Meinl Cymbals - Clay Aeschliman - "O.D."

[@cbaum64]

Polyphia is always at its best when the drums in the mix are natural, this sounds so great.

[@buckeyeburl0162]

the sound of the drum is bothering me idk why

[@RyanABC123]

They don’t sound nearly this good live. The problem is you need excellent audio to capture the depth and that’s not there live

[@aguitarist2246]

@@RyanABC123 their sound guys are really not good

[@RAFatturi]

I wish the hi hat was a little bit louder.

[@Eltramicst]

Likewise.

[@scottis]

one of the few drummers that aren't used as a metronome and used as an instrument. what fucking talent this band has as a whole.

[@JaredCaraway]

I just discovered them and I’m having a hard time processing it 😂

[@Skvffed]

There are plenty of bands where the drummer isn't just being used as a metronome.

[@scottis]

@@Skvffed i said one of the few. read before you speak.

[@adamheath4599]

@@scottislol, you said one of the few, literally stating that there only a few that do this. The person who replied to you is indicating that there are more than a few by saying there are plenty.

[@scottis]

@@adamheath4599 there arent many that do it at this level. push your glasses up somewhere else it was a 2 year old comment

[@scottfaudree7201]

This guy is a champion. I dont play drums. Just guitar. I can appreciate every hit he makes. Its really beautiful.

[@Alex-pc7kl]

Same, Guitar but mingle in drums a bit, and everything this guy plays just feels so unique and interesting in it's own way

[@billydiesel8520]

Sounds like you're in love.

[@Eltramicst]

I am a drummer and feel the exact same way. Clay is an absolute machine and has a very sharp groove to his style that I really admire.

[@snwhhwwhwaja1171]

Dude with someone as good a clay you don't even need play drums to enjoy his playing

[@BrokenWingman]

He treats the kit like a melodic instrument. It's wild!

[@magicalmixer5453]

I was 100% invested as soon as he hit the "wood" block

[@spankthadrumz]

it's a jamblock but yeah it's an intense one

[@warhol3303]

oh thought it was a cowbell lol

[@AssassinManYT]

we always called it a gockblock

[@shanksmcnasty6650]

@@AssassinManYT im using this now thanks. Ive had one for years under my splash next to my high hats but rarely use it of course. Now i will ever chance i get just to call it that

[@MM-vs2et]

Or cock block, that works too. Not literally tho

[@alexfader7832]

Yeah the drumming is impressive and all, but the fact he played a whole song in a sweatshirt with the sleeves down is even more impressive

[@PleiadeezNutz]

The whole band does this lol. It's wack, especially when you're sweating your ass off in the crowd and just looking at the band makes you feel uncomfortable.

[@szchietzmane6436]

@@PleiadeezNutz isn't it only Tim wearing sweatshirt on stage?

[@ksteak27]

Thin privilege lol

[@n.j.crawler]

That’s how you sell your merch. Lol

[@n.j.crawler]

@@PleiadeezNutz he plays live in literally the opposite of a sweatshirt.

[@jeremystig98]

This dude is the most innovative drummer right now. Creativity is through the roof.

[@BIGDADDYBALLZ420]

Aquile priester? Mike Mangini? Mike Portnoy? I love clay but he can’t be compared to the masters.

[@Frosted_Over]

Check out the drummer Greyson Nekrutman absolutely insane big band jazz drummer he also dabbled into a bit of rock but mostly jazz

[@grb2015]

Dan Mayo

[@XTGAMEZ009]

Matt Garstka.. check him out, your brain will melt.. and I think its better to watch some reaction videos from drummers.

[@吳承翰-c9b]

Anderson Paak, Yussefdayes

[@cantaloupekitty3439]

Clay is an amazing drummer. One of the things I noticed is how well he fits in with the rest of the music. He lets the other instruments shine at the right places but still does his own stuff. Killer player.

[@Jromestrings]

Every time one of you does a playthrough I hear more stuff that isn't as clear in the mix I can't get tired of hearing y'all every bar is unique

[@victorbitencourt9481]

Samee

[@jayc1981]

Would've sworn that some of the beats in this song were programmed... but you can't argue with the footage. Every beat accounted for. Man's a GOD!!!

[@MarcoFerlito]

The playthrough everyone was waiting for \m/

[@DruNature]

for fucking real though!

[@anakarada]

I can't even program drums as tight as this.

[@Flies_the_limit]

Composing drums for polyphia is a feat in of itself. The music/timing sounds so abstract it takes a special talent to pull it off like clay. It's seamless for such awkward rhythm.

[@skyatlas7334]

he's actually the singer too they just forgot to give him a mic. You can even see him singing.

[@mattmo8648]

every drummer is a singer without a mic *one tear laugh emoji*

[@mattmo8648]

ESPECIALLY Matt Halpern.

[@unity__3829]

lmao that ones good

[@skyatlas7334]

@@unity__3829 thank you, I will cherish your like forever. I may even hang it on my wall and pass it on to my grandchildren one day. It's a great feat of mankind.

[@unity__3829]

@@skyatlas7334 that would be so kind of you. may the divines smile upon you.

[@MeLikeyHitStuff]

this mans hi hat work is so got damn impressive

[@b_ryc]

His drumming is incredibly sophisticated, I freakin love it!

[@Absurd000]

Clay is a beast! I love his drumming. Polyphia is such a stacked band. Each member is so damn good at their instrument.

[@paledolphin]

Man, this subtle drop at 2:20 is so fucking good.

[@keesketsers5866]

The amount of rythm section skills in the world is unfairly distributed over too many Clay's......

[@1fat66]

Love this song, Clay's drumming fits it so well! Was a little disappointed he didn't play the breakbeat at the end though

[@warhol3303]

yeah i dont think brandon fits to the new style of music in polyphia

[@tobyzapruder4364]

this guy is a beast. never a wrong move. he’s insane.

[@nihilo4796]

The hi hat work always blows my mind

[@zin_dnz]

I'm a guitarist and this playthrough made me want to learn drums too This playthrough is pure gold 🔥

[@Sticks922]

As a drummer myself this guy is one of the best I've seen in a good minute he's a innovator no doubt it's gonna hard as hell to copy any of their work period

[@erichargis7466]

im still waiting on that 40 oz drum playthrough lol

[@humanname1458]

Nut

[@chamicollado1901]

I love the way Clay play drums. Very creative. Another example that Polyphia isn't only about guitars.

[@JerkingtheGerk]

Definitely an appropriate channel sponsor for Clay, because one of my favorite things about his playing is his cymbal work.

[@splatastic244]

This man does not get nearly enough credit than he deserves. Hes frikin killing it!

[@fahimbaig7561]

Clay is the most underrated member of the band. insane player!

[@a.pro.crastinator7409]

2:42 that was NASTY This triplet on a hat daaaamn

[@slazerlombardi]

if you like this check virgl donati

[@jazlok7139]

The song Icronic or how ever it's spelled is an example of how beast his cymbal work really is

[@Kevin-vm1se]

This guy is an absolute beast on drums. I think he’s a bit underrated, simply because Polyphia is more so loved for its guitar. But this dude can play! I’d love to see Larnell Lewis cover this song also. Bet he’d crush it.

[@1slotmech]

Looks like I'm not the only one who feels Clay has a jazz fusion sound to his drumming. 😆

[@DruNature]

This is definitely one of my favorite drum tracks of all time in any genre, SUPER FUCCKING KILLING IT!

[@RvLver]

One of my biggest inspirations, this guy is absolutely amazing

[@alefejamarino]

Dude, this 20'' tradicional crash is just BEAUTIFUL!

[@spartanical]

right now in the world, there is no cure for cancer... time travel is not possible... cold fusion is just a dream... all of this because Clay chose the drums instead of science. the man's a genius.

[@GolDRoger-px9qs]

This band is just fucking insane they're incredibly good at their respective instruments and the arrangements are just so fucking tight

[@Yakuo]

Thank you for playing Clay, you make that kit sound amazing! 🙏🌀🕉

[@AwesomeShotStudios]

In this case, the O.D. stands for "Oh Damn"! Great playing, as always, Clay. You're the perfect complement to the complexity and musicality of Polyphia.

[@Jmilillo]

I don’t think people realize how much the drums are part of Polyphia’s sound. Both the Clays do an excellent job

[@Ceneij]

that triplet on the woodblock at 0:40 is the heaviest shit I've ever heard

[@azazelhcs3752]

Lol true

[@Kekistani_Insurgent]

Man I never thought someone could take the pacing sound from marching band and make it so god damn cool

[@ayushmaankapruwan5170]

Hi hat rolls are killing me 😍😍

[@Skvffed]

This sounds so much better than the actual record. I wish these guys would release the albums with the acoustic drums.

[@kxlsin]

wait they don't have acoustic drums in their songs?

[@ClusterOfAtoms77]

@@kxlsinthey do but they’re just a little overproduced

[@nooksva]

BRUH a creative treasure trove of amazing fills

[@MrKittles1123]

This is literally perfect.

[@BrokenWingman]

That fill after the bridge is my goddamn favorite

[@SimonAspsund]

Love the drumming in Polyphia songs!

[@austeam]

There goes my favorite drummer of all time

[@pocewar]

Summary: Clay’s a beast

[@kinrhor792]

Yes! love Polyphia. just saw them for the first time. very good

[@nytugre]

Best cover I’ve seen, by the way you kind of look like polyphias drummer bro!

[@pedro159753]

Maybe because he actually is

[@jowoshi]

​@@pedro159753 nice try, he's obviously Nick Johnston

[@OkyioBlack]

@@pedro159753 what? He isn't tho the just looks like him.

[@aloysiussd]

@@pedro159753 you're wrong, this is their bassist.

[@Jimb1264]

@@pedro159753 No he's obviously a fan, he's wearing their merch

[@zackaustindrums]

Knew this was gonna be insanely tasty before I even clicked, was not disappointed 🤤

[@Sku11zDude]

Bro what 🧐

[@hoosway8557]

You an Matt Mingus are my fav keep rocking !

[@karstenglowatzki1234]

Polyphia is just amazing. 😍😍

[@LeonVottas]

I should've heard this before! It mixes all my favourite music styles... holy crap

[@fohrum4757]

Best thing KZbin recommended to me in a long time

[@return2energiser]

Snare tone is amazing

[@davidacosta3874]

I love how the auto generated caption labels the cymbal strikes as applause lol

[@RyanxDunn]

Lol😂

[@Tom-nt2bs]

Maybe the subtitles are applauding Clay themselves lmao

[@rakbar6509]

"when you do something so awesome even the auto generated caption ai think you deserve an applause"

[@hakanyart9965]

The most charming part of this playing is the "toctoctoctoc" in the red piece near his left arm. Sound amazing

[@darioestevanez9091]

Woodblock 😁

[@theRev767]

One of the most creative and ear tricking drummers out there.

[@Viper-dz2kw]

Come back every once in a while just to watch the part at 0:58, unreal

[@pingpongun8519]

That right hand is crazy. It’s almost like it’s someone else controlling it

[@chrystianguerin6370]

He has the chops, and his technique is so cool and relaxed while doing all of it. This is a guy who knows how to play the fucking drums!

[@galindraadi]

The run at 0:56-1:09 was CLEAAAN af 🥶✨👌🏼

[@marshcore]

the hi hat work is so cool, i wish it was louder in in the mix!

[@antoniusk8893]

The cymbals sound great but I love his snare sound so much

[@babdeli5189]

That snare! Just perfect!

[@goolumf]

As a musician this is probably the most attractive thing I’ve ever seen

[@sardalan6192]

0:57 to 1:10 was insane yet he did it what looks like effortlessly, this guy is a machine 🤯

[@JB-bk4ti]

Love the cymbal work

[@nomanshigh3058]

I'm old but these kids and their new fangled music ARE FUCKING GREAT!

[@andrewfields8556]

This really is a thing of beauty man...

[@xd3athcabx]

Wow. Absolutely amazing!!!!

[@mattydahl]

Clean as all get out. Good ish my man!

[@Snaffdude]

I love how he is like an extension of the guitars but has his own pocket! im mesmerised

[@bllazzin]

TAMA Star's sound just blows my mind. Every time.

[@FanaticDrummer]

Bruno Lazzarin People dont want to admit it. But they are the best drums. Others are ok. Tama is just the best.

[@bllazzin]

​@@FanaticDrummer Agree! And at the same time it's so exciting to be alive in this moment where both drummers and drum makers are in such a high level! We have good stuff for ages... long live to our beloved instrument!

[@mikuspalmis]

I typically almost never find myself saying this but those crashes sound amazing.

[@deretwaktu]

So beautiful

[@str1897]

Yeah ! More Clay !

[@vonbeaver99]

Love when the drumming is as musical as the guitars. If percussion could carry a melody this is it

[@MarechalYannis]

This guy is a rythmic beast

[@mathewmontanari8632]

Holy stacks!!!

[@RedbackRecordz]

Jaw Drop!!! Awesome! Sounds amazing 🤘🤘

[@timmuller459]

This is just perfect

[@baraldobumpa3447]

Amazing as always

[@hanzfebruary6891]

2:06 I love it ❤️

[@musicmashup475]

Clay is a beast! Dude writes drum lines in his sleep.

[@handy1arnwald947]

Talented percussionist. Music just outside my taste.

[@teamandromeda2321]

You sir are a good man, gotta love someone who appreciates talent even if it's not their cup of tea

[@xsuperbmentality]

All of the musicians in this band are incredible

[@xyrenegade]

That chops was so godlike

[@zachrichardson7099]

How does he make those hi hats so clean??!!!

[@ncbasspraise]

Excellent skills. A pleasure to see!!!!!

[@DadaDrums]

Esse cara é muito embaçado 🤘🏻🤘🏻🥁🥁🥁

[@tyrone_music]

That made my day! Bravo!

[@alexandrecervantes4689]

Qu'est-ce que c'est bon😍😍😍😍😍

[@BrokenWingman]

2 years later, and everything from 2:03 - 2:27 STILL gets me. SOOOO fucking tasty dude. Goddamn!

[@NathanBoyleDrums]

Oof been waiting months for this song

[@jamesmay6674]

That snare sound could fill a stadium.

[@victorwooten1202]

That's awesome I will say never the groove in order to find a note!!! Very cool and inspiring

[@funnyhousecomedy746]

Yeah I will say same

[@funnyhousecomedy746]

The harmonic sequence in it is great

[@chriscoleman2195]

You got the right word for it So inspiring you are. The statement of yours is soooo deep!!! Love to follow your channel

[@victorwooten1202]

I just Like vis breaks intros then was inspired the word

[@HECKproductions]

i am currently learning this thus far i have mastered up until 0:11

[@VijayMarshall]

progress update?

[@cyrussarkine8998]

keep up the good work, its something specail your creating.

[@fandjiachmad7059]

F*ck yeah.. My favorite music from Polyphia after G.O.A.T. Thank you.. :)

[@IscariottActual]

Not gonna lie. Playing bass to this was funpossible

[@justinroth6606]

How likely would we be to get a playthrough video of a "what if" nature? Polyphia has literally never been bad, but what would older songs like Aviator or Champagne have sounded like if our beloved Mr Aeschliman had been at the helm?