"Shade Of Jade" by Thomas Pridgen and Big Trippin' | Live At Drum Channel

[@drumchannel]

What are your favorite aspects of Thomas' drumming? ⭐ For us it's his energy, fluidity, and dynamics! Let us know in the comments ⬇

[@robertoporta5482]

His creativity on both improvisation and accompaniment, he gives spatiality to the Band and to the music and this is what a drummer has to do especially in this musical genre in my opinion, it is very important. Dynamic, flow, he has everything ⭐️⭐️

[@test-er3ws]

For me, one of the things that characterizes Thomas Pridgen playing drums is his flow, expressiveness, body movement, etc. You can mute the sound and still enjoy watching Thomas play because he has a strong visual part... I don’t know how to explain it exactly

[@muditbbaunthiyal]

Everything he is master I really respect this man..I really Wana learn from him he is superb with quality playing,sound fluidity, dianamics,orchestration power energy ,with control.. he is fucking machine..

[@danielsykes6979]

His freedom and his ability to execute effectively and efficiently He’s my all time favorite drummer 🥁 💪

[@robertoporta5482]

His creativity on both improvisation and accompaniment, he gives spatiality to the Band and to the music and this is what a drummer has to do especially in this musical genre in my opinion, it is very important. Dynamic, flow, Thomas has everything ⭐️⭐️

[@ethanhoneywell]

Christian scott yesterday you said tomorrow, mixed with butcher brown. There was a couple of years where this sound just flourished. Glad it's still happening!

[@Riddim4]

I rarely hear this tune done live, so it’s nice to hear you guys killing it.

[@FederalEmployee]

Yo Pridgen has always been a favorite His solos on this channel for sure influenced my steez when I was younger

[@test-er3ws]

I'm a big fan of this band

[@daviddicara991]

Thomas is channeling Elvin here for sure....All these young lions sound so good! Bravo boys!

[@sherpFPS]

Thomas is one of the purest forms of inspiration out there for drummers

[@yarpyarp85]

one of the absolute best.

[@Imaddrums]

Man I can't get enough of Thomas' playing and this band sheeesh!!

[@stevewilcock4767]

I expect if Miles had been alive today he'd be jamming with these dudes. Rock on.Beautiful.

[@trinacogitating4532]

I feel sure that Coltrane would approve.

[@edwardstimecapsule9837]

After watching this performance I’m left completely speechless 😮utterly amazing performance 👍🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Svyatosldr]

A contradiction of feelings is created when Thomas completely dissolves in the music, but at the same time has absolute control over the game!

[@halloola3636]

No contradiction at all! It´s called "flow"! The way we actually function may be different from what most people think and are taught, but "flow" will teach you that you have most control when you simply only "perceive". I´ve had the experience of listening to myself. But to get there you have to practise a lot - so much that the mind gives up its need to "control" stuff and steps aside. Afterwards reflexion and meditation might tell you that the mind itself is but a pattern of reactions. When you focus on perception the mind dissolves and everything just comes out naturally...

[@jahleeleli3280]

Mr. Pridgen: INCREDIBLE!!!!

[@afrigal2420]

loe it!!

[@Recovery7605]

Those who know Thomas know his sound

[@Mazafaka111]

I fcn love it

[@tomcullendrummer7046]

Very cool

[@soundscapes3993]

He's a god

[@TheKeithlb]

Awesome yo!

[@luisfernando-mm3jt]

NIce work

[@hasan_bahramian]

❤❤❤❤

[@lucmichel7588]

👍💪👌

[@Xformat01]

"Let's wing it!" Sure, like it's no problem. Unbelievable.

[@ether2006]

I’m pretty sure he’s saying “let’s swing it” lol

[@Xformat01]

Makes sense! ​@ether2006

[@dcd_cabrera]

TP bringin broken stacks and 16" crashes back

[@vkotis]

Chops!

[@twowombmates]

1:50 crowd rally at the game? M

[@PierreLouisVarnier]

Isn't that javier santiago on the keys?? Why is he (or the other members) not even credited

[@evanpragliola4947]

Really incredible musicianship. Drums are high in the mix but that’s the point right ? Haha

[@elMaias]

Need the name of the bassist's hoodie

[@jarondavis9795]

By Joe Henderson

[@PS-ys9yg]

I love Thomas, my only critic is about he cant chill a bit, when the other guys playing solos, he plays too much and a excesive loud volume to me.

[@jonnyjibjob6519]

The worst mistake the mars volta ever made was getting rid of Thomas!!!! Now they have some chick just ruining the vibe/power of their live shows..pridgeon is a beast and she's a baby kitten in comparison..my favorite band who I don't listen to anymore 🤬😥

[@cpdrumming]

Couldn’t imagine replacing Thomas with a woman lol. Zero chance she’ll ever match his intensity or physicality.

[@DeezjaVu]

Sax needs to be higher up in the mix. Almost sounds like he's in an adjacent room. Edit: Those saying the sax is fine, might be listening in mono (phone for instance) instead of stereo. Because the sax is panned to the right (keys to the left) there's a substantial difference in volume between stereo and mono. I've ran the audio through VoiceMeeter which allows you to easily switch between stereo/mono/reversed stereo, which clearly shows how bad the mix really is.

[@evanpragliola4947]

It’s not that bad , what r u listening on?

[@msperc]

What’s wrong with your ears. I hear all just fine.

[@DeezjaVu]

@@evanpragliola4947 If the answer to pretty much anything is: "It's not that bad". I wouldn't be too happy about that. Nothing wrong with my setup. Listened to some music that I know very well and sounds the way it should (and as I'm familiar with). Using a Focusrite audio interface and Beyerdynamics DT770 pro headphones (250 Ohm version).

[@DeezjaVu]

@@msperc Nothing wrong with my ears. Actually had them tested not too long ago. 07:17 - the sax just gets drowned by the keyboards.

[@msperc]

Well perhaps u have a problem in hearing certain frequencies. If anything the bass is lower in the mix & a bit muddled. The sax could be more upfront, however, can still be heard. I know TP plays busy & loud, if u will. In fact, I’ve know him since he was 8. I used to mentor him at NAMN & over the phone.

[@WillS-pl8wg]

No doubt he’s a talented drummer.Playing too many notes is real.Just play the song.Save the drum solo for solo time.Cheers!!

[@fleagalisyourdaddy]

Get on up there and show us how it's done Will

[@hogodogolucky5610]

Incredable, but Miles would say leave 80 percent of the notes behind and let the drummer play in a circus....

[@stevewilcock4767]

Are you sure? I guess we'd better ask Al Foster!?

[@Below-Average_Joe]

Miles was a genius, but is gone. Listen to his music, but let the musicians of today do what they do.

[@riffconservatory]

Buddy Rich is still alive. Drummer has Buddy's phone number.

[@markhunt1813]

This is terrible,

[@Recovery7605]

Hi terrible. Thanks for calling

[@evanpragliola4947]

Rage bait?

[@malcolmlarri8236]

Overplaying and unmusical ......

[@davidk684]

Let’s see your playing and band ??? Hater 😂😂

[@yarpyarp85]

@@davidk684 ya exactly

[@ethanfossum1757]

Uh oh, someone can’t handle some interaction and rhythmic dissonance.

[@yarpyarp85]

dude these are some of the best musicians around creating in the moment, you should bow down. douche.

[@test-er3ws]

Thanks for the info