Feelin' Stronger Every Day by Chicago (Full Drum Cover)

I'm back with another faithful recreation! This time I'm tackling the legendary groove of "Feeling Stronger Every Day" by Chicago.
Danny Seraphine's drumming on this track is so quintessential to that vintage Chicago sound. I aimed to match his renowned, driving beat on this cover.
I stuck close to the original parts, only taking one small creative embellishment in the final chorus to put my own spin on this timeless tune.
This was such an influential drum part for me growing up and learning how to play. The drums are so powerful that I genuinely thought there were two drummers being recorded simultaneously like Genesis does it. It is no small feat that the drums are such a noticeable, driving force when you are in a band like Chicago with Terry Kath (guitarist, vocals) and James Pankow (bones) playing incredible parts of their own. I was always tuned in to what Danny was doing on the skins though. And despite being a drummer myself, that's what drummers do, we listen to drums, I don't think I am alone in being focused on the drums for this song. I hope I did the part justice.
I had a blast learning and playing it note-for-note while adding my own flavor here and there. Stay tuned for some Elton John next... Can I Put You On?! 😎🎶

[@williamboyle8918]

Been a drummer since 1983, playing metal all of these years. I know I've heard this song probably 20 times in my life, maybe more. Not my cup of tea, but absolutely loved the drumming !! Wish there was KZbin in the 80's.

[@collincrosedrums]

Thank you very much William. That is a very nice compliment!

[@BaileysDad369]

I absolutely love this song and you NAILED IT!!! Great job!!!

[@collincrosedrums]

Thank you very much! 🤘🥁

[@jimsullivan4774]

Great job! My favorite all-time song. Forwarded it to Tris Imboden.

[@collincrosedrums]

Thank you Jim 🙏🏻! I’m glad you liked it!

[@chrisbates3117]

I covered that song over a month ago and this one was a good one that you did. I approve this video 👍

[@collincrosedrums]

No kidding! Well thank you Chris, I appreciate it! 🙏🏻🤘🏻

[@IanBajorek4111]

Great cover Mr Crose! 🤘🥁

[@collincrosedrums]

Thank you Ian!

[@nileshdale9209]

This is amazing

[@collincrosedrums]

Thank you 🙏🏻 🤘🏻

[@irisdurant1]

My Goodness, quite exceptional.

[@collincrosedrums]

Thank you!!

[@2Wheels_NYC]

Nice! I've met Danny a few times, and he'd be proud!

[@collincrosedrums]

No kidding? Thank you very much! I hope so too.

[@2Wheels_NYC]

@collincrosedrums His band "California Transit Authority" usually plays The Cutting Room in NYC. Seen them there a few times. Last time I was there I wound up BSing with Danny and Bill Champlin for a few minutes. 2 awesome and down to earth dudes!

[@collincrosedrums]

I am jealous, that is very cool!!

[@KevinHarrisDrumming]

I believe it’s Danny Seraphine on this track? There’s been a few drummers in Chicago. But Danny has really surprised me over the years listening to some of his stuff. Good job duplicating him! Not easy at all 💯

[@collincrosedrums]

Yessir! The original Chicago drummer who famously and mysteriously lost his ability to play the drums at the level required for a band like Chicago in the late 80's. Thanks again Kevin, I appreciate it.