His playing is extremely compositional, extremely well thought-out. Every single note seems deliberate (atleast from audience perspective). I'm not even a big fan of Northlane's music but, you simply cannot deny the musicianship. Especially in this mans playing. I love it
What amazes me the most is not only what Nic plays, but what he does not. The way he makes use of the space between the notes, and how he changes subdivision between section is just mind blowing. Needless to say, I am a huge fan of his work. Thx for the inspiration, Nic.
A true artist - dynamics, feel, sensitivity, musicality, creativity, originality, tastefulness, showmanship, and a connection to the music and the drums you can feel. Great work Nic + team way to go! 🙌
This guy is definitely one of my favourite drummers of all time. Great feel and sense of dynamics within a song. Great example that sometimes less is more and that Metal Drummers don't have to constantly be playing IN YOUR FACE beats riding the crash away all song long. This unique approach definitely allows to feel the music a lot more and conveys the right vibe at the right times of the song
Northlane. Please. NEVER stop making music. Marcus kicks so much ass too. Better front man than the other dude before. Nic, you’re a superior drummer holy shit I could watch you on the skins all day. So awesome. 🤘🤘
to this day this playthrough brings peace inside my head. the sound, the flow, the style you just got it all Nic! thanks for all these playthroughs and years of joy! Ps: could you maybe do some plays of the new stuff please :p
My favorite player, without any doubt. One of a kind way of thinking music, and one of a kind way of playing. Please do Node next, Nic! Would love that
Nothing comes close to the beautiful deep thunderous warm attack and sound of tama starclassic Bubinga. My favorite drum kit in the world. I have a tama starclassic birch/Bubinga hyperdrive and wouldn’t trade it for the world. Tama all day.
This is sooo cool! I try implementing his style into my playing, the sway and flow is amazing. His style is really inspiring and unique. Makes me wanna go tune my snare to his😂❤
2024. Still one of the best playthroughs out there
I feel like he doesn't get the recognition he deserves
Tyler Tassin no doubt. One of the best modern drummers.
He's a great technical drummer. But he needs to develop a facial/style show to be noticed more. Jmo
@@comebackonthis247 he said fuck it and just wears a mask live now
welcome to real life
@@comebackonthis247 Who cares. Hipsters want a style show. I just want great drumming! I hate those "over the top youtube drummers" with a passion.
his dynamics are incredible. such tasteful playing.
It is truly unique among metal drummers!
I believe every stroke and placement is 100% intentional.
His playing is extremely compositional, extremely well thought-out. Every single note seems deliberate (atleast from audience perspective). I'm not even a big fan of Northlane's music but, you simply cannot deny the musicianship. Especially in this mans playing. I love it
my exact stand point also
Every time I'm amazed how nice, clean, atmospheric and groovy northlane tracks are. Some kind of a perfection.
What amazes me the most is not only what Nic plays, but what he does not. The way he makes use of the space between the notes, and how he changes subdivision between section is just mind blowing.
Needless to say, I am a huge fan of his work.
Thx for the inspiration, Nic.
That use of silence reminds me of Counterparts. They also developed that a lot!
Agreed
It’s a trip. I want to get on his level but I don’t even know where to start
100%
His chops are too sick.
This guy is amazing to watch.
He can pull out like 5678567 different sounds from that snare, holy shit
LMAO ikr
Dynamic range ftw
He was one of the designers of the snare he's using. It's an Evetts Nic Pettersen signature, the snare is tailor-made for him.
899$ + his technique: dreamed sound
Indeed. My favourite is the ".50 cal pressure death pop".
That snare is beautiful
The whole set sounds like a million bucks
A true artist - dynamics, feel, sensitivity, musicality, creativity, originality, tastefulness, showmanship, and a connection to the music and the drums you can feel. Great work Nic + team way to go! 🙌
This is actually beautiful w/ a pinch of brutality, these guys came outta nowhere & dominated, especially their live shows
This guy is in a transcendent state of drumming and i love it!
Probably watched this at least 100 times. Altogether solid af.
Amazing. This is my favorite track off Node.
same here
Same. I thought I knew the drum parts well, not as in I can play them, but you pick up so much watching this. What a player
Every hit is so intentional. Severely underrated drummer
Dedicate yourself fully to something and this is the end result. Truly amazing!
Nic really does feel the music. Certainly one of the best drummers I’ve seen in my 40+ years!
This is the most amazing drumming I've seen in a long time! Nic deseves more recognition!
Straight fire. That breakdown at 2:46 is so tight
Have ever heard "the walk" from Periphery?
Yeah, I can hear the similarities
man the fuckin groove from 2:09 til the breakdown is my shit...dope af; simple, yet elegant
best sounding drums i've been hearing lately on anything
He really plays to the song and adds a lot of textures.
This guy is definitely one of my favourite drummers of all time. Great feel and sense of dynamics within a song. Great example that sometimes less is more and that Metal Drummers don't have to constantly be playing IN YOUR FACE beats riding the crash away all song long. This unique approach definitely allows to feel the music a lot more and conveys the right vibe at the right times of the song
Northlane. Please. NEVER stop making music. Marcus kicks so much ass too. Better front man than the other dude before.
Nic, you’re a superior drummer holy shit I could watch you on the skins all day. So awesome. 🤘🤘
one of the best drummers of the
world in my opinion.
So glad we have Northlane !!
the best drummer of the scene!
The news about joey makes me appreciate the fact that you exist on a whole new level now.
to this day this playthrough brings peace inside my head. the sound, the flow, the style you just got it all Nic! thanks for all these playthroughs and years of joy!
Ps: could you maybe do some plays of the new stuff please :p
Nick has a built-in clock. Perfect pocket IMHO. Love his style 🙌
Nic thank you so much for posting these videos.
Nic's basically the most talented part of the band, and this isn't even tryna diss any member AT ALL. Nic's just a notch above. What a beast drummer.
This calmed my nerves and got me so pumped before this test I am about to take. Fuck yeah Nic
I've never heard of this guy or his band, but I'm impressed.
The drums in every northlane song just sound insane! Nic is always a pleasure to watch🤙🏻
Watched this about 10 times now. Favourite drummer in Australia.
Been my favorite of Northlane's albums to date. Sad I never got to see y'ous here in New York State. Maybe someday!
the morning does not begin with coffee
Awesome!!
Mornings are for coffee and contemplation
best quote from that show.
COFFEE...and CONTEMPLATION.
Sidenote, I know someone named Nick Waldron. Thought you ought to know.
Mitch ZImmerman well, I don't think it's me. In which case, you should tell Nick Nick said, "Hey, Nick."
Why not both?
i live for this shit, fam
me too mate
HOLY SHIT. FINALLY. My fav song played by my fav drummer.
One of THE most underrated drummers out there right now!!
Such a laid back feel while absolutely crushing.
My favorite player, without any doubt. One of a kind way of thinking music, and one of a kind way of playing. Please do Node next, Nic! Would love that
Man, this is my fave song off Node and I was only hoping this morning that you would do a play through of this. Just amazing!! Love it.
One of your best and Cleanest Playthrough Amazing as Always!
Insane. Such a great sound too! More from Nic
The first 30 seconds are getting me so chilled... fantastic drummer!
And I find myself back here again... The drummer magnet that Nic is. You play so damn well! great job man.
So good! Couldn't wipe the smile off my face while watching this.
Hillarys deleted emails contained the secret formula to this snare tone
Samples brother, samples
Dylan Cobern 😂😂🤘
I can give you this snare tone.
@@jamesevanhart yeah samples of his snare..
Has to be my favourite cover so far - and my god is that sound mix perfect.
Its not a cover lol, he is the drummer from Northlane
Love this man’s approach to the kit
great playthrough! transcending dimensions, please
maybe watch mine to tide you over :)
Yess one of my favorite northlane songs and the craziest drummer
Always loved these drum playthroughs, you are beyond belief amazing at drumming 100%
beautiful clean drumming..wow!
Snare and toms sound awesome
Awesome nic
one of the most tight and creative drummers! your playing is nutz!!!
One of the most creative drum parts ever
Nothing comes close to the beautiful deep thunderous warm attack and sound of tama starclassic Bubinga. My favorite drum kit in the world. I have a tama starclassic birch/Bubinga hyperdrive and wouldn’t trade it for the world. Tama all day.
I agree and I'm a Pearl MCX owner. Those SCBs sound damn amazing
always very good! you already have a large Brazilian fan
Best sounding snare on yt
1:18
One of my favorite fills you or any drummer has ever done.
My favourite drummer
beautiful!!!!
Fantastic writing and playing.
Drum mixing goals. These sound amazing.
awesome drumming
So good. And the drums sound fantastic, especially that snare.
This is sooo cool! I try implementing his style into my playing, the sway and flow is amazing. His style is really inspiring and unique. Makes me wanna go tune my snare to his😂❤
one does not simply dislike northlane keep it up guys you're outstanding
cleanest drum execution i have ever seen
Your work on this song made me the Northlane fan I am today
his grooves are so insanely good
Effing awesome! Well done mate. Great playing and fantastic recording! Drums sound great!
Amazing sound
This is so dannnnng heavy.... gosh darn best drummer ever
Super tight and dynamic
Very talented and creative young drummer !!!! Keep it up !!!
Thank you so much for doing what you do
Absolute masterclass
come on nick next video cant wait
Caution: Do not try this at home. You could just implode by understanding how great this is. Much love from Ger
Wow so incredibly tight, his kick sound is too good, one of my favourite drummers, so tasteful :)
Sounds coo smooth
stoked you did another 1, could watch this shit all day.
So sick! Love these play through. One day I need to add a signed drum head of yours to my collection. Rock on!
So sick man awesome play through
you are amazing bro
First time listener here. This is great drumming!!! Keep it up!!! Very inspiring.
So sick dude
You what mate? Amazing, dynamics, groove.
Jeeeezuz moosebumps!!! 2:46 got my attention there... doos that hits the G-spot!!!!!
And 2:42 when he does the double stomp left foot on the hihat during the quiet transition. Killer
Dat cymbal LEEEANNNN
Love that last cymbal smash!
Good stuff!!!
the cymbals sound so good
You are Masters drums!
signature snare sounds amazing!