"I like to bring the base up... and bring it back down." "...It needs to just pop out, face the front. ha! shh... back into business. Fade away." I like how his words go in sync with the video xD Troy is just amazing. One of the greatest bass players AND vocalist of all time. Can't wait for the album!
Shame we didn't get to hear isolated bass tracking, love Troy's style! Reminds me so much of the bands Fugazi, Neurosis and Melvins. There was another band too, Bill mentions it in one of these press-related videos for Emperor of Sand (it's either a making of vid, or an interview) it was called "Death of the Sun" or something, I looked them up and couldn't believe how Mastodon-y it sounded, late 90s punk band.
Never have I been so excited for a new album, and so impressed by the teased music already in the making of vids and the released single. CTS is one of the best albums of all time, for me.
Come on, people, you must be kidding! It's so easy to spot him, he even moves according to the narration - 3:32, 3:42, 3:50, 4:16... It's quite obvious that he was just being funny. And his camouflage is a joke, also! Are you all joking, too? I can't tell, tbh...
wow Troy actually made clear about the role of bass guitar! like wow didn't realize why he was doing camouflage until watching this part and that was for explaining the role of bass in Mastodon!
Don't get me wrong, I love it when the bass backs up the rest of the band perfectly in Mastodon, but I wish Troy would go for a bass riff every now and then, or would get on occasional solo, because there's nothing like hearing a bass go all out and do some really musically interesting stuff for a few seconds or so. Anyway, this album seems like it might be shaping up to be better than both The Hunter and Once More Round the Sun, which is great. Hope my hunch turns out to be correct.
Ultimate success when and underground band, never compromises or waivers and becomes overwhelmingly huge! Welcome to the mainstream Mastodon! At least you did it on your own terms! I'll love the look on some peoples faces when your album debuts at #1 on Billboard!
I don't know if it's necessarily "compromising", but they did change their musical attitude notably from their early days. They talk about this openly in the Crack the Skye making-of videos. They played faster, they screamed louder. Then they started getting tired of it.
Ryan Mckay - I like your assessment Ryan. They certainly did evolve into a more mature Mastodon. I still don't think they fell astray from who or what they are at the core. However someone wants to classify it is their prerogative. The main point is the music is incredible and if anything keeps getting better. Cheers!
They definitely stumbled a bit along the way. Thats part of growth not always knowing what you're doing. But i will always be picking up new mastodon when it comes out.
troys visual metaphor about his bass playing is exactly how i feel about bass guitar! i dont play any instruments and always had trouble making out what the bass is really doing behing tge guitars and drums but when i do pick it up its just like seeing someone in camo thru the bushes for a split second! reason why i love reggae so much the bass is everywhere and it gives it so much rythm.. i wish mastodon wouls do a reggaeish track so troy could trully shine!
This record sounds like it's going to slay....looking forward to it's release and seeing them in May in Boston! Sick players, every single one of them....
Troy is my favourite mastodon. I stood at the front of the crowd and accidentally creeped him out because I didn't know where to look and stared him out without meaning to and he pretended he didn't mind
Yeah, after a little disappointed from the former deathcore band who change their way, my expectation of metal album in 2017 cure with this track 0:33, hope the rest OF this album sound best
They are like those bands were every member is important and interesting to hear, those bands are missing these days.
Yes
Hargonaut Great comment. TRUTH!!!!
MicShazam good job on naming bands i never heard of. will check em out. thanks
They are that band!
Mastodon f~€|
Troy going back and fourth behind the trees and bushes had me dying laughing \m/
Me too man, TROY SANDERS is a master and a very funy guy, love his work in Mastodon 💕
as a bass player I really enjoy videos like these from bands
"I like to bring the base up... and bring it back down." "...It needs to just pop out, face the front. ha! shh... back into business. Fade away." I like how his words go in sync with the video xD
Troy is just amazing. One of the greatest bass players AND vocalist of all time. Can't wait for the album!
" Keeps it simple, resists the temptations to riff out on the bass." Enough said old boy, enough said.
yeah he plays so calmly while everyone is smashing, but he INTENSITIES the music.
He gives it a certain BOOM.
Troy IS Mastodon.
I can't wait for Brent's episode. He's my fucking Spirit Uncle.
I think Troy is my Spirit animal... all of these guys are so funny and actually enjoyable to watch as well as informative
Will ALWAYS Love Mastodon
i think is common between the best rock bands to have an amazing sense of humour
Troy is a muscular anaconda coiling round mastodon like the vascular protective bass snake he is
Shame we didn't get to hear isolated bass tracking, love Troy's style! Reminds me so much of the bands Fugazi, Neurosis and Melvins.
There was another band too, Bill mentions it in one of these press-related videos for Emperor of Sand (it's either a making of vid, or an interview) it was called "Death of the Sun" or something, I looked them up and couldn't believe how Mastodon-y it sounded, late 90s punk band.
Burnt by the Sun, I was rocking them before I even heard Mastodon,
Mac that's exactly what I freaking wanted, we got it for Bran and Bill. I wanted to hear Troy!
Never have I been so excited for a new album, and so impressed by the teased music already in the making of vids and the released single. CTS is one of the best albums of all time, for me.
Bass, bass everywhere...
Calling it, this'll be the album of the year
Oh my god that snippet from the new song at 0:33 blew my face off yes please!
That part at 2:31 has me more excited for the album than anything else I've heard so far. Can't wait for 3/31!
Troy is my spirit animal!
Troy is a great bass player, his work on Crack the Skye is like James Jamerson playing on a metal album.
If you look closely, you can see Troy hiding in the bushes
really? where?
He's lying. I've watched the video several times now and there was NOTHING hiding in those bushes.
You have to try bro, his camouflage its really good, zoom in.
Come on, people, you must be kidding! It's so easy to spot him, he even moves according to the narration - 3:32, 3:42, 3:50, 4:16... It's quite obvious that he was just being funny. And his camouflage is a joke, also! Are you all joking, too? I can't tell, tbh...
Yes. Yes, they are. You ruined the joke.
That riff at 2:50 is so devastating
Every day without the new album is suffering
Troy is my spirit animal
wow Troy actually made clear about the role of bass guitar! like wow didn't realize why he was doing camouflage until watching this part and that was for explaining the role of bass in Mastodon!
Dude, i lost my shit when just a taste of the new riffs showed up. GIVE IT TO ME NOW!
Don't get me wrong, I love it when the bass backs up the rest of the band perfectly in Mastodon, but I wish Troy would go for a bass riff every now and then, or would get on occasional solo, because there's nothing like hearing a bass go all out and do some really musically interesting stuff for a few seconds or so.
Anyway, this album seems like it might be shaping up to be better than both The Hunter and Once More Round the Sun, which is great. Hope my hunch turns out to be correct.
Check out their Orion cover
Pre-ordered this jewel, and am *totally enjoying* the tracks already available!!! Thanks, guys!
Ultimate success when and underground band, never compromises or waivers and becomes overwhelmingly huge! Welcome to the mainstream Mastodon! At least you did it on your own terms! I'll love the look on some peoples faces when your album debuts at #1 on Billboard!
I don't know if it's necessarily "compromising", but they did change their musical attitude notably from their early days. They talk about this openly in the Crack the Skye making-of videos. They played faster, they screamed louder. Then they started getting tired of it.
null father they grew up
null father - Changed a bit, yes, but still unmistakably Mastodon!
Ryan Mckay - I like your assessment Ryan. They certainly did evolve into a more mature Mastodon. I still don't think they fell astray from who or what they are at the core. However someone wants to classify it is their prerogative. The main point is the music is incredible and if anything keeps getting better. Cheers!
They definitely stumbled a bit along the way. Thats part of growth not always knowing what you're doing. But i will always be picking up new mastodon when it comes out.
Loving these making of videos boys! Can't wait for the new tunes!
These guys are great. So endearing.
they didn't talk anything about his vocal work....
Carlos Freites Probally next episode
Dude, his vocals are straight up POWER!
One of the most underrated bass players ever. Really fulfills the foundation of Mastodon's sound
SEÑOR TROY SANDERS, LE AMO CON TODO MI CORAZÓN 🥰 ES USTED UN CHINGÓN, EXCELENTE BAJISTA EN VERDAD LO ADMIRO MUCHO, BESOS 😘
I love how Commando Troy is fking hilarious
I met Troy in Madrid in 2006, such and humble, down to earth guy. Can´t wait for the new album¡¡¡
Troy is pretty sick on bass. I love when he lets loose!
Troy is literally my favourite person ever to have existed
I can't fucking wait to receive my pre-order! This album will be fucking awesome! I hope you can come to Mexico again for a show!
2:29 sounds so awsome!!!! Cant wait for this album
Yes! LMFAO Love you guys. Can't wait for Emperor
Absolutely YES
I love these guys
the part at 2:30 gave me goosebumps
Hoping this will be packaged as a DVD with the CD version.
troys visual metaphor about his bass playing is exactly how i feel about bass guitar! i dont play any instruments and always had trouble making out what the bass is really doing behing tge guitars and drums but when i do pick it up its just like seeing someone in camo thru the bushes for a split second! reason why i love reggae so much the bass is everywhere and it gives it so much rythm.. i wish mastodon wouls do a reggaeish track so troy could trully shine!
This record sounds like it's going to slay....looking forward to it's release and seeing them in May in Boston! Sick players, every single one of them....
0:33 OH MY GOODNESSSSS
Yeah, if you could just release the album now, that'd be great!
Damn that was actually hilarious. And holy shit I haven't been this hyped for a new album in a long long time.
I love this guy
i was cry laughing to this!!!!! u guys took it to the next level with that mastohumor!
LOVE TROY!
God damn Troy is hilarious
It always surprises me how low-key and serious Bill Kelliher is. Not the personality I expect from looking at him.
he is a solid lovely guy
Super nice dude, and fairly reserved.
Troy is my favourite mastodon. I stood at the front of the crowd and accidentally creeped him out because I didn't know where to look and stared him out without meaning to and he pretended he didn't mind
2:28 I need to listen to this song now
this is fucking great, their view of everyone´s role in the band
Hinds is a comedy genius the mad bastard. what a band
Wow. the music starts from 2:31 sounds incredible :O
fuuuuuuucccckkkk just give me their new album i want it now! holy shit I can't wait any longer I would pay 100 dollars to hear it right now
love it
🎶
save the best for last 🤘🏽
2:29 and 2:50 🔥
Brent is the Jack Nicholson of rock/metal. Dude gives 0 fucks anymore
Troy is like a muraena - he creeps in his cave but sometimes leaps out to catch prey or to throw a sick leading bassline
God damnit, Brent is so fucking hilarious.
Troy!!! In the camo, that’s amazing! He is so funny.
Haha, Troy! Good thinking on that bass playing and the production aspect.
0:58 Troy on this way to fight moby dick with his bare fucking hands.
This video is hilarious!
After nearly 10 years being a fan, I'm still not used to Troy's hair
THAT. FUCKING. RIFF.
Wow i fucking love mastodon
Troy is turning into Rob Zombie
Laughing way too hard watching this one. Damn man, damn.
Mai ear holes are ready.
HUGE! 2:28
Brent hinds episode next???
Bring on the Brent episode!
I'm eating gummy bears while watching this lol! \m/ Good show, jolly good show!
Hahaha playing bass is like being inside a National Geographic documentary, immerse in Nature.
0:34 hell ya!
wew
The Second Coming Of Crack The Skye
Yeah, after a little disappointed from the former deathcore band who change their way, my expectation of metal album in 2017 cure with this track 0:33, hope the rest OF this album sound best
Bet Troy is paddling Lake Lanier. These guys are my hometown heroes!
haha i am dying with these guys :D
2:30 what is the song? That sounded amazing!
0:35 holy fuck that's heavy!!
troy is king
bass ninja
I love Brent's astronaut “monologue” xd
I'll be listening to the riff at 2:29 until the album drops
What was with the random shots of bushes?
Their music feels like the backing track of a huge action movie… opus Maximus
One way you can tell that a band is good by how goofy they are lol
one day I'll have troy's beard
Will it surpass Once more 'round the Sun?
Dakota Hooper absolutely
Dakota Hooper So far, sounds like it will
Dakota Hooper you need to ask that same question but with "crack the skye"
I think it already has to a degree, songs I've heard at least. But I'm in for that Crack the Skye sound.
Dakota Hooper sounds like it will so far. I wasn't really crazy about Once More....
Did Brent call himself "Dirty B. Hinds?" 1:41
Ayyy ealy as fuck
"Dirty B. Hinds to Command Center!!"