The Impossible Drumming of Avenged Sevenfold

[@DrumBeatsOnline]

Level up your drumming in 7 days with a simple growth plan 👉 bit.ly/impossiblea7x

[@dukedelacroix5045]

Booooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo! Stop trying to make money off the dead mate.

[@zzipperer]

I prevail is trash

[@kilo2330]

I support this

[@bsull9]

The way this man is the full time drummer of I Prevail, a drum teacher, and still makes in depth, high quality videos on here is absolutely incredible. I don't know how he does it but keep doing what youre doing cuz it is amazing!

[@BxingOT.M]

He has the time and the resources to do it now 😂

[@DrumBeatsOnline]

I appreciate the kind words my friend!

[@Pulseoftheplanet5]

@@DrumBeatsOnlinecan you shoutout our channel

[@chuckson4ftw]

There are at least 3 Gabes😂

[@bsull9]

@@DrumBeatsOnline My absolute pleasure! you're one of my favorite drummers and seeing you Live in Boston earlier this summer was surreal. Thank you for taking the time to respond! major props.

[@ShiprockedDave]

Man the Rev is something special....RIP. The first time I heard Bat Country in 2005, I was in awe.

[@UsernameTheStranger1013]

FOR REAL THO

[@wPatrickSG]

bat country is the reason i bought a drum set haha the whole city of evil album is incredible

[@ShiprockedDave]

@@wPatrickSG 💯

[@sebg2086]

was he really? he was replace by a guy that play punk rock....

[@triplej8666]

@@sebg2086 dude brooks wackerman is technically one of the best drummers in modern metal/rock, doesn't matter if he was playing pop or punk or jazz gigs before. His brother literally drummed for Zappa and his dad was a drum teacher, the guy is from a family of drummers. He was one of The Rev's main inspirations as a drummer. He's still a technical asf drummer, better than the rev purely talking technique

[@stuiedaman]

I think the Rev was naturally way more talented than many other drummers....and he *also* had more dedication than other drummers

[@kouham420]

I get it it's your opinion but there are more drummers like Rev who are as dedicated and talented as he is. Brooks, Eloy or any other working professional drummers that you know today have been doing the same thing that Rev did. They were probably in a different situation and place but the dedication and hard work from practicing and creative brainstorming is mutual to them and also to other drummers that you probably haven't heard of yet.

[@GreggOliverBass]

i think the more dedicated and creative you are and the more you practice, the more "talented" you get.

[@stuiedaman]

@@kouham420 of course!

[@yondaimesin]

where you start doesnt necessarily make it obvious where you are going to land. thats the working at it part.

[@astathegoat8650]

So true

[@bythesea207]

The Rev was unlike anyone drummer i've ever seen. Also doesn't get enough credit for how incredible he was as a songwriter.

[@travistreadway3180]

I have friends that are elitists about metal and our drummers themselves, but they still say he was one of the craziest ones to do it. His style will never be replicated hearing that from Cannibal Corpse elitists made me happy because they understood how much work was put in to his skill, my other friend, who is also a drummer has a theory that heart related problems happen more often to drummers due to their high usage of their bodies on continuous amounts of time which hearing about Jimmy consistently practicing nonstop, kind of makes sense to why he was the way he was and how he sadly passed

[@Beogorn]

And singer!

[@Thanos-rapper]

That's why my son been studying everything he and Joey did. 1 year with a drumset and there's no Slipknot or Avenged song he can't play. He's so bored he's going through them now making them heavier, faster and harder. But I always tell him, it has to be composed for the song intention.

[@restpack]

zzz

[@burningbelow4424]

He didn't get credit because he and the band are pretty mid. So many better band and so many better drummers

[@LoadedGunsMusic]

His work on City of Evil is just masterful. There will never be another like him.

[@johnnydgreydavis1899]

100%

[@JacobC479]

Not to mention the self titled album. Some of my favorite songs of theirs were written by him.

[@kylesanborn8161]

I’m a symphony musician in a major orchestra in the US, and this video is applicable to literally every form of music and every instrument. Great work

[@AlexisMaria]

Yes!!!!!

[@PoliAstroN]

The Rev was one of a kind, truly. There is no one like him, and I doubt there ever will be

[@JordanSmith-hc4uc]

Absolutely, as a drummer myself, I think he was a one of a kind. There are better technical drummers, and faster drummers today, but he had a creative style that gave him a sound I don't think will ever be topped. He also looked great playing, the energy he gave off and the flashy way that he played.

[@restpack]

zzz lold

[@Biharee_gamer]

I am a novice drummer, I discovered you from a Kick streamer that was watching your vids and I haven't looked back since. Im a fan of Avenged Sevenfold as well, do you think a tour with them is ever going to be on the cards?

[@HockeyMan666]

who was the streamer?? i watch kick too from time to time.. i watch xqc tho lol

[@NguyễnTấtCát]

Give up kid cuz ur never going pro its too hard

[@VănHiểnTuần]

Listen if ur a rookie im telling you now Take care of your wrist.. PLEASE

[@LanĐanBrack]

welcome to the gang

[@VănGấmNữ]

who do u watch on kick?

[@bunchofbullsh7612]

Im glad you dropped this video. I've been learning a lot of Avenge songs lately. RIP Jimmy the Rev

[@TheSharker]

Hi Gabe! I honestly hope you guys go on tour with Avenged Sevenfold one day. Maybe on the rest of their world tour if they continue?

[@a_tall_carrot]

I’ve been hoping this for a couple years. It would be soooooo good

[@J_THOR]

They played before them at sonic temple. Massive avenged fan here and wanted barricade so I was pretty bummed I had to watch Gabe play on a screen (they played on a different stage). Def have to hit up an I prevail show soon

[@axgoth]

These video tips are not only useful for drummers or musicians, but also for artists and anyone involved in creative production overall. As a writer, editor, and content creator myself, I’ve learned a lot about unlocking creativity and inspiration, mastering disciplines, and the importance of being patient and persistent in your efforts until you achieve mastery. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for providing guidance during a time when I felt lost in my career path.

[@jumpingjacks5558]

The Wackerman brothers are all top notch drummers. They had the best teacher and Chad who is the oldest first went on to play with Frank Zappa when he was only 18 y/o It's great to hear they are doing all so well.

[@benouzgane1929]

The Rev And Brooks are just incredible to the point they're near even in skill.

[@zezimashelpr]

Not to mention Chad's drum sections for Allen Holdsworth were top notch. He has a great solo in The Un-Merry Go Round on Metal Fatigue that's pretty insane.

[@Chrobar]

Avenged Sevenfold and their "Sounding the Seventh Trumpet" was such a seminal album for me growing up. Love this analysis video and DBO Academy has completely changed my life this year!

[@Jovisstfan]

I am not an A7X listener, but my friend is. We haven't spoken in 10 years now, we slid apart. He was a big fan of the Rev, and mourned his death. I never really got into the band, but now I understand my friend. Thank you for taking the time to explain all this and putting my friends' and the Revs' passion into perspective.

[@Matthew-Drums]

"Start off with a basic groove." 8:55 plays the most complex groove known to man

[@Jawmsie]

Okay, the spinning overhead cam on that double kick exercise segment was fully sick. Gorgeous work.

[@youngtevanced8818]

The amount of diligence the Rev have, RIP one of the best metal drummer of all time.

[@guilhermemb9213]

His songs had such energy, and backing vocals, and drumming style

[@grannen2258]

I was actually watching this while on the toilet 😂

[@Kyuubipain]

You too? 😂

[@bransonparker9202]

Same bru

[@juelgrace]

Same 😂

[@rayciannello2268]

Drummers never leave the throne

[@ProjectOZ]

Checking in from my toilet

[@yarmayalungharwo5009]

Jimmy's drumming is not just a drum. It is amazing in so many ways. The history behind every recordings is a mixture of sadness and hope. Rip the REV Sullivan 😴

[@yusufsahin4398]

I love your content Gabe, it's so creative, instructive and funny at the same time, especially POV videos. Keep it up please! You are the best content creator among the drummers.

[@ilikepotato977]

Dude, you are my drumming hero. I love you, and the fact that you can make these types of videos, while also doing crazy other things, like making waffles on tour.

[@5hinydrums]

I remember when I was getting more serious about drumming around the time A7X was becoming more mainstream. I remember being around 15 and listening everything A7X that I could get my hands on. I was listening to Waking The Fallen, Seventh Trumpet, City of Evil and trying to mimic everything I could hear (I couldn't read the music at the time) and I couldn't do it. Hearing the Rev do his thing was something special and taken away from us way too early.

[@qwwupp4763]

I think the true reason avenged sevenfold has been and will probably always be my favourite band/artist of all is because each member of the band has their own highly complex and unique way of performing. The more i learn of each member and their instrument/vocal technique, the more i can go back to each song/album and pick out very specific moments of a song that i haven’t really picked up on before. It just never gets boring. They are truly the only artist i dont get sick of.

[@simonchouinard3379]

Hey Gabe, i followed your advice bto get gigs and now have a few gigs. They asked me song i would like to cover before writing our own stuff, so i recommended i prevail. Hopefully i can make more die hard fans of i preval this way. Thanks for that

[@TheSirse]

The Rev. remains one of my greatest inspirations. He was simply incredible.

[@dakdrums1]

love the video, always glad to see this band and drummer being talked about. I honestly think some of the reasons people think he played the way he did and his commitment and tenacity towards drumming seemed thought out and driven towards being the best, but the Rev seemed almost animalistic about it, like it was his nature, he wasn't drumming to be the best or most popular, but it's because he was doing what he genuinely loved. Also knowing that he was born with an enlarged heart that most likely wouldn't let him live past 30 was probably what drove him to the depths that he went. I cried when I found out he passed because he embodied doing what you love the most with your life, and I strive to be even an ounce of that, as both a drummer and person.

[@Prodigy70]

I played Need For Speed Prostreet and when "Almost Easy" came on during the races it was instant lock in. Now here I am learning about the drummer lol.

[@josefbauer355]

Hey, so i just recently discovered your channel and learned that you're the drummer of "I Prevail," a band i listen to frequently. I just wanted to tell you and everyone behind the scenes and the band that i love the music and keep up the good work.

[@rafaelgonzalez7230]

Th Rev will always be my GOAT 🐐 bro was a monster on the kit he’s the reason I want to drum 🥁

[@delix787]

It’s amazing that the REV is getting so much love from this channel!! I wish we had better quality footage of him drumming besides the professional camera work of LBC. 🤧 Him and Joey!

[@Pittsburghbad]

I wish Rev was still here man he was awesome

[@StickyWheelsRc]

😮 i was on the toilet 1:08

[@zackrelentless1641]

🤣same

[@Ninjamoose-md1hi]

me too

[@zeropointnineninenine4951]

Me too ffs 😂 this guy spooked me so bad he kinda helped out

[@dfgh212]

Same lmao

[@richardburgos4230]

He's talking to me 😮

[@Beogorn]

Great drummer, incredible songwriter AND amazing SINGER. The Chorus on Critical Acclaim are sung by The Rev, plus another very cool parts in other songs.

[@GameDevMadeEasy]

That overnight success point you made is relevant for so much more than drumming or music and hits home for me. I practiced and studied programming 7 days a week for 7 years straight before landing my first professional software engineering position. I didn't apply to any companies during the first 5 years of practice and study time because I thought I wasn't good enough. I also didn't learn more than 1 programming language until after that 7 years was up because I wanted to make sure I was proficient with one programming language before moving to others. The practicing the boring basics also hit home for me because I was doing the same thing with programming, creating that muscle memory and fully understanding what those basics did, why they work the way they did and how they work under the hood. Fantastic video and thank you for putting the advice out there for others to learn from and maybe even apply them to different things.

[@Inv1ns1bl]

The Rev is one of the greatest! Pure inspiration. Another drummer I love is Kevin Kaine from Knocked Loose, just his work on Suffocate is incredible.

[@grayantihero6059]

Bruh really? Lol

[@nicholasharper1967]

Brooks has so much steeze when he plays. It's unreal. Super loose and groovy with mad style.

[@AUGOM0919]

The Rev was always and forever be my favorite drummer of all..

[@warbraid]

a lot of the advice you're giving applies to a wide breadth of hobbies and occupations and other activities. very inspirational, just gotta keep working at it

[@VeryDeadZone]

Never got to see the rev perform. I went to the rockstar uproar event in 2010, mike portnoy was there in his place. Mike is an absolutely incredible drummer in his own right. Both legends rip.

[@ronmckee9019]

That's insane doing an entire album in 1 take. As a Producer, Studio Engineer I understand exactly what that would take if true. That's a Ton, a $h!t Ton of Practice to nail it. And certainly I'm sure some of it had to be edited after, but so what. Often when I've recorded great Drummers who were very prepared, they still usually play several takes and we still then usually need at least some minimal edits.

[@ronmckee9019]

Also every overnight success has 100% broke their back & struggled usually for 1 - 2 decades before hitting the easy road, that still is far from easy.

[@ggbinogaming3768]

I had the honor of seeing the Rev live. It was my first EVER concert, A7X headlined with Papa Roach and BuckCherry in 2007/08… it was such an incredible show! RIP ❤

[@MrCheekyrust]

Rule #6 dynamics! It’s not just mixing influences, it’s about using the entire kit while also sounding like you aren’t over playing.

[@MrCheekyrust]

Especially closed hi hats

[@MrCheekyrust]

Oh damn I commented too early 😅😅😅😅😅

[@AndyNocturne]

I absolutely love the way that you explained that last point. I constantly argue with drummers and musicians that talent is nothing more than an excellent excuse, successful drummers are so good because they're just "talented" and you're not, they're so much better because they actually put in that hard work. They slaved away hours of their lives practicing very basic, simple, and boring rudiments so that they could boost themselves to an upper echelon of skill, even when everyone was telling them that it was a waste of time, even if they ever started believing that it might be a waste of time. They never gave up and they never stopped working hard on their craft. But people say it's talent, I feel like that's an insult to their dedication. Here, you use the word "luck", and I could not agree more, it's the same idea. Because to say "Oh, The Rev was just so talented, I could never do what he did", you're blaming his success on an idea that he just won some genetic lottery and got luckier than you. But to admire his passion and dedication is to understand all of the hard work that came with it.

[@rustyfox5261]

The Rev was one of the greatest drummers to ever live. His death left a void in allot of ppls lives and none more then his band mates. Their tribute album was absolutely beautiful and heart wrenching.

[@devon-aire]

You forgot to mention Bad Religion. Korn. Tenacious D. Brooks can play any style and he’s the only acceptable “replacement” for the Rev. I put that in quotes because the band has never replaced the Rev. Brooks is an extremely talented session musician. Great video.

[@SquirrelNuggets]

The Rev was one of the main reasons I got into drumming as a kid. Dude was insanely talented and creative 👌

[@luipars]

Loved this video! I'm an amateur drummer and huge a7x fan (it's been my favorite band for 15 years by now)! Since you've covered The Rev and A7X, why not do next one of their greatest influences/inspirations? "The Impossible Drumming of Mike Portnoy/Dream Theater"!

[@rizkisupertramp]

A little piece of heaven is Masterpiece Song from A7X

[@eduardopassos9587]

Please do a video on Dragonforce's drummer!

[@fishbrehth]

holy mother of all that is glory. i always loved avenged sevenfold for the drumming. the Rev was iconic to me as a kid and i didn’t know the bands name as my mom didn’t let me listen to them so i would have to sneak their cds at my friend’s house. drums was the first instrument i learned when i wanted to start playing music, and by then i had wanted to learn to play afterlife on the drums because the fills are so satisfying. shortly thereafter i realized i would have to play a lot more drums to get there. then i learned about the story of this drummer and i was always awestruck. keep in mind my friend group and a lot of people i was around would have probably thought A7X was cringe, i don’t have a better word. but i fucking loved the Rev’s work. i never even fucking knew he recorded an entire fucking album in one fucking take. i don’t know why i didn’t look further into the band or into the music parts themselves. but im so happy to know that there’s yet another reason to sing the praises of the Rev’s drumming. god tier barely scratches the surface. Edit: and yeah i didn’t say RIP because i don’t respect the artist because they died. the Rev is still alive and commands respect via the music.

[@RPSchonherr]

I'm 66 and just started (sort of) playing drums. I eat these videos up. Wish we had them when I was a kid.

[@THELAZYDRUMMMER117]

How did he know that I'm watching this on the toilet 😂😂

[@Aaron537_UNIQUESTRING]

Cause you left your camera on

[@dirtworks7511]

This vid is great. The best musicisans are the biggest personalities mixed with the most dedication for their skill and songwriting premise. Some have it some dont. All of these bands that we cut their teeth through live shows and a hard life doing it from nowhere. There are tens of thousands of musicians that will never be known and smoke all of the famous ones. Resiliance dedication and getting out there are how to get out there as a musician.

[@Zero-rh8ue]

Favourite drummer from favourite band ❤🔥 u're drummer will foREVer be missed...

[@rachmadsuhartono]

Not a drummer but still learned from this

[@theEdgeCrusher12]

I like the way Gabe talks about The Rev as if he's still with us.

[@clowtears1898]

I'm a 32 yo man that doesn't play any instrument, but who cares? I'll keep hitting the air while listening to A7X.

[@maxa8838]

One of greatest ever! Rip 🙏🏻 Saw just some list where was top100 alltime drummers and Rev's name wasnt there. That made list bs...

[@thureintun1687]

the last lesson is very valuable Thanks for sharing it with people

[@Jclarkis]

For the record, the album he recorded in one take is sound of the seventh trumpet their first album. Matt goes on to say they had no clue what they were doing and that’s why he recorded it in one take

[@Stavvy0]

I was in Band in school and we had one drummer that, lovingly, was a freak on drums. He followed a lot of what was taught here, to practice the basics to an insane degree hitting every angle and approach to them. The guy lived for that snare drum and it was awesome to see. He'd outplay everyone, our instructors included! Kevin, you were a bit of a jerk but you played phenomenally and knew it.

[@2010georgian1]

John Dolmayan and The Rev are my Fav modern drummers...

[@Allyourbase1990]

I used to love drumming to the Waking the Fallen album in high school. RIP James .

[@Lor00D]

I think that Brooks got his inspiration from Higher from the song Tension. That song is so overlooked and incredibly clean!

[@Shidaar]

I would love to see a similar video about Mario Duplantier

[@coltonmykael]

I followed a couple ska bands for part of a tour because I'm a nerd. Two of the bands were from the OC area and knew the Rev and because the community was close at the time would hang out with him. They said during A7X rehearsals he would sometimes get bored and setup his set left handed and not miss a single beat.

[@jordanhermann4781]

RIP Rev we love you!

[@sladeritter6695]

Weird analogy here from me but i did the boring method for months to learn pretty reliable disc control in frisbee golf. I threw all the time focusing on flight path and control but at low power. As i was getting more and more reliability with my placement, i started bumping up the power more and more til i could rip a disc at full power and know it would go where i wanted. Love A7X, and great video. Thank you!

[@jualakun8350]

He not just a drummer, he is Maestro

[@naimanpunk]

RIP Jimmy the Rev. Wish you could still here with us

[@TheGustavFTW]

A7x were my gateway band into metal. He actually got me interested in drumming. Speaking of which, saw you guys second night in Brisbane. Saw the gopro and you pracising on some of the cabs. You guys kicked ass

[@leroybrown3856]

My first exposure to the Rev was on guitar hero. I heard Beast and the Harlot and knew I was hearing drum royalty. Been a fan ever since and I was pissed when I heard he died. RIP REV

[@HalfCycle]

This is the drummer for I Prevail i saw in another comment? Bro I love that band and this man is breaking down the man that inspired my first tattoo. What a world to live in, amazing breakdown!

[@Oopsydoodles]

That graph is unbelievably helpful in my motivation goddamn

[@haste953]

The drumwork in The Stage is just insane

[@MjNortham]

Love the house metaphor! That’s really smart and I agree with the metaphor in most disciplines.

[@Grump.y-OldMan]

Well done sir. So many people, including other musicians take what really great drummers do for granted! I don't know if you have, but you should do a video on Grant McFarland from this or the apocalypse... He made drumming look easy and boring... He was insanely good.

[@IluvatarEru]

"You have to be good at double kick to be able to play with them." John Bonham: "Hold my beer and take the wheel."

[@peerhermans5604]

Im a guitarist, and im totally into this video. Awesome!

[@supachai5024]

man i love your content and i dont even play drums, i play guitar😅. I wish other content creator's would do these sort of content but for other instruments. as someone who plays guitar, i would love it if someone would not only analyse how somebody plays but also explain how other people can reach that level. keep doing what you doing, will always watch your content.❤

[@trisnajonn7789]

The Rev is Legend ❤

[@samsterling3332]

When people talk about some of the greatest drummers of all time they always talk about the drummers that have been in the game for 20+ years, but Rev was just a kid and cemented himself as one of the greats

[@samuelchartier3684]

The Reverend died on my birthday. I am a drummer as well. I used to play a lot of metal songs and the Rev was a pretty big influence on my style. Thanks for the video 👌

[@MemoriesLP]

Have you seen the drums from Mars Volta? They are insane (Like the intro of Tettragramaton, or In Absentia live (easier to hear drums), The Whip Hand, Cassandra Gemini)

[@A7XKoRnRocks1]

The Rev did more than just drum for the band, he contributed a lot to the music, ever since he passed the bands direction completely changed, their music doesn't even sound the same since the self titled album.

[@Xibit]

Insane video. Thank you so much

[@TheSteezin117]

New to your videos, but I've been loving them and I'm not even a drummer (guitar). Also... super off topic, but where did you get that oversized shirt lol. I really dig the look.

[@brunofernandes4298]

the rev and brooks are the embodiment of "don't practice it until you play it right, practice it until you can't play it wrong"

[@jazzdrummer1945]

As a late starter to music it was such a light of inspiration to know that Bird was practicing 6 or more hours a day to get great and come back and knock everyone’s socks off …. And so that was the game plan to play catch up and actually get to a place where I could express myself on a kit …. And that’s what it takes and that’s who it’s for

[@MathouManson]

Haven't played for more then 2 years and been slacking for several years now but before i was a beast and i could never nail the solo of beast and the harlot even with hours of practice.i should get back into it im getting pumped watching your video

[@kuru-yami9416]

My favourite song from them(from what i know) instrumentally speaking, and overall, is blinded in chains. The song wasn’t just a masterpiece in itself, but also placed in a masterpiece game that got me interested in metal to begin with: Need for speed most wanted 2005. The song goes crazy hard to this day and is really incredible as a whole, and i thank it very much for getting me into metal,along with some other tracks in most wanted, such as hand of blood by bullet for my valentine, and the rap-metal song, nine thou, and i thank shawn white snowboarding for getting me into heavy rock bands like three days grace. I also became a huge fan of linkin park around 2011, but in not sure what introduced me to them

[@realLoVeMeNoT82]

You are truly amazing i just love that i found your channel 😊

[@TODDT62]

I'm 62 years old I started playing at 9 years old in school on a wood frame with a thick rubber circle on it, at times I can play like a pro, other times it'd pure crap, but I love playing and play just for me, good bad or indifferent I Love playing

[@Lacrete74]

The biggest talent out there is hard work!

[@catdsnny]

Amazing and insightful video on alot of levels.

[@dundinwilson7733]

Looked away for one second and started listening to your voice and it almost sounded like MatPat!

[@SynergyCamaro]

I swear on my kids life, I was actually watching this on the toilet lmao.

[@nickbrown7044]

man i really miss brooks playing for bad religion im glad i got to see him play twice for them and once so far for a7x