The Sound of The Smashing Pumpkins | Jimmy Chamberlin & Yamaha Drums
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ส.ค. 2018
- We caught up with The Smashing Pumpkins drummer Jimmy Chamberlin for a run-thru of his set-up at rehearsals for the Shiny and Oh So Bright Tour. Keep watching to learn more about Jimmy's return to the Yamaha Absolute Hybrid Kit -- the signature drum sound of The Smashing Pumpkins.
For more info on upcoming shows, and to listen to their latest single "Solara," go to www.smashingpumpkins.com.
Plus, check out the Live Q&A we did with the whole band: • Live Q&A with The Smas... - เพลง
Jimmy chamberlain is a “musicians drummer”. A true professional glad to see him healthy and playing better than ever 👍
the contemporary version of Neil Peart, impressive
+1! He absolutely is, and his performances scream that. His combo of touch, nuance, and rocking crush is a force to be reckoned with.
How dare you compare Neil Peart to Jimmy? Not even in the same conversation. Jimmy is light years better, Neil is very overrated IMO
He's a jazz drummer trapped in a rock band. Without Jimmy, SP would've been a boring noisy alternative band.
@dgonzalezm145 what are you on? I want some!
This is one of the best drummers alive at this moment. I should point out, he has been this good for 20 plus years. All skills, no hype.
true words. If Billy Let him have more of a word in the pumpkins musical direction they might still be making good music
30 years*
He was that good before The Smashing Pumpkins. Dude is a jazz drummer that happens to be famous for playing alternative rock music.
30 plus
His drums at the end of Everlasting Gaze are just absolutely mental.
Yes, his jazz background is so obvious on the entire song, still it fits perfectly with the metal distortion riffs.
Mental or metal
Geek USA is a total drum workout.
Probably the best drummer I've ever heard. So he's not a poser and makes it look effortless, you tend to underestimate just how good he is. He doesn't play crap he's there to compliment the music not overpower it, it's a gift. Grateful he's back. Big fan of the Pumpkins and Jimmy.
Bravo, he was able to speak his mind for 6:44 minutes without being interrupted by Billy.
jimmy is always right , always
haha
Say no more! Billy is amazing but without Jimmy, Smashing Pumpkins would have come and go unnoticed .
@@RM-rm3hk He really, REALLY does have that much impact on the SP sound. I've still really liked the albums that he wasn't playing on, but wow...what a home-run difference WITH his unique musicianship.
@@RM-rm3hk i’m pretty sure billy knows this, there’s a reason he desperately wanted jimmy back rather than the other band mates after everyone left
My favorite drummer. I love the way he injects jazz elements into big rock rythms. His drum sound is also amazing
Amen sista!
He's the most underrated drummer of the 90's and can play ANYTHING!!! His hands are insane.
Ha Ha that’s hilarious. UNDERRATED - are you serious?!
@@thomasedmundrichards Yea i would say so. Maybe not in drum circles, but i only hear of 4 drummers. Bonham, Neil Pert, Danny Carey, and Travis Barker.
@@aaronpannell6401 😂😂😂
@@thomasedmundrichards What do you believe he is really well known, or do you just think he sucks as a drummer?
@@aaronpannell6401 he’s an amazing drummer. No question.
Jimmy is looking/sounding real good; and what a good speaker ! Liked how much he articulated about the sound, and broke that down.
So glad he is still happy rocking it ! !
Spirits Of Another Day Shows how experienced in drumming he is.
That snare sounds incredible!
Lily Mu Yes it do. I'm kinda wondering if he's running an ambassador on top or an Emperor.
Lily, do you play drums?
He has always had such an amazing snare sound. The snare sound on Siamese Dream may be my favorite sound of any drum on any recording ever.
Wizzle it's an emperor
His snare rolls teleport me right into the middle of Siamese Dream
A true original, and he sounds even better now than ever, and ALWAYS with his own sound. Jimmy’s an artist
Such a recognizable signature touch. One of the greats of all time.
That was pretty dope, I'm hoping to see you work with th-cam.com/video/dCQ3MbTo2bA/w-d-xo.html it would be epic
One of the main reasons I fell in love with the pumpkins was Jimmy's drumming.
Me too
Absolutely
Jimmy is such a boss at drumming. I could watch him just jam out for hours.
Aaron Lewis agreed
Same. Pretty sure I've gone through every video on YT several times now.
Jimmy Chamberlain and Carter Beauford need to do a competition
Hi saw the smashing pumpkins last night in Indianapolis do a 3 1/2 hour set. Jimmy was so precise and so technical and so dynamic that it blew my mind. I’ve been playing drums for 30 years and I haven’t seen that much perfection before. There’s always little things that I catch a concert where the drummer screws up or miss is a cue or something like that but Jimmy was on top of it the entire 3 1/2 hours set. He did three solos last night. Small mid song solos and they were mesmerizing! Their stage show was amazing as well. Those drums and cymbals sounded amazing!
Bob Keys that is amazing
No disrespect to Dave Grohl, I love his force. But I'll take Jimmy Chamberlin all day every day.
Pereyda4444 Jack Irons is my favourite 90s drummer, but Chamberlin is a close second.
People talk about Dave Grohl in GOAT drummer conversations? Almost as bad as when they mention Travis Barker lmao
Dave Grohl is so overrated
jimmy all day every day 2x on sunday! No offence to Dave either lol
Thing is, Dave Grohl knows how to serve the song, which is always more important than showing off your chops. Jimmy does that too, but coming from a jazz background i think he has more swing, gotta have that swing sun.
It was fucking crazy seeing him live a few days ago. He laid down some of the cleanest chops I've ever heard with barely any effort.
It's insane to see them live in Montreal and hear the drums be that close to the album sound. Jimmy didn't need production to shine. He's so good.
The guy is crazy talented.
For me, Jimmy has the most satisfying drum sound ever. Speaks Rock with a Jazz alphabet. Power and subtle grace. JC ⚡️🤘
"Speaks rock with a jazz alphabet"... Love that! Well said.
Jimmy Chamberlin and Danny Carey for the WIN!!!
My favorite drummer. Few drummers are a significant part of a band’s sound, and he is one.
Even Billy Corgan, a noted ego maniac, gives Jimmy credit for how influential he is on their sound.
One of my favorites. He’s a beast. A legend. Doesn’t get mentioned enough in the “greats” conversation
Legit talent . One of the greatest living drummers... the pumpkins obviously weren't the same band without him... Bravo Jimmy C. 👏👏
The greatest drummer ever, in my opinion. I saw him do a clinic about thirteen years ago, and was lucky enough to meet him. Really nice guy.
Wasn’t aware how great this guy is.
Listen to his first Complex album!
Track down some Pumpkins concert footage from the early to mid-90s and get ready to piss your pants.
probably one of the only drummers that when you hear him play you take yourself back to life you were living in the 90s
Dude... from a lifelong drummer... you have been a major influence. Your snare licks using the rim... in rock? One of the best ever!
His passion is evident in not only his incredible playing ability but how well he can articulate what he has to say about it. Great video.
Jimmy is one of the best. Saw them on opening night of their tour and those drums were a force.
One of my all time favourtie drummers. Not only is he a stellar drummer, but he is a fantastic musician who serves the song while still adding flavour and dynamics from behind the kit.
The only drummer I've ever heard can accentuate vocal and guitar lines simultaneously. This man is mythical; to say the least. I've always said when it comes down to it; as long as you have Jimmy with Billy, then you'll always have The Pumpkins.
Sadly underrated drummer!! His sound and style is undeniable ... effortless!!! Always loved JC!!!
The ending of Hummer has some fantastic fills. I'm not a drummer but I think Jimmy's unique among rock drummers, probably because he plays more like a jazz drummer.
Totally agree. Love that song
He is a jazz drummer. He just got famous for playing in a rock band. 😀
😲 Wow! So great to see Jimmy play! His drums were the soundtrack of my teenage years!
A true legendary stand out drummer !!
One word: Underrated
Best alt rock drummer of all time... PERIOD!
Best snare sound from the 90?! Great drumming with the feeling.
I like his serious facial expression whenever he's playing an example, like "Got it?! THIS is how it's supposed to sound,right!"
Casually plays a few notes of "Stand Inside Your Love" and you can hear the whole freaking song in your head. That is magic, sir.
Wow. Brilliant player I have never heard of before. He says during the interview he doesn’t want to blow chops all over the material and that’s evident in his playing here; tasty and impeccable and effortless not showing off. Brilliant.
Check out the Pumpkins' first album Gish -- "Suffer" through "Tristessa" for particular drum standouts. Power meets nuance -- I'm not even a drummer and I can sing every drum hit on this album haha!
My dad was just showing me a guitar center magazine and i seen him and his kit. Kit looks amazing. Yamaha is what i use! Drums sound great!
So glad you're still with us Jimmy!!! One of my all-time favs and one of modern rock's best ever! would love to hear some live Pumpkin's recordings with the dark cymbals.
He is so fluid - but also manages to grove at the same time. Plus he really controls the dynamics of all the drums and cymbals so that they breathe and work together beautifully. Nice player!
Love the interview! Very intellectual dude!
He definitely comes across as an extremely thoughtful and analytical musician in this clip. Great player.
Jimmy is one of the greatest drummers in the entire world, such a unique sound he has.
Jimmy is a true hero and inspiration. Thankful he’s willing to share his talent with us.
Jimmy...you are exceptional. Very dynamic...glad you are back with the Pumpkins..i saw the band in Nashville a few weeks ago and it was freekin awsome!!
He's looking so healthy. Love this man. Pumpkins are my favourite artists of all time. Changed my life.
One of the Greatest Rock Drummers ever.....its just that simple and true.
Jimmy is a true master of his craft, you can tell just listening to him talk about it. Truly articulate, understands what a drummer should do and knows how to elevate what could be a mundane song, into a complete masterpiece.
I know this comment is late. But this was the best thing I’ve seen in a long while.
Jimmy needs to make a drum instruction DVD. His mind is brilliant.
Go Jimmy! ❤️🤘
I love this guy and The Pumpkins. What an a amazing drummer! I enjoyed listening not only to his playing in this video, but to his words too.
I’m in my 50’s and been drumming since I was 11. There have been countless drummers over the years who have made a difference in my playing and Jimmy has remained my goto for inspiration for style and complexity. Jimmy you are amazing. Thank you for your time, talent and willingness to never give up!!
Ah jc he’s just so knowledgeable about his craft glad he’s still with the band!
absolutely makes the Pumpkins for me....couldn't really get behind the albums without him....what a backbone to have in a band!! I could listen to Jimmy Chamberlain and Danny Carey all day everyday
Jimmy is the best! The Smashing Pumpkins got me through high-school.
Saw them live on their melancholy and the infinite sadness tour.
One of the best shows and nights of my life!
I love how he approaches music and the drums role in presenting the songs too the audience.
Jimmy Chamberlin IS a great drummer. Nice control. He knows his chops. Bravo!
Beautiful kit! Jimmy is a goddamn beast!
Jimmy, thank you for continuing to live with us. You are important to us.
That kit is amazing. Glad Jimmy is doing well and rocking still. I saw Pumpkins in late 90s. Great show. I gotta see them again.
Oh wow that snare sound is so Jimmy Chamberlin's sound. Im amazed
Just saw him in Sacramento. 3+ hours straight.. Excellent performance by the whole group.
Saw them in Tampa! Didn't even realize it was a three hour show, I was so completely into it. Just phenomenal show with everyone in perfect form, especially JImmy. He makes the band, along with Iha obviously. The difference is staggering between the Real Deal and the Pumpkins Cover Band. Did they do the full Stairway to Heaven and Ground Control... and Landslide there?
The setlist was identical for all the shows i believe.
My favorite drummer and my bias aside. I truly believe he is one of the worlds most important drummers. What he says here is so key for up and coming guys. We are lucky to still have him around. I saw this recent tour and it was incredible.
one of the best, so nice to hear him speak about " being in the moment".. really cool.
That finish looks crazy cool
Pretty cool, thanks for sharing brother!
One of my all time favorites. You rock Jimmy! Definitely one of my major influences. Keep it up brother!
We love you Jimmy never ever stop performing, and thank you for the wonderful inspiration that you give to us aspiring drummers, via your skilled drumming techniques.
Being an SP fan from the get-go and a JC fanboy, I always thought he never got the props he deserved from Drum World on through to the high-end reviewers. His sound and groove is as integral to SP as Grohl's was to Nirvana and Watt's is to the Stones, to name just two. Every time Chamberlin returns to SP its like, okay, teacher's back in class.....now shit's about to get REAL
I love playing the Everlasting Gaze, it's such a fun song to play
could listen to it all day. have been listening since 92. truly a one of a kind
God damn it he’s so good. Loved watching and listening to this. Great insight and tips.
I love this guy’s drumming feel
You know Jimmy is the best when not one person has mentioned Neil in the comments.
I love this guy. His jazzy, lighter-touch style is excellent; it's a style I've ran with all my life too, and it works so well with the Pumpkins. Also, an awesome choice of drums, drum sizes, and cymbals. So glad to see you're still kickin' ass Jimmy! 👍
Crazy cool that you're still here, Jimmy. Love you, Man.
Most underrated and legendary drummer of our time
One of the best drummers of all time
Grest post! Refreshing to hear artists speak about themselves when it comes to their craft.
Such a great drummer, fascinating to listen to him discuss his craft.
Yes jimmy Chamberlain and danny carey are my 2 favourite drummers and neil peart is in the mix to.......
I heard Jimmy playing before I heard Billy playing... in Cherub Rock. In that time, nobody would start a rock song like that.
Saw them live this summer, came away with an even bigger respect for Jimmy. He has a way of making the drums stand out so beautifully even with the heavier guitar moments.
Seen them last night, kit sounds and looks great. Really stood out
P.S. his flams are untouchable! And sound even faster now. If that's possible.
Gish "IAmOne" 4Ever🎃!
Jetty1502 i like to throw in Grohl in that discussion but I hear ya. ☺️
infloslinger I'm in total agreement with you
His flams sound as good and clean as Tony Williams’s. He has always had clean fast rolls
infloslinger Steve Smith, Dave Weckl and Vinnie Colaiuta have been on top of that for ages.
Cinnamon Life Cereal seeing Vinnie play live was an experience I'll never forget. I've always been a Sting fan, more of a Police fan. I just really love the way that Vinnie utilizes his Splash cymbals it's like he's painting on a canvas but just putting a little Dash of bright blue here and a little Dash of turquoise there. I've been gigging for 20 years so I'm trying to put it in words but it's hard to.
Killer flams. Tasty!
I allways perceived the drums as one of the best parts in the pumpkins music and now I understand. I love jazz. Good to have you Jimmy Chamberlain.
my god this kit sounds fantastic. His chops are better than ever. Plays beautifully.
Very cool. Thank you.
His playing is good, no doubts, the snare also. But those hats give me life man
Oleksandr Horskyi I was thinking the same thing essentially.
Oleksandr Horskyi: nope. Me no likey those hats. Snare made me pee a little, it sounds so nice.
Do you know what those exact hats are? Thanks.
Unfortunately no, sorry
Started drumming at age 12, Bonham was my idol in the early years but once I heard and studied and played along to Jimmy, I realized he was the drummer I wanted to emulate most. His chops are incredible, he has power, strength, but mixes in delicate jazzy licks, it's just the perfect style to me. I can't even pull off some of his fills 100% of the time, truly admire his talent.
His intro to I Am One still blows me away 30+ years later. Incredible drummer.👍👍
Saw the Pumpkins headline an early Lollapalooza back in the 90's with the original line-up supporting Siamese Dream. I was completely blown away. They were simply flawless in every facet and they were LOUD!
Goodness... Where'd the time go?.?...😐
Same. Beastie Boys and Smashing Pumpkins. (and a lot of other cool bands!) Jimmy Chamberlain blew me away...
“I was completely blown; it went everywhere and he even licked it all up for me!”
Nice one, brah 😎
Jimmy is a beast!
I was at the MSG show in the upper tier & I felt the drums pounding my chest & heart. Every kick drum & cymbal crash, the sound was amazing. Hummer, Tonight, Tonight was insane.
Mr. Chamberlain continues to remain one of the most underrated drummers of my lifetime. Mad props to his tight chops
Absolute f#@kin legend ! Full stop .
Jimmy Chamberlain is the reason I started playing drums. Also I'd be curious to know what Grohl would have to say about Jimmy's drumming. I feel like a lot of the great 90s bands know he is probably the best drummer of their era but don't admit to it for whatever reason
I mean we can't forget Carter Beauford of Dave Matthews and Danny Carrey of Tool, but I agree and he's also the drummer I take most inspiration from. It is a shame that not many people mention him often.
Absolute legend. I don't think I've ever heard him talk before. He's incredibly articulate.
My favorite alternative rock drummer ever! Welcome back Jimmy!