The Iconic Drumming Behind "The Offering" | Sleep Token Song Breakdown

[@FrostyRhyssssHD]

Would love to see him do a ‘hears for the first time’ style video to see how he would do things

[@HelenNetoken]

My opinion only: That will never happen…they are anonymous and will never show that side of themselves..we are honoured to have these videos from ii ..we shall worship what we receive🫶🏻🖤

[@arcd5875]

Yeah Ramones

[@AnthonySkunkGreen]

i’m patiently waiting for that day. It’s gonna be absolutely epic.👌🏻🔥

[@arturosandoval9031]

@@HelenNetokenunless, it already has 🤯

[@doubts]

Yeah . Ask him to play a famous big band piece. Lol

[@shauryapandey6018]

I'm a simple man,I see II and i click

[@RealTroyE23]

Real

[@morrislindroth7910]

Ditto and Good Morning!! 😅😎🤙

[@peasanft6272]

I guess, I'm a simple man too

[@edwardthegreat3954]

Me too guys

[@AnakintheGalaxyDestroyer]

Real

[@TheFacelessOne87]

I really appreciate the commitment to the live performance and using the pads for the electronic drum parts instead of relying on backing track. Amazing.

[@Sabin41]

They're an awesome band to see live because he does the same thing on stage

[@jadonchacon]

Love that he actually plays the 808 parts himself instead of leaving it to a backing track

[@adiel5763]

I like how you guys release the videos one at a time, Feels like sipping fine wine.

[@carriefish]

It feels like an advent calendar that we've been opening since December. Christmas came early again and II is playing Santa 🎅

[@marcel1416]

@@carriefish Yep, I feel like they are going to tease us with these II videos until christmas - and on Christmas we get the long awaited "II hears XY for the first time" video that we have all been waiting for...

[@HugoLumumba]

Best comment on this thread, such subtle humor positing that anyone who can stomach this band is old enough to drink. Hats off.

[@HugoLumumba]

@@carriefishChristmas reference. Again, proving children, and only children like this god awful band.

[@aarongalicia4351]

The chokes on that crash cymbal are insane on the breakdown. His awareness on everything he is doing is just astonishing.

[@Bennybobs2016]

He even does it in some parts at the start, I was so shocked when I saw him so that to start with amongst the rest of what he was doing

[@thatwhite5.0L]

Yeah, how quickly he grabs it and keeps the rhythm is just God tier drumming.

[@SteelOfLegend]

And what's great about it is that you can hear the difference in the song and it makes a real impact to the music, not just wasted effort.

[@LovePantsu]

I just got upset by this song not being featured in II's interview, and now we have this. Truly, an offering. I'm not a drum player but II inspires me so much. It takes so much passion and patience to achieve this kind of virtuosity. I applaud you.

[@coreyw5981]

I remember thinking why are you doing Hypnosis and Like That again but not doing Offering or Summoning at all. His two biggest hits

[@HugoLumumba]

“Drum player”…it’s like every fan of this fucking terrible band is 11. I know they’re older than that, but when you add in metal faculty, emotional development, and general understanding, are they though?

[@HugoLumumba]

“I just got upset by this song” is where that could’ve ended.

[@jranderson4713]

Same! So glad we got this.

[@denniskillingsworth4436]

Man, this guy cant miss! What he was doing with low tom in the end was INSANE!

[@jeremysmith591]

Agree. It sounds so good.

[@0joeyw]

Still one of my favourite snare sounds ever 🤯

[@shadowboxer9757]

And his CRASH. Has this nice dark wash quality to it.

[@1LLU7ION]

It reminds me the sound of the snare in My Own Summer by Deftones, which I'm pretty sure II is a big fun of.

[@TheMetalFreshTiger]

is he using a 13'' snare?

[@1LLU7ION]

@@TheMetalFreshTiger He’s using a Yamaha Recording Custom 14” x 5,5”, as previously said on Drumeo.

[@spinxz_314]

​@@1LLU7IONabe is an influence of his.

[@t-zero8880]

Not a drummer, but have never heard something so well mastered like II. It is absolutely insane drumming to me, like every note matters

[@WalkerTxsRngr7]

The drumming from this song is the entire reason I took notice of them back in 2019. Have been a massive fan ever since.

[@cghothands]

The same thing happened to me, but last year. I was at a show with Alter Bridge, Mammoth WVH, and some other band. While they were changing up the stage before Mammoth's set, this song came on over the PA. My drummer ears perked up IMMEDIATELY when I heard that opening fill, and I was blown away by ii's playing and drum sounds. Especially that snare sound, which hits like a fucking hammer. 🤯 Didn't take long to figure out who they were, and I've never looked back. Can't get enough...

[@JPWokndead]

Same here! And around the same time, too!

[@elcrackengaitos_bs4804]

This man has the most creative cymbal usage I've ever seen, period

[@milesteg8183]

Yes! Thank you. So many little accents and fills that are just like, “Whoa. I would never think to put that there.” I could watch II play with mute on and just enjoy the action.

[@televation]

never heard this band before right now and the way he uses cymbals was the first thing i noticed. what a badass

[@milesteg8183]

@@televation Welcome. 🫡 The Summoning is a good starting point imo

[@jpettit]

You need to listen to Sean Reinert and Gene Hoglan's Death albums.

[@Sabin41]

It's crazy how busy his drumming style is yet at the same time he doesn't sound like he's overplaying anything. I think a lot of that is due to the way he floats around through the cymbals.

[@alyssamae4]

Happy II'sday!

[@ottoFRAGGER2]

your comment here just might be the greatest thing that I have come across on the internet today! God speed and keep up the good work!

[@5609Ali]

II’sday innit

[@dewnomountain]

​@@5609Alihaha

[@iansamuel5366]

This didn’t get the recognition it deserves

[@ghoulettewoman-iy4kn]

THE WAY I WAS GONNA SCROLL "oh it's ii, i already saw that video" AND THEN SAW "3h ago" and went like "WOAH WOAH WOAH-" never clicked so fast on a video

[@CurtisKlope]

Lol same

[@gnieves77]

Me everytime now with all his Drumeo videos 🤣

[@joebriggs8815]

Every sticking has meaning behind it. He never loses time. Ghost notes are off the charts. He's ABSOLUTELY the best

[@brandonward8160]

I love how some fills are just outside the pocket and then he brings it all back together at the end of the fill 🤌🏼

[@androtaz2621]

as a casual drummer at best, i love hearing someone dedicated to the craft. were i a fish this man could sell me water.

[@Jelle97S]

That cymbal choke @1:54 EXCUSE ME?????? Unreal drumming.

[@leonpeeon]

His quick cymbal chokes are always so good and tasteful! the ones he did in his performance of Vore, for example. Fantastic flavor.

[@TheNamesFathom]

there’s another great one at 5:35

[@mxb2432]

🥵

[@optiquest09]

And another one in 6:17 🥵

[@sarachavez8131]

Frrrr I caught that in a video of him beasting and I was like 🤯🤯

[@gavinmoore7255]

So Skilled but so much emotion as well, not many can get this across as well as II does. His drumming is the spine behind Sleep Token's immense sound.

[@MacG467_]

Thanks to Drumeo, I've been exposed to a new band. I really like Sleep Token's style on all their albums. Thanks to II for being willing to have this intimate session with us viewers.

[@nevanito]

The one track that made me fall in love with this band. Worship

[@oscobblepotcobblepot6972]

Never heard of this band before but holy monkey I have goosebumps watching this.

[@malaki7335]

Oh boy, down the rabbit hole you go then. The drumming is this good on basically every song

[@823Labs]

I take it by now you’ve now beared witness to their other offerings… they’ve quickly become one of my favorite bands.

[@Thefree_mandecker]

You’re a month into sleep token, how’s it going over there?? Haha

[@toanmaxdark7]

Love his use of ghost notes. Probably the tastiest uses of them and it's so in your face yet we don't realize how detailed they are

[@FaithFitzgerald07]

Absolutely agree. A lot of them are very difficult to hear on the original recordings, but the offerings ii has done both with drumeo and on ST's yt channel really show just how thoughtful he is with his playing. You can really hear it better on the instrumental albums too.

[@Angel-Andromeda]

I cannot play drums. I sat in front of a kit once and my teacher told me I sounded like I threw it down 3 flights of stairs. Even tho I have absolute 0 talent on the kit, I can tell a person who does and ii is always a pleasure to watch. It's like watching an artist paint. Watching the delicate drum and cymbal rolls and how ii gets into it is just addicting. I love Sleep Token. I love ii. Worship!

[@nateburke6071]

That's a real shame that you were belittled for trying to play your first time. It's like making fun of a kids drawing for not being a Picasso, of course you didn't sound good, you didn't know how to play lol. If you have interest in learning, drums are easier than ever to get started with these days. It's a fantastic hobby and a really fun instrument

[@_Ayuzoroy]

Yeah thats kind of a shitty way to be introduced to an instrument that takes years of dedication to be considered decent if it was easy everyone would play it, if you like drums dont stop playing them

[@andrealmeida6582]

Yes you can play drums, that's just a shit teacher. You should try again, don't be discouraged by negative comments like that.

[@AaronTremblay]

Dang, well you have me beat by one whole flight! 😂

[@thenuppy]

pick it back up broski. You can't blame yourself for not knowing how to do something. Even the greatest mathematicians in the world probably struggled with calculus.

[@froddy32623]

The way II plays the cymbals adds such a crystalline airy sound to the music. I just love it. Almost like a waterfall in a crystal cave😊

[@JPWokndead]

holycrap i love that description

[@armchairvilla4466]

II is an absolute technician! His accuracy is off the charts.

[@kallieteddy8288]

I'm not even a drummer, and II gives me so much appreciation for music and how it can heal us. WORSHIP 🖤

[@carriefish]

2:44 he's got the fluffy drumstick in one hand and turning a dial with the other, you know when he was a kid he said "Look what I can do" then rubbed his head and patted his belly at the same time 😭

[@Gray_Ivy]

I saw them live 2 days ago. Was so hyped when they started playing this.

[@dudgeon6]

That cymbal grab! The drum sound is incredible. Such a unique drummer. 10/10!

[@rolandpaterson9191]

Everything II plays sounds SO CLEEANN what a beast

[@that70sdude]

He is the most talented drummer I've heard in a long time. Unbelievable skilled and with just the right amount of fills without destroying the rhythm, even with that many fills going on there. Very accurate and so much on point, as I can tell as a drummer myself. Sleep Token was the most interesting and the only really new thing in music in the last 10yrs and still knows how to impress and to reimagine itself. I'm not into every song but you have to admit that they're talented as f*ck! Much love and thank you so much for this video!

[@tylersantiago3132]

That final breakdown in the song is disgusting. When he adds the floor tom in to give the illusion of a double bass during it is so beautiful

[@MatteoCavicchioli]

The dedication of II explaining his tracks is just on another level for me, he speaks like this is the only way that this song could be played.

[@FishingThePNW]

II is an absolute artist and savage! Love his style so much! The fills, the cymbal usage, the absolute crispy steezy execution. Never heard of this band until Drumeo and they are amazing! Also, his drums are tuned to PERFECTION and sound SO GOOD!

[@Mvinifeijo]

No word better than "beautiful" to explain his flowing on the drums

[@konstantinamil7189]

Give this man an award already

[@taylal9200]

They did! He was Drumeo’s Drummer of the Year last year. 🥹🥹

[@rabidsmiles]

I see Sleep Token here and I watch about 100 times. Please keep bringing this glorious musician back to talk about his skills with the drums.

[@a3s1r1986]

As a non-drummer, I appreciate that II talks about his grooves and breaks it down into a language. It's like how Penn and Teller explain their magic tricks yet doesn’t remove that wow factor.

[@amanokk]

what a great ii's day

[@dennisagresti9367]

His playing and technique are off the charts. What absolutely floors me is the gear he chooses, the sounds and textural choices he constantly comes up with. Freakin' mind-blowing. THAT's what separates this from simply a 'chops fest' into pure Art.

[@ven1x427]

1:55 these ghost notes are just insane

[@elmarkapp]

I feel there's something insane in most of the bars he's playing, but those ghost's are damn tasty for sure

[@stoney3708]

is a "ghost note" the subtle snare hits mixed in with the rest of the fill? I am not a drummer but love good drumming so i'm not familiar with a lot of the terms. I noticed those tiny subtle snare hits that keep the beat going while he was playing

[@khalmaster421]

Him and Eloy are the best ghosting note players

[@elmarkapp]

@@stoney3708 yeah man you nailed it

[@MTGWithMike]

Not a clue who this man is. But a master of his craft is my first impression. Keep on rocking my guy!

[@MorBakz]

I discovered years ago this band with this song, I was truly amazed by the drum part. It's a pleasure to finally a highlighted live drum video of this masterpiece. Thank you drumeo 😊

[@GriffXJ]

How the hell was this a 7 minute video? I swear, it felt like only 2 or 3 minutes? Absolutely phenomenal work by II!

[@tsukumohime]

He's iconic ! Beautiful to watch II playing drums every single time.

[@usergrade7812]

I love that you can tell that he loves playing these songs. He knows they have created beautiful art and has the humility to appreciate every time he gets to deliver it.

[@Annastasia666]

This dude is amazing! I could watch him all damn day & night playing the drums.......

[@WeaponsRemorse]

I have his drumeo Play through on repeat when playing chess

[@Annastasia666]

@@WeaponsRemorse Ok that is a great idea. When I watch him do these drumeo's I watch him like I have never ever seen a dude play the drums LOL. Mesmerized is an understatement

[@WeaponsRemorse]

@@Annastasia666 praise the goddess S L E E P and II For his continued offering us his disciples

[@dransel3345]

I know it has been said a ton in the comments already, but this man's cymbal work is unbelievable. I could watch these videos all day.

[@matosaw161]

Every video of II makes me happier. KEEP EM COMING.

[@Andy_Rose90]

I can't overstate how much I love the drumming in song in particular. Nothing gets me as hyped up as the ending.

[@XWoodbineX]

I find II absolutely mesmerising to watch and listen to, theres so much going on and none of it is predictable. Youre litterally on the edge of your seat trying to watch every little thing. He's clearly naturally gifted. No one else could play this because he just plays how he feels

[@josefhuber7948]

For me, he’s the best drummer out there right now! Please keep it up!

[@ignamax08]

I love how common people listens mostly the vocals, but we all here gather around the final breakdown

[@Will13drumheaded]

a drummer I can finally relate to so well in gospel to metal chops since Joey J.

[@DimosasQuest]

Would not be surprised if the members of Sleep Token all met at a conservatorium. Their skill level is really high and technical. Reminds me of early Muse. Has that unique creative flair.

[@BrokenSmokes]

I was actually just thinking how glad I am that II and Vessel found each other. Both are phenomenal musicians and could elevate any band to the next level BUT I'm absolutely positive that a lot of other band members would try to curb their creativity to stop them from "stealing the spotlight"

[@pandadoublexl]

The drummer is great, when have the others demonstrated a high level of technical skill?

[@BrokenSmokes]

@@pandadoublexl Vessel (singer) and II (Drummer) are supposedly the only two full-time members. Vessel reportedly writes, sings and plays all instruments, excluding drum parts, during studio versions/recordings himself. The other band members (III, IV, and the Vesselettes) are only involved during live performances

[@shabblabbat]

I was exposed to Sleep by TMBTE, but Sundowning is by far my favorite album. So great. George Lever did a magnificent job producing this!

[@Chanda2106]

Man if only I could only have even half his talent. It feels like christmas morning every time they give us these videos, only way better! Thank you II and Drumeo!!🖤

[@xajten]

When this song came out in the summer of 2019, Sleep Token grabbed a hold of me much in the same way II grabs those cymbals.

[@FullMetalLuffy]

This was the song that pulled me under back in 2020. Will forever hold that special place

[@zeppelin971]

I’ve been wanting an offering of “The Offering” for so long. I’m so hype right now

[@darrenbickerton6224]

He is fucking extraordinary man, love his drumming style man. Props to II

[@dalatina911]

WOWWW 🤯 his cymbal work is incredible! At one point it looked like he was doing constant 1/8th notes on the hi-hat pedal so casually, while doing a bunch of other things - I’ve never seen anyone do that before. #LIFEGOALS

[@LightsOut-KP]

THIS IS THE SONG THAT GOT ME INTO SLEEP TOKEN AND I SENT THIS SONG TO MY DAD AND SAID TO LISTEN TO THESE DRUMS!!!!

[@karmirahli4910]

Live ist er noch härter! Mir blieb die luft weg als der könig angefangen hat zu spielen❤❤❤❤

[@aaronbennett7032]

You know it’s a good day when I see II and drumeo!!!

[@gxrlfri3nd]

im so glad its the live version over the recorded version i❤ii so much he is literally my favorite thing in this world

[@VinceViglione]

My favorite Sleep Token song! Too sick!

[@cheriarnold830]

II is just phenomenal! Thee best drummer out there!

[@Berserk0653]

Didn't know about Sleep Token until Greyson did his take. Learning how good II is through this gave me an even greater appreciation for their music despite me not being a drummer. Greatly appreciate this channel!

[@joshuadelaughter]

The level of precision here is just incredible.

[@nonesovile8812]

I can watch his drumming for an extended amount of time and not get bored.

[@docknives3792]

This is my favorite sleep token song. Period. It was also my first. Worship.

[@sherimoi]

his snare sounds so good it deserves its own fanbase.

[@Funkadelic74]

This guy is from another world. What a flow.. and yes,that snare sound💥

[@helenakasunic8810]

Everything about this is absolutely beautiful 😍🔥🔥

[@blackmagic1067]

OMG OMG OMG YESSSSS!!!! One of my favorite sleep token songs. I'm so excited for this one! Now do one for Jaws!!

[@RaynalApe]

I concur on jaws, absolutely jam packed with tasty ghost notes.

[@xRamZx]

The song that started it all for me in 2019

[@mm0901]

I am a 58 year old woman and I love this channel. I just heard this band for the first time and was blown away. I sent this video to my 24 year old daughter who texted me back “oh I LOVE Sleep Token!” Generation gaps closed 😆

[@TaylorRodCarter]

The offering Take a bite is my all time favourite song ever🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@davydoom]

Wow, great surprise this morning!

[@grbggaming6885]

The way he uses cymbals is absolutely incredible. Idk if I've ever seen anything like it.

[@JEMTB90]

Cymbal catches of a god. I love II's drumming style so much.

[@adambates6541]

Drumeo and ii have made my day!! Absolutely love it! Thanks

[@happy_girl4813]

The cymbal catch at 6:04 LITERALLY FASTER THEN THE SPEED OF LIGHT

[@giovannimerced1801]

ii is just out of this world. Simple!

[@Matt-ie2rn]

II is just on another level and makes it seem like every other drummer isn't even trying... just wow.

[@4MULAone]

I think II’s is my favorite drummer of all time.

[@tonitoivanen2315]

I get chills every time I listen to this song. And his drumming makes it even better. Easily one of my favourite Sleep Token songs. 🤘

[@kalbaniskickdrum]

II takes it to new levels. I can't say it any other way.

[@enflans]

I was so eager for this!!! My first ST song that got me on repeat for the longest time just because of the drums and that ST atmosphere it brings. Thank you!!

[@disappointedbiscuit3231]

I'm just a guitar player but this guy makes me want to be a drummer. II makes these songs shine.

[@cedricbarber8883]

Drumeo got me introduced to Sleep Token, thank ya's!

[@Breckoo123]

literally remember finding this song at like 2am yeaaarrrrss ago and was entranced with the drumming. Love this playthough and love the extra electronic drums in the verse

[@stepht.9391]

The very first ST song I ever heard, and it still hits as hard as it did that first day!

[@brettwhyte1780]

I don't think y'all realize he was doing most of those snare fills with ONE HAND!!!😮 Probably the best drumming video I've ever seen

[@adriansmith6993]

A Master Drummer. Fun to watch II and so good on the ears ❤

[@theopinson3851]

So much that I thought was backing tracks/tape but he actually plays on those pads. Rad!

[@Fiorta]

I was completely ignorant of ii and Sleep Token. Thank you drumeo! I'm obsessed!

[@CMDR.OCurtis]

I am calling it II is the best and my most favorite drummer of all time