Dan Presland (Vipassi) Phainesthai studio take

Here's the first single off the new Vipassi record 'Lightless'. For me this is the best thing Ive ever done musically, and it was a real pleasure to be apart of this album. I did almost all the tracks off this album in one take and no quantizing. All drums recorded at my studio, Bushido Studios, with album mixed and mastered by Mark Lewis and drums engineered by Troy Mccosker
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Drums:
Pearl Masters Maple Gum
8, 10, 12" rack toms
14, 16" floor toms
22x16" kick drums
Tama 1982 Bell Brass 14x6.5 snare
Cymbals:
14" K Mastersound hi hats
13" K Custom special dry hi hats
17, 18" K custom medium thin crashes
17, 19" K custom hybrid chinas
18" K sweet crash
16" FX stack
10" Trashformer splash
6.5" Zilbell
10" Soundlab prototype hats
20, 22" K custom medium rides
Skins:
Remo Emperor clear on toms
Remo Ambassador clear on tom bottom
Remo Emperor coated snare
Remo Powerstroke 3 clear on kick drums
Vic Firth Rock nylon sticks
Footblaster triggers
Czarcie Kopyto pedals
Tunerfish lug locks

[@monsieurbreakdown4814]

Was pretty sad you left NeO at first, but this song is a triumph i only knew Vipassi by name but i'll clearly dig it more.

[@suburbynwise]

My reaction exactly. Can't wait for the rest of this album.

[@suburbynwise]

You never fail to amaze me with your originality and creativity. Thank you for making this.

[@DanPresland]

🙏

[@blacktaxi2d]

My god, you guys just keep getting better. Super hype for the full album. I’m a mid 30s dude and I have to say this song might be the best instrumental metal track I’ve ever heard. Been listening nonstop since the release and I keep finding new exciting parts. Thank you so much for the music you create and the work you do 🤘

[@DanPresland]

that’s crazy. thanks for the kind words

[@OzySpitfire]

amazing

[@giacomoflorini3312]

WTF-ING GOD IS DAN PRESLAND! Thanks again for your music dude. 10/10 drumming, taste, right level of complexity, music focused. perfection.

[@DanPresland]

Wow, thanks!

[@Ed_13_R]

Dan always kills it! One of the best songs this year. 💯

[@sebastiankock2405]

You are in tip top form man

[@The_KlaVra]

Jesus christ, I was sad to see you go from NeO and Ive been liking Black Lava but when you go really OUT THERE, thats my favorite spot, your brain isnt wired like the rest and this is another big show of that.

[@DanPresland]

very kind of you, glad you enjoy

[@The_KlaVra]

@@DanPresland you and Aric Improta are pushing drumming so far and it's sick to be alive in the same timeline, can't wait for the album

[@SimonSkrlec]

So so so good!

[@motopolak]

That unique Presland flair is still here… Absolutely love the blasting on the aux. snare throughout the song my man! Awesome drum writing on a beautifully composed foundation… Stoked for this new stuff!!!

[@DanPresland]

thank you! i loved throwing in the second snare on this record

[@kijkedwin]

Awesome performance! Pre ordered the album on Bandcamp. Thank you big guy!

[@DanPresland]

hell yea thank you!

[@shane_058]

What a journey. This song is fantastically written, composed, and performed! My hats off to you Dan for what i think is yet another great example of how metal is constantly changing and evolving to create masterpieces like this. Cant wait for the full album!!

[@DanPresland]

thanks for your kind words and thanks for listening!

[@JC-jv3qq]

Can’t wait for the album. Awesome drumming 🎉

[@DanPresland]

thanks a lot!

[@eurosnuke1678]

theres no words to describe how much im waiting for the new album, this song is so cool ive been listening to this and the first vipassi album everyday for past week! arran is such a great addition to the band

[@DanPresland]

hectic mate haha thanks! rest of the album is wild

[@eurosnuke1678]

@@DanPresland i believe you ;0 i really cant wait :o if vipassi ever does live shows/tour id pay anything for front row♡ merry christmas \oo/

[@fmgvcc5348]

Redhead, jazzy/fusion knowledge and an incredibile taste in extreme drumming...Maaaaaaan! You're the reincarnation of Sean Reinert...or his metempsychosis if you want, since that this project seems very Oriental/indian-inspired.

[@marcuscustodio9338]

awsome like always

[@nickwalkerbass7322]

Killer playing. Snare sounds phenomenal dude....

[@DanPresland]

thanks a lot!

[@eekenulv]

amazing!

[@drummarkunchallenge]

I've been waiting for the full video on KZbin! The exquisite balance between stillness and movement and tight and accurate drumming are always wonderful and educational! Thank you 🙏😆☀️

[@DanPresland]

thanks for your kind words

[@gabrielthibaud3361]

Solid drum part and musicaly pleasant.

[@KRIMHDrummer]

What a song and so much crazy drum work. That’s something else Dan 🤟🏻

[@DanPresland]

thx a lot man!

[@ThomasCremier]

Man ! That’s incredible ! Your drumming ideas are always SO awesome, and the precision and emotion you give to your music are always inspiring ! Can’t wait for the album ♥️ Cheers from France !

[@DanPresland]

Thanks a ton!

[@AlexiefDelbes]

Sean reinart vibe ,great playing

[@raiancorrea9928]

Incredible. Great to see you back on KZbin

[@tolkstein]

I keep unliking it just so I can like it again. Wonderful music. Thank you!

[@DanPresland]

thanks for listening! appreciate it

[@Rukazor]

Every time a new video of yours comes out, I am still blown away at the creativity and technique that just grows and grows. Love your work, cheers from Canada!

[@danielgarciaairwavefotogra1174]

Bruutaaal!! Cheers from Guatemala

[@MaxLutsenko]

Awesome! 🔥🔥🔥

[@DanPresland]

Thanks 🔥

[@Sebastian_Lanser]

Killer Dan 🔥🔥🔥

[@DanPresland]

thx bro 🙏

[@komradenikolai]

Incredible Drumming as always Brother! Keep up the fantastic work in all your projects!

[@liamlevan]

As much as i like your playing i also like the general sound of this drum kit you got there

[@Erix77]

Super clean👊🏻

[@DanPresland]

Appreciate it

[@lastditch727]

Precision and power personified.

[@VermillionGates]

Brilliant drum-writing, really shines in Vipassi. Looking forward to the record!

[@DanPresland]

thanks heaps

[@chrismacandrew9692]

I'd say I'm impressed, but I can't say anything 'cause my jaw's still on the floor! Incredible song! Insta buy on the new album!!

[@godmachine12]

3:10 to 3:58 is just wow, wow, wow. Brilliant stuff here.

[@Antorar]

such a cool song, the atmosphere is great. first drum video i saw was as plague flowers the kaleidoscope back in the day, and it's so cool to see, that now everything about the drumming sounds tighter, way more refined, more creative... and at the same time, it's still hits the same unique spot for me. Feels like a lot of steps closer twoards the unachivable goal of the perfect personal sound have been made over the years!

[@DanPresland]

thanks a lot for the kind words and for listening! glad you enjoy

[@ianwest6679]

Now this is drumming. Beautiful.

[@emergentform1188]

Wow. Brilliant beast. We are not worthy.

[@HaqalDama]

That lil blast section on the alt snare is so dope

[@Mp57navy]

Many Progessive, Much Metal, Very Wow! Joke aside, awesome performance.

[@adrd208]

Dan has amazing control skills!!!!! Tasteful drumming!

[@uglypineapple03]

This is so beautiful. All i have to say.

[@ShinigamiRon]

First time hearing this song, loved it 🔥. Also amazing drumming performance as usual, been a fan since your NeO days. Every drum playthrough you post is always a banger song keep it up Dan ! 🔥🔥🔥

[@marcoghiotti7153]

as always, great taste, clean strokes, perfect execution.

[@Quasar126]

added a few cymbals and snares lol. your kit has always been gorgeous dan! thanks for uploading again!

[@DanPresland]

Glad you like them!

[@Quasar126]

@@DanPresland you've honestly been my inspiration almost day one of drumming, keep doing god's work :)

[@uyaninca]

insane as always....aussie drummers are on another level ;)

[@NuuweiLol]

oh yes 2 snare drums cant wait for the album to come out

[@ItsNotDurbo]

Your drum kits always look so awesome, love your work as always, you’re the man 🤘

[@DanPresland]

Thanks a ton!

[@dignflykites]

Awesome playing and writing. Inspiring.

[@lukasalak4162]

My man is alive! Great drumming as always, keep on going bro

[@brian_simmons_]

Preloading that left pedal before going back to the 16ths is cool. Time to practice that!

[@BlueMax109]

Absolute perfection

[@sy_2002]

phenomenal work as always dan 🤘

[@MetalDrummer_666]

Wow, Dan, you are a master! You have incredible talent and you are so musical with your kit and drum parts. Loving the rudiments mixed into your power and astonishing foot speed. I will be checking out your new release. 🤘

[@DanPresland]

thanks that’s very kind of you 🙏

[@MetalDrummer_666]

@@DanPresland purely credit where it is due, Sir.

[@rosa_roy]

amazing 🤘❤️‍🔥🎧

[@jamesmcdonald2680]

I've got the first LP and am looking forward to the new one.

[@austinvicars]

Insane 🥁

[@Josh_E]

Sick!

[@jameskirkbydrums]

sounds amazing man!!

[@chickensandwich69x]

sick

[@ElijahMendiola]

those single kicks free up your hi hats and it makes the song very cool. when recording these crazy difficult songs . in studio are they one take or several takes combined ? i do some garage recording and am wondering if this is the case. it seems impossible to nail song in one take but ill b damned if you cant

[@DanPresland]

it’s not crazy difficult if you put the work in. this was one take, but we probably tracked the song 5-6 times and picked the best one

[@Aretumis]

That's a 82 BB snare? Sounds great

[@DanPresland]

yessir

[@VanDerLaars]

I like instrumentals BUT if you had one singer Vipassi would reache unimaginable heights.

[@magneticbuttockputty]

Incredible! What is the sticking for the fill at 1:02? I’ve heard/seen that many times throughout the years and haven’t figured it out yet.

[@dyyznataz2847]

Looks like a 6 stroke roll: RllrrL RllrrL

[@DanPresland]

6 stroke roll basically

[@Rise_Above_Productions]

what kind of mics are you using?

[@davidadams830]

did you film anything for the new ne ob album or no?

[@DanPresland]

doing videos for them soon

[@CapellaOnDrums]

[@brucemcbain3150]

Regrettably I can barely hear the drums. The snare of course, some of the crashes but the bass drums seem buried in the wash of guitars, and the toms were scarcely audible. Entirely my experience but I would love to hear the drums more to the front of the mix. Thank you.

[@DanPresland]

please send your hate mail to Mark Lewis

[@VanDerLaars]

And the more I watch your videos the more I think I'm actually a Dan fan and not Ne Obliviscaris. I still listen to them but since your departure I sort of lost the interest.