Larnell Lewis Hears “Enter Sandman” For The First Time | REACTION

[@jamelakajamal]

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[@LuisOrtiz-xo5kc]

Larnell should react to Slayer's "Angel of Death". Dave Lombardo drums like a demon on that song.

[@maskedtheory7251]

Have you ever considered reacting to some video game music? Search up "True Damage - Giants" Made from the game League of Legends. The developers put serious thought into it and paid a number of well known artists online and internationally to do the original music to help promote skins in the game. If you like them other greats by them are the songs by the band "Pentakill", and "K/DA"

[@benclaykershaw3033]

My man, you love covers of covers then check out Jon Gomm's Ain't nobody by Chaka Khan on acoustic! He also did a song called passionflower that went viral after Stephen Fry received the KZbin video whilst trapped in a lift, he retweeted it and the rest is history. Cheers,love the channel from UK ✌

[@richeaton7436]

The OTHER drummer for The Puppies, Sput Searight, ain't half bad either... lol Snarky Puppy - Strawman kzbin.info/www/bejne/inmVaHl8nZ2kb7c (Mark Lettieri on guitar SMOKES this one, and my young cousin, Jusin Stanton's, keys solo is pretty cool too...)

[@hydroman5001]

I would love to see him play one of there's that the beat changes to something todly different

[@diegonavarro555]

Snarky Puppy called in this guy last minute to play the drums in their "We Like It Here" session. During his flight to the Netherlands (where the session was recorded) he learned and composed some parts of all 8 songs they played. He only had raw Snarky Puppy audio material in his cellphone. He basically played with Snarky Puppy right after he landed and that is amazing

[@guyelmouchnino6531]

I saw him live once with Snarky Puppy. He's a killer !!!

[@Robert_Herring]

Larnell is such a humble, thoughtful man. He put himself into this situation, open himself up to criticism, just to prove a point about respecting other music genres. The active listening he does is on point. In addition to being one of the best drummers alive, he's a great teacher. BTW, he now has a t-shirt on his website of the "I'll take a little more volume".

[@hooper4581]

These musicians are on another level. Off charts memory. What is give to have 10% of his retention skills

[@UltraBob619]

Larnell: Woah I'm gonna miss that! It's ok. So does Lars.

[@Hobodeluxe960]

splash on upbeat beginning the 3rd bar after the rest/stop.

[@Hipstar42]

And he did miss the Boom!

[@Jingle12349]

LOL

[@chocotaco8929]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@amyelizabeth529]

😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@MartyRenn]

I like how he played it and added his own flavor as well. He’s awesome!

[@chrisw3421]

Lars made his own sound and tons of money, but this guy is in a different league of drummer. Mr Lewis is studied and refined and a MONSTER on the drums, so what if he's not a household name, he is very smart and talented.

[@chaost4544]

"You think Metallica would let me sit in". And just like that.... the metal world said "YES PLEASE!".

[@Wolf1354]

No

[@chavo8989]

@@Wolf1354 f#$k off

[@dalewright3667]

I think he would be fantastic sitting in for Larrs

[@jackiesueann3476]

Why not? Music is not in a box. It unites and brings people from all walks of life TOGETHER. Awesome idea! ✌❤🎶😁

[@chaost4544]

@@jackiesueann3476 I 100% agree. He would do well with any type of genre. My commentary was more a joke on how much Lars, the drummer from Metallica, is disliked in the metal community.

[@MrDemoncrusher]

It wasn't exactly perfect but for hearing the song only once.... That was EPIC! I'm stunned!

[@manny3447]

He missed a couple toms in the begging but yeah it was great.

[@jackiesueann3476]

Agreed! I can't play a lick and some of the music theory talk went *woosh!* right over my head but I still enjoyed it quite a bit actually!✌❤🎶😁

[@johnnyriley5943]

Ring. Ring. "Hello, Larnell? This is James Hetfield. Look, Lars has the crud and can't make this year's tour. Would you be able to sit in?" "Hi, James! Hope Lars gets to feeling better, soon. It just so happens that I went down a rabbit hole, and listened to all your albums twice, this past weekend. No problemo! If you want, we can play through the songlist once, and we'll be good to go. If not, I can just wing it... What time do you need me?"

[@SM-pk7pg]

🤣🙌

[@Bdoc76]

Good man Johnny, both funny and accurate 😂

[@MnMrMustard]

Larnell Lewis is the man! You gotta check out his jazz stuff, one listen through and BAM! He nails it!

[@RÅNÇIÐ]

This dude is one with his intrument. This whole album would be a walk in the park for him.

[@micht6888]

Its a walk in the park for everyone LOL

[@Wolf1354]

It's a pretty easy album to be honest.

[@jimmymac4559]

Yep. Pretty rudimentary drumming.

[@manbearpig7359]

I saw this literally 20 minutes before you posted your reaction. Sometimes the stars in the universe just line up

[@language-n-learning]

I just watched it last night right before bed and was going to recommend it to Jamel!

[@nateevison]

Tuning in from Australia…this is great Jamel - your reaction is priceless!!!

[@andrewptob]

I’ve watched so many different reactions to this. lol. It never gets old. Top tier musicians are so inspirational.

[@gruvdrums]

The thing that I love is his skill really comes through as the song progresses. He's learning it during the first part and as he gets more comfortable he lets it loose!

[@phogue1]

1. I want to steal Larnell's speaking voice. 2. I knew this was up Jamel's alley as soon as I heard Larnell talking about how we need to not restrict ourselves when it comes to music and how we all can enjoy and contribute.

[@amyelizabeth529]

Yeah. He could make a living narrating documentaries if this drumming thing doesn't pan out. 😄

[@JoshDrumClass]

Great reaction video bro Yeah man Larnell is one of the Goats! 😆🔥🔥🔥

[@andybricks576]

@Joshua Crawford Awesome thumbnail pic!

[@ChurchOfTheHolyMho]

@Joshua Crawford Your reaction to "What About Me?" introduced me to Larnell. Thanks for the journey of discovery you put me on. :)

[@jazzmojo]

This is unreal. He thinks drums after one listen better than I can play drums after hearing it 50 times. I want to play like Dany but think like Larnell. I'm gonna go break a 5A.

[@chuckhutton5087]

I wonder what Lars thinks about this. It is so cool to see the “mutual admiration society “ which exists in the drumming community on the Drum Channel, which I first started watching last year following Neil Peart’s passing.

[@Doubie.]

Congratulations 69 likes nice

[@aliwantizu]

I saw this video a few days ago and shared it on my Social Medias. Pretty impressive! Thanks for sharing this with your viewers, this guy deserves more eyeballs and earholes. Thank you for all you do for all of us! ~Be Blessed

[@borimirtheboring]

The combination of the knowledge of music and just having the ear that he hears everything that's happening is amazing.And he has time to scratch his nose without missing a beat. LOL

[@nickhoare2964]

For what it’s worth Jamal..... the message he shared at the end that resonated with you in respect to universal appreciation of music... you did an amazing job of articulating this very message. Peace Brother

[@TheZasu123]

i just watched this video yesterday myself and wow this dude is a monster, learning a new song usually takes from a few days to a month even if you are an experienced drummer, of course enter sandman isn't the most complicated song but this dude is still a monster for being able to do that

[@gooseman_x]

To listen to a song for the first time, and immediately start playing it takes mad skills and talent. Major props !!!!! And thanks to you, Jamel, for bringing this to us !!

[@leandabee]

😲, OMG ARE FOR REALS JAMEL!? I watched this the other day as it was recommended to me by the algorithms, and now here you are reacting to this guy, blows my mind🤯! I loved Larnell picking up all the intricacies, I was mesmerised by him. So glad glad youtube recommended this to me. Congrats Larnell🥰

[@patholguin5503]

Welcome aboard! Jamel, I'm glad to hear you mentioned that you got confirmation of what you have been speaking on diversity of music, from this extremely talented drummer.

[@Budman_Buds]

This dude is like a modern day Mozart! He could hear music once and repeat it flawlessly too! Some people givin gifts we mortals can only admire with awe.

[@Wolf1354]

This was hardly flawless. Any musician who's been playing for a while can learn a song quickly. It's not magic.

[@danlong82]

Some musicians are such geniuses, they're the reason i keep my day job. I know 2 guys that can pick up any instrument for the first time, and learn it in minutes

[@whiskersb5296]

I watched this video the other day, and now I get to watch the reaction. Great stuff all around.

[@soonernate64]

Excellent - Love to see this stuff added in! I watched this on a drumming video site. Love seeing it on here and your reaction. Amazing to see this video happen in real-time of Larnell Lewis hearing first time and playing. Amazing!

[@rogerhill4571]

Jamel you are right, this man is a genius.

[@jasonhitchcock8911]

I've been a bass player for 31 years and I've been in quit a few bands in my time. I would love to jam with this guy. Amazing drummer. He has a great ear, and a knowledge of music timing.

[@RedBunni1024]

This was fascinating!!! What talent to listen to a song once and play it back from memory. Thanks for your reaction!

[@reggiegreen7245]

That's definitely some special talent there.Its one thing to learn to play any song on the drums,but to listen to it once,and then know how to play it off of that,that's something special.

[@catcherad5444]

This is the most watched reaction to a drummer that I have seen on KZbin! Specifically this song and specifically, Larnell Lewis! I am a part-time self taught drummer. I have a drum kit set that I can play in my apartment. Everything is electronic so I put a baffle in front just so it doesn’t bother the neighbors and I also put some extra padding on the floor for one. I’m pounding the pedals.. I will never reach this level of excellence. The man is just a magician, expert, and a genius all in one! He didn’t play it exactly like Lars, but for gosh sakes, he is just freaking amazing and if you watch and play Snarky Puppy song, you’ll just go oh my God! That’s totally his element, but he is such an amazing drummer, and so many drummers love, his ability to listen to a song, one time and play through the whole freaking thing! And this is a metal standard! Took me so many times to figure out how to play this song and all I can say is anyone who wants to play drums, if you’re young enough try and learn, like Larnell Lewis! the man hears,eats and drinks and sleeps musical notes and my gosh! Thank you for this rendition!

[@Psyniigianni]

Hearing you brutha speak with such respect and admiration for a fellow brutha and musician was refreshing. That’s what needs to happen not only as bruthas but as men. Building each other up and passing on knowledge and perspective. It was an honor to hear how humble you are and expressing the level of professionalism you want to attain. Keep up the work and may you have continued success in your endeavors 👊🏽.

[@vigilantdisciple5569]

Bro I love that you did this. I just found it like an hour ago and I was thinking damn Jamel should see this guy. He's a genius no doubt. I was wondering where all the real musicians went to. We all just found one.

[@EDMDoc]

That is pure mastery of his craft ( and off the charts iq). One of your best vids yet J.

[@susanoneill370]

Just came across this one! Such a treat. Larnell is amazing! Thanks, Jamel, for reacting to a spectrum of suggestions and genres, discovering old, new and just good damn music all in between.

[@bobbiebecerra2715]

Absolutely love watching musicians work through their process! Thank you for reacting to this. I will have to follow him.

[@DavidRymell]

I loved Larnell's original video, and I loved your reaction to it! I especially loved how you reacted to his eloquence at the end: we're all the same race, but we come from different cultures. We should respect those cultures for the beauty they bring to the world. Thank you for making and sharing this video, Jamel

[@christineg8151]

He is the most Zen drummer I've ever seen! He was relaxed, and enjoying the hell out of it, the entire time. I LOVE watching people who love what they do, work!

[@miketd711]

It's 6:00 a.m. here in Sparks Nevada and I got my first lesson of the day "don't put yourself in the box" thanks Jamel!!

[@Jon_Bass4001]

Just amazing! This had me smiling ear to ear the whole time! I've heard Enter Sandman many times and I learned a lot. Wow. Thank you for this - one of your best!

[@LT33190]

Wasn’t expecting a drumeo reaction from you but it’s a great surprise!!! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@johncastillo4228]

This man is one of MY NEW FAVORITE DRUMMERS! WOW!!! JUST WOW!!!??? 🤘🏼🤘🏼👍🏼👊🏼

[@diannegaylord7170]

So Good !🌺 It was a pleasure to hear him ace this song.I recognized a few things musically.He did it all.with no written music in front of him.WoW!🌼

[@alltogetherfitandproper4252]

Damn we need this to be a game show! This was so fun. I'm following him now, never heard of him til now, sad to say.

[@innosanto]

Great idea.

[@elizabethchristian727]

Truly amazing! Gave me goosebumps! He's got it.

[@James-StJames]

I just started watching this, then I saw my man Jamel had reacted just this week! More fun to watch together with you brother.

[@RTHfan]

Wonderful! Thanks for introducing me to this musician!

[@davemadman7093]

Awesome bro. Larnell Lewis is a master😃👍he knows his instrument for sure and in jazz. Brilliant reaction jamal.

[@jacktupp4358]

It's funny, I was just coming from that video and I saw on the side you had a review of it... so I watched it twice, lol. Loved both!

[@Trampiere]

Wow! Mic drop! To listen once to a song as complex as Enter Sandman, then turn around and play it at that level is incredible! Hat's off to this brother! Thanks, Jamel, for this one!

[@jackiesueann3476]

I literally just got done watching a Larnelle video just scrolling through KZbin! He played Enter Sandman too that's the one I watched and then your video pops up!! Coincidence? Wow that was crazy! He's cool..I always wanted to be a guitar player but I suck at it but I always pick up on the beats more. Maybe try my hands and arms and legs at drumming?! BTW... I know that look, Jamel!! HA!😁 Thank you! Love these vids!✌❤🎶

[@Tijuanabill]

This drummer is really kind and likable. He is a great fit on your channel, Jamel.

[@jillsallade6998]

The incredible energy of both you jamel and larnell in this video is infectious. Larnell lewis is a master! Thank you for this video. I so enjoyed it.

[@sprinklesthedrummer2355]

Love it!!! Larnell is AMAZING!!! Showin the drummer some love 👊💚

[@paveltolz6601]

What a positive example of how to be a good human being...mutual respect...open your mind...life can be good. Thanks for uploading this because it wasn't in my feed. And yes, I had the thought that Metalica now knows who to reach out to if their drummer calls in sick.

[@tb9579]

First time seeing Larnell Lewis. For someone like myself who is a very, very amateur drummer, this is jaw-dropping to watch... his talent is unreal. And to top it off, he strikes me as a genuinely humble, down-to-earth person. Thanks for doing this video!

[@psychedelious]

ayyy jamel! long time no see on my feed! watching from the Philippines. love larnell. he learned a whole snarky session on his flight to europe. definitely check out his other drumeo vid where he played a fusion jam

[@verwulf]

I like how on the middle of drumming he readjusys his glasses without missing a beat.

[@zappafan-eu4wp]

Larnell is a monster. Check his other first time listening video for "Chick's Pain"

[@DSaba10]

Did we all get introduced to Larnell Lewis at the same time? This video JUST popped up for me yesterday. Amazing talent.

[@hectormexquitic787]

Check out lingus by snarky puppy! He’s the drummer for them :)

[@vickieray]

Jamel!! I enjoyed this soooo much ♥️ Do more of his stuff!! Very entertaining and he is talented to say the least!!!!!

[@Traci71769]

Loved this💕 one of my favorite songs and he did really good👍👍

[@Jitterzz]

Right as you said “Pour the gravy”, man goes it a sickass drum solo. Just watched the original last night, but this was a great reaction vid!

[@TeemarkConvair]

i had watched that , by dumb luck, a day or so after it went up. awesome , what a pro. i like how somewhere in the guitar solo it melded into HIS thing! consider the studio work that went into the song and realize he had a stock kit, no fattening/ compression,, quite a kick to see. Loved your reactions to larnell

[@jillwaggoner5177]

I learned a lot from this - and will watch again as most of it soared over my head. Can always listen to this great classic. Thanks for posting it (on my birthday even!) So interesting his breakdown of the song's format. Those terms - most new to me! I wondered about that drumbeat he missed too - on the original listen the beat drops in with no foreshadowing pre-beats, just BOOM (you'd be able to count if you knew it was coming), Will look for more of these types of videos so I develop a better vocabulary - tools to understand the art and science of music.

[@rbellgtx68]

You can tell he didn't know it because of the fills with the toms just waiting for the steady part during the speaking he's got a great ear and is an amazing drummer props... Thanks again brother

[@skylab14]

Indeed.... I watched this video all the way to the end. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@brianray278]

I just watched this the other day this guy is amazing. You should check out more from him. Great reaction Jamel keep them coming.

[@shawnneitzel3645]

New subscription added! Thanks for reacting to this!!!! My god, he’s amazing!!!

[@rwellman238]

That was fun Jamel! More please!

[@maryandreana1753]

I literally just saw this last night and when I saw you posted a reaction... just hadda watch.

[@dougarnold7955]

Enter Sandman for the first time! Congrats. Awesome tune. When this was new, 1990 ish ...i was like...this is so awesome. ...oh...this is the drum cover ...i saw this. This was amazing.

[@dalewright3667]

@Jamal Brother that is an excellent way to get a drummers Perspective! This man gets 100% for the effort and amazing skill he has, I am a pretty good drummer , And been around some great drummers. This man got and gets The Props!! Good tape I enjoy your reactions!

[@Fozzimodo]

Even with missing his cue on Boom!, that was incredible 👏

[@broheme8922]

Loved the music. REALLY loved Larnell and Jamel's messages after the music.

[@Chris_K_907]

that WAS an Epic video brother. Thank you

[@nebelungpixie9373]

Yes, sir. Message coming through 5:5 I loved this ! He did that song justice ... and then some. And, his message matches up with yours 100%. Music is the glue. David had his psalms. Our music should be bringing us together to and get those good vibes going on Earth so we can understand David’s psalms better. Awesome. Just awesome.✌🏻

[@craighiebert3384]

Outstanding!! I love every minute of this! I came across that Drumeo video while scrolling YT a few days ago.

[@YogisCycleService]

6 minutes into this video and I am honestly excited for the rest of it. This is gonna be epic

[@YogZab]

Larnell Lewis just played a live gig today, Feb 25, ( thru' the DC Jazz festival/ Cdn Embassy!) Small world !!! From my home town of Toronto

[@davidwiser3883]

You can tell this guy is intelligent. I've watched other videos he's done were he listens to a song without drums recorded in it and then in one take builds this own interpretation of what is needed where and does a spectacular job at it. Kudos to this guy!

[@FjarilGoddess]

Mind Blown! 🤯 🔥👏🏽🥁👏🏽🔥 We are sooooo not worthy!!... ☆: The original Masterpiece that is "Enter Sandman"... ☆: The brillianty charming & appreciative commentary gold that is Jamel... And the skill, flair and all around bad-ass mastery of ones talent displayed by Sir Lewis!!!... Yeah, I say all that to say that, Jamel I'm speechless!!!

[@tjbist]

That’s crazy cool,how is it even possible? Wow 🤩✌🏼❤️✌🏼

[@johnparsons441]

So much truth in this man's comments after he played, keep your mind and heart open 👍

[@madhatter6578]

My Son is gonna love this video! He’s a good drummer, but that was some kinda awesomeness! Absolutely incredible, Thank you!

[@pianojl]

Enjoyed; love seeing such talent!

[@jgarcia4721]

I just saw this today and was so happy! Killed it!

[@christopher-ace-azevedo5509]

This was Awesome! So talented! what an Ear! great drummer!

[@bobbydelamar606]

That's pure talent!! 💪🏻🔥

[@ChiTownGirl640]

This is one of the coolest videos that you have reviewed. I loved it.

[@Michal_Valoel]

not often I actually get to experience something new (aside from your reactions of course) thank you for sharing this - I will for sure check him out.

[@donaldsullivan9731]

Hit me with the drum stun gun! Jaysus, Mar, Josef an all the saints Larnell lives up to and far beyond his rep. This is talent personified.

[@angelaswanson1077]

I had my 10 year old grandson, who has been a drummer since he was 4, watch it with me and he plays by ear. He can play something right away. He loved this video. He was beating on my leg along with Larnell. 😂

[@SearlesHernandez]

This is incredible. I have a friend who has played guitar for over 40 years. It's amazing how he hears music and can play songs after hearing them.

[@bethhendricks5567]

Authentic reactions from you! Thank you.

[@_MOORE_1986]

Some people are really gifted when it comes to being able to listen to a song and then instantly being able to put it down on an instrument. Unfortunately I'm not one of them! Lol. Wish I was though. Just to have the memory to take it all in and memorize the whole thing is crazy in itself. I definitely need to check out more of his videos.

[@tammymeade160]

Love this..keep doing what you do!!