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Great reaction can't wait to see more! I was oddly overjoyed/giddy for you over spotting a snare very much like yours,. I guess that would be like me seeing Rickey Henderson steal his record setting base with the same ball spikes I play in🤫. He is unreal esp considering all I could concentrate on was that funky Bass line and smooth sax!
my math teacher used to say something like that when i didn´t write down the entire ecuations, but a bit diferent, "the dimmest ink last longer that the clear memory" and sometimes "the dimiest ink is more valuable than the brighest memory"
Literally is a man that will forever be remembered. You hit it perfectly. This isn’t a lifetime to drumming. It’s to music as a whole. This man has a FULL understanding of HOW music all comes together and how each part is built to come together for this masterpiece like this hahahaha omg this is just insane an actual genius
No, he is a Gift of Nature. Sadly. all too many have this type of ability, but never find their niche, until it's too late, if ever. And I have met some so gifted, it was never too late. My grandmother played piano her whole life. Her first job was playing piano at a Silent Theater. It was a competitive interview. She went first. Every other applicant heard her, sighed, got up, and walked out. Except for one lady. Who had walked in, saw her, and said, "Oh. Good luck, Sally." and walked back out. But, that isn't the point of this story. After my grandfather passed, grandma started teaching again. One day, a lady of my grandma's age came to her, and said, "Teach me." So, grandma did. In 3 months, this woman was playing Chopin scores that she was seeing for the first time.
It's phenomenal. I can't even wrap my head around learning such a complicated album without sitting behind a kit. I often do it with simpler rock and pop songs I cover with my band while commuting to practice, but that extent of it is just incomprehensible to me
also most of the tracks were drumless if i remember correctly or just basic time keeping drums played from another band member edit: all but the 2 tracks he knew before were also written in that session, mostly before larnell arrived. the whole band is impressive among impressive people
Consider me an inspired 52 year old drummer who has been playing for 42 years. Quitting is just so weak and almost impossible to respect. Greats should never cause anyone to quit. Quitting is very character revealing.
@@respectfullydisagree711 I respectfully disagree.... ;) Sometimes people don't really know if something is for them until they give it a shot, it shouldn't be considered a weakness for someone to stop pursuing something they are no longer truly enjoying. Also, I suspect the original comment was more of a light-hearted joke than something to be taken too seriously. That said, I do agree with you about the part that "greats should never cause anyone to quit" because comparison is the thief of joy, as they say, and everyone potentially has something unique to offer.
This vid hit 1 million views! Incredible. Thank you so much for watching. Do you think Larnell would do an interview with me for the channel if I ask him nicely? Thank you for supporting my channel with your views :)
@@hankster0878 genius still takes practice to be practical. you can have all the potential and latent ability in the world but you still need to know how to harness it, and that doesn’t happen overnight
The thing is...his muscle memory is sooooo on point that his CPU doens't need to think about playing. He already imagined what to play...and then he can listen to himself playing while he does it. Insane
This was exactly my first reaction seeing this video lmaooo. Paused the video, took my headphones off, contemplated on the purpose of life, got it together, played it back 😂
As a tiny, fledging musician myself, I can tell anyone who isn't a musician 12:35 - these are the faces a musician makes when their mind is being blown and their respect for an artist just jumped 10x.
I can play drums... I love drums. I love watching people play drums. This guy blew my mind. My love of music spans time and culture. I just gained something tonight that I can't put into words.
Larnell "ready to give it a try" at 11:16 is like someone who has spent months figuring out the adds they want to put on. That set of notes on the toms is so musical and seamlessly complementary. Genius.
I like the style of drumming Larnell played. Rather than drums being relegated to the background as click track, he's bringing it to the front by doing his own thing with all the well articulated and orchestrated. grooves, fills, timings and shuffles.
I realize this is older but... i think it's amazing how each 16 bar solo has it's own drum part that supports the instrument playing. Each is different from the other.
@@AndrewRooneyDrums Just to add, if you to the end of a lot of his drum sets, he hits three cymbals at once. His right with the right stick, the center with the left stick and the Hi-hat with the edge of his left hand. I almost missed it while watching the lingus vid. So he has his own signature moves. (sorry that sounded dumb). :p
You love the instrumental, then you love the drummer who fills that track, then you love the other drummer's reaction(his joy in his facial expressions) to the first drummer playing..a tiny spiral of positiveness.
I first heard Larnell several years ago when he was a last-minute sub for a CD release party in Toronto. I’m not even sure if it was kit. But the gig was in a funky art gallery. Our seats were literally six feet from the kit (shallow “stage” on the floor that went from the kit on the right to double bass, baby grand piano and singer). I’d always liked the drums to some extent, having played in high school. Jazz was okay to me, depending on the artist and song. But that evening made my mind explode. Larnell had never even rehearsed with the band. There were hushed conversations little longer than a football huddle and off they went. I’d never seen or heard anything so plugged in, so intuitive, so dynamic or so intimately wired into the soul of a song in my life. And I’ve been a massive fan ever since. Spoken to him very briefly a couple of times and he is SO humble that it almost hurts. And he’s always learning and sharing. To me, that’s the whole secret to life; stay humble, learn and share the good stuff.
He went to my high school, 20 years ago'ish he did a talent show and played the drums soo insanely well...oh, while holding a guitar and playing solos at the same time. 4 arms I swear. You could tell he was a phenom
This is super impressive. I saw Larnell play Enter Sandman at RUclips after 1 listening without pencil. He did a great job. If you like drums, Larnell and/or Metal, listen to that one as well.
Yes, that was awesome! I’ve listened to it a ton since it was added to Drumeo. (10 times, just tonight). Edited to add: He did say that it was the 2nd take, though.
@@nadogrl Yeah he said "take 2" which I wasn't sure if he meant that was technically his second listen or second performance because he did a "pass." The reactions and his commentary make it seem like he only did one full performance
I'm not lying when I say I had the shivers on this performance from the start to finish. He is just on another level. This is what true musician looks and sounds like.
I’m a bass player and was so amazed at the original version I found this reaction video from a real drummer. What a great lesson in musicality and developing the ability to chart as fast (and accurately) as possible even away from the instrument if needed!
I love how much you enjoy this man's creativity. When people can appreciate the beauty that one creates and doesn't get wrapped up on external presence still gives hope for love and unity. I appreciate your appreciation sir.
Honestly tragic how we've cut funding music and arts programs. Im in neither of those fields but for me music has goten me through so much and whats more, having hobbies/newly discovered passions can change one's life for the better. This was awesome to watch; both Larnell and your reaction Mr. Rooney, great stuff
This is so true, we've funneled the youth into mindless education, memorize this memorize that. Very few schools encourage their students to pursue their hobbies and passions. Imagine all the amazing forms of art and music we'd have now if children at a young age are encouraged to pursue their passions.
We’re on stage in half an hour and our drummer is sick, what are we gonna do. Hold up is it a bird is it a plane no it’s Larnell Lewis, HERE I DRUM TO SAVE THE DAY
Yes, I was wondering at the beginning if I'm listening to a Chick Corea song, and then I heard the piece from Spain. By the way he passed away on the 9th of February. :( Rest in peace legend.
Yeah - the Snarky Puppy “We Like it Here” story about Larnell is legendary. This guy was born to play. The way he can improvise while sitting in the deepest part of the pocket is nuts.
Man when you stopped that video after the first intro, I knew you was a REAL one cause I felt the same way. How did he do that after listening to the song like two times? That intro with the toms was ridiculously clean
“Lifelong commitment to music, not just drumming but music” is about as apt a description of an example of musicianship at this level as I’ve ever heard
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Just learnt about Larnell Lewis last night and have been binging his videos and as soon as I heard you counting I had to check if you were from NZ love it
Dude, this is the first time I've seen you. But i love how you respond and respect this dude. Your cut to the guy with tears; and that was how I thought you were feeling before the clip showed up.😆 I had to stop watching and write my comment. Dude, you seem like a great guy and soooo in love with 🎵🎶. I'm just starting at playing guitar at 60. You and that guy on the video really inspire me. Be blessed, ✌🏼🦁
He's incredible obviously. Playing a chart that smooth and on time after listening only once is ridiculous. And he's wearing a pair of Vans hi-tops, so he's beyond cool.
When I first saw this clip I think I watched it three times--at least the final performance by Larnell. He's truly one of the absolute greats--not only for his technical skills but the tastiness to how he approaches it. You nailed it on the head by calling him a musician, not just a drummer.
Quickest I've EVER learned a song was 3 days....and that was listening to the same song...all day, playing it physically on the drums for about 10 hours (drum lesson included) and air drumming at home every second of free time! 😂
I always love hearing drums on these kinds of genre (jazz if im not mistaken) because from the judgement of my ears they are the ones which have alot of change in beats.
Wow, that's amazing. I don't even play drums or any instrument nor am I musical in any way but was still mindblown and not only appreciated this guy but appreciated your appreciation of him lol. Such precision in a short amount of time. What a skill and talent.
I really love seeing your reaction videos, especially your thoughts and reactions towards it. You have so much experiences that shows a deeper understanding on what's happening in that vid. give me more!
One of my favorite "local" bands, The Midnight Devils, was booked for the Rocklahoma music festival one year. Their drummer was so strung out on drugs that they had to fire him. They met another drummer who learned their entire playlist (all original stuff) in one day and has been with the band ever since.
again, what a talent!!! without a doubt, knows his jazz, and so much that has come before!!! Know your stuff, your musical influences, know them well, it pays off!!
Absolutely incredible! You can tell the difference between a musician hearing the music and a drummer playing the song. A HUGE difference. I would bring in a friend (bassist), Ron Jenkins playing the bass part on a song and then having me (primary inst. guitar) play bass on the same tune. Ron would make it sound like he had played the song all his life when the first he heard it was his first time through to hear it. I could’ve practiced it for a week and still have user errors. Ron is not only the best bassist I’ve ever played with but he’s a great guy to just hang out with. Each night we played was like sitting front row w/Victor Wooten. I never wanted the night to end! 🎵🎶❤️😷🤘
I have never even played a drum in my life but I really enjoy your channel man.. love watching a truly talented person's jaw drop when they get to watch a god play so truly clean and effortlessly.. I think one of his parents must have been a drum.... Baaadabum
The intro emulated the sax then broke of into a samba jam he’s so technically proficient at playing sounds & theory helps him weave in and out of music with ease. Bravo!
11:20 every musician has felt that feel you're feeling here. Where you come across someone who is an absolute master of their craft and you are just speechless at what they can do, even when you yourself are highly-skilled. Half of you wants to just hang it up, when you realize how much there is to learn (and how much work it would take to get there), and the other half is energized and inspired by seeing what magic is possible on your instrument. Larnell Lewis is such an amazing musician, truly inspiring.
The _range_ of expressions across your face from 11:25 on is absolute GOLD! Love it, i LOVE seeing that face of pure appreciation of the craft, amazement at a show of such skill, ah, super. Cheers made, brilliant vid
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you should watch yohan kim keyboard drum fking fire
Great reaction can't wait to see more! I was oddly overjoyed/giddy for you over spotting a snare very much like yours,. I guess that would be like me seeing Rickey Henderson steal his record setting base with the same ball spikes I play in🤫. He is unreal esp considering all I could concentrate on was that funky Bass line and smooth sax!
13:00 Why is it so cool tho ?
That's Jazz 😎
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An air of confidence without one second of arrogance. Not a drum lesson but a life lesson we’re watching.
so true
He has the full vocabulary, and he speaks music fluently. Absolutely amazing!
Yup
What an inspiration!!! This inspired me to quit drumming.
HAHA
hahahah
HAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHAHAH
😂
😂
So... his drums are an instrument and mine are noise circles.
HAHA me too!
I am forever calling my drums noise circles 🤣🤣🤣
😅
😭😭😭
LMFAOOOOO
"the shortest pencil is longer than the longest memory" i'll keep it in mind, oh wait, i'm gonna sign that somewhere
That's a great one Federico!
my math teacher used to say something like that when i didn´t write down the entire ecuations, but a bit diferent, "the dimmest ink last longer that the clear memory" and sometimes "the dimiest ink is more valuable than the brighest memory"
Hello Dream Theater!
What a freak. Unbelievable.
I had to write that sentence down :D
Literally is a man that will forever be remembered. You hit it perfectly. This isn’t a lifetime to drumming. It’s to music as a whole. This man has a FULL understanding of HOW music all comes together and how each part is built to come together for this masterpiece like this hahahaha omg this is just insane an actual genius
Like watching Picasso paint man. It's total art!
@@AndrewRooneyDrums it truly is.
Shut up
Mr. Lewis is a freak of nature. He is extremely intelligent and is an amazing musician. He knows his instrument and music in general.
100%!
No, he is a Gift of Nature. Sadly. all too many have this type of ability, but never find their niche, until it's too late, if ever.
And I have met some so gifted, it was never too late.
My grandmother played piano her whole life. Her first job was playing piano at a Silent Theater. It was a competitive interview. She went first. Every other applicant heard her, sighed, got up, and walked out. Except for one lady. Who had walked in, saw her, and said, "Oh. Good luck, Sally." and walked back out. But, that isn't the point of this story.
After my grandfather passed, grandma started teaching again. One day, a lady of my grandma's age came to her, and said, "Teach me." So, grandma did.
In 3 months, this woman was playing Chopin scores that she was seeing for the first time.
@@TimeSurfer206 Lovely story. She sounds like an amazing woman.
@@lrdstrahd1 They both were, Grandma and her student. I was blessed to have such wise and PLEASANT women in my life.
The fact this dude learned Snarky Puppy's entire album in just 7hrs was the most impressive thing this guy has done.
On a plane...
lol
It's phenomenal. I can't even wrap my head around learning such a complicated album without sitting behind a kit. I often do it with simpler rock and pop songs I cover with my band while commuting to practice, but that extent of it is just incomprehensible to me
also most of the tracks were drumless if i remember correctly
or just basic time keeping drums played from another band member
edit: all but the 2 tracks he knew before were also written in that session, mostly before larnell arrived. the whole band is impressive among impressive people
Whilst on a plane. All I can do is sit and think about where I'm going, feel excited like a kid and occasionally look out my window.
New drummers: "I am inspired."
Old drummers: "I give."
HAHA!
So true though haha.
Old musicians non-drummers: "Yo... I need to practice"
Consider me an inspired 52 year old drummer who has been playing for 42 years.
Quitting is just so weak and almost impossible to respect. Greats should never cause anyone to quit. Quitting is very character revealing.
@@respectfullydisagree711 I respectfully disagree.... ;)
Sometimes people don't really know if something is for them until they give it a shot, it shouldn't be considered a weakness for someone to stop pursuing something they are no longer truly enjoying. Also, I suspect the original comment was more of a light-hearted joke than something to be taken too seriously. That said, I do agree with you about the part that "greats should never cause anyone to quit" because comparison is the thief of joy, as they say, and everyone potentially has something unique to offer.
Awesome talent! "Remember, kids, the only difference between screwing around and science is writing it down." Adam Savage on "MythBusters"
Nice John!
More like Learnall Lewis
You just won the internet.
That is good.
Such an underrated comment!
You were just to fast bro
Badum...tssss
Great comment
The way he basically "sings along" with the toms is next level. And on the first and only take. Dude.
bruh...
His playing made me laugh out loud in pure awe. Wow. Just wow.
Yup. It's unreal
He learned the We Like It Here album except for 2 songs on a 7 hour flight to Europe.
Beast mode.
"So, we booked the studio for 3hrs, that was 20mins. You got time for coffee?"
HA! Yup!
There are some reggae artists that voice very articulate tracks in one take!
20 mins with cuts and edits :)
"This is as good as it gets people". You replayed the right parts thanks.
This is total world Class Tom!
This vid hit 1 million views!
Incredible. Thank you so much for watching.
Do you think Larnell would do an interview with me for the channel if I ask him nicely?
Thank you for supporting my channel with your views :)
He seems to be such a nice dude, I'd go for it. The worst thing he can say is no. Would to love to see it :-)
of course he would! go for it!!
This man is a genius. I can't imagine the practice to get to this level.
A life of music! 🎶
Practice has nothing to do with it... it won’t get you to his level... he is a genius.
@@hankster0878 genius still takes practice to be practical. you can have all the potential and latent ability in the world but you still need to know how to harness it, and that doesn’t happen overnight
But it’s exactly why he’s that good 😎
Some people are really gifted!
Larnell Lewis is literally a living legend in my mind. He’s so good.
The thing is...his muscle memory is sooooo on point that his CPU doens't need to think about playing. He already imagined what to play...and then he can listen to himself playing while he does it. Insane
100% nailed it
It's an out of body experience by this point. Can observe himself and listen in the moment. Very hard to do
This was exactly my first reaction seeing this video lmaooo. Paused the video, took my headphones off, contemplated on the purpose of life, got it together, played it back 😂
Gotta do that every now and then!
HAHA
The thing most drummers forget, that dude does so well, Less is more.
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less is more words to live by when it comes to music.
Absolutely
@@vincentfrimpong4665 it’s really something that can get sooo philosophical, am still having trouble with that exact quote, “less is more”
I wouldn´t say he is doing less but he has really precise ghost notes and accents. He is actually doing a lot.
As a tiny, fledging musician myself, I can tell anyone who isn't a musician 12:35 - these are the faces a musician makes when their mind is being blown and their respect for an artist just jumped 10x.
Yes Dallin!
Stank face!
@@AndrewRooneyDrums Oh I’ve made those faces many times. For me, it’s often listening to John Williams. *chef’s kiss
Loved the vid, man👍🏼
The fact that he can memorize all those transitions is amazing. Absolutely immaculate
100% Jacob!
He's going to be good someday if he keeps practicing.
He's certainly done well for a beginner
The shortest pencil is longer then the longest memories 🔥🔥🔥
YUP Daniel!!!
Andrew Rooney Drums yessir!!!
Than, not then. 😉
I've also heard it as "The dullest pencil is better than the sharpest mind"
Nothing greater than seeing the fruits of lifelong labors of love.
100%!!!
Plot twist: this is the first time for him playing Drums. He’s actually a Violinist.
this is what happens when a gift is nurtured with a superior work ethic,,, art is produced
🙌 well said Nick
You can tell that man lives and breathes music, and has since he could hold a drumstick.
I need to hear Larnell Lewis, Tosin Abasi, and Victor Wooten make an album.
My band wouldn't survive this...
WOW- that would be the ultimate
You want to end every other musician's career?
YES
Or make a 👶🏾 🍼.
Always a treat to see a master do their craft.
100% David!
I can play drums...
I love drums.
I love watching people play drums.
This guy blew my mind.
My love of music spans time and culture.
I just gained something tonight that I can't put into words.
Larnell "ready to give it a try" at 11:16 is like someone who has spent months figuring out the adds they want to put on. That set of notes on the toms is so musical and seamlessly complementary. Genius.
man i think larnell is hands down one of the best, if not the best drummer in the world right now.
I'd have to agree.
The total package
True though. I envy him. Hopefully I can drum like him one day.
The GOAT
The reference is chick korea spain
He is a beast. But check out drummer Gavin Harrsion from the band Porcupine tree
Lewis is such a good musician. I follow him on social media and its a joy to see how happy and in love he is with life.
Yes Kief. Very inspiring, calm and brilliant man!
I like the style of drumming Larnell played. Rather than drums being relegated to the background as click track, he's bringing it to the front by doing his own thing with all the well articulated and orchestrated. grooves, fills, timings and shuffles.
Larnell: Listens once, plays masterpiece.
Me: Listens 44 times, can't even hear it right.
Lol
I realize this is older but... i think it's amazing how each 16 bar solo has it's own drum part that supports the instrument playing. Each is different from the other.
It's incredible David
@@AndrewRooneyDrums Just to add, if you to the end of a lot of his drum sets, he hits three cymbals at once. His right with the right stick, the center with the left stick and the Hi-hat with the edge of his left hand. I almost missed it while watching the lingus vid. So he has his own signature moves. (sorry that sounded dumb). :p
Man he's so musical. I've seen him shed live and he has chops for days
You love the instrumental, then you love the drummer who fills that track, then you love the other drummer's reaction(his joy in his facial expressions) to the first drummer playing..a tiny spiral of positiveness.
I love how he's so humble about it too, the absolute cyborg
Yup!
What a wonderful drummer. Larnell, Larnell, Larnell. Just fantastic and always teaching and showing us new incredible ways to go.
One of the best!
Your love and respect blew me away. You love the drums for sure.
I first heard Larnell several years ago when he was a last-minute sub for a CD release party in Toronto. I’m not even sure if it was kit. But the gig was in a funky art gallery. Our seats were literally six feet from the kit (shallow “stage” on the floor that went from the kit on the right to double bass, baby grand piano and singer). I’d always liked the drums to some extent, having played in high school. Jazz was okay to me, depending on the artist and song. But that evening made my mind explode. Larnell had never even rehearsed with the band. There were hushed conversations little longer than a football huddle and off they went. I’d never seen or heard anything so plugged in, so intuitive, so dynamic or so intimately wired into the soul of a song in my life. And I’ve been a massive fan ever since. Spoken to him very briefly a couple of times and he is SO humble that it almost hurts. And he’s always learning and sharing. To me, that’s the whole secret to life; stay humble, learn and share the good stuff.
What an amazing experience! You would have been right next to the kit as it happened. Big envy.
He went to my high school, 20 years ago'ish he did a talent show and played the drums soo insanely well...oh, while holding a guitar and playing solos at the same time. 4 arms I swear. You could tell he was a phenom
Seriously?! Wow!
No way!!! That’s awesome :)
Literally one of the best drummers alive today. Incredible musician.
Lies
This is super impressive. I saw Larnell play Enter Sandman at RUclips after 1 listening without pencil. He did a great job. If you like drums, Larnell and/or Metal, listen to that one as well.
Yes, that was awesome! I’ve listened to it a ton since it was added to Drumeo. (10 times, just tonight). Edited to add: He did say that it was the 2nd take, though.
@@nadogrl Yeah he said "take 2" which I wasn't sure if he meant that was technically his second listen or second performance because he did a "pass." The reactions and his commentary make it seem like he only did one full performance
I'm not lying when I say I had the shivers on this performance from the start to finish. He is just on another level. This is what true musician looks and sounds like.
Yes Samuel! It's just a thing of beauty. Bringing a track to life like that WOW
I’m a bass player and was so amazed at the original version I found this reaction video from a real drummer. What a great lesson in musicality and developing the ability to chart as fast (and accurately) as possible even away from the instrument if needed!
I love how much you enjoy this man's creativity. When people can appreciate the beauty that one creates and doesn't get wrapped up on external presence still gives hope for love and unity. I appreciate your appreciation sir.
I couldn't even find the beat when listening to the raw track. Man is a genius.
Unreal skill
I get really emotional from beautiful skilled music, his performance had me misty eyed the whole time.
Honestly tragic how we've cut funding music and arts programs. Im in neither of those fields but for me music has goten me through so much and whats more, having hobbies/newly discovered passions can change one's life for the better.
This was awesome to watch; both Larnell and your reaction Mr. Rooney, great stuff
This is so true, we've funneled the youth into mindless education, memorize this memorize that. Very few schools encourage their students to pursue their hobbies and passions. Imagine all the amazing forms of art and music we'd have now if children at a young age are encouraged to pursue their passions.
Ain't even just music and arts...sports, almost anything not exam related have seen funding drop.
I was known, in high school, to learn songs very fast but this.. This is at a stratospheric new level! I'm completely in awe and humbled!
Hard to fathom this level of musician
He was a drum set in a previous life. 🥁 Knowledge and ridiculous feel no doubt.
YES!
We’re on stage in half an hour and our drummer is sick, what are we gonna do.
Hold up is it a bird is it a plane no it’s Larnell Lewis, HERE I DRUM TO SAVE THE DAY
Ooh...”Chick’s Pain...Chick Spain.” It’s a play on words
Yup Theo!
OOoooooo. Nice catch
cheeks pain too
Yes, I was wondering at the beginning if I'm listening to a Chick Corea song, and then I heard the piece from Spain. By the way he passed away on the 9th of February. :( Rest in peace legend.
Yeah - the Snarky Puppy “We Like it Here” story about Larnell is legendary. This guy was born to play. The way he can improvise while sitting in the deepest part of the pocket is nuts.
You nailed it
The sound from those TOMS on this video is out of bounds tight. So good.
Yes Alexander. His sound is literally perfect. Every note sounds like a sample
Terence Fletcher couldn't even find anything wrong with this. INSANE.
Not quite my tempo. 😂
Man when you stopped that video after the first intro, I knew you was a REAL one cause I felt the same way. How did he do that after listening to the song like two times? That intro with the toms was ridiculously clean
“Lifelong commitment to music, not just drumming but music” is about as apt a description of an example of musicianship at this level as I’ve ever heard
Hey guys! As a way to prioritize the amount of reaction requests I'm getting via email/instagram and in the RUclips comments...
I am going to try and do the Patreon picks first. There is no limit on the Patreon (could be $1/month).
www.patreon.com/AndrewRooneyDrums
I still love you if you are NOT a Patreon contributor. And I will still try and get to your pick. It's a just a reward for those that help out with costs/time involved with doing the vids.
Disclaimer: No guarantees. I can only do what I can do. If a vid is blocked... it's blocked. I'll do my best!
Note: Patrons also get exclusive access to the vids that get blocked :)
Thanks for watching!
I'm working on my next request get it to you soon! I see your 7k+ 💪
GREAT!!!!
Can't wait to get to my Patreon requests :)
Your stank face when he started playing was gold! Great to see other drummer reactions to Larnell's ability 👌🏾
That feeling you get when you watch someone do something that you thought you were really good at way better than you've ever done it.
Thank you. It was a pure and refreshing moment of shared happiness.
GREAT!
Just learnt about Larnell Lewis last night and have been binging his videos and as soon as I heard you counting I had to check if you were from NZ love it
Excellent!
He's painting a music by beating 'em drums. A true work of a master. Amazing!!!
His pure joy and unbounded delight is matched only by his stank face.
Dude, this is the first time I've seen you.
But i love how you respond and respect this dude.
Your cut to the guy with tears; and that was how I thought you were feeling before the clip showed up.😆
I had to stop watching and write my comment.
Dude, you seem like a great guy and soooo in love with 🎵🎶.
I'm just starting at playing guitar at 60.
You and that guy on the video really inspire me.
Be blessed,
✌🏼🦁
Thank you so much Leo. I appreciate your comments :)
He's incredible obviously. Playing a chart that smooth and on time after listening only once is ridiculous. And he's wearing a pair of Vans hi-tops, so he's beyond cool.
When I first saw this clip I think I watched it three times--at least the final performance by Larnell. He's truly one of the absolute greats--not only for his technical skills but the tastiness to how he approaches it. You nailed it on the head by calling him a musician, not just a drummer.
Quickest I've EVER learned a song was 3 days....and that was listening to the same song...all day, playing it physically on the drums for about 10 hours (drum lesson included) and air drumming at home every second of free time! 😂
When he took his headphones off.............I felt that. 💯💯💯
Yup! lol
He makes me never want to play the drums again. Back to the recorder I go!!!!
HAHA!
bruhhhh.... man gosh dang!!! man is just a machine and now I will never pick up drum sticks again lol
I always love hearing drums on these kinds of genre (jazz if im not mistaken) because from the judgement of my ears they are the ones which have alot of change in beats.
Wow, that's amazing. I don't even play drums or any instrument nor am I musical in any way but was still mindblown and not only appreciated this guy but appreciated your appreciation of him lol. Such precision in a short amount of time. What a skill and talent.
My god….I could fall asleep just listening to his voice,so clam! His drumming and impro is amazing.
I really love seeing your reaction videos, especially your thoughts and reactions towards it. You have so much experiences that shows a deeper understanding on what's happening in that vid. give me more!
Thank you so much Martinus!!
It's so fun watching master's work. Even a pro like you breaking down another pro, it's so awesome and fills in so many inquisitive holes I have
Dude's a freaking "machine". Just insane.
HAHAH I had the EXACT same reaction when he first started playing! Headphones off, nope, nope, HOW WAS THAT SO PERFECT?!?!?!
Yes! HAHA!
I started crying because I did the exact same thing when the intro hit. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
HAHA
The reference in the second solo was Spain. a great number played by many artist
I know nothing about playing music, but this gave me goosebumps
Me too Daniel!
I love that he missed the piano quoting Spain and then not a minute later he says it sounds Spain-ish
I'll forever remember today as the day I said "fuck it" and gave up drumming.
HAHA Theo!
I hope you're joking
HAHAHAHA.
Nah mate, should get you fired up to learn and master as much music theory as possible.
Yeah, the day and the timecode (11:20). :-D
One of my favorite "local" bands, The Midnight Devils, was booked for the Rocklahoma music festival one year. Their drummer was so strung out on drugs that they had to fire him. They met another drummer who learned their entire playlist (all original stuff) in one day and has been with the band ever since.
I liked the “That’s a reference to another song?”
30 seconds later: This reminds me of Spain
again, what a talent!!! without a doubt, knows his jazz, and so much that has come before!!! Know your stuff, your musical influences, know them well, it pays off!!
You got it Douglas!
Absolutely incredible! You can tell the difference between a musician hearing the music and a drummer playing the song. A HUGE difference. I would bring in a friend (bassist), Ron Jenkins playing the bass part on a song and then having me (primary inst. guitar) play bass on the same tune. Ron would make it sound like he had played the song all his life when the first he heard it was his first time through to hear it. I could’ve practiced it for a week and still have user errors. Ron is not only the best bassist I’ve ever played with but he’s a great guy to just hang out with. Each night we played was like sitting front row w/Victor Wooten. I never wanted the night to end! 🎵🎶❤️😷🤘
Isn’t it wonderful! Art! 💯👌
I have never even played a drum in my life but I really enjoy your channel man.. love watching a truly talented person's jaw drop when they get to watch a god play so truly clean and effortlessly.. I think one of his parents must have been a drum.... Baaadabum
that impression you did at the end being the guy in the booth "uhhh..yeah...uh yeah...i thin...we've got it larnell"
HAHA. Everything is a take with Larnell behind the kit Thomas
It's so amazing to see someone that fully understands music with a mastery of the drums. You sir are a wizard!
Yup!
If there's any fellow rockers/uprockers in here, I hope you're having fun as much as I am. This is sick. Thanks for the video!
The guys heart beat is probably a never ending drum solo!
The intro emulated the sax then broke of into a samba jam he’s so technically proficient at playing sounds & theory helps him weave in and out of music with ease. Bravo!
Yes Don!
11:20 every musician has felt that feel you're feeling here. Where you come across someone who is an absolute master of their craft and you are just speechless at what they can do, even when you yourself are highly-skilled. Half of you wants to just hang it up, when you realize how much there is to learn (and how much work it would take to get there), and the other half is energized and inspired by seeing what magic is possible on your instrument. Larnell Lewis is such an amazing musician, truly inspiring.
i threw away my pencil. :-/
he's the definition of musical art.
HAHA!
The _range_ of expressions across your face from 11:25 on is absolute GOLD!
Love it, i LOVE seeing that face of pure appreciation of the craft, amazement at a show of such skill, ah, super. Cheers made, brilliant vid
Glad you enjoyed it!
This is world class musicianship