Yall can't just Bob your head, yellow Hoodie got the best rhythm, bc Danny is playing in multiple timing, I think it's a 4/4 with a 33/8 and idek I'm no pro drummer, but he's changing tempos in this song, and playing multiple tempos at the same time, no he's not a sellout, this is a live performance with the band tool, this video showcases the complexity of Dan's drum prowess by only showing the drum cams, he is playing with the full band, and yes he is 6'4"+ tall and around 300 lbs, he is a giant irish/American, if the Celtics jersey threw you off, you guys hear awesome but don't understand how phenomenal this is, he is playing in 2 separate times simultaneously, the man's a giant, he breaks all the classical rules of timing in music, and still arranges masterpieces like this, that's the reason the band isn't included in the video, it's to highlight Carreys drums, go ask the best musicians you know and they could better explain why this is special, and why only the drum cam is shown as opposed to the rest of the band...it's great to see the black community embrace white culture and music for what it is. Sound, the same way white et al, appreciate good hip hop or jazz/blues, bc good music is good music, I challenge you to listen to a classical composer, or even modern rock bands like dream theater, or ffdp songs far from home, or bad company, it may blow your mind. For modern "rock" and it's Neil pert like hurt with a p, watch some of his songs with rush, a Canadian band who has a top 10 drummer of all time, or perhaps ZZ TOP, who Jimmy Hendricks said Billy gibbons, their guitarist was in Hendricks opinion the best of all time..
Its called polyrythmic drumming, which basically means its like 2 seperate drummers playing different beats, but hes one man playing up to 4 separate drum rhythms which requires 4 drummers, but hes 1 man playing several drum rhythms ua-cam.com/video/jLn6x6jdLdc/v-deo.htmlsi=JozcBNfPTtLuVSeo
Danny isn’t playing alone; the whole band is playing live in front of 20,000 or so fans. It’s just a drum multi-cam they show. You can see Maynard the lead singer walk across the back during the breakdown 7:44
Hey guys….I’m a drummer of 40 years and a fan of Tool since 1990. You have just experienced the most talented drummer playing today. He has the ability to play multiple time signatures between his hands and feet, in addition to the band time signature. So cool to see people experience this for the first time. New subscriber here.
I appreciate that you said “playing today” since Neil Peart has left the mortal world and can no longer be considered playing today. They’re both just so so so incredible.
That’s a tool concert you just can’t see the other guys because they don’t move around much. But yeah that’s one of the hardest pieces of music to play with that kind of timing and off beats. He makes it look so easy but I’ve been playing drums for 25years and it still makes me want to quit playing because he is so next level! Great job guys great reaction!
I’ve seen them 3 times and they’re always in darkness with crazy stuff going on around them. Hell the one concert, Maynard was behind a sheer screen of some sort, with a light behind him to put his silhouette on the screen.
I hope you guys can appreciate how awesome this is. He's doing polyrythmic drumming and using complex time signatures that is all mathematically based. It's so unique and difficult. He is one of the best all time!
Came here to reinforce this. Average viewer won’t understand the volume of what’s going on here, but to put it in a way those may get, he’s literally playing a different, independent beat with each limb.
Even some musicians I've seen miss it when he switches hands seamlessly with the 3 over 2 poly in the middle part of the song. It just slips right by on casual viewing. The 3's start on the Korg and then you realize the 3's are now coming from the left hand on the left side Mandala pads and the 2's are on traversing the drums on his right. Perfect transition, just like the doubles to the singles at the very start on the Mandala pad.
I think its pretty much accepted that Danny Carey is the best drummer alive, and now in his 60's he still is playing like this. tool is so underrated. Deep lyrics and extremely talented musicians
@@x8nis Very true lol. I guess i have a skewed perspective because i am the only one in my social circle that listens to them. You are right though, they are very recognized.
Danny Carey is the only person outside of an actual NBA player who can get away with wearing a full NBA uniform out in public...he was actually a very good basketball player but wasn't confident that he could crack college/pros so decided to focus on his drumming instead...and now he is considered one of the Top Ten rock drummers of all time, this song is one of the best examples of his talent and ability....and he was almost 60 years old when this video was recorded!
He played a little in college or high school if i remember the story right he’s like 6’5-6” i would state it differently, Danny is the only drummer Rush would ever consider if they were to push on without Neil . And that is the highest compliment any drummer could get imo
There may be/have been drummers out there as good or better than Danny, but no one have proved themselves to be. The degree of dificult coupled with raw power and a percussionist approach that on many songs basically is a drumsolo from start to end not to mention the polyrythms, one for each four limbs as he does on Pneuma and I wish there were stats on how many drumhits he does on an average Tool song compared to the likes of Bonham and Peart. My guess is Danny's in a league of his own on that score too, so think of the stamina he needs for a whole concert.
He is the greatest drummer ever in modern music. Neil Peart said the first time he heard Dany play he thought it was dubbed. "There is no way I could repeat that".
That’s an actual concert, the video was just made to focus on Danny’s skill on the drums. Danny is a whole vibe from his skill to his signature basketball uniforms he wears at every show. Not to mention he was around 59 years old when he made this video and still killin it!
Yes, this was for Vic Firth. They make and sell his signature drum sticks. Tool won a Grammy award for this album. “Fear Inoculum,” the albums title track and 10 minute and 20 second long single broke the record for the longest song to win the award.
I'm 61 years old and have seen a boat load of great drummers across all musical genres, but I doubt I've ever seen a drum performance within the framework of a song that's this impressive. For me what separates Danny Carey from most drummers is his creativity and combination of power and finesse with the uncanny ability to change strike force in such a nuanced way. I've got one word to describe this song - MASTERPIECE.
I've watched this Danny Carey drumming masterclass over 100 times, and I'm gonna watch it 100 more, he's the greatest drummer of all time, living legend, GENIUS!! 🔥🔥🐐🐐
POLYRHYTHMS!! Best drummer on the planet. He possesses perhaps the most difficult skill in drumming, limb separation. If you notice, each foot and hand can have its own rhythm occurring simultaneously, resulting in 3 or 4 different ones. In simple terms, it's the near equivalent of a mortal being able to touch the sun. Aside from his polys, he possesses so many amazing technical skills, it's unreal.
Thank you for explaining this to the guys. They pick up on his concentration and they feel his vibes, but no disrespect to these fellas, I really don't think they know what they are watching and hearing. This is a man blessed by God. He is super human. Thanks for anything Tool. Your video reaction makes me happy!!!
so its basically the professional version of patting your head while rubbing your belly....also while doing a jig with your left foot and a waltz with your right... or something like that?
Limb separation is quite literally the hardest thing about drumming. Most people use their right foot for the bass drum, but the first time they sit down at a drum kit, their right hand and right foot want to do keep the same rhythm. It’s just how the brain is wired. So you have to break this tendency. Anyone who isn’t a beginner has had to develop some degree of limb separation, but the extent to which Danny can operate each limb independently is simply unnatural. Dude is a freak of nature with an amazing gift.
My dad was a blues drummer from the age of 16, I saw him play many, many times growing up and well into adulthood. Watching Danny play, for reasons I can't explain, just reminds me of my dad, and it makes me smile every time. I think it's his mannerisms, his flow, how easy and natural he makes it look, it makes me miss the old boy.
I think Danny will go down as arguably the greatest drummer of all time. I know there are lots of names to throw in that hat. But his ability to dissect rhythm is otherworldly.
My favorite drummer was Jon Bonham, until Danny Carey. I think Neil Peart is awesome as well, but IMHO... DC and JB are just a lil bit better. NP's time signatures are ridiculous, no doubt, but Danny Carey and Jon Bonham are a tad bit better. It's just an opinion. 🤷
Most popular drummers. Not best Billy Cobham. Buddy Rich. Carl Palmer. Terry Bozio. Steve Gadd. Rod Morgenstein. Are better. And others I haven't listed
Right.. Anyone can read music and follow a song. Danny? That is a whole new level of skill. Keeping different beats for each limb is mind numbing for an average person. Definitely one of a kind.
people watching this video who ARE NOT DRUMMERS....will never truly appreciate what Danny is playing, how hard it is to play, how special it is and why its such a popular video. at one point in the video, danny is playing 3 seperate beats and time signitures at the same time......PERFECTLY
One of the greatest bands on the planet, arguably the greatest drummer on the planet. There is no one else like them and nothing else like their musical compositions. Utter geniuses.
This sounds amazing to to trained and untrained ear. Danny doesn’t just drum rudimentary, he studies mathematical time signatures from all over the world and performs this with a smile on his face. He is so good at this that he has time to enjoy it.
I don’t think they grasp the full on awesomeness. The first time I heard this I could say a word and had it on replay for months. I grew older and appreciate it so much more now.
@@Brian-ek6no my friend I was taught on buddy rich, I can play, read and teach percussion. I have played in bands and can hold my own for the most part. I know exactly who Jimmy is, I'm a huge fan of the pumpkins. And there is absolutely no doubt that he is a brilliant drummer. But in my humble opinion, Danny is technically, on his own. But hey, opinions very...😎🤟
He is so respected. He has a drum set made of melted down cymbals formed into drum shells, some of which were donated by older drummers,, from different genres, like jazz fusion.
Danny loves basketball and since they play in arenas he asks for the team jerseys everytime. He has almost every team it seems like lol Danny is the man in many ways. Love your channel guys! I’ve been a tool fan for 20+ years and it’s so cool to see people hear them. Tool is an extremely good band. Good luck with the channel y’all keep it up 💪
This is a full concert, at the end if you look behind Danny you can see a silhouette of a man with a Mohawk and that’s Maynard the vocalist. Now Danny Carey is just inhuman, hence why he’s called the octopus, he’s just a BEAST
Danny has personalized jerseys for every city he performs in, he also goes to lots of games all over the country. Seen him at a few Portland games and he's always having the best time in the arena.
@7:00 mark Danny is in a 4 way polyrhythm leading into the interlude with a decreasing 7 pert to 3 part Tom section with just his right hand. HE IS THE MACHINE. Best drummer alive hands down.
i mean he is the only drummer who has ever composed an entire song to the fibbonacci sequence... if you dont know just youtube it to seriously have your mind fucked.. hes a man of dark arts with a unworldly clear perception of time and worldly vibrations. which is what make the world go around. have drummed with him several times over the last two decades at drum workshops and explorers percussion guest spots which is where we both grew up. bamboozled
Their attention to detail, perfecting every micro sound, their individual talent, and of course their utmost passion/respect for what they create for us. Their music is like a journey you can’t help but experience something along the way, especially this song. This one won’t get old that’s for sure.
One song. Imagine every song they play. Stamina!! Drummers are grossly underrated, and Danny's performance is why. Requires creativity, concentration, and skill. They set the beat and Tool is a complex band on an entire different level. Danny is one of the best, just look at his equipment. Guys, delve into more Tool, very cool band. 👍🏽
I love seeing each one head bobbing to each different count in the song. That’s the complexity of their music it’s layered with multiple rhythms from his drumming following bass then switch up to the Rhythm of the guitar…go see them live! Worth every penny
Danny is awesome and as some others have pointed out this was a drum cam from a Tool concert. You can see some of the other members at various points in the video, but it's really meant to focus on Danny. There's a lot going on in this song from a technical perspective that I think is more noticed by drum nerds (like the use of polyrhythms throughout), but it's easy to see why he's held in such high regard. If you want to check out some really good black drummers (as you mentioned) then guys like Eric Moore, Chris Coleman, Tony Royster Jr., Thomas Pridgen, and Larnell Lewis are all amazing and highly respected. Plenty more, but those are the first that come to mind. Eric Moore's "Terminator" video is one of my personal favorites. Another guy to check out is El Estepario Siberiano. He's a Spanish drummer that has blown up a lot over the last few years and is really fun and impressive to watch. Dude has unreal technical skills/chops. He'll almost certainly pop up in your recommended feed if you keep watching drum videos lol.
All of this is amazing. The part that gets me most is the quieter part (starting at about 7 minutes) when he is keeping different rhythms with each limb. Unbelievable. Carey was 58 years old when this video was shot.
Yall were saying everyone was there for him...this Is a love concert. The whole band is there playing. They just have a camera on him in this video to show off his skills. The dude really is crazy. All 4 limbs playing different beats at different tempos. Both legs are controlling the symbols and the bass drum. You see more and more the more you watch
WOW That was insane, I dont know how drummers do all that movement, its like they have 4 different brains in them or something, that dude is such a fantastic drummer. And yes them 'guns' were pretty nice too! heehe
He was 58 when this was video was shot. Just mind-blowing. And he has jerseys for every NBA team with his name on them. The NBA teams happily give them to him and he wears the local NBA team jersey when the tour is in that town, like Boston here.
I really hope this opens the door to more TooL for you fellas... Parabol/Parabola is my favorite but there are so many great songs by TooL... the entire band are incredible artists... what is so impressive about Danny is that he is often playing two to three different time signatures at the same time... it is unbelievable really... other songs than Parabol/Parabola to listen to, Vicarious, Sober, Lateralus, Schism, Forty Six and Two, soooo many more...
Note: Parabol/Parabola is listed as two songs, but you need to listen to them as one... they are two sides of the same coin... the lyrics are especially beautiful and spiritual... it is my favourite song to listen to when I am... centered...
Larnell Lewis is an incredible drummer that you guys should react to, he plays in a band called snarky puppy. I suggest checking out Lingus, or What About Me.... Also he's one of countless incredible black drummers
Spot on! I’ve been drumming for 30+ years and after listening to Lingus, especially the keyboard solo portion, I have no idea what he’s doing or how it’s counted. And it’s amazing! Larnell is legit!
I was at this show, it was at the TD Garden in Boston in 2019, which is why he wore the Celtics jersey (for most of the show lol, he came out in a Lakers jersey after the intermission). The atmosphere that night was perfect, I'll never forget it.
IF you decide to do more Tool, a word of advice- Look up song meanings before you start, shit is deep as hell. Watch lyric videos, DO NOT WATCH official videos, band does animation for them that can be jarring and disconnected from the music it will distract you too much. Understand tool songs are long and melodic, most songs around ten minutes with SLOW build ups and layers added throughout, that lead to the final pay off. Tool is an amazing band, but not for everyone. Got to be in the right mind space for it, sit back, relax, chill and wait for it. If you do you will discover some of the filthiest and grungiest guitar riffs, beat drops, trippy tribal drumming, and cleanest but angst filled vocals of anyone. Everyone will tell you, not just a band and a song, but an experience.
Over thinking, over analyzing separates the body from the mind. I lose myself between the sounds and open wide to suck it in, I feel it move across my skin.
Excellent advice. I wish they would have at least known that it was a drum-cam (Sponsored by Vic Firth, no less) on Danny during a recent and likely-sold-out live TOOL concert. They were so flummoxed trying to figure out why the camera was only focused on Danny. So much so that they thought it was a one-man show. Similar to how you suggested an artistic music video could distract you from what's happening, I felt like the confusion over that misunderstanding was all-consuming for some of them. Too bad, really.
Finally, you guys got back to Tool! Best band on the planet. I started following you all 1.5 years ago and this is my favorite band. Going forward, do studio tracks with lyrics pulled up and all songs are masterpieces. You have to follow lyric justice you do enimem lyrics. They all are bars and deep. Love you guys!
You guys have been doin a lot of great reaction videos lately...really unique stuff that's different from a lot of other channels. If you get back into more underground/old school hip hop reactions like the Big L and Black Thought videos, check out Brother Ali on Sway doin the five fingers of death.
Thank you guys for reaching out side of the box, looking into other worlds of stuff. Tool is no joke. If you make one of their concerts, you won't be the same in music knowledge and spirit! Keep doing what you're doing!
The best Danny Carey story is Bill Burr (also a drummer) talking about seeing Meshuggah in L.A. and Danny being next to him in the crowd and blown away by their drummer.
The greatest was John Bonham, with his passing Neal Peart became the best alive. With Peart passing Carey became the best living drummer. He even played with the other members of Rush recently. Worth looking up.
I love and continuously learn fromJohn Bonham, Neil Peart, Danny Carey etc. But unfortunately, there is no (one best) drummer. Or singer, guitar player, automobile, football player etc. Other drummers that make me want to quit are; Tony Royster jr. Carter Beauford Larnell Lewis Mario Duplinter Matt Garstka ...and many more. Just don't want to make a crazy long list. There is no one best at anything. Just different styles, abilities and ideas.
Silly thing to say really. There are so many darned good drummers who are good at different things. I could name many but I think it's probably pointless.
You guys HAVE to do Tool - The Pot Just to get you guys started off. I felt like you got on the wrong foot with tool from the sober reaction that was recorded differently. Give The Pot a go you wont be dissapointed.
I would love to see you reacting to at least one of these of these: Billy Idol - Rebel Yell, Journey - Separate ways, Alice Cooper Poison, Joyner Lucas - I'm Not Racist, Miley Cyrus - Flowers you pick
Dave Lombardo is in the group of greatest drummers ever. He came up with Slayer, but left the band for a while to focus on other styles. He didn't want to be held down as only a metal drummer, so he did some melody, classical, jazz, blues, orchestra, etc. A very talented and underrated artist.
just wait until you listen to it again and notice the perfect unison between all the elements! Voice, guitar, vocals, are so in sync it is almost crazy!
His is wearing a 33 because the song is in 33/8 Time subdivided as a measure of 7/8, 8/8 (4/4), 9/8 and 9/8. Then he plays with those subdivision in the bridge section of the song while also playing over the bars and keeping a consistent hand pattern and using different voices to change the overall time feel of the song. He is an absolute genius.
I think it’s more like he’s giving major props to one of the greatest to ever play the game, Mr. Larry Bird. Number 33 of the Boston Celtics. Maybe it means both. He’s polyrhythmic after all.
My favorite drummer and band of all time. The best is a subjective label because we all like what we like. But this man has some fills unlike any I've heard.
I’d love to see more TOOL reactions! I think you guys could get really into it. This is a live concert with the whole band btw, they’re just filming the drummer to show off how insane this is.
Danny Carey is definitely next level... The whole band is. The timing in their songs, the weird groovy bassy sound, the hauting like feel of the whole package is awesome. Comparing Tommy Lee (rock, Glam rock from the 80s) and Danny Carey (prog metal) is like comparing apples and oranges in my humble opinion.
My favorite drummer sadly does not actually exist. The drum line for Aphex Twin - Flim is my favorite drum line of all time. Dan Carey is definitely tied for second and first place though. I would hire him to play drums on aphex's last album if I could.
@@py_a_thon Yup, Aphex Twin has no drummer... Don't know him very well except for the Come to Daddy and Windowlicker songs. His video clips are pretty interesting, LOL.
Danny is 200 years old, 9 feet tall, plays every night in a local NBA game, then wears his uniform to play drums in concert. He invented drum sticks.
LMFAO
Ha!!
That’s Just a few of his accomplishments
He's the hardest working cephalapod in the game.
facts.
four different rythyms in four different time signatures with each limb.... Danny Carey is a wizard.
No an octopus lol
Yall can't just Bob your head, yellow Hoodie got the best rhythm, bc Danny is playing in multiple timing, I think it's a 4/4 with a 33/8 and idek I'm no pro drummer, but he's changing tempos in this song, and playing multiple tempos at the same time, no he's not a sellout, this is a live performance with the band tool, this video showcases the complexity of Dan's drum prowess by only showing the drum cams, he is playing with the full band, and yes he is 6'4"+ tall and around 300 lbs, he is a giant irish/American, if the Celtics jersey threw you off, you guys hear awesome but don't understand how phenomenal this is, he is playing in 2 separate times simultaneously, the man's a giant, he breaks all the classical rules of timing in music, and still arranges masterpieces like this, that's the reason the band isn't included in the video, it's to highlight Carreys drums, go ask the best musicians you know and they could better explain why this is special, and why only the drum cam is shown as opposed to the rest of the band...it's great to see the black community embrace white culture and music for what it is. Sound, the same way white et al, appreciate good hip hop or jazz/blues, bc good music is good music, I challenge you to listen to a classical composer, or even modern rock bands like dream theater, or ffdp songs far from home, or bad company, it may blow your mind. For modern "rock" and it's Neil pert like hurt with a p, watch some of his songs with rush, a Canadian band who has a top 10 drummer of all time, or perhaps ZZ TOP, who Jimmy Hendricks said Billy gibbons, their guitarist was in Hendricks opinion the best of all time..
Its called polyrythmic drumming, which basically means its like 2 seperate drummers playing different beats, but hes one man playing up to 4 separate drum rhythms which requires 4 drummers, but hes 1 man playing several drum rhythms ua-cam.com/video/jLn6x6jdLdc/v-deo.htmlsi=JozcBNfPTtLuVSeo
@robertbigelow6083 I can't disagree with what you said, but got damn*, run on sentence did not allow punctuation to enter the chat.
@@SushiiiFish lol
Danny isn’t playing alone; the whole band is playing live in front of 20,000 or so fans. It’s just a drum multi-cam they show. You can see Maynard the lead singer walk across the back during the breakdown 7:44
Hey guys….I’m a drummer of 40 years and a fan of Tool since 1990. You have just experienced the most talented drummer playing today. He has the ability to play multiple time signatures between his hands and feet, in addition to the band time signature. So cool to see people experience this for the first time. New subscriber here.
My 8 year old son calls him "The Wizard" .... he's incredible and I'm honored to watch such greatness on display
I appreciate that you said “playing today” since Neil Peart has left the mortal world and can no longer be considered playing today. They’re both just so so so incredible.
That’s a tool concert you just can’t see the other guys because they don’t move around much. But yeah that’s one of the hardest pieces of music to play with that kind of timing and off beats. He makes it look so easy but I’ve been playing drums for 25years and it still makes me want to quit playing because he is so next level! Great job guys great reaction!
His technique all around is nuts, but the four time signatures at the same time, one for each limb... I struggle mightily with just two. 😅
Also, these are just the drum cams
The fact they can play this live is brain melting.
I’ve seen them 3 times and they’re always in darkness with crazy stuff going on around them. Hell the one concert, Maynard was behind a sheer screen of some sort, with a light behind him to put his silhouette on the screen.
Tool is the best experience I've ever had at a concert
I hope you guys can appreciate how awesome this is. He's doing polyrythmic drumming and using complex time signatures that is all mathematically based. It's so unique and difficult. He is one of the best all time!
they cant dude, they are not musicians, but they know he is good
Danny’s timing is absolutely insane.
Came here to reinforce this. Average viewer won’t understand the volume of what’s going on here, but to put it in a way those may get, he’s literally playing a different, independent beat with each limb.
all drumming is mathematically based. just so ya know that statement meant nothing... you could say it is based on more complicated math than some
Even some musicians I've seen miss it when he switches hands seamlessly with the 3 over 2 poly in the middle part of the song. It just slips right by on casual viewing. The 3's start on the Korg and then you realize the 3's are now coming from the left hand on the left side Mandala pads and the 2's are on traversing the drums on his right. Perfect transition, just like the doubles to the singles at the very start on the Mandala pad.
What makes this even more impressive is that Danny doesn’t use clicks . He is the metronome for the band.
That isn't really impressive dude lol that's what 95% of drummers do
It's rare for a drummer to use a click live. Especially in rock music
I think its pretty much accepted that Danny Carey is the best drummer alive, and now in his 60's he still is playing like this. tool is so underrated. Deep lyrics and extremely talented musicians
they're far from underrated lmao
@@x8nis Very true lol. I guess i have a skewed perspective because i am the only one in my social circle that listens to them. You are right though, they are very recognized.
Danny Carey is the only person outside of an actual NBA player who can get away with wearing a full NBA uniform out in public...he was actually a very good basketball player but wasn't confident that he could crack college/pros so decided to focus on his drumming instead...and now he is considered one of the Top Ten rock drummers of all time, this song is one of the best examples of his talent and ability....and he was almost 60 years old when this video was recorded!
They have zero clue what you are talking about.
He played a little in college or high school if i remember the story right he’s like 6’5-6” i would state it differently, Danny is the only drummer Rush would ever consider if they were to push on without Neil . And that is the highest compliment any drummer could get imo
There may be/have been drummers out there as good or better than Danny, but no one have proved themselves to be. The degree of dificult coupled with raw power and a percussionist approach that on many songs basically is a drumsolo from start to end not to mention the polyrythms, one for each four limbs as he does on Pneuma and I wish there were stats on how many drumhits he does on an average Tool song compared to the likes of Bonham and Peart. My guess is Danny's in a league of his own on that score too, so think of the stamina he needs for a whole concert.
He is the greatest drummer ever in modern music. Neil Peart said the first time he heard Dany play he thought it was dubbed. "There is no way I could repeat that".
@@dennisperin2989 wow... thats crazy
That’s an actual concert, the video was just made to focus on Danny’s skill on the drums. Danny is a whole vibe from his skill to his signature basketball uniforms he wears at every show. Not to mention he was around 59 years old when he made this video and still killin it!
Todd Sucherman posts a lotta videos of jia live performances with Styx. He's also a beast
Yes, this was for Vic Firth. They make and sell his signature drum sticks. Tool won a Grammy award for this album. “Fear Inoculum,” the albums title track and 10 minute and 20 second long single broke the record for the longest song to win the award.
Thank you xD. Listening to them i was like noooooooo
I'm 61 years old and have seen a boat load of great drummers across all musical genres, but I doubt I've ever seen a drum performance within the framework of a song that's this impressive. For me what separates Danny Carey from most drummers is his creativity and combination of power and finesse with the uncanny ability to change strike force in such a nuanced way. I've got one word to describe this song - MASTERPIECE.
I've watched this Danny Carey drumming masterclass over 100 times, and I'm gonna watch it 100 more, he's the greatest drummer of all time, living legend, GENIUS!! 🔥🔥🐐🐐
The whole band is there. The camera is on the drummer the whole time just so you can see what he's doing up there. Phenomonal!
POLYRHYTHMS!! Best drummer on the planet. He possesses perhaps the most difficult skill in drumming, limb separation. If you notice, each foot and hand can have its own rhythm occurring simultaneously, resulting in 3 or 4 different ones. In simple terms, it's the near equivalent of a mortal being able to touch the sun. Aside from his polys, he possesses so many amazing technical skills, it's unreal.
Thank you for explaining this to the guys. They pick up on his concentration and they feel his vibes, but no disrespect to these fellas, I really don't think they know what they are watching and hearing. This is a man blessed by God. He is super human. Thanks for anything Tool. Your video reaction makes me happy!!!
so its basically the professional version of patting your head while rubbing your belly....also while doing a jig with your left foot and a waltz with your right... or something like that?
Mind blowing
Not just different rhythms but also different timbres he isn’t human
Limb separation is quite literally the hardest thing about drumming. Most people use their right foot for the bass drum, but the first time they sit down at a drum kit, their right hand and right foot want to do keep the same rhythm. It’s just how the brain is wired. So you have to break this tendency. Anyone who isn’t a beginner has had to develop some degree of limb separation, but the extent to which Danny can operate each limb independently is simply unnatural. Dude is a freak of nature with an amazing gift.
I love watching people discover TOOL. The reactions to seeing and hearing this music we’ve all had it. So good.
My dad was a blues drummer from the age of 16, I saw him play many, many times growing up and well into adulthood. Watching Danny play, for reasons I can't explain, just reminds me of my dad, and it makes me smile every time. I think it's his mannerisms, his flow, how easy and natural he makes it look, it makes me miss the old boy.
I think Danny will go down as arguably the greatest drummer of all time. I know there are lots of names to throw in that hat. But his ability to dissect rhythm is otherworldly.
Plenty of names to throw in there, but he's got not only experience but consistency. The rest still have to prove themselves over time lol
My favorite drummer was Jon Bonham, until Danny Carey. I think Neil Peart is awesome as well, but IMHO... DC and JB are just a lil bit better. NP's time signatures are ridiculous, no doubt, but Danny Carey and Jon Bonham are a tad bit better. It's just an opinion. 🤷
Most popular drummers. Not best
Billy Cobham. Buddy Rich. Carl Palmer. Terry Bozio. Steve Gadd. Rod Morgenstein. Are better. And others I haven't listed
Joey Jordison ?
Right.. Anyone can read music and follow a song. Danny? That is a whole new level of skill. Keeping different beats for each limb is mind numbing for an average person. Definitely one of a kind.
Welcome to the genius of Tool and Danny Carey. Seeing the live is like a religious experience.
Danny Carey is top 5 drummer out there. Tool is incredible live! Enjoy
Not top 5. The GOAT!
people watching this video who ARE NOT DRUMMERS....will never truly appreciate what Danny is playing, how hard it is to play, how special it is and why its such a popular video. at one point in the video, danny is playing 3 seperate beats and time signitures at the same time......PERFECTLY
Yeah that's false af.
Yes they will. Hope this helps.
One of the greatest bands on the planet, arguably the greatest drummer on the planet. There is no one else like them and nothing else like their musical compositions. Utter geniuses.
My favorite band of all time by FAR!
Greatest live band in History
@@michaeldinsen7641 Their live shows truly are amazing.
I'm going to see them live this year at "Rockville" idk if they are changing the name this year.
I've been fortunate enough to see 4 tours
Danny Carey is the drummer for Tool. This is a live concert, Vic Firth just did a drum cam special
This sounds amazing to to trained and untrained ear. Danny doesn’t just drum rudimentary, he studies mathematical time signatures from all over the world and performs this with a smile on his face. He is so good at this that he has time to enjoy it.
I don’t think they grasp the full on awesomeness. The first time I heard this I could say a word and had it on replay for months. I grew older and appreciate it so much more now.
You aren't going to find anyone alive as good as Danny Carey on drums...facts
Jimmy Chamberlain > Carey
@@Brian-ek6no no mate...just no
Larnel Lewis is worth considering. Check out him on Lingus with Snarky Puppy. Amazing performance with no rehearsal on pretty complicated arrangement
@@antonytheolddog8626 go ask 100 real drummers...jimmy is untouchable..he's a master class jazz percussionist that just happened 2 play in a rock band
@@Brian-ek6no my friend I was taught on buddy rich, I can play, read and teach percussion.
I have played in bands and can hold my own for the most part.
I know exactly who Jimmy is, I'm a huge fan of the pumpkins.
And there is absolutely no doubt that he is a brilliant drummer.
But in my humble opinion, Danny is technically, on his own.
But hey, opinions very...😎🤟
Gotta give Tool another go!.. youre missing out. Incredible band like no other
They are fantastic!
+1
I'm pretty sure the dude in the camo jacket is gonna give that another listen.
Watching the expressions on your faces change throughout the song is gold.
I love when the guitar solo starts & hes just circling around the drums. Absolutely amazing
Another day in the office for Daney Carey...killing it...and melting faces...
everyone should see tool live
He is so respected. He has a drum set made of melted down cymbals formed into drum shells, some of which were donated by older drummers,, from different genres, like jazz fusion.
Danny loves basketball and since they play in arenas he asks for the team jerseys everytime. He has almost every team it seems like lol Danny is the man in many ways. Love your channel guys! I’ve been a tool fan for 20+ years and it’s so cool to see people hear them. Tool is an extremely good band. Good luck with the channel y’all keep it up 💪
There’s a great video of him playing with the KU band at a Jayhawks basketball game. Just went & sat in with em. He’s a huge Jayhawks/Chiefs fan.
He changed to a Lakers jersey at this show.
This is a full concert, at the end if you look behind Danny you can see a silhouette of a man with a Mohawk and that’s Maynard the vocalist. Now Danny Carey is just inhuman, hence why he’s called the octopus, he’s just a BEAST
"I think he's the top one." No truer words spoken. Thanks for an awesome, honest, minute by minute critique. You guys are great!
I really hope these dudes truly appreciate just how talented DK is .
Pneuma : The vital spirit, soul or creative force of a person.
Danny has personalized jerseys for every city he performs in, he also goes to lots of games all over the country. Seen him at a few Portland games and he's always having the best time in the arena.
Danny Carey...one of the best living drummers in the world. Fact.
@7:00 mark Danny is in a 4 way polyrhythm leading into the interlude with a decreasing 7 pert to 3 part Tom section with just his right hand. HE IS THE MACHINE. Best drummer alive hands down.
i mean he is the only drummer who has ever composed an entire song to the fibbonacci sequence... if you dont know just youtube it to seriously have your mind fucked.. hes a man of dark arts with a unworldly clear perception of time and worldly vibrations. which is what make the world go around. have drummed with him several times over the last two decades at drum workshops and explorers percussion guest spots which is where we both grew up. bamboozled
Definitely need to react to more TOOL. Their music is just unrivaled.
Thank you for playing my request guys ! Glad you enjoyed it, Carey is imo the best all time
👆👆👆ᶜᵒⁿᵍʳᵃᵗᵘˡᵃᵗⁱᵒⁿˢ ʸᵒᵘ ʷᵒⁿ🏆 ᵀᵉˡᵉᵍʳᵃᵐ ᵐᵉ ᵗᵒ ᶜˡᵃⁱᵐ ʸᵒᵘʳ ᵖʳⁱᶜᵉ🎁...💝
Their attention to detail, perfecting every micro sound, their individual talent, and of course their utmost passion/respect for what they create for us. Their music is like a journey you can’t help but experience something along the way, especially this song. This one won’t get old that’s for sure.
Yep… you found ANOTHER Genius musician and band.
Genius comes in many forms, not just book smarts. 🍻
One song.
Imagine every song they play. Stamina!!
Drummers are grossly underrated, and Danny's performance is why.
Requires creativity, concentration, and skill. They set the beat and Tool is a complex band on an entire different level.
Danny is one of the best, just look at his equipment.
Guys, delve into more Tool, very cool band. 👍🏽
I love seeing each one head bobbing to each different count in the song. That’s the complexity of their music it’s layered with multiple rhythms from his drumming following bass then switch up to the Rhythm of the guitar…go see them live! Worth every penny
YEESSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!! He’s the BEST there ever was/is/will be!👏👏👏👏👏
Danny was not the only one performing. The whole band is there, this is just a drummer cam.
Oh yes my favorite drummer! I swear going to tool concert I can't explain it takes you to another level
Danny Carey was and is one of the most great drummers of all time.
Danny is awesome and as some others have pointed out this was a drum cam from a Tool concert. You can see some of the other members at various points in the video, but it's really meant to focus on Danny. There's a lot going on in this song from a technical perspective that I think is more noticed by drum nerds (like the use of polyrhythms throughout), but it's easy to see why he's held in such high regard.
If you want to check out some really good black drummers (as you mentioned) then guys like Eric Moore, Chris Coleman, Tony Royster Jr., Thomas Pridgen, and Larnell Lewis are all amazing and highly respected. Plenty more, but those are the first that come to mind. Eric Moore's "Terminator" video is one of my personal favorites.
Another guy to check out is El Estepario Siberiano. He's a Spanish drummer that has blown up a lot over the last few years and is really fun and impressive to watch. Dude has unreal technical skills/chops. He'll almost certainly pop up in your recommended feed if you keep watching drum videos lol.
All of this is amazing. The part that gets me most is the quieter part (starting at about 7 minutes) when he is keeping different rhythms with each limb. Unbelievable.
Carey was 58 years old when this video was shot.
I’ve seen them play this song live 3 times😊
5 times for me
Oohh yay!!! Happy to see you guys already made a video for this!!
I envy you young men. I've been listening to Tool since 1993. You all have an opportunity to go back, and listen to their songs for the first time.
let's gooo. best drummer in the world right there
Finally Tool 🔥....well it looked like you have discovered Tool hope you do more 🤙🌀🤯💕
Yall were saying everyone was there for him...this Is a love concert. The whole band is there playing. They just have a camera on him in this video to show off his skills. The dude really is crazy. All 4 limbs playing different beats at different tempos. Both legs are controlling the symbols and the bass drum. You see more and more the more you watch
you guys are fantastic! so cool to see your faces to his beats! you all killed this vid!
Danny Carey as a drummer has the nickname the octopus for reason cuz he's that insanely good of a drummer
Yesss more tool!
Its not only the song, but the meaning behind the lyrics that make it epic Just Amazing Been a fan of Tool since 1993
Not just Danny everyone in this band do their thing
Love Tool❤
WOW That was insane, I dont know how drummers do all that movement, its like they have 4 different brains in them or something, that dude is such a fantastic drummer. And yes them 'guns' were pretty nice too! heehe
He was 58 when this was video was shot. Just mind-blowing. And he has jerseys for every NBA team with his name on them. The NBA teams happily give them to him and he wears the local NBA team jersey when the tour is in that town, like Boston here.
Happy your doing this, fkn love Tool, Legends
I appreciate dude bringing up Neil’s name. Greatest of all time….RIP to the professor 🙏🏻
I really hope this opens the door to more TooL for you fellas... Parabol/Parabola is my favorite but there are so many great songs by TooL... the entire band are incredible artists... what is so impressive about Danny is that he is often playing two to three different time signatures at the same time... it is unbelievable really... other songs than Parabol/Parabola to listen to, Vicarious, Sober, Lateralus, Schism, Forty Six and Two, soooo many more...
Note: Parabol/Parabola is listed as two songs, but you need to listen to them as one... they are two sides of the same coin... the lyrics are especially beautiful and spiritual... it is my favourite song to listen to when I am... centered...
The best band in the world!
Them thinking the whole concert was just for Danny... precious.
This is proper music...no faffing rap shit...no auto tune..just TOOL...being Tool.
Great choice! Like how it really impressed you all. TOOL -
ONE OF THE BEST
Larnell Lewis is an incredible drummer that you guys should react to, he plays in a band called snarky puppy. I suggest checking out Lingus, or What About Me.... Also he's one of countless incredible black drummers
Yeeup. Larnell and Carter Beauford are 2 of the best. Both worthy of a reaction
Spot on! I’ve been drumming for 30+ years and after listening to Lingus, especially the keyboard solo portion, I have no idea what he’s doing or how it’s counted. And it’s amazing! Larnell is legit!
Definitely give a listen to more Tool!
I've never heard Tommy Lee mentioned in the same sentence as Danny and Neil.
Respect the octopus
Love ya Guys Spirit💯
PNEUMA means SPIRIT ♾️
I was at this show, it was at the TD Garden in Boston in 2019, which is why he wore the Celtics jersey (for most of the show lol, he came out in a Lakers jersey after the intermission). The atmosphere that night was perfect, I'll never forget it.
Hell yeah! DC is the GOAT! 🤘
PLZ visit Deftones soon!
IF you decide to do more Tool, a word of advice- Look up song meanings before you start, shit is deep as hell. Watch lyric videos, DO NOT WATCH official videos, band does animation for them that can be jarring and disconnected from the music it will distract you too much. Understand tool songs are long and melodic, most songs around ten minutes with SLOW build ups and layers added throughout, that lead to the final pay off. Tool is an amazing band, but not for everyone. Got to be in the right mind space for it, sit back, relax, chill and wait for it. If you do you will discover some of the filthiest and grungiest guitar riffs, beat drops, trippy tribal drumming, and cleanest but angst filled vocals of anyone. Everyone will tell you, not just a band and a song, but an experience.
Over thinking, over analyzing separates the body from the mind.
I lose myself between the sounds and open wide to suck it in, I feel it move across my skin.
Excellent advice. I wish they would have at least known that it was a drum-cam (Sponsored by Vic Firth, no less) on Danny during a recent and likely-sold-out live TOOL concert. They were so flummoxed trying to figure out why the camera was only focused on Danny. So much so that they thought it was a one-man show. Similar to how you suggested an artistic music video could distract you from what's happening, I felt like the confusion over that misunderstanding was all-consuming for some of them. Too bad, really.
@@stuartcollins82 I've done the math enough to know..... Tool's lyrics are multi-layered.
Finally, you guys got back to Tool! Best band on the planet. I started following you all 1.5 years ago and this is my favorite band. Going forward, do studio tracks with lyrics pulled up and all songs are masterpieces. You have to follow lyric justice you do enimem lyrics. They all are bars and deep. Love you guys!
Simply put, the best band there is
The whole band is playing not just Danny
Not on this Song 😂
You guys have been doin a lot of great reaction videos lately...really unique stuff that's different from a lot of other channels. If you get back into more underground/old school hip hop reactions like the Big L and Black Thought videos, check out Brother Ali on Sway doin the five fingers of death.
Thank you guys for reaching out side of the box, looking into other worlds of stuff. Tool is no joke. If you make one of their concerts, you won't be the same in music knowledge and spirit! Keep doing what you're doing!
One of the best drummers to ever live.
The best Danny Carey story is Bill Burr (also a drummer) talking about seeing Meshuggah in L.A. and Danny being next to him in the crowd and blown away by their drummer.
Tool so good they thought he was playing over the studio version of a song.
Danny is one of the best living drummers and in the Top 10 greatest of all times. He is amazing. The Octopus.
The greatest was John Bonham, with his passing Neal Peart became the best alive. With Peart passing Carey became the best living drummer. He even played with the other members of Rush recently. Worth looking up.
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I love and continuously learn fromJohn Bonham, Neil Peart, Danny Carey etc.
But unfortunately, there is no (one best) drummer.
Or singer, guitar player, automobile, football player etc.
Other drummers that make me want to quit are;
Tony Royster jr.
Carter Beauford
Larnell Lewis
Mario Duplinter
Matt Garstka
...and many more. Just don't want to make a crazy long list. There is no one best at anything.
Just different styles, abilities and ideas.
Silly thing to say really. There are so many darned good drummers who are good at different things. I could name many but I think it's probably pointless.
@@halfalligator6518 Agreed. And you have different genres too. Gene Krupa, Buddy Rich, Billy Cobham, Art Blakey, Max Roach and more in jazz.
You guys HAVE to do Tool - The Pot
Just to get you guys started off. I felt like you got on the wrong foot with tool from the sober reaction that was recorded differently. Give The Pot a go you wont be dissapointed.
I second this
The whole band was playing, not just Danny. The camera was only on him, but they were all playing. Together.
I love watching the reactions to really talented musicians. You guys are great.
I would love to see you reacting to at least one of these of these: Billy Idol - Rebel Yell, Journey - Separate ways, Alice Cooper Poison, Joyner Lucas - I'm Not Racist, Miley Cyrus - Flowers you pick
Dave Lombardo is in the group of greatest drummers ever. He came up with Slayer, but left the band for a while to focus on other styles. He didn't want to be held down as only a metal drummer, so he did some melody, classical, jazz, blues, orchestra, etc. A very talented and underrated artist.
I’ve seen tool live 5 times since 2004 along with APC. Sooooo much talent
just wait until you listen to it again and notice the perfect unison between all the elements! Voice, guitar, vocals, are so in sync it is almost crazy!
His is wearing a 33 because the song is in 33/8 Time subdivided as a measure of 7/8, 8/8 (4/4), 9/8 and 9/8. Then he plays with those subdivision in the bridge section of the song while also playing over the bars and keeping a consistent hand pattern and using different voices to change the overall time feel of the song. He is an absolute genius.
Wth
I think it’s more like he’s giving major props to one of the greatest to ever play the game, Mr. Larry Bird. Number 33 of the Boston Celtics. Maybe it means both. He’s polyrhythmic after all.
That's some made up BS. They play more than 1 song in a show you know.
@@johnm8338 He filmed that for a Vic Firth promotion of his new signature drumstick
My favorite drummer and band of all time. The best is a subjective label because we all like what we like. But this man has some fills unlike any I've heard.
I’d love to see more TOOL reactions! I think you guys could get really into it. This is a live concert with the whole band btw, they’re just filming the drummer to show off how insane this is.
Danny Carey is a beast, dude’s 61 yrs old and and like 6’5”. One of the best!
Danny Carey is definitely next level... The whole band is. The timing in their songs, the weird groovy bassy sound, the hauting like feel of the whole package is awesome. Comparing Tommy Lee (rock, Glam rock from the 80s) and Danny Carey (prog metal) is like comparing apples and oranges in my humble opinion.
My favorite drummer sadly does not actually exist. The drum line for Aphex Twin - Flim is my favorite drum line of all time.
Dan Carey is definitely tied for second and first place though. I would hire him to play drums on aphex's last album if I could.
@@py_a_thon Yup, Aphex Twin has no drummer... Don't know him very well except for the Come to Daddy and Windowlicker songs. His video clips are pretty interesting, LOL.