Drum Critic REACTS Danny Carey | "Pneuma" by Tool LIVE IN CONCERT REACTION

[@cozy_af2090]

Every time someone gets turned on to Tool an angel gets it's wings.

[@Calilou52]

And Judith Maries wings grow bigger:)

[@benkelly7182]

Dude this comment is A+

[@zwerble_]

Now we gotta get more people to watch AF

[@alharrison1038]

America First! Maynard made some retarded comments this political season

[@mortenfrederiksen3063]

More like a Devil gets its horns \m/

[@quaidmoore7997]

Legend has it, Danny made a deal with the Devil. We don't know what Danny got but the Devil got drum lessons.

[@gregpolimis2630]

And that's all. he wanted, the drum lessons.

[@vicamious8793]

🤣🤣

[@JG-co2gq]

Well he already lost his golden fiddle!!!

[@marsdust332]

I heard it was a deal with an octopus.

[@TheLuckymod13]

Best comment on the internet XD

[@hillbillyheadspace]

He doesn't want it to end... Imagine us lifelong Tool fans who had been waiting 13 excruciating years for this album LOL

[@Shenanigans3D]

I know right!

[@Daniel-xu6kd]

Omg that whole year 2019 was one big cock tease for me. I was so high just knowing a new album was coming out..

[@johnpercival9216]

For me, the 13 year wait was worth it for this.

[@sharileighretsof4790]

You ain’t lied! Tool for life!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@judicebastard3524]

I hear you brother.

[@sunshinefogleman127]

Danny Carey was like 57 years old when this was recorded. Can you imagine having that energy and intensity night after night?! Danny Carey is the master of polyrhythms, able to play a unique and different rhythm with each of his four limbs simultaneously. He is an incredible musician, and when you add Maynard, Adam, and Justin, their music is a transcendental journey.

[@Mandy_714]

58*

[@xxfaerietalesxx]

i want to make a reaction video to your reaction to this 🥺 i ‘feel’ music and i can tell that you do as well. i need an ‘omg’ count 😆 so happy to meet you here, and i wish you the best on your musical journey 🖤

[@ratius1979]

Bonkers 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@christianbaumgartner677]

He is absolutely exceptional

[@Raidur7215]

The most impressive part was you being able to nod in beat with a Tool song.

[@teufeldoc8564]

That’s true. That’s something I’ve never been able to do for very long.

[@petrus0002]

Ahahahah.....he was ipnotic

[@mikebreezy248]

Too many bpm changes to keep the nod at a metronomic pace lol

[@joshuaburgin5995]

Honestly. A little trouble with the first few bars but he got it down quick

[@dowogenesthedog7186]

Always tricky unless you've heard it 5 times

[@ProsperoFinch]

A lot of people mentioned the complex polyrhythms, especially during the bridge where he’s playing 4 different rhythms at the same time across the entire kit, as the most impressive part. And they’re right, of course. But to add to that, another thing that makes Danny special as a drummer is his mastery of “dynamics”. You recognized it in part by calling out the softer moments, especially at the end of the song, but Danny does that throughout. He controls the power with which he uses on the drums and cymbals to create musical texture in a way that is unmatched in modern rock music. He transitions from powerful whipping hits to gentle taps with ease, sometimes within the same triplet or double stroke roll. He has incredible control. It’s easy to shift from a loud part to a soft part and back. It’s hard to do that smoothly, or within a drumfill, and it’s damn near impossible to do it with one hand while the other stays the same or shifts in the opposite direction. Danny is the G.O.A.T.

[@sprokow]

Dude, excellent analysis! I have never heard a better drummer, at least in modern rock music, being 1960s and up. But he's probably just the best drummer in terms of pure mastery and skill, in fact anything, in general. At least for musicians with mass exposure.

[@ryanrichardson9915]

He is truly a musician. A lot of subtle stuff that can easily go unnoticed. How he will go from using two toms, to three toms, to 4 and 5 and then back down from 5 to 4 to 3 to 2....just so amazing.

[@bradsole861]

Perfect analysis Erik, but you left out the fact that apart from his incredible talent he is one of the most humble and down to earth guys in the industry.

[@mikeschulik8822]

Pretty spot on except for the goat part imo.

[@eamonnoboyle4780]

When he's playing rim shots on the snare with his left stick is where you can really notice the amount of consistent control he has regarding dynamics.

[@Tylerius87]

"a group ive never heard before, a group called TOOL" The Internet: oooh dis gon be good :D

[@polaris.education]

But he’s a “drum critic” 😂😂😂😂.. “next week we’ll talk about Vinnie Kulayutah or some name like that”

[@nsamu]

This up-and-coming band Tool. Dem whippersnappers!

[@32Omicron32]

I'm an art critic! Today I will be reacting to an artist I've never heard of before a guy named Michelangelo.

[@batou1468]

@@nsamu timeless on so many levels... Fear innoculum what?!?

[@skylersojka6742]

Yea how are you a drum critic and don't know Danny Carey.. he's literally a centerfold article on a drummer mag ever time an album cones out

[@GoldTop57]

Most impressive to me is during the breakdown that he’s playing different timings with all 4 limbs, and it doesn’t sound like a mess. It sounds divine

[@shotgunsurgeon23]

J Sanders that’s one of the things that’s always amazed me with him his ability to make it sound good. His timings are perfect!

[@slantz49]

His drum sticks are moving fast as a humming bird wings

[@Shadowise-46.2]

He’s playing a different time with each limb and then he starts rotating his body back and forth across the different drums making a fifth polyrhythmic pattern.

[@onedayaway1297]

Yep

[@louofm1]

Danny's left hand is saying..... Don't worry about me danny, you do your thing, I'll do mine.

[@Mike_C-79]

I'm getting professional help to stop me from watching every damn reaction video to this song. I keep telling my therapist that this time it was a different video. She doesn't seem to be buying it. Now I have to tell her that I slipped again.

[@MattyIce2584]

I've come home from work and spent an hour or two the last 3 nights watching em all too! It almost puts you in a trance like state. 🐙🤘

[@UKInfamousElite]

She's not buying it because she's seen them all and currently seeing a therapist for it, too! lol

[@32Omicron32]

She won't really understand until she see the video. Maybe you can be there to see her reaction? Oh wait....

[@jameswarner6544]

Tell her she's fired and she should watch some Rage Against The Machine reactions. You're all good.

[@DrPizza92]

You’re not alone, my man!

[@johnkonertz8042]

After the passing of Neil Peart "The Professor" I would say Danny Carey "The Octopus" is arguably the best "Living " rock drummer !

[@shanewilson199]

My love of rush brought me to tool about 3 months ago. The thing I love about DC is his rhythms. Mesmerizing and hypnotic are words that come to mind. NP had the musicality in his thunderous fills. Witch hunt has my favorite fills, and this song an hypnotic Quality about it.

[@r.c.l2569]

Hands down.

[@h00ligan64]

Amen

[@theguitargeezer878]

Totally agree John, Danny is carrying the torch these days. His sick time signatures and polyrhythms is beyond understanding.

[@jackalope_hunter]

@@theguitargeezer878 I'd say Danny as well as Mario Duplanter from Gojira

[@BPhillips2000]

Everyone's doing their due diligence on how good Danny is, so I'm only going to add: Danny Carey is 59 years old.

[@fibessnaredrum2775]

His technique is perfect for longevity playing. I expect to see Danny moving round a kit at 80...

[@jasondimak5514]

Also, Danny keeps himself in tremendous shape too. He has great posture behind the kit, especially for someone who is 6'5". He is my favorite percussionist of all time for sure.

[@fibessnaredrum2775]

@@jasondimak5514 thats very true also, he looks great for any age physically.

[@normancounts2924]

But when you see how massive his kit is and he instinctively knows where each piece is without looking and his precision is unmatched. You can hear the similarities between studio album & live.

[@Lurch685]

He’s got guns too, that dude could kick my ass and I’m half his age.

[@kimmernew19]

I’ve lost count how many times I’ve seen this. It will never get old.

[@Fabric_Hater]

I like this version more than the studio version.

[@joelspaulding5964]

Have made a sport of watching every reaction to this video as well as repeatedly watching the original. Truly, never gets old.

[@joshualoy5526]

Same here, I love watching people’s reactions for the 1st time watching Danny Carey!! Ps I love me Dave ghrohl as well

[@josullivan5189]

Same

[@josullivan5189]

@@Fabric_Hater same

[@dazc1069]

We got another one! Enjoy the rabbit hole.

[@fknsl1]

My daughter introduced me, I was 56... we were at this show!!!

[@alexgibson8153]

@@fknsl1 and? Did your face melt completely off?

[@fknsl1]

@@alexgibson8153 Damn near. Most folks don't 'Get' Tool. Phenomenal performance

[@scottgoehring3142]

Lost in the Tool rabbit hole for years.

[@joehynes5452]

Damn you! Let the rabbits wear glasses!! Save our brothers! Can I get an amen? Can I get a hallelujah? Thank you Jesus

[@aldousorwell3807]

".....I kinda don't want it to end." "That was over *way* too quick!" My exact reactions when some dips*it tells me that any tool song is too long.

[@RandomGuyCDN]

As someone who really got into tool thanks to this album, the length of tool songs is honestly nice. Listening to mostly EDM the longer than usual " pop/radio cut" length was a refreshing change when i started listening to this genre and finding tool just reinforced that really good music artists are the ones that can play or properly create music thats over 6+ minutes.

[@adamrash1114]

Danny Carey is one of the, if not the best, drummer that I have listened to in my 40 years on Earth. I am a drummer in a garage band and we just sit around, pull songs out of the air, and jam to. None of us are musicians per se, we just all love music and to play it. I have been a Tool and Danny Carey fan since about 1997. His polyrhythms and time signature changes make him one of the most difficult drummers to cover, which is a cool thing. As much as I feel like I can keep a decent groove, I can't mimic DC. But I will ALWAYS be impressed with his fills, time signature changes (as a band as a whole), and his sound samples that he plays. So many good Tool songs to plug, but from a Danny standpoint, Pneuma, H., Schism, and Eulogy are some of my all time favorites to listen to from a drumming/percussion standpoint.

[@roymaines2137]

Totally - I've seen some of the best. Neil, Phil Collins, Carl Palmer, Danny is in a class of his own!

[@mattfleming2287]

That part is so impressive because he’s playing at least 3 different time signatures at the same time. He’s the greatest drummer in the world right now.

[@slanderman3296]

He truly is a beast

[@Todrick451]

I actually believe it's 4... it make my brain hurt trying to sort it... but I think each limb is actually playing a completely independent rhythm in a completely separate time signatures... he's literally synchopating with himself.

[@josephdavis3472]

I've always liked Tool, but I wasn't always as into them as I am now. Mostly this piece for drums really made me realize that Carey isn't just "Good", he's like savant good. It's one thing to play accurately at high BPM with difficult fills. It's another entirely to play in awkward time signatures, while doing polyrhythym and still making it sound near-identical to the album performance. I notice that for many who doubt when Carey is mentioned among the greats, it is often times people who can't appreciate the technical skill behind what he's doing, their perspective is just "Drums go brr, but I know lots of drummers".

[@slanderman3296]

@@josephdavis3472 amen. Best way to describe it. Hes fucjing beautiful man, his signatures are his signature lol

[@williamsporing1500]

I’m an old dude, grew up listening and playing Yes, ELP, Genesis etc. I’m very used to weird time signatures, tempo changes etc…..I believe you are correct, Danny is the best drummer living, maybe ever been.

[@Dummy666]

"Is he good?" You misspelled GOD there 😉

[@StefBelgium]

If you listen closely, you ll notice several rythm mistakes in this live song.

[@MTGFaded]

They would have issues playing Pnemua, Fear Inoculum, and 7empest because of the length. It's fine he still one of the best drummers ever

[@chrisg1772]

@@StefBelgium I've always felt the very first drum roll on his midi pads goes wrong on the last note. And then after the main breakdown there is another fill that doesn't sound as quick as it should, but hell, the other 99% of the track is insane 😳

[@dereckwaller5111]

@@chrisg1772 it's important to make a mistake or two so that people don't catch on that you are an AI cyborg drummer.

[@Decrapitate]

At a quick glance that’s what I thought he wrote! And I was like “yeah, he is!”

[@-TRIAD-]

Keep in mind, the OCTOPUS 🐙 was 58 when this was done 😱 Danny is the 🐐🤘🤘🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@alpinestarsracing1]

More like DOAD

[@alpinestarsracing1]

"Drummer of all drummers. He's the fucking GOD of drummers.....him and the drummer for Infant Annihilator.

[@SpyderGrafix]

Totally Agree!! He’s fuckin’ Amazing!! 😈🤘🏼

[@williamkramer9731]

The thing with Carey having such longevity is his technical ability.... He doesn't have to rely on raw speed, because he's able to do enough at once to make up for it

[@-Thunder]

The amazing thing is how inventive he has stayed. It's one thing to play a hit you had 30 years ago. It's another thing to create a new masterpiece 30 years later.

[@ladysensei1487]

I was at this show... Danny was really the main event. Maynard just kinda creeped about in the darkness. It felt very much like a showcase for his talent and it was probably the best tool show I’ve been to.

[@matthewlamendola1423]

There is an interview of young Maynard explaining that it’s about the music. The vocals are just helping to express the same emotion the music is but, the music is what is important. That’s why he is not the focal point on stage anymore.

[@Toastmaster_5000]

@breme That is something I've definitely appreciated about Tool. I've always had a gripe with bands that are only named after the singer, or the singer is the only one anyone knows the name of while the rest of the band is easily replaceable.

[@JustinOhio]

@@matthewlamendola1423 Yup, I've heard this about them many times although have never seen them live.

[@danielhill8200]

I went to a tool show late Jan 2020 I figured Pneuma would be the best drumming part, the crowd would react but I was wrong. I was blown away by the end of 46&2. Soon as Danny finished the song he stood up with his chin on his chest with his hair draping over his face and breathing real hard and it was incredible. The whole stadium cheered for about 2 minutes straight. 46&2 is amazing live. The band has perfected the light show with the song over 25 years and it’s an unique experience compared to the rest. Without a doubt Danny moves his arms around more during the end of that song than compared to any other song. Embraces the Octopus. There was a intermission after this song then played 2 more songs plus chocolate chip trip which is soooo much better live. It’s a whole different sound and beat he’s playing over and he overlaps it at periods and it’s amazing. I hope to see them again.

[@matthoward598]

@@danielhill8200 I'm going in January. Havent seen them since 2001. Your comment seriously has me hyped.

[@albertorazo2550]

He plays in a art jazz band too Danny Carey is one of the greatest drummers ever

[@MarcusAurelius12]

Dude I AM SO HAPPY you dont hit pause and talk every 15 seconds. You are awesome

[@Jguthro]

Thanks for letting everyone know they should jeep listening. 👍

[@paulstoeckle7873]

The power of Bonham, the dexterity of Peart. I’m not big on “best of” lists, but he’s right there, without question. He’ll inspire drummers for generations.

[@habibie]

And perfection of mike portnoy!

[@derekg7853]

@@habibie Mangini needs to take notes on how to "have soul while playing". Portnoy and Carrey can run miles around him with just the energy they bring, whilst also still being technical to a point.

[@dakotaslim]

Great description.

[@hadtocheathimtobeathim6549]

Carrey is THE best all time.

[@ericalo1722]

Ginger baker?

[@Easyslush]

Q: So Danny, what time signature is this played in? A: Yes.

[@DonJohnson13]

A: All of them...simultaneously.

[@jeremypifer8440]

You stole this joke from 57 other people.

[@Easyslush]

@@jeremypifer8440 I bet you felt good writing that. Good for you...

[@diabeto62]

It’s 14/8 into 12/8 into 7/8

[@santiagomino8879]

Yeah the whole álbum is almost a 4/4

[@hikeymoblackout8528]

That's why he's front and center at every concert.. You're there to listen to perfection👌

[@MagnusTHEWILL]

It's hard to even mention Tool without sounding like a fanatic. I am in no way a believer in organized religion, but when I was first introduced to their album Lateralus in my headphones during a mushroom session, there was no doubt in my mind that there was some higher intelligence involved channeling through these guys, communicating directly with my soul, lifted me up like a child and cleansed it from accumulated shit and turned me in to a whole new person! Thank you Tool for saving my life and to all who help their music reach out to even more souls!

[@mrsultraviolet8564]

Lateralus on shrooms... yeah, that's a religous experience no doubt! Did you know lateralus the song is based on and about the fibonacci sequence!?

[@jcughan]

“I felt like that happened way too quick” - How I feel after every Tool concert. And why I have to go to every Tool concert that I can. Addicted.

[@shaunc4602]

100

[@ReaLibro]

And A Perfect Circle and Puscifer..........

[@bobsvilla4168]

How pathetic you are. "Have to go to every TooL concert" Baaaa Baaaa

[@raijinoflimgrave8708]

Now there's the 2022 tour 😍

[@jcughan]

@@raijinoflimgrave8708 Have my tickets :)

[@strikebreed7697]

Tool will change the way you view all of existence. We're lucky to be here at the same time as this band.

[@kellysharp-southernplanner2368]

My first experience was at 17 front row undertow tour and the flaming lips opened I’ll never get tired of listening to TOOL daily. Being in front of Maynard singing Sober and Prison Sex was amazing and Crawl Away was just everything.

[@MrTarheelAZ]

And, for the record, Danny is lovingly referred to as the OCTOPUS.

[@arcovius6175]

Danny Long Legs lol

[@slanderman3296]

Him and dr octagon should make a album

[@shaunpfaff4574]

Rocktopus

[@kendroification]

Been thinking that exact term to myself every time I watch a clip of him doing his thing....not of this world type of display..the whole band is a once in a generation ..cosmic .. divine even ... meeting of minds and souls.

[@kendroification]

@@shaunpfaff4574 lol..indeed

[@ellennesnetrom3779]

He plays drums as an INSTRUMENT, not just time keeper!! And everyone in Tool is incredibly gifted! They're true artists😳😳😳🥰🥰🥰🤢♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@jmblaudun1293]

So true what you said about playing it like an instrument. And yes, they are true artist.

[@benjihollister]

bro when you see them live you never want it to end! damn near spiritual experience

[@dt90891]

With mushrooms it is the best spirit Fixer known to man.

[@indianboy72]

I have played drums for 41 years. A lot professional. He has just impeccable timing and true creativity when it comes to the craft. The thing about drumming is it’s a long road to get to that level. Just like any other thing. That feeling on stage is awesome, I miss it. It’s like without sex responsibility. Thank you for showing that perspective. I don’t think people understand how hard these artists work to bring you great music.

[@Sab_MJsMama]

I don't think most drummers get to this level. He's not only gifted but disciplined and you can tell he genuinely lives to drum.

[@jez_77]

@@Sab_MJsMama And has an almost inhuman ability to play polyrhytms, I think that his ability to play a different time signature with all his limbs is something that you can't really train

[@bohansenboh]

@@jez_77 you can totally train to play different time signatures with different limbs but it's a long hard arduous fucking journey and it takes a lifetime of dedication. I can play 6/4 with my left at a moderate tempo while stroking a 4/4 meter with my right hand, but incorporating the kick is where i'm running in to user error. Honestly tho, it's not something you do for adoration or fame or whatever. I can't stop drumming (to the dismay of my loved ones) and that type of dedication to the craft of drumming is my reason to get out of bed in the morning. I think it takes that level of crazy to drum on Danny's (I'm not there) level. Drumming every day, 4 hours, if I can, but, at least every day drumming. If a kit isn't available working on my sticking, drumming on my knees or any bit of furniture. I think that's what it takes.

[@info.williamharris]

@@bohansenboh Definitely a long hard journey, but absolutely possible. I am a self taught drummer (drumming for 20 years) only recently did I start to unlearn all the bad habits from my teenage years. I only get to practice a meager 15-30 minutes each day but have been relearning rudiments and practicing poly rhythms. Getting closer and closer each day to both arms being equal, but still nowhere close to Danny Carey's level.

[@bohansenboh]

@@info.williamharris Amen to that brother. You don't really think about it as a teenager but a lot of the songs you've learned in emulate aren't necessarily very technical, and before you know it it's quite easy to get stuck in that rut. But all you can do is try harder next time. Cheers to unresolved goals.

[@mikemonette2042]

When it comes to bands, there's TOOL, then there's everyone else. Simply phenomenal.

[@craigaulenback4862]

Couldnt have been said any better. Amazing in the studio. More amazing live. Tool has been my favourite band since 93. Absolutely brilliant music.

[@MahatmaGumbi]

Yup

[@DerHerrMitR]

When it comes to bands, there is King Crimson, without whom Tool wouldn't exist, then there's Tool.

[@onelove101unity]

@DonJuan LeBron Lol. Good joke.

[@07foxmulder]

Jesus, Tool fans are beyond obnoxious lol

[@-TRIAD-]

What is most impressive you asked, the fact he plays 4 different time signatures at the same time 🤯🤯 and they aren’t the same time signatures the band is playing 😎 this is elite, 🐐 level. 🐙🐙

[@mdh6977]

Hell yes!!!

[@wolfhart1444]

Melts my brain every time I watch this 🤯

[@J-B0NE]

I'm telling the Trash Talkers you're cheating on them 🤣🤣

[@-TRIAD-]

@@J-B0NE 😱😂😂😂😂😂

[@richardchacon1330]

It’s all about the time signature. Without Carey keeping the 14/8 time, tool is lost.

[@bradleyr.8198]

Hay. Im watching because I love Tool.. but I'm subscribing because of your amazingly kind words in the beginning of the video. It is good to see somone start off there videos with love. Thank you.

[@baruchgoldberg6280]

You pronounced Pneuma correct. It means “of spirit.” Tool has actually been around since late 1980s became big in 1991. They’re evolving & still going strong. Amazing band must see live after covid ends. They were coming to Miami AAArena in April but everything shut down.saw them at Coachella but wanted to see them at smaller Arena show.., this guy is one the best drummers out there. Notice how he goes on par w singer

[@mattberry7057]

I can’t tell you how excited I am that you’ve finally had your first Tool experience. Probably my all-time favorite band. Got my Spotify 2020 “wrapped” this week, and I’m in the top 0.5% of their listeners (not bragging 😂). I love that they’ve continued to move into a more prog-metal style with all the 10-15 minute songs on Fear Inoculum (I’m an attorney, and I always listen to this album whenever I need to really concentrate on work, as it has a calming effect that helps me focus).

[@carlosandresramirezv]

0,5%er here too. A

[@telephonic]

I can't stop listening to that album.

[@control2XS]

how do you see what % of their listeners you are in?

[@carlosandresramirezv]

@@control2XS I'm not sure. I just got it in my Spotify Wrapped 2020.

[@alejandro3702]

I was in their top 1% of listeners, gotta get onto your level next year!

[@sarafrey3163]

This is your first Tool!!!! You will never forget this moment😁. Welcome to the greatest band ever!

[@GearsOfCake]

The part at 3:09 where his left hand gets progressively louder and then quieter in volume whilst the right hand stays constant is pretty high level yet subtle

[@constanceskalecki4928]

One of my favorite parts!

[@Daniel-xu6kd]

Love that!!

[@Daniel-xu6kd]

Happy to see someone else say that!

[@Magnumscrotus]

Ehh not that high level but it is a good testament to his knack for creating awesome atmosphere.

[@wombat2248]

Also at the same time right may be playing 5 beats in the bar over 5 drums or over 4 drums ! While the left is in 4/4 alternating between 2 and 3 drums it boggles the mind. I needed to slow it down and have lost count of plays to see what he's doing.

[@Drumaier]

To me the most impressive thing about his playing is that you see him playing and all the sudden a human feels more dependable than a machine. Authority, fluidity, and precission...the what and the how are one. I think this guy and Carter Beauford are my favorites ATM.

[@deanfranzone133]

Just read your reply….absolutely right on the money. Danny and Carter are the best right now. I’ve seen TOOL 6 times over the years and Dave Matthews Band over 40 times. It all starts with the drummers. Peace

[@petebarbarino2590]

My man, you just witnessed the best band ever created.... period!!!

[@JC-hg4oc]

Facts

[@jjones797]

You know it’s good cuz homeboy got stank face the whole time. Now he just gotta check out YYZ live by Rush and he’ll come full circle.

[@wendylynn3607]

😂😂😂

[@32Omicron32]

Is it a.... Perfect Circle?

[@coop6436]

Danny did a tribute to Neal Peart during their last tour in 2020 which was cool. I love Tool much more than Rush but Peart was a big influence on Danny so they’re both hall of famers in my mind

[@williambrookings722]

Not everyone "gets" Tool, but man seeing you get taken away like that 😲 you are blessed to "get it" straight away! You have a great journey of discovery ahead of you with this band believe me!

[@allglorytogod12]

A friend introduced me to them in mid-90's. I didn't "get" them. But with headphones and at the proper volume, I did. So, whenever someone tells me they think Tool is just ok, I simply tell them to turn it up...volume is critical especially in the beginning.

[@StaYcalm3]

For 20 years I've been screaming for people to listen to Danny Carry. So even tho ur not a drummer you definitely picked a good one. Hes the best drummer alive today In my appinion.

[@Badgerman494]

There are only two people I'd put anywhere near Danny Carey in terms of skill, specifically within the metal genre, and that is Tomas Hakke of Meshuggah, and Mario Duplantier of Gojira. And even then, as good as they are, they aren't as good as Danny.

[@izanyzam5308]

AHHHHHHH YESSSSS GRAMMMMMMMMAR

[@jda4874]

@@Badgerman494 I’d add Phil Selway to that list. But Danny is still better.

[@davidschaeffer9481]

Right... YOU were the one screaming for others to listen to Danny. Yeah. Danny had nothing to do with it. Please. 😒 Well... Congrats. Your prayers were answered.

[@Radtastical]

Subscribed for the intro. I needed to hear that bro. I'm not doing okay right now. Thank you. Much love from Moore, Oklahoma.

[@Raidur7215]

You can tell Danny loves to play this song, but is happy when its over.

[@oswaldgutenberg2985]

He definitely has the most difficult job in the group when they play live. He has to be consistent or they wouldn't work. been lucky enough to see them three times across 20 years and he's an absolute machine.

[@GerardYoder]

@@oswaldgutenberg2985 Only had the chance to see them once (10,000 Days tour), but he was metronome perfect the whole show.......that dude is a machine!

[@carlosportillo2781]

You are in for a pleasant surprise with Tool. Spiral out my friend!

[@kbh657]

WAAAH WOO WAH WOO WAAWW WOO!

[@Nanipu83]

“Keep going...

[@TSPH1992]

Sometimes you need to learn to swim

[@riz3310]

Always out, toward growth and metamorphosis.

[@dylandlp19]

The fact that he can change the volume between each hand at will is super impressive. He knows just how hard to hit each note to make give the desired effect. He's the goat 🐐

[@-TRIAD-]

🐙🐙🐙🐙

[@andrewweiss1301]

GOAT!!!! Nobody can match him.

[@chadron44]

His ability to play complex polyrhythms is unmatched, and probably the most impressive part. On top of that, he has tremendous power, precision, and speed, but uses them all tastefully. He uses a variety of tones and textures, has great dynamics, and is extremely creative.

[@jeffkarabinchak6329]

Danny Carrey will get a basketball Jersey for the city he’s playing in! Pretty much every show. Plus’s he’s a huge dude! Disabled Vet Dad from NJ

[@kevingipe6923]

a video just like this is how I originally heard of tool probably 7 years ago, now they are my favorite band of all time and danny is the GOAT

[@Sweeneytv]

alternative title: man bobs head in rhythm with an amazing drum performance

[@MykFroopy88]

Starting with the masters class? Welcome to the Tool Army

[@dallesamllhals9161]

Army? You sure TOOL like that term?

[@e.r3196]

@@dallesamllhals9161 that’s what they call the members of their website.

[@dallesamllhals9161]

@@e.r3196 Oh dear :-( ..didn't know that..guess I'm not fan enough....do like (Deutsch) cookies though ;-)

[@AndyBondage]

@@dallesamllhals9161 At least it's not the "Tooljugend" ^^

[@dallesamllhals9161]

@@AndyBondage He..yeah. Just like Rammstein IS a neoNazi band! :-P

[@brianjustbrian7216]

There are like 12 reactions to this video. Let me sum up all of them. "How the FUCK!"

[@alementary4065]

Neal Peart and Danny Carey are the two best rock drummers of all time.

[@inthedream9127]

Word! 🤙

[@chrislloyd4984]

I love that you save your comments for the end, and don't constantly pause the video to comment. Also the look on your face watching Danny play was priceless! I've watched this video many times and it still blows me away.

[@forty6andzwei]

'Pushit'. I caught Tool in 1992 along with Pearl Jam, Nirvana and Rage Against the Machine. Rage and Tool caught my ear because of how different they were. Tool caught my ear differently first because of Maynard's voice and power. And then I listened again... The whole bands 'cohesiveness' was on a different level, how they played their own parts, but to each other. And I listened a little closer. When their second album came out, I was intrigued by the extended intros (4° comes to mind), and the build up. When their third album came out, that second drum solo on Pushit blew my mind! '46&2' was another one along with 'Eulogy'. But definitely check out 'Pushit', and then listen again.

[@matthewv789]

I like how you start right off with such a positive message!

[@alexritter8361]

I’m just a drummer here to confirm to everyone that Danny Carry is in fact a god.. that is all

[@DanielAlbig]

I agree. But then there's Joey Jordison.. it's a toss up for me.

[@NastyNate18B]

@@DanielAlbig They both are good at different types.

[@brendancarle4900]

It makes me wanna quit playing every time I watch it lol

[@joshuanorvell1396]

@@DanielAlbig Joey was great for a mortal, Danny descended from the heavens to inspire such greatness from the mortals

[@jmblaudun1293]

As a percussionist, I totally agree.

[@capten_pickles4869]

Dude this the 1st time you heard tool !??!?! My man you got some listening to do man

[@bhelliom3]

This was such a clickbait ass title I avoided this video for so long, but I’m finally here cuz I’ve watched all the other reactions to it 😂

[@mattberry7057]

It’s about time James reacted to Tool in some way. Now it’s time to react to the following: “Lateralus” “The Grudge” “Forty Six & 2” “Eulogy” “Stinkfist” “Ænema” “Schism”

[@rasol136]

+ Parabol / Parabola

[@barrybarry8564]

you know what's wild is if you listen to 7empest and focus on the drums. it's always left off these lists, I think because of how wild it is that Adam is finally just shredding on the guitar. But in the background you hear danny go absolutely nuts for almost the entire song haha

[@lynettep9309]

The grudge makes me feel things despite being dead inside!!! Even after all these years...

[@RobertKreegier]

Yup, it’s the reactionist way. There are a list of Tool songs he is automatically obligated to react to now. It is the way.

[@whiteh2okayaker748]

Rosetta Stoned 🤘

[@r2Kd0ugernaut]

"i kinda don't want it to end" is a feeling you will forever have knowing that you'll never hear this for the first time ever again.

[@jaredmaciej1821]

Can’t get enough of Tool! Greatest band of all time

[@beetlejuice9208]

Me before clicking.......Rome's not ready...... The trance he falls in is priceless I love this cause I'm reminded of the emotional rollercoaster I rode the first time listening to this. Thank you for sharing Rome it never too late to start the drums

[@Blurggg]

even more impressive when you realize he's 60 yrs old.

[@nickmagrick7702]

5:36 "oh my god" I love it when they think Tool has just played to the limits of their ability and its not even close.

[@robertsgarlata7552]

Every reacter when the ad comes up: NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

[@MAWaterston]

Imagine having your first time hearing this masterpiece be the same time you get to watch Danny play it live. My head would have exploded.

[@Jalanko13]

Mine did! I saw them in Sydney last year, and it was my first TOOL concert (given how infrequently they come here lol). The whole experience was magical from start to finish. If I hadn’t known the words, I honestly wouldn’t have known when one song started and one ended. It was brilliant.

[@matthewgodding777]

I took a couple of old raver friends to see the Lateralus tour in London. They didn't listen to rock or metal at all, hated it and only really went clubbing to funky house music. Or deep house. Transfixed was the best explanation of their experience. One walked out saying it was the best show he'd ever seen

[@zeedevel7141]

He's a Cyborg, I'll never forget my first Tool show when Danny Carey starts playing, it's euphoric, gave me the chills

[@rogerjrusa]

“I kinda don’t want it to end.” -James, and Tool fans the world over since they discovered the band.

[@jahread3322]

“What’s the most difficult impressive part?” “Yes”

[@jamesbishara2990]

It’s the section between 0 and 11:53.

[@DaveTaste]

Original

[@Drewg351]

Dude, the way you set up the full screen with your reviews is the BEST I've seen anywhere. PLEASE keep doing it this way. Best look on KZbin. Great Job!!!!

[@Robert_Herring]

The subtleties are where the real drummers, and all musicians in general, shine. Going full on is impressive, but being able to connect musically at small things takes more skill and practice.

[@jaygerlach6884]

The use of dynamics, is where you see professionals like Danny Carey really separate themselves from the rest of the pack.

[@thomasdinkelspiel1098]

100

[@klonczie]

Fun Fact: Tool doesn't use click tracks, Danny is The metronome

[@OGStinkywizzleteats]

Danny Carey makes me wish that I played the drums. I love watching videos of him playing with kids at different band camps. He must be a pretty cool dude to spend his free time doing that.

[@jazzad]

"remember to always stay motivated, everything is possible with practice." * watches Danny Carey * * Gives up the job *

[@justanaveragegamer9744]

Danny makes me want to go buy a drum kit and set it up with the intention of learning how to play, then grab a can of petrol and burn it to dust cause I’ll never make it to his level!! Lol

[@lilscrydvl]

Every time I watch this video of Carey, I break out in chills. Welcome to the rabbit hole my friend!

[@brandonc7625]

First thing I noticed is when the break hit you actually immediately knew the polly rhythm timing and were bobbing your head on point well done.

[@wombat2248]

Scrolling through the comments and your the first I see who mentions polyrhythms 👍Danny has a mastery of. He has a level of limb independence all drummers strive for but few reach this.

[@100proofcrew]

Danny Carey has a clause in his rider that the arena where he is playing has to give him a custom jersey for whatever team calls that arena home

[@gerrysayong1530]

Glad you did this. I'm a drummer and Danny is my absolute favorite today. Influenced me for sure. That Boston Jersey he's wearing my gf have him when we saw them in Boston. We had VIP and sat front row center. The best concert experience of my life and I've literally seen hundreds of shows throughout the years. Dig the channel, keep up the good work. Peace.

[@roosdad1]

The difference between a "Percussionist", and a "drummer" is World's apart. Danny Carrey = Percussionist!

[@toothlesswonder5557]

Thank you! I've been saying this for YEARS!

[@JMSwonger32]

Danny Carrey is an octopus

[@JayA-do2od]

Hes a perdrumminist

[@HoffaJedi]

Danny is prettmuch the lead guitar lol

[@schwartzcl]

A master of the percussive arts!

[@davidhewitt9412]

Carey is a master at polyrhythms. That's what you were hearing.

[@Ogt92]

You just got the best possible introduction to the best band ever to live with the GOAT drummer. I am a good drummer that can cover a few Tool songs. Danny is the most creative drummer ever. I'm very happy for you to get to go on the Tool journey, your life has now changed forever. The #Toolarmy is coming for you!! Subbed for Tool! Peace!

[@neab1320]

Danny Carey is hands down the best drummer ever react to the grudge by tool if you haven't already!

[@dowogenesthedog7186]

Danny is nearing 60 years of age, and he is still one if the fastest drummers on the planet. Fir sheer skill, I'd put him as number 1 rock drummer if all time. He is like Bill Bruford on steroids.

[@jaydiveley5766]

The “subtle” part you like is called a polyrhythm. And for him to keep it up as long as he did is amazing

[@alexevertsen4283]

At first I was annoyed cuz the title cover straight up said “Is he good?” but then I skipped to a random point and he was vibing and i’m satisfied.

[@aryanyeoh2606]

"I kinda dont want it to end"...

[@constanceskalecki4928]

I’ve been binge watching it for a few days. It is the most mind blowing musical talent I’ve ever had the pleasure to watch.

[@Max-dd4ow]

I’ve been binge watching it too It’s so mind blowing that I can’t stop watching

[@hadtocheathimtobeathim6549]

I listen to this on my jammin car stereo every day

[@shawnpritchard366]

Danny Carey is proof that Aliens walk among us.

[@PastorOfMuppets74]

Once again...TOOL FUCKIN RULES

[@navaops]

I’ve been a tool fan since 93 first seeing them live in 94, it was so fun to watch you and your reactions to seeing Danny play for the first time!

[@nemesis9022]

Him and the bass player are so tight in this with those time signature changes.

[@Spaztiq]

Welcome to Tool. You've begun a glorious adventure into sonic bliss. I envy your virgin ears.

[@dianeanderton3987]

It's such a beautiful thing to watch someone hear tool for the first time. Especially someone from the younger gen. You're reaction was priceless young man. I also love how you listened to the whole song before giving your view. Subbed!

[@kuibinaruto123]

Man the most diffcult part of the song is the entire song hahahaha just the time changes blow the mind of any drumer 😂😂

[@Andrew46_2]

Saw Danny playing ticks and leeches like 15 years ago live and I still haven't recovered.

[@mdh6977]

Carey is the beast of time, timing and time signatures, period... Edit: hey dude, great reaction btw

[@vonDichthofen]

Disagree. Thomas Haake of Meshuggah is superior in my eyes.

[@mdh6977]

@@vonDichthofen just checked em out... yep, good shit... voice is a little distracting from the music tho... ever listen to a band called magma??? you might like futura

[@vonDichthofen]

@@mdh6977 will definitely check em out :)

[@speedball10169]

Neil Peart was just as good, if not better

[@raidensama1511]

@@speedball10169 that’s 🧢

[@davidbailey6397]

Yeah,Danny Carey is considered one of the best in the world. One of his mentors and influences,Neil Peart of the band Rush,was considered The best rock drummer in the world. Peart passed away this year. If you like drumming ,Carey is a trip to watch.

[@StefBelgium]

You consider hil as one of the best. But there are many others that you probably never heard about. Tbh, I ve heard much better and much more accurate drummers. He s good but he is not in top 10. In this single live song he did several rythm mistakes.

[@richmerrill3940]

His facial expressions make it all worth it. Cool video.

[@w.j.christophe8779]

NOOMA. You said it correctly.