Sleep Token II Plays "Higher"

Watch Sleep Token’s II perform “Higher” from their first studio album 'Sundowning'.
This track features some of II's most complex drumming - dense ghost note grooves, challenging over-the-barline rhythms, and tons of his signature linear chops.
Worship.
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[@reimaginemark5058]

how cool would it be if Drumeo releases a "first time hearing" video with II. 🤣🤣

[@AbinLimRV]

Saw it on my notif and immediately thought he'll be playing creed's Higher LMAO

[@TheOneAndOnlyCumGuzzler]

Drumeo, make it happen please

[@DreadfulDrummer]

@@AbinLimRV Shows how much Creed I've heard... I immediately thought Devin Townsend 😅 and just as immediately realised; "don't be silly"

[@HoldPublicPigsResponsible]

Not up to them it’s up to II. If he wants to do it then he would

[@coreyw5981]

I swear someone else commented this and drumeo responded with a "👀" comment. So it seems they may very well release that video but damn they sure are making us wait if so

[@zynosgd9982]

love them or hate them, you can't deny II has to be one of the tastiest drummers in modern metal

[@Rose_in_Eden]

Exactly

[@Productive_Chad]

i do not like most of there songs but i respect the playing to bad the music is shit

[@Rose_in_Eden]

@@Productive_Chad tired of this people. The last part of Your comment is totally unnecessary

[@MrDivagation]

@@Productive_Chad Grow up man

[@Productive_Chad]

@@Rose_in_Eden Tired of ppl like you who cant accept that ppl dont like the same shit. What a suprise......................

[@Caldyman]

I will never understand how everything II does sounds so filthy and clean at the same time. 🤯

[@rufuske]

Talent.

[@Revelation-X]

@@rufuskehard work

[@mrdrprofsteve4455]

@@Revelation-Xwhy not both?

[@lxpcfc]

Math and technique.

[@nahbruhnope]

Controlled chaos

[@geodio]

I'd never listened to Sleep Token until these Drumeo videos. Good stuff.

[@colleensnyder8943]

@geodio #drumeo. I highly recommend you take a listen to Take Me Back To Eden in track-list order. It is an amazing treat.

[@Shreddylife]

Such an amazing band

[@dragonheart2403]

​@@colleensnyder8943 ahem sorry gonna say this, this place will be your tomb is also amazing and actually you should probably listen to it before take me back to Eden cause they connect

[@666rbr]

Same here lol

[@philtaylor6602]

Same. Good aye

[@reddeath5delta]

My dude looks like he's rocking out in front of thousands of people rather than chilling in a studio.... that's passion for the music right there.

[@alyssamae4]

I love when Drumeo drops 4 hour videos of II doing his thing. Week made.

[@Rocki1978]

Really? That video was 146876546698743651434184615 decades long... Seeing them live was amazing, but watching this video is something else indeed. Worship!!!

[@alyssamae4]

@Rocki1978 I've seen them live 3 times now and every show just gets better and better. All of them as a unit are just top tier.

Drumeo indroduced Sleep Token to me and I cannot be thankful enough. I have listened to hundreds of hours since and I can't get enough. Next time, please do "II hears xx for the first time"!

[@Whatthedon91]

Same. And picked up drumming because of II. Got my drum pads and used yamaha d55

[@maxtensile]

imagine how other songs could get different test with interpretation from II

[@KORNBG]

@@DjentleAnt i am hearing my self in that words

[@SimonaDrvek]

Vessel is the soul of Sleep Token, II is the beating heart. Thanks for another incredible video!

[@randomfangirl12345]

What a perfect way to describe them

[@travismccafferty]

well said. I often think of them as "1 and 2" They are the first 2 for a reason.

[@idn]

I saw Sleep Token live for the first time at Radio City Music Hall a few weeks ago and they were VERY impressive. I mostly went because I really enjoy II's drumming but, each member is clear master of many genres of music they keep evolving every year. The backing vocals trio (Espera) were incredible. Vessel was spot on with vocals (maybe a tad bit fatigued at the end of the show, but not badly). Entire experience was very positive and exceeded my expectations.

[@LadyGainhart]

My first show as well. I don't blame Vessel for being tired at the end of that - he put his entire being into that show.

[@cwm8565]

It was a spiritual experience. Was not prepared. The opening was gorgeous.

[@idn]

@@LadyGainhart Agree 👍

[@samraineri710]

That was my first time at RCMH - what a perfect atmosphere. It’s amazing he can still belt out some of those notes even with all of his cryptid dancing during the set 😂

[@haydenconley]

Clicked because I was hoping for a Creed cover - was not disappointed! Tasty, as always, II

[@PureCycling1]

😂😂

[@JM-yx2tb]

Not the only one 😂

[@willryan7968]

I embrace it. With Arms Wide Open!

[@PhillipKinnison]

that killed me 🤣🤣🤣

[@christophercowan1645]

lol. me too. Then I could not stop watching.

[@brunonaletto2101]

I just love that interlude where we only get the ambience and II's groove. I always find myself rewinding just to listen to that part again.

[@TylerHoltJams]

Can we just appreciate how absolutely crazy II is!!?? The most amazing and unique combo of metal and R&B drumming

[@katyas-mom]

Actually closer to gospel & r/b.

[@brohan24]

more like surface-level combo of metal and gospel. more talented drummers have been doing this for years, and at a much higher level.

[@Crazzzycarrot-qo5wr]

@@brohan24 Come on...

[@adrianfuentes8423]

@@brohan24 bro, totally unnecessary. All good at home?

[@ksmnocreativity]

​@@brohan24Yes, drummers like Tony Royster Jr., Luke Holland, Questlove, Mario Duplanteir, Anup Sastry, and many others do also do what II can do. What's the point of comparing great drummers with each other when they're all great players in their own right?

[@FeatherzMcG]

That section starting 0:54 is so filthy, it should be illegal

[@DeffoZappo]

Personally like Gavin Harrison more

[@jordanhorne7700]

It was straight 🔥

[@LPyxel]

​​@@DeffoZappoThat reply makes no sense here lol "Damn, that drum section was great!" "I ACTUALLY PREFER THIS OTHER DRUMMER 🤓"

[@Hopkins0316]

Insane cymbal work tbh.

[@kylee6051]

What does "filthy" mean in the music context?

[@georgebanks4360]

I will be eternally grateful to Mr. Will Ramos for introducing me to this incredible, mind-blowing group of immensely talented gents!

[@heyitsmeshane]

100%. I blew Sleep Token off after being introduced by Nik Nocturnal reviewing The Summoning until Will dropped the Chokehold cover. I loved his version and decided to give them a chance. They were my number one listened band by far last year. An probably still are this year too.

[@georgebanks4360]

@@heyitsmeshane Ditto, man! On Spotify no other group was even close last year. They were my top five songs, too. “This Place Will Become Your Tomb” is even better than Eden but that’s just my opinion.

[@heyitsmeshane]

@@georgebanks4360 Alkaline is for sure one of my favorite songs

[@MrEcarlson462]

@@georgebanks4360and Sundowning is even better than Tomb hahaha

[@willryan7968]

I am so impressed that the host kept his cool for this entire interview. More self control than me!

[@willryan7968]

You can always tell a professional drummer by the precision of the wear on their drumheads.

[@SuchFinessse]

Excellent catch

[@willryan7968]

@@SuchFinessse I’m a drummer myself, and my heads look a LOT worse lol

[@DerekWrites]

II has such an important role. In some sections he is solely responsible for adding motion and dynamics to the song.

[@RaymondHolt]

Aside from the vocals/lyrics he's by far the most important part of the band.

[@Jack_Attack_2580]

@@RaymondHoltthe responsibility that comes with being a drummer. “I have a responsibility to keep the band together” - Taylor Hawkins on being Foo Fighters’ drummer

[@nosnitsttam]

I could watch II do this all day. He's something else.

[@HelenNetallica]

After seeing him drum live a few days ago I can say he’s incredibly talented and a mind blowing drummer !🖤🫶🏻

[@KevinFoltz]

He is definitly one of the best Modern Metal Drummers in the World right now🔥🔥

[@StevelandCleamer]

I admire how much he uses his cymbals so much. It’s beautiful

[@jmckmedia6377]

Before I really listened to Sleep Token, I saw that ii was metal drummer of the year. I was like, what? I haven't even heard these guys do anything that blew me away. Well, I did a deep dive and let me tell you, I'm a fan! You don't need to have a lot of double bass or thrash beats to be metal. I'm glad I took the time to listen to their music, cause it's something else!

[@trewgas]

What a refreshing way to play, it's like he's just coming with the parts on the spot but it's perfectly laid.

[@lindadoucetowen]

Have you watched a josh dun drum break? He's super bouncy layer. Look up twenty one pilots fall away live.

[@trewgas]

@@lindadoucetowen You're right, I love Josh's playing style. Fuck anyone that dares criticize his simplicity

[@TheZachdeven]

After seeing Sleep Token Live ii is everything he is being hyped up too be and more.

[@RaymondHolt]

Agreed! Saw them in NYC and had my hopes and was absolutely blown away. Better than I could've expected.

[@redcap5616]

Ahhh Higher, this song takes me back to when I discovered them while listening to KZbin's random suggestions and they had just released The Sundowning. Glad to see how far they've come

[@scottdrew306]

Really appreciate Drumeo for this. I dont care what anyone says, watch the entire hour long video, its AMAZING.

[@vanjabi8827]

Thank you for highlighting this performance. I’ve binge watched the full length performance and interview video and this is the song I found myself going back to over and over. That man SHREDS 👌🏽🙂‍↔️

[@catmandan93]

I think the reason II is such an incredible drummer is not only because of the precision of his playing, but because he straddles the line of structured and unstructured within the same phrase. His parts are like a living organism where it's alive and ever changing. Out of any newer drummers out there, watching him play gives me goosebumps every single time. Hopefully next time Sleep Token comes around my area, I can make it to a live show.

[@timvancourt7213]

Absolute insanity that people can hold these beats. Thing of beauty here.

[@Fanafranky]

Well, I still don't 100% understand that band, but at least now I know their drummer is top tier! Very tasty fills and creative choices

[@s14dorikin]

Definitely what I like about II…he’s all fills and technicality. Not the fastest or most powerful, but clean and precise and creative. Their music isn’t for everyone, took me awhile to warm up to it; it’s like Metal meets R&B meets electronic. I’ve heard people refer to it as “Fuck Metal”…probably the most accurate description, lol.

[@riz0096]

@@s14dorikin You mean 'Eroticore' ? 🤣

[@s14dorikin]

@@riz0096Potato, Patato. Lol

[@LucasJanut]

His snare is always a gun shot! My gosh!

[@andrewsutton2266]

This is the best sleep token song. Its so damn good

[@Radowitzki]

Man, the rest must be unlistenable then!

[@Melanie_M]

the pure mastery that this man presents with his instrument... resisted giving Sleep Token a go for so long, but seeing him behind the drums just broke me down in a good way. Thoroughly enjoying their discography now.

[@holysparkbatman]

I’ve never wanted to be a drum set more than right now.

[@mslovelyshot]

I love these isolations from him 🥹

[@samanthagorman998]

i grew up with my dad drumming all my life, my brother doing the same and i am still always amazed when i watch drummer focused videos because it never gets enough hype. Watching II have so many things going on at once is so cool to watch. much love

[@hannapeichel501]

So glad to see this incredible song getting more love. II's range really shines in this.

[@craigtimmis2056]

By far one of the best drummers on the planet today, the precision, the tasteful accompaniment, the articulation, amazing.

[@BOOGiNS]

There are so many drummers you have never seen. He's average.

[@jezoa]

@@BOOGiNSsaying he’s average is crazy 😂 he’s easily top 10, and evidently young so there’s only room to grow. He is already extremely studied and knows his way around his kit better that you (probably)

[@TheNamesFathom]

@@BOOGiNSthere’s definitely better drummers but this dude is not average LMAO

[@kernicterus1233]

@@BOOGiNS That does not appear to be the opinion in the Drumeo description.

[@nickrails]

​@BOOGiNS To say that this guy is average indicates to me that you haven't had much recording experience (especially with click and backing tracks) where your playing is under microscopic examination for precision and cleaness. Music isnt a competition, celebrating other people's skills and achievements doesnt diminish your own, and this fella is very, very good.

[@ThePolluginager]

The way he plays the drums.. my god it is so fun to watch. His sound and style is perfect

[@JPSchulzy82]

This song played back to back with "Dark Signs" is up there with the best combos of all time. I finally got to see "Higher" live a few weeks ago at the show in Iowa. 🖤🎵🔥

[@felipebraganca2312]

THERE HE IS. THE GOAT

[@corvuswoodfordi]

I guess it’s time to watch his drumeo interview again. Yippee!!

[@sarahbellum6571]

crying. sliding down a wall. one of my favorite songs by them thank u Drumeo

[@katsweeney8167]

raw talent from an ethereal band, II is undeniably the best and ill die on that hill.

[@nicornkernels4863]

he's just so good my gawdddd

[@JaredTG.]

One of my favorite songs by them

[@dragracingpainter4462]

You have a great job getting to sit and watch so closely in person with all of the great drummers you have on this channel...I see you soaking it in !! Awesome video bro!!

[@RealTroyE23]

More of the 🐐 on a random Tuesday, lets gooo

[@acason4]

The guy is a monster, but claiming he's the "GOAT" is just silly.

[@Radowitzki]

Goat? hahaha. Princess, please!

[@paladinminipedro707]

I would put him in the top 10.

[@doncheadljuice3370]

I don't care what other people are saying, II can groove better and fill better than any drummer I've ever heard. Still, I'd leave the goat title to people like Danny Carey, Mike Portnoy, Eloy Casagrande, and Joey Jordison.

[@RealTroyE23]

@@acason4 I get it, its just like the GOAT debate in sports, we all have our own opinions! He's still young and room to get even better.

[@doconline]

This guy plays with so much flavor it's unbelievable. Incredible performance.

[@chrisjames7803]

The space you breathe into your section is well frankly, astounding!!

[@DarkestofTimes]

II is a crazy drummer, any empty space where another drummer might just hold thr groove down and so something simple, he throws in all this intricate cymbal work and crazy fills.

[@mael1515]

He takes drumming a little higher 🥰

[@deadly-mage1697]

absolutely amazing song (my fav from Sundowning) , and you can see how much he loves what he does!

[@KORNBG]

That song in 1h offering vid made me sleep token fan

[@The..Spirit]

Im officially addicted to II!! He is so good worship

[@ZakiMarzuki9]

Man I thought he’s gonna play Creed. Disappointed. 😅

[@jk5kwastaken]

Same

[@seanritchie91]

Same haha

[@RingoMulder]

Like playing that would've been nowhere as impressive 🙄

[@tonyjuguan4292]

Dammit! 😓 haha

[@mildchaos6037]

Same

[@dreadsasho]

To me II is currently the best drummer that we have on our beautiful planet. Eloy and El Estepario are up there too, but only II has this unmatched dancing elegance and groove out of the three.

[@ser_igel]

counterargument: larnell (i would even say JD Beck but i understand i'm biased in terms of music genre)

[@HoustonRoad]

You need to get out more lol

[@flingflang69]

@@HoustonRoad preach brother

[@drummerboi15208]

That snare is everything!!! 🔥🔥🔥

[@TheBeldorus]

Istanbul..,the perfect sounds of my homeland's ancient cymbals..

[@erenkoyunoglu4978]

Ulan Beldor, yine mi sen!

[@blackheartscars]

sleep token's songwriting just blows my mind

[@onechippyboi]

It's crazy because I've never picked up a pair of drumsticks in my life but I can confidently say that II is the one who made me a fan of Sleep Token. I remember the first song I ever heard was "The Offering" and I thought it was an okay song until that instrumental outro and I had to just play the ending over and over just to listen to the drums. Hypnosis is also an incredible track for listening to his drumming.

[@Kitti_B]

Drumeo made me buy a ticket to see their show in Budapest. They'll play in Budapest two weeks after Dream Theater. I'm spoiled.

[@aniketacharya512]

Hell yeah, this is my favourite drum song. Absolutely amazing work. Now i can watch this on repeat 😁

[@kiviski]

it's time for "first time" for II

[@tokyoxide]

I am losing my mind over this. The joy of hearing this is insane, one of my favourite songs Sleep Token’s ever released. Love II’s drumming so much, this man is crazy good at what he does.

[@bea1683]

I always tear up when I hear II playing. His passion is something I can't put into words. I hope I can see him playing live one day 🥰

[@johnepavek]

This is a great example of how a mid song is made great with a talented drummer.

[@WickedRaccoon16_61]

Thank you drumeo! 🤘🤘

[@SALLY-uv7se]

HEAR HEAR ☘️✌️🇺🇸

[@Qweenkayy]

Im so happy I got to see them live in Laval, and I had a pretty good view of ii 🖤

[@PneumaNoose]

I just love how II feels the music. He’s one of a handful of drummers that keep me practicing as a new drum learner.

[@drexrae]

A monster on drums!!! WORSHIP 🔥

[@stevemuzak8526]

Stop this worship nonsense. This is just a band. Not a cult.

[@Childofbhaal]

@@stevemuzak8526It’s part of the band lore. They call their shows rituals and worship is a common expression people say to them

[@jezoa]

@@stevemuzak8526that is their saying, Mr. FunAtParties. 😂

[@stevemuzak8526]

@@jezoa Only sheep worship.

[@jezoa]

@@stevemuzak8526 Jeez someone's mad

[@joeldrummer23]

One word that comes into mind of his drumming is “tasteful” 👍🏽👍🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@GeraldO800]

this is completely bananas to watch! so good

[@mattt8902]

Sleep token are so unique. So much talent. Unbelievable band

[@grapejuice555]

Drumeo needs to do a battle of the masked drummers. Eloy Casagrande from Slipknot vs II from Sleep Token vs Hayden Scott from Ghost vs Steve Felton from Mushroomhead.

[@brohan24]

eloy obliterates all guys combined with one hand tied behind his back

[@oleksandrhorskyi8442]

@@brohan24 especially II

[@DreadfulDrummer]

When do we get the "II hears Jojo Siwa for the first time" and "II learns The Black Page as quickly as possible" videos?

[@GabrielRibeiro-bh7on]

More incredible than watching this video was seeing him live, he is an absolute genius

[@EionTsukasa]

I see Sleep Token, I play.

[@jarisek7340]

Biggest fan here!

[@ryanmoore7927]

Not only is he a beast, but he does it with a mask and costume. Insane talent!

[@troublednamed8054]

This song/ also 1h video introduced me to Sleep token, forever grateful for that.❤

[@troublednamed8054]

Absolutely same ❤

[@linamariadazaduque5843]

Brutal 🔥🔥🔥

[@vitoy147]

For a second, I thought he covering “Higher” from Creed 😂

[@joeldrummer23]

🤦🏻‍♂️🤣

[@jchavez915]

🤣🤣

[@jdmmike7225]

Still looks like a tarantula while playing.🕷️ Cymbal work is god tier as always 🤘

[@t.m.p8187]

one of the cleanest players to ever exist!

[@andresberdu]

What is that, Reggaeton?

[@sirspikey]

never got the hype of sleep token, the only interesting with their music are the the drums

[@debrahughes]

One of the greatest drummers, honestly he’s so talented.

[@lukemwill99]

I honestly can't get over his precision still after all the Drumeo videos. II is absolutely insane.

[@1k1ta]

I still do not understand why this group is so promoted. There is nothing special in them for my taste.

[@zackgore3439]

Good thing there is millions of other people who disagree with that statement of yours. Can't make everyone happy 🤷‍♂️

[@nckhed]

​@@zackgore3439 What I'd love to know is why y'all get so defensive over these kinds of comments. You acknowledge the fact that not everyone will be pleased, but you also seem to resent that fact, too.

[@1k1ta]

@@zackgore3439 it's just my opinion, can i share it here? Thanks 😀

[@jumbojumbostatif1704]

Weird music.

[@AaronWalker2008]

Weird comment if you hate it then leave.

[@BrotherRooney]

ii Has easily become one of my favorite drummers. I often find myself thinking that his drumming is a HUGE factor into Sleep Token's sound. Simply brilliant.

[@GetBetterGolf]

I’ve listened to the album version of this song many times, and it doesn’t do justice how amazing II’s use of cymbals is! The emphasis on the drums in this live mix is unbelievable. They need to rerelease this song with this production.

[@NoHandleAT]

Average... I don't get the hype.

[@alwasitacatisaw1275]

Someone’s envious

[@nckhed]

​@@alwasitacatisaw1275 Nah, someone just has an opinion, like all of us. Your logic is that of a child, though. The drums are cool, but the music itself is just kind of blah. Seems like people would have caught on by now that everyone has opinions and preferences. Bands like this are not our preference, and that's just fine. We aren't envious or jealous. We just don't like it.

[@alamunez]

I’ve never understood Sleep Token. They’re all brilliant musicians and yet they decide to write this kind of teen pop music. Why? 🤷

[@alexandertiberius1098]

The only way this comment makes any sense is if you've barely listened to them. Are you saying Gods, Vore, Aqua Regia, chokehold or the summoning are teen pop songs?

[@leonpeeon]

@@alexandertiberius1098 Truly. Atlantic, Acensionism, Blood Sport - all pure teen pop. No difference between those and early Britney or peak BTS. The exact same.

[@alamunez]

@@alexandertiberius1098 Yes. Basic R&B melodies over busy drumming.

[@alexandertiberius1098]

Oh, I get it now. You don't know what you're talking about.

[@leonpeeon]

@@alamunez cute

[@danflak2370]

Soooo gooood so precisely awesome! And the sound, oh the sound

[@Andrea-de8ix]

I know absolutely dick all about drumming I play bass, but I can definitely say I absolutely love how he plays and how he sounds. He blends so many different styles so well. And the little tippy-tap things that he does at around 1:05 are just so satisfying sounding.

[@CumonherMcGregor]

I’m very impressed by how good he is.

[@Leaving_Orbit]

This song still gives me chills. II is a machine, what a craftsman.

[@texasdiscountair4180]

Dude this guy is freaking legend

[@MaskofFayt]

Damn, another new band to listen to after falling back into the drumeo rabbit hole