Larnell Lewis Hears "Enter Sandman" For The First Time (Reaction)

[@stefandotp]

I‘m as a drummer watching another drummer watching another drummer listening to the drums by another drummer

[@i_make_shite_content]

I’m a drummer replying to another drummer watching another drummer watching another drummer listening to the drums by another drummer

[@TheGergonator]

Im a drummer replying to a drummer who replied to a drummer on a youtube video about a drummer listening to a drummer.

[@CapaNoisyCapa]

I wonder where Lars fits into this.

[@ronmills2026]

@@CapaNoisyCapa he gets the royalty check.

[@Greeata]

@@CapaNoisyCapa probably sat in his mansion counting all the money he made from drumming

[@TheJerseyNinja]

Was it perfect? No. Did he miss some parts and confuse some others? Yes. But who fucking cares? He listened to the song all the way through without stopping it once. One time only, and then got this close on his first pass. That’s so insanely impressive.

[@JohnSmith-oe5kx]

Agreed! As someone who “knows” the song for having heard it on the radio from time to time, I noticed a few spots that sounded different from the original, but absolutely nothing he did sounded wrong. You could have laid that track down on the first pass. Crazy.

[@Tensen01]

He actually says in the video that was his second take.

[@statelessnumber6109]

Personally i have been playing enter sandman for 2 years now and i still mess up . He listened to it once and basically got it perfect

[@miff227]

@@Tensen01 yeah I wondered if I'd heard that wrong, or it didn't mean what we think it means? Seems weird to gloss over that but leave that comment in

[@sunrisesunset1734]

Why bother to mention perfection if he just listened to it and then played it? Jersey Ninja strikes again I suppose, lol.

[@larrycooper7261]

Who cares if he's not "note for note." He absolutely owns this song. And I love that he shows the freedom we have, as drummers, to add our own nuances to whatever we're playing.

[@UTBanjo]

The best part is when you see that shift in him mid song, and he owns it from there on out.

[@SlightlyTechnical]

exactly , when i play a song on guitar i do not stick to it note for note ,i put my own twist to it ,to me playing something note for note is boring

[@ClandestineSnowman]

I don't drum, I draw, but with any artist's interpretation of another artists work - I don't get the obsession some people have with exact replication. If I wanted to hear the original version, or look at an original picasso, I would listen to the original or look at the original painting. I'm interested in seeing how someone can interpret an existing work through their own style.

[@rakasin]

Lewis indeed missed the part he knew he'd miss, and then proceeded to rewrite the outro with panache. Dude's a BEAST of a drummer

[@dbarcene]

I have missed parts like that in sax countless times, having played the piece more than twice before, and the guy only got one chance at listening and one to play, no wonder he'd missed it.

[@howlinwolf7728]

I once saw Herbie Hancock live. The drummer was doing stuff with one foot pedal that sounded like 2. I almost gave up playing, then realized I should be inspired. I also once saw a jazz band and thought, "How could their playing be so tight?" I asked them and the guitarist says, "Man, were just jamming. I barely know these cats".

[@sumikolibby3203]

That is the beauty of jazz. It's universal. Thats the beauty of live music! Brings people together.

[@gilbatzri]

@@sumikolibby3203 That's beauty of players that know what they are doing. The form at its height has solos and internal conversations that are unmatched in any music I have experienced. The closest I have come to it is symphonic music, but that doesn't have the improvisational aspect, it is a mastery of formation and execution, where a jazz combo is alignment thru mastery, cues and conversation..

[@rosmanrosdi2216]

Music's universal guys no matter what genre you're if you're a drummer you are a drummer no matter what genre

[@gustogusto4519]

Went to a bar and caught a 3 piece 'Jazz' group that was super tight and I was enjoying their George Benson covers. Asked them after the gig, 'How long have you guys been a Jazz trio?' "Oh, we're not. We're music students at the local Uni and have to do live performance for credits. We're in a Death Metal band." My jaw hit the floor. Skill is skill, regardless of preferred genre.

[@generichuman_]

Larnell Lewis listening to Metallica's entire discography... "still open hi hats... ok"

[@jackspratt7264]

Don't get me started. Because Lars... just, never mind. (smh)

[@Whooooooops]

He probably replaced his hi hat pedal with another bass pedal and forgot about it

[@whitelion204]

Man Lars probably didn't even know how to close it

[@WR4lTH]

I’m dead 😂😂😂

[@liamsmith2340]

Okay, copy and paste 😏

[@mushroomsteve]

The one beat he missed was when James Hetfield says "oooh" at 15:32 - in the song there is a beat on the snare that Larnell Lewis didn't hit. That was the only beat I saw him miss. And he called it in his active listening session at 7:05 when he says, "Oh, I'm gonna miss that!" So in a sense, it was perfect to the extent that he even called his missed beat ahead of time. And I think he later realized that in the bit afterwards. This guy is amazing - a human metronome.

[@Brew78]

I always thought it was him yelling "BOO!"

[@TimMaddux]

@@Brew78 “boom” is what I hear

[@zelenisok]

eg he missed the 11:27 crash too.. he killed it regardless..

[@BumblebeeElectron]

While Larnell was listening to the tune, I was thinking "Wait 'til Bryan sees Larnell doing double kick pedal patterns - with one pedal".

[@maxwelld23]

I just noticed , absolutely insane

[@dargosinger]

Is there a time stamp for this?

[@BumblebeeElectron]

​@@dargosinger Cue up to the 16:00 mark and in a few seconds you'll see his right foot moving like a hummingbird's wing.

[@falxonPSN]

@@BumblebeeElectron I don't play kit drums, but my god that was fast. I can admire that.

[@KaiSandbrook]

The obvious respect Bryan has for Larnell is honestly amazing. I love it

[@jweezy15able]

What he missed in accuracy, he made up 2x in creativity. Those ending fills were super tasty.

[@chillneophite8863]

Larnell seems to just genuinely LOVE music. Doesn’t matter what it is, he loves music. Enjoyed the hell out of watching this reaction. You got a new sub. Really enjoyed watching your reaction.

[@Ayodehi]

I love the respect that Larnell gives it, a true professional. To me, Lars makes Metallica. I always describe his style as kinda.. melodic drumming. He makes the drums a true instrument and not a fancy metronome. I don't know if I'm describing it properly but I expect people understand lol. We know what Larnell Lewis is capable of, but he clearly picked up on and stayed true to the theme and by the end was just having so much fun.

[@TheClassicWorld]

I think the jazz guys of the 1920s already made the drums a true instrument, haha. They drummed so well, it's crazy. Don't forget, Jazz-trained drummers dominated rock and roll until the 1970s.

[@Ayodehi]

@@TheClassicWorld Thanks for the tip! I'm gonna have to check some out and listen for it.

[@sirbattlecat]

Lars is such a paradox for me. I honestly think he's a bad drummer, but at the same time he is responsible for how my brain thinks drumming should be done. He's like the Ringo of metal.

[@TheClassicWorld]

@@sirbattlecat Wasn't Ringo famously a good classical drummer?

[@sirbattlecat]

@@TheClassicWorld He's like Lars where you have 1 group saying he sucks, and another saying he's brilliant.

[@jeremyjsutton]

"Just downloaded the song...in his mind..." Nah. If he had, Lars would have sued him.

[@aidanmatthews3925]

The most underappreciated comment here ahaha

[@RonJomero]

@@aidanmatthews3925 I agree. (I still remember my "cease and desist" email from Metallica over Napster)

[@never2354]

That's one for The Napster Generation!

[@alik556]

ON. POINT.

[@cem330]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ry5267]

Best part is Bryan's face. Smiling, appreciating other musicians other drummers. Amazing

[@JeffNipp]

"it feels like taking a math test" This is great! That's exactly how I explained the difference between people like Lewis and normal musicians. When I was playing jazz I was doing math. I was counting my ass off, doing transformations in my head, thinking really hard. So even though I got to be pretty good by hard work and lots of practice, people like Lewis breezed by me without looking back. The difference is the same as a native language speaker writing poetry and trying to write poetry in a foreign language. Lewis speaks music. More directly, he speaks drums fluently. So for him playing metal is just doing an accent or a dialect. Playing a pop tune or a country tune would be the same. Meanwhile, normal people are trying to translate from French into German.... And then write poetry. Sure, with study you can pull it off. But then you read a great German poet and realize how far away you are.

[@kautzer]

That's a wonderful analogy!

[@kabd6822]

One of the best explanations ever!

[@askara_755]

Nailed it!

[@TheSkyMex]

Watching Larnell's original video was other worldly surreal. The cat is a genius. Watching you watch him was a treat that gave me joy. Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@JohnNelson1]

Watching Larnell in that video, my heart feels so full, but I'm crying at the same time. Glad someone else can understand how I felt. Absolutely incredible.

[@ScaryBoomBoomGun]

His memory is amazing. He absolutely knows his stuff, too, calling ahead that x or y is going to happen. Brilliance. Absolute brilliance! ❤

[@Stefan8u]

Was really cool seeing Larnell drumming in his stlye to this, and watching you understand what and how he was doing it, and then seeing it through your facial expressions. What was nice was there was no envy, just pleasure and respect in listening to another talented musician, we need more people like you! Very wholesome!

[@the_original_van_d]

Metallica has been my favourite band since I was FIVE. 1985. Larnell’s drumming gave me chills, bro. Incredible.

[@DonOpto327]

Man, you give me good vibes dude. And the fact that you're a metal drummer enjoying drummers of different genres, you get my sub. Awesome stuff dude, looking forward to more in the future

[@otomotopia1]

You're spot on with the technical aspect. He didn't wow anyone with blast beats or off timing that flowed in and out of the song, but you always FELT those drums. It's Like the first time you listened to Feels Like Teen Spirit. Doesn't matter that it's just a couple cords strung together, damn did it make you bang your head.

[@J972M]

Smells* & that's a damn good point couldn't have said it better myself

[@nevernevernetmedia7928]

Dude you have an excellent vibe - so easy for anyone to just criticize, judge or crcify. So much heart and honesty in your feedback. A pleasure to watch your reaction and this video.

[@grahamers]

You talked over his best part when listening: "Ooohh I am going to miss that bit!"

[@Wajlex]

Righttttttt

[@Samuel-I]

We know the song and all of it's intricacies... it's amazing to watch him anticipate the feel of the song as it evolves and NAIL IT.

[@luisgalindo6705]

Its insane how he can almost predict what's going to happen in the song

[@monkeyspank6444]

It’s insane how LARS ULRICH founded Metallica and paved the way for a Original genre of Music, $350M later, go ahead play the memory game with all his drum tracks, at least the really slow ones🤣

[@hermeticmoon8448]

He has a amazing understanding of song theory

[@jeppyjep]

@@monkeyspank6444 why are you so focus on money? Not everyone play music for money.

[@monkeyspank6444]

@@jeppyjep It becomes a focus if your playing for a living, like Lars Ulrich is🤑🤪 or any other serious musician playing for a living 🤪

[@jeppyjep]

@@monkeyspank6444 but Larnell isnt just a musician. He's also a music professor at Humber College. I value talent over money. Someone who can play some technical stuff is valueble to me compared to a drummer who became famous and rich.

[@jamesxiii1758]

Larnell is such a joy to watch, and as a person in general. I would so pay to see him listen to a Bandmaid song and go ham on the drums like Akane does, haha. I feel like he'd have so much fun with one of those. But yeah, that was fun to watch. As expected. Thanks for reacting to it too.

[@jeppyjep]

@MeRoX Official yes pleaseee

[@Fyrecide]

You can tell after the first verse/chorus, he really gets comfortable with it and has a lot of fun. Amazing. The only bit he really "missed" was at the end when the drums kick back in as James yells "Ooo!" but he still did a fantastic job regardless. Much, MUCH better than I think almost anyone would.

[@sean_b_drummer]

You can really tell he's a Jazz drummer in how laid back his snare hits are as opposed to driving the tempo. Definitely an impressive performance! 👍🏽🤘🏽😎

[@delbomb3131]

Really gotta give you props for you high level of positivity and ability to just have fun with it. The lack of snobbery was refreshing. Have you reacted to anything by tatsuya amano? He's a ton of fun on a kit

[@charlieknockout]

love that look when the drummer who clearly doesnt listen to metal starts loving what he's playin

[@thelouiebrand]

Its always cool to see a bad ass respecting another bad ass. Mad respect.

[@TheOicyu812]

If Lars Ulrich reacts to this, then a wormhole will open up.

[@VinchenzoC]

And I'll go back in time and save everyone on that ship!

[@miff227]

Lars is probably suing for copywrite

[@bjbeardse]

AS he laughs in LUT snare.

[@m.f.culler9012]

I’d love that

[@djblackruss]

@@miff227 LMAO

[@jackofmosttrades9127]

He’s not listening, he’s downloading.

[@monkeelino]

We are witnessing the origins of a never-ending meta drum KZbin hole: to Larnell's reaction to "Enter Sandman"

[@rhudahg]

HOOOOOOLYYYYYYYYYYYY HELL!! 1ST TIME I'VE HEARD LARNELL LEWIS, I'M AN INSTANT, LIFELONG FAN!! SMOOTH, CRISP, YET RAW AND POWERFUL. MR DYNAMIC SHOULD BE YOUR NAME. INCREDIBLE, SIMPLY INCREDIBLE.

[@kiddingme01]

Watching you watching Larnell is so pure. I love this

[@freshfingersff]

He makes me smile ... he wows me all the time I watch him . He is some sort of therapy just watching him . Cooolllllll stuff !

[@JohnTurner313]

You can see Larnell looking at his kit while listening...he hasn't even heard the song all the way through yet and he's already mentally programming himself to play it. Starts out..."I know there were some hi-hats in the beginning..." LOL Amazing skill and talent!

[@frank-waltervondervogelwar4909]

Thank you for your video. I seem to have noticed your eyes water watching Larnell Lewis. I especially thank you for that. I always feel odd if this happens to me, but it does. Some pieces of art make me cry like a baby because it feels like you said: one feels a Genius working. Sometimes even several ones and they work together. I guess it is always similar. Althoug coming more from the classic corner of music, I felt touched: You never even get somewhere near to fathom virtuousity unless you once found out, how hard it is to get just one note straight (p. ex. on a violin). And then there come these people who, with their gift, but as well with their dedication, energy, lifetime-engagement in practicing while other people just close their laptops and get a beer.... They make something of a complexity lightyears beyond the average human's horizon look as easy as a smile and nobody sees all the hard work that has been put into that ability. You cannot honour this better than crying.

[@ErinGnarkill]

geez just stumbled on the original video in my recommends, and went to this reaction, that guy is a genius

[@Thajet2]

I was equally amazed watching both the actual video and this reaction

[@johnjones8677]

“I was like seven when I heard this for the first time” sent shivers down my spine. I find it fascinating how I’m so much younger than this man (18 years old 2021) and yet I experienced this song for the first time at the same age. It’s true and I don’t care what anyone says about it, music does truly create unity among communities that would never mix under ‘normal’ circumstances. Love from Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿(UK/Great Britain 🇬🇧) enjoying the content keep it up dude 👍🏻

[@howiefeltersnatch69]

I felt the other way. I was like “he was a kid when this came out” as I was 22 when this song came out lol. I was one of the jaded Metallica fans that hated the Black Album as I grew up with classic Metallica. As I get older (50 now) I’ve grown to kinda like some of their later stuff…still not as good as pre-Black stuff but I can understand now how a band has to grow and change to stay somewhat relevant.

[@Granger15]

Best comment and very true!

[@johnterpack3940]

@@howiefeltersnatch69 I'm about to turn 52... this is still the ONLY Metallica song I can really say I like, new or old.

[@sumikolibby3203]

I am so glad I ran across your channel. My husband was a great drummer. I'm in my 60s and I miss all the live music I was blessed with most my life. Drums are fascinating and has got to be the first thing that humans played in the beginning of music history. His musicianship brought out the best in everyone he played with no matter what genre. Good memories. Thanku so much.

[@JohnSmith-oe5kx]

When Larnell cuts loose at the end you can feel a little fusion creeping in, lol. But I loved it. Imagine hiring Larnell for a gig. You know that he is REALLY going to listen to your tune and take it apart. Consummate magician. Er, musician.

[@671mma]

This is so badass!!! I loved it!!! He killed it for only listening to the song once!!! Loved his take on it. Gotta start watching him now.

[@jjs71072]

I've never played the drums before but man, that's really entertaining to watch. Thanks for the video!

[@mikeholton9876]

aint gonna front, i know NOTHING about playing drums, though my stepson is a high school marching band drummer, (he lives in Texas, me in Virginia) that said i had to google Mr. Lewis to see who he was whilst listening to this. im not going to forget who this man is. on to the reaction (a guy who obviously know who Larnell is) loved the respect he paid to him. even the dismissive "it's Larnell" is meant as a monster compliment. all around enjoyable video, I intend to watch as much as I can find by both our host Mr. Bryan Force, and his " guest" Mr. Larnell Lewis.

[@clif_plays]

3:52 I find this to be such an interesting read of the drum part- that he expected that the hats would switch up to make room when vocals came in. Cool to get an insight into how he's analyzing.

[@DavidGrub]

The first time I watched his video doing Enter Sandman, I was in awe. His brain is on a whole other level. To listen to it once and play it that well. Mad props.

[@mtneubelt]

You knew he missed a few spots but still recognized the skill. That is a huge credit to you... (it's wicked easy to act all high and mighty because he missed something you have spent years memorizing) and because of that humility you definitely earned a sub from me(Larnell Lewis is my hero but enter sandman was a pivotal part of me growing up)

[@jacobpream6356]

Thank you for being such a positive metal KZbinr! It’s awesome to see more and more people like you in the community!

[@EdwardRLyons]

If you want your socks blown off and your brain fried, definitely view Snarky Puppy playing Lingus. Not just because of Larnell Lewis on the drums, where he's on fire, but for Cory Henry on the keyboard solo, and the back and forth between the two. Pure magic.

[@gnastyfunk]

I second this, its a far cry metal, but all musicians should appreciate the technical display there.

[@blacktimhoward4322]

It doesn't even feel like he's memorizing the drum part, it feels like he's learning how the entire song works and playing within that understanding

[@sharinglungs3226]

The ending felt like he really wanted to open up and get groovy. Seemed like this was too easy for him.

[@Overqualified1]

That's because it was.

[@Mark_-jq6wg]

Oh man what a guy / machine. He brings a tear just listening to him. So creative. A pleasure and an honour to watch. Thanks Bryan for reacting to this one!

[@user-kj8di3qf4z]

I've come to the conclusion that Larnell Lewis is my favorite drummer. I don't say that after only watching this video. I've probably seen a hundred videos of him by himself and with snarky puppy. Before I discovered Larnell Lewis, my favorite was Carter Beauford from Dave Matthews Band. Was never a fan of the overall Dave Matthews sound, but he was my favorite drummer and is now my second favorite drummer. In case you were going to ask, my third is Neil peart. Then probably Buddy. Rich then Marvin Smitty Smith. Marvin did an insane like 10 minute cymbal solo. Anyways, I ramble .This dude right here is insane.

[@aaronbrown6600]

Thanks for not stopping the video. First time watching this video let alone a review. Thanks for watching this with me! WOW!!

[@tonymurphy2624]

What really set Lars apart was his timing. There's nothing wrong with technical minimalism. You don't need a Jaco bassline on Greensleeves.

[@rockroll7649]

Amazing that Larnell is able to anticipate what is coming in a song that he's never heart before. What a legend.

[@SnowbordrWRX]

OK now I don't feel so bad having never heard of Larnell Lewis until today

[@briantrang3699]

This is my favourite reaction to the video. Your joy is contagious, man! Much respect!

[@miff227]

IANAD but I am a musician. Knowing what was coming in the song during the active listening and predicting what his reaction would be, and then it occurs....just gold. Yes I teared up.

[@jaimeespita2481]

It is incredible! He makes it look so easy he plays effortless 😮. Genius 👍

[@apexhacker346]

I love this guy's positive energy he gives off.

[@TheFleahost]

You’re a great bridge for all of us non drummers to understand Lewis’ breakdown mixed with some Metal history. Thank you!

[@LonghornInRaiderland]

I wondered how he would deal with Lars' "time keeping." That was the most impressive thing about seeing Metallica live, the ability of the other musicians to follow his tempo variations and keep it sounding tight.

[@Reuben-ny3]

Greatly enjoyed your reaction video!

[@bokkefan]

The man has a music mind. amazing to see.

[@orpheos9]

I fucking love this series from Larnell lewis. Great to see how his mind works in breaking down a song. Shows the great synergy between drumming and song structure and groove.

[@carybiem4554]

I played tenor sax in a jazz band in high school, too. It gave me great ears for music for all the way through life. :-) Enjoyed your reaction

[@foxonrunspotoneverywhere795]

All I can say is I got this man recommended to me a few weeks ago an and was blown away by his gift!!! He killed it like litterly with his 🔥🔥😳🥰

[@e.jharris3498]

Great reaction... nothing like seeing someone who appreciates other's genius... takes genius to recognize genius.. keep up the great work!

[@cameronn1891]

People don’t realize that this is super simple to Larnell! Not as a knock on metal but it shows how great Larnell Lewis is, he hears a professional level drum part and it’s 10x simpler than what he’s used to playing. I mean he learns 10 minute drum parts while riding on planes to his gigs (Lingus by Snarky Puppy) and kills them. So this was no challenge to the man!

[@Kholdaimon]

Well, this is one of the simplest Metallica songs and Metallica is not a complex band, especially in terms of drums. The drums are there as a backdrop for the guitars... He definitely wouldn't be able to do the same with the complex songs from Tool or, even worse, Dream Theater or Meshuggah... In fact most metal songs are far more complex then Enter Sandman in either length and/or time signatures, transitions, etc...

[@jumpenjack1]

wouldn't call this a professional level drum part 😂

[@1Sanalp]

@@Kholdaimon I was thinking the same thing what about some prog metal/rock, then I remembered he is mostly a jazz/fusion drummer so yeah odd time signatures and time changes is a walk in the park for him, go watch the first video that Larnell mentions at the beginning of the video....

[@Kholdaimon]

@@1Sanalp Ohw, I am sure he can play it but can he play those complex songs after one listen? That previous video was really impressive but he didn't just listen once to the song and he also was able to write his own beat for it, didn't have to memorize someone else's, that makes a big difference... I am just saying that he can't play it after just one listen, like he did with this Metallica song...

[@dhammarosi]

People do realize that 🙂

[@Paco53]

Love how Brian is actually crying at the end.

[@MikeVDrumming]

this is a reaction video of a reaction video... what a time to be alive

[@7BlueDodger]

Larnell has got the memory of a damn computer. He knows his craft and it really shows.

[@RustyAGrant]

This is incredible!! How could anyone give this a thumbs down....? Never heard of Mr. Lewis, but I will definitely follow him now. New fan! Great video, Bryan.

[@TheSilentGeorges]

1/i arrived here from the original video which I love 2/i usually find reaction video quite useless 3/i am anything but a musician. I am basically a musictard. But I got weirdly emotional watching you watching this video. I don't know maybe looking at the loop of the "metalhead" watching the jazz guy going metal was the perfect picture of how music can bring people together (+knowing what larnell lewis says at the end of the original video about trying different style and accepting the culture of it). Anyway let's say conclude like this: you, my good sir, just put a smile on face for the rest of my day and you got yourself a new well deserved subscriber. Thank you.

[@MrDgon23]

Not sure which video I enjoyed more, his or yours seeing your reaction!!

[@DarthBane-zf8wv]

I don't listen to metal but Enter Sandman is a staple on my workout playlists. Great song.

[@mikeheavener2510]

Watched Larnells video and found this. Watching the joy you have seeing him playing this is great

[@christopherhanifan7923]

5:28 you summed up my exact feelings about Lars as well. Love him or hate him, his drumming made Metallica what it is. Some of my favorite examples are the songs ...And Justice for All, Ride The Lightning, Leper Messiah, Master of Puppets and Disposable Heroes. But particularly AJFA in the way he uses the toms right along side the main riff. Fucking genius

[@christianla3265]

I like byrain enjoying larnell's skills and giving him credit. Tells a lot about brain's character!

[@centsmith6121]

5:46 YEAH you're right!! what ever they're saying to LARS you can't take away his writing and creativity!!!

[@reggiesampsonsax]

Bro. This video is crazy. Glad to see you still playing

[@mattyoung7415]

Dude. You're a Larnell fan who's never listened to Snarky Puppy?! Stop what you're doing and film a reaction to 'Lingus'. I can't WAIT to see your face on that one.

[@kriskelvin5775]

Or “Change Your Mind” @ Zildjian

[@gund2281]

Larnell is just downloading for the first 5 minutes. Then plays it back damn near perfectly. Lol this dude is amazing.

[@alistaircampbell7564]

When I look up at the immensity of the clear night sky, I feel totally insignificant. I get the same feeling when I look at Larnell playing drums. Back to school for me, back to school.

[@PeteKay]

it was silly the way I was feeling watching Lewis listen and play. Like this overwhelming pride and smile from ear to ear. Just silly I tell you.

[@dbn52]

More volume please!!! My oldest is getting drums for Christmas and we are so excited. But as my 3 year old sat on my lap and watched Larnell in his video he started banging with his pencil and hand on my desk "NaNa He cool ! Play Tallica" Grandma and Daddy are metalheads. Larnell is beyond fantastic. I think he just got another drummer in my family.

[@raoulthompson]

This is like a college physicist showing their thesis to Stephen Hawking and him doing his version of it. The difference in drum theory is insane

[@stevengreenhough4232]

What I really enjoyed and appreciated about these Larnell vids (knowing full well that every member of SP are top drawer musicianns) is it doesn't fall into the usual YT musician trap of "check out how awesome I am, see what I do with this standard tune to make it my new opus...". Instead, you get to see someone who knows and understands the work that he does, enjoy doing that work, and enjoy doing it well, even though the tune might not exactly be a challenge. As much as it's impressive, it's uplifting. I'm not a drummer, just a pretty crappy bass player...

[@joshuareseigh7413]

Geniuses over at the large hadron collider: “Then we go to the guitar solo...”

[@tombourne7184]

Im not a huge drums fan and Ive never heard of this man...but this had me absolutely loving both of you! Right freaking on man.

[@abaum220]

For reals, though, I wonder how Lars would feel watching this; it could go so many ways. Perhaps he’d be honored, if not humbled to see a real jazz drumming prodigy doing a take on his song with the appreciation that a piece of art he made has transcended genre and reached so many people. Perhaps he’d feel indignant and prideful and try to cut down the imperfections and strict adherence to the track he wrote. Perhaps he’d get self defeating and go into a depressive state comparing his style to Larnel’s. Perhaps that look of surprise and amusement at the halftime prechorus, a sort of “real recognizes real” moment, and acknowledgment that the chosen genres of these two players call for very different structure and prowess will be the calming and peaceful thought that sends Lars off to a renewing rest every night till the end of his days.

[@graphicdesigner813]

I enjoyed watching this as much as I enjoyed watching Larnell's original video. Thanks pal! :)

[@maccrazy7335]

I've long been saying to Lars critics that he might not be the best technical player but his way of playing and personality are an integral part of why Metallica sound like they do...

[@blinkusfishus2052]

Totally agree! It’s the same to me as how James is not the greatest singer ever, Metal as a genre is filled with far more gifted singers, but it just wouldn’t be the same without him, It wouldn’t be Metallica.

[@dashreaper1887]

I like your reaction for the first time, one of the best drummers right here

[@kyledamron]

I really appreciate you giving Lars some props. I get why he gets the hate he gets but I grew up listening to the guy and he does write perfect drums for Metallica not to mention he had some great tone st. Anger aside

[@andybrown8293]

Larnell listened to a song once and does a damn good effort of playing it on first try, I’m impressed!