Plini - "THE GLASS BEAD GAME" (Live 2023)

recorded on February 3 at 170 Russell, Melbourne
www.plini.co
guitar: Jake Howsam Lowe
bass: Simon Grove
drums: Chris Allison
keys: Dave Mackay
live sound: Ronnie Young
lighting design: Luke Thiel
audio mixed & mastered by Ronnie Young
direction/cinematography: Jamie McVicker
gimbal operator: Ryan Sauer
camera operators: Decklan Blackall, Flick Smith, Michael Ciarlo, Sam Tan
© 2023 Plini.

[@sanfords]

This is a perfect example of a man that knows how to make beautiful music instead of just hard-to-play music. He takes his time and builds the song with subtle nuances, breath, timing and beautifully melodic melodies that make the soul fly to another world. By the time you are done, it is as if you had a spiritual experience. Thank you PLINI for such wonderful beauty!

[@Coastfog]

Yeah, really good observation. For example - I absolutely love Animals As Leaders, but I think they get a little lost in their own virtuosity sometimes. Listening to AAL is more like solving a very hard sudoku, which can be very fun and rewarding, but still is a mental exercise. With Plini, I can enjoy the songs without making it a polyrhythm clinic, they tap straight into my "just stop thinking and enjoy it" part of the brain, and there's still so much to discover if you feel like digging deeper.

[@averkinswing7891]

Plini is “LESS IS MORE”

[@kevinxsavagegm]

His compositions remind me a lot of the kind of stuff Joe Satriani would write.

[@aaroncardozo3700]

Beautiful words inspired by this music 🔥

[@DexterDexter123]

yep - it’s got to have a good melody. ❤

[@BionicleSaurus]

This is one of those songs where when I'm listening to it, I can't help but feel utterly convinced that it's the best song I've ever heard.

[@b_ryc]

I feel that way about multiple Plini songs honestly lol. I am particularly addicted to Handmade Cities and Flaneur... but yeah this one is there too.

[@Jon77777]

I second that completely!!

[@vincentlopez8404]

X2

[@saudhassan3909]

The toms at 3:18 - 3:22 to complement the outro of that minute-long guitar fill is one of the best touches in this entire song, and Plini knows it looking back at Chris Allison.

[@Ryguypie17]

That bass solo starting at 4:47 is nothing short of incredible! That's the cleanest, most creative bass solo I've seen in a long time!

[@FLmetalhead]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqibl3WIlL2chtU This is a great live Jeff Beck song with a young female bass player who has a killer solo.

[@kane6529]

It’s inspired by me! I telepathically put those ideas in his head! Your welcome 😅

[@Krondelo]

It was really beautiful.

[@sobasage1958]

Simon is the GOAT

[@Sokolemon]

I think this one was more melodic kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpDHZKKpm9GNirM, but Simon has the Midas touch for sure and this one was gold as well. He is most definitely the GOAT imo.

[@SlashRfnR]

this tune has a feel good effect on me. Thanks Plini, your composition style is unique.

[@AlfredoEscalante]

What a production and sound quality! Plini, I'd pay good money for a 4k bluray of a live release with an awesome 7.1 mix... I'm sure many would too!!

[@scott4097]

Yes please.

[@philtrem]

Yes, but stereo mix.

[@addictedtosliding]

The most beautiful thing about this isn't the song (which is sensational) or the playing (which is otherworldly), but the love you can see Plini, Jake and Simon have for each other. Brothers in art.

[@samsambanana]

Casually forgetting the MVP, Chris, on the drums. T_T

[@mattyhjames]

Don't forget Chris smashing away on the kit in the background

[@addictedtosliding]

@@samsambanana ja sorry I didn’t know his name but shoutout to the drummer too!

[@MusicAsMedicine88]

well said ! saw them last summer, nothing short of PHENOMENAL !!!!

[@higler.]

The addition of a live keyboard player is A+

[@MRitterH]

Plini is becoming my new favourite band. Your sound and style, and incredible guitar playing is on another level.

[@natanaelfreitas2626]

Chris' drums in this song are too killer, And plini always delivering the best of the song to us, greetings from Brazil.

[@AndreasSeidler-f3r]

What a gift to soul and music. Thank u all.

[@oddfuzz]

Woah if Simon can just blast an absolute perfected solo like that any time, he needs to swap in way more often. 🤌

[@kane6529]

He’s a machine

[@trubud86]

Why? We need more bass players like Simon. I play guitar. And he is one of my favorite all time bassist I wish I could jam with

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

That _was_ a nice synchronized solo.

[@spellingchampeon]

one of the most epic songs ever written and that will ever be written.

[@treaceeames4697]

This cant be considered a song , its more like a jam

[@Laguna69]

@@treaceeames4697 It's a song, dude.

[@namanmadan4219]

Abbe lund @Treace

[@Feverdream7777]

It's one of my favorite songs ever written in existence. It's up there with Vai's Answers & the Riddle, and Fever Dream It's just a glorious thing.

[@supersanjayan4638]

Hats off to Chris Allison for pulling that off live (the whole crew really) . That couldn't have been an easy feat to master...

[@alexanderpelletier971]

Dude is an absolutely amazing drummer

[@Siggy152]

My father passed away last month at the way too young age of 66. Frank Zappa and the guitarists of the 70s were his idols. I regret never introducing him to the new generation of artists that shape how we view this amazing instrument today. Plini certainly is among them and i am sure he would have enjoyed this beautiful music and how his favourite instrument - which he played and studied for so many years - evolved. He didn't hear Plini's music once and now sadly never will. But nevertheless, every time i do i will think of him and cherish that i am alive and able to enjoy music at its best.

[@martyrguardian]

i literally cannot stop listening to this masterpiece. Plini is the ultimate amalgam of everything i love in melodic, technical, progressive heavy metal and somehow exceeds its own vision. a new journey every time. always fresh. forever beautiful. time for another playthrough.

[@donclark7790]

Yep! I keep returning to this track - my find of 2023!

[@LuisFeRiffs]

Plini ❤

[@pawesowik3138]

I came to youtube to search for something specific, saw the thumbnail, clicked instantly and now 7 minutes later I can't remember what it was. Thanks Plini. Oh, btw. epic perormance.

[@alexanderpelletier971]

Just an absolutely beautiful masterpiece of music!

[@BehindTheKitOfficial]

Damn! Good to see Chris is still rocking the stache! Simon is looking great! No wonder Dave hasn’t kept up his release schedule haha. Amazing song!

[@aquaescapeartist4915]

When I saw Plini last year I was in awe. And that keyboard player did a solo during the concert that was incredibly beautiful.

[@lorenzogalli7670]

….emozione pura , grazie Plini per la tua musica ! ……18 Marzo a Milano , ci sarò !!!

[@m.martini1036]

Love that song 🤗 Could listen to that outro part in an endless loop 🎶🎶😲

[@zierim8537]

Favourite song ngl 🔥🔥🔥

[@flake8382]

Brilliant choice with the just intonation guitar. This mix just comes alive together. Especially love your harmony work. *chefs kiss*

[@namenerbb4558]

Going to see them in 4 days I cannot wait

[@hoppe111]

Always a very nice Song and I can't hear enough. 👍

[@marks7192]

Oooo....is Chris on set? Nice To have Chris and Troy locked and loaded for the band is golden

[@eriktate3010]

Finally got to see Plini on Halloween 2023. Incredible. Please come back to Portland

[@emptycloud2774]

I can't believe I was fortunate enough to be at this gig. There were so many times I couldn't believe what was happening. One of the best gigs I've ever been to. Until next time, Plini.

[@donclark7790]

So good to see this live in Islington, London last night. Superb show. Took a muso friend who was completely blown away by the complexity and musicality whilst the performance appeared to be effortless.

[@alinktogod9710]

I've been listening to this song over and over all week! Thanks for the live video guys!

[@MikePane]

My favorite Track of this wonderful album😍😍😍

[@Val_kyriee]

Aaah. Plini. The genius. It is a singular aim in life to watch you live one day.

[@calebwilder88]

why do I feel like his tones are of this universe

[@Ou8y2k2]

Damn. How can an 8 minute song end so soon. Excellent, brahs.

[@ChrisBenjamin-fo1bf]

Saw these guys about a month ago. They opened with this song. They were phenomenal !!!! 👍

[@davedrums]

What an absolute masterpiece of a song. Fantastic musicianship all-round!

[@ArronSealmoyGuitar]

*The groove...* Will help people battling anxiety and uncertainty

[@xavierkiefer4424]

comment qu'c'est bon.... vivement le 19 Mars....

[@schuug]

This show in may is gonna be the best show i've ever been to, hands down.

[@8varium5]

Can’t wait to see your show again in Charlotte. Love this song!

[@P1OOD]

I listen to this song every day and that 15:8 is something I can't get enough of. It's no less amazing live! See you in Millvale!

[@jamesstidham8327]

These are true musicians of merit.Nothing but respect from me.

[@miinpajamas6680]

Yeees finally the best plini song live

[@DestinMcWhorter]

Some of the best art being created today without any doubt.

[@ramiroantoniopohle5213]

it just get better and better. osom

[@nisargachhetri6841]

Nothing like listening to a great song for the first time.

[@sike2805]

Awesome....beyond words!!

[@jovany4101]

Ronnie rules !!!

[@notyerbrother2228]

I guess Marbles wouldn't have been as majestic of a song title. Great playing!

[@rubendrakkar]

this is just an spectacular performance

[@ericprothero9412]

I’m finally seeing Plini next week in LA and am PSYCHED!!!

[@fokusimaji]

Awesome Plini

[@zhamoua]

I alway heard trance n now guitar into trance I fuken love it ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@AllenLifelongTexan]

I saw these guys near Denver Colorado last Saturday night... wonderful night of music!! Just incredible. Go see them if you can.

[@stefansandmeier2080]

This is über cool! Would love to see you in Switzerland!

[@florentbordon4425]

Wow ! Its a whole travel you gave us right here. Simply amazing...

[@AdminOne-hj4dt]

I'm thankful to be alive in the same at Plini

[@lofaslofas4834]

Perfect prague show !!! Thanks!

[@rogeriomacieljr.8849]

I'll make a rhyme... I don't know why, but this song made me cry Not for a sadness, but for fell happiness Incredible and very beautiful song! Thanks Plini! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@Randomblues277]

I was in the front row at this concert. And listening to plini has completely changed for me since that day.

[@incryptowetrust1166]

Wow the guitar sounds majestic

[@templeofleila]

thank you guys!

[@AlexanderGhezzo]

Saw Plini live in Vienna. The show was so amazing, with all this melody, and virtouse players. Thank you for this amazing event!

[@the_shadow_realm5110]

Beautiful x

[@jrwskydive]

This should have 20 million views.

[@SouthpawSatch]

I wish there was a live blu ray available of this full gig

[@DaleFoleyGuitar]

Legendary.

[@yannick1355]

That bass solo gave me chills!! This song Always makes me tear up as it is so beautiful, it has this heavenly feel, and childish joy!

[@ashuggtube]

We love you Plini! ❤

[@armando7682]

Reminded me of how epic the concert in Copenhagen was! Dave Mackay is such a perfect addition to the band 😍

[@slidewarrior8838]

So for me this is the best groove band 2024, and stands out from the eternal other stuff, I love you...🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤

[@k6lsn]

Yes kids, this is talent. Sick!!! ✌️

[@charlsant]

Im going to this show JUST to see and hear THIS song live!

[@samuelemolinelli3994]

Beatuful soundtrack,good job,so good very nice 🇮🇹🇮🇹👍🎸🎼🎵🎶🎶🎹🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@TheAntarcticaProject]

Amazing

[@tonykuriger573]

Amazing performance in Wellington on this tour. A+ class act.

[@timothyjonanmusic]

5:35 Onwards: A pure ecstatic feel! To me, it is beyond what words can explain.

[@higler.]

Can't wait to see ya in Denver!

[@idag071]

Absolute magic!

[@juhaniwelin1196]

Awesome. One of the best song I've heard from Plini...

[@adesumarianto]

Journey 🔥

[@theveganveteran]

Kick A$s! They all sound great, can’t wait to see them on tour!🤘🏼🔥🤘🏼

[@mattsanchez4893]

Thanks KZbin, always nice to discover an excellent guitar insturmental, post-rockish band

[@StephaneFaucher]

See you guys in May in Montreal, Canada 🤘

[@FrozenSparky]

Beautiful, thank you!

[@oscarsanchez1327]

My fav!!!!. Thanks!!!

[@AndreasSeidler-f3r]

Still absolutely great and charming....

[@DexterDexter123]

masterpiece - outrageous set opener, too!

[@classicexpuntitled7341]

Fellow muso plini has the sickest moon art and making music with him would be a blessed interval of history

[@gandhiabad9402]

Beautiful!!

[@sebastiandelatorre8260]

Please visit Uruguay some day soon!!

[@ashtonreed3620]

Yes lads! Epic.

[@ThomasDitz]

I'm so glad to see your band and guests in Paris on march 31 👍👍👍

[@parkershonnard3376]

That guitar tone!

[@thirdeye4341]

Insanely good live show! Caught them in Wellington a few weeks back. Such good vibes. They opened with this masterpiece. My favourite ❤

Favourite song!

[@clonetrooper576]

I love this song and Plini's music in general, he makes music that brings the goosebumps out. I love it