Gregg Bissonette Hears System Of A Down For The First Time

[@DrumeoOfficial]

Massive Gregg Energy 😆. If you enjoy his video, check out Gregg's lessons on rudiments, sight reading and groove inside Drumeo. The first 1000 to try 7 days will be sent a free drum key: www.drumeo.com/trial-key

[@TrevorSchulz666]

First video I’ve watched of yours. I think you’re crazy and I like that. I’m now a fan.

[@CarolinaBassHunter]

Great video 👍👍

[@DavidJohansson-i3p]

Awesome drummer as always could i request you bring nate smith on a vid?

[@cambo6967]

Peruvian marching powder **

[@MrBoooooring]

Man I love this guy's vibe ❤

[@greggdrums]

Wow! Thank you for all the amazing comments everybody! What a BLAST!

[@LikeAPetrol]

You did amazing job. Totally different song. Wow

[@ianboylan1981]

Gregg your energy and enthusiasm is a joy to watch. It's very clear how much passion you have. One of the best Drumeo videos easily.

[@afterforever2765]

Legend!

[@jahmun]

🔥

[@cattunger]

It was a pleasure to watch.

[@AugustDwight]

I don't think I've ever seen a man who had less need of a Red Bull

[@BrettBorovic]

😂 so true!

[@Apethantos]

HE is the one giving Red Bull wings.

[@JRSiebz]

I think the Red Bull drank him

[@saintjabroni]

😂😂😂😂

[@nurlindafsihotang49]

Bruv...in 70s they use the other one...ya know....the snot sugar😂

[@shanmacaraan8428]

We found the drummer with the energy of a Labrador Retriever!!!

[@tommyrq180]

It’s my Lab, Bomber, when meeting any delivery person…basically an enthusiastic mugging. 😂

[@BlackstarStudio787]

honestly, most of the ones i knew growing up were like that. thats why they wanted to smack on the drums!

[@RioPolaris]

well, he played for spinal tap. fitting.

[@DrWOF]

Try border collie

[@garagavia]

And the hair

[@shipwrecked560]

Holy shit this guy is literally like the ideal studio drummer. While other drummers on this show have put on more technical performances for sure, the way he so quickly zeroed in on the song structure, the parts needed for each section, and created such a detailed chart on just 2 listens that he was able to nail the first take like he knew the song. THEN HE DID MORE TAKES. This is the guy I want in the studio with me.

[@rebel4466]

While he did a different style, I actually really enjoy it. At some points it even has a harder sound because "less is more". Really like it when someone does their own thing and doesn't "just" play pretty much the real thing. Great guy on top of it.

[@CS-px9rr]

Absolutely agree. The difference between what he did and the original is just the direction. If you told him you wanted more drama, he would have got to the original song's spec in 10 minutes

[@byrondean]

His drum work on Joe Satriani's The Extremist fit the songs perfectly. It's a big reason why I regard it as the best of Joe Satriani's studio albums.

[@mikeb598]

@@byrondeanagreed. I was at the video shoot (invite from Gregg and set up his drums later than night for a jazz gig) for Summer Song at Saugus Speedway in July of 1992. I sent Gregg and Matt texts not long ago saying Joe should do another album with them next year in 2025 and call it 33 years Later!

[@HappyBeezerStudios]

Noticed that as well. His blind drumming was surprisingly close to the original track. All of the drummers on the show bring great performances, but there is often quite a difference.

[@dominitrov]

I love how he has the drums in front of him and he still makes the sounds with his mouth

[@Drumrock361]

If you can speak it you can drum it. lol

[@Drum2]

haha, I do it loud while I play everything. When I watch my drum cover videos back on the phone without my drums, its hilarious the sounds I make :)

[@diegopeart]

if you can sing it, you can put it into drums more easily.

[@chrisparti]

@@Drumrock361 That's Greg's mantra... I saw a video of him and Chad showing Nandi Bushel some stuff (it was amazing) and he was explaining that idea to her..

[@Drumrock361]

@@chrisparti That's what all my drumline instructors said. We used to have to sing the lines before we could play it to make sure the part wasn't too complicated for anyone.

[@thukdun]

This dude's energy made me realize that life can have much more joy in whatever you do as long as you love it.

[@lbakicz]

As an introvert this guy would melt my brain in few hours lmao

[@marklnz]

@@lbakicz hahahaha me too! I'm exhausted just from watching the first 5 minutes of this video! I love the guy's enthusiasm and energy but shit, I couldn't be around it for very long!

[@fosho332]

Yes, get off of social media, and don't watch the news. See how you feel.

[@Crogatho]

And have money, financial stress can ruin any hobby you love

[@TarkasBane]

I'm just imagining living in a bus for months on end with him and David Lee Roth constantly talking.

[@gryyphyn8639]

I really want to see artist reactions to their songs getting covered like this, especially the drummers.

[@JuneTao-z2j]

i second this!

[@grantallardyce5282]

Yeah! Another level of insight!

[@DylanMYoung]

They heard you on that one! On some of their newer videos they have the band's drummer react at the end. Would be cool to go back through and get some posthumous reactions to these older videos though

[@jumorin5]

Guess, thats the reason of Thomas Lang performance got deleted...

[@Seraphyx]

100% agree, maybe also have them give some background on the song or decisions they made while writing it along with the reaction

[@LorenLeonard]

How can you NOT love this dude's enthusiasm and crazy professionalism?! Just a first class musician!

[@vicchopin]

INCREDIBLE energy from a 65 year old man. Amazing!

[@Lance37a]

Age is just a number.

[@andreasbreitwieser1449]

Im his generation and i love it, that he plays it in his (our) style and the younger players are not bored from his groove oriented (old school) attitude.........

[@Dj_355]

@@Lance37aaye calm down there pal

[@bishopoftroy]

@@Dj_355 why did his comment upset you so much ?

[@JoaoFernandes-jf8if]

Drums give life

[@marshalltp1]

Nothing cooler than to watch someone phenomenal at their craft thoroughly and humbly enjoying this endeavor.

[@God_Of_War1988]

And also enjoying cocaine 😂

[@marshalltp1]

@@God_Of_War1988 🤣 well enjoying is the point 🤣

[@xdudeifartedx]

Agreed

[@rjk778855]

PLEASE have him as a monthly guest. His commitment to breaking down the song and improving it is next level

[@weenusdeletus8068]

i have to agree. This is such a gift to the music community in general, but there's a reason he was the first guest. 10/10, what a way to express passion. Would adopt him as my grandfather

[@TEJR69]

WORD!

[@ErikaEmody]

This. Yea.

[@user-tb2un2ly8c]

Wow...that was next level... Respect... Please once a month

[@Kouros-t6d]

SOTD DO SUCKS !! nuemoextremmetal is GARBAGE ! Gregg every thing you have played is better than this crap ! AOR prog rock and hard-rock are Gregg's true love!

[@alanaprogmetal]

He's such a great dude and so humble. He came to Chile in 1999 for a drum clinic and during the trip, one of his crash cymbals broke and I lend him mine (Custom Zildjian A Custom 18"). He shared his gratefulness by signing it "God bless you Ana."

[@alexshtyn6336]

Yo, that's so cool.

[@ocm_]

historia ql buena

[@Victor-pv5sc]

Oooh la wea wena, bkn la historia !

[@alanaprogmetal]

@@Victor-pv5sc Siiiii ....Inolvidable ....La clinica empezaba a las 18:00 horas en Providencia y habia sido invitada por mi profe de bateria, el gran Carlos Figueroa padre, junto a mi gran amigo Rudy Ferrada , batero de Tumulto. Fui a mi casa a buscar el platillo y la clinica empezó a las 19:00 horas. Al final del evento, lo fuimos a dejar al Hotel Crown Plaza, donde se estaba alojando. Gracias por comentar. 🙂

[@diegoski345]

WEA BUENA

[@corinnacohn7389]

This guy definitely runs an incredible D&D campaign.

[@FadeToBlackOps]

Oh, hands down!

[@joeyjojojuniorshabadoo4937]

💀💀💀💀💀😂😂😂😂😂

[@Ailasor]

More like AD&HD... so much energy..

[@cru2006]

truee

[@HioshimaFried]

I wanna play a bard in his campaign SO hard

[@ASwaggerSwan]

Your editor needs a raise. If you are reading this buddy, then I hope they listened.

[@Shuba96]

For real 🙌

[@Issvor]

Definitely agree! The story telling mixed in with the playing was fantastic

[@CathalCots]

Must be a drummer. They're showing the perfect angle for each hit.

[@twelvecatsinatrenchcoat]

"Fourth take?!?!" "...Final take..."

[@andrewoverhere8525]

When the drummer is listening to a take without percussion, we shouldn't be hearing the version with it

[@DiegoreSCL]

the way he said DOLMAYAAAAN is the same way an older cousin/uncle would greet a family member they haven't seen in a while

[@ConradParadox]

Ah well said!

[@najsuroviji]

And not to know one his most favorite songs yet. Wonder how many of these vids will they milk more.

[@KrisEnigma]

Mira a quien pillé acá, jajaja

[@naudroskam]

My mind immediately went to GTA 4's iconic "COUSINNNN LET'S GO BOWLING" line hahaha, same vibe

[@aarronhamilton4773]

He's absolutely transformed this song, groove parts, the vocals singled out differently and alters the verse vocal rhythms. It's surreal. This is the best drumeo cover in terms of personal interpretation by miles.

[@MrDizzizz]

Love how he hears the band name and is basically just like "oh yeah I run into the drummer at Whole Foods sometimes" like he doesn't listen to the band, he's just excited about his neighbor

[@HandOfVecna1188]

Next time he runs into him he's either going to be really annoying OR they're both going to nerd out for an hour in the produce section.

[@williamstrachan]

@@HandOfVecna1188 ah man if they're standing near the carrots there's going to be shreds of carrot everywhere. If it's closer to halloween they might even be smashing pumpkins.

[@MatthewLeering]

What a great guy

[@KittenPie_]

@@williamstrachanthat was a good one

[@AntGut69]

That's how my wife is when she runs in to Ray Luzier at Publix. They may chat a bit about kids and school, but she has zero clue/interest in the music.

[@xtremErisa]

"I want to do it like this - it's better. . . . Way better than what I did." You gotta love and be in awe of this humility. Wow.

[@Lotus77777]

It’s undeniable.

[@jensrasmussen9228]

AND his positivity!❤🎉

Well, the original drums are amazing, one of the best drum songs. And no one is going to one up that in a couple of takes, I'd imagine most drummers have the humility to understand that!

[@enjoybrad81]

That's a key ingredient in what makes a good musician.

[@solderbuff]

I wish they did the 5th take.

[@javigd96]

Dolmayan's part is so integral to the original song that it looks like a different song if you change it. So creative.

[@martincastro1185]

yeah!! this song is really really cool and of course we know the drums have a big part of it, but when you change the drums you see how it is the main thing here

[@rosswheatley8329]

Dolmayan's drums transform the song so much that it even changes how the ear perceives the articulation of some vocal rhythms, the difference of which can only be heard in Gregg's playthrough. Wild.

[@Teo9969Uploads]

I cannot get over just how much the tracking eighth notes in the china during the chorus just completely change how the vocals land. The vocal line is so pain stakingly rhythmic out of its original context but just melts into the original drum composition.

[@desanctisapostata]

This video really makes You apreciate how creative and full of personality his drumming is. You could truly pick SOADS drum lines just because of the personality they have

[@skamegeddon915]

He's like a mad scientist and a chef blended into a drummer. Love him explaining his process

[@DrRedsss]

This man must be protected.

[@vukjovanovicofficial]

Agreed! His energy and style are truly unmatched! Love Greg to death!

[@dannyboy3658]

At all costs!

[@urirosenberg75]

Never knew he's so cool!! 😎❤

[@moumouzel]

then stfu and go protect him

[@MrRezRising]

Oh please. Greg survived being Spinäl Taps' drummer. He clearly can take care of himself.

[@jarooosa]

You can clearly see why this guy has worked with so many artists, clearly talented, but one of those personalities that lifts everyone around them. Perfect for a temp drummer.

[@justinerb6975]

Just the absolute perfect example of a musical professional.

[@marknewellmusic]

This guy would make a terrible temp drummer, no one would ever want to give him up! Legend 😊

[@Tikimohn]

Dude damn near nailed the entire drum set for this song... so wild.

[@matiasgenoves7157]

There’s no one more fun to hang out with than a man that doesn’t recognize SOAD’s most popular song but actually knows the name of the drummer.

[@tanssi2145]

Hahahah brilliant

[@itsyeaboi5333]

and from what i get from the video knows him personally and quite well at that lol

[@dfrnascimento]

He lives across the freeway 😂 It’s so sick, the guests saying “Oh I should have done that”, “way better than what I did”. So humble and cheerful. Chad was the same. Great series! This is awesome

[@jpotter]

Most drummers know fellow famous drummers apparently. But dont really listen to their work. & its still fine coz we get to see them like this.

[@marsdust332]

Chop Suey! is probably their most popular though.

[@ninaradio]

I love that he shows his chart in such detail - and that he thoroughly embraces traditional notation and all it has to offer for making a clear road map.

[@patricklynch9048]

I need this guy to be my life coach. Seemingly boundless positive energy and nailed this song.

[@MonsterJuiced]

He's just having one really great day Patrick, you can feel like this and be like this too if you were out going to do something you absolutely love, and find fun. That's all it is. Nobody is like this everyday, he's gonna have his real low days too and long stretches of focus and minimal charisma while he works.

[@twelvecatsinatrenchcoat]

You'd be sick of it by day 2.

[@thomasn2689]

When you see Gregg's version wich is the most "natural way" to play this song (and he did it amazingly well) you understand how much John Dolmayan's work on the drum part is insanely creative and serve the song. This concept is amazing, not surprising that every music youtube channel are doing this now. Thanks Drumeo !

[@atravelerofbothtimespace4172]

John dolmayan has onea the most unique drumming styles to me lol I can play most anything by ear but John's stuff is difficult

[@Jonathan-gl3tf]

Please let me know what are these music channels that is doing the same. I personally only know Drumeo.

[@GrandmasterBeard]

@@Jonathan-gl3tf Pianote is doing it for piano and Scott's Bass Lessons is doing it for bass

[@laionfirtin]

@@GrandmasterBeard also Drumble is doing it and they even shout out Drumeo for the 'inspiration'

[@deadforever]

For real, even just choosing to play the ride count in the intro. It's a completely fine choice but takes away from the impact when the full drums kick in

[@TheNavanshu]

This is the sweetest most wholesome drum video on the internet. This man has Golden retriever energy

[@burningpapersun1]

oh man if him and extraemily got together for a video, it would be a blast and make 0 sense

[@siddharthsingh4095]

Sweet

[@Ranger1216]

Yeah he is like a big puppy dog

[@danny.217]

Cringe af comment

[@planetcaravan2925]

Cocaine

[@chadb6964]

I was Gregg’s drum tech at the modern Drummer festival 30+ years ago, it was literally a couple days after his father had passed away, who was his drum tech for many years. In the middle of his drum solo, the snare broke and without missing a beat, he had me climb under his leg remove the mic from his snare drum, reach over and grab a snare that we had borrowed from Alan White (who had performed just before Gregg), and then climb back under his lifted left leg to replace the snare drum, put a top and bottom mic on it and get out of the way! He didn’t miss one beat! Gregg has always had this kind of energy and what a sweet guy to work with.

[@The_Rottenmango]

This, my friends, is what passion looks like. If you ever find something that makes you feel this way, hang onto it for dear life.

[@tehlothi]

I never comment on KZbin, but this may be a hall of famer episode of this series. Dude knows how to put on a show. He was a blast to watch.

[@EydeeEySee]

same here. let alone reply to a comment. but this video and this awesome drummer deserves it.

[@justinerb6975]

⁠the vocal cues that Samus did are downright brilliant.

[@toranada]

I'm not a drummer, but this is such an entertaining format. Great editing and rapport!

[@_Savannah.Pascoe._]

Always go with your first instinct.

[@chrisholtz7406]

Wow..this right here just proves why so many artists wanted him on drums..his attitude and personality is infectious

[@ruffryder13]

A real pro

[@greywolf2155]

Right??? You get this guy in the studio, you know it's gonna be a good session

[@yardiemark]

This guy could walk in and cure the writer’s block of the band just from his energy

[@jimidave6281]

The best thing from these videos, is the realisation of just HOW important the percussion is to a feel of a song.

[@GesterX]

The space he leaves in the chorus gives the song such a more dramatic, heavy feel.

[@d1sp0s1t10n]

I really enjoyed that too

[@rafazeppelin]

I really loved how the vocals fit. Kinda on the upbeats...

[@annoorange123]

Nah, there's so much space, that vocal sound naked. Loved the interpretation though, and I don't mind the double bass

[@Sid00077]

@@annoorange123 I felt the same way. The vocal is too aggressive to be left alone. The drum fills up that space so well and complements the vocal.

[@pecesdeciudadmx]

Singer just make noise on live, so, better to cover it.

[@daddyyu-gi-oh4330]

This guy talks like my 5 year old son before he’s meant to go to bed 😂 love it

[@alistairclifton1286]

and has played on so many songs that you have heard. the dude is an absolute legend.

[@darkstar913]

That's exactly what I was thinking. He has that child like energy where he is so excited about things he loves. ❤

[@ilovegames9708]

"this guy" SMH.....

[@TarkasBane]

@@ilovegames9708 Every person who doesn't know Gregg Bissonette is a chance to introduce a person to Gregg Bissonette.

[@gloriazaragoza3349]

😂😂

[@DocTater]

This dude is like ADHD, but cured the AD part, and makes the hyper activity super efficient. Greg is who people who really have ADHD strive to be. I love this man! Thanks for being so inspiring!!

[@cleatus6699]

This dude is everyone’s best friend. What a precious human.

[@Wickate]

The key thing that makes all these kinds of videos good is the editing. The team or person behind that process and these results is worth their weight in gold.

[@criticalcandor]

Truly

[@pankace3296]

This is what mastery of an instrument on a theoretical level looks like. The fact that such a wealth of skill and knowledge is also so humble and nice is truly amazing.

[@Diniven]

This dude's energy and positivity is infectious! He's the opposite of toxicity

[@seanmcguire4663]

There's a reason this guy has played with all the greats. What a gem.

[@kaorijoy]

I love that as soon as they said SOAD he says "dolmayan!" He's a student always❤

[@audibletapehiss3764]

Yeah. He might not know the song, but you bet he knows the guy!

[@pyrokinetikrlz]

but he never heard anything from SOAD.... he had no idea about toxicity :D

[@rocafella142]

This drummer is so cool. The way he plays, his personality, his whole energy

[@Sanji0325]

He as a absolutely legend, he played drums with other legends like Ringo Starr, Simon Phillips, Billy Cobham, Dave Weckl... search him videos with Buddy Rich Big Band, Dennis Chambers and the legendary drummer Louis Bellson... absolutely one of the awesome jazz drummers of all times

[@frankyjas5184]

You know what I love about things like this? It’s just great to celebrate great people in this world. We are just capable of so much. We have so much wrong in the world, it’s nice to at least have a break to watch something like this and be able to say “Look at this. Look at the really cool things we can do. Love this channel.

[@etiennneleblanc611]

Seriously I'm a drummer and didn't know the personnality of this guy...I'm in a depression right now...and I laught after seeing him with his energy. And after I was very inspiring and wanna tries to have that little thing special that he has that makes him so ALIVE. Very happy to have seen him :) have a good day everyone love you all!

[@etiennneleblanc611]

5:21 :)

[@dannyprasetya2496]

Dude, go play and have fun!!! I never touch a damn stick here but seeing how Greg having fun on it is enough to fuel me to get my guitar! Let’s go!!! 🔥🔥

[@T-Rev-vz4qm]

You may not be feeling the best right now, but it's amazing what one song can do for the brain. Hope you have a better afternoon friend, goodluck with the battle ❤️

[@MatuteGarivaldi]

Have a good day my friend big hugs

[@KabraKadabraa]

Much love to you dude!!! Please take care of and be kind to yourself :)

[@dclore]

Gregg is my biggest claim to fame! I don't know if he'll see this but he used to attend a drum school at a university in the South of England as a guest tutor regularly (I don't know if he still does). I worked security there for many a year and Gregg arrived from the US late one night. We got him checked in and to his room. A little bit later on he popped down to the office and asked if he could borrow our fan as it was too hot and he was having trouble sleeping (it being the height of summer and all). He returned it the next day with thanks. The amazing the part is that the next year he came to the same drum school, turned up late in the evening again, saw me and greeted me like an old friend! Even remembered my name (Jon). Such a nice guy and true gent!

[@ArgyleDinosaur]

What an absolute guy. That's awesome!

[@YoUtUbEhAnDlEsArEgReAt]

He's in the 'top comments' section. @greggdrums. You should post this comment as a reply to his.

[@Thequakeroats]

My dude casually drops Bleed. What a legend. Greg, you are the greatesttttt, don’t ever change.

[@ConradParadox]

Just like „oh yeah Meshuggah“…. I absolutely lost it at that point 😂

[@vwave7890]

They do say that Tomas Haake is your favorite drummer's favorite drummer

[@justinerb6975]

@@corrupted_realmGreg loves his drum rudiments and Bleed is just a really complicated drum rudiment on double pedals.

[@kumquatmagoo]

Love how casual that was. If this guy can do casual that is 😂😂

[@doylerudolph7965]

@@corrupted_realmyep, alternating between left and right rather than starting each herta with the dominant foot, which is the easier but less precise way to do it.

[@pzh3334]

What a complement, to have someone of such caliber break down your work and be so impressed with your choices. It's personal, and getting that accolade is the highest form of respect to me. I'm a chick who's been obsessed with SOAD for 25 years, and transposed a clarinet solo out of their music for an audition around ~2002. It worked! I got the gig! 😂 Their songs are so complex, but every little choice matters. I've spent years listening/isolating one specific instrument or replaying every section of every song to REALLY hear every line. I've spent countless road trips fantasizing what it's like being Dolmayan while listening to their music and air drumming with him😂

[@vast14]

I can't unhear this version now. To me it's some kind of an alternate version/take that's hidden in an album or something. I really love it!

[@jaredcohenmusic]

What makes Gregg even better is he’s one of the best drummers in the world but still humble enough to say wow someone else come up with way better stuff than me

[@donfillinger3571]

He's not wrong either. the original drum parts are cooler!

[@lisa-m-jennings]

I feel completely honored just to have seen this guy work in the video. What an artist! Such a humble gentleman.

[@HattmannenNilsson]

Gregg's pure joy at hearing the track and playing to it so incredibly contagious. I had a big smile all the way through. And his joy when hearing the original drum part was a rare thing to behold. Such a humble guy. This is the right way to make and appreciate music - having that much fun and still having the humility to say that someone else did an even better job. And not least; seeing that as an inspiration and a learning experience, even though Gregg is an accomplished and experienced drummer. This is how we all should approach all facets of our lives, and not least the areas in which we are most expert. What an inspiration! Thank you Gregg!

[@LogicalNiko]

Greg could basically host an entire channel on something boring like how to polish a drum for hours and it would be a youtube sensation. His enthusiasm for every step in the process and willingness to explain his point of view is just amazing.

[@poeticsilence047]

Yeah even for a pessimist like me he puts a smile on my face. Lol

[@jakeofalltrades8088]

It's crazy how Gregg's part changes how you perceive the rhythm of Serj's vocals in the chorus, it was really trippy to hear that

[@Shiver020]

yeah he made SOMEWHERE BETWEEN THE SACRED SILENCE sounds absolutely bonkers

[@Omegacorpse]

@@Shiver020 gotta agree with you guys. as i drummer i honestly never realised it could be read like that and it's blowing my mind at like 1am :D

[@kelseyrentfro-cline3000]

Such a great point! It was wild to hear how different it sounded.

[@jaekwonthechef]

I thought this, too!!!

[@roobysoho]

yes! Never thought I;d hear that chorus swing like that... Bizarre and really tasty

[@luisclaudio5249]

Broo, what a professional and positive energy this gentleman has. It is really a pleasure to see someone enjoy what he does so much and do it so well.

[@af4456]

What a lovely human. Brightened my night seeing and listening to how excited he is and how much fun he's having. 👏

[@jacobreed8800]

Gregg drips with professionalism and seems like somebody any artist would want to work with, had so much watching him

[@GLo-qc8rz]

Love how he during the listening part just keeps mentioning how cool the real drum part of John is. Just pure appreciation and love for the song and artist

[@LOGEZZZZZBRO]

Good lord, please have this man on weekly. Absolutely incredible personality, enthusiasm, and drummer.

[@CallMeShasta]

I could literally listen to Gregg reinterpret songs he doesn't know on a daily basis. The dude is straight good vibes and a stone cold killer behind the kit.

[@skinnykid8524]

The drumming was ass.

[@LOGEZZZZZBRO]

@@skinnykid8524 I hope you have a good weekend. ❤️

[@CallMeShasta]

@@skinnykid8524 no u

[@nukiolbartes6279]

yooo im watching this at midnight and his energy is so contagious n waking me up.. i feel like i can jog for hoursssss now..

[@KazeMemaryu]

It's so fascinating how Gregg interpreted the flow of the song in a more chill way, and it honestly worked really well. It also made me realize how insane Toxicity's general structure actually is. And Gregg himself is just a joy to experience, on top of all that! What a guy!

[@RAGINGTomato10]

It’s insane how I never realised how big the drums were in this song, until heard his rendition and it just changed the whole tone of the song

[@TheWhitetiger011]

Right, his version sounds so much more swingy throughout the whole thing. It's strange but cool too

[@beantown702]

Changed the timing even for me! Especially when singing along with Serj, I realized I was hitting the words more so based off of Dols notes

[@Lansoise]

How can you not realise that? Those original drums carry this whole f'n brilliant song.

[@slendydie1267]

What an infectious personality. Gregg really reminds me of a uni professor of mine. He didnt teach music he taught MT in computer science but his personality, charisma, passion in his field AND his voice match perfectly.

[@Chriswilson-o9v]

His energy, passion, and knowledge for drumming is amazing to watch.

[@sharptrickster]

14:14 "you scared me, I thought I was gonna get Meshuggah" *casually drops a flawless bleed kick groove* I am afraid this man doesn't even realize the level he is in. EDIT: BRO. My point is he is so humble he doesnt even know how GOOD he is, I said he played something extremely difficult casually. Are you incapable of text interpretation? Jesus.

[@jooplin]

To be fair the double bass part is really easy, problem is to putting the hihat and snare on top. EDIT 1: as already mentioned in the comments, „really easy“ is an exaggeration on my part, but I think it’s very doable. I agree that this was a poor choice of words. Still, imo, the bass drum part is not the genius of this groove but playing the hihat and snare on top of it that fucks you. EDIT 2: I got what you meant with your comment, writing „to be fair“ does not mean I disagree, I simply had something to share about this drum part. My intention was not to put this guy down. Don’t appreciate the hostility to be honest

[@dmmhtm]

​@jooplin really easy hey? Drop a link of you playing it 🫶 ta

[@Lucofur]

@@jooplin saying Bleed by Meshuggah is easy on double bass is insane lol

[@evilasiobjr]

It was the Red Bull 😂

[@ItamarvhVahnish]

​@@jooplinSoooo easyyy lol

[@montanavet5219]

This is close to the best video of a legend showing how a drummers mind interprets beats. Beautifully done, keep it going!! Matt MN

[@caeteramoda]

The fact that he nailed it on the first take and then added more of his style/personality on the other takes is mind blowing

[@jordankay3587]

Gregg's personality can seem a bit big on camera, but I had the opportunity to do a workshop with him and he's absolutely the sweetest person. His excitement for drumming just radiates out of him

[@ramram-td1jl]

This guy is a ball of awesome energy. What a cool guy! So talented and yet so humble and down to earth. Much respect ❤

[@biz3104]

The chorus feels "angrier" than the original. Loved the double pedal!

[@travisking9895]

I don't think I stopped smiling for a second watching this, his energy and charisma is infectious!

[@AlightingOnAir]

This is what more people need to realize. Being a working musician isn’t just about being a great, reliable performer; it’s about being someone people want to work with, someone people want to take on tour for months or even years at a time.

[@channingchills]

This man has forgotten more about drumming than most will ever learn. True musician’s musician.

[@zaraak323i]

Except.... He hasn't forgotten any of it! lol

[@IronFloydian]

What do you mean by this?

[@bw24summit]

​@@IronFloydianIt's a common expression that means he has so much knowledge of drumming, he could forget a lot of it and would still know more about it than most people ever will. It doesn't mean that he literally forgot things.

[@IronFloydian]

@@bw24summit thank you. I saw some people in the comments bashing the drummer and I was hoping OP wasn't

[@ssaw3008]

This guy is so likable, energetic humble and excited about life... It's inspiring.. hope more people in the world were like him

[@irrsinnrainer]

Gregg is an absolute treasure. Seasoned veteran, played and still plays with the who is who of the music world, amazing energy, great feeling for songs... Fucking nailed this one with his unmatched energy. I love it! His version of the intro/chorus has so much weight and feels so damn heavy.

[@Crenley]

I've wanted a SOAD ep and when it finally comes the show is STOLEN by the contagious energy of Gregg Bissonette - what a legend!

[@mboom86]

Greggs positive attitude is so incredible. And I love how he's explaining everything he's doing so others can understand. Truly a great human being!

[@teesimone2018]

This guy has AMAZING energy and is hilarious. I really enjoyed this. Bring him on again!

[@raz3488]

john dolmayan is a super underrated drummer imo. his rhythmic hooks its what makes SOAD song so memorable. well done to gregg as well for interpreting this style so well!

[@graxxarecords3456]

Man. This guy is a professional... Really. Best definition of a session musician that I have ever watchhed

[@BrandonToews]

Thanks for accepting the challenge, Gregg 😈😈

[@colestowing8695]

man you guys love putting people on the spot. Great stuff! 😄

[@DF-we4pt]

My favorite guest ever. Love how much fun he was actually having, you could tell

[@robertklein6693]

My wife and I had the good fortune to see Gregg perform live as part of The Cream of Clapton Band about 6 weeks ago. Forget about Gregg's drumming skills which are second to none, he's one of the most incredible entertainers. We had a smile on our faces the entire show watching him. Talk about uplifting, inspiring, and infectious! Gregg's got that in spades. He brings a lot of good to the world between his talent and his attitude. One of a kind.

[@MatthewMcgrath-kw1ch]

Dude this is probably the best one yet, dude just kept evolving his part on each take

[@AstrumG2V]

I like to think that's from being a session musician. You give the original artist and producer a few options, they Cherry pick, then you go back and assemble!

[@DobsonLawnCareWNC]

Probably the best breakdown on drumeo yet. He nailed it in his decipher and on his first take. As stated already, each take he evolved it even further. Gregg is a fantastic drummer!

[@janosch7210]

Nah, look at the one black dude listening to enter the sandman by metallica. Its handsdown the best breakdown ever made! This dude absolutely destroys it! One go and his kills it!! Way better than the original. Sorry Lars 😂

[@Eldejot]

@@janosch7210 For quick reference: He's talking about Larnell Lewis

[@cozyfalls597]

I love this guy's enthusiasm and his joy for the craft.

[@joesikorski4080]

Jesus fucking Christ. I watch all of these. This is top 5 of all drumeo. Incredible

[@vukjovanovicofficial]

Greg is a legend, and so is Drumeo for making these series! Absolutely love Greg's take on this one! Thanks for awesome work Drumeo team!

[@AblissMusic]

Man, I love Gregg so much. He seems like such an animated person. I'd love to have him as a drum teacher. I feel like I'd have an absolute blast!

[@Swollen_Goat]

Just casually does the drum part of Bleed LOL> This guy is awesome.

[@saintjabroni]

🤣😂🤣😂🤙🏼

[@frightenedsoul]

I REALLY hope the man didn’t learn to play that whole song just in case Drumeo threw that one at him lmao

[@DavidOakesMusic]

@@frightenedsoul Gregg is the Herta master. He could probably play Bleed if he wanted to.

[@joereed6482]

@@frightenedsoul Silver lining: it's probably good exercise in both the physical and musical senses.

[@TonyHavenMusic]

If in doubt, play Bleed

[@BN-xj8wr]

13:55 IS THE BEST OUT OF CONTEXT RED BULL AD EVER.

[@mamajoe5497]

this guy is every drummer put into one

[@Dave-lr2wo]

Underrated comment. Gregg is KNOWN for being able to play basically any style at studio-level quality.

[@RexiMotorSports]

He is a treasure!!! The passion for playing is so obvious ❤ what an incredible thing to witness

[@djjw-]

didn't realise how much the drums affected the song until i heard his version lol

[@HalfFlat832]

Yeah totally .. I got sad at the lack of toms . No disrespect to Greg obviously cos he was almost spot on with the rest of the song

[@parapapapa69]

I hope you are young :D

[@HalfFlat832]

@@parapapapa69 no no forty .. Greg bisonettes an absolute legend in the industry … I watched and thoroughly enjoyed the hour long special drumeo did with him on his illustrious career .. and at the end of the video he himself a acknowledges how awesome the Tom parts during the chorus and intro are , he just put them on the double kick which didn’t have the same impact . Why does my age have anything to do with it ?

[@marceloafrota]

agreed!

[@VicentitoGris]

It feels like this song was composed around the drum track

[@zenghost1]

Gregg is national treasure - boundless enthusiasm and humility from one of the most versatile, experienced and well-educated musicians on the planet.

[@inward_passage]

His take on the verses was actually super sick and really supported the lead and vocals.

[@joeyjojojuniorshabadoo4937]

“I should’ve done that!” 😂 Absolutely crushes the song and still giving his roses to John’s version

[@GoldAndGrey]

My favorite part is hearing the drummer say, “that was way cooler. I should’ve played it like that” so awesome. Keep it coming Drumeo! 🤘🏽

[@xxwookey]

He's right though - the original is absolutely iconic. Greg's was fun but not as good.

[@jeffc4862]

And the fun thing is that he's a beast, and after a couple of listens would have been able to play it perfectly as written.

[@gvibes69]

@@jeffc4862 Man he dont need a nobody like you defending him !!! Moron !!!! he lacked alot off fills in the song ! A little weak ! the bass drum and hi hat and cymbals were good ! but weak in the snare and toms department !

[@mlg_iesus8898]

This guy's energy is insane. He clearly loves what he does. Its always so lovely to see. Also being impressed by the original and lovely words of it. Great guy.

[@DanielMoralesPerez]

A true musician is not only someone who plays his instrument perfectly and fits in with the rest of the band, but also someone who is humble enough to listen, accept and give a smile every time he plays. Gregg, you are the perfect example of that great musician that we all want to emulate.

[@donzulaica9172]

Former Drum! managing editor here, retired, and without giving too much away (doubt Gregg even remembers me), have always said that he is the nicest person I've ever met in the industry. When he introduced me to his father at a Vic Firth NAMM gathering, can't even tell you. Have also been fortunate enough to interview Dolmayan, Tankian, Malakian, and even Rick Rubin (albeit for a Slipknot's Vol. 3 release), where I asked him about SOAD's then-upcoming album and he laughed, "System is *awesome*." Your channel is magnificent. Props!