George has the best single strokes on the bass drums when you take into consideration the power he gets from his blazing speed making it a lethal combination
Hes amazing. Blast beats and bpm is like the bench press of drumming. You can still be a good athlete without benching 500 lbs, and you can still be a good drummer without being able to play anything on "Those Whom the Gods Detest"
What. The. Fuck. I've been watching Alex rudinger alot and he uses double strokes past 240bpm so that seemed perfectly normal and then I see this mo fucker at 280 using single foot for his blasts and his double bass is fuckin outta hand lol idk why he wears jeans either
The way he just keeps the single foot blast ( everything really 🥁🥁)so consistent from a to z is just ....fucking ...suuweeeet ..dude hes one of the best ever to hit the skins as far as metal goes imo.
It's a man; no, it's a machine; no, it's George Kollias! Just when you thought it was not humanly possible to go any faster, he does just that. This video never ceases to amaze me.
I love watching George Kollias play!😍I never get tired of it.. absolutely incredible. I told my cousin that George can and does go all the way up to 280 bpm, and he didn't believe me. So now we're sitting here watching this and his mouth is just hanging open and he's saucer eyed.🤣
@@kevinredford2946 I don't think Joey is jealous at all. He's way more famous, and quite frankly his drumming has much more soul. I loved hearing George Kollias play but hearing the same drum fill over and over again made me really respect creativity in other musicians. Kollias is much faster, but that's about it
Wow, a lot of really cool stories on this page by bros. Kollias is the fucking king of this particular style of drumming. His performance in this video is brilliant.
I don’t understand how his hands keep up w/ his feet,,?? I mean I’ve tried holding my sticks and blasting but reaching speeds past 200 bpm is mind blowing 2 me..is he using a special technique?
This is really amazing and outlandish to watch but pointless. It is admirable in a very limited way and viewpoint of how percussion can be approached. I don't know how he does that with one foot but more power to him if he can push his limits, and demonstrate what the human body is capable of achieving.
It's not pointless at all; it's from an instructional DVD [Extreme Metal Drumming]; the point is to teach people how to step up from "normal" tempos to "crazy" tempos.
More impressive now than it was back in the 2000’s considering he’s not double stroking with his feet… that’s no easy task either but this is a whole different beast 😦
its all about speed and endurance practice/workout....not much of groove in here...check out his other vids....to name a few.....cerebrum-pattern of fear....etc..
I think he moves his feet left to right like that to trigger different muscle groups in the leg while doing the double bass so that lactic acid does not build up in a specific area and lead to fatigue, which will allow him to keep that BPM without his legs burning out. I could be wrong though, it could be just a technique to allow him to play that fast. Either way, good stuff bro that is very impressive.
he is essentially using the pivot in his ankle like the wrist when playing blast beats..and it is also for endurance. he actually explains it in one of his other videos
I definitely think that’s a big reason, when that happens to me, swiveling helps keep my legs from burning out. I think you’ve scientifically explained the swivel technique lmao 🤘
I mean if you can play this fast im sure he can play any genre he tries haha everything else is easier as far as endurance goes. And quick hands equals putting lil tricks here n there when you're groovin. So dont doubt this man...
This man pretty much gave me drumming lessons. After I bought his dvd I become 10x better on drums. I can play 230. Didn't even know I was. Can't go over that yet though.
@wilson2810 and each note would be at exactly the same volume, but if you were to play the same 280 bpm groove on a kit that wasn't triggered the volume would be significantly lower because once you hit a certain speed you just can't hit the surface as hard and as a result the sound won't be as loud. They do have triggers that attach to the pedal which are reactive to the speed and give a more "true" response to what is actually being played. I hope this helps!
Two words: Fuck. Off. Absolutely incredible, not just the speed but also the precision and consistency; Kolias is quite simply astounding, I can't play drums worth a fuck but just watching this dude makes me remember why there's no point in even trying anyway! Ha!
@DavidPartay - I totally agree and thanks Dave - don't get me wrong - I played drums for 20 years and still love metal in all shapes and sizes : ) I just think there has to be some room to breath to add some emotion other than aggression....Yet I did spend all night watching the atomic clock so I guess I love it still :)
To all of you that ask, "can he groove?" you mean, play slower? Im pretty sure the guy can play slower. But why make a drum video of that? That wouldnt be that amazing. This video is to show off his incredible speed. Plus, Nile is and never has been a groove oriented band. Its just not their style. Karl Sanders wanted a guy who could play fast, and he got him.
People continue to say he's not the best drummer in the world, but no one is showing me who is better. He keeps perfect time no matter the speed while adding perfect fills and rolls which are a drummers creativity. So naysayers, link the better ones
@XSilvenX the swivel technique that he uses..instead of lifting his feet,he moves them from side to side..this gives him better control,balance and speed..
it is done by kicking and moving the foot from one side to other. this way it gives more pressure and depth. it is actually like circling your foot clockwise while keeping toe on the pedal.
Triggers merely determine what the bass hits sound like, he still has to physically play all the notes in time. You could get a lot more clarity out of using triggers but thats it. Similarly people who think you have to have Axis longboards, look at Gene Hoglan, he uses two old Camco pedals. Its not about gear, its just long hours and hard work.
![DOUBLE STROKES TECHNIQUE / HEEL-TOE [Extreme Drumming]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/HuWI3aJzqAU/mqdefault.jpg)
George has the best single strokes on the bass drums when you take into consideration the power he gets from his blazing speed making it a lethal combination
I have watched this time and time again thinking I will never be amazed, each time I watch I am amazed at the skill of this drummer
Only George can make 200 BPM feel slow.
I do this heel toe and push pull single strokes and double strokes for both hands AND feet
@@MaconochiejohnEasy stuff
Saw him live at a clinic, it was the most jaw-dropping and intense thing i'd ever seen live, and i've seen Tim Yeung play live with Divine Heresy..
Needs more cowbell
"Hello officer."
"Mr. Kollias, are you aware you were doing 280 in a 230 bpm zone?"
"230?"
"Yes Mr. Kollias."
"AHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!!!!"
I would really enjoy watching him play as fast as he [humanly] can wearing a Sonic the Hedgehog costume, or Flash or something
Michael Does Stuff “millennial”
@@deathgrind1 Ok boomer
How is it humanly possible to be that fast and at the same time SO relaxed?! My mind is blown.
Hes amazing. Blast beats and bpm is like the bench press of drumming. You can still be a good athlete without benching 500 lbs, and you can still be a good drummer without being able to play anything on "Those Whom the Gods Detest"
What. The. Fuck. I've been watching Alex rudinger alot and he uses double strokes past 240bpm so that seemed perfectly normal and then I see this mo fucker at 280 using single foot for his blasts and his double bass is fuckin outta hand lol idk why he wears jeans either
Best drummer in metal today IMHO
Much respect
Fastest but the worst
The way he just keeps the single foot blast ( everything really 🥁🥁)so consistent from a to z is just ....fucking ...suuweeeet ..dude hes one of the best ever to hit the skins as far as metal goes imo.
Blast beats with one kick??
Yep, why he's the man.
Kevin Redford more like why he’s not human
And no trigers🤘
@@claudioahumada9189 he use triggers for kick.
@@gwengame7632 really ?
Prove it🤔
It's a man; no, it's a machine; no, it's George Kollias! Just when you thought it was not humanly possible to go any faster, he does just that. This video never ceases to amaze me.
I've seen a drummer do 300+ BPMs with a single stroke with one foot and when he adds the double bass whew 😅😅
Damn, He'll initiate a crack in time/space and dissapear, leaving only the sticks.
(Don't do drugs jaja)
Lol warp speed Mister Sulu!
This comment killed me 🤣🤣
I love watching George Kollias play!😍I never get tired of it.. absolutely incredible. I told my cousin that George can and does go all the way up to 280 bpm, and he didn't believe me. So now we're sitting here watching this and his mouth is just hanging open and he's saucer eyed.🤣
only drummer i know that can reach this speed, still sound clean and use proper technique
@Rayan Aridi Nils Fjellstrom is pretty close.
Amen
And volume is never changed, astonishing
Simon “Bloodhammer” Schilling can do it
@@francoisSwine its because of the triggers.
I am beginning to play drums. I have listened to Nile before, but now I'm listening mainly to drums in their music. This guy is a GOD.
Joey Jordison disliked this 36 times! Amazing work man, Nile is an awesome band!
jajaja
but i like joey jordison...
Because Joey is jealous. Haters will hate. Joey couldn't piss in a stall next to George without being embarrassed.
@@kevinredford2946 I don't think Joey is jealous at all. He's way more famous, and quite frankly his drumming has much more soul. I loved hearing George Kollias play but hearing the same drum fill over and over again made me really respect creativity in other musicians. Kollias is much faster, but that's about it
lalamike25 Joey isn’t one iota more soulful than this guy, check out Matt Halpern
Wow, a lot of really cool stories on this page by bros. Kollias is the fucking king of this particular style of drumming. His performance in this video is brilliant.
and im here still struggling to play double bass at 180bpm :)
Many people do not even know what double bass is, think like that :)
And after 5 years, I hope you are better, lol
I hope you got it, after 7 years :)
I don’t understand how his hands keep up w/ his feet,,?? I mean I’ve tried holding my sticks and blasting but reaching speeds past 200 bpm is mind blowing 2 me..is he using a special technique?
Τζωρτζ Ξε- Κόλλιας!
Έλληνας
Eyy
This is really amazing and outlandish to watch but pointless. It is admirable in a very limited way and viewpoint of how percussion can be approached. I don't know how he does that with one foot but more power to him if he can push his limits, and demonstrate what the human body is capable of achieving.
It's not pointless at all; it's from an instructional DVD [Extreme Metal Drumming]; the point is to teach people how to step up from "normal" tempos to "crazy" tempos.
One of the best drumming vids I've ever seen on RUclips bar none. If I could favourite this again I would!!!
36 people down voted this video...They must all be better drummers cuz there is no other reason to not like this....Holy Shit
I have this DVD with a George sign! I've meet George in Florence! Hail George!
Next time he has a bath, I'm going to throw my washing in! Lmao
More impressive now than it was back in the 2000’s considering he’s not double stroking with his feet… that’s no easy task either but this is a whole different beast 😦
Nile is an amazing band!
The amount of control in this guy's drumming is absolutely mind blowing
its all about speed and endurance practice/workout....not much of groove in here...check out his other vids....to name a few.....cerebrum-pattern of fear....etc..
oh it's about speed, endurance, practice and workout? i thought it was magic.. thank you cpt. blobvious
Incredible!, i saw George two years ago in clinic with psyroptics Davs haley and hes incredible!.
Also got a signed DVD from both, whos jealous???
I think he moves his feet left to right like that to trigger different muscle groups in the leg while doing the double bass so that lactic acid does not build up in a specific area and lead to fatigue, which will allow him to keep that BPM without his legs burning out. I could be wrong though, it could be just a technique to allow him to play that fast. Either way, good stuff bro that is very impressive.
That's actually the swivel technique but man you got some nice analysis there. I've never thought of that before.
he is essentially using the pivot in his ankle like the wrist when playing blast beats..and it is also for endurance. he actually explains it in one of his other videos
I like that technique in particular, and how it has helped me to achieve 200bpm blast beats.
I definitely think that’s a big reason, when that happens to me, swiveling helps keep my legs from burning out. I think you’ve scientifically explained the swivel technique lmao 🤘
I think you are right, if you wanna prove it, try singles without swivelling and then swivel , you will feel the diference inmediatly.
i just came all over my screen and keyboard...thanks a lot George
this is insane!
this is the best drummmer on earth
He sounds like Dave Weckl.
lol
This man should inspire you! Not make you feel defeated. Just keep practicing. Even when it seems hopeless.
Speed demo or otherwise. this is a demonstration of physicality beyond imagination.
His fast playing definitely is worth listening to, but I kinda find it limiting that he didn't believe anyone could go past 270 for over a minute
No one like him
Yyeeeaaaaaaahhhhhh.
Best drummer and fastest I ever saw.
A female recordhungry drummer cannot mess with him about FAST.
but can his guitarists keep up?
Yes.
AlexC0rpse More like he "nile-d" it. :D
You sir made my week.
Of course, darling.
Hell yeah karl is a awesome guitarist
That is just siiick!! I would love to see him try 300 and fail, just so I can start belive he is still human! George Kollias is amazing!
Who’s to say he’d fail?
And I thought Dave Lombardo was fast...
My legs are cramping just watching this guy.
not quite my tempo !
Thats a good one
Overrated and cringy joke
UNBELIEVABLE!! WAY, WAY, WAAAAAY TOO UNDERRATED!!!!
I mean if you can play this fast im sure he can play any genre he tries haha everything else is easier as far as endurance goes. And quick hands equals putting lil tricks here n there when you're groovin. So dont doubt this man...
Legendary
george is top 5 metal drummers in the wolrd.... 250 bpm with one foot for real george GOAT
@navas015 thats why i love george no heel toe no feathering the beater full stroke hard hit single stroke madness. Long live Captain Kollias
@S2mppa Aaa :)) I was thinking you were talking about something else. yeah man, he`s amazing :D
thank you, mr. Kollias, for playing single bass about 2x faster than i play double bass... makes me feel great
madre mia!!! impresionante!!!!!! no se como lo haces!!! que velocidad!!! enhorabuena!!!
Too much awesomeness for my ears!
This man pretty much gave me drumming lessons. After I bought his dvd I become 10x better on drums. I can play 230. Didn't even know I was. Can't go over that yet though.
ナイル、オリジン、ヘイトエターナル、クリプトプシー等は格好良いですね。デスメタル最高！！
happy birthday George! Blast master!!!
George RULES!!! one of best death metal drummers in this time \m/
😒🥵
check out his side band Ade...he is a spartan after all....
His feet are like the wings of a hummingbird. Every time I see this video I can't believe my ears.
I think that the pedal is sweating right now :)
George,you are amazing!!!!!!!
Imagine him as an ancient Spartan thrusting his spear at this speed...that could explain the death-toll at Thermopylae...
he is the drum machine that many bands use for their songs
I break out into a sweat just doing 3bpm...just watching this I'm over heating....I need a doctor. .please.....times a factor !
i prefer the human element of his drumming, not 100% clean but so much feel and his time is spot on.
@wilson2810 and each note would be at exactly the same volume, but if you were to play the same 280 bpm groove on a kit that wasn't triggered the volume would be significantly lower because once you hit a certain speed you just can't hit the surface as hard and as a result the sound won't be as loud. They do have triggers that attach to the pedal which are reactive to the speed and give a more "true" response to what is actually being played. I hope this helps!
Imagine this as a televised competition. Drummers go head to head at different bpms, genres, the rest writes itself
Two words: Fuck. Off.
Absolutely incredible, not just the speed but also the precision and consistency; Kolias is quite simply astounding, I can't play drums worth a fuck but just watching this dude makes me remember why there's no point in even trying anyway! Ha!
I LOVED when he did it at 255 BPM. 2:36 - Don't even know how his kick drums heads survived that kind of beating.
Adding to favorites........done
Long Live Legend!
I just shook my head for 4.13 mins straight.
Adding a lateral swing to your downstroke utilizes more of your upper leg muscles, which grants increased speed and stamina.
Monstro toca muito 👏👏👏👏
My legs hurt just watching this!
pameee geraaa re giwrgoooo !!!! spase tous metronomous !!!
@DavidPartay - I totally agree and thanks Dave - don't get me wrong - I played drums for 20 years and still love metal in all shapes and sizes : ) I just think there has to be some room to breath to add some emotion other than aggression....Yet I did spend all night watching the atomic clock so I guess I love it still :)
WOW . fantastic!
Why would anyone even dislike this?
This is just a video about his speed abilities. Go watch some more videos of him , he's very creative and interesting.
To all of you that ask, "can he groove?" you mean, play slower? Im pretty sure the guy can play slower. But why make a drum video of that? That wouldnt be that amazing. This video is to show off his incredible speed. Plus, Nile is and never has been a groove oriented band. Its just not their style. Karl Sanders wanted a guy who could play fast, and he got him.
I think the real power behind all nile is the drumming, hail George Kollias
You deserve the medal of epic blast speed!
Teach me, Master !
Best metal drummer ever.
Chain drives, Pants and some insane single pedaling. This guys is a drum teacher in Greece. Fuck i wanna go to greece.
RESPECT!!!!!
People continue to say he's not the best drummer in the world, but no one is showing me who is better. He keeps perfect time no matter the speed while adding perfect fills and rolls which are a drummers creativity. So naysayers, link the better ones
fucking beast mode... george killias... you are amazing!
hehehe aah i see dude:)gooood:)cheers from the drummer in norway:)
back in 05 at Sweden Rock, Inferno from Behemoth played Slaves Shall Serve at like 290 xD
@XSilvenX the swivel technique that he uses..instead of lifting his feet,he moves them from side to side..this gives him better control,balance and speed..
@XSilvenX And a very good warm up routine pre show, get the muscle fibers nice warm and blood flowing helps a lot.
it is done by kicking and moving the foot from one side to other. this way it gives more pressure and depth. it is actually like circling your foot clockwise while keeping toe on the pedal.
Γεια σου Γιωργαρε με τα ωραια σου!!
This needs more views.
George Kollias. He is the man. >:)
Wow! I wish I could drum that fast just need to practice more..
@TheUnforgiven676 axis longboards...spring tension tighten to the max...
Triggers merely determine what the bass hits sound like, he still has to physically play all the notes in time. You could get a lot more clarity out of using triggers but thats it. Similarly people who think you have to have Axis longboards, look at Gene Hoglan, he uses two old Camco pedals. Its not about gear, its just long hours and hard work.