Plini Drummer Learns "The Summoning" As Fast As Possible

Chris Allison, drummer for Plini, is one of the most technical drummers on the scene today. So we put him to the test to see how fast he could learn Sleep Token's "The Summoning." Tune in to see how he goes about learning this extremely challenging drum part.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
01:03 - Active Listening
01:47 - Song Analysis
02:38 - Charting Process
05:15 - Full Performance
10:36 - Final Thoughts
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[@DrumeoOfficial]

This is not an easy task! Props for doing an amazing job and taking on the challenge. If you want to try this and many other drumless songs, get a 7-Day Free trial to check out Drumeo! 👉🏼 www.drumeo.com/trial

[@Ramsauer82]

yo is L’Via L’Viaquez a video you have from him? that's a wild song.

[@pearlrival3124]

alls im sayin: blew the awesome drum solo in the live outro.

[@raizoki7487]

I think being put in front of a drum kit and being asked "learn this Sleep Token song the fastest as possible" is probably one of the things that would terrify me the most ! Good Job Chris !

[@xDreaMxPyr0x]

RIGHT?! I feel the exact same

[@domithedrumster]

it's like AI wrote a strange drum part that you have to learn

[@thefatebringer2046]

thats why nobody will remember your name

[@MS-dz1di]

​@@thefatebringer2046Master of negative energy. WTF

[@forrestjames9691]

You and Achilles would get along very well @@thefatebringer2046

[@beekman3455]

You know you have an awesome drum channel when even non-drummers tune in. This entire series is fantastic.

[@seanhermm]

I don’t play my brother does and I’ve been a fan of this page for a year or so sending him stuff to play

[@jessicavanwinkle7245]

I love this channel I’m a 38yr old mom and have no drum experience lol

[@babradams626]

I don't play but I do appreciate drumming the most.

[@hattarapilvi]

yeah i know NOTHING about drums other than that my respect for good drummers is immense. seems like the absolute hardest instrument to learn and be good at.

[@LysergicLouie25]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻. I can’t even keep a beat with my hands on my knees and I love this channel

[@TwoandaHater]

He is a monster player. I love that he knew all the songs they attempted to give him- what a cool bonus win for him!

[@BW9971]

I want to check out his other drumming stuff. He is cool.

[@evanhayes5891]

Arguably less so for us.

[@wackosaco7369]

Check out Plini. Unreal stuff@@BW9971

[@Yzo311]

Wow! What an absolute beast! I have seen several attempts now and this one is by far the closest to nailing it. 🖤

[@mitchelllydon3324]

@@BW9971 kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIDVf4iwqb-MgpYsi=LrzKpBipBrQWqczb

[@Logpet09]

The humility it takes to go on camera and learn something and not be perfect is commendable. Well done, Chris!

[@krusher74]

i'm suprised in all these videos the anguish and horror these players seem to have towards playing there own chosen instrument.

[@nomnom112]

This requires a great amount of vulnerability

[@robbledot7290]

@@krusher74you must not play drums

[@forrestjames9691]

You try under those circumstances and see if you'd provide the same feedback! @@krusher74

[@DenvarShay]

@@krusher74 You're a bit simple aren't ya bud?

[@WishMount]

II is a master of filling up literally every single empty space with something, without making it crowded at all... something I think a lot of musicians struggle to do. It's actually quite freaky watching him play live. Fair play to Chris, this is a superb take.

[@coreyw5981]

I would never be able to pull off the amount of crash accenting he does with every song

[@aturboford1]

The casual gospel chops shining through, II is a menace

[@phoebehywong]

I feel like he has 6 arms that we can’t see. Like whaaat?

[@chromesthesia]

​@@phoebehywonghe is a caffeinated octopus

[@nedenag]

It’s not every single space though. II knows how to use silence to his advantage too. Amazing.

[@JeremyHodges]

EVERY musician Plini plays with is 100% at the top of their craft.

[@HugoStiglitz88]

Chris is crazy underrated. Imo he's the best other than Plini himself but I'm a drummer so maybe I'm biased Also plinis bass player is amazing because like Peripherys bass player he also does their mixes and is amazing at it

[@omerquiaragua2]

u goddamn right xD

[@dmcarter1512]

@@HugoStiglitz88simon grove 🙏🙏🙏

[@OnEst_Opinion]

Starting a Sleep Token song and saying “we’re removing the drums so let’s see you play it” is possibly the most difficult thing a drummer could do. I’m not even a drummer, let alone musician (just a serious music listener of all genres for over three decades now), and some of ST’s songs seem like an absolute NIGHTMARE to even attempt. This dude got a listen prior to, knows the band so is aware of their ways, and STILL had a difficult time. Shows how incredible they are as a band.

[@CapraDemon101]

That was a solid attempt. One of the things about these vids that i like, they break both the illusion that masters dont ever struggle, and also show how they can adapt and learn quickly. Loved it.

[@frostfang1]

Yea my favorite ballet reels are when the dancer is talking about how hard it was and you can actually see them struggling to do something that they've done and practiced for days and months and years. It's beautiful to watch them at the best, but I respect the effort so much more when I see them struggle. Because I really can't know how hard it is for them.

[@HugoStiglitz88]

That's why I want to see Matt Halpern do this. I've never seen that guy miss a beat or play anything that isn't insanely tasteful. He says he struggles but I have doubts lol He's also been touring 10 years and literally never plays without a click track so that's probably why he has the best timing of any drummer I've ever seen

[@Th3BadThing]

@@HugoStiglitz88 There was a video he posted of Chvrch Burner on his socials a few years ago when he had a sloppy live performance, it was to show that he has his off days too but yes he definitely has some amazing timing and groove, one of my favs for sure.

[@BrandonToews]

Killed it dude!🔥 And yes, it’s happening.

[@darrenwhite8959]

We don't deserve this channel. So good. Was II in studio?

[@PabloPerezAmador]

Whaaaaaat? Hitting that bell icon so fast!

[@sevenjets]

4 days to go! So exciting!!!!!!

[@devcor]

O M G. Gonna be something awesome. Will you make II play something new or learn something fast? Or maybe both for two videos? :D

[@jldogg42]

No…fn….waaaay. 😮

[@ZMRSKK]

Waiting for Sleep Token drummer at drumeo itself!🤟

[@portal432]

He does or did have a site where he taught. I bet he will at some point.

[@itsitchiimusic]

@@portal432 They teased it, watch the last few seconds

[@armandvf]

@@dalj4362their most recent tour was Germany not US

[@portal432]

I caught them this fall in a venue that was WAYYYYY too small. I grabbed tickets the day the went on sale, the resellers were selling them for 400-600 day of. It was a crazy show, all the girls would scream like they were watching the beatles. It was crazy, i had never seen anything like that. He would dance all goofy, it was like a boy band but metal. @@dalj4362

[@heidevolk_le_gueux]

12/19/23 they will have II on drumeo :)

[@AJ-gk7bn]

Ridiculously impressive for under 60 minutes. While being filmed no less. Also. That ending teaser has me sooo hyped.

[@dolphinmomof2]

Agreed!!! Like I kinda wanna mark the date for it!!

[@Bigchinckalishious]

Is II gonna be on drumeo or something

[@derrom7014]

@@Bigchinckalishiousseems so

[@ThiagoSontag]

He is two.

[@MS-dz1di]

​@@ThiagoSontagHell no

[@atombom8214]

Man drumeo is killing it. I remember when this channel was brand new.

[@FrostedJr]

That ending has me so fucking hyped.

[@coreyw5981]

Wait whoa what!? Yea wtf is that about!? Is he going to appear on drumeo!? Haha and just not say a word the whole time. I was also always hoping to see a rig rundown and since he dont speak, his tech would do the talking

[@FrostedJr]

@@coreyw5981 I dunno man, I'm fuck'n pumped either way. My first thought was just him not saying anything. Would make for an odd episode haha

[@C_Shay_77]

Yeah probably just a playthrough video @@coreyw5981

[@ThatHoodlum19]

You and me both, lets gooooooo!

[@snoopyy116]

update II is on drumeo and even did an interview!! first time a member of sleep token has ever actually been recorded talking during an interview!!!

[@dgallagher7029]

That was very difficult to do, and he looked a bit disappointed or embarrassed but he can hold his head high. He’s a phenomenal drummer.

[@MariaBM1]

He was definitely beating himself up. I really don't think he needed to though. Muzos can be sensitive souls can't they!!

[@johnolar4326]

Genuinely appreciate any drummer who is willing to put themselves out there like this. Definitely a really difficult song too, good work.

[@forrestjames9691]

Chris is a totally AWESOME, let me say it again, AWESOME drummer. He utterly smashed that in under 60mins. He seemed so unhappy with the outcome (because of his incredible humility), but I challenge anyone to do better in that time. Damn you DRUMEO guys, giving him something so complicated and NOT giving him better feedback for how well he did with it!

[@maxtrix7]

Damn that’s a hard one… but he did so good. Can’t wait for II to come on the channel!

[@Thatchnasty]

GET II ON HERE - HE DONT EVEN HAVE TO TALK lol

[@Thatchnasty]

Welp, got to the end!!!

[@applesien]

@@Thatchnasty I had this same exact reaction!! haha

[@oatasdon7734]

@@Thatchnastymy calendar is marked! Can’t wait

[@json_bourne3812]

SOOOOOOOOOO keen

[@aaronfisher7159]

II is such an incredible drummer. Every single part he plays is intentional and just the right amount of everything. Super hard to replicate

[@PTSDwithME]

* Brandon tries to speed run destroying his friendships through song choice as quickly as possible *

[@BrandonToews]

😂😂

[@michaelrains64295]

As a guitarist this is one of my favorite series on KZbin. Massive respect for the drummers out there. Watching y’all work is a source of joy and inspiration. Great song selection too. Nicely done.

[@KatyaGloba]

Have you ever tried to play drums yourself?

[@michaelrains64295]

@@KatyaGloba after 35 years I haven’t finished butchering the guitar yet! ;-)

[@Vicaralus]

Have watched Plini live about a year ago and thought the drumming was incredible. Wasn't familiar with Chris's work then... now I know why I loved the drums so much. He's an absolute beast!

[@montauta]

His approach was fantastic. A very hard song, a lot of dynamics and changes every where. That's the idea in my humble opinion

[@mlowe787]

I had the pleasure of seeing Chris with Plini in Anaheim. This guy barely makes any mistakes live. His drumming during "I'll tell you someday" was like a studio quality one take.

[@lostinlucidity]

Plini is always tight af live, they never miss a beat

[@tpk7321]

He looks so frustrated but he absolutely killed it

[@BurntToast1]

Holy wow, seriously impressive 60 min effort for coming in cold. Great video, well done.

[@aaronsandberg21]

dude 2 is easily solidifying himself as one of the greats and its no easy task to try and play his style. You did well but can we all take a second to realize how well respected 2 is for being so new to the scene

[@diplomaticimmunity8093]

Doing it on the 3rd and 4th attempt is crazy! It's not an easy song, and Chris did an amazing job! 🤯

[@lovelxne]

i long for this guy’s determination and how level-headed he is with not pumping out perfection, really great attempt and attitude

[@assaultines2335]

bro he absolutely locked in at the end of it, he KILLED it

[@ericramirez2433]

its almost comforting seeing a drumming machine like Chris, to look lost in something he is so amazing at.. makes me feel a tad better lol.. love you Chris

[@themadhiker]

Damn this is a fine effort. Some obvious elements missing but this is from someone who’s listened to this song 200+ times

[@Austinwevo]

Yeah this was a 60 min learning session. Insane.

[@revyxz]

the way Chris responds to the mistakes is cool! This must be so difficult even with all that talent!

[@tusotusin]

Amazing drummers (Both Chris and II) and amazing song. Must be damn hard going for a song like this without knowing it

[@francescomusa5372]

This guy did great. I listened a lot to the last Sleep Token album and the drumming is really amazing. Even in the apparently simpler songs, the drums are colorful, full of different dynamics and have great musicality. Two is a monster, making through the summoning in less than an hour is a nearly impossible task, but he figure out it pretty well, considering the length and the odd structure of the song. Plus: looking him feeling overwhelmed made me realize that even great drummers can struggle sometimes! Really Awesome content Drumeo

[@MS-dz1di]

Yes. 100% agree.

[@joeldrummer23]

That drum set sounds amazing

[@CameronHops]

Sonor SQ1 ftw man, beautiful kits

[@CameronHops]

actually this is the Prolite, but he normally plays an SQ1

[@Entropytouch]

Watching the light leave Chris' eyes 1:11 as soon as the verse kicks in and II hits that little note slide into the riff was masterful *chefs kiss*

[@xDreaMxPyr0x]

I love this series. It truly shows how difficult it can be for drummers to pick up certain grooves depending on their usual experience and drumming style. This video in particular I really enjoy. Showing the mistakes and stick drops really give the authentic experience of learning a new song as a drummer. Awesome guys thanks.

[@cmja09]

Guys, true story. When you made Greyson do hypnosis, that's where I was introduced to sleep token. And now I'm in deep with WORSHIP. finally another sleep token video, worship

[@SquizbarDeAlienOfficial]

As an Australian it’s really weird hearing an Australian accent on KZbin. He bloody killed it

[@af7119]

I actually work at a servo in Queensland. Mobil, north Cairns.

[@BestFootForwardShoes]

It always takes me aback a little bit when i first hear it, but it's a nice relief honestly

[@djyeah-nah9781]

Ken oath

[@SquizbarDeAlienOfficial]

Agreed @@BestFootForwardShoes

[@robco1727]

That's weird cause as an American it's not weird at all. I guess I did just finish Mr. In-between tho

[@silence433]

That was spectacular! Never heard of this guy but wow his fills were incredible. He could really sense the rhythm of the song and to learn that he put that together in less than an hour is crazy. Masterful

[@fleetleader1013]

Sleep token is such a treat to discover. Found them like a year ago and got sucked in.

[@danielc3321]

I love these. Contrary to what some might think, these videos are not about "getting it right." They're about the process of challenging yourself and learning along the way.

[@jofugitt]

YOU DIDN'T - YOU DID I am so excited to see II on here! Chris did such a good job!

[@TheNamesFathom]

Now this is an awesome video to wake up to! Chris is amazing, he owned this one. Love this channel, keep doing what you guys are doing! Edit: 11:26 OKAY DAMN I NEVER THOUGHT IT WOULD HAPPEN

[@WineOnTheDime]

When Chris gets into the groove on the slowdown, it has a really cool "march" to it. That's a great rendition.

[@potatocaesar1434]

I really liked the use of the ghost notes. It seems that he was able to use them to 'reset' if the time signature abruptly changed, and it worked! Really good run!

[@pezcore350]

I was very distracted by them actually. It made me wonder if drummers that use them often are incapable of “turning that off” when playing music that doesn’t use them

[@potatocaesar1434]

​@@pezcore350ooh, really interesting take. From experience I'd say no, it's okay to turn it off if the song calls for a straight 2 and 4. But here, I guess a lil subjective since he didn't know the vibe of the song with the odd time changes.

[@jcborges96]

THE ENDING THOUGH

[@jcborges96]

Chris, you absolute monster

[@Krooks44]

A doozy for sure. Chris rose to the challenge like a true professional. Amazing.

[@thomasredden4263]

I love Plini! I started listening to them, Scale the Summit, Chon, Polyphia, Strawberry Girls, This Town Needs Guns, Anthropology and a bunch of others back in high school and I still listen to them all the time. Handmade Cities is still one of my favorite albums of all time

[@TheDudleyReport]

Different drummer on Handmade Cities: Troy Wright. Troy Wright also plays on the recent album 'Buy High' by Portraits, which I highly recommend.

[@clumsydrummer7914]

I'd need a beer (or three) after that. Mad props to Chris for tackling a difficult song and not being afraid to be vulnerable with the mistakes left in at the end. As a drummer trying to learn plenty of progressive metal songs myself, and to also write my own, I would say that the self-pressure to get it exactly right is honestly harder than than the listening or performing process itself. He did as best he could with the provisions given and no doubt showed what an unbelievable talent he has.

[@warrenmontague2295]

He nailed it. Really killed the last 90 seconds of the song too, was definitely in the pocket for that.

[@nikatapi]

What i love the most about this content, apart from the inspiration, is how most of the drummers seem like the coolest people 🤘

[@niagutierrez17]

that was so incredibly impressive, kudos to Chris and to II for playing such a complex piece and making it sound so good!!

[@VIITHRONE]

You did fucking great my man there is no way you can learn a song of that complexity within one day it takes weeks, months to develop such accuracy towards that song, and for you to play that as fast as you did just signifies that you are a great drummer my friend, good fuckin job!

[@JeffBangsTV]

This was fun to watch! I love seeing how differently people can interpret the time for this song.

[@joschka420]

Larnell Lewis, II and Chris Allison are my most liked and inspiring drummers! They are like idols to me...wanted to learn The Summoning and Ill tell you someday by Plini for a while now and its relieving to see that Chris struggles too. Id thought he would nail this instantly. Reminded me that we are all just humans and gave me so much more motivation to learn those songs finally haha

[@TechGorilla1987]

Larnell is GOAT. Mofo has all my respect as a drummer and a human.

[@joschka420]

same here man, in my opinion the greatest drummer in the world right now@@TechGorilla1987

[@ashleymerritt9461]

That is a brutal song to drop on my mans! Chris is an animal!

[@tarabaggott2736]

Holy Heck!! You deserve to feel so much better about that than it looks like you did ❤ but perhaps that's what keeps you pushing to the next thing. Mega respect mate x

[@DaveSP196]

I saw Chris live with Plini opening for Periphery. He was great!

[@user-ww4qr6ej5u]

Did you watch the video until the end? 👀

[@xRamZx]

Wait, did y'all actually get II in the studio for a video next week, did I see that correctly at the end!?!

[@Guillermo_VB]

so its seems like it

[@BrandonToews]

Get ready.

[@nicolasgutierrezgarrido7298]

I have no idea how to play a drumkit, but, i really love watch these talented people show his talent.

[@prblackhawk]

Saw Plini live in Anaheim recently. Hes an amazing drummer live. Im glad they keep it real and show professionals struggling to learn new songs

[@ryanjd93]

Bro no way. I listened to the entire Plini discography on a long drive I had earlier this week. I had binged a bunch of Drumeo videos the week before. I kept thinking how cool it would be to see a jazz drummer take on a Plini song on this channel. This is not that, but an awesome coincidence that's close enough. I'LL TAKE IT. Chris Allison is the business and Plini's arrangements are so freking good.

[@ledgy69]

Chris is so humble, thanks for this video drumeo. Loved it. Great work Chris

[@PaulosMetalMusic]

Dude, its difficult to play when you know the song, imagine hearing it once before... As a ST fan and musician, this is nightmare coming true😵‍💫 but damn, Chris rly nailed it. Give him a day and hes II the Second😁🩹

[@Jmann410]

I love this series especially this one. This dude seems so humble but still displayed a giant pair of ballz. I haven't seen that from too many high level musicians, most don't like to show mistakes. Great Stuff

[@jasonsell8523]

Somehow this is the most impressive one yet. It just feels the most realistic.

[@thulsey022]

Yo, Chris is a beast and picked that up pretty quick..you could tell the difference in the sounds because of how muted II's kit is will all the moon gel but I'm so hyped for the 19th what a freaking epic teaser at the end. Well done, drumeo.

[@JS0620_]

Can’t believe I guessed this coming!! II you are being very honored, congrats on the roses coming to you.

[@ZachHord]

holy cow... what a difficult song to throw at a guy! Props to him, did great

[@JacopoBidese]

It made me smile watching a great drummer as Chris struggling with the same things I struggled to when I was learning this song

[@benmancuso3776]

Plini's drummer and SLEEP TOKEN TOGETHER!? BEST VIDEO YETTTTTTTT

[@cobyvaknin9449]

Drumeo is hands down one of the all-time best KZbin channels ever. TV-quality production with the world's best drummers. Love you guys! Cheers to another banger! 👊🏼

[@mathewreed818]

I am so stoked that Drumeo has Chris Allison on here. Thank you! What a player

[@divinacaotarot]

Absolutely love Chris' effort. He's a beast of a drummer. End result is commendable.

[@Belazoth.]

Did NOT expect to see Chris/anything related to Plini on drumeo. This is sick!

[@adambrown550]

Oh boy, the ending... the BOSS is joining us finally! 🙏

[@theskincareskinny5006]

I mean I couldn’t even begin to do it so super impressive! II’s drumming is super clean and quite complex during this song so big props!

[@Chree80]

Nice work! Enjoyed that little promo at the end as well. ii is coming to Drumeo! Looking forward to it!

[@TheRottenDoll_]

OHHHH I’m so ready for December 19 BRING IT ON Also: damn impressive, II is an actual monster, learning this can’t be easy and yet he slayed, musicians amaze me every damn time

[@josephkirsch4650]

Lets hear it for that awesome snare sound!! Nice work guys. Can't wait to see Chris with Plini again. Hopefully that will be coming back to NY in 2024!!

[@NyckulasLowe]

Way to go, Drumeo! Now Chris will never be back 😂. In all seriousness, great job! That seems like a very difficult song to learn and perfect in under an hour 🤘

[@LLivingWonder]

That was impressive ! And very interesting for the very beginner I am. It's amazing to see the mind of a drummer at work. Thanks for this video !

[@blakehaas3205]

A daunting task, and a valiant effort. This was awesome Chris!

[@CarlBishop]

A cracking effort, and cool to highlight how interesting the drums are in ST. Chris's playthrough of The Glass Bead Game is a real treat for anyone unfamiliar with his work with Plini

[@amolinasimancas]

This is inspiring as hell... For real, I got to learn various songs for next weekend and now I'm pretty confident about the process of being out of the confort zone

[@Pone.Malone]

It's fascinating to see so many drummers of all levels be so self-critical. As much as I don't like it happening to anyone else, it helps. Because when I do it, I think back on how these great drummers, eons ahead of my skill level go through it too, and use that to try to get out of my own head and just play the parts the best way I know how.

[@gspyang1810]

Oh man this is a really hard one. Great job done by Chris! The song "The Summoning" is unbelievable. And I am so looking forward to seeing II on Drumeo!

[@scout_gonzo]

The fact he was able to get it down to where he did, insane!

[@emwhaibee]

@ 05:22 to 10:35 👌🏾 II's work is chosen and used for challenges so frequently that y'all might as well go and invite the being itself over to come and play! @ 11:30 - 12/29/23: YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

[@FLmetalhead]

Saw Plini live like a month ago. They were epic. Sounded better than the album. Perfect sound.

[@australianwi-fi]

This is cool because the first time I saw Sleep Token they were supporting Northlane with Plini! There's a photo floating around of Plini with the ST members back stage on that tour haha

[@MS-dz1di]

Really?

[@GCF-Media]

I love what he did with the end section.

[@keast18]

This inspires me to drum again

[@ElectricJohn]

Best way to wake up this morning! Thanks guys watch till the end indeed….this is a monster!!

[@jordanvance1731]

Love Chris. Would love to see more of him.

[@descantinginsalubrious]

We need to talk about Chris's snare....I LOVE that thonk!

[@mountainofsound]

About 20 or 30 days faster than I could’ve learned it, great job chris!

[@AndyA1234]

Fantastic feel. It's all about the dynamics and accents which is something that some struggle with. That's the x factor that makes a great drummer.