2021 and these OG Polyphia tracks never age. The song that hooked me in.

Other than Henson's lack of tats.

The drums. I CAN'T BELIEVE HE MAKES IT LOOK THAT EASY!!! The guitar. I love the tapping techniques used. Does anyone know of a tutorial on that specific tapping technique?

After 8 years of research and contemplation on your question, I have concluded that the most accurate term for the type of tapping employed in this song is simply "playing the shit out of the guitar". No need to thank me.

capoman1 first of all the reason it looks so easy is that hearing it live it wouldn’t sound that way. They use drum samples to make light hits sound like hard ones. I personally think it sounds like shit but then again it’s my judgment against millions of records sold. And the tapping technique is probably when you tap and leave your finger on the fretboard for a few moments while you keep playing with your left hand. It is hard but the idea is pretty simple.

RIGHT?!?! I was thinking the same thing. Holy shit... 

why people can´t stand a band without a vocalist?? they are amazing just the way they are !

@QuantumXFluxMD Absolutely not.

The music itself has a voice and it's words are unique to everyone who listens.

@QuantumXFluxMD Unless we r talking about the contortionist , but i agree

Vocals ruin music

You don't really need a vocalist. You speak so clearly without words. I love you all.

and we love YOU

The technical prowess of this band blows my mind.

and they were only 19 at the time. They changed my life.

I LOVE new polyphia but I wish they'd write some more like this.

Try I built the sky

@BrucifyMe ❤️❤️

Agreed, the new stuff is tight but something about their somewhat more-restrained "djent-y" beginnings is humbling and pleasantly nostalgic. That's probably just because I found these guys in 2014 during high school so I associate it with "the better days" lmao.

Every time I tell people who it is these guys are and what they can play like, Polyphia walks away with one more new fan, including my 3 year old nephew that got his first guitar after watching them play this song. I'll be stage-side when you guys come through San Antonio here in a few months, guys, can't wait!

I pimp for these guys every opportunity. Its fun and easy cause they are so way ahead of their time awesome

So, I was there. I was that one guy that Sharpie'd your logo on the back of that poster, and I'll be there again here in April!! :D

Thanks for the support, friend!

Damn, I've had this album for a long time and the drums are good, but pretty much as good as you expect from any band in this genre. I thought they were programmed, which they probably are, but seeing the drummer play the song is crazy. This dude knows what he's doing. Technique is flawless and he makes it look so easy. Few drummers can play like this in this style and maintain the much stick hanging out from behind the palm. Most drummers end up holding onto the very end of the stick and don't have as much control, plus you get that flopping looking stick action going on and it makes it look like you're not playing as tight and about to send a drumstick flying through the air. But playing how he does in this video where he grips further up (correctly) and there's not as much weight behind the stick means you have to be really disciplined and have your technique down. I did not expect this kid to play so well (even though tons of less skilled and poorer techniqued drummers could still play the same song - just not so pro as this kid).

That stick portion hanging out behind his palm is called mueller technique and it’s very hard to master indeed!

New album is savage and I appreciate the evolution of you guys' sound, but I kinda miss this djenty tones that Inspire EP had. It brings me some kind of nostalgia, even though it's been only 3 years.

Just because you don't experience the feel of the music, doesn't mean nobody else does and that doesn't make this music shit. You have to consider the age range of this group. Really great band and I'm very impressed with these lads. And the effortless feel brings motivation to me and probably a ton of others to pick up an instrument. 🙂

I listened to these dudes on Pandora for months. I was picturing these middle aged hair metal style dudes. Only to come here and find these young dudes FUCKING SHREDDING!!!!! Massively impressive. Keep it up!!!!!

I miss this style of polyphia.... Until this day theres still something very unique and special in those songs

check out band called "bright minder" they sound like polyphia "muse" era.

I really miss this era of Polyphia. This ablum got me through a lot. They didnt even have to say anything. Their hands do the talking.

I remember being one of the first persons to view this video back in 2013. I knew right away that they were going to change the game. Feeling blessed to be able to watch them grow along the years. I miss the old stuff though.

I would have to say, this may be the best Progressive Instrumental band I have ever listened to...Just amazing

This song is all around madness ! Such talented musicians 🤘🏻❤️

Upon the wings of Brandon's drumming polyphia took flight. Now they have that weird Satanist drummer guy who still shreds but their vibe is just wicked now. Brandon's music is beautiful on it's own. Good job Brandon, the success of Polyphia is impossible without this original squad.

Fucking facts, I love their stuff from all throughout, but Inspire & Muse are my absolute favorites.

Realy

I hate the new drummer

As a guitar player as I am, this is one of the best instrumental songs I have ever heard. Their technical skills are awesome and for their age second to none. Instead of criticizing them for being "robotic" we should support this kind of people. Am only 18 and I know how difficult it is to get that support. Great job! Cheers from Spain!

@Connor Clark I'm from Bilbao.

You guys all kick ass (and I have shoes older than you) but damn...drummer's earning his paycheck on this one...serious bad ass.

This is insane!!! I’ve actually never really listened to their older stuff.

This track helps me get through bad days. Crack a beer, listen to this, and let it all melt away. Thanks for pumping out great music

Sick drumming! Your gestures make it look so natural. Props to the whole band, you guys are really talented. See you in Europe someday!

can we just take a second to appreciate scott's production skills? fml dude this is nicely done.

Pretty good! I really dig it, Intervals will always be my favorite though. Hope to see you guys live some day!

2019 and still repeating the song once it finishes

@Jon Tor same

2021 dude

This was amazing I'm so inspired love the guitars, bass. Hopefully my drumming will be as good as that guys one day. Brilliant video :)

That is the most relaxed drummer i've seen playing at such a pace! Smooth as butter

You are all so incredibly talented! You may know me from twitter as Sigourney, but anyways, I LOVED it. Is there somwhere I can purchase this song? Keep rocking :)

I love this EP. I hope you guys remix and re-release it one day.

Still keep up with these guys and I'm still just baffled by their talent, especially considering how young they are. They can't be any older than me yet they can envision this shit.. Astounding.

This Drummer is so Fucking Majestic! Bring Brandon Back!

They did. A few months back

@Rick Ryan Destura they did, solely because they saw this comment

This is what I wanted to hear when I listen to my older music. 01 to 17. Ive changed so much. I still suck. Bands like this inspire me. Keep me intrigued.

ive started to really like this group, I listen to these guys daily, Thank you for your awesome music

your guys' music is so amazing youre all so talented keep it up.

Hands down the best drumming I've heard in any polyphia song

OMG... my new favorite band! How come I never heard of these guys before? This is like the modern and young version of Necrophagist without vocals

My 2 year old just LOVES watching this song played. He always waves to the drummer during the intermission.

Still one of my favorite songs of all time. And I really wish Polyphia would go back to this. Just for a song or two.

2:05 is probably the best riff you guys have ever done. May I ask why you stopped playing this style of music?

To please every type of audience I do miss this style of their playing 😭

Absolutely amazing i love this band one of my favorites sounds better than screamo and that's my favorite type of music.

You ALL are so badass.....I am So thankful to have been introduced to your music.... True artists🙏💜❣❣

Muito foda!! Vim aqui pois um amigo quem me mostrou. São muito bons! 🤘👏👏👏👏

0:50 soooo good, might be my favorite passage of all polyphia works

I love this song!!!! It's up there with my favorite nostalgic songs. Keep it up guys in 2020!!! This music is AWESOME!!! Helps keep me motivated on those long study nights...

I've watched them live and they have really good stage presence. Really confident, especially the bassist. He's the one who's always talking to the crowd, getting them hyped. Really confident kids

First time hearing this band, and I was blown away instantly as soon as it started.  From their looks you're thinking of the same generic metalcore stuff.  No, this is just flat out beauty in it's finest.

That's absolutely beautiful. Masterfully done on every musical level.

my god.. these guys are so talented!! so much time and effort into what they do best man... they deserve a big break!!

Thou art legends beyond all things comprehensible. Cheers to thee, and cheers to all who have helped create such an emotionally stimulating piece of refined melodic mastery. Well Done. Carry On.

This is exactly what I've been looking for. YOU GUYS ARE SO GOOD! :D

They are all outstanding musicians, but the drummer is a beast!!!

You guys are great! All you need is vocalist! Keep playing, you have some serious talent :)

You guys are great! All you need is vocalist! Keep playing, you have some serious talent :)

An amazing song. Very good to play MMOs. And that Blast Beat at 0:44 is simply talent job.

props to the drummer, that's some clean heel-toe!!! 

Wow.. I have been stuck on these guys for a week. Great music to listen to while working. At work i have a pair of iPhone headphones. At home, I have a nice pair of studio monitoring headphones and an amp... Holy fuck.. Let's say they sound wayyyyy better at home! 🤘🤘🤘🤘

Vocês Tocam de mais da conta vey tem como não ❤😘

Honest to god, where do I find musicians like this? I've been looking around and no one here is motivated to play this style. Props to you guys so much

i'm listening to this song nearly 3 years later now and remembering all the feelings from the first listen. This EP is on a whole other level of music. Hope the bois never stop creating art.

really good. looking forward to hearing more fro this guys

This is probably one of the best pieces composed and performed of any bands EP.. simply outstanding.

WOW! Amazingly gifted. Love this.

I have the exact same Jackson DK2M pro and it holds its own!! Even up against guitars twice its price, its such a gem, glad to see someone else rockin it!

Really love this stuff, keep up the hard work guys :D

Best written guitar parts I've seen in a long time. You guys are sick

Wow they've changed a ton. Both this and the Polyphia we know now are awesome, but its such a drastic change

I've seen an old playthrough of him, he can actually play that fast without using heel toe....i like how he isn't all about speed, he can also develop those grooves perfectly...

This is the Polyphia I prefer. I still listen to their new stuff.

I love this Ep. I love this band. All of these dudes are super humble and nice. I hope they make it huge. They deserve it. I've seen these guys 5 or 6 times live, everyone is in awe while they play.

was it the one of him in the isolation booth? yeah, i think he's the perfect drummer for this band. i like most that he's well rounded, diverse, not all about speed, and knows when not to play. those are attributes of all the great musicians.

Every-f***ing-track is an instant classic. 'Inspire' is just an awesome LP. ...Still. I'll keep jamming this for many many years.

Never see a bands name go together so perfectly with their sound....Your music is a personification of your music in a way that I seldom see.

Name* (is a personification of your music)

I really miss when these guys were this metallic.

Been listening to Polyphia for 4 weeks straight now. Can't wait to hear new stuff from them!

This drummer is savage , some passages are near death metal.

Totally badass drummer........... Bring him back

@Eduardo Wormittag why

@Zakku Chan he left the band again xD

Is that a dead link now? I cant click on it :/

Now this is the real Polyphia

Yeah i saw this video

This is what I want more of, Songs displaying a high level of technical skill across all instruments. :D

2:40 3..2..1... "I'm imperfect I laugh because I'm insecure You see me for what I really am Lost and stumbling in the dark Everything might fall apart But you were there to pick me up to mend my heart To mend my heart"

what?

The riff at 2:30 is too freakin awesome.

You guys are awesome!!!!! This was amazing!

You guys shred some serious music. I'll do what I can to get word out on you, you definitely deserve the support. 

The solo in 00:51 is so melodic, perfect vibrato and slides with tapping sounds amazing... and the last part.. is as being in the heaven.. sorry for my english

Coming back years later, I see that their clothing has evolved just as much as their sound.

You guys are so good!! I know you will get far!! Good Luck!!

it makes me wanna cry how good these guys are playing their instruments. #1 in my opinion

Fucking brilliant!! loved every second of this. keep up the amazing work!

man, this is soooo awesome! I LOVE IT, I LOVE THEM!

Crazy amounts of talent right here! Keep up the good work guys! If anyone has the time, come check us out, and let us know what you think!

this is a eargasm! you guys got my music taste awesome 2:05 until it ends love that sequence.the only thing i hate the music ends :)

Unstoppable.... Glad to see young blood throwing out such high level of playing and composition.

I instantly loved GOAT but I've quickly realised that whilst they've achieved the very difficult task of finding their own sound and niche........ it's that one sound. Their music is starting to all sound the same so I hope that they mix up their tones and do some more collaborations to diversify their catalogue

2:48 is a riff they used in multiple contexts, including Ignite and their jam at the end of the Dimarzio video

i'm a young guitar player but those drums blow me away so technical and is perfectly  lined with the guitar must of taken a hell of a long time to create that song every body by this album trust me its great!!

These guys have a right Sense of harmony that they can make a magic sound.. powerfull skills implement

this band has a very good dynamic

My favorite song from them. But damn are those piano sections amazing.

The drummer is very impressive

Sometimes it's just fate when a group of musicians meet each other. This is one of those times. Every instrument couldn't be more flawlessly composed in this piece

These kids keep my faith in music alive.

Drummer has flawless technique. Finger control for days and gets a beautiful sound out of those drums. Amazing talent shown by all of them.