Jojo Mayer & Benny Greb improvised Drum Duo Performance

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2 жыл бұрын

This was recorded in 2020 at the Benny Greb & Jojo Mayer Drumcamp
exactly between two lockdowns
We are so grateful to have captured this very special and completely improvised moment
and hope you enjoy it as much as we did.
Sound:Sven Peks
Video: Franz Wüstenberg
#bennygreb #jojomayer #drum #drums #drumbattle
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@skhemsun6103 2 жыл бұрын

Benny's floor tom so deep, you can find oil down there

@bennygrebofficial 2 жыл бұрын

:-)

@mfihloshitholani2113 2 жыл бұрын

But i mean what about his snare sounding like a legit tom✊🏼

@joelmarquez4629 2 жыл бұрын

I always try to copy it. Key word TRY lol 😂

@matthewantonio2165 2 жыл бұрын

Delete this! The Americans will find it

@papapoodo6685 2 жыл бұрын

Ha ha ha ha ha! So funny like comedy man for the joke make clever. i get joke and laugh so loud

@ZackGrooves 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful..

@benjams9108 2 жыл бұрын

you look familar, can't remember where from...

@maxisatube 2 жыл бұрын

@@benjams9108 hm same

@TheBackstagePimp 2 жыл бұрын

The stank face at 9:52. Glad to see Zack here.

@martindavids2510 2 жыл бұрын

god damn it i was just watching your latest fiverr video... didn't expect you here;))

@dinospumoni5611 2 жыл бұрын

Hi zacky

@reneconstantin3134 5 күн бұрын

So much respect between the two, drummer's are the finest musician, they always plays for the song, even when there are no song.......

@thejoeadames7124 2 жыл бұрын

This is how 2 of the best drummers in the world communicate without talking

@dikbeats2720 2 жыл бұрын

? Jojo is not one of the best drummers in the world.

@JoelAzia 2 жыл бұрын

@@dikbeats2720 Why?

@dikbeats2720 2 жыл бұрын

@@JoelAzia I find him annoying and very overrated. Benny however is not. However this jam was a bore to watch.

@Gruuvin1 2 жыл бұрын

@@dikbeats2720 then bye

@dominikn19 2 жыл бұрын

@@dikbeats2720 Sorry, but I think you don’t understand music.

@joshferreira3802 2 жыл бұрын

Benny’s floor tom is the most beautiful sounding thud ever

@Tormalchio 2 жыл бұрын

The "thud" comes from doubling the tom with the bass drum (I think).

@SelfSuckGiraffe 2 жыл бұрын

@@Tormalchio doesn't look like it, at least not all the time. if he is, he's barely tapping the bass.

@seb4376 2 жыл бұрын

@@Tormalchio it comes from how he tunes it and the fact that he puts cotton balls in it.

@scottpitner4298 8 ай бұрын

It cured my constipation 💩

@forrestthomas5381 2 жыл бұрын

It took these guys ten minutes to get where everyone else would start. It's a great example of how not to "blow your load" in the first thirty seconds of a solo.

@erikl6988 2 жыл бұрын

This is how two drummers are supposed to play together

@bewareofthelamb6649 2 жыл бұрын

HEADPHONES RECOMMENDED!!! The sound in that room is INCREDIBLE!!! Most certainly enjoyed this one!! Thanks guys!!

@EarDrumBeatz 2 жыл бұрын

Truth

@happycanayjian1582 Жыл бұрын

I took your advice. Not disappointed.

@toomuchfandango 2 жыл бұрын

two drummers actually jamming! instead of just trading. so rare, maybe the first iv seen. They are making music and not just have a big solo over the top each other.and the result? two voices, one mind. Beautiful.

@shoto8499 2 жыл бұрын

well spoken my friend.

@acidreflux7449 2 жыл бұрын

Listen to the one by Ari hoenig and Dan weiss

@JGBDYT 2 жыл бұрын

very rare, not like you comment lol 🤭

@HernanGnesutta 2 жыл бұрын

in-f#ck1ng-deed

@anthonyl9126 2 жыл бұрын

Really? Made me fall asleep.

@ThePoisonDrummer Жыл бұрын

Not competing, playing... Making music. awesome!

@edwardrusso2140 2 жыл бұрын

Experts in taste, restraint, musicality and placement of beats.

@seppoinnanen5577 2 жыл бұрын

This is what happens when two talents don't feel the need to show off and push as many notes as posible into the room... just great airy groove with nuace and taste

@scpk2246 2 жыл бұрын

The TWO CREATIVES!

@sandybain3419 2 жыл бұрын

A vibrant conversation with absolutely zero back and forth mimicking.

@Skraboing649 7 ай бұрын

An amazing conversation between two great musical minds!

@armanddutfoy 2 жыл бұрын

When two gods communicate. We must also salute the sound system which is extremely good quality

@CamiloMoyaBaterista 2 жыл бұрын

Jojo

@aniruddhgupta2597 2 жыл бұрын

actually felt like they're talking. beautiful.

@andrecunha7887 2 жыл бұрын

This is what drumming is all about... Grooving, having fun and communicating!

@greatjobsam 2 жыл бұрын

There were parts of this that felt like they could be used in a movie score. No other instruments would be necessary either.

@La_sagne 2 жыл бұрын

reminded me of a suped up version of the wrench and numbers theme from the fargo soundtrack

@greatjobsam 2 жыл бұрын

@@La_sagne Totally!

@angelssanchezluna2179 2 жыл бұрын

So Birdman with Antonio Sánchez

@greatjobsam 2 жыл бұрын

@@angelssanchezluna2179 That’s it! I was trying to remember which movie I watched recently that had drums as the only instrument as the soundtrack.

@vincentschaffer7930 10 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same thing

@banburydrumtuition8651 2 жыл бұрын

Two of the best technicians and interpreters of rhythm and music there is.

@Rondo2ooo Ай бұрын

Two of the best drummers Europe came up with the last 15-20 years. Beside Marco Minnemann and Thomas Lang. Very inspirational.

@holzfella7797 2 жыл бұрын

I was there. I was absolutely amazing!

@noworriesimfijian 2 жыл бұрын

Who says playing the drums is just making noise? These two masters make the drums sing.

@Travmon 2 жыл бұрын

I just loved how comfortable these guys are in their skins. They have nothing to prove, no-one to impress and as a result they were just free to create and flow in the moment. Thanks for a sublime 14 minutes guys.

@LonesomeElk 10 ай бұрын

No ego. Simply two percussive geniuses creating rhythm.

@rajeevasokan8714 2 жыл бұрын

I wanna live forever in that room

@lawrencemartinez3628 2 жыл бұрын

one of the greatest drum duets ever . No overplaying. No competition just pure playing beautifully together . Two of the greatest drummers playing together this is just amazing.

@ksteak27 2 жыл бұрын

The vibe is epic..... neither trying to out-do the other. Just murder it, simultaneously.

@goggie47 Жыл бұрын

The.... Freakin.... Business!!!!!!!! That room the intimate vibe, the SOUND!!!! 🤯🤯 and then the artists.. Wow to the max!! Wish I was there..

@wussly813 2 жыл бұрын

Jojo holding down those brushes in the beginning was awesome. Wish I could flam my feet like Benny lol

@sarinsahil Жыл бұрын

I met Steve Smith a while back and he said let the music guide you. Exemplified here so very beautifully. I keep coming back to this video :)

@maxxendrums 2 жыл бұрын

Benny‘s floor tom…awesome!

@pedrobernardo5887 2 жыл бұрын

Wtf.. drum solo that is engaging and not boring at all? Whoa there!

@thesoulgalaxy6390 2 жыл бұрын

Not showing up to show up, but to work in concert creating beauty.

@ikkenhisatsu7170 2 жыл бұрын

Man, that was great. Not a competition - two musicians playing off each other and with each other. Serious.

@adamalexanderray 2 жыл бұрын

Normally when i've seen two drummers play at the same time it sounds like the drums have been pushed down a set of stairs. It's a mess of noise and clashing parts. This was so tasteful and musical. Great stuff!

@stickdrumsnrocknroll 2 жыл бұрын

when stars align

@sanityinaseaofmadness7353 2 жыл бұрын

Oh man, this is what my soul needed...

@umdiscodevinil 2 жыл бұрын

When it comes to drumming, there's nothing more precise and beautiful than Jojo's hands in action.

@vanntooot 2 жыл бұрын

When two of the greatest virtuosos of pocket and groove come together, the inner peace you feel trancends comprehension

@leegorman3329 Жыл бұрын

best bit of drumming i’ve heard in a long time

@bradiporitmico 2 жыл бұрын

the sound of jojo kit is like a Chianti wine, perfectly blended warm but punchy and makes you tipsy

@JuanderBoyMusic 2 жыл бұрын

You should find a job describing things, that was perfect!

@papapoodo6685 2 жыл бұрын

Ugh ...

@espenbusteflexnilssenburke4856 2 жыл бұрын

His drumming would perhaps go well together with liver and fava beans then. 🤫🐑🐑

@rickeaton3085 2 жыл бұрын

Sangiovese grosso can be tannic and bitter. No bitterness in this solo...

@d.alexgleason1090 2 жыл бұрын

I could listen to a whole album’s worth of this. Their pockets are so unbelievably deep and tasteful.

@LukeBass1000 2 жыл бұрын

So. Many. Colours!

@JessePoage 9 ай бұрын

Greb has got to have the most amazing ability to tune floor toms I have ever heard. He gets the exact same note out of seemingly any floor tom he touches.

@fredmelisano9653 2 жыл бұрын

that was absolutely delicious drumming.

@CesarVesvre 2 жыл бұрын

Illegal Tom Bass sounding on Benny Greb's side. Perfect jam, you couldn't expect less with these drum gods.

@seventhquarter 2 жыл бұрын

Very captivating... I went into a trance listening to it on my headphones...

@macschomo 2 жыл бұрын

Ein grossartiges Gespräch zwischen zwei Trommlern. Kein Sport sondern ein Gesang. So liebe ich „Solos". Kommunikation pur mit Ohren für den Anderen.

@madao1335 2 жыл бұрын

The best of communication with drum

@loganlake7814 2 жыл бұрын

As much as I love watching two drummers trade eights shedding their soul out, I think I love this a bit more

@agamaz5650 2 жыл бұрын

I cant comprehend how much I love Jojo Mayer. I only wish he came back to his style with Takuya Nakamura.

@MrTantarian 5 ай бұрын

How does this not have tons and tons of views??? It's an absolutely captivating performance 🤯

@JonahtheDrummer 2 жыл бұрын

That was absolutely incredible. Both Grebb and Mayer played with so much groove and creativity not covering each other up once but accenting each other.

@garyjuicy3976 2 жыл бұрын

Can’t wait to wake up and play some grooves tomorrow

@brbas33 4 ай бұрын

wow , two masters at work . very cool experience

@ulihxx Жыл бұрын

Extremely tasteful and groovy. Magical!

@TroyGrech_In2Drums 2 жыл бұрын

In an age where “Drum Solos” are abundant, this performance leaps out! It took me on a journey, showing beautiful dynamic and rhythmic landscapes. I can honestly say, that was as close to perfection as it can get. Inspiring beyond belief. Thank you soo much for share Benny.

@ajdrums8075 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe because it's a duet and not a solo?

@TroyGrech_In2Drums 2 жыл бұрын

Yeeeees! @@ajdrums8075. Thank you soo much for that valuable insight. The fact it's a "duet" is and not a "solo" is why it was soo good. Not the masterful playing and musicality of these 2 particular players. I'm sure I would have appreciated it just as much had it been any other drummers performing, so long, of course, it was a "duet" and not a solo. Please disregard my former comment as from your superior observation was purely based on the idea of a solo improvision and clearly does not apply in this circumstance.

@ajdrums8075 2 жыл бұрын

@@TroyGrech_In2Drums Hahaha triggered! I found it funny you put quotation and capslock on "Drum Solos" when it is a duet that's all. Feel free to send a link to a solo from either of these master drummers that sound better than this duet? I don't know of any. Why? Because you can't layer the sounds and ideas like this duet as a soloist even if you have Donati like independence and interdependence.

@TroyGrech_In2Drums 2 жыл бұрын

LOL! @@ajdrums8075 triggered!? Each to their own. Like everyone else, you are entitled to your opinion on anything, and that is totally fine. But honestly, your above comment on my use of grammar to describe the feeling of inspiration this video sparked in me as a player to progress on my own musical journey actually says more about you than anyone else here. It seems sad that people on the internet are compelled to bring others down in an effort to bolster their own personal insecurities. If arguing an insignificant point about a comment on a video really makes you feel better about yourself. Then I conceded. You are right. Have a great day.

@ajdrums8075 2 жыл бұрын

@@TroyGrech_In2Drums Have a great day too man and good luck with your journey. One tip, choose one or two exercises and exhaust them don't have several things going at once that you don't master and completely own otherwise it won't get used in a live situation. Peace

@thomasc9059 2 жыл бұрын

Jojo’s brush work is so freaking clean

@TopDownDrumming 2 жыл бұрын

Two masters making magic, just thankful this was captured on video and shared. Thank you!

@user-ri6nx8gk7b 2 жыл бұрын

Guys, there was the collaboration of the century for me!! So grateful for that!😍

@Dane3p 2 жыл бұрын

Awwwww should've gone for longer! lol Gahhhh watching again

@user-bf6hu6ei4f Жыл бұрын

무언가 소리를 만들어가는 과정! 살아있는 소리! 심장이 뛰는 사람 둘이서 만들어가는 소리! 울림! 리듬! 그리고 ... 숨소리와 맥박... 또 진정한 드럼악기로 표현하는 언어!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

@dewayne3615 Жыл бұрын

💯🔥🔥🔥🔥✌️

@WilliamBeergerMusic 2 жыл бұрын

These drums sound as if god created them with his bare hands. And the finesse in their playing is just out of this world

@ibleebinU Жыл бұрын

From micro to macro finesse. Two incredible talents.

@LDdrums20 2 жыл бұрын

This one is right there with the NY subway sax battle. Just music no sporty chops

@benmintz2877 2 жыл бұрын

thank you

@CoinOperatedJunge 2 жыл бұрын

I love the drumsound of Benny Mayer but Jojo Grebs is also very nice! Its so cool how their signiture sounds and grooves combine

@dng4679 2 жыл бұрын

Someone take the bait, take it!

@cobra1995xx 2 жыл бұрын

@@dng4679 lol

@disskuss4268 2 жыл бұрын

@@dng4679 you didnt get it bigbrain

@nicholasfritzl8261 Жыл бұрын

Dude...!.... Its mayor grebs n benny jojo... Get it right

@shaddadphilippose6234 2 жыл бұрын

Both gentlemen with finesse on the drums. Each has a time to speak. 💙

@dcdc92 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, guys :)

@AnthonyBowman 2 жыл бұрын

The phrase starting at 11:44 is my favorite, ending in the bell if the ride. Love that so much.

@piotrek9255 2 жыл бұрын

its really just jojo's style, he's this groovy everywhere

@sunitsikdar2153 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Benny finally for this video. Such a great dialogue.

@snackarytaylor 2 жыл бұрын

I have been waiting my entire life for this video. Thank you.

@robertcogen8340 2 жыл бұрын

finally no drum fight but a story composed on drums

@alessandrorossini8704 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you ♥️

@ezarariawan12 6 ай бұрын

High level of drumming absolutely , but really enjoy to watch this ❤️‍🔥

@noknownthrone2487 2 жыл бұрын

Only 2.5 minutes in, and I feel euphoria... this is beautiful. I love seeing people really "feel" their instrument.

@geoffgreen8023 2 жыл бұрын

Very nicely done- good feel, no over the top “ I can play faster and louder than you” they complemented each other and developed that wonderful blending of two kits, two minds. Just great....

@thatgamer102 2 жыл бұрын

Never wanted that to end! Amazing!!! That´s what i call musical drumming!

@kofoolowe8071 10 ай бұрын

Beautiful symphony

@jim5461 2 жыл бұрын

Jojo Mayer = one of the primary reasons I bought my first kit 20 years ago :D

@beforelightsout5419 2 жыл бұрын

This is so good its as if they were talking but in a whole different language that we can understand but not through the words of the mouth.

@GingerDrums 2 жыл бұрын

Two fields should be free from competition: Food and Art.

@drumpetbass 2 жыл бұрын

Did I just watch a 13 minute ad for Sonor drums?! They sound incredible.... and not many drum brands would hold up their end of the deal for this level of masterful playing

@farshimelt 2 жыл бұрын

All the major brands would do just fine.

@1dudecrush 2 жыл бұрын

@@farshimelt while I’ve seen Benny make a toy SpongeBob kit sound passable before, Sonor really is a cut above the rest. Germans don’t fuck around, and they’re one of the very oldest drum companies in existence. Lots of time to perfect their quality and sound. Chris Heuer (incredible drum builder/ guru who fixes and spruces up kits so they sound their absolute best) has gone on record as saying Sonor is the only brand that he has never found a bearing edge issue with straight from the factory.

@dexterhurrenmusic 2 жыл бұрын

I was just imagining how insane being in that room would be. huge inspiration

@Joshstix95 2 жыл бұрын

The mix sounds amazing. One of the best I’ve heard in a while

@An_Arbitrary_Miscellany 2 жыл бұрын

Two phenomenal musicians, so in sync. Creative and technical. So inspiring! Saw you at a drum workshop in NZ back in 2008 or so. Still watching, admiring and learning. Jojo is a new introduction to me but also incredible.

@timoheinrich8763 2 жыл бұрын

My two biggest idols in drumming. Each with such different sound and style. Love how real this feels because of the improvisation!

@do8671 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing!

@AlexLeys 2 жыл бұрын

The Jojo face at 7:03 say it all, pure emotion!! So cool the orchrestation space Benny chooses...

@AdamStachelek 2 жыл бұрын

This the simply the best example of double drumming that has ever been. When Jojo played the ghosts to flam Benny’s Tom hits, well that’s a level of simpatico hive mind that I’m not sure I’ve ever seen. So locked. So much music in this.