1:22 I've been trying to work this part out and play it properly since the day these videos were posted AND I FINALLY NAILED IT! Fkng hell, that was maddening. I was starting to think it was only possible to play open-handed or something. Turns out its difficulty is simply because drumming is hard as hell. After air drumming for almost 30 years I finally got a kit of my own a few weeks before these videos went up. I've been having so much fun pushing myself to not only play better, but to listen much more attentively and be more patient. (Pffsh, good fkn luck. I had ADHD before there even was ADHD. I'm Patient Zero for the Distracted Generation.) But good-god-DAMN, my brain turned to mush every time I sat down to practice this sucker.

Between the hat work, ghost notes, and the kick magic, this is absolutely mesmerizing.

Gotta be one of the most unconventional drummers out there. Love his drumming and the way he writes for songs.

Fuck yeah

While I don't necessarily groove with the current sound of Coheed, I was completely ignorant not only to the drum set up, but more importantly the intensity you bring. I'm no musician, though as an observer you sir... It's rare to see a drummer as enveloped in the music vs waiting for the next part, if that makes sense. Keep on good sir.

Everyone says Josh is underrated. Josh is very underrated for being the greatest rock drummer in history.

This dude rocks

The snare ghost notes in the chorus are so crispy it's insane. This album has one of the best drum books of any modern rock record. Technical when it has to be, balls-to-the-wall heavy when it has to be, but never too much. Right in the pocket.

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A band I avoided for absolutely no reason… A band I thought was carried by these vocals and guitar work…sorry Josh. You make me want to pick up the sticks… I guess I know what I want for my birthday. I hope I can play with half the joy that radiates out of you. Play on young man

What a good fucking riff. Sounds like a Claudio riff. But obviously it has your stamp. <3

Comatose!

As a drummer of 30 years. Watching him play this song its like he is playing a totally different instrument. He is quite unique

Always great seeing you on drums! Thanks Josh!

Him being friends with Justin Foley has made my year. My two favourite drummers from my two favourite bands are friends!!

Just saw you in Buffalo… Incredible. Now I’m deep diving and loving it. Grateful !

No joke, I feel the rest of the band legit takes him for granted.

I wish you still uploaded. You're one of my favorite drummers ever.

We need more videos, Josh!

A true talent.

Josh, whether you realize or not, you are an inspiration for many people in need of it. Additionally you are an absolute beast on the skins.

The open handed drumming style is so incredible to watch. Let’s not forget his unbelievable creativity. Seriously I watched a lot of Chris penne while he was with the band….. but OMG Josh is next level!

Josh, you are a legend, man! My 1st son was born right after Atlas was released, and I used to sing this song to him. My other son was born close to Rise Naianasha and I can't help but to relate these 2 masterpieces with my kids. Love, LOVE your work, and Coheed's from all my heart!

Genius. I’m genuinely in awe of this performance.

What are those a custom crashes? Or is that a ride that he mainly rides on?

This is beautiful

The way he writes his parts to blend so perfectly with the guitars and vocals is amazing. It's like he plays his own melody somehow. He really affects the mood of the song, and it's more than just rhythm. I do not believe there is any other drummer that can play like Josh Eppard. He's the GOAT in my opinion.

Single. Pedal.

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

Josh's sense of groove is awesome! You sure miss it in Coheed albums that he's not in.

F***ing legend...

Y'all just played the amphitheater here in Bend and it was such a joy just to see you outside of a regular show dynamic. Your playing has so much love and heart and I brought a bunch of friends who had never seen you guys before and they all had a blast. Thank you! ampitheater here in Bend and it was such a joy just to see you outside of a regular show dynamic. Your playing has so much love and heart and I brought a bunch of friends who had never seen you guys before and they all had a blast. Th

you groove so hard, I am a drummer and you are my favorite drummer. thank you for doing these play throughs. they sound so good. both your playing and the recording

"I hope I'm saying that right" Bro you're literally in the band 😂

Hi Josh! When are we seeing more of these videos?! Thanks for making them.

I love how creative the drumming is in this song and how it dynamically goes with the flow and not just a rigid rhythm in the background. This is my favorite song off the album and I was fortunate to see it live in Brooklyn.

Josh could be one of the best drummers alive

I don't know if Josh Eppard is the best drummer in the world, but he's definitely my favorite drummer in the world.

I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve watched this play through. I love your work 🙏🏻 wish there were drum play throughs for every Coheed song.

I love his zone face

I wish I could play drums. I love coheed so much.. and Josh makes me want to drum so bad

I can't believe I didn't know you were doing this!! Lol love hearing you talk about the music. It's great seeing band members enjoying the music they make 😊. Keep being the shit bruv 👍

i swear i had seen a drumeo video with you! did i make that up? because i can’t find it and it was awesome!!

Go on Drumeo!

Why don't you play it in your concert shows??? This and Bad Man.

You absolutely nailed the flying feeling here, I've always felt that especially in some older songs like the crowing. It's my favorite part of a lot of coheed songs.

Josh, you should go on Drumeo and try one of their "first listen" challenges. That would be awesome!

both vaxis albums are my favorite coheed to date and ive been following since 04. you absolutely crushed this one man.

Incredible drumming on what is a very simple looking kit. I'm used to seeing massive drumkits used by the likes of Neil Peart and similar prog drummers, and to think such amazing C&C stuff comes out from the smaller kits is really surprising.

this is such a great format, not just for a coheed fan, not just for a drummer....but for a fan of josh the human! keep em coming brother