Gen makes it seems that he's playing easy stuff, he's so relaxed and happy. I also can't understand how he's able to play with those boots! He's a legend, nothing less.
Saw this man play in Vancouver,Canada many years ago when he played for Opeth. Opeth needed a drummer last minute and this guy learned their set in about a day! Pretty talented!
For all the drummers out there that gripe about not being able to play double bass because you can't afford a $1000 set of Trick pedals this video should serve as the biggest STFU ever. Gene Hoglan, pair of 25 year old Camcos, while wearing boots. Stop blaming your gear and practice.
There's a drummer with a UA-cam channel - Lux Drummerette - she plays double bass in stilettos - playing Slayer, Megadeth, Sepultura and other covers. Plays in a couple of bands too.
Love gene and his drumming...he just was so in the "drum groove" here 😎👍😊 it's also my happy place as a drummer myself. Locking in time and jamming just feels soo good.
Much like people, in this day and age, are still watching, in awe, videos of Buddy Rich from the 70s, people will watch Hoglan videos in 2050 or something, and realize that he is the greatest metal drummer who ever lived, perhaps one of the greatest drummers period. Thomas Lang and Johnny Rabb are pretty amazing technically, and so is Mike Mangini, but when it comes to laying down an awesome beat that fits a song to a T, no one comes close to Gene. Symbolic, by Death, is still, to this day, the greatest drum album ever IMHO. And I'm never wrong. So there.
Wanna hear something cool as hell? I had Gene living with me for a month. Hanging out, taking lessons, life tips, eating generally getting to know the person whom I idolized as a fan. One day he gets a call. He asks me if I had ever heard of Dethklok. After explaining the show and us watching some DVR'd episodes he tells me the phone call he just received was Brendon wanting him for drums on an upcoming album and tour. I was jumping out of my seat. How many people can say they were witness to someone enlistment to a project? Greatful doesn't even cover it. All I can say is, GENE HOGLAN is my bro and BFF as well as an musical idol. Thank Big Daddy, love ya!
Such a great drummer. He's known for his speed, which is astounding for sure, but what I love about Gene's playing is the parts he comes up, and the orchestration he uses to execute them. The Strapping Young Lad track "Almost Again" is a good example. That is an interesting beat that no other metal player would create/write. VERY musical player.
Haha! Fuck dude... Aside from how amazing, sublime, fluid, relaxed, economic and musically intelligent the playing is, the slight flams between the kick and snare makes it for me. So fucken good.
That’s not a marching snare, it’s the standard Pearl Free Floating brass in 14x8 (sadly discontinued, considering that was one of the best snares I’ve heard.).
Fuckin awesome gene! Brendon is an amazing musician as well and you two guys kill shit together man.. i really wanna hear the rest of the galaktikon stuff.. it's so different from the dethklok stuff.. But amazing none the less.. great track man.. keep it up bro..
Amazing drummer! Nice,Cool personality. I love the Camco pedals with the Danmar beaters. I use that same combo myself. Unfortunately I'm not as good as Gene.
Infuckingcredible drummer. Admittedly, as a drummer I find myself trying to copy him and Lombardo etc. etc. Gene I met you once in Edmonton, and we have a few mutual friends in common. Honestly you're probably in the top five living metal drummers. Top three, in fact. My own personal favourite.
I first discovered Hoglan through friends who asked if I’d play drums for their band. After listening, I hoped we’d still remain friends because fuck no! 😂🥁🙋♂️😂
Parabéns pelos vídeos. Gosto muito porque além de ser um grande Baterista, aprendendo suas técnicas devido a sensibilidade da edição do vídeo. Parabéns, Abraço!
I can't even count how many times I've watched him play live. Back when he lived in Vancouver it seemed like every other weekend one of his numerous side projects would play at a dirty little bar downtown. He would almost always be out on the floor to watch the other bands and mingle outside in between sets. Chatted with him a bunch and he's incredibly chill and down to earth, all around nice guy.
When they're doing the 7/8 part with the straight sticking and the crashes, his snare count keeps striking on the snare for every hit. Where is he hitting doubles to accommodate and not need to switch sticks?
Most people will never know the challenge of lefty players in a world dominated by right handed kits until a right handed player plays on a left handed kit. ps. Brovo to this guy if my previous point is in fact what is going on here and also thumbs up if not.
Dark Angels Leave Scars is one of my faves since 36 years! Drumming and riffing at its best! Best regards from Sweden and Germany!
No wasted motion with Gene. What a treat to watch and listen to.
Watching 'The Atomic Clock' play is like watching the sun rise. It comes naturally and effortlessly.
TOO NICE GENE!!!!!!!
Fucking beast. He drummed 95 percent of that with his eyes closed
He just feels the music, look at him just play with the eyes closed just vibing. He is just on another level
Dude plays the most insane patterns as if it were easy. Truly one of the greatest drummers to ever live
So fucking solid. Seriously one of the most technically proficient metal drummers of all time.
FanaticalDrummer your forgetting Dave Lombardo
maybe - lars from metallicas pretty good, splayer drummer, JFAC drummer... but yeah this dudes 10/10 but some break 10/10
Hoglan has recorded 1000% more records than Lombardo ever did @@Brandon_94
dude that snare is ENORMOUS i love it!!!
Gen makes it seems that he's playing easy stuff, he's so relaxed and happy. I also can't understand how he's able to play with those boots! He's a legend, nothing less.
Saw this man play in Vancouver,Canada many years ago when he played for Opeth. Opeth needed a drummer last minute and this guy learned their set in about a day! Pretty talented!
I'm sure Gene uses sheets to write out songs. If you know the measures.
Good to go.
@@patrickgelder-ph5yd yeah I his dvd he says he doesn't know how to read or write music he keeps it in his head memorizes.
I will never not be impressed watching this man drum
Gene Hogan is not only one of the best drummers ever, he’s also one of the nicest people. Keep rockin Mean Gene!
For all the drummers out there that gripe about not being able to play double bass because you can't afford a $1000 set of Trick pedals this video should serve as the biggest STFU ever. Gene Hoglan, pair of 25 year old Camcos, while wearing boots. Stop blaming your gear and practice.
Camcos? What’s the closest pedal to that nowadays?
There's a drummer with a UA-cam channel - Lux Drummerette - she plays double bass in stilettos - playing Slayer, Megadeth, Sepultura and other covers. Plays in a couple of bands too.
I always liked the camco pedals, the strap drive Pearls was a favorite also. I'm very pleased with my demon drives.
i play the drums barefoot i used dw pedals for years now i use tama pedals
some1 knows what the FUCK they're tak8ng about! its nigga GigDrummer. I got no clue i dont play drums. you sound On fuckiing P . O . I . N . T !
Love gene and his drumming...he just was so in the "drum groove" here 😎👍😊 it's also my happy place as a drummer myself. Locking in time and jamming just feels soo good.
Much like people, in this day and age, are still watching, in awe, videos of Buddy Rich from the 70s, people will watch Hoglan videos in 2050 or something, and realize that he is the greatest metal drummer who ever lived, perhaps one of the greatest drummers period. Thomas Lang and Johnny Rabb are pretty amazing technically, and so is Mike Mangini, but when it comes to laying down an awesome beat that fits a song to a T, no one comes close to Gene. Symbolic, by Death, is still, to this day, the greatest drum album ever IMHO. And I'm never wrong. So there.
I agree,.......Hoglan is tehnical and emotional drummer and he puts the right hits on the right places.
I would say Individual Thought Patterns is slightly better than Symbolic. But bother albums have some of the sickest drumming on a metal album period
Gene is just so fucking groovy.
Ummmm chris adler???
darkside from Mgla is a monster - maybe not in terms of influence but on every level of his own playing
Gene is one with his instrument, fucking amazing!
On top of being a machine, he writes some of the most fun and coolest drums in metal. 3:45 insane
Love how chilled he looks when he plays - definitely up for getting this DVD
Still, pound for pound (excuse the pun), the greatest HM drummer, ever. Nice guy, too.🤘🏻😎
Him and Richard Christy are in my Top 5.
LOL!!! I'll excuse you
Without dispute best metal drummer. That ive heard at least. Man the drums and percussion in this track is beautiful!!!
Wanna hear something cool as hell?
I had Gene living with me for a month. Hanging out, taking lessons, life tips, eating generally getting to know the person whom I idolized as a fan.
One day he gets a call. He asks me if I had ever heard of Dethklok. After explaining the show and us watching some DVR'd episodes he tells me the phone call he just received was Brendon wanting him for drums on an upcoming album and tour. I was jumping out of my seat.
How many people can say they were witness to someone enlistment to a project? Greatful doesn't even cover it. All I can say is, GENE HOGLAN is my bro and BFF as well as an musical idol.
Thank Big Daddy, love ya!
Paul Feldman amazing to hear that he seems to be a really cool guy, besides of being the most amazing extreme metal drummer of all time
Such a great drummer. He's known for his speed, which is astounding for sure, but what I love about Gene's playing is the parts he comes up, and the orchestration he uses to execute them. The Strapping Young Lad track "Almost Again" is a good example. That is an interesting beat that no other metal player would create/write. VERY musical player.
Absolutely amazing watching him play I think some parts he was doing it with his eyes closed
Sweet track, could watch you play all day everyday. Awesome shirt too.
@GeneHoglanOfficial we need more Galaktikon videos. Shits dope. 🤘
So smooth, so groovy... again, wicked snare!!!!
Is no one else going to mention he had his eyes closed? Gene is the GOAT
Incredible hellish grooves + incredible power + insane sounding drumkit < Gene Hoglan
Haha! Fuck dude... Aside from how amazing, sublime, fluid, relaxed, economic and musically intelligent the playing is, the slight flams between the kick and snare makes it for me. So fucken good.
Un gran maestro de la percusión siempre vigente. Saludos desde Chile, Gene!!!
For me the real king of metal drumming!
Gene is such an inspiration, such a cool dude too.
Brother... I know you would never say this aloud.... But YOU are the FKN man!!!! Much love from Texas
His precision is better than most drum machines.
He's so awesome he makes it look easy.
The master of metal at work!
I can't get over how fucking good that snare sounds.
Absolutely outstanding!
One of the greatets drummers of all times,
How old are those boots i swear ive seem those In all your videos lol
I remember Gene wearing those boots in the very first dvd
Maybe he's got 10 pairs
5 years later & great!"_
I love that marching snare. So dry and clean sounding.
That’s not a marching snare, it’s the standard Pearl Free Floating brass in 14x8 (sadly discontinued, considering that was one of the best snares I’ve heard.).
Fuckin awesome gene! Brendon is an amazing musician as well and you two guys kill shit together man.. i really wanna hear the rest of the galaktikon stuff.. it's so different from the dethklok stuff.. But amazing none the less.. great track man.. keep it up bro..
Amazing drummer! Nice,Cool personality. I love the Camco pedals with the Danmar beaters. I use that same combo myself. Unfortunately I'm not as good as Gene.
Hell yes gene! Sounds awesome!!!
I love this guy since the first time I heard him. It was a moment ago in my favorite band, DEATH !
I wish you'd bring back the proppeler cymbal back into your kit. BIIIIIIINNNNGGGG!
fucking awesome, I keep coming back to watch
gene always been the best he has hidden arms n legs
Infuckingcredible drummer. Admittedly, as a drummer I find myself trying to copy him and Lombardo etc. etc. Gene I met you once in Edmonton, and we have a few mutual friends in common. Honestly you're probably in the top five living metal drummers. Top three, in fact. My own personal favourite.
my god that snare is like 4 feet deep lol
Its really a kick drum with a snare spring
Keep your Toms below your heart.
Cool track Gene and killer playing!
Most other metal drummers would have made this song sound extremely generic.
guys clearly BADASS c . l . e . a . r . l . y !
Gene Hoglan is the most groove metal drummer. You know... Him, Lombardo and Vinnie Paul.
Hoglan for president
Genius is a drum machine! ;) Amazing drumming!
Great shirt. Respect
Man, love Gene Hoglan. That double bass and double rides. Love it when he does those 16th triplets on them. I need to do this to my kit. Fuk'n awesome
I first discovered Hoglan through friends who asked if I’d play drums for their band. After listening, I hoped we’d still remain friends because fuck no! 😂🥁🙋♂️😂
Hoglan Rules !!!!🤘🤘
Bass drums at 1:29. Just sick!! Love this guy!!
Cool as usual!
Always a pro.. dude just plays .. oh yeah, plays WELL!!!!
HUGE AND LEGENDARY \m/
Gene!!! Gen-ius! My beat-brother!
fucking amazing, as expected.
Parabéns pelos vídeos. Gosto muito porque além de ser um grande Baterista, aprendendo suas técnicas devido a sensibilidade da edição do vídeo. Parabéns, Abraço!
Una auténtica máquina. De los mejores dentro del metal.
I practice my double bass with boots and 5 pound ankle weights why? Cause Gene told me to!!!
Very awesome
Had the pleasure to watch him Drum in my shit hole city.
TheSpineSplitter1990 Me too - Detroit in 1995.
I can't even count how many times I've watched him play live. Back when he lived in Vancouver it seemed like every other weekend one of his numerous side projects would play at a dirty little bar downtown. He would almost always be out on the floor to watch the other bands and mingle outside in between sets. Chatted with him a bunch and he's incredibly chill and down to earth, all around nice guy.
goddamn!!!
Does Gene have some amazing health routine? He seems to age slowly.
that snare tuning imo is incredible!
So much dry tone and crack!!
with a marching head it would be more crazy
Awesome drumming.
Drums with Gene looks so easy, so you catch your sticks and.....oh wait !?!
If only the audio was louder on this page. It seems it mustve been engineered just a couple nothces to minimal. Oh well Gene is the man!
Did he just do that with his eyes closed?
Джин, ты лучший.
The best
awesome with the boots!!
When they're doing the 7/8 part with the straight sticking and the crashes, his snare count keeps striking on the snare for every hit. Where is he hitting doubles to accommodate and not need to switch sticks?
My calves hurt just watching him kill that double bass.
Snare is kickin. What snare is it
When Pickles decides to play the drums AND sing
THE original super drummer
1st time I've seen a drummer use his left hand for the high hat. Other than me. I cant do the cross arm thing. And I'm right handed! Is this normal?
This is hands down the best drummer on the planet 🤘🏽…
Fuk Lars ulrich for thinking he can keep up..!
Luv you Gene ..fan for ever 🤘🏽🇨🇦
🔥🤘🔥🔥🤘🔥
Damn he's good
este tipo es una bestia
Is that Michelle Meldrum in his t-shirt?
That snare is sic
MELDRUM FOREVER!
Fuckin sick as always, but why 2 different boots? 😂
I think I remember reading sometime last year that Gene's bag containing his drumming boots got stolen/lost while on tour.
i thought he might have a foot condition...when i met him years ago he walked around with a cane
Robin Barker he’s wearing one of them in this video though, one on his left but the one on the right looks like a stripper boot
When I saw him in 98 with SYL, he was on crutches, maybe it's a seriously long term condition? Doesn't seem to change his mastery of drumming though.
After discovering this comment 2 years later, I think he’s wearing the same boots and I was just a retard 🤦♂️
Aaa... the legendary boots
Hoglan is God.
Sweet Jesus!
Simon Phillips, Mark Zonder, Mark Nauseef, and that guy from Godsmack
Most people will never know the challenge of lefty players in a world dominated by right handed kits until a right handed player plays on a left handed kit.
ps. Brovo to this guy if my previous point is in fact what is going on here and also thumbs up if not.
He's a righty that plays open-handed.
True, he is righty. I love open-handed drummers, especially Gene because he is so unique :)
Does it get any more metal than playing in boots?