Anika Nilles - "Wild Boy" [official video]

[@1Daddoz1]

How can any REAL musician NOT like this? She's awesome! Fantastic groove, perfect stick control, and plays tight in the pocket. Thank you, Anika for sharing your talent with us!

[@anykmusic]

Today is the day. I've released my first EP on iTunes. Included "WILD BOY" as a drum less Version. You can easily purchase and download the tracks on Itunes and Amazon. Listen, enjoy it and hit the drums to the click-tracks. :-)

[@drummeraad]

Best iTunes purchase in a while! Thanks for releasing these. Playing along definitely challenges me to be a better drummer. I hope to do a cover of each of them eventually... if I can figure them out lol.

[@crank804]

Amazon also?

[@anykmusic]

Brandon Crank also on amazon www.amazon.com/Anika-Nilles/dp/B00K82P88O

[@crank804]

Kool

[@davidpardy]

Great news, when I've got full time work again I'll definitely be throwing some cash your way :)

[@camutodragon1]

her timing and rhythm is incredible

[@Jetski270]

A drummer knows when their sticking is good when they start smiling like she did towards the end. Outstanding performance! !!!!!

[@Lukas-kh5gu]

god i love her hand technique. so beautiful. women are sooo suited to play the drums, i feel like human kind is still at very beginning if we haven't figured that out by now.

[@tomhansen5834]

Women have more rhythm.

[@tjworker5482]

Men can’t do much of anything like some women can! Truth! Well? This video for instance 😂😉🥂

[@rocketpost1]

Can't stop watching this video, it's so addictive. The drumming is on a whole different level. Outstanding. Belated thanks Anika.

[@Eagle93A7X]

Noch nie zuvor habe ich so eine gute Drummerin gesehen. Da ich selbst Schlagzeug spiele kann ich sagen, dass Talent alleine es nicht macht, die Art wie man sich selbst in die Musik einbringt macht einen guten Schlagzeuger aus. Gerade in meiner Anfangszeit habe ich immer merken müssen, dass ich viele meiner Fills "überflüssig" fand als ich's mir später angehört habe. Als ich dann irgendwann über Gavin Harrison gestolpert bin, haben sich meine Augen geöffnet, sein Spiel ist nicht nur makellos, er spielt auch nicht zu viel, und das obwohl er so abwechslungsreich und innovativ spielt wie wenige Andere. Und du gehörst in meinen Augen auf sein Level, dein Spiel ist fesselnd so wie seins, meinen größten Respekt!

[@anykmusic]

wow, das sind große Worte! Danke dir! Es freut mich sehr wenn es dir Spass macht und gefällt!

[@danielmichels7057]

Stimme ich Kaspar absolut zu . Du hast ein unglaublich gutes Feeling für die Songs. Unbezahlbar und nicht zu erlernen. Ein Geschenk vom Herrgott. Lucky You!

[@andrmelo97]

Holy Jesus, our heavenly father. You are amazing

[@1Daddoz1]

Anika, I am completely blown away and humbled by your talent. You are a true inspiration to those who love the drums. I am a huge fan of you and your music. = )

[@frankrussell3430]

I really enjoy the way you play....tremendous feel, great meter, wicked chops.....I just love listening and watching you play. That smile that came over your face knowing you got that fill in was a true joy.......Excellent.......thank you Anika.

[@korvianus]

Your songs give me so much inspiration Anika! There is a lot of playfulness in the way you play but also so much emotion going on. It makes me happy and sad but also very inspired. What you have accomplished so far is just perfection. Thank you for sharing your music!

[@anykmusic]

Thank you for your kind words!!! It means a lot to me!

[@kevinking7733]

Nails absolutely everything effortlessly. Fluidity with power and grace. A lesson on what sets a good drummer and a great drummer apart. Cracking track.

[@anykmusic]

@ Christoph Sumper: Das ist die HHX Legacy Hat von Sabian

[@GerhardWolf049]

Absolut genial

[@ЋосићАлександар]

Perfect and brilliant congratulations

[@joshraleigh6885]

You changed a lot of endorsers huh?

[@kcatrox83]

that fill at 2:58......ridiculous. So clean and solid. Great groove too!

[@samashtondrums]

Absolutely killer music and killer drums!! :D

[@sanraymusic]

This is one of my favourite songs. Super smooth.

[@aseemsaxena93]

drums mixed amazingly! cymbals sounding crystal clear!

[@simeon77]

Anika I just heard you drum for the first time and I must say that you are a refreshing drummer. You've got life and feel flowing through your playing. I appreciate you and your drumming.

[@si_quest]

She's phenomenal, i'll be the first to hold my hand up for having spoken about women drummers and how many of them get places based to some extent on their gender but Anika transcends all of this. There's no gender issues with her, she simply kicks any ass male or female.

[@DarkenedGlobe]

What a gorgeous woman who plays exquisitely and very professionally. Thank you for showing us your hard work.

[@KenwoodAnderson]

I love this! cool tune and wonderful playing!

[@kevinsiegel]

That is, quite simply, the most gorgeous hand technique I have ever seen. Amazing drummer, PERIOD. Well done, Anika. Well done.

[@StephenTaylorDrums]

You're an absolutely killer player. Love the Tony lick at 3:08.

[@mikey2111]

Don't mind my ignorance but Tony lick?

[@vladeguignimusic]

@@mikey2111 Tony Williams... Look him up. It's called "The Blushda"

[@mikey2111]

@@vladeguignimusic Thanks. Just seeing your response now 😁

[@laticial3604]

@Vlade Guigni Thanks for the info. That’s my favorite part

[@gdrums28]

Love it. The best female drummer. Grammy please send her the prize.

[@monk986]

Soooo solid, clean and amazing! I love how you structure and don't feel the need to show off every trick in the book. Beauty all around.

[@rired2005]

Clear, classic, in the pocket, slick and smooth... nice. Thanks. I think I've gone to heaven.

[@marcusthomas88]

You sound great!

[@tmjcfx3081]

Liebe es. Sie sind genau das, was Musik braucht . Du wirst eine Revolution starten.

[@donaldgray9137]

I'm really disappointed by some of the comments on this video. She is not a great 'woman drummer'-- She is a uniquely talented musician, period. If some of you dudes are feeling like you got shown up by a girl then hit the practice shed and outdo her. Phenomenal musicianship and beautiful technique. I might be switching the Moeller technique after seeing this.

[@Adjacent_2]

I definitely understand your concerns, but keep in mind I feel many of these guys are attempting to rectify long-held stereotypes (i.e. most drum kit players are male) and they're just expressing it in less than ideal ways. We also should not overlook the fact that she is a female drummer. That's akin to saying you "don't see race." The stereotype in the past has been that kit players are predominately male. Seeing her as a woman breaks this stereotype and affirms for young girls out there that the kit is an awesome instrument that could be a great home for them to express their creativity and individuality.

[@wiggins3093]

Cool Pocket. Was just searching on the KZbin for new drummer's to study from and I found Anika Nilles. Very inspirational to watch.

[@808Deathmetal]

She's actually really fucking good. Her technique is immaculate.

[@sansintierra]

I can swear i hear the drums playing a melody. We bass-players need more of that in the world. Keep it up!

[@kornonthecob16]

Dat BMP change near the end...So sick!

[@KevoDrumsGillespie]

the bmp isn't changing, she changed the groove, so the feeling is different

[@kornonthecob16]

KevoDrums So that's why she stopped keeping time with her hi hat? Because the BMP's were the same right? If I wanted a lesson, I'd go somewhere else.

[@AldoMetalDrums]

Dustin Sweeney She changed the groove by applying metric displacement, BPM didn't change at all, otherwise the rest of the instruments would've done so, it's called "rythmic illusion", also, the video has some editing to it (who cares, she's still awesome), but if you notice at 3:25 she plays on the Hi-Hats but the sound actually comes from the Ride cymbal, so yes, you need some lessons, but hey, who doesn't?, everybody can learn something from someone else, best regards.

[@artparsonsdrumproject2421]

What's a BMP? BPM? thanks for the info.

[@AlbinNilssonAlcaztrul]

Drums The guys who wrote "BMP" really meant BPM, which stands for Beats Per Minute. You should know if you have a channel called "Drums." Also if you are using google chrome, literally 6 keyboard strokes will get you the answer. (Ctrl+T, BPM, [enter])

[@basslobster]

What can I say... the playing is tasteful, groovy and beautiful!

[@AnthonyAvon]

3:27 I know that smile what you start playing the hi hat instead of the ride and you think to yourself "of all the things I've just played, how did I *uck that up?".

[@tagumagu]

+Anthony Avon the reason why I hate these "over produced" drumming videos. takes away from the authenticity.

[@CulturaVJ]

+Anthony Avon Hahah I thought the same thing

[@johnwillis8372]

+Anthony Avon that's hilarious

[@GorcStew]

It's actually the editor that should be saying that...because it is the way the video is cut up and put back together it has nothing to do with her playing.

[@yiannispapaioannou7453]

I thought exactly the same too.. Magic hi-hat could sound like ride !!!

[@andrewdrane4906]

Start my day with your songs at least once a week. Never fail to be impressed. The world needs more drummers like you!

[@vibenegativa]

I'm in love

[@generalwamsler1552]

Einfach nur ein schönes Stück Musik! Und das Video schaue ich mir immer wieder gerne an. Anika ist eine Klasse für sich.

[@7DragonTech7]

Sick skills! Better than the majority of drummers! Subbed!

[@pattygq]

Quite possibly the cleanest drumming I've seen in a long time! Something worth aspiring to as a fellow drummer!

[@rickm1548]

Fantastic drumming! Always been a fan of inverted patterns. Need to re-edit 03:27-03:30 to match ride pattern though.. Keep up the great work.

[@Unehistoirecommeles]

have never took the time to listen carefully of all your song ... youhoooou there is millions of good things in there !!!

[@MattPomadeTV]

Who the fuck would dislike this?? This is SO GOOD. You're incredible.

[@tonyacrutchfield7918]

The Best Drummer Iv Ever Heard . Love Her Style Plays With Such Taste And Fill. You Can See Its Heart Felt. Blessings To You Miss Anika Nilles. Keep Up the Beautiful Work. Ron French

[@MRX123MRX]

3:27 top notch editing haha But seriously this is fucking great

[@ethanmcabee1711]

Yeah I noticed that haha

[@MatuteDrumCover]

i was about to say the same... when i saw it i was like... "that hihat sound weird..."

[@dracdrum]

I was about to comment on 3:27 as well. But yeah, this woman is amazing!

[@harryvanderveer6292]

I get chills up my spine listening to this awesome drummer..!! Style..technique.! OMG.!

hearing da ride but playing da hihat ?!! ;) video editing probs...anyway....great job !! ;)

[@NelsonLoud]

which part?! She plays the ride with right hand and HH with left foot... nothing unusual.

[@NelsonLoud]

Ok, @ 3:28! You are right!

exactly !! ;)

[@LGUMI]

editing problem·······

Anyway, she plays very good !! ;)

[@dwighthasbrouck8993]

A+++ sister drummer! GREAT job Anika! You are my first pick female drummer!

[@GodlyDrmmrProductions]

3:27 I never knew hi-hats could sound like ride cymbals. AMAZING original/performance, I just couldn't help but notice

[@mikey2111]

Watched this vid so many time and everytime it still get's me. I know it's coming but it still weird hearing it 😂

[@luisnavarrocarlos423]

no words can describe what i think about this beautifull talented Girl....amaizing

[@jordeecakes]

you are soooo inspirational! I love what you are doing, you are amazing! :)

[@mrrichovic]

I always seem to come back to watch your videos Anika. They are so good, so I don't mind it at all!

[@moonflow5133]

1:47 I'M A FRICKIN HI-HAT

[@JohnC-24]

Are you the best or what....! Fantastic. Absolutely amazing.

[@CalTalbot]

Wow Woman!!! You are not only one of the best 'female' drummers I have seen and heard, you are one of the best drummers I seen and heard "period". So, how did you learn to drum like that. You must be schooled/trained at one of the drumming schools/college's/Institute's.? You are just too technical to not be trained in some form or fashion. Sick girl, sick skills, chops, etc. I'll be watching you, keep em coming. Oh, do you have a really cool fill for ending a song, not too technical but something that would make you go, hhhuuummm, did you see what he just did at the end of that song. I don't put big endings on all songs, just a few throughout the evening. Any ideas for me Anika? Wow, awesome drummer.

[@livenloud6697]

i learn something every time i watch her... what a great drummer...

[@chrisdrumlewis]

Quality! Who's your teacher? Your technique is impeccable

[@Desimater1]

I want to know as well. I'd happily move just to get some lessons to improve

[@petarpavasovic6333]

Claus Hessler

[@roryoconnor861]

Awesome. Musical, groovy, original and brilliantly executed.

[@albertopagani9467]

wow so groovy

[@billyrivers3828]

I am a drummer too Anika and I want you to know that I love the way you drum and make music.Thank you for playing from your heart and soul.

[@jeedrums]

3:27 ??

[@MVinicius]

AHAHAHAHA??????

[@bbs1]

***** she can cause she is awesome. besides... the cam switches all time. not only while that fill is happening

[@cscrignaro]

***** it was more than likely recorded in one take then played again to get different camera angles instead of only one.

[@NicknamesSucksHard]

It's just a little mistake during video edition. I think she just played along to a previously recorded track and a lot of video takes were made prior to editor to select some parts and compose the video.

[@jeedrums]

I will use the google translator to talk with you. Not a camera error or anything logically as an art studio and work, she not only used one track to record audio and video, the audio was first recorded and then she recorded the image reproducing what she did in the recording, usually takes more than 4 lanes to exit a perfect song in a studio, but one thing I say, she plays very much!

[@robsongarcia8274]

Ualll!!!! How wonderful!!! Perfection! Again!!!!!

[@PortsladeBySea]

OMG 7 years ago, but still going strong! 🏋️‍♂️🥁🏋️‍♂️

[@JustbeinFrank97]

At 3:19 that poly rhythm groove was no joke, forget favorite female drummer, Shes one my favorites in GENERAL now lol

[@NerismaStudios]

It amazes me how many of you are surprised that a girl can be good at drums... Sure, music has been a primarily male-dominated field, save for vocalists. But I don't believe you have to be a man to be able to infuse the human emotion into an instrument. Great job Anika!!

[@harryvanderveer6292]

I agree Michael..any man or woman can be good at drums...But some are a lot better than others..Anika is a great drummer.!! Yes there will be critics about her skills,drums etc..but she is far better than most and she will only get better..!

[@NerismaStudios]

Harry Vanderveer I know that historically speaking it was a man's thing in most cultures, only because, well, almost EVERYTHING was a man's thing. If anyone has an issue with female drummers, they need to look up two names: Cindy Blackman Santana, and Sheila E.

[@JerseyToTheBone]

Not surprised, More so inspired and appreciative to have someone exude the art of fluid motion, emotion and playing only what' the song calls for!

[@neubeckm]

I could sit and watch you play drums all day! you do it so fluently.

[@IvanMIx]

3:27 bad change camera, hahaha but amazing talent.

[@shubhamchakraborty7904]

Awesome!!!!! Bright using of single pedal and hi hat ......stay blessed

[@iplaydrums9761]

Wrong clip there at 3:26. Haha

[@ChristianIce]

You mean 2:12 :)

[@iplaydrums9761]

No

[@ChristianIce]

iPlayDrums You should ;)

[@iplaydrums9761]

There is nothing wrong there

[@ChristianIce]

iPlayDrums The hits are correct, but they are on the snare while what you hear is a tom.

[@jocelynamado1351]

I always come back for that wrist game at 2:00 ..so therapeutic.

[@y00h0011]

Finally A female percussionists who doesn't pretty up for Sexiest Female Drummers vids. Nothing fancy. No glam. Nothing cutesie. Nothing to prove. Your form is excellent. Love the ghost 3rds. Totally dig your tech and style. Yes. Very sexy girl. But, even more attractive because you're REAL! Just Awesome.

[@S7ereo]

Coincido con tu comentario... Real Drummer !

[@DrLangMusic]

I was going to comment the same thing. Thanks.

[@ryanperson6307]

What's a ghost 3rd?

[@yeahungugu5706]

@@ryanperson6307 3notes rebounce of ghost notes

[@ryanperson6307]

@@yeahungugu5706 Got ya, thanks

[@alvinbailey2184]

She is still the baddest female drummer I have ever seen. Technique is beyond anyone messing with right now. I'm still crazy insane about watching her perform.

[@daynleo1989]

Today I woke up a happily married man. I found this and immediately filed for divorce. I'm packing as I type this.

[@Hermeshdab]

i would marry you right away!

[@crioni]

If you die I'm next!

[@Hermeshdab]

Chromaticsketches hahah! :D

[@leocava76]

Today I discovered your music and your playing...fantastic...!!!!

[@manofculture8666]

The precision... IS DISGUUUUUSTING (in a good way ☺)

[@javiercarbajallopez3930]

Im in love with all of your cymbals. Keep Rocking Anika!!!!

[@JohnNugroho]

+Javier Carbajal López this was back then..i think she uses (maybe endorsed) exclusively meinl currently..

[@nielswil]

The video editting is just terrible, way to much switching. Great song and drumming.

[@bhoqeem1975]

One of my most favorite Anika's songs. The first one is "Have you", with NEVELL. Can't get enough of that one.

[@resgeflegacy3936]

one thing common in all of your music, Joy, you never express sorrow, maybe you had some odds in your life and then you discovered your happy self in these music

[@matteatonguitar]

I am absolutely LOVING this one!!!

[@carlosmauriciogonzalezgord3802]

Feels really nice when I hear all of your songs.

[@Britney24able]

I'm in love with your drumming.....your drumming skills r flawless, & incredibly unique. You r my ultimate inspiration Anika Nilles

[@renaultdidier1719]

Excellent tout y est..... le groove , la précision , la technique, la musicalité et quelle concentration......Chapeau Bas , je vais suivre ton ascension avec beaucoup de plaisir...je te souhaite une longue route.. Musicalement Didier

[@recardorecardo1871]

um.. the grace in ghost notes funky vice versa , real nice feel, inspired again, watching , listening , learning

[@djdiggerjonez4063]

My favorite of her songs.

[@juanpabloaraujoarraga9398]

You have exellent drumming. Creative. Accurate. Technique . Everything. Perfect.

[@ibanews1]

Multiorgasmic groove! Cheers from Argentina!

[@raphalopes495]

Perfect Music, Perfect Drumming, Perfect Video and Audio Edition. Great Work, It inspired me a lot, thank you!

[@microguard]

And you thought Meythal Cohen could played drumms, you find Anika Nilles.... Impressive drumming !! Rich groove !!

[@Daftp22]

just amazing.....the groove and all the songs its perfect. increible!

[@neonbabez3685]

It's an honor to say that your beats are sweet symphony to my ears. Thank you for the courses' videos n teaching your tunes. Truly enjoy your masterpieces while reading my books and working/cleaning. KEEP ON ROCKN' beautiful...

[@camaroguy2301]

There is talent, and there i repetition, This is pure talent.

[@sdeerwester]

I confess that I didn't expect to like this when it popped up on my StumbleUpon channel. "Wild Boy, huh? Pop drivel... ho hum..." Man, was that wrong. The lady's got chops! Thanks for sharing your talent and music with us. More, please!

[@diablofr69]

woooooooooooooooooo quelle claque magnifique sublime les mots me manquent tellement j'ai kiffé

[@dianecandoflamtaps3688]

Wow!! This just totally blew my mind!! Phenomenal musician, drummer and composer!!

[@nathanredmon96]

This is my favorite song of yours. Those Blushdas are so smokin'!!!!

[@micosil8]

thats soul, i feel the energy. amazing . unique style . EXOTIC.

[@raghavbali3671]

great coordination with the mind, that's all you need !

[@budiSantoso-sq4sd]

You are so perfect bro keep it up man!!!!!!