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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 ก.พ. 2025
- I explore the musical genius of Philip Selway, the drummer of Radiohead and a prolific solo artist in his own right. From his use of electronic drums and triggers to his subtle, nuanced playing on acoustic kit, I examine how Selway's drumming has helped shape the sound of Radiohead and influenced countless other musicians.
Intro: 00:00
Overview: 00:21
Style: 00:52
Time Signatures & Rhythms: 02:03
Electronic: 3:52
Outro: 08:24
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Let me know what you think of Philip Selway and if there are any other drummers you want me to cover!
He even performed in Harry Potter and The Goblet of Fire during the yule ball scene.
I recommend doing a video on Pat Mahoney of LCD Soundsystem. Truly an incredible metronomic drummer.
That connection to Stephen Morris is key to 'getting' Phil Selway's playing
I'd love an Off Beat video dedicated to Billy Conway, the late Morphine drummer.
Love to see a video on Mark Brzezicki. Amazing drummer.
When 6/8 was described as an odd time signature, a part of my soul died
Same
I think the reason he doesn't get much praise apart from the praise from musically competent Radiohead fans is because sadly unique styles and playing that fits songs perfectly doesn't make for as good articles and video titles. You wouldn't read about "top 10 drum grooves that serve songs perfectly" you'd read about the most 'hardest' and chaotic drum grooves. And it's a shame it works like that.
Yeah, Phil's awesome, but not in a super loud drum solo type of way.
It'd be insanely hard to choose the top 10 of such grooves. You'd simply be overwhelmed. How to choose grooves for such a top even from a single drummer?
I'd get rid of the word "top" and simply picked 10 grooves perfect withing their songs. Or, even better - 10 drummers perfect for their bands (like Bill Berry for R.E.M. or Meg White for The White Stripes) and reasons why it's the case.
I also love his work on "Pyramid Song" and "Bloom."
What about Airbag?
@ridwanabdillahrisbar8796 that's just a 5 seconds loop machine
Airbag is one of my favorite drum beats, especially with the little accents on the hi hats so it’s never consistent. I played drums for around 10 years. Supposedly Pyramid Song is in 4/4 but you could fool me. I could never lock that beat in. Keeping the count with that sort of syncopation takes a true professional.
Myxomatosis honorable mention
Pyramid Song is my favorite drum song ever.
Selway is a human metronome. The only reason he doesn’t get the recognition he deserves is that he deliberately stays out of the limelight, like Radiohead in general. A true innovator, who dovetails well with Thom and Jonnys sometimes wacky ideas! An unsung hero. 👍
"Mathematical precision", this is the perfect definition of Selway's drumming.
Yes
One of the best rock drummers! So unique, especially on Ok Computer!
Honestly, best drummer I’ve ever listened to.
You could cover Greg Saunier from Deerhoof. One of my favorite drummers, especially live. He’s like sloppy and precise at the same time. Totally unique and underrated in my opinion.
The only reason why he's so underrated is because there is so much going on each of Radiohead songs that most can not even concentrate in the drum parts per se.
Same thing as Phil Collins drumming in The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway.
Do you think Phil was an influence on Phil?
Thanks for this video. Listening to Dissect Podcast's breakdown of In Rainbows and I was curious about Selway's contributions. I love his style!
One of my influences, I like knowing that he’s this humble guy just wanting to serve the music, not some Travis Barker putting some 64th note fill at the end of every 4th bar. I steal from Phil’s drum parts all the time. I want to be more laid back like him. Attainability IS inspiring for me.
He is very underrated sadly. Listen to his drumming in Reckoner off of In Rainbows. Exquisite!! Phil is the best
I saw Radiohead promoting their Kid A album. Understated vocals, drums and guitars. I’m guessing because they all contribute and get on well and no ones being a prima Donna. You never hear about any internal conflict for a 30 year span band ? Never going to scare you but definitely move you.
The only time where human drum machine is an apt description
Airbag from OK Computer is another one I thought of. But really it’s the whole album😅
5:10 Hmm…I’m pretty sure selway is playing in the beginning of ful stop. He does it in live performances, and it sounds acoustic in the studio recording.
great video but 6/8 isnt an odd time signature
YES
EXACTLY
What about Phil collins