Hey John (hope you read this message). What you did in this album is incredible, hands down! A great drummer is not just about technique, but creativity, drums sound, etc... and you nailed it. You should get a lot more recognition for it. You’re a truly prog metal drummer legend. Thanks for your art. And keep on rocking!
Have been following John all over when we both had super long hair living in NYC to around the world. As a drum student and friend , I am happy to read all these great replies and comments. Every single one is well deserved. John is the drummers drummer. A musical talent that transcends just “drumming” guy should be more well known mainstream. However that means more John for all of us to enjoy. Happy to be his long time friend and student. John, you sir are fucking amazing….
What a great player!! I'm here because of John's awesome playing on War of the World's part 2. I freaking love that album. Thanks for the inspiration John!!!
My ears always hear the guitars first in any record but mac is the only one who grabs my attention with his drums tone and playing, amazing drummer and took the album on another level
@John Macaluso: You, sir, are a beast and a badass! Tremendous job, and what a great part you wrote for this tune! Love how you tuned the drums and the cymbals you chose are crisp and the overtones ring in tune. Cheers!
First of all: Congrats on being part of such amazing project. As far as my tastes go, this is the best music, you performed in since Ark. Absolutely stunning work. Second of all: That gong at the end totally cracked me up. So hilarious and so cool at the same time. :)
John, great job on this album. One of my favorite drummers. I got to see you live with Yngwie opening night of the Alchemy tour in Winterpark, FL and on War to End all Wars in Dallas with Jorn Lande & Randy Coven. You were kind enough to sign my Ark CD and TNT Realized Fantasies.
THat's so cool. Wow I remember that first night in Florida. It was a trip for me because I grew up listening to Malmsteen and then it hit me that night that I was playing with him ha ha. I remember the Dallas show as well. Cool about the ARK CD's. Yeah Randy was the best bro. Thanks so much for the message and look out for Romeo part 2, it's a killer killer album. John
@@JohnMacalusoDrums I agree Michael is one of the best guitarists alive I've thought that since the 1990's when I first heard Symphony X's The Divine Wings of Tragedy album. Every song on his solo album has so much energy and sounds so dynamic due to largely to your amazing drumming on each track. I have been a fan of your playing for a long time and loved your work with Yngwie Malmsteen on Alchemy and War To End All Wars (which suffered from a terrible mix). Do you sell any tab books or have sheet music of your work?
@@JohnMacalusoDrums oh man you replied haha!! Nice to meet you! I just saw from the crowd at a club called Jaxx in Springfield, VA. I remember Yngwie introduced you guys in middle of the show and you played like a fusion instrumental with Matt's and band. It's horrible what happened to him. Do you know what happened if I may ask? I've always wondered. It's so cool to meet you.
This is killer! Great songwriting with drums. That's what I like best about Portnoy too. He's not a drummer but a song painter whose canvas is time itself - just like this performance. 👌
so, 4 years after the 1st album (which was sooo good ! ), the 2nd one releases very soon ... i really hope we will have a drum video, as for Djinn, it gives a real viewable " motion/energy" to the music we hear, ... oh, btw, 4 years after that video's release, it's still a real joy and pleasure to hear that album and to watch your video :) (and the Michael Romeo's ones...he's good with a guitar, he should play in a band :D )
Man I call this ART!!!! thanks to your magnificent technique I can ear the full sound of drums shells..perfect time, taste, groove, everything, TOP!!!!!!
Jeeez... I just creamed my jeans about 10 times in the first 2 mins. Holy crap you're unbelievably good. That drum sound is absolutely monsterous as well! Possibly the best studio performance I have ever watched.
@@JohnMacalusoDrums just discovered Michael Romeo's "War of the worlds". Awesome album. Why don't you upload videos like this one for all the songs of the album? It would be great!
@@SandroVOX I will do some after part 2 comes out. I have some real footage of the actual studio recording. This one is me doing play through vid after album came out. Going to be cool. Stay tuned man.
That's how a drummer play in a metal song...give all he got for the song..the energy to max...salute
Thank you for the comment.
John Macaluso, you are one BRILLIANT dummer!
Just CRUSHING it. Beats those skins like they owe him money...
Hey John (hope you read this message). What you did in this album is incredible, hands down!
A great drummer is not just about technique, but creativity, drums sound, etc... and you nailed it.
You should get a lot more recognition for it. You’re a truly prog metal drummer legend.
Thanks for your art. And keep on rocking!
Thanks Douglas!!! Great message man, I appreciate that. John
Great drummer, highly underestimated. John deserves thousands likes.
The perfect music for my ears. My eyes need the video slowed down so i can see every note clearly..
Have been following John all over when we both had super long hair living in NYC to around the world. As a drum student and friend , I am happy to read all these great replies and comments. Every single one is well deserved. John is the drummers drummer. A musical talent that transcends just “drumming” guy should be more well known mainstream. However that means more John for all of us to enjoy. Happy to be his long time friend and student. John, you sir are fucking amazing….
What a great player!! I'm here because of John's awesome playing on War of the World's part 2. I freaking love that album. Thanks for the inspiration John!!!
I found and listen to this band last year, although I have been a guitarist and a metal fan since 2000, 'War of the Worlds' is masterpiece.
Welcome
Damm! fucking amazing, seriously!
I hope we see more
Apparently he's enjoying his work, not just executing like so many called ARTISTs. Excellent 👌.
Impressive DISC !!! John is THE PERFECT drummer
dude that was fucking sick - listening to romeo for 20+ years had no idea you were the solo drummer. incredible man. bravo, job well done
Thanks a lot. Yeah I filled in on SX Iconoclast tour and then recorded Mike's two latest solo albums. Luv both records.
Holy Crap! Unbelievable!!!
YO ROB, Thanks a lot Bro.
Yo Johnny Mac is Michael Romero gonna tour? I love the new album!
What could you possibly wanty more out of a drummer? This guy is amazing!
that’s what i called full power, great performance of John
My ears always hear the guitars first in any record but mac is the only one who grabs my attention with his drums tone and playing, amazing drummer and took the album on another level
Thank You!!!
That was so satisfying to watch.
I am a guitarist.. this is the best drumming I have ever heard.. wow
Precise Compasses! Perfectly Heavy! Nothing is missing, nothing left! Great!
That drum's sound....perfect.
@John Macaluso: You, sir, are a beast and a badass! Tremendous job, and what a great part you wrote for this tune! Love how you tuned the drums and the cymbals you chose are crisp and the overtones ring in tune. Cheers!
I came to look for a bass cover but couldn't go back and I'm watching this beast 3 times in a raw and can't understand what he's doing 🔥🔥🔥
Unreal 😮
Thank You Andrew
John you are fabulous . I love every minute of this album and you are an integral component of this work. Just incredible !
Holy smokes! Smile on my face:)
John makes it look SO easy.....VERY UNDERRATED drummer
First of all: Congrats on being part of such amazing project. As far as my tastes go, this is the best music, you performed in since Ark. Absolutely stunning work. Second of all: That gong at the end totally cracked me up. So hilarious and so cool at the same time. :)
John, great job on this album. One of my favorite drummers. I got to see you live with Yngwie opening night of the Alchemy tour in Winterpark, FL and on War to End all Wars in Dallas with Jorn Lande & Randy Coven. You were kind enough to sign my Ark CD and TNT Realized Fantasies.
THat's so cool. Wow I remember that first night in Florida. It was a trip for me because I grew up listening to Malmsteen and then it hit me that night that I was playing with him ha ha. I remember the Dallas show as well. Cool about the ARK CD's. Yeah Randy was the best bro. Thanks so much for the message and look out for Romeo part 2, it's a killer killer album. John
@@JohnMacalusoDrums already pre-ordered part 2 and looking forward to hearing Dino on vocals.
The drums on this whole album kick so much ass and it's cool to see John play with this much intensity
Thanks Rick, glad you dig the album. Romeo rules!
@@JohnMacalusoDrums I agree Michael is one of the best guitarists alive I've thought that since the 1990's when I first heard Symphony X's The Divine Wings of Tragedy album.
Every song on his solo album has so much energy and sounds so dynamic due to largely to your amazing drumming on each track. I have been a fan of your playing for a long time and loved your work with Yngwie Malmsteen on Alchemy and War To End All Wars (which suffered from a terrible mix).
Do you sell any tab books or have sheet music of your work?
Great stuff, can't wait for war of the world's pt 2!!!
Fuck man! 😯 I love your sound and your ideas!! It is an exceptional work of art! 🤘🤘🤘🤘
My personal fav drummer. Absolutely Amazing !
Thanks a lot!
Fuck yeah bro!!! Lets see the rest of the album!
amazing .. respect o7
Loved his work with guitarist Alex Masi on the Vertical Invader album.
Jayson, thanks a lot. Yeah that was a cool album. "Instant Army" was a sick track.
Wicked sick!
Now that's a cool compliment. Thanks
You are most welcome!!
Incredible drumming, tasty and powerful. Everything Macaluso touches turns to gold as far as I'm concerned!
Your playing on this album is phenomenal!
Wow this fella is always hitting hard af no matter what
wwwwwoooooowww John Macaluso one of the best!!
I remember seeing you play with Yngwie in early 00's. Great show!
Thanks; Did we meet? In Ohio? Your name is very familiar.
@@JohnMacalusoDrums oh man you replied haha!! Nice to meet you! I just saw from the crowd at a club called Jaxx in Springfield, VA. I remember Yngwie introduced you guys in middle of the show and you played like a fusion instrumental with Matt's and band. It's horrible what happened to him. Do you know what happened if I may ask? I've always wondered. It's so cool to meet you.
what a top drummer!
Really smooth and laid back playing. Super. I like the ringidingding on the ride!
Such creativity. Oh, boy!
Amazing. Hail to Romeo
You sir, are a complete legend. Your creativity and personality gave these albums what they are! A ture masterpieces. Thank you!
THANK YOU Antonio. I love these Romeo albums, proud to be on them.
This is killer! Great songwriting with drums. That's what I like best about Portnoy too. He's not a drummer but a song painter whose canvas is time itself - just like this performance. 👌
Great way to put it, SONG PAINTER, Very cool: Thank You for the comment.
Una hermosa analogía y muy merecida para este gran baterista....
so, 4 years after the 1st album (which was sooo good ! ), the 2nd one releases very soon ... i really hope we will have a drum video, as for Djinn, it gives a real viewable " motion/energy" to the music we hear, ... oh, btw, 4 years after that video's release, it's still a real joy and pleasure to hear that album and to watch your video :) (and the Michael Romeo's ones...he's good with a guitar, he should play in a band :D )
Thank you so much. I will do a vid for the new album. It's a great record, super psyched for it to come out. Thanks again.
Just Amazing!
Thank You Anderson.
love your work john! outstating performance in this presentation. We see in your eyes that you play with passion!
love it!!!!!
WOW!!!!!!!! This is a BOMB!!
Thank Ya
Джон! Вы Гений! Браво!!!
You're legend John
Man I call this ART!!!! thanks to your magnificent technique I can ear the full sound of drums shells..perfect time, taste, groove, everything, TOP!!!!!!
Thanks for the video, John!! I hope you record more WOTW playthroughs!
Symphony X tonight, wish you were there man! Man I wish they played this song LOL. I keep coming back !
Amazingly
. Great job. BRAVO!!!
Great great job man
Such a great drummer and just love the part at 3:47 with the stick ;-) And just simply can´t get enough of that part at 4:37... superb!
Thank You
Organic approach to prog drumming... + great drum sound!
John is a MONSTER :)
OMG, amazing performance, John ❤️👌
Thanks Dany
This entire album just came together as a work of art. You sir are a beast
Thank you so much Anthony; Yeah both of these Romeo solo albums kill. Thanks man.
Wow, its an honor you responded. Such an awesome musician and seem to be a great guy as well@@JohnMacalusoDrums
Still watching this video years later. Really happy you're drumming on pt.2 as well!
Thanks mark, I appreciate that. Yeah man part 2 is an even better album, I love it. Alien Death Ray is coming!!!!
YESSSSSSSSS
Just awesome and powerful John... thank you for your musicianship!!
Awesome!! 🥁
Thank you Joe. Many Many "Franco-isms" in here, cause you da man!!!
super sharp ☠️
Thank you
Jeeez... I just creamed my jeans about 10 times in the first 2 mins. Holy crap you're unbelievably good. That drum sound is absolutely monsterous as well! Possibly the best studio performance I have ever watched.
fucking drummer !!! one of the best
Fanstic playing and composition.
4:35 epic writing of drum section parts ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🥁 most drummers would be totally lost here bit the drum writing is super awesome
Thanks so much. Yeah put a lot of work into this record. Glad you dig it!
grandissimo Macaluso...come sempre
Grazie mille
great Macalusoooooo
Great playing man. Incre fuckin..dibile
Some great drumming!! Pleasure to watch. 👍
Speechless.......
That is the best One Word Review I ever got!!! Thank you Tony
You're amazing, John! Such inspiration.
My all time favorite drummer.
Thank you!!!
Just AMAZING!!!! Greetings from Brazil 🤘🏼🤘🏼
Obrigado Sandro!
@@JohnMacalusoDrums just discovered Michael Romeo's "War of the worlds". Awesome album.
Why don't you upload videos like this one for all the songs of the album? It would be great!
@@SandroVOX I will do some after part 2 comes out. I have some real footage of the actual studio recording. This one is me doing play through vid after album came out. Going to be cool. Stay tuned man.
You are so underrated...wich the new album will bring more light on the band and you because you deserve it so much!
Fantastic job on the video and the album. I cant wait to hear part 2!
This is play drums using great taste. Your grooves are amazing!! Not only speed and power!
Killing it!
So well executed, many thanx John!
That was awesome had to watch it several times
You really have a talent for enhancing a song with your creative drumming! Love the the way you play!
That is the words.. It is insane how much John is enhancing what is there..
Great album and great performance
Thank you Claudio
I.M.P.R.E.S.S.I.V.E !!!
How incredible your way of executing, very good your contribution to the sound of Michael Romeo, greetings from Chile
WOW !!!! AMAZING MACALUSO !!! SUPERPOWER !!!!
Great work! Go Mr. Macaluso:)
Awesome powerful and epic drumming!
Hell Yeah!
what a great job ! Always in my top 3 drummers Johnny
Yo, Thanks a lot Sam. I appreciate that.
Your s fire.. Is, unbelieve... John... Great..
Thanks Martin
So much energy in it! Thank you John! Love the trick at 3:46 :P
Exceptional John. My sincerely congrats !!! Great drummer, wonderful album. Thanks man for all. Peace....
Just SUPREME !!!
I miss you in the new starbreaker album