MY AUDITION VIDEO FOR PRIMUS - Mr. Know-All

[@tommythomas5970]

As a 62 year old bass player, I love you…. You share my ethic.

[@okayman81]

Ok that feels like when Les auditioned for Metallica. I LOVED IT!! oh wow

[@jeremyclark5259]

Les was kinna pissed when metallica said that to him. This dude's arms are bigger than my neck, so maybe you should tell him he hits too hard

[@Lannycakes42]

this is a perfect response to the work.. it feels too metal! great playing though

[@jessedorsettii9988]

Dude is a beast. He's got attitude, and what Primus is known for, it attitude. Dude looks "experienced" (yeah, that includes the Hendrix meaning), very strong, very fast, and probably has endurance AND he is seasoned by the looks of it. He's got my vote.

[@davidjmoore9972]

Mike Terrana is a well known Monster...Saw him at NAMM one year in a Plexiglas booth killin' it!...Knowing how this Biz works I can see Primus considering a proven Pro like Mike. Yeah, I know all the kids want a shot at it, But This Fella can play anything!

[@scottthroop6208]

I will never forget the first time I saw Mike on the drums. Way back, just before his Tony Mac Alpine days, I met him through my business partners at NAMM, and visited him at his home a few weeks later. He had a small 10x10 sound room built within his garage with his monster mirror gold drum kit filling it up, with just barely room to stand in front of it. Mike proceeded to go off on a solo with the 3 of us standing just inches in front of the bass drums. To witness an amazing drummer of that caliber up close where you can literally feel every note, and feel the breeze of his drum sticks was a once in a lifetime experience. It was like an intense choreographed fireworks finale during an earthquake, LOL!

[@davidjmoore9972]

@@scottthroop6208 right on.

[@nathanielnicholson559]

OH MY First one I've watched all the way through. Haven't heard this song in a long, long, long time. If this wasn't spot-on it sure nailed the song and all the key parts. Daaaaaaang! and subbed :) YES for Terrana!!

[@flyinpolack6633]

That was pretty awesome. Nice freaking kit man

[@xopherzenitram]

Most excellent. Best one I've seen so far. There's something to be said for age and decades of experience...👍👍

[@PauloRoldan]

A drumming powerhouse!

[@scottthroop6208]

Dr. F'n Spike tearing it up! Primus would really be missing the boat to pass up Mike! The skill, the showmanship, the experience, perfect fit.

[@waltervillalba1000]

Mr. Terrana, Primus fits perfectly on you

[@ronniek7748]

This guy is a beast! Any band in the world would be honoured to have him

[@felipezavala9370]

just imagine Primus with Mike Terrana on drums

[@thelapander]

Def not.

[@RobertSchnaggers]

Plz no, primus need a groover.

[@SergioRiccodesafiodos150dias]

Perfect

[@martinkovac4568]

Thats terrible idea.

[@BIGDADDYBALLZ420]

I’d rather not

[@proceramic7422]

that drummin will make you a gotdamn musical Terranasaurus, just like Mike! lol

[@wildmike951]

You are right...Jessie the Body Ventura ( Predator)....good one

[@kevincarey1453]

My favorite Primus tune. It's like Charlie Benante for 3 minutes, then Stewart Copeland moves in.

[@GarthWatkins-th3jt]

🤣🤣😂lol! Update: this comment may cause psychological whiplash injury to old farts like myself. The greatness of this comment.....wow!

[@okayman81]

That's an amazingly accurate description!! 😂

[@germarhoffmeister2752]

Hmmm, the boys should definitely check that out.

[@MartinBellamy.MBDrums]

Mike's in the HOUSE! So cool to see this

[@denzelsegura1515]

Man!!! I hope he wins this one, really want to see you in Primus!

[@craig7416]

Great Job Mike,,,,would be nice to see you get the gig

[@haroldseaman4243]

Remember being in tenth grade a band nerd and a paper boy lol!!! It took 4 pay checks to purchase Beginning Rock Drum vhs Mike had curly long hair wore the hell out of that tape 😊

[@theoman6718]

Very good. Adds character to the great drumming.

[@SirLogiano]

Just enough quirk. Plenty enough energy!!

[@donaldrorie5404]

Right on Badass ,tight

[@drummerHernan]

Level!"Mike legend!"

[@stevenbrowne116]

Uhhh, Mr.Terrana,you're hired.

[@danherman212nyc]

I love watching old dudes rock it out. Inspiring!

[@scottmcclements7566]

u know primus is old right.

[@DAD-kz2di]

Excellent as always, Mike.

[@DanyNMacF]

anyone know why Mike keeps switching bands?

[@paulfrederick8902]

I've seen several of these auditions and from one older guy to another (70 and play in a band) you definitely have "it'!

[@josefelix7313]

Perfect for Primus🤟

[@MrIh8hondas]

Definitely one of the best that I've seen (Felipe Azocar, aka Batafuko on youtube, being the other one), but then I don't know anything about drumming other than it's really hard, so my opinion means nothing. This is a man who looks very relaxed behind his kit though.

[@jacobkmet1577]

Now I've been a fan and follower of Mr. Mike T. Throw a set of octos and a gong bass Maybe few more splash and bells. Brother you be a nice fit Primus sux!

[@fabienlamour3644]

Simply just too strong for the league.....👊👊👊👊👊

[@g0s2355]

Awesome audition! You brought your own to this and nailed the groove. Good luck!

[@stevestutsman6593]

Amazing drumming brother. You deserve the gig

[@loumason6120]

That was tight as usual ur an inspiration MT

[@casanovafrankenstein8538]

Everyone's got Primus Fever since Herb left, hell I might even give it a shot! Great work, Mike

[@CR-ul6nx]

Definitly hitting hard enough for the job!

[@devildude64]

Just saw your Fb post and RACED here to see this!! AWESOME!!!! (bt-dubz...you just gained another subscriber!!)

[@spooktatorbob4867]

Brutha, you got those chops down for sure! Excellent drumming.

[@danlatulip4953]

Your drums sound great! Super heavy yet surprisingly punchy Video is awesome You have a future Rock on! 💪😎🤘

[@GarthWatkins-th3jt]

This savage IS the future.....future............. future, or whatever rhymes with eloquent🤪

[@ElArlequin]

Mike, Happy Holidays!

[@zcookie9272]

You'd honestly be the best choice for them 💯 good luck sir

[@metrodrumstv]

You ROCK Mike!

[@JaxSaxDrummerHire]

@miketerrana would not only be the most logical choice based upon his vast experience, precise execution of phrasing…even those intentionally “Primus” lackadaisical planned chaos…he’s a proven call drummer and what we call a seasoned road warrior, as being a touring drummer is mentally, spiritually and physically demanding. His fluency of reading/writing charts is top notch. He’s also helped directly mentor countless other drummer’s, musicians, techs and production staff. I would love to tech for Mike. It’s been 20 year’s, but it will be as if we haven’t skipped a beat…ghosts or grace 🥁🙏❤

[@Iamadrummer]

If you seriously want to be in Primus, they would be stupid not to take you. Definitely the best audition!

[@morbidmanmusic]

kinda rough on the double kicks though. not that it is easy.

[@nickentros]

100% this one just blew my mind. Teranna has the showmanship to keep up in Primus

[@ronniek7748]

@@morbidmanmusic I don’t follow what you’re saying. Where exactly are the rough spots lol

[@yittmashups]

​@ronniek7748 Many times the bass hit 'rolls' (and sometimes just normal kicks) are a bit sped up ahead of the beat , and just my opinion but there's way too much of the double bass going on. He's a great player, but if he would do less double bass activity and concentrate on 100% locking into the groove it'd be better.

[@MajykOyster666]

@@yittmashups Thank you. I can't fathom how anyone would say that's tight.

[@PiercingMetal]

Fantastic. Very much enjoyed this, best of luck if you're really auditioning.

[@flyingaxeman7343]

Great job , holy fricken mondo floortom! Love the cymbals too.

[@johnrincon9223]

Mike, I need you in my project…Bless you men, what a terrific cover and performance!

[@felipemillani8468]

Amazing playing sir. Had much fun watching.

[@luizfreire4609]

perfect !!!

[@Casketkrusher_]

Perfect fit for Primus.

[@RichardFriendartist]

sounds great!

[@brandonclement]

Taking it back old school with the Drum Craft 🤘

[@marceloplaza33]

Cuando tenga tu edad quiero ser como tú Mike, maestro!!

[@PatrickAbbate]

Awesome!!! 💪💪💪

[@roman0robert]

Very nice!

[@PoppaBadger]

In all honesty, I've watched many auditions and only a few have REALLY stood out as top contenders. I'm 53 yrs old, so I've been playing the drums for awhile, but I have an ear for special qualities that many people don't pay attention to and showmanship is definitely is one. You don't want to be over the top because you can't be because Les is the top and he's the lead showman during his concerts, so I'm looking for someone who will NOT try to outshine the boys, but will fit in and work with, and take direction from, others who have been a part of that scene for a long time. That being said, this fellow may be too "big" of a personality, because quite honestly, any drummer is going to be in the shadows of Les Claypool when a part of Primus (sucks). So, im guessing they're going to pick someone technical, with a fun but serious work ethic, who will do they're job, as required. This would be a gig i would not try out for. Good luck big guy!!!🫡👍🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@allenhebert6611]

Pretty damn awesome bro! Perfect fit! Rock on bro!

[@gregwalk3690]

Nice !!!! Excellent

[@kazu45rock]

Amazing!

[@wb1065]

Nice!

[@robertvillegas7472]

Hell yeah!!!🤙🏾👍🏾

[@dylsmith86drums]

Great song choice!

[@Treebot1]

BEAST

[@kirkcriner5418]

Perfection my man! Way to get after it

[@PoohshockOG]

I need a King Crimson drum cover after this!

[@NealVan]

I think you played great and I wish you the best of luck. What I was hoping is that drummers auditioning would do medleys of a few Primus songs as well as just some Freeform groove beats and fills. I think that would be the best demo if I were in their shoes trying to decide to who to meet in person. Just some thoughts.

[@paulfrederick8902]

I've seen some good ones but you're right there Bro!!

[@rhythmsaint73]

Yes sir !! Delighted to see doing this 👊🏼🥁☘️

[@Senortiger]

They should hire the Mighty Troll says the Sasquatch 🦍😁👍

[@mykneeshurt8393]

Great playing. Your snare seems so high but it clearly works for you.

[@freddierodriguez3036]

Great performance, timing on ride is on and off. Best wishes.

[@rdistephan]

This would be the right pick 💯

[@marianiviamonte3786]

Best wishes. I hope u get the job

[@javiermb6253]

Good luck 🤟🏻🤟🏻

[@NealHartsChannel]

Excellent!

[@52goldtop]

Damn dude, shit killed 💉

[@irise.8607]

yiiisssss bud!!!

[@johnweyers2685]

Nice! 😎 🥁

[@charliecontrino1626]

Hire this man! Awesome brother!

[@testalavera686]

Only you can be their drummer!

[@chrispiatch]

What an amazing song to choose.. freaking love this song..best of luck to you, sir! 🫡🤘

[@originalnickname6993]

Очень круто!

[@tiapan68]

Legend🤘🥁🔥

[@wilkinsnl]

They would be lucky to have you Mike.

[@RobertLeven-tw7zw]

Mr Mike the Spike, i wondered where the hell u have been. Good luck, dude

[@johng9828]

Bravo sir 👏

[@jeffreya-bomb7313]

Fantastic!

[@james9269-8n]

Mighty Mike your hired

[@Riddim4]

You totally killed that.

[@MichaelOsborne-z3s]

Go get em Mike

[@yyzsupra8338]

totally awesome! studio dude...and legit.

[@SnackRelatedMishap]

Solid!

[@bobule]

brutal!

[@jcdrums2798]

yessssssMike

[@bradharvy13]

Very good. Drums sounded off. But it's good if that makes sense, lol. Awesome man!

[@GustavoBarcellosP]

That's it guys. U just found your new drummer!

[@danielwitham1791]

Double kicks go out of time far too often for this to be considered, when compared to a couple of other pro drummers auditions. I was really hoping he'd absolutely kill it, but I'm not the only drummer who's picked up on the doubles going out of time along with some less noticeable things. Even non drummers should be able to pick up on it with a couple of listens. To good drummers it's not quite nails on a chalkboard, but it cuts rough. I wish he just didn't play so much double bass. Much of the song was absolutely fire. Some overplayed bits are brilliant, but being out of time and it being consistently the double bass, shows too much of a problem with a part of drumming that's a must for replacing Tim. Damn, I wish it wasn't so coz he obviously has good chops, experience and a sense of humour 😢

[@GustavoBarcellosP]

@@danielwitham1791 Wow! I'm impressed! Considering your profound knowledge of drums and music and also knowledge of what's better for Primus, i honestly ask you 2 simple questions:

[@Dale-wb9lz]

Nice Work! 👍

[@captianobvious9234]

Sick!!!

[@ElyoVito]

Nice chops