One of the most underrated drummers in history. Nick absolutely slays, and always with that smooth laid-back feel and a big smile on his face. Those big tom rolls he pulls out are pure awesome.
@josteinv.jordet257
5 жыл бұрын
Norsk?
@Cobalt985
3 жыл бұрын
For real. And the track he was playing with Big Big Train made me wanna check them out more, really reminds me of Genesis and Yes. Just a smattering of Dream Theater in there too. There was quite a bit more DT sound in the Spock's Beard medley, which sounded pretty sick.
@PabloJ1968
3 жыл бұрын
Multi instrumentalist and a heck of a vocalist too!
@DailyFrankPeter
Жыл бұрын
Yeah, you forgot to mention he can sing.
@jamessbca
6 ай бұрын
I love this guy. Talks to you / acts like your buddy / friend from next door. Walks in and kills it on the drums. Normal guy. Plays like a freaking hero.
@brianmendelsohn2789
6 жыл бұрын
One of the nicest and most humble guys out there! Nice catch Drumeo
@mallorga1965
4 жыл бұрын
This has been one of the most enjoyable videos I've seen on Drumeo. Nick is not only a great drummer, but also a great communicator. Long live Prog Rock!
@JD-qp9ox
6 жыл бұрын
Most underrated drummer of the 21st century.
@arsonality3797
4 жыл бұрын
21st century schitzoid man
@Holestic_Honesty
4 жыл бұрын
TheAnime Kid That would be Giles.
@markdemell3717
3 жыл бұрын
I play like that ,when I am sleeping in dream land.
@PabloJ1968
3 жыл бұрын
Multi instrumentalist ad a heck of a vocalist too!
@ogden700
6 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness! To watch Nick D'Virgilio play the Overture to "Snow", up close and direct: I fainted. This is the music, and the musicianship, that is heard in heaven (beside, as Douglas Coupland has pointed out, the opening 20 seconds of "Lovely Rita".) Wow. Just. Wow. Unbelievable. What a song. What drumming chops. Wow.
@SKragseth
6 жыл бұрын
Yes! Nick is the man! Love his playing and Sweetwater demos
@enzonicita2000
6 жыл бұрын
My favorite drummer in the world... Always he smiles, he feels the music... Thanks Nick for your music.
@rocktonmusikschule
5 жыл бұрын
Its all about the music. He is a great drummer, singer and musician. I can here a lot of Collins influence in his playing. Both are so underrated. Great!
@blakeyeatsteaky
6 жыл бұрын
Nick is a legend! What a hell of a guy.
@selftaughtD
6 жыл бұрын
I've seen this guy on youtube and I thought he was just a very cool drum reviewer. Didn't know that he is an absolute monster. Biggest respect from south Korea
@Audioholics
3 жыл бұрын
Nick is such an amazing drummer and humble human being. Snow is hands down Spock Beard's best album, IMHO, largely due to his contribution.
@alainassenberg
6 жыл бұрын
Finally! One of the most underrated drummers...no, musicians! With his own soundsignature, by his playing and chosen gear. Love his style of phrasing and groove. He playes more notes than most pop/rock/prog-drummers, but so musically. What brand is that China??? Yes, I also love the choosen cymbals. Paiste Masters are great crashes. But only Meinl can make the best special EFX cymbals. Snare tuned up and wires losen, love that! It gives the snare a more blending effect in the overall balance/space (maybe a bit to much snarebottom in the mix?). But than, Drumeo brings the best mixes in drumvideo's these days. But....this is my view on life here. Everybody is different. Thank you, Nick. For being such a inspiring drummer and person!
@snoholoans
6 жыл бұрын
I had no idea Nick is such an animal! Super impressed. And as stated, so humble!
@mariacarrillo7779
6 жыл бұрын
loved every part of this lesson: nick is a passionate drummer and an amazing teacher!! we need more of him in Drumeo! we need more of him and his passion in our drumming.
@krishnendubiswas4584
2 жыл бұрын
Right
@kickazzdrummer666
6 жыл бұрын
Talented drummer Great teacher Awesome salesman My new drum-idol!
@craigdoucette1929
2 жыл бұрын
I always wondered what Nick’s process/thinking was when he goes into the zone behind his kit. The way he breaks things down to ensure musicality is incredible.
@davidbergmanpdx
6 жыл бұрын
Aside from being an EXCELLENT musician, Nick always comes off as very humble and genuine. Glad to learn more about his playing-thanks Drumeo!
@jamiegolden7093
3 жыл бұрын
"Snow" was Spock Beard's magnum opus, IMO, and if you think Nick slays behind the drum kit, check out the live performance when he takes center stage to Sing "Carie", a magnificent ballad from the second disc. Thanks for this!
@sergioponti3195
4 жыл бұрын
Nick has been a long time favorite of mine. Such a musical drummer. Awesome musician. Many years ago, when I was 20, I helped Spock's Beard book a gig at our local club during a day off. The stage was a bit small, so my late dad, myself and Tony, the owner, worked the whole night before the show to make it bigger using pallets and plywood. The following day, as the band arrived, some friends and I helped them unload and set up, and Nick showed me his way of tuning drums and was very gracious the whole time, despite being severely jetlagged. After the show he and the keyboard played came and cornered me and basically "forced" me to take a fee for booking the show. Nick said "it's just fair, and from now on you will always know that those who work for you deserve to be paid". Class act!
@BarbellThor
5 жыл бұрын
“Ok so I work at this place called Sweetwater.” Oh we know.
@kushking420
4 жыл бұрын
lmao
@ebpat
6 жыл бұрын
So glad you guys had Nick on!! The guy does the absolute BEST drum reviews on KZitem! Excellent drummer and seems like a genuinely nice guy. I just bought a Mapex Armory kit based on his great review. Thanks, Nick!!
@MichaelClaudio13
6 жыл бұрын
NICK IS AMAZING!!! ONE OF MY FAVORITE DRUMMERS!!! seems like such an amazing guy.
@drummerkev1627
2 жыл бұрын
This is one of my favorite videos Drumeo has made to date. I can relate with Nick on so many different levels. We’re both close in age, Prog rock is my favorite genre of music to play, Phil Collins is also one of favorite drummers growing up. Now since Nick has become the face of Sweetwater I decided to buy my DW Collectors series drum kit from them because Nick knows exactly what key features to talk about and demonstrate for us drummers, not to mention he’s highly underrated as a drummer! He’s an incredible drummer and can play anything. He comes across as a very nice and humble guy while being an incredibly highly talented drummer and well rounded musician. He’s a very intelligent highly talented musician. He’s taken Sweetwater to a whole new level making them my first “go to” online store to shop. Y’all should have Nick back again!
@krazYFaic
6 жыл бұрын
Its always a treat to see Nick play. Such a great drummer and all around good entertainer.
@RandyHanley
Жыл бұрын
Nick is a drumming and vocal genius. I can't stop there, he plays guitar..the guy is good at everything.
@Neil-Aspinall
3 жыл бұрын
Nick is one of those great feel drummers, very musical.
@glauberbelo9602
4 жыл бұрын
Nick is an amazing drummer and beyond. He’s a brilliant composer! There’s no anyone out there so talented as Nick. This guy deserve all respect and sucess.
@bobsondugnutt7526
2 жыл бұрын
He's such a good pitch man on drum demos, nice to see that he's so accomplished as well. Cool guy.
@darinwood2183
5 жыл бұрын
How did I miss this 4 months ago? I really enjoy hearing about the thought process that goes into play the song. Excellent explanation of how to play odd time.
@wdouglasjunior
6 жыл бұрын
This is just gold. Back when I first heard Spock's Beard I was really into Aquiles Priester's style, wich is awesome but very stiff, and Nick blew my mind with his musicality and soul. To this day I always get back to hearing and studying Nick when I feel my drumming is getting kinda stiff.
@froblivion8284
6 жыл бұрын
What a brilliant musician- swinging with power ! He’s as good as drumming gets & really seems like a decent chap to boot. Class act.
@gringochucha
7 ай бұрын
Such a great combination of chops and musicality, and always so smooth and relaxed. Nick is an absolute beast and an inspiration to keep learning as a drummer.
@TedSchoenling
6 жыл бұрын
Nick is such a musical player... always a joy to hear him!
@fanfanfanfan4840
5 жыл бұрын
C'est super jubilatoire de te voir jouer Nick. Je suis un fan absolu, oui tu as au moins un fan en France, je plaisante!!!! Merci, merci etttttttt merci
@Sundaydrumday
6 жыл бұрын
One of my top drummers...dude is so fluid and so on top of it
@Jellybeantiger
4 жыл бұрын
Love prog,my fav genre of music especially all the classic 70s stuff.
@sergioponti
6 жыл бұрын
one of the best and most underrated players!
@alm5966
4 жыл бұрын
Saw him with BBT in 2017 and he's amazing. Definitely one of the best I've seen live and I've seen both Rush and Tool.
@mjulio71
6 жыл бұрын
About time!!! Nick has been a favorite of mine for decades now - Thanks for another excellent featured artist.
@incutool
6 жыл бұрын
I love how Mr D’Virglio commanded the floor and didn’t let the host become redundant!
@lvvry1855
6 жыл бұрын
Great job. Finally, a rock guy who thinks musically first, then technique. A pleasure to watch and hear.
@blucero102
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for bringing it every time Nick!
@westondifranco9313
6 жыл бұрын
Something else you can do in a 8 based odd meter (5/8, 9/8, 7/8) is on the ride, accent every other beat. Creates a cool over the bare line feel, but is so musical.
@charliemarley1513
6 жыл бұрын
Love his style and feel. I used to watch the sweetwater drum demos just to listen to his playing
@klchu
6 жыл бұрын
He also played with Kevin GIlbert! He even help complete KG's posthumous album.
@mulotwo
2 жыл бұрын
What a pleasure seeing Nick plays !
@gabrieldaigle
5 жыл бұрын
Beyond amazing. Always in the groove. Always smooth and flawless. That sticking on the snare alone kills me. I can only aspire to be Nick. And a super nice guy. If I could add one more item to his portfolio it would be his time with Kevin Gilbert. Go check out the Shaming of the True, the album released after Kevin's death. He had a huge part in finishing that thing up. A masterpiece. As is most everything Nick touches.
@TheJLPShow
6 жыл бұрын
THE most under-appreciated drummer on Earth.
@DPdrum1
6 жыл бұрын
you guys put out top notch videos! ....Very thankful you guys put up this free content for drummers! fantastic stuff
@jdallavia
6 жыл бұрын
One of the best drummers. Great.
@davidmcaninch4714
4 жыл бұрын
What Nick is saying reminds me of a saying from one of my favorite cartoon characters of all time: “It is important to draw wisdom from many different places. If you take it from only one place, it becomes rigid and stale. Understanding others will help you become whole.”
@Kraz3e987
4 жыл бұрын
Everyone's favorite uncle, Iroh
@billbigler1366
6 жыл бұрын
Phenomenal lesson. And yes is a very humble and personable guy. He is the kind of teacher you just want to learn from.
@theredbaron057
Жыл бұрын
Nick makes it look so easy and smooth
@martingregory161
6 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video. Thanks! Nick is simply superb. So glad he is playing with the fabulous BBT.
@leandrovergara
2 жыл бұрын
De mis bateristas preferidos!! Nick siempre sólido!!!
@RoeShamBoe
6 жыл бұрын
gonna be a spike in Spock's Beard and Big Big Train iTunes sales after this vid
@trevorschnedler4472
6 жыл бұрын
better be! They never get enough recognition
@DarrenX9
3 жыл бұрын
Love everything about this... the music, the playing, the kit, the setup.
@cnonymous
5 жыл бұрын
Love Nick. Great drummer, great teacher, great person. I would love to meet him! He seems really cool!
@darkdrift0r124
6 жыл бұрын
This guy is legendary! UNDERRATED! FINALLY.
@krishnendubiswas4584
2 жыл бұрын
Amazing...... Brilliantly explained the most difficult parts of drumming industry...
@MoisesVillafuerte
6 жыл бұрын
I like his drumming & reviews !
@bradanderson1442
5 жыл бұрын
I just love Nick!
@iantouzel638
6 жыл бұрын
Effortless, such a pleasure to watch you play.
@garyconner6151
4 жыл бұрын
Been listening to Spock's beard so nice the Early nineties.nick is one of the best.
@Artikulo71
5 жыл бұрын
Awesome Drummer! One Of The Best!🤘🤘
@ricohorton
6 жыл бұрын
Great to see Nick giving some progressive tips on Drumeo. Great drummer!
@edvanesch178
5 жыл бұрын
Man I love to hear Nick talk. Cool!
@EixtremeDrummer
6 жыл бұрын
Proud of being a Nick fan for a long time, with all these comments I realize about my good taste for drummer
@markberry4133
2 жыл бұрын
Nick is Incredible Was lucky to see Carl Palmer recently also one of my favorite drummers that plays progressive rock
@dwdrumz1
5 жыл бұрын
The realization that odd times are counted at different tempos within the section/part is an ah ha moment for musicians/drummers. Ex. 1, 2, 3,.1234567, 1, 2, 3, 4,.1234567. Cool great way to phrase and understand the feel and make the music have groove.
@TripleFermentation
5 жыл бұрын
Those aren't different tempos, just to be clear; they're different note values.
@FranksDrumCave
6 жыл бұрын
SWEET. My favorite drummer, from my favorite place to shop!
@malcolmlarri9073
Жыл бұрын
The tom sound here is just killer
@Sunkan86
6 жыл бұрын
I was thinking that you should have him on 2 days ago, my prayers have been heard! Sick influence for me personally. Love your content Drumeo!
@anjasfajaryan6201
6 жыл бұрын
NICK!!! what a day, thanks Drumeo!!
@julsrique9148
4 жыл бұрын
Not just a progressive beast drummer, is melodic, and has musicality! Virgilio is one of the greats!
@Grit489
6 жыл бұрын
Holy crap I've only seen him do demo videos of products before this, awesome playing and those dw drums sound amazing.
@dimitrisloukas4780
6 жыл бұрын
Very useful advices, I didn't know much about Nick but he is great educator, thank you Nick and Drumeo !!
@sean317
6 жыл бұрын
Like Phil Collins (most influenced by) they are most musical drummers out there
@trevorschnedler4472
6 жыл бұрын
Unreal. Best video ever! Been listening to Spock's Beard since Octane came out. Nick is soooo good. Watching these great drummers I badly need to build my left foot independence for running hi hat in the background. If anyone has tips they are much appreciated.
@DavidDiaz-lq9gf
2 жыл бұрын
Nick is such a beast for real!
@eduardoferreira1963
4 жыл бұрын
Spock's Beard RULES!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
@luvmedrums4057
6 жыл бұрын
Nick is a humble guy&a beast of a drummer!
@Sundaydrumday
6 жыл бұрын
And I figured it out, he makes every song he plays interesting to listen too, every song....he could make a nursery rhyme relevant
@levonatkinson
5 жыл бұрын
D'Virgilio is a beast behind the kit.
@henk-janwormgoor8497
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Like prog. rock. Great drummer. Great Lesson.
@jeanmicheldeblois2896
3 жыл бұрын
one of my fave drummer's for sure !!! thanks for all the tricks and tips Nick !!!
@davemieze9021
5 жыл бұрын
That kit sounds soooo good. And nick is just a killer player.
@isaackhaw9418
4 жыл бұрын
absolutely blew me away
@alessandrobeato83
4 жыл бұрын
very godd job! underrated this man... he plays in a way similar to Collins
@seanguaraldi2787
6 жыл бұрын
Nick is awesome, I’m so excited for this video!
@LEONARDRUM
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Drumeo, thanks Nick. An amazing Drummer at musician! Rock!
@CarlosmanuelChavezayuso-gi5qy
2 ай бұрын
Great Talent Drummer Nick D' Virgillo 👋
@abimaelmartell
6 жыл бұрын
Incredible guy, love his Sweetwater vids
@MirkkoDeMaio
6 жыл бұрын
He's great, he's great!
@pg1808
4 жыл бұрын
The one and only Nick di Virgílio!
@turtlenecks
6 жыл бұрын
This was fantastic. I always wondered whether progressive rock drummers playing complicated music counted out all the parts, or just memorized the phrases.
@mmaskery
2 жыл бұрын
It’s effortless to Nick!
@garyconner6151
4 жыл бұрын
Progressive forever ❤️.
@josemoralesmusic1003
6 жыл бұрын
i can almost hear "Ask your sweetwater sales engineer" in my mind
@mustakinfat1
3 жыл бұрын
😂
@FanaticDrummer
6 жыл бұрын
Omg yes. Nick in the house!! Now heres a skilled guy who can groove while keeping it prog! Commented before even having to watch. Already know its good. Also had no idea there was a new spocks album lol
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