Plini - Still Life (Official Music Video) ft. Tosin Abasi

from "MIRAGE" - out December 1, 2023.
pre-order: www.plini.co
Chris Allison - drums & percussion
Simon Grove - bass
Tosin Abasi - guitar solo
A.J. Minette - string arrangement
Misha Vayman - violin
Yoshika Masuda - cello
Plini - everything else
Video Production by Stillpoint - stillpoint.au
Director - Declan Blackall
Cinematographer/Editor - Jamie McVicker
Production Designer - Emily Jansz
Production Assistant - Asher Wighton
Additional Cinematography (Tosin Solo) - Ekaterina Gorbacheva
Jacket by Shhorn - www.shhorn.com
Composed, arranged & produced by Plini
Engineered, mixed & co-produced by Simon Grove
Drums recorded at One Flight Up Studios
Mastered by Ermin Hamidovic
© 2023 Plini.

[@KeyanHoushmandLive]

Yes officer, that guy over there djenting a lute. That’s him.

[@KeenanBreese]

How are you here already??? Haha

[@GuyWhoLikesTheSnarkies1435]

*"If somebody else had djented a shovel before, then anything should be possible in music at this point."* -Plini's attorney's defense in front of the supreme court of music theory, tradition and affairs

[@craigbailey3157]

Close. One of Godins "Multioud" I believes

[@jaymate4556]

Officer - Stop! In the name of love! You have the right to remain funky, anything you play can and will be played against you in a hall of disco

[@jacobguitars214]

😂

[@wyattkline5238]

Dude really came out wearing a jacket made of ceiling insulation while shredding a lute 🔥🔥

[@markusszelbracikowski956]

Laughed so hard at this lol - either that or made out of lint from the dryer machine!

[@stefanmccabe4705]

😂

[@TedThomasTT]

😂

[@OperationHambone]

GOSPEL BROTHER

[@yokaii7109]

lmaoooo

[@OceanG805]

Tosin…AND PLINI!? Man…this is the dream collab right here

[@Chiricocubo1989]

❤

[@johnmclaughlin9823]

I was thinking the same. Please, they must make more music together

[@CrimsonBridges]

been waiting for this collab since the madness of many tour

[@Crusuma]

A few years ago I saw Plini opening for AAL (never heard of him till this day). What an aweseome experience.

[@ninjabuck2576]

False. The dream collab is Plini, Tosin, and Lars...

[@miarewfealow1681]

How Plini introduces Tosin by using his signature hammer-on technique just before his solo like "here's something I learned from this next artist"

[@andreacaloiaro6038]

I heard the song a couple times before seeing this vid and would have bet my life that was Tosin - even the tone.

[@YootYube]

@@andreacaloiaro6038 That's cause they all sound the same these days. Production all similar, super clean playing, smooth tone with that percusive approach. I love this stuff, great players, but just quite samey.

[@HenritheHorse]

@@YootYube I think Tosin's songwriting fell after the first 2 albums, same with Periphery. They now sound more like every other band that was copying them.

[@yeti4269]

@@HenritheHorseSongs like Wave of Babies and CAFO are still amongst their best

[@HenritheHorse]

@@yeti4269 Point to Point and Modern Meat are my favorites.

[@aleksababa]

It's so refreshing everytime Plini gets dark and heavy

[@thetacortex7959]

The shortest Tosin Abasi part and he still manages to hit every note on his 27 string guitar.

[@fatihulkermusic]

:)

[@MikeDrops94]

He's such a beast it's not even funny

[@crackbenny]

bro really went back to the renaissance with this one 🔥👑🔥

[@samualandrade3570]

🤣

[@wright.boy_]

Chris’s drum parts are so underrated. Ghost horses, so tasteful.

[@slenderr]

Sitting frustrated in my university's cafe right now, I was mindlessly swiping on my phone and discovered this video. It made my day

[@YoungYonk]

First time I was introduced to Plini was when he opened for Animals as Leaders when they played in Calgary. At the time I had no idea who Plini was, and now he’s one of my favourite artists. This song is a banger and feels like a culmination of my Plini experience!

[@Trohawkk]

Saskatoon my dude

[@mikewickett]

Well said. 👏 Articulates my experience.

[@sarat9567]

Saw Plini live last night and he’s at the top of my list now as well. So wholesome, something special for sure.

[@pricerep33ify]

I saw them play together back in like 2015 in the Us it was still to this day one of my favorite shows of all time

[@FindingsOfAnArmouredMind]

DUUUDE why does this sound so OLD SCHOOL, yet modern?? It reminds of solo guitarists from the late 80s to early 90s, and it's SOOOO SOOO GOOOOD

[@felipe_sousa97]

There's a lot of early 90s fusion on these guitar solos, but a modern aproach on the riffs

[@tyrelllowery2074]

Every now and then it is nice to play the Classics

[@worldf1re41]

The crossover nearly a decade in the making Finally glad to see my two favourite guitarists working together

[@MickDavies]

Man Chris is just killing this track on drums too, Plini you're a legend mate!

[@McClain3000]

Who specifically was on drums? I would like to check some of their stuff out.

[@MickDavies]

@@McClain3000 Chris Allison, also an Aussie like Plini and I. Killer dude, I think he's one of the best in the business right now... Dynamics are Jeff Pocaro level

[@Bawls-]

@@MickDavies had to listen to him on salt and charcoal.. he's just insane

[@josiahmathew]

Idk I preferred Troy Wright more tho but on this track he's killing it

[@metalgunnerapoorva]

that rug really ties the room together

[@SebastianSkadisson]

Phases of looking at and understanding a painted picture: 0:00 - The superficial 0:50 - The intricate 1:20 - The connection 1:40 - The profound realization 2:00 - The idea and inspiration 2:30 - The exploration 3:10 - The complete understanding 3:40 - The memory of

[@600micsofacid]

Well done

[@mrPauljacob]

Incredible comment.

[@calenrowden7814]

This was a triumph! I'm making a note here: Huge success!

[@JerPlaysGuitar21]

Didn't expect a classic Portal reference here :D

[@TheEmperius]

This must be my favorite song from Plini since the release of Selenium Forest... what a wonderful piece, musically and visually-wise!

[@buckethead_death_cube_k]

Despite Tosin's and Plini's very unique styles they blended them seamlessly in this song. Love it.

[@isaacwinton]

Tosin bring the heat. That solo was tricky and tasteful. Love it.

[@Alex_Khouri]

I know people often use the word "interesting" when they want to veil their disgust, but it's actually the first word that came to mind when I first heard this song (in a good way). Lots of cool tension and sound design.... makes for a very satisfying listen. There isn't a lot of new music that I still find genuinely interesting these days, but Plini is absolutely up there for me. Thank you for making such great music!

[@SamBrockmann]

You need some different social circles if people around you use "interesting" in a sarcastic way. Lol This song is definitely engaging, exciting, and holds one's attention.

[@SelfPropelledDestiny]

@@SamBrockmann Was going to comment something similar. I use "interesting" all the time and I only say it in earnest.

[@Alex_Khouri]

@@SamBrockmann It's not a unilateral observation. There's nothing wrong with a bit of sarcasm every now and then, but some people do overuse it. Anyway..... kind of beside the point of my original post tbh.

[@SamBrockmann]

@Alex_Khouri , no, I believe you. I'm just sardonically pointing out that's not how everyone uses it. Could be a cultural variance? /shrug

[@Alex_Khouri]

@@SamBrockmann Yea, it's definitely only one usage of the word in this kind of context.

[@SEATACx]

After this recent dose of Plini, my brain has now reached full smoothness. It is immeasurably glossy in it's Plinified splendor.

[@johnhancock9573]

Plini likes to write little hooks within his song and only give you 10 secs of it before he progresses or ends the song with it. And thats why i love his music so much. Never gives you a reason to get bored of it!!

[@althejazzman]

Plini's and Tosin's playing styles fit together so well.

[@maxgutierrezmusic]

Not Tosin’s solo absolutely nailing the lead-in to the outro. That was a wild experience. Thanks to everyone who had a part in creating both the song and music video. Never gonna get tired of legendary collaborations like this 🫶🏼❤️

[@sentientcardboarddumpster7900]

It feels like your statement is unfinished, or not properly started. I have no idea what you mean by Not Tosin lol

[@maxgutierrezmusic]

@@sentientcardboarddumpster7900 is your native tongue not English?

[@sentientcardboarddumpster7900]

@maxgutierrez9679 it is, but I have no idea what message you are conveying starting a sentence with "not" I'm genuinely confused by it.

[@Gunnar192]

​@@sentientcardboarddumpster7900 You are not alone in this.

[@maxgutierrezmusic]

@@sentientcardboarddumpster7900 the leading “not” was provided to convey disbelief, but with a sense of hype. If you’re still having difficult then I suggest you just move on, because I don’t particularly fancy myself an educator ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ hope you enjoyed the music more than trying to decipher my comment ✌🏼

[@martyrguardian]

My goodness the Plini and collab content has been spoiling us all lately. This is a drug i'll never tire of. And that Oud looks meant to be. Keep them coming, guys. Like... forever. 🤘

[@markusszelbracikowski956]

Alright so Plini is now officially a thrift shop fashionista apparently! And a djenty one! I love the collab, your styles compliment each other perfectly!

[@supreme_gres]

You are a guitarist from another dimension...

[@nnoh_name1013]

This might be one my favourite Plini songs now like bro its sooo good. It's like so Plini but also Snarky Puppy esque and then Tosin comes in with that!? Phenomenal.

[@calvinwendland8373]

2:24 -2:42 sounds very snarky puppy. And tosin can arrange just three notes and my face would melt, I always knew they would sound great together.

[@ImpmanPDX]

I could see Michael League playing bass on this. Dig it for sure!

[@dingus4260]

This shits already a banger. Absolutely ecstatic to see guest artists on new releases

[@DaTLMusic]

Holy shit that quiet outro riff is the best thing ive heard all year. That better be a motif from another song on the recording

[@chaosphere3841]

plini + abasi = insatiable bliss

[@Ermz]

What a lovely, wholesome piece of music.

[@nomadic_shadow]

My two ABSOLUTE favorite guitarists in one video??? I couldn't click the song faster if I could. Again, another incredible piece. So dynamic and complex. As per usual.

[@sebas8824]

What a time to be alive.

[@georgesullivan7476]

New Plini is always a good thing for your life.

[@btfstan]

Even the softer chill Plini songs fuckin SMACK 👏 Chris is absolutely phenomenal on the drums as well. Love it 🔥

[@traety1870]

This album is going to be absolutely fire. I can’t wait. Such a dope song

[@mikemajdmalla1620]

Probably this is the first time Plini plays something in phrygian dominant. I LOVET IT! ❤

[@jovany4101]

I always wanted to see them collaborate on a song. The result is beautiful. You are my inspiration guys.😊

[@Transferhell]

I didn't know I needed to hear Tosin on a Plini's track. But I needed it. Oh so much

[@Domn879]

This sounds like the music that would play in a scene of an 80s Sly movie as he tooled up with an over the top selection of weapons ahead of his warehouse showdown with the big boss.

[@Polletross]

I would love to see them do an entire album together.

[@DrewDawkins]

The eerie shift reminiscent of 'Papelillo' and rhythmic chaos of 'Giving 6', I've been won over.

[@Thryce23]

I feel like we're approaching the God-tier phase in Plini's career arc. If this song is a preview of what's just beyond the horizon... we're all in for a really special decade.

[@emptycloud2774]

This is new terrain for Plini, I am ready.

[@VeyroneR]

Masterpiece.

[@TruTrail]

Unreal, loving all the new material coming out from Plini, can't wait for the new album!

[@420zackmac420]

A.J. Minette on production and string arrangement ya know it's gonna be a banger!

[@davemenard5089]

This was a Plini-full feast 🎉❤⭐️🍇🍑🫒🍗

[@izzate7]

Medieval string instrument and 31st Century Sherpa jacket is peak '23 Djent.

[@NeuralDSP]

Insane

[@simonm3889]

Fantastic new music, everything has purpose, no unnecessary anything… inspirational stuff

[@ferbfenton]

Listening to this has given me goosebumps all over my body

[@yourbuddyunit]

Yup. That's why I love these guys. Two favs, one love.

[@blakecorkill]

sick collab. i love how melodic it gets just before and when tosin joins in.

[@Josephhof]

Love that AJ is in this

[@mattr1398]

Amazing ! Just bought tix to see you in Brisbane (including the VIP masterclass) Can wait to meet you !!

[@d.bofill]

This is exactly what I expect in a new song, something different but with the artist's seal, excellent performance, very good production and video!! 🙌

[@MsMadhatter13]

Djenting a lute. My life is complete. ❤

[@brownsworthy7323]

Absolutely brilliant! I remember watching Animals as Leaders at The Metro earlier this year I was standing next to your band at the side of the sound desk whilst you were in the sound desk area. I was loving it as I had just seen you guys perform at the Newy Hotel weeks previously and I remember Tosin saying the next song is for my favourite Australian Plini. I looked over to you as you enjoyed the moment and thought wouldn't it be awesome if they did something together and here we are my two favourite guitarist together makes the hair stand up on the back of my neck listening to this and remembering those moments.

[@johnhancock9573]

2:23 I'm soaring high like a big beautiful eagle!

[@Phitsik23]

I'm really glad with how well Tosin's part fit in! World class musicians

[@Bhushan_066]

how much aesthetics you want? Plini- Yesss

[@yeti4269]

This song is so meaty

[@wesshepard]

And yes I approve of this message.

[@incipienti]

You inspire so much of my new music

[@1998Metalhead]

Nothing better than new Plini in the morning. 🌜🖤 AND TOSIN?! 🤘🔥

[@ethanbyrddrums]

Literally didn't have my headphones but I knew I was going to like it so I liked it anyway

[@GuyWhoLikesTheSnarkies1435]

When you thought shit can't get any better than a Matt Gartska feature, Plini just casually dropped a lute performance debut, a friggin' Tosin Abasi feature and a string section in one track🤯 What's next? A Tigran Hamasyan x Hiromi Uehara x Mark Guiliana fusion combo??

[@Tyepoe]

That's a great premise for a video. Awesome execution!

[@80thtasties85]

The Lully (Jean-Baptiste) of Fusion 🙂

[@gabrielchavarria22]

Plini show in Houston, next day Tesseract show, next day this drops! 🙌

[@lojayn_ar]

Lute, electric guitar, Plini and Abasi!!!! The darkest compo im looking for 🔥❤️‍🔥🤘🏽

[@bryanlejeune8132]

Fantastic, I love both of these guys

[@dakrisis]

I don't often play the guitar, but when I do I do so besides a plate of oysters, too.

[@Truthinshredding1]

next level

[@pnkflod]

visuals in this one are straight out of a mushroom trip

[@dillonbuckley5063]

who ever was involved in making this video you have captured what being on lsd looks like!

[@marksimmons7906]

CANNOT WAIT FOR A WEEK FROM NOW. My SECOND time getting to see this dude THIS YEAR. OMG I'M SO STOKED.

[@aliavalentine864]

never thought I'd ever hear oud in this sort of musical context. Its awesome!

[@dpre100]

another Plini video, another masterpiece!, this is a feast to the ears and eyes.

[@TheSigietz37]

This is a space where I can describe my feelings when past memories begin to emerge in my mind...supernotes

[@bjornleifeld4442]

Wow, another Pearl in the beautiful ocean of Harmonic waves

[@abidhossain4412]

I was literally scared of their playing and the ability of abstract thinking in terms of guitar playing ! It is truely fascinating to watch guitar music grow this far

[@alefeans]

I'm a simple man, I see Plini feat. Tosin Abasi and I click the like button before listening to it.

[@jlrespicio]

It's like the continuation of Papellio. After the war, the victor dines.

[@andricic994]

Bringing some high culture to Djent! Very nice!

[@Justin-ig3uk]

Why does Tosin always make the hardest lines seem soo damn effortless?

[@jsblack02]

Dude has played guitar for 10 hours a day since he was 12.

[@gordonstarship]

Strandberg owes Plini a lot more than they're paying him (in my opinion). That guitar is unique. I didn't even know what the brand was until I listened to his playing and learned about him. I hope to see Plini play live in '24/'25. Come to North America please

[@aligee7231]

Amazing. There is so much to explore in this song and so much details. Wonderfull

[@jeffrobe405]

Let’s go! They have finally come together🫡

[@yeserguitar]

oh boy, I feel like we are not ready for the whole EP!! So good

[@wakjob961]

I've wanted an electric Oud for years. Sounds nice dude.

[@munchshoot]

From the visuals to the actual song, 10/10

[@leovezina3000]

Godin Multi Oud spotted, i'm weeping.

[@gstewart2413]

Plini is #1

[@loki3292]

That groove is really intense. This is a really cool track. Nice use of the MultiOud in there. Been wanting one of those for years.

[@BigKaTrob]

This guy Rembrandts

[@loiseljyef4512]

Genius!