please tell me this guy plays in a band. preferably with an upright bassist who's eyes are permanently closed and a guy who is unhealthily hunched over a piano
im a metal drummer, but literally nothing in the genre impresses me like the heart and passion that goes into this kind of drumming. It's just beautiful.
Try listening to this while you're stoned! Wowwwwwwww! I partake of marijuana edibles a few times a month (more so now...) and then listen to music. Edibles help me let go of that barrier that tells me I'm not a good drummer or a good abstract painter...I can relax and learn things better.
After 43 years of playing I can no longer play, and I miss the sound of my drums and jamming on them for hours on end. I cannot thank you enough for bringing the gorgeous sound of drums and your exceptional playing bringing both into my humble abode.
I'm a pretty good drummer. Not killer or world class, but I can impress a lot of people. When I try to emulate your sound (exactly how I wish I could play), I sound like a 6 year old who took mom's diet pills.
I know you might not be interested in this, but hear me out. Your fan base have grown exponentially in the last couple of months, your video are extremely well put and sound gorgeous. As a drummer my self, I find your skill set in implementing different styles is over the chart. Lucid, relaxed, diverse. I don't think anyone would mind a few instructional videos from time to time. Thanks, much respect and love.
Hey Carter, do you think any of your lessons are worthwhile for people who aren't drummers but want to increase their understanding and abilities in regards to composing for drums, groove, rhythm etc ?
@@dorsia6938 drumming presents a different set of skills and planning priorities, very good for the brain to switch and transfer these to other parts of the psyche
Honestly disappointed that the cymbals aren’t made of animal skin, as well. I’ve been lied to. Edit: damn, I was going to take a screenshot at the 420 like mark, but I missed it :(
Love these videos, and I treat each one as a lesson. Take the playback speed down, and study! Love the brush work too. Keep up the great work Carter and stay healthy.
I can't describe how good watching this video felt, the technique was so smooth and overall the groove was sweet and very enjoyable. The animal skin adds a very soft and at the same time bright sound to it. Loved it.
I intended on just staying for a minute or so to get a feel for the sound of the heads, but your soloing/jamming just captivated me. Inspirational stuff, and I look forward to studying some of these grooves closer later :] awesome job! The kit sounds amazing as well!
Wow!,.... exceptional drum playing and wonderful stick control. Sweet dynamic touch. Killer video. I love the "One Camera Angle" look of this production. It allows you to really study your stick control and drumming, as well as enjoy the warm sound of your kit. Very nicely done! Great cymbal sounds, and I love the rivets. Beautiful solo, simply beautiful. Thanks for sharing, GT Albright - Dexter, Oregon
What a great random UA-cam suggestion this turned out to be! You can play so well and I'm amazed at how fast your wrists can move on those single hits! I've never come across animal skins being used on a Drum kit before. Interesting mellow sound.
One of the great things about the angles Carter's videos are shot in is that it reveals just how much impact your fingers have in your playing. What many people mistake as wrist dexterity is really all about the middle, ring, and pinky fingers.
Between all the hundreds of acrobats... Carter McLean remains to me everything I want to see from a Drummer. He is my hero since years and I can’t stop watching.
Carter, you and Florian Alexandru-Zorn are my two newest drummers I'm "in love with". As soon as this damn pandemic is on the way out, I want to buy a four piece drum kit and just devour videos by you guys...thank you for soothing my stressed out soul!
This dude pairs cymbals to drums like aged cheese with a fine wine
This is the best comment on this video
Yea, when you have the entire Agop collection it's not really that hard.
@@christopherpederson1021
He could sound just as good with a cheap pair of cymbals.
Dude that’s actually a totally legit comparison
His feel is incredible. Speed yet grace
please tell me this guy plays in a band. preferably with an upright bassist who's eyes are permanently closed and a guy who is unhealthily hunched over a piano
Basically the Avishai Cohen trio
His main gig is the drummer for the Broadway show The Lion King.
AttakaiMusic the bassist has a beard, suspenders and a bowler hat
The club they're at is unreasonably smokey
Hahahaha
By “demo,” he really meant “I flex really hard on everyone for 7 minutes.”
Jacob Morgan this Is the second best comment next to the wine and cheese one
I mean, the kit sounds good and all, but wow, those hands. That's some serious finger control
MusicDev I scrolled past this at 0:36 and holy shit you’re right
I reckon he can definitely please a women
@@runningfromcomfort aight
his performance is so smooth i can't believe it's not butter
edit: grammar
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@@mew1962 yeah
Mew no his is correct
@@mew1962 no
Mew Idiot.
im a metal drummer, but literally nothing in the genre impresses me like the heart and passion that goes into this kind of drumming. It's just beautiful.
Shawn Mick 🤘🏻Well said! I love Suffocation and Coltrane equally, but in different ways
I was just thinking the same thing. I love how it's the same instrument, yet playing it like this as opposed to rock/metal is just another world.
@@MrFeric30 yeah!!
I'm sure you've heard of Gar Samuelson?
'Heart and passion'. You forgot to add incredible skill and musicality.
Man, you are the smoothest player... blowing my mind and it’s weirdly relaxing too.. like drumming ASMR 😂
My thoughts exactly. I wish there was a bed made of this video.
Try listening to this while you're stoned! Wowwwwwwww! I partake of marijuana edibles a few times a month (more so now...) and then listen to music. Edibles help me let go of that barrier that tells me I'm not a good drummer or a good abstract painter...I can relax and learn things better.
@@DrummerGrrrl fuck yeaaah lol, playing and listening to music while high is one of the best things in life
It's relaxing cause it's extremely satisfying.
After 43 years of playing I can no longer play, and I miss the sound of my drums and jamming on them for hours on end. I cannot thank you enough for bringing the gorgeous sound of drums and your exceptional playing bringing both into my humble abode.
Aww that sucks bro
Hi buddy, sorry to hear that but keep drumming in your mind…
Man.... sorry, Brother.
I'm a pretty good drummer. Not killer or world class, but I can impress a lot of people. When I try to emulate your sound (exactly how I wish I could play), I sound like a 6 year old who took mom's diet pills.
jordan jeansonne i have never related to a comment more
perfectly put and I can relate.
There’s always someone better
Or a mom who took her 6 yr olds ADD meds.
Don't worry so much about it, just go your own path and in the end it may surprise you
I know you might not be interested in this, but hear me out.
Your fan base have grown exponentially in the last couple of months, your video are extremely well put and sound gorgeous. As a drummer my self, I find your skill set in implementing different styles is over the chart. Lucid, relaxed, diverse. I don't think anyone would mind a few instructional videos from time to time.
Thanks, much respect and love.
Yousef DQR I have 15 hrs of instruction at FOURHANDSDRUMMING.com 👍🏻
@@cartermclean Wow! Thank you! On it
@@yousefabudaqar6728 his book is also amazing
Hey Carter, do you think any of your lessons are worthwhile for people who aren't drummers but want to increase their understanding and abilities in regards to composing for drums, groove, rhythm etc ?
@@dorsia6938 drumming presents a different set of skills and planning priorities, very good for the brain to switch and transfer these to other parts of the psyche
Honestly disappointed that the cymbals aren’t made of animal skin, as well. I’ve been lied to.
Edit: damn, I was going to take a screenshot at the 420 like mark, but I missed it :(
Zackary Warren I’m working on it
@Shaggy Rodgers How about temple blocks made from skulls of various creatures?
Common sense pls
What a Brilliant comment !!!
@@onemoremisfit , Yes, while they are still living!
I don't know why this was in my recommended feed but I am NOT complaining.
Right. There. Witcha.
I would say the fact that you have a drum related profile pic. Ergo drum related interest in videos. Ergo this video in your recommended
I ate soap 3 years ago
ErykFib tf
I can tell that this was not only the product of hours and hours of drills but also exploration and experimentation. A true artist
I forgot this was for a drum skin demo. His playing is so hpynotic
What did I just watch!?! That was some of the best drumming I've ever seen on UA-cam!!
Dude, you're cleaning my soul with these videos
Love listening to an extremely catchy song, then 3 minutes in realizing drums are the only instrument present. This is so musical!
this was one of the best drum solos ive ever seen, probably the best one
Yeah, I have two old dogs. Now I know what I'm gonna do with them.
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Dude. That's metal as fuck
Go for it, I dare ya
Holy shit lol
You can shoot one and divorce the other Thank you! I'm here till Thursday. Try the Veal.
snare sounds fantastic!
I was thirsty, but then I heard that fresh drum kit...
This drumming is incredible. Amazing! And the instruments sound phenomenal as well.
honestly, I don't care how the drums do sound if played like that, I'm sure this guy could play any piece of junk and sound amazing
You sound amazing on these drums. The high-tone toms with that open bass drum. So pleasing to listen to.
Sounds so good. If I could play drums like this, it's all I would ever do.
Fantastic drumming. Some of the best I’ve seen. The dynamics, lush sounds. I can listen to this all day every day. Sooooo musical
These heads sound WICKED! Nice playing too! Your motifs are so fluid and creative! Monday is perfect now!
this guy might be my new favorite drummer :0
Certain parts of your solos blow me away how much you sound like Tony Williams. Good God! Clean, precise and nasty all at the same time!
Thank you..... there will never be another Tony.
Carter McLean
Amen. But damn Carter... you play so good!
And add a bit of Jeff Hamilton to the mix! Absolutely fantastic music delivered in this video!
I hear a mixture of Tony Williams and Joe Morello. Its amazing.
@@cartermclean just like there will nerver be another you
Eooooo!!!!! Sooooo musical! The tone is versatile! And good job with the cymbal matching as well!
Beautiful, I love the heads and your playing
Fantastic sounds, and fantastic playing!
The kit sounds great! Amazing playing!! So enjoyable to listen and watch!!!!
I love the articulation on these heads. Very warm and precise.
Gorgeous sound, incredibly artistic player. I loved every minute of this!
Fantastic playing. Beautiful tone
Love these videos, and I treat each one as a lesson. Take the playback speed down, and study! Love the brush work too. Keep up the great work Carter and stay healthy.
I can't describe how good watching this video felt, the technique was so smooth and overall the groove was sweet and very enjoyable. The animal skin adds a very soft and at the same time bright sound to it. Loved it.
damn that kick is so boomy it sounds like it has a reverb on it haha
This kit sounds amazing, well done!
Chops, musicality and tones for days 🔥
That was beautiful sound and playing !!
This has warmed my soul. Thank you for sharing your talent ♥️
I love your subtle finesse and control. Understated but technically advanced. Thank you.
great tuning, love the kick sound too!
I intended on just staying for a minute or so to get a feel for the sound of the heads, but your soloing/jamming just captivated me. Inspirational stuff, and I look forward to studying some of these grooves closer later :] awesome job! The kit sounds amazing as well!
Perfect sounding Kit,... Excellent voicing,. including Cymbals.
Killer drumming, Carter! Great video!
Those snare rim shots are heavenly
Wonderful sound, wonderful drumming😊!
Fantastic playing, Carter. Loving the warmth of those heads.
Sounds fantastic. Great kit and skin combination.
Your flow was soo cool sir... Really I love the way you communicate with the instrument
These demos are like lessons for me. Been playing for over a decade now, but there's always more to be learned. Great work.
Where have I been? This drummer is probably the finest player I’ve ever heard! This guy is unreal... AMAZING!
Your dynamics are unreal man, keep it up. :)
You are a FANTASTIC drummer !!! and that drum sound !!!!! warm , articulated just beautiful !!!
Wow!,.... exceptional drum playing and wonderful stick control. Sweet dynamic touch. Killer video. I love the "One Camera Angle" look of this production. It allows you to really study your stick control and drumming, as well as enjoy the warm sound of your kit. Very nicely done! Great cymbal sounds, and I love the rivets. Beautiful solo, simply beautiful. Thanks for sharing, GT Albright - Dexter, Oregon
Wonderful!! Instruments and drummer!
Carter, your kit sounds fantastic man! Solid groove, tone and swing. Very sonically interesting musical parts. Nice touch bro.
everything about this is flawless. so, so good.
Nice styling thank you for sharing your well versed experience beautiful big fan 👌🏾
Snare sounds amazing
what a joy to listen to. Smooth as glass, groovy, tasty, killer chops and so musical. Thanks for this.
Wonderful old school jazz sound. Nice touch on those skins too. So smooth. Love this clip! :-)
Sounds so smooth and clean! It's a delight for my ears!
If I was quarantined next to your studio, I won’t mind.
What a great random UA-cam suggestion this turned out to be! You can play so well and I'm amazed at how fast your wrists can move on those single hits! I've never come across animal skins being used on a Drum kit before. Interesting mellow sound.
What a sound. Love that tone. Your playing is superb
what an inspiring playing and sound. WoW!
Nice drum kit bro, one of the best drums i've ever seen
What an amazing sound!
Awesome!! what a pleasure to watch such a talented drummer Cheers!!
Such beautiful dynamics. I already love playing drums, but this is inspirational.
Love your drumming! Great musicality, to me you’re a guiding light
poetry in motion. Beautiful, mate.
YES Carter! Great demo 👌🎶
Sick playing!! And sick drum heads!
Sounds really damn good. Nice playing and killer sounding kit!
Unbelievable playing! Great sounding drums too.
All I can say is damn! You definitely inspire me to want to get better. You are one talented individual. Keep on doing your thing brother!
Mount Olympus of drumming-damn! So smooth and sophisticated.👍👍
What a beautiful sound.
Beautiful drumming. That kit sounds very organic.
One of the great things about the angles Carter's videos are shot in is that it reveals just how much impact your fingers have in your playing. What many people mistake as wrist dexterity is really all about the middle, ring, and pinky fingers.
AMAZING PERFORMANCE AND SOUND.
I just closed my eyes and listened to the drum conversations taking place...love it.
Nice playing! Great feel!
Every piece of that set sounds amazing
Woodward IV every part of his playing sounds amazing
Between all the hundreds of acrobats... Carter McLean remains to me everything I want to see from a Drummer. He is my hero since years and I can’t stop watching.
Gorgeous drum sound... Jeez... This is so musical drumming.
Daaaaamn man, I could be listening to your playing all day
WOW!!! Those skins sound amazing!!!
Carter, you and Florian Alexandru-Zorn are my two newest drummers I'm "in love with". As soon as this damn pandemic is on the way out, I want to buy a four piece drum kit and just devour videos by you guys...thank you for soothing my stressed out soul!
GREAT tone with those actual SKINS and damn you’ve got great singles Carter!
love the snare and the kick
awesome playing and awesome skins
Everything about the sound of this kit is perfect.
Awesome playing!
Absolutely incredible drumming--forgetting the skins. I am a guitarist but have a deep appreciation for what you are doing. Cheers.