The video is a breakdown of the song "Before I Forget" by Slipknot, from their 2004 album "Volume 3: (The Subliminal Verses)". The host, Rick Beato, provides a detailed analysis of the song's musical elements, including the guitar riffs, drum beats, vocal layering, and the overall production values.
Beato highlights the song's unique characteristics and structure, noting that the song was produced by Rick Rubin and written by the band. He also mentions the passing of Joey Jordison, a member of Slipknot, and dedicates the video to his memory.
The song's complexity is further emphasized by Beato, who points out the intricacies of the riff, the drum fills, and the vocal delivery. He also praises the well-executed triplet fills and the tightness of the drumming.
Beato also discusses the song's production values, noting the exceptional sound quality and the attention to detail in the recording process. He concludes by encouraging viewers to subscribe to his channel, check out his other courses, and consider becoming a member of his club to support his work.
1. The host, Rick Beato, is discussing the song "Before I Forget" by the band Slipknot, which is featured on their 2004 release "Volume 3: (The Subliminal Verses)".
2. The song was produced by Rick Rubin and written by the band.
3. The host met Joey Jordison, a member of Slipknot, in 1999 when they were making their first record.
4. Joey Jordison passed away at the age of 46.
5. The song was mixed by Greg Fidelman, who is known for his work with Rick Rubin.
6. "Before I Forget" was named by AOL as the top metal sign of the decade and won a Grammy for best metal performance in 2006.
7. The host is discussing the technical aspects of the song, including the bass part, the drumming, and the vocals.
8. The host mentions that the song is played on a sixteenth note kick accent, a technique that originates from Jimi Hendrix's song "Voodoo Child".
9. The host discusses the drum fill and the drumming in the chorus.
10. The host talks about the bridge of the song, which goes to half time, and the guitar and piano parts that occur during this section.
11. The host praises the drumming and production values of the song.