Polyphia | Transcend (Playthrough)

Transcend (Playthrough)
Taken from the EP Inspire
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[@IWASLEFT2SUFFER]

Never forget the classics

[@darkclownKellen]

Hey man, think i seen you at the disco?

[@finnjohnson756]

@@darkclownKellen bro💀😂

[@IWASLEFT2SUFFER]

@darkclown443 Kellen443 sorry it took me so long to respond I've been going through a break up... what too soon?😂

[@finnjohnson756]

@@IWASLEFT2SUFFER u okay?

[@stinthedude]

Still one of my favs of theirs

[@lulzjeffy1337]

2021 and these OG Polyphia tracks never age. The song that hooked me in.

[@jordandeveau4526]

Other than Henson's lack of tats.

[@Pogdub]

2022 and I just found out about these guys :(

[@hypotheticmyth7141]

Man, I remember in like 2016 I got to see them in my hometown. (Tucson) They played from the Renaissance album and Scottie signed my iPod with his name and a ":^)"

[@hypotheticmyth7141]

But yes, even today I come back to this hook.

[@sapimakan4890]

For me its Envision

[@AsVowelAsY]

You don't really need a vocalist. You speak so clearly without words. I love you all.

[@Polyphia]

and we love YOU

[@sbm9190]

aww they love us

[@patin314]

@@sbm9190 they didnt say "yall" pipe down. dont ruin a good moment, glory thief

[@Ghost-mo7vm]

@@patin314 chill, air conditioner broken?

[@albertbloodstone5921]

@@patin314 uhhh sorry? I wasn't trying to do thT

[@derka6262]

The technical prowess of this band blows my mind.

[@IngridStPierre2]

and they were only 19 at the time. They changed my life.

[@airakazatratuob]

You know you've been watching this hundred of times when you're finally aware that you're tired of reading the same comments over and over again.

[@rinaberman7686]

How is he an attention junkie? And yeah, I feel. That's how I am with Intervals and Angel Vivaldi, especially their newest stuff.

[@jessebowles5632]

Heres a new one and I posted another. You think they could have gotten a l'oreal endorsement?

[@withfire4921]

I got tired of reading this comment so ya ;)

[@zeyy84]

@Sasori Tobi TETETETETEEPIOPIOPIOPIOWAWAWAWATENETENETENETENEWWWWAAAAAAAYOYOYYOWOW

[@swine13]

You read the comments HUNDREDS of times before you got bored??? Pro tip: everything anyone ever says in KZbin comments is pointless shit. It's worth reading precisely 0% of them even once. And before you ask if that includes my post... Yes. ESPECIALLY my post...

[@dannyknoxville7545]

Can't believe it's been almost 10 years since this came out. This song is so nostalgic to me now. Thanks for all the good times Polyphia.

[@capoman1]

The drums. I CAN'T BELIEVE HE MAKES IT LOOK THAT EASY!!! The guitar. I love the tapping techniques used. Does anyone know of a tutorial on that specific tapping technique?

[@ChaseZachary]

RIGHT?!?! I was thinking the same thing. Holy shit...

[@iamdaveandhaveaniceday2651]

capoman1 first of all the reason it looks so easy is that hearing it live it wouldn’t sound that way. They use drum samples to make light hits sound like hard ones. I personally think it sounds like shit but then again it’s my judgment against millions of records sold. And the tapping technique is probably when you tap and leave your finger on the fretboard for a few moments while you keep playing with your left hand. It is hard but the idea is pretty simple.

[@jeremyclark8356]

After 8 years of research and contemplation on your question, I have concluded that the most accurate term for the type of tapping employed in this song is simply "playing the shit out of the guitar". No need to thank me.

[@alvarollanagarcia7503]

As a guitar player as I am, this is one of the best instrumental songs I have ever heard. Their technical skills are awesome and for their age second to none. Instead of criticizing them for being "robotic" we should support this kind of people. Am only 18 and I know how difficult it is to get that support. Great job! Cheers from Spain!

[@alvarollanagarcia7503]

Connor Clark I'm from Bilbao.

[@kalloused]

Sometimes it's just fate when a group of musicians meet each other. This is one of those times. Every instrument couldn't be more flawlessly composed in this piece

[@aaactive8]

I dont think many people really understand how talented these guys actually are. Their playing is so tight, the guitarists have amazing lead/solo talent, and just great form and technique. The drummer is incredible, again, perfect technique, and all at what seems like a pretty young age.

[@ArseAllowance]

I believe that people do now

[@toxsin2207]

I wish they would go back to playing/writing stuff like this

[@yona1an]

Same

[@user-eh1vp3ev3c]

Someone will carry the torch, musical ideas never die. Without the one hit wonders so many bands would lose their inspiration.

[@wsliv4611]

I LOVE new polyphia but I wish they'd write some more like this.

[@BrucifyMe]

Agreed, the new stuff is tight but something about their somewhat more-restrained "djent-y" beginnings is humbling and pleasantly nostalgic. That's probably just because I found these guys in 2014 during high school so I associate it with "the better days" lmao.

[@ahlisnurholistv8682]

@@BrucifyMe ❤️❤️

[@karateking1578]

Try I built the sky

[@Juan2Steezy]

@@karateking1578 doesn't compare

[@kantarambaro5001]

Naah this is good but at the same time feels depressed

[@FreezingATMSPHR]

Even how much I like the new stuffs, this will still be my favorite.

[@danjacktv]

Same

[@TheLovewhite]

@@danjacktv similar x to my ears every single track they release gets a perfect 10 but I still have favourites x this is definitely one of them xx

[@tonyrobertsguitar]

That is the most relaxed drummer i've seen playing at such a pace! Smooth as butter

[@ofirm10]

I miss this style of polyphia.... Until this day theres still something very unique and special in those songs

[@nabiladam5779]

check out band called "bright minder" they sound like polyphia "muse" era.

[@felipecuenca2811]

Tbh, most instrumental guitar-oriented bands sound exactly like this. I'm so glad they found their essence and did their very own thing.

[@Shadow0fd3ath24]

insane drums, 6 strings, and AXE-FX tones plus their writing....shit was so good

[@brokatarofficial]

Drinking game: Take a shot whenever a member plays a note.

[@Polyphia]

better have 911 on speed dial

[@LoganKramerMusic]

I don't think I have enough alcohol to destroy your challenge

[@jayyyson9145]

brokatarofficial More reasonable drinking that will still work. Take a shot every time trying to learn a song on the Inspire EP (aside from Ignite) causes a musician to give up and sell his equipment

[@aaronpaul7056]

too late

[@joaquiwaki]

+Polyphia LMAO

[@jackkettles8256]

I would have to say, this may be the best Progressive Instrumental band I have ever listened to...Just amazing

[@jrbaconcheez]

props to the drummer for the textbook early-2000's emo haircut

[@krookiemonster2673]

Mullet!

[@lastnameawesome8982]

The best hairstyle imo

[@ramiareid4396]

He pulls it off,he's a doll....I think that's so he can see..😏

[@ItsSauIGoodman]

Dude is insanely talented on top of it

[@danielsandoval4425]

2007 af lol

[@MrMetallover123]

why people can´t stand a band without a vocalist?? they are amazing just the way they are !

[@quantumxfluxmd6821]

Vocals ruin music

[@keshavj4827]

@@quantumxfluxmd6821 Unless we r talking about the contortionist , but i agree

[@BenBlackEquinoxEngelhard]

The music itself has a voice and it's words are unique to everyone who listens.

[@BenBlackEquinoxEngelhard]

@@quantumxfluxmd6821 Absolutely not.

[@alexloughrey9790]

Agreed I enjoy it much more without the vocals to be honest

[@SirLoafin]

2019 and still repeating the song once it finishes

[@jontor1512]

2021 dude

[@rgb8534]

@@jontor1512 same

[@TheNaKio]

drummer is a beast

[@pooppancake8750]

He has the weirdest mullet boner ever though

[@TrevynLoL]

His name is Brandon Burkhalter

[@bybyhiero]

Trevyn Thomas j

[@seanbrogdon6206]

TheNaKio all of them are beasts

[@marblegarcia3727]

Dariel

[@sammontoya87]

I listened to these dudes on Pandora for months. I was picturing these middle aged hair metal style dudes. Only to come here and find these young dudes FUCKING SHREDDING!!!!! Massively impressive. Keep it up!!!!!

[@arcegamusic]

The new polyphia stuff is cool, but i actually miss this kind of shit...

[@guitaristu-kun5367]

@juna wood he means he misses this writing style that polyphia used to do. yes, you could just listen to their old stuff but it'll be cool to see them pumping out some new songs with this style.

[@bishop2334]

@juna wood you realize he means he misses this writing style? sure you can rewatch videos all you want, but listening to the same song OVER AND OVER gets boring. he is saying he wants more material which uses the same elements as the ones found in this song.

[@timothyhammonds]

@juna wood God you must be one big fucking smart ass, huh?

[@MarkyPaligs]

@juna wood okay captain philosophy, we get it, you're too smart for the internet.

[@longdukdon5094]

@juna wood ok shithead

[@leonoliverrmusic]

New album is savage and I appreciate the evolution of you guys' sound, but I kinda miss this djenty tones that Inspire EP had. It brings me some kind of nostalgia, even though it's been only 3 years.

[@1504Sakman]

drummer is insane and so casual behind the kit

[@tylerkesinger8001]

Hands down the best drumming I've heard in any polyphia song

[@davidlarkin68]

I've only recently discovered Polyphia. Always loved Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, George Lynch, Eddie Van Halen, and Yngwie Malmsteen but every member in this band is nothing short of a phenom and on a completely higher level. Transcend is my favorite, but I've downloaded every album into my workout playlist. Can't believe I literally just discovered you. Incredible!

[@TheShockwaveDragon]

Every time I tell people who it is these guys are and what they can play like, Polyphia walks away with one more new fan, including my 3 year old nephew that got his first guitar after watching them play this song. I'll be stage-side when you guys come through San Antonio here in a few months, guys, can't wait!

[@Polyphia]

Thanks for the support, friend!

[@TheShockwaveDragon]

So, I was there. I was that one guy that Sharpie'd your logo on the back of that poster, and I'll be there again here in April!! :D

[@RikZeppelin]

I pimp for these guys every opportunity. Its fun and easy cause they are so way ahead of their time awesome

[@jared-matthewanderson8844]

If they ever delete their old stuff, us fans should protest, and boycott. We will never forget the music that made us fans. And Polyphia should NEVER forget the fans that made them.

[@lemau8458]

why would they do that

[@emersonmayeaux2482]

Polyphia laying down the jams !! Excellent as usual. Love to watch these guys play. No weak links in this band. All top tier players.

[@RamonCallMeRay]

Very true but sadly they regret this time in their music production. sadly we will never get another album like this from Polyphia. This drummer was far better then Clay.

[@shannonfleuter8448]

My 2 year old just LOVES watching this song played. He always waves to the drummer during the intermission.

[@Aaronisweebob]

Never see a bands name go together so perfectly with their sound....Your music is a personification of your music in a way that I seldom see.

[@Aaronisweebob]

Name* (is a personification of your music)

[@juliendumais3642]

2:48 is a riff they used in multiple contexts, including Ignite and their jam at the end of the Dimarzio video

[@draggboy]

Damn, I've had this album for a long time and the drums are good, but pretty much as good as you expect from any band in this genre. I thought they were programmed, which they probably are, but seeing the drummer play the song is crazy. This dude knows what he's doing. Technique is flawless and he makes it look so easy. Few drummers can play like this in this style and maintain the much stick hanging out from behind the palm. Most drummers end up holding onto the very end of the stick and don't have as much control, plus you get that flopping looking stick action going on and it makes it look like you're not playing as tight and about to send a drumstick flying through the air. But playing how he does in this video where he grips further up (correctly) and there's not as much weight behind the stick means you have to be really disciplined and have your technique down. I did not expect this kid to play so well (even though tons of less skilled and poorer techniqued drummers could still play the same song - just not so pro as this kid).

[@drummer_zay9493]

That stick portion hanging out behind his palm is called mueller technique and it’s very hard to master indeed!

[@floofthefops]

I love what they put out now, but man, I still miss this, the shit in this and impassion when I discovered them so many year ago just, I can't. I miss this in a way.

[@JasperLaw]

can we just take a second to appreciate scott's production skills? fml dude this is nicely done.

[@CoffinZ12]

This is insane!!! I’ve actually never really listened to their older stuff.

[@yungpaperxo]

scott really grew into his face over the years

[@SanguineThor]

Its the beard lol

[@whiskeysoul89]

These guys have earned everything they have as far as publicity and sales. The talent speaks for itself

[@JohnDoe-lx5rx]

Best written guitar parts I've seen in a long time. You guys are sick

[@masonmartin522]

Holy shit this is 10 years old. Feels like just the other day I was showing my friends this new band I just found 😂

[@swindallks]

Just because you don't experience the feel of the music, doesn't mean nobody else does and that doesn't make this music shit. You have to consider the age range of this group. Really great band and I'm very impressed with these lads. And the effortless feel brings motivation to me and probably a ton of others to pick up an instrument. 🙂

[@debapratimnag1950]

Totally badass drummer........... Bring him back

[@Polyphia]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fn_cqZKme8hghqc

[@debapratimnag1950]

Yeah i saw this video

[@debapratimnag1950]

Now this is the real Polyphia

[@zakkuchan6398]

Is that a dead link now? I cant click on it :/

[@eduardowormittag2113]

@@zakkuchan6398 he left the band again xD

[@alextomov]

This is the best drummer in the world!Sorry for my english I am from Bulgaria.

[@TheJackel410]

First time hearing this band, and I was blown away instantly as soon as it started. From their looks you're thinking of the same generic metalcore stuff. No, this is just flat out beauty in it's finest.

[@rmp5s]

You guys all kick ass (and I have shoes older than you) but damn...drummer's earning his paycheck on this one...serious bad ass.

[@DwraRuin2]

miss you brandon but polyphia created great album and new drummer is good brandon I hope you still play drum y r da best!

[@Polyphia]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fn_cqZKme8hghqc

[@niko22225]

Brandon and his majestic hair will stay in my heart.... forever 😢😢

[@pcol2915]

Still one of my favorite songs of all time. And I really wish Polyphia would go back to this. Just for a song or two.

[@Tayutaus]

This is what I want more of, Songs displaying a high level of technical skill across all instruments. :D

[@Mark___933]

I remember being one of the first persons to view this video back in 2013. I knew right away that they were going to change the game. Feeling blessed to be able to watch them grow along the years. I miss the old stuff though.

[@bdssoaz]

They are all outstanding musicians, but the drummer is a beast!!!

[@_FunctionONE]

This is the Polyphia I prefer. I still listen to their new stuff.

[@adamleesonmusic2938]

This song is all around madness ! Such talented musicians 🤘🏻❤️

[@jwilliams7596]

I love this Ep. I love this band. All of these dudes are super humble and nice. I hope they make it huge. They deserve it. I've seen these guys 5 or 6 times live, everyone is in awe while they play.

[@fabricito]

The solo in 00:51 is so melodic, perfect vibrato and slides with tapping sounds amazing... and the last part.. is as being in the heaven.. sorry for my english

[@BillyHutabarat]

I hope they can play this song again in 2022, with this drummer again..

[@patrickhuynh2501]

props to the drummer, that's some clean heel-toe!!!

[@paultaters]

i'm listening to this song nearly 3 years later now and remembering all the feelings from the first listen. This EP is on a whole other level of music. Hope the bois never stop creating art.

[@qstaratma9096]

Happy 2023! This is still one of favorite tunes. When l first “liked” the tune it had almost 3,000 views. So glad to see these guys become inspiration for peeps across the globe to play Music.🍻

[@justgrinding]

Fuck man. The talent you have at such a young age! Your future is bright.

[@ramiareid4396]

You ALL are so badass.....I am So thankful to have been introduced to your music.... True artists🙏💜❣❣

[@victormendes9761]

dude, its been 10 years since i knew these guys. Coming back feels so nostalgic

[@RikZeppelin]

This is probably one of the best pieces composed and performed of any bands EP.. simply outstanding.

[@yoavschneider3813]

shame we probably won't see this kind of songs from them anymore

[@Polyphia]

#optimism

[@CosmicTechASMR]

Polyphia are you guys gonna play this song live again? Let me know so I know to go to the show or not.

[@jeffmiller9227]

Man... I miss the old polyphia 😭😭

[@hklpoole]

Clay Gober goes nuts in this, I love how he adds like nearly a bass melody that integrates so well.

[@StevenDoesStuff]

I'm a guitar guy but seeing the drummer flip the drumsticks mid-air is just so satisfying

[@TheChangeling674]

Upon the wings of Brandon's drumming polyphia took flight. Now they have that weird Satanist drummer guy who still shreds but their vibe is just wicked now. Brandon's music is beautiful on it's own. Good job Brandon, the success of Polyphia is impossible without this original squad.

[@acdee3133]

I hate the new drummer

[@uchihaariel7395]

Realy

[@imthatjerry8973]

It's good to be a Satanist

[@atlys258]

Fucking facts, I love their stuff from all throughout, but Inspire & Muse are my absolute favorites.

[@Rigguns95]

Still keep up with these guys and I'm still just baffled by their talent, especially considering how young they are. They can't be any older than me yet they can envision this shit.. Astounding.

[@MrGolden43]

I just gave you guys a second chance a few days ago and I have to say...Your songs are so addicting to listen to...They are full of emotions, atleast to me that is. I love it so much. It just takes a little while to get used to after listening to bands with vocals...

[@Mike_212]

Hey, I wonder how they started out, maybe I've got a shot... *searches Transcend*... ah they started out as insane shred monster teenagers, seemingly. Oh well. Haha.

[@AotearoaLamborghini]

Arguably better than new stuff

[@ChaseZachary]

Holy shit... You guys are amazing :O

[@noahhorne5247]

I love this song!!!! It's up there with my favorite nostalgic songs. Keep it up guys in 2020!!! This music is AWESOME!!! Helps keep me motivated on those long study nights...

[@jakeflorian3334]

the new drummer now plays the same fills and stuff every song bring back him

[@diededalongtimeago1633]

This Drummer is so Fucking Majestic! Bring Brandon Back!

[@jackgough7842]

Rick Ryan Destura they did, solely because they saw this comment

[@ralpholivervinas9491]

Yeah. The band knows you dude will commit suicide when they don't bring Brandon back. Lol.

[@jackgough7842]

They did. A few months back

[@mikejones1298]

Bring this polyphia back!

[@titchgt40]

ive started to really like this group, I listen to these guys daily, Thank you for your awesome music

[@TILLA2X]

@Cody Miller He's using a 5 string bass standard tuning so the low string is B followed by E,A,D,G.

[@rickysaucedo5002]

I really miss this era of Polyphia. This ablum got me through a lot. They didnt even have to say anything. Their hands do the talking.

[@JT_Grogan]

Agreed man I seem to be one of the few who don't care for their new style

[@Words-of-encouragement.-.]

@@JT_Grogan Yeah...you are. Look, you're allowed to have your own opinion, but do keep in mind that you don't have to downplay their newer stuff to uplift the older stuff. The fact is, as good as they were back then, they sounded like a lot of other bands. If they were to ever achieve real success they were going to need to stand out. Now they have a distinctive sound, which is really hard to do in an era where people seem to believe everything's been done. On top of all of that, the level of technicality and creativity that they have now achieved has put them (mainly Tim although I would argue that Scott is just as good) in the conversation of best guitarists of the current generation.

[@roydied15]

That hat was cocked back so far on the guitar player's head, i actually thought it was a yarmulke at first.

[@daineball]

This is the one, the one that started it all for me. I went through most of my life never really knowing and never hearing exactly what i wanted to hear in music, then i found BucketHead and Polyphia and those two i could listen to for hours and just be lost in the bars, not even a single piece out of place and all necessary truly masters.

[@dandan2881]

I love the fact that you guys took time to reply to all the comments.Even if they're compliments,rants,hates or even stupid random shit that may or may not involve genitalia references.

[@agriosbr]

This drummer is savage , some passages are near death metal.

[@lungtubou]

The drummer's on fire 🔥

[@noahdaniel7256]

Best double drum-roll hand in HISTORY!!!!!!

[@eisleycarbonell9873]

One of the best song of polyphia

[@jvww1765]

I miss this polyphia 😞

[@SilentShadowz]

wow..just wow

[@tas9158]

That was incredible. Where has this been all My Life???

[@MazelTovCocktail]

That intro is the definition of shredding. Just killer music guys!

[@husnainali-gn8bo]

I'm pretty curious how tim Henson went from this to who he is now, it's a pretty drastic shift in musical choices, looks, body language even, its almost as if he's a completely different person

[@daghetto101]

Not really a shift. When he was a kid he's really into Blues (BB King and Hendrix is his inspiration), Pop and Rap. I guess during these time he improves at guitar drastically and played Metal/shred. Or is it just that he's been gone through "Metalhead Phase" and now its gone. LOL

[@rajivpokharel88]

damn....that was like what the fuck??? drummer is fucking pro.....

[@user-sw1wq8lh2w]

he should become their official drummer

[@kangaroodude34]

+Adam Murphy He used to be, he left after Renaissance was recorded

[@user-sw1wq8lh2w]

Brendan Byrnes bummer

[@kangaroodude34]

Adam Murphy Agreed, he's a really good drummer and it sucks to see him leave (again, because this is the second time he's left)

[@user-sw1wq8lh2w]

Oh damn, that isn't good

[@clemdacook8074]

i'm a young guitar player but those drums blow me away so technical and is perfectly lined with the guitar must of taken a hell of a long time to create that song every body by this album trust me its great!!

[@Jimmyl0ller]

Feels without voice since 2012 , thankyou guys ❤ love u miss Brandon

[@joshgrimm8443]

I have to say this ep is way better then there new album. to my ears at least

[@Otero3D]

Oow how I miss THIS Polyphia

[@justinprice2598]

Man, how I wish Polyphia and CHON would go back to these roots

[@Pryde_]

Negative. Itd be boring af to not grow

[@PatriotJedi]

I remember coming across these guys over 10 years ago. Still jamming to them here in 2024. 🤙