I've been a drummer for 7 years now and I'm self taught and I just wanna say that setup you have, the triangular formation is the most amazing thing over ever seen truly unique and designed for speed you sir are one truly amazing artist keep making this music and I will support you.
hoyholyhoy Hey man! Thanks a lot for the kind words! The left floor tom was something I added to my setup just to push my left side more. It lets you think about fills a bit differently too.
Seriously though like that speed you got because of the formation is something I picked up from seeing you play I've never seen that until I saw your setup and I can finally get the speed I need to push myself further now really great full I found your page awesome stuff and for that comment earlier I do realize your not the first to use that setup but your the first I've seen on it and it's awesome.
It was made popular by Tony Williams when he first started adding pieces to his traditional jazz setup in the late 60s & 70s. It was usually a small or medium tom although.
I was only familiar with the song Titan until today when I needed more and listened to the whole album. This album was just the thing the soul was yearning for.
Anup.....your growth as a young artist has been enjoyable to watch and experience..you truly are a modern day musical genius! Lion and Titan are amazing e.p.s ...but Ghost will always be number 1 in my book :-)
I just found out today that this is all one person...You have been my favorite heavy instrumental writer for a while, and now I'm just that much more impressed!
I'm like amazed right now. Anup made every song sound As epic as possible. This album is perfect. Holy - shit. I've listened to Titan the song Every time I get a chance for four months now. This will be my first time hearing the others. They are all equal and maybe better than. Anup your talented And downright genius. That epic sound needs to stay in your work. It's freakin the best thing I've heard anywhere and it's addicting. You work hard
SAIYAN LIINEAGE Majorly Agreed Sir,And did you say he did all instrumentation on this?!If not= MIND BLOWN!!!IF SO=FUCKING WOW!!!!!ANUP IS TRULY A BAD DUDE!!!!!
dang, I've listened to this album like 30 times, never took the time to read the description. didnt realize this was mostly one dude. Well done sir, amazing songs
Alrighty. Normally I can't get into purely instrumental albums because they can't hold my attention. Here is the first exception to that rule! Groovy and addictive. Amazing work man.
Dude, this is just amazing. I legit have been listening to your live recording and video of Titan for the past day or two at work, and had no idea that was actually ALL you, I was sitting thinking "Man....this band is fucking awesome, I need their album!". I'm a huge Periphery and TesseracT fan, and can totally feel the influences. You should be so proud of this, not only a incredibly talented drummer but all round musician! Kudos :D Have my like, share and itunes purchase and I hope to hear more!
honestly i love anup sastry. hes a musicial genius and we should be happy to life in a time where his art is freely available for people around the globe, the only sad part is that a lot of people cant afford to get devices to hear his music.
the fact that you offer free downloads of your EPs shows you are truly making music to share with people and money is not your main motivator, if anyone couldn't tell just by listening
I came here on Nicholas Llerandi's recommendation, and I've got to say I was blown away. This is awesome stuff! Looking forward to being able to purchase it on iTunes down the road. Keep up the good work!
it's amazing how i keep listening to your creations and i cant find a single second of any song that i dislike... very nice job anup!!!!! im italian and really hope to get the chance to listen you live!!!!!
Memoirs 1&2 but especially 2 are fucking fantastic man. You are by far my favorite drummer. So sad I missed you at Atlanta, hope you can come back around soon!
your growth and progression has been nothing short of amazing, anup. from ghost, to lion, to THIS. keep it up bro! i know i speak for the masses when i say how excited i was to see this pop up in my feed last night. thanks for inspiring!
i associate this song with falling for a crush, for the 1000th time. lolmao it's really beautiful. makes me think of a cold train ride out into the sunset
Woooooaaaah, that build up and drop in Perspective put a huge grin on my face just when I thought nothing could, just when I needed it. ;-) Absolutely phenomenal work Anup, honestly! ;D
you're a musical God, bro. I love your work in Intervals, and this is incredible music to have willed into being. Thank you man, for what you've brought to music, you're doing great work man, you're inspiring.
Breathtaking album, nice work man! The art for the album cover is beautiful. Titan is amazing. The introduction to Dreamer is really out of this world. Teach me how to make music like you man xD!
Anup I really appreciate the music that you do!! I am so influenced by you after following your work.. Also, I was stoked to see you live in Melbourne yesterday :) .. God bless you and keep drummin hard!!! 🤘
Your use of orchestral and choral instrumentation as well as your long and singular key songs remind me heavily of my own music. I really like what you did here.
This is the first EP that's did something to me, my brain, or whatever it is because it's only 9:41 and my mind is super present, my body is energized, and I just feel all around powerful. Excellent work!
this sounds like within the ruins.. love it though and would listen to this way more than within the ruins just cuz the technique that anup has is so clean and amazing, its sick!!
Cheers for the "programmed guitars" explanation, I've seen you mention it before and didn't quite get how it worked, I assumed it was just a really good MIDI instrument. It's a cool and unique sound, and guitarists can't complain about it if they've ever used Superior ;)
Guitarists can't complain about the programmed guitars being a "cheat" and not real guitars if they've ever used drum programming software. I was referring to Toontrack's Superior Drummer 2.0 which a lot of "djent" guitarists use for drums :)
It was just a little joke, and I used to not mind programmed drums, until you listen to an album and hear the same samples over and over again... The drummer's parts are only one part of their sound, their kit sound and their feel is a huge part of the band lost by using programmed drums. Of course the end product can sound fantastic, but it won't necessarily sound just like the drummer who wrote the parts.
Conor Burridge that's why I "program" my drums one step insert at a time, for a dedicated original beat...however, it's mainly because of the limitations of my extremely inexpensive recording gear. And it's painfully time consuming and tedious. Can't wait 'til I can get some recording software and something such as Superior...
Just holy fuck. I was looking for more Djent to inject into my veins and bam! A wild Anup Sastry appears. Amazing stuff guys. Keep the instrumentals coming regardless if or when you decide to get a vocalist in. !,,,!
Love it! To be honest, I think the titletrack (Titan) is your best work to date. Mostly because I feel like there is more space between the advanced guitar riffs, it gives me some time to catch the groove! If it were up to me (which it isn't) I would wish you could make more songs in the direction of "Titan" :)
I've been a drummer for 7 years now and I'm self taught and I just wanna say that setup you have, the triangular formation is the most amazing thing over ever seen truly unique and designed for speed you sir are one truly amazing artist keep making this music and I will support you.
Well that setup was really made popular by Travis Orbin but that's irrelevant I suppose, they're both incredible drummers!
hoyholyhoy Hey man! Thanks a lot for the kind words! The left floor tom was something I added to my setup just to push my left side more. It lets you think about fills a bit differently too.
Seriously though like that speed you got because of the formation is something I picked up from seeing you play I've never seen that until I saw your setup and I can finally get the speed I need to push myself further now really great full I found your page awesome stuff and for that comment earlier I do realize your not the first to use that setup but your the first I've seen on it and it's awesome.
It was made popular by Tony Williams when he first started adding pieces to his traditional jazz setup in the late 60s & 70s.
It was usually a small or medium tom although.
You're fooling nobody, Aoba.
Best random click I have ever done, so glad to discover this gem.
me too m8, me too
now go to see buckethead 286 albums >:c
I was only familiar with the song Titan until today when I needed more and listened to the whole album. This album was just the thing the soul was yearning for.
Hits the soul for sure !
Anup.....your growth as a young artist has been enjoyable to watch and experience..you truly are a modern day musical genius! Lion and Titan are amazing e.p.s ...but Ghost will always be number 1 in my book :-)
I used to listen to this all the time driving to school during my senior year of high-school. Memories
I just noticed that Dreamer is like a re-explored version of Crystal. Very cool. Listen to Crystal and then this song, nice change in the swing.
This literary gave me goose bumbs.
11:18 if you can hear the heartbeat starting in the background, you have a good sound setup.
UOTCbassist Just heard it. Never noticed!
I dont have a good sound setup but i still heard it, i just had my earphones in a shitty laptop.
I thought i waz crazy well i amm but i heard it today at work
I just found out today that this is all one person...You have been my favorite heavy instrumental writer for a while, and now I'm just that much more impressed!
i’m glad the chords at 1:43 ish are repeated throughout the song as much as they are because they sound amazing
This is beautiful Anup, you've outdone yourself my friend.
I'm like amazed right now.
Anup made every song sound
As epic as possible.
This album is perfect.
Holy - shit.
I've listened to Titan the song
Every time I get a chance for four months now. This will be my first time hearing the others.
They are all equal and maybe better than.
Anup your talented
And downright genius.
That epic sound needs to stay in your work.
It's freakin the best thing I've heard anywhere and it's addicting.
You work hard
I hope you get cancer
ok CHICKEN
SAIYAN LIINEAGE Majorly Agreed Sir,And did you say he did all instrumentation on this?!If not= MIND BLOWN!!!IF SO=FUCKING WOW!!!!!ANUP IS TRULY A BAD DUDE!!!!!
@When Sports Came Out in '83 how's it feel to be a pathetic white knight
Brings me back to the days I was working night shifts and would always listen to this album 🤘
dang, I've listened to this album like 30 times, never took the time to read the description. didnt realize this was mostly one dude. Well done sir, amazing songs
The knowledge put into this+production= Absolute perfection.
The song starting at 16:21 resonates with me deeply... beauty in power... your MUSIC fills the UniversE with PLEASURE for ∞
Alrighty. Normally I can't get into purely instrumental albums because they can't hold my attention. Here is the first exception to that rule! Groovy and addictive. Amazing work man.
This drumming is godlike! I got goosebumps just from listening to this. your drums are singing. keep it up man!
If I ever need to focus and just crush it, I slap in the ear buds and this is what I listen to. LEGEND.
this is defnitely a cleaner mix. cant wait to blast it in my car!
Dude, this is just amazing. I legit have been listening to your live recording and video of Titan for the past day or two at work, and had no idea that was actually ALL you, I was sitting thinking "Man....this band is fucking awesome, I need their album!". I'm a huge Periphery and TesseracT fan, and can totally feel the influences. You should be so proud of this, not only a incredibly talented drummer but all round musician! Kudos :D Have my like, share and itunes purchase and I hope to hear more!
honestly i love anup sastry. hes a musicial genius and we should be happy to life in a time where his art is freely available for people around the globe, the only sad part is that a lot of people cant afford to get devices to hear his music.
I come back to this constantly, absolutely love it.
the fact that you offer free downloads of your EPs shows you are truly making music to share with people and money is not your main motivator, if anyone couldn't tell just by listening
This is one of my favorite albums of all time. Thank you Anup Sastry and bandcamp for the awesome discography!
Aside from being a ridiculously good drummer, your songwriting is great. Been loving your stuff lately, definitely one of my favorite drummers.
sorry, one of my favorite drummers/composers, that is!
the perfect accompaniment to accept the end of the world... thanx Anup for the inspiration.
I came here on Nicholas Llerandi's recommendation, and I've got to say I was blown away. This is awesome stuff! Looking forward to being able to purchase it on iTunes down the road. Keep up the good work!
it's amazing how i keep listening to your creations and i cant find a single second of any song that i dislike... very nice job anup!!!!! im italian and really hope to get the chance to listen you live!!!!!
I love your music! And, thank you for introducing me to Nicholas Llerandi.
Memoirs 1&2 but especially 2 are fucking fantastic man. You are by far my favorite drummer. So sad I missed you at Atlanta, hope you can come back around soon!
LOVE the sound of the bass in Titan!! Fuuuuuuu-!
God, your album art is so good. It fits the music so well. I think I'm flying through space.
your growth and progression has been nothing short of amazing, anup. from ghost, to lion, to THIS. keep it up bro! i know i speak for the masses when i say how excited i was to see this pop up in my feed last night. thanks for inspiring!
Just bought both your EP's on iTunes
Anup, I'm really liking how you're putting more and more emotion into each album, so it doesn't feel so robotic. :D
Wooow, that sound of drums, especially snare and nice china...super Double bass... I like it!!!
The start of Pariah is so badass
This guy is unreal!! Octopus is what he is great music brilliant drumming he has mastered the drums
Can't get enough of that bass growl.
i associate this song with falling for a crush, for the 1000th time. lolmao it's really beautiful. makes me think of a cold train ride out into the sunset
Woooooaaaah, that build up and drop in Perspective put a huge grin on my face just when I thought nothing could, just when I needed it. ;-) Absolutely phenomenal work Anup, honestly! ;D
And Dreamer... Fucking hell, that's good... O.O
This is the most refreshing take on Djent I have seen in a LONG time! Kudos to you and your talent, I totally subbed.
I blast this and your other albums at work all day, keep it up and thank you!
I'm reeeeeeeeeeaaaaaallllllyyyyy excited to hear a vocal overdub done of this one.
Wow man, it is a perfect work. You take all, you understand and make everything's so good... Congrat's and thank you!
I don't know why but I'm getting goosebumps when I hear your songs and it feels great. Relaxing to the soul. :)
This one is still my favorite of your EPs you've released so far. Keep up the excellent work!
you're a musical God, bro. I love your work in Intervals, and this is incredible music to have willed into being. Thank you man, for what you've brought to music, you're doing great work man, you're inspiring.
You consistently produce great music that is groovy, brutal and beautiful. Great drumming and composing.
maybe the best anup cd so far!
SICK EVER !!! Anup Sastry..👁
Another awesomely done album. Thanks anup!
Crazy I’ve been listening since 2015 to this album This music help through one the hardest times physically !!!!
Titan and Perspective are such good songs, well done man.
Still just amazing, thank you.
Breathtaking album, nice work man!
The art for the album cover is beautiful.
Titan is amazing.
The introduction to Dreamer is really out of this world.
Teach me how to make music like you man xD!
Amazing, absolutely amazing, This, Ghost and Lion are my go to for gaming music as of late, keep up the fantastic work
This was an amazing listen. Thank you
pariah solo was out of the world
Thats my Study music! Love everything you do.
Dude I love all of the music you've released, really good stuff you are producing!
No words to describe how awesome this sound is. I love it.
AMAZING!!! TRULY AWESOME-JAW DROPPING!!!
Anup I really appreciate the music that you do!! I am so influenced by you after following your work.. Also, I was stoked to see you live in Melbourne yesterday :) .. God bless you and keep drummin hard!!! 🤘
Awesome stuff!! Keep up the great work!!
Your use of orchestral and choral instrumentation as well as your long and singular key songs remind me heavily of my own music. I really like what you did here.
Also I would love to do some guitar work for you any time.
I would like to hear your music if it’s similar to this. This is very good
This is the first EP that's did something to me, my brain, or whatever it is because it's only 9:41 and my mind is super present, my body is energized, and I just feel all around powerful. Excellent work!
I'm able to pedal ALOT faster than usual on my bike at certain spots no matter what
Adrenaline fills and gives extra boost
Absolutely inspired. Well done.
You're such a great musician! You got fans from canada for sure!
Dammit, you have truly crafted a massive sound.
Thanks for making amazing music, i listen to you alot. You are one of my favorite artist keep it up from canada.
Incredible... You are so good! This album is awesome!
Masterpiece, quite simply. Thank you!
I love this so much! Great riffs and atmospheric sound.
this sounds like within the ruins.. love it though and would listen to this way more than within the ruins just cuz the technique that anup has is so clean and amazing, its sick!!
oh........
too awesome.... so i can`t breathe.........
I'm glad you explained your producing process. Really help my "perspective" on recording music myself.
+Brandon Choffey ahheeeeeeehhhhhh... I see what ya did there.
+Ian Smith Perspective is the name of the second song 👍
+Ian Smith That "Determination" profile pic tho
+Ian Smith Lucky, i wish i had the munz to buy it
"Dreamer" is incredible. You're sitting on some real compositional talent there, my friend.
Love love love! So enjoyable to listen to
This was so much fun to hear when it came on my Spotify. I had to check out their album \m/ Good stuff
And the artwork is bangin!!
Knew that was nick llerandi! What a great way to end and amazing ep
The artwork is beautiful
Very good stuff Anup! Similar to previous releases but still great. The mix sounds fantastic as well!
Ah such a good work man i just discovered you, i was searching for something similar to Shades of Black and what you did here is awesome ! :)
Holy sweet fuck this album is one for the gods. Just all around perfection. Every time i think he cant get better it does...
Cheers for the "programmed guitars" explanation, I've seen you mention it before and didn't quite get how it worked, I assumed it was just a really good MIDI instrument. It's a cool and unique sound, and guitarists can't complain about it if they've ever used Superior ;)
Guitarists can't complain about the programmed guitars being a "cheat" and not real guitars if they've ever used drum programming software. I was referring to Toontrack's Superior Drummer 2.0 which a lot of "djent" guitarists use for drums :)
It was just a little joke, and I used to not mind programmed drums, until you listen to an album and hear the same samples over and over again... The drummer's parts are only one part of their sound, their kit sound and their feel is a huge part of the band lost by using programmed drums. Of course the end product can sound fantastic, but it won't necessarily sound just like the drummer who wrote the parts.
Conor Burridge Xehanort has some of the best programmed drums i have ever herd
Conor Burridge that's why I "program" my drums one step insert at a time, for a dedicated original beat...however, it's mainly because of the limitations of my extremely inexpensive recording gear. And it's painfully time consuming and tedious. Can't wait 'til I can get some recording software and something such as Superior...
Conor Burridge The demographic of people that purchase albums do not care
So influential !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is my go to track for gaming when i need to focus. So damn good!
Just holy fuck. I was looking for more Djent to inject into my veins and bam! A wild Anup Sastry appears. Amazing stuff guys. Keep the instrumentals coming regardless if or when you decide to get a vocalist in. !,,,!
This is too good for life.. :O
Truly an awesome musician.
This is a masterpiece.
a playthrough of pariah would be sooooo so soooo nice :D i love this song
all around sick guitars are even more clear
Love it! To be honest, I think the titletrack (Titan) is your best work to date. Mostly because I feel like there is more space between the advanced guitar riffs, it gives me some time to catch the groove! If it were up to me (which it isn't) I would wish you could make more songs in the direction of "Titan" :)
No one can handle the sass master
FANTASTIC!
Need play trough of entire album just because I love to watch you play :D