Metal Drummer reacts to Larnell Lewis hearing "Enter Sandman" for the first time

Watching Larnell Lewis hear/play "Enter Sandman" for the first time
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[@66Samus]

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[@TheReneDorion]

Henceforth water shall be called Kirk Hammett guitar juice (get it, wah wah)

[@Matt.a09]

What do you mean he nailed it????!!!?!?!?!!!?

[@SuperRoo_22]

You need to review Delta Empire covering Anthrax's "Nobody Knows Anything". Incredible. 🤘

[@lawsonsokol5248]

React to slackjaw (cought in the crossfire or wmd)

[@Bolacha0000]

"One-Armed Drummer Plays "Duality" by Slipknot" You won't regret it i promise

[@geraldaugustus739]

I went to school with Larnell (yazz skuul) and %100 believe he had never heard that song. He grew up in church and in the gospel community, where you could easily grow up without hearing a single metal song. He's also a rad dude, I don't think he'd put it on. Him getting it that quick is just.. yeah. Big ears, insanely musical. Man's a monster.

[@whitesandandreef4919]

Rad?? 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Deadeye777]

@@whitesandandreef4919 yeah there's other people in the world who weren't born after y2k

[@whitesandandreef4919]

@@Deadeye777 dude, im 52 ... its still a very Cali innocent white kid word🤣😍

[@mojorisin8368]

He admits in the video that he listened again and wrote down the parts. I don't know what's wrong with people man.

[@StaySqueezy12]

For sure. My family for example listens exclusively to Christian music so I get how someone could go without hearing it.

[@rogerwalker2224]

This song should be little challenge for a guy who learned an entire set of complicated jazz music by reading the sheet music on a single airplane flight to fill in for the drummer of Snarky Puppy.

[@Nicholas_Dilling]

I've seen this story around the internet, and quite frankly I'm disgusted that he even managed to learn "lingus" on the flight😅. But the whole set?.. that's just ridiculous. What an absolutely amazing drummer he is.

[@Nicholas_Dilling]

@Salvador Diaz del Valle Santana kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6fbf2qteM-Gn9U

[@grunions9648]

I hear this a lot, but when you consider that he's from a different planet, that journey would have taken a long long time.

[@metal4lifewp]

Holy shit.

[@riffrigerator540]

Shit, that's insane..

[@Mialamorena1]

LOVE that this drummer appreciates the "music" of metal. No elitist nose turning up.

[@kingjim007]

I think drummers recognise that metal can be some of the most technical and most difficult music to play.

[@jonathanclark9584]

Notice the snarl he gets! He feels it dude!

[@jimzazzera9516]

I feel like they need to play drums together. Or the next buddy cop movie. Their personalities complement each other well.

[@jasonu3741]

@@kingjim007 can be but this is honestly not one of those pieces if you watch other larnell listen/plays.

[@a.t.3192]

@@kingjim007 I mean, there's some pretty technical metal songs out there but if we're comparing the hieghts of both genres in terms of skill and difficulty, jazz is on a whole other level.

[@22RedEyeJedi22]

you can see it in larnells' eyes when he listens to the song... he is looking at the song, and you can see the difference when he is surprised and looks at people in the room. It's always nice to see someone so talented enter their world.

[@TonGolem]

His active listening skills are so good that I want to tell him the story of my life.

[@TonGolem]

💓 back 😘

[@davidvayro3464]

Uh huh, yep. Oh wow. Yea.

[@alvinmwangi]

lmfao

[@sirprizebeatsproductions8316]

and he will play it perfectly on drums

[@josephno1347]

why, to completely bore him?

[@Robalogot]

The only reason why I believe him that he hasn't heard Enter Sandman before is because he's so good that he has absolutely nothing to prove

[@hammerandgrease]

Exactly, dude has zero reason to lie lmao.

[@evanh.6097]

He might’ve heard it in passing (because it’s literally been all over the place for years), but it’s entirely different to actually listen to it

[@GlennDavey]

I reckon he spent all his time in music schools and just thinking about jazz and never really had time for parties or rock concerts where he might have heard the song. He's a music nerd! You can't be that good and not spent mega-hours practising while everyone else was being young having fun.

[@Cloudighast]

As well as name 5 jazz songs and take that and see from his perspective

[@21Danieltbs]

​@@evanh.6097 I doubt it. You can name the top song on Spotify or who won the grammys last year and I wouldn't know. I probably know like 3% of Pop artists today and it's not because " I'm old and was born during the war" either, I just have different taste in music. So I don't get why you or anyone would think it's impossible that he hasn't heard the song before. I've heard of Nicky Minaj but I couldn't tell you a single song of hers to save my life.

[@jasononeal3099]

For some one to have never heard “Enter Sandman” and rock the song as it should be speaks volume about his genius. Some were just born to wield the sticks

[@Zraknul]

You should go give a listen to the Album "We like it Here" by Snarky Puppy. He learned the whole album on the flight over to Europe to record it live. In Outlier he improved a huge fill as the Sax player's headphones fell off during the solo. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoLSYoF8rLKbeKM

[@theguestofhonour]

Went to school with so many musically talented people who wouldn’t know this song, some of them are just music nerd

[@FrOOzY1234]

Not only is this guy a god tear drummer, but what he is saying at the end caught me offguard. He is so right! Everyone is allowed to play every cultures music! The aplreciation of everone else is making this world beautiful. Please let musicians be musicians.

[@superafins]

I love Larnell's calm, elegant demeanor. He's like the Bob Ross of drumming.

[@e.j.leonard2379]

You win

[@imnotabiologist9652]

Easy there, Bob Ross wasn’t really an an artist but I get what you’re saying - LOL!!!

[@golfinglibrarian]

Happy little drum fills.

[@tasosplat3589]

@@imnotabiologist9652 didnt this guy use to paint? Im sure painting is art

[@imnotabiologist9652]

@@tasosplat3589 There is art, & there is hack technique. Bob Ross was an entertainer & a brand, not an artist. His happy little trees were agreeably hilarious! This drummer, is clearly an ARTIST 👌

[@meatsloth333]

His fills make the song better haha. Lars is now the 4th best drummer in metallica

[@ZeusTheMatti]

His not even that good.. :P

[@iamgreen2964]

Lars is the best drumer in the whole universe!!! His own universe inside his head...

[@donposey8342]

BAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

[@tiberiusclaudiusnerogermanicis]

I take it your only talking about current members yea?

[@meatsloth333]

@@tiberiusclaudiusnerogermanicis I’m talking about when Dave Lombardo and Joey Jordison filled in

[@youtubestyle293]

I come back to this ever so often BECAUSE you and him are both friendly and there is no ego, and it doesn’t matter if its jazz or rock! We came here to drumsssssssss! Kudos to both man

[@66Samus]

thank you so much

[@undercrackers56]

I believe that the main takeaway from the Larnell Lewis video is watching a truly masterful drummer walk through the song. At the end of this we (the audience) have a much higher appreciation of how clever the original drum track is. Of course we also have an appreciation of how bloody good Larnell Lewis is too.

[@steevidrums]

Larnell... what a drummer. But also sounds like such really sweet guy. But, massive props for his pocket and his power but you KNOW he's got some chops enough to fill a butchers!!

[@seeafish]

I’m a massive Larnell fan and have have been following him for years. I’ve not once seen him not smile or enjoy himself while playing. He exudes positivity. Comes across as genuinely good human being. And of course his drumming is up there with the greats.

[@leandro8897]

@@seeafish in this video there is a part where his concentration is so up that he don't smile, but we know he was smiling in his soul hahahaha

[@Squidz66]

But he’s a liar ….

[@Squidz66]

Has never heard Enter Sandman?

[@josephprince3111]

@@Squidz66 I mean their are people who have never heard Bohemian Rhapsody before which is allot more popular 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@kimberleymcmahan3863]

Hey man! I'm a 60 year old grandma thats always loved the drums. Learning to play them is on my bucket list. Came across your video and immediately subscribed! I love your attitude. You make this drummer wannabe grandma happy! Thank you!!

[@66Samus]

Thank you so so much!!

[@c0nc3ntr8d6]

Rock on, Kimberley!

[@KidCoyle]

Have you started practicing yet Kimberly?? I hope! How is it going, if so?

[@extramedium3561]

YOU GOT THIS KIMBEREY!

[@gyabababa]

You tell them! Yay Grandma!

[@jimmyispromo]

These full time musicians are so into their work that they almost do live under a rock. So yes, those hard-working can miss a song

[@grahamb7947]

Never have I ever respected a musician more than I respect Larnell, for his absolutely outstanding take on music and culture. Dude is absolutely f*cking FIRE!

[@FitzAF]

I love how he looks like a normal guy, then at the end of the first chorus of playing... the spirit of metal... joins him. 🤘

[@timmiller1]

Exit light enter night

[@stumbling]

@@timmiller1 The lyric is clearly, "Eggs in flight" :P

[@timmiller1]

@@stumbling then turn right?

[@xx_jason_blaze_it_xxy1837]

@@timmiller1 don't you mean exit right

[@IlCapocuocoDiMetallo]

I have never heard of Larnell Lewis. No idea who the hell he is. I feel like I have been missing something very special from my life now, this dude is not only one hell of a drummer but what an inspiration! His take at the end about respect.....this dude is really really good and all I can say is thank you Samus for sharing this gift with us all!

[@LordBaktor]

Search "Larnell Lewis Snarky Puppy" if you want to have an idea who Larnell is and where to fit him in the modern drummer pantheon.

[@UnXplainable1]

You’re in for a treat. Check out the Drumeo video where Larnell hears a drumless jazz fusion track for the first time and then absolutely crushes it. His Zildjian Live performance is a must-see, and as mentioned, you can’t go wrong with any of the Snarky Puppy videos. (“Lingus” is a personal fave). Enjoy!

[@Martin_Bernard]

The other drummer of Snarky Puppy, Robert “Sput” Searight is also from another planet

[@ryanschindler923]

@@UnXplainable1 The vibe and swag in "lingus" is just too much. Def one of my favorite Snarky Puppy song. As a matter of fact, now I'm going to listen to it again right now lol

[@jinxxx696]

@@UnXplainable1 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHq6aGWMjbKDftE thats the drumeo video of him making the drum line for a jazz song

[@blakes8901]

The look on his face as he plays... He is one with the music. Nothing else is going on inside that head except the music

[@danielszomor5025]

Actually this is the very first reaction video I like. You have good vibes, good soul, and good content. Not self centered. Keep up the good work, man, god bless you.

[@66Samus]

Thank you !!!

[@rabitoblanco]

The first reaction video I've ever liked, man! You actually added some perspective to what's already kind-blowing

[@etch4]

Kids playing his song and larnell is watching. Very entertaining. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmeTfaVmeKaNrq8

[@zoozercattacrezooz4646]

He's probably thinking "imagine how good this song could be with a drummer".

[@morganprice1930]

🤣

[@Eggy79]

He didn't have to imagine, he made it happen

[@travisgoodrich630]

Exactly! Lars is such a poser. It used to drive me crazy when people would request me to play this song....... I was 14 and I was so far beyond this song I hated it. May as well play ACDC. While zombies were listening to Metallica, I was busy playing Queensryche, Pantera, Pearl Jam, Dream Theatre, etc.

[@zoozercattacrezooz4646]

@@travisgoodrich630 ooo Queensryche has a good drummer... Operation mindcrime is listened to about once a month at least.

[@travisgoodrich630]

@@zoozercattacrezooz4646 Scott Rockenfield

[@lolh4x]

Larnell is one of the best modern drummers out there. The guy is just a genius.

[@markhutchison5157]

I choked up multiple times during this video. His true happiness and stank face multiple times showed he was fully in to it. Everyone loves metal, they just don't know it. 🤘

[@bndzmrno]

Bruh I ALWAYS say that!! I’ve successfully turned strict hip hop heads, I mean STRICTLY rap and hip hop listeners, into metal fans a handful of times and I’ll never stop! Lol

[@KidCoyle]

@@bndzmrno Do you usually “introduce” them to a specific song?

[@jmantolit8798]

Honestly growing up full Christian and listening to metal for the first time fr I fell in love with it

[@jorrelhanley1387]

@@bndzmrno I'm a strict grime,hip hop head and I fucking love metal. We should all come together

[@thecarlob_007]

Yup! Everyone has that little rage in them and there’s no better way to express it than through music.

[@SpencerMusic880]

About the snare sounding great for this song. Lars uses sticks made by Easton. they are made of aluminum and have a plastic sheath over the rod and ia held in place with a screw on plastic tip. That gives a "dead" or "dry" sound to the snare. MIck Fleetwood (Fleetwood Mac) and Tico Torres (Bon Jovi) uses the same stick. Larnell is using a wood stick which has a brighter sound and allows for the snare character to come thru as well. It's something i explored, which is how i know and when there was mention of the snare in relation to this song... well I had to geek out. Carry on.

[@JQourydxyz]

Do you happen to be a magic wand seller at Diagon Alley ? 😅

[@stephenbaluran3298]

I know what you're talking about. They're just called Ahead sticks now, I think. I have the Tico Torres model, which are way too long for me. They also look like magic wands. 😂 They were fun for a while, but I eventually went back to wood. You just can't beat that sound. Works great on any kind of snare too: brass, steel, wood, deep, shallow, large diameter, small diameter, you name it.

[@ThePereubu1710]

"How have you never heard this song?" A guy who has spent his entire career playing, learning and listening to jazz and R&B and who, probably, rarely listens to music outside his preferred genres when he isn't practicing, playing or teaching. I bet there are a lot of jazz classics I don't know!

[@tulirongtuliro]

He probably heard it on the background before. He just didnt know what song it was.

[@deivi1]

@@tulirongtuliro Right. I'm sure I've heard some Justin Timberlake song in the background somewhere but had no idea what it was called or who wrote it and, therefore, if you asked me if I've ever heard it, I'd say no, even though I guess I technically did. If something is way outside someone's usual genre or taste, no matter how popular it may be for however many years, it's not at all unbelievable for someone to not ever have heard it. There are huge artists on places like Spotify that have tens of millions of followers and hundreds of millions of plays who I couldn't name or wouldn't recognize to save my life.

[@forcedentry2010]

Exactly. Anyone could ask me if i've heard this or that jazz song and i'd be completely oblivious but then act surprised if they haven't heard a song from my preferred genre.

[@fgs2732]

A jazz drummer can play anything. Your best rock drummers started with Jazz.

[@Krieghandt]

jazz standards, you don't want to rile up Adam Neely :)

[@DK_Son]

For someone of his calibre, this wasn't a challenge for him on a technical level. The only thing that was being challenged was his memory. He can assume a lot of the moves along the way, because it follows a very calm and steady structure. The most significant parts of this song are the breaks in the drum parts, and how the drums are reintroduced in the next section.

[@mistermyself1128]

The absolute best podiatrist may rebuild your foot better than Nature but might not be good for a dental reconstruction.

[@sharinglungs3226]

It’s not a challenge for a beginner drummer either.

[@ThomasGarlandsplooges]

@@sharinglungs3226 You realize he's a jazz drummer right? It's a completely different world to him

[@SENATORPAIN1]

@@ThomasGarlandsplooges not really though because it's basic drumming.hes not playing something outrageous.also he plays it better than Lars in one shot lol

[@ThomasGarlandsplooges]

@@SENATORPAIN1 Yeah, sure. But to ignore the technical chops is just ignorant

[@jeffbaer5851]

That performance is what you would expect if Bruno Mars ever did a cover of "Sandman." You can HEAR the pop/funk/jazz/motown influence in the fills and whatnot, but he's totally truthful to the source material. Awesome.

[@harrygeorge5550]

Much respect. His sound is soo clean. Soo much skill. I admire his dedication to his craft

[@lonnieefron5527]

For the first time hearing "Enter Sandman", I think that had to be the best rendition I have ever heard. This dude is amazing.

[@jimzazzera9516]

Even for a veteran it's a great version, so really impressive for a first time. Him leaning on the snares moreso than the Toms give it a very tight sound.

[@alessandro3000]

But that's not a regular dude. He learned the Snarky Puppy songs on a flight. And that is extremely complicated stuff compared to this one here. Amazing musician.

[@ShaneRichey]

This video is great. I’m going to be honest, I’m not familiar with either of these guys, so when I saw the title I thought it was going to be a reaction video…which always chips away a bit at my good feelings toward humanity. And this looked like a reaction to a reaction video, so how could I not hate click? But it had me onboard for positive vibes from the start. I like the non-metal musician respecting the song, the metal guy respecting the respect, and then the blind cover, and then the video wraps up talking about respecting respect, with somebody respecting that. It’s like a respect turducken.

[@kmh4674]

Respect turducken is both my favorite thing I've ever heard and a great way to describe this video.

[@66Samus]

you rule Shane!! thank you so much man

[@MissJessiePie]

I don't even know what turducken means but I love it and I want to eat one. Respectfully, obvs.

[@philtronnn]

😂 this it such a great comment. I’m laughing out loud right now. And mental Rolodexing “respect turducken” for future reference. Thank you.

[@timmiller1]

“Hate click” - I do that too. Or like, we will be watching tv and my wife will mute a commercial and I’ll give her a look and she’ll say “I know you hate that commercial so I turned it down so you don’t have to hear it” and then I’m all disappointed because, yes I hate the commercial, but I still want to hear it. It’s like she thinks I don’t *want* to be angry.

[@imjustsomeguy72]

What I love about this is that he gets the arrangement pretty much spot on for all the bits where it matters (basically everythin where the singer needs to know where to come in), and then at the end when everyone just gets grooving, he improvises but does so tastefully and makes appropriate musical decisions. Exactly what you need in a touring drummer of his calibre.

[@davidkoba]

He absolutely killed it. I love the look on his face you can tell he is feeling it.

[@roembaur]

I know this might sound weird to some, but this video brought me to tears. I just love how music can bring us together regardless of where "the sun shines down on us, on this planet." Thank you for making this! Made my day.

[@TheKondinho]

my thoughts exactly

[@rouhag3490]

It's our collective core memory :D

[@youtubestyle293]

Me too man me too. For the same reasons. I think it’s refreshing to see everyone enjoying a fun and entertaining show. No egos whatsoever everyone wanna play the drums, listen to Larnell. Beautiful escape from the shitty world

[@youtubestyle293]

Me too man me too. For the same reasons. I think it’s refreshing to see everyone enjoying a fun and entertaining show. No egos whatsoever everyone wanna play the drums, listen to Larnell. Beautiful escape from the shitty world

[@LowKickMT]

same brother! for the exact same reasons

[@TheDeadmandillon]

For someone who sat there listening to the song in its entirety, and then going right in for the full on playthrough, I'd say he's pretty goddamn good for stepping out of his comfort zone.

[@Conundrums._]

There’s a video of him listening to a completely jazzy tune once then perfectly playing it back and making a drum track for it first try. Larnell is crazy.

[@KaleKellerSalad]

Glad I could get u to 69 likes, peace ✌️

[@TheDeadmandillon]

@@KaleKellerSalad Noice!

[@fother.mucker]

Ohh yurrr

[@user-bc3gt4nv9w]

@@Conundrums._ hmm

[@copykatninja]

This drummer gave me a whole new appreciation for this song. Loved it! Thanks discord people.

[@sjhippie]

Check out Snarky Puppy. He’s effing amazing

[@paganxpoptart4600]

I watched the original video last night so naturally this reaction vid popped up in my feed today (because the almighty algorithm knows me better than I know myself). This sparks so much joy. There are few things I love more than seeing people breaking out of their comfort zones and pushing boundaries of their own skill, nerds doing metal shit, artists supporting artists, and outsiders showing a profound appreciation for something totally foreign to them. This gave me all of that ❤

[@mjustinmeyase1568]

I watched it last night too and loooo this video pops up😂

[@christineg8151]

I think the thing I love most about watching this is the change in his expression/posture as he begins to play. He opens with an expression of pure concentration, but by the time he hits the first chorus, he's clearly in the zone, just letting everything flow. It's a joy to watch!

[@StefanHertw16]

This guy is probably one of the best drummers on this planet.

[@alexharris-ui4ss]

"it really doesn't matter, let's just watch this guy fuckin destroy it" this made me feel warm inside💚

[@carllouisyoung]

Great video.. Is it just me or has everyone else NOTICED how relaxed he looks playing this unfamiliar song to him??? LMAO!!! As fans we ALL know it, and Lars always looks like it is taking maximum effort to do what he does. This gentleman listened to this one time and deciphered the body of what was needed to propel this song, then he really put some soul into it and the flourishes at the end were awesome. He made this look easy..

[@KSE828]

If this guy actually, truly, has never heard this song before, then he’s a certifiable musical savant.

[@apieceofenergy]

He is. He learned all of snarky puppys set on the plane ride and killed it.

[@KSE828]

@@apieceofenergy what plane ride?

[@HabAnagarek]

Is Enter Sandman really all the complicated?

[@jamahlrawls3520]

Realistically he’s probably heard it over the system in the background at some public space and just didn’t recognize it. [metal music playing]

[@colinbrash]

He is

[@mistersonnen848]

I usually don't believe when people claim they haven't heard such songs before, in reaction videos but this dude seems super genuine

[@umapessoa6051]

Ikr, one day i saw a reaction channel where the guy literally had a Led Zeppelin poster on his walls, and he claimed it was his first time listening to Stairway to Heaven...

[@bguns4989]

4:53 seems a little unbelievable.

[@burritoomg]

@@bguns4989 Larnell Lewis showed up on 24 hours notice to fill in for a drummer on a completely new album he had never heard before. Half of that time, he was a plane travelling to Europe. The result was "We Like It Here" by Snarky Puppy. Go take a listen to that album and tell me that dude doesn't just breathe percussion. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpC7e5Kpaq6mh8U

[@literalghost929]

@@burritoomg he can breathe percussion, doesn't mean it was the 1st time he heard the song or that he learned it by listening to it one time. I think it was pretty darn obvious by this video that he had heard the song and knew it before he started filming. Doesn't mean he isn't a good drummer or that he can't learn songs quickly.

[@Bryanctree]

@@literalghost929 he literally played an hour and a half worth of music for Snarky Puppy, for music that he saw 24hrs before recording. He wrote his own drum parts and memorized them on the plane ride to the recording

[@jimzazzera9516]

His fixing his glasses a half dozen times and ear piece and not missing a beat is like strutting after hitting a home run.

[@dshepherd107]

I don’t know this musician, bc I don’t know much about jazz.. but as soon as I saw him listening to the different instruments, I thought.. this man knows jazz. He’s going to smash this w/ np.

[@TheNo1pencil]

There is something about Jazz musicians that they can really break down a tune to its core.

[@sjhippie]

Check out Snarky Puppy. Absolutely off the rails

[@roddadrummer9014]

The fills he adds to make sure he doesn't lose tempo is awesome. This dude really can jam to metal. He has such a great additude towards being out if his comfort zone. Great video Samus keep posting videos like this. It's very inspiring. SEX!!!!

[@jez_77]

Larnell is a genius. He has another video when he plays some jazz tune for the first time. And nails it completely. Also, his work with Snarky Puppy is bloody amazing. One of the very best modern drummers imo

[@Squidz66]

I’ve never heard Metallica’s Enter Sandman. Ever.

[@Squidz66]

What a fucking liar

[@tulihenki4209]

@@Squidz66 Did Larnell eat your breakfast or what is your problem? Why is it hard to believe that some people are just this good?

[@anweshpradhan1842]

@@Squidz66 i never heard about Metallica before turning 20 lmao

[@Squidz66]

@@tulihenki4209 Nah man. He kicked my dog. But seriously, I know he's good, just question the "Have never heard this song" thing. It went to no.2 in Canada.... Withought even trying I hear this song all the time.

[@josephirianajr.3456]

He's a jazzer so those listening skills are not unusual.Thanks for posting

[@dionesiemion1865]

I have always and will always Love this song. Growing up in the projects of NC and being a young black girl/ woman, I would get the weirdest looks when I would sing along and bob my head. I think sharing all music with all people can only (mostly) be positive.

[@---bu6eg]

Different POV, it’s extremely satisfying to re-listen to a well known song and hear a breakdown like this. Gives a whole new appreciation for how much talent everyone in Metallica brought to creating this song.

[@flyingfrogofdeath9616]

Everyone except Lars

[@ManWithoutThePants]

@@flyingfrogofdeath9616 Kirk came up with the main riff, but it wouldn't have made the song groove without the way Lars suggested how it could be changed. Kirks version played the 1st bar one time and then 2nd bar was those palm muted power chords and repeated that. Lars suggestion was to play the 1st bar three times and then 4th bar the power chord thing. Lars also has a big part in making the songs while he may not be the greatest drummer. Kirks version of the riff didn't flow nicely.

[@davidvied2507]

@@ManWithoutThePants people don’t realize at all the great ear and vision Lars brings for arrangements once James and Kirk submit riffs.. Lars was once a phenomenal drummer and pushed it, nowadays not so much, but he does a lot more than just that.. you can’t teach a great ear that hears riff potential and how to arrange Melodie’s to carry thru a song, you either have it or you don’t, Lars and then boyz in Metallica have it for sure, that’s why their catalog is almost unmatched in just sheer songwriting masterclass.. that’s also why they became so big and so fast, even early on with the heavier thrashy stuff you just knew it was so much more well written with intent to hook you in with groove and melody

[@GothicConservative]

For real!!!!! I know exactly what you mean. Cool to hear it from someone else’s perspective. I was air drumming on those parts I know were there and he may miss, it was still interesting to hear his point of view from the song hearing it for the first time!

[@krabsauce9792]

I just wanted to point out that his kit sounds fucking amazing.

[@micko11154]

Of course! 😀

[@jimmyjames3133]

They say “Talent hits the target no one can hit, but genius hits the target no one can see.” To walk into this blind only hearing the instruments sans drums then fill it in with this kind of accuracy and not just that but to fill in the parts you missed with improvising that is 100% in the groove of the original, requires nothing short of indisputable genius. Loved it on Drumeo, loved it over here as well. Thanks for the react.

[@Angelcookie54]

Lars, you're fired.

[@NabilMoutana]

if only there were a way to fire Lars from the past

[@danflueras7598]

he’s the founder 💀

[@eeik5150]

Dude killed it and even when he got the ending reversed it was still amazing. And he did stuff that I don’t know that Lars could do.

[@mikebanks2176]

He did stuff about a shit load of professional drummers couldn’t do

[@azrielackerman4659]

I mean he is one of the greatest drummers alive right now. Snarky Puppy is next level when it comes to how technically gifted every single one of its members are.

[@Zraknul]

@@azrielackerman4659 Snarky Puppy is basically a musician all-star team. Michael League writes a solid song that's got room for the members to work. You can tell by his face in the videos he loves what they're doing with it.

[@Lastyearsjacket]

Yea he played the whole song on beat/in tempo. Already something Lars can't do.

[@sighermike]

If this dude had listened to it twice, he would have nailed it perfectly.

[@DaRunningMan]

@B Nah that was his first listen and first go. That's why he "phoned a friend" to ask him if she should listen to the song again or just play it and his friend told him to just go for it.

[@roguestowl2280]

Larnell did some different stuff than the original drummer- I do like his version a lot. the man is a master of his craft.

[@heyitsfp]

6amus man, your passion is pouring through your communication style. It makes the whole experience of exploring excellence and talents a very wholesome one. Positivity and excellence everywhere on your channel, we come for this and you deliver. 💯

[@66Samus]

thank you so much Francois!!

[@jacobpacheco3165]

Larnell is an amazing musician, as a fellow drummer nowhere near his talent, his understanding of song structure and flow is impeccable

[@kaynesantor8136]

Dude, this is so impressive. Out of his wheelhouse, first attempt, and still plays it better than most people do. This guy is nuts. Plus, he wears Van's. I mean, c'mon.

[@IshadaKatzteilov]

This is a pre-beginner song. Easier than easy.

[@orangutanxremix510]

@@IshadaKatzteilov it’s literally not. Post your video of you playing it, chump.

[@redactedrider7606]

@@orangutanxremix510 its really not a hard song for drums. Pretty repetitive. Not bad. I can jam tf to it. But no, if you cant play this you better start practicing more.

[@Night_Hawk_475]

The part where he bobs his head "to the whammy" @4:55 I think he's really just more in tune with the drums. The drums start a different pattern which matches the faster paced beats during that section, and I think he starts off bobbing to that, it just lines up with the guitar too because the drums and guitar work together so well in this song. The build up to it in the drum line is the same as an earlier section which also had the same brief-pause followed by rapid building beats.

[@camdenwise5816]

So many goosebumps! Love to see Larnell loving this song more and more. 🙂

[@JoshDrumClass]

Bro this was hilarious loved it!!!! 😆😆😆

[@chadadams2338]

Yooo what's up Josh, good to see you here

[@klg9239]

Dude I hate almost everything and I enjoyed the original video and this one immensely. Smiled the whole way through.

[@chanahasnomana]

I like that he made the song his own with the fills and flair he performed with.

[@igor.meh.design]

Amazing how he talks about the feelings that he had while listening, instead of music theory so that way he can perform from his creative memory. Trully awesome Larnell.

[@BeautyMarkRush]

You can see by Larnell's face he's in a deep level of concentration trying to remember the song throughout the whole pass. It just so fucking amazing.

[@johncahill2581]

Never seen your stuff before, but I appreciate how you seem to genuinely celebrate another artist without trying to be critical to make yourself seem better. We need more of this.

[@everthealtruist]

Larnell Lewis is such a force to be reckoned with, but seems like he'd jam with literally anyone and be both competent and courteous no matter what kind of music it is.

[@sarahriggs4997]

I love this KZbin channel!!! drumeo and 66 samus!!! has brought back my love for music!! I’ve been sooo dry and uninspired for over ten years now I’ve avoided music my one true passion!!! Thank you to both channels for bringing me back and finally giving me inspiration!! And reminding me how much I just love music

[@jjh3455]

Its so refreshing to see someone play a tune you know every single little stick-movement in, in a way you've never heard it before.

[@PayUntoCaesar]

Dude is a savant. His talent is God given. So incredible to see people do well in their craft. For example, love him or hate him, John Mayer on guitar and SRV. Whether you like the music or not is beside the point. Just amazing to watch

[@mopsandmuscles7855]

Enter Sandman is gateway metal. He’ll be listening to Slaughter to Prevail in no time.

[@Celatra]

Meh. I'd say Ne Obliviscaris is more interesting

[@miken.6486]

Or archspire, infant annihilator....😄

[@sidsagar7028]

or alustrium

[@BobRocksGuitar]

@@miken.6486 Archspire, IA, Rings of Saturn... >:)

[@DeathBYDesign666]

Wasn't this like over a year ago? I remember watching this back around later 2020, but I don't know could have been 6 months KZbin kinda blurrs together after a certain amount of time.

[@Exoticdwarf_]

this guy is one of the best jazz drummers in all of history in my opinion. He is absolutely incredible player and its amazing to know how great he is at playing drums.

[@daddyyotv3832]

Wow how another drummer can give more groove to the original song. Awesome

[@seanberg2332]

Bro, He's been one of my favorite Drummers for years!!! Please Please, Check out Snarky puppy

[@goner.9989]

Bro snarky puppy is the shit.

[@yeetfeet1878]

Snarky Puppy is nasty (the good nasty). Larnell’s grooves are influential as crap.

[@luukveugen3779]

That yoinky sploinky

[@davidk6504]

Snarky is the best! 66 you must check them out!

[@jarrodhamilton5654]

He's badass

[@gabelanz9188]

He created, by improvising, after hearing the song one single freaking time, a better drum line for the entire song than Lars ever could have lol

[@prime_comando]

This guy so wholesome and family friendly fun. Just discovered your channel for the first time. Enjoyed this and the critical technical aspects as well.

[@66Samus]

thank you so much dude!!

[@winklenator]

100% will watch Larnell do this to any song. He has incredible listening skills.

[@e.j.leonard2379]

This is a great lesson in how to play a part of a song "accurately" enough to be recognizable as "the song" while still being an individual personal expression of style and approach. Great lesson for anyone learning to play, write, and perform. That it can be done both `properly' and `your own way' at the same time! Plus that lovely speech at the end about coming to different types of music with respect was icing on the cake. Game recognizes game - even a `jazz' guy can tell a great metal song when they hear one, and though Lars gets a lot of flack for not being a `technical' drummer or as precise live as a lot of other famous metal-guys, most (respectful) musicians always recognize him as a master of writing parts from a song-smith perspective. Lars is like the Ringo of Metal - even non-drummers can recognize his patterns/intros etc because they always suit/support the song You never hear the true greats of any style slag off music of different styles outside their own

[@sayginkol]

This shows how good Lars was in his prime. There was something deliciously off in his fills and cymbal hits, so that even an undeniable genius like Larnell is surprised by his choices. I know it is fun to bash him, but for me his playing between 1986 and 1991 was incredible.

[@LordBaktor]

When Lars made an effort he was an expert at creating memorable drum parts. Not necessarily difficult or impressive, but so damn specific and memorable that if anyone plays a cover you instantly know if they changed something or missed anything. Same with Kirk, he might not be the most technical shredder out there, but his solos stick in your head and fit the riffs behind them like a glove.

[@MajesticDemonLord]

His work on AJFA is my personal favourite Lars playing, but the Black Album is probably his catchiest.

[@9ZERO6]

People love to hate on Lars. It is very odd imo. He was the absolute perfect drummer for some of the most popular (hipster metal fans do not recognize those however) Metallica albums ever. Yet "LaRs IS tHe WoRSt dRuMmER EVeR!"

[@olimpicus]

i'm a Lars fan, i appreciate people giving him the respect he deserves

[@apexone5502]

He was playing with feeling. Playing with feeling works so well because it’s about fitting the vibe of the song. Folks can clown Lars these days but his drumming fit the songs of the era.

[@bobe3250]

Second time I have watched him play this. This rocks!!! Love your commentary.

[@ElkayEQ]

Loved seeing the original. LOVE seeing someone who "knows" react. Wonderful video. Thank you MD.

[@just.some.dud3]

Larnell is a monster, I'd love to see you watch more of his stuff. One of my favorite drummers. :)

[@Jay-zr2cm]

His ability to know what beat comes next and pick up on the patterns is so cool

[@zeroten_femme8717]

I love the positivity of you both and the respect towards this music, even though it’s “not his genre” ❤

[@joshgrooms5436]

Love your enthusiasm with this for Larnell playing it. Your reactions were very similar to mine during it

[@masonlitowsky]

Watching Larnell process things can actually make us better musicians. The dude is insane at everything.

[@aligatorsandwitch72]

He's an absolute beast of a drummer and I loved hearing him just jam after the solo.

[@aligatorsandwitch72]

I'd like to hear his 2nd or 3rd pass on the song as well.

[@kirkcinnamon8467]

@@aligatorsandwitch72 im betting 98% accuracy after 2nd listen. Lol

[@reubenk7331]

Woah, that was so freaking good! Like you said, I really liked his perspective at the end.

[@Dusty_Ham]

I just found your channel, but man do I love this. You've gained yourself a sub. I especially love the lack of pausing and having to rewind and start again. It's something that has put me off to so many reaction channels. This is so amazing to watch.

[@66Samus]

lmfao, thanks man :)

[@m1geo]

Strange place to recognise a callsign 😂 73, M1GEO!

[@Doinstuffman]

I would love to see you on Drumeo one of these days. I bet you'd give a killer blast beat lesson lol

[@kurtiscollette]

Love how he just made it his own toward the end. This guy is a treasure.

[@deamonghod]

Love drummmmz. Love how great music just transcends everything.. Great vid💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾subbed

[@jasonhumbert7204]

Been enjoying these active listening videos

[@moonlitegram]

Whether he has actually heard the song before or not, I'm positive this session would have went the same. The dude killed it on the We Like It Here recordings and apparently he learned all the parts for that on the plane ride over to the session. Really sick drummer.

[@badm0t0rf1nger]

On top of being a *top-tier* musician, LL is a truly top-tier *human* #DoublyInspirational :) p.s. if y'all have not seen him play "Shofukan" or "Lingus" with the never-knowingly-out-jazzed Snarky Puppy, you best get on those pronto! ;)

[@6pin66]

Good call , was gonna recommend the live version of Lingus from "We like it here" freakin mind-chunk-blowing !

[@pianowithpri9123]

The way he ends “What About Me” is awesome. His solo album is great as well

[@gibbleway]

Love that this channel exists, sometimes cant understand the quick quips of commentary but adds to this whole drumeo feature and this man is right to celebrate what I've been seeing the last week.

[@nathaneverest3043]

Dude, I clicked on a video of yours last night, and I fell in love with your channel! Kudos brother!

[@66Samus]

thank you Nathan!!!

[@psstimbatman6646]

This dude is so awesome! Not only as a drummer but also as a human being. I really appreciate him and his work.

[@scotty2307]

That dude is a straight up drum geek! He knows the drums like he knows how to breathe.

[@MrSuicideMan]

You are such a vibe dude, prop for cheering me up every fucking video!! ROCK ON BRUH!!!!