Nic Pettersen - Northlane - "Obelisk" Drum Playthrough

[@adammtroutman]

I love how you don't over fill. You play what sounds good, not what's technical or this or that. I like the style.

[@Onus6688]

Adam Troutman This ^

[@MickGEE86]

+Adam Troutman spot on. doesn't over drum. slickest style.

[@paucceri]

i love how his fills and embellishments are kind of linear - not too fast and gives the song a strange pulsating vibe. v nice

[@Jacksoncomplex]

+Adam Troutman his parts on discoveries had a fuck ton of fills, watch the corruption play through

[@adammtroutman]

+JacksonKdrums was specifically talking more for node, but yeah discoveries is all over the place

[@isaaccardin]

He plays to the song so well that its hard to even notice how bad ass he is when listening to the album. These drums videos are awesome

[@jefflang767]

Wish he would post one of these for every Northlane song. This is my favorite of his playthroughs and he one of my favs ever. I watch this very regularly haha. The crack of his snare in this does something to me lol

[@rhythm9913]

damn 3:00 guys, that hi-hat fill really blow me away, simple but too good

[@Ghostyfrost9688]

super smooth man

[@Chelseagrin_1994]

Still watching in 2016 and still makes me smile every time.

[@akiwooLive]

This drum mix is a lot better than the drum mix on the actual song

[@RandomlnternetGuy]

I was about to comment the exact same thing. Drums on the track sound so flat and quiet, kick is inconsistent and the cymbals are inaudible over the bass and vocals.

[@Jordanwatkins2]

IGoAFilms sad but true

[@blueskythinking4745]

Oh no here come the KZbin audio engineers...

[@blueskythinking4745]

But the sad part is that you're wrong..

[@Jordanwatkins2]

Brendon stacey u r wrong

[@adaws1121]

Seriously one of the most talented and creative prog metal drummers out there. His parts fit so well with the rest of the songs

[@ashwamuralidharan7435]

So technically advanced. The amount of control you have over the kit is amazing!

[@georgkasper259]

Teach me your ways, Sensei.

[@MarcTschopp]

+Georg Kasper *teach us.

[@anthonyrivera5078]

OR practice.But ya know just a suggestion.

[@Handles-R-Lame]

Anthony Rivera wise words, my friend.

[@jasonjackson3114]

and don't forget the Sunsilk

[@hivemind9321]

I don't dislike the vocals in the actual song, but the instrumental is just wayyyyy better

[@nostalgiajunkie]

Mike Clarke aka all northlane songs lmao

[@jacobbutler7942]

2:24 was so confusing, I expected you to swing way faster on the first hit of the time change. I admire your style, it really makes me feel the song. You're a musical genius, and a top inspiration to other drummers👍

[@k10007]

Phew, love the cymbal work and how you make all the accents fit so perfectly. Busy drumming doesn’t have to distract from the song’s atmosphere. Big props, my guy! Glad I stumbled here!

[@MarkLePage]

This is awesome. You've always been my favorite drummer. I can't wait for #Node!

[@simonscherer2821]

The hi-hat on 2:05 still unmatched🔥

[@zvezdavnutri]

Time in constant motion Like the shifting desert sands Slipping through my hands Chasing down the minutes That turn into days Seconds get shorter As years fall away Chasing down my dreams Under borrowed light A mirage in the distance Escaping my sight Driven to live or driven apart What's inside us when we depart Driven to live outside of regret Time is finite, the clocks are set Driven to live or driven apart I realize my flame is burning away Starward searching I will find my way The power of the mind ready to combust I will show you fear in a handful of dust Combust My flame is fleeting But I will live and learn Rise and burn, Tick and Turn Rise and burn Time in constant motion Like the shifting desert sands Slipping through my hands Driven to live or driven apart What's inside us when we depart Driven to live outside of regret Time is finite, the clocks are set Driven to live or driven apart Combust

[@kyleadams2781]

I take creativity over Eric Moore chops any day. A lot of people can drum like Moore, but nobody can drum like Nic. His detail is unmatched.

[@kodacisneros6859]

nic is one of my favorite drummers, and this, along with his other videos, is an example why. he just makes it seem so easy and plays so clean. keep it up man.

[@nicodias6685]

Nic, you became one of my favorite drummers right after the album Node wich became one of my favorite albuns. Great feeling. Beautiful work, man.

[@thefigure13]

The grooves in this song are unreal. Keen to have a crack at learning them.

[@BrettBDrums]

This is excellent, Nic! Your parts always rule!

[@wrouxmer]

one of my favorite drum videos ever

[@0alexpepper1]

Incredible mix + sounds. Top playing man

[@jandkwhite6459]

The definition of " in the pocket ". Just always on time. Love the band more than any other. Thanks Nic

[@Ricko333]

Love the way you play. So flawless and effortless but passionate too. You inspire my drum playing now. I wanna be like Nic

[@MW-pv7rm]

Just love this guys technique. Flawless and love the stick twirl

[@marcosdrum]

TAMA + Sabian = the perfect combination (to me) ! Amazing sound! Congrats!

[@derlokkas]

I really love the way Nic uses his cymbals to give emphasis on the music!

[@marcosarias220]

Goddamn!!!!! I love the way he plays the drums. Please do more Nic! Your playthrough are amazing!

[@florianbresslein5083]

Incredible sounding kit!

[@kyleadams2781]

When you can’t play a drummers writing, because you can’t simply duplicate their parts creativity, you know they the GOAT. seriously.

[@dannyboy765ify]

I want the instrumental version of this album so bad

[@FearTheReaPeRr]

But the vinyl and convert it to mp3

[@whipsy]

I got the digital instrumental of the album with the Node VIP tour package, but they reckon each one has been coded somehow as to be able to trace who owns it if it ever leaks

[@FearTheReaPeRr]

Yep. The audio equivalent of single pixel tracking. Put any track off the instrumental album through their specifically designed software and it'll instantly tell them the email address that specific file was sent too.

[@whipsy]

+FearTheReaPeRr and here I was thinking they bullshitted me. ha ha

[@SuperFingas]

Dude you are a drum god I love your style timing and choice of rhythms I'm a huge fan

[@thomaspetit9543]

Really amazing drumming man... Hope to see you live soon.

[@nl4life267]

All 3 albums were FLAWLESS! !!

[@christopherhansonp7262]

Great stick motion and movement very smooth

[@tatesiemens3045]

Nic... so many of these comments were from years ago and this is the first video I've seen from you. Damn you kick ads brother!! Fills are perfect as well as perfect timing with all of the other instruments. Keep it up man! I am a new fan!!

[@sw0rdia]

such a good performer, mad props nic

[@jlcragle]

Great play thru and agree that while the singing isn't bad, this is fantastic. Love the stick twirl without missing a beat at 3:44

[@glassmoosehead]

G.O.A.T …. You have inspired me to learn to play drums! Something I always vaguely wanted to do but after watching you play...well I'm finally starting! Best band best drummer everrrrrr

[@SeanK1998]

The amount of insane workouts i have listening to this this is a fucking masterpiece

[@JannisLAA]

Can’t we just clone nic and give every band that special something . You’re like the best drummer ever , that’s just the way it is .

[@epprevailed]

I'm glad you are still doing these, great sound!

[@marekdadokmusic]

So awesome...

[@JoshFieldhouse3]

I fucking love his creativity.

[@2378christian]

Amazing job truly amazing

[@rafaelxrafael]

you have a weird style of drumming, and THIS IS FUCKING AMAZING

[@mitchellmyers342]

Everything on his set sounds amazing. Nic is just amazing. He's pretty much my favorite. I just wasn't as blown away by his stuff on the new album as I was from their previous music. I wonder if it's because they decided to record the drums last...hmmm

[@giannixavierr]

I think that people forget that sometimes simple is better. Northlane was going for something different this album and I'm so pleased with the new sound to compliment the new Vocals/Vocalist. Everyone's a critic, but can't play a simple measure in this song alone. Brilliant.

[@adammtroutman]

Also, more videos would be amazing beyond belief.

[@Daami4]

este tipo compone obras de arte

[@AlexCrockett]

Always on point

[@NolanBellingerDrums]

He is so good!

[@Dungeon287]

I love all of Northlane's material with vocals but I think the music on it's own definitely appeals to me more. Great playthrough as well, and like others have said, you don't do what's unnecessary, you kept it simple and tight.

[@hugocapelobl]

you are one of the greats nic!

[@brienooy]

WHAT A SICK SONG AND DRUMMER!

[@thelucky0239]

he got his own style and groove.. I like this. subbing now

[@PepeChapadrums]

Amazing

[@LucasDrums]

Such a small kick drum and such a hugde, amazing sound!!! Awesome:)

[@caaio]

More please!

[@pablofernandez893]

i love you chabon you are a RE MASTER !

[@painlessly_bc]

The stick trick @3:44 is soooo fitting dude

[@rodcssilveira]

Humans doing incredible things... Amazing!

[@jamesirving3717]

Those hi hats in the beginning get me every time....

[@reisselpud]

AMAZING !

[@horizor]

great job

[@shadowmoses7794]

This sounds way better than the actual song that it is giving me the chills!

[@matthewvaccaro5276]

Amazing man, love what you write!

[@darmiajiwiratama4754]

I like it sound👍👍

[@j.howie4]

This drum playthrough’s so sick, I can’t stop watching it! How does he get that snare to sound like that?

[@landonjones8409]

Awesome cover man

[@gorehammer42o]

Ahh haha

[@Coldsoul616]

Nice I love northlane

[@JhakingDrums]

increíble el peso que tienes al tocar la Bateria Bro, Wow i like it 👌

[@KillYourDrums]

Great drumming! I also really hope they recorded more than one song! :)

[@dpvisuals5909]

More!

[@kusholhumedeo7851]

Wow woow wooooow!

[@Leviplaysdrums]

This is some crazy tasty playing duder

[@elliotthyppolite]

GODDAMMIT!! UUGH! please post more .

[@ardyansahardy6450]

Good job

[@OpticZodiac15]

Sic bro !!!

[@BJSTIXX]

That DW snare is sooooooo beautiful

[@ZaxDrumsGolfandMore]

Freakin awesome!! Sounds great!! 👊

[@MrPOMPOMME]

1:38 DAMN ! I LIKE THAT MOVE :D

[@alfredneumann4332]

im a metal drummer for years now and my drum teacher at music school tells me that im the best doublebass or generally metal drummer at the school but what YOU do in your videos (just watched them all) is complete awesome sickmind stuff which i would never have thought about to play XD youre a goddamn cool badass man! i really like your stile!

[@ToriL97]

perfect

[@xRamZx]

I'm gonna add this audio to the album, it's just as amazing with no vocals and pumped up drums!

[@christopherlane6372]

Do Soma next!!

[@Frinan1]

A goddamn madman on the drums

[@PoWerinPowDeR_iNviCtuS]

THE DRUM GOD

[@anthonyrivera5078]

Drum.

[@iPlayboyBoyd]

what a fuckin beast. i wish i could play like this

[@jimmywrights]

Dat snare...and without a bottom mic too. Whole kit sounds awesome. Why not a Tama snare though?

[@HinnerkHesse]

3 Crashes mainly and still such a nice flow and groove. :)

[@jobemusic]

Got the sheet music? Nice work bro!

[@rajonbrendo9569]

How 24 people can thumbs down this video is beyond me

[@DELTAdarke]

Having the lower floor tom on the left throws me for a loop every time since mines on the right lol

[@joelle1able]

🔥🔥🔥

[@stringbing97]

Okay I don't care what anyone says Nic can play some fucking drums like my grandma can make some delicious fucking chocolate chip cookies okay?

[@S006Deluxe]

Damn that snare sounds amazing. What is it? Looks more like a DW than a NPSD

[@chrisblancato3]

S006Deluxe DW Knurled Black Nickel Over Steel 14x6.5

[@JacobColemandrums]

Freackin' slammin' Nic! One day I hope you will check out my covers of NL I did when I was 15.I also play StarClassics. I went to see you guys here in Arizona with ABR. Met you after the show and you guys took some pics with me. Thanks so much, Love your style

[@NicolasxMenendez]

2:06 with velocity 0.5 sounds like any downtempo band haha

[@CharlieViking95]

Hey Nic Northlane, could you please explain what sort of hi-hat technique you're employing at 3:00? I'm super curious to know.

[@NiallCallumGrant]

Charlie's Drum Corner From what I can tell, he's just using heel-toe on the hi-hat pedal. 5 minutes on your kit and you should have it down!

[@xJCole22]

Charlie's Drum Corner I think they are called heel splashes? It come from Jazz im sure of it

[@kurosukeokami]

Loving this fucking music! Nic send fucking good!