Trivium - The Making Of: The Sin And The Sentence (Ep. 1) 

Alex was fired 10 minutes after this interview. When asked, Matt Heafy quoted, "DON'T GET ATTACHED TO OUR DRUMMER. The fans need to understand that."

I'm pretty sure the band will be able to survive with that beast behind the kit. #keepalex

First of all, A7x found their new beast behind the kit: Brooks Wackerman! Then Trivium did the same with Alex Bent! Wow can't fucking wait for the new album!

1:03 Matt and Corey are back there like “You’ve passed the 1st test, but we shall see... we shall see.”

Alex seems like such a good dude, very professional and super humble. Fingers crossed he can find a home in Trivium!

Trivium has ought to keep this drummer. The guy's a beast!

I'm still quite put out by the turnover rate of drummers, but I'm really glad how open and forthright the band is being about their perspective on the issue. Matt is being brutally honest and it's refreshing to hear Paolo say "we thought maybe this time it'd actually work out with this guy". They're not acting like it's all 100% perfect and how it's supposed to be but they're making the best of it. Alex is fantastic anyway and seems chill so hopefully he'll settle and be able to stick around for a long time.

3:20 Matt "finally I can watch some porn.... shit I'm on camera." *puts the phone away in a very smooth way*

Best drummer since Travis in my opinion. I dont know why people used to hate on him. He was a beast drummer for Trivium and fit their style perfectly.

The future isn't in his hands. It's in his feet 😏

That moment when you squeeze the earphone in your ear and try to extract every single part from the new songs.

Matt's reaction in 3:11 hahahahahahah

I'm gonna listen the shit out of this album next month I can already tell.

Fuck yeah, so proud of you Alex. I remember back in 2006 when we were all kids chilling at Rob's house listening to you guys practice for TSOM, we all knew back then how much of a bad ass drummer you were. Props man, living the dream

I'm glad they finally said Travis is a beast, because he was fucking awesome. IMO he had so much more in terms of a unique drumming style than anyone else Trivium have had up until this point.

This guy is hands down the best drummer trivium has had. I hope he sticks.

wouldnt be a trivium documentary without a shot of paolo changing strings

I understand Trivium is just Paolo, Matt and Corey but you need to realize talent is in front of your faces with Alex Bent. This guy rips and I'm happy to have him on a Trivium album. I can't wait.

Keep Alex in the band, he's the guy who all of you are looking for ...

So glad they acknowledged Travis's work in the first few albums at around 4:06

The camera guy really likes Matts nose

Saw Trivium with this guy live a couple days ago. This current constellation blew my mind and was the best live experience in my life! Thank you for that! And btw: The two new songs are amazing! Keep it up. Greetings from Germany :)

That song at the end sounds so sick!

1:02 Matt standing like Darth Vader in the background LOL

Travis Smith was the bedrock of my influence as a drummer and musician growing up, I think Alex is the next chapter for the first real time in Trivium in 9+ years where that might happen again. There is something about the drumming on Shogun that will never be touched, unique drummers aren't just "around," keep Alex Bent.

KEEP THIS DRUMMER

Lovin Corey and Matt listening to classical music in the background. Been a Trivium fan since the beginning and will be till the end of me!💯🎸 SO STOKED!

Hope Alex will continue in the band for a long, long time!.. Its a fking BEAST!

After hearing the drums on the new album I just had to google “trivium drummer”. Glad this vid came up and I’m honestly just blown away by this dude

These men are professionals in music. I like every TRIVIUM album they made from the beginning. This is real creativity - every album is different. Real music without false. Keep on moving TRIVIUM. I`m waiting for the new album. \m/

I feel like most people haven't got a clue on what it takes to hold a band together and jump the gun on the drummer hate far too easily. Getting through a record with 4 creative minds must be an impossible task let alone touring internationally with an equally aggressive schedule. Matt, Paolo, and Corey obviously get along creatively and to shoehorn somebody into a situation where there's already an immense catalog of music (and chemistry) is probably insurmountable. We agree that Alex is amazing and we'd love him to stay but I wish I could watch videos like this one and share the hype instead of have to wade through comments of fifteen year olds that have never made a relationship work in the first place give "bulletproof advice" to a band that has grown exponentially since their inception. Anyone that has supervised people before, been in long term relationships, or done any kind of larger-scale social engagement in a professional setting understands that human chemistry is difficult and complex. We want a consistent drummer. They get it. It's complicated. Fuck.

I bought The Sin And The Sentence Boxset + T-Shirt on Trivium's website. I am so pumped for new music from Trivium. DO NOT GET RID OF ALEX BENT.

Today is 7th September in Indonesia, and its my birthday so thanks Trivium its like a birthday present for me!

I REALLY hope they keep this dude. First drummer in Trivium that I've thought finally surpasses Travis Smith. AND he's only 24!?!?!?

I love how corey and matt just standing there in the begining and looks like 2 beasts

I can't get enough of these types of videos.

I've been listening to metal for twenty years. Alex is by far one of the best drummers I've ever heard. I'm stoked to see just how far he can take this.

Wish this was longer. I've always been a fan of Trivium and now I'm a fan of Alex, album is gonna slay!

Alex has amazing talent. He understands trivium and even beyond what it should be and its taking it to a whole new level. Every other drummer in Trivium in the past had great history and skill levels, but personally, i would definately keep alex due to his skill level, understanding, easily able to do a trivium song in 1 to 2 takes, able to play 15 songs in a week, he is amazing. He even planned on what type of beats he wanted to do without hesitation for their songs. He thought ahead and he is really outstanding. Keep him in and make trivium better. I cant wait for the new album. #thesinandthesentence2017

"OK, sure." - Alex Bent 2017

This is really starting to feel like the best time to be a Trivium fan since Shogun, everything about this album has my excitement levels through the roof... Especially Alex, finally a drummer that has the technicality and measure on par if not superior to Travis, able to compliment everyone else's musicianship perfectly. And Matt, stay safe out there in Florida dude! \../

Talking about it sounds like a machine. Alex is a gawd damn machine! You can't stop the Machine!

Alex is as good on the drums as everyone else is on their instruments. That's why he can play technically but with that natural feel.

Btw Travis was from the beginning of Trivium as well. Even before Matt, not to even mention Corey and Paolo that joined after ETI. Just sayin'

Alex is a master! I love Trivium's music and I listened and enjoyed every album! Even so, first time I heard The sin and the sentence, i got shocked at the very first seconds because of the drumming! really hope they''ll keep alex! See you in november guys! big love from montreal Canada!

Trivium doing what they do best. Love these guys can't wait to see em in November!

the sin and the sentence is definitely my favourite album, and 40% of the reason is the drumming, so tight and fits everywhere

Alex is phenomenal. This is honestly the first trivium record I love front to back,and I credit to his playing. I took a few lessons with him a few years ago,and he's an absolute monster player.

3:11 Matt just enjoying some food then BAM! Camera recording him, just the instant "Oh Shit!" face. It feels great coming back and watching these videos after the album has been out for a couple months now, and I have to say KEEP ALEX, he is what makes you guys you again!

That fuckin' dude is a beast on drums, holy shit. This album is gonna kill.

I can't wait for the new album! And those riffs they've been teasing throughout the video sound awesome!! Can't wait!

The studio sessions already sound legit, excited for this!

This album promises so fucking much, can't wait!

this man can bring the new fresh air from trivium and mak the band out of the box~~

The new drummer's like...a death metal version of shia labeouf

Congrats on the success in Trivium Alex! Glad to see things are going well!

this guy is a beast :D

Alex is exactly what trivium has needed. He's an amazing drummer, and a phenomenal individual.

You can definitely feel he's a humble guy, that just happens to be an amazing drum player.

1 take is insanity in light of how difficult those drum parts are, wow!!

It suddenly makes so much sense. They want a drummer who shares their vision of the band and that has the grit to make it happen. As a fan, it's been rough to see them have so much trouble, but it seems to be leading in the right direction. Hats off to the band, and I can't wait to hear the new record.

what a beast of a drummer Alex seems to be...hope he stays around to make it all worth while

Alex has been an amazing drummer since the early days back when he first started getting around in the scene. Used to be in a few tech bands, and Sick drummer has some cool videos of him when he was younger. Trying to think of the band. Don't feel like googling but I think it was Arkaik.

Fucking hell, I'm too excited for a second Christmas this year. Also Alex is a beast

I seriously cannot wait for the new album omfg

Alex is a beast he is sooo good. Wow... speechless \m/

Anyone else come back 6 years later to see all the comments hoping Alex will still be in the band?😂 LONG LIVE THE 🐷🤘🏻 He IS Trivium's Drummer!!!

Drummers have got it rough man. Next to vocals, I would say that it is the most criticized aspect of metal music. People expect them to be perfect live. I'm not a drummer, but it sure seems hard. Good on you Alex. You're a beast dude.

I absolutely love Alex’s drums (mainly symbol play) in, namely, The Defiant, Sickness unto you, and the rest of Sin. I really hope he stays

No offence I've never heard of this drummer... but dam.... he is so good! About 15 seconds into the sin and I was mind blown... I haven't heard a drummer like him before. Perfect fit.

Best drummer for Trivium ever ... Epic !!

I'm so excited for this new album.

very good choice guys we are waiting the ALbum here in Algeria yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

...AND he's fired. Na JK...Trivium, Matt please hire Alex full time. Please learn from your hero's mistakes, Hetfield squeezed to death everyone because that's how he kept control. But he regrets that now. Don't do the same with Trivium.

No one snacks on an apple until Matt Heafy snacks on an apple

Yhea i love dis people because they look like they where my group of friends, just like people that exactly share youre aspirations, lifestyle, and ways of seeing life. Matt and Alex just changed my hole life, they make me be who i am a little bit more

Trivium this drummer guy a beast Brutal..

This new album will kick ass!!

Alex is the best thing that has happened to Trivium since Travis.

Weren't you guys saying the same about previous drummers? Nick, Mat, Paul...

"Paulo, Corey, and myself are Trivium. The three of us are Trivium." Jesus, no wonder drummers abandon you guys.

its funny how paolo is the only one that seems half happy about the drummer where matt looks like he couldnt even give a shit less

Trivium needs a great drummer like Alex. He is probably the best drummer they have had and has a great personality and humbleness about him. Look forward to the other parts!

Alex is an animal behind the kit! Looking forward to more studio clips and the record \M/

Everything you hear in this video sounds really Shogun-ish! I like it!

i think this will be first album which i will buy... so hyped !!!

STOKED FOR THIS ALBUM

Legend drummer!

Alex seems down to earth and fucking jams. I hope to see this work out and he stays he's an excellent addition

The new drummer is a beast!!mind blowing! Those blast beats are fire!

This guy is not a drummer. THIS GUY IS A BIG WILD BEAST.

Drums are killer for this. They really make the mood for the music. Alex plays fast and thats good if we want old/good new trivium

This new drummer is amazing man can't wait to see you in ATL

That last riff got me pump !

"OK I CAN DO THAT YEP"-alex bent

This man is insane all around but his hihat work is a whole other level my goddddd

That track at the end had a real thrashy vibe! Keen!

Why does it always have to be in black and white 😒

That last fucken song OMG!

Don't you ever kick this drummer out ever!!!! this man is a beast!!!