Steve Asheim - Blast Beats & Double Bass Technique

Steve Asheim from Deicide & Order Of Ennead covers various blast beat and double bass techniques.

[@njnyhc]

Can't believe people hating on Steve. He is a monster. He has been doing this probably before a lot of you were born.

[@Psypher169]

What is the hate going on for Steve? i've actually never heard anything on him in ages.

[@jamesadamgleason9471]

Literally no one ever has listened to Deicide and was like damn that drummer sucks

[@depouillementpersonnel]

Except Taylor Swift fans, no one who’s a musician hates on Steve 😂

[@HonkeyKongLive]

Most underrated drummer in death metal. No one EVER mentions him for some reason.

[@jeffreylieberman8079]

100% Agree.

[@brantleymyers884]

he was already one of the best,now Overtures of blasphemy later he's gotta be the best

[@ollaitsrealgood]

Because he honestly kind of sucks. :\

[@AFrames763]

Solid and brutal. He writes a lot of the songs also.

[@AV57]

A lot of people view Deicide as if it's Glenn's solo project, and then overlook the other members.

[@steely666]

Steve is a brilliant drummer. No deicide, without him.

[@plasticfork2449]

Deicide died when the Hoffman's left

[@Vor_Tex_Sun]

He's a beast

[@mcmlxxxi2186]

@@plasticfork2449 No. Deicide would die if Steve left.

[@juniorsilvaabreu]

​@@plasticfork2449 the Hoffmann brothers were great guitarists but Steve also composes riffs on the guitar I believe he is today the main composer and creator of Deicide songs

[@lordgarbage4319]

​@@plasticfork2449 Really now, what have the hoffman brothers released since they left deicide? go ahead and blow me away with the amazing albums they have written since then, i'm waiting

[@BigMuff75]

Hi, this is.... er... Steve Asheim from Deicide. Brilliant! :-)

[@philipnaclerio2578]

That was good 🤣

[@666darkwisdom]

clearly he is high as hell - you know how I can tell - I am high right now writing this shit :)

[@royasaifi5653]

Hey you look high as hell at this video. 🤣

[@danlc95]

He paved the way for many others. Much respect.

[@jonathanduplantis1403]

He writes the music, plays drums, guitar, piano, bass

[@panzerwaffen2873]

Yeah violin... Celo... ARPA ... Bata...armonica etc ... The fuk people have to lie where did you get that stupid dumbfuk

[@dirkdiggler5821]

....and brands Glen's skull 💀

[@brunovallesmunoz4757]

Dont forget his lyrics man!!

[@magnus652]

Ha, I love how he pauses to think about what his own name is at the beginning. Hail Steve!

[@aeugnewtype]

Cocaine is one hell of a drug

[@samuelbrouff1710]

Think he has had a drink

[@luciferdzhugashvili]

The irony here is that Steve’s at his best when he’s NOT doing blast beats. Those shuffle and groove parts on the first two albums always get me.

[@DrumsAndMetal]

This is........ Who the hell am I again?

[@richardholmes7199]

The wicked people never appear to do that!

[@siberianwolf777]

He would say - Oh boy, that crack was so crashing the hood

[@JoseCastillo-eq8em]

Lmaoooo too funny

[@sdry]

um... legend or something

[@Str1ng5]

Lol true metal pothead .

[@kaihunlu2345]

"it can come in handy".....what a great line,.......this guy been blasting for 30! years

[@kaihunlu2345]

it's the greatest line. I was waiting for "in case you get in a jam."

[@dirkdiggler5821]

Haha yeah thought the same!

[@TheKalleankan]

He plays so beastly, his blast are even called "Blast Beasts"

[@chriscrim751]

Thanks Steve, been a fan since 1990. You crush it Sir!

[@sausagefingers666]

This is uhh, (fucks my name again?) Steve Asheim from Deicide.

[@xiiTzVenommmHD]

+sausagefingers666 He's probably nervous.

[@ukspizzaman]

I know this is one year old, but I spat beer.

[@SinistaMinista666]

lmfao!

[@CenobiteBeldar]

😂😂😂

[@Aaron_Gentry]

Steve's drumming works perfectly for a band like Deicide. I'm sure he's loads more talented on the drums than what he shows here

[@jamesadamgleason9471]

Exactly. People just assume he cant lay down a jazz masterpiece

[@Madbutcher305]

He's probably the most important guy in Deicide too, seeing as he writes most of the music.

[@wesleywarsmith1113]

Hi this is uh Stevie Asheim and I'm here to prove you can Do Extreme Drumming Stoned.

[@bjrgneutenforstaende5428]

Landon Warsmith His drumming is very average, it's his level of stoned that's extreme.

[@vladimpaler6606]

Lmaol

[@mikegraham4059]

Bjørgne Utenforstående Ok, hero drummer.

[@jeffreylieberman8079]

He is a fantastic drummer and a great person overall, hands down.

[@moonloop6]

Steve is one of the originators of this kind of extreme drumming. Definitely a pioneer. It's crazy how under rated he is among drummers. Almost like Alex Lifeson among guitarists.

[@joedell71]

That mutant forearm muscle he has looks CRAZY. Looks like he could crush rocks with his bare hands.

[@ryzardbloodtheheart4704]

Steves playing and kit sound on the self titled DEICIDE album is second to none , definitely one of the best Tom sounds to this day ! No wank there bruz all balls .

[@boogabooga2916]

Steve os such a brutal and strong drumming force \m/ bought DEICIDE "DEICIDE" when i was 12 and never turned back. Been studying and playing his kick ass playing for the last 30 years. Thanks Steve!

[@jeffreylieberman8079]

The same for me but I was 14

[@taladro47]

Hi, this is.... er... (what's my fucking name?.... Why am I here?... Oh yeah...!) Steve Asheim from Deicide (very good Steve!)

[@TheFLOMAN76]

Such a nice and humble dude. I met you guys back in 98 in Massillon Ohio. The Machine... If anybody remembers that was there. Deicide still kicks ass to this day!!

[@jadewindsong5175]

I love this guy. Just an all around very cool person and I love seeing him share with us in this. I wish I could find me good drummer soon for my own band. Thanks for sharing. Keep on keeping it brutal!!!

[@rockonguitar8117]

I saw Deicide in Chicago at Joe's on Weed Street around 2006. The amplification of Steves drums was so heavy that it nearly caused my heart to go out of rhythm! Killer show! Great video! Thank you!

[@lordultor9870]

Look at that forearm muscle :()

[@divinederelicts2956]

Lol. Forearms got its own bicep

[@martinezsuastegui]

For me its about Dave Lombardo, Gene Hoglan, Pete Sandoval, and of course Steve Asheim

[@notasilicaanimus]

Didn't know he could blast so well. Definitely underrated. Nice ride patterns during the double bass routines.

[@eliashasketdeathy.2933]

Talented. A great percussionist. Love Deicide.

[@panzerwaffen2873]

Percussionist???

[@eliashasketdeathy.2933]

@@panzerwaffen2873 actually a definition and I actually said professional percussionist. Quote verbatim

[@eliashasketdeathy.2933]

As a matter of fact in my opinion Deicide is the hardest can't say Benton didn't do the things he did. Legion is still one of the most technically difficult death metal masterpieces they finished in twenty minutes...being rushed they had to slow the recording down..

[@jeffreylieberman8079]

It's funny because people used to confuse me with him. I used to look spitting image to Steve with my long hair, and probably still would if I had it still. Steve is awesome. I met him Backstage on the Once Upon the Cross tour, super nice guy.

[@hazardeur]

did you use those looks the one time when you could benefit from them by sneaking in acting as Steve himself?

[@satarello]

amazing playing with full of energy and passion and feeling..

[@ozi76]

Arm like Quagmire after discovering internet porn.

[@lordgargamel4124]

Am i the only one who sees this guys freakish forearm muscles during his blasts? When he stars his blasts he has this massive lump where his arms creese is.

[@hellbilly8836]

this dude is really cool, he is a true professional, and not a rock star when you meet him in person, keep kickin ass Steve!

[@peterphoenix6471]

Well not a guy who's used to being the centre of attention...and don't think he took some time to warm up either??? Lucky we already know you're a genius Steve!!

[@marcofischietti9380]

i like deicide first album of 1990 and legion

[@bjrgneutenforstaende5428]

Slayerfan Reign In Blood I much prefer the Amon demo's production than the self titled.

[@philipnaclerio2578]

I totally agree, those two first albums were excellent

[@jeffreylieberman8079]

Glen Benton admits to having issues with his vocals after Legion. Unfortunately, I don't think we will ever hear the first two album sounds from his vocals ever again. Damn.

[@sgarcia91789]

Mr. Ashiem, please excuse these people, they know nothing about metal and what amazing talent you have. I am your biggest fan, EVER! You are a freaken God to me. I hail to you, Steve Ashiem. *devil horns*

[@Aleksanterioo]

Great drumming skills! 🤘🤘

[@jeffreylieberman1668]

Even at the end of 2022, Steve Asheim still rules as one of the best drummers of all time. Steve and Pete "Commando" Sandoval leading the pack, probably followed by Inferno from Behemoth. 🤘

[@jessieadamsclothing]

Its not about musical taste its about talent overall. Steve is actually an amazing classical pianist as well as an accomplished composer.

[@ronson197730]

The god father! This man transports to another realm when he is on the kit.

[@DeathOnDemand666]

Steve is also the Drummer for Order of Ennead. And he is superb.

[@shawnhapney8784]

He may have took a couple rips off a joint prior to his work that day! Ha! But he is one of the most ruthless bull strength drummers I've ever seen live!

[@istdenji5178]

The double bass of this man is crazy

[@jonathanduplantis1403]

Met him 5 times. Awesome dude

[@IamMichaellucifer13]

And this is why I love Deicide, Steve has always been a phenomenal drummer, anyone who talks shit is not metal and knows nothing of these bands who started it all, and should be thanking them for taking Thrash Metal to a whole new level of darkness and speed.

[@Stretch213]

I seen deicide in 94 when I was 13 at the thirsty whale in suburban Chicago. I'm a bad ass thank you steve

[@osbaldohernandez9174]

Dude Is a beast with the drummers doesn’t get the credit he deserves

[@auebetv]

The best. He makes it look easy!

[@geforce9009]

He's an excellent drummer! U guys have to know the difference between studio and live.. Almost no ones plays 100% live. When u record in the studio they actually smooth it out and put the notes where they need to be. Well it's an option. Now they use triggers for live performance which is used for a consistant tone.. Makes a huge difference.

[@scottpelhamsr9500]

Best drummer ever. My favorite.

[@dumahdrummer654]

I can honestly say, I've never seen any other drummer play blasts with closed fingers

[@marcofischietti9380]

i don't like deicide , but steve asheim is one of best death metal drummers

[@stoopidhaters]

If you like FUCKING SLAYER, how could you not like DEICIDE? Jokes, no problem, good to see you like Reign in Blood, great album, I do prefer Hell Awaits and Show No Mercy though.

[@leany6298]

+Vinny V SLAYEEER

[@stoopidhaters]

Mac Gordon FUCKING SLAYEEERRR!!!!

[@Invocated_Agitator]

SLAYER KURWA!!!

[@yulikusrini7096]

it's just about mood

[@yellowveedub]

I could watch/listen to this man play daily

[@brantleymyers884]

Years later the scars of Steve's crucifix have put him on another level

[@javiermb6253]

The driving force behind Deicide!!! and also a competent guitarrist!!!

[@njnyhc]

I see where you are coming from but my philosophy is to learn to play all styles. I'm not really even into extreme metal unless there are breakdowns and grooves. Groove metal is my favorite, but the ability to play the drum parts to bands like Deicide, Nile, Hate Eternal, etc. is just insane. Believe me, I am a huge Weckl, Colaiuta, Chambers, Rich, Roach, Cobham, Gadd, etc. fan. I love most styles, and anyone who plays something that I know is difficult earns my respect.

[@alanbbrady8196]

Louis Bellson was a jazz pioneer who was the first to perform with double bass kicks. I freaked out when I learned this.

[@TheManglerPolishDeathMetal]

old and good druming up there ! fucking great

[@TheManglerPolishDeathMetal]

still !!!

[@1asotspla]

Always reminds me of a king riding in on his battle horse.

[@sjang816]

whenever I need a laugh his intro never fails

[@juannegrette605]

Thx for drum usage different sounds and kicks

[@aypes]

maestro sus Toms de aire son lo mejor !

[@RequintoCarreras]

"hi, this is uhh .........(whats my name again?.. oh yeah).. steve asheim from Deicide.." i think he smokes to much weed.. awesome drummer

[@jasongood6550]

My favorite DRUMMER🤘💀🤘

[@raysanace4363]

My fav drummer.

[@aamespublishing]

Steve Asheim is definitely one of the greatest death metal drummers of all time! True legend!

[@Imban3z]

Oh god I laughed so hard! You made my day sir

[@steve1982n]

🤣

[@Bumbaclot213]

THE SLAYER BEAT!!!

[@DrewCHollingshead]

His audition tape for Slayer is flawless.

[@AaronEXtremeMetal696]

i never knew snoop dogg playing drums

[@Ebolacrash]

A god you are sir LEGEND

[@Chuloloc]

Awesome. Much respect for Steve Asheim.

[@NZ92673]

He's been doing interviews for 30 years and gas yet to bite someone's head off like Glen Benton! All kidding aside I feel he's the best death metal drummer.

[@josephkunath4173]

This was on a bonus dvd with the deluxe scars of the crucifix album

[@kennyboy4401]

Steve has always come across as cool, pretty much writes all the music for Deicide now

[@manduheavyvazquez5268]

One the best drummers ever of metal beside nick barker, nils dominator, Reno h killerich, Dave susuki, Raymond Herrera, Clive burr, Dave Holland. Greatness

[@CharlieWielowski]

Pete Sandavol, too!

[@pinnerspinner8389]

Steve Ashiem is death metals Neil Peart. His drumming just isnt about going as fast as you can. His hits are as far as i can hear always in the pocket. His timing is incredible. He is so fluent with his rhythm and he can blast for really long too. Homage for Satan for instance..he frigin rips on that live and never loses tempo. He is solid. Also this video is a straight up cam, no line in, pre mixed shit and it still sounds clear and good.

[@VertigoGTI]

Wish we had a footcam view, if only to figure out how his kicks are setup. They sound bad ass considering it was prolly recorded on a Motorola Rzr

[@BreakingGlass77]

He actually knows his shit unlike these other newer drummers who just go up there and play whatever the fuck they think is cool

[@SlyHikari03]

That ride cymbal is pretty neat, i wonder what ride he uses..

[@nunyabizz8859]

I get lost with my name as well lol glad we still have some of the godfathers around despite all the drug intake and hard living, we've lost too many..

[@AQganon]

I use one foot for alternating blasts, but two for hammer blasts.

[@christopherbrooks4558]

Very underrated drummer.

[@juliebirb7162]

He's got beautiful arms.

[@manduheavyvazquez5268]

When he plays the devil possessed to him. Greatness.

[@drummermikerocks1]

thats very true my friend. and also thank you very much for your nice compliment. im not at all saying that he is a bad drummer. its just the way i saw him gripping his sticks looked very peculiar to me thats all. and hey i was self taught for almost a year before i started taking formal lessons. now i attend the musicians institute in hollywood. i study under many teachers but in particular a guy named rob carson. look up rob carson's video "Rob Carson SCV snare drum: rare footage"

[@Deadbydawn71]

Steve is awesome and IMO he is the best.

[@shawnhapney8784]

That's one nasty ping ride! I like it!

[@hanssimmons9258]

Whoever the sorry fiends that gave this a negative rating all 165 of ya can put those thumbs down right up your butt. This guy goes off of classical techniques and has adapted and improvised them to last over 20-30 years to a perfection. He is every bit as technical but can play with a completely different tempo that is extremely hard to keep up with even the best f****** players. Well anyways Steve Asheims a bad mofo...🤣☠️🖤🎵🎶🎵🎶

[@hanssimmons9258]

Absolutely love how he gives Suffocation shout out for the complexities that they play.

[@kiwidubz]

dude looks blazed.

[@drumskinninja]

i love how he plays so well but looks like hes not even trying DEICIDE FUCKING RULES!

[@baffifinti78]

wow great

[@coleycole2nite]

Steve is an OG!!!

[@andraengelhardt4402]

Killer

[@cadehicks5091]

Underrated as hell

[@Faygo33]

Steves pretty underated if you ask me

[@CamiloMoyaBaterista]

Amazing drummer Legend

[@yyyyyy175]

Looks so effortless

[@LastGhost1]

Who the fuck Im? Ah Right! Steve Asheim from Deicide :)

[@riffaudnono1149]

Excellent 🎼🇫🇷🤘

[@shawnhapney8784]

That left hand blasting takes some serious endurance to keep steady. I mean there's just no fucking mercy with it! It'll break a man quick!