Luke Holland - Animals As Leaders - Kascade Drum Cover

Luke Holland, 21 years old! I'm from Peoria, Arizona. This is the most difficult song I've covered to date, & the most time I've put into learning a song ever. Huge thank you to Matt Garstka of AAL for helping me with a few of the fills in the song. For example, at 1:38 & 2:42, Matt bridges pedals (by using 1 foot on 2 pedals) to get the double kick & opening/closing of the hihat sound.
The audio was recorded & mixed by Master Cameron Mizell of Chango Studios, all video was done by Prime Minister Jeremy Tremp.
Using my beautiful DW Collector's Series drum kit.
I am self taught!
I proudly endorse DW DRUMS, MEINL CYMBALS, VATER PERCUSSION & REMO DRUMHEADS.
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I play drums for THE WORD ALIVE. www.wearethewordalive.com
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Twitter/Instagram - @LukeHollandd

[@juusoleino6631]

and yet some people dare to call him "just show off, sticktricks" etc etc This is the real stuff!!

[@MagicTurdd]

***** while this video had none of the annoying stick tricks and show offy moments that pretty much all your other covers do, I still don't see why you have to put in the description you are 21 and "Self taught?" No other drummer does that...seems a little like bragging to me.

[@music053193]

Steven Spahn Is it wrong he is proud to have taught himself to the point he is now? Not only that but some people may be curious of his age and whether he's had drum lessons. Annoying stick tricks? I always sense jealousy in comments like yours.

[@TheSkrillexxx]

Steven Has every fuckin right to brag.

[@TheSkrillexxx]

In marketing, you go with what works. This is what works for Luke. I don't see why that's a problem for any of you.

[@MagicTurdd]

***** this. ++++1

[@mattmcguiredrums]

This is fucking wild. '+_+'

[@jakeyup123]

*says the master of ghost notes*

[@inline377]

Luke is a beast ! Matt is a beast ! Collaboration maybe ?? :D and Matt please cover some Animals as leaders or Lamb of god songs :)

[@ralpholivervinas9491]

Wow. Hello Matt! I'm also a fan of yours! The super energetic monstrous drummer is here guys, check him out!

[@CoreWerner]

Also a Matt fan ^^

[@JohnAshDrums]

Matt and Luke, make some cover together, let the supernova explode!

[@Nex41354]

Probably one of the best drum covers on KZbin.

[@masterdrummer4720]

the best cover on KZbin

[@BenMinal]

That was INSANE!

[@Carthunus]

+Ben Minal A wild Ben appears

[@GiveHeartRecords]

I don't have words. This is fucking dope, dude!

[@andysdrum21]

That snare sound!

[@introxgrunt]

Ikr!

[@CharleyPangus]

This is great.

[@TeraBrite]

Wow, this is incredible. Perfection in the form of drums.

[@SCVis]

Oh hey guys!

[@kat.villalon]

Daniel Guhl its an instrumental band, no vocals bro

[@erichaugland7880]

I honestly open up this cover when I want to listen to Kascade, the drum focused mix really drives this song to another level.

[@daveruckidrums]

You know a song is challenging for Luke when there's not one single stick trick during the song, haha! But besides that, this cover was excellent/spot-on/perfect. Whatever you wanna call it. Hands down, your best cover to date! Looking forward to more, man :)

[@prometheusxc]

***** Good on you man. Like everything else, stick tricks in moderation! You nailed this song btw. Keep it up, you're going places.

[@_notofthisearth]

You cover more animals Dave!

[@_notofthisearth]

Should*

[@sgtfumblesii6838]

+LukeHollandDrums Hey with your talent, you don't need flashy stick tricks. Great stuff, Luke!

[@pablorodrigocalvo]

The whole song is a stick trick jajaja

[@fabioadias]

I'm a huge Gartska fan and man, this is some pretty tough shit to cover note by note... that was extremely well done, Luke. Awesome.

[@Ru1Roy]

I can play 1:41 - 1:49 perfectly.

[@sektmafia691]

Rui Carneiro Too hard for me

[@ziqqg]

Rui Carneiro I can play 2:58 - 3:18 better than you.

[@Ru1Roy]

+M. Haziq Oh yeah? I challenge you to a sitting contest them. Let's see who is better at doing nothing...

[@Grasses0n]

you want a cookie?

[@tomesilva36]

+Sir Bacon You didn't got it

[@Gravdood]

this literally so spot on its unreal.

[@thesophisticatedjellyfish]

So what's the fill at 0:12-5:24? ;)

[@MaryCecyOnline]

i'm dying hahahahaha

[@m1bennett]

Greatest comment ever

[@ItsDrewsif]

Killing the game as usual, Luke!

[@kevingoren]

I agree. This is crispier than Mcdonalds fries.

[@Sodigerati]

More killer than Vespene geysers.. I can't even

[@ZcrotoEh]

Kevin Goren of course it is! McDonalds fries are always soggy and gross

[@teamawesomegaming8935]

DREWSIF!!!!! I love your stuff man

[@SmangItDrums]

Kevin Goren Checker fries, man... Checkers fries.

[@drummerdude6670]

I've been coming back to this video every few weeks since Luke first released it. This song is, imo, one of the most technically difficult drum parts in modern progressive metal, and Luke recreated about as perfectly as a human being can play this song. Absolutely spotless.

[@WithBeautyAndWithLove]

I'd say Tendinitis is by far the most ridiculous drum piece, but Ka$cade is defo up there.

[@LeYoIdBeHe]

@WithBeautyAndWithLove I love tendinitis, but, the crazies drum piece? Close, but have you heard of the cosmic liberty album by casimir liberski, drums by Matt garstka?

[@rtbaldwin777]

Matt Garstka is a genius. Amazing cover, Luke!

[@philjdrums]

Your control is ridiculous bro - great work!

[@haunchofmammoth]

Finally! Pure frame simplicity, no overwhelming stick tricks, amazing playing. Luke at his best.

[@KCYON]

That bridging pedal technique is really awesome! Nothing less expected from Garstka. Killin' it Luke. Loved the energy in this vid!

[@siuleopouesi5794]

I remember watching this yrs ago until i saw Matt's live playthrough at the Meinl drum festival.... Matt made his old song more groovy and complicated

[@Grunk2594]

You know its a difficult song when Luke isn't doing his normal stick tricks...amazing cover dude

[@pierces19941]

"The Luke Holland Comment Section" 90% - One person making an insult followed by 90000 people individually insulting that person 10% - comparisons to other drummers, song requests, general compliments

[@Nex41354]

Matt Garstka is a brilliant man for creating such complex drum parts.

[@fondue8897]

I can't even fully comprehend the beauty of this this is beyond me

[@tomkrausz2166]

10 seconds in and I know Luke isn't here to fuck around. Geez this is insane

[@spacejazz6272]

Tom Krausz but the drumming starts at 12 seconds in

[@tomkrausz2166]

Stephen Barlow I know

[@lucasgfchaves]

Luke just keeps getting better and better!

[@ChrisCardenDrums]

matt is insane! he's my favorite example to give for those stuck up musicians that say "oh he's just a metal guy" you know they're out there. really solid cover luke

[@BryanStars]

Amazing cover Luke

[@Austin1996able]

You're awesome Luke and you are too Bryan!

[@urbanninjas3379]

***** hey luke you should cover somnarium by AAL really good song or song of solomon

[@sidp3676]

Dude you should totally interview AAL

[@greenbra17]

***** I have to say, I've been subscribed for a few years, Luke. You have improved musically and technically as a musically. It is fantastic to see your progression as a professional. Good luck on all your future professional endeavours.

[@thebashmane]

+LukeHollandDrums Man I must say you are probably my favourite drummer out there now. Your style, sound, dynamics and how tasteful your parts and fills are is a joy to watch. A truly incredible musician. So cool it's unreal, well done you legend!

[@testingmyaudioaddiction3452]

I do have one question for you Luke, how the hell are you so damn good when you do remixes and covers but your sound so basic in the Word Alive. I’m not trying to take away from your talent, but it just seems that it is so monotonous and boring. This is not a hate comment, just a legit question. I personally think you shouldn’t be in that band. I originally started listening to them because of you, but I fell in love with the lyrics though. The music has gotten really obnoxious and I really think you should just do stuff with guys like, I don’t know, Jason Richardson or, if time permits, Jared Dines. Keep going hard man!

[@WithBeautyAndWithLove]

@@testingmyaudioaddiction3452 how the fuck did you predict that luke would leave the world alive and work with jason richardson instead?

[@testingmyaudioaddiction3452]

@@WithBeautyAndWithLove I guess I’m just the goat.

[@moisesgomes6191]

Our very good. Luke, know that you have many fans here in Brazil, you are much appreciated and is one of my mirrors to develop myself on drums. My English is not very nice, so I hope it to understand my comment. May God bless you.

[@jacobdelacruz9139]

3 years later and I'm still bumping this. Absolutely incredible.

[@Delicroix]

As someone who doesn't really like the overplayed (technicality-wise) pop covers, I find myself really enjoying the covers that are inherently technical because of the music. Did this one some justice, man.

[@headknocker2020]

Badass. Shout out to Matt from AAL for writing these parts though, the drumming on The Joy Of Motion is some of the most technical, interesting, and downright difficult parts I've heard in a long while, seriously a masterpiece.

[@emiliodiaz5967]

So now there are two people in the world that can drum to this song? :) Well done brother.

[@jonathanproano7214]

Luke, you are the young drummer I most admire !!!

[@BernyBadger]

i really hope people like luke and matt go down in history for their skill behind a set just like danny carey and neil peart

[@trenthays7]

Awesome job. Even the ghost notes were on point. I feel like remembering what to play would be the hardest part. Animals As Leaders don't fuck around.

[@JakubKrajnak]

Dude, this is serious thing. I can't imagine how long it takes to learn a piece like this. Great job!

[@Fuccoty]

This is absolute chaos. I can't imagine playing this... Hats off to you, dude..

[@DandelionVolta]

AAL + Luke = Perfection

[@DaltonHartgrove]

I like to think that I'm a pretty skilled drummer, but my brain can't even comprehend most of what is going on here. Seriously Luke, once again, you are killing it.

[@ourdailyriot]

I've never hit the dislike button, even for anything I really don't like.. That being said, I really don't see how anybody could dislike this... Jealous much?

[@TiffaniCheehy]

Luke you are phenomenal at what you do. You by far are one of the best drummers in terms of skill, capability, and form.

[@xKYLAFORNIAx]

I'm still blown away that the AAL guys can remember these tracks and perform them live! so much data LOL

[@JasonJonesArtCitySound]

This just sort of blew my mind. I've posted about Luke Holland before, but man... This was.. just... boggling.

[@DrBendover100]

what about the guy who wrote it...

[@JasonJonesArtCitySound]

To even be compared to the original writer of a piece such as this would be a pretty high compliment.

[@24gadjet]

Matt Gartska is beyond insane

[@finowa]

Gorgeous drumming.

[@caioandrade2899]

man that's just beautiful to watch, flawless animals as leaders drumming

[@Clintti]

All the essential of drumming in just 5 minutes 27 seconds. VERY INSPIRING STUFF!!

[@ThatCheapDrummer]

Hey, can anyone help me out with that part that's from 0:00 - 5:27 ?

[@lewisjones284]

Yes

[@heavyq]

It goes "drum drum drum cymbal" and then repeats about 65,434,657 times

[@fabiandtheink619]

now we just reached a level where i really can't imagine a single reason why someone disliked this video^^

[@bryanallan6587]

That reason is ....Matt Garstka

[@galonakuaakua2498]

Missing some ghost notes btw

[@GabyGoesRAWR1]

Holy moly. I can honestly watch him drum for hours. Great job Luke.

[@nickengebregtsen]

Luke never disappoints. That's for damn sure!

[@blainecollins]

This is cool and all... but can he play Uptown Funk. Now that's a real challenge.

[@chroniccobalt7978]

Mate please tell me you're kidding... This song is infinitely harder...

[@blainecollins]

Chronic Cobalt hmm not sure. I challenge him to play Katy Perry's firework too.

[@ralpholivervinas9491]

A real gay challenge is what you intended to say... Yeah?

[@b_ailey]

***** yo dude take it down a notch, he might be in over his head with that one

[@blainecollins]

***** I was gonna say Miley's Wrecking Ball.. But I didn't wanna push him too hard.

[@MattCooperDrums]

Loved it! But bring back the Pyramix main studio location.. that place was awesome!!

[@belvederepunk]

Just absolutely unbelievable. You make it look effortless. Trying to even comprehend these polyrhythms is near impossible for the bulk of us. You're brilliant.

[@ChrisKamradaDrums]

SLAYED IT

[@dandyandy3002]

You should do a cover of But (ft. Matt Garska) by Chon :)

[@chaotic291]

I don't see why you're still in The Word Alive. You are too good for them. You should join a progressive metal band or create one.

[@LoganReidMedia]

Because he does what he wants to do. So many musicians are much better and more talented than the music they choose to create, they play in their bands because that's the music they like to create. Just cause they can play more technical difficult stuff, doesn't mean they necessarily want to.

[@ATXmw1]

They're his best friends and they do what they love. It's as simple as that.

[@rich4896]

Versus Terminus I agree with both of you, but, although I genuinely dislike the band, I actually think he really suits the music they make

[@xxghostxx7]

The lead guitarist of The Word Alive (Zack Hansen) is also in a much higher level than the music of the band. I think they are limited by the genre of the band. If luke holland and the guitarist of The Word Alive would create a side project it would be epic.

[@ComplexColors_]

FearlessX7 they have a side thing but no recorded material. look up "the fathers" and a video of luke and zach shredding at a club pops up.

[@wendelladams6609]

Everyone has things to learn from the great Matt Garska

[@ShaneSchlickontheDrums]

Way to go Luke! Love how you don't sacrifice the feel of the song with all those chops going on!

[@Samford404]

Hey man do you know what pedals is he using, it's so confusing I see they look like DW 9002XF but it's surface is completely smooth and monochromatic.

[@davidpoissant8473]

really raised the bar with this cover, nice job dude (also i think you're too good to be in The Word Alive lol)

[@cpamiseso]

I wonder for those who's talented enough to play these kinda pieces, are they able to compose drumming like what they have covered.... Cause thumbs up for the composer, having the idea to play such music from scratch.

[@StompL7]

+Cahyo Amiseso That's what suprises me the most about Matt Garstka. Ok being able to cover it ! cool! but imaginating the parts .... WOW. i'm sure even himself didn't know how to play the parts he had in his head at first haha

[@sonnythepiper]

Yep. This kid has "it". Absolutely phenomenal. Well done, Luke.

[@wat3rbottl3]

You know you've watched an awesome video when you're fixated on it the whole time and them verbally say "that was dope" at the end in an awe-struck tone.

[@alexbrennan3294]

1:45 sneaky

[@PeppyTheCrawdad]

I can't imagine how much time must have gone into learning that...

[@markpoole6192]

For him.....I think about 2 Minutes. Because Luke is always on "Beastmode" 5 Minutes if "Beastmode" dosn't work :-)

[@blakewarrens3925]

Took me two or three weeks. I’d say luke learned it much quicker

[@ashimotoakai9599]

Learning a song and understanding its methods and logic is much different

[@CristianMartinez-bi5gx]

marking his way into drumming history with sweet ass kicking covers one at a time

[@josemoralesmusic1003]

I don't know if i'm right, but these are the cymbals I believe he is using (from left to right): - Byzance 15" Traditional hihats - Byzance 18" Vintage Trash Crash - Byzance 22" Extra Dry Medium Ride - Byzance 19" Traditional Medium Thin Crash - Mb20 18" China (This one does not exist anymore) - Artist Concept Bullet Stack

[@JustSomeDude2161]

Dude makin' my head hurt.

[@nickslaughter6923]

try some anup sastry

[@DavieDrum98]

+Nick Slaughter yes

[@DavieDrum98]

+Dr. Oshawott show some respect will you...

[@226butters226]

+Dr. Oshawott that's incredible

[@ninofunka1106]

Anup try some luke

[@playstationlover1]

It amazes me that people can still talk crap with how high of quality this is. Why can't you just look at the video and have your mind blown without trying to one up the guy. Really nice stuff dude!

[@NathanBoyleDrums]

Holy hell. I think this is my new favorite Luke Holland Video.

[@TheSkrillexxx]

If you haven't already, check out Wovenwar! I could see you really having fun with Jordan Mancino's (As I Lay Dying) style. :)

[@rhallmark87]

please do Language I: Intuition - The Contortionist

[@bryceoconnor3927]

That kit is absolutely gorgeous.

[@gabrielgomer]

MAN! this cover just hits you in right in the face... period. Such an inspiration to young drummers like myself. Never stop!

[@AshtonMontgomery]

bruh what shoes are you rockin in this?

[@drppits6670]

It looks like fred perry brands

[@ZippyBumpHD]

bruh, www.fredperry.com/eu/footwear/mens/kingston-twill-black-porcelain-b6259-1.html

[@AshtonMontgomery]

zippybump bruh, you the real mvp

[@buckeyeburl0162]

@@MattMcCarthy why

[@dharkomens]

NOT MY FUCKING TEMPO

[@eikebergmann6858]

inbetween all kinds of worlds you are some kind of hero to me Luke. thank you

[@Severen45]

Matt Garstka..........BEAST........... Luke Holland......... also a BEAST. Nuff' said

[@tantivymuckermaffikk]

How the fuck can someone vote this down? The nerve of some people.

[@poppapunker6238]

+tantivymuckermaffikk Right??!?

[@nicholasdougan957]

+tantivymuckermaffikk Haters man.

[@ayusharipirala3121]

Their phone was upside down. That's the only explanation I can come up with.

[@liveleaky7571]

2:57 DAB!!!

[@chiplyall488]

Dude and this was 8 years ago!! Incredible work

[@joseassuncao7213]

I love to see this. So many people talking shit. I've been following Luke since he was 17, and I watched him achieving his own car, house, life. And he's 21, most of you won't get it all before your 40's.

[@fatima.aljanahi]

I think my ovaries just exploded...

[@vilcoyotus]

That doesn't sound really healthy...

[@jarhed15]

Me to

[@NolanBellingerDrums]

Luke tends to do that lol

[@burnthedead13]

my middle nut just dropped... again lol

[@samwalter3742]

Fatima AlJanahi can i see?

[@yrussq]

Matt playing the same is kinda bored - Luke seems near dying. But anyway - clean playing!

[@Goodgood2kywalker]

Out of the covers I've seen, I feel like this one is the best in my opinion not just for great execution but also for the outstanding mix.

[@greeliegtdp7998]

Dude. Rippin the whole way through. Masterful cover and beautiful technique. All the subtleties and ghosts. Well done sir.

[@AmanSharmaPurpleDrumstick]

Wish the snare's tone was a little higher :/

[@artisan8570]

...

[@jvww1765]

I don't know dude I'm a big fan of the lower tuned fat sound, although Matt Garstka does have his snares tuned very tight on the original recordings

[@SgtTraz]

vocals were a bit too loud, imo. Otherwise 10/10

[@Era_G]

Best drummer in KZbin in my opinion.. huge inspiration Luke hope to see you upload more often !

[@Ezio9791]

The buildup starting at 0:23 always gives me chills. So fucking cool!

[@DrumsTheWord]

Oh, man...you ALMOST had it! Good attempt, but contact me if you really want to know how to play...he..hehehe...he has no idea I'm just a troll!! :D

[@sjholmes101]

Why do you claim to be self-taught, when the originally drummer of this band taught you how to play this piece?

[@lachlanbray1309]

he means he taught himself to play drums not this piece specifically, he learnt drumming techniques and such independently without someone teaching him.

[@zacfarro8678]

Spencer Jacob Holmes look at you, you're an idiot kiddo :) he says self-taught that mean he learned from first to know the drum until now without a teacher. think again dumbass.... :D

[@echo2638]

Ha what a dumbass

[@sjholmes101]

Irhuelz TV He's been "taught" by many of the modern greats. In person.

[@sjholmes101]

lachlan bray He didn't, though. He's had drummers whom are better than him teach him technique and such. That's not self-taught.

[@ajmarkle96]

THAT...WAS...AWESOME!

[@88and6]

0:48 is my all time favorite groove of all music.

[@neonjacket]

Not enough emphasis can be put on how perfect this is. Your timing and hand work are flawless.

[@deadlol1]

This is the greatest cover i've ever seen of any song.

[@99hack3r]

I cant even comprehend half the things youre doing... Great job as always Luke