Drum Teacher Reacts: DAMIEN SCHMITT - Best Funky Drummer LIVE + Slow Motion FUNK-FEST!

[@DamienSchmittOfficialTVChannel]

thanks so much for featuring me in your channel !!! this is awesome !!

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

DAMIEN! This is great man. Hope you are well. Bringing the funk!

[@DamienSchmittOfficialTVChannel]

Next YT video out 1st of may I'll bring the trap !!😆🙏🏼 Thanks again

[@marcagins3492]

Damien is a MONSTER with great feel

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Yes Marc!

[@crushingbelial]

Magnificent playing. Just beautiful

[@daviddevilliers2828]

Damien, a French monster, saw him with jannik top, incredible

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Be great to see him live David

[@darrylbennett4297]

The fun this dude is having is infectious and he has chops for daaaaayyyysss

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Yup! 🥁🙌

[@andyslagle3606]

Listening to Damien makes you smile and your funk bone go! Great job man

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Yup! What a drummer PHEW!

[@willrockdesigns]

Wow insane chops and feel.

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Yes William!

[@ericdravenX00X]

Damien is amazing those cymbals are beautiful and sound superb.. Oh the snare is has fabulous pop.. Fantastic video!

[@Coowallsky]

Damien toured with Jean-Luc Ponty. That’s how I first saw him.

[@christofts857]

Never heard of him. Now searching everything he’s ever done. Wow. Pure pocket and feel and the invention is out of this world. Also, that room sound is incredible. New fan here, thanks Andrew 👌🏻

[@phildupuis1084]

It must be amazing to have the control and facility to play whatever comes into your head and the musical creativity to come up with these patterns. The result of both talent and hard work.

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Yes Phil. Must be amazing freedom and control over the instrument

[@jamiethelegend08]

That was so freakin’ awesome! There is nothing better than seeing a drummer truly enjoy himself and bringing pure energy to their performance! His chops were absolute fire too 🔥🔥🔥 Great reaction as always Andrew 🤘

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Thanks Jamie. I love this!

[@dokujah233]

Damien Schmitt is quite popular in France, as he was the drummer of the 'Don't forget the lyrics" french version.

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Oh right on!

[@bettjeman123]

It’s gold you used JCVD in the thumbnail!! What a movie!

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

One of the best Craig!

[@susannebass5503]

This was so cool an unexpected pleasure 👍

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Loads of fun Susanne!

[@Space_Chief]

God that snare sound is just BIBLICAL.

[@RichardChildsPhotog]

I think the ride is a Meinl Byzance 21 inch Transition Ride, a lovely thing.

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Nice one Richard!

[@michaelb.42112]

Always a great time discovering new music here, Andrew !!!!

[@racebiketuner]

That was a pleasant surprise. Made my day. Thanks.

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

So good!

[@twelvelookslike]

I never heard of him also. Pretty crazy to not ever hear about someone who plays up there like the best. Im wanting to watch more!

[@jage71]

I don't think I've ever heard of him either. That was fun. Reminded me of when my hands and feet get lost trying a fill but my head still has the beat. Only difference is I'm bullshitting it. He's doing it on purpose. Thanks for sharing.

[@therealcyberius]

absolutely fantastic stuff. What a joy to watch!

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Couldn't agree more! I love this

[@brianyates7255]

Oh yeah from New England...Ok we have the stink face for metal and now Andrew went and invented the funk face..lol...This kind of funk will certainly put a smile on a person's face if they're having a bad day...Once again you bring us (me) a new killer drummer...I heard him sneak in that BONAM triple stroke on the kick drum...Top notch stuff..Peace from the Northeast...

[@La_sagne]

is that the guy who had the old video with the geordie laforge style visor?

[@finessemuse2123]

Hey Andy!! I am away on a vacation trip, but just saw your reaction now while on the road!! Glad you liked it!!! It's all about the feel and mood, getting into the groove. Gettin' FUNKY!! Damien is from France and cool you subbed to his channel. He can play pretty much anything. He plays jazz fusion with the Jean Loc Ponty Band in France, as well as with many other artists. He also plays funk, hip hop and some metal drumming will influence his chops. He is a very musical drummer, has great ear and feel. That's where it's at for me. Glad I could introduce you to a new drummer! 🥁🥁🥁🎵👍🔥

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

This was great! I knew you would kill it with a deep cut request :)

[@finessemuse2123]

@@AndrewRooneyDrums So glad you dug it! And your subbing his channel is going to be a treat for you to listen to his chops and musicality....check out this link of a tune he composed and plays masterfully called "Africa," from 2020: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qovLaXqgjd-JetU I would fetch a guess after seeing this, you will want to highlight him again on your channel at some point in the future, a joy to watch and listen to. :)

[@DamienSchmittOfficialTVChannel]

Thanks so much 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@DamienSchmittOfficialTVChannel]

@@finessemuse2123 don't know how to thanks you bro!!

[@finessemuse2123]

@@DamienSchmittOfficialTVChannel Hey cool!! You saw this reaction request I made with Andy!! Love it!!! Keep posting great stuff on your channel, get the word out more!! Glad I could help bring your sound to a new group of drum fans! 🥁🔥👍

[@jonathandemeris]

Oh boy Damien is truly one of the great forgotten, and this vid' is like a multipass to his universe Great reaction, I'd love to see you react to more or his insanity 😄 keep it up good sir 🙏

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Thanks for watching Jonathan!

[@jules.b.h]

or this one !! Kevin Boutot of The Acacia Strain - Nightman DRUM CAM :)

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Thanks Julien. I'll do my best

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

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[@Tunczyk182]

You should check out Dave Dicenso with Two Ton Shoe live performance.This is the funkiest drumming ever!

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Thank you! A few picks for Dave DiCenso lately!

[@La_sagne]

oh that live video with two ton shoe is a goldmine to react to

[@springy-2112]

I couldn't play it at the slow no speed ! Really good performer, another new one to me too 👍🏻☮❤peace and love brother 😎

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

True. I was lying. I couldn't play it slow either... LOL

[@marcellinrioux8963]

Damien has been playing with Jean Luc Pointy! Great band!!! Check that out......

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

👀

[@rodrigofernandes5694]

Hi Andrew, check Eleni Nota , the drummer from the Def metal band "Nervosa" the music call " Venomous".

[@basolfjeld]

If this was your first glimpse of Damien, you have some fun exploring ahead! ^^

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

It was Bjørn!

[@jules.b.h]

check out this video !! Kevin Boutot of The Acacia Strain - The Impaler DRUM CAM

[@enemyofmyenemy6713]

Check out " Roy Mayorga" Was the Drummer for SOULFLY on 3 records, multi tours & current Stone Sour drummer ( Corey Taylor singer of Slipknot) other band Roy is a killer drummer & hell of a great guy has some good footage

[@vidopnir]

Post a link to your favorite Damien Schmitt video HERE 👇

[@vidopnir]

Tribute to Michael Jackson: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6rdeJiimsmcqZI

[@robote7679]

This is a link to the first posting of Damien doing this song back in 2011. It is still my favorite even after todays killer cut. Back when I first saw this my jaw dropped "Who is this kid and how can anybody be this funky?" Hope you enjoy this as much as I have over the years. ENJOY! "Best Funky Drummer"-Damien Schmitt-2011 kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqrCqpJofrOMndE

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Great idea

[@danneu8]

Damien is a super underrated drummer.

[@mhlevy]

Just recently subscribed! I don't know how familiar you are with King Crimson, but they've had some very interesting drummers over the years, including Michael Giles and Bill Bruford. I really loved the "double-trio" version of KC, which had BB & Pat Mastelotto, and their album "Thrak" is a masterpiece. The current incarnation of KC has 3 drummers playing together. Pat Mastelotto, Jeremy Stacey and Gavin Harrison, along with Bill Rieflin, playing keyboards! There's a great video of the song "Indiscipline live in Mexico City" from their official website. Seeing 3 drummers playing at once is really something.

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

I did a vid of the 3 king crimson drummers and it got blocked. Available to the patrons

[@pputnam100]

Thanks for the fun videos. Do you think I'm crazy for seeing a real comparison with Buddy Rich in terms of otherworldly technique matched with wild showmanship only with more humor? This guy is on another level

[@KyuzouTV]

i've suggested it before but check out his vic firth performance spotlight "let's go crazy"

[@marlenepettiford3731]

Very funked! Great presence

[@billwhitman4125]

I always thought the best music to showcase your talent was funk. It's an everything goes , no rules genre. You can spend a week inside that pocket.

[@mu3h]

Andrew, please react to All Shall Perish - never again. Those drum are sick.

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

I'll do my best!

[@mu3h]

@@AndrewRooneyDrums Thanks!

[@phillipmckeownakalucifer.6689]

Great jam tune to fik around with... freestyle

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Great Phillip!

[@robote7679]

My first introduction to Damien Schmitt was about 10 years ago with him playing this his-I believe-signature song. I really enjoyed what I saw today but have to say that the original from 2011 still has a certain innocence and fun factor that I miss here. Damien has always struck me a total character and I think to witness that fully you owe it to yourself to view his first video of this song back from 2011. Even if you don't react to it I know you'll enjoy it. I feel the drumming is a tad cleaner and "simpler" which projects the funkiness of the number beautifully. Please watch and enjoy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqrCqpJofrOMndE

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Thank you!

[@michaelallen2501]

I was watching your backlog of videos this morning and while jamming out to some Leprous with Baard it reminded me a little bit of a band not around anymore. Last I checked there's no high quality footage of the song being played, but I'd love to hear your reaction about the song "Mothra" by Atomship. Even just a reply, doesn't have to be a video about it. I wonder why this band didn't have more staying power?! I thought they were musically gifted and it was produced well. I think around that era the most popular bands were the catchiest, not necessarily the most talented.

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Thanks Michael! And I hope you find some good stuff in the reaction playlist!

[@kindred5765]

Do yourself a favor and check out his other stuff....you won't be disappointed. Bruno Valverde as well.

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Can't wait :)

[@Souvenirs-band]

That syncopation book though

[@longcastle4863]

Great reaction. Hope some day you check out Greyson Nekrutman recent Drumeo performance of Caravan.

[@WishForTheNight]

Well Andrew, i think to continue with great drum intro's and to have more female on this channel, plus young drummers i think Junna - Painkiller from Judas Priest would be a good suggestion.

[@XViTNg]

How do you like the sound of his snare? I donno why. Maybe I'm stuck in 2002. But I love high tuned drums with that CRACK and deafness on rim shots. But for thus style of music - I actually don't mind the snare being so.dense sounding and low. But I still think that a Snare like Larnell used with snarky puppy would sound better haha. Also - that bass drum looks so long. I would habe thought it would.have s bigger sound like the bass drum in "when the levee bresks" haha. Sounds good tho either way. An I love his hat and ride sounds. Such a funky drum tons.

[@Kapaklia]

🍻

[@jangles1839]

Magnificent - M A G N I F I C E N T! 😁🤣🤦🏻‍♂️

[@jangles1839]

You know I'm only aggravating you Andrew, right?

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

🤣🤦🏼

[@RageToOverCome]

Please do Chris Kontos of Machine Head performing "Rage to Overcome " 2020 live drum cam.

[@_s9vage_758]

that was actually cool and catchy) and I have one request for you. I'm big Slipknot fan and I'll be very grateful if you check Jay Weinberg - The Chapeltown Rag) this is their latest song. it would be cool if you check the drum cam of this song) have a nice day!

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Good call. I've been meaning to get to that!

[@SpeedOfThought1111]

interesting, yeah i've also never heard of this guy. googled him and he doesn't even have a wikipedia and his music credits i don't recognize any of the bands

[@Artur_F]

First Fragment... Please check them.

[@budiwidaya1119]

Please react to : *AVENGED SEVENFOLD - SAVE ME Drum Cover by Bunga Bangsa* *Liquid Tension Experiment - Hypersonic Drum Cover by Bunga Bangsa* (girl From Indonesia, 15 y.o)

[@is_what_it_is]

sorry, I heard nothing special here as it was more the music that was funky, the drums were nothing we haven't heard before, but take no offense, that's just my 2 cents.

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Fair enough :)

[@53motormouth]

you talk too much during the videos please stop!

[@danielelise7348]

Damien is quite literally a danger to any drum kit, he's just not normal, he's classically trained,from France,his Father Daniel is a composer at the French conservatory of music.