Anika Nilles - "Orange Leaves" [official video]

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SONG WRITTEN BY ANIKA NILLES
**feel free to share** [Gear list in descritption]
guitars - joachim schneiss
bass - frank itt
keys - maze leber
additional keys - anika nilles
percussion - martin verdonk
produced by joachim schneiss at liner studios / walldorf
co produced by anika nilles
light - benni mugler
assistant - emma mclallen
video and editing - adam harangy
assistant - nico stumpe
THANKS TO MY PARTNERS
liner studios / Walldorf
mapex drums
meinl cymbals
evans drumheads
vic firth sticks
beyerdynamic
slapklatz
cympad
tunerfish lug locks
GEAR LIST
MEINL CYMBALS
cymbal set up from right to the left:
Meinl byzance dual hat 15'
Meinl byzance extra dry crash 20'
Meinl byzance extra dry R&D ride 24'
Meinl byzance hammered thin crash 20'
MAPEX DRUMS
Mapex Black Panther "white widow" custom
20x18 Bass Drum
12x08 Rack Tom
16x14 Floortom
14x 6,5 Sledge Hammer main snare
12x 07 Fastback side snare

[@danlittle1756]

I love how smooth and relaxed she is, effortless.

[@JerseyToTheBone]

That's what they teach us!

[@robscallon]

Such impressive playing

[@calderonugaldesalvador1662]

hola

[@supermechdragonslayer]

Rob - Anika colab ?

[@FrostedJr]

Agreed, this colab needs to happen! :D

[@nano7586]

Good to see you on an Anika Nilles video, shows that you have good taste :)

[@Sasseverk]

YES

[@rebel-yell9453]

My first musical instrument love was drums. I used to have some Buddy Rich, Gene Kruppa and Sandy Nelson records when I was a kid, I wore them out. But when I tried to be a drummer in school our band director decided I was more suited to play the Sousaphone. My drumming career ended before it started. Besides I had so many friends that were great drummers at the time it made no sense for me to try playing drums so I took up the bass guitar and 6 string guitar instead. Even though I play guitars, now I still have a passion for great drum playing. My modern day favorites would range from Billy Cobham, Steve Gadd, Mike Mangini, Mike Portnoy, Jason Costa, Terry Bozzio among others, and I absolutely love Anika. Listening to you reminds me of listening to Billy Cobham after Mahavishnu Orchestra and Steve Gadd during his Al Di Meola days in the 70's. I love your playing, you are an inspiration.

[@Lukas-kh5gu]

there's just nothing I am more excited for than a video from Anika Nilles. what a goddess.

[@raidovski]

My favorite drummer from since I discovered her three years ago...

[@stickwithit]

I don't think some people realize how much work goes into these videos. Doesn't she write the songs too? That's incredible.

[@TotoTom567]

Easily one of the best drummers in the World right now. Anika you are phenominal!

[@liquidhammer1134]

agreed

[@gonggamshan]

Anika, you got the freshness, the groove, the passion and the rhythm of latino without being latino. Your music is simply awesome! I enjoy every single song of yours that I can find!

[@jthetunes1]

Hands down one of my favorite drummers out there right now.

[@maauaudio]

Man, I wish my drum skills could ever reach half of hers... simply stunning composition and exquisite drumming

[@SanPedroGraphics]

You erase all distinctions between male and female drummers. Fantastic!!!

[@noeacostasayas]

Even in 2023 it is still a jewel and a great reference for us and it will be forever ❤

[@Deep42Thought]

DAT BASS tone O_O

[@joshraleigh6885]

That's a 20" kick too!!! Damn!!

[@Deep42Thought]

like a punch of wrench in chest

[@caspervanhelvoirt]

Recently got myself a 20" Mapex Saturn kick. When tuned right it feels just like a 22" canon!

[@PNW_Sportbike_Life]

I sure do love my Saturns! The Phat Bob snare is my favorite snare of all time; I can't get enough of it's sound.

[@danielpatton8112]

Anika you always kill thoses drums, the tone of you kit is amazing!

[@johnlopez3641]

Every video is a lesson in itself, syncopation, polyrhythms, rudiments, you can watch one video and have months worth of inspiration, and lessons. Awesome! She is just awesome.

[@MrDrummertheo]

Echt klasse. Wenn man das hört und sieht, traut man sich ja gar nicht mehr hinter das drum. Super gute präzise fills und super tolles feeling. Hammer

[@yushinX1]

Every new thing you do inspires me that much more. Can't wait to get back playing after school.

[@Piamime]

we really need more than a couple of videos per year...

[@mandubien]

My 3 years old son said : wow, she plays loud :) And he clapped his hands at the end ! Hats off Anika ! You play drums with so much musicality ! You make me want to keep practicing after 25 years of drumming. Hope to see you live someday !

[@jeromeday2872]

I just love this girls, just truly amazing !!!!!!! God has Blessed her beyond words!!!!!

[@meucanal41]

Forró of Brazil

[@k_bsh]

Amazing. Loved the emphasis switch-up at 2:31 and the ending especially.

[@balsagoth0077]

i hate that part

[@handy1arnwald947]

Wow. Watching is like a tutorial for awesome grip , wrist action , economy of motion , millisecond timing. Subtle ghost notes ,truly one of the greats...

[@njm4410]

ANOTHER BADASS! JUST TO LET EVERYONE KNOW, I WAS A ROCK DRUMMER BEFORE ANYTHING ELSE. I'M MAD! CRAZY!! ABOUT THE DRUMS & BASS. AND THERE'S THAT DEEP, LONG KICK DRUM, THE SOUND THAT COMES OUT OF THAT PIECE OF HARDWARE IS WICKED. THUMP!! THUMP!!! BADASS FEMALE DRUMMERS. HERE'S ********** STARS FOR YOU

[@neftaliherrera5409]

👍👌✌👏☝ Wow You Are Aswome Very Nice Very Good And You Are So Beatiful Anika Damn

[@StreetsOfVancouverChannel]

daaaaaaaaaaamn! :)

[@chadmanning4884]

yo that finale gave me chills. easily one of the best drummers out there, no doubt.

[@johnsandlin7474]

While this is not my fav of her compositions...just listen to that drum set!!! why give that up? It truly showcases her sound and style! SHE ROCKS!

[@rhodiavolpe5273]

It's always a pleasure to see you and listen to play . Thank you to the musicians. Keys Bass Guitars Percussion

[@getlikeus1247]

Who dislikes this? This is amazing stuff!

[@thisguyiknow]

Neil Peart disliked her out of jealousy, 61 times and counting. ;) Agreed about Anika. I love her music.

[@dxb8086]

People who don't like the music. What's wrong with that? That's what the like/dislike buttons are there for. -.-

[@funklover24]

This is no charts music so it's not everybody's thing. Btw there are 10.000 likes so what? Some people might get happy with Justin Bieber ... :D

[@kevinvanrensburg2468]

Very impressive, definitely one of the best put there. Luv watching her play 👌

[@Sheeple69a]

Frank Itt spielt einfach herausragend, im Zusammenspiel mit Anika eine wahre Freude.

[@arneilbrooks]

whoever disliked this video is pure HATER. what's not to love about her timing drive, rhythms??

[@jonathanbormann5077]

They're just jealous

[@bobbydale1938]

Love the drumming and skill , Hate the music !!! )))

[@Jez2008UK]

I'm not a hater, and I didn't dislike the video and didn't thumb it up or down, but I didn't like that drumming, to me, to my ears, to my tastes it was too many innappropriate notes. Overplaying. I've heard her play much, much better than that. All, my personal opinion (people are allowed to find something not to their liking, no need to call them 'haters').

[@ashimotoakai9599]

@@Jez2008UK ah yes of course that is true, but then have you seen Harry Miree's meinl video, those FB comments are truly deserving of the title haters.

[@dianecandoflamtaps9557]

Pathetic humans that have nothing better to do but spend all their time being hateful, nasty, and ignorant!! Sometimes I think it’s jealousy, projection; and they hate the people that they wish they could be and are to lazy to improve themselves and strive to make something of themselves. Haha! Sorry for the rant. 😳

[@brunoganem6588]

em alguns momentos me lembrou a música baiana

[@RodrigoSouza-jj7kv]

lembra um pouco o forró.

[@brunoganem6588]

isso, tive essa impressão tbm

[@thiagofavaretto7718]

É impressão minha ou tem uma levada de vanerão? Entre 1:21 e 1:45...

[@andrelopes8616]

bem de leve

[@DrJimmyCosta]

kkkk pensei a mesma coisa kkk

[@PezrulezHaakon]

Maybe in next life, i get better genes for playing drums.Anika is definately one of my favourite drummers. The progress she had over the past few years is mindblowing. My progress these past years is slim to none. I'll never be as good as Anika.

[@nexdrums]

My fave female drummer ever . Too good for real :) Don't try to compare female drummers to Anika. She is the number 1 . That's all

[@creamb5801]

Wow I wish I could play like her.

[@haydendraycott7897]

It's never ever ever EVER too late to start playing buddy! Just pick up a pair of sticks and go for it!

[@NothingHereButMe]

Patrick Ecraela yeah go on man. You'll be surprised how good you can get when you put the hours in

[@bce3210]

Practice

[@abenhammou9]

Is there anyway to Like the video more than once ? :D

[@shailendratiga2249]

I love watching her drumming ... Always My favorite

[@mMosQuiToN]

I have no words to express what I feel. I would love to make you listen to listen to my heartbit while I listen you play. You are immense Anika.

[@chimbangas]

Anika, you think you're albums will ever be available on Spotify? Sometimes I listen to your singles, but I would love to be able to hear your albums.

[@anykmusic]

Not sure yet, but I'll think about it.... :)

[@chimbangas]

Anika Nilles Don't think too much eheh, do it please! Would love to hear the new album! =)

[@chrislloyd6907]

@@anykmusic Hey drummer to drummer, mad chops! The people who dislike your videos obviously can't comprehend true music! As a djent drummer, I use some of these kinda licks in my playing, but your flow and execution? Flawless!

[@nico_poriol]

Female matt garstka for me. So talented! Great Job!

[@ChipsNeeson]

I don't really see any parallels to Matt Garstka, other than cymbal manufacturer. Anika has her own style.

[@nico_poriol]

maybe for being technical though. just my thoughts :)

[@Druiddddd]

i can see what you mean very similar fills and stuff

[@drummer265]

That's funny you said that, I was literally just having the same thought listening to her album on the drive into work today.

[@bobbystockerdrums]

@@ChipsNeeson I agree!

[@benoitlambert100]

I like her playing alot and the sound of her drums and cymbals...

[@eyesonfire4301]

christ,Marry Me. LOL your fantastic. I could listen to your meter all day. wonderful.Thanks Anika. absolutely brilliant!!

[@Avenged1]

Too good...don't worry about all the butt hurt ex drummers who gave you thumbs down...dudes hate to be outdone by chicks.

[@VioletAOP416]

Shodogger Just Dronin' Out I'm a dude, and it doesn't matter what gender you are to be good. This chick is badass, way better than I am.

[@TheMuffinator]

She only has 65 thumbs downs. That's less than 1%. Why would anyone be worried about that?

[@alethephobe7586]

Why do people have to always fucking comment about some dislikers, not everybody has to like it jesus fucking christ

[@micahvideo]

Chick can play

[@Jez2008UK]

Oh shut up you little bitch.

[@RCCREWNJ]

Awesome! Anika, is this song available to purchase?

[@anykmusic]

Not yet,... This song will be on my upcoming album....

[@RCCREWNJ]

Great! I am looking forward to it! I love the work you do!

[@drummerbob]

is there a release date yet?

[@josephedwards4046]

Lords,Graceful angel on the drums.

[@syntheon]

unbelievable... especially the beat-shifting in the middle. great job!!!

[@MrHDfreak]

Orangenbaum Blätter liegen auf dem Weg. Ich hab 20 Kinder, meine Frau ist schön.

[@Lukas-kh5gu]

Ist ja unfassbar, der Vibe des Songs passt ja tatsächlich zu Peter Fox. Danke für diese Crossreference ;-D... auch wenns bissl spooky ist, Anika mit Peter Fox in Verbindung zu bringen. O.O

[@mightyV444]

@Rudi Mentär - Eine Freundin von mir hatte den Song neulich in 'ner whatsapp-message erwaehnt, und den hatte ich vorher überhaupt noch nicht gekannt! (Lebe im Ausland) Lustiger Zufall, dass er hier nun nochmal auftaucht! :-))

[@amused2death775]

While yours is not my type of music and style of drumming, I can still appreciate the skill required to play this. Another thing I greatly appreciate is that you don't rely on your sexual appeal like some girls do on YT. I wish more girls would be like you and less like "look at my body in a sexy lingerie while I'm trying to make sense on my instrument". I think, the only thing stopping women from being taken seriously is falling for sexist ideals of men.

[@NothingHereButMe]

Amused 2Death 👏👏👏👏

[@MrTille]

Well, that's something of the dumbest shit I've ever read. Who is really to blame that MEN thinks women can't be taken seriously depending on what they are wearing? Never appreciate anything else than skill, and maybe if you like the decor or clothing or hair cut or whatever you can leave a comment. But never talk about "sexual appeal", even if you have the "goodness of your heart" in it. It's just stupid.

[@amused2death775]

You did not understand my comment at all and you call me dumb. You are funny. But probably it's your poor English at fault here. Sit down and learn to read and comprehend first. Then you'll be allowed a word.

[@MFink-oq5hy]

Male feminism is so cringy

[@gregbester3855]

Never mind "best female drummer in the world" , one of the best drummers in the world, PERIOD.

[@monteblackwell4652]

I come from the Niel Peart and Dave Weckl liking. But I seriously found my new favorite drummer. I am floored. I just listened to all your youtube videos and I'm am simply wowed.... Your discipline and timing is remarkable.. I'm from the U.S. but I would be honored to be your student. No B.S. I would move to Germany for a year and study under you in a heart beat. That would be an honor...

[@WhelanDrums]

Absolutely outstanding performance as always Anika. One word..... Inspirational

[@patrickguthe7983]

Das war wunderschön. Dankeschön. Interessants Thema rhythmisch. Und energetisch ist es auch. Wunderschön! 😊

[@deanm6577]

Great melodic drumming! Excellent. So sensible, delicate and same time powerful. Absolutely one of my favorite drummers...

[@veesfistofdeath]

That lighting in the back is awesome highlighting her in the spotlight. Solid creative playing as always.

[@antoinne1]

such energy while playing good vibes

[@xonkpot]

I just discovered Anika tonight.... I love listening to this kind of music... and to see the soul behind the beat is amazing... @topknox

[@TradBowBruce]

To add to my other comments below, this track keeps me coming back, there is more and more depth each time I listen. You work with a wonderful group of musicians. This Fusion style of playing is what has been missing in current music. From my vantage point, you are inspiring many new players into this genre of instrumental music...keep it coming...your musicianship grows with each composition.

[@madhousehfs]

Супер, тащусь от АНики!

[@introxgrunt]

the open hihat sound is so crisp!!!!

[@guitarswhiskeyandgolf]

This blew my mind when I first heard it. The section that is vaguely middle eastern sounding just kills. The displaced hi hat has an awesome vibe killer track

[@RajuonDrums]

You are just wow!!!!! Take love from Bangladesh 🇧🇩

[@AlineSouzaBatera]

The best drummer 🥁🥁👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Skyedrummer145]

Controlled, super-precise and flamboyant all at the same time. A true professional and icon.

[@CharlesLi1]

Just wow... so fluid. Best song yet.

[@tomgadd]

Your play is so mature and innovative...a pleasure to watch and listen!!

[@christiandelacuba8998]

God Bless America!! You continue to wow me!! Great job!!

[@VotograV]

She's not from America.

[@PenguinMan127]

Can I just say this is probably my favorite song by you Anika? Its fantastic! I love the whole thing from the drumming to the composition of the music in the background. Keep it up!

[@genpro65]

Excellent. All the best and thank you for sharing.

[@Nikolnikoff]

Amazing music and your drummer composition!!! I liked very much!!! I enjoyed it!! Thank You!

[@hugojs]

Good job! This rhythm sounds like a baião from Brazil.

[@Newbeginning1980]

My favorite drummer rite now

[@oorange33]

Hi Anika,impressive sound super drummer , wonderful your style, the magic hands

[@mattybeaniemusic6177]

Listening to Anika"s music, is like listening forever.

[@paradidle56]

WOW No words. Just... amazing!!!

[@musikspieler9968]

Du spielst sehr cool Drums, macht spass zu zusehn u. hören!!!

[@12tempico]

It´s amazing again, a joung lady played her drums with great energie. another good song, full of brakes. grandios !!! greeting from germany

[@slump75]

You're playing makes me happy. I smile.

[@torspomedia5861]

Definetly my favourite.

[@giant1band455]

Awesome as always. Look forward to hearing the new album.

[@user-cr8xe3cq8y]

This video deserves much more likes and watches then it have.

[@jeremiasdanna1476]

Hi Anika . You 're my favorite drummer . I send greetings from Argentina. You 're awesome.

[@sokphanithmao5523]

why all the song she plays so amazing

[@DpstudioBiz]

Every night I lay me down to sleep, I ask the lord my soul to keep and please let me play as good as Anika.

[@ronglenn919]

it's crazy but this is my favorite and Mister is a close second but they are not her most viewed. go figure. A1 chops. 3 snares? so much groove. love her.

[@anykmusic]

🙏🙏🙏

[@aldairmendoza8388]

Omg! Just AWESOME! Great drumming and feeling.

[@frankhenicke348]

wow! awesome ability and talent must be from another realm.

[@elrein9]

Great talent and incredible snare sound.

[@ihatethefuture]

This might be my favourite track/video of yours yet. Mind-blowing grooves and fills!

[@marianocorsaro5712]

Good song , relax and interesting fusion of sounds!!! Great!!!!

[@victorportovitimbatera]

Perfect solo, amazing drummer.

[@lcbygrace2506]

I Love it! I Love you Anika, you are the best.

[@TheSepponaut]

Routined like a clockwork, but played with heart and soul. You got a new fan!

[@MegaVince09]

Really digging Orange Leaves today!! Hip and poppy.

[@laksha1987]

Hey young lady..that was awesome piece of drumming...love your talent..

[@markricher7362]

Anika, thank you for sharing your gift with the whole world!!! :-))

[@TradBowBruce]

Anika, well written piece and composition. A drumming powerhouse as always! Thanks!!

[@mvalentine5174]

The way she worked them hi hats while staying in pocket and made em create the exact sound and effect she wanted was very disciplined

[@guillaume83]

I'm always impressed and remains a huge fan of Anika and her songs. What I appreciated while meeting her during a masterclass in Paris is that she also remains very humble (if that is a correct english word...?). On the other hand, I really keep wondering what these 16 people who disliked the video meant to blame her for. The playing is awesome, the creation as well, and I don't like people not-liking without saying why. That's quite dishonest, and small-minded....