The CV at the end of the video is hysterical. "Weakness: Not funny at all. Most of the time is unable to party, and prefer to read, relax or sleep to get ready for the next show. French." LMFAO
Sense of humor is also a prerequisite for being in Archspire, and straightman is an important piece of that. The CV shows a sense of humor, even if it's in a self-deprecating way.
@@DavidGeelan2029 Yeah its pretty hard to replace anyone in a band like that where all their best material has been released by essentially the same 4 people. Only the bassist has really been changed and clearly hes been a good fit. Im not in any band but I can imagine that a personality match is almost as important as skill match when you go touring and writing as much as they do.
@@godver555I mostly agree, but then again, I was in a high school band with a guy, we really disliked each other, but we made it work. We just ignored each other and never hung out socially. It’s totally possible to be in a band with someone you hate, of course it’s not ideal.
@@Lupine. Not to be a dick but archspire is such a large band in this very niche genre that it would be a great career choice, albeit a difficult one to make, to drop benighted if need be.
@@lucasbrucas9632I hope that isnt the case. Id actually rather him turn down Archspire to continue making music with julien and the gang. Their sound i hold close to my heart
There are plenty of good drummers uploading audition videos, but Kevin seems to be the one guy who is actually capable and comfortable playing the material.
Not to mention, I don’t think anyone else with an audition up has nearly as much touring experience. Like, dude has toured with Ne Obliviscaris and Benighted. As good as some of the auditions are, having real world experience playing long sets of intense drum parts night after night probably goes a long way, and Archspire tour quite a bit
I'm still doubt about choosing him, because of asking capability of playing stuff like full speed gravity blast or also double bass roll, but overall he's good writers of drum works.
@@Adrianiq1551 Are you saying that you aren't sold on Kevin because you're not sure he can do the gravities and kick parts at full speed? If so you must be new here.
Yeah, in a lot of the other playthroughs you can find at least one thing to point out and criticize (despite them all being very impressive!), but Kevin's are flawless. He almost makes it look easy.
When you thought your favorite bands drummer is gone and it's the end of an era. Your see Kevin's auditions and realize it might be the beginning of a new era. Kevin's the man for Job 💯
thats the comment that will go down in history :). I saw archspire about 2 years ago and it was amazing but now I am excited to see what they write with his help :)
Yet again ONE TAKE, COMPLETE PLAYTHROUGH with no jump cuts. 1:05 is MADNESS!! I think what it is about Kevin guys is that is not even just the speed! It is the precision/timing as well as power too. He hits hard enough to still articulate every hit while simultaneously not lagging and being right on time. He provides a human element to Archspire but in a proper way. It is not an accurate machine, but one of the most accurate human beings possible! Archspire need to hire this man now, plus we already know he can handle the endurance to play full live shows live this just by looking at his Benighted touring cams.
I would be shocked if Kevin is not in the #1 spot to take over the drumming duties of Archspire. There are definitely a handful of other super talented and amazingly fast drummers out there, but the experience and sheer talent Kevin has is on another level!
Audition???? Are you kidding me, guys????? WTF??? You don't do an audition with Sir Paradis, you just take him and say thank you!!!! Unreal XD ! MARK MY WORDS: This man is certainly in top 5 of best metal drummers in the WORLD
The fact that Kevin has the confidence to also put some of his own stamp and style on the material, not just try for the most perfect possible aping of Spencer, is an attractive quality. I'd think Archspire would be looking for someone to write with in future, and bringing something original of yourself to the material is important for that.
Many people don't notice but no one has had better posture of back, neck and elbows than Kevin, even better than Spencer the composer... tremendous master class
@@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power not gonna lend much credence to Riccardo (or Marco lol) if he continues to blatantly and carelessly drop in samples and edit his takes to oblivion in post. you can't hide behind that facade on tour and he is not what Archspire is looking for, the guys see through it immediately
I keep saying it. The job is yours if u want it. So many awesome drummers dropping videos and they're all doing really good ...but then there's you. U play it perfectly and looks effortlessly. You're in a league of your own my dude 🤘🤘
It's not just about the skills, bro. There's a big logistics, and human relationships to take in to consideration. A band is not just a company but also a marriage.
When he uploads the real bass drum and reveals how shitty the bass drum double strokes actually are off triggers Ill call it real drummin. When you got a computer punchin your beats who cares man. Get your DDR dance pad out cuz the bass drum dont matter.
I don't often leave comments on videos of any kind, but I have to say that not only is Kevin's technical ability quite impressive, his sense of time/groove and overall sound is excellent. Outstanding even. I kind of fell off listening to archspire as of late, but the prospect of Kevin drumming in the band piques my interest. Great technique, great feel and great sound.
By far the best I’ve seen. I remember a guy totally messing up the blast, yet still uploading. This, at first glance, was perfect. Better than what I’ve seen the original drummer play when he came up with the 350 bpm blasts
Literally the first man i thought of for the job, in between session work you've delivered over the years and your stripes as the drummer of benighted, i cant think of a man better for the job. But please stay with Benighted too 😂
Being French as the listed weakness is just next level :D Kevin will be their next drummer. I owe you a pack of pringles if I am wrong. Have a good day. And remember, blast beats are the way to go. Cheers from Poland
Hell yeah this is too good.
Definitely believe he earns a shot, for sure! Even his production is top notch!
A Benighted Archspire tour, but Kevin has to play in both bands.
Like when Gorguts toured with Origin and Longstreth played both sets. ooof I hurt just thinking about those tours!
Aaron Stechnauer did interloper and The Faceless on one tour.
Yeah. With no pause at all !! 😈😈😈 😆👍🏻
@@mstrasseryeah man and on that tour John had to fill in for some other band so he played 3 sets that night. Legend of a man
@@JellyRoger_XIIIboth bands setup their gear so that there’s only 30 seconds between sets lol 😂
The CV at the end of the video is hysterical.
"Weakness: Not funny at all. Most of the time is unable to party, and prefer to read, relax or sleep to get ready for the next show. French."
LMFAO
Sense of humor is also a prerequisite for being in Archspire, and straightman is an important piece of that. The CV shows a sense of humor, even if it's in a self-deprecating way.
@@DavidGeelan2029 Yeah its pretty hard to replace anyone in a band like that where all their best material has been released by essentially the same 4 people. Only the bassist has really been changed and clearly hes been a good fit. Im not in any band but I can imagine that a personality match is almost as important as skill match when you go touring and writing as much as they do.
funniest stuff hahah. No sense of humor, that's a pretty good one regardless haha
@@godver555I mostly agree, but then again, I was in a high school band with a guy, we really disliked each other, but we made it work. We just ignored each other and never hung out socially. It’s totally possible to be in a band with someone you hate, of course it’s not ideal.
@@bradsmithstudios8881 Every 80's hair band hates each other. Lots of them still tour together. Haha. Can definitely work xD
I don't think there's any more doubt about who is going to be Archspire's next drummer.
I think availability for touring is going to be a major factor.
@@Lupine. Not to be a dick but archspire is such a large band in this very niche genre that it would be a great career choice, albeit a difficult one to make, to drop benighted if need be.
I think wildy Souza out of Brazil could be really fuckin close too, but that would be a logistical nightmare for archspire probably so who knows
@@Lupine.pretty clear career upgrade
@@lucasbrucas9632I hope that isnt the case. Id actually rather him turn down Archspire to continue making music with julien and the gang. Their sound i hold close to my heart
Sounds like a drummer playing Archspire not a machine. Great work.
Exactly my thought
Beside the bass drum
this
it is effing solid, although the triggered kick sounds like a typewriter :C
@@adrianfuentes8423Well, if we're still hearing his actual strokes (I mean not gridded or something), still pretty sick
There are plenty of good drummers uploading audition videos, but Kevin seems to be the one guy who is actually capable and comfortable playing the material.
Not to mention, I don’t think anyone else with an audition up has nearly as much touring experience. Like, dude has toured with Ne Obliviscaris and Benighted. As good as some of the auditions are, having real world experience playing long sets of intense drum parts night after night probably goes a long way, and Archspire tour quite a bit
I'm still doubt about choosing him, because of asking capability of playing stuff like full speed gravity blast or also double bass roll, but overall he's good writers of drum works.
@@Gorebriel We need Marthyn Jovanovic to get in here for a proper analysis.
Agreed
@@Adrianiq1551 Are you saying that you aren't sold on Kevin because you're not sure he can do the gravities and kick parts at full speed? If so you must be new here.
Honestly it's not just the speed and technique, but also the buttery smooth sound. This is some legendary stuff.
Anyone that can switch blast without there being a tone difference when switching hands gets the nod in my book. Simply the best.
For real 🤌🤌🤌
facts, i can't even do double stroke rolls with this level of consistency let alone quarters lol
This has been by far the best audition.
this is the first archspire audition I've seen so far that just feels right, they all feel rushed or lazy, but this grooves with the band perfect
Yeah, in a lot of the other playthroughs you can find at least one thing to point out and criticize (despite them all being very impressive!), but Kevin's are flawless. He almost makes it look easy.
When you thought your favorite bands drummer is gone and it's the end of an era. Your see Kevin's auditions and realize it might be the beginning of a new era. Kevin's the man for Job 💯
thats the comment that will go down in history :). I saw archspire about 2 years ago and it was amazing but now I am excited to see what they write with his help :)
Job for a Kevin
Yet again ONE TAKE, COMPLETE PLAYTHROUGH with no jump cuts. 1:05 is MADNESS!! I think what it is about Kevin guys is that is not even just the speed! It is the precision/timing as well as power too. He hits hard enough to still articulate every hit while simultaneously not lagging and being right on time. He provides a human element to Archspire but in a proper way. It is not an accurate machine, but one of the most accurate human beings possible! Archspire need to hire this man now, plus we already know he can handle the endurance to play full live shows live this just by looking at his Benighted touring cams.
1:20 is more impressive in my book.
this guy is incredible!
I would be shocked if Kevin is not in the #1 spot to take over the drumming duties of Archspire. There are definitely a handful of other super talented and amazingly fast drummers out there, but the experience and sheer talent Kevin has is on another level!
such an obvious pick haha i hope you get the spot!
Audition???? Are you kidding me, guys????? WTF??? You don't do an audition with Sir Paradis, you just take him and say thank you!!!! Unreal XD ! MARK MY WORDS: This man is certainly in top 5 of best metal drummers in the WORLD
The fact that Kevin has the confidence to also put some of his own stamp and style on the material, not just try for the most perfect possible aping of Spencer, is an attractive quality. I'd think Archspire would be looking for someone to write with in future, and bringing something original of yourself to the material is important for that.
Many people don't notice but no one has had better posture of back, neck and elbows than Kevin, even better than Spencer the composer... tremendous master class
his posture is excellent! it motivates me to buy a mirror and start observing myself. it's hard not to lean in on the fast parts
This is absolutely insane.
been a fan of Archspire for years. I'm now a fan of Kevin Paradis. Jesus christ, that was incredible.
💯
Nailed it from top to bottom, these playthroughs are incredible 🔥🤘🏻🙌🏻
The perfect replacement for Spencer
Very true. However, Greg A.Smith had a killer run thru Drone Corpse Aviator… give it a look if you haven’t seen it.
@@VertigoGTI yeah that was really awesome
But Kevin is still my favorite
Wildly Souza
Riccardo Merlini, too. Gonna check out this cover by Andy Vincenzetti next.
@@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power not gonna lend much credence to Riccardo (or Marco lol) if he continues to blatantly and carelessly drop in samples and edit his takes to oblivion in post. you can't hide behind that facade on tour and he is not what Archspire is looking for, the guys see through it immediately
My only introduction to Archspire are all of the different audition videos, but THIS is probably the best one bc of that damn groove.
I keep saying it. The job is yours if u want it. So many awesome drummers dropping videos and they're all doing really good ...but then there's you. U play it perfectly and looks effortlessly. You're in a league of your own my dude 🤘🤘
soooo solid
So clean I'm hearing details in the song I've never noticed before
Incredible! I'd love to hear new Archspire stuff with your sensibility and style
Until now this is the best audition video
Hell yeah, the dude for the job. Out of all I've seen Kevin just hits all markers.
Congrats on joining Archspire!
If you don't get this gig, those guys are really missing out. Super clean!
It's not just about the skills, bro.
There's a big logistics, and human relationships to take in to consideration.
A band is not just a company but also a marriage.
@@BlodiaPunch-r4jBenighted and Archspire have toured together last year so...
Well done! Think out of all the auditions I've watched you look and sound the most precise. Your technique, skills and control is inspiring!
Amazing clean performance. The speed and accuracy 🔥🔥🔥
Wow. This is some TIGHT playing. And it sounds natural.
Kevin. T'es "le gars" pour ces "gars" là. Si c'est toi, c'est le meilleur crossover possible.
Hope to see you drumming with these guys Kev!
This is freakin epic holy molly lml !!
Spencer would be proud =:)
that kinda sounds like hes dead lol
@@hazardeur It kind of does right, God dang haahahha
those alternate blasts are a thing of beauty. so amazing
This drummer never cease to impress me. so clean, precise, tight. love is playing.
To convince the single last person, maybe you should upload one more😂🔥
When he uploads the real bass drum and reveals how shitty the bass drum double strokes actually are off triggers Ill call it real drummin. When you got a computer punchin your beats who cares man. Get your DDR dance pad out cuz the bass drum dont matter.
I don't often leave comments on videos of any kind, but I have to say that not only is Kevin's technical ability quite impressive, his sense of time/groove and overall sound is excellent. Outstanding even.
I kind of fell off listening to archspire as of late, but the prospect of Kevin drumming in the band piques my interest.
Great technique, great feel and great sound.
after seeing Kevin's two videos so far, he clearly is the choice for Archspire. #Staytech #Archspireaudition
Top choice, best ive heard so far. On point and technical AF.
But he's French
Your auditions are the best/my favorite out of all the auditions . Well done 🤘🏻
100% should be this dude. Good luck Kevin, these are beastly playthroughs!!
the ghost notes at 3:21, lets see a drummer who uses snare triggers do that lol
well done, you rock my guy \m/
YES BROTHER YES!! ARCHSPIRE, DEAN, HURRY UP AND SIGN HIM!!
If there's anyone that can fill Spencer's spot, its this man.
Tellement propre !! 👏
Not a single doubt in my mind this is the guy they will pick every note clear
hope you get the gig, man! these covers been really amazing!
The second the switch blasts started I was more than sold, I’ll be baffled if they don’t pick you. Amazing work!
Hoping you get the gig my friend! Beautiful playing!
Your cross blasts sound great!
By far the best I’ve seen. I remember a guy totally messing up the blast, yet still uploading. This, at first glance, was perfect. Better than what I’ve seen the original drummer play when he came up with the 350 bpm blasts
GO KEVIN! This is INSANE dude! New favorite drummer right here
Super comfortable playing the songs, great humor. Give bro the gig
When the musician looks like he has a phd in quantum physics you know you will die in the pit
Kevin continues to progress..never a same beat or routine..awesome skills demonstrated...those blast beats can't be beated🎉
by far the best audition video i've seen so far, holy shit if they don't pick you lmao
best so far and best sounding for this band
Holy $hit !! Wow - just wow !!
I love watching this dude play..
🤘💀🤘
Toujours plus impressionannt
OK, audition is over,, we got the winner here!
You are an absolute monster behind the kit. I’m Sweating just watching this performance
Superb!
Literally the first man i thought of for the job, in between session work you've delivered over the years and your stripes as the drummer of benighted, i cant think of a man better for the job. But please stay with Benighted too 😂
Amazing double bass work! 💥
The switch blasts are so clean and consistent. Like magic
KEVIN, Sos un crack, abrazo!!!!
Kevin you're an absolute beast!
Awesome job Kevin and Greg Smith are the top 2 rn I'd say
immensely impressive drumming
Awesome
Now that’s how you rock a man bun 🤘
flawless victory
Hell yeah, nailed it 🤘🤘
Could definitely see him getting the gig!
Great playing man!
Looks like they've got a new drummer!
SICK!!!! Well done sir
Holy shit that was beyond SICK! Kev is the man!
Wow so much taste and musicality at those insane tempos , killing it brother❤🥁
Those cymbals sounds amazing.
Those Dirk blasts are so clean.
軽やかに、余裕さえあるように感じられる安心して見てられるドラマーですね
Dude reaaaaally want that gig lmao 😂
You'll got it for sure
Kevin is just UNREAL!
awesome!
Being French as the listed weakness is just next level :D
Kevin will be their next drummer. I owe you a pack of pringles if I am wrong.
Have a good day. And remember, blast beats are the way to go.
Cheers from Poland
This guys got my vote. Solid
fluide..endurance..tight and diversifié SOLD !
I'm pulling for ya man! Serious contender!!
Geez... This is insane work of art. 🙌🏻
Perfection excellence!!!Clean playing with plenty of precision, i like most the blast technique on snare and hihat with hand change!!
Trop fort 💪
This is absolutely superb. Wishing you the best with the audition, I say you and Archspire in the UK and it was an incredible show.
yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh the best audition cover I seen so far... You are a beast
holy moly... thats some playing \m/
that was amazing double bass work
Majestic
Good luck man, hope you get the gig! Super enjoyable, ridiculously talented!