Drummer Reacts to El Estepario Siberiano - DRAGONFORCE | DRUM COVER

[@gmaellen5530]

I’m a 73 year old Great Grandma and I’m just blown away by this guy. TBH, drums have never been all that crazy important to me, but since I’ve found El Estepario, I can’t get enough of his videos as well as all of the reactions! I feel like I GET the importance of drums, now! He’s also easy on these old eyes! ❤️❤️❤️ So thankful that I found him before I start losing my marbles! 😊

[@nickcox5820]

I love the fact that you're 73 yrs young and watch this guy lol I think he's insanely talented! Congratulations @gmaellen5530 on being a great grandmother and still having your marbles!!!😂😂😂😂

[@capatheist]

I’m a such and such old, such and such from such and such… -googlebot4564 Why is this comment plastered on every reaction since Ren blew up? Are you bots? Or are people just that basic?

[@tommyhubbard5230]

Omg lady. You are the best!!!! Rock on !!

[@shawnannul]

Great Hook reference, too❤

[@catzdollz9810]

I thought I was the ONLY crazy 75yo. woman (great Grandma) watching El Estepario Siberiano! PS...I spent my youth as a semi-pro opera singer

[@christopherbronson3275]

The man wastes no movements and expends ZERO more energy than he has to. He's a nightmare on the sticks and it's terrifying how focused he is. Homie is the John Wick of the drums. A John Sticks if you will

[@paulburton315]

great comment, i couldn't agree more.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Fanatic1704]

DRAGONFORCE should invite him as a surprise guest for a single song. That will be perfect collaboration!

[@Cryptosifu]

The drummer from Dragonforce disagrees, hahaha

[@mll7674]

@@Cryptosifupossible the drummer from dragon force would be elevated due to his talent and how he plays this cover. Some bands don’t rehearse songs any other way than what the know. Because it’s never been introduced with other ideas. Better or not. No one knows how a song would sound if it’s never been heard any other way. That’s why I love ES translation of songs. In his own way as he has zero intention of auditioning for bands. Or does he intend to ever change a way a song is written. He does bring a certain element to every song he does for fresh ideas and entertainment. I have lived through songs remade by other artists and profit from them. As intended. This man is a teacher and shows what talent can be had with hard work a dedication through drumming.

[@henrysutulovich6608]

His covers aren't just a drum solo over the original track, he follows a lot of the original, or not the original, but the spirit of the original. He shows off where it makes sense to do so, and goes nuts in a way that doesn't take you out of the originals groove but adds to it, or at least that what i get from it...

[@donpodlas5546]

So true! I've seen a bunch of drummers in my 7 decades of life but have never seen anyone even close to this cat. His articulation, economy of motion and precision or so on the money...Great stuff!!

[@fritzrossouw4458]

I love how i can experience El Estepario's skill thru your eyes, knowing you have the technical background to explain to us the crazy things he does and also to just see a guy who is inspired and is just a huge fan, as the rest of us.

[@71timmay71]

My great grandmother is 73 & she keeps playing this guys videos which has introduced me to him & I think he’s amazing. Thanks for sharing im away to get grandma from her eye test appointment

[@shawnannul]

I think I just read her comment lol.

[@shawnannul]

Is her name Ellen?

[@robertoggonzalez3801]

I'm a follower of Estepario (also Spanish) and he was a really master during his time in the Spanish band SARATOGA. He is humble, and all his work is based in practice, practice, practice and work. It's GOLD to see people like you, who understands music and the structure of a Songz reacting to the man. Thanks and receive all my respects!!

[@almirgomes5]

I thought it was just me as a drum lover who was so impressed with this guy, but seeing other drummers reacting you can get an idea of ​​how big this guy is. and he is good, very good, I would venture to say that he is one of the 5 best today... I grew up listening to The Rush, Yes, Jean Luc-Ponty, Pink Floyd, Metallica, Yngwie Malsmsteen, a lot of heavy metal, jazz, but this guy overcomes many technical barriers in an impressive ways.

[@Jdubbbz]

There are a couple there you can drop as examples of drummers but still, all excellent bands

[@deathtrap1976]

Jorge plays with the same calm like he's typewriting a laptop but in fact he's spanking a drumkit so hard.

[@GaryHarrington71]

El Estepario doesn't need a band. This guy is so amazing on a drumset that people would pay just to watch him do his amazing drumming. I've played off and on professionally for over 55 years and this guy is the best I've ever seen. His timing is perfect, his fills are exact, his speed is unmatched, while he smiles in the camera like it's nothing, all while he sound like a buzz saw or a machine gun.

[@PsychoticFruitfly]

the fact that he knows when to show out and when to just play what was written... expertly, proves he is indeed BETTER THAN the trickshot artists who don't know when to quit.

[@MN-RV]

His pedal work is absolutely insane. Friggin metronome.

[@paulmichaelfreedman8334]

The only drummer I know who drums with this timing is Nicko McBrain. But he's not a double bass ace.

[@rafaelfernandeznogales3968]

Bongo song, increíble cover del estepario siberiano

[@2lazy4u]

I love the respect you give El Estepario Siberiano and that you guide your viewers to his channel for the sponsors, it's amazing and awesome!❤ You just got yourself a new subscriber and follower! Thank you!

[@erikaalmeidavega78]

Make that 2 new subscriber's & follower's Sir! 😀💜🤘🥁

[@AZD-Benji]

​@@erikaalmeidavega78well hell, make that THREE 🎉

[@AJ.Boyce603]

Well let’s make it party, I’m in!

[@JarkkoToivonen]

Hail Groove Father . I’m a guitar player but when first heard El Estebario Siberiano I started watch his incredible talented playing 😊

[@SternLX]

I love the way Estepario slays his kit like they owe him money but looks so relaxed doing it. Also I don't mind him shilling Drumeo. They're an awesome resource even for us that have been drumming for decades. Used them many times myself. Wish I had them as a resource in 1980 when I started playing.

[@josephpetrizzojr5340]

He makes drumming so damn easy, I'm a Retired drummer and I never seen a kid do the things this gentleman can do on a set of drums he's amazing, KEEP GOING AND KEEP DRUMMING MY FRIEND YOUR AWESOME. 🥁🥁🥁🥁🥁

[@jeremyschmidt1812]

He is by far the best drummer ive ever seen

[@Krmpfpks]

El Estepario knows how to play in a band and he is very humble. His own band has released a song and he is not going crazy. Of course he would respect the music and play the music as the band expects him to. Also any professional band hiring him would give him room for a drum solo or two because that’s what the audience would want.

[@claylittlewood540]

The dude is a frigging machine !!! Never slurry. Never breaks his meter ..and always looks like it's nothing... While all the time doing insane shit !!!

[@donaldtrumpet577]

Siberiano literally does magic on the drums and 100% integrated

[@cferguson37]

I love how his double-kick sounds like an MG-42 going full-barrel meltdown.....

[@erikknudsenmork4536]

The fucking machine gun notes!

[@kitkimbrough1145]

Every single time I see him, hear him play I'm inspired, and humbled!!...It's impossible not to feel, and want to hit something with controlled chaos, every time he kills, God mode should be changed to siberiano mode to honor his hard working talent!!..Hard work beats talent, but nothing beats hardworking talent!!....He is the best drummer for his playing, but even better for his great attitude, personality, passion, and how he makes us all better for it!!..The best today, tomorrow, the ffing best ever!!!

[@sharpie4298]

Something u haven’t seen before. Watch him talk about Eloy his favorite drummer

[@tonyhurlbut7754]

I'm sure DragonForce has heard of him, and if they were to ask him to fill in, they would probably give him a place to do his thing in each song.

[@bikeradam]

In his videos, he plays the songs as if you came to hear the drummer. I bet if he was on stage with dragon force, he would play like you came to hear the whole band.

[@sergioagra3846]

Yes, i saw it with his last band (Saratoga)here in Spain, and its true.

[@MegaForrestgump]

I walked passed my drum kit after watching this. My drums slapped me in the face and walked out on me.

[@OldSkuleNerd]

OMG THANK YOU.... I thought it was just me....

[@minatohashiba4978]

He is the Man who doesn’t need music… The music need him…

[@ChrisLight1]

I think the best part is that he almost intentionally looks bored just for comedic effect lol

[@CastroS14]

This is coming from someone who ❤ listening to drummers sadly Just a dj , when you say listening to him makes you wanna quit . For me listening to El makes me wanna go buy a set and learn the craft. He’s absolutely brilliant. I could watch his videos everyday. Your reactions says it all . 👍

[@hooyah_whit7054]

Oh yeah.... he can fill in for ANY drummer for ANY band!!! I think as a professional, he would have the utmost respect for band members and stick with the way the band does things unless asked to go beast mode!!!

[@petaedwards5172]

I love this dude is on another level i also love hal drumming who like this guy is on another level of drumming love watching both drummers

[@rickseuferer5418]

The great part about his covers is he stays within the context of the original song throwing in his flare where he can. You literally said the same thing about a minute after I sent this😂

[@kellymiller6737]

And I also like when he puts a warning statement up there to NOT play like this when he goes full ham on covers to show his chops

[@edwardclark3980]

CLEAN AND SUPER CRAZY FAST.

[@bradmear2385]

So often today people only get amazed at things that are extreme and over the top. Recognising that just playing this song as it was originally designed is extreme and over the top in its own right is enough for me. Man is dirrrrtty good!

[@Andr3wE]

Him doing the guitar solo at 11:30 might be the most disgustingly good thing Ive seen him do. Idk why that one sticks out, but WOW

[@Andr3wE]

OMG the last minute........

[@dustyyoung6270]

@OLDSKULENURD Thank you for your awesome commentary in this video. I can honestly say that this is the first reaction video that I fully and completely agree with from top to bottom. Please continue to make these videos, and I will continue to watch them! I'm not trying to blow smoke here, but your musical analysis was fantastic. Even though I just play a musician on TV, I was saying everything you were when I saw his video the first time.

[@draintheswamp1588]

It's not like having a drum teacher there, he IS a drum teacher on Drumeo. Just joined them recently.

[@geordieschall2092]

The level above 'expert' is called 'god level'. That's what we have here. El Estepario is a savant who just happens to like drumming. Dude would be god level no matter what he chose to do in life.

[@torus186]

He well held back for that guitar solo, positively just ticking over.

[@thefumados]

Loved your reaction, the facepalm is priceless man!! Greets from Brasil!!

[@jamesscaggs3969]

If he went live with Dragonforce and played as written, but in turn, given a chance to have a shining solo of his own just the same as they do on guitar, now that would make for an amazing show. Like the 5 guitarists for Alice Cooper having their time to shine all lined up playing in sync and then going each in turn to a solo, then to turn it over to one monstrosity of a drum solo. Best performance I've ever seen=Alice Cooper LIVE!! Did not expect it, actually went to see Motley Crue, but was blown away by the performance of every member of the entire band of Alice Cooper.

[@jfuzi3605]

Kinda like that time they got a grip of the best guitarist's alive to do the game of thrones theme song?🤔🤫🤐😜

[@p_3_n_n_y]

Excellent reaction video! I normally shy away from these cause I can't stand the constant pausing and regurgitation of stupid opinions. you let it play out with the occasional monologue! THANK YOU!! Your style of "reaction" is something I can watch. Cheers m8, +1 from me :)

[@edwicks66]

My man was born with sticks in his hands ! He's a step above most drummers from rock to metal !

[@jacobfurst4266]

Been seeing this guy basically play all metallica and a7x drum parts worh one hand for like the last year in my KZbin shorts and every time I just die

[@DomingoAquino-vq5uy]

I’ve been playing drums since I was three some of my greatest influences were around jazz rock and funk some of the greatest drummers in the world like Louis Bellson, buddy, rich Jean Cooper, David Garibaldi, Mike Shreve are my noted inspirations in spite of the fact I’ve trained in many different formats from basic principles to orchestrate symphonic polyphonic, syncopated orchestrations I’m influenced primarily by old school influences like Sergio Mendes, José Feliciano, Carlos Santana, Al DiMeola, and Joe Satriani, even Carl Palmer from Emerson Lake and Palmer even Gloria Estefan and earth, wind and fire. I’m grateful for having such mentors showing me the ways of true music and fundamentals of great sound Estepario Siberiano is very very fundamental, but my influences or more Latin Cuban African I endorse his efforts and his magnificent stamina, more power to him, and keep on rockin

[@Vinylvine22]

He’s basically the Jimi Hendrix of drumming

[@raja-yyggrokfoundation]

Absolutely know what you mean. I wish Jimi's unbelievableness was more popular. He's still the greatest, most adventurous of electric guitarists.

[@maxwkw]

I think there’s enough mutual respect between them that they’d all give each other the space to shine

[@alexletemoin]

Exactly

[@i.r.drummer]

I’ve followed El Estepario for a long time, and this suits who he is. I don’t think he could or even would play this live with DF, unless they asked him to. Aquiles Preister actually has, in my opinion, the best version of this song on KZbin. My personal favorite El Estepario drum cover is his Gangnam Style cover. He fits a sick fill in a small empty space before the chorus that blows my mind. I’ve been playing drums for 35 years.

[@CrazyChemistPL]

If Estepario would have to fill in for Gee, I think Herman and Sam would change their arrangement to allow for more of a drum solo in these performances.

[@msihcs8171]

Make the song an extra few minutes long to let everyone shine? Sounds good to me . . .

[@Rickey2350]

Estepario was in a great hard rock/metal band Saratoga. He knows how to play in a band and how to make a youtube video. He's now getting into a jazz fusion trio, which should be interesting.

[@TheNinja691]

I think after watching this, the original drummer is terrified of getting sick 🤣

[@Logan-Wolverine]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@fatdevil1978]

React to one of the two verses of the bongo song. He's going all out...

[@luisallende6581]

My soul caught a cramp watching this drum god play!!!

[@Breezio69]

Did you notice his stick technique in the ending of the song? His right hand stick is between his pointer and middle finger. He does it a lot if you watch his hands and technique. Pretty crazy.

[@Trikipum]

It is not the only drummer doing that but yeah, not many do it. It has a reason. That grip allows you to use a diferent group of muscles. It means you can rest the arm for a bit while doing that grip, it also helps with very speedy parts. Helps to avoid cramps.

[@martianshoes]

Ok - so the world is full of us amateur, only part time drummers…you know, we had a kit between 8th grade and freshman in college…played in bands at talent shows or small dances before we were old enough to drive… loved music but so distracted with girls and cars and partying, etc. But we still mentally memorized drum parts when we heard The Who, Deep Purple, Chicago, Jo Jo Gunne, Santana….later, Rush… any of those bad bangers of days gone by. We would hear songs and in our mind add near super-human fills, imagine patterns that would take 3 arms to execute - dream up embarrassingly conspicuous transitions. We were all EES in our heads. But this guy translated all of that. Found a way to do it. Then move on to doing it while coasting. I’m just happy he’s a music lover and I hope he causes a Drum Renaissance…

[@rockstarnhalf]

If he were to join dragonforce live, I would have to say they would have to extend the solo section. So after the guitar solo's he could do a drum solo. And then continue the song that would be epic. I have been playing guitar for 25 years. And still don't have the talent that this guy has in one hand. Still amazes me to this day How amazing he really is. Keep Rockin !!!

[@morgarthe8120]

I really wonder, how it would sound, if Estepario would do a Drum Cover of Wintersun's "Sons of winter and stars". Really liked his cover, thank you for the reaction on it.

[@rolandkarlsson7072]

I am not sure he can compete with Kai. Kai is a power drummer. I have never seen anyone like him. He also has a charisma that is tremendous. OK, EES is also a big guy with lots of power and Charisma. So, maybe ...

[@michael.albinus]

I asked myself the same directly. 😁 I'm not a drummer but for me Kai is a machine (Jukka was a beast)!!! 😉 Also wondering what Kai thinks about EES.

[@Mephisto_Sancti]

Hey, OldSchoolNerd! Greetings from Russia!) You've got the best drum reactions, at least up to my opinion. Thanx for the content you create. It would be great to see your reaction on Godzilla by Estebario. Seems, you're the last one who haven't done it, yet))) I know, you're an old rocker and rap makes you throw up, but if you still haven't seen Godzilla - you'll definitely won't be able to hide your emotions. I'm curious which spectrum your emotions it's gonna be. So, just do it Buddy! Please!!!)))) Regards,

[@danielhartung-schuster5916]

What you speak is certainly true about allowing space for everyone to have their shining moments and you can tell El Etepario understands when to back off and when to stomp on the gas.

[@angelguzman5958]

I think the groove father is a manifestation of all drummers worldwide created by consciences.. it's like he channels any and every style and shows us styles/techniques not evenknown by modern and old school alike.. this beast has literally made me bored with sick ass drummers that I've listened to forever . He's actually gotten me bored of songs that have existed way longer than him. But I'm grateful to have been able to listen to those now boring licks. As their original form....el estepario(when your lightyears ahead of anybody. There's no way he can completely stay playing one genre. This dude gives us the gift of any genre fucking..... WERE NOT WORTHY WERE NOT WORTHY WERE NOT WORTHY

[@davidruffini6612]

Representing my state with that shirt 🖤 No better place to live than here.

[@Trikipum]

the camera saved this take. He rarely edits these covers only when he does the funny videos with some effects. all these covers in the big studio are 100% live and 1 take, some of them take him up to 30 takes to get it perfect...So, yeah, the camera was a hero that day. They would have to record the whole thing again and no one knows how many takes would be needed to get it perfect again.

[@drax1526]

Estepario just dropped a full cover of Blinding Lights by The Weekend, and my mind is fully exploded. That should be next.

[@sethduzan4441]

The best drummers know when NOT to go all out, and why to lay back when the song calls for it.

[@DomingoAquino-vq5uy]

I do a lot of triplet para diddles and double stroke fundamentals. I’ve had several instructors and conductors, all of which were very good in teaching me the tradition of percussion when I first heard Neil Peart I was very young and I said he sounds like me because I played in band classes all my life, all the years I’ve played, have been tradition and exhibition. Thank you for your innovation I support everything you do, and will watch your videos always thank you again.

[@chriscarswell450]

So you're your number one fan then? 🤔

[@Azuma59]

Can"t wait to see your reaction of Blinding Light, he has gone ALL OUT on this one.

[@alandematos3539]

I just saw the video for Blinding Lights. Absolutely nuts how technical he was.

[@dmanm85]

He's signature fill at the beginning is two phrases of linear triplets but his hands are playing double strokes.

[@bradcordle7743]

“The pretender “ cover is unique.

[@hughboyle7251]

He just showed you how he would go off and play it straight. One hand while the rest are going god like.

[@timmannchicken]

El Estepario Siberiano, he will either bring tears of joy or tears of sadness, but either way... it difficult to not weep at his playing. lol.

[@Drago-ce9tl]

El ESTEPARIO ES UNA BESTIA traida del cielo de los drummers, el Estepario is a Beast summoned from drum heaven ! He’s on a different level all together

[@TRPLD]

Yes, we had one drum fill but how about second drum fill? What about elevensies? What about midday drum fill? I just love him!

[@drockbrewer4326]

Love your facial expressions in your I've always been a fan of yours... This guy on drums.. I'm not a drummer.. and after watching him I'm glad.. I wouldn't be able to enjoy watching him.. no I mean just messing around on drums or whatever that wouldn't be a big deal but I am glad I'm not a famous drummer because I'll tell you what... These guys on guitar in this band amazing.. I can only imagine I haven't even started it yet.

[@Radio868]

Thanks so much for your example how the real strong man should meet unbelievable things. Really appreciate your reaction

[@sc65gto12]

I had a blast taking two of the most incredible musicians and played them side by side in different browsers. I took El Estepario Siberiano and Tina S both playing DragonForce through the fire and flames and watching the 2 musicians that make it look so easy and it was awesome. Try iy if you dare. It was a blast. Rock on!!!!

[@RumpleSundiata]

Knowing when less is more and when more is better makes you a hell of a drummer like him.

[@marcwesley8513]

Amazing stuff…..has anyone seen how many different sticking positions of his right hand….look carefully at around 8:20 to 8:30 ish…..he has three different stick holds with his right hand…..doesn’t miss a f’n beat….omg he’s not human….so glad he is so maybe Us mortal wanna be drummers can aspire to at least one of his worse practice days….rock on EL….you inspire Us…..thanks for living….

[@mmfvital]

His recent Blinding Lights cover definitely has stuff you have never seen before!

[@christophertyrrell4018]

I think some of the things he does during the solos and over the top bits play off the guitars. I think Dragonforce would love playing with him. Live he'd leave a lot of the insanity out, and you would get way more musicality and playing off the guitar back and forth with the ride, and the mimicking of guitar licks with the splash and toms he nails here.

[@airtek4809]

El is Neal, Anton, Bogey, and a few others combined.

[@planetmuskvlog3047]

Without respect, we reject. You sir gave MAD RESPECT! And we thank you 🙏

[@MrJoeandJenn]

He was in a band in Spain they are pretty famous there.

[@erikknudsenmork4536]

Dident he quit?

[@draintheswamp1588]

MrJoeandJenn, you're right. The Metal band is Saratoga. Was with them for three years. Wanted his life back instead of touring all the time. He looks like them, fits right in and kicks ass!!!

[@DomingoAquino-vq5uy]

Alex Acuna is also a great influence. His Latin percussion ensemble is awesome.

[@martincoleman9376]

The funniest thing was your face when you realised what company owned it.respect.

[@oscarfalconer4012]

You should react to Evgeny Novikov who is the drummer for slaughter to prevail doing some drum play throughs.

[@OldSkuleNerd]

I Actually have He is INCREDIBLE

[@oscarfalconer4012]

@@OldSkuleNerd Really i can't find the video on your channel, I actually like some of his stuff from before slaughter there is a video on Zildjians channel of him playing for Katalepsy that you should check out.

[@edwardpadilla3523]

He has phenomenal discipline and skill pure juggernaut of his craft!

[@joelbrown2242]

I do like how he used the cymbals to accent the guitar solos.

[@jasonferguson8462]

It funny how everyone say he over the top or what ever i think he just adding his own flavour to anything he does and live as you said it just for fun but i reckon he can do anything just as we can if we put our mind into it and dont quit or give up just cause it get tough rise up and keep going

[@xgrafitox]

Whoever knows El Estepario, knows he don't need to show us the foot camera. We know he is an authentical animal...

[@jasonwismer2670]

Great reaction video, thank you for your insight.

[@paulburton315]

enjoy ypur channel. but you dont need to say negative things about yourself. you style is your style. and we like it. !!!! keep up the good work. ty, p.b.

[@joe2Acountryboy]

I have just run across your channel and I have subscribed because I like the way you give credit to work credits due very honest and you have a lot of fun. I don’t know if you’ve seen the video of him reacting to Eloy but you might want to see that one.

[@randypierson6358]

Watching him play is hard on my Ego I almost wanna give up playing now😮

[@mielund5045]

Wow. Uve become fluid. Grats on getting the name right...

[@DomingoAquino-vq5uy]

Azteca was also one of my favorites find love today

[@nick9277]

Just my two cents I’ve never done any kinda rock band stuff but I would love to hear the drums and guitars go off at the same time in a solo. Like you order a cup of coffee and you tell the coffee man that the coffee needs to wake the dead, full on heart palpitations. I need it all. I’ve never herd the original song but the way this is going I think it fits really well to do a sick overload on the crowd and with a crazy ass lights and pyro set like rammatein would be dope. Idk the band so this is just my take on the song with this drum cover lol

[@raimundoarce7014]

So, being that good , after all, is a curse... And awesome one...

[@gloriacanovarela6181]

Te bongo song. Second version

[@UraseiRyuu]

You know he was the drummer for a very very highly appreciated band called Saratoga, right? For the last 3 years (he quitted this year), maybe you should see some videos of him playing live with that band.