Meinl Cymbals - Matt Garstka - "Thoughts and Prayers" by Animals As Leaders

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Meinl Cymbals - Matt Garstka - "Thoughts and Prayers" by Animals As Leaders

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Animals As Leaders - "Thoughts and Prayers"
See demos for the cymbals in Matt's setup: bit.ly/3DrfCoB
10” Byzance Vintage Splash
14” Byzance Equilibrium Hihats
18” Byzance Jazz Extra Thin Crash
8”/10” Artist Concept Model Temporal Stack 1
18” Byzance Traditional Extra Thin Hammered Crash
22” R&D Ride
Artist Concept Model Fat Stack
20” Byzance Vintage Equilibrium China
10”/10” Artist Concept Model Temporal Stack 2
18” Byzance Traditional Thin Crash
Transcriptions available at:
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@AnEnemyAnemone1 Жыл бұрын

Thoughts and prayers for the family and friends of that performance, because he killed it

@stoopit123 Жыл бұрын

Underrated Not funny just genius

@Tylerstrodtman Жыл бұрын

This is one of my top ten favorite KZfaq comments of all time

@Tminus89 11 ай бұрын

Just read this for the 1st time since I didn't check comments yet, this is pure gold

@Yvo19 10 ай бұрын

👌👏

@kylekinney9455 2 ай бұрын

GOÐ mode

@Iejoshy 2 жыл бұрын

Not a single song on this album that doesn't completely blow my mind, this album has some of the best drumming I think I've ever seen in all of music.

@seancompton5393 2 жыл бұрын

The only thing wrong with your comment is that I didn't say it first

@fdgfdf2342000 Жыл бұрын

On any aal album*

@Blk5596 Жыл бұрын

This album is perfection

@NemoK Жыл бұрын

Yes, even the "filler" song Asahi is such an amazingly atmospheric song. It invokes images of cold grey deserts of sand and empty concrete buildings. Desolation, but peaceful, calm, and beautiful.

@BurnTheNuance Жыл бұрын

@@fdgfdf2342000 Nah, he meant what he meant. Don't be that guy.

@andyham6094 2 жыл бұрын

Garstka really changed animals for the better. Don’t get me wrong they were always great and navene is a sick drummer but garstka brought the jazz/fusion element to animals and to metal honestly. Before animals had mostly fast shreddy parts with not too many dynamics and programmed drums but now they are just in a league of their own. They still maintain their heavy metal and shreddy foundation but add these awesome dynamic melodic parts in there as well.

@War_Maker 2 жыл бұрын

Matt practically did a whole set for MEINL seeing as he's wearing the same dye attire throughout this series of videos. Lucky SOBs. Parrhesia is filled with good tracks and seeing Matt performs the drum parts live makes them all the more impressive. Thoughts & Prayers may not be my favorite off the album, but it's still a solid melody.

@kirjian 2 жыл бұрын

I mean... it's possible he wore the same clothes to preserve the continuity in the videos, recording over many days, but I wouldn't put it past Matt Garstka to nail these recordings in a single day. He does play them live in concerts :)

@drummusician 2 жыл бұрын

@@kirjian yes sir, filmed in one day:)

@bigbogh 2 жыл бұрын

@@drummusician as expected 🔥 such an amazing inspiration, a joy to watch, keep it up 🙏

@BirchKing8 2 жыл бұрын

@@drummusician my brain would need a bath! 🤯

@DuffyLONER64 2 жыл бұрын

I doubt all of the songs on the album were filmed here, as he also filmed some in his own studio for Sumerian Records. If memory serves me correctly, I think this is now all of the songs on the album. Edit: My memory *does* serve me correctly! Of course Asahi doesn't count because that doesn't have drums, but he's done all of the other songs.

@Ryguypie17 Жыл бұрын

Took me a few rewatches to notice the insane foot change at 3:20. He switches from the double bass, to the hi hat pedal back to the double bass. Add that on top of it already being an insane drum part! It's things like this that cement Matt as my favorite drummer

@gabriellescott7035 2 жыл бұрын

I love how it’s always one take Matt is such a BEAST

@ghostof1898 2 жыл бұрын

While it may be true this was one take. I bet there were others.

@Strellock 2 жыл бұрын

In a podcast hosted by Craig Reynolds, Matt talked briefly about this - he'll play the song a couple of times, just in case, and then pick a take. Seems like the pro thing to do.

@ghostof1898 2 жыл бұрын

@@Strellock that’s usually how you record music in general whether you are a pro or an amateur.

@punxsutawneyphil3944 2 жыл бұрын

@@Strellock Yes, but after the additional takes he usually uses the first take, because it was already perfect. :)

@MillsJonEric Жыл бұрын

@@ghostof1898 I bet there were thousands of others. At practice. So when you show up at the studio you're ready to murder.

@uglypineapple03 2 жыл бұрын

Idk about y'all, but I think that Matt is looking continuesly more like a Sensei and I never want this development to end He truly is a drumming sensei

@alexlopez515 2 жыл бұрын

Lol

@zer0dave Жыл бұрын

Indeed! Sometimes I get genie vibes, though, too lol

@terrorrrein Жыл бұрын

I like how he is simultaniously turning into an aquarel painting

@MFink-oq5hy Жыл бұрын

What will his final form be?

@layzeesnoozin 28 күн бұрын

This song is such a sleeper but I think it’s one of the most musical they’ve had. Absolutely insane drum part.

@gaijinhakase1575 2 жыл бұрын

This song is simply gorgeous, can’t describe it any other way

@marcio1745 7 ай бұрын

No doubt he’s one of the greatest of all time. I mean…. What he does in EVERY SINGLE song of this album is completely mind boggling

@ConnorHammond 2 жыл бұрын

This album was made for Matt, and I'm here for it. I can't get enough of these Meinl videos as they are mixed oh so perfectly. Thanks to everyone involved 👏

@AmrddH 2 жыл бұрын

i'm so happy the whole album in regards to drum playthroughs is now online. what a gift. matt is such a beast. parrhesia is def one of, if not THE, album of the year for me.

@seancompton5393 2 жыл бұрын

💯 percent agreed not a day has gone by since it's release that I haven't listened to at least 1 song

@LenientProcess 2 жыл бұрын

Matt's playing is stupendous as always, but that china - that may be the best china I've ever heard in 40 years of drumming.

@Snareric 2 жыл бұрын

That change from 5 to 7 at 1:30 is so smooth.

@Imaddrums 2 жыл бұрын

This is definitely my fav song off the album, love Matt’s playing on this as well the homie is killing it!

@marioherrerosiles727 2 жыл бұрын

What an absolute machine. Can’t wait to see them live, come to Copenhagen/Malmo Matt!!

@gregoryjean4175 Жыл бұрын

I just love seeing when a musician just becomes the song. Matt is definitely that musician. Every beat, every accent, every transition through time signatures, It’s all him. He’s just so awesome to watch

@connorhellberg6397 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha amazing!!! Definitely in contention for my favorite track off the new record, and from 3:13 - 3:25 Matt literally looks like a robot playing; SO insane

@dylpykldrums 2 жыл бұрын

best song on the album IMO. I have been waiting for this video to drop. I love how much this shows control and some insanely technically fills during the fast section and then it all comes back. a true PROG masterpiece in my opinion. I really enjoyed this album, the live was show was 10/10 too.

@alexchaix1613 2 жыл бұрын

Total perfection! I love how reflection the combination of the colours on the cymbals of his wearing. Im total fan of Matt!

@astralandreid Жыл бұрын

This is my favourite AAL album. A shame that it's so short

@dak1124 Жыл бұрын

It is short, but I love it. I think the duration is perfect, by the end of the record I felt like I had endured the best parts of an acid trip lol.

@emptycloud2774 Жыл бұрын

It is one of my favourite records in general.

@endtimes814 2 жыл бұрын

One of the best to ever touch the instrument

@Temisonofficial 2 жыл бұрын

Such precision,accuracy and a lot of originality and dexterity in his playing He’s a true musician

@edgeontap 2 жыл бұрын

this is my favorite track on the album. thank you for making these videos, matt. what an absolute treat!

@rayanelkamel6242 2 жыл бұрын

The way he hit the cymbals at 4:37 without even looking shows how much he’s feeling it and that gave me chills..

@jonashellborg8320 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool song by AAL. Matt of course sounds fantastic, and shows what 8h practise days on drums can do. The drumming is technically impressive and the dynamic feel is awesome.

@tomatokid3 Жыл бұрын

This is what transcendence looks like. Matt is quite literally on a level of being here that only few people can even come close to comprehending. I wish I could even feel a fraction of what he feels by playing this, it's truly a sight to behold.

@fromulus 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for putting in all the work it must've taken to become such a proficient, complete drummer. The world's ears owe you one.

@boom_shak 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing! There are not much drummers in that genre playing with that kind of musicallity like Matt does! Love his style and mix from precision and dynamics! Absolutely amazing!

@hell1515 2 жыл бұрын

Love this whole album! But thoughts and prayers is my jam! 🌠🌅

@walters147 2 жыл бұрын

If I can possess half the talent this man has on drums then I’d be pretty happy. Tried learning “Micro Agressions” and “CAFO” and both songs are endurance tests of memory and precision.

@daedalus_20v 2 жыл бұрын

Well, I'll say this much. 5 years ago, when I started drumming, I never ever thought I'd be able to play CAFO. I still can't.

@walters147 2 жыл бұрын

@@daedalus_20v 🤣 I feel ya, I got one section down really well a few months back but I feel like a need a third arm to play some parts still!

@gaffroman 2 жыл бұрын

I'm mostly there with physical education, but man, even that tune is brutal. Newer stuff is mad!

@mellindrums 2 жыл бұрын

Matt didn't play on the first two albums so he didn't record CAFO.

@breadnaut3087 2 жыл бұрын

@@mellindrums Due to him warping time and space when he plays drums, he actually time traveled back to when Misha was programming the drums and told him what to program.

@marlonvieira8300 Жыл бұрын

I see this and I conclude that my willing to still playing drum is so huge that cannot make me giving up hahahaha he is a living beast legend..no words for matt

@DannyTOG 2 жыл бұрын

My favorite track off the album

@underwhelmer47 Жыл бұрын

Just would you look at him..... he's meditating on Drums!! Truly a Legend💯🔥

@zacknight7640 6 ай бұрын

Underrated comment, made me chuckle

@g.norman1034 2 жыл бұрын

So great to see all the tracks played through…! What an inspiration- and a joy to watch and listen.

@joelvillabon8541 Жыл бұрын

The most perfect drummer in the world RN.

@adminema6116 3 ай бұрын

dear matt garstka, you are beyond real sir. i can't find better words. greetings from buenos aires.

@youtubecommentsectiondebates 2 жыл бұрын

I am a simple man -- I see a video featuring Matt Garska and a bunch of Meinl cymbals and I gladly click and watch.

@Tminus89 11 ай бұрын

2 months left till I get to hear this beast live again

@BalthazarMaignan 2 жыл бұрын

Always à great day when New Matt content comes 😌

@andyham6094 2 жыл бұрын

This mix is incredible

@ashrasmun1 2 жыл бұрын

I wasn't really on board when I first heard Monomyth, but it and other songs grew on me over time. I like them now. Nothing special yet, but I guess that's greatly an acquired taste. I really like the relaxed crashing from time to time.

@Kin0bii 2 жыл бұрын

4:00 - 4:23 is soooo good! The rest of the song too! 🔥🔥

@Magani79 Жыл бұрын

This album blows my mind

@jamesblack7348 2 жыл бұрын

Matt is totally off the chain.. absolutely incredible.

@yez1062 Жыл бұрын

these cymbals make it sound so magical...

@lperseusl 2 жыл бұрын

Matt you're my inspiration to make myself look like im taking a big crap whenever i play the drums

@glebanful Жыл бұрын

Wow this is just wonderfull! The simple quintuplet intro is followed by such a bizzare dreamy piece. Takes me to a whole other dimension!

@gordie4059 2 жыл бұрын

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Matt

@KirkWilson86 Жыл бұрын

Let us all be grateful that we are alive during the Era of Animals As Leaders, Tosin, Javier, and of course, Matt. We just don't know how lucky we are.

@Okjustwhy Жыл бұрын

The power and finesse at the same time…just unreal. Garstka is in a category of his own.

@prestonjobe 2 жыл бұрын

This is the first video I’ve ever watched where at the very beginning I just said, “Okay Matt, take me on a journey. Let’s go”! I wasn’t disappointed

@amart23 2 жыл бұрын

I don't think matters one bit if you like this genre, you cannot help but appreciate the level of talent, melodies, musicianship & composition. Stupid good

@bugrapekdogan 2 жыл бұрын

I love all the songs on this album, but this song has something unique that makes you feel exactly like this 0:09

@TyronTention 2 жыл бұрын

Yea, I think this is my favorite song just because of how beautiful the melody is. So ethereal and serene.

@mikeromano3001 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to see he is back in his office.

@Chadlynx Жыл бұрын

Watching this after seeing them live last night, Matt is an absolute monster

@zer0dave 2 жыл бұрын

Been waiting for this one...a favorite off the new album! Amazing as always!

@onthatdirtroad 8 ай бұрын

Matt, don't ever let anything happen to those 2 crash cymbals that are right on the front of your kit. I mean, yes you are the ultra drummer :) those cymbals stole the show. It happens to be a Meinl video but that just happens to be a coincidence. I've watched this a million times, such a great track. Can't wait for some more!

@boozalm3715 Жыл бұрын

Faaaark that drum kit and cymbals are nooooice

@rks29 Ай бұрын

So great when he does not "over play" the song!

@Dillondeitz 2 жыл бұрын

Man, I love Matt’s playing

@shoubydrummer8447 2 жыл бұрын

I've waited so much for that

@pjodrums 2 жыл бұрын

Insane performance. Hands down the GOAT

@humblegrenade118 8 ай бұрын

I do believe that Garstka is the only drummer that could play for this band and when you get that much genius together you get what no one else can come up with

@luisinho1059 11 ай бұрын

This is the best sound I’ve heard and I’m 25 seconds in! 😍🙌🏽 Get the sound engineer a beer!🙌🏽

@Drumsholic 2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff again man!!After the first 1/3 of the song that seems softer than never the rest content is amazing as you used to be!!Great song with amazing drumming section!!

@zephyr30 2 жыл бұрын

HE MISSED ONE HIT ON THE SPLASH! HE IS HUMAAAN! XD

@eddiegekko420 6 ай бұрын

I thought I heard/ saw that too xD

@eddiegekko420 6 ай бұрын

Doesn’t let it phase him ONE BIT tho!

@williamlowe7718 2 жыл бұрын

Just incredible!!!

@sylvestercalzone1003 2 жыл бұрын

Wooooo, Matt gartska and fresh cup of coffee, what more can you ask for?

@thatdrummeroz654 2 жыл бұрын

Freaking Beautiful!!

@ToxicTerrance 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible. Crushing.

@nickpruett8022 2 жыл бұрын

Excellence on display, even for the those who have no idea what excellence is get to see it on display……..

@NickyByloo 2 жыл бұрын

Mesmerising!

@ericdravenX00X Жыл бұрын

Mind Blowing!

@Cal.lm96 2 жыл бұрын

I am totally inspired!!

@masecardrums 2 жыл бұрын

Dang, that mix sounds really friggin good!

@PawelGruchalski 2 жыл бұрын

incredible!

@Gawillamon 2 жыл бұрын

Matt is the GOAT

@ApCommunityRock 2 жыл бұрын

!! Rock n Roll my friend have a nice day !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@DarkPhantomSky 2 жыл бұрын

Great song

@krenwregget7667 2 жыл бұрын

Aquaman nails it again. Terrific playing, Matt.

@danmiller5881 2 жыл бұрын

I still miss the tone of his Tama's, but inspiring playing as always!

@user-je8dl5dm9p Жыл бұрын

So sound and versatile. What a truly amazing percussion virtuoso. I'd love to play bass for animals mostly because of Matt. But tosin is a god let's not forget. Mr Reyes is no weak link either. Js...

@anthonyharasimowicz9251 2 жыл бұрын

MG - just keep working hard, you'll get there some day . . . I think my favorite part might be the beginning contemplative moment with closed eyes, before a single note is even played.

@mickthompson5245 2 жыл бұрын

Around 3:20 that was cool accenting the kick with the guitars sounded really tight

@LeYoIdBeHe 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my F-ing gosh you killed it again.. not a surprise..

@theskateboardt619 2 жыл бұрын

BEEN WAITING FOR THIS ONE❤️

@WhyTheHorseface 2 жыл бұрын

How does he have enough time in a day to practice so much AND lift so much?? Absolute animal.

@zmajo33 2 жыл бұрын

You sir, are the Master Samurai of drums. (Coming from a drummer ho plays Ghost of Tsushima) 🤘🤘 I love this series and album

@Musical_Sweetness 2 жыл бұрын

Matt's the best! 🤯👌🏽🔥

@Booster_Golden_Cobra Жыл бұрын

Matt is freaking jacked!

@drumrundown 2 жыл бұрын

Killing it!!!

@JuanCastillo-cc1ee Ай бұрын

No sé del lenguaje musical, y en ese sentido menos de los laberintos de la percusión, pero siento, más allá de la rapidez o la ampkitud técnica, un sensación humana, musicalmente hablando, genial. Quizás cuánto en esto sea cerebral, sin embargo, siempre suena un corazón latiendo!

@Scott_Bodabop 2 жыл бұрын

Cant get over that killerrrrrr wrap

@zaaohound4055 2 жыл бұрын

Really cool

@funnyfacemanbro 2 жыл бұрын

Best drummer on the planet 🌎

@vhmendonca Жыл бұрын

Flawless!

@senorbeige 2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if this is one of the most didficult AAL beats Gartska has written. I've never seen him so focused before, you can literally see him counting in his head during certain parts. Amazing.