I truly appreciate everyone's support! The youtube thing has brought me so much - through all the burnouts and self-doubt, the endless pursuit of learning new things to improve this or that, dealing with setbacks, polishing terds, boomer tech, misery, etc. - it also brought thousands of people who I've inspired with my videos from my basement. And folks, that makes me cry with joy. Ok I'll stop! - Josh
I am a 56 year old novice drummer, I’ve been playing my kit steadily for 4 years, you have inspired me to keep going!!! One day I’ll be as good as you man!!! Hope you get the gig, I just watched your ‘Mud’ cover tonight not knowing you were auditioning for Primus!!!
Nobody, and I mean NOBODY, can impersonate Lars Ulrich as well as you do. Not even Lars Ulrich does Lars Ulrich justice. Also, your skin skills are obscenely good. I salute you, Sir! \m/(>_
I've been following you since about 2015, you definitely have a style that shines through especially on your "kind of" drum covers. Primus is a favorite of mine so i'd love to see you get the gig, all support towards you
This is not just a blessing to the possibilty of getting a chance for Primus, but for everyone who comes across your account as well. Keep on rocking the fuck on.
Yes! I’ve been waiting for your submission to put your socks in the ring! So smart to focus on original material and highlight your style. Yes your original stuff is heavier, but I read the call out and you have plenty of cover videos and alt versions to show that you can play the catalog. But what can they anticipate you can contribute? Can you match their musical personalities which fuse virtuoso proficiency with Intelligent creativity and originality? Can you integrate humorous content (how are you gonna punctuate the verse! Not the beat) that is exemplify the band’s tongue in cheek instrumental humor? Lastly, (yeah the references may be argumentative but…) who are you and are you gonna be a “Newstead” or a “Trujillo”? Lastly, Primus has a lot to say still, they take an important role in the genre, to show that you also have intelligence and a similar set of social as well as personal values is crucial. Not only to play the existing catalog with the required feel but also to create along those lines. I think you put out a strong argument that you have all of the above, hopefully Les and Larry will also peruse your channel as the proof is there! Good luck Josh! I hope to see you on stage when I’m sitting 3rd row at the mpls show next summer!! #primus
Awesome Josh. You have been a beast for years. This style comp is badass, and your John the fisherman cover a few years back was badass too. If you get this, you earned it. Hell yeah 🤘
Bro this totally kicked ass, I can 100% see you being the next drummer for Primus & I’m definitely cheering for you all the way from Australia. From one drummer to another you friggen ROCK 🤘😝🤘 I’m loving all your videos you’ve been pumping out, keep up the amazing work & I truly wish you all the luck in the world in landing this gig & I have my fingers crossed that they pick you 🤞😃🤞
People are spamming other drummers with more coverage like crazy on Primus socials. It’s annoying because you clearly can tell Josh is way more talented than them. Anyway, good luck my man, you absolutely kill it, always
He may be a great drummer, but he only played in the style of Primus but did not actually play any Primus. Other auditions where they actually played Primus were a better fit for the band.
@ hey i understand what you’re saying, but you need to watch his other vids ya silly goose. he’s been posting primus songs and he even did like a 10 min primus live setting video, it’s pretty sweet i would go check it out if i were you! might change your mind ;)
he’s also been posting for about 3 weeks now since the whole audition process even started. form what i’ve seen he’s shown some of the most commitment on the youtube platform.
Your drumming is great, but can you actually play Primus? The heavy Primus like grove was great, but it was not Primus. From the audition we know you are a great drummer, but we have no idea if you can play Primus tunes.
I truly appreciate everyone's support! The youtube thing has brought me so much - through all the burnouts and self-doubt, the endless pursuit of learning new things to improve this or that, dealing with setbacks, polishing terds, boomer tech, misery, etc. -
it also brought thousands of people who I've inspired with my videos from my basement. And folks, that makes me cry with joy.
Ok I'll stop!
- Josh
I am a 56 year old novice drummer, I’ve been playing my kit steadily for 4 years, you have inspired me to keep going!!! One day I’ll be as good as you man!!! Hope you get the gig, I just watched your ‘Mud’ cover tonight not knowing you were auditioning for Primus!!!
❤❤
Edit: FOKKIN NOTICE HIM, PRIMUS!!
Nobody, and I mean NOBODY, can impersonate Lars Ulrich as well as you do. Not even Lars Ulrich does Lars Ulrich justice.
Also, your skin skills are obscenely good. I salute you, Sir! \m/(>_
Dude I love this guy. He has been killing it for many many years
Exactly!
His drumming combines so many styles - groovemaster!
I love it!
I've been following you since about 2015, you definitely have a style that shines through especially on your "kind of" drum covers. Primus is a favorite of mine so i'd love to see you get the gig, all support towards you
PRIMUS. This is your man!!!
Good luck Josh!! Would love to see you in Primus 🤘
It's simple. I want Josh in PRIMUS. I think he would send PRIMUS in their heavier direction. The best PRIMUS is the earlier, heavier PRIMUS.
100%
This is not just a blessing to the possibilty of getting a chance for Primus, but for everyone who comes across your account as well. Keep on rocking the fuck on.
I'm rooting for you, bro. Good luck! Greetings from Brazil!
let's go Josh, you deserve this!
I really like this audition. So much better than doing covers is showing your unique voice. Hope you get a shot.
Yes! I’ve been waiting for your submission to put your socks in the ring!
So smart to focus on original material and highlight your style.
Yes your original stuff is heavier, but I read the call out and you have plenty of cover videos and alt versions to show that you can play the catalog.
But what can they anticipate you can contribute?
Can you match their musical personalities which fuse virtuoso proficiency with Intelligent creativity and originality? Can you integrate humorous content (how are you gonna punctuate the verse! Not the beat) that is exemplify the band’s tongue in cheek instrumental humor?
Lastly, (yeah the references may be argumentative but…) who are you and are you gonna be a “Newstead” or a “Trujillo”?
Lastly, Primus has a lot to say still, they take an important role in the genre, to show that you also have intelligence and a similar set of social as well as personal values is crucial. Not only to play the existing catalog with the required feel but also to create along those lines.
I think you put out a strong argument that you have all of the above, hopefully Les and Larry will also peruse your channel as the proof is there!
Good luck Josh! I hope to see you on stage when I’m sitting 3rd row at the mpls show next summer!!
#primus
This is the perfect drum content I like to watch. Original heavy, groovy compositions with awesome drumming. Nice job!
Rooting for you man! Hope you get it. 🤘
Awesome Josh. You have been a beast for years. This style comp is badass, and your John the fisherman cover a few years back was badass too. If you get this, you earned it. Hell yeah 🤘
you and bebetto are totally in !!
Rise! Rise! Awaken! Yes! More! AAAAHH!
If our man josh steffen doesn't get the job I refuse to believe anything. You got this man
I want YOU to be the drummer for Primus. I'm following since 2016 and your styler and confidence in the drums are notable
I appreciate that!
Bro this totally kicked ass, I can 100% see you being the next drummer for Primus & I’m definitely cheering for you all the way from Australia. From one drummer to another you friggen ROCK 🤘😝🤘
I’m loving all your videos you’ve been pumping out, keep up the amazing work & I truly wish you all the luck in the world in landing this gig & I have my fingers crossed that they pick you 🤞😃🤞
The ending made me smile
Josh is the only choice for PRIMUS!
Yea Josh!
Feel those up beat 16th accents..
Killing it.
Still above the rest 🤘🏼
6:30 is absolutely filthy. Well done man
It's not only the drumming. It is his personality that seems to be quirky and nerdy to resonate with what I see as Primus energy.
Good luck josh!! Greetings from mexico 🎉🎉
Dude you would kill it in primus!!!
Been watching you for years, hope you get the gig bro
If you aren't the next drummer for Primus, I will start a protest.
Killing it!!!
This is so cool
Rock on, brother 🤘🔥
This is sick.. I can't wait to bump this in my car
Just want to say wow! 😳
You're hired!
👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Best of luck!
that roto-tom thing had more melody than all the guitars in this video combined lol
Keep on rockin Josh!🤘
Nice 😊
It would genuinely be amazing to see you become the new drummer
Beautiful
I like that Josh shaved for the occasion.
I approve!
OKC, here. I'm rootin' for ya, bud! *I've been watching you since @2015-16, I think. It was right after I broke my neck, and that was '15. Math lol.
Using your middle on the guitar felt personal 😂
love that accent on the E of 1E+A
It's called The Oney.
Dude this is fucking spectacular.
I actually think your pink and green sock is cool
YOU GOT LITTLE GOLD FRAME GLASSES, YOU SCARE ME SO BAD!
Sounds and style like Korn david silveria ❤❤
I don't know bro. It's got that Primus weirdness to it, but it's too metal-y
🔥🔥🔥
❤👏👏👏
People are spamming other drummers with more coverage like crazy on Primus socials. It’s annoying because you clearly can tell Josh is way more talented than them. Anyway, good luck my man, you absolutely kill it, always
Shit is great
Josh the nuclear drummer!!!
luscious locks, multiple style expos, and some guitar? i’ve seen enough. give this man the call!!
He may be a great drummer, but he only played in the style of Primus but did not actually play any Primus. Other auditions where they actually played Primus were a better fit for the band.
@ hey i understand what you’re saying, but you need to watch his other vids ya silly goose. he’s been posting primus songs and he even did like a 10 min primus live setting video, it’s pretty sweet i would go check it out if i were you! might change your mind ;)
he’s also been posting for about 3 weeks now since the whole audition process even started. form what i’ve seen he’s shown some of the most commitment on the youtube platform.
We should jam sometime before you get too busy with a band!
👍👊👌🤌💪🤝
Bro if they don’t pick you they suck
Awesome job, Josh, you are smashing that Primussy
I hope they pick you and your sock controversy
Sockfael is a great fit
Your drumming is great, but can you actually play Primus? The heavy Primus like grove was great, but it was not Primus. From the audition we know you are a great drummer, but we have no idea if you can play Primus tunes.
I have a list of Primus covers.
hey josh bro, i def. wanna talk > drums/gear/music n bands with you , message me or email me , thanks n talk soon > tom !