Cobus - Backstreet Boys - Larger Than Life (Drum Cover)

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This video was filmed, edited, engineered, mixed, mastered, and produced in its entirety by Cobus Potgieter.
This video was shot 100% GoPro,
with Hero 3+ cameras, in 1080p at 60fps.
Recorded and mixed using Cubase 9.5
Edited with VEGAS Pro 15: www.vegascreativesoftware.com/...
Filmed and recorded in Los Angeles, California, USA.
NO drum replacement was done in this mix, this is a 100% acoustically recorded and mixed track: absolutely no supplementation, layering, or triggering was done.
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[@eppsthepoet]

This cover is larger than life!

[@Drumistry]

yeah!

[@JGC1]

I'd say it's longer than life...

[@wolfbassgames1244]

Eppic I'll say!

[@BrandonTownsend]

Lol.

[@Anaximander29A]

Rodrigo Orestes So Avenged Sevenfold etc. isn't pop? ^^

[@MS-pw8yu]

Only Cobus can cover a band and song I don't care for and make me listen over and over. This man is incredible!

[@ColeRolland]

CRUSHING IT!!

[@spencermarr9659]

This video is less than 6 mins but still took me 15 mins to watch because every 30 seconds I'd rewind the video and go "wait a minute what the hell did he do there?!?"

[@zachmustachio340]

Lol. Same bro

[@michelledasilvaandrade2317]

@@zachmustachio340 sdfcvggggvv

[@rizaldino]

Youre not alone... 😆

[@lyonsworldofdrumming]

Best comment ever, and I’m sure I speak for thousands of people when I say “yep, me too!”

[@allantalley9669]

Same bro , I have literally watched this video on repeat for hours

[@AlejoSunShine1111]

You have timing, creativity, showmanship, production, fluid fills, flawless playing, excellent footwork along with recording and mixing levels that are spot on.

[@asabaewuaoi5380]

I've been following you since i was in high school. You are my inspiration and in my opinion, you are the best drummer when it comes to drum cover. (Thumbs up) C-reative O-riginal B-rilliant U-nique S-uperb That is Cobus!!!! Laus Deo Semper

[@MrCayuga]

Your musicallity is through the roof man. My "go to" drummer when I wanna show people what "musical AND technical playing" is.

[@soldadofumado6196]

Watch Delta Empire too... he is a freaking GOD too.

[@Alleykattt]

I never get tired of watching this performance. Keep putting covers like this.

[@LarryOteyza]

Omg that fill towards the 3:12 marker was just insane!! That drum fill was just mind blowing!! Go Cobus!! 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@cheuk9453]

:) Hey, just want to share. I just figured out that most part of the sticking of it is similar to that of Peanut Butter Jelly Time

[@medicfrost465]

that isnt hard...i randomly was practicing some fills and during that practice i learn that same fill...it consumes alot of energy and oxygen because of the rate and tempo u gotto follow...just cymbals, toms and snares with the kick for a bit...its not hard try it

[@epiczeven6378]

I would go to a Backstreet Boys concert if Cobus was the drummer :D!

[@milesmcgaffin]

EpicZEVEN I would go to any concert if cobus was the drummer!

[@epiczeven6378]

2:40 Even tho I´m a grown ass man, I would be clapping along like a fangirl

[@GuilhermeBoaviagem]

Hahaha the same! Man, so many moments in this video would receive from a standing ovation!

[@cedricm68]

That's a good idea

[@Blanno]

You just said dude... I would go 100% Backstreet boys concert If Cobus were the drummer...

[@megaFAUCET]

I love how smooth, clean, and effortless he's gotten over the years. If you go back and watch, like the Nexus Series, and then watch these recent videos, he's still always been a phenomenal drummer but like all musician over time he's just gotten even more precise and controlled. It's really cool to see an artist's progression when they were already incredible years ago

[@bhl9119]

The fill at 3:10 is my favorite fill of all time. Yes, I'm still watching in 2022. 🤘

[@MrJaybon]

feel that baby 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@mariella_779]

I aggree! ❤🤘🏻

[@Aenkor1982]

🎉🎉🎉

[@CobraKyle]

Dang dude. This was incredible. I could watch this 100,000 times and find something new and exciting each time.

[@wolfbassgames1244]

Cobra Kyle Same here dude! The intro caught me immediately!

[@skyguy1313]

He's a KZbin treasure. He's not just covering the songs. It's a full on performance every time and you can just see his passion and happiness for his craft every single video. That's why even though it's a mystery half the time when you may get a new upload, you grow to appreciate each and every work of art more and more.

[@mightymorphingpo]

@@skyguy1313backstreet boys DNA live in concert Encore larger than life

[@Wasperoo]

3:11 Wow. To be able to play that fill 3 minutes into the song, with such precision and over 8 bars.... You have such incredible talent Cobus. From one drummer to another, it's a joy to watch you play!

[@ShallBePurified]

1:06 This whole sequence is just mind blowing.

[@bennysitorus5139]

Bandok kalikau

[@Blueman-vc9ui]

I've watched it about ten times now

[@AlyssonMogno]

@@Blueman-vc9ui same

[@Atleast3characterz]

It looked like he was doing 123 123 from the drums to the kicks for that cool fill not sure though

[@lisafalero403]

Wow. That backstreet boys seriously need add you to their band that plays live at their concerts. You did this song justice. Please do more of their songs!!!! Loved this.

[@AarawnN]

Will I lie saying it is probably his best cover when it comes to show, skill, licks, feeling and making this song such an awesome piece of music!

[@RevanXIII]

one thing that makes watching Cobus great is that you can really see him enjoying himself in what he does.

[@forsakenX]

This is my favorite of all his covers. Those fills are so incredible and it's not affecting the original rhythm of the song. Thumbs up to this guy!

[@enrockmac]

This song is a classic. Even after listening to this video after 3 years, I'm stoked.

[@CymbALcase]

You're such an inspiration. Seriously. Whenever I'm feeling frustrated or down about my playing, I just watch one of your videos and I'm instantly in a better mood!

[@jutzinho3818]

When something cold touches your neck 0:50 Great cover!

[@Bobov1]

The pure joy in his face when playing is what does it for me.

[@csillavamossy5051]

That is insane!!! The moves and the pure joy on your face! Can't stop watching! ❤😮❤

[@zyrxeonkagero]

been loving cobus ever since i watched his cover of salvation is here on 2012. still loving his covers to this day

[@ichigomgx]

Wow, thought I was the only one.

[@4bassy]

2:20 that is insane man! Keep up this amazing work. Love it👌🏼🙌🏼

[@bennysaust6785]

Yes, definitely my favorite part as well! Whole cover was incredibly tight though.

[@disturbedpyro4511]

That double stick flip at 1:10 was freaking epic. Awesome cover.

[@randal_gibbons]

I needed a quick cheer up. This one always brings a smile to my face.

[@JMG-ql8ds]

Awesome job Cobus! Slick stick grab at 1:10, and hardcore drummer grimace at 1:53! I dig the rolls - you kept those so tight!

[@wesnopashulet6922]

more like Walter Jr. from Breaking Bad lol

[@theAbaddon_]

3:11 jeeeez that's nuts my dude.

[@marekeos]

Fantastic. Not only is the playing superb, the views are spot on. An overhead view of a drummer is a MUST.

[@johnken9747]

this is one of my fave bsb song and cobus did an awesome job..love it!!

[@Jason_Drums_]

Absolutely brilliant drumming, perfect 👌

[@marekwb]

This is nothing short of brilliant, love your energy! Keep it up and keep them coming, I really enjoy watching your covers 👍

[@hunterrogersmusic]

Nothing better than drum covers of like... anything, adding that extra OOMF

[@benothomson7235]

Your facial impression on every single hit.......it's priceless!!!! 🔥🤌🏻

[@mtntreker4284]

Sounds so much better than the original. You give it so much more momentum and excitement. Good job.

[@danilomayoyajr3150]

i like the way he plays the drums.. he's enjoying it

[@casimirodasilvasantoshe-hi5797]

Pure energy, pure passion and pure enjoy! I am energized! Nothing can beat me!

[@Onefootbare82]

those single pedal doubles....are insane!

[@philjamesdrumming]

Such a brilliant cover. God knows how many times I’ve watched this haha!! Awesome stuff mate 🤘

[@yankee12312]

Damn you Cobus for making me enjoy listening to Backstreet Boys

[@bendyamin86]

BSBs for lyf!

[@josephaconm]

You´re a freaking beast bro, this is just the most technically precise drumming I´ve seen in my life, what a great feeling watching you play, wow!

[@user-ll7qk8ys6t]

I come back to this video every now and then, this guys awesome

[@damiandaly8552]

This guy is a freak...... best I have ever seen.... amazing...

[@MrAnTiTaLeNt]

I watched the original music video by Back Street Boys and came to the conclusion, that they provide an excellent background for your drumming.

[@soldadofumado6196]

Lol.. nice one.

[@MrAnTiTaLeNt]

@@soldadofumado6196 thanks

[@AngelaSealana]

Y'all should have seen my face change into further levels of shock and awe as the video progressed. Congratulations on your extraordinary talent!!

[@muhammadimran-qw6vl]

Marvellous performance

[@merichel.swan92]

He looks like he’s having the time of his life. I like it. New subscriber!

[@julianchestersomera3774]

3:10 The most cleanest fill I've ever seen in my whole fckin life. Nice Cobus!

[@tbcreative562]

I remember watching your videos like over a decade ago and you deadset inspired 11 year old me to start playing drums. So your videos hold a special place in my heart lol. So cool to see you're still killing and you've improved so much since the early days. You we're obviously still an animal back then but you're groove is far stronger now. Keep up the awesome work man.

[@davebander9730]

This is insane. The fills and the foot work is at the highest level. Alien like. To good.

[@ThiagoRamos5]

Olhem a alegria desse cara ao tocar! Que chocante. Música move o mundo.

[@MrGaryscott1983]

Is it wrong that I want this song to play on repeat and never end dude you are an amazing drummer people will say that a Drummer is not a musician but rather a timekeeper for the musicians I beg to differ the energy you bring to the table or in this case the drums is nothing short of amazing keep Jamming and you have another subscriber

[@Blue-Mo0n]

A timekeeper is of great importance and sounds so cool, I would personally take it as a compliment. I do agree that drums bring great energy to any music.

[@johnnythornton5572]

Still can’t get over this cover after all this time. So good!

[@VanAnon51]

I can not help but smile watchin you play man.

[@charlieoc6219]

I went to see the Backstreetboys Live back in February this year, and when they played this song I only imagined you playing the drums the way you did in this video \m/

[@DiegoPujolT]

Now I noticed how good AJ and Brian actually were as vocalists... Great video!

[@kairukento]

The humilty of a successful youtuber without saying "like, share and subscribe" good job Cobus!!

[@Sticks017]

I love that you covered this song! I used to mess around playing drums to this song when i was a little kid.

[@bfazolato]

Aquele momento que o cover fica melhor que o original! Come to Brazil cobus. Congrats

[@bagazdr3383]

I've watching ur video since bat country cover! Very Amazing!

[@bangpardi1]

Awesome. Thank you for covering one of my favorite songs

[@mcdrumlessons]

I love how you’re totally fully giving yourself all the way through! Great performance!

[@hnafiem]

SICK!!!!!! NICE COVER BRO!!!

[@METALCRYSISCORE]

Awesome! I love backstreet boys :"3

[@harmonicsdetroit]

Dude, started watching your stuff ten years ago (The Great Escape video) and then lost it in the life shuffle for quite a while. Just picked back up today and I'm glad to see you're killin' it! Ultimate precision and some serious style.

[@MannyPedregon]

Awesome work Cobus ! Love it brother !

[@MegaYoyo911]

2:20 WHAT EVEN?! 😍🤩

[@omarcortes5754]

Cobus notificaction. I never closed brazzers fo fast.

[@AlejoSunShine1111]

omar cortes lmaooooooooooo!!!!!!!!

[@DanielGallagher26]

*And I Xviiiiiid*

[@matthewsonnega7171]

LMAO!!!

[@Superunknown190]

TMI, Batman.

[@Sam-mi2fh]

This whole video is just absolute perfection, and this intro..😍🔥 probably one of the best drum-intros ever and fits so good to the song! masterclass!

[@moonlightcosmos]

Happy to see a cover from you again Cobus! This was on repeat on my way to work. Amazing job!

[@BFMVrocks34]

Hell yeah Cobus! Best drummer on KZbin, always

[@sagespaceghost2413]

My favorite thing about cobus is how happy he looks drumming

[@clarion8346]

Backstreet boys + cobus. I am so happy for this. Thank you Cobus. I grew up with BSB. And you are my absolute favorite. Can't hold back the emotion. Lots of love from India. You killed it man!

[@vikalpdixit1072]

I love you,you make me energetic whenever I feel depressed, thanks a lot. God Bless You 😘

[@ronpeters9375]

Awesome performance ! Would like to see you do more “stick tricks” . Keep up the great work !!

[@soup_.69]

You’re plum out of luck buddy

[@EmergingWorshippers]

The Living Legend 😘

[@victorandresgarcia9246]

I came back to your videos and I still love every second of them! inspiration for life

[@fluffizilla]

Every few months, I also come back to this. Such a good cover!

[@littledrummaboi20]

Sooo much joy in this dude! Looove that fill at 3:10 and the subsequent grin at 3:19, awesome awesome stuff!

[@khaipuhaokip8462]

NICE. MAN

[@khaipuhaokip8462]

GOOD JOB

[@khaipuhaokip8462]

GOOD JOB

[@khaipuhaokip8462]

x

[@pet3841]

Incrivel Cobus! Muito fera!

[@ThePrudence23]

Cobus just killin it as always

[@mistymonty2234]

WHY OH WHY cant I like this video more than once. Not just like - love, Every time I watch is Pure Joy!

[@HapsTube]

Didn't know Alvaro Morata was so good at drums. (Great job as always Cobus, big up from your very looong time fan from Italy)

[@wanteinamdkhar3302]

I thought i was the only one😂

[@LukeDatema]

Yes!! So much energy. Love this! The fill at 3:11 was sick!

[@dimitrismits213]

actually great song. really great drum cover as well. so much fun

[@reginaphalange3740]

1:08 to 1:13 was amazing! I mean the whole video is incredible, but the timing and beat of those 5 seconds were impressive!

[@MarideGallagher]

Haha when he says "i've got a question for you" my first thought was "am i original?" 🤣

[@tjrudy5708]

who else is just happy he is behind the kit making videos again?

[@cristopheraugust]

This was awesome. There needs to be more of this

[@kittykatmt]

This song was already larger than life. Your touch makes it even better!!!

[@kirillmizko]

kittykatmt Hi) The dude is very cool on the drums :) I also record the cover :) Come to me on the channel)) If you like it, then what I'm doing, sign)) I'll be very glad to see you))))

[@edsonfreitas6715]

Top! 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷 Backstrett boys, perfect!

[@9064tania]

I may run and hide When you're screamin' my name, alright But let me tell you now There are prices to fame, alright All of our time spent in flashes of light All you people can't you see, can't you see How your love's affecting our reality Every time we're down You can make it right And that makes you larger than life Looking at the crowd And I see your body sway, c'mon Wishin' I could thank you in a different way, c'mon 'Cause all of your time spent keeps us alive All you people can't you see, can't you see How your love's affecting our reality Every time we're down You can make it right And that makes you larger than life All of your time spent keeps us alive All you people can't you see, can't you see How your love's affecting our reality Every time we're down You can make it right And that makes you larger than life Yeah, every time we're down Yeah, you can make it right Yeah, and that's what makes you larger than life All you people can't you see, can't you see How your love's affecting our reality Every time we're down You can make it right And that makes you larger That makes you larger That makes you larger than life

[@soldadofumado6196]

Brilliant lyrics. It's really touching to see an artist or a group creating a song that shows wonderfully in the lyrics how thankful they are to their fans. Who wrote it? Do you know if it was backstreet boys themselves that wrote it, or someone wrote it for them?

[@anthonylabarca9114]

I’m speechless. How do you move your hands soo fast around the kit!? And how to you even stop cymbal ring like that!? Great cover! Great job. You inspired me to make drum covers. Thanks Cobus.

[@cronaldoruben]

Maaaan!! PLEASE PUT THIS GIFT OF LORD IN SPOTIFY!!! I NEED YOU IN MY PLAYLIST

[@davidmichael4173]

I believe he just made Backstreet Boys relevant again lol. Killer drumming.

[@TheKays]

Awesomee :)

[@drewmerz2550]

This video needs waaaaayyyyy more views. GOLD