Avenged Sevenfold: "The Stage" Studio Sessions - "Higher"

[@acalleros927]

Brooks' has a permanent look of thoughtfulness

[@clarkbalte0329]

i just want to say that brooks is a perfect fit

[@XpSAN]

hands down for him!

[@jessicacarrier9298]

He sure is!!.. 🥁🦇

[@ElaborateTiger]

That drum beat at the beginning made me immediately fall in love with this song the first time I heard it.

[@flightgravity7483]

ElaborateTiger Absolutely. Such a solid groove with just the right amount of technical prowess without being too showy.

[@jwspitz35]

Dude I fucking love Brooks as their drummer! He's unbelievably talented, and I think he's helping them to make the complex songs they used to write like on City of Evil

[@prestongehrig2824]

difference between brooks and the rev is the rev could play a lot faster, but brooks can a lot more complex

[@auto_5]

@@prestongehrig2824oh I’m not so sure about that. I was also hesitant about brooks, but he is capable of near the same speed(or maybe just as fast) and is way more technical. He just doesn’t have the showmanship(high cymbals etc.) that the rev did not the super flamboyant personality, but his drumming skills are insane. And he was able to continue the A7X signature drum sound without screwing it up. Portnoy was also wayyyy able but just not willing(no hostility).

[@Droxcy]

He made that drum part look so effortless at the end holy shit

[@antonioespinosa6809]

I know right? He looks chill AF.

[@catrichbillay1506]

So glad Brooks is apart of the band. Living legend, in my eyes.

[@tyler_bt3326]

Stephen Sturgis he just needs to ditch that damned hairstyle

[@catrichbillay1506]

Tyler Brooke-Thomas Haha in certain photos his hair reminds me of Leon from Resident Evil.

[@Kneel2ThaCrown]

0:51... Not only did they achieve greatness, they made a MASTERPIECE with The Stage! Brooks' drumming is on another level!

[@rokaanalzeer]

Kneel2ThaCrown brooks is a natural fit with the band.

[@FakeJesseJuarez]

I closed my eyes while Brooks was playing in the last clip and I could picture The Rev playing that. Perfect choice.

[@tyler_bt3326]

Jesse Juarez I just love the way brooks is playing this amazing drum section, then when he finishes he just says "yep" and walks off xD

[@nativeforte]

Reading this comment made me think in my head, Brook is like a reincarnation of the REV 💯

[@TheJerseyNinja]

VOID SPARKZ except he’s older than Jimmy would be and Jimmy IDOLIZED Brooks. He said he thought he was the best drummer in the world. Awesome that he’s now the one to take his place

[@woodenhoe]

Jimmy has a mix of playing style of Brooks and Portnoy, both are his biggest influences

[@emythelast8683]

"He's also his own person, he's an amazing drummer with a great feel and a great instinct to do the right thing" this is exactly how every drummer should be. So glad they handpicked this guy!

[@Diegox441star]

I'm in love with this song, for me, the best of the album.

[@b.s.879]

Diego Sullivan I like stage but it is to long so I like this one more

[@UPtheIRONS52]

TreZ Lightning You must fucking despise Exist

[@DL500316]

+Giant Squid he probably does

[@b.s.879]

Giant Squid I was making a point. After a while of listening to them I got used to shorter songs. I don't dislike but it will take some getting used to

[@TrueCanadianGamerThe]

Ever since Jimmy's passing, I've seen Nightmare on as different phases of the band. Nightmare was the legacy, Hail to the King was the start of the recovery, and The Stage is regrowth into how the band was before. I can't wait to see you guys live with Brooks. Never got the opportunity with Jimmy, and I never had a chance with Arin. But next time you're around where I live, I'll be the first to buy tickets.

[@evilthoughts8763]

TrueCanadianGamer Not if I buy them first (? Good comment, you read my mind..

[@FikriAlfathan]

Can you help me out a little bit? English is not my first and second language, it's my third actually. I'm a little confused about something that you wrote. I realized that you use the words "chance" and "opportunity" in different sentences and implying that they meant different. What are the differences? Sorry for this.

[@UnkowingBrother]

Fikri Alfathan they mean almost the same thing really. It just gives the sentence a different emotion when you read it. Otherwise using the same word (chance/opportunity) wouldn’t give you a sense of understanding where he/she is coming from. Just my two cents.

[@FikriAlfathan]

UnkowingBrother Thanks, mate! It does give a different emotion when I read it. Cheers!

[@davidday9967]

@@FikriAlfathan any better at English or any other languages now? I'm curious and exploring the depths of youtube comments here in 20 20 😬

[@Mvinifeijo]

This drummer is amazing! We will never forget The Rev, but Brooks does his job fucking right!

[@MichaelKhaimraj]

The ending bit with Brooks solo'd was jaw dropping

[@MsPonderthat1]

I'm so happy Brooks is with A7X! When i hear his drumming, I hear Jimmy

[@bretcollinstdm]

MsPonderthat1 Well, Jimmy looked up to Brooks and was an inspiration to him.

[@nikenyx]

We need an instrumental version of the album!

[@alexl.4362]

Nicolas Sedepski Homer

[@ugiustuskeiserus8066]

Nicolas Sedepski I want one for all their albums, they've created amazing music

[@EduardoGarcia-rd7vb]

Nicolas Sedepski yeah

[@poutineqc9263]

Nicolas Sedepski ahahahahah im happy to know that im not the only one that has realize that matt fuckt the hole albums 😂

[@maitogai1995]

I want the drum version. It's so catchy

[@Bushheadmonster]

Arguably one of the best songs on the album!

[@handler803]

I love the fact that when it comes to choosing drummers, the guys always make sure that the drummer they work with carry a bit of the Rev's memory in them. Portnoy and Wackerman were Rev's influences whereas Ilejay is influenced by The Rev.

[@1027corbie]

"Higher" is my favorite song on the album. Such a beautiful song!

[@bambamboyles]

Brooks' drums on 'Higher' just resonate in my ear in the best of ways, i love that song so much.

[@rhatalos1997]

To me this is the coolest drum rhythm i've heard. I can't get it out of my head - which is good.

[@SnubieZ]

Every time I get into my car I'm happy. It doesn't matter where I'm heading. This album kicks in and I get lost in it. I've been listening to A7X since the beginning and this record takes me some place different: back, but forward at the same time. These guys just JAM! Every time I listen to this album, I feel like I'm watching one of those old movies with no words and only music. I hear a story. Epic, epic album. *edit* Also.. More studio shit please! It's really rad to see how you guys think and work together. KZbin / social media are the new information mediums *edit2* Drummer kicks ass.

[@tylerwilson4951]

I think the thing I admire about Brooks the most is that he can play such technical pieces with so much feel.

[@ZephyrusAsmodeus]

I absolutely love the way Brooks sounds both like Jimmy and has his own sound, Jimmy had that perfect way of filling, that punch, and Brooks brings that and has this great tempo and structured, choriographed and sycopated feel to it, it's fantastic

[@Jesse_Drake]

Brooks is a fantastic addition to the band!

[@theposhdrummer772]

I appreciate how the video is exactly 4:20 and it’s named HIGH-er

[@framar601]

The stage is their best project i hope they go more in this direction, it was fresh and thrilling. A masterpiece.

[@UPtheIRONS52]

I'm trying to play the guitar but this one song keeps kicking my ass

[@UPtheIRONS52]

Xenofere It's a song called "the legend27"

[@marcelltoth6183]

This song is one of their greatest masterpieces, which is no small feat. Fantastic.

[@vomitoriumbassist]

This album is incredible! Welcome back A7X!! Ive missed you all so much! Cannot stop listening to this album!

[@jstephen1]

Brooks plays everything so casually, he makes it all look easy

[@rabidbwah3430]

4:02 brooks dancing with his instrument, AWESOME!

[@GAFVM]

I love these studio session videos.

[@martinmcguire8598]

Jimmy is irreplaceable They know that We know that (FoREVer) However Brooks Wackerman has a really creative style of drumming that compliments the band in a really exciting way It's like they are now the best they can be again without Jimmy Brooks' drumming on this album it's incredible. I believe Jimmy will be watching over the band with immense pride now they have Brooks. Arin was a good drummer and had the ability to play the complexed drums from their back catalogue but in terms of creativity to write the drums for an Avenged Sevenfold record it was evident that he wasn't on the same page as the rest of the band. I'm really impressed with the band for having the courage and strength to make the decision to find a drummer that fits in with their style and compliments them in the best way possible Brooks has made Avenged Sevenfold the nearest they'll ever be to complete again. I'm excited to hear what they'll come up with next with Brooks

[@helco2856]

This song is so fun to play on drums

[@kev23dk]

This is what you call "a band". A true band.

[@owenharris1826]

Please do a part 2 of this video where they actually talk about Higher and show some of the recording processes. Matt's vocals on this song are the best they've ever been, and I wanted to see him in the recording booth singing it. Its just too good not to see. When he reaches the high note in the verse, I get goosebumps every time. He hasn't hit that note since City of Evil.

[@AbaySeventeen]

Brooks Wackerman is a powerful drummer. NICE!

[@johnkirk7979]

Easily my favorite on the album along with Paradigm and Fermi Paradox.

[@danielchristensen3657]

John Kirk paradigm baby

[@thedailydiego6368]

The Stage is a masterpiece. No pause or skip button is allowed in my truck when this album starts.

[@etgohome1343]

You guys did so well with this album! This is easily my second favorite album of yours (Behind City of Evil). Keep it up dudes!

[@Karla-ge2qd]

Brooks what a monster! One of my favorite tracks

[@fawfox480]

I really love this kind of videos. We really see what you normally don't see in the making of an album.

[@alexl.4362]

Farfox Fallout

[@amea1533]

My favorite song from the album, so amazing! 💜

[@NehRotMG10]

The fact that this song is named Higher and this video is 4:20 long

[@TheDB1345]

Neh-6 Haaaaaaaaaa Just noticed that 😂😂😂

[@seahawks14680]

sorry i'm french, i didn't understand what you mean. what is the link between higher and 4:20 ?

[@zacharystrouse2038]

Neh-6 It's 4:19 minutes long.

[@philippelambert1475]

actually the song higher from the album is 6:28

[@TheDB1345]

Phil Lambert U missed the joke

[@johannestempest874]

I always find funny when I look at the band pictures of Avenged with Brooks- he doesn't look like he plays in A7X. But the way that he plays, and how he approaches each part, it's as he was already in the band since long ago.

[@The_Real_Kilo_G]

He looks like an ex skater that is going to his 6th graders chorus concert. Really doesnt fit the look of the band, but they make great music together.

[@aaronrocs]

Love that album, and this song in particular is fantastic.

[@timofcent1]

Brooks is probably the best thing to happen to A7X since Syn joined.

[@K-Dub159]

Never heard of Brooks before but damn am I'm glad he's with the band now. Long live A7X!!!

[@clonetrooper576]

Brooks saved Avenged Sevenfold!

[@matyaskubicek3184]

Clonetrooper576 And killed Bad religion 😢😂

[@jaidynheadford5710]

Clonetrooper576 yes indeed this guy is going pretty damn good glad he saved the band hope he stays in and fits in too

[@Jason-ow6xo]

Clonetrooper576 not like they needed to be saved but I get what you meant.

[@AlexJasso100]

EQ-smoove Metronymic?

[@heyitgeg]

Zachary Ariston Yeah hail to the king was definitely not as bad as people say it was but it wasn't great either.

[@asamann1738]

Damn brooks layed down such sick grooves and signature sounds with his cymbals and kit selection.

[@anthonydichiera6638]

Freed of the world, Shed of the weight, Onward to see you, my friend meet me in the stars tonight, there you'll find me, drifting in the ether within the lull.. foREVer

[@CR1M5ONOM3N]

Hopefully Brooks will stay as a lifelong member of the band.

[@iamyourgreatgreatgreatgrea6291]

+CR1M5ON OM3N Agreed! I mean, it's not like I disliked Arin in any way but I honestly think Brooks is the perfect fit for this band.

[@armin6928]

i really love this song, its amazing, so much fellings in it, and the album is great in my opinion, love a7x

[@kareemb0]

Brooks is amazing. Such a creative drummer and a perfect fit/successor to Jimmy if you ask me.

[@vladimirstroganoff4404]

I love this song

[@wastelanda7x]

I love this band so much.. theyve been there for me for so many years always bringing joy to my life with the incredible amount of complexity and thought that they poor into their work. playing endless shows and always giving %100 professionalism to the music has inspired me in both my pursuit of music as well as many other aspects of my life. thank you for working so hard and setting a great example for me during my teenage years into my early 20s. I feel like I wouldn't be who I am without the music you've made and the career model you have. merry Christmas.

[@AvStevieStevenJamesDrums]

Brooks, FIGGEN PHENOM!!!!! Like a glove!!!!!!

[@BrejetyKirby]

After listening to just the instrumental of this song made me appreciate it more actually

[@FB0102]

I was blown away by the drums on this song

[@LivScarfi]

ONE OF MY TOP FAVORITES OFF THE ALBUM

[@tkuvma4372]

No one can replace Jimmy... But, when you have Brooks, you're pretty close 👌🏻🔥

[@sarudedandorm1452]

I wish all upcoming A7X song will have its own instrumental track. Or even if it comes in a separate copy of the album. Because sometimes you just wanna savor the sound of the instruments. Especially when youre playing online games, driving, where you still wanna hear what youre doing and the people around you. :)

[@abdultaylor6571]

I think the Stage is their best album . It's a work of art. Higher is the song that I skip to before playing the entire album all the way through. It's incredible.

[@PetrucciFever]

Brooks is awesome & you delivered a masterpiece! THANKS

[@anamara3237]

muito bom ver essa banda se esforçando.pra mim essa e a melhor banda de todos os tempos ou umas das melhores.(ancioso) It's very good to see this band striving for me. This is the best band of all time or one of the best.

[@sassysudz1]

Matt was conducting the choir at the end... so cool

[@jordanduncan8731]

I was terrified when they announced they hired a new drummer. When I heard the drums kick in on “the stage” for the first time I was instantly put at ease. It’s like if Jimmy had an evil twin all along in the drums.

[@johannacox3267]

I really like Matt he's so well spoken.

[@vermilion272]

i really like this brooks guy, he always seems so zen

[@Marta1Buck]

honestly I love jimmy's voice more than his drum play.

[@vgc3545]

Ahmad Vawaid Sulthon agree. Ive never heard anything come close to his voice.

[@edwardgabriel6924]

This video brings me tears of joy 😭

[@abadtime3319]

Fantastic song, fantastic album.

[@Britton_Thompson]

That's so cute. Shadows talks about achieving greatness so humbly as if they haven't already reached that years ago

[@camerondavis8213]

I absolutely love this album!!!!

[@DamnImSoBored123]

What a great drummer and musician Brooks is... And on top of that he's cute too, lol im in love with him

[@KHALID47]

amazing song i love it

[@cole4700]

These guys are absolute geniuses!

[@kaijudd4036]

Brooks is a great addition to the family!!! It's almost as if The Rev never left.

[@sx7335]

Great album! I miss The REV, my drummer idol and all that he could represent as a human being. Even his back vocals were unique. But the new drummer seems to be nice too and he's got an awesome groove. Gotta stay strong and keep the good work. A7X are reborn finally! Thank you for the influences.

[@Rampagedd]

You guys are the best, keep going. Don't stop. Loving your work Brooks. Thank you for the music!!!

[@jpizzlestreet06]

Definetely my favorite song on the album

[@prodbytdash4013]

Simply brilliant

[@reachingbeyond7065]

This is my favorite song on the album

[@kutsumiru]

I'm so happy that they recognize that Hail to the King wasn't quite up to sevenfold standard and that they're not going to sugarcoat or defend it

[@vozebateria]

PLEASE A7X, release a Making Of DVD of this album.. and the old ones too!!!

[@dansands6363]

Hahahaha Brian's dad in the background at the end!!!

[@dansands6363]

Hey Avenged, tell him to star writing more songs! They never get old

[@alexl.4362]

Danny Sands Papa Gates always the jokester

[@Upsetkiller456]

He did the outro solo on Angels.

[@dansands6363]

Domenick boucher how do you know this?

[@Phantom-kc9ly]

Danny Sands it's called google

[@mr.jarvis8976]

I don't know how Brooks able to keep his chill and flat face while he is playing crazy drum part.

[@MikeyJVoice]

Never heard of Brooks before A7x. I knew of bad religion but never heard any of their songs. But this man is a best. Super technical, and makes it look easy. His style definitely matches the band.

[@astrasolaris1016]

Favourite track from the album.

[@erikbudrow1255]

Brooks is like the Rev in stable form.

[@troytree123]

The Albums sounds damn GoOD!!!!! Brooks is the MAN!!! love the line up!

[@memika1872]

I viewed this vid from their website. I must say that Shadz is the sexiest Choir Director ever!

[@SLAYERFRANKRIN69]

I feel like had it not been for the Nightmare and Hail To The King albums, which had their good songs, doing poorly, they wouldn't have made The Stage as f-ing good as it is. Big fan, and really glad they got it back on track. Much love

[@starsundead]

This song is amazing ❤️❤️

[@locochester4909]

Brooks reminds me to The Rev. Obviously there is no comparation, but brooks fits perfectly in this band.

[@pv1794]

Yes they return!!!! Love these!

[@agent_sickx444]

Best piece on the record !

[@tacoshells5632]

love you guys

[@Upsetkiller456]

Best song off the album for sure which is funny since, I HATED this song when I first heard it.

[@sandymuhammadramdhan9133]

This. Me too lmao

[@elena79rus]

One of my favorite songs on the album.

[@fuhtehangzo1465]

As Matt had said 'the ablum is a grower, not a shower' it just gets better when you listen to it again and again

[@svenskakrigare9543]

Word. I hated many of the songs the first time I heard them. Especially Higher and Simulation

[@starpaladinnelaj]

@@fuhtehangzo1465 Interesting how right he was. I hated the Stage, Simulation, & Paradigm when I first heard them, but now there some of my favorite songs

[@Anima.Libera]

Brooks....eccezionale!!!! 💜🌌