Mike Mangini Drum Cam Live

Here's a live video from the Dream Theater 2022 (May) Tour. It contains the live click track. It's another staple Portnoy drum part off of the Awake album. Playing this is fun and I can see why people always seem to like this song and the drums in it. I try slightly different things each night on every song by accenting different vocal inflections, guitar "jdunks" and slight variations of the drum parts. This one is no exception. I like how the off-16th hat hits feel when the snare plays on the upbeats so it's a little different than how the first solo feels when the HiHat hand follows the accents as it does on the album's verses. Sometimes I play the album's verse hihat part with either my left or right hand. This helps me stay really focused. I also like to motor out double bass 16ths at the end. It's fun. The click is cool because the speaking sample, guitar delays, and other effects settle in the pocket each night. The guys feel very comfortable with that, so I'm happy to do it.

[@stephenm.1988]

Thank you Mike Mangini for all these years. You did an excellent job in the band. We wish you all the best.

[@jelleepit]

The brilliance of the original is brought back to into focus by Mangini. Faithful as always showing such respect to his predecessor. Whist somehow cleverly inserting his own incredible character into the performance. Astonishing.

[@TjimmyChonga]

Shh.. we try not to mention Astonishing

[@coltonpugh9669]

@@TjimmyChonga HA! I was literally just explaining why that album was so... divisive amongst fans to my girlfriend. She seemed to love the idea of it but I'll let her hear for herself.

[@jelleepit]

@@TjimmyChonga lol. When Dream Theater met Andrew Lloyd Webber.

[@jichola]

@@coltonpugh9669 The album seemed to be a good idea... I gave it at least 20 listens back then, I still couldn't believe that I didn't like it, lol.

[@coltonpugh9669]

@@jichola I've listened to it a handful of times as well and thought the same thing. Like you said, the idea was good and we are talking about a band that is certainly capable of tackling a concept album. But I think it was too far of a departure from the qualities that make them sound like they do. It didn't have that special drive to it. I personally love Jordan's shred antics, or his "wankery" as I have heard it put, but even that was hardly present. I mean, Rush sort of had a similar concept on 2112, but they did it in what, 20 minutes?

[@popolontsing]

The accuracy is incredible

[@n3drums]

Every note he played is immaculate.

[@kai326]

That’s the problem

[@PetePohjanniemi]

@@kai326there is no problem

[@felipesazo9970]

Phenomenal drummer, and a great person

[@AntonioVictorSpada]

He's from another Planet. Hard work + talent + big heart.

[@bobclark7715]

My favorite drummer from my favorite band. Thank God for MM and DT!!!

[@j.d.7208]

Same here aka the dream team 🤘

[@RickReasonnz]

These behind the kit videos are like watching a tradesman work. Great to see how Mike professionally goes about every stroke and beat. This must be invaluable footage for aspiring drummers!

[@MrTheNoradin]

Watching world glass drummers like Mangini makes me want to immediately go sit at my kit and work on things. I'm just a basement basher, I'll never be at his level but these videos do inspire me to be better even if it's just for me.

[@danblackford3389]

Very good and powerful drummer, filled with so much good stuff, Mike has to be one of the most fluid drummers on the planet

[@NamaanXI]

the precision here is madness...absolute madness...

[@Behemoth66]

Glad to see Mikes Channel growing. He should be easily over 100k with all the time work and knowledge he bestows upon us

[@bostjanjaric827]

But often really good drummers that are not only on you tube don't have awfully big following. Sad but true. This kind of talent should surpas majority of drumming video channels. I notice that with Terry Bozzio's channel.

[@TypeO666]

Usually great drummers don't have much time to manage their own channels due to schedule plan, trainings, camps etc ... So they need a good manager to proceed it. Great that Mike is self-employed manager & drummer at the same time tho.

[@basse.r]

One of the hardest parts written by portnoy and you nailed it like a boss!!

[@davidmichaelsen9805]

Of course.Mangini can do anything

[@drunkenribeye]

Say what? Not true.

[@BastianRehak]

@@drunkenribeye what??

[@samlee2463]

Not sure how this video doesn't have a billion views. Mike, I appreciate you sir on many levels. Thanks for sharing and allowing us to watch.

[@markvandenberg4606]

Well, it was posted 59 minutes ago, for one.

[@caarriav]

@@markvandenberg4606 jajajjajjajajjjajjjajjajajajjjajajajjaj

[@rafaelrodriguez3270]

2yrs later an still under 80k. The guy that recorded that song came back and now got over 100k in 24 of posting the video of the same song.

[@swindle2240]

Impeccable performance as always.

[@Jin.Yoon.]

I don't understand how a man is able to do such drumming😲 Love this guy and the band🤟

[@salvadormeridian]

Some people prefer Portnoy. Some people prefer Mangini. In the end, both shaped Dream Theatre to be the band that they are today. Salutes to Mangini for being awesome 👏

[@adrowd40]

Now I can see clearly the differences between your interpretation and the interpretation of Portnoy. Really is very enjoyable..! See U in a month here in Buenos Aires dude!! 😁✌️

[@bahritkharakor9257]

Wow..simply awesome..Mike Mangini truly the living legend..love this guy!👍

[@waynebaker2452]

Astonishing! And he makes it look so easy, like he could do it backwards.

[@laurelhardymarx]

I mean, he literally does: "Sometimes I play the album's verse hihat part with either my left or right hand"

[@ericsterk9939]

What can I say... you are the master Mike. Thanks for the years by DT. We will miss you!

[@UPIL.INDONESIA]

Upload more....! This is interesting and I think the fans loved it, Mike!

[@BurrenSHdrums]

The last drum fill was outstanding

[@maxhowlett9661]

As a drummer, I'm so used to being the one that counts in a song live that honestly the toughest part for me here would be starting the damn song to the click. I feel like I could never personally be 'ready' for the next song when its dictated by a force out of my control. But I guess that's just another factor that makes Mr Mangini an absolute professional and a total monster behind the kit. He has it completely conquered both physically AND mentally.

[@warren_r]

The reach from the roto-tom to the right-hand crash at 3:40 is pretty ballsy, even by Mangini's standards. Great playthrough of a classic.

[@asabovesobelow2299]

Damn!!

[@alanpartridge4681]

It's a rocket tom, not a rototom.

[@lfeercorrea]

There's amazing, absolutely inspiring to watch you playing

[@Huntsmaestro]

What a synthesis of total precision and control with groove! Mike, you are such a magnificent musician!

[@deantalbotdrums]

Every note spot on, as always. Keep them coming Mike! 🤘🤘🤘

[@Feel777]

3:35 is he really doing flams with one hand?! This guy is not human!

[@matthijs2024]

This is just awesome!! Mike your the best drummer on earth!!

[@TypeO666]

Favorite album of mine ... When truly every song is a masterpiece. So well played on live!

[@marinhrabric6162]

I agree, my 2nd favorite

[@thecompetentimposter132]

Thank you Mike for this video. You're the best!

[@diariodobatera]

Man! That's right hand only overdubs... Damn! Thanks Mike!

[@t3hgir]

lovely additions to the drum parts :)

[@bradycalvert6652]

i cant get enough of that sick intro fill!

[@klantic2]

I love this song. Thanks for your time an effort on putting this video together, Mike!

[@bitgeist_21]

Mike you are a legend. Thank you for all your contributions; not only to DT but also the drumming world. As I watch this video I am amazed at how clean and articulate your sticking is! It's just not normal, hahaha!! YOU ARE THE BEST!!

[@hevikeinonen]

Ihan helvetin tasapainoinen veto.Kiitos!!

[@sergiogiannetti9848]

Great, Mike! You are such a legend! Keep rocking!

[@CarringtonPhoto]

Simply Awesome!!! Thanks for sharing this Mike!

[@genidipo64]

I LOVE THAT METRONOME SOUND IN THIS VIDEO!! AMAZING!

[@randarmax]

That was amazing.

[@cuttimewoodsmithing]

This is my favorite DT song and you kill it! I am just a mere trombone player and no where near this level

[@derekpetersen7571]

MrMangini you are simply incredible my friend I love watching you so much wow!!! Keep them coming and I will keep being amazed your friend Derek Petersen from Pearland Texas

[@markvandenberg4606]

The skill level is out of this world, of course, but I have to say that each time I attend a DT concert I’m getting the feeling more and more that I’m listening to the albums…

[@dionisiozotti6446]

the best and greatest drummer of all time👏👏👏👊👊👊🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@yatshadowz1635]

Amazing master of drummer

[@JohnSanchezooDrumrBoi]

playing with so much precision!

[@mikeh2373]

Simply awesome! Precision definition

[@keithwegiel5902]

Excellent performance !!! Nice approach and musicality

[@Ebikelover]

A true master of his craft

[@RandyHanley]

Rock. Solid...On top of already being incredible.

[@BOOLsheet]

Love it - keep more of these videos coming

[@jwlee1059]

I could probably sit here all day and watch him. I could do this in my sleep.....that's because I would be dreaming. :)

[@BSeffDrumVidz]

Ahhh yeah, that was bad-ass! Lovin' this schtuff!!

[@RobBeatdownBrown]

Well, then. THAT was flawless 😐🏆

[@tiagodine6802]

See you in São Paulo, Brasil! 👏🏻🤘🏻🍺

[@ARamos-ey8mn]

You make it all look so easy!! One of my favorites!!

[@jamesgilgannon4164]

Just amazing!😮

[@fabianernestopacheco]

Amazing own touch!!

[@matheusroedel1205]

Perfect!!

[@das_istri_bts]

👏👏👏awesome🍻💜 welcome to mylife Solo Central Java Indonesia🇮🇩 enjoy &stay healthy🙏God Bless

[@sergebraida5622]

You make it look so effortless!

[@estrangeibanez3051]

Those one hand fills are crazy.

[@dougmorato]

Thanks for sharing these awesome videos Mike!!!!

[@nicolas28500]

This was really great Mike

[@jun1635XVI]

It's really cool. I love your drumming

[@bitflux2]

nailed it!

[@soul68ou1]

Absolute class 👏

[@robbbertonestips]

Sir Mike. My friend you really make me feel like home when playing. I can't explain how much you teach me watching these videos of yours, in every sense. Thank you so much.

[@tobiaseidem8033]

So awesome!

[@RAMMSTEINCHILENO666]

Grande mike mangini! Ya me había acostumbrado a escucharte en DT 😢. Mucha suerte, ya pronto quiero escuchar que haces en otros lados :)

[@spiderdrummerx]

Amazing !! would love to see more videos like this you rock 🤘🤘

[@JoelRdz]

I loooooove this videos

[@AruhPlays]

5:47 the tech having the time of his life there 😎. Amazing performance as usual !

[@adammakuch8582]

This is awesomest

[@jules_imf]

Every time I see MM playing something complicated without straining at all, I try to play it and am so surprised: why can't I do it, if it looks so simple?

[@t3hgir]

practice , and then practice some more

[@ВалерийГульцев-л4п]

Это результаты жопа часы!

[@jules_imf]

@@ВалерийГульцев-л4п да это все понятно, просто ну он настолько непринуждённо это всё делает, что твои собственные фейлы тебя вводят в диссонанс

[@MichaelChopp]

Buy his rhythm knowledge books and practice the methods for a few years. You’ll be amazed at what happens

[@douglasjohnson7226]

Awesome. 😍👍. This was a detailed one.

[@jakaprast6667]

from solo with love

[@Allison_Chaynes]

This dude is a fking machine!

[@adisetiawan1447]

Welcome to Java Mr. Mike Mangini

[@mr.maff99]

Mangini , tempo yang selalu akurat.

[@CodenameCuervo]

ROCKS!!! 💀🤟

[@jabedkhan7282]

I love you man ❤️

[@spencerharding5328]

Look at him just swimming thru them polyrhythms 🏊‍♂️

[@jeffthejinjer]

One part man, one part robot! What a machine!!!

[@Plingsel]

Very cool video Mike! Like others said, this channel deserves more subscribers, which i think you'll find when Rick Beato inevitably invites you for an interview on his channel! ;-)

[@COTG666]

He wasn't Dream Theater's original drummer, but he was their best.

[@bbad21]

Now The count of tuscany!!!!

[@DaddyWidgets]

I feel deeply sad when they did dirty to you. I love your poise, precision and effort in drumming. I am now turning from DT fans into your fans (10 months ago) I will support all of your work.

[@scottyjones4428]

Magini is a living metronome...with superior fills

[@gabrielwalker4411]

Hey mike I really enjoyed this video so I was wondering can you a drum cam of awaken the master

[@Tico66]

you are awesome!

[@caarriav]

difficult task of metronome to keep the rhythm to mangini!!

[@MarianoGianni1]

I actually use this video to play along with my bass. The drums only and the metronome are so helpful

[@SafeInstinct]

I am going to miss you so vey, vey much In DT - You are the best - I'am a huge fan 👍🏼❤😀😀

[@InzidenzPanik]

It’s such a bummer that I wasn’t able to see Mangini with DT. After seeing performances like these, there’s little from MP that would actually get me back into DT.

[@chrisaurel3195]

God bless you mike!!!! I want to request please playing panic attack 🙏🙏👍👍👍 from Indonesia 🇮🇩🥳

[@filipkaczmar]

This is amazing.

[@gadymarcus5297]

magnifico.

[@pabulumdrummer]

Massive drum sounds!!

[@dazeeed9010]

this was the live in Milan and I was thereee