Royal marines massed bands - beating retreat 2018

Massed bands of the royal marines march up the mall after performing their beating retreat 2018

[@stevelee4952]

My beautiful 21 year old boy was accepted into the Marines, where his grandad and uncles served, but two days after he died after a work accident. His name was/is Paul Lee, i just wanted to post his name.

[@brianwilson671]

So sorry to read this 😢 Condolences to you all

[@jsfroy2860]

Very proud of your son with a noble vocation, for all boys and girls with dreams its a very noble inspiration.

[@user-ze6xe7bf4e]

I am a Brit Para and we know that this is the finest military band in the world bar none. The turn out is always exceptional and the drill is superb and always great tunes but the drums, stirs the heart. By god there are days when its great to be a Brit.

[@jimmyhillschin9987]

To see a Para praising the Marines suggests to me that we have bigger fish to fry than beef between ourselves.

[@raybenstead2548]

Ex RAF Totally agree that the Royal Marines are the best bandsmen/women in the world.

[@team19611]

I have a son in 42 Commando and the pride I have watching these men and women brings tears to my eyes , they are amazing .

[@christophertmunro4503]

BEST MUSICAL PERFORMANCE BY A MARCHING BAND OF ANY KIND IN ANY KIND OF PARADE I HAVE EVER SEEN OR HEARD IN MY LIFE!!!!

[@user-gv2cy6cv2h]

Watch the changing of the gaurd at the Kremlin.

[@glennshaw9539]

I'm a UK citizen...English with Scottish and Welsh heritage...I guess there will be Irish ancestry in there also😊...so proud to be part of a nation that produces such men as these...

[@LJMLJM740]

The Queen looking out over her balcony "here come my boy's" she has got to be the proudest woman alive with all her military personnel. Can you even imagine looking out of your bedroom window and seeing this marching down your road just for you? Mind blowing stuff from everyone involved.

[@EricLehner]

Thank goodness that not all tradition has been forgotten.

[@neilpinkett]

sir i take this upload once a week.. as a tonic.

[@johnbristow8206]

Thank you ROYAL MARINES watching you march and play stirs my heart and soul and helps restore my pride in my country 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@davidroach6867]

No big squares.....no missiles on show....just pure discipline....the heart of a lion....and a desire to win.🇬🇧

[@andrewchaston503]

A look with no teeth. Smile from Scotland. X

[@hoatattis7283]

@@andrewchaston503 They would give you Scots a go for your money

[@1606michael]

@@andrewchaston503 Sad individual

[@paladin3806]

Ngl a full on military parade featuring tanks and such would be extremely cool

[@brianleblanc8672]

The started in a big square and then made a bigger square sooo yea.

[@tigertiger1699]

What a privilege it is to belong to the commonwealth 🤔👍.... and to have our communities honoured by our militaries.. the disciplined young me and women... following generations...🇳🇿

[@katerinakemp5701]

Well said kiwi.

[@adma959]

I believe this is the most poweful Royal band in the world . You feel a vibrant power in the sound of these brilliants notes and the most powerful and disciplined way to deliver it .

[@debrabolton9372]

Stunning! Beautifully marched and performed! Such fun to watch. 🇺🇸❤️🇬🇧

[@RIGIBBONS]

Thank you for this! Makes me so proud of my dad, who served in the Royal Marines until being invalided out in1943. Such precision.Such courage!

[@rickydonutrm3165]

No marching band can ever better the sight of The Royal Marines. The uniforms, the dressing, and the music, are the best ever.A wonderful sight. And those Drum Majors are second to none. The Marines leave the Household Bands for dead.

[@rockywr]

They have a high standard and not anybody gets into a band straight away, they have to qualify first after a number of years. They are the best and keep those standards high. Even the USMC band when marching with them as guest visitors, march a hell of a lot better and they even swing their arms higher........

[@pauljames8642]

True fact

[@davidashley6678]

Omg the British Royal Marines . I think they hardly lost a fight in 300 years . Fierce proper soldiers . I think they had the fear drummed out of them . Unbelievable training . Can you imagine the British marines and the Gurkhas coming at you . 😱

[@jayseaem]

Don't go thee, you are frightening me.

[@supernutkin5122]

Terrific performance from the world's premier Military Band. The Massed Bands of HM Royal Marines ....... Finest in the world ........ Second to none. Just look at the straight lines from the drummers, whether they're 10 across initially, or moving onto 20 across ....... Quite incredible and shows the world why they're the best for three things; 1) military precision 2) musical ability 3) outstanding performance ........ SuperNutkin

[@katerinakempb8217]

That insane drumline, look at that synchronization, a sight that only HM ROYAL MARINES BANDS demonstrates with every performance.

[@paulsmith5780]

The best mass bands are In The U.K. along with the best pomp and ceremony in the world. No other country does it better. It makes you proud to have been in the Armed Forces

[@tombrydson781]

Paul Smith a parade with pipes and drums tremendous bags of swank and style

[@ajgale3865]

@@tombrydson781 bags o wind

[@glastonbury4304]

@@ajgale3865 and what a brilliant sound they make

[@glastonbury4304]

@tog hoath Charles Dr Gaulle never had a tear in his eye, especially in London, he couldn't stand us

[@glastonbury4304]

@tog hoath ...guess you are anti American and a Brexiteer ...well we all have our opinions, good luck 👍

[@rosemaryrosato3294]

Imma marching ass myself from the USA was in the Col.Charles young post #682..drum & bugle for over 38yrs we was the best State champs..lookin at this drumline is awesome the music is right on...love watching them they're the best..STRUTTING WIT THAT SWAG..PRIDE IT IS...LOVIT!!!😉

[@vincejamison2401]

I'm am so relieved these chaps were on our side during two world wars in the bloodiest century in world history. I hope we always will be allies in the conflicts to come. With deepest respect and admiration from the United States.

[@joshbarber3931]

Jesus this gives me goosebumps. Couldn't be prouder of our lads!🇬🇧

[@kenneth3781]

I really enjoyed this. The band does credit to their service and country. From a friend in the United States.

[@peterrolfe9832]

Marched many a time to the beat of the Royal Marines Band, I was just a stocker in the Royal Navy but I felt a real sense of pride when turned out to March with these guys.

[@georgegrover6705]

Superb, my dad and grandfather were Royal Marines. No one comes close to this level of professionalism and musicianship.

[@dusty4459]

Are Marines! Once a Marine always a Marine, Cheers!

[@MajorRoadAhead]

george grover. Hats off to your dad and grandfather. I'm a 74 year old former Royal Marine, and I think it's great that we can see these videos so that we can wallow in our memories of those good times that we had in uniform when we were young.

[@frankjackson8336]

Nor in service either.

[@richardkeen1996]

No other country can do it like the Brits and no other military band does it better than the RM.

[@lucasjohnson1709]

Hello Richard

[@ricardoM113]

Richard Keen. Estoy muy de acuerdo con usted. Creo que es asi mismo soy un Sargento de Caballería en retiro del Ejercito de Uruguay. Le envio respetuoso saludo.

[@MrBravoamigo]

Very traditional and authentic ceremonial military band- I don't see any second best! Bravo British.

[@arribaficationwineho32]

Thanks to whomever recorded this! Truly rousing! Their precision is mindblowing!

[@andyreading]

nothing in the world better than a royal marine band , so proud to have served in the british forces .

[@tombrydson781]

andrew j reading ditto

[@navydoll]

One of the joys of serving on the Aussie Flagship the carrier H.M.A.S. "Melbourne" in years gone by- when we did voyages of any length we always had the "Band" with us. Entering a foreign port as we "manned ship" with the Band playing as it surfaced on the flight deck via the lift well is something i shall always remember- goosebumps stuff!

[@tranquilitybase1909]

Heart of Oak, thanks for posting this I watch it every night! gosh I wish I could have seen this in person!!!

[@robwatts5792]

I stayed firmly in the Royal Marine Commando side of things. With my luck, if I'd joined the band, I'd be carrying the piano.

[@stuartmason1752]

A like your sense of humour you,re a true Brit.

[@rockywr]

That's the funniest line I've heard in years ... good on you Rob....

[@danielw5850]

So said the authentic Royal (hilarious!).

[@hoatattis7283]

Rob Watts I know a ex Royal Marine Commando 5 ft 7 inches of pure savagery

[@donnaclarke5304]

Lol

[@elizabethclarke4219]

There’s nothing quite like a military band. Splendid performance with stirring music.

[@cliveandrews7548]

I was on Horse Guards for the ceremony and therefore not able to see the full march off to barracks. Great to see it. They are PERFECTION in every respect.

[@darrengill4765]

Remember them at the RM School of Music, Deal, Kent. They lead the town's carnival and were definitely the main event, absolutely Brilliant!! I'm from an RAF family, but still think the Royal Marines Band is the best military band we have.

[@garyrobinson8050]

i remember being in the royal marine cadets as a drummer playing in the naval parade every year through our town and being very proud of how smart our band were they always had us at the rear off the parade, save the best for last lol i also remember the hard work drilling and practice we put in hrs hrs of work, was it worth fuck yeah especially when you here the crowds shouting here come the marine band at last

[@williamsweeney6499]

Just Superb! Semper Fi. The Brits have the very best Military Bands.

[@grahamm3139]

Accuracy, precision, presence, style, and musicality. Killer combo.

[@robertrivers1318]

I love the British Military Bands and Marches, they stir a patriotic spirit within though I am Australian by birth my Father came from Birkenhead in the 1930s where he worked in the ship building yards, God bless Her Majesty and the British people for the life and freedom we enjoy today.

[@hoatattis7283]

Robert Rivers: My bloody oath

[@lengerrard3810]

Well said .Robert Rivers..,. you stay with us Brits...8 miles from birkenhead....frodsham. Cheshire 👍

[@kevinpierce3458]

You are welcome 🇬🇧

[@trueeyesrealisetruelies.8793]

I don't care what anybody says. I've watched nearly every band in the world. Royal Marines just blow everyone out the water.

[@k0smon]

True////// But the Norwegian HMKG Band would give them a good run for their money.

[@brendafont2926]

Top secret did give them a run

[@76595313PE]

Blowing Britain's enemies out of the water for over 350 years...well done, the Royals!

[@glynnwright1699]

@@brendafont2926 Look at the battle honours of the Royal Marines, they aren't people pretending to be soldiers. When the Royal Marines get into a fight, they usually win.

[@brendafont2926]

@@glynnwright1699 battle honors ?...... I thought we talking about bands playing,

[@scottnyc6572]

2:50 band line expanding maneuvers curb to curb..nice!! Video quality is superb!!👍

[@johncabell3772]

I've always been proud of the fact that my maternal granddad was a Royal Marine band master at Portsmouth's Eastney barracks and taught at the RM school of music. I was told that he used to entertain Queen Victoria on his clarinet at Osbourne House on the Isle of Wight. I know I'm biased but still think they're the best.

[@grange247]

Without a shadow of doubt, the best marching band in the world......and English.

[@johnkeast6338]

Not English you fuckwit

[@AA-pv6mi]

John Keast Then what is it, John? Irish?

[@markwaters7215]

No greater band in the world , god bless the Royal Marines. And that comes from a stones fan !

[@AccordionNovice]

I am a band aficionado. These guys are the best. Congrats from a colonist!

[@kevinpotts9583]

my dad was in the Navy and he used to say you could march for miles behind that band RIP dad

[@peterfromgw4615]

Much respect from Australia for the RMs.......

[@billludolph1696]

I was in the Navy and the only times we marched after boot camp was while I was stationed in Naval air facility Mildenhall England for their remembrance parades. Great times

[@patrickbank]

When behind a Royal Maine band you grow 2 inches, your chest expands and you step out. And I’m already 6ft 7” before hearing the band

[@Jabber-ig3iw]

Lol marching? The Navy? 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@johnlewis9745]

Couldn’t agree more. But think of the poor bandsmen/women. They have to carry their instruments, play and march too.

[@davidrobinson5999]

U can see why they are ROYAL !!! Precision , Harmony combined. They make PROUD to be British

[@katerinakemp5701]

Beautiful music, thank goodness to the the lads and lasses from HMRM Bandservice, you have no peer around the globe, the epitome for every other bandservice to try and achieve, which would be hard, or damn near impossible to emulate.🥰👍🥰

[@davidashley6678]

The British Royal Marines are a serious serious fighting machine . You would not want to fight this lot in a straight fight. Far too professional with training and tradition. Just ridiculously good .

[@brianjewell9204]

There are marching bands, and then there are the Royal Marines. Absolutely the best.

[@tonyves]

My God, they are good!

[@overopensights]

Absolutely Brilliant! what class!

[@lawrencegatt4515]

Still no 1 in the world. 🏁🇦🇺

[@arranwalker]

The band of the Royal Marines and the Pipes and Drums of a Scottish regiment can't be beaten 😊

[@michaelriordan8265]

A privilege to watch those Men who can put on a show like that one day, and then the next they're up in they're necks fighting, what a brilliant show

[@retro440]

Absolutely awesome. This moves me to tears and tugs at my heart.

[@pandoranbias1622]

The Voice of the Guns, probably the most noble and fitting British march ever composed.

[@christopherfisher6293]

Some Superheros don't wear capes. They beat drums and look killer!!! Well done lads!!

[@duggrandall2230]

Ever since growing up in Deal, Kent I saw these guy's every Sunday on the sea front doing what they do best - to say they are good is an understatement they are up there with Guards in fact I'd go as far to say that they are better it's a rare thing to see the massed bands on parade these day due to the bloody Government cut backs

[@MajorRoadAhead]

Dugg Randall I entered the gates of the Royal Marine's Depot at Deal, Kent in September 1961. Best thing I've ever done !!!!!

[@paddy864]

@Manchester United manchester Stop your pathetic whining and enjoy the bleeding music can't you? Jesus Christ!

[@katerinakempb8217]

Royal Marines insane drumline, they know how to knock those statics out, perfection personified.👍👍👍👏👏👏👏

[@georgeturner301]

Is it just me? Or could they could use a few more drummers?

[@andrewstokes1906]

Anyone happen to know the name of the drum static at about 2:46 of this video?

[@katerinakemp5701]

@@andrewstokes1906 Illawala

[@ammonmwanyumah16]

Well organized displays. See the drums soothing ones heart. It is incredible. The dressing is wooooh! Everything is coordinated and lovely.

[@steve1053able]

The band of Her Majesty's Royal Marines, the one every other military band in the world, aspire to be.

[@frederickgreen3665]

I wish a few of these Marines would come to the USA to teach our out-of-step soldiers, marines, airmen and sailors how to march.

[@katerinakemp5701]

🤣🤣🤣

[@brianwilson671]

Absolutely Brilliant this truly is what Britain is all about, simply the best. 🇬🇧

[@pootubekeepsdeletingmycomm4328]

We have the best music, military and history! Proud English of Britain.

[@thomasbudd2193]

I’m proud of how powerful we look in this just the fact that the music sounds intimidating at the chorus

[@HeavyMetalGamer45]

I enjoyed every second of that it's things like this that make me proud to be British. 👍🏻

[@debbiehughes9126]

Me to

[@pip110.5]

The finest army in the world. How on earth could this get a thumbs down.?

[@atfjacknz]

They are Marines.

[@baileyswitalla7407]

Now that is a proper parade.

[@marilynvandererf86]

Half British ,, but boy oh boy live this band of men and women ,,, brings the British out in me

[@evis0069]

It is also very much appreciated by many Dutch viewers. So i can imagine that your Dutch side is also satisfied. :-)

[@cogidubnus1953]

Look at the width and straightness of that drumline...incredible...

[@kimslau]

They are the best , always have been.

[@cogidubnus1953]

If they serve I'll honour them. Height can be a disadvantage in many situations anyway...

[@mikegross6107]

There's almost 60 drummers and they play like ONE! Wish we had demonstrations like this here in the states!

[@davidtinker2143]

I don't the source of your contention of 'about 5ft 2' but remember really good things sometimes come in smaller packages. The Royal Marines are the crem-de-la-crem.

[@NicholasWarnertheFirst]

@@gav1w the Band does not have the same operational requirements as the soldiers?

[@1912fld]

Thanks for posting this. I always love hearing the massed bands of the Royal Marines and Guards.

[@toyman9642]

This is why British military bands are the best!!

[@imkampjoep]

Marvellous!

[@MK-rr7cg]

Nobody beats the Royal Marines, not in war, not in music.

[@georgeturner301]

They put in an incredible amount of work...and it shows!!!

[@janemariehoward]

Oh come on...if you spend your entire military career at band practice you're going to be pretty good

[@Ardass486]

@@janemariehoward huh

[@rick95798]

Have to hand it to the Brits. That is awesome!

[@jeromeclements6532]

It sure is. We Yanks are pretty good at this sort of thing, but we can't hold a candle to the Brits/Scots, especially Pipers.

[@Nathan-km9su]

jerome clements As someone else stated before. Anything who holds a bagpipe should be shot! 😉

[@aaronstorey9712]

@@Nathan-km9su why do you think the pipers are the first over the top

[@ABNJIM10]

As an Englishman I adore the pipes and drums.

[@willhenry5385]

@@Nathan-km9su The British Empire was built with the bagpipes leading the army.

[@drey8]

0:47 whooping and hollering, we'll have none of that thank you very much madam.

[@heyabusa1]

Hear hear. Such an unseemly cacophony. So inappropriate.

[@katerinakemp5701]

@Charmingly Cynical 🤣🤣🤣

[@tonybell3422]

The best of the best. Fantastic marching and playing. Thanks.

[@stuartmason1752]

I always remember the story of an American sailor looking over the side of his ship and down at a Royal Navy destroyer moored alongside , he said to the British sailor what,s it like to be in the second largest navy in the world , the British sailor replied pretty good what,s it like to be in the second best, Rule Britannia.

[@duncancallum]

Where is the ships stuart , very little left, so that was a dumb statement you said . and that story was from ww11.

[@stuartmason1752]

It is not the size that matters that it is what you do with it , and i know when the statement was made my uncle was 10 yards away when the statement was made , and if i am dumb as you put it at least i know how to spell my own name it starts with a capital letter as in Stuart you dumbo.

[@stuartmason1752]

Just a little footnote to your reply my uncle served on HMS Papua or K588 an American built ship i think she was a frigate but i am not sure , he was a on a visit to the British ship when the comment was made again i am not sure about the 2 ships involved , i have written proof of this incident in his war diary unfortunately he is no longer with us having passed away approx, 20 years ago.

[@motorvating]

What a prize prick. Do you esteem to be a buffoon, or does it come naturally. Stuart Mason was retelling a story of banter between different militaries, which goes on day to day, its how military humour works. Prick.

[@Otacatapetl]

@@duncancallum WW11? We haven't even had WW3 yet, you're talking shit.

[@VonBlitzkrieg]

The worlds finest marching band.

[@kimslau]

Of Course

[@DNiddy]

Yep...when that's the best you got. LOL

[@VonBlitzkrieg]

NCFLSTS better than anything your pitiful country can spurt out.

[@juanzavala1434]

Ummmm, that would be the President's Own United States Marine Band :)

[@VonBlitzkrieg]

First of all. Yank soldiers can't march for shit. Second no, just no, forget it. USMC... Pathetic.

[@mikegross6107]

Love it, can't get enough of those drums AND music! Wish I could see one of these marches some day in person but until then thank you for sharing your videos!

[@TheSpragz]

Out of all the military bands the marines are absolutely rigid. Impeccable timing and discipline.

[@chrisholland7367]

I couldn't agree more I'm privileged to live in the Naval City of Plymouth and the Royal Marines/Navy have been based here for hundreds of years. We are proud and highly supportive of the Marines and the Marines band Plymouth. 👍🇬🇧

[@TheSpragz]

@@chrisholland7367 I’m Army buy the marine band is something else. Must be because of all their down time 😂👀

[@toyman9642]

Right on Tom Brydson..I had the opportunity to see the Royal Marines massed bands many years ago during a holiday in Britain. Definitely a highlight of my life. There is not a military band anywhere to compare with their excellence.

[@1963Nicholas]

no doubt the best corps of drums in the whole world

[@arranwalker]

Only 2 military bands in the world. 1 is band of HM Royal Marines. 2 is pipes and drums of the royal regiment of Scotland

[@davidblurton7158]

anything holding a bagpipe should be shot!,,,,,

[@Nathan-km9su]

DAVID BLURTON a saint George follower? 😉

[@Coldstreamer17]

arranwalker the RRS don’t have a regimental pipes and drums XD

[@MK-rr7cg]

@@davidblurton7158 Anyone who likes their own comment should be shot, i know nobody would be stupid enough to not like the bagpipes

[@hughobrien4964]

Royal Irish regiment

[@sandeeolding5915]

Love precision like this. Drill was my love while I was in the USAF.

[@romainmolitor4072]

Tank you

[@Ubique2927]

A petty the US armed forces have never quite managed how to do it properly... 😀😎

[@montyzumazoom1337]

The very best👍 🇬🇧 Love it when they reform a 2.50 and take up the whole width of the Mall.

[@poldog99]

Amazing! Precision personified! Great video. Thank you

[@ronniewhite3434]

They're the hallmark of all military bands everywhere.

[@sidpheasant7585]

This is a joy! Thanks so much for posting.

[@kenbuckley3294]

Professionally polished perfection. Perfect camera work follow, too.

[@jamesbrennand9909]

The British know how to put on a parade full of pomp and ceremonies a very high class act

[@toyman9642]

Hello Richard Fox, thanks for replying. I saw (one of) the Royal Marines Bands in London many years ago. Amazing. You're right. Not only are they all great musicians but the discipline. And yes...the drum corps. WOW! Regards, Bob in Ontario, Canada

[@richardfox7487]

Rob Tro Hello Bob from ontario. How are you doing? . Dunno about yourself I've always enjoyed military music since i was young. I'm sure like you I've got my favourite band HM MARINES to me are top every time and have been a favourite since i was 6ish

[@rockywr]

"Corps of Drums" .. not "drum corps"

[@toyman9642]

Royal Marines band. The best!!!!

[@richardfox7487]

Rob Tro tbh i know there is no other band in world that can beat HM MARINE band specialy the drum cor.

[@kimslau]

I agree!

[@marcusaureliusgermanicus4184]

What is it about Marines? No matter what country they fight for there is just this elan about them. As an American, I’m very proud of our Corps. But there is just something about this march. God bless the RM, the USMC, and all Marines.

[@mollieyaxley8215]

Alan Hopwood you’ve stolen the words right out of my mouth, absolutely wonderful makes one so proud.

[@adamjackson5135]

2:48 they just multiplied 😯

[@williamjg7882]

Se me pone la piel de gallina escuchando esos acordes menores resonando en los graves de la mejor banda militar del mundo

[@davidsmall2944]

We need the BAND OF THE ROYAL MARINE MARCHING NOW MORE THAN EVER !!

[@talboters44]

MY DAD WOULD HAVE BEEN PROUD OF YOU HE WAS AT SCAPA FLOE DURING THE PERIOD OF THE FIRST WORLD WAR AND HE TOLD ME THEY HAD A BEAR AS MASCOT ON BOARD !!! I REMEMBER SEEING A PHOTO OF SAID BEAR ON BOARD HIS SHIP

[@trueblue2124]

Nice low key policing - - - - no " in your face" guns on show from the military - just proud British soldiers looking and sounding amazing -so impressive - - - -

[@kevinwebster7163]

Thanks Royals for a spectacular watch as always guys.

[@kenbuckley3294]

Great video. Took some work, but well worth it. The best I've seen of the Marines in full formation across the Mall. Great precision marching with fantastic music. Thanks.

[@philparr2724]

Ken Buckley they were superb, keeping the lines nice and straight, I always prefer the navy, dress blues and blanco, they are so smart, and they can march and play at the same time and keep a nice line, well done