Thomas Lang playing "I Don't Know You Anymore" from the album "ProgPop"

[@RichiJamesMusic]

Literally could watch this guy for hours.

[@CryHavocband]

the stuff Thomas can play heel down blows my mind, nobody else has that kind of dynamic range with their feet

[@OriginalGansta88]

Lars Ulrich does....

[@ТимурОраев-я2к]

@@OriginalGansta88 😄😄😄😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆

[@atakanongen5922]

Thomas is a legend..but also try Matt Gartska..

[@rhnstjegilrhkscvn1djhrj969]

I thought I was the only one who played heel down........but I'm not in the same league either

[@priyanujpranjalgoswami2144]

Well i can play some of it heel down... Its my only technique so i devloped it quite a bit

[@MrTarkus007]

that's thomas for you always fresh & never disappoints wish he would get a band together & tour

[@johnnyb2799]

“Busy” drummers sometimes take flack for not being musical. This is super busy, yet so musical at the same time. He’s incredible!

[@markdemell3717]

Frank Zappa would have loved this guy!

[@johnnyb2799]

I love Frank

[@markdemell3717]

@@johnnyb2799 Frank is a freak ,i like freaks .Too bad Franks not around ,I know he would like Thomas.

[@DRUMSandBUBS]

I was gonna just say, I'm not feeling the music. Reminds me of a drum off

[@lathanlongenecker5278]

How the heck was prop pop not nominated for a Grammy!? I can’t stop listening to it!

[@TheApostleofRock]

Cuz the Grammys are a joke

[@lathanlongenecker5278]

We all know that lol

[@dcmastermindfirst9418]

Grammys only want commercial trash. Not art

[@kchez5586]

No auto tune, no 4/4, no attention-seeking bim flaunting overt sexuality all over the place, no Grammy.

[@GGov86]

Because as awesome as this is, it's impenetrably boring to most listeners.

[@Jolatsmusic]

A living legend. And I absolutely love the sound of those Meinl cymbals.

[@SERCHSOS3722]

2:00 It suddenly turns into Bleed!

[@colins7771]

He plays bleed in the other video from this album Time. Hertas are sick.

[@scottalan6590]

He’s probably the only drummer who could actually play “bleed” with one foot if he chose to do so.

[@nixneato]

This was mind-blowing. Of course we know your technique, but hats off to the creativity, and the music as well. Beautifully written, killer solos... just jaw-dropping. This is the one that makes me buy the album. And I just LOVE how you left the little miss at 4:05 in. This makes me think that not only is this 100% genuine, but also I'd bet on one take. Which is a testament to how incredible this performance is.

[@zubiac]

People who say Thomas has "no groove" are freaking nuts IMO. The last few play throughs are some of the grooviest stuff I heard in the last decade. so smooth, groovy, jawdroppingly technical and yet incredibly powerful. You are really one of a kind

[@hugolafhugolaf]

What about the decade before that?

[@dr.timschurig234]

This is technically brillant, but groovy? I can understand people that are not touched by this music although there are just a few drummers who could play this stuff.

[@PenguinMcDuck]

@@dr.timschurig234 The song isn't in an easy-to-feel time signature, so it's not groovy in a sense that you move your head to a four-on-the-floor beat. The truth is, most people can't play whatever they hear but they can still feel the groove. Meaning you don't need to be able to play this stuff to feel the groove, because your playing skill is not what allows you to feel it, it's your music interpretation 'skill' instead. So yes, it's groovy, it's simply that not just anyone can feel it. Playing skill however improves your music interpretation, because it improves understanding. It's simpler to understand this when you look at the example of a kid wanting to learn drums. He initially wants to learn because he feels drawn by the feeling of drums in music, which makes up much of the groove. Then learning the actual drum grooves lets him understand more how the groove feels, which will show in his playing as he improves. Now, if he gives up drumming and eventually forgets how to play them, it doesn't mean he'll definitely lose the feel of the groove. As long as he keeps listening to music, he can feel the groove and even improve that feeling over time, even without playing an instrument. It's just that it'll be harder because he won't know exactly what he's feeling since he doesn't have a "medium" to properly understand whatever he is feeling. People who aren't touched by this music are mostly just too oblivious to care, or perhaps too ignorant themselves. I've had people tell me not to listen to reggae because Bob Marley smokes weed and therefore it's "druggie's music". But I didn't smoke anything to feel the music, all I did was try to tap into the laid-back groove, with the bass drum on the 3rd beat rather than the easy-to-feel 1st beat. And then learn to play reggae. And listen to a lot of reggae. Not that difficult, really. The reggae guitar riff still catches me even though I don't play an ounce of guitar. Hell, I've had some people say they don't like jazz. There was this guy who told me that in the face, and then says he liked metal. At one point he said he liked this one weird chord because it sounds cool, and I looked at it and said, "Yeah, modal interchange, jazz stuff". And he still had the gall to tell me, "Yeah, I still hate jazz, this sounds cool in metal though." -_- Sounds to me he just hates jazz because "it's jazz, oldies music", and loves metal because that's all he listened to his whole life. That's what ignorance does to you... (Note: this was an experience in music school, tertiary level study i.e. university level. Guy doesn't even play that well.)

[@pheddupp]

Outstanding! Absolute control of hands and feet, and you make it look effortless. I've been playing drums for decades and those beats strain a normal person to their physical limits, but you are past that Mr. Lang. Wow!

[@emergentform1188]

Beyond brilliant. Incomprehensibly inspired and innovative. POWERFUL. F'in ridiculous. This brought tears to my eyes. Am I even worthy to gaze upon such greatness? Love you Thomas!!

[@IvanGamba]

Thomas is a unique drummer so clean and so professional. He blows my mind every time I see him.

[@chriscraig7043]

This is the most impressive display of technique and creativity I have ever seen. What a talent.

[@WorldsWorstFishing]

Read the video description to learn about the madness happening in this one!

[@flamecolumn]

Had band practice last night. I've been playing pretty well lately and last night we sounded great. A couple of the other guys commented that my playing was sounding good. Feeling pretty good about the band and my drumming . But tonight I watched this. Now I'm tempted to pile my kit, sticks, and throne up in the back yard and set it all on fire. If Thomas is a drummer then I'm not sure what the hell I am.....

[@mariomusico2010]

Thomas has complete control of the drumsticks and pedals! it's a unique skill !! It is a perfect execution!

[@stevendavison7468]

Amazing. Album is now purchased. Thank you Mr. Lang!

[@joshuaschmidinger3993]

This man is a legend...his hands and feet are on fire and the groove is so damn sweet 😎🤘❤🔥👏 great job bro.

[@GGDrummer]

Excellent performnce!! Congrats and greetingd from Brazil 👏🥁👊

[@cmnixon2823]

Good God, the limb independence and syncopation is astounding - also crisp, awesome phrasing, and a palette of sounds and tone qualities - amazing!

[@davidwillis9270]

Thomas, one word comes to mind... phenomenal. I've been drumming for decades and so happy about your style, giving innovation and inspiration to all drummers! Thank you and can't wait to hear all of ProgPop!

[@davidtaylor4975]

My legs always hurt after watching you play Mr. Lang!

[@markdemell3717]

Well ,you better start exercising!

[@vincentgriffin9202]

I cannot get enough of the first 30 seconds. I love it so much

[@jasonheaden3055]

I really appreciate the symmetrical patterns you play for this song. It works really well with the rest of the music while also allowing the drums to stand on their own.

[@fabialejo]

You are amazing Thomas, is not only how a virtuoso drummer you are, the music is cool, sticky, is just good ol prog in all senses.

[@lunasound]

Thomas Is incredible!... Amazing

[@lukerobertson1000]

I LOVE IT THOMAS!!! Thanks for always pushing the limits for us muso's. Music like this helps us strive for more. Thanks mate!!

[@ritual301]

I am starting to believe that playing all 6(?) of those foot pedals simultaneously is totally within this man's grasp. Awesome performance, Thomas-- Thanks!!

[@ruthturner2695]

Well done Thomas! I always love watching and listening to you play. Those rata toms fit right in and I love those little wee hats on the right side, they almost look like bells. I'm sorry I couldn't catch up with in July, looks like I'll owe you 2 hugs next year. Be well my friend

[@isaachgbeis]

OMG jus amazing as always, Thomas Lang is the best

[@lroacho]

Wow!!! The timing and techniques are so insane!!! Speechless...

[@tontinbagnole]

Really like the groove and the guitar solos, the drum solo is huge ofc ^^ ! Pocket rockets !

[@SebastianScheriff]

Yeahhhh! Bravo!!!!! Amazing!!!!!

[@supernatura7128]

best song from your album...very tasteful

[@servantelijah03]

Inspiring thank you AEJ New Orleans

[@GrizDrummer25]

Went to a concert this weekend, came back feeling back in the groove and pumped about drumming. Watched this and now I'll just go take up Tennis or something.

[@markdemell3717]

You do that ,giver upper!

[@mikeramer4604]

Perfect ! A fenomenal drummer .... Thomas, thank you so much ! Say hello to Brazil \m/

[@TheEasyeman]

Thomas, the percussionists all called off sick today. Ok, I'll do all the parts myself

[@johngeorges1510]

Beautiful work!

[@steverobertsmusic8019]

Bravo!

[@user-wh6sp6st8s]

If I had to pick one drummer to play a song technically 100% accurately for my life...this guy is probably the one.

[@Czarol]

Amazing as always Thomas! 🔥

[@dougmorato]

WOOOW stunning perfomance. I only wish KZbin offered batter audio quality.

[@EvgenyMoon]

Awesome stuff 😎

[@jonasclemente9026]

Uau Thomas você não é desse planeta, nunca vi um cara tão habilidoso na bateria como você! A cada dia melhor, vem pra o Brasil!🥁🇧🇷

[@senadmarava]

Amazing,Thomas Lang...

[@shirou9237]

so cool tune!

[@DanyMeyer]

Stark getrommelt, wie immer Thomas! :) Eine Freude dir zuzusehen und absolut inspirierend :)

[@shadzayasmin4491]

wowww, it was amazing bro. U r real one of the best drummer i've ever seen on the world. #respect up

[@forthrightnight]

Holy shit KZbin, why have you been keeping this guy from me?!! The old Algo needs a reboot. Freakin' awesome drummer, as the rest of the world already knows!!

[@DouglasShibata1]

Just.. Awesome!

[@adnanlopesdelima7702]

How is it possível don't like this video???. TL is awesome, a really impressive drummer.

[@AngusMac1987]

Doesn't matter what he plays. There is a smooth power to his playing. Effortless.

[@georgwassner9427]

Nice!!! Grüße aus dem sonnigen Oberösterreich, Thomas.

[@TheVermifuge]

Awesome playing

[@alexsokolov330]

Ууууууххх....Томас гений ударной техники.Машина! Его работа лишь подтверждает ,что человеческие возможности неограниченны.Молодец!!! Гениально! Его работа это шедевр.

[@HushAngel]

Totally awesome...always wanted to see you play the Tomas Haake ''Bleed'' beat based on feet hertas, you did exactly that at 1:58...again, your playing is so fluid and precise, intricate and tasty...you are the best...

[@littlelizardpsycho5178]

Love this guy. A beast in a whole nother level.

[@AlexiefDelbes]

Switching between heel up and down flawlessly

[@tonymonthana22]

Thomas man, you are a beast brother!!

[@davidcurtis4478]

Awesome Thomas! You Rock dude 🤘🥁🤘DC

[@malemanjulpax2155]

His power is so phenomenal. His Independence,hands/feet, so underrated.

[@DGIPA10]

INCREDIBLE!!!!

[@EvgenyMoon]

I’m blown away from inside after this track

[@zachwillowbay1553]

He’s sweating? So he must be human? Interesting.

[@adamlangs]

Nah, that's just the liquid cooling from his processors

[@zachwillowbay1553]

Adam Langs oh Shit you’re right

[@bill1260]

ha

[@robertredford4332]

BUT STILL, HE IS PLAYING ALONE...its harder to do band with extreme musicians

[@cwdrummeruk]

Listen to what Kyle Reese says in The Terminator....

[@j0tt0]

His a drum monk. Life long dedication and sacrifice to achieve this level of mastery

[@Le_schiffer]

Superb

[@jero_lead]

Amazing! Top.

[@InspetorAnderson]

Soberbo, como sempre!!

[@markdemell3717]

Oui cest vrai mon ami.

[@BurrenSHdrums]

You can't say there's another drummer better than Thomas Lang.

[@heidiheidiho6412]

Vinnie Colaiuta.

[@t.w.8169]

Billy cobham

[@djstickxb2615]

Ok.. I quit now( throws drums on out second story window)🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🤘 just plain sick!! #jawstilldropped

[@nickavenoso7851]

Incredible job, Thomas. I don't know why, but the melody is kind of reminding me of a Phil Collins song. Especially his Hello, I Must Be Going album. But, I think that's just me.

[@kolverhenrriquezavaleta6451]

¡Maestro thomas lang! saludos desde Perú 🇵🇪 éxitos.

[@luizgustavotavares2328]

Amazing!

[@CalTalbot]

Fricken Phenominal (spell?) by far one of my favorite drummers?, top 5 at least. God Bless and Rock On.

[@brandtkillsppl]

Your such a beast Thomas, can’t believe how much you have going on at once

[@markdemell3717]

He is a man ,not a beast .hahaha.

[@supernatura7128]

def best song off your solo project'

[@jean-pierrenadeau4007]

Astonishing

[@BarHoviRauma]

Just as I was about to play this.

[@carmino8510]

I would like to see the master playing a popular song. PLEASEE!!!

[@helloworld4371]

Hell no! Original music is way better them popular any day.

[@carmino8510]

@@helloworld4371 Thats rigth my friend. But it would be nice to see a legend Just Play a song like ROAR from katy perry like Marcus Thomas Did it. Its an example cause Some times all this EXTREME LEVELS OF TECHNIQUE and SKILLS Just become on this. Thats why i think Larnell Lewis for example had more musicality.. Dont you thnik?

[@scotturban54]

Absolutely insane

[@mauroc_music]

Masterpiece.

[@dorian2112]

TL has had so many drum setups and masters them all as if they were his everyday kit. this just might be the best drummer on the planet. never fails to surprise me.

[@lucasjacks3594]

Working 2 pedals with 1 foot is extremely difficult to do. He does it so effortlessly. Along with so many other skills on the kit. A true great!

[@tman2472]

the kick literally looks sped up, what a legend omg

[@ua7pyro591]

Those accented triplets on the kick. Uh WHAT. Mind blown.

[@BDyoungster1997]

Easily one of the best drummers to ever do it

[@janilsonaraujo8060]

O melhor baterista do mundo...

[@nickgodfrey1148]

Superb. Smooth, fluid playing. Love watching drummers who aren’t even trying. Great double bass pedal playing and I always love octobans on any kit. Stewart Copeland uses them frequently. Song isn’t so hot though but I came for the drumming. 👍

[@matiasprieto8148]

increible

[@johbass8241]

Thomas lang perfect!!!

[@sekhosemeguorovi2560]

Awesome..over playing regarding the song.

[@WorldsWorstFishing]

Incredible...been waiting on this one!! Anyone know the time signature? What a display of mastery.

[@AlexiefDelbes]

World's Worst Fishing 11/16 ?

[@JoaoVictorserrano]

sou do Brasil e sou seu fã

[@katefokina5119]

Nice 🥁🔥💫

[@paulbentley2709]

Not followed Thomas that much. But this is ridiculous. Incredible playing, so. Much groove. Great cymbal and especially high hat sounds. The man is a monster eater.

[@joeewing9364]

He hit the peak. A human can't physically get any better on drums.. time to master guitar 🤷‍♂️

[@TheManglerPolishDeathMetal]

Genius !

[@wilfredomendez3450]

Total independence, awesome.

[@davidcottenstenerife6930]

class.....🎶🎶👍