Sean Reinert - Evolutionary Sleeper

[@NicholasSantangeloDrummer]

Rest in Peace to this fucking master. Super super bummed out. Such a shame that such an amazing musician has passed.

[@kingcyrusking]

Yeah. His work on this album especially was my favorite. RIP

[@ViolentxStrike]

Nicholas Santangelo I never knew he passed. That’s so sad! R.I.P

[@odaydrums]

I loved Death it was so organic compared to the new stuff

[@moussetache1815]

Holy shit... you just gave me the bad news

[@Shuffle2024]

I dont believe.....

[@neve1064]

This is crazy. I went to New World with Sean. He was my best friend in 11th grade and I wasn’t the type to have friends I was close to. He turned me onto Joe Satriani when the Surfing With The Alien album Came out. We both saw Joe when he came to Ft. Lauderdale in 1989. I video taped Sean when he first started Cynic. The show was at the Cameo theater on Miami Beach in 1988. I’ve got the VHS tape. Maybe I should upload it to KZbin. I don’t know if he would want that. Not that it wasn’t great but I just don’t know how he’s fee about that. I was on Gearslutz today and accidentally found myself on the RIP page when I saw Sean’s name. I guess I was thinking about Lyle Mays at the time; another great musician gone way, way too soon. I can tell you Sean was a heck of a person; funny, smart and a dedicated musician who had a wide palette in musical taste. I respected him as a person and as a musician. I’m just really blown away by his passing. I’ll never forget him. RIP my friend.

[@snail415]

Hell of a post.

[@onethousandtwonortheast8848]

@@snail415 Thanks man. Back in those days, we were in school with some bad ass cats. Dudes that went on to win grammys and more. Despite being in a genre that wasn’t respected by the conservatory paradigm, Sean knew what he was after was so technically difficult that they would one day understand. In the face of the “Jazzers” clique, which can be intimidating, he applied himself and showed he wanted to compete. He was driven and man what a sound he created. I’m so glad people revere him. I think he was a maverick and deserves to be heralded past his living years if not for just his prowess but the fact he had the courage and drive to manifest the dream.

[@zendragonmindtuner6207]

@@onethousandtwonortheast8848 he will be. Believe me. I grew up in Northern VA and was into death metal when I first heard Cynic and I knew immediately that they had just changed the game as far as technical metal was concerned. Sean rienert and Sean Malone we’re both just inspirational in their approach to music.

[@IvanOliv]

Thank you for share it

[@hazardeur]

@@onethousandtwonortheast8848 so true man. i think we'd all love to see that tape footage. his legacy needs to be preserved

[@zanedrums]

RIP Sean. This one hurts bad 😔😔

[@hazardeur]

He was one of the very best. What a huge loss, not only for the music world

[@The_Novu]

He's up there with Chuck, probably having a beer together as we speak.

[@David_Downs]

Man, Sean in January and not Sean Malone in December, this year started and ended deaths of members of Cynic.

[@damnnargles]

There's nobody like Sean, not even in the same stratosphere. Still love this video, still reference his drumming throughout his career. Gone, but definitely not forgotten. RIP Sean

[@J.Mack57]

Matt Garstka makes Sean look like a beginner.

[@dougclendening5896]

​@J. M. Matt Garstka has no soul in his playing. It's like he forgot what the point of music was. His technique is amazing though.

[@jstein6890]

@@J.Mack57 braindead take

[@metalinspiration]

Not a fan of these types of comparisons but…Gavin Harrison. Anyway, Sean was a drum god.

[@progfox]

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[@XiyuYang]

The way he plays is so effortlessly groovy, seamless and most importantly, flowing. Sean Reinert is to extreme metal what Neil Peart is to prog, and what John Bonham is to rock.

[@AlbanianThrash]

his fills were so tasteful it's nuts

[@pitblastbeat]

Watching it again and again, noticing all the details, it becomes clear to me that there has never been a drummer like him before and there never will be after. Thank you, Sean.

[@TheBhadersein]

Still enjoying this in 2023.

[@dpclerks09]

Good is Good Forever.

[@tiagoufo2]

Sometimes I come here to watch it again and again. 2022, 2023, 2024 and on and on

[@rogermarin1712]

24

[@SnakBasGraff]

2024

[@lakshaygunawat9739]

2024

[@snakepitguy]

We're gonna miss him from SEAWEED to CYNIC.... RIP Sean.

[@estebansteverincon7117]

You know about Seaweed??

[@snakepitguy]

@@estebansteverincon7117 of course otherwise i wouldn't have mentioned it; Very few people still do.

[@dpclerks09]

Kobald!

[@lightninsal77]

Grateful I got to meet him & see him live. I was 18 in 1990-91 and a mutual friend took me to their rehersals...warehouse in Miami. Saw them at the Thrash Can in Miami around that time. Anyway, I remember seeing Sean playing drums for the first time and it blew my mind. I was thinking he was the most talented, amazing drummer I'd ever seen or heard. To me, it's like he becomes one with the drums. He was probably 18 or 19 then, I think. He was so humble and genuine. RIP, bro. Looking foward to seeing you play again. ✌️😇🥁🎶🌌😊

[@IvanOliv]

Genius! We will miss you forever

[@Silvabulletproduction8337]

my favorite drummer since I first heard flattening of emotions on some late night death metal station back in the early nineties.

[@mike5177]

Same! Dude is a friggin beast!!

[@theSyringe]

Rest in peace Sean... so glad to have met you once. Thank you for everything

[@ElectricMonkey99]

Rest in peace sir. You and Neil were 2 of my biggest inspirations. I drink to you tonight

[@tontonsatan3093]

Came here to pay my respects. Thank you Sean.

[@gregmccourt4730]

This brings tears to my eyes. RIP and Thank You.

[@SeanLain]

Its always a treat to rewatch this. A true master at work, I hope he's at peace now.

[@Tapp-Mourningwood]

Part of me wants him to be at peace, and another part is hoping he is making a beautiful racket for the gods and goddesses. RIP Sean, it's a crime you're gone.

[@IvoryEatsTheWorld7]

My favorite drummer ever

[@messerfranz3717]

He is the best m8.

[@SorenProg]

Hero..

[@andersondornelles4498]

He is the best of world.

[@texasturner2313]

Anderson Dornelles Definitely one of the best ever.

[@Thrasher_Abbatoir]

Agreed

[@kevinw8688]

RIP Sean, just devastating, so young. One of the most innovative and dynamic drummers ever. This fucking sucks.

[@shelveDEMO]

This dude was so unreal. His hands would just glide and float around with so much grace and intention. Delicate & powerful. I miss him so much.

[@dpclerks09]

Beautifully expressed. I agree wholeheartedly.

[@viammortis]

RIP you talented bastard. Your 2010 Toronto show kicked ass. One of my favourite concerts.

[@mksouthon9508]

I was there. It was awesome

[@devonscope6222]

One of my biggest regrets in life will be never having seen Cynic live with reinert and malone. One of my top 5 fav bands and my all time favorite drummer. Fucking hell man.. maybe I'll catch one of your shows in heaven if I make it there

[@ndzick718]

I just heard that you are gone, and don't know what to say. Thank you for all of the incredible music, and I hope to see you playing again someday on the other side.

[@JayPatel-fc2hf]

Rest in Peace, Sean, a true master.

[@Shezmen88]

Perfection...

[@eloy_demolish3r659]

Daaamm

[@SEbdeViaje]

RIP Sean Reinert

[@davidnissim589]

3 months since we lost him and it already feels like an eternity. What a fantastic drummer he was. “Human” by Death is still one of my all-time favorite metal albums. RIP Sean

[@Kashanca667]

Sleep well, Sean. See you on the other side...

[@chrisgreene8611]

My favorite drummer. Such an inspiration, RIP LEGEND

[@Apachecreator]

I just discovered him about a year ago and he’s now one of my favorite drummers hands-down. Obviously a huge loss RIP. No one plays like this dude

[@robinbarker5407]

Criminally underrated. Immensely talented. Thank you, Sean, for your talent and inspiration.

[@kevinw8688]

Possible the most under-rated drummer who ever lived. When I see list of best drummers, he's not there, he is one of the greatest ever, listen to him, he understands how the instrument should be played, he can play very complex odd time signature grooves yet has that propensity to just pull you in to just jam to a song. Sean was a genius of the instrument.

[@dpclerks09]

Exactly!

[@dreadkong22]

Whoa I didn't know this guy was so good. Rest in peace maestro. I wished I had known your music when you were on this world with us.

[@lodew]

So sad. This is my favourite video of Sean's playing. May he rest in peace.

[@felipefrango]

RIP Sean, what a fucking legend.

[@Jimmydale7]

This makes tears come out of my eyes, God I Miss You!

[@dpclerks09]

Me too. It still hurts.

[@crabbit101]

Technical and innovative genius...

[@drums4lyfe0987]

Still haven’t fully processed this month. This year (and decade) is already a complete WTF.

[@ashrasmun1]

decade is "already" a complete WTF? you do realize, that we have the last year of second decade, right?

[@DrFaust-pr8vw]

Reminds me of the week in 2009 when Michael Jackson and Billy Mays and I think someone else died in the same week

[@Timbales1979]

Andrew Driskill Farrah Fawcett

[@Vor_Tex_Sun]

yes and along with Peart horrific

[@Tikitackfouls]

Eek

[@lhfinatl7068]

R.I.P. God of Technical Percussion. I can't count how many time Sean Reinert brought me to ecstasy with his drumming virtuosity growing up and even in his most recent work. You'll be sorely missed.

[@digitaldeathsquid3448]

RIP an absolute legend

[@dougsteeleguitar]

Holy shit!! You have your own channel, rad!! Subbed!!

[@tomasguerrero905]

No triggers, just sheer acoustic talent. Your legacy will live on forever!

[@aschule5684]

What a sad loss of talent, he was "the perfect drummer" it seems he always knew what to play when to play it and how to play it, there's just no better way to do it than the way "Sean would do it" expressive and powerful with skill and perfection I've sadly just learned who he was and now I will never forget him, a joy to listen to and a pleasure to watch he will be missed, RIP Sean

[@dpclerks09]

Exactly. The Perfect Drummer.

[@raunopellaofficial]

I can clearly remember, back in 2009 when I first heard Traced in Air album and was immediately blown away by you, Sean. Tomas Haake of Meshuggah once said in an early interview, how he thought that Cynic is an awesome band and worth checking out so I did and thanks to Tomas I discovered Sean's playing for myself and haven't looked back ever since. Sean - you are absolutely incredible on your instrument and I have transcribed many songs from Cynic discography. I love your approach that builds an inspiring bridge between jazz fusion and prog metal drumming. Never heard anything like your playing/music and can not thank you enough for that. It is sad that the new Cynic line-up will have a different drummer, but I wish you the best of luck for your future musical endeavours. Tight playing in this video and hope you continue playing/writing awesome music like you have always done Cheers man

[@Krimson5pride]

Rauno Pella when i first heard materials from a violent sleep of reason, i thought the compositions has striking similarity to cynic stuffs. Later i found out Tomas haake sees Sein as his inspiration. I havent dug much how much Cynic influenced meshuggah, if they did, but somehow i find some sort of similarity. For me, meshuggah is tool+cynic+steroids

[@MrGul]

Would you mind sharing the transcriptions you've made, Rauno? I could even pay for them!

[@eurologic]

Haakes gone on record many times stating Sean was his biggest influence

[@Juanescalonaarocha]

Musicality!!! mastering the drumset as an ace!!!

[@darksideofpsy]

youtube recommended me this video today... so sad that he passed... we'll miss you bud. rip Sean

[@zendragonmindtuner6207]

My dearly loved most graceful Sean. Thank you for the amazing music. RIP and please say hi to me best friend Aaron up there

[@dpclerks09]

❤

[@socialmedia1789]

Much love to your husband and family. You were a massive inspiration to me growing up. Thank you for playing a big part of my teenage years and I will never stop playing your music.

[@FionaAppleAddict]

Always loved his drumming especially in the slow parts. R.I.P.! 🤘 🎶 🖤

[@jasongraham4425]

I first heard him on the human album but when I discovered "how could I?" And then noticed it was from 1993, I realized how ahead of their time these guys were and that I had possibly just discovered where it all began. I couldn't believe that was over 20 years ago. I didn't know who Sean was until today but I will share my knowledge of him for the rest of my life because he really is amazing. What he does with that snare and the cymbals and the way he makes everything so catchy just blows me away. Not to mention what his feet are doing the whole time. So sad that I had no idea who Cynic was until like 2018-2019 but I'm glad I discovered them.

[@johnkurucz3689]

Rest In Peace, Sean. Your music has made my life immeasurably better. Thank you.

[@TheMrChugger]

RIP, a true innovator.

[@SharigramaOfficial]

A big hugs to Sean.. Be always remeber you and Cynic lives 4 ever..! RIP... Stay Focus

[@j_dublay]

Truly one of a kind. So lyrical with everything he played. Incredibly sad to have lost him.

[@mosesgarner2404]

R.I.P. Sean One of the best of all time!

[@АнтонКрылов-б7ц]

One of the best drummers in history. Thank you Sean.

[@tealeaf3210]

RIP Sean, and thanks for those amazing drums and records.

[@jasonhunter7496]

It’s amazing iv been watching this freak since 1990. How iv loved every second of it.

[@zachdavekuhn]

We miss you Sean

[@shanegriffin2215]

A true master. I remember when I first heard Death's album, Human. At 20 years old, to have that amount of technique combined with taste an d a deep pocket, we as amazing. Also, some of the fastest double bass I had ever heard.

[@fearless204571]

I first heard Sean on the original Cynic demos and he one of the best death metal drummers out there and he will be missed.

[@k1300r]

In countless days, your performance is shining in one place in my life. There is only one like you.

[@sunroy]

Long live this legacy. Forever grateful for his presence! RIP

[@thesunno]

Rest in peace Sean, you were one of my favorites drummers :(

[@RafLeo000]

I could watch it for hours!

[@elvissorna8861]

Gone too soon. Such an extraordinary talent. R.I.P Sean Reinert.

[@stigigonzalez5355]

oh my god, I love this song. sends shivers down my spine every time, so beautiful drumming =)

[@hummerhomer]

As a drummer, I have a list of drummers that inspire me immensely and many that push me in evolving into, not only, a better drummer but a better musician as well, but you are among one of the most remarkable of them all. Every single time I hear what you have recorded on an album or a video on KZbin, I am always drawn to your position in the composition. Granted everything else within each song is pretty cool as well, but your drumming always has some feeling and, better yet, soul to it. Unlike many drummers, I notice that you are so loose in your playing, a perk in which I wish I could master. I can never get enough of it, especially those live drum cams filming you playing with Death (awe-inspiring footage).You know I could go on and on explaining about how awesome you are as a drummer and as a person (according to your interviews), but I can always say that you will always have a major impact in my playing as a drummer. Above all, thank you for your contributions to music.

[@guhocampos2]

R.I.P, Sean. You'll be missed! Great drummer

[@johnjamesmclaughlin]

A drummer that gets musicality first

[@andrewwgold]

The jazz influence is so clear. Brilliant drumming

[@nicholaspetersen8579]

RIP, one of the all time greats. Look at that setup, next level.

[@metalheaddrummer101]

still one of my all time favorite drum videos. You're probably one of my all time favorite drummers.

[@fulci6734]

The Maestro Sean Reinert

[@ABCD12321]

RIP man.. one of the best.

[@jamespeterson4275]

KZbin recs out here breaking my heart rn Rest in peace, legend~

[@erichand7548]

So good and so effortless

[@ercantt123456]

Legend.Forever in hearts .rest in peace

[@euchre90]

Tight as a witch's cleft! RIP legend, your music will always be remembered by us mortals!

[@johnfullwood1095]

The time we spent in the studios , playing frisbee outside at night . I’ll miss you Brother. Rest In Peace. You will be dearly missed .

[@dpclerks09]

💔

[@andreheinrich7443]

Will be unforgotten ! All over the world ...

[@Pedalbored]

One of my favorite drummers top 5 easily. We’re so blessed to have been able to witness his talent. God bless his family and friends! Paul be safe on tour! I’ll see you soon!

[@andreaestudios7871]

this guy is my fucking idol since 1992

[@rustypadhraigdiarmuidseano3192]

rest in peace sean, you inspired me so thankyou

[@paistefever]

RIP Sean, thanks for killer times and sick jams

[@EXILEDLIVE]

Rest In Peace to the greatest drummer I have seen live. \m/

[@odaydrums]

One of my favorite drummers of this genre!

[@gringochucha]

That second half is just pure poetry.

[@vortexxxa]

;( RIP. Pure Legend

[@danmarshall5895]

RIP to an all time great

[@cremejockey8636]

Such an incredible and creative player. Sad he’s gone. RIP. We lost a contributor to progs beginning and a main contributor to modern prog in the same month. Please keep the cortortionist safe they’re all we have left lol

[@samuelcurran]

I watch this like once per week

[@evensteven8129]

What a great song and amazing playing....

[@sungerbob1786]

i still cant believe.. youre an amazing artist sean..

[@dervaumann1]

Gosh, he makes it look so easy. Godspeed, Sean!

[@am1r883]

i miss you Sean Reinert ❤️

[@ranatha]

Love the kit setup

[@danewing4658]

R.I.P. Rest in Percussion. You were the reason for my 2nd bass drum!!

[@luciferrea4855]

RIP master You changed metal and all music in so many levels If it wasn't for your playing in Human, Death Metal wouldn't exist as we know it If it wasn't for your outlandish jazz fusion ideas, we would still be thinking extreme metal as merely blast beats... I mean, come on, this song has a reggaeton rithym in it, how brutal is that And most of all, your courage as a gay man, giving the LGBT folks representation within a very patriarchal music scene... THAT IS FUCKING RAW lml ♥ I hope you are living amongst celestial beigns, adoring them with your drum fills, your blissful friends, gliding into constelations of their smiles, melting into shining eyes, drumming away into the cosmos grace, born again into the lotus gold THANKS MASTER

[@Juslikowo]

Rip sean we miss u💕

[@metalheadmaynard2684]

RIP to a Legend

[@lucasbrucas9632]

This may be the most beautiful drumming I've ever heard