Silent Planet - Firstborn + Interlude [Alex Camarena] Drum Cam [Atlanta, GA] 2020

Alex Camarena performs "Firstborn + Interlude" with Silent Planet live at The Loft in Atlanta, GA. (2020)
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Mixed by Chris Ghazel: / redcl0ud22

[@andrewramsby]

Alex: starts going hard Snareweight: aight imma head out

[@gavinc6366]

He totally merked it at the end of the Trilogy video 🤣

[@ZmAniZB3AST]

One of the most satisfying drummers to watch, his chops are so tight.

[@colins1358]

way to predictable to me.

[@nathandrums0]

Zack Bland I used to really dislike Alex’s drumming for awhile. Never sure why honestly. After watching the last couple videos of him here, he kills it!

[@imperial1371]

Absolutely ! Its a pleasure to watch !

[@markdavis7645]

@@colins1358 :D :D I'd hate to hear your drum track writing... Drum track writing is about enhancing the song, not yourself. This guy NAILED that.

[@yourself88xbl]

I'm a big fan of some flashier guys. (halpern, gartska) but something about his restraint really does it for me.

[@DrewX_2]

The drummer, This kit, And whoever mixed this did an amazing job.

[@antson02]

Mixed by Chris Ghazel

[@bdssoaz]

indeed! 👍

[@codyhart1905]

I agree mix is sick

[@AllanJ1981]

Kidding? The Kit sounds dead... Muted, mixed to complete clicks and thuds....

[@alexanderm4964]

@@AllanJ1981 Yeah that's a good mixing FOR METAL, as a producer I can say... that tipe of mixing its really hard to do specially when you don't use any samples

[@MrVonMengesdorf]

Holy balls. That was amazing. He’s not even playing, he’s like breathing life into the sticks. EPIC!

[@michaelneal309]

one of THE most underrated drummers out there. Epitome of pocket, intensity, groove, emotion, and precision.

[@drummersanonymous]

For sure! He’s one of my favorite drummers to watch.

[@DarnTheBand]

That snare pop is cake

[@marcobeltran6831]

Just delicious sound off that snare mmmm

[@rifftrippy8132]

if it sounds like popcorn your doin somethin right

[@otaylorgoulart]

cleanest ghost notes on the scene!

[@achmadprayogi8026]

Agree ...

[@scenepointjudge]

Camarena is one of the cleanest drummers in the scene.

[@hudsonhaupt9548]

*Josh Manuel has entered the chat*

[@austinknight6028]

Luke Holland enters chat

[@coltonthedrummer]

CHRIS TURNER WOULD LIKE TO KNOW YOUR LOCATION

[@bkg2213]

This dude keeps a tight groove and solid pocket. Not overplayed and his dynamics make sense for the song. Dude is a beast.

[@Erix77]

This dude has some of the most beautiful ghost notes👌

[@drummersanonymous]

I agree. 👌🏼

[@CERBERUS1O8]

That added ending they did on this tour is something else, Especially in person.

[@Unearthlywhales]

I come back to this video so often. It's so good!

[@drummersanonymous]

Thanks for watching!

[@paperstrife2327]

Alex is playing deep in the pocket here, amazing. Always a real treat seeing him play, nothing is out of place. This guy is the best in the game hands-down. The beat daddy.

[@Sabianism]

Beat daddy. That KILLED ME

[@chizzy2017]

Him and nic petter from Northlane have so much feel and groove. Hands down best drummer in metalcore.

[@LHawkesDrums]

I'd throw Dan Searle and Dan Furnari in there too

[@user-id2dx4qd6j]

Liam Hawkes eh, neither of them really compare to Alex pocket wise.

[@chizzy2017]

Liam Hawkes tbh they don’t rly have that groove and feel that Alex and nic have.

[@ericwysocki1659]

I fully agree man! They're my two fave drummers!

[@hanibalanteportas]

LOL what about Chris Turner from Oceans Ate Alaska and Matt Greiner from August Burns Red?

[@ZacBased]

5:07 This is my FAVORITE part of music.. This escape right here as a musician.. Love it

[@osssshhh12]

So kids, i want to talk to you about “feel” when playing the drums, ....... infact just watch this !

[@Thegameshowcase]

The greatest snare sound ever

[@nothingbutalex]

Love how he makes most of this seem so easy.. like it’s the easiest most laid back track ever... try playing this!! It’s no cake walk😓 Alex has become my source of inspiration when I play. Keep the pocket and get creative without killing the double bass.. no need!! Such a beast!!

[@jcddrums5763]

I could watch/listen to this man all freaking day.

[@abramplaysdrums2119]

This is coming from a symphonic deathcore/metal/worship drummer of twenty plus years the sheer amount of precision and fluidity that Alex show cases is absolutely immeasurable this takes years of dedication blood sweat and tears of confidence patience and drive when I left metal I had blood stains on my kit this guy is the real deal so underrated gospel chops in a musical metal prospective.

[@theillmeister]

Fuck this guy is amazingly tasteful. To even get to a fraction of that feel for the music...

[@m0p_t0p]

It's nice to see a drummer actually feel the music he's playing. Dude rips.

[@falconemoto6943]

When Howard benson was recording Saosins self titled record. He talked about Their drummer Alex Lopez being “appropriately busy” meaning so exciting to watch but not taking away from the song with excessive parts. This guy is the epitome of that. Writes totally creative parts that add so much to the music.

[@natestaggs822]

Benson is a beast. Saw him stage side years back. I didnt take my eyes off him

[@falconemoto6943]

Nate Staggs the guy has produced some amazing sounding records for sure.

[@rubbertoe9112]

Really neat how it starts in 7 with the synths then when everyone comes in it’s two 7s plus a 2 to turn it around (16) and make it fit into 4/4. Camarena really highlights the feel well while being complex yet accessible 🤘🏽

[@mattfury.]

Absolutely out of this world 🤯

[@lucashernan5070]

I like this drummer a lot

[@victorjovic_]

I like too, he is awesome in the 🥁🔥

[@shawnfallahi5616]

I have watched this many, many times. And I play guitar.

[@AnthonyGhazel]

GOAT

[@thecolouroutofspacee]

That extra dry crash almost whispers!

[@braepil]

The snare off section is so smooth and melodic. Loved it front to back!

[@drummersanonymous]

Thanks for watching!

[@cbaum64]

Remo, Meinl, and SJC should really be emptying out their accounts for these videos

[@dorseydorsey7770]

Christian Baumgartner I could be wrong but doesn’t it look like he’s using a Evans emad on that second floor Tom to the left?

[@TylerJaeger3]

@@dorseydorsey7770 He is. Gotta get that PHAT low end with that gong drum

[@cbaum64]

Dorsey Dorsey Yup! I saw them live in KC back in February and that floor Tom is also actually a Crush drum too, which was interesting.

[@ramenthenoodle_]

Dorsey Dorsey Remo pinstripe with snareweight m80

[@ramenthenoodle_]

Dorsey Dorsey and the second tom isnt a tom. It’s a SJC UFO. And indeed with an EMAD

[@whophead6837]

0:58 everything about that ride is amazing. I love how it opens up when you wash it.

[@samescobedo8847]

🤯🤯🤯🤯 this guy is just to much!!

[@yourself88xbl]

From 3:53 to the end was just such a journey there. I could just feel the energy building. Excellent playing!

[@AndrewBarrMusic]

That metric modulation after that triplet fill at 5:47 is to DIE FOR

[@wb3991]

Alex is very good at throwing in prog stuff here and there, without losing groove. So sick.

[@jamesonmoore2930]

That interlude is something special. I’ve always wanted to hear Flam Daddy go off on a song. 💆🏾‍♂️

[@dreamx101]

Feel...play...experience... the world of drumming.

[@PathologicallyIncurious]

He is such a great drummer and this whole band really knocks it out of the park on every track ❤️

[@iaushabtiu]

That part when he turn the snare wire off is just breathtaking, it’s so goodddd

[@nicklagnese556]

I don’t listen to Silent Planet but I watch every video you guys put out on this drummer cause he’s fucking amazing. Love watching him play!

[@FernandoLemusDrums]

That snare is to die for

[@Tyepianoguy]

This guy is so solid wow.

[@NathanChaseMeadows]

Best meinl advertisement ever!

[@user-id2dx4qd6j]

Nathan Chase-Meadows literally. Alex has the best musicality when it comes to his cymbal play. such an amazing drummer.

[@nathandrums0]

WillBurhans it’s very uncommon in this genre too. Usually the drummers just hit insanely hard all the way through. It’s refreshing to see this style in metal.

[@user-id2dx4qd6j]

NathanDrums exactly dude. there’s literally no other drummers who play like this in the metal genre. a freaking gospel drummer in a metal band. like this guys musicality just completely destroys every single other drummer in the metal scene.

[@hannes1734]

@@user-id2dx4qd6j If you like Alex's plaiyng style, you'll probably also like that of the drummer of Sleep Token. Listen to The Offering as an example

[@drkstrnd]

@@NathanChaseMeadows subtle self promo

[@RockChalk2585]

A freaking beast of a player! So solid in the pocket and such emotion when he plays

[@DrWhooznecks]

That snare is so satisfying

[@PrisonMike-_-]

Underrated song as well. I wish this one got the credit it deserves

[@Chonus_]

My dude is so smooth on the kit. Love this band!

[@muchasxmaracas]

My man‘s lost some weight!! Lookin so fresh!

[@Cooper931]

Was about to make a comment about this too! Alex is an inspiration to me being in a bigger guy too! So happy to see him shred some weight!

[@Cooper931]

MDH hahaha don’t worry man, I thought he was related to them as well haha

[@gareth_drums4373]

G.O.A.T That interlude needs to be recorded!! Unreal.

[@rad_ryno9684]

Idk why the hell im here at 2am but I’m glad I am

[@isildur4967]

Silent Planet is awesome. Seen them 3 times in Atlanta through the years

[@drummersanonymous]

Isildur You’ve probably been at some of the SP shows we’ve filmed then. 🤘🏼

[@Ethanmr9096]

@@drummersanonymous same! any chance you guys will post or share more of this set? last concert before quarantine... it was amazing

[@drummersanonymous]

Eric Maybe one more song.

[@ragibby6557]

5:15 to 5:20 the joy is evident

[@rironald3]

He goes hard during the last part of the interlude! Saw them live here in LA but couldn't really get a chance to see him drum since he was too far back but man he's just too good!

[@martyzee]

This dude rips. Such a great style.

[@spoopsmagoops1911]

Officially my fav drummer

[@axelferia]

I want this live show as a track on spotify asap, it never gets old

[@ArkansasOffroad]

Frick yes. This is it boys.

[@DwayneCreates]

Playing so clean you could eat your dinner off of it.

[@DustyGlandon]

This man is an incredible drummer.

[@bubbasmithie1970]

Man this guy is so fluid and crisp!! Throws them timbers like chopsticks kinda reminds me of Morgan Rose love it.

[@drummersanonymous]

Yea, I love his playing style.

[@easyadventurer]

Absolutely love everything SP does, and Alex is no exception. The fills are just so sweet and tight

[@FERDICUL0US]

I can't stop watching this. Hope I get to see this man play live someday. Incredible

[@XselfwillrunriotX]

Wow. Just... wow.

[@hotrodgabe1]

Love the drumming. You can feel the kick in your chest.

[@stephenchesterjr1364]

i wish all live drum mixes sounded this well :)

[@TowerMike]

I never realized how much this song reminds me of Thrice till right now.

[@phoffidelrio]

Total!! algo del Vheissu!

[@jbasti227]

Now that you mention, I definitely hear it. Love me some Thrice.

[@jonathanwyatt5712]

Drum daddy is smooth. Like butter.

[@kissaguitar]

He is so nice. cruel, sharp, wise, tender, beautiful, THE PERFECT DRUMMER. Respect

[@joedarryl2798]

AWESOME!!!

[@skotdavis7923]

I have been waiting my whole life to hear and see this.

[@josephmorales1995]

His floor toms are straight beef! Chris did an incredible job with the audio!

[@MagnoAntonioDrums]

The Alex feeling on the drums is unreal, awesome like always!

[@bdssoaz]

My favorite drummer! The skills, the energy...Damn!! 💪👍

[@rt34589]

Monster 👍🏼

[@sdubb33]

Soooo freakin sick!

[@harryharry6722]

love this guy, his groove is sooooo good

[@dmitrykrino]

MUCH LOVE!

[@zanewilson3517]

Really killed it there at the end. Bravo!

[@eyeHATEuall85]

This man's groove is the epitome of being "in the zone"! LOVE watching this man play! 🤘😎🤘

[@bi0nikunik0rn]

His videos are probably some of my favorite! His style and chops are probably my biggest inspiration right now

[@michaeltuck5026]

That drum with the snares off....WOW. Thank you for capturing this!

[@benjamindippo]

Alex and his ghost notes!

[@Bennykaay]

holy shit! that was intense!

[@juanpablosaenz852]

I clicked on this expecting the sound to be horrid like ever other concert drum cam on KZbin. Very glad I was wrong

[@stanleypomogiti8633]

This is soooo pleasing to watch.. god..

[@drummersanonymous]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@stanleypomogiti8633]

@@drummersanonymous is that you on drums! It’s just amazing! This passion. Haven’t seen this from any other drummer for a while!!!

[@drummersanonymous]

@@stanleypomogiti8633 No, I just film all the drummers on the channel. He’s one of my favorites to watch play though.

[@litey9156]

just so good

[@jasonneely4770]

My new fav

[@AlexG-wk3nh]

simply incredible

[@dino2x1]

Love to watch this guy

[@HotChipsAndLies]

wow what an amazing piece

[@CelloRock]

Amazing

[@navid8276]

This is now one of my fav drummers. Damn dude

[@Lukasthedoofus]

the thing that stands out most about this guy is he is not much of a double bass player, most metal drummers use double bass a lot that's what i love about this guy!

[@juanmaliceras]

awesome as always...

[@christian-br6oz]

Goosebumps...

[@wretced8601]

Just love 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@darvaldyt1739]

Amazing. What a subtle incorporation of that interlude into the song.

[@gavinc6366]

What an absolutely gorgeous song.

[@bloodlustdrummer]

i could watch this on repeat all day

[@ellwatkins]

The last minute or so is phenomenal. Incredible band & have had the pleasure of seeing them live!

[@torturer7471]

Great band with a great drummer !!