Thomas Lang Learns "Lux Æterna" As Fast As Possible

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  • Опубліковано 27 кві 2024
  • Drumeo loves daring drummers to learn songs on the spot - especially if it's in a style they don't normally play. International clinician Thomas Lang is one of the only pros we've challenged who really isn't confined to one or two genres: he plays everything from fusion to metal.
    We asked him to learn "Lux Æterna" from Metallica's 2023 album 72 Seasons. As fast as possible.
    (He'd never heard the song before, but we did let him listen to the original drum part to see if he could quickly replicate it!)
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    00:54 - Active Listening
    04:30 - First Take
    06:34 - Final Take
    09:54 - Song Analysis
    11:14 - Outro
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 3,7 тис.

  • @DrumeoOfficial
    @DrumeoOfficial  Рік тому +465

    WOW! What an incredible performance! Great job Thomas! Want to try Drumeo? Here's a FREE 7-DAY TRIAL 👉🏼 www.drumeo.com/trial/ 🫶

    • @sammoussa8
      @sammoussa8 Рік тому +5

      Thank you for bringing Thomas to Drumeo!!!!!! He's my absolute favorite drummer of all time. Not only he can play ANYTHING and makes it look effortless, he's also really funny, cool, and inspirational. I love watching him talk and play the drums. Thomas is THE MAN!!

    • @jameslocklear8715
      @jameslocklear8715 Рік тому +2

      @@sammoussa8 I agree! I love it when professional drummers do stuff like this. It brings back memories to me in a classic rock band. The band says learn this and I put on the headphones and listen over and over then I'm ready to play in 20 minutes.

    • @klappenhalter
      @klappenhalter Рік тому +1

      Awesome content! Is there a notation course on drumeo to create effective drum sheets like this?

    • @ricorofficial
      @ricorofficial Рік тому +1

      Drumeo Can we see Thomas learn a jazz tune the way that Larnell learned a metal tune? Thanks

    • @jrod2510
      @jrod2510 11 місяців тому

      So, so, so much better when you give the drummer the song without the drum track to see what they come up with before hearing the actual drums for the first time!

  • @aizatms
    @aizatms Рік тому +3793

    Can we have just Thomas Lang narrate the drums with his "verbal drumming". Thats entertaining by itself 😂

    • @t3hgir
      @t3hgir Рік тому +94

      if you can sing it you can play it

    • @gaspar-animal-ribeiro5414
      @gaspar-animal-ribeiro5414 Рік тому +47

      ​@@t3hgir facts
      My teachers always told me to sing my parts, didn't matter if it was classical percussion or metal drumming. Sing it, and you can (most likely) play it. Specially if, along with singing, you practice your vocabulary behind the kit.

    • @NukaNerd
      @NukaNerd Рік тому +28

      I want him talking to another drummer in that language xD Full on conversation

    • @Rafutah
      @Rafutah Рік тому +146

      HoogachigaHoogachigaHoogachigaHoogachiga BoschBoschBosch

    • @isihernandez9752
      @isihernandez9752 Рік тому +21

      Oh man, for a moment I felt like I have learnt German... 😂

  • @aragusea
    @aragusea Рік тому +3136

    The man is a treasure.

  • @dudesidabe8243
    @dudesidabe8243 9 місяців тому +1062

    Please have him do this again. His energy is infectious, and his talent/experience is incredible.

  • @user-gb7en7yg6q
    @user-gb7en7yg6q 6 місяців тому +135

    *"Hugabagahugabaga"*
    - Lang, Thomas ,2023

  • @kbeeps141
    @kbeeps141 Рік тому +6134

    In case anyone forgot, this guy auditioned for Dream Theater. This is the equivalent of making Gordon Ramsay learn how to make a sandwich.

    • @Quake18
      @Quake18 Рік тому +202

      A peanut butter, banana, bacon, and mayonnaise sandwich

    • @danielfabra8554
      @danielfabra8554 Рік тому +33

      KKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK perfect

    • @davidsena7368
      @davidsena7368 Рік тому +133

      If DT was a sandwich only guys would eat it and their partners would be waiting outside pretending they get the 17/8 time signatures.

    • @olliemedsy
      @olliemedsy Рік тому +318

      The point is about the process of learning a song quickly for a session, not whether or not Thomas lang can play a Metallica song.

    • @shellbournian
      @shellbournian Рік тому +82

      fun fact Gordon Ramsay is best known for making hamburgers... ie sandwiches

  • @joshkuhnmusic
    @joshkuhnmusic Рік тому +1165

    Love how he adds his own flare without taking away from the song. True pro shit. Everyone knows how good Thomas is, but he wasn't showing off. Just serving the song.

    • @Mari000
      @Mari000 Рік тому +38

      Agreed. A few fills here and there to “spice” it up was excellent without taking over the song.

    • @michaelmorningstar8645
      @michaelmorningstar8645 Рік тому +5

      He was trying to keep up.

    • @sbeqstion
      @sbeqstion Рік тому +31

      ​@@michaelmorningstar8645yea bro😂

    • @redrick8900
      @redrick8900 Рік тому +4

      @@sbeqstion Look at how exhausted he is at the end, and he wasn't hitting half as hard.

    • @RollerdinoGaming
      @RollerdinoGaming Рік тому +22

      @@michaelmorningstar8645 lmao go listen to some of his music, he plays this song with 1 hand and 1 foot if you ask him to

  • @away69
    @away69 4 місяці тому +252

    Dude must be a dream to work with, very professional, gets the song in 1-2 takes, but also seems to be a fun charismatic guy to be around. I say bring him on again!

    • @camthesooner123
      @camthesooner123 2 місяці тому +3

      That’s Thomas Lang my friend. He’s AMAZING

  • @clsanchez77
    @clsanchez77 7 місяців тому +308

    Honestly, Im more impressed with his “Hookachigga” than the drumming. Really nails it.

    • @drumbeard
      @drumbeard 5 місяців тому +3

      That's actually sad, cause he is really very skilled.

    • @virgil5650
      @virgil5650 5 місяців тому +5

      @@drumbeard he's playing a Metallica song...15 year old drummers can do this

    • @clsanchez77
      @clsanchez77 5 місяців тому +7

      @@drumbeard pssttt…it’s a joke. Yes he skilled….very skilled.

    • @drumbeard
      @drumbeard 5 місяців тому +1

      @@clsanchez77 well, irony wasn't as obvious as you think :P

    • @dorianrustik6880
      @dorianrustik6880 3 місяці тому +2

      ​@@virgil5650ah yeah miss those days

  • @mfnuggy
    @mfnuggy Рік тому +883

    After seeing him throw a lead sheet together so quickly, I’d love a video explaining how to effectively create lead sheets and learn songs faster

    • @ricorofficial
      @ricorofficial Рік тому +7

      write write write write

    • @prahadrumsofficial
      @prahadrumsofficial 11 місяців тому

      Yesssss

    • @ds-zd9qz
      @ds-zd9qz 11 місяців тому +4

      that prob just comes from sheer experience

    • @mejsjalv
      @mejsjalv 11 місяців тому +10

      1. get a good ear
      2. learn to read music
      3. learn to transcribe

    • @ivan-lk3hi
      @ivan-lk3hi 11 місяців тому +2

      Charts se llaman, especie de partituras pero mucho más simplificado y sin seguir todas las reglas

  • @wintyrqueen
    @wintyrqueen Рік тому +299

    The coolest thing about this is how much fun he’s clearly having

  • @mvanderwalt
    @mvanderwalt 10 місяців тому +540

    2:33 until 3:03 will now forever be my standard go-to meme of how drummers communicate. 😅🤣🥁

    • @goodxwolf
      @goodxwolf 9 місяців тому +2

      📌👌🏻😂

    • @dsdm407
      @dsdm407 8 місяців тому +19

      And on 10:49 ))

    • @magnusbogren8519
      @magnusbogren8519 8 місяців тому +53

      hooga baga hooga baga!

    • @Chrispbacon94
      @Chrispbacon94 7 місяців тому +21

      @@magnusbogren8519I love that UA-cam suggests “translate to English” yet we somehow understand perfectly

    • @browncoat697
      @browncoat697 7 місяців тому +5

      It's not even a meme that's just how we talk lmao

  • @aroimicaraffu
    @aroimicaraffu 8 місяців тому +172

    Whats amazed me the most, it is not how fast he learned the song but how much fun he had playing it!

  • @34LOLWTF
    @34LOLWTF Рік тому +1200

    I love the respect he showed to Lars. No bad mouthing, only compliments about the drum part.

    • @yeahbuddy666
      @yeahbuddy666 Рік тому +32

      Wasn’t it just a computer? I honestly doubt Lars tracked that

    • @alpha.primus8258
      @alpha.primus8258 Рік тому +168

      @@yeahbuddy666 dude watch them live and ask yourself again.

    • @34LOLWTF
      @34LOLWTF Рік тому +139

      @Barndonn I implore you check out live performances of the song and stop beating a dead horse. Lars' parts aren't just computers. Lords of Summer maybe, but he can play Lux Æterna live just fine. The point is that he came up with the drum part and most likely the song structure. It's not all about technical ability. They've been at it since '81 for a reason.

    • @jamesnunn7181
      @jamesnunn7181 Рік тому +11

      @@yeahbuddy666you’re mad

    • @HamsterCrusher13
      @HamsterCrusher13 Рік тому

      @@34LOLWTF ua-cam.com/video/LxbNEjK2Hco/v-deo.html

  • @JonSudano
    @JonSudano 11 місяців тому +487

    Hoogabaga hoogabaga hoogabaga hoogabaga

    • @Mulukkis
      @Mulukkis 3 місяці тому +8

      ysch, ysch!

    • @Sporacle
      @Sporacle 2 місяці тому +2

      Rutabaga

    • @L.argemike
      @L.argemike 2 місяці тому +1

      somebody once told me

    • @denismontana
      @denismontana 2 місяці тому +1

      by far the best definition of groove. if you know what I mean

    • @stanpopovsky
      @stanpopovsky Місяць тому +1

      blaaaaaaah!

  • @frozenheroe3771
    @frozenheroe3771 8 місяців тому +105

    Thomas Lang is just built different. Absolutely love his energy and passion. This man knows how to have fun.

  • @ethanparr
    @ethanparr 7 місяців тому +102

    Man nailed his Dream Theater audition. Not surprised to see him kill this too. What a powerhouse.

    • @arqz4821
      @arqz4821 4 місяці тому +5

      Wouldn’t exactly say he nailed it, he nailed DT’s actual songs, but he failed in one sector. They gave him an unknown prog riff, and he had to come up with his own drum part as fast as possible, now thats where his young arrogance got the best of him and thats also how Dream Theater did not select him. He’s definitely more mature, still an absolute unit of a drummer. He was arrogant and usually showed off at a young age, but now he really professionally display’s the level he truly is on without ruining the song, but rather by serving it

    • @lingonberriesofwrath1836
      @lingonberriesofwrath1836 2 місяці тому +3

      @@arqz4821 He did nail that audition. The video of the audition that Dream Theater chose to show was edited in a way so that Mike would appear to be the superior drummer. But all of the other drummers were technical equals. Knowing Thomas work, that he would have trouble with DT stuff is impossible. It's just that they showed clips where he would come off as having problems. I'm pretty sure you could edit that video in a way so that Mike would seem like a total noob.

    • @chiragnegi6276
      @chiragnegi6276 2 місяці тому

      You really think an anime fan will understand that anyone can manipulate a video they believe in anything if there's a video for it​@@lingonberriesofwrath1836

    • @arqz4821
      @arqz4821 2 місяці тому +3

      @@lingonberriesofwrath1836 fair enough. I'm not implying that he can't do DT stuff. Just saying that he was young and arrogant at that DT audition, He has since learned better now. I still agree that he's an absolutely great drummer. Just that he wasn't as experienced back then.

    • @lordad
      @lordad Місяць тому +1

      @arqz4821 Man that Dream Theater thing was really fake. Marco Minnemann explained a couple years later how this really went. He was invited for the show despite stating to them that he has no intention of joining and only knows 3 Dream Theater Songs while not even having a single record (CD) of them . They said that it doesnt matter and he should come anyways. It was never a competition and they werent searching for a drummer... they knew they wanted Mike Mangini and then just invited some exceptional good drummers for having a fun show.

  • @marcuscorvinus8927
    @marcuscorvinus8927 Рік тому +493

    As dream theatre said, Thomas is just a powerhouse! His energy and optimism is just going through the roof! I can watch this all day.

    • @mrhyde2250
      @mrhyde2250 Рік тому +21

      He hits VERY hard for a virtuoso type. He leans in and hits hard. Some of these guys are overly obsessed with dynamics when all out balls is sometimes more appropriate. I love his attitude and ability to just ROCK!

    • @romanloosli1783
      @romanloosli1783 Рік тому

      As much as I love for Dirk to do the European leg of the tour because of Lars not being available, I hate the fact we didn't get Thomas to fill in this summer 😢

    • @HugoStiglitz88
      @HugoStiglitz88 Рік тому +1

      Another amazing drummer that hits hard is Matt Halpern. Thomas is an awesome metal drummer too

    • @alfredkontar9698
      @alfredkontar9698 Рік тому

      ​@@indyjones7841 And he was called powerhorse, not powerhouse.😊

    • @or1on89
      @or1on89 Рік тому +1

      And then they took Mangini, that honestly could learn a thing of two from Lang in terms of expression and feeling while hitting hard.

  • @theShredwarrior
    @theShredwarrior Рік тому +735

    I love the respect Thomas has for Lars' take as he's processing the song.
    With that said, Lang crushed this.

    • @johnosstreeter
      @johnosstreeter 11 місяців тому +6

      Imagine Met-li-ca with this guy. Lars who?

    • @arturogonzalez8402
      @arturogonzalez8402 11 місяців тому +2

      ​@@johnosstreetermmm feeling vs tech

    • @johnosstreeter
      @johnosstreeter 11 місяців тому +3

      @@arturogonzalez8402 nah. Mr lang breaks the little rocker in Two at every level.

    • @ScottyDoesntKnow69
      @ScottyDoesntKnow69 11 місяців тому +2

      Never been a Lars fan ever, I love Metallica but at this point I have to give Lars credit to still write/play like this at 60+ years old.

    • @johnosstreeter
      @johnosstreeter 11 місяців тому +4

      @@ScottyDoesntKnow69 59 years of age. And a 55 year old wipes him in 3 tries.

  • @aaronchapman3
    @aaronchapman3 8 місяців тому +41

    This guy is frickin awesome, truly great personality and drumming ability. Loved his appreciation of music and his complete lack of embarrassment regarding looking silly with the ooga boogas and whatnot. The world needs more people like Thomas Lang ❤

  • @pitpride1220
    @pitpride1220 7 місяців тому +25

    His energy is so infectious! You can tell he had a blast and likes the song.

  • @TargetHHH101
    @TargetHHH101 Рік тому +356

    He is an absolute unit on drums.

    • @richharris9489
      @richharris9489 Рік тому

      He's ok lol 😆

    • @hectorsanaifric343
      @hectorsanaifric343 Рік тому +2

      ​@@richharris9489 😂

    • @Egoblivion
      @Egoblivion Рік тому +3

      He’s actually THE BEAST itself on drums. Literally _evil._ 🤣

    • @richharris9489
      @richharris9489 Рік тому

      @@Egoblivion insane

    • @Egoblivion
      @Egoblivion Рік тому +3

      @@richharris9489 because “absolute unit” doesn’t quite fit this guy’s frighteningly devastating prowess. Insane description for insane skills.

  • @reillyjenkins4800
    @reillyjenkins4800 Рік тому +356

    As a drummer, this is easily my favourite series on youtube. Being able to see what that next level is as a professional is eye-opening and inspiring. Thank you Drumeo, thank you Thomas Lang.

  • @BahamutBreaker
    @BahamutBreaker 5 місяців тому +24

    This guy rocks! He genuinely looks like he’s having fun, while simultaneously absolutely killing this track.

  • @intoit1074
    @intoit1074 6 місяців тому +20

    I love these pro musicians that come in and nail these songs even tho it’s outside of their genre. Pure masters of their craft. They can play anything

  • @irrsinnrainer
    @irrsinnrainer Рік тому +387

    I really like the drum mix you guys have going in these videos. And oh my god his playing is so fuckin' clean. He stays pretty close to the original but the things Thomas changes really elevate the song.

    • @windog551
      @windog551 Рік тому +5

      Different drum set different player. Lars drums are more gritty not supposed to sound clean.

    • @lerdmeistermaier740
      @lerdmeistermaier740 Рік тому

      meddl

    • @ghostrobot3714
      @ghostrobot3714 Рік тому +15

      @@windog551 Lmao

    • @AvStevieStevenJamesDrums
      @AvStevieStevenJamesDrums Рік тому +1

      Two takeaways - 1: just noticed the Vic Firth snare stick bag, how cool is that? I’ve been a drummer for 40+ years, I was looking at the bass drum camera view and realized 2: Thomas’s mallet placement, they were choked a bit. I thought, wait are the center of my mallets in the center of the head? No. They were higher. I always had my mallet’s too high (yes I play double bass). What an increase in speed. Thanks Drumeo cast and crew for all you do.

    • @scenoptica
      @scenoptica Рік тому

      No kidding! I don't care for the original, but the drums sound sublime here.

  • @Raiderfan123
    @Raiderfan123 Рік тому +488

    Lang is widely recognized as one of the drumming greats. It’s no surprise he did so well.

    • @SgtZaqq
      @SgtZaqq Рік тому +71

      I read that as "Lars is widely recognized.." and was very confused.

    • @selfmadedrummer18
      @selfmadedrummer18 11 місяців тому

      Omg same. Saw “Lars” first. How much did Lars and company pay this studio to kiss his ass? “Lars is back!” 🤮🤮🤮🤮

    • @Dan16673
      @Dan16673 10 місяців тому +4

      ​@@SgtZaqq lol me too

    • @onestep87
      @onestep87 9 місяців тому

      Yes, I actually saw what I came for. :-) Great performance!

    • @tioswift3676
      @tioswift3676 5 місяців тому

      @@SgtZaqqLMFAO

  • @coltonconrad3951
    @coltonconrad3951 7 місяців тому +21

    My drum hero for the past decade speed-covering my favorite childhood drummer. Thank you, Drumeo.

  • @viv8871
    @viv8871 6 місяців тому +26

    This was so much fun to watch, Thomas is an amazing drummer and his use of onomatopia is hilarious.

  • @Gillydrums
    @Gillydrums Рік тому +388

    That fact that he's adding in paradiddles to the snare rolls to make it more interesting on the first try, while being funny and chill as ever, is just inspiring! What a guy 🙌

    • @petedog9581
      @petedog9581 8 місяців тому +3

      Rim click accents too.

    • @mikesmith30000
      @mikesmith30000 7 місяців тому +1

      Elevated it way beyond the original just on the first go

    • @browncoat697
      @browncoat697 7 місяців тому

      I think there's a second reason - getting a bit more windup on the crash cymbal hit. I know I've thrown in an unneeded paradiddle or whatever just to give myself one more eighth note to wind up for a big crash.

  • @IwinTHEGAMEOFTHRONES
    @IwinTHEGAMEOFTHRONES Рік тому +93

    Lang is a madman on drums at 55 years old! Exactly who I strive to be like when I reach that age

    • @briankcr4306
      @briankcr4306 Рік тому +4

      Damn! His 55 already? What an absolute unit

  • @Bsquared1972
    @Bsquared1972 8 місяців тому +19

    This guy is from another planet. Definitely in my top two for best drummer ever.

  • @xdoctorblindx
    @xdoctorblindx 10 місяців тому +19

    One of the most impressive things I've seen a musician do. A true pro.

  • @mobilesuitderka
    @mobilesuitderka Рік тому +203

    You can emulate Thomas' playing at home but his mind and energy are one of a kind! SO awesome

    • @jakubkrasowski3531
      @jakubkrasowski3531 Рік тому +20

      The point is you can't actually emulate his drumming😂

    • @frikkied2638
      @frikkied2638 Рік тому +11

      I'm glad you can emulate his drumming at home 😂

    • @GovSchnitzel
      @GovSchnitzel Рік тому

      OK, show us. It’s UA-cam

    • @jerome8670
      @jerome8670 Рік тому

      Maaaan Metallica smashed it 😍
      Thom is another level ….. god I do miss drumming 😅

  • @ArenHill
    @ArenHill Рік тому +225

    You can never underestimate the importance of a lead sheet - I once got booked for a recording where the artist sent me some rough demos without drums. I wrote out the lead sheets and got some ideas for parts to play for the rehearsal the next day. Turned up to the studio and found out that there'd been a miscommunication - it wasn't a rehearsal, it was the recording! I had to make up my parts on the spot based on a few listens, and without those lead sheets we would have been there for days. Always be prepared!

  • @jkf9167
    @jkf9167 5 місяців тому +6

    These are like skate videos where everyone cheers on the guy learning the trick and gets all excited when someone does something cool.

  • @juandavidbitar4993
    @juandavidbitar4993 7 місяців тому +5

    Love his energy...the more I watch this, the higher on my list of favourites it goes! Awesome vid!!!

  • @iLikeToHitThings
    @iLikeToHitThings Рік тому +67

    A master and true professional. No showing off, but not dumbing it down… serves the music perfectly. Perfect feel. What a G.

  • @ibinTZY
    @ibinTZY Рік тому +123

    Thomas Lang...what a monster. Always loved the sets where he played with Paul Gilbert. Different kind of energy with him on the kit.

    • @HNedel
      @HNedel Рік тому +2

      Ah yes, those 45 minute non-stop medleys 😅

    • @ibinTZY
      @ibinTZY Рік тому

      @@HNedel hhahaha yeahhh OG Paul Gilbert songs

  • @severeflows
    @severeflows 6 місяців тому +6

    One of my favorites, this guy’s energy is awesome can’t wait to see more videos with him

  • @bernhardseewald6828
    @bernhardseewald6828 9 місяців тому +8

    I have no idea of drumming, but this guy is great, full of energy, velocity and convincement!!! Really nice, what a talent!!

  • @elementsofphysicalreality
    @elementsofphysicalreality Рік тому +86

    And that’s why he teaches at Musicians Institute in Hollywood. Him and Larnell are next level understanding of drums and music. More content like this please. Ask Dennis to deconstruct his drum solo on CAB.

  • @geodio
    @geodio Рік тому +46

    My favorite tweak he did was so minor, but really gave his take momentum. At 9:23 he does straight 8ths with kick/snare for a bar and half before beginning the 16th notes. Whereas Lars used 16th across it all. It's so small, but I heard it immediately and felt it gave it that final anticipation. Amazing drummer (and a quick study, wow).

  • @H_mzaS
    @H_mzaS 10 місяців тому +15

    Incredible how quickly he learned the song. I just love the facial expressions while playing the song.

  • @drewbocop
    @drewbocop 8 місяців тому +3

    One of my absolute favorite drummers for a long time! I wish you guys would show the cheat sheets they make up close. I would love to see that.

  • @pascal219
    @pascal219 Рік тому +257

    If Lars would see this video! It would put a huge smile on his face. Getting a compliment is always nice. But for a drummer getting this compliment from Thomas Lang is something else. So awesome!

    • @sirdrum-a-lot
      @sirdrum-a-lot Рік тому +11

      If Lars saw this video he'd probably click off immediately cuz the comments are all making fun of him

    • @pascal219
      @pascal219 Рік тому +36

      ​@@sirdrum-a-lotYou think Lars would care that much? The guy is in a band who sold millions of records, earned millions of dollars, travelled all around the globe. And he definitly could practise more his drumming or maybe get some lessons from Thomas. 😅

    • @HugoStiglitz88
      @HugoStiglitz88 Рік тому +7

      Also Lars is still a pivotal part of the band and a leader of the band.
      Plus I think if Lars really was at all insecure, he would try to get better LOL but he clearly doesn't. He just tries to maintain what he does

    • @Zort2257
      @Zort2257 Рік тому +8

      @@HugoStiglitz88 why you guys always do this to lars ? Talking like he is not a good drummer ?? Well he is a great drummer.
      One idiot started this and everyone follows him.

    • @HugoStiglitz88
      @HugoStiglitz88 Рік тому +4

      @@Zort2257 did I say he wasn't a good drummer? I just said he has room for improvement but instead tries to maintain what he does. I almost added that he's getting older so maintaining is what makes the most sense but I didn't
      Eitherway, saying he has room for improvement is not an insult in anyway. WE ALL have room for improvement. Even the best drummers in the world will tell you they can get better.
      To a certain extent I agree that the whole meme that Lars is bad is ridiculous. Is he the best drummer in metal? No. But he's been doing his job well for decades and he's in his 60s or 70s. Playing metal isn't even easy for teenagers unless they practice a lot let alone dudes Lars age

  • @jeffreyhyder2429
    @jeffreyhyder2429 Рік тому +480

    It’s weird hearing a ride cymbal on a Metallica song. Lars literally doesn’t have one on his kit.

    • @henryspragens6430
      @henryspragens6430 Рік тому +14

      💀💀💀

    • @Alex-Grt
      @Alex-Grt Рік тому +47

      Indeed. But in the early days he had one 🔥 so it’s kinda better this way🎉

    • @ResDogsMrPink
      @ResDogsMrPink Рік тому +8

      But he does use bells

    • @darth_vyper
      @darth_vyper Рік тому +12

      Eccentricities man, i can only guess why he doesnt have one, id prefer it over the china tho

    • @Arthur-ke9vz
      @Arthur-ke9vz Рік тому +6

      It’s a solid, great choice to delete the ride

  • @liamrochford3649
    @liamrochford3649 7 місяців тому +5

    Im not a musician but I love music. I've just discovered this channel and its bloody brilliant. Every drummer is excellent in their own style and are doing unreal interpretations of the songs given to them. Hats off to all concerned including the creators of the channel. Its awesome entertainment to see the skills on show.....thank you.👏

  • @UnitedRedDevils
    @UnitedRedDevils 8 місяців тому +2

    Amazing watching his process 🤘 Thomas is a beast. Quite animated & entertaining, as well. Great stuff

  • @PitchforkStudios
    @PitchforkStudios Рік тому +43

    I want more Thomas Lang just playing drums with his voice!

  • @tucoluiz
    @tucoluiz 11 місяців тому +420

    He always will be in my thoughts in how Dream Theater would sound with him behind the kit. Nothing against Mangini, but Lang is Lang!

    • @chillydill4703
      @chillydill4703 11 місяців тому +16

      Totally agree. Mangini is a beast but Lang is Lang, he's so good.

    • @C42ST3N
      @C42ST3N 10 місяців тому +42

      @@chillydill4703 Mangini suited the band personally the best i think, but marco minnemann and lang are just unbeatable.

    • @thiagocustodio8177
      @thiagocustodio8177 10 місяців тому +19

      I sometimes think about the same thing, but all records with Mangini are super boring.

    • @jeffferryyyrippppp4629
      @jeffferryyyrippppp4629 9 місяців тому +3

      @@thiagocustodio8177couldn’t agree more his parts are just blah filling a void

    • @ak47dragunov
      @ak47dragunov 9 місяців тому +19

      @@C42ST3N Not to rehash the obvious, but it really was Portnoy that fit them best

  • @N01ANDO
    @N01ANDO 8 місяців тому

    Absolutely LOVE this dudes energy! Awesome!

  • @stconklin11
    @stconklin11 3 місяці тому +4

    The man becomes part of the kit like the engine in a Ferrari. Been watching in amazement for 10 years and can’t get over how cool of a guy he seems to be.

  • @honigdachs.
    @honigdachs. Рік тому +61

    Thomas Lang is an absolute legend! I like his counting and yelling during the performance. If that was somehow audible in the overheads, as a producer I'd keep it 😄

  • @jamesrichardsutton
    @jamesrichardsutton Рік тому +67

    This absolutely made my day. Thomas is such a fun and positively inspiring musician.

  • @user-gz7ei4ce1y
    @user-gz7ei4ce1y 8 місяців тому +1

    So much fun watching he's impressions of sounds. The man is a legend!

  • @jo3hamilton
    @jo3hamilton 7 місяців тому

    Dude, this guys is amazing! So fun to watch the process!

  • @SentientSeven
    @SentientSeven Рік тому +28

    Hearing him do those double kick parts is absolutely mesmerizing.

  • @due_2477
    @due_2477 Рік тому +121

    I really love his appreciation for Metallica, he's on another planet but still pays respect

    • @yrussq
      @yrussq Рік тому

      On another planet technically - no doubt, on another planet musically, success and fame -wise obviously. Except Metallica and Lars are sending him their condolences from their planet. Thomas is just a talented player. If you disagree i would be more than eager to hear 5 great tracks he composed.

    • @due_2477
      @due_2477 Рік тому +4

      @@yrussq of course I was talking technically

  • @labisch1983
    @labisch1983 7 місяців тому +4

    His performing and his "pointing sounds" that he uses are remarkable... A true drummer player... 🤩🤩🤩🤩

  • @mphillips4324
    @mphillips4324 9 місяців тому

    I absolutely love this dude's energy. BIG fan!

  • @vgaportauthority9932
    @vgaportauthority9932 Рік тому +47

    When he sings Lux Æternaaaaa.. Every time I think about the soundtrack to the arcade classic Daytona... It's just such a sharp strong tone in his voice.

    • @vincentknuth8189
      @vincentknuth8189 Рік тому +1

      Let’s go away

    • @2112SNEEK
      @2112SNEEK Рік тому

      ua-cam.com/video/FWcJufiBqoU/v-deo.html Oh man! Still the best gaming experience ever IMHO..

  • @moonfire23
    @moonfire23 Рік тому +93

    This guy has been my favorite drummer since 2007. The guy is insane in his foot/hand coordination and has so much power!

    • @DanielHernandezemprende
      @DanielHernandezemprende Рік тому +2

      Same here, man. He's a beast

    • @redrick8900
      @redrick8900 Рік тому

      His hand cymbal coordination could use some work.

    • @ax7Chris
      @ax7Chris Рік тому +6

      ​@@redrick8900 okay, show us how to do better. 107 comments on your account just shitting on pro Drummers... 😂😂

    • @redrick8900
      @redrick8900 Рік тому

      @@ax7Chris Making things up about me and pretending to laugh isn't making me wrong.

    • @ax7Chris
      @ax7Chris Рік тому +3

      ​​@@redrick8900 Dude... What is your point? That lars is better than Thomas, because he sold more records? Thomas Lang is one of the best session drummers out there. And this Video just reached 300K Views in 3 days. So who are you, with 4 Subscribers, to write stupid comments about his abilities? 😂

  • @mrgherkin4901
    @mrgherkin4901 5 місяців тому +5

    This mix on this is out of this world! The Snare! ❤

  • @user-zn1nn5xd1f
    @user-zn1nn5xd1f 9 місяців тому +1

    I don't know any of these drummers but it's so fascinating to watch! And Thomas Lang is the best student of them all. He did everything perfectly, listened to it again, kept notes and all. Loved his facial expressions and voice mimics of the music.

  • @jesselucero4581
    @jesselucero4581 Рік тому +42

    He has Nicko McBrain energy! Its something I love about both Thomas and Nicko, they both somehow carry their passion and energy so perfectly into every performance.

  • @victorarellanom
    @victorarellanom Рік тому +67

    He nailed it, no doubt about it. And let’s remember back in time at DT’s audition James LaBrie mentioned that Thomas is a “power hose”, pure energy. So we couldn’t expect less that this

    • @taunokekkonen5733
      @taunokekkonen5733 Рік тому +14

      A power hose? Something to wash stubborn stains with?

    • @NPC-30
      @NPC-30 10 місяців тому +5

      Powerhouse. It's his Canadian accent.

  • @InnerFrei
    @InnerFrei 8 місяців тому

    I enjoyed a lot the video! Thanks Thomas, this was AMAZING

  • @jackNimoy
    @jackNimoy 6 місяців тому

    This was by far one of my favorite UA-cam uploads I’ve watched in a long time.

  • @JB-bi4lf
    @JB-bi4lf Рік тому +161

    I like how he incorporated the ride cymbal. The riff is reminiscent of Kill Em All and Lars used the ride quite a bit on that album

    • @Metalgooze
      @Metalgooze Рік тому +20

      Agree! I really miss the ride cymbals, now completely omitted from Lars' kits. I have always liked him as a drummer but my biggest gripe would be the over use of china and completely sacrificing the ride.

    • @Mr.Bogaard
      @Mr.Bogaard Рік тому

      Before he just went China crazy hahaha

    • @Ravage4
      @Ravage4 Рік тому

      Thomas Lang’s take on this song is just so much more interesting to listen to because of this 👌🏻

    • @eggysauce
      @eggysauce Рік тому +2

      Lars mentions he doesn't like the feel and the pingy characteristic of ride cymbals. Last time he ever used one was on Fixxxer's first live performance not too long ago.
      I miss the ride, glad Lang's used it here. Fits great!

    • @jd0879
      @jd0879 Рік тому

      @@eggysauceHe literally used one yesterday on Until It Sleeps

  • @TheJDog2112
    @TheJDog2112 10 місяців тому +47

    Hoogadigga will forever be the new way I count 16th note double bass drum patterns ;) I always love watching Thomas Lang play with power and emotion, he exudes the word “fun”!

    • @haywood12
      @haywood12 9 місяців тому +2

      It actually makes sense when you say it on beat with the kicks

  • @richiecomia3696
    @richiecomia3696 9 місяців тому +10

    A couple things:
    Love how Thomas vocalizes the drums parts. You know immediately what he's talking about, but it's also hilarious! "Gunk, gunk, gunk, gunk...hoogabaga hoogabaga hoogabaga hoogabaga" 😅😅😅
    2. Drumeo, please get some FANS in the studio or lower the AC whenever you do these "1st time" videos. I feel like every drummer is covered in sweat afterwards 😂

    • @seancaceres619
      @seancaceres619 6 місяців тому +2

      Guy, one time long ago I had the same thought and then realized that 180 bpm on the double bass and 120 bpm on the snare is a full body workout, the body heats up faster than an A/C will cool it.
      It is what it is.

  • @backspacer92
    @backspacer92 8 місяців тому +6

    He is super fun to watch. Let him learn the whole album!

  • @calebkirby9109
    @calebkirby9109 Рік тому +109

    He's even nailing the facial expressions Lars would make.

    • @ash8298
      @ash8298 9 місяців тому +1

      The facial expressions are all that Lars has left.

  • @rfphicks
    @rfphicks Рік тому +20

    What's so awesome is just how much fun Thomas is having playing this track!

  • @theleid
    @theleid 5 місяців тому

    I love this one. I keep watching it. Great cover by Thomas!!

  • @mikemartin6857
    @mikemartin6857 6 місяців тому +1

    This is guy has my up most respect 🙌
    Amazing skill and ability to pick this up that quick!! 💯

  • @HForHairie
    @HForHairie Рік тому +28

    Thomas Lang such a powerhouse drummer🤘💥

    • @redrick8900
      @redrick8900 Рік тому

      No. He isn't. He's a typical conservatory drummer with no power. He's a lesser Mangini.

    • @HForHairie
      @HForHairie Рік тому +3

      @@redrick8900 well,he’s living in your head rent free

    • @redrick8900
      @redrick8900 Рік тому

      @@HForHairie I forget he exists whenever references to him are not in front of me.

  • @GirlFr13ay
    @GirlFr13ay 11 місяців тому +34

    In all honesty, I opened UA-cam this morning looking for some meditation videos and veered off into drum covers. Natural transition, wouldn't you say? Thomas is amazing in how quickly he puts stuff together. What I love the most is how much fun he shows this song is to play. I mean let's face it, drumming is the best meditation anyway, right? Thanks to everyone who made this possible. Metallica forever!

  • @JennyFromDaBlok25
    @JennyFromDaBlok25 6 місяців тому +4

    This Guy makes it look easy. He's incredibly talented and has a passion!

  • @ostinherro1507
    @ostinherro1507 7 місяців тому +3

    Wow..Lang is a real artist.
    Showing how to get fun with drums. Although this is only for fun but still delivered his heart and power through my ear set.
    Sometimes his face reminds me of David Foster...

  • @tobiasjacobsen_dk
    @tobiasjacobsen_dk 11 місяців тому +217

    Thomas plays drums better verbally than I do real drums 😂

    • @josephpapa0
      @josephpapa0 8 місяців тому +14

      Hoogabagaa

    • @Zebra_M
      @Zebra_M 8 місяців тому +3

      fouragabadagabada AH DA AHHH 😂 I love it so much

    • @swettyspaghtti
      @swettyspaghtti 7 місяців тому +2

      dugga dugaa UGH UGH UGH UGH!!

  • @joshgadenne
    @joshgadenne Рік тому +12

    Just doesn’t get any better than watching Thomas work. So good.

  • @nickedmondson1583
    @nickedmondson1583 2 місяці тому

    this video was F'ing brilliant, and Thomas's descriptions at the end... love it

  • @gmann212
    @gmann212 8 місяців тому +1

    This guys energy is infectious

  • @lukepaulson3428
    @lukepaulson3428 Рік тому +149

    People can say what they want but Lars is an iconic drummer and this is a great take on a great song. Thanks!

    • @suprchickn7745
      @suprchickn7745 Рік тому +19

      Yep and since he is a co-founder-no Lars, no Metallica. I love Lars' cymbal chokes, cymbal hits on 4, and all his other idiosyncrasies. Metallica wouldn't sound like them without Lars!

    • @aussiegaming9097
      @aussiegaming9097 Рік тому +3

      @@suprchickn7745 I don't know if it was Lars that inspired it but I love cymbal hits that accent the guitars and kicks that accent the bass, it's so fun to play and serves the band so well

    • @danielschmaderer
      @danielschmaderer Рік тому +17

      @@suprchickn7745 anytime Metallica has a different drummer fill in for Lars, it just sounds weird, even if that said drummer is 100x better.

    • @vovahimself
      @vovahimself Рік тому +9

      @@danielschmaderer right? I remember hearing some live shows with Joey Jordison and (I think?) the Dream Theater guy*, and GOSH those sounded weird. Not bad but not Metallica AT ALL.
      * Edit: The Slayer guy, thank you.

    • @robinyumnam2646
      @robinyumnam2646 Рік тому +2

      ​@@vovahimself not Dream Theater guy. It was Dave Lombardo, a slayer guy!

  • @whowastheoneguy4719
    @whowastheoneguy4719 11 місяців тому +123

    I'm not gonna lie I've never heard of this dude before, but the fact that he tried out for a Dream Theater says enough. Awesome video

    • @Skjelling
      @Skjelling 9 місяців тому +13

      this dude is an living austrian legend

    • @gregbester3855
      @gregbester3855 9 місяців тому +18

      Thomas Lang could quite easily be in the top five drummers to ever live dude! Maybe even the best!

    • @thewalkingrob8840
      @thewalkingrob8840 8 місяців тому +6

      Considered one of the best drummers in the world for a long time now. And not just band drummers

    • @sergioominetti8516
      @sergioominetti8516 8 місяців тому

      His stuff is really good. Many great songs with just amazing drums.

    • @youknowwho9247
      @youknowwho9247 7 місяців тому +1

      Never heard of him, or dream theater. 😅 I guess every profession has good people who aren't particularly well known to "normals".

  • @Raylis
    @Raylis 7 місяців тому

    pure energy!!! ❤

  • @vantasticvanmail
    @vantasticvanmail 7 місяців тому

    That was awesome! This series is awesome!

  • @ProbablyNot1121
    @ProbablyNot1121 Рік тому +110

    His excitement is infectious. This is obvious below his skill level but he’s still excited about it. Love it.

    • @alexdelcampo3606
      @alexdelcampo3606 Рік тому +18

      A song don't need to be complex to be good and very enjoyable.

    • @ProbablyNot1121
      @ProbablyNot1121 Рік тому +5

      @@alexdelcampo3606 agreed ☺️

    • @ThePizzablogger
      @ThePizzablogger 11 місяців тому +3

      Well below his skill level, but I love his comment that the song isn't difficult to play in itself, but is difficult to play with the right energy. And it would just be one song in a set. Good stuff.

  • @DavidMiller212
    @DavidMiller212 Рік тому +8

    OMG this is my first time seeing this guy. AMAZING to see his workflow and learn so quickly and efficiently. Respect!

  • @braden_clancy11
    @braden_clancy11 9 місяців тому +1

    this man has such an awesome presence and respect for other musicians, super inspiring

  • @davidcalderon2445
    @davidcalderon2445 8 місяців тому

    Awesome drumming and super great energy to go with it

  • @poopnukem4079
    @poopnukem4079 Рік тому +14

    It's cool to see how much fun he's having with this and that he doesn't try to overplay it, given that his technical ability far exceeds what he's playing.

  • @nyla3979
    @nyla3979 Рік тому +6

    Such a simple track for Thomas. Great as always!

  • @ericpower6879
    @ericpower6879 9 місяців тому +5

    This was by far my favorite from this series, you can tell Thomas just lives and breathes the drums

  • @rufusonemamzaho4011
    @rufusonemamzaho4011 8 місяців тому

    This guy having fun is something I extremely enjoy to watch. The dude is just delighted from the music WOW dude I can feel his joy

  • @ruidanin_rocker
    @ruidanin_rocker Рік тому +7

    That was ultra fun to watch! Thomas Lang is one of my top 5 favourite drummers!
    And he completely crushed this song!!!
    🤘😃🤘

  • @JonathanHolt1988
    @JonathanHolt1988 Рік тому +8

    Really good stuff. I love the way he made his lead sheet. Counting the measures between key drum syncopations was a great idea to help guide him.

  • @koonsickgreen6272
    @koonsickgreen6272 8 місяців тому

    mind blown and incredibly excited. just wow!