Sleep Token - ‘Hypnosis’ An offering from II

[@thetruextremeicon]

Are we really getting a play through from everyone's favorite absolute unit of a drummer?

[@foxfiremusic8387]

Dude I’ve been wanting this for years I’m so excited

[@zekeescra5791]

But what's his name!?!?!?!

[@hookersterminaltackle]

@@zekeescra5791 vessel 2

[@UkiRams1884]

@Isaac Anthony can confirm correct

[@Andrew_James_Drums]

@Isaac Anthony hmmmmm. im like who who who who who who hahaha

[@Rory426]

Hits the cymbals like he's conducting an orchestra 🥰

[@mishkae]

He is a one man orchestra

[@fireblade274]

I totally caught that.. Im a danny carrey fanboi; this guy here with his movements, its the most calculated and orchistrated motions ive seen in a live drummer. it is like hes conducting an orchistra.

[@Rogreedo]

The Ringo style

[@ReecePlaysDrums_]

it's actually just perfect technique, gliding across them like that will make them last a lifetime!

[@Knightlight02]

@@ReecePlaysDrums_ this guy knows. Thecnique on point. Most drummers could only dream of playing this well technically speaking

[@LeeHarrison89]

Unbelievably talented drummer. Vessel is the soul, II is the beating heart. Worship.

[@tylerthurston7344]

And the blood shall pump through these veins like torrents.

[@apostolosfarmakis3659]

Looks a lot like Luke Hollands set by the way.

[@Hylxg]

@@apostolosfarmakis3659 Nah, the cymbals are set up too differently and Luke rarely uses two rack toms

[@tonytonytallboy]

@@Hylxg not to mention the technique is COMPLETELY different

[@apostolosfarmakis3659]

@@tonytonytallboy the technique is not that diferrent especially those hi hat rolls. As for the set i agree i checked afterwards.

[@Sidearmplace]

It’s scary how laid back and relaxed he is. He’s scary good!

[@dchristopher7]

One of my drum teachers kept telling me to loosen up.. I guess it looks something like this.. 👀

[@T-sm1bs]

hes using the hinges in his arm to create the movement. Drumming is super taxing without the right form.

[@vapid9943]

@@T-sm1bs flicking the wrists a lot. very jazz!

[@danjordan2625]

​@@vapid9943 classically trained. His drumeo interview gets me thinking he was studying music seriously in his youth

[@martinrivas40]

Yes!!​@@dchristopher7

[@1978SOOTY]

Just wicked. My 19 year old daughter got me on to this and just like her old man, she's got great taste in music.

[@BloodSavedMe]

Wholesome

[@alirezafazayeefard3417]

That is parenting done RIGHT!

[@AhmadAlkhatib-ys1yp]

you raised her right!

[@skyWalk02470]

My 13 year old daughter and I are hooked. Much love, Fam

[@andrewfletcher4329]

Just putting it out there, I'm 19 too! And yes Sleep Token is great!

[@whotfisdiesel]

I just found this band like a week ago and I'm already obsessed. And as a drummer I'm in awe of II

[@larsulrich2300]

Same. 7 days. And oh boy, did I get put to School. II is amazing!!!

[@johnb6174]

Totally agree!

[@sxndrxdh07]

same haha, i’m absolutely amazed

[@Jimbo386000]

Same! I can't believe I'd never heard of them before

[@soul_less_23]

Welcome home ladies and gentlemen.

[@craigmorse8724]

This dude has some of the best fills I've ever heard.

[@NoisieBastrdd]

for sure, absolutely tasteful

[@soul_less_23]

Love or hate Sleep Token, you need to acknowledge that this man is insanely good.

[@zacharyhullender8663]

I would be worried about a person that hates them, i guess you would have to detest music as a whole then.

[@soul_less_23]

@@zacharyhullender8663 i believe people that hate them are just purely jealous.

[@capnskullkid3849]

@@soul_less_23 they hate it because its mainstream, but if it wasnt mainstream i wouldnt have found it, talented people tend to be appreciated by many people when finally shown to the sunlight and both vessels are incomprehensibly talented.

[@DimlyLitFlame]

I can't imagine anyone hating this band's amazing music. But then again, some people will always find something to hate 😢

[@levilively8643]

Yeah he was a black metal drummer so he's definitely got the talent.

[@kevinoflion]

That cymbal grab at 4:29 -- hottttt

[@jaydrs5672]

That was so hottt omgg

[@lunasilver2973]

@@jaydrs5672 I KNEW i could not be the only one XD

[@SpaceMissile]

yeah, that was nice. 👌

[@dalekay9ine]

That snare drum sound is iconic.

[@randerins]

it goes like "tock"

[@AldermachXI]

clean as fuck

[@michaeldoyle189]

It reminds me of that heavy snare sound in old school jazz.

[@PEGGLORE]

Watch the Can - Paperhouse live performance. Watch a real jazz inspired drum machine playing on the drums..

[@Void-Realm]

I can't cope with how good this guy is. The drumming on every track is just outstanding.

[@TineEdong]

Listen to Monuments

[@connorbuell9180]

Listen to Chris turner

[@keroflobs]

Listen to *insert band/drummer*

[@avadakedavra6277]

Listen to Shannon Leto

[@inthepocketbass]

It takes so much time and effort to make something look so effortless. This band is so disciplined it's insane

[@tmak4699]

They remind me of Tool

[@TheeEndrew]

II, one of the best drummers in the world, giving us a taste of his immesurable talent. Worship.

[@TineEdong]

Who is he?

[@lauraharris1359]

@@TineEdong the point is that you don't know who any of them are

[@TineEdong]

@@lauraharris1359 kind of gay

[@zagreatandini2345]

@@TineEdong Dave grohl 😂

[@TineEdong]

@@zagreatandini2345 lmao!!!!!

[@grabarcnr]

This man hits the pocket and does not leave, despite how flashy he is. Absolute greatness. What a musician.

[@TheHouseOfMasks]

This was perfect.

[@robbiegill666]

Perfect as always Worship

[@coreyw5981]

Good to see youre a ST fan!

[@dxvexlmeida4256]

Indeed. I can only imagine the sweat tho haha sorry

[@DylNyeTheDrummerGuy]

When are you gonna show us a drum cover of something @the house of masks ?

[@noahfeikert7092]

AJ! Love seeing you here

[@sarahbellum6571]

This Band Will Become My Tomb

[@xanderalexander5258]

This man came up to me after their performance and shook my hand. It was in Oklahoma, where their tour in america started. this was before anyone was really listening to sleep token and i made sure to set the energy when they came out and i think he appreciated that lol. i should have never washed the black powder off my hand

[@levsco_]

I'm jealous, but they're gonna be in Oklahoma again this September and I can't wait to see them live

[@damianmonke3922]

Wait he was in OKLAHOMA! no one told me!

[@Poofter]

don't ego trip when some of us don't talk like that and we have been here for almost five years...the FOMA is real

[@DasBeefCake]

@@Poofter man you’re just going around starting shit on everyone huh? Got nothing better to do just because they reposted the video on social media huh?

[@xanderalexander5258]

@@Poofter so you started listening to them the same time everyone else did

[@kevinwinters9319]

Thank you Drumeo. Introducing II, and Sleep Token into my library will be greatly appreciated for the rest if time. To those who haven't seen his hour long offering on Drumeo I wonder why youd still be reading this.

[@davidlennox6085]

That was one of the cleanest drum play through's I've ever seen... .Worship.

[@RoderickvandenBrink]

Its an amazing performance, but I actually think that the best part of it is the fact that it is not 100% clean. It's a true performance and it has moments where it is not 100% tight because it is real and he did not fix it in post

[@J-Rock462]

@@RoderickvandenBrink yeah what's going on at 3:54 He's hitting the snare(ghost notes I know) and you can't hear it at all.

[@rusifuru4228]

@@J-Rock462 maybe not 100% clean, but 99.99%🤣

[@billolargo]

@@RoderickvandenBrink the snare *might* have been cleaned up/triggered/replaced in parts. Not certain. It's kinda expected on these kind of playthroughs anyways.

[@J-Rock462]

@@rusifuru4228 oh yeah it's still amazing! I'm a drummer so I'm watching every little hit haha. I hope all of them do a play through!!

[@Ellie_xo]

God he just makes it look so damn effortless

[@Void-Realm]

I'd kill to see a drum cover of High Water.

[@AshPlaysHorror]

Oh me too!!

[@the_wilson_smh]

I want to see one for The Offering!!

[@atomictoaster8013]

I’d kill to see them play high water live

[@Enigmalake]

You might get your wish without out the murdering

[@SKMusic1985]

Yep…that ending gets me going in my car every time 😂

[@theskincareskinny5006]

This drummer is on his way to being legendary, if he’s not there already… his technique is so CRISP and flawless!

[@nathanhunter6201]

He's so casual the whole time. Like, he's doing all of this outrageous shit on the drums and he's just chilling there like, hoo boy, Tuesdays, y'know?

[@DynastyInferno]

He's in the zone for sure.

[@gasergaming7713]

Outrageous shit 😂😂😂

[@shivala]

IIsday for sure 😘

[@taylorbrooks8613]

yo its a tuesday as im watching this... absolutely the best comment i have seen today.

[@Wholelottalugs]

Could literally listen to ii drum forever, absolutely enthralled by his dedication and skill.

[@icestorm_rb9057]

The tuning of the snare paired with the massive sound of the room, and the outstanding performance of II. This is what perfection sounds like. This is Sleep Token. Praise from the Philippines. Worship.

[@rhcp357]

snare is nassssssty

[@scalagitara]

Papuri

[@zwanorama]

I think the snare is triggered.

[@icestorm_rb9057]

@@zwanorama Not sure about that though, I don't see a trigger on the snare drum itself

[@wolfangel369]

I would happily just listen to his drumming like this on my playlist.....awesome ❤❤❤❤

[@rochastyle7235]

I found Sleep Token through watching Will Ramos of Lorna Shore do the vocal cover of this track and I’m glad he did because I can’t stop listening to this band. This track just hits my spine and it’s just a phenomenal musical journey. Watching the drum play through just makes it more incredible.

[@Tarantula7Tom]

I'm the same. The music gets under your skin!!

[@brandsdiggity]

I heard Will’s cover of Chokehold first and had to hear the original. One of the best decisions I have ever made musically

[@jnadine]

I went through a rabbit hole when I found them 😂 it was videos of metal vocalists guessing other bands different vocals. I stumbled across will’s video and was like, “oh this guy is so chill and cool?” Then at the end it showed his snarl from the end of the the hellfire and I was blown away. Then went to him doing videos with charismatic voice gushing over them, and then his cover videos, and FINALLY found sleep token 😂

[@joranmoore5663]

I found a live clip of this on tiktok and I was hooked ❤

[@meowmew444]

I always watch II's offerings when I need some comfort, joy, and inspiration. It's a beautiful gift to hear and see his playing in such great quality. I find that drummers are the most underrated members of bands since they're always in the background, so it's wonderful to see II getting the attention and love he deserves. Worship.

[@jordanbabcock]

Glad to see a drum playthrough, II is a beast!! Wonder if we'll ever see any vocal playthroughs from Vessel...? 👀

[@suburban-vampire]

Just like a 5 minute one shot of the guy's mask?

[@nicholassparks8841]

There's the blood sport video with vessel in the room below session..

[@infamousinferno2506]

@@suburban-vampire Someone's never seen/heard the "from the room below" version of Bloodsport. It's so much more than that. It's the closest you can get to the man.

[@DillonPatton]

@@infamousinferno2506 Best way anyone can describe that video. Just pure, raw emotion that honestly makes me slightly tear up thinking about it. Time to get back in my feels this Saturday morning lol.

[@annieallen1588]

.... He's just so damn graceful

[@ColieBear18]

That's such a good description. Hes so at ease

[@pineappl-e-3372]

He made this look absolutely effortless, truly an amazing percussionist

[@batsiebat7336]

The talent that drips from this video is insane. It really breathes all these little notes to life and shows just how much energy he exudes while playing. Simply breath taking.

[@_gangar_]

I don’t care what it is, I’m ready

[@frostfang1]

I'm not.

[@coreyw5981]

It'll be a drum playthrough

[@_gangar_]

@@coreyw5981 yo I was so excited I didn’t even read the description 😂

[@joshintroligator3261]

this is incredible, the fills, the ghost notes. Most people do not realize how insanely good this is.

[@Napalm-Eyes]

A great drummer makes an outstanding band. Love to see II getting the spotlight to show us some mad skills! Worship!!

[@JefftheKiller-hm7xk]

II I hope you see these comments and all the people you’re inspiring and helping. You beautiful soul you. Every member of Sleep token makes this band so special. Love it!

[@coreyw5981]

I swear ive been waiting over 4 years for a playthrough from him. Was hoping it was through an endorsement brands channel that way he can get more exposure

[@mohanklein5502]

there are some playthroughs of him haha :-)

[@coreyw5981]

@@mohanklein5502 where?

[@LeatherDaddy97]

@@JoeLuna237 you would have to know what his real name is

[@LeatherDaddy97]

@@coreyw5981 that requires his real name which most people arent just gonna drop in the comments

[@LeatherDaddy97]

@@JoeLuna237 no idea how to do that

[@Freamey]

I could watch this monster play drums all day and never get bored

[@martinrivas40]

I'm telling you this, I've seen and met a lot of drummers. He is the only one that I have to watch him when I'm playing his music. The way he spread how he plays the drums and the cymbals is unique. He looks like he is a funny guy as well. Those pictures of the videos are so funny..... Plus when you are so good on what yo love doing for a living they're like that. An example DOMINIK HASEK, ALEXANDER OVECHKIN, DAN REEVES RIP.

[@Mangofruitx]

The first song I listened to by Sleep Token, I said to my co-worker at 7am: “This drummer is absolutely insane, he gives the band the freedom to sound however they want and sound amazing doing it”. I’ve never been so proud of a first assumption.

[@lateralus0678]

That snare tone is absolutely insane, your fills are unlike any drummer I've heard before, *and* you look so relaxed while playing. I'm mad at myself for waiting this long to dive in.

[@slycooper7513]

I love this guy's drum style, a sneaky great drummer. HE SMOOTH WITH IT

[@fredayre-]

This is honestly what mastering an instrument sounds and looks like! Some people could try to reach this level their whole life and still not be close

[@Movie_Games]

Deftones were certainly an influence for this song

[@nigelsaunders6743]

I can't stop Watching......It's like I'm Under Hypnosis Legit though......Can't stop Watching/listening to this Track........ I'm just.....In Awe 🤯🙌🔥

[@poragburagohain87]

That hit at the breakdown after that pause was so satisfying

[@ArturoGarcia007]

And the part he mutes both cymbal hits 🔥

[@djvar94]

Just wanted to say, I can't stop replaying this over and over. Your playing style literally hypnotises me. It is a thing of beauty, but also this instrumental version without the vocals makes elements of this song shine where in the version with the vocals they are more hidden and definitely not obvious. I absolutely love the emotion in the chord progression and the fact that I can hear the bass a lot clearer here which feels like discovering this track once again. This by the way is one of my favourite songs from you guys, and it is the one I came to discover you in the first place. So for that I say thank you to you Sleep Token and to you II for bringing this absolute masterpiece of a performance.

[@therider4909]

Like you, I keep coming back to watch this video. It moves me to tears every time. I have been listening to a wide range of musical styles and incredibly talented artists for over 40 years and NEVER seen or heard anything quite as spectacularly brilliant as this. And I don't even play the drums.

[@loganwelty7094]

I’m at a loss for words. This man’s gift of rhythm is something truly special.

[@diode86]

I am not a drummer, but last time i was in awe with a drummer was with Gavin Harrison. Now II has refreshed my interest in listening and watching the drummers play.

[@renaexxx5246]

He is so freaking talented and he does it so effortlessly!! Simply amazing. WORSHIP.

[@faustoutloud]

My God that Kit Sounds like Heaven 👍. And with 2 Hitting them grooves and fills just right its Perfection 😊. ❤

[@pjbuma13]

Snare drum sounds amazing.

[@mwhitee]

II's snare is still the best sounding snare Ive ever heard in my life.

[@MaskedRiderChris]

This dude's groove is just plain impeccable, and he makes this look totally effortless! Best drummer I've seen in a long minute, for sure.

[@rebel_130]

It's insane how good he is, I've never appreciated drums so much until now, he really adds so much to the band with his sound, he's super talented

[@icanmakeeverythingilovedie9861]

Lore and fandom aside, the fact that these go out on stage and play actual sets with all those layers on is some legit dedication. Even if I didn't absolutely love these guys, I'd be hard pressed not to respect that.

[@max1549]

Good Lord every time I listen to this guy the snare just feels so right.

[@robynvanhorn]

Good god i love this drumming

[@AdNoctemMedia]

Absolutely love this band. Utter simplicity when it's needed and intricately complex when there's something more to be added. Nothing feels extraneous or wanting. Can't wait to see what else they'll do.

[@Poopoo-o6j]

He looks so fucking calm, it’s like it’s a walk in the park for him. It’s absolutely incredible.

[@JeremyBurch-td7no]

His snare sound is fucking otherworldly!!!!

[@selmonpogba6080]

Worship ! 🙌

[@prototype102010]

I hope we can get an Atlantic offering from Vessel soon. One of the single greatest album openers I've ever heard, and still gives me goosebumps. But this is truly WORSHIP seeing II be the absolute UNIT of a drummer he is. It's mesmerizing

[@paulwaddell7633]

That piano melody from Atlantic has been stuck in my head for days. Beautiful melodies from this band.

[@Opeckie]

THIS is the perfect drum sound. What an INCREDIBLE talent!

[@xXlAscendlXx]

This song is written so well, shout out to vessel and II for their writing skills. its unmatched

[@Disturbedmelloow]

Best drummer 2023 for sure!

[@jagspelargitarr]

One of the most interesting drummers in todays contemporary metal scene!

[@michaelglass9223]

Just can’t get enough of Sleep Token! 2 is an incredible drummer.

[@carlosonthedrums]

I watched this for a full minute and a half before I even noticed this was an instrumental version of the song. Ghost Note-Chop Fill Daddy has blessed us here.

[@LordVedad]

II got me into drumming again, after 12 years of not touching a kit. because life happened.. thanks for the inspiration ❤️

[@jonbonetti]

Blows me away how well he not only fills with complimenting accents but he uses space as well. Not a ton of ppl with the guts to let the silence make music 🙏

[@briannanavarro5432]

It just looks so….natural. So fluid, literally hypnotizing. No pun intended but also kind of intended. Edit: I wanted to add this in because I feel like I have to. My husband introduced me to them, he was trying to explain the lore to me and i became absolutely fixated. I usually never go for this kind of horizon of music but Sleep Token is clearly different than your average. My husband is overseas currently so we share this bond of music together amongst other things. I actually ended up having a dream that we went to one of their performances and almost the whole time we just stood next to each other silently crying in a happy/blissful way. There's something so powerful about these people and the way they operate behind the masks.

[@Annatar_Lord_of_Gifts]

The sign of a god tier drummer

[@David13579]

4:27 That double cymbal grab was awesome The whole thing is awesome

[@PK14701]

This drummer is absolutely amazing. God I love this band!

[@myveryhipusername]

This band has captivated my entire soul in less than 14 days. Really wish I was around for their early days but I’m not going anywhere from now on. ❤

[@oviate1]

Dude’s fills are crispier than a perfectly cooked potatoes chip!!

[@martinbrown1913]

crisps you heathen

[@oviate1]

@@martinbrown1913 They are English, so touché 😂

[@adamc4576]

​@@martinbrown1913 potatoes chip

[@gasergaming7713]

@@martinbrown1913 😂😂😂😂😂

[@rowdyringsak9448]

This shit gives me the chills. How easy he makes it look. Speaking as a drummer. That shit is more than impressive...

[@dannyrash4777]

I LOVE how he sweeps his symbols. It’s sooo smooth, and probably adds a lot of life to them too

[@jessecompestine7861]

This dude is insane. The licks this guy is playing are jaw dropping. Effortless. Going on Sunday stroll for this guy. Wow.

[@Gardner33]

The way he makes this look effortless and his rhythm is mind blowing

[@sparkchaser25]

Came from Drumeo’s video “Greyson Nekrutman hears Sleep Token for the first time” I am sorry to say I’d never heard of nor listened to Sleep Token before today…but I listened to Take Me Back to Eden while leaving work, downloaded a few songs and now looking forward to their show in Dallas next month!!!

[@rockyowitz]

Also, complete props to everyone involved with the audio engineering and mixing (Carl, Jim, and George). Y'all did some incredible work, and these might be my favorite drum sounds I've heard in a long time.

[@VoxVirtus86]

II makes it looks effortless.

[@patricktopp2377]

As a ex drummer myself, I must say that I’m just absolutely in love with your playing, it touches me like nothing before, in my humble opinion, your probably the best drummer I’ve ever seen, keep it up ❤️

[@zacharyhullender8663]

Its his flow with the sticks that's so unique. 25 years of music obsession & hes one of the rarest in how he performs. Its literally hypnosis watching him play.

[@VIPER401]

Drumeo brought me here! This is gold!

[@amandacoffey6170]

This drummer is pure rhythmic madness stuffed into a human body. 🖤 Worship!

[@AwesomeShotStudios]

That's playing on another level. And just listen to that fantastic mix. Worship.

[@DrewHuggins423]

II’s drum tone is immaculate! That snare is like butter and the drums sit so well in the mix.

[@quinnf7839]

I keep returning to II’s offerings. The most incredible drummer. Worship

[@MultiBernadette1]

Lost count of the amount of times I have watched this. Superb skills.

[@monsieurbreakdown4814]

Finally some love for one of the most talented drummer out there. Whoever this man is, he's a powerful inspiration.

[@shannonollinger8712]

He makes it look SO effortless

[@kingkoopa_]

More of these vids. Bring the rest of the members into the fold. Guitar play throughs, bass play throughs. Worship!

[@NYXKISS]

Snare goes crazy 🔥

[@HarryIrvine]

that snare POPS

[@MattSommersReptiles]

This dude is currently the best drummer in music, not just metal but music period. Worship.

[@simga5372]

Delta is better.

[@benz73993]

This drummer is going to quickly become one of the best in my opinion. Timing is crazy and all over the lot seamlessly. I am so thankful to have been able to see this. All of Sleep Token are talented in their own rights. A great band and engulfing music. What a drummer gosh ! Worship

[@bradyischamp1641]

That was literally some of the cleanest drumming I think Ive ever seen

[@bflamable]

Thé definition of a great evening!! He playin, me lookin 😁🤩

[@iamafieldonfire]

Yes, this person is an absolute beast behind the kit, but is no one talking about how pretty their eyes are??? The combo has me swooning.😍

[@Malc180s]

Creepy

[@zacharytuttle]

It’s Adam Petter. That’s the drummer

[@jamiefairchild4492]

Me too 😍 he has beautiful eyes! I always love singers most in my favorite bands... But damn. I think he has changed that for me!! Love vessel. But 2 has me focused on a whole different aspect to music !

[@lexikareen6093]

🖤🤘 my dad would have loved this drummer and his double peddle. Thank u for existing, u have awoken something that was asleep in me, feeling🖤