HE'S A GOD | Drummer Reaction! Amateur Attempts to Analyze! | Danny Carey | "Pneuma" by Tool

[@ADMCIZ4U]

You’ve got a weird energy. I’m here for it. 🤪 Descending or Invincible are solid choices for next reactions!

[@ThisReactiverse]

🙏🙏

[@landonhill4914]

Agreed! Please save the Fear Inoculum songs for once you get a sense of who Tool are. I love the album, but it's not what most people would consider representative of what Tool is. @@dudelove69

[@tristanmelchiori5752]

Rosetta Stoned would be your jam

[@ianjamison5460]

Fear inoculum has some of my favorite drumming.

[@donaldc3884]

Descending has become my all time favorite for a number of reasons but DAMN the work Mr. Carey did in that!!!

[@TheRealGhutts]

There's an Old Folk Tale that Danny made a deal with the Devil. We're not sure what Danny got out of the deal, but the Devil got Drum lessons.

[@riznob10000]

The Devil bowed his head because he knew that he'd been beat. And he laid those golden drumsticks on the ground at Danny's feet. Danny said come on back if you ever want to try again. I done told you once you son of a bitch I'm the best that's ever been.

[@tesstikles3225]

You stole this from another post.😂

[@Snowili]

@@tesstikles3225 not really, it's just a long running joke amongst Tool fans

[@Astrodicted]

And we got the reposts

[@dan_drews3476]

I don't know shit about drumming, yet I've watched the drum cam video probably 300+ times trying to figure anything out. I've watched a ton of reaction videos too. This is by far the most informative reaction video I've seen yet

[@SureNot1622]

Bro labeled this "amateur attempt to analyze", goes on to describe the metronome octopus in the most mathematically accurate reaction on the youtubes. Hats off, Sir. New sub here

[@ThisReactiverse]

THE METRONOME OCTOPUS, I LOVE IT! Thank you for watching, friend 🙏

[@shaynejacobsen4708]

Dude you are so toasted but so on point. Impressive. Most tool fans are quietly obsessive so with reactions like this and a few more tool songs you will build a quick following. I’m in. Don’t fake it. We will know.

[@ScapeGoat77]

Nailed it.

[@ThisReactiverse]

I am never toasted for videos, but I appreciate it!

[@ericvinson4628]

Your Irish accents are on point, and love the fact that you’re loving tool. Vicarious should be on your list if you haven’t done it already. Seriously. Vicarious.

[@CalahanautoLP640]

I agree with a previous comment, I’ve seen a lot of reactions to this drum cam (because it’s a magical performance) and you have broke it down the best so far. I really enjoyed this and I feel that you need to know lol.

[@martymcpeak4748]

the look of musical joy on your face is out front for everyone to see. it's refreshing to me to see someone with such a passion for music and knowledge of music. subscribed and all notifications... I'm digging your content. Peace

[@adomasadomaitis2890]

The most entertaining drummer reaction ever! And believe me, i've seen them all (for TOOL) 😂

[@lauraclark427]

You're not the first reactor I've seen having a literal eargasm while watching this. Your description is spot on--Tool is musical porn.

[@bartoszmisztal6861]

As a drummer, you’re going to love Ticks and Leeches.

[@shaunacohen7630]

Yes, please!

[@shovetheleper]

As a guy in his mid 40s, who bought a drum set a year ago, you are going to love undertow. Also right in two.

[@dragon_turtle]

As a drummer myself and lifelong tool fan.. YES

[@tempsitch5632]

As a drummer - that song exhausts me to listen to.

[@IsaacRushing-qs5vq]

Yes, please. Ticks and Leeches. You will love it.

[@pa5768]

One of the best drummer breakdowns i've seen. Thanks so much.

[@BucketOfFail]

One thing that amazes me is his spatial awareness. The way he plays half of those sections without even looking at half the drums he's hitting is incredible.

[@Naksuu]

Well as a long time musician, that's basically muscle memory. Out of all instruments, drummers do have the widest range of muscle memory. But that's basically it. You have a lot of things to do while playing, so developing muscle memory for your instrument is essential if you want to go ham like Danny here. My point is, it's not even close to being the thing to be at awe here. Though his precision with hits is top notch, hes been playing for a long time.

[@CybrSlydr]

The way he no-look abuses that crash cymbal towards the end is one of my favorite parts of the video. :D

[@lrwiersum]

I don’t know fuck all about drumming. I just know that Danny “drums me back to center.” His drums are VERY grounding for me, I love percussion !!

[@bilbro88]

The way he responded to catching that miss had me cracking up 🤣 like watching him and laughing while calling him out on it like “ahh what happened there?! You fucked up and I caught you that’s what happened, ha ha!” Before immediately turning to the camera with a straight ass face like “yea that shit happens sometimes” 🤣 btw, if I haven’t see all the reactions to this yet, it’s close lol and you are the ONLY one that’s caught that, and you caught it immediately! Yours has been among the most fun to watch!

[@zuzusuperfly8363]

I've watched dozens of these reactions but I've never seen somebody analyse the song so well in real time.

[@ThisReactiverse]

🙏🙏 Thank you kindly, friend!

[@dedfishermen985]

Agreed

[@Crite_Mike]

Dude, the fact that you grasped the time signature this early is honestly astounding. To me it's more easy to count alternating bars of 5/8 and 6/8 three times, which is like 11/8 х 3 = 33 exactly. Anyways, great reaction and good analysis on your part, buddy 👍

[@Sledge72au]

Just noticed his jersey number is 33, so maybe something in that :)

[@mikeschmidt2816]

☝️12 11 10

[@chrisnelson76]

Danny Carey tells clocks what time it is

[@robynreiser]

Dude I totally enjoyed your this reaction. Subscribed. You're only the 2nd one on here that I've seen that can catch this shit. Totally enjoyed this!

[@uncletaco916]

I feel so validated for thinking I heard a miss there all this time. He’s still a boss though. Love him. Your reactions are fun. See you again

[@benjaminburris8982]

Me too Thx 4 saying something. Not just me. 🌀 👁‍🗨

[@clab5864]

My brother is a drummer, I play 3 instruments, so I also noticed the 'air stick'! Fun channel!

[@chrisdemoor4884]

Haven't watched it yet, but I think I know which one you mean LOL

[@ChristopherMoltisanti-j4w]

It was to prove he's not a robot

[@coma13794]

The studio version kinda has it too, though. It's worth listening to the studio one again to compare.

[@richardwilson3333]

Best reaction to this song yet. You were in tune with exactly what he was doing and I enjoyed that thoroughly.

[@richardwilson3333]

Now try “Vicarious”

[@coreyC4_1313]

Not a drummer myself, but I've known quite a few in my time and you, sir, are in for the ride of your life with this band. Digging the reactions!🤘

[@markphillips8554]

After 64 years of incredible music Im so lucky to still be here to know this. Dig dip my friend.

[@claycrawford1431]

He’s 63 years old and playing this well.

[@marcokoegler750]

Your Tool journey went from The Pot to Pneuma which is like going from Fried Chicken (easy/accessible) to Dry-Age Bone-In Filet Mignon (complex/developed). Hoping you will react to more Tool stuff and I liked you pointing out the little miss in the victory lap in this one ("I see you wanted to hit something...")

[@heyokah]

Jeff Goldblum reservedly approves of your impression.

[@ronb6152]

once upon a time drummer lifelong Tool fan. loved the reaction. subbed to witness your journey discovering your favorite band. the song Lateralus was written using the Fibanaci sequence. i think you'd enjoy.

[@tempsitch5632]

“You’re going to have put the fu k up and with it” -new tattoo

[@philcharlton6352]

Great reaction! I’ve watched most of the Pneuma reactions out there and yours has one of the best technical descriptions of the various patterns and techniques he is using. Love your vibe too! Thanks!

[@LibertySpam]

Great reaction, been listening to Tool since 1994 and you're the first person I've heard describe them as I have. They have an ability to change your body chemistry. I have a challenge for you and us Tool fans are likely to support it. Go back to the beginning of Tool and listen to every song as we have. It's something I'd watch for sure. I'd like to experience that again. Listen to every single song in order.

[@Rush714]

Such truth brother, such truth!

[@BrickNewton]

First saw them in 97, Danny's drum kit was covered during the opening band, it totally dwarfed the opening bands little kit. When the sheet was pulled off and we saw the 2 kick drums and the rest of kit the crowd went mental! The band hadn't even come out yet, they were just setting up for them.

[@sherryjolliff8015]

I love how Danny Carey fills in. There's not an empty spot. Holds you there.

[@VerchielxKanda]

Thank you for checking out Danny! If you'd like another godtier drummer, check out Rick Allen, dubbed, The Thunder God. He's from the band Def Leppard and in their video of Pour Some Sugar On Me, you can catch glimpses of him in action--

[@lrwiersum]

I watched dozens of reactions to Danny’s video, this is by far the most fun !! Thanks !!

[@nathanhall9345]

If I could feel just a fraction of the joy a musician feels listening to Tool. Lateralus has to be next, right?

[@aprilkurtz1589]

As a bass player, I watch a lot of drumming videos. They really help with your sense of time. Great video

[@jameshaywood3194]

This was absolutely superb. You have a great mix of technical knowledge, intuition and personality. Good luck and keep it up.

[@RugNug]

Daddy likes time signatures. 🤣🤣🤣

[@PowderedToastMan420]

Danny's drumsticks look like hummingbird wings in his hands. ✌️

[@DusteyeMC]

I should preface that I know jack about music theory and counting beats/bars etc, but I am always highly amused at folks trying to figure out the timing that Danny uses on a first listen. I always feel like I should throw advil at you for the headache people seem to give themselves. thanks for the amusement and glad you are enjoying the journey that is Tool so far man. Spiral out

[@mattcal6423]

Love this reaction. Perfect balance of technical prowess and pure giddy bromance joy. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@zak2986]

Glad you're back! I watched your reaction to The Pot last week, but when I saw your channel only had a few videos I didn't want to subscribe just yet. I subscribed today though, and I hope you go through their whole discography because I'll probably watch every single Tool video you do. Spiral Out, brother! 🤘😁

[@lunaticmoon2941]

So happy to see you do this one !! He’s the GOAT ! I like your energy!

[@erikdavies2572]

Love your energy with this, I'm here for it man

[@Gideonite]

(Note I did not write anything after this message this is from Wikipedia regarding his Drum Kit.) Danny Carey uses the wood tip version of his own signature model of drumstick made by Vic Firth. He previously had endorsed a signature model with Trueline Drumsticks (now Trueline's Tribal Assault model). Carey also uses Sonor drums, Paiste cymbals, Evans drumheads, Hammerax, and electronic devices such as Mandala, Korg and Roland Paiste and Jeff Ocheltree (noted drumtech for Billy Cobham, John Bonham, Lenny White, etc) teamed up in the late 90s to develop an entire drumset made out of recycled cymbals. The final product was a melted down Paiste's Signature bronze custom cast cymbals.Danny Carey used the kit during the Lateralus 2002 tour and during some drum clinics through the years. Only three versions of this kit were ever created. Two are owned by Danny Carey and Carl Palmer and other one is located in Paiste's Switzerland headquarters.

[@kianr2200]

this is a treat fr. excited to see more tool reactions :) i recommend lateralus, invincible, and 46 and 2,

[@GoodsEnuff]

Great reaction!! Nice to see a drummer that understands what’s going and able to explain it and also enforce how difficult what he’s doing is. Well done bro. Looking forward to checking out your other vids. Cheers! Thank you.

[@richardchacon1330]

Not only the enthusiasm but the appreciation for the craft. Excellent review

[@jamesnewman9547]

I have heard so many drum things today! Very, very much loved the reaction and descriptions of everything going on! Spiral out!

[@rythias975]

I’ve seen every reaction above 1k views to this, yours is my favourite

[@ThisReactiverse]

That is very kind of you, thank you! 🙏

[@iisotter8944]

Great reaction, another great drum cam is Josh Freese from his own youtube channel, drumming with Nine Inch Nails, he's a beast. Now the drummer for Foo Fighters, finally got a little punk in their sound. But also drummer for countless others, including the Vandals and A Perfect Circle, one of MJKs', Tools singers other band. Subbed and here to enjoy the ride.

[@21willyx21]

I really like your vocal impression of the drumming.

[@lloydbaxter6583]

Dude! This is the first time seeing you, and it's an immediate like and subscribe! Do you know how many people had the ability to catch that one missed note? Or how many could begin to calculate this bizarre time signatures? You're the first I've seen to get them both. And, to be a total goofball in the process? Well done, Sir. Well done. By Grabthar's Hammer, by the Sons Of Warvan , you shall be avenged!

[@jonathancapps1103]

10:00 "Oh, my God. So, he took the snares off his snare! That's why it's been sounding so interesting." He typically does that. Not really sure why. I know that he likes drum sounds that ring out, so maybe that's part of it. I honestly haven't payed much attention to it, but when I think of his sound I don't hear the snares. I've read that Tool's earlier stuff had more of a normal snare sound, and I've read that he uses 20-strand snares, so he plays with them at least occasionally. Now I'm going to have to go through the albums and pay attention to the snare sound specifically.

[@A5p3r07h]

14:54 I heard it, too. That was sneaky. He just fixed his tick rate.

[@dmwalker24]

Yep, you correctly call it being 33/8 and I instantly sub. I don't count it anymore, and instead I've just heard it so many times that it no longer sounds odd. Which has a little strangely, made it amazingly satisfying to listen to.

[@johnwilson1794]

Loving your reactions. Another thing to note is Danny doesn't play to a click.

[@kenwilmarth68]

They were playing in Boston that's why he has the Celtics uniform on. He wears other uniforms when they play in other cities. He played some basketball in college. I believe he is 6'7

[@carlpeterson8182]

Carey is one of those drummers that is so good and proficient that it seems almost effortless and like he is just playing something much simpler than he is. Some drummers put on such a show that they are doing something cool or hard (sometimes not even that hard) but Carey just does it like it is no problem. He is one of my favorite drummers. Neil Peart and Gavin Harrison are two others like this. I love Portnoy but he is in the more metal style in which he makes everything seem crazy. Not that he does not play crazy things also, but Portnoy is so animated about everything while Peart, Harrison, and Carey seem more businesslike. I like the latter more, but Portnoy is one of my favorite drummers also.

[@perrycleese5987]

I think a great drummer supports the music - the mood, the vibe, the message. Again (just my opinion) Danny is excellent both technically and musically. There are drummers out there that may be better. But I think it becomes subjective then, in my subjective (and limited)world Danny and Neil P are my favourites. Posted this halfway through - most informative reaction I have had the joy to watch- thank you sir

[@supervisedchaos]

8:55 the time for me anyways (theres a lot of ways to break it down) is 6 6 2 6 6 2 5 which is 33/8 in the end

[@Aven115]

20:39 I'm so glad you caught that, I saw it too on like my second playthrough and I was like "oh that's alright... you alright Danny... I mean come on guys, he has to demonstrate that he's human sometimes" 😂😂 I enjoyed this reaction like no other, keep it up! What a ride 🔥🤘

[@ju4408]

Ha, just posted about that. You can only hear his imaginary drum on shrooms.

[@bilbro88]

But the way he responded to catching it had me cracking up 🤣 like watching him and laughing while calling him out on it like “ahh what happened there?! You fucked up and I caught you that’s what happened, ha ha!” Before immediately turning to the camera with a straight ass face like “yea that shit happens sometimes” 🤣 btw, if I haven’t see all the reactions to this yet, it’s close lol and you are the ONLY one that’s caught that, and you caught it immediately! Yours has been among the most fun to watch!

[@joelspaulding5964]

Thank You! Have watched hundreds of reactions to this.. at least all of them, hundreds of views- yeah, I know..🙄 But you were the first reactor, in my recollection that addressed the beauty and difficulty of that ritard, and transitioning from double to single. Geometric, precision timing. It is just one aspect that stands out among more bombastic moments....this and the volume control from pp to ffff during the roll opening the next verse.

[@Atixtasy]

you effin NAILED the 33/16 !!! Adam (guitarist) said that, that was what the song was in.

[@tj1156]

Love getting new perspectives. My childhood best friend was a drummer and we listened to tool a lot so seeing your reaction triggered all the drum lingo I learned from him. But when you kept mentioning fundamentals, I was thinking 🤔 "did tool make a song around Danny Carey's warm up ritual?" 😂

[@insrtcowjoke]

I knew you'd enjoy this. I dont think I've ever seen a drummer watch this and not enjoy it.

[@billf8217]

Ah man, to see the joy and astonishment coming from you on watching this song. Very genuine my man.

[@markjmacrae]

Love the commentary! Don’t ever feel bad for pausing so that you can make an insightful comment. Can’t wait to see more like this

[@JB-xv1ig]

I appreciate your reaction, i’ve watched this about 100x 1/2 with reaction and your reaction prolly the best I’ve seen yet

[@e.jamesshepard7183]

It was complete joy being at TD Garden, where this was filmed. I just happen to know the guy who set up those cameras, well aimed them and hooked up the camera reciever ( the guy typing this). Work at our facility here in Boston for 7 yrs and got to meet Danny before the show . Still trying to get him to change over to Zildjian since we're the same Co.

[@vaughnnewman8903]

The one-and-only polyrhythmic master. Keep Spiraling Out...

[@MrBcummings8521]

You had a bit of a Nickolas Cage moment when u started explaining the time signatures. You could pull off a nick impression if yah wanted to easy.

[@supervisedchaos]

I've watched almost 100 reacts to this video this is my new favourite kudos for catching that missed beat respectfully too

[@mickeynissan9887]

Random people online just trying to convert you to toolism - "Do you have a moment to talk about our lord and savior, Danny Carry?"

[@horoldo77]

"More tool on the way"... Love to hear that.

[@marmarsmandalas]

My holy trinity has been Invincable, Decending and Culling Voices. The whole album is so fucking good. A masterpiece. TOOL Army forever❤

[@MNelson900]

You got yourself another subber. Can't wait to see how you react to this rest of Tool's catalogue 👌

[@thejohnson9204]

Brother, i loved your reaction to this. I am i no way a drummer, but i love the way Danny seems to break drummers brains when working out his techniques. It's classic. Great analysis of the epic performance. Thanks bud.

[@danielkallsen2023]

Always enjoy a drummers perspective on Danny. You should check out his live drum cam for the song Triad, with AI enhancement.

[@jeanineluedemann4049]

Yes! Love the live Triad drum cam! Watch for when Danny breaks a stick and grabs a new one. Effortless!

[@TheAccentPodcast]

The way this guy verbalizes drums is so accurate, its almost funny:)

[@Jmar1024]

Seeing them live is quite an experience. I couldn't take my eyes off Danny, he completely stole the show

[@jeanineluedemann4049]

Yes! More Tool! Totally loved your energy and your reaction. Looking forward to watching more. Shredded that Sub button!😂

[@A5p3r07h]

20:36 That always sounded like a mistake to me. HOWEVER, it was not. I promise.

[@coma13794]

It's great to see a musician recognize the quality of their work. You need to explore their catalog. You'll be showered with views, and your sub button will walk with a limp, I'm sure of it.

[@diverdown631]

First off, to get it out of the way, that portnoy fill is a Neil Peart from rush fill and portnoy would tell you the same. Mike was a major Rush fan. Try Neil's solo from germany. I've heard other reactors say that time signature is 33/8 so your close or correct. I've seen dozens of reactions to this and you are the first person to pickup on the pause/ mistake and to comment on that quick triplet roll towards the end which I thing is the best fill in this performance.

[@Martinistatzengeil]

really nice reaction man, i've watched so many reactions to this video, but you combine the insight + entertainment perfectly

[@SatWiseJanx]

So you get the spiritual nature of Tool's lyrics, especially Maynard's appreciation of Carl Jung❤! So you must know of the Fibonacci Sequence and the Spiral it makes when plotted, Lateralus is the apex Tool song and album for this type of exploration. The title track's use of Fibonacci in both the music and the number of syllables in lines of Maynard's lyrics are mind blowing. He takes it from 1 - 8 syllabels per line and back down to 3 again in the varous stanzas. Black (1), then (1), white are (2), all I see (3), in my infancy (5), red and yellow then came to be (8), reaching out to me (back to 5) Let's me see (3). Yes, definitely Lateralus next please.

[@aaronwolf3587]

You are the first person that I’ve ever seen point out that one mistake. I’m no musician, much less a drummer, but I’ve always noticed that part being off in my bones. Anyways. Good reaction to my favorite band. That is all ✌️

[@Daniel-xo4cc]

Best reaction I’ve seen to this drum cam video… You didn’t miss any thing important.. cheers

[@jordanpalmer9650]

You made me laugh out loud with your little pops and add ins. 😂 Keep it mate. 👍

[@curtisswanson7584]

I've watched no fewer than 30 of this same drum cam reaction, and I have to say you are the first to catch that missed right hand on the fill. Great reaction! I could feel your enthusiasm, and excitement. Looking forward to more!!!! Keep it up.

[@bilbro88]

Think it was his left hand wasn’t it?

[@EiriUesugiKun]

24:33 - Thank you! This has been one of the best reactions of this song that I have seen! I say, as I always say, start from the beginning. The "Opiate" EP and then end to the "Opiate 2.0" redux the did for the 30th anniversary of their first EP. But with you I'd say start with "Gree Jelly - Three Little Pigs" (take the video, it's fine). On that song Danny Carey is on drums and Maynard (Tool, A Perfect Circle and Puscifer vocalist) is doing background vocals (not for the hair of my chinny-chin-chin). And I'm sure you will throughly enjoy your trip. :)

[@shaunacohen7630]

Great reaction! What a great way to start my day!

[@JulieResetarits]

Just love this video that I've seen 100 times and your entertaining technical analysis. Thanks!❤‍🔥♥

[@sherryjolliff8015]

Danny doesn't ever look where he's going...it's called united

[@michellemcnair4825]

Loved your reaction..the explanation of the math was great 😁

[@oscardiggs246]

Gotta save Rosetta Stoned for much later, but I’m really looking forward to your reaction to that. As someone who can’t can’t count to four consistently, it’s fun to watch someone who knows of wtf they speak reacting to these, because it shows me that “yep, it really is that amazing,” Subbed.

[@joshvanassche6061]

I break out in a sweat when I watch this video, I get energized and I have a hard time falling asleep.

[@sherryjolliff8015]

Okay mister, I usually watch a reaction video and move on. You have been fun to watch. Look forward to seeing more

[@mollydavis6276]

Forever it was John Bonham for me, now it's Danny Carey. Great and informative reaction, I subscribed.

[@ju4408]

Haven't heard the word flam in too long. You"re the first I've ever seen notice the twitch at 20:50. I say he has an invisible drum there no one else can see or hear but him and the drum gods. Mere mortals don't get it.