Every time I watch his composure is astounding. First he loses a stick , then grabs a rod stick, so he chucks that , THEN FINALLY get a real stick to finish. All gasssed out to do another take. Like a REAL pro leaves the take. I have a saying, it’s perfect in its imperfections. Outstanding.
I was there..2006 & 2008..One of the greatest experiences of my life...Todd was very gracious to sign a drumhead for me in-between performances...He's a great ambassador for drumming
Todd put styx back on the map again. They could not have found a better drummer in my opinion. He really took their music to whole new level. He's like the modern day buddy rich of drummers. Fantastic.
Todd is great. A wonderful replacement for JP. And you're right, his playing has brought the band up to a different level. But I still have to give John his props. Without the Panozzo brothers, Styx would have never been...
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He's almost turned them into a prog rock band with his phenomenal playing.
To anyone who would give this a "thumbs-down", I have a question - Is everything ok at home ? Would it help to speak with someone ?? lol! - Thanks for sharing this incredible performance by Todd
I am taking a 26 week online rock drumming course on Drumeo with Todd. All of the comments in this thread apply to him - genius talented, humble, great guy and a superb teacher. I cannot say enough great things about him.
@@jumpinjojo ~ Todd's underrated because most of the mainstream music world ignores him. They tout many of his contemporaries drumming talents all the time. But rarely mention Todd's name. The only reason he's being featured in these situations here is because he puts his self out there and gets noticed. Otherwise, no one except Styx fans would even know who he was...
Wouldn't call him underrated since he's been voted best prog rock drummer twice and best rock drummer once in Modern Drummer. Modern drummer is of course the top selling top rated drum magazine but he's also been rated number one drummer in the world by many other publications. He's also one of the few drummers in Spinal Tap to have survived.
Todd is certainly a top tier drummer, melodically, artistically and technically. I love that traditional grip he uses for most of the song. He's got a bit of Carl Palmer in him!
Forgive me, but it only has the traditional grip in common; for the rest it's the opposite: Todd is technique, precision, study and cleanliness, while Carl was all inventiveness, passion and, let's face it, even a little physical effort; Palmer was a forerunner at the time, while Sucherman is an excellent interpreter of modern drumming with a sovranatural left hand technique, but he is no innovator.
Awesome player... a natural. Todd made a big deal about dropping the stick, then grabbing a hot rod by mistake. His "mistakes" sound better than my flawless moments! Go Todd!
Having seen STYX live this past summer (an INCREDIBLE CONCERT, TOP 5 IN MY LIFE) and having listened and watched a lot of Todd's drumming, he has quickly become one of my favorite drummers! His approach to playing drums is to treat each drum as not just something to create a rhythm with, but as it's own musical instrument is very intelligent and spot on! Todd not only plays a GREAT rhythm driving each song, he musically adds so much in terms of accents, dynamics, etc. He's one of those drummers that makes a band better just because it's him behind the drum kit. It is quite easy to say that he and the guys from STYX are a perfect fit and I hope that they continue to record, tour and stay healthy for many more years!!!!!
Just WOW. I’ve watched it a dozen times and he is effortless and soooooo solid .. I love his explosiveness and absolute control. . Sooo good. Can’t say enough. BTW what a great song ! Never heard it before great job.
He says he could do better, with the right sticks, but Todd you played it with power, precision and finesse that most can't do on their best day. Great job! If you said nothing in the beginning, I would only notice the stick change, that's it.
most balanced drummer on the planet...todd can play anything with mastery...studio, country , rock, pop, hard rock, prog rock, fusion, and even jazz...oh, funk...dude is a morph into any style with technique for years on end...
My one live encounter with Mr. Sucherman was as the drummer for Brian Wilson's first tour as a solo artist. I had never heard his name before, but on a stage full of world class musicians, he stood out as the best player in the band. Stunning.
If Todd switches to DW like so many other drummers have been doing in the last 2 years, I'll be heartbroken. Absolutely heartbroken. Please stay with Pearl Todd. Don't go to the dark side.
TS is my new favourite drummer ! I can’t believe I didn’t know anything about this guy for so many years.. every feel he plays I’m like yeah that’s exactly what I wanted to hear!! Tons of style and technic 🤘🏻👌🏻
Todd must be one of the most solid, spot on, tasteful drummers today. Styx are lucky to have him. This guy could have his choice of who to play with. I admire how much class he has as a person!
just awesome. You'd be hard-pressed to notice either the stick drop or the mismatched stick if you were just listening or if he hadn't pointed it out. I can only dream of being so good.
This has to be the coolest thing on the internet.. It's his style, his approach, his dynamics, his precision, control and speed. I'd wager he is at the top of many peoples "Who I would like to play like the most" list, mine included. Dropped a stick sure, but who noticed..
U2WB....... Just go to his TH-cam channel and hang out with him/us there. He can't answer all your questions all the time but he does respond as he get's the chance to. He's answered a few of mine with graciousness. Just be cool and don't overwhelm the system....... he's a very busy guy but he's not a jerk. And yes as drummers go, he's all that and a bag of sticks too. So fun to watch and listen to.
The song reminded me very much...of something Kansas might have done as well. Wow! great job by this Giant of a Player! My new Fav! ( and doesn't hurt...that he openly admits that Steve Smith...was one of his biggest influences...as was Mine) This guy Has it All. Totally dig watching and listening to him Play. very few can Rival his broad, and comprehensive stylings.
So funny these kids can't tell the voice of Tommy Shaw....I grew up with STYX very underrated band Todd has brought them to a new level "but they were always a KILLER band" don't let Mr Roboto throw you they got rid of that DUDE
Alan Vaughan Dennis DeYoung was GREAT !! Really, buy or rent the DVD “ Return To Paradise, live dvd w DeYoung it’s great. ... I hate bands losing original members.
And thank goodness they did. I also grew up with Styx. Tommy Shaw and JY are the reasons they are still my favorite band today. Dennis was always my least favorite singer/songwriter during their A&M years. And I agree, Todd was an excellent replacement for JP. But in all fairness, if not for the Panozzo brothers, Styx would have never been. So I still have to give props to John, (hope he is resting in peace)...
Also grew up with Styx. This song could of been on Pieces of Eight, their last prog album. However, John Panozzo did not have the level of chops that Todd does.
@@IslandDigital Sorry Dennis DeYoung that was mean... I saw the Paradise tour with Dennis and it was killer and so was he, Dennis was always a LOT theater ..and its nice to add a little theater to Rock but not to much ...it was my first time seeing Todd I was just stunned he came out of nowhere I just couldn't get enough of this guy
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Todd has become one of my all time favorites. Love the style, the chops, the joy and the pleasant demeaner. A true master makes it look easy.
And he is NEVER mentioned when they talk about the greatest drummers. This guy is a great drummer and an absolute awesome musician.
He is the best. What a talent.
@@dougspencer0288 When Drummers are talking, He is Always talked about
Every time I watch his composure is astounding. First he loses a stick , then grabs a rod stick, so he chucks that , THEN FINALLY get a real stick to finish. All gasssed out to do another take. Like a REAL pro leaves the take. I have a saying, it’s perfect in its imperfections. Outstanding.
Not Just a Drummer, but a True Musician. Bad Ass!
Excellent drummer! Standing ovation!
I was there..2006 & 2008..One of the greatest experiences of my life...Todd was very gracious to sign a drumhead for me in-between performances...He's a great ambassador for drumming
Todd put styx back on the map again. They could not have found a better drummer in my opinion. He really took their music to whole new level. He's like the modern day buddy rich of drummers. Fantastic.
Todd is great. A wonderful replacement for JP. And you're right, his playing has brought the band up to a different level. But I still have to give John his props. Without the Panozzo brothers, Styx would have never been...
He's almost turned them into a prog rock band with his phenomenal playing.
Agreed!!!
Agreed!
I completely agree! He IS such a great fit with STYX and your Buddy Rich comparison is spot on!
To anyone who would give this a "thumbs-down", I have a question - Is everything ok at home ? Would it help to speak with someone ?? lol! - Thanks for sharing this incredible performance by Todd
I am taking a 26 week online rock drumming course on Drumeo with Todd. All of the comments in this thread apply to him - genius talented, humble, great guy and a superb teacher. I cannot say enough great things about him.
I saw what you did there..
I never tire of watching this incredible performance. Todd is a true master musician.
Very underrated drummer. The guy was just what they needed after the original drummer passed away.
Underrated by who?? I've never seen a single media source making that claim.
@@jumpinjojo ~ Todd's underrated because most of the mainstream music world ignores him. They tout many of his contemporaries drumming talents all the time. But rarely mention Todd's name. The only reason he's being featured in these situations here is because he puts his self out there and gets noticed. Otherwise, no one except Styx fans would even know who he was...
@ ~ I have to respectfully disagree. As a whole, Todd is still pretty much ignored by most of the music industry. So he is underrated...
@ ~ The music industry doesn't recognize Todd. You one measly magazine. But that's about it...
Wouldn't call him underrated since he's been voted best prog rock drummer twice and best rock drummer once in Modern Drummer. Modern drummer is of course the top selling top rated drum magazine but he's also been rated number one drummer in the world by many other publications. He's also one of the few drummers in Spinal Tap to have survived.
This guy is one of the best
wow those stage set up people should check on that drum stands security,sure moves all over the place
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What a fantastic player, and what a great, humble guy. SO impressive !
I was there.Special moment.Special player. My three favorite drummers (Simon, Todd and Gavin) on the same bill. Memorable to say the least.
Derek Roddey kicked royal ass in 08
Todd is certainly a top tier drummer, melodically, artistically and technically. I love that traditional grip he uses for most of the song. He's got a bit of Carl Palmer in him!
Forgive me, but it only has the traditional grip in common; for the rest it's the opposite: Todd is technique, precision, study and cleanliness, while Carl was all inventiveness, passion and, let's face it, even a little physical effort; Palmer was a forerunner at the time, while Sucherman is an excellent interpreter of modern drumming with a sovranatural left hand technique, but he is no innovator.
Todd makes a simple flam hit sound amazing.
Those aren't easy the way he does them
I believe a great word to describe how they're done is with "finesse." Years upon years of muscle memory combined with a marvelous imagination.
Awesome player... a natural. Todd made a big deal about dropping the stick, then grabbing a hot rod by mistake. His "mistakes" sound better than my flawless moments! Go Todd!
Yeah, hehe, if he hadn't said anything I wouldn't have noticed.
This. He is humble and an incredible drummer.
What exactly is a hot-rod?
@@Scatterbrain70 I believe is the stick made up of a bunch of thin dows/rods that’s held together at each end. It’s for fat, sloppy playing.
It’s a stick made for lighter acoustic playing - perfect example is those nirvana and Alice In Chains unplugged albums from back in the day
Man this guy is good! Love his style! Definitely one of the best drummer out there today! Very underrated! Wow!👌😎👍
Having seen STYX live this past summer (an INCREDIBLE CONCERT, TOP 5 IN MY LIFE) and having listened and watched a lot of Todd's drumming, he has quickly become one of my favorite drummers! His approach to playing drums is to treat each drum as not just something to create a rhythm with, but as it's own musical instrument is very intelligent and spot on! Todd not only plays a GREAT rhythm driving each song, he musically adds so much in terms of accents, dynamics, etc. He's one of those drummers that makes a band better just because it's him behind the drum kit. It is quite easy to say that he and the guys from STYX are a perfect fit and I hope that they continue to record, tour and stay healthy for many more years!!!!!
Just WOW. I’ve watched it a dozen times and he is effortless and soooooo solid .. I love his explosiveness and absolute control. . Sooo good. Can’t say enough. BTW what a great song ! Never heard it before great job.
That stick drop was actually impressive to watch how he managed it. Great drummer.
Nothing short of Awesome even after that stick went flying. Todd is an Amazing Drummer. One of today's Best for sure.
His fluidity is second to none...just an amazing player. worth studying as one of the greats,
saw him live a few years ago, and you could feel his power from the balcony, it was incredible.
He says he could do better, with the right sticks, but Todd you played it with power, precision and finesse that most can't do on their best day. Great job! If you said nothing in the beginning, I would only notice the stick change, that's it.
Love Todd. Solid as a rock. One of the good guys 👍
most balanced drummer on the planet...todd can play anything with mastery...studio, country , rock, pop, hard rock, prog rock, fusion, and even jazz...oh, funk...dude is a morph into any style with technique for years on end...
Major stick drop and never missed a BEAT...Dudes just one of the BEST out there today
I love it when guys this good drop a stick once in a blue moon. It makes them human and gives the rest of us a fighting chance.
I agree. Except if I wasn’t watching I never would have known - virtually seamless! So much for my fighting chance.
Total rock and roll, shit flies and you don’t miss a beat!! Crowd goes crazy!!
he plays so clean, love it
Todd is one of thee WORLDS GREATEST of all time behind the drums. Amazing performance.
The literal king of drumming, man his snare placement is high!
My one live encounter with Mr. Sucherman was as the drummer for Brian Wilson's first tour as a solo artist. I had never heard his name before, but on a stage full of world class musicians, he stood out as the best player in the band. Stunning.
If Todd switches to DW like so many other drummers have been doing in the last 2 years, I'll be heartbroken. Absolutely heartbroken. Please stay with Pearl Todd. Don't go to the dark side.
NEVER heard of this guy. Until now. I grade hard...but this guy rocks. IN the pocket; power and chops.
I hope you saw him live by now. He's live sound is the best of any drummer.
Todd you are absolutely awesome and a total trooper 👍👍
LOVE this song , beyond amazing drummer !!
TS is my new favourite drummer ! I can’t believe I didn’t know anything about this guy for so many years.. every feel he plays I’m like yeah that’s exactly what I wanted to hear!! Tons of style and technic 🤘🏻👌🏻
This guy is great. I get a Gavin Harrison vibe from him. Deep pocket time with a clean tone. Awesome
Fuck yes!!! Good call.
One of the best,great guy,love watching him play,learn something new every time I watch him.
Truly a master at your kraft sir !!! You are a inspiration !!!
Great job Todd, that stick just went flying, and you didn't miss a beat...😂🥁😂🥁😂
I am a new here, listen to Todd is awesome so clean sounds great thanks for this class.. greetings from chile..
Great performance! Todd always impresses me!
It's amazing! loving what you can't explain, but understand.
Monster! Congrats from Brazil!!!
I really enjoy what he played. a natural-born drummer. great job.
I'm impressed every time I see him play.
Amazing drumming, plays the song and dynamic at the same time.
Todd is a world class underated drummer for sure
Master!!!!! Fantastic!!!!! I love this guy!!!!
...and I'm crying
So good, thank you. The shot of Macallan was perfect.
Absolutely incredible stuff!
Wow-I just never realized how much a monster drummer Todd is! 🤯
Watch his Red Storm video and everything he's doing on the new album. He's the new Master
He looks extremely natural with traditional grip.
Not sure why anyone would not like this video. Great drumming!
Todd must be one of the most solid, spot on, tasteful drummers today. Styx are lucky to have him. This guy could have his choice of who to play with. I admire how much class he has as a person!
The Great Todd Sucherman, or is it Todd Sucherman The Great. Either way, great!
I really love tgis guy and his style!!
Todd and Gene Hoglan talk so similar its funny. Such intelligent guys.
Probably the best drummer still alive today.
He's excellent, but lets not get carried away here!
@@crimsonpearl4686 No shlt lol
just awesome. You'd be hard-pressed to notice either the stick drop or the mismatched stick if you were just listening or if he hadn't pointed it out. I can only dream of being so good.
Love it that when he dropped a stick the first thing to hand was a multirod... in that track!! 🤣 Awesome stuff, that's how you do it.
Never a drummer living or deceased who didn't drop a stick you keep going relax teaches you how to hold it together with one.Have fun who cares ❤
Very clean and powerful! Awesome
2020 still impressive !!
This has to be the coolest thing on the internet.. It's his style, his approach, his dynamics, his precision, control and speed. I'd wager he is at the top of many peoples "Who I would like to play like the most" list, mine included.
Dropped a stick sure, but who noticed..
Todd is just an awesome guy and a fantastic player. Would love to hang with him and ask about a zillion drumming questions.
U2WB....... Just go to his TH-cam channel and hang out with him/us there. He can't answer all your questions all the time but he does respond as he get's the chance to. He's answered a few of mine with graciousness. Just be cool and don't overwhelm the system....... he's a very busy guy but he's not a jerk. And yes as drummers go, he's all that and a bag of sticks too. So fun to watch and listen to.
5:55, subtle grip change. Love it.
JustinPayton He does that from time to time, like right there in prep for that long roll spanning all toms. He’s phenomenal.
cool video !! great song ! awesome drumming !!
One of the best. Id put him against anyone. Tasteful and technical
Todd knocks it out of the park. Wish I could hire him for the album I'm recording. What a powerhouse.
I'm the guy that always leaves a bad comment but I got to tell you I have nothing bad to say about this guy
Your a dick
Back at ya
@@TunnelSnake-es7tu a year later your still a dick.🤣
u have no idea about drumming bro . i am sorry to tell u this.
th-cam.com/video/9SmLl5GC7jU/w-d-xo.html
time , groove , sound fits very well
Uno de los mejores sin duda... De todo el colectivo que visitó el legendario festival Modern Drummer ESTE QUEDARÁ POR SIEMPRE EN LA MEMORIA!
Il mio batterista preferito, il numero uno al mondo per classe e tecnica
Excellent beautiful amazing sublime inmortal 🎼 🥁 🎶 🎵 💫
saw him live with Styx, it was unbelievable
Absolutely my favorite drummer!
I was so relieved when he finally hit that extra bass drum🤦♂️
Isso é uma obra de arte da melhor qualidade.
Absolutely Flawless!👏👏👏👏👏
The song reminded me very much...of something Kansas might have done as well. Wow! great job by this Giant of a Player! My new Fav! ( and doesn't hurt...that he openly admits that Steve Smith...was one of his biggest influences...as was Mine) This guy Has it All. Totally dig watching and listening to him Play. very few can Rival his broad, and comprehensive stylings.
Such a great drummer
Nicely done sir! Glissandolischiouso!
Great Todd! 👍😇❤️❤️❤️
So much excitement makes right stick fly away at 6:20 !
The stick drop at the end shows it happens to even the very best of us.
Incredible drummer!!
Excellent beautiful amazing
still love it!!
One of my favorite songs :-)
Damn clean playing right there!
Fantastic. Just fantastic.
Some people are born drummers, this guy is one. He has the touch of Weckl in my humble opinion.
Todd Sucherman Is A Beast!
terrific vid ! - Chip Barkhouse The Drummist
That was pure perfection.
So funny these kids can't tell the voice of Tommy Shaw....I grew up with STYX very underrated band Todd has brought them to a new level "but they were always a KILLER band" don't let Mr Roboto throw you they got rid of that DUDE
Alan Vaughan Dennis DeYoung was GREAT !! Really, buy or rent the DVD “ Return To Paradise, live dvd w DeYoung it’s great. ... I hate bands losing original members.
And thank goodness they did. I also grew up with Styx. Tommy Shaw and JY are the reasons they are still my favorite band today. Dennis was always my least favorite singer/songwriter during their A&M years.
And I agree, Todd was an excellent replacement for JP. But in all fairness, if not for the Panozzo brothers, Styx would have never been. So I still have to give props to John, (hope he is resting in peace)...
Also grew up with Styx. This song could of been on Pieces of Eight, their last prog album. However, John Panozzo did not have the level of chops that Todd does.
@@IslandDigital Sorry Dennis DeYoung that was mean... I saw the Paradise tour with Dennis and it was killer and so was he, Dennis was always a LOT theater ..and its nice to add a little theater to Rock but not to much ...it was my first time seeing Todd I was just stunned he came out of nowhere I just couldn't get enough of this guy
AMAZING WORK