SLEEP TOKEN - ALKALINE | REACTION

[@Jellycubist]

The drummer, II, has done a drum playthrough of Alkaline (and other songs) on the Sleep Token channel, as well as on Drumeo (which includes a foot cam), if you're interested in seeing how he plays it. Although I'd recommend skipping straight to Alkaline if you go with the Drumeo video, as you risk spoiling other songs for yourself if you want to go down the Sleep Token rabbit hole.

[@nancyhoffhines3607]

ll is an awesome drummer. U should checkout the Drumeo interview done with ll❤❤❤

[@HorseAholic73]

And he won drummer of the year

[@mkennedy319]

this

[@alexthefossilguy2754]

Agreed, if you are trying not to spoil songs I would steer clear of the Drumeo play-throughs as they hit a lot of tracks. The Alkaline “Offering from II” is as good or better than the Drumeo version for angles. Enjoy the journey!

[@yilomina2047]

This is exactly what I came here to say!

[@collindougherty8398]

What genre is Sleep Token? Yes, the answer is just Yes. Do the deep dive man and go down the rabbit hole.

[@Beldvlmnt]

Hahahahaha ‘yes’

[@RivenRanger]

I like to say their genre is Vesselcore .... they are just sublime

[@niswonger45]

I highly recommend listening to this band with good headphones 🎧. A whole different experience. Worship! 🙏🏼

[@Nonya12608]

Subbed, because i can't wait until you start your deep dive.

[@Beldvlmnt]

PUMPED!! And welcome 👋

[@justboy19]

Same!

[@DanSkinny]

First time I’ve come across your channel. Regardless of potential channel growth, listening to sleep token just feels good. Sounds like you’ve got a keen ear for production and recording, they’ll give you a lot to think about! And as much as I also want live studio performances, there’s none of that yet. Closest thing is there are some live performances called “From the room below” that are piano/vocal driven.

[@Beldvlmnt]

Hey man! Welcome! I was a live sound tech for 10 years and now I do some casual mixing and recording along side my KZbin channel 😁 looking forward to this journey!! Love some technicians!

[@Honorable_Mention]

More, please! Watching people discover this band is my favorite hobby. ❤

[@brandonb.5304]

II, the name of the drummer (band is anonymous), just won Drummeo's metal drummer of the year and overall drummer of the year. He's insanely talented. Plays some pretty intricate and sometimes complicated fills without overplaying and dominating tracks. His groupings and rythms just add layers to Sleep Tokens songs that elevate already great material, and like you said, complement the vocals and guitars. II also has a live playthrough video of this song, which gives you an idea of how awesome he is on the kit.

[@rickbaker6077]

My favorite drummer right now. No one maximizes a groove like II.

[@froggie1]

Subbed because i enjoy techs reacting to Sleep Token. You're absolutely going to eargasm as you go through their catalog. Like everyone has already said, go check out II's interview and playthrough to watch this magnificent beast of a player do his thing. All of the musicians in this band are top notch. Enjoy, and welcome to the rabbit hole.

[@KartalaBreed]

You're gonna love II. He's got drum playthroughs, a drumeo interview, and plenty of drum cams. Freaking love Sleep Token.

[@TWMonty]

‘How do I love thee, let me count the ways’ II is a beast of a drummer and deserving of all the recognition he received at the Drumeo awards. Bringing the kit back into the front with gospel, linear style playing. Vocals, soundscapes, genre blending, lyrics, long songs that progress/move through shades of black and white. Looking forward to the deep dive and figuring out why this material is so good!

[@ibrahimhumood2500]

When you talk about II drumming, first track comes to my mind (The Offering), As someone mentioned, you need a good headphone to live Sleep Token experience. Also Drumeo video will not disappoint, however you need to listen first to the recorded songs played in the video

[@Nora-di9pw]

The Offering is what sealed the deal for me too! the drum parts are 🔥🔥🔥

[@tragedyshero72]

Subscribed hoping for a deep dive. I love hearing people giving more technical analysis of what sleep token are doing. Just some info moving forward the band is vessel (the singer and the guy in the mask in the video) and vessel II (or just two). II writes and performs the drum parts and vessel writes and performs literally everything else in studio. For live shows they have a bass player and guitarist (III and IV) but vessel does everything but drums for the records. I feel knowing that adds important context when listening to their music.

[@Nora-di9pw]

Totally agree with this. Blew my mind when I found out vessel wrote everything but the drums! Vessel and ii are the best pairing!!

[@digitalmichael]

First, can't wait to watch you react to more of their videos. Subbing to make sure I don't miss any. Second, their drummer, in my opinion, is one of the top drummers in modern rock/metal right now. Hands down. Also, he did an interview and playthrough of songs for Drumeo about a month or so back that is killer. This whole band is super talented. Vessel and II (The drummer) write most of the material.

[@hosdrummer6735]

Great reaction my man - Sleep Token and also Bad Omens have been two of our favorite bands around the house the past year or so. Some very creative writing and performing! The Summoning also from Sleep Token is a phenomenal song. Take care!

[@oviate1]

This band is incredible. ii is hands down one of the best drummer in music. And Vessel (who does everything but the drums) is easily one of the best voices and songwriters around.

[@llSplice]

II is an absolute beast. His live drum playthroughs are incredible, you should definitely check it out.

[@NikkiWright-STLVR23]

Subbed for the deep dive man! They are soooo totally worth it! Not a bad song AT ALL!! Their whole discography is awesome. This band is special. Im here for it! ❤ Worship ❤

[@Meow-Meow501]

I’m So glad you’ve gotten to Sleep Token! I’m here for all of it ✌🏻

[@johnrichards2608]

Sleep token is amazing. Every song is different and unique. Glad you enjoyed it

[@owenwagner9017]

Vessel and II are like MJK and Danny Carey, both think outside the box and complement each other in the best way, while being incredibly talented.

[@Josh-so6nj]

Lead Singer- Vessel Drummer-II Bassist-III Guitarist-IV They also have backup vocalists during live performances but they might simply be fill ins for the tours, or they just simply haven't been openly identified

[@yilomina2047]

Sleep Token and Ren are the only two artists to really grab me in the past 30 years! And yes, the drummer (who goes by Vessel II, or just II) is insanely talented.

[@SyfTheParty]

You're about to go down an insane rabbit hole with these guys. First check out the video Alkaline An offering From ii. Enjoy!

[@Dark.Casper6]

Absolutely love the instant recognition of II

[@brbsnortingcatnip]

Subbed in anticipation of your journey down the rabbit hole. It's gonna be a trip.

[@Amiamigg]

so ready for this rabbit hole

[@MikeTM]

The Drummer (known as Vessel II, or just II for short) has a full interview on drumeo where you can see up close just how crazy he is and what influences him etc

[@nicci4724]

drumeo II!! he is so amazing. he does all of The Summoning.

[@Beldvlmnt]

Did the whole thing live! I believe it’s still up!

[@Chet_Thornbushel]

With your production/tech background I would LOVE to see you dive into some Nine Inch Nails. They’re so particular about the landscape and and space of their music, especially live…I think you’d have a great time getting into it 🖤

[@wickedPrints3256]

It's not programmed. Vessel II writes and performs everything. You should check out An Offering From Drumeo | Sleep Token II. It's amazing what he's able to do on the kit.

[@evaj2556]

Check out "The Summoning", their drummer ii sounds like a machine gun going off!! He's an absolute beast behind the kit!!

[@solldude]

Hey Almost all the songs on the album Take me back to eden has a video its always a camera panning around some kind of sculpture but they most defenetly have videos

[@roymendez6615]

It’s called A Offering from II. But he does use different mics on his kit

[@BimmyJaywalker]

Yes subbed for more Sleep Token. I dont care what track just do it man. Perfect reaction btw 🤘

[@LFV_1]

Best band on the planet Every song is gold Listen to the drum play through for Hypnosis-it’s insane For reaction, listen to ascensionsism next

[@Nora-di9pw]

Second this! Hypnosis’ drum parts are just filthy. In the best way.

[@matthewwilcox7484]

Hope you react to more of there songs. Especially the drumeo. Talk about live in Studio….❤

[@mkennedy319]

MOAR

[@darcystcorner2580]

I subbed to watch your journey and discovery. I do suggest you start at the beginning, is a full story💜 I concur about watching the interview with ii

[@oliviahelp1968]

Please check out more from sleep token! Love them!

[@silentamarok7089]

You need to react to II's Drumeo offerings

[@DerekWeber20]

Spoiler: Do not go down this rabbit hole if you're a Sleep Token fan and care about the band keeping their identities secret because I'm pretty sure without too much thinking you'll figure out II's name but this is very much the recording information for Sleep Token's amazing drum recording sound. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q17QlJl6m7SYn6ssi=pWnpDlADuaD0ogEP