NAMM 2018 | Plini & Simon Grove Live At The Dunlop Booth

Winter NAMM 2018 delivered on its annual promise of gearheads, music aficionados, and top musicians for a four-day feast of exciting sights and sounds.
The crew at the Dunlop Booth were proud to play a part, and while we were there some very talented friends dropped by to sample some of Dunlop’s new gear for 2018-the MXR Sugar Drive, MXR Carbon Copy Deluxe Analog Delay, the Way Huge Pork & Pickle Bass Overdrive & Fuzz, Dunlop Strings, and more.
PLINI has over the years proven himself a true guitar virtuoso by way of his compositions and collaborations. His fretboard wizardry is joined here by his fellow Australian countryman SIMON GROVE, a respected session player, producer, and composer in his own right.
For more information on Plini please visit:
www.plini.co
/ plini
For more information on Simon please visit:
/ simon.grove.94
Very special thanks to companies that lended us their gear to use on our stage:
Bogner Amplification, www.bognerampli...
Mesa/Boogie Amps, www.mesaboogie.com
QSC Live Sound, www.qsc.com
Supro Amps, suprousa.com
Aguilar Amplification, www.aguilaramp...
Milkman Sound, milkmansound.com
Genzler Amplification, www.genzleramp...

[@withincellsinterlinked6694]

Came for the Plini, stayed for the Grove

[@galanmoore]

keep in mind that that is all quintuplets over the underlying 4/4 time signature. Start the tune over and count 1-2-3-4-5

[@haikpetrosyan205]

твоя правда

[@matt2362]

@@galanmoore ok

[@chickenpermission1656]

You know it's pretty real when the bass player starts playing chords

[@jaakkoikkela-koski3218]

That bass sound with chords is just something else

[@DroneCorpse]

Plini's melodies always sound like he's covering a saxophonist who's covering a Plini song.

[@vomitoriumbassist]

Sid R. Haha!! Hilarity man!

[@Seb-Venturer]

Sid R. Hahaha, that was truly brilliant!!! :D

[@shawarmaplate]

Hahaha

[@nano7586]

That would end up in an infinite circle, holy!!

[@matthewyimyam3334]

Sid R. He dropped a track today that just happens to have some great saxophone

[@JosiahClelland]

NEVER KNEW HOW MUCH OF THIS WAS BASS damn

[@xlaythe]

yeah i know right! it'd be great if they didn't stomp on its nuts volume wise in the mix, especially considering it swaps lead parts at times.

[@shacharmaor7332]

B A S S

[@VictorTarela]

When I saw Plini live, I was truly impressed with Simon and his bass tone. Really one of the most powerful and deep bass tones out there, and Simon is also one of the greatests

[@infernapeDLS]

whats the name of this song??

[@Morrowman17]

D.L. Saro handmade cities

[@imlacsina]

I know how good Plini is, but I'd give Simon the credit for this track.

[@Pughhead]

What does that even mean? Did Plini not write this track?

[@jerm4892]

Simon definitely kills on this track

[@FavoriteBananaTWO]

He means that bassline, it's so good

[@FavoriteBananaTWO]

Plini did compose the bass line though, he just doesn't play it

[@JGBDYT]

yeaah that bass line is really good.. but simon is off beat some time do quite some wrong notes

[@manroopaf2295]

Plini is so humble he even helped paint the wall behind em before the gig

[@KrishnaSingh-bh6sm]

😂

[@TheDrsalvation]

I'm a bassist, and all I want is a guitarist that looks at me the way plini looks at simon at 0:23

[@xlaythe]

Never gonna happen. You're just a lowly bass player. "why's your guitar missing strings?" they say. "Oh that's cause its easier than regular guitar." You will also never lose your virginity.

[@xlaythe]

ignoring my previous comment.... why is simon that low in the mix? its fucking stupid

[@TheDrsalvation]

@@xlaythe hahahahaha, for some reason youtube never told me about your reply. I agree with that too tho, Simon was hard to listen to

[@tallmantactics66]

Lmao

[@tallmantactics66]

Roman Arriaga good sport!

[@tipston3366]

David Maxim Micic in the audience enjoying the show

[@ashaankperiera165]

Simon Grove is so dang phenomenal like, that's god's grace right there.

[@xlaythe]

Yeah but (unsurprisingly) too quiet in the mix

[@jon.yama-otoko]

@@xlaythe When I saw them live this year that certainly wasn't the case. Simon's bass was HUGE in the mix. It was phenomenal!

[@djent_prog_core_guitarcovers]

2:45 Spock appeared

[@ProtoShredanoid]

Such a random comment. I love it LOL

[@jamesha175]

ha!

[@cv321cv]

Best Comment jajaja

[@jon.yama-otoko]

LMAO

[@malamute8257]

3:07 Plini is certifiably from outer space

[@ryanprivitera3019]

0:38 guy in the background getting his funk on

[@alancota5990]

Ryan Privitera LoL xD!

[@969dramstik]

@Garegh62 ok

[@ryanprivitera9696]

@@969dramstik lol rite??

[@SpartanLaserCanon]

Looks like Mike Dawes, but idk for sure if it is ahahahh.

[@brisbrg5179]

@Garegh62 having a bad day or something?

[@jacklennon3249]

I love how melodic Grove’s bass parts are and have lots going on, they’re never boring or just in the background

[@ExoShaman]

Saw these guys open up for Animals As Leaders in LA. T'was a glorious experience.

[@Japanknees]

Saw the same thing but in leeds, UK. Not quite as fancy but yeah......

[@selchukbiricik6126]

Animals as leaders should be open up for these guys actually

[@funyun000]

Plini is from the Upside Down.

[@2bitanalyst39]

funyun000 hardly

[@thorwampler8840]

Haha 69th like!

[@JakobStrand]

It´s called Australia.

[@malcolmh5736]

But they're not mouth breathers.

[@rozanshoryoha]

at 0:36 the long hair guy behind simon, definitly a bass player

[@arindammahanta2736]

Grooving to the bassline

[@Sora-o]

Jeez I actually thought that was a girl lul.

[@yagoovirus2751]

I mean do you even need to be a bass player to groove

[@versalgraphics]

we all do that while listening to that section

[@luanviiegas]

this video makes me wanna put my feet into a bowl of warm water

[@pranavgovil2720]

What?

[@flamulated]

do it!

[@Totone56]

I honestly think this is one of the best pieces ever written and played on a guitar. And the bass is amazing too.

[@vomitoriumbassist]

That bass sounds awesome!

[@xlaythe]

Yeah! but wouldnt it be awesome if they made it as loud as its supposed to be in the mix, especially considering that it swaps out for lead parts at times. It's just silly to have him being simultaneously supported but stomped on by the guitar.

[@Morrowman17]

xlaythe that’s why I just watch simons video play through :)

[@rdxj]

I love these guys. I've listened to this album a hundred times, and the previous EPs just as much. This performance was great, but I couldn't help but smirk a bit when Simon botched the bass solo a little. I've never seen him make a mistake in any video I've watched. I guess he really is human and not an animatronic bass-playing machine! (He also landed on his feet wonderfully. As a bass player who loathes solos, I definitely wouldn't have recovered well.) I also adore the moment they made eye-contact and grinned at 3:55. These guys are the best. THE BEST.

[@MrSulfurMustard]

Simon looked a tiny tad nervous, don't you think? And, I concur. They are THE BEST. Cheers.

[@RowanAldridge]

I love that eye contact moment as well. The bromance is real.

[@saharsharora3912]

They are so in sync they look away at the same time lol

[@rdxj]

Rowan A, super real. Just two guys doing what they love and having a blast doing it together.

[@rdxj]

Do I really need to say that I could not care less what you think I sound like?

[@giominor88]

What an amazing bassist.... I love it when he plays with David Maxim Micic.

[@sheldoncooper8199]

What a beautiful guitar tone

[@Parkerdeal]

That bass line kills me every time.

[@xlaythe]

too bad its quieter in the mix than it should be :/

[@captainpiefox9133]

Saw plini live with tesseract, and I dont think there has ever been a better live show. Period

[@RudyAyoub]

Captain Pie Fox did you soil your pants

[@mete7701]

@@RudyAyoub probably

[@zackperkins6107]

Handmade cities is the track.

[@JakobStrand]

More like Simon Groove.

[@xlaythe]

Yeah now if only they didn't turn him way down in the mix.

[@maddyv3653]

I swear in all these videos you can see david maxim micic in the audience

[@joeyspider]

the songs sounds and peace oh his art es increible.... makes me cry... and full me with peace.... thanks for put this video here man.... PLINI AND SIMON ARE THE BEST IN THIS ERA

[@joeyspider]

ONE FRIEND DO A PART OF A SONG OF PLINI.... IF THE PEOPLE WANT PASS FOR MY CHANNEL

[@astraluniverse5928]

This guys got the perfect bro vibes and chemistry between them. Also, Simon giga based guy.

[@ElliotRose]

Came for the Plini, stayed for the Simon.

[@xlaythe]

its too bad they put simon as quiet as he is. Even being drowned out during his lead parts.

[@sdiabr6792]

Not only a kick ass bassist But also a great sound engineer

[@V8LC100]

Plini rocks!

[@harrisonmccoll1093]

Also Simon

[@xlaythe]

but the bassist is total fucking garbage, he may as well have not even been there *eyeroll*

[@eztimesaverz]

Bass playing: fucking epic. Plini: dont know what I respect more - his playing or that he is comfortable wearing those trousers

[@wutherer]

Blown away! The sound, the licks man so refreshing!

[@wutherer]

Simon man your my new favorite bass player, buttery smooth man toooo smooooottthhh

[@yagoovirus2751]

That bass tone is a dirty killer

[@musicman700]

Did not know that Johny Bravo plays bass that well!

[@extremelifeandlarydean1894]

Simply amazing! Just phenomenal!

[@markschimmoller3402]

NAMM Brought the future with them this year. Nice! Fresh...new take on melodies and chord forms.

[@h0zzle327]

These guys make the best duo. Great job Plini and Simon as always!

[@BigMikeGuitar]

Fantastic beautiful performance - I loved it!

[@kashv.k2797]

Simon Grove? I think you "Simon Groove"👌🖤

[@someguywithaphone5921]

Had no idea the bass was played. Impressed.

[@rithikvalsan9924]

Simon Grove is an unsung hero!!

[@devinaxtman6171]

Love the layering, and the melodic playing. Simon is a beast player. I watched Mohini Dey play that part at 3:25 in San Pedro, and she looked in pain lol. Dude just plays effortless.

[@Ruudis9er]

Are you kidding me?? These guys are awesome, look forward to hearing more. Thanks Plini and Simon.

[@danielwalker6230]

I love they way Plini sits, he is so relaxed 🐥❤

[@YMRGUITAR]

I can't hear the music over Plini's trousers, but I love the video. The bass in this track and the main melody on the guitar is fantastic.

[@littleredguitars2]

yes.

[@jscottvillanueva1172]

Excellent performance, Dunlop put out good videos.

[@rezleraz]

These years later, Simon at 2:30 still kills me...

[@hardtobearit]

just seeing david maxim micic in the corner enjoying the vibes

[@himel_islam]

the tone of the guitar is lit

[@IceyFlame500]

Wow that bassist is so good

[@Person-cv9dj]

They fit together perfectly

[@markopolo2224]

i absolutely love this

[@Ae-gu5zq]

Plini so chill with that little oopsie back there. If it were me I'd panic

[@markopolo2224]

where ? when ????

[@irmaztamal21]

At the start it sound like Steve Vai ...the riddle / the answer tune.

[@EXZACHTLYWRIGHT]

I’ve watched this about 10 times so far.

[@sdiabr6792]

1:30 simon's solo Just... *wow* !

[@guibra6292]

Uff que bueno es Plini con la Guitarra haha

[@jacobsss5827]

I love drop at 3:42

[@nurmanfitriantorosyadi1769]

Those bass tone, my god !!!!!

[@jcrysis86]

I spy a Way Huge Pork n Pickle! love that pedal just copped one myself!

[@OractheIII]

Brooo that friggin Bass grove! Loving it

[@MikaTarkela]

Awesome stuff! Would be cool to see Plini with Martin Miller.

[@Juventud2222]

At 1:08 woman pokes her head around to see the line-up and name of players blowing her mind. Later on a couple of other people poke their head around too once they see a crowd gathering.

[@AlisterTate]

saw Plini play this exact track just a couple days after this NAMM at an MI clinic. Wish Simon was there as well though, haha.

[@66fitton]

Holy!!! Next level!

[@zeppelinmexicano]

I learned something about Strandberg headless here, something about bass here, something about good jamming here. Not sure what. It will take a while to sink in, but that tremelo bar is certainly a great too in the right hands. Hand. Fingers. Ola, you out there? Great instruments. GREAT. Oh, this is a Dunlop thingie ...

[@zeppelinmexicano]

I wanted to edit "too" to "tool" but realized I don't know how to edit an existing post. Is this something you pay for? Bastards.

[@williamicp]

I'm ashamed I've never heard of Simon Grove. Holy shit :O

[@SuperLuckyCat7]

A-mazing❣

[@4ff3]

Love you guys.

[@CarlosDaniel-cz5oj]

Awesome, feeling.

[@letzrockitrite8469]

yay.... more please !!

[@itzn8bailey]

SIMON IS THE BEST BASS PLAYER ON THE SCENE RIGHT NOW. FO SHO

[@xlaythe]

They should probably turn him up in the mix. At least during his lead parts... annoying

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

nice.

[@IStabz]

great tones, great blend of talent.

[@thorwampler8840]

Saw these guys in Seattle, in was amazing!

[@isaakcallahan91]

Man I want plinis tone SO BAD

[@RyanJamesODonnell]

neuraldsp.com/products/archetype-plini/

[@BecketSolis]

a goddamn masterpiece

[@jasonkerr931]

Bass is on point!

[@Munshin]

Tobi Morelli from Archspire at 3:52

[@adityopratama7836]

Yup

[@gazza1252]

Sheer brilliance

[@Dmitry___S.]

3:08 - That's an amusing approach! *',:*D*

[@brooksbrandenburg3925]

That bass tone, holy shit.

[@mikevonhohenstein5587]

That was awesome

[@bradhienzachary]

Wonderful music!

[@gazza1252]

Plini you are a god.

[@caseylockwood5512]

0:39 ITS DAVID MICIC! We see you lurkin' David ;)

[@besserglik1]

beautiful

[@galanmoore]

Most listeners have no idea that this is 4/4 time signature with the instruments playing quintuplets. ie 5 eighth notes over 8 evenly. Listen closely and you'll here the 1-2-3-4-5

[@galanmoore]

It starts as a seemingly straight 4/4 but that's just a pretense LOL

[@jeremythornton433]

Amazing!

[@DiegoLopez-nn1ht]

0:40 that guy in the back hahahah feeling the unrythm

[@chrisn.4136]

Love it!

[@KirkWilson86]

This song is fucking beautiful!

[@naterift]

amazing!!!

[@TheDangerbreed]

Simon Grove. Nuff said

[@christophersleight19]

The simplicity of the tiny 2 chord pop then into the "Space Walk" response. It's still 4:4 time, right?

[@jimmydover1632]

amazing

[@danebeasley1860]

David in the crowd! x

[@joyang8238]

Simon Groove is a fucking God.