Thomas Lang: "Mallory" Performance

Thomas performs the song "Mallory".
Excerpted from Thomas Lang's award-winning "Creative Coordination" DVD.
More information at HudsonMusic.com

[@MetalionMusic]

One of the most technically proficient drummers I've ever seen... masterful! Watch closely for the way he accents certain beats with his right foot using both a "heel up" and "heel down" approach to produce this effect in the "chorus" sections!

[@IlnousaimeleMonsieur]

Before you complain "OH MY GOSH HE'S SUCH A SHOWOFF" remember this is part of a drum video. He's using the techniques he's discussed in his instruction. He's not just showing off, there's a reason he's doing those 32nd notes on the kick.

[@j.franknash8989]

I wouldn't care if he was showing off, that shit is hot

[@Noel6031]

Ååå

[@JakobStrand]

I would have loved to see you in Dream Theater bro!

[@CVV123456]

Totally agree he does have that metal edge that mangini lacks. . Mangini is fenomenal but he sounds like his drumset is mAde of a bunch of pringles cans and only marks the sticks, he do not bangs them like thomas

[@channelbree]

plus Mangini studied same college as the other guys, just similar background. Thomas Lang is for me the undoubted top drummer on Earth right now.

[@jigergargoles3426]

Cu VV123456

[@BillyN31]

Jakob Strand absolutely

[@jeus_saaa]

@Daniel Gomez wasn't he supposed to be the one but scheduling issues came to play?

[@NealYakopinDrums]

Sleeveless tux with some red converse. What an OG

[@wildanS]

I have his Paiste 2000 Power Ride which he used in the 80s and early 90s. My bandmate Michael Lang is his cousin and he got the cymbal from him and passed it on to me some years ago.

[@spencerhill712]

congratulations

[@85Aheadstix]

paiste are crap cymbals, they crack so easily. the best cymbals are AAX Sabian stage crashes. 5 years old... not a nik!

[@themrsunshineyay]

soooo in love with his footwork:(

[@eerocks]

this is epic!

[@ZiliosRock]

awesome song!

[@dhejosousa2400]

Meu irmão que som massa!!!

[@Viersen98]

It will take a long time till i can play this song... Bassdrum part especially :)

[@annes1991]

@skinkis1234 he is a one man show...he goes on tours with artists and occasionally gives drum clinics...

[@Kaikojo]

@AwesomeVideosHere Sonor GDPR Giant Step Double Bass Drum Pedal, i believe.

[@bullahub]

@helixnebula2 It defies my troll-thinking, but you are absolutely right. It's probably just because I'm not used to it.

[@deliciousmentalfudge]

Is this a song by someone, or did Lang write it?

[@agee23]

The noticeable difference between the accents and taps on his feet is amazing.

[@BarefootAndrew]

Yes, looks like he plays taps heel down then goes heel up for the accents, staggering technical ability.

[@the6ig6adwolf]

He's essentially playing ghost notes with his feet. Hella cool.

[@BstandardDan]

he is playing a double bass beat withing the double bass beat. fucking next level as fuck

[@alanray1644]

+daniel lopez what

[@Haiasiriku]

+Alan Ray lol same

[@konradbott350]

The epitome of "control". You can tell by every hit he is an experienced session-drummer. Very impressive every time...

[@xerix10]

arnold schwarzenegger on the drums

[@ChipsNeeson]

They're both Austrian.

[@lingonberriesofwrath1836]

That's the austrian look.

[@vinskilindqvist4554]

zDrums and the same zodiac sign

[@BillyN31]

xerix nope

[@drageben145]

Theycdon't call him the druminator for nothing

[@samdepaepe6534]

Train Of Thought intro ;)

[@jpeg-transistor2161]

And Rammstein's Mein Teil

[@irishdali]

His wife needs to stop him from wearing these outfits before performances... seriously.

[@TheNyhm1]

It's okay to show off when you're as technically perfect as this guy. I know I would dot ii I had his talent. Btw. ... I don't think this is showing off

[@the6ig6adwolf]

The accented kick pattern is awesome!

[@FrenchRockNRolla7]

To me this track is the ultimate guide to heavy metal drumming. You can hear so many fills, breaks or even patterns that any metal drummer must be able to play. I love drums, I love this track (or demo) and I'm a Thomas Lang fan!!!

[@KarlDutschke]

"Bleed" by Meshuggah would be a warmup for Thomas...

[@kandupaisa]

You just hit a point i never thought about

[@archologyzero]

NAH...he'd probably have to practice it for a month or so before he could nail it. I mean... hes great, but most of his work is pretty standard when it comes to the the rock stuff.

[@kandupaisa]

But we both know, his blastbeat technique and his timing, is like the one of a clock. So I think it would not be really a challenge

[@mikesliff]

Zero chance. Haake has more groove in his pinky on a Thursday night than Lang has in his entire career of playing.

[@michaelfadian]

Im sure he could do it. But it wouldn't be as easy as you think. Don't underestimate Tomas Haake.

[@frankburdodrums8984]

They keep showing his feet because go try and play quarter notes on your left foot and play in and out on your right foot and let me know how terrible you are at it. That is if you're honest.

[@lul_9451]

Yeah, he also alternates between heel down and heel up to play the accents. It's hard as hell.

[@Safestassets]

I'll be honest, I can't do it. haha

[@CipherSerpico]

That looks like a suit Mac would wear on Always Sunny.

[@lowriderstliving]

I could give a fuk if the guy likes tube steak or fur pie. He kicks ass on the skins!

[@TheSunMoon]

Amazing limb independence. The intro is kinda like Mein Teil, by Rammstein.

[@gergenfonchen]

The volume control he has on those kick pedals is absolutely nuts, I love how warm the tone is on them.

[@jpcyphers]

The thing I don't dig about this, is having his cymbals on his boom stands the way he does. His cymbals clearly smack into the booms when he hits them on accents. Looks cool, but that's it.

[@50WTLYD]

I feel ya. I wouldn't want them hitting against anything especially the boom part

[@FelixOlschewski]

+jpcyphers This being an educational DVD makes it even more questionable but it appears to be one of the unsolved problems with large drum kits. And I've seen drummers so worse things for the camera.

[@PNW_Sportbike_Life]

I mount my China like that. It doesn't move much though.

[@gnsumas]

Everyone who made it to the auditions are among the best in the business. Can't fault the guys in DT for choosing one over the other, really.

[@andrb92]

Its insane with his double kick! its sick that hes can add a single beat kick into a double kick with his right foot, and have his left still goign with the double. this guy can keep a beat better than a metronome

[@camwhite7808]

I love being able to see the beaters hitting the bass drums through the acrylic. You don't often get to see this style of playing in that manner.

[@HealthWellnessCO]

I wonder if he's developed carpal tunnel from resting his heel throughout countless 16's bass pedals - holy strain.

[@marionavarro6043]

Yeah he actually has...google "thomas lang carpal tunnel". I know he had it in both hands and feet, but only recall reading about him getting surgery in his hands.

[@conorm2524]

@@marionavarro6043 Is that why he stopped traditional grip?

[@MattKlee]

it always comes down to the facts... if you dont like a video than watch a different video you can never deny the talent and hard work this man has put into his craft point blank. awesome drumming

[@seamorebuns2305]

as far as technique goes, lang really is on top of the game..he can play amazing rhythms with 6 bass drum pedals..no one else in the game can do that, not even jojo mayer. its funny though, jojo is the only one whom I've ever seen execute the push/pull technique while drumming, that is his thing after all..im sure buddy rich would be droppin his jaw at that stuff ;)

[@sparklingmadness9139]

best technique^^ never seen a drummer playing so many variations with such precision and constant quality. thank good there are drummers outside which know how to use such a giant drummset :D

[@SirPhoenix91]

I love how all of Hudson's videos begin with As I Am by Dream Theater \m/

[@MichaelBrown-x1q]

It is so good to see that Thomas doesn't overplay with a song! Because he is the best, and if he ripped out on the kit, he would ruin the song!

[@damirgoluza4297]

I love Thomas lang. Incredible foot work.

[@istiaqhossain3340]

oh..my god .he is a freaking powerhouse ....

[@adrielmessias8442]

The introduction sounds like rammistein Mein Teil,it’s basically the same thing

[@spencerhill712]

I don't want to nag at the guys at dream theater but imagine how cool DT would be with Thomas in the Band... yeah Mangini is cool and everything but... Thomas is EPIC!

[@carlosdrummer94]

👏

[@channelbree]

Yes Lang would have taken them to another level.

[@frankburdodrums8984]

Right foot says to Left foot I'm the strong one. Left foot replies, Hold my beer.

[@mairedegrasville99]

10 years ago

[@XxForeverxMetal]

I love his foot technique. Really Inspiring. Its like he rides with his left foot while his right alternates to create an interesting double bass pattern.

[@LorentzoM]

Excuse me, wtf are you doing with your feet? LoL Cool playing!

[@kkthedrummer8999]

Sick i got to learn

[@the6ig6adwolf]

He is switching between heel up, heel down and ankle strokes to play accentted notes in a double kick pattern.

[@LorentzoM]

@@the6ig6adwolf Yeah I know, but it's the first time I see someting like that... It's so, so...GROOVY.

[@Mrsomewhatevil]

Outstanding drummer, definitely one of the best. But I like Minneman more, he's more fun

[@danielsisk2963]

I think his sonor drums sound so much better than the d.w. drums he is using now

[@isaacmiller5387]

Personally I think Thomas Lang is better than Mike Portnoy

[@nelsondanielmartinez]

Hermosa batería, excelente sonido, Thomas Lang ESPECTACULAR, buenísimo!!

[@jonatasmatos5563]

I always imagine Korn's bass playing this song

[@Behemoth66]

Best drummer out there.. People saying that he's gay because of his outfit???? You want gay , go watch mangina ( mangini) .. Now that guy is a total fruit loop.. Mangini and labrie have something going on

[@darthvera]

I haven't laughed so hard at a youtube comment in a long time, good one!

[@Christian06230]

you know mangini is married

[@Behemoth66]

His wife divorced him.. hmmm I wonder why...

[@KarlDutschke]

Best.Comment.Ever

[@fuzzylogiceire]

Karl Dutschke You're easily amused. Homophobia is for douchebags.

[@elvistavora5941]

This music remember me Mein Teil - Rammstein.

[@Flashcoverband]

I want that drumset :-)

[@ben-tol]

Coverband Flash go get a job sir

[@frankburdodrums8984]

Im not big on see thru acrylics but that is one seriously badass set.

[@Brixiomendoza]

thomas lang es la mejor eleccion de baterista para dream theaterr. no ahi nadie q se adapte o cuadre mas a su estilo

[@Yngwie.Malmsteen]

*Control of the kick... just wtf*

[@marcus_mayhem]

What a phenomenal drummer and an even better person!!! Thomas is a super nice guy. I love the sound of this acrylic kit. I may actually like it as much as his DW kits. 😊

[@moertenl]

Mein Teil by Rammstein throughout the whole song!

[@metaldrummer47]

@ruggebergj Thats a Stack. Its usually like a crash and a china on top of each other. In this case, it seems like its a hi hat and a crash or a splash and a crash.

[@rynofor]

The definition of Awesomenessly flawless drummer

[@peterlois1086]

this is hidden talent of your wedding DJ

[@drummin18]

Anybody else notice that the track sounds similar to Mein Teil by Rammstein...?

[@dzre2087]

WHAT A SHAME! Such flashy VISUALS... and we get LANG at his dullest and not showing off.

[@calvintrainer1212]

He plays the recording composition as it's required

[@itsAllGoneMikeyWong]

ahh good, these are the ones i have purchased :) thanks man

[@facepalmjesus1608]

heels down!!!!!!

[@stixnfeet7818]

Up AND down !!!

[@rjun_7]

Those biceps 💪😍of practice shows the results Love u LANG 💓💗💛💖♥

[@nuelitos04]

that sounds really really clean... i like it...!

[@vamsterr]

what one of the guys said on another vid of thomas' is it's like he's playing an equation. not allot of soul seams to come out of his playing

[@pacificexplorer6601]

Not much feel at all. It's a technical showcase thing. Calculated and amazing but def not much soul at all.

[@enriquedrumsmx]

Awesome song and very fun to play. That method is crazy. Thomas, you're the best!

[@warem7018]

His solos are only about displaying technics and skills not about the groove ,he said this himself 10000 times ,dont judge his groove on these solos instead watch him play along with a song

[@seamorebuns2305]

is anyone else shocked that his 6 bass pedal electro stuff isn't on youtube? that is what makes him the best!!

[@mcrfreako1011]

i love how he wears fancy clothes (excluding the converse :P) and still drums. Like a god.

[@steveoops]

Well Mike is also pretty good ;)

[@bucktoothwillie]

You have got to be the most talented drummer I have ever found... My 2-1/2 year old son sits on my lap and beats on the desk watching your videos. Fun.

[@paulwall1981]

Wow. T Lang is amazing. His feet must go at a 1000 miles an hour. Gr8 stuff and I hope he dose more shows in England.

[@shihenian]

Actually his shoes are very good for drumming. They're light and you "feel" better the bass drum. Amazing guy, amazing performance.

[@LawrenceDelToroDrum]

Drum athletic

[@willieclay8969]

I've played drums for a long time but this guy is awesome!!!

[@nelsondanielmartinez]

Miren la cara de concentración de Thomas a partir del minuto 01:48 por ahí, buenísimo, excelente prescición..

[@unrea1fate]

i realy like the way he gets into the music. You can easily see that he likes to play and enjoy it very much.

[@Michael_Michaels]

Double bass drum ghost notes! Impressive!

[@foamysqueak11]

This was the Thomas Lang that won me over, his ability allows him to play anything

[@MrDilley777]

This doesn't even come close to show how great a drummer he really is, he mainly used his feet, but believe me that's just the tip of his skill😊😊😊.

[@sw1tched]

fuck that kit sounds amazing ... that fuckin snare and toms .... but the kick is to thin of a sound for me .. no meat to it

[@LehmannDaHero]

does anyone know who recorded this song? Is this a song Thomas Lang recorded all by himself or with a band etc????

[@metabog]

@georgewalshmusic Can't a drummer just make a video of himself playing a song without doing every trick in the world?

[@Ranakade]

The drumming ain't the problem. The backing track is fucking boring; That's the problem.

[@scapedog]

guy obviously works at his craft - pretty amazing dynamics and accents with the double kick

[@metaldrummer47]

@600k4gsxr He's a clinic drummer

[@robertboyle5370]

Back in the 70s. He could have played for MAHAVISHNU ORCHESTRA (BILLY COBHAM/NARADA MICHAEL WALDEN)

[@BOOLsheet]

@AfterlifeBlack there's no indication that any of these guys were "good friends." mike portnoy was friendly with mangini, but then again portnoy is friendly with EVERYONE. mike's personality played a role for sure, but saying he got the gig largely due to the fact that hes friends with him is false. the reality is that he stayed true to the tunes, which lang did not, he owned the odd time signatures test, which lang did not, and in addition to that yes, there was a personality chemistry.

[@frazer0123]

the fact that you sit there and write he is slow proves two things, 1) you either aren't a drummer or are just too impressed but your own little accomplishments that you think you are comprable too one of the most physically capeable drummers in the spot light and 2) you're most likely not a drummer, because as most drummers know speed is not the most important thing while it does open up doors for you it doesn't make you better than the next guy. i could continue but character limit saved u

[@georgewalshmusic]

@ToolandMAIDEN14 As I said, I bet he is a great drummer .. but tell me where in this video he does some severely difficult stuff. The beat was a straight 4/4 time .. there was no time signature changes or much syncopation at all. I am not saying he is a bad drummer .. just this video doesn't display "the greatest drummer in the world" by far. So I say again...I was hoping for a better drumming session. Great drummer I am sure but it was more of a sneaker commercial than a drumming display.

[@SuperHighGloss]

@Namal23 and gladly i will: i think there is no soul in his playing, to me it's meaningless rumble. it just bores me after a few minutes. some phrasing seems also wooden (1:11..?) and what are seethrough-plastic-kits for? this one even sounds like plastic. meinl cymbals i never liked, they sound like paper; no body. it's funny that there are some 'heavy-hitters' (prog)rock drummers who hit these papery cymbals very hard so they all sound like splashes...

[@divinegrinder]

@91344789 i don't even like Dream Theater but i don't think it was about him not being as "good" as Mike Mangini. All the drummers that tried out are top level drummers. They have to consider who they get along with the best and who they feel most comfortable playing with. Virgil Donati tried out too.

[@adam1ooo]

@tamakit123 Or, either Rammstein bought the rights to the riff or vice versa hence why they both use it. This IS from a Rammstein song and it is quite evidently used by Thomas Lang too so one or the other has bought the rights to be able to use the riff from the other. Or they other just let them use it without having purchasing anything.

[@DanTheMandrummer]

@doougdrums I'm not the best, I just said what I think needed to be said. I'm incredibly annoyed with all these people on here wasting their time saying silly things. And for all I know theyre people ranging between 20 and 30. I'm 16..come on people really? Act professionally and most of all act maturely. Even on youtube.

[@DanTheMandrummer]

I dont understand why people fight about whos a better drummer, you can learn something new from all drummers and theyre all artists. You don't see people putting comments on Van Gogh videos or whatever saying picasos a bigger badass. Maybe everyone should just stop this nonsense and watch the artist and enjoy his work.