ROSANNA ( TOTO ) Cover By The Free Radicals

[@brettwells66]

GREAT drummer, AND I want to compliment the brass boys. Perfect horns! 🙂

[@sghall1968]

Yes-the drummer is amazing.

[@liciamusic3128]

@@sghall1968 Yes

[@DirectionlessStudent]

Don't care much for the vocals here, but that drummer is on point. Technically perfect on this shuffle is hard enough -- playing it with the Porcaro feel is above and beyond.

[@Bluesman57]

The drummer truly was the star of this video, Jeff Porcaro would have been proud, he was beating them drums like they owed him money. Excellent job. He absolutely nailed it, great tone, nice fills, and timing.

[@Sugarsail1]

Yeah I've been recently trying to learn the Rosanna Shuffle on drums after a 25 year hiatus from playing and it is a deceptively hard groove to get right and this guy nails it like it was easy as pie. What's sad is the casual music listener just hears a "pop-rock" beat and doesn't realize what's going on with the grace notes and the smooth stamina in the right hand. This guy has it down pat.

[@Bluesman57]

@@Sugarsail1 I am not a musician, but i know music. And you're right the casual listener won't hear that. Bernard Purdie is another great drummer (the Purdie shuffle) not sure if Jeff Porcaro got it from him or not, doesn't matter they both are phenomenal drummers. Check out Steely Dan's Deacon Blues, Bernard Purdie was the drummer on that song, another great drummer is Jim Keltner.

[@Tonsvtunes]

Joel could play this stuff with seemingly ease of falling off a log when he was in Jr high. Granted, he lived all things drums n has always been very dedicated to practicing. Still, a little freak of nature. Nicest guy you could ever meet too

[@bobsmith1098]

@@Bluesman57 Jeff knew the Purdie Shuffle well and where it came from. Incorporated it on purpose. That's not a slam on Purdie nor on Porcaro ... the saying "imitation is the sincerest form of flattery" has truth in it and comes most likely from the entertainment industry. Porcaro was knowledgeable about 20th century pop music to a degree that few could match at his age. The bass drum part was adapted from Bo Diddley and Jeff's genius was in combining the two and seeing its usefulness for the tune Paich had written. The instructional video from 1986 where Jeff discusses this is findable here on YT.

[@kirkmcdufford5885]

I'm 68, and dig the way All these cover bands are playing all the hits from the 70's, and 80's, almost fifty years ago and these songs and sounds can't be beat. Man I lived in a great time of bands and music, and even got to go to some of the concerts to watch them in their prime!"👍😊💯

[@db4259]

Niiiicely done!!! great players all of them, outstanding vocals and a excellent job of the Porcaro shuffle. Bravo!

[@scottmcdonaldAAL211]

That drummer is INSANELY good and beat-for-beat perfection. Overall this engaging performance knocked it out of the park, great job one and all on one of my fav 'oldie' tunes. Vocals were a 10 for sure, great lead and great backing vocals! Loved this rendition!

[@foxwulf1]

2:27 :)!

[@Flametopology]

Guy is a monster player...love it!

[@Phil-pq4ks]

Perfection...wellll...no. But good.

[@shakenama]

Called "The Rosanna Shuffle" named and created by Totos' drummer Jeff Porcaro. A half time shuffle with a heavy jazz influence.

[@Johnbobon]

​@@Phil-pq4ks There's always that one guy.

[@danielgonzalezcalvo5498]

the drummer 💥

[@normangoldman7179]

everyone in this band is a great but who will agree that the drummer Joel, and the male lead singer Jordan are crazy great

[@francescofrancesco7293]

Forever love beutiful fantastic magic

[@garyd3725]

Phenomenal! Everyone was spectacular.

[@jeffstewart8627]

The drums are the glue here, keeps everyone stuck together. BRAVO FREE RADICALS very well done.!!!

[@busyflyin]

No words are adequate for this! Everyone is awesome, but that drummer was sick! He brings it all together, and the drums sound amazing!

[@DietmarHoffmann]

Yes, I thought the same - he has THAT feeling for Rosanne! And its a SONOR ;-)

[@stevegrabber]

In that Jeff has passed, this is the greatest form of flattery. My gosh this drummer is fantastic and his interpretation of Jeff is spot on. 👍👍👍

[@xangai87]

IMO snare don't sounds any good, no punch and over compressed.

[@MOstix13]

Snare sounded awesome! The whole band sounded awesome! And they had fun doing it😀

[@tdavey5599]

Damn talented musicians right here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@gotik_moon2721]

Voz unicaaa!!! Ame!!! ❤ el guitarrista un genioooo 👁👄👁

[@EliAlexanderClark]

Drummer went full Porcaro mode on this one. Such a solid centerpiece to this production and that shuffle is PERFECTION.

[@matthewdrews]

I'd give this two thumbs up if I could. Great comment!

[@fabianologfatec]

i was about to say the same

[@chuckypilotaus3962]

Rickae and Jordan absolutely nail this cover. Love it. Sound so good together.

[@tomascupas2731]

This was bad ass musicians doing their thing. Drummer is awesome. Horn section rocking. Great vocals. tight band. Love you guys.

[@andyharpist2938]

Just imagine being part of that group who make such amazing music..... I would die happy.

[@luizvieira1612]

Agreed bro!!

[@smithrd99]

Did you even listen to the entire song?

[@markklein437]

@@andyharpist2938 I’m thrilled just listening to them. Toto sounds almost as good! But these guys and gal are more fun to watch. Screaming guitar solos!

[@andyharpist2938]

@@markklein437 Try this for class!....kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2Ldf4V_qJWCn68

[@aa7988]

Wow, flawless cover. Everyone rocks. Porcaro drums is the topping.

[@petertrast]

I heard nothing but perfection. I have listened to this song 100s of times since it first played on the radio. I know EVERY note, beat, phrase and it is not merely a replica of the original, though almost every detail was there, you guys made this your own without abandoning anything from the original. This is probably the best cover of this I ever heard, and I gotta say, that freaking drummer is a machine and would have made Jeff so proud!! The vocals were ecstasy... and that lead guitar gave me chills, dude! The brass brought the exact vibe and those keys were so in the groove. I am blown away as you can tell by my rambling, and I RARELY give a cover this kind of praise. I've been playing almost 50 years and I have my own humble studio, and the production on this is phenomenal. Subscribed and I will be listening to this again and again. Bravo!!!

[@JoelStevenett]

Thank you for the kind words Peter! All the best to you! Joel

[@emersonschmidt-ibns]

I think I've watched this video a thousand times. Toto never enough! Congrats to the band, awesome !!!!!!

[@northerndeplorable6653]

I grew up with Toto and I've heard dozens of covers over the years but THIS IS THE BEST OF THEM ALL. Absolutely fantastic. Drummer Joel nailed every nuance, vocalists captured every detail perfectly (great harmonies!), horns were needle sharp, guitarists supreme, keyboardists outstanding. GREAT PERFORMANCE!

[@brianm8056]

I’ve heard lots of covers of Rosanna. This is far and away the best by miles. The best. You guys absolutely rock !

[@ThiccDawgShreds]

Ohhhhhhh myyyyyyyy goshhhhhhh this was amazing

[@sbmasonator]

I think the reason I've watched this 100 times is because the band really looks like they are having fun. Oh, and the lady. Her too 😀

[@helsinkianskies]

Oh yeah, definitely her too 😍

[@donaldbarkley7817]

If you can play drums like Jeff Pocaro then you have achieved greatness. Great work sir.

[@zipgunpete]

I’ll second that!

[@andyhawaii2819]

Drummer is the star of this video

[@DillonPink]

Agree. Drumming was spot on

[@byronjackson9373]

Hell Yes.🐣

[@bubbledoc67]

Not even close to Pocaro. Where's the shuffle???

[@EmptyExline]

Everyone giving the drummer love (deserved) but the guitarist absolutely 100% on tone and execution on that solo.

[@Lauren080508]

yep

[@anthonynel8323]

TOTO-lly agree

[@peterevans8598]

Had to be said. Great leads.

[@markcossman200]

And the keyboards!! 😮

[@consulentecomunicazionestr3072]

Agree. Not easy. Absolutely

[@matthiashaller1953]

Cool ❤❤❤

[@IvarsRuza]

Drumer, uhhh.. man, that dude... even had some tricks... :) I love BASS!

[@juniorguimaraes686]

Magnific !

[@jtjt4827]

I cannot for the life of me understand where the music like this is today. like....someone has to be out there in this big ole world .

[@VinslomBardy]

Check out Rick Beato’s channel for some great content about WTF happened to music over the past 20 years.

[@trottheblackdog]

Steve's guitar solo. NAILED! Note for note! Crushed it!

[@jeffsaginaw1769]

YEA! What a proud feeling to see yet ANOTHER Fabulous group of superlative musicians and vocalists from here in America. The stick flip was icing on the "WE GOT THIS" cake! I sure hope it was as much fun for you all as it was watch and hear. Thanks also to the engineering folks for doing such a great job recording Rosanna

[@larrydockery7201]

hell ya guys great job rock on

[@charlesfarran1717]

Brilliant drummer.

[@loveforpeople678]

yup so awesome

[@asdlkj9911]

Simply an amazing cover. Note for note. Bar for bar. It really highlights what an amazing band Toto was and what skill level is needed to reproduce their sound. RIP Jeff Porcaro.

[@peterfranzen7353]

Drums spot on. Excellent job by everyone.

[@chucheron81]

awsome drumming. Just perfect.

[@Dorky_D]

Very nice!

[@harthenry]

Please give the sound guys some props - they spend tons of time setting up and dialing in the sound, always behind the scenes, and should not be forgotten for their talents

[@John77Designer]

Great Drummer!

[@talkswithdave]

Great cover! So many talented people in one space faithfully recreating timeless music. The drummer kinda stole the show for me though. Laid back and in the groove, and great job with the shuffle.

[@MrTONESHOP]

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[@triptwist1]

amazing drummer

[@edwardalarico2629]

Tengo k admitir k esta banda es super muy profesionales y exactos en este cover felicitaciones

[@paulh7589]

I get the chills when I hear fantastic music. I am a retired musician, * if there is such a thing! this was way beyond beautiful, and way beyond anything I expected. Does anyone else get the chills when they hear something perfect, or is it only me? It makes my whole body tingle. You all did a great job. This was wonderful!!!

[@tingpranav999]

Spot on Paul - I remember the 45 minute drive home after going out in the mid 70's with the V8 sound on the outside and TOTO as loud as possible on the inside - this cover was so good I did get chills just like I did when I played this song in my car for the first time - so glad I was around in that era.

[@thomasrudder9639]

I’m right with you. Reading your words did it too. I’m a drummer/percussionist as well.

[@gilmarmouraborgesmouraborg3016]

Concordo isso ultrapassou os limites de uma música boa parabéns!

[@YamahaDan100]

The groove the drummer creates with that ride cymbal is insane.

[@GP-ed1ti]

Drummer has the most challenging role with this song. That shuffle isn't easy to play. Brilliant job!

[@ryantobin1007]

What a drumming masterclass right there capped off with perfect stick flip. Amazing

[@kevinmeagher6960]

Man.....Thats great!

[@normatible9795]

This is EXCELLENT! Vocals , drums, guitars, keyboards and music complete with sax/trumpets. Jeff Porcaro ( drums ) would be so proud

[@johncostopoulos7741]

That "shuffle" is how I rate a drummer. Superlative! Nailed it!

[@chapvertmusic]

Awesome version, both of you are very talented musicians !!! Well done, great tribute to Toto :)

[@joepro3852]

Superb. Just superb.

[@anonymousperson2578]

Crisp Clean Tight Just, wow! Bravo!

[@Jacqueline_Cobb]

THEY ALL NAILED IT!!!

[@boutchmanz]

Love that drumstick FLIP! Yeah man!!

[@gb4639]

Hands down the best version of Rosanna I've heard. Drumming and Guitar were phenomenal but all instruments including the voices superb.

[@BreannaMae]

Hmmm, I'd say the best version is the original. This is a great cover, though!

[@gregaj7]

Very very well done. The drummer knows he's in his game when he can flip the stick not missing a beat knowing if he misses he ruins everything. Top job done by everyone involved.

[@orgelssecondrule9221]

That fucking fill and stick flip was the most pocket thing I've ever seen

[@Davidaut1]

i always come back to listen, so well sung, played and produced. epic!

[@winetravelandsong]

Love it!

[@craigspoor5556]

Obviously they all nailed it. Let's just remember one thing that's going on here. They are all having a blast doing it. It sounds absolutely magnificent but people in a world with full of Filth, They're having fun. Plus, they are putting smiles on all our faces. Hats off. Keep the music alive

[@darthmayxj]

Whats cool to me is the band genuinely looks like they are having a good time, and look to effortlessly laying down an awesome track.

[@todd1606]

THIS GROUP JUST NAILED IT!!!!!!!!! BRAVO👍👌👍👌👍

[@jonmcmahon7445]

Rocked it. Drummer cool

[@mikeazeka1753]

Sharp cover of a great song. Tight, meaty drums, spot on vocals, and the brass section adds the perfect punctuation!

[@carlstewart365]

As a veteran performing keyboardist and now audio engineer, I'm not easily impressed, but you all impressed the daylights outa me! Every single one of you is top-notch!

[@legendcitymusic]

yes this is great

[@jeremywade6986]

Why such a snobby comment. Nobody cares about your musical background. You like it or you don't.

[@markcossman200]

@Jeremy Wade that wasn't a snobby comment. He was complimenting them and adding context as a musician with a professional background. Smh

[@finneganfly]

Also a veteran keyboardist with some producer credits, I’m the same. The musicianship was top notch. The female vocals could have been dropped a few db in the mix, and some of the lower harmonies up a couple, but this was TIGHT! (Loved the stick flips off the snare). Keyboardist nailed the synth parts both sound and action.

[@ssvsssjs]

@@jeremywade6986 You are the snobby comment. The guy gave context that bolstered his compliments.

[@JS-hu7pv]

Right off the bat, I looked at my son (who is a drummer) and said “dang - guy certainly has Jeff’s Rosanna Shuffle down.” Kudos to the drummer, and all members of the band. Impressive cover.

[@fallingmanuk]

Wow that was so good to watch - stellar playing and singing from all, and the lead guitarist nailed the awesome solos perfectly. And the drummer's stick twirl at the end was very cool - thank you!

[@juancarlospereira7073]

Brilliant!!!

[@thomaspaccione7214]

Nice job. Rosanna shuffle is not easy!

[@KeesJandeMaa]

I keep on coming back to this one all the time! I have been a TOTO lover since 99 was first played on the radio in the Netherlands. The drummer is amazing and all do a great job, the mix is so pleasant to listen to and I do not get bored watching it! Thank you for bringing this joy to us!!!

[@jimmiller1510]

Drummer, bass, lead, keys, brass and vocals all on point! Awesome team effort here.

[@leec3458]

Everyone...spot on. That was fun to watch all the way around. Drummer...what up!! that dude is for real!!

[@John-t9s7f]

phenomenal cover - such incredibly talented musicians - led by the drummer!

[@michaelc.3812]

Your band is amazing!!! Wow! I’d come to see you anytime, anywhere. Love you guys! Such great talent isn’t easy to find, but you have it.

[@arturocuevas4306]

one word, GREAT... now we need more and more from you.

[@michaelginever732]

Really great. Everyone including Stoker White. Every drummer will tell you this song sorts the wheat from the chaff. Joel is obviously wheat. Excellent guitar solo. The vocals are just spot on. Jordan and Rickae - husband and wife? excellent!!

[@BrianAllenBee52100]

Agreed. One of the best covers in a long while (for me personally).

[@ianaustin3112]

Excellent work! Terrific drumming and a great rendition of this Toto song.

[@beachbumsailordude]

Really good job here!

[@saxofong]

So good!!

[@SleepThatBurns]

Fantastic. Props to the drummer for pulling off the Purdie shuffle. Wow. That is was a super performance.

[@adude394]

Man, I am IMPRESSED. Toto's music is not easy by any means, and these guys (and lady) freaking nailed it. That's one of my favorite guitar solos, too. Excellent job!

[@richr909]

Wow I've never liked hearing that song on the radio but I suddenly like it now. That was great!!

[@lisaphamilton]

I’m so so happy that I got to meet some of you last night at the Leonid and friends concert! What a pleasant surprise!!! I’m a singer and wish so much I was in a band like yours!

[@thebordernow]

This group was at a Leonid & Friends concert??

[@lisaphamilton]

@ yes!!! Last Monday in Salt Lake City.

[@salamandermusic]

It was wonderful to meet you Lisa! Leonid and Friends were amazing! Hope to see you again soon!

[@JoelStevenett]

Great seeing you Lisa! All the best! Joel

[@tberreth33]

Vocals, guitar, EVERYONE on point on this - absolutely amazing version thanks so much!!!

[@annebiebrich9155]

Great sound, great vocals great horn section, great drummer, great keyboards, great guitars......super great cover !!!

[@wallygoots]

Love to see a drummer so deep in that groove! Great show!

[@wallygoots]

@Len Sharps Are you a drummer. The beat is hard to learn but it's epic.

[@Inannarising]

Ahhh, yes, but no one plays it like Jeff did. Except my dad. He actually played it just like the original.

[@bigelile07]

It was just okay for me...the ghost notes weren't there.

[@cojones-72]

@@bigelile07 It looked like he was playing them to me. Maybe not high enough in the mix.

[@thomengel9720]

Loved watching how he worked the high hat. Shades of Jeff P.

[@MarcRitchie]

Gotta give it up. Great job!!😄

[@franciscocerrudo9373]

Fantastico

[@newandreview]

Very impressive. That drumming was mind blowing brilliant. All round very professional. Well done.

[@eugenebechen1587]

Awesome drumming. The fill at 2:33 with the toss is amazing. Loving all of it! Well done!

[@HardEdge53]

Drummer nailed Jeff’s masterpiece and yes I caught the stick flip in the flam fill before the chorus ahead of the solos, in the studio no less

[@caiaphasflagg673]

Yep, loved it!

[@legendcitymusic]

ya noticed right away hes got the Procaro parts down perfect

[@Tommyp65]

Drummers snare is beautiful.

[@michaelmatto9511]

Missed the kick hitting with the snare on 4. Sounds good though.

[@tjmusiker407]

Yeah, stik flip was so cool. Cat can play.

[@aloneinanearthship4010]

nailed it.

[@turnberry-rj3ur]

amazing！！

[@blainemoyer7065]

Not too many drummers could even approach Porcaro’s epic riff in this song…props to him and the rest of the band, very well done.

[@louskunt9798]

Dudes got a crazy powerful voice! Wow!💯💯💯👍

[@rynohorn3819]

What a tenor! What a voice!

[@bettinatrakl8259]

Wow, great Band, super Gittarist and Drums,...yeaaaa

[@philmccrevis4493]

Breathtaking musical team. There's good, there's great, and then there's par excellence!