I am now officially ON THE JOB MARKET (is my career over ? 😱)

[@kevinparadisdrummer]

So the answer is no, Archspire isn't giving me the job and I am now a drummer to hire. -> If you wanna join Benighted, please send email to : [e-mail] ! -> If you are an established band looking for new full time drummer, and that you think I might be the right choice, OR if you are looking for a session session drummer (live or studio), please send email to [e-mail] EDIT : also, I forgot to mention the name of the song at 3min50, it is Perturbator, "Humans Are Such Easy Prey" !

[@mikhailalekseev8745]

Nooooo?!?!? How is that possible?!!!! Who can be better than you? 😮 Kevin, you’re great!

[@marcoilgenoano]

I think they made the wrong decision..You are a beast man!!

[@satricon]

That crazy

[@Karasu.1871]

Et ils n ont pas donné la raison du refus ? Je suis vraiment surpris 😮...Votre talent et votre notoriété en tant que batteur n est plus à prouver, vous trouverez rapidement du travail 👍

[@Sheepstealer8927]

Wish you nothing but success Kevin !!! Any musical project/band would be lucky to have you as you are the complete package as a drummer imo. Much love and respect from Canada.

[@jamesperry9197]

I, along with alot of other people, feel like you won the Archspire competition. I'm also 100% confident you will find a good home. Good luck!

[@rorronator1]

its between moore and paradis, there's no other

[@WoWMinGM]

@@rorronator1 #teamcole

[@xazmuthx00]

​@rorronator1 idk that 11yr old Asian kid had em all beat😂

[@iamneophyte]

If this really means archspire hasn't given you the job, that really sucks. To me, you had without a doubt the best audition tape out of all of them, hands down. Still, good luck in the future!

[@kevinparadisdrummer]

It really means that.

[@iamneophyte]

@kevinparadisdrummer man what a bummer. But your drumming speaks for itself, you'll find a band that suits you real soon I'll imagine

[@shredenvain7]

​@@kevinparadisdrummerThat sucks I was cheering for you!

[@GAFFA-BASSER]

That sucks. I thought that would have been awesome....

[@ThatBeTheQuestion]

I fully agree. What a bummer. I'm sure whoever they pick will be great, but I would've loved it to be Kevin.

[@Deathworg1]

It is an understatement to say that any band would be fucking blessed to have you play drums for them.

[@wanjanechtangroeger]

Good luck with everything! I am 120% sure you will find something awesome!

[@TheCircleRiver]

You were the only drummer that didn't seem to struggle with the archspire material tbh. That could've been such a great era for Archspire with your sheer virtuosity and creativity. But no matter what, I'm always going to check whatever release you play drums on!

[@Virvum_Juggernaut]

Kevin is no Spencer Prewett,!who is one of a kind amongst extreme metal drummers and will be sorely missed by drummers like myself. He certainly struggled to pull off any of Spencer Prewett’s works as comfortably or cleanly as the pro session drummer Wildy Souza and John Longstreth managed to. Like Kevin, both also chose A.U.M. as one of their covers (i.e.) the fastest drum track on BLEED THE FUTURE and both were superior to Kevin’s rendition. Edit : Like yourself, why can’t some fans of certain musicians maintain objectivity?

[@tuukkahalttunen2046]

​@@Virvum_Juggernaut Nothing to add, pure facts. I've been team-Souza from the get go 🔥

[@Anomaly92]

@@Virvum_Juggernaut could you please eloborate in all objectivity? Imo kevins approach to AUM was clearly the most dynamic and skillfull one. longstreth simplified especially lots of cymbal usage and souza seems to struggle quiet hard. And tbh, prencer is a beast but on convert recordings you could clearly hear thats its almost impossible to perform the archspire stuff really tight live, so I guess whoever wins such an audition will be better than prewett (which is natural). not saying anyone is bad, all four belong to the absolute best death metal drummers, but when ranking them I come to quite different conclusions. I guess they will also consider different reasons apart the audition videos.

[@TheJokesterSCR]

@@Virvum_Juggernaut Been playing drums for over 20 years, and I disagree. I feel like Kevin made it look easy and was definitely the cleanest IMO. Read the comments on Archspire's audition reaction videos. I'm far from the only one who thought that Kevin was the right pick.

[@TheJokesterSCR]

@@Anomaly92 Exactly. I honestly don't even like Spencer's style at all because it IS pretty impossible to play it super tight (unless your name is Kevin). Like... I know that Spencer never recorded with good mics or anything, but the videos of him playing sound sloppy AF, in my opinion. Which is to be expected when playing this style. Kevin is the only one that I feel made it look easy and was definitely the cleanest... even cleaner than Spencer himself.

[@Trav84]

Bro!! Your outstanding and need to be writing your own stuff. Band players should be auditioning to be in your band

[@ThomasLeDreamer]

Must agree to that

[@GregASmithh]

Sorry to hear this Kevin. You are an absolute machine on the drums and any band would be grateful to have you! Cannot wait to see whats next for you!

[@WEARETHEENDBANDTV]

Brillant drumming we look forward to whatever you do

[@REIDOPLANETA]

Passing on Kevin is nuts, they better have really good reasons. I'm sure your career will keep on the upward spiral Kevin, you're extremely good at what you do.

[@Nefville]

I guess you were not a cat person. Because I know it wasn't your drumming. Any band would be beyond fortunate to have you, not just for the music but for your passion. You've been out here grinding for years and I've been there with you since your Permitting the Noble Dead to Descend to the Underworld cover. There is no way on earth you are unemployed for long, you're too good, as the arsenal you have laid out here clearly shows. Best of luck Kevin, again, you deserve it.

[@grapetastic3570]

Never give up. You’re literally the best drummer today, keep it up and you honestly will probably get an even better career 🫡 YOU’RE THE BEST

[@nathanevans7800]

You should run for president and make France great again!

[@godver555]

If there is one job where you will be sure to be fired again or have to resign its to be the President of France hahaha

[@Peelomies93]

According to Metal Archives, Fallujah still hasn't hired a new permanent drummer after Andrew called quits. I think you could bring a lot to their music.

[@SwainerDrummer]

holy fuck, that would be sick.

[@fleatactical7390]

Brilliant idea. Send him an email about this in case he doesn't see this comment.

[@lukemichaelholt612]

Would be sick. I like Fallujah a lot more than Archspire, personally.

[@AVeelcheck]

Daaaamn, that's a perfect match ^^^^

[@xRhychux]

That would make me so happy

[@baorozzo]

You are amazing, and hands down one of the best players of the planet. Also, I heard that As I Lay Dying have some vacant spots LOL

[@Yogurt_Fingers]

All I want for Christmas is for Kevin, Francesco Paoli and Einar Selvik to form a group. You 3 are imo the greatest living musicians. Whatever the future holds I know you will continue blessing and inspiring us. Cheers dude!

[@uglypineapple03]

Omg that would be so awesome

[@lotoscomedentis]

Who’d play the drums?

[@LichWorks]

there was honestly no other audition tapes that nailed Archspire songs as cleanly and succinctly as you did. If they're not hiring you... The band that does is about to get the come up of the century.

[@tomtierneydrums]

My man, you will never be out of work in the drumming world - you're one of the best out there. Keep up the insanity. We're all rooting for you

[@clearaltar]

I'm excited for what is next for you, because it obviously wasn't going to work much longer if they expected such devotion from you when you are the only one in the group that wanted to make music their one and only. I deeply respect your dedication to the craft and know that you will find yourself with peers that also respect your dedication. Too often I see a double standard in the music community where the drummer is supposed to "support the band/serve the song" but not receive equitable treatment in return--not given agency to have their own creative input that's equitable across all members of the band. Deep respect to you and I commend you for seizing these once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. Life is too short! Ichi-go Ichi-e!

[@bryanmendez5705]

This video was perfect!!! More of this!

[@PierrickPicaut_P2DESIGN]

Aie, ça me fait de la peine, j'adore ton jeu et j'adore Benighted mais je comprends aussi. Je te souhaite le meilleur pour la suite de ta carrière, au plaisir de te revoir en concert.

[@a.muller2501]

You're one of the best extreme metal drummers nowdays, so I'm pretty sure you'll get some new opportunities very soon! All the best and see you soon on stage again !

[@BlodiaPunch-r4j]

Why do I feel so emotional after this? And the chokes fill are fucking fire! I wish you all the best, Kevin, you're a real G.

[@SockerConny80]

I'm not worried for this guy, he is too good to be out of a job for long and I only hope he ends up in a band he can thrive for the rest of his musical career

[@Wargutz666]

I was lucky enough to see you perform with Ne Obliviscaris last fall and this fall with Benighted on the Canadian tour. Amazing talent and best of luck! Hoping to hear something from Sutrah again!!

[@thinkpad20]

Maaan that's a bummer. They let you go because you would consider an audition for another band? Hardcore. Well you're one of the tip top extreme metal drummers out there, you'll definitely find a new gig. As far as bands that are currently without a drummer, Fallujah comes to mind, I'm sure there a lot of others too. Best of luck dude.

[@fadingdimension]

Sometimes, things that seem "bad" end up leading to something "good." To quote Alan Watts "The whole process of nature is an integrated process of immense complexity, and it’s really impossible to tell whether anything that happens in it is good or bad - because you never know what will be the consequence of the misfortune; or, you never know what will be the consequences of good fortune."

[@the6ig6adwolf]

I pooped my pants

[@lordgogo2686]

What’s done is done. Fingers crossed for the future, but honestly regarding your skills, I’m not worried.

[@averageearthenjoyer19]

Caught you in Dublin last year with NeO after being subbed to you for years, you are the real fuckin deal live man. Benighted and Archspire are both mentally regarded, you won't be without a gig for long

[@wastenone6571]

If Archspire didn't chose you for the gig, the must've chosen someone that privately submitted their audition. You were a clear front runner.

[@SimonSkrlec]

You are the best bro! And all the best to you🤘🤘🤘

[@akimhaag8216]

L'un des meilleurs batteur de l'univers ! Monstrueux je lui souhaite une grosse carrière !!!

[@pierrelecorroller595]

I am not worried for you Kevin ! 😅💪🏻

[@hjalmarwidmark5906]

So sad to hear. Benighted & Archspire's favorite bands. Was so hyped to you getting that job. Love your drumming. Cant wait for your next projekt ❤️

[@jasonweddington3782]

truly thought youd get archspire... good luck to you and everything in the future, drummers of your caliber are hard to come by im sure youll end up in a good spot. best wishes

[@ryewaldman2214]

Bummer, I was rooting for you in Archspire. Good luck. You've got the chops to be successful in whatever project you undertake next.

[@ad-drumcovers99]

You’re definitely one of a kind, Kevin! Benighted might not be the same without you 😒 🙏💪🥁

[@jichola]

Saw you with NeO. In my heart forever... Fingers crossed!

[@proctjg]

I'm insanely disappointed that Archspire didn't hire you. I think you were the right choice, but obviously I'm just some random guy. You're one of the best out there, if not the best, Kevin. Don't forget it or doubt it. Keep pushing. You will find the right fit with an amazing band that deserves your talent.

[@lenellis3528]

Was great meeting you in Ottawa last September. You're a wicked drummer and im sure you're gonna kill it in whatever band you're in...keep it brutal...🤘

[@NedsPlay]

Good luck, Kevin. You'll find a new band that fits your insane skillset quickly!

[@King-Gilamashur2758]

This goes to show you may be technically the best person for a job but still you need to fit into the culture. For instance I got my programming job even when I'm technically deficient but my work culture was compatible and I'm still here years after. Kevin is one of the most technically proficient drummers in the world so he will surely find a band to join very soon. Wish you the best and don't fret about archspire.

[@Mmmmilo]

You had the absolute best Archspire audition. Vibe, flow, technical skills… crazy. I’m sure you’ll find something incredible soon.

[@seenbelow]

It tells me way more about you that despite the bad fortune you're still keeping a very professional attitude and humor. This is something that can't be rehearsed in advance and I'd bet money that most people who applied can't bring to the table. Wishing you all the best and I'll be very curious where you end up.

[@Bezim666]

Iv'e been watching your vids for far too long not to know that you're gonna find best fitting band for you my dude. Best of luck

[@domalquier6362]

Tu es un des plus grands batteurs de metal extrême au monde, il est temps pour toi de vivre de ton talent !! il me tarde de te voir dans les groupes de death progressif et autres !!!

[@Rukazor]

I've been playing drums for 20 years, I've been watching metal drummers like a huge nerd for 25, and you are easily one of the top 3 drummers on the planet, all genres, hands down. Your ability never ceases to amaze me. I am blessed to have seen you with Ne Ob on your tour through Canada, and your Archspire audition was hands down the cleanest and best of all submissions. Wherever you end up in your career, the other musicians around you will be some of the luckiest musicians on the planet. Cheers dude.

[@x8jason8x]

I'd agree on top 3. Who are your other two? I'd say Alex Rudinger and Chris Turner, personally.

[@deathritualofficial891]

I´m honestly quite surprised Archspire didn´t pick you. - A many before me pointed out: To me your audition videos are outstanding and you would have been a great fit for the band. I´m sure they had their reasons and all, but it certainly is disappointing. However, I hope you will find a band with musicians as committed as you. You are a true inspiration to the extreme metal drumming community and I wish you best of luck for the future. I will surely stick around to see what happens next. Cheers!

[@emilrostad9720]

Too bad about Archspire man, you would crush that gig. But onwards and upwards, you are an amazing drummer, and the perfect band is just around the corner!

[@ColonelJ1]

Bro this sucks, I'm so glad I got to see you and Benighted in Rouyn-Noranda before you separated, what a great show. Good luck to you and the band!

[@themightyx2y230]

Merci pour ces années chez Benighted ! Follower d'avant et ça continuera tant le talent est énorme. J'ai eu l'occasion de te voir qu'une fois malheureusement (Oignies cette année). Bon courage dans la recherche, n'importe quel groupe serait fou de te refuser

[@darrenbooker8144]

Thats all insanity mate! Didnt see any Audition better... good luck for the future 🤘🤘

[@metaldrummersonly4402]

We all love you Kevin. I cant wait to see whats next for you. Never give up the dream. Your talents have entertained me and many for years. Excited for more to come!

[@Uncleben777]

Ekbom is one hell of an album to go out on. You do incredible work Kevin, a total weapon asset wherever you end up. Best of luck with it all!

[@MaartenTheWorstCrew]

who doesn't want you to be in their band ... if not for your playing, than at least for your humor and dry style. Good luck Kevin, no doubt you'll have a band any time soon!

[@BLASTbeatDAD]

NO FKING WAY... Benighted is a great band but I kinda only listened because your skills man. If they really dumble you bro... Whatever project you do, I'll be jamming it Kevin. Love from Houston TX.

[@PeterHagen]

Good luck with finding your opportunities! Hope to see you blast again soon!

[@manuelgodinez7591]

You're a total monster, the ultimate technical metal drummer. Any band will be pleased to have you behind the kit

[@craigstrickland1572]

Well, you have all the talent and tools to be an asset to any band that is lucky enough to have you. I love this audition video; it shows that you are not a one-trick pony.

[@VoxParanoia]

Damn, good luck, my man. You are a serious inspiration in many ways.

[@s.terlouw814]

The best metaldrummer

[@DylanPottsDrums]

You are legitimately, in my opinion, the best extreme drummer in the world. Nobody even comes close, with the exception of Diepold and Ken. Benighted really dropped the ball.

[@ismaluna9177]

john longstreth bags to differ

[@DylanPottsDrums]

@ he rips, I should’ve specified, in the newer generation, Kevin sits on the throne. Plus Kevin does singles so I mean

[@ismaluna9177]

@DylanPottsDrums what does it mean? I do doubles with my hands does that mean someone who does singles throughout is better?

[@DylanPottsDrums]

@@ismaluna9177 nah, I do singles and doubles with my feet. It was ball breaking. Come on guy. Lmao

[@lucasrodriguez8798]

jajajja

[@tokyosan1]

Archspire, please hire this man right now.

[@BurnTheNuance]

I guess he didn't get it. Poor choice.

[@Everythingwentblack69]

Nobody else could play as fast and smooth as you Kevin!!!

[@BrofUJu]

Good luck dude! Your audition was so good and you're so talented. Only good stuff ahead.

[@davidl5933]

I was happy I could see you this year with Benighted, you’re a an amazing drummer and every band working with you should be grateful! Bonne chance!

[@mattvdh]

I don't know what Benighted is thinking, you're irreplaceable. I don't think even Longstreth could play that stuff. Brother I think I know the perfect band for you. Talk to the guys in First Fragment, they're French speaking as well and quite on your level of advanced technical playing and blistering speed.

[@YANAPA]

Nicholas Wells does just fine with First Fragment.

[@The0nlyy]

Lol I discovered Kevin from the audition and then became a Benighted fan. Never would have heard of them before. Someone in the band must have an ego, rather than humbly knowing Kevin was giving them exposure.

[@Compendyum]

No one is irreplaceable. Cant really remember anyone so comfortable playing this fast blazing style aside from Longstreth or Barker. I enjoy Kevin's work, but FF is even a longer stretch than Archspire.

[@RevolutionNTty]

You really didnt said that about Longstreth. That guys can play anything.

[@joshimawashi]

Kev, whatever band you team up with, I'll be sure to back it 100%. Your work with Benighted has been next level...

[@p1llupoelloe]

Definitely one of the best drummers on the planet.

[@twelvelookslike]

Damn man. Benighted was my all time favorite band. I dont think it will ever sound the same without you. You made that band amazing soo im sure whatever you do next will be amazing.

[@domdez]

Wishing you the best man. One of the best to do it, the bounce-back will be massive I'm certain.

[@lee.batista]

Congratulations!!! I'm happy for you. Sucess. ;)

[@GUOMENTAREVIEWS]

Congrats for what? Being kicked out of Benighted and not getting the Archspire gig? :DDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD

[@entheogenofficial3231]

kevin videos are awesome much respect not faking it like some others lol you are the real deal

[@stemcellphone]

Good luck to all involved.

[@alainrebours6420]

Bonne continuation pour la suite 😉🤘

[@kevinparadisdrummer]

Merci ☺️

[@The0nlyy]

Getting fired for participating in a meme audition is crazy work. Good luck man can’t wait to see where you end up!!

[@daralenoach]

Ik man that's insane. Benighted giving off jealous girlfriend energy

[@mathieucocq]

Damn man. It should have been you! All the best for your future endeavors anyway; no way you'll be on the job market for too long!

[@GoreCoreReactsandReviews]

Was really hoping you'd get the Archspire gig. You totally deserved it! 👊🏻Any band will be lucky to have a man of your talent and I can't wait to see what the future holds for you! 🙌🏻Keep Killin' It!! 💀🤘🏻

[@benbert83]

That was fun to watch!

[@zubiac]

I just want to state how insane the part at 4:40 is. I wish you all the best. There are not many people on this planet who can drum like you.

[@THEHAR0LD]

That's some funky blast beating.

[@erloom]

Je vous souhaite le meilleur pour la suite.

[@DEADLINETV]

Dude! If not you, then they're gonna tour with Roland's Dr Rhythm. Your performances were the best and I'm positive you would have been a great asset to that band on many levels. A fitting band will come your way!

[@BrianFosterdrummer]

Omg funk blasting 👏🤘😂🔥

[@HaggisParty]

Wow. I thought you were the obvious choice for Archspire. Touring experience, fit the hair theme, and tight as hell. A lot of others could play the music but only you looked comfortable with it and only you I felt would be able to nail it every night live. Best of luck and looking forward to hearing what's next! Subscribed...

[@elsabernthal]

Your drumming on Scars and Morgue will always fucking rip man, insanely beautiful playing.

[@berkeunal5773]

At least all of these events made this video possible. 😂

[@Milner871]

Loved every second of this! Cheers to you!

[@ZeFrenchFranky]

Not the next Primus drummer Super technique au passage . sympa le sample de Pertubator à 4:05

[@papichulobr]

I really hope KEvin gets to play for a big important band! Dude is a beast!!

[@maximilianoruizgrah]

oooh sir paradis you are diabolical ❣

[@davidpardy]

Hi Kevin, it will be awesome to see you get a new band. I'm sure it won't take long! On the topic of Focal Dystonia, is there any chance you could possibly post a video about it, what your symptoms are/were and what you've done to work through it? I've been dealing with focal dystonia in my left hand since 2018 and it is still very much a work in progress. I play traditional grip now, as every time I think I'm making progress with matched grip I end up feeling like I start to go backwards again.

[@Crms-like-Crims]

best of luck in the future, I was really hoping you'd get the archspire gig!

[@VictorTarela]

I didn't know you had to deal with focal dystonia. I am under treatment right now, I wish you could share your experience and how your approach was. I am a guitar player from Spain and I wish you the best for the future :)

[@egcowling9657]

Archspire passed on you and I know it'll be for the better brother. Cuz if the Universe told you no, then It means youve got something Bigger and more amazing in store for you. This is gunna be Amazing! Cant wait Kev! plus.... Them Archspire guys gave off a bad smell. Stuck up in a "were funny and don't care because were so amazing" that was the vibe I got, I was only ready to listen to them when you joined lol!

[@Lloocii]

The band members from Archspire are great guys from some personal interactions with them. They can have their reasons for not wanting him. Whatever vibe you picked up is a slice and speaks to the ease at which people's opinions are manipulated by their own tiny perspective. You give off a bad smell with your uneducated opinion. The next time you eat some bad Chipotle, you can tell yourself your gut feeling saved you from a fatal chance circumstance. Later on, you can start doing tarot and collect some shungite while your crazy gf molests some crystals and predicts the next president of Uruguay. Maybe a group of friends likes goofing around, or maybe you're Dick Tracy, and sniffed their chakras to the point of nirvanic congestion. As a rational person, I'd pick the former as the latter is too close to an excuse to throw gang signs at goat entrails until the magic 8-ball gives you the answer your out of touch subconscious forgot to relay to your frontal lobe.

[@x8jason8x]

I truly thought you were the one for the job, but hey, you never know what's next!

[@da5e]

You should give Iron Maiden a shout.

[@reisselpud]

Really cool video !

[@travisferrie]

You deserve to be the drummer of Archspire!!!

[@FilipeGomesDrummer]

Sad to see that Archspire made the mistake of not hiring you. From the ones I saw, yours was pretty much the cleanest one. John "God of doubles" Longstreth was also very good, IMHO. Still can't wrap my head around the fact that Benighted parted ways because of an assumption. I'm sure you will find something else soon and maybe it will make you feel fulfilled. Also, I'm enjoying this humurous side of yours. Best regards Kevin