Thomas Lang's submission to the Nine Beats USA "Solo Solo" promotion

[@UncleTacoBell]

He plays with such confidence and swagger. Even if it’s just a simple four on the floor, his playing makes you want to get up and groove. And every note he plays is exactly where it should be. I can only hope to be one percent of the drummer he is. This dude is just unreal in his playing. And how he has so much fun is so apparent in his expressions.

[@JohanV66]

Many great tech drummers on this planet. But no one matches Thomas Lang's combination of technique, feel and improvisional skills. And he is the one who pushes the limit of possibility in all three areas. Met him three times - very friendly down-to-earth dude.

[@jasonthompson869]

I'd like to just add to the fact that besides Thomas being freakishly Superhuman behind the drumkit. Many, many moons ago having been extremely fortunate I got to meet him at a drum clinic in Adelaide Australia, and being just a helper on the day was invited out for a bite with him and some of the other clinician's after the event. He was a lovely, down to earth all round good guy that enjoyed a chat, and of which it was damn humbling to be able to just sit and chat with a guy that had literally only a few hours before blown my mind with his abilities and humour. It completely destroyed my naive and preconceived assumptions that a superstar player of this calibre would even dare just hang out with us mere mortals eating pizza and having a beer and I will never forget it. Thank you Thomas for the inspiration you give us aspiring drummers by showing us what is capable.

[@jubankta1627]

Awesome story,But to be honest(and sorry to say and or admit)What he just played on here is not possible!!!THOMAS LANG IS AN ALIEN,NOONE CAN CONVINCE ME OTHERWISE!!

[@murraysut]

You know what's even hotter than that insane jam? The fire my kit is going to make when I go home and burn it. Thanks for that...

[@mgfliby]

Murray Sutcliffe dude I’m Peeing myself LOL

[@hawklee9702]

Dear Mr. Lang This has got to be the most depressing video I've seen. I'm a drummer myself, and the chops, the kit, the impeccable time, the variety of fills used as basically a warp speed demonstration of basic rudiments combined with the sole purpose of kicking my ass. Now I know my headache will only dissipate after watching this video drum extravaganza maybe 50 more times. Just wanted to say thanks.

[@mylovelyman2]

Terminator Lang does it again. " I have come back from the future to show you the evolution of drumming."

[@kkthedrummer8999]

I agree 💯💯💯💯💯

[@mylovelyman2]

Man Lang is a walking embodiment of drumming excellence. Every now and then Keith Moons spirit manifests in his face.

[@Irish2050]

10 grand to whoever can even play the outro groove with that perfect hit hat

[@windexfighter77]

Thomas has hands down become my favorite drummer in the last five years or so. Plus he just seems like he would be awesome to hang out with.

[@dennishube2444]

Whoever gave this legend a thumbs down, is completely ignorant to an absolute musical genius!!!!!

[@jgalvan6]

As a drummer, ive been following Thomas for years, from grooves to instructional. IMO, the top tier of brilliance and musical talent. This man is the best. I look forward to what else is to come. Cheers Mr Lang!😎

[@kevincarey1453]

Can tell (by your energy... and faces) that after all the years and 10,000 (plus) hours of practice, you still love playing drums.

[@tldw8354]

jeah.. it's a big (plus) ;)

[@LogiKkaos]

A lifetime is not enough to study just this video !

[@andygolborne5747]

Keep coming back to this. Frankly fucking incredible.

[@cristobalmunozsilva]

He played more chops in 10 minutes than me in 10 years of playing... You are one of the best Thomas! Thanks for being an inspiration!

[@daleching5001]

Not only does Thomas have talent turned up to 11, but he has musicality, pocket and unwavering creativity. And all wrapped up within a humble human being prepared to share his thoughts, techniques and approaches on the kit to us normals. Thank you Thomas for inspiring us.

[@devyneynes8487]

The best drummer of the world in this moment !!!!!!

[@lathanlongenecker5278]

This is probably one of the best drum jam of all time!!! Thomas Lang is very underrated!!!!

[@jordiruiz4323]

Underrated ???? It is one thing for the general public not to be known but within the world of drumming Thomas Lang is considered to be one of the best drummers out there for quite a few years.

[@lathanlongenecker5278]

Thomas is a freaking machine!

[@3oore]

Yeah. I always thought he was a top guy. One of the reasons I continue to progress through the years is his drumming. Huge inspiration.

[@MaxwellJacobFriedman_MJF]

Those rolls are sick. You make all of it effortless.

[@masquenada7584]

That was incredible stuff.. the last 30 seconds is the grooviest drumming I've ever seen.. I am still mind blown.. after watching it approximately 100 times

[@slowpokeproductions]

Un. Freaking. Believable. Not only does he OBLITERATE 4/4 cut time, but the polyrhythms are STUPID SICK. "Genius" doesn't even come close. And to throw this down off the top of your head and all improvised is INSANE, Langsy. YOU'RE JUST JAMMIN'! AND chewing gum at the same time???!!! My new top 5 drummer list is: 5: Your RIGHT hand. 4: Your LEFT hand. 3: Your LEFT foot. 2: Your RIGHT foot. 1: Your BRAIN. THANKS FOR THIS INCREDIBLE VIDEO, LANGSY!!!!!!

[@xandervideo1]

Thomas you're a truly amazing drummer.

[@RickydeCamargo]

This is literally EVERYTHING you need to know about to DRUMS. It's ALL IN THIS VIDEO !!! A masterclass !!!

[@powslayer5632]

that crash to the right of his ride sounds incredible

[@3oore]

Man, the smoothness in the way he moves. And what he does, friggin legend

[@snugbreezy4523]

Thomas shows the pinnacle of drumming mastery!!

[@johnhancock9249]

I dont give a crap who will deny my comment about Thomas, but he’s the best and coolest drummer on the planet hands down. I love to watch you play T. !!!!!👊🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏼👍🏼

[@daveshelton1475]

That’s not normal. Stunning. I believe in less is more but this is mental. God bless Thomas Lang.

[@zakbrokaw]

that ride is drier than a girl after i just talked to her

[@markomarkovic5729]

😂

[@j.d.7208]

Hilarious

[@jthorner6335]

Decent one take. You are almost as good at applying flawless technique in context, as I am at drinking beer and eating cheese pops on Wednesday.

[@warrenbuffett9435]

Thomas Lang - a living legend

[@JPVersus_]

Damn, I remember when Thomas first came to my attention. I think it was in the mid 2000's, he was just a flashy stick-trick-gimmick kinda drummer and now I've seen his evolution all the way here. Insane to see his growth and reinvention. Big kudos. Def one of my favorite nowadays!

[@thechangingtimes]

That number 5 … just 😝 insane!

[@punkywozza4330]

Thomas Lang is that final boss battle you can't beat.

[@VegasAlien1]

Strength, technique, vocabulary, sense of humor. Always great to watch you shred.

[@MEXIDRUMMERDAN]

this is me giving you a standing ovation. killer jammin!

[@Mrbradbrenn]

This video never gets old. Absolutely incredible.

[@Andre_NS]

Amazing! For me you are the best.

[@vinniejudilla3921]

Thank you so much for blowing my mind AGAIN Thomas! 🤘🤓👍

[@soul68ou1]

Again.. Unbelievable.... 👏👏. Technically... I think the best drummer on our earth. 👌

[@joelpatinodrummer]

Wow, my goodness Thomas this was just phenomenal. Speechless

[@nicwells5592]

thomas lang is like a fine wine, he only gets better with time!

[@MNDrummer]

His double-bass ability and ability to move his feet around in different times really sets him apart from a lot other contemporary drummers. I think many of us know the likes of Dennis Chambers, Dave Weckl, Benny Grebb, Gavin Harrison, etc........ all phenomenal drummers. I think Mr. Lang has the advantage with his legs. Just my opinion from listening to hundreds of clips and videos from all of these performers. I'm not saying any one drummer is better than the other, all have their strengths. Aquiles Priester is another rock beast. So many great drummers and glad in the modern era we can have the pleasure of hearing and watching them via the internet. Great stuff. I only wish we had all this content when I was a teen as I may have made some different choice in life when it comes to music in my life. Rock on!

[@sablinger]

Word; freakin´ brilliant! At 09:28 that incredible crisp and clean sound of the doubles on the roto-toms! Thomas bringin´ a whole percussion-band with him in his left hand.

[@paulhole6953]

That was fun to watch...cheers👍🥁

[@redxiii1302]

That's impossible 😱😱😱 all in one take!

[@raulgranados74]

Wow...probably the most technical out there, so good!

[@MrCaseymetallic]

fkn beast!! Now this is mastering your instrument.

[@Wrigglyaudio]

A guaranteed 10 minutes and 9 seconds out of my life every time. Impossible not to watch this the whole way through.

[@gary2327]

What can you say about Mr. Lang AWESOME!!!!!!! . He makes everything look so effortless I guess this is what it looks like when you been playing since childhood practicing 6 to 8 hours or more a day. Love this man he is an inspiration and truly a world wide gift to Drumming period.

[@AudioVisionary000]

Just so smooth with his double bass and his hands. So fast but yet, so smooth.

[@FritoBanditoMusicVideos]

Awwwyeah!!! Thank you Thomas for providing us all with such great "QUARANTAINMENT"!!! Rock On!!!🤘🤩🤘Frito

[@stevegrantley4588]

Incredible chops, of course but the level of confidence? Wow! Immense.

[@Lateralusaint.]

best camera flirt of all time ... made my day

[@u2552]

He is not only the greatest drummer but also he is a great entertainer !

[@oxouk]

I bought one of his DVD’s many years ago. I couldn’t play a fucking thing he was playing and I had been playing for years at the time. Total waste of money. He’s that good.

[@sebastianprestti3836]

Mr. Thomas Lang, saying that he is a genius is not enough, nor in a thousand years could I play the drums like you

[@paulnwt]

Love it! Brilliant, cool, funny and inspirational. Watching this makes me want to quit playing and at the same time, pick up some sticks and start over. Amazing!!! Keep the video's coming Thomas.

[@eianjackson8423]

Took noodling to another level. That double foot though. Sheesh

[@thoikhunjaoba7782]

One and only one legendary

[@zillasaurus]

Thomas! You are a machine!!! And I mean that in the best possible way. How do you stay so relaxed and keep time like this? Incredible.

[@garryroberts5106]

I’m absolutely speechless ... there are no words ... !!!

[@nram3930]

This is just hella fun. Love you Thomas, keep it up my man!

[@ThomasLang00]

Thanks Zapper! Please make your own version and send it to me! Here's the link to the track: soundcloud.com/user-35768707/sets/9-beats-usa-solo-solo

[@Bolsonaro-wf4hp]

Absolutely the best of the world!!!

[@EvgenyMoon]

I was first to watch) good job as always Thomas, take care!

[@madrummer10]

Incredible playing, precise, smooth, fun. The list goes on!

[@Typenice]

With everything going on what needs to be remembered is the last single is just as even and powerful as the first. The endurance and consistentcy is what makes the top guys magic. Anyone can play one dope fill in time and groovy. To be able to do it for an hour or two non stop. Thats how you get paid to do it. Shred solos or pocket.. gotta be able to go all night .

[@mikemacias5047]

Damn! Best on this planet 🌎

[@scottmarshall4996]

He looks like he's taking a nap while playing. You listen to the audio and would think that drummer is just destroying his kit, but watching him his sticks are barely touching the kit. Amazing.

[@shizi]

Here's a demonstration of having brains on all 4 limbs. Really liking the outro

[@valpeter2100]

the best drummer in the world, number 1

[@hawklee9702]

The drum Gods are now appeased. Thank you for sharing your video. Thank you very much for showing us how dedicated practicing focused on the rudiments can be turned into a master work of art. Effortlessly tranfering from brain to stick. Impeccable performance

[@MM-MISTER-M]

Yes !

[@jainiajackson3216]

I am not convinced Lang is human... He is better with his feet than I am with my hands.

[@normanwilmoth7404]

Pretty wild isn't it. Yeah I agree, we're both paddling the same boat I believe😂🤣😂

[@dailyrelic3954]

I remember the first time i saw thomas lang play Mallory on my uncles big screen on DVD i was in awe and shock, i grew up watching thomas lang and buddy rich drum videos always aspiring to be the next one. now i am proud to say my 2yr old daughter loves playing on my practice pad and watching thomas lang videos. she is going to be a monster on drums and i cant wait until the day she throws something at me in a drum off and i just look at her and say "how the hell did you do that?!"

[@JonathanSilva-gh7zs]

The best in the Universe 👏👏💪🤘🤘

[@bretellis]

Incredible! Round 5 is my favourite! ❤️

[@vitae8570]

I watch this four or five times a week! Thomas being Thomas and delivering a performance. But I also get this Friday mid morning vibe, recording on a sunny day in California, capping the week with a stellar performance and heading off into the weekend. Makes me feel good watching this and of course ready to play drums🥁🤘🏼

[@hugorezende199]

maaaaaaan hee seriously made infinite variations on solo on this one. Seriously incredible. Very insipirational material.

[@PozytywnaPrzygodazPasja]

Absolutely amazing like always Champ ;-)!!!

[@swccbakersfieldca2076]

Why do I even try 😢 toooooooo amazing. Being every where on that set ..... wow 👍👍👍👍👍

[@adammtroutman]

A true master and will forever go down in drum history as one of the few who truly pushed the limits of what’s possible

[@Bruttomabravo]

You put a big smile on my face! 😁🥁

[@AriWoah]

My brain couldn't even keep up with watching, so I just kind of sat here smiling and gold clapping! What a beast.

[@bobbymcbulge18]

Ok, so what just happened? Incomprehensible........ to be able to play half this good would be a dream come true. You are an amazing musician!

[@jamesschenk1963]

I’ll never have as much control as you. But your lessons have brought my control to a higher level thanks. Keep on rocking.

[@konradkolen3424]

Absolute perfection, master of teachers!!

[@paulober4241]

It's so cool

[@supremeel555]

After all these years you still ROCK brother. Peace

[@slickingdom]

OMG!! This places a new perspective on drumming and sets an even higher expectation amongst drummers!! ❤️❤️

[@RG-Percussion]

Macht echt Spaß dir zuzusehen. Viech aber sympathisch. Alles Gute

[@mezdrums]

Utterly insane! Amazing Thomas.

[@eddiegerlach7121]

Wow.....just wow.....well done....makes it look so effortless.....damn! 👍

[@ederjr.charles686]

This man is something else

[@MrAlainpoudrier]

Master Lang.... you are the bomb! That is just off the charts.....

[@jimlozano5619]

He's amazing. Met him at NAMM a few years ago and he was extremely cool.

[@GregLowery33]

Beyond incredible!!! I’ve been playing since fairly young and haven’t dreamed of playing what Thomas just did effortlessly. From another planet. Great playing Thomas. Lead the way brother!

[@ThomasLang00]

Thanks Greg!

[@emilianoressia7896]

Thank you very much Thomas! You are my greatest influence, I learn a lot with you! A big hug! 🤘🏻🇦🇷🤘🏻🇦🇷🤘🏻

[@Atarijunkie72]

The sickest part is this played extremely forward at 07:45 that puts a knot in my brain. Thomas you aren't human ;-)

[@handy1arnwald947]

Grins for days. Lovin it. The potential for human skill seems to have no upper limit. Thanks, Mr. Lang for sharing this exellence

[@ShawnFanin]

Tomas Lang is a damn alien from another planet. I've been playing drums all my life and the shit that he comes up with no mortal man would come up with anything like this guy. Not even the African American jazz players or black church choir drummers. As awesome as all of them are this proves his not a normal human being. Because even black folks doesn't sound that funky. And I love black church choir drummers.