Sleep Token II Plays 'Dark Signs'

Watch Sleep Token’s II perform “Dark Signs” from their first studio album “Sundowning”. This track demonstrates II’s seamless integration of electronics into his drum parts and how he can masterfully shape the dynamic arc of a song.

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[ChromaJune]

It may not be an intensely flashy and explosive drum part, but the flavor and precision are INSANELY good for a song as rich and complex as this one.
If you thought it was boring, you missed the point.

[SLNTIGamer]

I love the seamless integration of digital and acoustic live playing. Not to mention when II hits a cymbal, he isn’t just hitting a cymbal, he is hitting THE only cymbal that would fit that moment in the music. The care put into the song writing process for the drum part is really evident in these live performances.

[I_am_Felii]

Dark Signs is SUCH AN UNDERRATED banger!

Thank you Drumeo for gathering attention to that song! ❤

[thethingthatshouldnotbe]

I was so happy when I discovered that II plays the electronic parts as well as the acoustic stuff and that it's not just programmed.
And if you don't like the electronic parts, what the fuck are you doing listening to Sleep Token lol. Get over it already...

[bassistdeath]

The way this song builds up to that last heavy chorus with full band and ii playing on full kit is just glorious to be fair!

[arielfoote]

I absolutely love IIs buildup in the beginning, but I also love how in this song the beat doesn't over power Vessels voice but is almost the same tone and strength at parts. It's a chant. In a way.

[I_am_Felii]

I feel like the emphasis on this video is to showcase that even if you think the digital drums are just programmed, II will STILL proof that he can pull it off live!

Everything he plays is live! Just like literally any other aspect of the songs they have!

Sleep Token is a live band through and through and they are NOT afraid to show you!

[Celari]

I hope II doesn’t read this comment section and see all the babies whining about this being boring. They’re the TikTok generation with attention span of 5 seconds who need something happening at all times. This video is art at its best. Such beautiful drumming and a minimalistic approach to mixing styles and music genres.

[TurdleDaddyGaming]

I fucking LOVE this man. He has to be one of the most fluid and technical drummers I’ve ever seen.

[cat_pb]

There is a reason he won the 2023 Best Drummer Award 💖

[LilyyMuu]

Dark Signs is one of my favorite earlier Sleep Token songs! It's great to see this playthrough get a full video dedicated to it

I love the clear EDM influences, which II cited in the full interview, coming through in this track. Imo, it's a feel that you really have to go out of your way to learn how to play and write as a drummer, since most programmed drum parts aren't written by actual drummers.
II's ability to incorporate the electronics into the song and flow seamlessly into the acoustic part toward the end really shows how versatile of a player he is.

[drkSMATHERS]

I really wish High Water was played. I'd love to see his drumming of that one.

[OfficiallyMaidenless]

I love all the little "micro-rests" especially in the intro of the song, it lets it breathe for literally just a fraction of a second, and somehow has such a huge impact compared to if it was just continuous.

[LitithsClaptrap]

I'm sitting here getting an oil change on my car with my headphones on, bobbing my head to II's amazing drumming. He's seriously a MASTER at his craft.

[thwoo-]

Seeing II play those hip hop parts is simply incredible. I thought it was programmed but him playing it is so much more cool.

[lolfish]

It's a good day when Drumeo posts a new video. It's an even better day when it's Sleep Token. Starting the week off right!

[markusszelbracikowski]

Kudos to Drumeo for the fantastic atmosphere, also for bringing attention to more unconventional drumming.

[brooklynnthomas]

I dont think people understand how much skill and effort this takes.. it's absolutely amazing to watch

[theangledsaxon]

WAIT II DOES THE ELECTRONIC PARTS?? THEYRE NOT JUST PROGRAMMED????

[ifrt_]

I'm so obsessed with the way he plays, the control on this song (i LOVE this song btw..) is so mesmerising