Wonderful piece of art Mario! Can you please give us some information about time signature, tempo? And also the equipment - is it really a Tama Rockstar? Which skins do you have on it (incl. reso)? Thanks a lot, keep up the good work!!!!
@Mario Duplantier. Np broski. U are the best drummer I know out there. My dad was the one who introduced me to u guys and u have been a huge influence for me Mario. Keep it up man. I hope u and gojira kill it during your summer tour in the U.S. and Europe. Especially at this year's 15th anniversary hellfest open air
I love how there’s no need to flex his double bass skills or insane technical playing constantly as most drummers might do for a drum solo. This is about expression of an idea and it’s communicated so creatively, so hats off to you Mario and thank you for bringing your music to the world :))
Honestly I agree with u so much. What I like about Mario is that he just focuses on groove, rhythm and honestly his precision and stick placement. He doesn't really focus on speed and blast beats. But u can hear some jazz influences in this solo
@@anthonyvenedicto518 ya I feel that’s what makes him so unique compared to the other drummers who play similar styles of metal he actually has groove which I feel a lot of those other drummers lack
Always such an inspirational drum solo by Mario. As a drummer of 15 years, I'm always looking for new inspiration to change up my style and he never disappoints
Gojira getting Band of the year and Mario getting drummer of the year is amazing. I have loved all of their music from Terra to Fortitude. Mario is the "backbone" of the band.
Mario is one of the few older school drummers who truly keeps evolving year after year. Sure we all knew he was great after The Link Alive, his speed and stamina were otherworldly. Eventually TWOAF dropped with the increasingly tasty nuances and grooves, and since then he just keeps getting BETTER somehow by combining the raw power of the early years with the mind bending arrangements of recent years. The true reigning champ of metal drumming
Usually it tends to be that once a band becomes successful they will stop practicing and stay at the level they are , only to play every few year or so But everyone in gojira is constantly improving because of consistent practice
I love this guy's approach to drum solos. Far too many drum solos are nothing but endless fills without any distinguishable sense of theme, motif, or dynamics. In pretty much all his solos, Mario somehow manages to strike a solid balance of theme, groove, and chops, with just enough variation in each to keep things interesting.
Respectfully, I disagree. This solo is repetitive and doesn't have any sense of "movement" as in there is an obvious progression to the musical journey. This solo by Jordan Cannata does. ua-cam.com/video/y15_F0ftT3Q/v-deo.html
Man played 3 different rhythms at once and barely an ounce of stress on that face. Drummers are nuts, man. This is an example of going from an instrument being a tool for expression, to an instrument becoming a part of yourself entirely. That’s incredible.
Très bon... Mais Damien Smith est plus fort En france le plus monstrueux c est Damien Attention j ai dis en france Car aux states le niveau et encore supérieur la c est hors niveaux
when I realized that talent is 1% and sweat, work, consistency and repetition and living outside the comfort zone is 99% of success, I have already come halfway through life.
The groove, dynamics, speed, and complexity are obviously amazing. But the real stars are Mario’s endurance and accuracy. To be able to play something like this with such tenacity and to not miss a beat is testament to Mario’s skill. Incredible!
Hey Mario, I just want to say that you guys were a huge part in helping me get through prison. I was handed The Way of All Flesh, and it blew my mind. I can't thank you guys enough. I love your music in my bones. God bless you guys.
Mario dropped this on my birthday. I got a birthday present from my favorite drummer of all time, thank you Mario can't wait to see you and Gojira live again.
Sur l'un des plans il tourne en 2 sur tom bass et cloche et sur 3 snare /tom12 /tom13 ce qui crée une boucle super sympa. Gavin, Harisson parlait de truc comme ça sur druméo! Bravo à Mario!
Énorme, je me suis justement réécouté Minotaur et The City hier ^^ Et au delà de la démonstration technique, toujours cette impressionnante capacité à raconter une histoire avec un solo de batterie, même à un non batteur !
Alors tout d'abord : more cowbell !! Pourquoi faire simple quand on peut faire compliqué, et faire doux quand on peut taper fort Bravo Mario, toujours aussi impressionnant, tu travailles comme un dingue, hâte de te (vous) voir au Hellfest cette année (meilleure surprise de l'année) Merci pour tout ce que tu fais
I like the energy, and also how you manage to do your own interpretation in a very musical way, I think that unlike other drummers you have your own and unique sound. And that's Amazing Mario! I'm a huge fan of your Drumming. 🥁🥁🦍
The thing i love about Mario the most is that his cymabls are almost unused but you never feel like they are missing. The skill in that detail alone is unbelivable. Oh and that second cowbell off time to the first was a masterstroke.
Words can’t describe how much I want his Tama Rockstar setup 🥵 No point in commenting on how amazing the solo was as you won’t read my comment… But the solo was AMAZING! 💪
Stopped listening to metal in the 90's, because other styles piqued my interest. A friend recommended Gojira, about two months ago, and I swear I haven't binged on music like this since I was a kid. This whole band is just fucking fantastic. And I support their stance on the Amazon! #SaveTheAmazon #FuckCorporateGreed
Yeah I got into Ornette Coleman and Coltrane et al and didn't look back for a couple decades.... I've heard the name Gojira a few times... but I thought it was used disparagingly. Regardless, This however is totally my vibe so down this rabbit hole I go! What else have I missed in metal??
BRO!!!!! Their whole fucking discography. You'll get sooo many amazing surprises like Dawn or Remembrance or In the wilderness or Flying whales or Love or Born for one thing or Sphinx or Born in winter or the art of dying bruh or the fucking art of dying
Right now! You are my favourite musician of all time! Mindblasted…I have been listening to metal music my whole life (age47) .. because of the drums..but you sir have mastered the plan..you are so passionate and play from the soul… Bravo Bravo…and thank you ! Please keep up the outstanding work… Metal Matti T
Um excelente músico , escuto eles a uns 2 anos e não pretendo parar de ouvir esta banda incrível que é o gojira ;), toco guitarra a uns 2 anos também e um dia quero ser grande igual eles.
Such a beautiful solo. I remember the first time I heard him. It was after rehearsal with the band I was in at the time, and it was when From Mars to Sirius first came out. We pulled up to my place, and we just sat in the car and listened to the album without even talking. Hearing Mario play like this is so incredible. If you watch his attack during each new section, he's over-emphasizing the first few bars in order to make you know where he thinks the "1" is--he's educating you, visually, as if to say, "this is how I'm feeling it". When you watch him play, you can choose to groove, learn, or both. Mario's drumming really speaks to my musical heart.
That solo sounds awesome asf I love those chops, crossovers and licks. I can't wait for your performance with Gojira at hellfest this summer. P.S. I would love for you to play this at a live show.
On est clairement sur une cloche des alpages 😂😆 nan plus sérieusement, solo qui transcende, puissance et intensité font la marque de ce f*** best drummer all of Time !!! Merci Mario
Just a reminder Mario trains every day with extreme discipline to maintain his skill and endurance. He's essentially an extreme athlete of precision and stamina and it shows. Incredible, arguably one of the most tasteful drummers that has ever lived. Every strike is done with purpose and no millisecond goes uncounted.
Thank you everyone for your feedback 🙏
love your drumming mario
Wonderful piece of art Mario! Can you please give us some information about time signature, tempo? And also the equipment - is it really a Tama Rockstar? Which skins do you have on it (incl. reso)? Thanks a lot, keep up the good work!!!!
@Mario Duplantier. Np broski. U are the best drummer I know out there. My dad was the one who introduced me to u guys and u have been a huge influence for me Mario. Keep it up man. I hope u and gojira kill it during your summer tour in the U.S. and Europe. Especially at this year's 15th anniversary hellfest open air
@@ralfkirsten124 Mario uses remo heads, tama drums and zildjian cymbals, but uses Gibraltar and tama hardware. His kit could be a rockstar series kit
@@anthonyvenedicto518 thänx..! Very nice dry sound he gets with that coated Tom heads!
Another example of Mario’s endurance training. Can’t imagine how hard this is to play with his shirt on.
in a lot of shows i've seen he isn't wearing one idk
piccolo only takes off his armor for serious occasions
@@jackashcraft339 I believe it is because of how he likes to wear his IEMS (in ear monitor system) because he tapes it to his back and stuff
Mario Duplantier occasionally ALLOWS shirts to touch his skin
@@rupture1040 iems: in ear monitors
Playing, flow, composition, drum sound, everything is 💯
It is always nice to see that the other monsters appreciate each other so much. You are awesome yourself
An accolade from a great drummer to another ! Respect
god 🙏🏻
Great to see others enjoying others KRIMH your a badass too
@@gorxor Krihm has a flying whale tattoo on his left arm. Big Gojira fan
I can still hear how he’s evolved his old beats like “The Art of Dying” pattern and made them even more crazy now a days
I thought I knew the pattern he was playing I was like "yo he's playing the art of dying drum pattern)
yeah holy shit
Yes!! That's my favorite song from them and that groove was definitely similar
@@bobegnops75 hands down the best imo. musical genius!
We need an album of your solos
THAT'S WHAT I'VE BEEN SAYING!
hell yeahh🤘
I would concur with this observation
We need Mario to take this to the band and be like alright 1:10 onwards write riffs over it. Imagine how hectic it would be
Yeah nah even the start would be sick too
I love how there’s no need to flex his double bass skills or insane technical playing constantly as most drummers might do for a drum solo. This is about expression of an idea and it’s communicated so creatively, so hats off to you Mario and thank you for bringing your music to the world :))
Honestly I agree with u so much. What I like about Mario is that he just focuses on groove, rhythm and honestly his precision and stick placement. He doesn't really focus on speed and blast beats. But u can hear some jazz influences in this solo
@@anthonyvenedicto518 ya I feel that’s what makes him so unique compared to the other drummers who play similar styles of metal he actually has groove which I feel a lot of those other drummers lack
@@ryanallen-schindler6273 same reason I really liked Martin Lopez in Opeth.
@@timmie2k3 dude opeths drumming is awesome
There’s an absolute ton of double bass in this video lol
The sound of that kit is just outrageous. Brilliant playing!
To me, one of the best drum solos of all time. I can listen to this without other instruments and there's nothing missing
THIS MAN IS MY SPIRIT ANIMAL.
You wish
Ladies and gentlemen, the heaviest drummer of the universe!
Always such an inspirational drum solo by Mario. As a drummer of 15 years, I'm always looking for new inspiration to change up my style and he never disappoints
He is one of the best "go-to" guys for inspiration... true. Also for a Drummer of 45 🤣
Be your own inspiration
You should chech brann dailor of mastodon then :D
Gojira getting Band of the year and Mario getting drummer of the year is amazing. I have loved all of their music from Terra to Fortitude. Mario is the "backbone" of the band.
Love it
Mario is one of the few older school drummers who truly keeps evolving year after year. Sure we all knew he was great after The Link Alive, his speed and stamina were otherworldly. Eventually TWOAF dropped with the increasingly tasty nuances and grooves, and since then he just keeps getting BETTER somehow by combining the raw power of the early years with the mind bending arrangements of recent years. The true reigning champ of metal drumming
Nice take man, I appreciate your point of view
what do u mean by older school? i am not a drummer so don't know what u mean
Usually it tends to be that once a band becomes successful they will stop practicing and stay at the level they are , only to play every few year or so
But everyone in gojira is constantly improving because of consistent practice
I love this guy's approach to drum solos.
Far too many drum solos are nothing but endless fills without any distinguishable sense of theme, motif, or dynamics.
In pretty much all his solos, Mario somehow manages to strike a solid balance of theme, groove, and chops, with just enough variation in each to keep things interesting.
Respectfully, I disagree. This solo is repetitive and doesn't have any sense of "movement" as in there is an obvious progression to the musical journey. This solo by Jordan Cannata does. ua-cam.com/video/y15_F0ftT3Q/v-deo.html
@@deathmetalrudiments, agree to disagree. That Jordan Cannata solo is pretty fun to watch, too!
@@deathmetalrudiments i like that solo but all of the grooves are very common and nothing special
Man played 3 different rhythms at once and barely an ounce of stress on that face. Drummers are nuts, man. This is an example of going from an instrument being a tool for expression, to an instrument becoming a part of yourself entirely. That’s incredible.
And this is precisely why he is considered to be one of the absolute best drummers in the world.
You ok, Mario?! I don't think I've ever seen you wearing a shirt 😂
You are, and always will be the GOAT. Can't wait to see you guys live in May!
Then you didn't see his 2021 solo, Cyclone
He needs to hold back his overwhelming skills somehow
@@sir.castik5637 Even with a shirt on his skills are still overwhelming
I’ll be seeing them in may too, can’t wait
Hell yea. I’m so ready for next Monday with Deftones 🤘🏽🎸🔥
How can anyone be this coordinated? Amazing playing!
It's easy when you're a human metronome, 😆 🤣
Talk to my boy Eloy Cassagrande
Practice
@@DavidMacVicar Oh, the drummer no one's heard of.
@@leopardcubpupkryky6940 What kind of stupid comment is that. Just write his name on UA-cam and tell me no one ever heard of him ;)
That beat at 2:20, very melancholic. The increase in tempo just shakes you internally.
no shit, my heart monitor went off LOL
It is a form of The Art Of Dying
Man, this guy's amazing. He has, like a John Bonham type of groove, sounds so good, Bravo.
His stick placement is super accurate.. even with how powerful he plays.
Yeah
Tout y est. Monstrueux. Quel bonheur. Merci.
T'avais prévu d'aller à Bercy aussi pour le voir? :(
Et ouais un génie cette homme ! Une de mes plus grandes inspiration moderne à la batterie
Tu peux aussi matter Chris Turner dans un style différent mais monstrueux aussi :)
@@EliWolvesScream je confirme, le batteur de tesseract aussi
Très bon...
Mais Damien Smith est plus fort
En france le plus monstrueux c est Damien
Attention j ai dis en france
Car aux states le niveau et encore supérieur la c est hors niveaux
when I realized that talent is 1% and sweat, work, consistency and repetition and living outside the comfort zone is 99% of success, I have already come halfway through life.
The groove, dynamics, speed, and complexity are obviously amazing. But the real stars are Mario’s endurance and accuracy. To be able to play something like this with such tenacity and to not miss a beat is testament to Mario’s skill. Incredible!
finally! I’ve been waiting on another solo from you mario! just as mine blowing and mesmerizing as your others, keep ‘em coming!!
THERES NO WAY YOU WATCHED IT THAT FAST .
It's always a glorious day when Mario gives us new content!!!
The subtle complexity is mind-blowing!
FINALLY a 'cussionist who maintains rhythm and groove while expanding on it! 👍
13 is such a fun number to play with. Gojira used it in “The Storm” from their last album.
Was better with bands as zeppelin who never ever ever counted a beat, they just played what sounded good.
@@fchampd4512 ignorant.
bringing that groove back at 2:07 was choice. sick solo friend. love those bells!!!
Holy Smokes. Put a smile on this sad old face. Killing it
We need a solo Mario Duplantier album
There's so much personality in each solo mario does. Never seen as much soul put into drums as he does
The drumming 🐐
Hey Mario, I just want to say that you guys were a huge part in helping me get through prison. I was handed The Way of All Flesh, and it blew my mind. I can't thank you guys enough. I love your music in my bones. God bless you guys.
Your a force, dunno which kind, but earth needs you on her side.
Mario dropped this on my birthday. I got a birthday present from my favorite drummer of all time, thank you Mario can't wait to see you and Gojira live again.
Happy Birthday. Even though it was a few days ago
@@anthonyvenedicto518 haha thanks man
toujours autant d'inventivité dans les rythmes et patterns que Mario compose, tellement agréable à écouter !
Sur l'un des plans il tourne en 2 sur tom bass et cloche et sur 3 snare /tom12 /tom13 ce qui crée une boucle super sympa. Gavin, Harisson parlait de truc comme ça sur druméo! Bravo à Mario!
His kit sounds so perfect
Holy shit, Mario.
I finally got to see you perform live in Portland last month. Changed my life.
Toujours aussi excellent !
💙🤍❤️
Mon Dieu j'en perds mes mots !
Le meilleur des meilleurs. Mario, merci d'exister ❤
Ui
tone on these drums is next level.
Jeez... drummers just get better and crazier as time flows.
The best drummer in my humble opinion
I can already tell Mario is having some serious fun!
The GOAT metal drummer !
Énorme, je me suis justement réécouté Minotaur et The City hier ^^
Et au delà de la démonstration technique, toujours cette impressionnante capacité à raconter une histoire avec un solo de batterie, même à un non batteur !
Alors tout d'abord : more cowbell !!
Pourquoi faire simple quand on peut faire compliqué, et faire doux quand on peut taper fort
Bravo Mario, toujours aussi impressionnant, tu travailles comme un dingue, hâte de te (vous) voir au Hellfest cette année (meilleure surprise de l'année)
Merci pour tout ce que tu fais
This dude inpired me to pick up the sticks 10 years ago at 33 years old after playing guitar my whole life! Thank you for inpiring me....
I could watch Mario play all day.
YES THE KING IS BACK
I like the energy, and also how you manage to do your own interpretation in a very musical way, I think that unlike other drummers you have your own and unique sound. And that's Amazing Mario! I'm a huge fan of your Drumming. 🥁🥁🦍
Best drummer in the world.
The thing i love about Mario the most is that his cymabls are almost unused but you never feel like they are missing. The skill in that detail alone is unbelivable. Oh and that second cowbell off time to the first was a masterstroke.
Words can’t describe how much I want his Tama Rockstar setup 🥵 No point in commenting on how amazing the solo was as you won’t read my comment… But the solo was AMAZING! 💪
i think it's a Tama Superstar, the same as is previous drum solo "cyclone"
Stopped listening to metal in the 90's, because other styles piqued my interest. A friend recommended Gojira, about two months ago, and I swear I haven't binged on music like this since I was a kid. This whole band is just fucking fantastic. And I support their stance on the Amazon!
#SaveTheAmazon
#FuckCorporateGreed
Yeah I got into Ornette Coleman and Coltrane et al and didn't look back for a couple decades.... I've heard the name Gojira a few times... but I thought it was used disparagingly. Regardless, This however is totally my vibe so down this rabbit hole I go! What else have I missed in metal??
BRO!!!!! Their whole fucking discography. You'll get sooo many amazing surprises like Dawn or Remembrance or In the wilderness or Flying whales or Love or Born for one thing or Sphinx or Born in winter or the art of dying bruh or the fucking art of dying
Don't forget global warming wisdom comes this emptiness and every other song.
Then system of a down
other bands and music to listen to
Airbourne
Alter Bridge
Einaudi
This is my brain at the end of each day.
Right now!
You are my favourite musician of all time!
Mindblasted…I have been listening to metal music my whole life (age47) .. because of the drums..but you sir have mastered the plan..you are so passionate and play from the soul…
Bravo Bravo…and thank you !
Please keep up the outstanding work…
Metal Matti T
Um excelente músico , escuto eles a uns 2 anos e não pretendo parar de ouvir esta banda incrível que é o gojira ;), toco guitarra a uns 2 anos também e um dia quero ser grande igual eles.
Practice makes perfect keep going dude!!! 🤘🤘🤘🔥🔥🔥
The rest of us drummers: "Bet not even you can make a cowbell sound cool Mario"...
Mario: 😏
I love the way how the cowbell sounds like a little spoon kicking gently the cup after add some sugar to your coffee ❣🤙
Such a beautiful solo. I remember the first time I heard him. It was after rehearsal with the band I was in at the time, and it was when From Mars to Sirius first came out. We pulled up to my place, and we just sat in the car and listened to the album without even talking.
Hearing Mario play like this is so incredible. If you watch his attack during each new section, he's over-emphasizing the first few bars in order to make you know where he thinks the "1" is--he's educating you, visually, as if to say, "this is how I'm feeling it".
When you watch him play, you can choose to groove, learn, or both.
Mario's drumming really speaks to my musical heart.
This guy is awesome, he should be in a band!!
GOJIRA !!!
That solo sounds awesome asf I love those chops, crossovers and licks. I can't wait for your performance with Gojira at hellfest this summer. P.S. I would love for you to play this at a live show.
Mr. Duplantier, Chapeau!
Bye from Italy
On est clairement sur une cloche des alpages 😂😆 nan plus sérieusement, solo qui transcende, puissance et intensité font la marque de ce f*** best drummer all of Time !!! Merci Mario
Mario is the reason I started listening to Gojira and then realized how great they all are.
Yet another amazing solo, bravo, still holding on to the title of best drummer, at least in my eyes👏
Clean as can be and triplets that would make Bonham proud.
Technical and tasteful - nice timing exploration. Freaking awesome 👏
Literally the best drummer
Awesome! Just needs more cowbell.
😁😁😁😏
So fucking true. All drum solos need more cowbell
He don't fuck around! Great work! Serious player! Now thats some coordination!!
4 brains needed, one for each limb! Amazing drumming.
Damn, do those drums owe you money?
Mario, I think you should do the humane thing and turn yourself in to scientists so us mortals can understand how you make these.
(Ps, amazing solo!)
Amazing solo, gives me a lot of energy…thanks Super Mario
The sound the hits are so perfect.
I would do unspeakable things to have that snare tone.
when you seach "best drummer 2022" you have this solo.
Accurate.
Master Of The Universe!!!!!!
Amazing as usual. You always take me to class with your solos and always persuades me to come back into playing
Your kick foot is powerful as hell. Great work. Keep it up
FAVORITE DRUMMER BABY
How he keeps the cow bell going is off the charts.
Wow..just wow. So musical and powerful. Wow
Awesome job Mario! It's Zeke, your bus driver on your 1st N. American tour.
Wowww Mario! You are a beast! A hug from Argentina!!!!!
Absolutely my new favorite Drummer
Master of the Polyrythms!!💪🏻
Please, keep posting these amazing drum solos!! More than one at a year
Solo impressionnant, vivement la future tourné en France
Just a reminder Mario trains every day with extreme discipline to maintain his skill and endurance. He's essentially an extreme athlete of precision and stamina and it shows. Incredible, arguably one of the most tasteful drummers that has ever lived. Every strike is done with purpose and no millisecond goes uncounted.
His flow is so consistent, beautiful shit.
Absolutely amazing! So awesome
Toujours un bonheur de t'entendre Mario ! Immense bravo pour cette performance !
Absolutely amazing.
Absolutely stellar Mario!!!!!!!!! Just amazing!!!
If I could give this performance a Million 👍 it wouldn’t be enough! Amazing!!!