Hey bro, not trying to tell ya what to do, but you've sent this in yourself, and written a little something to them right? Guessing you have, but if not, please do. Just write a little sincere cover letter just telling them a bit about yourself besides being a dope drummer etc. All the best!
god i hope you get this gig josh, i used to come to your channel for covers and drum lessons when i was like 13, and now i’m 22 watching you audition for primus, you’re my endorsement for sure. 🙏🙏
Alright, nevermind. This dude is my top pick. He's got the look, the skills, the sound, stage presence, the gear, and around seems pro as hell. Hopefully his attitude is there and home life isn't a mess.
Bro, I don’t speak English well, but I believe in you!!! For Primus you are perfect choice!!! I start watching you 6 years ago, and you help me to understand how to play a lot of songs!!! Hello from Ukraine!!!
dude if i was primus i would be givin you a call id be like hes first but lets see what everybody else gonna do i really hope u get the gig my guy u deserve it!!
One of the best I've seen so far. And you did it to live tracks, as well as offered a taste of a bunch! Bravo! It looks effortless, whereas others I've seen look to have to keep up
Am gonna throw in my support for you as well Josh. I don’t often comment and am absolute stickler for drums being done right…..you are and have always been streets ahead of other YT drummers….technically accurate to the recordings over multiple styles and most importantly your feel is always spot on….you feel the music and you’re by far my fave person to watch…..Les…..give this guy a go
So well done! I really like that your voice on the drums shines through. You play Tim’s parts so well, whilst not trying to be him. …maybe just for our sake, I wouldn’t be adverse if you upload more of these to YT 🤩🙌 Hope you get to tryout with them in person🧡🕊️
I am a *drummer* of 30+ years. Primus became one of my favorite bands from late 80's and onwards. I have seen numerous audition videos and many were very very good. Watching Josh play in many videos blows me away with his precision, ease, and exactness in execution. He could not be deeper in the pocket and he seems to be a good fit with his self deprecating quirky image and the skills to deliver. He is my pick for the next drummer of Primus.
Go Josh! I'm rooting for you and Terrana to get this, I think you both deserve the spot. You where one of my first youtube drum influences back in 2015 when I was 13 y/o, i'm now 22 y/o and watching you play with Primus would be really awesome man!!! Best wishes for u and your family bro :)
No triggers, no complicated mics, this sounds good acoustically which is a dream for bands and sound engineers! The groove is there, the pocket is there, and the chops and “fun” is all there! I’d hire you!
Wow. Finding so many great drummers out of this Primus thang. Your snare sounds CHEF'S KISS and I bet that has a lot to do with your technique. Good luck!!
You are the guy, man. Amazing and thoughtful audition, highlighting your pocket, chops, as well as various singles the band frequents live. Hope you get it.
Dude I’ve been watching your videos since I was a young teenager. You helped me learn so many songs from watching your covers and it dramatically improved my drumming, even though I’d been playing since I was 3. I took a lot from how relaxed and loose you play while still having so much power and I put you up there with all my influences like Vinnie Paul, Sean Kinney, and Tom Hunting. You’re seriously an unsung monster of drums. Nobody deserves to be in Primus more than you my man! Keep on ripping and thank you for getting me into Exodus with your Leonard and Charles cover 🤘🏻
As a heavy fan of Primus for 30 years now since I discovered them, and a huge fan of drums (finally got a set at 42 which was many years ago) I think you should be their drummer. Tim is my favorite drummer, "pudding time" is my favorite drum piece and I think you have the right touch. Well done.
This is the 3rd Primus drumming audition video I’ve seen in the last few days & this one is by far the BEST so far & this is coming from a drummer that has performed on many stages over the last 30yrs. This guy has great rhythm & presence. So if my vote counts, I vote for Josh, he ROCKS 🤘😝🤘
I think the best compliment I can ever give is if someone played this to me and I wasn't aware of the situation ( but was a primus fan ) I would say that herb was the one putting in the most effort in this concert, but it is in reality Josh who is making all the difference and since I can't tell the difference that says everything Now that the opportunity is there I hope Les makes the right choice This is truly incredible and Josh deserves to be part of the band
I’ve been watching you for years and have been my favorite drummer to do covers for Primus. If anyone is deserving of that spot, I think it’s you my man.
In the long long ago this mans drum play throughs helped me wrap my mind around songs I was trying to learn and understand due to his quality above others. Even early on in the platforms history! Playing specific live versions of primus tunes is such a hard flex and takes massive ballz. Exactly the kind of person they need! 🤘 Hope you get the shot would be insane!
You have been auditioning for this gig for a long time. I was watching this thinking, "he looks like the guy who does the Jerry cover on that little kit with one tom and tiny cymbals." I looked it up and sure as shit...it's you! I've stolen so many drum licks from Tim Alexander. I wish you good luck, man. You were the first drummer I ever saw f****** with some Primus. I watched your video multiple times trying to learn it myself.
keep posting man, i’ve been keep tabs on all of the auditions and i must say right now you are my frontrunner and favorite. i definitely think keeping consistent posts coming along majorly helps your case, as well as medleys and live takes such as this one. , plus i love watching these🔥🔥. i’ve seen a lot of these auditions to this point and i’d say you, tote fernandez, and nate_drums-official all have the raw skill, groove, pocket, and most importantly the nuance herb brings to Primus. However you’ve been keeping these post coming and absolutely crushing them, so in my personal opinion you’re doing a great job of standing out and making your case. i’m really gunning for you man and i wish all the best to you. don’t stop until it’s all said and done!
Thanks for watching yall! Maybe if we all make enough ruckus I'll get noticed!
The Alex Jones moon is rising in January and Mars will be out of retrograde! The bones will fall favorably!
I've emailed the band recommending you.
Lovely. I love your sound.. hope you make it bro
Hey bro, not trying to tell ya what to do, but you've sent this in yourself, and written a little something to them right? Guessing you have, but if not, please do. Just write a little sincere cover letter just telling them a bit about yourself besides being a dope drummer etc. All the best!
@@jamescassidy4045i did!
I posted one of your vids on their post. Been watching you for years. Hope you get it!
Did the same, He's the man for the job
@@tarvopajus We need Les Claypool to collaborate on the next infometal album.
Me too dude is an amazing drummer
This man needs to play for Primus. It was written in the dead sea scrolls (fine print of course)
Rory Dolan is no joke of a contender. His band Lespecial covers Primus including full album sets. UA-cam Lespecial Frizzle Fry
Yeah man! This! He's got that sumthin special you want in a drummer, and just looks the part!
Sloppy
@@aronp7097 It's supposed to have a sloppy feel to it. That's the point.
Very good idea to drum along with live tracks
god i hope you get this gig josh, i used to come to your channel for covers and drum lessons when i was like 13, and now i’m 22 watching you audition for primus, you’re my endorsement for sure. 🙏🙏
Alright, nevermind. This dude is my top pick. He's got the look, the skills, the sound, stage presence, the gear, and around seems pro as hell. Hopefully his attitude is there and home life isn't a mess.
Appreciate that, yo.
One of the first drum cover channels I ever watched. That snare sounds killer and your playing is as crisp as ever.
I really hope you get it. You deserve the gig more than anyone else.
Nailing it. Favorite so far.
Bro, I don’t speak English well, but I believe in you!!! For Primus you are perfect choice!!! I start watching you 6 years ago, and you help me to understand how to play a lot of songs!!!
Hello from Ukraine!!!
Thanks so much for the support, it means a lot!
Your playing style is like something in-between of Herb and Brain. Would love to see you actually getting the gig. Also, what a snare sound!
Honestly the best one so far from the people I watched. I hope you get it brother
One of the best candidates I've seen...you have the groove, the touch and the tempo to fill that position...congratulations.
I'd vote for ya, Hoss. You have the tech and keep the groove too. We'd all love to see you land this gig. Slay on, slayer.
Got my vote. Years in the making..you got this Josh!!
Long time fan of the channel, Hope to see you on stage with Primus. 🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽
Si no te contratan, no escucho mas primus. Love you bro! Abrazo desde argentina 🫂
dude if i was primus i would be givin you a call id be like hes first but lets see what everybody else gonna do i really hope u get the gig my guy u deserve it!!
One of the best I've seen so far. And you did it to live tracks, as well as offered a taste of a bunch! Bravo! It looks effortless, whereas others I've seen look to have to keep up
single foot triples - killer!!!!
Its a win-win scenario for both you and Primus. Go for it Josh! ❤
I'm rooting so hard for you dude, best of luck
Josh is da legend!!!🤟🤟🤟
Am gonna throw in my support for you as well Josh. I don’t often comment and am absolute stickler for drums being done right…..you are and have always been streets ahead of other YT drummers….technically accurate to the recordings over multiple styles and most importantly your feel is always spot on….you feel the music and you’re by far my fave person to watch…..Les…..give this guy a go
Such a good vibe and stellar playing. You got my vote Sir.
Would love to see Frizzle Fry album medley!
Bruh Primus definitely needs to add you to the line up! Amazing cover! Come on Les can’t be sleeping on this guy!
I appreciate that!
Definitely the best man for the position, no doubt. Best of luck mate!
So well done! I really like that your voice on the drums shines through. You play Tim’s parts so well, whilst not trying to be him.
…maybe just for our sake, I wouldn’t be adverse if you upload more of these to YT 🤩🙌
Hope you get to tryout with them in person🧡🕊️
I am a *drummer* of 30+ years. Primus became one of my favorite bands from late 80's and onwards. I have seen numerous audition videos and many were very very good. Watching Josh play in many videos blows me away with his precision, ease, and exactness in execution. He could not be deeper in the pocket and he seems to be a good fit with his self deprecating quirky image and the skills to deliver. He is my pick for the next drummer of Primus.
Rock on!
So sick.. The feel and power is spot on but you give it extra pump... Love it!
Appreciate it!
Been watching a lot of auditions today and yours is the best IMHO. Great job! Good luck!!!
So good. So, so good. I'd be hyped if Josh is in Primus. HYPED!
Go Josh! I'm rooting for you and Terrana to get this, I think you both deserve the spot. You where one of my first youtube drum influences back in 2015 when I was 13 y/o, i'm now 22 y/o and watching you play with Primus would be really awesome man!!! Best wishes for u and your family bro :)
How rad! I believe the first vid of yours I saw was a Primus cover!
Best of luck, Sir!🤘👍😎
Freakin flawless as always my brother! You make it look effortless sir!
So far you have the most natural groove I've seen. Keep up the awesome playing. GOOD LUCK!!!
Thanks!
No triggers, no complicated mics, this sounds good acoustically which is a dream for bands and sound engineers!
The groove is there, the pocket is there, and the chops and “fun” is all there!
I’d hire you!
They were all awesome but "Jerry was a racecar driver" sold the pitch to me 🤘😎🤘 🥁 🔥 Awesome work! Wish you luck, my man!
Wow. Finding so many great drummers out of this Primus thang. Your snare sounds CHEF'S KISS and I bet that has a lot to do with your technique. Good luck!!
You are the guy, man. Amazing and thoughtful audition, highlighting your pocket, chops, as well as various singles the band frequents live. Hope you get it.
Thanks for the kind words! I'm hoping for the best.
Nnnnnice Josh, good luck man. Yer in the pocket that’s for sure. Love the longshoreman look.🗻🏔
every music he plays all them i love so much a legend and a good taste my friend! ty for this! brazil loves you
Thank you for the support, it means a lot!
Josh, you have the skill and you make all the perfect faces to be a great Primus drummer! ✊😆👍
Primus would be foolish not to hire you!! You have been so consistently good for so long. Best of luck, Josh.
Thanks yo!
Dude you are the perfect fit imo for Primus!! Good luck brother!
This guy deserves the spot been watching this account for years, Legend
I hope you get the gig, boss man.
Been following your channel for so many years now, stay safe and good luck.
I appreciate it!
Well done Josh! Playing to live tracks is a great idea.
I really hope you get the gig bro! You sound and look great. Great style. Thanks for uploading, hope they pick you
Dude I’ve been watching your videos since I was a young teenager. You helped me learn so many songs from watching your covers and it dramatically improved my drumming, even though I’d been playing since I was 3. I took a lot from how relaxed and loose you play while still having so much power and I put you up there with all my influences like Vinnie Paul, Sean Kinney, and Tom Hunting. You’re seriously an unsung monster of drums. Nobody deserves to be in Primus more than you my man! Keep on ripping and thank you for getting me into Exodus with your Leonard and Charles cover 🤘🏻
As a heavy fan of Primus for 30 years now since I discovered them, and a huge fan of drums (finally got a set at 42 which was many years ago) I think you should be their drummer.
Tim is my favorite drummer, "pudding time" is my favorite drum piece and I think you have the right touch.
Well done.
This is the 3rd Primus drumming audition video I’ve seen in the last few days & this one is by far the BEST so far & this is coming from a drummer that has performed on many stages over the last 30yrs. This guy has great rhythm & presence.
So if my vote counts, I vote for Josh, he ROCKS 🤘😝🤘
I appreciate the kind words!
This is amazing watching come up when you’re young and learning like imagine his shoes he’s hyped he’s getting the job . 4L
You are on point my sir!! All of the drumming that’s come out from this is the reason why I’m watching your channel more premise, please
Good Luck on your audition man !!!!
I could see you in Primus … You got this ! Good luck bro ✌️
Love how hard you play, snap and pop! yessss
crispy. very nice
Hope you get the gig man, been watching your channel for years 🤘🏻
Killing it Bro!
Got my vote!
Very very nize. Great feel and very smart to play to live tracks!
I have been following you for years and watching your videos.
You are an incredible drummer. I hope you get it man.
Greetings from Argentina 🤘😎
Best guy for the job I've seen yet! Not only does he have the ability to play the parts...... He fits the roll perfectly. Good luck man!
I think the best compliment I can ever give is if someone played this to me and I wasn't aware of the situation ( but was a primus fan ) I would say that herb was the one putting in the most effort in this concert, but it is in reality Josh who is making all the difference and since I can't tell the difference that says everything
Now that the opportunity is there I hope Les makes the right choice
This is truly incredible and Josh deserves to be part of the band
I’ve been watching you for years and have been my favorite drummer to do covers for Primus. If anyone is deserving of that spot, I think it’s you my man.
I appreciate that!
josh for primus!!
this is balls to the wall. Lets gooooooo !!!! Feeling it my guy. Hope you land the gig !!!
In the long long ago this mans drum play throughs helped me wrap my mind around songs I was trying to learn and understand due to his quality above others. Even early on in the platforms history! Playing specific live versions of primus tunes is such a hard flex and takes massive ballz. Exactly the kind of person they need! 🤘 Hope you get the shot would be insane!
Thanks!
Josh is the one and only pick! Really hope you get it man.
I must agree with everyone else dude.....Best Primus audition I have seen. I hope camp Primus is paying attention.
Really hope they see this, man! Good luck!
You have been auditioning for this gig for a long time. I was watching this thinking, "he looks like the guy who does the Jerry cover on that little kit with one tom and tiny cymbals." I looked it up and sure as shit...it's you! I've stolen so many drum licks from Tim Alexander. I wish you good luck, man. You were the first drummer I ever saw f****** with some Primus. I watched your video multiple times trying to learn it myself.
Awesome!
He would be a great fit totally confident almost cocky and he captures the feel so well, great player
Best I've seen so far. Very natural
Love you man, hope you get the part!
keep posting man, i’ve been keep tabs on all of the auditions and i must say right now you are my frontrunner and favorite. i definitely think keeping consistent posts coming along majorly helps your case, as well as medleys and live takes such as this one. , plus i love watching these🔥🔥. i’ve seen a lot of these auditions to this point and i’d say you, tote fernandez, and nate_drums-official all have the raw skill, groove, pocket, and most importantly the nuance herb brings to Primus. However you’ve been keeping these post coming and absolutely crushing them, so in my personal opinion you’re doing a great job of standing out and making your case. i’m really gunning for you man and i wish all the best to you. don’t stop until it’s all said and done!
@duragchad7437 thanks a lot!
Fantastic audition man! Hope to see you land the job!
May the Metal Gods guide you towards the Primus land!
Awesome youre in the game!
First one of these I've seen that could really work, Good luck mate!
First person I’m seeing playing to a live track , ripping it up as usual ❤❤❤
I agree... Josh Steffan is great, I have seen him drum other parts; he is a natural talent
ABSO LOOTLY NAILED IT!!!
Solid AF! Best of luck to you 👊🏻
Like a lot of these comments say, I’ve watched your vids, yous a badass drummer, good luck brother
Good luck bro! Nailed it and great energy!
You deserve this man!
Fan of Josh's for years. Fan of Primus since release of Frizzle Fry. I hereby bless this union. It'd be perfect!
Great feel! Good luck!
Totally Awesome and incredibly Dynamic
You’re the man josh! One of my favorite UA-cam drummers for a long time now. How cool would it be to snag a primus gig. 😂🤘🏻
Dayum! Nailed everything. You need to be their drummer.
I really do hope you get the Primus gig. This is so crisp and clean!
Great job!
Your kit sounds awesome👊
You deserve the gig!
i love it!! the best so far
You are a master man, you fucking deserve it
Hope you get the job man. Been watching your covers for a long time.
I appreciate that!
Hope you get the gig!