Steve Asheim - Blast Beats & Double Bass Technique

[@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 😂

[@kristophertibbets5986]

Who the Hel has ever hated on Steve? I’ve never had that. And I’ve been jamming Deicide for a little over 30 years.

[@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. :\

[@Babaji77777]

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.

[@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. 🤣

[@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

[@danlc95]

He paved the way for many others. Much respect.

[@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

[@chriscrim751]

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

[@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!!

[@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!

[@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.

[@coachalphalfa]

More irony...I've watched him play for years, and this is by far the best stick technique I've seen from him. He can look very lost and amateur playing sometimes lol. He even plays some heel toe swivel these days. He sure didn't back in the day lol

[@TheKalleankan]

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

[@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 .

[@Madbutcher305]

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

[@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

[@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 .

[@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.

[@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!

[@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!!!

[@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!!

[@notasilicaanimus]

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

[@satarello]

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

[@joedell71]

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

[@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!

[@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..

[@juannegrette605]

Thx for drum usage different sounds and kicks

[@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.

[@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]

😂😂😂

[@Heroic_Flamethrower_Operator]

Great drumming skills! 🤘🤘

[@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.

[@martinezsuastegui]

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

[@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!)

[@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?

[@DeathOnDemand666]

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

[@yellowveedub]

I could watch/listen to this man play daily

[@ozi76]

Arm like Quagmire after discovering internet porn.

[@jonathanduplantis1403]

Met him 5 times. Awesome dude

[@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. 🤘

[@istdenji5178]

The double bass of this man is crazy

[@osbaldohernandez9174]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@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!!

[@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.

[@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.

[@aypes]

maestro sus Toms de aire son lo mejor !

[@brantleymyers884]

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

[@lordultor9870]

Look at that forearm muscle :()

[@divinederelicts2956]

Lol. Forearms got its own bicep

[@SlyHikari03]

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

[@darkkrenaissance42]

2024 he is playing more solid and powerfully than ever !

[@auebetv]

The best. He makes it look easy!

[@javiermb6253]

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

[@dumahdrummer654]

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

[@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*

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!

[@josephkunath4173]

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

[@Chuloloc]

Awesome. Much respect for Steve Asheim.

[@theskepticalskeptic]

His stuff is hard to play man- respect🤘

[@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

[@khalez1471]

He has his distinctive blast.

[@pedroguzmanulloa1176]

Sabes hacer otro redoble?

[@raysanace4363]

My fav drummer.

[@kennyboy4401]

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

[@aamespublishing]

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

[@marcofischietti9380]

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

[@Vinnay94]

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

[@Vinnay94]

Mac Gordon FUCKING SLAYEEERRR!!!!

[@Invocated_Agitator]

SLAYER KURWA!!!

[@yulikusrini7096]

it's just about mood

[@yyyyyy175]

Looks so effortless

[@TheManglerPolishDeathMetal]

old and good druming up there ! fucking great

[@TheManglerPolishDeathMetal]

still !!!

[@scottpelhamsr9500]

Best drummer ever. My favorite.

[@1asotspla]

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

[@drewchollingshead92]

His audition tape for Slayer is flawless.

[@christopherbrooks4558]

Very underrated drummer.

[@Tomahawkfls]

Man, nice technique!

[@Hytski23]

nice vid from steve!

[@CamiloMoyaBaterista]

Amazing drummer Legend

[@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"

[@jasongood6550]

My favorite DRUMMER🤘💀🤘

[@tylerdrummer9702]

is that a 40in+ china in the middle?

[@Ebolacrash]

A god you are sir LEGEND

[@shawnhapney8784]

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

[@cadehicks5091]

Underrated as hell

[@baffifinti78]

wow great

[@Anton4x4]

Very well !

[@TatianaRacheva]

Thank you. I like the part that starts @ 3:50. Also, are those bike shorts? I was wondering what people wear. Not a bad idea.

[@AQganon]

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

[@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.

[@AncientNecropsy]

master.

[@BillyMuir]

@zgates it is odd man, its like deicide are defo always mentioned with there impact in death metal but it always reverts back to glen and steves just in the background.

[@coleycole2nite]

Steve is an OG!!!

[@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.

[@manduheavyvazquez5268]

When he plays the devil possessed to him. Greatness.

[@Bumbaclot213]

THE SLAYER BEAT!!!

[@Deadbydawn71]

Steve is awesome and IMO he is the best.

[@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!

[@juliebirb7162]

He's got beautiful arms.

[@666Royston]

Steve Asheim is the master blaster \m/

[@gnusmas1914]

alpha china and crash what is the hats and ride anyone know?

[@sjang816]

whenever I need a laugh his intro never fails