Cobus - Avenged Sevenfold - Afterlife (DRUM COVER 2021)

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This video was filmed, edited, engineered, mixed, mastered, and produced in its entirety by Cobus Potgieter. I know that seems like a weirdly self-serving sentence to put in here, but I just like the fact that we don't need a full production team to make high quality content - if I can do it, you can too!
Filmed and recorded in Los Angeles, California, USA.
This is a 100% acoustically recorded and mixed performance: no drum replacement or triggering was used.
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[@cobuspotgieter]

What up from 2023 Cobus 👋🏼 If you liked this video: I just uploaded a video where I learn an A7X video from the latest album! If you're keen, watch it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIfJYZeJiq98qLs

[@opieangst]

Hi 2023 Cobus! Been watching since your "Single pedal Bat Country" days!!

[@endaherlina7729]

2024

[@glendlaybahas641]

The best drummer can play praise_elevation_whorsio songs!!!!

[@glendlaybahas641]

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[@SirAttila]

I remember being a teenager watching the original video, 14 years later still awesome, The Rev would be proud.

[@dhimasemirudin5282]

also when he change the stick at last

[@MrPaokara100]

when he put on the white wrist sweatbands on, a couple of tears starting falling from my eyes. I still remember the day you upload the first cover of this song! Because of you i started playing drums. Brought back many memories. I truly thank you Cobus.

[@harlrowe3928]

Amen brother!

[@JS-qc4pl]

Same feelings. Been watching this guy for over 10 years

[@chamalveda3159]

Thank u cobus 🔥🤍

[@andreimarasigan]

Same exact feeling! Been a subscriber since day one, and I also started playing drums because of him. Goosebumps 🔥

[@jeremiahsmarketing]

I feel you man...your not alone

[@BassMeister17]

I lost it at the "bell" at 1:42. Brilliant!🤣You nailed this cover all those years ago, and it's even better now. Killer as always!

[@alexpayko4655]

Lol me too 😂😂

[@andreimarasigan]

Dude, you don't know how much you made me emotional in this. I started to play drums because you covered this song 12 years ago. I showed my friends that video and told them I'm gonna play it myself. I mastered the song a year after, all because of you. So thank you, man. And those wristbands... just pure nostalgia 😭😭😭

[@ChrisInmanDrums]

Ah not only a tune that defined pretty much all my teenage years, but I THINK this was the first cover I saw of yours back in the day. Multiple reasons for me to be VERY excited about this!

[@iftekharazamiftee4298]

Same

[@fail_master_z]

Ditto!!!!

[@soraslittelhelper]

Exact same feelings as 12 years ago 👍

[@Beatboarder66]

I discovered Cobus AND A7X through this cover and became a big fan of them both.

[@Unitalphasix]

Samesies

[@ElEsteparioSiberiano]

shit, now I have to reschedule mine for tomorrow brother! hahahahahahahah what an amazing coincidence! Looking forward to this, Take good care!

[@gnarlymann5590]

i am also waiting for your video to premier man! good thing you are not covering the same song though.

[@apocalypso1564]

Super excited to see your version! Joint cover would be insane 😉🤘

[@andrewadler4576]

No offense but always Masters are first. J.k .

[@cobuspotgieter]

Dude I am STOKED to see your video! I've got mad love & respect for you brother, thanks for the kind words!

[@AGlimpseInside]

@@cobuspotgieter Same here. Get away with having a free weight and a cowbell on their snare drum is pretty awesome

[@KristinaSchiano]

Look at those stick tricks!🔥🔥🔥

[@papokroukfa7708]

Heeeeeeyyy,,, there she comes...😁

[@AnggaRizkyAnky]

Always perfect

[@cediemina4528]

My favorite Girl Drummer in KZbin Greetings from Philippines...

[@deariyad9837]

Salam dari indonesia... #Kristina_Schiano #Cobus

[@JimbroQc]

The Rev vocal always have and will always give me chill damn ... R.I.P JIMMY

[@cobuspotgieter]

Same. Every time.

[@JimbroQc]

@@cobuspotgieter thank you for another sick video

[@S2MLzombie]

Just got done listening to a little piece of heaven before coming across this and fuck yeah! You just know he had SOOOO much fun coming up with that song

[@JimbroQc]

@@S2MLzombie hell yeah ! The rev was hell of drummer still one of my favorite

[@KinProductions]

Your original cover was the reason I started doing my own.. I remember posting on Facebook saying "I need to get up to this guy's level. ...I have yet to, specially not after seeing this video, so can you like.. I don't know.. Let me catch up or something? 🤣 Hats off, my dude.

[@cobuspotgieter]

Haha thanks man! That means a ton

[@strikedown999]

Kin!! love you videos as well :D

[@toddsmith1969]

Mans a legend! I bet your great as well though 😊

[@lombokindonesiaagraria7829]

Take me back 😂😂

[@thenumberofthebeast2]

4:55 dude I have the biggest smile on my face. Wow, so much nostalgia! Grew up watching you and to see that little throwback is so awesome. You the man Cobus, always be here to support you!

[@luckiestphilippines3653]

So much nostalgia.The wrist armbands are legit. It's been 12 years the drum beats even getting so amazing played by you Cobus. You're always the best for me no matter what. 🇵🇭

[@justinw21987]

This man plays with love. Watching him play is like walking through a park and seeing a father throwing a baseball with his son. You're not quite sure why it makes you feel good on the inside, but it does. When somebody is doing what they truly love, it somehow leaks into the air and become contagious to the point where you can't help but smile and feel what they are feeling in that moment.

[@cobuspotgieter]

In 15 years of posting videos to KZbin, this might be one of my favourite comments of all time. From the bottom of my heart, thank you!

[@justinw21987]

You deserve it man. Been following you for many years and you never disappoint.

[@VanAnon51]

@@cobuspotgieter your happiness when you play is infectious. It makes me smile every time to see you filled with such joy to play. I’ve been a fan and “student” of yours for over 11 years. I’ve learned a lot from you. Thank you for so many incredible videos (including some originals) all these years. ✝️👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@RunZackRun]

Definitely

[@user-cb7jq6rv1j]

💯

[@AnkanRouth]

DAMMNNN WHEN HE PULLED OUT THOSE BLACK STICKS... MAN IT HIT HARD

[@schlorghfal5554]

Yo why tf am I only seeing this now?? There was seriously a teardrop in my eye when you put those armbands on my dude. Been watching you since 2009 and have followed you ever since. Even started learning how to play drums at the time, and am now teaching my goddaughter the basics. All thanks to you Cobus!!

[@kabayan1094]

Legend....🔥🔥🔥 Pertama kali nonton drum cover di KZbin cobus sekitar tahun 2009, dan masih yang terbaik 🔥🔥🔥 🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩❤️❤️❤️

[@rendi-vb4xh]

samaan kalo gitu kita

[@pfprofanatik5820]

Gw waktu smp dulu

[@weryafriyensis1480]

Sama.. waktu itu aku kls 3 SMA .. tapi disni dia beda ya, makin ganteng😁😁

[@kevind7873]

This definitely holds a special place in my heart. Your original Afterlife cover was one of the first videos of yours I had watched and it got me hooked. Years later and you're still rocking out!!!

[@ratnoherutriwibowo432]

At first. I watched your video covering umbrella when i was 16. And after that, i began to learn drums until now. I feel the joy and superb when i play the drum. That because of you Cobus! You are my inspiration!

[@cobuspotgieter]

What an awesome thing to hear! Thank you and happy drumming brother!

[@ratnoherutriwibowo432]

@@cobuspotgieter Thanks Cobus.. i hope the best for your wealthy brother

[@JohnnySyncs]

Man, this gives me nostalgic feeling. In my highschool days I always watch your videos in the computer hubs to copy(learnt) your approach per cover. I remember using some of your groves in "Let's get it started" cover in one of the Battle of the bands my band joined. Thanks for being an influence for my drumming. 🙏🤘

[@kyle_9855]

This bring back so many memories at the same time, kinda makes me feel old. Given I listened to the original cover when it first came out. Glad to see you still doing great covers after all this years. You’ve inspired me and countless others to embrace the world of drumming.

[@luizarthurbrito]

The snare sound is heavenly. Very well mixed.

[@nicholi2789]

Only a true fan would remember when you released this cover 12 years ago… I sure as heck do. What a progression!

[@mrmanumaldo]

Oh man, that was straight through the heart. So many memories from back then. Thank you Cobus

[@MrPeacenotwar09]

Great to see this gem! I remember going nuts about your covers around 2007. Seeing you continuously work through these years has made me happy. And oh, since the time being, I found myself playing in a band. Thanks for this great stuff, man!

[@itsgummyybear]

This brings back Cobus memories. Cheers brother. Glad you’re still crafting your art.

[@LukeDatema]

YES! The original cover of this is what got me into playing drums. Thank you so much!

[@juniorpimentel9038]

1:41 *Finalmente alguém que fez essa quebrada igual como REALMENTE é, só no pedal duplo!* 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@vojtechledvina2281]

You sir are a legend. No joke, Jimmy Sullivan and Joey Jordison were the two drummers who got me interested in drumming, but your cover of this exact song was what pushed me over the edge to the point where I decided to start playing myself all those years ago. I'm proud to say you've been one of my biggest inspirations, and you still are to this day. The recent news of Joey passing threw me into a tailspin, realizing that two of the three people I admire the most in this regard are gone now, but this video, revisiting the song, brought me some genuine joy. Great job, thank you Cobus for everything you've done for the whole community. ♥

[@VanAnon51]

This cover is amazing, and I had a huge smile when you put on the old white wrist bands. That was so flippin nostalgic. Brilliant. God bless you Cobus. Thank you for so many incredible videos all these years. I’ve been a huge fan and “student” of yours since around the time you first posted your original cover of this song. ✝️🤘🏻😆🤘🏻

[@AGlimpseInside]

Question for all the Cobus fans… What cover brought you to his channel, I’ll go first. Owl City fire flies. I think nine years ago or so if I’m not mistaken. I saw this cover and was blown away!! Great after life performance. Really enjoyed this one as well

[@cobuspotgieter]

It was Tik Tok for me 🤷🏻‍♂️ (9 years?! Thanks for being here!)

[@dav8388]

For me it was this one. Well the one 12 years ago.

[@sherimoi]

Let's Get It Started by BEP. it was a rabbit hole from there. 😂

[@_dgdrums_]

For me it was Feeling This by Blink182 - 14(!) years ago...Man, I feel old now 😅

[@pablocrnpc]

Face down 13 years ago

[@josiahderrickdecastro4836]

Cobus!!! Your videos is a definition for a time machine for me. As being a big fan of your work, from the days that you have the table under the table under the table setup behind, I was mindblown back then and now you're still able to upgrade the quality of your work up to this day. Man, I'm 24 right now and I'm so thankful being able to watch you grow and kinda sad about myself reminiscing how good life was for me back then and I wasn't able to capitalize it. God bless you always man. Please keep on doing content for the fans like us. Much love, Josiah.

[@devinhamilton9982]

I had a random memory of your original cover, decided to search it up to rewatch it from all those years ago and I FOUND THIS! Thank you!

[@amiradrummer]

Awesome Drum Cover Brother Cobus! Love it!

[@cobuspotgieter]

Thank you so much!

[@bergermiesterz]

Started putting the wrist bands on and I thought there’s no way there’s enough time in that break to get them on hahaha love this cover, love the original. It was the first cover I watched of yours. A big reason I decided to start teaching myself drums and I’ll tell that to anyone who listens. This brings me back. Awesome cover man and thanks for everything you’ve done for drummers throughout your career.

[@felipefortunato9524]

Own! Hahaa!... Aposto q mtos esperavam esse drum cover novamente! Parabéns pelo esforço de todos esses anos cobus!... Tenho certeza q vc inspirou mtos bateristas pelo seu bom trabalho e dedicação!...

[@arturofrijolhernandez7819]

Always I love your Drum covers! 🥁🤘🏻rock on!!

[@shimmenator]

Bro, I don't usually leave comments on videos but with this I feel like I have to. It's MAD to have seen you progress! I think it was either this or Bat Country that got me into your vids as I'm a massive A7X fan and I've never looked back. You were and still are one of the biggest influences on my drumming to this day. If I'm not dropping a stank face, I know I'm not doing it right! Seeing you progress from that church hall, to backing the project that ended up as Ventura Lights, to being able to chat to you on hangouts for a bit, to you playing with Busted... It's a crazy ride and for some reason feel proud of you! Keep doing what you're doing brother, we all love watching, peace ✌️🤘

[@rickw1905]

You always make my day when I see you have a new video posted. And it’s been that way for over ten years I’ve been watching your videos. I’m a 57 year old man…and my eyes tear up seeing your emotion and energy in every video. In these difficult days you make my day better every time I see you’ve posted a new video! Thank you so much!

[@cobuspotgieter]

Rick, thank you very much for posting this! This made my day.

[@poiXquared]

I can't believe it's been 12 years. I actually downloaded your first cover of Afterlife and converted it to mp3 and always rocked out to it while commuting. that build up and pause always brought a smile to my face.

[@johnjurgeleit5425]

SOOOO COOOOL. Love the stick tricks Loved it the first time you covered this and love it again!!!

[@timg0222]

What kind of non-appreciating music, drumming, A7V person can give this video a thumbs down? Cobus is one of the best drummers (COVER AND ORIGINAL MATERIAL) that I've heard EVER. I've been listening for several years. I even have a set of signed sticks that he gave away about 9 years ago and I keep them prestine because I'm not worthy of playing drums with them!

[@joaofellipe7]

OMG! WHAT A BIRHTDAY GIFT 😍 THANK YOU MR. COBUS ♥️🙏🏼👊🏼

[@migueldieppa5828]

Arrechisimo!!!! Buenísimo Cobus!!!!!!

[@sheep910]

This cover was one of the biggest reasons for me to start playing drums. 10 years on, it's nice to see you revisit this classic 🥰

[@SteveSuarez]

💯 Great playing man! When the wrist bands came on it really took me back to your early days!

[@pataudi8025]

It is now I broke down the most! What a passage of time man! Quick yet slow. I just have to say, Thank You so much for being here Cobus. You inspired me then, you inspire me now and always. Huge fan.

[@cobuspotgieter]

Quick yet slow.. that's life, for sure. Thanks for being here!

[@pataudi8025]

@@cobuspotgieter Indeed! I must really thank you again man for being such an inspiration on my drumming and also on my life!

[@catchicken5235]

Been watching you playing since 2010, i adore your drumming style so much. Thank you for covering this song Cobus. Keep on going mate.

[@yuriaires6720]

Ver esse "Remake" foi nostálgico! Te acho um excelente baterista e sempre tive você como inspiração. Até hoje tocando super bem e me impressionando!

[@markdavis101]

Been here since the overhead camera days and the +44 covers and all the ones before and after! You inspired me to become a better drummer. You're an incredible talent and have probably inspired many many more. We all love you ♥️ never stop doing you!

[@cobuspotgieter]

What an awesome comment. Thank you so much for sending this man!

[@Finduh]

SUCH GOOSEBUMPS AT 4:55 THIS WAS AMAZING COBUS

[@luluthedrummer]

ikr

[@chrisslaughter-mudsliide7050]

You've outdone yourself Cobus! This is AMAZING, so well done, hugeeeee respect sir. The flair, showmanship and just solid playing all come together and it's fantastic. You've become an amazing drummer and it's been awesome to see your journey over the years (I've been here since the beginning). Also, RIP Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan.

[@drummerjuans]

I remember watching the cover for the first time years back! Such a nostalgic moment this… 🙌🏼

[@frustatedguy6068]

Feels special and hard working

[@mrn9890]

Its an absolute pleasure watching this guy play

[@cobuspotgieter]

This guy appreciates that 🤘🏼❤️

[@AaronJorel]

Awesome job dude. Love the fills you add to the song, brings out a lot of your own style

[@chriskoo4166]

i remember watching the old version when I was 15... it was the reason why i picked up the drums - really amazing to see a 2021 comeback from Cobus

[@SidharthPriyadarsh]

The production of this M V Is Just awesome 👏🏻 🎧😍

[@dr.strange2408]

Hell yeah !!!🔥🔥🔥😎

[@charlesalfonso7657]

now this is what I like about how Cobus played the drum, everytime he cover someone else songs, he always add his own beat to it. and the way he put the beat is smooth & the Groove just gaves me goosebump. been a big fan of this guy since I was Junior High School God bless u Cobus.. keep beatin those drums 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@holidaestyles]

Cobus I'm rocking wit you 14 yrsss!! Since those +44 covers. Got my first laptop back then. Fuckk man where has the time gone. Still slayin as always

[@paulG1120]

Holy cow, a remake of one of your most iconic covers! The bell ding at the end of the drum fill was always my favorite '*chef's kiss* E: Yesssss, 1:40 - absolutely incredible

[@eastonotsae]

at 4:55 I had so much anxiety cause I thought he wasnt gonna make it back in time😂

[@dylanclancy6662]

Wow my first introduction to Cobus was Afterlife and i fell in love, and now many years later i got back into Avenge Sevenfold and wanted to listen to Cobus cover of the song and to find out hes done a more recent cover makes me so happy, Hes bloody amazing.

[@void7333]

Watching this felt nostalgic. You've been the reason why i pursued playing drums and you made my childhood awesome through your vids.. I can't stress out how happy I am seeing your new uploads.. More power to you man!

[@tehcupuk007]

Memories :,)

[@cobuspotgieter]

Same ❤️ Thanks for being here!

[@jesusbs9780]

4:20 DAMN!! 🤘 Well done Cobus!👏5:00

[@ApparitionFVT]

WHAT THE FLIP!!!! COBUS!!!!!! Your first cover of this was when I subscribed and this brought tears to my eyes seeing you come full circle with an updated cover. Love you bro, thank you so much for all the years of amazing music ❤️❤️❤️❤️ Here’s to many more!

[@inkorea1390]

Amazing as always! 💪🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@deedeeka]

Ada saja pukulan yang tak terduga

[@do..]

Seperti itu

[@tafthazzaniyuristomo4317]

benul

[@ws-vc7sx]

Mamang cobus gitu lo

[@melo-drama8062]

ah masa

[@IrfanR]

Mantap kali ya variasinya

[@hutaomainkai]

Waiting for "Save me" or "Beast and the harlot" drum cover.

[@bodycount7260]

Awsome job as always !

[@MrCharlie066]

This came at the perfect time. I’m rediscovering what is truly my favourite kind of music. Well done sir.

[@muanawmasailo4823]

i never thought that two simple Sweatbands would make me feel like crying 😀😭.

[@SidharthPriyadarsh]

That double stroke become frustrating after a while 😅

[@patrickfrisnes1981]

Its a real pleasure watching your drum videos, keep on drumming Cobus 🤘

[@johnaiello6426]

That was absolutely amazing. You are truly an inspiration

[@danielsutrisnoyt9862]

2:11 nice singles. Cobus once said when he had a drum battle with cooper drummer that he has very bad singles but i think that's a lie lol cuz i've watched so many of cobus's drum cover and he can play singles so well at higher tempo!

[@cobuspotgieter]

I've been working on my singles since the battle! I usually suck at straight 16th notes.. but I don't want to let Cooperdrummer down 😂🤘🏼

[@danielsutrisnoyt9862]

@@cobuspotgieter Wow still can't believe u replied 😂 anyway i saw ur drum cover of critical acclaim and u nailed that double kick parts with singles and doubles dude very amazing🔥

[@allendylan6851]

I thought Luis Suarez is still playing football

[@donantiskandar6935]

He is preparing his pension time as a drummer 😂

[@sharpayyevanss]

😂😂

[@akbar_multimedia]

😂😂😂

[@MartinDLC16]

Everything about this video is amazing. The small details of really show how truly amazing Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan was as a player and songwriter, and the way that you play this so smooth is just incredible. Awesome all around, man. 🤘

[@Clockworrk66]

This drum sound and mix will never get old

[@dailylifewithgema]

I LOVE THIS MAN SO MUCH. Brought me back memories on the first cover he did of this song. 😫 Still killing it till this day!!!! He’s the best, hands 🙌🏻 down

[@mrfreedom3936]

Corbus love the new version great to see you making new vids keep rocking my friend

[@ProfessionalMethCooker69]

amazing! Your older video was the reason I played drums, My mom would play your cover whenever I was watching watching drum covers, and it amazed me. Thank you.

[@QuintoV_]

I started drumming and loving and feeling music as something more personal thanks to your videos, Cobus. I will be always thankful for that. The moment you put the sweatbands on I felt like a teenager, a moment of love and nostalgia. You are unique, we are lucky to have you with us! Thanks again, Cobus.

[@DiversityKev]

12 years later and still shocked and awe!! Amazing cover brother!!

[@andrewpark2344]

what a nostalgia trip. I remember watching your original 12 years ago and now seeing this is throwing me back haha. Miss the old days!

[@netoc1909]

Vi seu vídeo há 10 anos e aqui estou de novo. A qualidade só aumenta.

[@shadowreaperjd6645]

DUDE!!! THE SWEAT BANDS CAME OUT AND I GOT CHILLS!!!! I HAVE BEEN FOLLOWING YOU FOR YEARS AND CANT COUNT THE HOURS I HAVE SPENT WATCHING YOU PLAY DRUMS!!! KILLED IT AGAIN BRO!!!!

[@user-wf1dp2yi8k]

Omg…so much nostalgia hit me when you put on the wrist wraps I literally yelled out loud OMG THE WRIST WRAPS…wow I can’t believe how much time has gone by…you were my absolute favorite drummer on KZbin and inspired me heavily, I found you through avenged sevenfold this has just been awesome love you ❤️

[@traelyfe]

Cobus you are by far one of the best drummers out. Been watching your videos for a few years now. And you are what made me get by a kit again and start playing. Thank you for everything you do on here. And by far one of your best. #kingofthesinglepedal I don’t know how you do it.

[@francoprincipe5995]

Love it!! Really dig your drumming!

[@lukmanazt5980]

From my deep heart, thank you cob.

[@philiplauzon1743]

Crazy performance!! Just amazing energy, well done Cobus. Rev is proud 🤘😎 RIP Rev

[@ryanswain8232]

Cobus your original cover of this is one of my most viewed videos of all time. Thank you man.

[@traviswyrick5878]

Been watchin ur stuff since i was 16, im 29 now. One of the most entertaining drummers ive ever watched. Always loved how u put ur little twist on the actual song. 👏🏻

[@azoaralte981]

This is what ive been waiting for 😭🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@bobgurung6844]

The energy is still here even after watching you after so long. Keep up the great work!

[@RedTheRaptor]

I remember being 13, just starting with drumming and wanting to get on the level of people like Jimmy, Mike, Joey and of course, you. After years of maturing I realised that there is no level, everyone has their style, so thank you for being a part of my musical maturity!

[@nematodaplik2647]

You are the best cobus..love this heat

[@jonathantattersall9952]

I remember watching this video back then and being amazed and did not think you could improve much on it but I was amazed yet again, amazing drummer!