Larnell Lewis - One Note Samba arr. by Laila Biali (Cotton Club - Tokyo)

Laila Biali Trio at the Cotton Club in Japan (March 2012)
Laila Biali - Piano and Vocal
George Koller - Bass
Larnell Lewis - Drums
Enjoy!
L.

[@LarnellLewisMusic]

Thanks everyone!

[@obsidian00]

Thank YOU Larnell!

[@jorgedeltiempo]

Increíble..eres un auténtico talento de la naturaleza. Muy bonito y cuánta energía

[@ZackGrooves]

This is why mr lewis is such an inspiration to me.

[@tipdub]

I wanna grow up to be like Larnell. He’s only 3 years older than me, but still.

[@AhYes-it3mr]

🤣🤣🤣

[@eboyeman8457]

How old is he?

[@adroit57]

@@eboyeman8457 57

[@tipdub]

@@eboyeman8457 he's 36 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Larnell_Lewis

[@kaelmoffat2198]

I'm 54 and want to be like Lewis when I grow up, too 😉

[@jordianjo748]

Jesus... give me the strenght to carry on playing drums after watching this.

[@ederpinheiro3404]

Me too

[@channyngtatum9231]

+Jordian Jo Jesus forgive my band leader for his sins. For choosing this arrangement for my recital...

[@hugorezende199]

Pro level drummers até Arrais of this guy. He play since 2 years old Also. He got tons of experience.

[@Cjzdrums]

Amen

[@brunobrunoll]

Jordian Jo this comment is pure gold 😂

[@Niels_Mortensen]

Laila Biali: So Larnell how do you feel about playing latin-chops? Larnell: Yes.

[@StratosFair]

*The drums are paid actors.*

[@caelinlee5699]

If this isn't an underrated comment I don't know what is

[@WillCtheMechDrummer]

😂😂😂😂

[@rianrobinson3832]

LOLOLOL

[@gasdemup]

Art Blakey left his spirit in this man

[@LarnellLewisMusic]

gasdemup 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@eskoriakiebraqeyo7942]

fr

[@EPaulClothing]

*Is that a Bible Reference* 😂

[@bari1348]

I hadn't thought of Art in conjunction with Larnell, but you are right on point. I have several of Art's albums and actually there are similarities, but Larnell is subtler and more dynamic. By that I mean that he actually goes quiet and expressive at times which Art seldom did.

[@gasdemup]

@@bari1348 Great point, Miles Davis once said of Art Blakey..." Have you ever seen an African drum quietly???" Lol

[@martinondrums]

He’s moved past mastering drums, 3:16 he’s now PLAYING THE AIR. Incredible artist.

[@laurenzdeppisch7749]

Made me laugh out loud not gonna lie

[@ccjacks3]

This needs to be archived and studied for generations of musicians.

[@sttommore]

The total package: speed with hands and feet, amazing vocabulary, wonderful listener throughout the ensemble, chops that don't stop, and sensitivity to each dynamic change. Larnell, you're the standard by which I now measure drumming. It's been years since I've played seriously, but watching you makes me want to pick up my sticks again. At this stage in my life, I'll never accomplish musically what you have and will yet, but your playing is just inspirational.

[@hugorezende199]

Yeah. Larnell os great but could not play Soja songs like Ryan Byrd, play metal like Aquiles priester, or have the sound of Gavin Harrison. Just example by How everyone os unique. But yes, everything he touchs its sound awesome. He play since 2 years old also

[@tacoque]

David Dunst Very well said. This man plays Drums like he has a Doctoral Degree in Percussion. His musicianship is on another level

[@donsak111]

Well said... He has the complete drum/music package.Outstanding drummer

[@temitopepinmiloye]

He's probably the most complete drummer i have seen

[@drumboss972]

So true !

[@quatrodenovembro]

Awesome! So great to see you drumming. Makes want to get back studying.

[@christianmalessa2572]

He's very good but Steve Smith edges it for me

[@michaeldebrier1705]

@@christianmalessa2572 what about charly antolini haha

[@nahuel5438]

Yes! If you like this style check also Kiko Freitas, one of the most incredibile brazilian drummers around today!

[@jabehauber]

Everything about this is inventive, tasteful, unique to the point of being both melodic and heartwarming. Larnell really raises the level of these instruments to a whole new level. And, btw, that cymbal "hand wah" at 3:15 was pretty freaking awesome. Dang!

[@BBT609]

I have pulled that trick off at church and I got comments later how that echoed through the room and how tasteful is was! It's a REALLY cool trick haha

[@be9nz]

This is just disgustingly good.

[@mrx-b3i]

i agree magic of drums,,

[@B.Davis1]

Disgusting!

[@malcelinho]

Just so you know, Larnell: That performance, 7 years later, still is sick AF

[@LarnellLewisMusic]

Ha! Thank you so much🙏🏿 !!!

[@arj446_]

Still is ;)

[@ChordsGamingHub]

@@arj446_ 8 Years on and could be sicker then ever?? my goodness this man is can play!

[@michaelmcconnell7302]

*10 years later

[@joshuadelrosso4526]

9yr, impressive as ever! thanks Larnell

[@LarnellLewisMusic]

That is a 6" A Zildjian Splash on top of a 12" K Zildjian splash. Thx.

[@NoahDavidFrancis]

Do you remember what kinda sticks you used even 7 years ago? This is one of my favorite drums videos on KZbin. Thank you for sharing!

[@tomk7131]

what did you use to record? is this a zoom camera? And seriously, this guy's playing is just freaking professional and clean. I feel like he's doesn't waste a note. Super tasty.

[@LarnellLewisMusic]

Salami Tom yes, it was a Q3HD. I’m using GoPro Hero 5 cameras and my iPhone in my other vids now. Thank you 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@Rafaelmorais85]

As a brazilian, I have to say that this is the most amazing version of "Samba de uma nota só"! Larnell, please come to Brazil!!!

[@gavrieelliott4425]

well that escalated quickly...

[@miabussell0229]

I've never heard such good drumming... Mr. Lamel I've never heard anything come close to that. There is a point where music isn't music anymore, and is legitimately art. You sir have crossed that line a while ago. Thank you for sharing your gift with the world. Also, on a less serious note, I NEED THAT DRUMSET IT SOUNDS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!!!

[@8020drummer]

2:20

[@GSWCarr]

"Samba and Afro... Cuban. Mixed. Combination. THEY DO WORK!"

[@TheFeriner]

Why is everything this man does perfect

[@Sam-vk8xd]

Chops are insane, but what I find most impressive is his control on dynamics. This man just knows when to play loud and when to play softly, when to build up and when to let up. Great control. This isn’t just a drummer, this is an absolute musician.

[@ScottMartinD]

I sure hope I get to see Larnell play live in person before I die.

[@Gasb92]

I'm going to try to steal every musical idea from this. Thank you Larnell, you're a great inspiration.

[@WillCtheMechDrummer]

LARNELL Just made it to my top 5... Dam!!!! Crazy tastefulness!

[@TimeNfeel91]

For a second I couldn't figure out who else was playing a pattern as a second percussionist at the beginning... but then I looked a little closer and witnessed something beautiful *sniff*

[@PenguinMcDuck]

Agreed. I knew I was hearing a faint drum pattern, but I didn't realize it was the bass drum until it got louder and louder and I saw the right leg moving more. Then I heard the quadruple 16th's on the bass drum and... "Holy shit" was what I was thinking.

[@jakecooley7603]

Such musical drumming. You hit like every genre in this video

[@Mityob67]

Agreed...and flowed seamlessly between them.

[@jonathanfletcher343]

Just watched this for the bazillionath time (yes thats a number). Larnell WTF.

[@vintagemxer9165]

It's like watching Picasso paint.

[@IAMUNDEREIGHTEENYO]

2:29 was done so perfectly lol

[@enricocelani8292]

Fantastic!!! 😱😱😱 Number one!!! 👍👍👍

[@MelloCello7]

The level of mastery where you think, I dont see whats the big deal, and then you realize you dont notice anything because *EVERY THING IS PERFECT* Dynamics that can turn on a dime, incredible dexterity and fills that wont budge his metronome like pocket, and expression thats both versatile and wildly appropriate in any and all given situation, This is frightening

[@thefunkosaurus]

2:41 shows he's human.

[@invalide]

0:51 does too!!!!!

[@LefGermenlis]

nah. on purpose so we THINK he's human. oh god Larnell you're too good man :p

[@ShanilROX]

When your top 4 used to be Dave Weckl, Dennis Chambers, Vinnie Colaiuta, Steve Gadd and then Larnell gets into this list and it becomes a top 5 🙈❤️

[@p-tomrichi5244]

3:15 - 3:19 that was just amazing hahah. everything is perfect, i love listening to this guy

[@fuzzylogiceire]

This guy isn't just a musician, he is an artist on the drums.

[@blitheringape5321]

so like a drummer? as in a musician?

[@mdrums1428]

But musician is just one kind of artist tho. Lol

[@ianmoore5502]

@@blitheringape5321 nah, this guy elevates the concept of drumming to a new height. He can fulfill the role of musician. But he absolutely transforms each arrangement he plays into a new being entirely.

[@lawrencemartinez3628]

you seriously play the best high hat's ever the way you play them makes them sound so beautiful. no one plays them as you so unique and wonderful !

[@LarnellLewisMusic]

Lawrence Martinez thank you so much!!!

[@exothermic2054]

Have never heard of Larnell. Been drumming my whole life. One of the best performances I've seen. The Lord has blessed this man with talent!

[@lucaorasanu8120]

Hey Larnell What cymabals did you use and what snare skin do you use. If you don’t mind me asking.

[@LarnellLewisMusic]

Hey Luca, thanks for asking! Unfortunately I don't remember all of the cymbals that I used, but they were mostly K's. The head on the snare I believe was a G1 coated.

[@lucaorasanu8120]

No worries. Thanks anyways. Great piece 🔥🔥🔥

[@davidpapp4140]

I keep coming back to this masterpiece, the years of experience shown in just one video is absolutely mind blowing. There is drumming and then there is Larnell. I really hope we will get many more interviews from him or podcasts where I can just maybe grasp some of his knowledge and music theory and how his mind functions in this type of enviroment. Keep it up Larnell I hope these nice words reach you someday.

[@WeightyGhost1]

oh my god. impossible control. mind blowing.

[@BBT609]

Maybe I should stop playing after watching this...THIS IS such flavorful, tasty and seasoned drumming...Larnell...you ain't to do us like this. I will hopefully get THIS level of playing haha. ANYTHING is possible with practice!

[@umaywin]

What!!!! Hit the bell on the ride and fan it....I'm trying that at Church Sunday..lol Your dynamics and hand speed are crazy sir ...I have become a fan..You have obviously been playing for a while but I have just saw your clips today....Awesome!!!

[@brentwilliams3855]

My drums...all of them...going on EBay tonight...FML...

[@bbcs3497]

Natural drumm sound...finaly..that is colour of latino..

[@brown9671]

He did those 16ths with one foot. Where can I install a new foot?

[@jonathanfletcher343]

What the hell was that? Other worldly! Incredible!

[@RandyHanley]

Love how he gets hat Timbale sound out of his snare

[@dms_video240]

That was ridiculously technical and musical at the same time. If this performance was a pizza, it would be a Neapolitan one for sure.

[@vintagemxer9165]

I'm returning my drumsticks. I use the same ones and it doesn't sound anything like this. Must be a defect.

[@SeonYulKimDrum]

His latin style drumming is really amazing! And I think he is good at playing all the styles! So I mean he is the perfect drummer! I want to be like larnell! I am one of your big fans! You're as great as always!

[@cant1324]

The solo between 5:03 - 6:16 is no doubt one of the most musical drum solos I've ever listened in my entire life. This guy is definitely something else. Amazing!

[@zacharywilliams2]

A perfect mix of chops and musicality.

[@samchen5695]

How is that even possible ...

[@executivecleaningsolutions806]

3:16 in the video something was done I never seen, a whole other level of musical dynamics.

[@TheFeriner]

Executive Cleaning Solutions i do this all the time now, my friends are sick of seeing me do it haha, it's just such a cool and creative use of sound

[@rjsal246]

Gabrielinator your friends are wack! Haha

[@23Guitardood]

One person is deaf, dumb, and blind... This is FANTASTIC!!! How anyone could thumbs down this dude is beyond me.... Great stuff as always, Larnell! Keep inspiring!

[@truefaithworship]

Life's goal: to shake this mans hand just once!

[@alazrabed]

So dirty, and yet so clean. I feel like taking a shower I always had in the first place.

[@christhedrummer]

I don't care what anyone says, I have come to a conclusion, Larnel Lewis is far the best drummer in the world

[@yerpyaboy]

Danny cary. but theres nothing wrong being the second greatest alive!

[@trk327]

That's it....I quit

[@LarnellLewisMusic]

Thanks!

[@blakemead3946]

5:38 Alright that's it, I'm calling it in. Hello, dispatch? I'd like to report a homicide.

[@JohnPaulsEuropa]

Larnell you have some really fun voicing and subdivisions going on through out the piece..but really like the ride bell hand wha at 3:16; that one was a rewind moment. Great gift you have on your command of pocket and seamless groove.

[@DolorsMusic]

The way he delivers his chops and groove in such a musical way its outrageous, completely crazy, the way he always finds a way to place jazz in the pieces he plays the way he transitions the from the toms to the snare back and forth is just crazyyyy, before i came across him, and i used to be so concerned and fascinated by speed and chops this drummer right here make me realize its not everything even while hes speeding up hes process while playing its to clear, i used to love drummers that just had crazy chops all these drummers i looked at.. i dont want to mention names to put anyone down. after ive seen him i truly know limit is the sky, wide sight on how to visualise the drums and how to play em . just crazyyy

[@gabslefloch755]

Who knows what drum set this is? It's absolutely amazing

[@woodentulike2no]

One of the most incredible drum performances I have ever seen....and I have seen quite a few in the last 50 years!

[@dglobo2388]

So clean, so musical, so creative...my favorite drummer.

[@sanityinaseaofmadness7353]

How am I seeing this for the first time 6 years after it was recorded??? I discovered you with Snarky Puppy's "We Like It Here", and became an instant fan. However, this launched my impression of you into a whole 'nother orbit - you've made me feel the same way I felt when I discovered Joel Rosenblatt on Michel Camilo's "On Fire" back in the early 90s. And, as a 50 yr old jaded drummer, I didn't think I'd ever hear/see anything like that experience again. Thank you :)

[@bunkerarchie6881]

Sick.

[@italiandioii6575]

Nice samba! Greatings from Brazil

[@JackHumphrey]

I can't. I'm completely unable to can.

[@SIELband]

beautiful playing man...

[@alazaruz]

Great playing. I just learned something new! :) Plz post more vids. ~C.STARR

[@vijayparmar3088]

King of Dynamics

[@dwayneaguiar1148]

Man that was beautiful.

[@ashylarry3442]

Smacking my lips...so tasty.

[@findus8269]

it's been 6 years and no one tops Larnell Lewis for me

[@LarnellLewisMusic]

WOW! Thank you!

[@findus8269]

@@LarnellLewisMusic Nothing has changed. Glad to see you getting lots of exposure on Drumeo! Also thank you so much for replying, I didn't expect that!

[@jamsjr44]

At the beginning of every LL video I watch I get very inspired, but by the end I’m demoralized and think about taking up bass.

[@nathans4957]

There's no way this isn't all cgi! :)

[@kebiwoni]

Lol

[@MadChemistMusik]

man your so fucking good wtf

[@SethyTan]

This would be drum solo for most drummers at the pinnacle of their career.

[@donaldmclovin798]

3:14 what is this wizardry?!

[@7yotta]

Where has Larnell been!?!? THE ALGORITHM KEPT HIM AWAY. lol unparalleled creativity with superb mastery of Time signature and for sure crazy chops.

[@andrewhahn1227]

I’m gonna go practice now... and cry a little bit...

[@Nenet-rj9yr]

Great playin....thanks greetings from Türkiye ❤

[@libbylangley7099]

jeeze every time i watch this guy it makes me wanna practise longer and longer hours

[@GorcStew]

I came to this post thinking I would learn something useful for samba patterns :/ I came to the wrong place seeing as how I barely understood a single thing he did. Great drummer seems like he can do anything.

[@bg357wg]

The soca variation at 3:25 is simple yet geniusly effective

[@donnyjohnson3766]

Horocio Hernandez type of vibe!!!! 🙌🏾🔥

[@MrPhantom95]

Buddy rich get of your high horse

[@madrums007]

what the hell, im obove being impressed

[@Awesomethunder16]

o my gosh....your such a legend man. Your playing is out of this world.

[@tululublue]

Smooth move Superman.

[@phillipfornett8408]

What ride are you using Larnell? Everything sounds great!

[@phillipfornett8408]

Larnell Lewis Music thanks bro!

[@Dennis_R27]

WOW!!! Astonishing!!!

[@kolovosloukas]

Dope!!

[@TheRealHobbesIsReal]

So often the drums can be used as simply keeping time, but guys like this turn it into a musical instrument on par with anything else.

[@PaulPhunkMusic]

One of the best drummers in the world right now!

[@halimdrummer777]

Гениальный барабанщик)!!!The best of world drummer)!hi from Russia maaaan)!GOD BLESS YOU

[@pabben03]

This man is possessed

[@jocquidixonmusicproduction988]

mannnnnn, eargasm after eargasm ! Easily my favorite Drummer of all time. This is one of the best drum performances i've ever heard man.. Sooooo much dynamics ! Great Independence in the limbs ! Every note Absolutely clean & pronounced ! Then to top it all off... THE PHRASING !!!!! OMGGGG ! You didnt over or underplay any section. The way the solos build are just perfect .... Man this is sooo good

[@gonadiator]

Where before I was blind, I can now see.