellow , this guy does them more than justice . Great drummer , great drums , I am sure Tony would certainly approve.
This guy ALWAYS blew me away with his precision and the power in his playing. You FELT his playing, you knew there was somebody behind the kit who could play when you listened to anything Will Calhoun played on. Killer kit, stunning drummer/musician.
It was a real privilege having Will Calhoun as an instructor on the Drum Fantasy Camp 2017. He's a gifted musician, a very approachable dude, a great teacher, plus he performed the most intense solo I have ever seen at the closing concert. It's always a pleasure to see and hear him.
Will Rocks! I remember seeing him play at a Zildjian Day in Scotland in early 90's with Vinnie and Tony Williams. Will blew my mind that day! Those drums look fantastic! Congrats! 🤘🥁🤘DC
Gretsch sounds great on you Will! Suits you a lot better than the the other brand. A well deserved upgrade that was long overdue! You are a classic and now your playing a classic!
So as he was unboxing it I thought, "Oh cool - his kit comes in two different sizes!" and then he set ALL of it up at once! The stuff he's doing with two different sized kicks is super cool.
I listened to so much Living Colour back in the day -- still love the band and Will's playing was/is an enormous part of their sound. He's still got it too!
I met Will in the fall of 87 when their album just came out and they were playing in Connecticut I believe it was at a college in New Britain. Anyway we got to hang out with them all day have dinner with them and I got a lot of great photos with them and they were all super nice guys. I always remember being blown away by Will and his drumming he's only a couple years older than I am, but I look at him like an older brother from another mother, love him and Living Colour
Will , WHAT A POWERHOUSE !!!! Those Drums sound amazing .... Huge fan of Gretsch. I ALWAYS wanted ( still Do ) the Black Phil Collins kit !!!! Congratulations Will you are in amazing company at Gretsch and well deserved.
Love Will Calhoun. First time I ever heard him was on Living Colour’s album VIVID. The whole band are top-tier musicians, but all that I was able to hear on VIVID and Time’s up were him and Muzz Skillings. Those two were pure magic together.
Followed this man since late 80s. Saw him at Modern Drummer festival. Awesome player and human being. Those drums are a work of art.. for a true artist who makes this world a better place.
This guy is one of the most underrated drummers of all time. He’s way better than others who might get more Recognition than he does…… something tells me he doesn’t give a crap
to me gretsch is the absolute best out and their roster got even better. notice how good that tom sounded right out of the box with the flick of a finger
One simple truth , , , They hired the right drummer. Listen to this man articulate his talent as he takes gretschdrumsusa to the "Next Level". (I had to listen/enjoy it TWICE!) T.F.
Saw him in a small clinic in Coral Springs back in ‘94, more talking than playing, explained techniques, rudiments timings and everything to improve your skill.... besides, he’s one of the Glamour Boys...!!!
Life is good Calhoun's with gretsch.! Got that big nasty Billy Cobham's sound to the drums. A beautiful combination! It's even got a Alex Van Halen look to it and sound. Especially those concert Tom's like from Van Halen 2. He is always been an enigma to me on the drums it's why I have always had such a an admiration for him. And his style! feels like Combination between Alex Van Halen and Billy Cobham. I've always felt that.
I was 17 when Vivid came out. As a new drummer, Wil, Neil, Alex VH, Stewart, and Ritchie (Hayward, Little Feat) defined my playing. Met Wil in the drum department of Sam Ash on 48th street in '93. Such a nice guy, he rocked out on an ekit and I got a front row seat, although I was standing behind him. 🙂
Calhoun with his beautiful gretsch kit. Lifes good. Hes always reminding me of a cross between Dennis chambers and Alex Van Halen. This is a beautiful marriage man & his drum
Well, here's one positive thing that happened in 2020!
Great drums very nice sound... Perfect. I play congas, I know the feeling. Praise God!
Will is always a positive, no matter the year.
I LOVE that, when he says " a box within a box, life is beautiful."
He appreciates the protective packaging like I do.
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Whether it's Gretsch, or Momma's pots, pans, and dishes...Mr. Will is gonna sound great!!!
Love the old school sizes, really deep shells
He sounds better than ever. Nice get, Gretsch! Congrats, Mr. Calhoun! Keeping the TW Yellow tradition alive!
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That drumset is a work of art and Will is totally deserving of it. Love me some Will Calhoun.
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Whoever did the ASMR sound design on the box opening deserves a raise
One of my all-time favorite drummers. I got to meet him once after a show and shake his hand. It literally felt like a catcher's mitt.
Those are some of the best sounding drums I have ever heard. On top of that Will is a fantastic player. More importantly he is an amazing person. Met him and he is one of the nicest people I have ever met, his soul is genuine. You picked a great spokesperson Gretsch!
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Will is definitely one of the greats!
Absolutely, Living Colour has to be one of the most underappreciated bands and each one of them is amazing individually.
You are correct, Sir!
Amazing. I was thinking of Tony Williams at times while watching this.
Olha o ninja vendo mesmo vídeo que eu.... Abraços
One of the most under recognized drummers out there.
Playing the drums is away to express your inner most soul of your spirit. Calhoun one of the very best. 🥁
No one else was drumming like Will back in the 79s. Now everyone is. Innovator.
And he ages amazingly. All the health and happiness to you Mr. Calhoun. What a hero.
Beautiful! You were a hero of mine when I was first playing in middle school. Sat 5 feet from you when you were playing at Small’s back in ‘96 or ‘97. Love you, man!
The look on his face as he begins to open those boxes. Tells you everything you need to know about this man as a drummer.
Hes a different cat thats for sure...always a pleasure to watch and hear.
One hell of a great sound , wonderful set of tubs in TW yellow , this guy does them more than justice . Great drummer , great drums , I am sure Tony would certainly approve.
Will was one of the BIGGEST influences on me as a drummer - HUGE fan of Living Colour
This guy ALWAYS blew me away with his precision and the power in his playing. You FELT his playing, you knew there was somebody behind the kit who could play when you listened to anything Will Calhoun played on. Killer kit, stunning drummer/musician.
i can't believe it took this long. Will has been one of the best in the biz for 30+ years!
It was a real privilege having Will Calhoun as an instructor on the Drum Fantasy Camp 2017. He's a gifted musician, a very approachable dude, a great teacher, plus he performed the most intense solo I have ever seen at the closing concert. It's always a pleasure to see and hear him.
Gorgeous looking and gorgeous sounding. Will's playing style is his own and color me....jealous and inspired!
Will Calhoun has always been ahead of the curve in his playing. Such a wonderful player. Can't wait to hear what he does with this new sound
Will Rocks! I remember seeing him play at a Zildjian Day in Scotland in early 90's with Vinnie and Tony Williams. Will blew my mind that day! Those drums look fantastic! Congrats! 🤘🥁🤘DC
Congrats Will! Finally have a home again! Pearl, Sonor, Mapex, and now the great Gretsch! Got his classic yellow color back from his 1993 Sonor kit!
"Beautiful absolutely stunning" love this guy
It’s so good to see Gretsch showing love to someone who was such a huge impact on me as a drummer. Much love to Will!
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the drums sound really good. as soon as he started playing i was like. dang. listen to those toms.
Congratulations Will! That is a gorgeous kit and great playing! Peace and love to you and yours from Arkansas.
Will Calhoun ! My gosh, saw him a number of times with Living Color... One of my fav band ever. The cult of personality.
I have witnessed a few of Mr. Calhoun's clinics... One of the best living drummers
Wow, what a pick up from Gretsch .. great drums, great drummer👏
Will’s playing, and that Great Gretsch Sound. Perfect pairing
Very very nice. Always better, with his own style. Great drummer, seems to be a nice guy too!!
Gretsch sounds great on you Will! Suits you a lot better than the the other brand. A well deserved upgrade that was long overdue! You are a classic and now your playing a classic!
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So as he was unboxing it I thought, "Oh cool - his kit comes in two different sizes!" and then he set ALL of it up at once! The stuff he's doing with two different sized kicks is super cool.
I listened to so much Living Colour back in the day -- still love the band and Will's playing was/is an enormous part of their sound. He's still got it too!
Will is a legend! I’m always excited when I see drummers both OLD and NEW getting recognition
I met Will in the fall of 87 when their album just came out and they were playing in Connecticut I believe it was at a college in New Britain. Anyway we got to hang out with them all day have dinner with them and I got a lot of great photos with them and they were all super nice guys. I always remember being blown away by Will and his drumming he's only a couple years older than I am, but I look at him like an older brother from another mother, love him and Living Colour
NOW i want a Gretsch USA Custom Kit!! The sound is tight, open and tonal, very musical.. Love it!
Getting a perfectly tuned set of drums in the mail... an absolute dream for most drummers of the world I'm sure lol
Will , WHAT A POWERHOUSE !!!! Those Drums sound amazing .... Huge fan of Gretsch. I ALWAYS wanted ( still Do ) the Black Phil Collins kit !!!!
Congratulations Will you are in amazing company at Gretsch and well deserved.
One of the BEST solos I've heard in a while. Such control, and so cool that the bass drums are different sizes. Thank you!!
That 6.5x14 USA Custom Bell Brass snare tho 🤯
Gretsh Drums is made for Will style of playing and he is killing it.
Dang this is the Bomb! imagine smelling those sweet drums out of the box.
Every time I play drums, I use something I learned from his playing on the Living Colour albums.
Love Will Calhoun. First time I ever heard him was on Living Colour’s album VIVID. The whole band are top-tier musicians, but all that I was able to hear on VIVID and Time’s up were him and Muzz Skillings. Those two were pure magic together.
I love Gretsch and I love Calhoun!! They are together, GREAT!!!!!
Incredible 🥁 drummer. One of the greats.
Always been a fan of Will. His groove behind the kit is amazing and those Gretsch drums sound incredible.
Love that “Tony Williams Yellow”, and unique set up. Fantastic playing, brother!
Tony Williams Yellow, just gorgeous!
That groove starting at 4:33 got me ! Amazing video that brought a smile in my day !
I think this may be something like a coming home party for Will. What a great move!
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Will Calhoun.....Gots that phunk. He's absolutely phenomenal.
YES!!!!! That just made my day!
Will is a beast of a drummer. Love his playing.
Followed this man since late 80s. Saw him at Modern Drummer festival. Awesome player and human being. Those drums are a work of art.. for a true artist who makes this world a better place.
Will is freaking fantastic. You're lucky to have him!
One of my favorite drummers. Man, what a great musician.
Fun fact. I bought his Mapex Saturn in the same colour with the glitter after he did his clinic in Auckland. He sure as heck loves that color!
Stick with Mapex, their quality control is second to none.
Gretsch for me is the best drum company there's something about those drums that makes me want to play. Also that yellow kit made me want one so bad.
This guy is one of the most underrated drummers of all time. He’s way better than others who might get more Recognition than he does…… something tells me he doesn’t give a crap
This is the most musical unboxing video I have ever seen! Beautiful drums played beautifully.
those drum sound amazing, and man those cymbals are wild! Will Calhoun influenced me a lot when I was young with Living Color, fantastic drummer.
You sound Awesome!!! Congrats Will... You deserve to be endorsed by an Iconic Drum 🥁 Manufacturer like Gretsch!!!
Man, What incredible flow and feel Will Calhoun has on his Gretsch!😎
Awesome! Will Kennedy with a "Tony Williams Yellow" Gretsch kit. Beautiful.
That melodic bass drum groove at 2:50 though.....genius
to me gretsch is the absolute best out and their roster got even better. notice how good that tom sounded right out of the box with the flick of a finger
I've been blessed to unbox two Gretsch kits over the years. Every drum sounded great right out of the box. Nothing better.
I bought a full gretsch kit for $150 around7 years ago. Just needed new heads. Best investment ever.
@@SteveGrossmanOnline thats awesome! I have a renown and I love it but I'm coming for that usa custom one day
@@Dublin_N what a steal!
it sounded like the lastest crap. perfect for your oven
I'm speechless. Completely floored. This man is amazing
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One simple truth , , , They hired the right drummer. Listen to this man articulate his talent as he takes gretschdrumsusa to the "Next Level". (I had to listen/enjoy it TWICE!)
T.F.
Wow! Incredible. Will is one of the greats, and he now plays the greatest drums.
I’ve never seen a drummer with two different size bass drums. Will is amazing and sounds as great as ever.
Ginger baker did in the 60s
Great choice and configuration, remembering another great...Tony Williams! Great Job Gretsch and Will!
I'm speechless, that was beautiful!!!!
No wonder his old kits are up for sale! One of my all time favorites and a huge early influence on my drumming!
Congratulation Gretsch, Will is amazing drummer.
sounds amazing and I am a sucker for that Tony Williams Yellow look
Something about watching someone, or even helping unbox a new set just gets my blood flowing and makes me smile.
Thank you.
Phenomenal drums, phenomenal drummer 🥁 😉
His floor set up is mad! Two bass drums, a single double pedal and a single pedal. Wow
looks like the slishman double on the 22 and maybe a dualist double on the 20?
I watched Mr.Will Calhoun drum clinic in surabaya,indonesia...its mind blowing experience...keep up the amazing work Mr.Will Calhoun!🙏👊
Beautiful player Beautiful kit love the colour!...... i have shaken the man's hand ✋
How can this not be a paradox.... such funny grooves out of my-god-what-a-serious-drumming. Love it!
Saw him in a small clinic in Coral Springs back in ‘94, more talking than playing, explained techniques, rudiments timings and everything to improve your skill.... besides, he’s one of the Glamour Boys...!!!
Pearl , Mapex and now Gretsch. What a journey from one of my favorites
Yellow drum kits look so awesome! Not your typical color. He is a great talent behind the kit!
He most definitely is.
Will on Gretsch? YES!!!! He's one of my favorite drummers!
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Wow, they sound bloody good 👏👏👏
Will must feel like a kid in a candy store whose Grandma just told him he can pick anything he wants...On Top of The World!
Life is good Calhoun's with gretsch.! Got that big nasty Billy Cobham's sound to the drums. A beautiful combination! It's even got a Alex Van Halen look to it and sound. Especially those concert Tom's like from Van Halen 2. He is always been an enigma to me on the drums it's why I have always had such a an admiration for him. And his style! feels like Combination between Alex Van Halen and Billy Cobham. I've always felt that.
wow those overhead cymbals are awesome!
One of the best..Pure sound
I was 17 when Vivid came out. As a new drummer, Wil, Neil, Alex VH, Stewart, and Ritchie (Hayward, Little Feat) defined my playing. Met Wil in the drum department of Sam Ash on 48th street in '93. Such a nice guy, he rocked out on an ekit and I got a front row seat, although I was standing behind him. 🙂
Awesome drums. Very happy with my Custom USA Ribbon Mahogany. Stunning looks & sounds!!!
Calhoun with his beautiful gretsch kit. Lifes good. Hes always reminding me of a cross between Dennis chambers and Alex Van Halen. This is a beautiful marriage man & his drum
Unique player, unique setup. Mind blown by his pedal setup
Excellent artist, excellent instruments and amazing sounds!