Is it weird that i can't even listen to the original anymore after listening to this? Honestly the way you played fit the song so perfectly I feel like it should've been on the album!
Matt Chase I cant listen to anything but his cover of the songs like for Ain't it Fun, Where are you now, or Bittersweet. It's amazing with the drums. I'm in love. I want this on Itunes.
Don't get me wrong, Luke is a GREAT metal drummer, but I think covers like this are his best work. He's good in a metal band, but I think if he was a drummer for a pop/punk, pop, or alternative band, he'd be the best ever. If he was in a Blink-182 type band, we'd be saying, "Travis who?" Call me crazy, say it's below his talent level if you want, but I think his natural ability to write and play these grooves and set the rhythm with more than just blast beats and paradiddles that get hidden behind overpowering guitars and vocals is just superior to anything he'll ever do where he's at.
I would agree. But I feel Luke isn't in a metal band that would make use of his skill. If he were in a band like TesseracT or Periphery or some type of progressive band his skill would be more shown off. Where as his stuff in The Word Alive isn't bad. It just seems like He is Downplaying so he doesn't out shine the group. Honestly He is an amazing Drummer period. And if he enjoys Playing with TWA and writing with them who are we to say anything. Though i feel if he joined a type of band that you suggested people wouldn't appreciate it.
Couldn't agree more. I always said TWA isn't where he belongs, although their music is great. Luke is such a versatile drummer, and that's an understatement. The metal/hardcore genre doesn't show people what Luke is capable of.
I saw this when it first came out and it’s still one of my favorite drum covers of all time to come back to. So clean and the sound...freakin good work
Mr. Holland, you are developing into one of the best drummers of our time/ generation. Your time and hardwork are paying off and you are constantly becoming more fluid, relaxed and dynamic. It truely is beautiful my friend. Keep up the good work.
This cover is so ridiculously good!!! That fill before the first chorus will forever be one of my favorites! So simple but so smooth! And the camera shakes are a nice touch!
Thus far, this is your best remix to date. The drum sound is there (undoubtedly due to better heads and Cameron's studio work), the creativity is there, the dynamics are there. Everything that makes a creative remix of a song is simply there. Great job, Luke Holland. Keep it up. I can't wait to see the next round of videos.
i'm usually one of the viewers that just sits around waiting for something in the AAL/TesseracT etc. realm of covers, but this video is one of my all time favorites. the drumming is perfect for the song without going too over the top, and it's done flawlessly
This is my favorite cover because of the combination of musicality AND technicality. You're really starting to put it all together. Your a huge inspiration bro keep it up.
Absolutely love how musical your addition to each of your remixes has grown since you started. Few drummers know how to be technical and fit the part. Great work!
Damn man! One of your best remixes ever, perfect blend of technicality and power! Your a huge inspiration to me and drummers all around the world so keep on teaching and inspiring. Stay savage man your the shit.
The playing in this one feels so much more grown up in a way. Its not just outrageous linear fills and double kick bursts, its just pocket and groove all the way through. This one really felt like a good cover as well as sounding great!
Your covers always turn out amazing. In terms of raw talent your the best drummer on youtube by a wide margin. Can't wait to see more. I've been watching since the like a G6 video and they never get old.
I feel like you're reaching this whole other level in your playing and feel these days. So great to watch. Nothing better than seeing realized potential.
I feel like your Ellie Goulding remixes are my favorite now. You manage to play strong and catchy parts on every ellie's song; this one is absolute exquisite.
I love seeing how your style has been moving away from stick tricks and has been focused on rudiments and complex rhythms. It definitely shows how much your looking to check out and try new things and not just play metal like how some critics stereotype you.
Dude, hands down one of your best remixes. You really nailed that fine balance between wacky chops and holding down a strong sense of groove and pocket.
Give you mad respect Luke I have been watching your videos since 2011 when I first found your channel in Afghanistan. Just keep up the great work and always remember just have fun doing what you love to do and that's being a amazing drummer. Also because of you I fell for Ellie too lmao
Hey Luke. Just recently hearing about you. Been watching lots of you videos and checked out the word alive over the past two months. One musician to another. You guys have a lot of talent. Play the victim, lighthouse and the runaway are some killer songs. I'm glad to finally here a new band that really does it for my hard to please ear. I've been playing drums for 27 years and guitar for 20. I'm very hard to impress, but you guys do. I especially like the way you take simple songs and put a whole new squeeze on them. A lot of people talk trash on drum forums, but I say they're jealous of the natural ability you posses. I'm definitely a picky listener. You guys rock for sure. If I may, can I please give a little bit of my opinion on the overall sound? Please understand that I'm not hating or downing you guys. I must say you've awakened some hidden creativity in me. However, I would love to hear more singing and less screaming. It seems like there's way more of that. The lyrics, drums and guitars are stellar. I hope you don't hate me for that, but what I've come to realize over that past couple of decades is that we all learn from each other. I hope you keep on impressing the fire out of me. I know you can. Thanks man, Eric.
I bought the original version of this song the other day.. But man.. I keep finding myself coming back to this version time and time again.. Excellent job Luke.
Luke is special Ellie I'm guessing because I've tried to watch other drummers cover her music and record label don't let the videos play haha but your also an amazing drummer thanks for continuing to put awesome quality videos up for even in your busy life
He's doing so many things at the same time it feels like the audio and video are not synced, for it's hard to see it all! And it feels very natural, not too much drumming. Just awesome.
Man, Ive been subscribed to you since you were 18 I think and you never fail to amaze me! YOU were and still are the reason I got into drumming and you started my passion for it. You may not read this, but if you do, thank you so much for carrying on doing this.
This is great man, I like how you keep in the pocket and don't go with crazy chops like is no tomorrow, you demostrate skills but with out being a show-off.
amazing drumming as always, i enjoy seeing your covers like this that arent over the top. they accomplish exactly what they need. only thing i would recommend is for all the ride work that you do in the song it could use its own mic to help pick up the sticking
Is it weird that i can't even listen to the original anymore after listening to this? Honestly the way you played fit the song so perfectly I feel like it should've been on the album!
Same here !!
Man, I totally agree!
Completely agree! Luke makes Ellie amazing. Its unreal how talented Luke is. I hope Luke blow up more than he already has.
Matt Chase I cant listen to anything but his cover of the songs like for Ain't it Fun, Where are you now, or Bittersweet. It's amazing with the drums. I'm in love. I want this on Itunes.
Truth.
Don't get me wrong, Luke is a GREAT metal drummer, but I think covers like this are his best work. He's good in a metal band, but I think if he was a drummer for a pop/punk, pop, or alternative band, he'd be the best ever. If he was in a Blink-182 type band, we'd be saying, "Travis who?" Call me crazy, say it's below his talent level if you want, but I think his natural ability to write and play these grooves and set the rhythm with more than just blast beats and paradiddles that get hidden behind overpowering guitars and vocals is just superior to anything he'll ever do where he's at.
Metal bores the hell out of me and I agree 100%.
I would agree. But I feel Luke isn't in a metal band that would make use of his skill. If he were in a band like TesseracT or Periphery or some type of progressive band his skill would be more shown off. Where as his stuff in The Word Alive isn't bad. It just seems like He is Downplaying so he doesn't out shine the group. Honestly He is an amazing Drummer period. And if he enjoys Playing with TWA and writing with them who are we to say anything. Though i feel if he joined a type of band that you suggested people wouldn't appreciate it.
I would like to concur, I love seeing him do these. he'd rocket to fame if he were in a Blink 182 style band, or even a Linkin Park type band.
Couldn't agree more. I always said TWA isn't where he belongs, although their music is great. Luke is such a versatile drummer, and that's an understatement. The metal/hardcore genre doesn't show people what Luke is capable of.
agreed. TWA limits him, but i feel like he has a lot more potential in TWA as well.
I saw this when it first came out and it’s still one of my favorite drum covers of all time to come back to. So clean and the sound...freakin good work
Mr. Holland, you are developing into one of the best drummers of our time/ generation. Your time and hardwork are paying off and you are constantly becoming more fluid, relaxed and dynamic. It truely is beautiful my friend. Keep up the good work.
2021 and I’m still just watching this like hot damn that was tasty.
Luke, you never fail to amaze me man, this was so good! Thanks for being such an inspiration.
Awesome, I'm looking forward to it! :)
***** you are best luke :) your tracks are awesome :)
MAN WHAT PLANET ARE YOU FROM???? AMAZING
This cover is so ridiculously good!!! That fill before the first chorus will forever be one of my favorites! So simple but so smooth! And the camera shakes are a nice touch!
I love your videos and drumming so much :)
You guys recording with a Red now? Seems like video quality has taken another step up.
Definitely one of my favorite covers! I feel like everything fit so well in this cover. Good vibes, good song, keep it up Luke!
Great to see Luke making videos for us again. You have been missed. This was amazing to watch as it is with all of your videos.
Thus far, this is your best remix to date. The drum sound is there (undoubtedly due to better heads and Cameron's studio work), the creativity is there, the dynamics are there. Everything that makes a creative remix of a song is simply there. Great job, Luke Holland. Keep it up. I can't wait to see the next round of videos.
i'm usually one of the viewers that just sits around waiting for something in the AAL/TesseracT etc. realm of covers, but this video is one of my all time favorites. the drumming is perfect for the song without going too over the top, and it's done flawlessly
This is my favorite cover because of the combination of musicality AND technicality. You're really starting to put it all together. Your a huge inspiration bro keep it up.
10th play in a row.... still jamming. I am obsessed luke. like I've shown my friends your songs like twice a day for the past like week
Whoever mixed this really jipped us out of that beautiful dark ride
2021 & I’m STILL jamming this. Love the Ellie Goulding remixes 🤙🏼
Thank you for another Ellie cover!! Have got a playlist of your Ellie drum covers up here. Much appreciation, friend!
Seriously one of the best drummers in our generation by far! Keep it up man, do you and you'll keep going far. God bless you..
What I see is a guy in pure flow! Simply beautiful!
Absolutely love how musical your addition to each of your remixes has grown since you started. Few drummers know how to be technical and fit the part. Great work!
Those ghost notes are just insane! Dude you are just way beyond awesome... Luke Holland is the best 21 year old drummer for me *Hands Down!
uma das coisas mais incríveis que já vi na minha vida !
Damn man! One of your best remixes ever, perfect blend of technicality and power! Your a huge inspiration to me and drummers all around the world so keep on teaching and inspiring. Stay savage man your the shit.
The playing in this one feels so much more grown up in a way. Its not just outrageous linear fills and double kick bursts, its just pocket and groove all the way through. This one really felt like a good cover as well as sounding great!
2 years later and your drumming skills still blow my mind
RESPECT, I have every single song you have ever covered because you are probably the best drummer I have ever seen and you make shit amazing.
Since you post this video a few days ago I have been watching it every day. I love the feeling you put in this cover
The endless hours of practice is so visible in all of your videos!! Truly inspired!
Your covers always turn out amazing. In terms of raw talent your the best drummer on youtube by a wide margin. Can't wait to see more. I've been watching since the like a G6 video and they never get old.
i could seriously listen to your videos all day every day, hope to see some more soon hey!! AMAZING, inspiring!
One of your best performances in my opinion. everything is so slick and on point. love it
I feel like you're reaching this whole other level in your playing and feel these days. So great to watch. Nothing better than seeing realized potential.
I feel like your Ellie Goulding remixes are my favorite now. You manage to play strong and catchy parts on every ellie's song; this one is absolute exquisite.
Easily one of my favourite covers and drummers of all time, you are an inspiration.
Always love the Ellie remixes. This may be my next favorite, Bittersweet being my favorite. Drums sound great, mix is amazing as well. Bravo, Luke!
Amazing♥ Ellie covers are my absolutely favorite!!
I could watch this dude's videos forever, he has one hell of a talent!
I love seeing how your style has been moving away from stick tricks and has been focused on rudiments and complex rhythms. It definitely shows how much your looking to check out and try new things and not just play metal like how some critics stereotype you.
Dude, hands down one of your best remixes. You really nailed that fine balance between wacky chops and holding down a strong sense of groove and pocket.
Luke's sleeve is looking sick. The mix on this remix is probably one of the best on an Ellie Goulding drum remix.
Always inspirational, always original.........amazing!
These beats are so creative! I love them!
I just have so much respect for you because I lack coordination and you play drums with so much skill! I love your covers. You are so talented!
Amazing cover. Both Tasteful and Technical. Can't stop watching it!
Give you mad respect Luke I have been watching your videos since 2011 when I first found your channel in Afghanistan. Just keep up the great work and always remember just have fun doing what you love to do and that's being a amazing drummer. Also because of you I fell for Ellie too lmao
Que padre tocas enserio! Te admiro eres un chavo con mucho talento! Sigue asi Bendiciones! Saludos de México.
Hey Luke. Just recently hearing about you. Been watching lots of you videos and checked out the word alive over the past two months. One musician to another. You guys have a lot of talent. Play the victim, lighthouse and the runaway are some killer songs. I'm glad to finally here a new band that really does it for my hard to please ear. I've been playing drums for 27 years and guitar for 20. I'm very hard to impress, but you guys do. I especially like the way you take simple songs and put a whole new squeeze on them. A lot of people talk trash on drum forums, but I say they're jealous of the natural ability you posses. I'm definitely a picky listener. You guys rock for sure. If I may, can I please give a little bit of my opinion on the overall sound? Please understand that I'm not hating or downing you guys. I must say you've awakened some hidden creativity in me. However, I would love to hear more singing and less screaming. It seems like there's way more of that. The lyrics, drums and guitars are stellar. I hope you don't hate me for that, but what I've come to realize over that past couple of decades is that we all learn from each other. I hope you keep on impressing the fire out of me. I know you can. Thanks man, Eric.
Definitely your most well put together cover yet. The drumming really compliments the song.
Luke, this is one of my favorite covers you've done! Flawless! Very tasteful.
I bought the original version of this song the other day.. But man.. I keep finding myself coming back to this version time and time again.. Excellent job Luke.
I love your Ellie Goulding covers so much! Her amazing vocals mixed with your incredible percussion abilities is unbeatable! Keep it up! :)
Your remixes are insanely creative! It's amazing how you can take an already great song and make it better. Stoked for upcoming covers 😁
Luke is special Ellie I'm guessing because I've tried to watch other drummers cover her music and record label don't let the videos play haha but your also an amazing drummer thanks for continuing to put awesome quality videos up for even in your busy life
I meant special to Ellie haha sorry
This is ruddy awesome. Just wish I could hear more of the ride!
The kit has never sounded better. Thank you Remo
Out of all the og youtube drummers (you, cobus, ricky, cooperdrummer, etc) you're the only one im still subscribed to and enjoy watching. This is why
Saludos desde Venezuela... Gracias por deleitarnos con tu talento.
He's doing so many things at the same time it feels like the audio and video are not synced, for it's hard to see it all! And it feels very natural, not too much drumming.
Just awesome.
Wow!!!u are just awesome..what took me so long to find this cover? subscribed right away..keep up the good work Luke..keep playing..
DUDE! You are my inspiration for drumming. If you ever come to the east coast I would love to jam!
Love the remix. Love the heavier stuff but the pop remixes are what first made me a fan.
Seriously has to be one of the best you've ever done, man. Absolutely savage!
Please upload a Drums Only version
Still blows me away how he keeps the hats swaying to the beat!!
Amazing as usual! cant stop listening to this remix +LukeHollandDrums
Man, Ive been subscribed to you since you were 18 I think and you never fail to amaze me! YOU were and still are the reason I got into drumming and you started my passion for it. You may not read this, but if you do, thank you so much for carrying on doing this.
love your kit looks and sounds amazing plus an incredible player :)
Love the new covers especially this one sounds so raw. Keep up the awesome work!!
You have my vote! I love all of your covers!!! 😍😍😍
Yo Luke! your videos honestly inspire me so much. It was a joy seeing you play at warped in Toronto.
Beautifully done man. This is probably my favorite one you've done. Great show of talent right here
This is great man, I like how you keep in the pocket and don't go with crazy chops like is no tomorrow, you demostrate skills but with out being a show-off.
DUDE! This was beast! I just love how every single hit flows with the entire song. Once again GREAT job.
Your independence around the kit is phenomenal, nice work.
Wow i love the deep punchiness of all the toms
Luke ive only gotten chills from listening to music twice in my life. I hit replay twice btw
***** smooth....
Man, I love this and always come back for more!! Nice work man!
Love it. Luke, you're such an inspiration and I strive to become as good as you every day. Keep it up!
i love the groove Luke. Awesomeness
Man I wish I had Luke's kit! It's just so great XD
A true master of the art of percussions 🙏
Really cool cover! One of the best since some time.
Man, you've gotten really good at playing to the song and showcasing your grooves at the same time. Great stuff, bru!
One of the best drummers on the planet.
I‘ve never seen a drummer that fitted in so well
It's not weird at all Mr Chase. I agree 100%! Amazing Mr. Luke!
This kit sounds absolutely incredible. Nice work on the new remix man!
loving the toms' sound!
You're an absolute champ! Never stop playing
That entire kit sounds godly.
You took this entire song to another level!!!
I honestly cannot stop watching this. Great job man.
I'm liking how that sleeve is coming along.
amazing drumming as always, i enjoy seeing your covers like this that arent over the top. they accomplish exactly what they need. only thing i would recommend is for all the ride work that you do in the song it could use its own mic to help pick up the sticking
lov it and keep coming back to it!!
Excellent as always! You're an inspiration, keep it up Luke!
Yet another fantastic job. You are A FREAKIN BOSS!
Oh man, you are GENIUS!
Way to go Luke! Another great cover! Edit was good as well! keep it up! Inspirational