Drum Teacher Reacts: Stewart Copeland Hears Limp Bizkit For The First Time (DRUMEO!)

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

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[@BennyboyTruth]

He's a total lunatic and I absolutely love it! Intelligent, talented,.and hilarious in equal measures!

[@FrankenstienArchive]

Totally spontaneous! The opposite of a session musician. It’s probably why Sting was pulling his hair out where creative control appears to be a prerequisite. Safe to say creative control with a session drummer didn’t sell him half as many records

[@veneziablau]

"Ok, I can provide that, but I'm an Ahole, so I'm probably gonna not provide that, and gonna do something......else", that was a very Steve Martin delivery.🤣

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

True!

[@JU94100]

I loved Stewart Copeland’s take on the song. At times, he was definitely following along with some of the vocal parts when he would accent certain drum parts. To me he was able to capture the energy of the song in his own way. It’s one of my favorite Drumeo videos.

[@RegisChapman]

Dude played polo against Prince Charles for YEARS and was in one of the single most successful bands of all time. That confidence is EARNED.

[@tracithomas6543]

Not arrogance so much as supreme confidence. Love your take on these Drumeo vids. I’m a rocker girl at heart who was introduced to Prog music when I was around 4 (back in the early Seventies), and as such, ive always gravitated towards the rhythm section in music. Growing up in that time period, which was before I discovered heavy metal, my drumming heroes as a kid were not Bonzo and Keith - that changed around 1977 - I was drawn to drummers who were also accomplished percussionists in other genres, jazz being the biggest one. Legends like Bill Bruford, Carl Palmer, Nick Mason, Stuart Copeland, Ian Paice, Neil Peart, etc.

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Fantastic comments. Thank you! And agree 'arrogance' was the wrong term

[@easytalkcafe]

He just didn't take this seriously. He has earned the benefit of the doubt, but I can see why at times Sting wanted to strangle him.

[@TragicallySchapp]

I could listen to him talk, and/or play, all day. Damn glad I got to see The Police a couple times plus saw him with Animal Logic.

[@colestowing8695]

these drumeo videos have become one of my favorite guilty pleasures. the whole "fish out of water" thing of throwing someone into a totally different genre is great. Its like being a kid and wondering "what what would happen if".... like what if you took a semi engine and put it in a tiny car (replace whatever your interest was). Anyway the videos are so much fun to watch-we're truly lucky to have them while our hero's are still around

[@gold98gtp]

You talked about him being an improvisational drummer which reminded me of an interview on Rick Beato's channel. Stewart mentioned a conversation he had with Neil Peart about all of air drummers at Rush concerts, and wondered how Neil attracted so many of them. Neil's reply was they know what is coming in the song because my goal is to play it the same way every show, Stewart's response was something like F#&k that, I always play something different at each show.

[@RobertSanchez-q1o]

His a jammer that's what is all about having fun free but sting didn't like that

[@freddiejupiter442]

My take on Rush music is: why would any concert musician improvise while performing a Mozart piece? Sure, Lifeson did it from time to time, but he's as much of an impulsive bloke as Copeland...so he couldn't help it either.

[@sanchezzz1]

Stewart's lack of caring what you might think of his method gives him a freedom. A level that I hope I'll have one day. what a guy.

[@fretlessfender]

The style of Stewart is so much defining the sound of the Police, his inventiveness on the hihat is unsurpassed! He just called the Police on Limp Biscuit! His personality? One of!❤

[@stevenmonte7397]

"And I probably won't be that concerned either way." That will preach!

[@MMO5178-k5r]

His Tama Star kit sounds amazing!!!!

[@srogers500]

I like knowing he gave Sting hell.

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

🤣🤣👌

[@videom1]

Your comments at the end are 100% correct. So true - he just rolls with things, and has fun

[@FrankenstienArchive]

His new version of Message in a Bottle from the same session was just astonishing! Be great to hear you review it!

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Sounds great!

[@jamescooper-hope6930]

Uncle Stu does not sweat the small stuff. A great human trait.

[@HoryTB]

he is a very relaxed man for sure! :D

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

But you have to earn that! And he has

[@HoryTB]

@@AndrewRooneyDrums 🤔Yeah, some people can feel worthy more easily than others. We should learn from them as everyone is worthy. 😏 "Free your mind, the rest will follow"

[@craigstrickland1572]

Stewart is a legend still don't know how he gets power out of the left hand playing traditional grip

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

The live Police stuff his left hand is soooo powerful (that's wha....)

[@craigstrickland1572]

@@AndrewRooneyDrums Haha

[@mightyV444]

@craigstrickland1572 - It may be due to him actually being left-handed as well as his grip being a _modified_ traditional one, with the left stick resting on his _middle_ finger 🙂

[@pablohrrg8677]

Boundaries and creativity are apposing forces. By taking away his restraints, being free, his creativity can take whatever direction his instinct takes him to. In the name of music.

[@petteritolonen2354]

Stewart is very musical drummer, and not just a drummer a composer too,one of my favourites a very unique style. I love his drumming in Police a real natural powerhouse.

[@racebiketuner]

My cousin used to have a horse that was always breaking down his stall and running off. Much like Stewart Copeland, he could not be contained...

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Perfect analogy 🤣👌

[@kdailey4315]

I like how he just stopped playing 3/4 of the way through like "Yeah, I''m not playing that anymore. Let me tell you why Sting and I broke up." He's Stuart Copeland, he can do whatever he wants, and I'm not exactly sure what Drumeo was expecting.

[@SwedBear1]

A 72 year old punk! In a positive way! I liked it very much and had a good laugh 😂 I sometimes get stuck in fear of imperfection, which is probably why this spoke to me 🤷 Waste of time? Well, some things are my favourite waste of time and some are yours. That's what variety is for. Enjoy what YOU like! 🤘

[@dominicijavier1575]

I actually love his take. I think he nailed it in his own way. it's jammy and improvisational and I think it's an interesting take and he understands the groove and the energy and it's a very relaxed and controlled playing from him. very professional. he really just jams. My only criticism is that it's not angry enough. John Otto puts in the rage and hits harder, literally, in the original and that's what numetal was back in the day.

[@ZIG4ZAG20]

He’s not arrogant as much as he’s confident. Confidence is not arrogance when it’s presented as he does with nonchalant humor and grace. He’s got nothing to prove, he knows it, any one familiar with him knows it so he can get away with practically anything he wants with that lack of concern as to what anyone else thinks or cares about him.

[@jangles1839]

Not conceited... just convinced! 😉

[@FrankenstienArchive]

At nearly 75 years old, confidence is normally measured by the ability to walk and feed yourself without need for a care assistant. Stewart defies age and long may that continue. The world is so blessed to have him amongst us where he continues to inspire and make people smile. What an incredible gift!

[@ThePerkins100]

Love your channel. I'm no drummer.but I enjoy watching

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Awesome! Thank you! Glad you are watching

[@spridgetmidget9238]

Happy New Year Andrew! Love your stuff, keep on rockin' the poor man's Australia! 🤣😉 Music is life 🤘🤘👍🥰

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

🤣🤣🤣love it! Never heard that one 🤣👌

[@tomasp886]

As a non-musician, its hard to believe that he can just make up the drums like tis on the spot that work with the song but I'm guessing that the song structure here is fairly simple which allows Stewart to play around as much as he likes. His playing really altered the feel of the song for me with the change in dynamics and the ride bits. Very cool. As far as arrogance, to me its just that he is very confident about why he likes and does music so not much is going to phase him.

[@RedmistAU]

The coffee is a strong brew today.

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Yes sir

[@skoon002]

It's that 10,000 hours of practice. All the greats have it. They know their instrument and can get ANY sound out of it that they hear in their head. Jaco had it. Ron Carter has it. Stanley Clarke. Eddie Van Halen. Vai, Satriani, Herbie Hancock, Miles Davis, Coltrane, Yo Yo Ma. Peart. Their instrument is a channel for their thoughts. It's fascinating to watch and experience.

[@ChurchOfTheHolyMho]

Would've loved to hear Limp Bizkit with the BD on 2 and 4. In the music store as a kid, and saw the compilation album "No Wave To Go." A picture disk with a dude surfing a leopard print with an ironing board = I had to buy it... And thus was my first introduction to Klark Kent's "Dont Care" song. Of course, his later work with the Police stands for itself (I often attempt to play "Synchronicity II" incorrectly). His solo work for The Rhythmatist (The opening 1:30 of "Serengeti Long Walk" was used by the weather channel behind the local forecast) and The Equalizer (music for the tv show) showed his unusual approach to the Fairlight... often with bells, pianos, and sometimes low strings turned into percussion. And i still occasionally play some tunes from Animal Logic II. What a fantastic body of music he has given us.

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

'What a fantastic body of music he has given us.' And completely original!

[@GWOTKoolAid]

Waiting for Drumeo to invite you to play Genesis.

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

🤣🤣🤣 Comment of the year!

[@didsomebodysaydmt8193]

Straight to the ride cymbal,lol. I fkn knew it.

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

🤣🤣

[@ThePerkins100]

Andrew.. love to hear your thoughts on what you have learned over the years of listening and disecting other drummers

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Thanks so much for watching!!

[@Keyleey]

The way I look at it, as long as you are respectful, but also have the confidence, knowledge, and talent you can be as arrogant as you want. Just need to be respectful along with it.

[@sephyhk]

If I relisten focusing on the riff and his drum line it makes even more sense.

[@PureMetalBanzai]

One of the best ever.

[@tarinindell8217]

I agree that "arrogance" probably isnt the right word. This is for fun, there arent any stakes, he has nothing to prove. Im sure anyone that has played for even a handful of years could listen to almost any song in a standard meter and come up with a fun jam. I think thats where his mindset is. Zero stress, completely relaxed, looking to have fun. I do think "confidence" fits better.

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Very well said. Arrogance is a lack of vocab on my part

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Hopefully it didn't come across as derogatory

[@tarinindell8217]

⁠@@AndrewRooneyDrums Nah, i think everyone understands what you were trying to say. Its definitely confidence, but in other circumstances it might edge closer to being arrogant.

[@keironjohns2585]

Love your channel Andrew, love Stuart C just like you, would love to see him do the Primus auditions 🙌🥁🙌 they are a interesting watch , but what you said is so true , WHO CARES 🥁😂HAVE FUN if dosnt work move on 👊🏼🥁🙌love his way of thinking/Happy new year 🎊t

[@kurtsakslsvideosaks9185]

My cousin who died long ago brought us to a concert in Phoenix when I was 11 or 12. Primera Invasion and All I Ever Wanted was to Be With You!!! HOLY FREAKING COW PIES!!! I was hooked for life!!!

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Magic memories

[@jimmybigshoes1165]

I wouldn't call it arrogance, but rather, perspective. He knows he gets to play drums essentially for fun, and it earns him a good living. What's there to be worried about? The creating and playing is his enjoyment. Let the younger guys who take it all too seriously dissect and critique the final product.

[@THCya9796]

Lars plays Miles Davis!! If only I could post a TRAIN WRECK gif!🚂😂🤣😂

[@marshac1479]

Legend

[@pmnphxaz]

Chad and Stewart played the Taylor Hawkins memorials, and were at Neil's funeral.

[@SSquirrel1976]

When The Godfather was being cast, Coppala said he was looking for a Diane Keaton type and she heard about that and showed up and said then why not have me? Don't settle for being an imitation, be yourself :)

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

BRILLIANT! That comment has made my day

[@M2Mil7er]

Another Coppola / Diane Keaton / Stewart Copeland connection. The movie 'Rumble Fish' with Mickey Rourke and Matt Dillion (featuring Nic Cage in his first movie appearance). Stew did the soundtrack, and it's in my top 10 movies.

[@asiankaos5882]

I love how you have no idea what is coming next. Stewart is just making it up in real time it seems.

[@stevenmonte7397]

His toms have a good Burning Down the House sound....

[@RimRig_AZ]

IMO, If the roles were reversed and the biskit drummer never heard a police song he would have never had the creativity that stewart created here.

[@xxphactor]

I wished you expounded on the choices he made. What you liked and maybe what you liked the least.

[@jonpoon3896]

His approach is high risk, high reward. It's not gonna work with every band. But him in Police was a perfect fit. "You didn't hire me to play the drums, you hired me to be me."

[@irmaoksanen6830]

It seems Stewart was just being himself, playing for the joy of it. I like his version better.

[@Rad_Radster_Experience]

Stewart is just a trip but in a bad ass way! ***Also I would love to see you react to a Heiling live video. Not traditional drumming but very unique as a whole.

[@patrickm.635]

Drumeo should have titled this, "Master percussionist Steward Copeland hears a predictable, bog-standard song in 4/4 and has no problems coming up with a part while playing along with the said song..." 🤣🤣🤣

[@M2Mil7er]

"predictable, bog-standard song in 4/4 and has no problems coming up with a part while playing along with the said song" if any drummer can't do this, then they're still very much a beginner.

[@mikaelvuorinen3143]

Hello from sweden

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Hello there!

[@stevel4265]

liked his interpretation bitter that the original

[@carpna1]

Excel did a great cover of Message in the Bottle by the Police

[@SpeedOfThought1111]

For a first time listen he was definitely just trying different stuff the whole time and of course he would fine tune any song he had to record or play on the road to perfection. But I'm with Stewart in general about having the mindset of just doing what's unpredictable for the song. But I think that comes after listening to a ton of different music and being able to predict what's coming so it's a reward for your brain to hear or create something more adventurous and boundary-pushing. A machine can hold a steady beat, like you mentioned in today's crappy hyper-perfectly produced music often is, and that sucks the soul out of the song.

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Totally agree. It's all about creating something unique. He puts his unique signature on everything

[@NaturalScienceRushTribute]

You can come up with whatever you want. There are no rules. That is what Stewart adhered to. He just played around and had fun. Dig it. Yes he could have done a 2nd run.

[@davidwhiston4896]

I love how he just dived in, didn't listen to the track multiple times or made notes or charts. He was just "rollin'" with it and making up some great drum parts on the fly. Amazing stuff

[@jangles1839]

No arrogance I don't believe. I just feel Stewart is more convinced than conceited 💙😉

[@johnladd8421]

Stewart is the shit! he’s an asshole, for sure. just ask him. But he’s got such an original style. Those Police recordings caught some of the amazing fills ever. and the next time he played it? totally different. pretty crazy.

[@davidrogers3875]

Andy, do you know why Lars Ulrich's godfather was? I think that he may also be familiar with Miles.....maybe.

[@M2Mil7er]

Not caring and being creatively free is great, and Stewart is a god, but I really thought we was trying to ensure he never got asked on again.

[@davide.s.9880]

Hey Andrew since you've got a in with this drumeo. Do you think Yoyoka could do this kind of thing and would Drumeo would want to get her there / be interested?

[@ChurchOfTheHolyMho]

I bet she'd be pretty good at it... Sometimes in her live streams, people will superchat in a song that she hasn't heard before to play... although she gets to hear the original drums parts to play along with. So she's kinda already there. Would be cool to see her at Drumeo tho.

[@afrenchydownunder]

0:45, intended pun, right ?!

[@WhatHaveIMade]

Poor Copeland had almost made it through his entire life never having the misfortune of hearing a Limp Bizkit song. This was a cruel act by Drumeo.

[@matthijsclaessen8152]

He’s free. He’s very intuitive. And I bet 50 euros against your 1 that he has ADHD. (And I know, ‘cause I am. And I listen to riffs…)

[@RobertSanchez-q1o]

I will love him to play some iron maiden by his style all over the set

[@IRuinEvrything]

re: arrogance. he's not conceited. He's convinced.

[@dapeel61]

"Stewart Copeland hears Limp Bizkit for the first time" "Real quick before we get rolling" You did that on purpose...

[@leogothisoscar271]

I view "And I probably won't be that concerned either way" as more of a statement on it being inconsequential and just for fun and if he is way off then so be it, it's about him doing his own thing anyway.

[@RobertT1999]

I don't see why they would have Lars on Drumeo considering they only feature drummers... If it isn't obvious, I'm joking.

[@JasonSmith-lp6wg]

See, if LimpDicks had this (and by 'this' I mean talent), I'd like them a lot more. I love Stewart's take. Arguably, I could say he overplayed it; but considering there's, really, nothing going on in the original to make me like it, I'll say he did the song more justice than that band ever could. My one issue with Drumeo is that they always pair a talented drummer with a band/style they're either capable of reproducing or have much more talent than the music being presented to them. They never give a drummer something above their skill-set. I would kill to see Lars Ulrich (or someone like him) in there with music from Terry Bozzio era Frank Zappa just to watch Lars cry his way through that. Or, take a very talented drummer and give them Mahavishnu Orchestra stuff. That could be interesting. Regardless, great video!

[@ericbontheweb]

I'd wager you're not a quarter of the drummer Jon otto is. And the drumeo segment isn't meant to make the drummers cry. They have videos of drummers learning harder songs, they just give them the actual track and give them multiple takes like when Mike portnoy played tool

[@JasonSmith-lp6wg]

@@ericbontheweb Understanding that KZbin is a flat-medium (meaning, tone is hard to convey) I, really, was trying to be funny. If that got missed, my apologies. As for myself, I haven't played drums since highschool. So, yes, you'd be correct: he is a better drummer than I. That he's a successful musician doing his thing, is great; I applaud him - and LimpDicks - for it. I do, however, think they're boring musicians making boring music. I've, often, found that people want to conflate their love for their band with that band's, actual, ability. As for 'making people cry,' again, I'm being humorous. To my point, I would like Drumeo to give their drummers some better challenges. Getting Portnoy to play Tool isn't a challenge as Portnoy and Carey are in a similar talent pool. Getting Portnoy - or Carey - to play something by Mahavishnu Orchestra would be interesting. Getting Otto to play Tool would, also, prove interesting. That you're upset with my assement, I don't care; it's not important, to me, that you like the things I like; and it shouldn't matter to you that I don't like the things you do. Just don't be so precious about it. My best to you.

[@ericbontheweb]

@@JasonSmith-lp6wg If you were trying to be funny that's fine. But you just pretty much said that nobody in limp Bizkit has what you would classify as "talent" which just makes you sound a bit elitist and short sighted. There's talent on multiple instruments in that band so don't be so quick to dismiss them is all I was getting at. I understand through KZbin comments it's hard to gauge tone. All love 🙏

[@JasonSmith-lp6wg]

@@ericbontheweb To your point, yes, they have talent. They couldn't be where they're at without it. I just don't find them musically interesting (and that's a whole other conversation); and while I can get into many different genres, what I, really, like are musicians doing things in interesting and innovative ways; and I love challenging music. Music that's complexly dense, with odd time signatures, stops, breaks, and atonality. (Trust me, when I put on some of the things I listen to, some people just look and go 'what the fuck, dude?") But, that's me. And, no, I'm not an 'elitist' or a 'gatekeeper.' But, I do have my thoughts on things, as do others. And we're free to agree/disagree, which, hopefully, keeps things fun and fresh. Thanks, again, for your thoughts. I appreciate your taking the time. Best!

[@jamieosborn]

Hah you could see that he wasn't exactly excited by the song. Doesn't matter, nothing brings Stewart Copeland down.

[@markcannon3899]

Heard Stewart Copeland in 1979 on their 2nd album and thought he was a hidden gem about to come out and shine and I was right. I understand he and Neil Peart had a great fondness for each other's talent and, of course, sense of humour. But when none of my friends were listening to the Police at that time I heard right away they had something special. Stewart is one of the great drummers/percussionists of our time, right up there with Peart - even though a different style. I don't rate drummers like some sort of BS top ten chart. Buddy Rich was amazing and fast, but Gene Krupa had a style I appreciated more. Talent is one thing, but style is everything. Without it, you're just another drummer. I don't say that arrogantly, I say it with belief. This is to make up for the Cruise comment. Sorry about that, but the guy really creeps me out because he is a total creep

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Stewart is a total original

[@PaulThoresen]

Sting seems like a super cool dude. I personally liked him in the dune movie from 4 decades ago. I would be hard pressed to think of anything musical he has done that I liked though. Saying he is in the same league with the rolling Stones and The Beatles is some weird kind of blasphemy Andy.

[@BockwinkleB]

Should have given him Jinjer.

[@freefall8243]

He bailed on the song due to sheer boredom. Lol.

[@easytalkcafe]

If anyone other than a famous drummer of Copeland caliber did this, he would have been roasted. This was a half assed effort for sure. This more like, Ruprecht, you have been banging your pots again, havent you?

[@elnico135]

He got so bored by playing that shitty song 😂🥁

[@QuantumBeeWellness]

He's known for stopping if he thinks the song has gone on for too long, lolll

[@badm0t0rf1nger]

I didn't think Copeland would give this a concerted effort, & I was proved right. This contrasts massively with Wolfgang Van Halen's throw-himself-into-the-thing 5 or 6 takes to come up with something he's happy with - I was *so* impressed with WVH doing this. :) p.s. regarding Limp Bizkit, yes, Wes Borland is a massively influential guitarist (moreso than the cool kids will ever admit), but John Otto & Sam Rivers are the rhythm section that makes the crowd at a Bizkit show *bounce* like very few others. It's a shame that it took a couple of decades for Fred Durst to mellow into a reasonable human being, since his early behaviour led to the 3 musicians' great work being overshadowed & underappreciated.

[@SenseiKreese]

I'm a funk rock/metal guitarist that started out on drums. Been into the funk/rock/metal thing long before Limp Bizkit came along... I mix those James Brown grooves and riffs with rock and metal riffs. The whole numetal thing was just a spin-off of the funk metal that came before it. Stewart doesn't have "it". He's trying hard to groove but he's just not that good at it, it's not his classic boomer rock style. It totally sounds like he's struggling, first he opts for a basic straight rock beat, then he tries to groove it more but the flow is jagged and it's not done well. If I was trying out drummers for my band? This guy would get the thanks, we'll talk and get back to you... We can't be good at everything in music, Stewie just isn't a good funk rock player.

[@RobertSanchez-q1o]

His a jammer that's what its all about having fun but sting didn't like that

[@n-99percentGOD]

very hard to listen to, sounded like when a dad plays in the first round of a drum competition

[@TheCashewOfDeath]

I think he is using the vocals as the bass line.

[@wayofenergy]

Is Stewart playing to a click? Because he picked up the tempo soo quickly!

[@DJFalkoHannover]

Confidence and chops are mostly confused with arrogance especially by people that dont have much chops or skill.

[@jack-k6z7n]

STEWART IS A D-BAG HE TRIED TO BEAT UP STING AND GOT TOSSED. STING WENT SOLO STEW DID NOTHING

[@marc-yv7cu]

From "the arrogance"? At 72 years old and with a definitely indisputable talent, it is not the opinion of a 40-year-old drum teacher (+/-) who can define or assume this, right ?...

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

Not sure I quite understand 🤷‍♂️

[@BockwinkleB]

I was shocked they gave him that. Waste of his and our time. And I don't mind Limp Bizkit. I think he just played whatever he wanted in something that is so beneath his capabilities.

[@dandyflaps]

Waste of our time. He doesn't follow the groove of the song. Think it's easy to get blinded by his previous achievements. This sounded like a rookie who didn't listen to the song.

[@Frank.E.Valley]

@@dandyflaps I have been getting that vibe from a few of the more recent Drumeo vids in this series. Ever since the Chad Smith one they keep trying "no first listen, one take, no retry" thing to go viral again. And it's coming across as zero effort.

[@Efferri]

Yep. Didn't enjoy it. I love the police, and I know he's a great progressive rock drummer... I wish he would have listened a few times, made a chart and tried.

[@ThvonS]

True

[@ZeeDahktah]

Dumping on the take when he’s never heard it before and is totally effing off. Lol! I’m sure if he cared enough he would’ve dissected and arranged like many other drummers in this series. No effs given. 😂

[@Jase1000-p2f]

That was average

[@dustycooper]

Am I the only who thinks Stewart completely missed the mark on this? The energy and timing are way off if you ask me...

[@justinreynolds3935]

Honestly his playing didn't fit this at all. I thought it was terrible. This wasn't confidence. This was him not trying. It just felt to stiff

[@Brousey]

I didn't like this episode at all from drumeo. I felt like he put no effort into it. Where most people write their cheat sheets at least give it a full listen or dick around.. I just thought it was terrible. And I do see Copeland as one of the best percussionists in the world yet this was awful

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

I think Copeland is kinda in that Ringo world. Whatever he gives you... you take. This was a bit of fun for him. It is a contrast to Portnoy spending 3-4 hours trying to learn Pneuma. But this here is a total different concept.

[@Brousey]

@AndrewRooneyDrums 100% right and on the other hand he could have been offendeded with what was given.. 7empest from Tool is what I would've offered him. Actually.. Andrew!! Make it happen!!! 🤣

[@QuantumBeeWellness]

This is literally how he recorded most of The Police albums, he makes it up on the spot. He is such a musical genius that he makes it look effortless

[@Brousey]

@QuantumBeeWellness you don't record on the first listen through it's impossible... I'm just saying he didn't put any sort of effort in for someone being so phenomenally incredible at what he does he could have given it a good listen to and put a cheat sheet down for bridge course versus time signatures etc just like every other drummer has on that show that's all I'm saying it was just disappointing

[@QuantumBeeWellness]

​@@BrouseyThat's exactly how he recorded the albums and he has stated that fact multiple times, especially when talking about Every Breath You Take, he had no clue what was going on but never got a redo. He figured the song out when playing live

[@moschopsmad]

For anyone elected wanting to skip all the filler nonsense go straight to 6:30

[@AndrewRooneyDrums]

🙏

[@HerbieBancock]

You know your career is over when you're reacting to reactions for affiliate clicks.

[@rokapali69]

I don't understand why almost no one is criticizing this poor performance. It's as if Stewart is being held in high regard. But now let's be honest. This is really bad and simple drumming. This guy has no idea what he's doing and has no idea how to play this song. He was at the top of his game in his younger years with The Police, and I was a very big fan.

[@flightgravity7483]

He’s never heard it before and is improvising in real time. I don’t think he was really feeling the song either. He was just screwing around.

[@SwedBear1]

Personally, I find it refreshing for different reasons, but I get your perspective as well. May I ask if there is any particular performance you would care to recommend as a prime example of great drumming?

[@coilfan09]

Strong disagree here he did an amazing job he did an interpretation that was different but kept the general feel of the song in his style he just is a different type of drummer.

[@BockwinkleB]

He clearly did not want to play it. 1 take, and a piss take at that. Terrible choice for a song for him to play.

[@KansaSCaymanS]

Did you listen to Andrew’s analysis of him at the end of this video? To be fair, unlike most of the drummers on this series, he didn’t even listen to the song before giving it a shot. He just started improvising from the get go. Have to give him for credit for that, even if it wasn’t close to the original.

[@PaulThoresen]

Never cared for his music.