Nick, you are awesome. Between you ( whom I’ve been following for years) and Gavin Harrison, my drumming love and enjoyment never cease. You, Harrison, Vinnie, Weckl, Carter Beauford, Simon Phillips, Igoe, Wackerman, Benny Grebb to name a few, still gives me hope to go back to the drumchair again. My respects from Puerto Rico.

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

You can do it Pablo and thank you for putting me in the class those drumming greats!

@wurdofwizdumb1928

Жыл бұрын

4 months later, did you get into the chair brother?

@tortillasarenotbiceps7622

Жыл бұрын

All drummers I've followed for years along with others like Steve Smith, Todd Sucherman, Gergo Borlai, Dave Dicsenso, Chris Coleman, etc. Nick is a fantastic drummer, and I didn't know he sang so well.

Big Big Train is sooooooooo underrated. Also I love the themes they sing about.

@chupeauxx

2 жыл бұрын

So glad that I've found someone who pays attention on a 'whole picture' of BBT's songs. And, guess we are not Yankees or Brits, or Aussies 😀😀😀.... BBT is top notch art!!! Take care, Maradona, ALL THE BEST!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Diego!

@diegoarriaza7731

2 жыл бұрын

@@NDVirgilio OMG, thanks for answering Nick, you rock as usual. Hope to see you guys in Chile someday!!

One of the most beautiful and inspiring things I’ve heard since I experienced Kansas for the first time. I remember where I was when I heard “Carry on My Wayward Son” for the first time, and the way it made me feel. I’ll remember where I was when I heard this for the first time, and how it made me FEEL! Thank you.

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Phil!!!

Absolute class. Quite how anyone sings as well as NdV does whilst playing the drums as well has he does at the same time is a life-long mystery to me.

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Philip!

@misterskins

Жыл бұрын

Not just singing and playing! I can do that (not very good at either) But the degree of difficulty of the rhythms and the vocals is astonishing and beautiful. God has certainly given you a lion’s share of talent, and I’m sure, the tenacity to practice your way to this level. Nothing but praise for this great prodigy.

@Jellybeantiger

3 ай бұрын

Practising comes with having a high self esteem and higher IQ and no depression sigh​@@misterskins

Big Big Train is one the greatest band EVER... their music is so subtle !

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Al!

Because we are inundated with one video to the next of “content”, it’s hard to stop and notice true and rare talent. This man is an artist. He might have a click going, maybe not, either was his harmonies sound wonderful and his time and feel impeccable. Thanks Nick, when I grow up I wanna be like you.

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thank you Jonathan!

He makes it all look so easy and effortless. Pure joy and awesome musicianship!! Everytime I see something from him, I gain more and more respect for his talents. Just awesome!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Marc!

Maestro, I 'very been watching you for years and I have to say I just feel awe for your drumming and total respect for your personality! One of the most complete musicians I have ever encountered in my whole drumming career! Really looking up to you! I wish you good health and prosperity!

I love Big Big Train! As a drummer/singer, Nick shows me how it’s done and sends me straight back to the practise room. :-)

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jonas!

His drumming, singing and songwriting w/ Spock's Beard was phenomenal and, imho, a Phil Collins level of talent. Probably one of the most overlooked, underrated and underappreciated musicians. Such a beast in sleeper mode. Thank you for all your important contributions to music, Nick. \m/\m/

Nick you are truly blessed and for me, it's always so inspiring and incredibly enjoyable to watch you play. Thanks and Blessings!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

I am blessed. Thank you!

Favorite song by my favorite band of late. Their reception on Cruise to the Edge was so enthusiastic! Nick’s solo album is great too! Will be glad to see BBT again next year!

Quickly becoming one of my new favourite musicians all round, voice drums and everything else!

One of the most underrated drummers ever. Just amazing

@luceanbrown8264

2 жыл бұрын

I would not say underrated, I would say not talked about as much as some, however nothing to do with his talent and ability!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@k-9iqdogtrainingandadulted511

2 жыл бұрын

@@NDVirgilio you are welcome Nick. Your drumming has reignited by passion.

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

@@k-9iqdogtrainingandadulted511 that is awesome to read!

My favorite musicians hands down

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thank you!

He definitely has one of the greatest jobs a drummer can have in this world. Working at a large music company like Sweetwater, and being a salesman and spokesman for both drum companies and the distributor of those drums Sweetwater. Sweetwater has actually had a great and positive impact on the city of Fort Wayne Indiana. They carry just about every instrument, and sound eqpt for bands and recording studios, with some of the nicest personal people to help you with your purchase. I don't work for Sweetwater, I've just been surprised how nice the purchasing experience is with that company. They really do appreciate your business. You don't see that too often in this day and age for any kind of retail company.

This is outstanding.

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

You're simply the best, mate! Better than all the rest... ❤️🙏😎

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

It is funny how we pigeon-hole people so easily. I only knew Nick as a spokesman for Sweetwater, which he does very well. But, he does look and sound like a stereotypical salesman in that role. To see him here playing and singing at a very high level is almost shocking! Great work, Nick, and I'm glad to learn there is a substantial and meaningful book under that book cover.

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

There are many ways to make a living in this business. Sweetwater came my way at a time when I needed it for my family. I have great passion for my band Big Big Train and I am very happy to bring that music to new folks. Cheers and thank you!

Nick is truly unbelievable love this guy!!!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

I saw him with SB in the "Columbia-Halle" in Berlin in 2000 during their "V"-Tour. I love this man since then and his drumming on Genesis' "Calling all stations" also - especially on "Alien Afternoon". 🤗

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you Tristan!

They should call you Nick "the talent" d'Virgilio. Your talent is frightening almost. Your voice beautiful. A drummer which can incorporate so effortlessly voice+drums is Phil Collins, but this is on another level to me.

what a gorgeous piece of music and a wonderful performance. Love this!!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

Wow, Nick shows some serious projection when he sings and plays the drums. What a musician! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Luis!

I played in band with a great singing drummer. We always introduced him onstage at the 'drumsinger'!

What a musician, ty for my best 7 minutes today !👍

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

Nick is simply having fun. Always love his singing and drumming.

Awsome. Amazing. Chapeau, Chapeau, Chapeau. Greetings from germany Christoph 👏 👏 👏 👏

All these years I’ve been watching you playing, demonstrating and interviewing on drums, but I never knew about the singing! Awesome in every respect ✊

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dean!

Nick, every honor. Here you have shown not only how good a drummer you are but also an artist. I've been playing drums for about 30 years and I know how hard it is to sing with drums and I'm just thrilled. I enjoyed every note of your voice and playing. I wish you all the best. P.S. I love your clips when you present drums. Short and clear.

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Marko!

Just the right amount of flair whilst serving the song. I'll be checking out more of this band for sure.

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, please do, and thank you for watching!

Fine song from fine band and absolutely fantastic performance from one of my favourite drummers. Big big thanx!

This is incredible work Nick. Very inspiring. Thanks drum channel for bringing such amazing content. 👏

Nick, you are not only a fantastic drummer but a fantastic musician! To me you are a great inspiration. Keep on ....!

His vocal performance on Spock’s Beards “The Bottom Line” is immense.

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Love to read that. Thank you Kevin!

What an amazing track. Harmonies are perfect!!! Need u in the US 2023. Loving BBT!!! Can’t get enough, love the new track last eleven

simply beautiful! You're fantastic.!!!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

This is remarkable - again. I really can’t wait to see BBT (and you live for first time) in UK in Sept.

Well played Nick. Well played. A real treat! Sweetwater's lucky to have you.

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Doug!

As a drummer mysel, a question I always ask myself is, 'If I was given that piece of music (without drums), what would I come up with?'. Unsurprisingly (to me at least) it's never as good as the pro's. Practice can replicate, but inventiveness is a whole different league. This song is a great example of that. And he sings at the same time!! 😮😊

First time, in a long time, I've seen a pro drummer with a mix of cymbal brands.

A few years ago a brilliant guitarist , whom I still play with and love doing so , had encouraged and expected my vocal participation in providing harmony to vocal parts in his songs. This was instead of hiring specific backing singers, he felt that all the other members of the group should sing along to his lyrics just like himself was then :both playing guitar and lead guitar while singing all lead vocals at our gigs. Having already been a fan of Nick d'virgilio and his work in Spock's beard from earliest to later records, starting with me being a fan of his drumming firstly but then a fan of his singing after just like my journey with being a fan of Phil Collins before, I decided I would atleast try. I found it really strengthened my timing as a drummer as it made me more sensitive to a singers or melodic voice players approach to rhythm over a pulse, us drummers can divide time too strictly and literally but melodic voices can ebb and flow around the pulse without breaking it nor sounding overly anchored to it. So watching this clip, after gladly including backing vocals to my drumming as another attribute to offer bands that hire me today , inspired precisely and foremost by Nick and his life's work on records no less, I can say that when I read comments about how difficult it must be for Nick or anyone to play how they play while also singing? I say forget the singing! The drum parts are already difficult haha! Nick plays wonderfully and perfectly here! The singing on top is his additional talent and skill he had mentally figured out himself because of his musical mind and relationship with music. Any new drummer watching this clip or newly introduced to Nick I suggest: don't burden yourself with thinking you've to sing aswell as play to be a fan of Nick. Study the drums first and incorporate singing when natural. For drummers who don't sing as well as they drum. I hadn't done this until I was tasked by a band leader to do so to keep the gig. I'm really glad I did and it is some benifit but if it's not you don't think you have to! Nick is a great singer obviously and so it was natural for him to include this to his skillset, he also plays guitar really well btw. If though you only play the drums and struggle with other voices in music then stick with the drums! The other side of the coin is that drummers are equally important. To proove this point, even Nick and Phil(Collins) have a specialised drummer for their tours ! A long winded but well intentioned contributing point from a random KZread viewer

Brilliant playing and such wise musical choices to support the arrangement. Nick made that four piece kit sound much bigger than it is.

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Rich!

Sooooo beautiful!!!

Beings back old modern drummer magazine memories!!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Ah! Very nice :) Thank you Justin!

This really is exceptional. A wonderful piece of music with fantastic drumming and vocals from Nick.

Nick is a legend, we all know this

So great artist !

Someday, with a lot more practice. I’ll get there. You’re an inspiration Nick!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

You can do it Jonathan! Thank you!

This is just beautiful ☺

I love to hear you drumming and singing. Well done Nick 👍🏼

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you George!

Sounds great!

Wonderful performance Nick!

Beautiful!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dorin!

Wow! Amazing performance all around & the drum mix is to die for! Nice job Nick.

song took a nice turn. loved it!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Beautiful

Its a pleasure not only to hear you playing. Its even a joy to watch. 😍

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Love it! Thank you JK!

Excelente Nick !!!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Gaston!

World Class Musician

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Paulo!

He's an amazing talent.

Brilliant

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Amazing

Fantastic and very musical performance!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Antti!

simply marvelous! thanks Nick ;-)

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

3:29 cute fill in

great great song and drummer ! muito bom! parabéns! excelente! Nick is the Master and great singer! amazing! hug from Brasil!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Hugs back! Thank you!

You are great musician Nick . Cheers

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

Jumpin Jesus this fucking cooks. Wow.

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Anthony!

Love this.

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you David!

such a performance !

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

what a great performance

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Clementino!

Man, you are so awesome! Cheers!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Pablo!

Awesomely cool!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Nick!

Very nice. You sang and played the right stuff in the right places. Respect.

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching Nick!

How cool is that what a great arrangement soulful exciting thanks for sharing those moments.

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching Tom!

GREAT MASTERR!!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Great stuff Nick D

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tim!

Way cool Nick!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

NICK!!!!!!!!!!!! YESSSSS!!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Each time I listen to Nick play I become more and more enamored with his touch, time and sound. Big Big Train is wonderful yes, but make sure to check out his work on for instance Nad Sylvan's The Bride Said No. So tasteful and dynamic.

Way 👋👋👋Amazing 👋👋👋👍👍👍

Sweet!!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@BeakerArk

2 жыл бұрын

@@NDVirgilio You are most welcome, sir. As a fellow singing drummer who has to sing all of the high parts, you kill it brother.

Nick awesome job man my retirement for listening to prog rock is never I dig the style that you and Big Big train has going on nice job.

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Aaron!

amazing song

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Joseph!

@jpcapobianco1979

2 жыл бұрын

@@NDVirgilio you're a great drummer and a great singer

At the buffet during the Cruise to the Edge, Nick needed to squeeze by me to get some silverware...he apologized whilst doing so, and I said - "Nick, you can do no wrong in my book, brother!" 😆He laughed and we had a lovely chat...a true ambassador of everything that's good in the world!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for those kind words Scott!

Who says the drummer can't emote their vocals behind the kit. That is very special

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Peter!

Looks hard!

Effortless playing and singing! Long live prog...long live 5/4

@deantalbotdrums

2 жыл бұрын

Amen to that!

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

I love 5/4! Thank you!

Always so musical,chops and tasty.

killerr

Brilliant Nick, top class musicianship. What a beautiful dw kit also. Just love that guitar sound. What is that snare?

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mark! the snare is a DW steel 6.5 x 14

@markaldridge3321

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nick is that just steel not stainless.

Hello from Nepal Namaste, Greetings to you sir

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Greetings!

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Amazing as always. What's the china below the ride please ?

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Cesar! If I remember correctly it was a Paiste 18" Signature

[checks my 5-way co-ordination. Can’t find it] 👌

Love Nick’s performances! What kind of snare he use in this performance?

I specifically purchase from Sweetwater due to all the online badd ass players/instructors like Nick! I had no idea he could sing too! Love this song !

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

Bittersweet

Hey Nick great video. What sticks are you using?

@NDVirgilio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Those are Wincent drumsticks. The "One OK Rock" model