mason s. more drumming should be like neil / there's a lot of man-bun flip flop wearing lame-os playing floor toms with a spatula saying they're drummers - drumming needs more fills and more flash / stanier does it correctly, though - he's right on / his drum sound and beats are awesome
If I could share this particular band 1 million time I would!!! I want you guys to find out about them also! *watch?v=js6TBze6vNA* Like these people! Be sure you youtube that video
I forgot I had this song in my favorites playlist on Spotify. When it started playing I didn't know what it was (phone in pocket, headphones on), but let it continue. As soon as 0:53 came around I legit made the stanky face and head bobbing hard from how taken back I was. Still sounds amazing as it did the first time.
I don't know why but this song kinda reminds me of like Mordor and the husel and busel of orcs building weapons and you can hear a big fire dragon in the background starting to stir in the depths😮 I f!@#$% love this song!
@Fliko But yes, a great musician is flexible. By that I mean proficient in many genres because he has mastered his instrument, has kept his ears open, and his mind ready.
I remember years of bleeding fingers. I started guitar lessons when I was 13. I played in bands for 25 years. For the first 10 years I practiced 5 hours a day. I still sucked in comparison to real musicianship, but I became proficient. I can still recognize the few from the fakers within seconds. Opinionated? Yes, and harsh when it comes to musicians and vocalists (yes, I took singing lessons too). Whether you love or hate Timberlake or GaGa, (I don't dislike), they put in the time.
the off key piano banter is literally taking my structured theory world and destroying it! i love it! i can't stand it, but i can't stop listening to it! these guys are doing some incredible stuff with technology and skill. I'm excited to see what they conjure up live.
John Stanier i think something along the lines of to be discouraged from hitting it. Battles is all about the mechanics and breaking everything down to the bare bones to build up a wall of sound in my opinion, so nothing too over the top, just little intricacies that you will keep finding again and again. On record, i don't think stanier plays the same beat twice on futura, it's quite incredible. All you need is some hi-hat, snare and kick really.
on of the best performances that i saw here in buenos aires, when i was so depressed! hahaha, this bastards put me on he fucking sound heaven. i remember that show and i feel like a child again and again. it was incredible. i don´t that ythey came back to the stages, i hope that they make a tour on southamerica...
@her0indragon I just met John at Asbury Park on October 1st, my brother and I talked to him for literally a half hour. He is an awesome chill guy, brilliant musician... told me a new Tomahawk CD is in the works!!!!!
@Illumirage Mirrored is MOSTLY instrumentals, but there is a few tracks with vocals but the vocals are used as more of an instrument because the lyrics are indistinguishable and the vocals drenched in effects. Its not like there is a verse chorus verse and a hook, the vocals on mirrored are used to and some new textures to the sound. they kicked out the vocalist member for there new album....haha
If you didn't already realize, Battles are minimalist band so in turn Stanier is trying to keep the sound minimal, Tomahawk on the other hand are not, so there's no need to raise the cymbal.
@byronhilton i'd say that being anybody has the potential to be a musical genius in them. it's a blend of personality, inborn talent and hard work. the scales can be tipped in favor of any, or all, of those factors, and it is the job of the person to realize his strengths and weaknesses and exploit both through practice. besides, musical genius is a relative thing.
@themu5ic You do have a point. Freeform implies no standard signature. This was typified by Ornette Coleman. The beauty of it, when done well, is the freedom it gives the performers, and the feeling of expansiveness and excitement for the listeners. The weakness was, many performers after Ornette simply weren't musicians enough to connect intelluctual and musical concepts. But, as Mingus would say, write it down. To perform precise music, read from sheets.
there is a video (don't know where now) where Stanier verifies Gunther's claim in a press interview, although tbh, its hard to tell if he is trolling the interviewer or is being serious haha. Considering Stanier's insane awesomeness in Helmet, I wouldn't surprised if he injured himself premaritally before EP C, when he started raising the crash. Maybe just statement in change of style, new band...
What can I say? How nicer a way can I say expand your musical horizons? It's good to see some bands attempt to play instrumental music, which does require musicianship. Bands today don't start for the music, but for the girls/guys and the money. It's practice on your instrument, not rehearsal that makes a good musician. One guy took a survey of great musicians and found it took a minimum of 10,000 hours of practice to attain a high level of musicianship. At 5 hours a day do the math.
@danlikesmusicalot You're right, and I hope your love of music remains a lifelong passion. Life is long, and taste evolves. Not trying to change any opinion, just expressing mine. Nice to talk to an adult who disagrees.
@themu5ic I think they choose do it that way though, like as a jam rather than lay out the song as it was done in the studio -- I dunno, I'm just guessing. I've seen performances where they get right into the song as it is on the album, and then others where it takes like 10 minutes to get into an otherwise 5 minute song. I really love them for it, but respect that you don't like them. You're totally entitled to it.
@2nose919 I dont know...I mean obviously they're still a great band but Mirrored is my favorite album of all time. And I'm not saying he was the driving force behind the band, but i feel like their chemistry was near perfect and it would have been great to see all four of them mature as a band. Maybe I'm not quite used to their new album yet though
@locomocioncapilar You mean Aarvo Part? In that case I should have said to me. Aarvo for me is generally more traditionally classical. Again, some say Glass's minimalism cold; I say cold like electric fire. Part's minimalizm seems more lyrical, and in THAT way accessible.
damn the way the loop chugs back in at 4:25 is so nice. what a good band man
The entire band is amazing. As a "drummer" I find so many things in John Stanier's drumming. Really terrific musician.
i come back to this performance every now and then, still blew me away, like most take away shows does . holy fuck they're good.
Yeah but Holy Fuck are very good, too
John Staniers' drumming is how drummers wish theirs to be...without most of them knowing it ;-)
+dashwig It's how I wish most drummers would be, too. Too many kids trying to play lead like they're Neil Peart.
mason s. more drumming should be like neil / there's a lot of man-bun flip flop wearing lame-os playing floor toms with a spatula saying they're drummers - drumming needs more fills and more flash / stanier does it correctly, though - he's right on / his drum sound and beats are awesome
@@mediumstudio No idea what the hell man buns have to with drumming. You made your own point irrelevant, ya grumpy old fuck.
That snare sound!!!!
Please tell me why the rest of the world cannot recognize BRILLIANCE like this performance.
Yes!
Alrighty!
If I could share this particular band 1 million time I would!!! I want you guys to find out about them also!
*watch?v=js6TBze6vNA*
Like these people!
Be sure you youtube that video
We do just not enough of us lol.
@Jet Plane Noise? Maybe to your baby ears
I forgot I had this song in my favorites playlist on Spotify. When it started playing I didn't know what it was (phone in pocket, headphones on), but let it continue. As soon as 0:53 came around I legit made the stanky face and head bobbing hard from how taken back I was. Still sounds amazing as it did the first time.
Sounds like a good time
These guys are all really talented musicians,This track is groovy as hell
This is by far the best Take Away Show. I love this guys,...
I am so amazed. I need to invent new words to express what this song makes in my guts.
wow when it goes into that riff at about 5.30.... amazinggggggg the echo of the room, ahhhh so good
this is absolutely sick. crazy instrumental shit.
Body movin, body movin
with the a-1 sound sound so soothing.
Wow! I really like this. The gated reverb on the snare is so Phil Collins. Great guitar and synth sounds.
one of the finest Battles performances....
@IAmTheSwordmaster Same here! I just love these guys. They are playing at the Pitchfork festival this year and I am so psyched!
That was by far the best performance of this I've seen. Best quality video as well.
Come back please!!!
Christ.what a fucking performance.the perfect band.
The reverb from the room makes it even better
outstanding, fresh and interesting...
probably one of the coolest songs about a font ever.
Great Band!!!
I don't know why but this song kinda reminds me of like Mordor and the husel and busel of orcs building weapons and you can hear a big fire dragon in the background starting to stir in the depths😮 I f!@#$% love this song!
love the natural reverb in that hall.
watched for the umpteenth time.
MIND IS STILL BLOWN
awesome!
What an inspiring place to jam!
Años sin Battles y el mismo resultado. Son geniales.
Why did I expect Battles to play acoustic on their Tale Away Show? Well, despite the electric choice, this is still outstanding
@Fliko But yes, a great musician is flexible. By that I mean proficient in many genres because he has mastered his instrument, has kept his ears open, and his mind ready.
Battles wins the battle of glory !
I remember years of bleeding fingers. I started guitar lessons when I was 13. I played in bands for 25 years. For the first 10 years I practiced 5 hours a day. I still sucked in comparison to real musicianship, but I became proficient. I can still recognize the few from the fakers within seconds. Opinionated? Yes, and harsh when it comes to musicians and vocalists (yes, I took singing lessons too). Whether you love or hate Timberlake or GaGa, (I don't dislike), they put in the time.
One of THEE dopest drummers drumming today.
Loved these guys when they played in Lincoln.
Weird. Probably why I love it!
1:15 the lights turn into a evil little robot.
awesome video
I get the urge to listen to this performance at least once a day.
Ian Williams has been doing the only interesting things with a guitar since 1998
It is so fun to play a trap set. I did it with broken arms in Mexico City. I’ve still got my Squeking (Speed King) pedal.
THIS IS RAD! And brings me marvellous memories from Primavera Sound 2011...
Funny you should say that mate because these guys were the highlight for me in 2017 (I think) Primavera, in Porto. Cosmic
Battles... You have one more fan. Humbly yours
So Very Wonderful.Is an understatement.
dang that looks fun. love the texture and overall jammitude.
Love that melody that kicks in at 5:32
the off key piano banter is literally taking my structured theory world and destroying it! i love it! i can't stand it, but i can't stop listening to it! these guys are doing some incredible stuff with technology and skill. I'm excited to see what they conjure up live.
John Stanier i think something along the lines of to be discouraged from hitting it.
Battles is all about the mechanics and breaking everything down to the bare bones to build up a wall of sound in my opinion, so nothing too over the top, just little intricacies that you will keep finding again and again. On record, i don't think stanier plays the same beat twice on futura, it's quite incredible.
All you need is some hi-hat, snare and kick really.
CANNOT WAIT for their next album
absolutely amazing
on of the best performances that i saw here in buenos aires, when i was so depressed! hahaha, this bastards put me on he fucking sound heaven.
i remember that show and i feel like a child again and again. it was incredible.
i don´t that ythey came back to the stages, i hope that they make a tour on southamerica...
Great show
@AstrayVision probably Ableton, 'cause he's using the Akai APC, which is a MIDI-controller/sampler for ableton.
@her0indragon I just met John at Asbury Park on October 1st, my brother and I talked to him for literally a half hour. He is an awesome chill guy, brilliant musician... told me a new Tomahawk CD is in the works!!!!!
@Illumirage Mirrored is MOSTLY instrumentals, but there is a few tracks with vocals but the vocals are used as more of an instrument because the lyrics are indistinguishable and the vocals drenched in effects. Its not like there is a verse chorus verse and a hook, the vocals on mirrored are used to and some new textures to the sound. they kicked out the vocalist member for there new album....haha
drummer looks like he's having lots of fun xDD
nice vid as always la blogothèque!
Awesome band.
le batteur est passionné, c'est le moins qu'on puisse dire..
jesus the snare sounds fucking amazing
I think it's the size of the room. If I was going to sample a snare to use, this would be it.
yet another amazing show :)
If you didn't already realize, Battles are minimalist band so in turn Stanier is trying to keep the sound minimal, Tomahawk on the other hand are not, so there's no need to raise the cymbal.
Love it ! ! !
Sounds incredible!
john stanier is a MUTANT. timing? no, john stanier.
He's a robot
FOCUS!
@byronhilton i'd say that being anybody has the potential to be a musical genius in them. it's a blend of personality, inborn talent and hard work. the scales can be tipped in favor of any, or all, of those factors, and it is the job of the person to realize his strengths and weaknesses and exploit both through practice. besides, musical genius is a relative thing.
Damn that was SICK!!!!!!!
Esta bien genial!
@Illumirage check out their last album mirrors, its tight
I wonder if they'll be keeping their new album every four years streak going. 🤔😉
Yes, but 2023 album will be just Stanier.
@@totaltotalmonkey is that a joke or are you for real?
@themu5ic You do have a point. Freeform implies no standard signature. This was typified by Ornette Coleman. The beauty of it, when done well, is the freedom it gives the performers, and the feeling of expansiveness and excitement for the listeners. The weakness was, many performers after Ornette simply weren't musicians enough to connect intelluctual and musical concepts. But, as Mingus would say, write it down. To perform precise music, read from sheets.
Seen this guy open for Tool.. and now he's one of my biggest influences. I just hope he knows that
Woa, what is this place called?
there is a video (don't know where now) where Stanier verifies Gunther's claim in a press interview, although tbh, its hard to tell if he is trolling the interviewer or is being serious haha. Considering Stanier's insane awesomeness in Helmet, I wouldn't surprised if he injured himself premaritally before EP C, when he started raising the crash. Maybe just statement in change of style, new band...
What can I say? How nicer a way can I say expand your musical horizons? It's good to see some bands attempt to play instrumental music, which does require musicianship. Bands today don't start for the music, but for the girls/guys and the money. It's practice on your instrument, not rehearsal that makes a good musician. One guy took a survey of great musicians and found it took a minimum of 10,000 hours of practice to attain a high level of musicianship. At 5 hours a day do the math.
I LOVE THIS FUCKING SONG
john stanier ladies and gentlemen
This just makes me wanna make some music.
whatever hi hats john stanier uses must the greatest ones in the world
where are they? the acoustics sound mad cool, especially the drumset
They are our generations Can IMO
Can is awesome!
seeing them tonight in Brighton! fuck yeaaa
good good good!!!!!!!!
This "Take away show" are available for downloading or some? the sound quality is amazing
@danlikesmusicalot You're right, and I hope your love of music remains a lifelong passion. Life is long, and taste evolves. Not trying to change any opinion, just expressing mine. Nice to talk to an adult who disagrees.
I Like it ♥
@themu5ic I think they choose do it that way though, like as a jam rather than lay out the song as it was done in the studio -- I dunno, I'm just guessing. I've seen performances where they get right into the song as it is on the album, and then others where it takes like 10 minutes to get into an otherwise 5 minute song. I really love them for it, but respect that you don't like them. You're totally entitled to it.
dat reverb
whats that crash doing way up there?
@2nose919 I dont know...I mean obviously they're still a great band but Mirrored is my favorite album of all time. And I'm not saying he was the driving force behind the band, but i feel like their chemistry was near perfect and it would have been great to see all four of them mature as a band. Maybe I'm not quite used to their new album yet though
touché
It's like listening to sounds from the lost world of Awesome
That's because sometimes you need cymbals dude. He HAS a cymbal, he just does not want to overuse it.
Why HD when you can't keep the cam and focus steady?
@johnwashere22 the album is out??!?!?
@ShadowResonance yeaaah agree!
@her0indragon Haha, curious is all but of all the members why him?
argh! god damn great!
this song is some bad ass intro music
@locomocioncapilar You mean Aarvo Part? In that case I should have said to me. Aarvo for me is generally more traditionally classical. Again, some say Glass's minimalism cold; I say cold like electric fire. Part's minimalizm seems more lyrical, and in THAT way accessible.
haha at the end stanier gets mad... priceless