Ben Shanbrom - "The Closest I've Come" Earthside Drum Playthrough

[@BenShanbrom]

Earthside's Drummer here! Watch my brand new Drum Playthrough for We Who Lament right here! 🥁🎥 kzbin.info/www/bejne/l4bHYa2ElraSr9E

[@demontheory]

Seven years later and still such a criminally underrated drummer. Not fair.

[@dansourile5444]

I think if they release more music, he'll get lots more exposure and recognition.

[@feizalghanty6107]

this guy is incredible, the whole band is as well.

[@EarthsideBand]

Hey everyone, if you liked what you saw above be sure to check out Ben's new instagram @benshanbrom where he'll be posting weekly clips of new ideas and techniques he's working on. instagram.com/benshanbrom/

[@jennifer9047]

I am laying in bed in the dark, and I have my settings on auto play. This song came on and I have my eyes closed. I thought immediately, "Jesus Christ, I never realized the drums were mixed so crisply and prominently on this track!" 🙄 Dur. But still... I find this... more pleasing... than the original...

[@SonOfWinter]

A great drummer knows when to hit and specially when to NOT hit. You sir are very well aware of it. Awesome job!

[@antoliimayra1356]

Those are the cleanest drum heads I've ever seen. I didn't see price tags still left on, so I know you just like your kit tidy.

[@DRUM]

That. Was. Dope.

[@nope-z5y]

Dude. You're a monster.

[@fishdrew1111]

One of my favorite drumming songs of 2023. Bill Bruford would be proud.

[@hugocapelobl]

this album is such a masterpiece! it made my life so much better, i remember i was in a car trying to sleep and I listened your album for the first time and then I woke up in the final song and I was WOW.. I MUST BUY THIS. And it was what I did! Now I have your cd blowing up in my car everyday, everytime, such great music to trip everywhere :D And to finish, I must say you're an incredible drummer, your style is so important for your band sounding what it sounds, definitely, for me, you're one of the best drummer in the scene! Please keep up the amazing work and keep inspiring people like me, your music has changed my view of music for life and I play guitar for about 10 years, the only bands that made me think that was Tool and Northlane. Wish you all the best and hope I get a chance to you guys on stage, it would be a total eargasm for me. CHEERS FROM PORTUGAL!

[@EarthsideBand]

Wow, I'm humbled, Hugo. It's awesome to hear that anything I've done musically has hit someone on such a deep level. That was kind of how I felt when I got into Tool :) Danny Carey is still one of my biggest inspirations behind the kit. Thanks so much for taking the time to engage with our music and connect with us. Hope to play Portugal in the near future! -Ben

[@kelpbeds]

Ben is the man!

[@dante666jt]

@@kelpbeds no actually Frank is the man

[@glennsmith3303]

ROONEY Drums brought me here. Man, this sounds so good.., not sure how else to describe this. I wish this was like 2 hours long so I could play this while driving. Super fantastic, you freaking music God.

[@glennsmith3303]

God at 7:20.., sooo good. MAN!!!

[@EarthsideBand]

@@glennsmith3303 Thanks so much, man! Myself and the band really appreciate it :)

[@HailTheHolyMetal]

5:07 ERMAGERD This guy has... no, this guy *is* groove. The groove in person. I've seen and heard many drummers in the progressive scene, but Ben beats them all in my opinion. Wow...

[@S3lvah]

This hits such a sweet spot between intensity and groove (fast strokes, yet tasteful pauses), and technicality and emotion (complex without being dry). Rare to see. It's just... art.

[@alexandrepiche5609]

One of the greatest drum composition I've ever heard.

[@MTheoOA]

this is brilliant. Honestly.

[@ldoom405]

This record holds a special place in my heart. Somehow it got into my algorithm when I really needed some music like this that hit the soul. This music really hits really special vibrations

[@TheBaconWizard]

Came here after watching Drum Teacher Reacts reaction to it; just WOW! I have a new favourite band!

[@EarthsideBand]

Wicked!! Thank you, oh mighty Wizard of Bacon!

[@ListentoFairToMidlandNow]

Seeing this song played Live is something else

[@Megauploadforever]

Fantastic!!! Please second album!!!!

[@johnmaynard2830]

This is like running a marathon in drum terms. Great performance and video and inspiration for younger viewers just learning.

[@StefanoOrlando_s]

From 2:43 is soooooo beautifull and woowww... I'm trying to learn!!!!

[@SeekTheTruth205]

FLAWLESS!

[@omritavor7286]

Ben, I've seen some drummers in my life yet this is truly amazing and creative drumming. Not a single dull moment and so many little nuances I've missed while listening to the original recording. Kudos!

[@EarthsideBand]

+Omri Tavor Thank you so much! I try to shake things up a little in live/play-through settings-it keeps things interesting. It means a lot to hear from people who appreciate the creative aspect of my playing-that's what I care about most. Cheers!

[@ReefahCheef]

Was such a pleasure to watch you in Boston the other night, and meet you outside after the show! I probably thought you played meinls because this video is so well done!!! 😂 Thanks for the chat that night! Can't wait for next time!

[@thisaintmyrealname1]

Amazing drummer. Amazing band.

[@afqt80]

Not only great drumming, but amazing composition. This guy makes the drums fit so well in to the songs. Kind of what Gavin Harrison does with Porcupine Tree. Truly unique styles.

[@EarthsideBand]

He's one of my biggest influences ;) It's an honor to be spoken of in the same breath. Thank you!

[@martianshoes]

I was thinking Gavin as well. The fills and off time playing as well. Would you take a phone call from Steven Wilson?😉

[@bradylprice]

Fantastic drumming style! Finally a band that's new coming out that makes MUSIC! Cant wait for the album

[@damnedcat4518]

+brady price Try some Widek

[@cptlooney]

Still got to be one of my favorite Drum plays. I love coming back to this video and understanding each part of it and how amazing it is.

[@tatoartv]

This is ridiculously amazing

[@wisnu.andhika]

we need 2nd album pls. you guys awesome. pls make more music

[@benearthside]

It's coming!! November 17th, save the date.

[@drakonolus7922]

Ohh Man. This is a Master Pro Class of drumming. 👍👌

[@turnjunktofunk]

Earthside is a massive breath of fresh air in the metal genre. If I had to describe their music in one word, it would be CLEAN. Clean lyrics, clean tracks, clean mixes, clean performances. So in love with each mix on the album!

[@TCPUDPATM]

Beautiful!

[@sergiowremez]

Awesome.

[@chris_bern]

These cymbals sound sooo good

[@CarlosmanuelChavezayuso-gi5qy]

Great Talent drummer, Ben EARTHSIDE.🎸🎤🎹 Congrats 👏 👏👍👌👋

[@franciscojoseolivero3409]

this is awesome!, how can you only have 2.4k likes, you should have MUCH more

[@ethtt]

Incredible playing and drum parts.

[@joey911ism]

Man I used to just play grindcore and death metal etc. Just blast beat stuff until I discovered you guys and Cynic. Both you and Sean Reinert have literally changed the way I think about and even approach drums, thank you so much! P.S Your chops are out of the world man, keep it up!

[@EarthsideBand]

Wow, thank you Joey! It's an honor to be spoken of in the same breath as Mr. Reinert - fantastic and very creative player. Some guys that have really inspired me that I think you'd also enjoy in this vein are: Danny Carey (Tool), Gavin Harrison (Porcupine Tree), Steve Judd (Karnivool), Baard Kolstad (Leprous), and Stef Broks (Textures). Cheers and all the best! Ben

[@nancyrupp5893]

Just amazing !!!

[@TheMarkymarcio]

Simply brilliant!! cheers from Brazil Ben!!!

[@JarrodSavage]

After seeing this I went and got drums. U inspired me. This display of talent is perfection and cannot be faulted. Just amazing!

[@benearthside]

+Jarrod Prinsloo Dang man, I'm humbled. It really means a lot to hear things like this. Let me know how your journey into the drum world progresses and if I can help with anything ;)

[@johngregg6820]

A master of the craft.

[@easyas314]

Incredible, tasteful, perfect. Watching this makes me realizes how not-good I am.

[@shadow0780]

Musical Genius

[@Will057]

Ben is an incredible drummer.

[@germanugarte5288]

Great stuff dude, well done...quality drumming.....can't wait for second album...cheers, from Australia

[@Sephixas4]

HOLY FUCKING SHIT, Ben is fucking awesome, I loved so much the album but I didn't thought I could fall in love a second time seeing what incredible drumming is behind, GREAT!

[@kharnation]

Ben, do you have a patreon or offer online lessons? I have so many questions. You are the embodiment of where I want to be on the drums 🙏

[@rodramirez5208]

man, I love the odd time signatures. you guys are brilliant together and your chops are insane. hope to see and hear more from you guys.

[@leandro0rsantos]

wow! brutal and perfect! I had to hear it twice in a row

[@asafel]

masterpiece thanks for the music guys its amazing. love from Israel

[@antoniomota23]

This is top quality playing!

[@AllegroDigital]

Awesome job with the album, guys. I stumbled upon it randomly two days ago. Got one of my mates hooked on the album yesterday, and bought it on iTunes today. Whole album is really solid, and coming from someone who typically doesn't pay much attention to the drums... Ben did a fantastic job adding some special magic to the tracks. Looking forward to seeing what comes next from you.

[@jeffdurand2692]

Ben!!! That was incredible. I am not a drummer, but an older dude who appreciates the groove you show in your music. This playthrough was fun to watch both from a, "how did he do that?" sense, but also from a passion for your craft angle. You seamlessly blend the sound and style of two of my favorite drummers (Daniel Liljekvist formerly of Katatonia, and Gavin Harrison). I hope that sounds like a compliment because I certainly mean it so. I am so glad that I found you guys here at the end of 2015. I will be a paying customer, fan, and follower of your band for a hopefully long and successful career. Cheers!

[@EarthsideBand]

Hey Jeff! Sorry for the incredibly slow reply . . . It's awesome that you could pick out some Daniel Liljekvist and Gavin in my playing - Fear of a Blank Planet and Night Is The New Day were huge albums for me particularly as drummer. Compliment accepted :P Hope to be playing in front of you shortly!

[@lancematias5318]

I discovered your music just barely a week ago.. but your music is already changing the way I perceive and arrange our own. Your stuff are truly for the mind and soul

[@paulyphonica]

I envy you for just starting this journey! I listened to the album non-stop for a year, barely listened to anything else. It is a masterpiece. Happy listening!

[@EarthsideBand]

That's so cool to hear Iance! Cheers!

[@juliandeal93]

Wow, this was the first performance since years that inspired me to play drums again.

[@piermazzini2403]

great drummer!!!!

[@exyt451]

Seeing musicians play the songs really adds something to them ! I wish we had a playthrough for all the songs and all the instruments ^^ thanks for the ones you made (and the great album, can't wait for the new one :P)

[@richp4373]

Thanks!

[@king--kang.]

Breathtaking performance

[@petercorral19]

Rapidly becoming my favourite band, and that's given that I discovered you guys about 6 months ago, but listening back to the album again recently has made it even more enjoyable. Love your music and I'm looking forward to more!

[@martinius4041]

Escuché esta canción de casualidad y no puedo explicar el hecho de que estas personas toquen y compongan algo tan tan lleno y variados de sentimientos .... es increíble . La bateria de Ben tiene un sonido tan particular y lineal que la perfección debe reconocer. Ojala algún día vengan a Argentina ! Esta cancion es mi favorita en lo que va del 2019💜💜🎶🎶💪

[@r3d_rain488]

What a fucking legend.

[@TC-lk2ev]

Jeeeeesus. I just found that looking for aquarian drumhead demos and watched the whole thing. Awesome song and killer drumming.

[@sebastian-gman]

Sick!

[@kyleshays]

Love the power behind your drumming.

[@georgebanks4360]

That SNARE!!!

[@Himanshu-mb8nl]

You can scroll to any timestamp in this track and still be entranced

[@brenthartman502]

Just cant believe how good Ben is ... kudos mate :)

[@SockerConny80]

Would love to see you on tour with Karnivool. Might be an awesomeness overload but hey, i can take it! Also i'd love to hear Ben talk more about his approach to writing because it's rather evident hes not just playing, hes writing music.

[@Achimski]

This music is flowing inside and makes me feel strong and happy!

[@miguelangelperez6513]

these sounds. just incredible

[@Bracero25]

Earthside live was epic! Saw them in Detroit at The Token Lounge, coolest guys ever

[@aquadime333]

I've watched this so many times is insane. Almost as insane as your drumming skills. your groove timing is impeccable.

[@francisesojlv]

Gran composición! El álbum entero es una obra de arte.

[@king--kang.]

Love this band so muich

[@TheBadThad]

Such cleaver drumming Ben! EXCELLENT!

[@DaniDrumGe]

Lol, i just discovered this playthrough today... Awesome! Thank you for sharing

[@Borszczuk]

Love it. One day I will do my drum cover of this....

[@lucase3047]

Ben is awesome, great sound...

[@DiegoDelgadoDrums]

Amazing! Congratulations to all the band members!

[@sebastiansalazar4443]

Fantastic playthrough, very well and precisely executed @benShanbrom. Cheers from Ecuador

[@kego999]

WoooW! I have no words how amazing it is! This band, this unique music, this drum video! Woow! Keep it up guys! Can't wait your next songs!:)

[@dduem13]

Insanely clean. Excellent style. Love it.

[@ramsesbruyperez8499]

You deserve doing a playthrough in drumeo

[@king-manu2758]

At first I thought this was a random cover and I'm like damn this guy is fucking nailing it lol

[@brendenspady1574]

damn really sick stuff. really original I dig the grove.

[@h0pesfall]

found your album at amazon by accident... listened to the samples... and bought it. amazing album guys :)

[@interstellar115]

amazing drummer!!!

[@alexanderh.2854]

wow .... the sound of your set is perfect recorded and ofc played, masterpiece

[@l1nk987]

Love it dude! Those toms sound amazing :)

[@Miguvideos]

I'm in love with your band!!!! 7:21 sick left hand!

[@nibiru_1561]

Makes me want to buy mini timbales. Sick job Ben!

[@zfravio]

Holy shit! OO

[@SzekelyPerspective]

Excellent drumming!

[@1life2pono]

That is some BAD ASS Killer playing! I tip my hat to you sir!

[@waveemann8857]

Really dig your style and use of Aquarian heads haha. Kit sounds great.

[@AlexBouzoukas]

just amazing,deserves more views,and brilliant album 1 of the best for 15.

[@JANsEffectHouse]

Just awesome!!!!!