Image: On Drumeo, the Slipknot drummer demonstrates how he masters a complex Mastodon drum part [YouTube]
Slipknot’s Eloy Casagrande, has taken on the challenge of mastering one of the most complex drum parts in metal—Mastodon’s “Blood And Thunder”—in record time. Discover how he tackled this musical challenge here:
Eloy Casagrande, the new drummer for the metal icons Slipknot, has recently faced an impressive challenge: He learned the complex drum parts of Mastodon‘s “Blood And Thunder” in a very short time. This task, set by the renowned YouTube channel Drumeo, not only demonstrates his technical virtuosity but also his ability to adapt quickly.
An Impressive Display of Musical Mastery
The challenge was to master the demanding drum parts originally written by Mastodon‘s Brann Dailor. These parts are known for their complexity and technical challenge. Casagrande, known for his precise and powerful playing style, accomplished this task in about 42 minutes—a testament to his extraordinary abilities.
Brann Dailor himself praised Casagrande’s performance: “It’s impressive to hear Eloy play ‘Blood And Thunder’. That performance was simply incredible. Great job, Eloy, I’m thrilled!”
About Eloy Casagrande?
Eloy Casagrande joined Slipknot as an established musician. Previously, he was with Sepultura, another influential metal band, for 13 years and left just before their last world tour. At Slipknot, he succeeded Jay Weinberg, who left the band last year, and now works under the leadership of frontman Corey Taylor.
By: www.nuclearblast.com
