Hello there! It’s finally here, my drum playthrough of our latest release ‘24 Light-Years’ from our upcoming album ‘Witness’! This song has a quite intense stack-groove which I think some of you might find interesting. It’s a strong contrast against the soft and open vibe of the song. What makes this groove so special to me is the fact that it’s an idea that I developed a few years ago, and it was turned into a VOLA song afterwards. If you dig deep enough on my socials, you might find an old clip of this specific groove 😇 I hope you’ll enjoy this playthrough! Let me know what you think! Best wishes, Adam Janzi

@Bigmak927

3 жыл бұрын

You’re a master.

@anthonygarrett8495

3 жыл бұрын

Brother! The skill! The timing! The absolute energy! I love the way you carry the beat with ghost notes and your dry cymbals make me wanna cry they sound so good! Adam, you’re a freaking genius and make me wanna play the drums better.

@dwdrummr06

3 жыл бұрын

This is a Beautiful groove Adam! The way the drums contrast with the very soft beginning makes this special. Love the hi-hats and the ghost notes! So tastefully done! Cheers! Dustin W

@dermitdem1179

3 жыл бұрын

man, this is one of the best drumlines for a soft song ive ever heard its absolutely mindblowing and i appreciate the creativity you had to create it and then to even take it. i am in a band too and everybody creates cool stuff but as its usual in a band we dont take every single idea from each member everytime cause it just doesnt work for a song sometimes (wich is totally normal) im just glad that your bandmates felt that groovy drumline for this song too and nobody was like "naah thats a cool drumline! ..but for a differnt song maybe" you know what i mean haha :)

@stevearthur4261

3 жыл бұрын

Absolute class! Love your style of playing, your beats and your sound. Inspiring!

Gavin Harrison said in some video, that in a band it's everybodys job to keep the time. It's the drummers job to make the time interesting. This is what it means. What a creative beat!

@chriscarter8593

10 ай бұрын

Even the beats after that intro one are awesome. he just has great feel, and the drum tone is perfect

I hate this for the pure fact that even with video I can't tell what Adam's doing in that groove 😂

@volaband

3 жыл бұрын

Haha;)

@AidanMmusic96

3 жыл бұрын

Me neither! This definitely deserves a lesson video.

@joshjohnson1699

3 жыл бұрын

For real! Need a camera on those feet too!

@jordanwyatt4459

3 жыл бұрын

Well I guess it depends on where you feel the beat. It feels like 32nd notes within a slow quarter pulse, however, I transcribed it as 16th notes in 4/2 time. :) Really excited to cover this song! Phenomenal writing Mr. Janzi!

@Αδιάφθορος

19 күн бұрын

He put out a video teaching the groove in slowmo!

this is such a well written song on drums it's full of stuff, but not busy, it just goes well with the echoing theme of the song, and is so so so groovy. and during the chorus is opens up but hits even harder this song makes me tear up sometimes because of its theme, it's lyrics, but I'll always love it's amazing drums.

@amneenja5720

Жыл бұрын

going through a big vola phase rn and this is still so true I found a lot more songs to like but this song is something truly special.

As of today Shia Labeouf is my favorite drummer

@philb7431

3 жыл бұрын

This comment can't be upvoted enough.

@lachlanrusin987

2 жыл бұрын

Bruh 😂

@josuearroyo3329

2 жыл бұрын

I thought the same HAHAHAHAHA

@zoedoesmusic4520

2 жыл бұрын

youre gonna like Alex Bent of Trivium

@JeraCravoMyself

2 жыл бұрын

LOL o though the same

Why this video don't have a million views wtf this is mental, great song, great drummer, great band. Long live VOLA

The drums on this track are just incredible and it is so wholesome to see someone who is so obviously in love with their art and craft. The groove takes hold of you man and never let’s go.

@sschetters1130

3 жыл бұрын

Very well said, couldn't agree more!

These dudes are so talented.

@volaband

3 жыл бұрын

So are you:)

This is the song that got me into Vola!

I love that he seems to enjoy it as if it was his first time playing drums.

From now on i will send this to everyone that says drums are just noise. Absolutely beautiful phrasings!

@jayseswick5773

3 жыл бұрын

Your hanging with the wrong crowd if your hearing that ! ;)

@t-welly1217

3 жыл бұрын

Oh they're just noise. The noise that's keeping whatever the hell they're listening to afloat usually 😂

@Drumsholic

Жыл бұрын

They didn't know and just talking without to listen...

I love everything about this.

Made my drummer listen to this. He said it was too busy so I threw him into traffic. Now I need a new drummer. Anyways, great stuff man! Much love from Minnesota!

@sanil-edwin

3 жыл бұрын

I'm from Iowa, if you need a new drummer 😝

@thedeadkeepitmetalcovers

2 жыл бұрын

Was it because he couldn't figure out how to play the first beat? lol Seriously though, it's busy, but never overshadows the song. Complex, but not just for the sake of it.

@BradsGonnaPlay

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like he plays drums but isn’t a drummer.

@dafook865

2 жыл бұрын

He plays what? Avril songs?

@shawnhuk

8 ай бұрын

@@thedeadkeepitmetalcoversthat’s what’s incredible about this guy. It IS busy, but it’s subtle and incredibly effective. It’s often easy to miss until you start listening closer. His pockets have pockets.

If that track was any sweeter, I'd have diabetes.

@volaband

3 жыл бұрын

LOL

Texturing with cymbals and ghost notes is stellar. The groove is evident and intact, and works. It would be busy and inappropriate if AJ countered the riff or was not syncopated....such a strong rhythmic presence...my new favorite metal drummer next to Zev from Spirit Box....this is the new generation of metal...thank you!

I just looove the drums on this track. That was the first thing that really stood out to me. Amazing work, Adam!

My new favorite Djazz drummer.

This is proof that the cymbals matter more than the drums in a kit. The variety of sound is so much greater with more cymbals

Drums in the first half are absolutely amazing. the writing is superb and creative.

Amazing Ideas, Amazing drummer, amazing band Vola!

I have never seen a drummer looking so happy while doing what he is doing...fantastic guy, world-class drumming (to me, he's in a line with Martin Axenrot, Martin López, Mark Zonder, Gavin Harrison, Craig Blundell...) , brilliant song, great band....can't wait for the album....

@toranofnostria507

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe you should watch a drum playthrough from shadow of intent's new drummer, he looks even happier! :D

Adam is quickly becoming a legend. One of the greats. Keep moving forwards and the plaudits will follow!

The open hi hats over that ostinato at 1:55 make me barf pure joy

When someone programs an impossible midi drum track and challenges you to play it. 🙏🙌🙏

Honestly, your facial expressions while playing are amazing. It feels like you twitch to every specific beat in a very original way. You're totally feeling the song. Love it. Also, as someone who just listened to the song for the first time, I did not expect that type of groove at the beginning. Very unique as well. Great job!

So …. Much…… feel I realized what makes the drums pop is the displacement of the snare off of the 3 throughout the beginning and then putting in back on the 3 at the break. It really adds to the break and brings the song together.

i always come to watch this whenever i'm feeling anxious it's somehow therapeutic.

EASILY, by far, buy ALOT Adam Janzi is on the top of the best drummers list on the planet. Why this video does not have millions of views is criminal. Some of the garbage that passes for music that gets millions of views is also criminal. This generation is doomed.

Just look at his face. What a wonderful human being. Thank you for using your hard work and talent for this gift to us :)

Please keep doing these for all your songs. Thanks. I love you. That’s all. See ya. 🙂

People should know how extreme difficult this drum rif this is in the first vers. Many can play but not with flow. Genius

I'd give anything if Peart could've seen this in his lifetime.. This performance is outstanding, Adam!

@Saskeric

3 жыл бұрын

Oh man... Peart would have walked over and said "How'd you do that?"

Adam's expression and that playing with passion is just gold!

using the left foot in those 32nd triplets is so butter, that groove is literally insane

great balance between technical prog groove and emotionality.

First song I ever heard from VOLA and the drummers beat was the first thing that captivated me so deeply, such beautiful song

It's so incredibly awesome to see how he feels the music with his entire being, not just his body but his entire soul is vibing to it. If anyone ever asks you what "groove" or "feeling the music" looks like, show them this video.

Amazing!!! much love from United States, Florida

Thank KZread for the x0.75 option. Reminds me of The Contortionist's "Language" (the pulsating guitar, and I had to slow down there too to fully appreciate the drums work). Great job!

Adam has quickly become one of my favorite drummers in prog metal and in general. He's extremely fun to watch as you can see the passion in his performance and his creativity is through the roof.

This was the best thing I discovered ending 2022, gonna be binging this band for a while. 👌🏾

Can't stop watching your play!!

Mesmerizing!

Adam looks so relaxed and happy playing this. Thank you for the music, all of you!

One of my new favorite drummers

That is the first song I'm listening to from them and I feel like I have SO much catching up to do with the rest of their stuff?! SO mad, that I only discovered them now :'D This is incredible!!

@volaband

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for listening:)

@Saskeric

3 жыл бұрын

Listen to these black claws next....... then give up on music..... VOLA has it taken care of...

AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME LOVE IT

One of the most talented drummers of ProgMetal... I am always impressed by his performance.

I really enjoy watching this fella playing, thanks mate.

this guy is amazing

Ive been waiting for this, the drums were amazing on the song

Cannot stop watching this. One of my favorite grooves in modern music. Thank you for your contribution to my happiness, Adam!!

What a great songwriting and also what a excellent drumming.

This man is such a joy to watch ❤️

You recognize a passionate musician by his/her facial expressions. Living the song with every beat.

Beautiful song , excelent drummer !!!

The drums on this song are magnificent! This man is… ♥︎

Musical talent and being truly in touch with the music are two very different things. This band proves that point to the max. Their music moves me, makes the soul feel the music before the ears even register it. Absolutely amazing

So musical, so precise with such feeling... This is what I needed lately, glad I found this band and love this dudes playing.

@volaband

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for listening!

@nonesovile8812

2 жыл бұрын

@@volaband the pleasure is all mine

This has such a creative and interesting groove! I hope to hear more where you start with the drum concept and build the rest of the song around it.

Since the song came out I wanted to see this, it's just unbelievable.

This is what i wanted to see when the song came out 🔥

Such a sick groove! Something about this track lifts me up and your delivery of it is a huge part of that

Beautiful, beautifiul drum lick ... hypnotic !!! Copngrats for this masterpiece.

Adam Janzi. Thank you for letting me see and hear something so amazing !!! what a talent you are .....

We love VOLA. Thank you for your hard work, guys.

Wow, amazing playing. This is insane song to play! Thank you for this masterpiece.

People I am in love with: This guy

The creativity is truly mind blowing. I don’t know what it is, but it’s just so refreshing to hear his approach. Bravo!

You are amazing - wow! Drum beat is perfect, nothing more to say!

This dude is a subtle destroyer

Most talented and tightest drummer in the world 🖤 The world will see this

Yesssss I was hoping you would do a playthrough of this. Keep up the great work man!

Some of the most creative and unique writing for one of the most mellow and open (as you said) songs I’ve ever heard. Phenomenal work!

I needed this so much

You are awesome thanks

Beautiful, i was waiting for this ❤

Absolutely stunning!

Amazing job adam!!

Simply incredible drumming Adam!

This song is just soooo good and seeing you play the drums just makes me appreciate the song on another level. Really cool groove and nice to hear the little history of it in your comment too :)

You keep getting more and more creative, it's amazing. Love your videos, love Vola!

Was literally listening to the song and this vid popped up on my feed! Love it.

This is a masterpiece! Love the drums on this track

Incredible work on this one, Adam!

Loving the faces you make when you get in the groove, man. Superb work.

Damn, man. That was just outstanding!

Wow, the drums are great like always. You are a groove machine!

Truly one of a kind drumming Adam! This is incredible.

Awesome

This is just incredible man. Beautiful phrasings. You have a new fan here. So good 👍

Excellent!

Pure talent 👏🏻 can’t wait to listen your new album!

Shivering down my spine 🤩

So good duder, made my day.

awesome!

Amazing groove. Love it

Man, you are a beast! Pure Groove!

Wow!! I love the finesse and note delineation, brilliant job sir ;)

Most creative verse groove I've heard in prog in a loooong time. And a gorgeous track overall too with those melodies. Genius stuff