Rory Andrew Dolan

[@daavidmurphy3562]

If this isn't the new drummer, I don't know who could be a better fit. I've watched a few hundred auditions, and while there are many great ones, this one just hits different.

[@NealVan]

Of lol the dozen auditions I’ve listened to. This drummer has the sound and I believe the creative spark that would fit with Primus.

[@williamkillingsworth2619]

Best audition I have seen on youtube yet. LES, LUR... give this dude a shot!!!!

[@RandyBeardClips]

LES LUR ROR

[@joestrain789]

Finally, a musical drummer who does not overplay solely to impress. Grab him while you can!

[@xopherzenitram]

Okay- this dude is not simply a good drummer, he's next level.

[@grumpysmusicchat312]

I haven't seen any other auditions played with this much unhinged creativity. I mean that in the most positive way.

[@kwilcox417]

That was the best audition I've seen by far. I hope you get this Rory.

[@zachthefarmer7319]

Get this man in Primus RIGHT NOW!!!

[@RodyCar]

Yeah

[@millerbeer01]

Just saw an announcement that he was called in to audition.

[@angryenvironmentalist]

I love it man. I've been dropping your name on all the posts made by Primus and others! You've got this. See you guys on NYE! 🤘

[@bigdog6598]

Even though I've seen alot of great drummers in these auditions, Rory is by far the most well rounded, outstanding player I've seen. Definitely deserving of the the chance to play with this great band! I wish you the best of luck, Rory!

[@mixedmeter]

So far, you are the only drummer that's demonstrated double bass skills, snare chops, dynamics, and mixed genres in one video. Nice work!

[@BongDonkySecret77]

He definitely has dynamics. Surprisingly not all drummers do.

[@LosBastardostributeband]

Supporting from the Netherlands, you go Rory! 🙏🏻

[@brendans8141]

This came out amazing Rory. Having seen you develop soo much over the last 15 years of seeing you play. From the Boston streets to the OG Lespectical. You have put in the work and it shows along with your passion for music and those that support you in doing so. You deserve this and even if you didn’t get chosen by some cruel fate then I can definitely see some Primus opening slots for Lespecial. If the planets do continue aligning though and you rightfully are chosen just don’t forget about some lespecial opener sets in the contract haha. ❤ ya bro keep killing it

[@patriotfreedomlending4655]

A fantastic drummer indeed! But I watched about 80% of this hoping to hear/feel powerful playing. Technical, creative…. absolutely. But a very light player and I just think the Primus sound requires power, not just technique. It’s a no for me unfortunately..

[@thomassurdi1]

@@patriotfreedomlending4655wtf were you listening to? Go listen to any Lespecial record and tell me this doesn’t have any power sheesh.

[@cjslox]

Of all these vids I've seen, which is A LOT. This guy is the one. ;) Reminds of Jay Lane.

[@JRMelancon]

Gotta say man, I’m putting together an audition tape of my own and even I think you deserve the gig 😂 Great job dude! Killer playing!

[@jessedeeeeee]

Best I've heard yet. Bravo man.

[@Jypsijam4200]

Seen you guys at the aggie in foco a few weeks ago!! With Mike Dillon ...as I'm typing this a clip of you guys jamming comes on!! Awesome!! Good luck man!!! you got some killer chops!!

[@Kirkshelton]

Just happy it's not another Jerry the Racecar Driver drum video.

[@ClosedLoopMusic]

u got this bruddah !

[@PoppaBadger]

This fellow is extremely versatile and can play a variety of styles. He's an average strength hitter, so he knows how to PLAY WITH THE BAND!!! His technique is incredible. Good luck picking only one Les!!!😳👍🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@lindsayloo2709]

Rory, I want to be so happy for you! As a fan of both Primus and Lespecial, I am so conflicted. I've been hoping Lespecial would one day grace the stage with Primus! Could you do both?! Lespecial then becomes an extension of Primus, touring together until the end of time 😅

[@musiccellarmillerton]

He is good at double duty

[@JohnDoeDeadhead420]

This isn't Rory's first time doing something else along with lesp

[@darthcreepio]

I can’t get over how awesome this would be! Rory is definitely familiar with and can pull off the material, but he’s also a well-rounded musician with his own musicality. Playing covers in your room is one thing but actually performing live with other musicians is another beast altogether. To that end he’s already an experienced touring musician with his own great band (and with others!) so he definitely has the “ability to listen, react, and contribute to the musical conversation” Plus he’s got the fat beats

[@stutle7852]

I've seen quite a few submissions for the drummer of primus and this is the only one that made me physically stank face whilst alone

[@STLisAlive]

Unless Danny Carey gets in the ring, I can't imagine anyone else worthy Maybe you can even spark a new album! One can dream... Keep being awesome!

[@freehahahafree]

Wow. That is talent. You’ve got my vote.

[@kar2maz]

Was wondering if Rory would make a submission, glad to see he did! Lespecial/Primus tour!?

[@reasonsreasonably]

VERRY musical. Has the chops. Love his playing. Just sounds sooo good. What is there not to like?!! Absolutely regardless of who gets the seat, he deserves it as many others do as well. So many talented percussionists in the world, but this would be a great fit as far as my ears tell me. Very tight. LOL Possessed T-shirt. I designed that logo! FWIW...

[@Drumsholic]

A real unique drumming style dude, i believe you have your own touch with great dynamics and your sound setting and kit helps a lot for this , i show here the next Primus drummer if Aric not interested.Good Luck!!!

[@michaelsands442]

Ya this guy speaks my language... holy christ there's a sense of humor and smartassery that he places with and it's incredible. The one thing i will say about a primus audition, is that he doesn't have the swingin di** swing that herb and other drummer i can't think of. And i know that sounds like a diss but i promise it isn't. Because this dude is a f***ing great drummer and he can just have all my respect.

[@TGW420]

This is the man for the job!

[@thesegiants]

Sending in my vote from Atlanta!

[@pjcouture9944]

Dude got awesome hands, great technique. Fricken awesome audition, hope you make it!!!

[@lionheart1717]

I mean there's no better choice for Primus than Rory, but what would this mean for lespecial?

[@Alexandersfusiondrums]

Versatile. Innovative/creative. Clean. Legit. Up-vote.

[@Xazertroncharlie]

Sounds great. You have my vote.🎉😊

[@daluckyburr]

Best audition I've seen so far. Good luck!

[@alexcasey6873]

Honestly can’t think of a better drummer to fill those Herb shoes

[@stephanieleger3744]

💯 made for this

[@analogkid4557]

A lot of good ones out there but damn....this guy, whoa!

[@francismcgovern5042]

pretty awesome!!! you obviously are talented enough to do the gig, and your drums sound great!!

[@ronfigg1]

I’ve never heard of you until now and that pisses me off! Epic stuff man! You’d be a perfect fit in Primus or numerous other weirdly cool bands!!

[@shaynac.417]

Listen to his band lespecial! One of my favorites. He’s an amazing drummer

[@brutesquadbbq2268]

I’ve seen quite a few auditions, and yeah they can all play all the songs, but thus far you’re the only one that has felt right to me. Like yeah they can play Primus, but you belong in that throne.

[@Awickedbigknife]

I really hope you get the job Rory and regardless Lespecial is amazing keep up the fantastic work

[@bjdurrett]

This guy ha great ears. He has the technique to push boundaries. My only question is whether or not he has Herb power. When it’s time to mosh, will he bring the momentum? Definitely the very best audition video I’ve seen. Fat beats? YES! But does he suck?

[@plumbuswarehouse]

If you have any questions about mosh, you gotta check out the rest of Lespecial’s music. I recommend Snell’s Fleet, Tonberry, Lungs of the Planet, and Stingy Jack

[@jonjohnsbakeryllc1031]

Rory - you are hitting it hard brother - Good luck man!!! ROC/NY

[@BoxcarBetts]

Yep, best submission I’ve seen yet. I’m not familiar with your work, but I hope to be soon! Nice job man.

[@darthcreepio]

You should definitely check out his band Lespecial! They’re great and it’s pretty neat knowing they’re all big fans of Primus

[@BoxcarBetts]

@ Cool! I’ll load them on deck on Spotify!

[@Utahproject1313]

This is the best audition so far I've seen

[@Narcissistic_Penguin]

4:18 - 6:14 was my favourite bit, I was on the edge of my seat. I love how it ended too; I don't even want to specifically write what happened because it feels like a spoiler!

[@darthcreepio]

Also extremely fitting that, because I got way behind, I finally today listened to the Primus Tracks podcast episode for “The Awakening” in which Rory and Luke killed it (as also demonstrated in this video)

[@InRodWeTrust2112]

Now this guy deserves the gig FFFFING RIGHT ONNNN

[@CoconutWaterfalls]

um.. no shortage of groove with this one... he would work out v. nice. my #1 pick so far.

[@brianc.3607]

good to see Rory getting the traction... as a fan of both bands, he HAD to be someone Primus looks at!

[@mateovosganian]

Thoughtful and powerful - just the type of drummer Primus needs!

[@JasminB119]

Rory Sux 🤘🏽😎🤘🏽 give this man a job

[@jeroenschipper4786]

I’m excited to see him play w/Les&Ler

[@jeroenschipper4786]

Les& Ler& Rory

[@slimhanson5792]

You sir are hired!

[@PoppaBadger]

Sorry to double comment, but this fellow looks like he's been drumming for several lifetimes now. At first, I thought he was the guy on the drums for SANTANA, at the original Woodstock but I realized he's way too young!😅👍🏼 I think he'd fit Primus very well!!!👍🏼😊🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@DanielBonofilgio]

Great playing! Definitely deserve the spot!

[@egcowling9657]

This guy has it! Good luck brother, If I had the Talent I wouldn't have the time or energy 😂

[@scottnickerson2]

This guy has it all. He makes it look easy. Rory has my vote for Primus. Break a leg, man!

[@crispyrobot77]

Dude is REALLY GOOD! Zappa quality Drummer. Good luck!

[@DRUMMERMIKE]

Would love to see you in primus dude 🥁✊

[@Erika-j3u8z]

whoa! fantastic

[@stephencornish1746]

King This the one

[@Zeppelin21212]

This cat can jam sheeesh. Hope you get the gig dude

[@geoffreygyles3681]

He's got my vote. 1st drummer that came to mind when they send out the iso. Other than Jay Lane himself, and we know where that's at.

[@Jason-cm6uh]

Impressive! You're definitely in the running Rory!

[@dream.stonez]

We're routing for you Rory 🤘☮️🤘

[@BetweenTheHashes]

Rory is a generational talent a once in a lifetime. Best of luck Rory!

[@dennisball9828]

Really good bro

[@applebutter4036]

Got my vote!

[@alladreamwedreamed]

Rory absolutely has a strong style all his own. He would be amazing on the throne with Primus!

[@conificient]

Rory deserves the opportunity due to his creativity illustrated with lesspecial, not just for banging Primus covers. And he’s cool. Which is just the cheese on top.

[@EPK-pz3cc]

making the griddle sizzle with that butter sauce

[@red.hot.charlie89]

Top notch!!

[@MarcoPolux]

flawless 👍

[@keithlaudieri3763]

This is the one!! 100000000000000%

[@MM80666]

You've got my vote, brother!

[@PNW_Sportbike_Life]

Definitely has a Primus/Herb vibe.

[@polishsharpshooter2876]

Ya, by far the best submission so far

[@EscaperMusic]

Rory is the TRUTH and is ready for Primus

[@LiftoffMusic]

Nice style! Best of luck to all the primus-drummer cats out there, let's make some noise! 🥁

[@Galactivators]

This is the one

[@stevebravo1422]

you've definitely got what it takes for the job

[@bfranco1519]

This dude is boss. Very groovy style like Tim!

[@JazzyB11235]

You're hired!

[@Twobarpsi]

Hell yeah brother 🤘😎🤘

[@plummetplum]

This is the man 😀

[@joseph2707]

So musical.

[@joeyscimone]

Yep, Rory is my number 1 pick for sure he is killer

[@chelseawaxenberg136]

This is the only right answer!

[@mamadante4002]

The perfect fit!!!

[@deitzonbeatzmedia2922]

Rory For Primus! 🤘

[@dylanshapiro3292]

Clean and clear

[@ChristopherRalphralph734c]

This dude needs to be in Primus! Just do it!

[@cesarcesar]

Please don't forget to put the #primusdrumaudition somewhere in the title or description !!

[@millerbeer01]

A fella was just called in for an audition I've been told. 🤘🏼

[@musiccellarmillerton]

RoRo for Primbo!! The obvious choice

[@RealBigCliff]

hey hey--that's Dolan--Dolan the Primus drummer

[@MrMichaelPaulMartinez]

What was that King Crimson sounding song in the middle?! 👏