I agree. I can't recall a BD show in about 5 years I really enjoyed. Last year's did nothing for me. This year looks much different. But I doubt they will get 98 again, with this show.
Oh my god. Its beautiful. Every single time I see the Blue Devils, I just get more and more motivated to march drum corps. You guys have no idea how much of an idol yall are. I dream to march with you one day.
Usually not the HUGEST bd fan (at least in terms of show design because of course the talent is off the charts) but I actually really love most of this show.
That Horn intro at 1:00 to the end 🔥 Did I here a little Cavies 91 opener in the mellos? Either way sounds like the hornline pyramid is built from the bottom up instead of from the top down for this opener which gives a richer sound. Can't wait to see the finished product 😁
BD looks great, as usual. But they’ll get stiff competition from Boston and Cadets this year (yeah, Cadets are back to top form). BAC’s and Cadets’ preseason vids are phenomenal. It’s gonna be an amazing year for DCI.
So grateful they aren't on System Blue's anymore. Last year, I was a Grade-A Blue Devils hater. This year, I'm choosing not to be. I'm so excited to see how this show evolves over the season. BD absolutely has it in them to bring home #21 this season, but the competition is *definitely* tighter this year. This season is going to be absolutely insane. And I'm here for it!
@AdamChandler-kr5ijthe horns are not system blue anymore they changed to Conn-Selmer last year as well as Ludwig also are not the same as System Blues with how they sounded the battery sounds so much better on the Ludwigs.
Drums are out for blood this year. Still dirty as hell but that’s just blue devils to clean up 2 weeks before finals 😂 if they get it clean it’s gonna be a bloodbath
For anyone who complains that BD doesn't move that much.... The brass is hauling at 220 in the intro, with the tubas crab stepping at 5 to 5 step size.
Always wondered why drill designers don’t account for perspective. A circle will not look circular when seen from a 15 degree angle. It should be prepared as an oval so it looks circular to the audience.
Trying to keep up Mars became a big hassle and money sink since they couldn't get the land owners to let them convert it to turf. I'm pretty sure b corps and c corps still uses them.
@@gunner-qf9eh Who is hating? It's literally what they do. They stand in place on a prop for about 45 seconds of that video and don't move. Their design process is impeccable and its always effective.
There’s just too much crap on the field, not pleasing visually. The horns sound great, but the electronics/“singing” sound horrible, especially in this setting. Just not my cup of tea.
This is going to be great year for BD, and for once I'll actually enjoy it.
Oh stop! 🤣
On that bright note, for once I might actually enjoy a Cadets performance
I agree. I can't recall a BD show in about 5 years I really enjoyed. Last year's did nothing for me. This year looks much different. But I doubt they will get 98 again, with this show.
@@dai-ichichanbro for real. Cadets ballad sounds so good this year
@organboi that’s right, they’re going for a 99
The way I immediately clicked on the notification is insane 😭
Cody Fry sounds amazing in DCI
Blue smoke. Let’s goooo
This gave me chills! Jeeeez
I always love the drone shots straight above the field and seeing the formations mold
They need to incorporate that for big shows too like champs
Oh my god. Its beautiful. Every single time I see the Blue Devils, I just get more and more motivated to march drum corps. You guys have no idea how much of an idol yall are. I dream to march with you one day.
1:11 The drill literally transforms into Matisse's 1953 large-scale cut-out La Gerbe (The Sheaf). Breath-taking.
watching this 90 second clip made me book a flight to Indy in August, thanks BD!
Thank you for actually posting good content. Other corps have so many notes to take from BD
Facts
Okay I half way take this back, Madison Scouts posted their whole show lol
Caves ❤
A little 1997 BD winter guard throw back in there. Love it!
Loved that show. Actually thought we might hear some White Rabbit lol
@@builderphil13 I know! All I hear is that bass line… and then “One…”
@@just__dave exactly. Haha
such a banger open...even for BD!!! Just full-tilt ensemble strungth.....! the folks in Laramie clearly approved.
Look and sound amazing! Can’t wait to see the whole show. Thanks for posting!
By far the strongest preseason vid of any I've seen so far. Feeling pretty smug as a BD hink RN.
I am sooooo excited 🎉
LETS GOO!
Do it up Devils🎶 see ya in July
Awesome! 💚💚🥁🥁💚💚🥁🥁
WOOAAHHH
ATE!!
The drumset metric modulation at 0:38 🤩
les goooo
Chills. Goosebumps. Whew.
Usually not the HUGEST bd fan (at least in terms of show design because of course the talent is off the charts) but I actually really love most of this show.
god you guys really know hwo to do stuff
Best BD show since 2017
That Horn intro at 1:00 to the end 🔥 Did I here a little Cavies 91 opener in the mellos? Either way sounds like the hornline pyramid is built from the bottom up instead of from the top down for this opener which gives a richer sound. Can't wait to see the finished product 😁
Good God Blue Devils this is a mid season level performance!
They played a few times already. Scored 77. 79. Not broken 80 yet. Definitely early season scores.
@@organboi They were the first to break 80. :)
Man, they look and sound so great early on! Cheers to another title!
The chords are just so epic… like the opening to a fantastically movie or story… just can’t wait for more!
Dammit BD…give someone else a chance!
Good luck this year!
No Sir!
Everyone needs to do what they have to. There are no freebies
Nooooooo
BD looks great, as usual. But they’ll get stiff competition from Boston and Cadets this year (yeah, Cadets are back to top form). BAC’s and Cadets’ preseason vids are phenomenal. It’s gonna be an amazing year for DCI.
@@hturt4not stiff enough. I’ve seen preseason vids of both BAC and Cadets and see nothing that will top BD
This is good practice I suppose for recording the victory run in August :)
So grateful they aren't on System Blue's anymore. Last year, I was a Grade-A Blue Devils hater. This year, I'm choosing not to be. I'm so excited to see how this show evolves over the season. BD absolutely has it in them to bring home #21 this season, but the competition is *definitely* tighter this year. This season is going to be absolutely insane. And I'm here for it!
@AdamChandler-kr5ijthe horns are not system blue anymore they changed to Conn-Selmer last year as well as Ludwig also are not the same as System Blues with how they sounded the battery sounds so much better on the Ludwigs.
@AdamChandler-kr5ijthe system blue horns were what held them back from winning the Ott until they switched.
More please?
21
I love this video
0:19 that blend is so impressive
Yare yare
Its insane to see a corps so strong early in the season, 1st placer right here tbh 🔥🔥🔥
Havent seen the full show yet - is this front intro where TesseracT's "Of Energy" is played? trying to pick it out and it sounds similar
HOT
crazy top 4 this year
sounds like a prog metal band, i like it
Another undefeated season with this show. Unrivaled.
100%
Drums are out for blood this year. Still dirty as hell but that’s just blue devils to clean up 2 weeks before finals 😂 if they get it clean it’s gonna be a bloodbath
For the algorithm. ✊
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
For anyone who complains that BD doesn't move that much....
The brass is hauling at 220 in the intro, with the tubas crab stepping at 5 to 5 step size.
Not a BD hater but that was like a few bars worth and in between holds and half time tbf
Remember when BD used to play jazz... oh how far we've come
Boy are you in for a treat! 😊
me when incident in jazz is in their repertoire
I think this year of DCI is shaping up to be another 2019..
Sure it’s the beginning of the season but from all shows I’ve seen up til 7/3… they’re winning off just their opener😅
Does anyone know what the key the hit at 0:58 or the key of the whole caves section?
I’m pretty sure it’s not the same as the original composition
E
How many members are n the Blue Devils?
165+ alternates
Always wondered why drill designers don’t account for perspective. A circle will not look circular when seen from a 15 degree angle. It should be prepared as an oval so it looks circular to the audience.
is the drill the way it always is
Just curious- how many people did they get from SCV? I’m still stunned about no SCV this year.
Practically none. I mean, they were already full.
@@rogerames6888 Therre are a few on trumpet that I know of so....
I thinks a Few guard members too
16-17 SCV vets in all sections, according to a SCV reunion pic posted by a former SCV MM
@@rogerames6888I somehow found that.
0:51
WHY ARE YOU TEASING ME LIKE THIS STOP PLAYING GAMES BD
Don't think I didn't see you drop that sword at the beginning 👀👀😑
Three in a row?
The beginning gives The Witcher vibes
This might be the year that ends the curse...
What happened to,”Mars”?
Trying to keep up Mars became a big hassle and money sink since they couldn't get the land owners to let them convert it to turf. I'm pretty sure b corps and c corps still uses them.
Bass drums. Here is your dot for the next 60 seconds. Just hang out and play a while.
@@gunner-qf9eh Who is hating? It's literally what they do. They stand in place on a prop for about 45 seconds of that video and don't move. Their design process is impeccable and its always effective.
Same opener as last year
Just watched last years show again. I don't hear Jojo in 2022.
Hate is alive and well in 2023.
delusional
Not even close hater, but you do you.
Sounds like someone isn’t the musically inclined one in the family 😂
just because both have a drum solo and a guitar doesn't make it the same LOL
There’s just too much crap on the field, not pleasing visually. The horns sound great, but the electronics/“singing” sound horrible, especially in this setting. Just not my cup of tea.
Absolutely nothing of any value played or marched in this entire opening sequence. General Effect Score: 0.