Tool - Lateralus - Johnkew Drum Cover

[@waynekerr4141]

The bit between 0.00 and 9.28 is killer

[@radheksabintangakbar2085]

Indeed

[@mrkrunch4340]

Sort of went downhill after that though. 😋

[@stle-jayyy]

Oh, that was an amazing part.

[@SightsToKeepInSight]

yeah, best part

[@waynekerr8003]

@@mrkrunch4340 , yeah it really tapered off after that

[@johnkew]

Thanks for your comments everyone; I read each and every one and I'm blown away by the amount of great feedback!

[@lollopasqu96]

+johnkew The perfect gift for my birthday, thank you so much.. You Rock!!!

[@branniganfarnsworth3342]

+Lorenzo Pasquetti a gift for your birthday was a guy playing a cover of a song? Odd

[@RenegadeRanga]

+johnkew Johnny you're a gun but your kit is missing a gong, ha ha ha, mad work like usual.

[@thecalculator1000]

+johnkew open hats at the start detract for mine otherwise great

[@paulbauer6175]

+johnkew I've been waiting for this for ages. killed it man

[@user-hh6mv2en4e]

8:05 is no one gonna talk about that?!?!?

[@carlosalvador3926]

insane skill!

[@akhmassimohamed7054]

Oooow what was that shiiit

[@zkazzay]

You didn't catch the one at 7:20 ?

[@rebelduck9077]

No gong but that substitute was definitely legit

[@jayp.6166]

Oh, I talked about it. Watching it for the 58th time, the most impressive part is where he catches it. Right behind the ear. Incredible.

[@soysantim]

A very close friend of mine died 7 years ago on accident. He was the one who introduced me to Tool and this was the first song he made me listen. I feel in love with the band instantly. Every 24 of March I open a beer, listen to this song and see this video. hoping that someday I can pay tribute to his memory by doing a drum cover.

[@MissRadi0active]

🍻 Here's to your friend, friend. I hope you're doing well.

[@SFGW]

07:06 is my favourite Danny Carey fill of all time, it's just so unbelievably brutal at that part in the song.

[@jakubjastrzebski9890]

Agree

[@dellywelly5538]

4:45 too. gives me chills every time.

[@bryanbryan6108]

@@dellywelly5538no. 7:06 was correct

[@TheBrawlingBrothers]

Love the Fibonaci spiral on the drum. nice touch.

[@jorgemaciel1598]

great

[@willy_rolly]

Agreed!

[@branniganfarnsworth3342]

A very sexy touch. I'm aroused

[@devinbuchhorn]

+TheBrawlingBrothers I believe it's Fibonacci. Looks like its made of super tiny pieces of tape too. Must have took a lot of patience.

[@saintjabroni]

Windows XP A Fibonacci is the most ancient form of contraceptive devices in recorded history. Circa 700 B.C. It involved a string and a teaspoon of sand, and in some cultures a quarter inch of parchment paper.

[@brettrunr6976]

Holy mother of god that was good! What a pleasure to watch someone with such a gift. Its reassuring that in this world there are still people out there pursuing art and expression in positive ways. Much respect.

[@hockyjocky4]

Brettrun R I agree! The concentration for this song is mind boggling... incredible!!!!

[@MrDieseldog]

Amen to that...

[@gwidao123]

It's the gift, the gift of cold hard unadulterated practice

[@eldonroy]

Omg amazing stuff!!

[@StarWolfer]

Agreed :)

[@17190chejo]

Stop being modest and scream loudly from rooftops: "I can nail Tool drum tracks!" How many do you think can claim that?? This is just awesome!!!!

[@xImBeaST12321x]

Fuze TheHostage learn to swim

[@hangingwithmatty9465]

....4

[@TheJanvicgwaps]

This one is easy.. With enough practice and selling one's soul to tbe devil.. You can do it..

[@alejandrodavid3307]

This guy is just amazing, but we must admit the brightest mind that created such a masterpiece song

[@gabrielkenyon5794]

I can pull this off, took me months of work.

[@zachi70]

5:39 This is the part where the polyrhythms start to get really mind-bending! Great job!

[@branni6538]

When i was learning polyrhythms and multi limb independence I,d go cross eyed literally..........haha. I found it impossible to continue reading sheet music so had to learn the basic patterns then go by ear. Only after some time for new songs did this stop but if I tried a new one I,d go cross eye blind again. Lol......... 29 seconds ago

[@JAContes]

Yeah, you can tell this is the part where he really has to concentrate. You can see billions of synapses firing all at once!! :)

[@Alex-pb1iy]

@@JAContes by no means am I a polyrhythms god. But I found this particular best not all that difficult to play actually. There are other parts in the song that are far harder to play. Of course everyone is different;)

[@JAContes]

@@Alex-pb1iy Harder, maybe but this part takes the most concentration. Like I said, you can see him in super focus mode.

[@Alex-pb1iy]

@@JAContes I think at least for me, mindset is a huge part of it. When I was learning it I was looking at that part as just another beat and not a complex series of polyrhythms. For me if I looked at it like that I think it would be several times more difficult. When I look at polyrhythms like that instead of a basic beat, their harder for me to play. Again that’s just me. I’m not better or more gifted than anyone else nor would I ever claim to be. I’m purely speaking of my journey. Although I do remember a video a long time ago where a guy was explaining that part and said it was “playing over 8’s” I with I could find it and his explanation. Take it easy!

[@CristianHernandez-dx3tn]

Damn bro, the 4:55-7:18 section is one of the most glorious moments of drums in metal for sure.

[@jessesiegel8458]

Churrumais Hernandez in all music

[@nathenstapleton5320]

Idk I like 0:00 to 9:28

[@dokanyon]

Danny Carrey is one of the smartest drummers i've listened to in my life.

[@desperationmixtape6428]

then listen to more music. you have just started

[@dokanyon]

ive listened to dave weckl a lot.i didnt say that danny got crazy skills , just that he makes smart creative beats

[@desperationmixtape6428]

I don't like dave weckl. But depends on the contest in which you are playing. Let's say danny has a lot of space in a band like tool in which he acts like the main force. In another band he probably would have less freedom.

[@Dremin2009]

when you got skills like Danny you will command that kind of space. Also he could probably crush the skulls of the other band members with 1 hand :D

[@hockyjocky4]

Desperation Mixtape You're way off base here. What makes a good drummer is your opinion. In my opinion you don't need to be flailing and fast, or have to double bass the entire song. To me Danny Carey doesn't add any junk. Every beat has a purpose and he's extremely technical. His work is fun to listen to without the music in the background. Only The Rev, Ginger Baker, Bonham, and Carey stand alone.

[@timothywolff-piggott5297]

The stick flip at 07:20 is basically a mic drop.

[@kaiserdooder]

hahahahahahahaha, like in coming to America..... randy Watson.

[@MJacobsen]

Imagine being at a Tool concert when that exact moment kicks in!! Everybody goes f*cking apeshit (including me if I was there :) )

[@norphes3865]

8:01 bro

[@Jcikokalol]

Yes, yes it was! It was his fuck yea I killed that hard ass shit, time to party this rock groove! It was written all over his face

[@kinneyclausnitzer2791]

I had to read the this to confirm I actually seen that Lol yes jaw dropping performance

[@AakashBalajiCyborg]

I dont have a drumkit , but its so much fun to play along the starting parts of the song with pens lmao

[@roughnegg6615]

I tap on the table with my hands every time I hear this song ;)

[@AakashBalajiCyborg]

Roughnegg ikr its so much fun to play along lol

[@austinmarek7442]

Aakash Balaji i thought you said "with penis"

[@NilsHedstrom]

@@AakashBalajiCyborg Haha thats the only "easy" part of the song, the rest is pretty complicated, with hard time signatures changes, polyrhythms between foots and hands etc, but the beginning is very cool and indeed, fun to play along to:)

[@JayCord00]

The John Wick of drumming

[@markmeri4247]

If ya'll don't know much about drumming, lemme just tell you that the foot intrance at 2:03 requires such a high level of independence and it's incredibly hard to keep both feet running like that while still playing fives with the hands Preach for this drummer!!

[@john_doh_666]

My air drumming would never be as good as his performance 🤘

[@nachocavallocarbonell1863]

I can't even air drum Danny, so difficult that he doesn't even let you play with him

[@JoshuaPagan]

*watches drum cover full of intricate and complex parts - subscribes cause of cool drumstick twirling*

[@kostasfykouras2244]

I like the fibonacci reference on the tom next to the snare.Great job!!!

[@MrJohnnyAOA]

Nice eye! Also the read shirt with Native American reference.

[@aztektacquio9616]

man youre deep...fibonacci! =)

[@StrangerE0ns]

Aztek Tacquio I guess he... *spiraled out*

[@SelfSuckGiraffe]

yeah...this guy does acid

[@erin0001]

Love the Fibonacci, but even more so, the placement of the mic on that tom!

[@dylan2705]

Fact: The best Tool covers on youtube are from Johnkew

[@weth3people137]

Delta Empire has left the chat.

[@newsbuster292]

These kids doing 46 & 2 deserve an honerable mention as well, but yes this is a pro.

[@sinistrality7883]

I think my favorite cover of Lateralus is gotta be that one dude who played it on tin cans

[@alejandrodavid3307]

Totalmente de acuerdo

[@nh-oj8ne]

He is quite skilled, but I cannot in good conscious agree that he is the best until he covers triad. Once he does that we can talk…

[@MrSamooska]

I first discovered this video about 2 years ago and i've watched it probably 30-50 times and each time I discover some new little groove that blows my mind.

[@rajdeepkota]

that's the beauty of tool's music

[@djentrification1631]

7:07 Arguably the best fill in the whole damn song 😁

[@BlindingTearsItalia]

God dude, your playing is amazing and all, but the trick at 7:20 is just sick, and you did it in a moment of the song that is so climactic, i was quite turned on XD

[@jimlunn]

Francesco Cacciante Agree. That was badass

[@mgonzalez8880]

Dude is Demi-God.

[@makismakiavelis5718]

5:37 Jesus Christ! This part. This is the part that caught my attention when I first listened to this song so many years ago. This is the type of shit you normally hear in a Jazz-Fusion piece. I like it because as a non-drummer I find it is so confusing and unusual but also weirdly satisfying. And you nailed it. I only have a rudimentary understanding of how drums work but I bet it must have been tricky to play. Kudos, keep spiralling out!

[@michmyers73]

This part of the song is insanely, difficult, I agree with your words every one bit, essentially, the drums and vocals are playing five measures for every four measures played by the bass and guitar. This means that they disconnect, and then loop back around to each other, if that helps you understand at all.

[@retrohipster994]

For more information on this sort of Rhythm checkout polyrhythm. Also, this sort of use of polyrhythm is pretty common in Progressive bands and djent. if you really like polyrhythm stuff like tool, I would check out tesseract. Every singer that's ever been a part of tesseract is world class and the drummer is a beast. There are some scream vocals, but mainly their stuff is just highly technical with clean vocals. --- Sorry, a quick addendum to this. I forgot that this was on Lateralus. This particular song is heavily influenced by the Fibonacci sequence. In general though, tool builds heavily on polyrhythm.

[@makismakiavelis5718]

@@michmyers73 Thanks mate!

[@garysteeley1932]

I have played with around 22 drums and only 2 could pull it off. That is how hard that it is.

[@tristanwilliams5691]

Not only is it hard to mentally intuit but also physically demanding to play with both of your feet like that. 4 hits on a single pedal is about the maximum you can do with technique, and it's very difficult. (beyond 4 you are just ripped, not using technique)

[@elementcoinsPLCA]

5:36 is one of the greatest Danny Carey moments in any song in the Tool library.

[@Proppur_]

Federalist 46 the high hat rhythm right before/leading into it is fucking incredible

[@darrelstinkmeaner4673]

@@Proppur_ I cannot listen to one without listening to the other

[@darrelstinkmeaner4673]

The transition is mindblowing... Every time.

[@b1_ferg]

I haven't seen anyone else cover Lateralus this well. My favorite Tool song and you've done it justice, friend. More than that, it's inspiring. I have a dream to have a place to play drums one day where I can learn to master such a song. My parents didn't have money when I was young so I didn't have a place to play the drums. I'm 29, busted my ass and I own my own apartment now. I'm working my way to owning a townhome so I can soundproof the shit out of one of the rooms and begin to play. I may never have the opportunity to make a career of it, but I'd be content just being able to play. It would make me the happiest guy in the world just to achieve this one dream of mine.

[@shubham6288]

Similar journey as you brother. Get a TD-27, thank me later.

[@b1_ferg]

@@shubham6288 thanks, my friend. Definitely noted. Out of my price range ATM, but I've put it on the list. Once it's on the list, it doesn't come off until it's mine. 😂 Much appreciated.

[@Smoove_J]

I consider this song to be Tool’s masterpiece. It’s got all the emotion and complexity but they never get lost in the weeds. Nearly 10 minutes and not a single note is wasted.

[@adityatyagi4009]

Keep at it. You'll get there. Drums are so fun to play. All the best.

[@jakethestoner6458]

Im a guitarist and bassist but ive always had a deep respect for drummers and strive to be able to play like them.

[@abellargo7668]

Tool is one of the few bands I have been listening to consistently since I was 17 and now in my mid 40s still enjoying all of their music with the same passion

[@SlemonyGas]

This cover is way better than Meytal's version. You seem to 'get' what Danny Carey's drumming is all about which is playing with feeling. It really comes through in the sound.

[@rickthompson9467]

I agree, she love taps and smiles to much. Drip sweat in music

[@branniganfarnsworth3342]

+Rick Thompson meytal doesn't feel the music.

[@rickthompson9467]

+Brannigan Farnsworth I agree

[@SlemonyGas]

Brannigan Farnsworth Exactly!

[@coldwar45]

+Lord Casodi I like John's version better than Meytal's as well but there's no need to bash.

[@hectormico2112]

7:07 I literally stood up of how amazing that was XD

[@sealofapproval3163]

While still very hard to play, it's probably the easier bit as it's in regular time signature. The 5:37 is truly impressive

[@hectormico2112]

@@sealofapproval3163 yeah, but it just has this overpowering feel to it that i just feel is great.

[@SoDopeStavi]

Honestly, that was the most flawless performance of this masterpiece I've ever seen. Danny Carey not included. Spiral out, brother. Keep going. +1 sub.

[@mikmatra5284]

Again goose bumps bro!!!! One small thing. The snare roll at 4:45 I remember seeing Danny live and he does that with a single hand......

[@norphes3865]

wow... is that even possible?

[@setnomA]

Norphes well he’s a God so...

[@kingzi7932]

No, I checked a Drum Cam of Danney and he plays it the same way as John Kew

[@a7xaudioslavenirvana]

@@norphes3865 gravity blast!

[@silentrev_7360]

7:08 thank me later The whole thing is.absolutely. A.W.E.S.O.M.E! Total badass!

[@ninac1114]

Wow

[@shubham6288]

Watching him hit that bell so accurately after going through that whole fill gives me goosebumps

[@EdGeyy]

When you threw both sticks and came crashing back down I have to admit a bit of wee came out. Absolutely amazing.

[@johnkew]

+Alpha Bet lol

[@ChefRojo]

Man, it just flows through you. You are the drums and the drums are you. Fucking skills. Best of luck to you

[@johnkew]

Thanks man, that's one of the most fun feeling when drumming: when it feels like you're just getting out of the way and letting that energy take over.

[@rexross6808]

there is really nothing like it. its an actual high. incredibly intoxicating.,😊

[@gredangeo]

The double stick flip at 7:20. Holy hell that was awesome. :D :D So much control and really into the song. Well done track.

[@danielvaldezaguirre]

Couldn't find this one on johnkew's Tool playlist and thought the usual scumbags of YT had removed it. Hope Danny Carey sees your work and prevents from being dropped down for copyright crap.... its only for educational and research purposes. Best tool covers ever!

[@seanfee2198]

Tool's music always imbues a sublime sense of satisfaction, but Lateralus by far takes me on a journey more thoroughly than most anything else they've done. Power and subtle grace flow in equal measure in this piece, and it must be an incomparable trip to directly participate in it as you have done here. I am so envious...but I am also just as thankful to you for giving us a glimpse of the effort behind performing such a masterpiece.

[@TheElectricBuddha]

There are many Carey covers out there, but few that capture the feeling, vibe, essence - whatever you want to call it. This one sure does. Danny would be proud. Well done, man.

[@camilo.venegas]

Sometimes when I listen to music I like to close my eyes and feel the release of pleasure. Today with this video I managed to get that same sensation, but without closing my eyes. You really drive me through a musical journey, especially in a song that features such a rich drumming. Been expecting this one for quite some time. Thank you

[@johnkew]

+Camilo Venegas Thanks for this great feedback, it means a lot to me!

[@peralez2383]

the sound of those drums is deep, low and brutal...so lovely

[@rogermontejo2986]

8 years and this still goes hard 🔥

[@cantonnader5837]

I don't think people realize how difficult Tools time is to keep, and then this dude has it on lock down! Clean, precise and technical master piece. 👌 well done good sir. Your Tool covers are incredible

[@Drumavarium]

Dude. I have watched what feels like thousands of covers of thousands of songs. This is probably the best cover of any song I have seen in my lifetime. I strive to be someone who can play as good as you and with emotions just as strong. Plus, THAT GODDAMN TRICK AT 7:20 WAS THE MOST BADASS ONE I HAVE EVER SEEN!! You just gained a huge fan man! Keep it up, that was as tight as can be.

[@johnkew]

Thanks man! I was debating using a stick trick on this one, as I didn't want to seem to trivialize Carey's playing, but it just felt right. If there's any Tool song that lends itself to a visual flourish, it's this ending!

[@lkwalden7]

I've been anticipating this one for a long time. Here we go.

[@lkwalden7]

The polyrhythm at kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5rGioqiaNxlqLcm40s is insane. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5rGioqiaNxlqLcm40s - kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5rGioqiaNxlqLcm20s just left me with a huge grin on my face. Awesome work John, I aspire to one day be able to pull this off.

[@augustburnsred3541]

+luke walden thanks man

[@rackhir100]

The part after the solo where it get much simpler and slower it feel like unloading your soul. Amazing.

[@robertdupuis2196]

i have sat and listened to this song dozens of times with my eyes closed focusing on the drums as this is one of my all time favorites but seeing it is simply amazing.. what a track.. feel like i'm at the shooting range

[@robbwilshaw8929]

Best drum cover artist there is! PERIOD! Everything that guy plays is absolutely perfect

[@MikelangeloYoutube]

Watching this in glorious 2160p, my eyes have never known such beauty..

[@airwann]

2160p ? does that exists ?

[@asthana.rishabh]

4K

[@AmitDas-wp4vp]

Effect of spirals maybe

[@eduh7950]

Don't usually comment on drum cover videos, especially on Tool covers. In fact this is the first one I HAD to comment on. This is by far the best cover of Lateralus I've seen on KZbin. I may find a similar one, but I'm 100% sure I won't find a BETTER one since this one was basically flawless. Well played, John....

[@johnkew]

Thanks for chiming in, I appreciate the feedback!

[@nikolaystoychevdrums]

One of the things I find hardest in music, no matter which instrument you play, is finding what music to play depending on you as a person. There is nothing about the playing I can comment - it's out of this world, but just how much the music fits you while I watch you play to it - the movement, the energy, the emotions. One of my favorite covers to date!

[@MatthewFreeman]

I've lost count how many times I've watched this; One of my favourite songs, by one of my favourite drummers. I wish I could nail this with such precision!

[@learntaswim5420]

Closest I have heard to Danny himself and I have had the good fortune to see Tool live 6 times. Bravo! You kill it where other people covering it are off

[@tduic]

Phenomenal, as always. I just wanted to emphasize, after all that technical polymeter, polyrhythm and whatnot, finally at 7:21 when it comes to a normal 4/4, there's just so visible breath of relief and "Now I'm gonna enjoy!" look on your face, and style of drumming changes 100%. A joy to watch and listen. Thank you John for your videos, really, from the bottom of my heart.

[@Classicalmusicscores1984]

Hes actually playing 6/8 time, the guitar is the one in 4/4. More polyrythm, just not on the drum... TOOL

[@tduic]

@@Classicalmusicscores1984 Yep, now that I counted, it's really 6/8. :) But even that is "simple" enough to easily headbang after all that before, hahaha. :)

[@ryanpittel1829]

It’s 6/4. 6/8 is twice as fast and is the previous time signature during the buildup. 6/8 comes back at 8:15.

[@burn740]

I have watched these videos for years to get my streaming Tool fix. I love watching you play and your videos are top notch. I will keep coming back!

[@luigicastillo5668]

That drum with the spiral bouncing like a heartbeat from the sticks did a great job

[@bradklaas4629]

u channel danny so perfectly. your enthusiasm is contagious, precision on precision, keeps me coming back over and over on same video. your indian shirts and homely innocence are intoxicating on top of superiour drum skills on the best band of our generation

[@treefell100]

That’s one of the most awe inspiring things I’ve ever seen. Utterly amazing piece of drumming John

[@piccherroll]

Damn I need to come back every now and then to watch you absolute nail my favourite song from my favourite band. And of course it is so shallow to talk about those stick flips, but damn those were the icing on the cake cause you look soooo "in the zone" man. And I love your expression right at the last ten seconds, when you know you nailed it and you look so satisfied. My oh my John, you are crazy and so talented.

[@cesarfranku]

I found myself clapping at the end, alone in my room like "dude, you deserve a medal"

[@SteveToccoDrummer]

Perfect!!!! Absolutely perfect in every detail--the performance AND the production. As I've commented before, I am in a Tool tribute band and your videos are tremendously helpful to me. After watching your channel I am embarrassed about mine. I have 450+ covers on my channel and they're all shot with a single camera, no post production, no outboard gear of any kind. They couldn't be more lame. You are an inspiration on so many levels. Thank you!!!!!

[@owenfolsom9875]

7:07 I'm a begginner/intermediate drummer and I love this song so much. That whole section of the song has always given me chills and with the way you play it, I could listen to that all day. I love the way you extended the fill like how Danny does it live and I just love the way you played the whole song. Hats off to you covering one of the hardest songs on drums I've even come across, and making it unique in your own way. Amazing song. Amazing cover. Amazing job.

[@anthemdrums462]

You inspire me to practice, practice, practice!! The amount of time & effort you have committed yourself to break down all the intrical parts & pieces of the Alien known as Danny Carey is absolutely incredible!!! I cannot applaud your efforts enough to justify what you are achieving! Brilliant!! Just Brilliant!!

[@leades12]

Anyone around 2024 🤘🏻

[@AnonymousBosch3158]

Hell yeah! 🤘🏻

[@principalmcvicker6530]

Yep. Same answer next year lol. I see a comment of mine here from 5 years ago

[@gonavylife]

2027: yes

[@silverballer7342]

I wonder how the band,"Tool" is of this planet. Their music compositions are out of this world. Great playing Mr. John! 👏👏👏

[@troyoldroyd9759]

Awesome cover and thanks for sharing. I saw Tool live a couple of month ago and I am always blown away by their precision and attention to detail. It's why it took them 13 years to make a new album. As a fellow drummer playing for about 30 years now your comment really a struck a chord with me. "Almost like a trance. I love that feeling, and it's one of the reasons why I keep playing the drums. I've never really captured that energy with anything else." Thank you. I feel the same thing, but I have never been able to articulate it in such a simple phrase.

[@elizabeththomas1341]

holy shit. every once in a while you see someone whose instrument is a pure extension of their body. this is one of those once in a whiles.

[@allcartuner]

I watched this video probably well over 50 times. This is, quite literally the perfect cover, and it's of one of the best and most difficult songs ever recorded. I'm amazed each time I watch it.

[@MrPasympa]

You look and sound like you are really enjoying yourself and I think that's what makes this cover work so well. :)

[@khyan]

This is one of my favourites and you nailed it.

[@leepeters4957]

watched this video about 1000 times now.... everytime I get chills..... You sir, are a fan at a level, most people cant even understand........ Brilliance!!!!

[@darkoverllord]

hell yeah brother! loved it

[@ehill1536]

Damn man! Keeping those weird timings, flawlessly... Had me smiling ear to ear. Rock TF out!

[@maxadrums]

Man, John, this is awesome.

[@johnkew]

Thanks for the comment, and thanks for stopping by!

[@horaciotombeto9580]

OMG....That was just perfection Finally i can hear and watch a perfect cover of this song It's great to know that we still have people with great ear and musical instincts.....this is not just a cover This is a perfect way to love and admire real music Perfect job sir🎼👏

[@Ryan-me8sd]

this is the best drum cover of this song or any Tool song I've seen yet, awesome job man

[@derekortiz3663]

8:02 dripping with swagger. Makes the vid so much better. Always fast forward to the breakdown.

[@OwlChapino]

Fuck that was amazing. Not the first video of yours to make me teary eyed just from sheer awesomeness haha. Job. Well. Done.

[@rileylaforge7640]

love the fibonacci spiral on the floor drum :)

[@phoenixantis6994]

everybody impressed at 7:20. yeah that's incredibly times and placed and impressive but what about 8:03???

[@azhurelpigeon]

TRIPLE SPIN JESUS CHRISTTTTT

[@jboneschreibs6081]

You’re my new drum hero! I’m so addicted to Tool at so many levels, but it’s almost spiritual for me. To be able to study someone playing drums at the skill level you bring absolutely blows my mind and motivates me to get behind my drum set knowing I’ll never be able to come close to playing like you. Doesn’t matter...the inspiration is there nonetheless. I literally smile ear to ear watching your Tool covers. I hope you do every single Tool song. You are phenomenal.

[@tidepride86]

5:37 Wow. How in the hell do you play such a weird, unorthodox sounding beat? Incredible

[@tidepride86]

@@shanecombs1993 It sounds incredible

[@Stone-faced]

7:07 was so satisfying to watch cause I’ve been trying to learn this too

[@NiamrajMusic]

Watching this was so inspiring, I felt like I was in a trance just watching you journey through this track, then that two handed stick catch at 7:18 was so uplifting to see you pull off - true passion. Fucking incredible.

[@mgonzalez8880]

Joe Jarmain This guy is reaaaallly good.

[@Fyrewitch23]

watched this about 20 times now and it's nothing short of magnificent

[@jamesbekurs4683]

One of the best drummers putting videos out to the ether via KZbin. It’s an absolute joy watching you beat the crap out of your kit, man.

[@jakepark9962]

Justin chancellor is playing drums. Really good as well

[@misterLukeG]

well played mate. even got the snare throw off for the poly rhythm section. nice detail.

[@cadenringling7342]

I couldn't help but smile from 6:39-7:18. Nice job!

[@hardiksharma1428]

Revisiting. Earlier, I used to like you the best from everyone who covered Danny Carey, but I couldn't tell what it was. This time, I see it. Your form is a lot more beautiful than all of them, and that is what any drummer who wants to be good would want and appreciate. Getting down to practice, and I'll be back one of these days when I cover this beast.

[@cinquecento1985]

Amazing. And it gets even more amazing if you try it yourself and see how complex it is. Then you have to think that it is one thing to cover it, and another to come up with that stuff.. and it fits so beautiful in the music. just genius. thank you for showing this.

[@tonyanewman314]

Absolutely envious of people that are coordinated enough to do this. Great job on playing one of my favorite songs. The talent it takes to play it is incredible and what’s even more amazing is Danny’s ability to write these drum beats

[@MicheleCiprianiit]

7:18 Ninjutsu! and look how does it feel the groove, awesome! \m/

[@Plohph1]

WOW this is the best drum cover i have ever seen. Can`t belive you only have 25K subs!

[@МихаилПавлов-о4н]

Шикарный драм шикарного трэка. Ни добавить, ни убавить😍

[@personaldronerepair6141]

Never ceases to wash away the world.......if only for a moment. That'll do me for the month. Thank You Jon !!!

[@ReconXOverland]

I don’t know what’s happening, but KZbin is back to recommending videos of this channel…I ain’t even mad, this is 100% the best cover on KZbin. Patiently waiting forJohnKew’s return.

[@killahgrag1]

I love watching each and every one of your videos, especially the Tool and Deftones covers. However, have you ever given TesseracT, particularly the song Nocturne (on the Altered State album) a shot? I would love to hear your take on that song and I think it's right up your alley. And this song... I've been blown away by this song'd drums ever since seeing that video of Danny Carey playing it on his custom brass kit. Seeing the whole thing played out by you was a treat!

[@johnkew]

+Greg Schmidt Great recommendation - I love Tesseract! And thanks for the great comments.

[@hiimkaiki7508]

*a year late but* based on the few videos of yours I've seen today I would LOVE to see TesseracT represented here

[@travispick5160]

Not sure how many of the 290K views are me, but I can't get enough of this. Masterful work.

[@pauln.]

7:10...jaw drops to the floor...

[@shimi3065]

Goosebumps dude... I always get them at that brief pause after the guitar solo but you enhanced them further with that double stick flip.

[@marksteiger7114]

So glad that this video showed up in my feed. I absolutely enjoyed every minute of it!