Nic Pettersen - Northlane - "Leech" Drum Playthrough

Nic Pettersen drum play-through of "Leech" by Northlane.
Audio produced and mixed by Chris Blancato - www.chrisblanc...
Video by Neal Walters [@nealwalters_]
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'Leech' is off Northlanes third full length album 'Node', released via UNFD, 24 July 2015.
Available on Itunes Music and Spotify.
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Nic used the following gear:
Snare:
Evetts Nic Pettersen Signature Tasmanian Blackwood Snare
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Sabian Cymbals - www.sabian.com/...
- www.sabian.com
(left to right)
14" HHX Freq Hats
18" AAX V Crash
12" AAX Splash
10" HHX Splash
19" AAX Xplosion Crash
20" AAX Xplosion Crash
21" Holy China
Kit:
Tama Bubinga Star Classic
10x9" rack
14x14" first floor
16x16" second floor
20x20" kick
Drum heads:
Remo 10" & 14" Pinstrip Clear
Remo 16" P4
Remo 14" Coated P77
Remo 20" Powerstroke 3 Clear
TAMA Hardware
TAMA Iron Cobra 900 Rolling Glide double pedal.
Nic Pettersen Signature Vater Fatback 3As
Nic would like to thank:
TAMA DRUMS
SABIAN CYMBALS
EVETTS DRUMS CO
REMO PERCUSSION
VATER PERCUSSION
1964 EARS
ALLAN & HEATH
UNFD
TANJA DAGENBACH

[@tellus.aflame]

Every time I'm amazed how nice, clean, atmospheric and groovy northlane tracks are. Some kind of a perfection.

[@Terdfertersen]

I feel like he doesn't get the recognition he deserves

[@RockerFoo92]

Tyler Tassin no doubt. One of the best modern drummers.

[@comebackonthis247]

He's a great technical drummer. But he needs to develop a facial/style show to be noticed more. Jmo

[@metalheadblues]

@@comebackonthis247 he said fuck it and just wears a mask live now

[@OEG-pe1rp]

welcome to real life

[@sandernightingale]

@@comebackonthis247 Who cares. Hipsters want a style show. I just want great drumming! I hate those "over the top youtube drummers" with a passion.

[@EbonyBladeXX.mp3]

his dynamics are incredible. such tasteful playing.

[@wherethewavesareborn4997]

It is truly unique among metal drummers!

[@EbonyBladeXX.mp3]

I believe every stroke and placement is 100% intentional.

[@Pericles777]

His playing is extremely compositional, extremely well thought-out. Every single note seems deliberate (atleast from audience perspective). I'm not even a big fan of Northlane's music but, you simply cannot deny the musicianship. Especially in this mans playing. I love it

[@Brandon-cv9uh]

my exact stand point also

[@nevermight451]

2024. Still one of the best playthroughs out there

[@otaylorgoulart]

He can pull out like 5678567 different sounds from that snare, holy shit

[@painlessly_bc]

LMAO ikr

[@kayzteef]

Dynamic range ftw

[@breakinglight9422]

He was one of the designers of the snare he's using. It's an Evetts Nic Pettersen signature, the snare is tailor-made for him.

[@QuintoV_]

899$ + his technique: dreamed sound

[@geordiekidd]

Indeed. My favourite is the ".50 cal pressure death pop".

[@Inshadows]

What amazes me the most is not only what Nic plays, but what he does not. The way he makes use of the space between the notes, and how he changes subdivision between section is just mind blowing. Needless to say, I am a huge fan of his work. Thx for the inspiration, Nic.

[@wherethewavesareborn4997]

That use of silence reminds me of Counterparts. They also developed that a lot!

[@mcdrums3988]

Agreed

[@jackanderson6100]

It’s a trip. I want to get on his level but I don’t even know where to start

[@dmitrykarikh2265]

100%

[@JOE324WILD]

That snare is beautiful

[@shetzlinejr]

The whole set sounds like a million bucks

[@aeonsmusic]

A true artist - dynamics, feel, sensitivity, musicality, creativity, originality, tastefulness, showmanship, and a connection to the music and the drums you can feel. Great work Nic + team way to go! 🙌

[@AllenAndersonTaylor]

He really plays to the song and adds a lot of textures.

[@dmitrykarikh2265]

Nick has a built-in clock. Perfect pocket IMHO. Love his style 🙌

[@Russell..ShredNeckGuitarTech]

Probably watched this at least 100 times. Altogether solid af.

[@christophernazario2375]

This guy is in a transcendent state of drumming and i love it!

[@Joshua-bi3fu]

This is actually beautiful w/ a pinch of brutality, these guys came outta nowhere & dominated, especially their live shows

[@xRamZx]

Amazing. This is my favorite track off Node.

[@r3dnekcozz449]

same here

[@dylanplaysthings]

Same. I thought I knew the drum parts well, not as in I can play them, but you pick up so much watching this. What a player

[@bobloblaw19196]

Northlane. Please. NEVER stop making music. Marcus kicks so much ass too. Better front man than the other dude before. Nic, you’re a superior drummer holy shit I could watch you on the skins all day. So awesome. 🤘🤘

[@emeraldproductions5187]

Dedicate yourself fully to something and this is the end result. Truly amazing!

[@thesportsguy3609]

This guy is amazing to watch.

[@papabolognese]

i live for this shit, fam

[@felixgarstka]

me too mate

[@elisxxn]

the best drummer of the scene!

[@bawolff15]

This calmed my nerves and got me so pumped before this test I am about to take. Fuck yeah Nic

[@cgrind3000]

Straight fire. That breakdown at 2:46 is so tight

[@luisadolfochavezlopez2316]

Have ever heard "the walk" from Periphery?

[@cgrind3000]

Yeah, I can hear the similarities

[@hippiesaboteur2556]

man the fuckin groove from 2:09 til the breakdown is my shit...dope af; simple, yet elegant

[@Dangler83]

His chops are too sick.

[@stylerweiland]

Nic really does feel the music. Certainly one of the best drummers I’ve seen in my 40+ years!

[@ivan.g.g]

one of the best drummers of the world in my opinion.

[@sordidum790]

I've never heard of this guy or his band, but I'm impressed.

[@ddrum757]

Nic thank you so much for posting these videos.

[@GlebSoldatkin]

the morning does not begin with coffee Awesome!!

[@lolh4x]

Mornings are for coffee and contemplation

[@Nick-bn2hd]

best quote from that show.

[@1dudecrush]

COFFEE...and CONTEMPLATION. Sidenote, I know someone named Nick Waldron. Thought you ought to know.

[@Nick-bn2hd]

Mitch ZImmerman well, I don't think it's me. In which case, you should tell Nick Nick said, "Hey, Nick."

[@LeLuizFelippe]

Why not both?

[@DeathByTear]

This is the most amazing drumming I've seen in a long time! Nic deseves more recognition!

[@demodeiowa]

best sounding drums i've been hearing lately on anything

[@cta.k.a.barrychan2460]

Been my favorite of Northlane's albums to date. Sad I never got to see y'ous here in New York State. Maybe someday!

[@jacobbutler7942]

HOLY SHIT. FINALLY. My fav song played by my fav drummer.

[@eikon7073]

The news about joey makes me appreciate the fact that you exist on a whole new level now.

[@rafaelgomes5693]

This guy is definitely one of my favourite drummers of all time. Great feel and sense of dynamics within a song. Great example that sometimes less is more and that Metal Drummers don't have to constantly be playing IN YOUR FACE beats riding the crash away all song long. This unique approach definitely allows to feel the music a lot more and conveys the right vibe at the right times of the song

[@andyham6094]

Nothing comes close to the beautiful deep thunderous warm attack and sound of tama starclassic Bubinga. My favorite drum kit in the world. I have a tama starclassic birch/Bubinga hyperdrive and wouldn’t trade it for the world. Tama all day.

[@1987lildrummer]

I agree and I'm a Pearl MCX owner. Those SCBs sound damn amazing

[@meltdown5211]

to this day this playthrough brings peace inside my head. the sound, the flow, the style you just got it all Nic! thanks for all these playthroughs and years of joy! Ps: could you maybe do some plays of the new stuff please :p

[@toasttoasted3492]

So glad we have Northlane !!

[@1dudecrush]

Dat cymbal LEEEANNNN

[@xthek3n038]

great playthrough! transcending dimensions, please

[@nicdeveto]

maybe watch mine to tide you over :)

[@eriksohtun6679]

My favourite drummer

[@yellowbones]

Nic's basically the most talented part of the band, and this isn't even tryna diss any member AT ALL. Nic's just a notch above. What a beast drummer.

[@Daniel9Torres]

My favorite player, without any doubt. One of a kind way of thinking music, and one of a kind way of playing. Please do Node next, Nic! Would love that

[@thelightalliance454]

Watched this about 10 times now. Favourite drummer in Australia.

[@Manuelrost]

I Play Drums over 20 Years and i Play in many different band projects too. The only Thing i have to say about this Video and druming is: THIS IS ABSOLUTE, ABSOLUTE, ABSOLUTE AWESOME!!! 😱😱😱😱😱❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️.....!!!

[@j.howie4]

This is sooo cool! I try implementing his style into my playing, the sway and flow is amazing. His style is really inspiring and unique. Makes me wanna go tune my snare to his😂❤

[@anthonyfregoso1204]

One of THE most underrated drummers out there right now!!

[@Centerpieceofmind]

Such a laid back feel while absolutely crushing.

[@valleyofoceans9867]

Insane. Such a great sound too! More from Nic

[@TitouanDebray]

Has to be my favourite cover so far - and my god is that sound mix perfect.

[@alexsdstudios6580]

Its not a cover lol, he is the drummer from Northlane

[@BK117Dude]

The first 30 seconds are getting me so chilled... fantastic drummer!

[@explorerrocker09]

Always loved these drum playthroughs, you are beyond belief amazing at drumming 100%

[@JustineDimz]

One of your best and Cleanest Playthrough Amazing as Always!

[@nickandreodrums]

Man, this is my fave song off Node and I was only hoping this morning that you would do a play through of this. Just amazing!! Love it.

[@samfenl0n]

The drums in every northlane song just sound insane! Nic is always a pleasure to watch🤙🏻

[@LudoMees]

So good! Couldn't wipe the smile off my face while watching this.

[@iagorigon]

always very good! you already have a large Brazilian fan

[@cannabowl]

Thank you so much for doing what you do

[@lukec4096]

And I find myself back here again... The drummer magnet that Nic is. You play so damn well! great job man.

[@r2v2]

Yess one of my favorite northlane songs and the craziest drummer

[@niklasnomad438]

Best sounding snare on yt

[@CharlieViking95]

Thank you based Nic.

[@nickpruett8022]

Love this man’s approach to the kit

[@epprevailed]

Snare and toms sound awesome

[@toasttoasted3492]

the best drummer . Northlane4Life

[@Raymx3]

Drum mixing goals. These sound amazing.

[@hugocapelobl]

one of the most tight and creative drummers! your playing is nutz!!!

[@pablomarin1947]

beautiful!!!!

[@tomrawstorn]

Wow so incredibly tight, his kick sound is too good, one of my favourite drummers, so tasteful :)

[@JohnDSmith]

It's beautiful😭😭😭

[@dylancobern]

Hillarys deleted emails contained the secret formula to this snare tone

[@jamesevanhart]

Samples brother, samples

[@luidrummer]

Dylan Cobern 😂😂🤘

[@brandonking5335]

I can give you this snare tone.

[@SJC9726]

@@jamesevanhart yeah samples of his snare..

[@alasdairbelling8414]

One of the most creative drum parts ever

[@AndrewGagnonDrummer]

Super tight and dynamic

[@elijah2118]

1:18 One of my favorite fills you or any drummer has ever done.

[@DRUMandSCOOT]

One of the best drummers omfg 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@jared_s2]

oh yeah. good form Nic Pettersen.

[@marcla76]

Just wow!!

[@alexkennedy9637]

So good. And the drums sound fantastic, especially that snare.

[@gipsyavenger9829]

LEGIT AF !!!!

[@nathanfogle2777]

This is so dannnnng heavy.... gosh darn best drummer ever

[@felixgarstka]

one does not simply dislike northlane keep it up guys you're outstanding

[@Hugo4104]

his grooves are so insanely good

[@Cuzjudd]

Absolute masterclass

[@s0p1s]

beautiful clean drumming..wow!

[@marostrifezza899]

cleanest drum execution i have ever seen

[@Eli-cz1vo]

Awesome nic

[@bigstef2010]

Very talented and creative young drummer !!!! Keep it up !!!

[@andyp90210]

Effing awesome! Well done mate. Great playing and fantastic recording! Drums sound great!

[@Fredsen1711]

favourite track on node

[@r3dnekcozz449]

stoked you did another 1, could watch this shit all day.

[@marcusfigueroa665]

Sounds coo smooth

[@citylights2765]

Love that last cymbal smash!

[@beauthebow812]

So much FEEEEEL!!!!!

[@alfanmahbub6103]

come on nick next video cant wait

[@goldbagel]

legend

[@matuschy]

You are Masters drums!

[@SelbstmordGMBH]

Caution: Do not try this at home. You could just implode by understanding how great this is. Much love from Ger

[@MikeDrops94]

Your work on this song made me the Northlane fan I am today

[@docterblack]

Fantastic writing and playing.

[@shavemanadsac2321]

God damn dude, I don't play drums but this shit is just awesome to watch. Keep these vids coming! Looking forward to Northlanes next album

[@arinozdemir]

so good.

[@asherbank]

And 2:42 when he does the double stomp left foot on the hihat during the quiet transition. Killer