Dave Weckl "Steroids" Drum Solo

Drummer Dave Weckl performs a full drum solo with the Oz Noy Trio in May, 2017. Features Dave Weckl (drums), Oz Noy (guitar), and Jimmy Haslip (bass). The solo is part of a full lesson in the Dave Weckl Online School. The school provides more than 12 hours of HD video lessons plus play alongs and more. Learn more: daveweckl.teachable.com

[@andersanderson11]

That left hand is magic.

[@philkoolemagic]

It certainly is!

[@budda777pl]

Island magic.

[@danielmconnolly7]

It sure is.

[@danielmconnolly7]

his technique is amazing~🤤

[@danielmconnolly7]

@@budda777pl Killer dynamics.. 🙄

[@StevenMartinOfficial]

Who here thinks Dave is still one of the greatest drummers in 2020?

[@laurentlanglois3309]

@@bestdrummer4607 i have see him in Paris.. Infinite musicality playing incredible !!!!

[@jeraldcuccurullo2497]

I certainly do...Hes been Amazing since the early 80s and is always getting even better if that's even imaginable!!!That's a Rap. ♩🎶🎵🎹🌏😎

[@petethescalemodeller6130]

Love daves playing always have .. :)

[@mattgag4214]

So many amazing drummers. But that one is just not human

[@papahansel3136]

there is no way this Giant isn't relevant FOREVER !

[@tasdau]

Give this man an honorary degree in fluid dynamics.

[@ralphhumphrey445]

Without breaking a sweat, Dave shows us how really good technique, combined with really good rhythmic and phrasing ideas, including dynamics, can allow for this kind of drumming. it's a superb demonstration of the hard work it takes to get to this kind of level of ability. Thanks Dave for the lesson and the music.

[@rtanidean4931]

Yep. 100%. TY. Wisdom

[@lincolncross6355]

Spoken by a great drummer himself... thank you for your contributions as well. Perfectly said btw❤️👍🏼

[@Morganasnotarobot0]

Dynamics Cool Ace!

[@Astral-Projector2389]

Agree and Ralph, you sir are a legend.

[@Anglo_Saxon1]

RIP sir.😔

[@markfeather8145]

Without question, one of the greatest players of all time!!

[@alonzodavila6233]

I concur 1000%👍

[@BLUEPLANETJAZZ]

Me: Wish I could get my drums to sound like that. Drums: Wish I could get my drummer to sound like that.

[@alweenrvain2358]

BLUEPLANETJAZZ Lmao that's exactly right bro. My drums would say the same!!!

[@wphh7272]

That is so effing great LMAO!

[@ladistar]

HAHAHAHAH damn so true lmao

[@davidjeffrey5902]

This is the truest comment I’ve ever seen on youtube

[@stihlextreme9357]

Don’t beat yourself up bud! X Keep playing so long as you’re enjoying it! 👊🏻😎

[@adamthomas1246]

I have studied so many drummers...but this guy...… He is beyond human...its like an anointing or something.

[@jeffreya.broadhurst4692]

I think Dave Weckl is probably the Greatest Drummer of ALL (in Western Culture at least)! He’s taken all the greatest things from all the great Drummers that have come before him and has brought Drumming to a whole new level!! Thanks Dave!

[@Kingding6]

Consistently incredible. One of the best players of all time.

[@doubleburgerwithcheese9549]

Hands down. One of my early influences

[@daleporter9162]

My favorite...he’s incredible

[@413xdrum]

Yes!!!

[@dmbassa]

Yes. Just yes.

[@ricardinhobatera87]

For sure! The drums can sing through his hands!

[@jordiruiz4323]

Dave Weckl, the drummer you never tire of listening to, watching and enjoying.

[@Branhawk]

Yeah this is just great. He’s just chillin.

[@garyhope2]

I couldn't stop listening to this. I think a lot of , if not most drum solos are not interesting if not boring. Weckl is very subtle, surprising, always interesting and surprising. Not to mention amazing technique. I think he's the best drummer in the world.

[@clunkychina]

I saw him over 20 years ago sitting in with Spokane Falls Community College Orchestra. I’ll never forget that night!! What an amazing talent!!

[@StraightNoChaser86]

So many ideas, so much flow. I love listening to him.

[@aslanjudah33]

He is a humble person, I enjoy his transparency & honest advice to drummers. I met him several yrs. ago at a drum clinic. He never disappoints, I might exaggerate but I think Senri Kawaguchi might take the baton or torch the day Dave retires. Just my opinion considering there's more great drummers out there.

[@sppl]

The best alive right now. Who's better?

[@ampedpcr]

Dave has been a drumming hero for over 25 years. He's as good as they get. Period.

[@EIStudent]

He's a freaking stick control maestro! THEN he has the audacity to be musical on top of that! Ridiculously amazing!

[@kevinvanrensburg2468]

He's incredible, in my humble opinion..the best drummer on the planet!

[@crk140]

Would not argue that

[@nicklangmusic]

This is seriously one of my favorite drum solos ever. Weckl is aging like the finest of wines: incredible tone, incredible facility, incredible ideas and musicality.

[@TheArtofGuitar]

I bought a double VHS Dave Weckl instructional when I was only a year into drumming. I'm still trying to nail the first groove 30 years later. hehe.

[@MadMan-7978]

I feel it man

[@soujrnr]

DW is a BEAST, for sure! I started listening to him probably 20+ years ago and never cease to be amazed. Also check out Omar Hakim!! Watching his play is like watching a glass of water play. He is so absolutely fluid!! A true inspiration!!

[@basicanton]

I have the same pb with a Terry Bozzio VHS lol

[@Muldoon111]

Hahaha! Classic.

[@christophmeirich5928]

Don't worry! Don't compare yourself to the godfather of drums. Greetings from germany Christoph 👍 👍 👍 👍 👍

[@markwilliam6745]

Hey Dave. I just wanted to say that you're my hero. I've heard you say in interviews before that you wouldn't be playing the drums if it weren't for Buddy Rich. Well Dave, you're my Buddy Rich.

[@coreybondurant]

Amen, Mark!

[@dianemileson6142]

I love this comment!

[@overdsizedsalmon4543]

Honestly same

[@andersanderson11]

He plays better than Buddy and still manages to be a nice person.

[@honuman39]

I haven't heard a drummer that plays his notes so exacting and that feels so right for the music as Dave. The silkiest technician. Just butter smooth.

[@benstallone6784]

There are lots of great drummers but I enjoy listening to Weckl the most. His drumming just sounds the best - creative and tasty

[@drumlover1687]

There are millions of people like me that play drums. And then there are the rare few that take the art of drumming to another level entirely. Thats Dave Weckl.

[@dustincarpenter3554]

indeed

[@albertobg5998]

Or jut have two brains like Thomas Lang

[@sumithramachandran6870]

My favourite drummer. His precision, clarity, articulation, drum tone and musicality always been an inspiration to me.. Imagine.. how much one has to practice to achieve this level of perfection!!! Salute to you Mr. Weckl 🙏

[@BrynnerAgassi]

There is something uniquely special about someone like Dave. His solos are tasteful and make sense. There’s a story. Listen to the dynamics. They’re flawless and truly speak louder than if he were to play fast and loud the entire time. He’s a master. Has the touch and truthfully makes the drums sing. You don’t get that much anymore. I hope anyone reading this in the era of social media and trying to get “likes” or shares on social media, to remember this drum solo. This drum solo is really what a drum solo should be. It takes shape and sets the tone for what he has taken a lifetime to develop. Legend, icon and a true musician. Dave we love you.

[@Jellybeantiger]

Dynamics is what I love about Dave Weckl.

[@garyhope2]

Exactly and very dynamic and subtle dynamics.

[@MichaelRCarlson]

YES! The KING of dynamics. My all time favorite is Louis Bellson, but Dave has everyone beat (no pun) with dynamics and style and swagger.

[@totolaw2654]

and very articulate.

[@dougl.6461]

Weck changed my direction of drumming way back in 1989. Thanks Weck.

[@Robert_11911]

Dave’s Technique is unparalleled. Inspirational.

[@kewlfonz]

Speed, dynamics, inventiveness, fluidity - Who else in drum kit drumming has musical mastery of the drum kit like this??? Weckl's the absolute BOMB!!!

[@TheMatthew5252]

There is nobody like Dave. There are lots of great drummers in the world but Dave is the ultimate in precision.

[@davidcurtis4478]

I totally and utterly 100% respect Dave W, Vinnie C, Steve G and Dennis C. You have all been huge inspirations to me all my drumming life, also Gregg B. God Bless You all for the passion to your craft, professionalism and drumming musicality. With Humbleness, David Curtis 🎶🥁😎

[@edoardozampetti4601]

And Peter Erskine

[@2to3whiteguys]

Billy Cobham

[@MoodyWatters]

I'm not a drummer, I'll never be a drummer and I bloody love my basses, but Dave Weckl is just brilliant. Simply gorgeous playing.

[@eminencespeaker]

Without question one of the all-time greats. My personal favorite. Dude probably snores in 6/8.

[@jeromesilva4503]

there is NOBODY better than King Weckl .... I'll bet my life on that fact !

[@WillJacksonMusicUK]

Man this comment made me laugh! So true 😂

[@CindiKRyan]

One of the smoothest drummers ever. Got the privilege of going to one of his clinics and talking to him. He was nice enough to give me his sticks after he signed them! A possession I deeply treasure! 😊

[@joshuadesjardins8294]

I could listen to Weckl solo all day long. And seeing how I'm under quarantine right now that may be a possiblity

[@danianitellidrums]

Dave is one of my heroes. Amazing Drummer!

[@drumdude46]

His Fluidity and ...'Creativity'....Simply Unparalleled.

[@hunterofliars9600]

GENIUS... The sophistication of Dave's drumming is astonishing. The precision of his drumming... the beauty of his drumming amazes me every time I listen to him. No wonder he has millions of fans !

[@jdecker9834]

It's just mind blowing how Dave never stops challenging himself to take it to yet another level. Been enjoying his playing for decades now and as soon as you think he's reached his summit he gives us all this. F*#kin' beautiful Dave...Just Beautiful.

[@hugolafhugolaf]

To me, this is the greatest solo in history.

[@danielmconnolly7]

He's catching up to Buddy Rich...

[@SpeenTheDreamMachine]

I think he passed Buddy a while back, IMO. Buddy is freaking amazing. Dave is freaking amazinger!

[@lotusmanb3832]

I've been listening to Dave since the first Electric Band LP and it always to this day amazes me how he flows thru very intricate and technical fills during an odd time piece with shots and pushes and never ever loses his place. I've never heard a stumble or a pause to catch himself. I'm sure Dave would disagree but I've never heard one. Simply the greatest drummer of the last 3 decades. imo

[@leoperes812]

One of the best on the top 10 drummers of all time... feeling, creativity, dynamics, technique... you name it ! 👍👏👍

[@robertboyle1368]

Top two him and vinnie

[@frankalfar]

Omg this is what drumming is ...chops,groove,dynamics,dynamics,dynamics.....all mixed into a 🔥.

[@phatbackbeat6553]

Wow ! Dave NEVER disappoints.., NEVER !!!

[@alexmook6786]

I have watched Dave for decades...I melt every time I see him play... a true genius of his instrument....what else can I say.

[@Pp-ss8yl]

Man, I could happily listen to this dude solo all day. The dynamics and musicality of his playing, let alone the mind-boggling technique are spell binding. I had the good fortune to sit about 6 feet from that left hand at Ronnie Scott’s and I can safely say that I have never witnessed such fluent command of a musical instrument. I actually wept. Legend

[@ryrodrums6727]

This is my fav Weckl solo. So many ideas, so interesting and musical.

[@jazzpianoman01]

His precision is amazing; and you can hear melodic lines in his playing! Still head and shoulders of the newer drummers, this guy plays music not just flashy chops and each part of the solo is a pure statement in itself!

[@trevormcmanis]

I know there are many incredible players out there… While I appreciate them all immensely, Dave is my favorite...

[@mikek.3694]

Wow! Dave never disappoints! One of the best solos I've ever seen and I have seen a lot !

[@DesrochersBob]

Wow! Such speed, fluidity and dynamics! One of the best, EVER!

[@U2WB]

Dave just keeps getting better every time I see him. OMG

[@dennismyers5090]

The best solo i've heard from dave in years, perfect

[@stivinsebastian9817]

The dynamics and musicality he has is uncomparable.. 😍😍

[@ricktrent275]

Absolutely Top Shelf. Love that kit, they sing.

[@FL8mileshigh1]

Dave was born to play the drums. He makes it look effortless.

[@Jameskeith1972]

Well..after years,and years of lessons and practice, all I can really do is understand what he’s doing. However, I cannot execute such sheer badass-ness!! True master! The best.

[@nareshgb1]

agreed - I played drums for a few years and I absolutely cant figure out what he plays . But he sounds great and looks effortless. Amazing guy.

[@Jameskeith1972]

nareshgb1 Look deeper my friend. The world of Weckl is a school where drummers must attend to become modern drummers. Lol. All jokes aside, please do yourself a favor and buy anything with his name on it and own it. Especially this book. Dave Weckl -- Contemporary Drummer + One: Book, CD, & Charts (Manhattan Music Publications) www.amazon.com/dp/0769247938/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_wkDPAbCBFXPMA It’s quite advanced. It takes a few years to get through. It’s recommended that you start with his play along Books 1and 2. These are hands down the best drumming play alongside made. They have almost flawless charts, and the top players on the recordings... MIKE STERN...CHICK COREA!!! Come on!! Be brave and don’t give up! You will start to understand the language. Mr. Dave wants you to learn. Eventually you should join the club and become a member of his online lessons! Cheers!

[@davewecklmusic]

Check out daveweckl.teachable.com

[@inthapocket378]

WORD

[@rqneo5361]

He's not a mortal man

[@mootbooxle]

Dave is the master of technique! It's also really nice to hear him playing a kit that's voiced like this. It's refreshing! Dave's not my favourite drummer, but any time I really want to see what is possible on a drum kit, he's one of the people I look to. Sounding even more impeccable than ever!

[@uiliamoliveira6348]

Dave is one of best drummers to ever exist!

[@jasonsmouse6570]

2024 and Dave is still my favorite drummer. There's some amazing new guys out there but for me, Dave fluidity on a kit is second to none.

[@steventhompson4539]

Badass. Been listening to Mr. Weckl for years and I never get tired of it.

[@deanpana7576]

I mean i know I have already commented but MY GOD, this man is amazing!!! I listen to this on repeat and get amazed every single time! What a legend! LEGEND!!!

[@lifewithoutboundaries4304]

One of cleanest drummers out there. Its like listening to surround sound.

[@kevinfrazee7690]

Don't care how many times I watch this I can still watch it again and again!!!

[@dankenton]

A genuine free spirit on the instrument - bravo Dave!

[@RobertVandenberg]

He is still evolving and exploring new things. Incredible.

[@coreybondurant]

I can't stop watching this solo! Transcending! Thanks Dave!

[@MrBostonrobb]

So relaxed and absolutely Vicious!

[@scalesfromthecrypt2810]

Your fluidity on the kit blows my mind... Fantastic stuff! You're one of the greats, no doubt.

[@josuebarcenas1436]

One of the greatest!

[@solohour]

The lightness in which he can play at speed is astounding.

[@Robert_11911]

Daves my idol!! Always looked up to him. All the best Dave - Cheers

[@GotLotsaFaith]

Smooth as silk.

[@ddrum1090]

Everything about this is just right... no other word to explain it.

[@fredlebz5558]

dave weckl one of my favorite drummers

[@spartan6931]

The technique is absolutely amazing

[@rockinrabbi]

Probably the BEST drum solo I've ever seen/heard. Drums sound amazing too.

[@daniellllll45419]

In my personal opinion Dave Weckl and Steve Smith are both maybe the best examples of drummers playing even better and more musical now than in their young days. I don´t feel the same with others drum legends.

[@jasonandrews968]

throw Todd Sucherman in that mix and we have a deal

[@jputterman26]

My sense is Dave practices all the time, and as he gets older, he gets more "musical."

[@jakejke]

Daniel G right 👌👍

[@vargaso]

Absolutely, then just keep getting better. They somehow improve their technique and overall chops while also becoming more subtle and musical at the same time.

[@iammusic1950]

Man!!!! I love that the sound guy made this so clean!!!

[@phillipkelley3513]

Excellent video and classic placement of the Drum sticks in his hands.

[@erick_fernandez_78910]

YES! Smooth as...s butter! =) Wish you many years of new musical experiences to come!

[@drumsport]

With musical specialization so prevalent in our world, after Buddy Rich, it seems impossible to pick the "best" drummer in the world IMHO. If it was possible, is there anybody better than Weckl? Such deep command of technique, feel, speed, independence of limb, and textures in his soloing. It's like watching a finely-tuned athlete on the kit. Props to Gadd and Vinny as well.

[@ThatOneDude88]

Incredible chops and as usual the drums sound KILLER!!!

[@jonathanhelmbold1162]

I love the way Dave plays so constantly & such ease. Those single handed rolls are simply awesome, with such tambour control! Wow!!

[@KRISNAMUSIK]

OH ITS SO AWESOME NICE PLAYING

[@sticksnfingers]

Insane, as always. For me, the best drummer.

[@Shauncat1]

My favorite drummer too, I've been following him way back from his first back to basics drum DVD

[@siamaksadeghi6651]

Hey Dave! You are my absolute drum hero. Unbelievably perfect and musical. Thank you!

[@jmgreenf]

Tight and the consummate professional..love that he uses traditional grip too!!!!

[@Bongo808]

I’ve seen him in Los Angeles, San Diego and even in Guangzhou, China with Oz... AND Dave! You Killed it, Even jet-lagging and on drums that weren’t what you had asked for.

[@RedaktionBiz]

OMG! Such a beautiful solo. Inspiring and entertaining. Thank you, Dave - your music makes me feel a little bit better every time I listen to it.

[@SunshineHB]

I remember going to Guitar Center before the age of KZbin and seeing Weckl in a video while buying drumsticks. It was the craziest thing I had ever seen a drummer do up to that point. I love that his playing has transcended and he is still very relevant.

[@BrynnerAgassi]

This man will go down as the greatest musician drummer that’s ever graced the planet. His timing, flexibility, fluidity, and absolute to adapt to any situation is a God given talent and he took that talent and really perfected it.

[@123oner]

The musicality and dynamics in that solo. I don't know many drummers that can solo for that long and keep it interesting. So lucky to see him at Ronnie Scott's

[@FrankPCarpi]

I love the way those drums resonate. Thanks for the great jam Dave.

[@steeler3258]

His timing and syncopation is unmatched!

[@FesliyanStudios]

My favorite drummer. Hands down.

[@420MoPete]

Few people get close, but no one compares.

Me too. Also been HUGE into Todd Sucherman for the last couple years.

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

i don't think he can put his hands down 🤔

[@lapamful]

Well, it could be one hand down, one foot up while the other limbs play a cross rhythmic ostinato over several time signatures creating the impression of different pulses all at the same time. But I get what you mean :P

[@delshallpawn]

God bless the audio guy.

[@rhythmista7707]

Indeed 👍

[@masecardrums]

there's a 98% chance that it's Dave himself

[@lasstunsspielen8279]

Absolutely. This video sounds better than 99% of all other KZbin videos, even in 240p. Seems to me compression is not the problem. I suggest most videos that sound crappy did already so before they were uploaded.

[@schwedenretter]

I watch him there is youtube and I feel like he's getting better and better. Those dynamics are insane! Greetings from germany.

[@johnlindquist1784]

How can anyone not like this? Dave is a master and one of if not the most musical drummers around. Such a joy to watch such smooth precision and musicality.

[@JohnCastellain]

always liked your drumming and what is possible with just one kick drum!

[@fsamir111]

A true legend here.

[@DrumsTheWord]

You keep producing solos like this, Dave. It's not natural. Superb.

[@twistedspinemotorcycles]

has to be one of my all time favourite drummers