Jeff Hamilton plays spectacular drum solo on '2nd Street Samba' (Remo Sandlane Sessions #6)

An incredible drum solo of Jeff Hamilton during the recording of the song '2nd Street Samba' with his Trio. Around 4:00 the prelude to the drum solo starts, and you just have to watch this. You can also see Jeff playing the drums with his hands in this solo.
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► video 1: Creating a Mirage
Mel Lewis once told Jeff that all that drummers do is 'creating a mirage'. In the video below he explains this statement with some very clear examples on the drums.
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► video 2: Jeff Hamilton plays & records 'Time Passes On' with brushes solo
A song written by Jeff as an ode to his drum teacher.
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► video 3: Jeff Hamilton drum lesson: how to play relaxed
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► video 4: Jeff Hamilton Trio recording in the studio
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► video 5: How to sound like a million bucks
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This is part 6 during our Jeff Hamilton-week on Drummerszone.com. All songs and videos were recorded at the Sandlane Recording Facilities in The Netherlands live before a small audience.
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[@patxilebrancon5393]

This man has it all: musicallity, technique, elegance and an unbelievable sound. I´m an absolute fan of him

[@ronnyraygunz8718]

Beautiful hair too! I'm jealous 🤨

[@alagornik4960]

me too! 😜

[@willhanley4954]

Likewise; couldn’t agree more!

[@webstercat]

Master

[@bebobalula]

Yeah, he's not so bad. He's okay. Well, he's good. He's very good. He's great. He's fantastic. He's marvelous .... He's the best!!!!

[@RiqueBaraldi]

I honestly had never seen a non-Brazilian drummer play samba like this guy. And I will tell you something, playing samba at this level is very difficult, even for good native professionals. It is not just about technique (exquisite, by the way), metrics, but pure musicality. This gentleman understood the whole thing.

[@johnny6476]

How do you rate Tommy Igoe and Chuck Silverman? Do they play Samba the authentic way?

[@RiqueBaraldi]

@@johnny6476 Honestly I don't know their work so I coudn’t give you a fair opinion. Instead, I would recommend you meeting (if you haven't already) another amazing American fellow who plays real samba: mr. Mark Walker. Killer drummer!

[@karstenbursak8083]

​@@RiqueBaraldi You should check out danish drummer Morten Lund playing Lyle Mays "Hard Eights" A "viking" playing samba 😂

[@claudiarovan9276]

​@@karstenbursak8083and also in Italy with our big pianist Bollani

[@leonardboesger8769]

I think he credits Laurindo Almeida.

[@fepatton]

I once read an interview where a guy said something like, "You know, I'm not crazy about drum solos, but I could listen to Buddy Rich drum all day long, by myself, in a dark room." I kind of feel that way about Jeff Hamilton. I'm not crazy about drum solos generally (and I'm a drummer), but Hamilton's feel is just unparalleled, and he's got such taste and style to go with his immense and effortless chops.

[@rodneyondrums]

The difference between Jeff and Buddy is that Jeff plays drums solos that are actually a musical extension of the song, whereas Buddy plays the same flavor, intensity, and tempo no matter what musical piece is being performed. A Buddy Rich solo is basically a flash explosion that rarely has any relationship to the music being played. It's like a completely different record you can listen as an intermission in the actual piece of music, designed only to wow audiences with a fireworks display, then...back to the actual music, folks!

[@RiqueBaraldi]

Yeah! That's because (just my opinion OK?) Jeff Hamilton's drumming is pure music. You feel that way, like his beat was almost a melodic instrument improvising. As for Buddy Rich… well, Buddy Rich was a force of nature, anything he did left us mesmerized.

[@garydonnelly100]

JH pulls out ALL the stops on this one! Incredible samba brush playing, ridiculous double push-pull (sooooo relaxed), hands soloing...not to mention instant switch brushes to sticks to hands to sticks. The cat has amazed me since I first saw him with Monty Alexander back in the 70s. Our university big band opened for them and Jeff played my psychedelic Camco blue moiré drums. He loved 'em so much he offered to buy them!

[@christianwagenseil9621]

Rhythmatist indeed. this is what I would call a most concentrated dose of all the available techniques and means of expression, all packed in one performance. incredible. I'm going to quit.

[@takaliuang]

I forgot the Corona issue while hearing this... thank you uncle Jeff

[@claudiokezen9575]

How on earth 28 people dislike this man?

[@charlietrece7958]

Hard to find a more complete jazz drummer than Jeff Hamilton.

[@whisperingthunder2107]

The switch from brush to stick was so smooth and masterful...this guy is ridiculously good.

[@jtimperio]

Jeff's wrists are a dream to watch when he does his double push-pull... the fluidity, relaxation, all combined with such musicality and emotion... what an extraordinary musician!!!

[@patrickfarley8036]

If all jazz was like this, I'd be a jazz fan. This was perfect for me!

[@drummerszone]

Thank you! There are more video's with Jeff in his playlist where he also gives some lessons... and is seriously funny as well: kzbin.info/aero/PLmURLYaBbyc0LQCkATvrPUG1GK4n_46gL

[@lemurianblue]

That was unbelievable playing. His mastery is staggering. I'm still shaking my head. That was one of the greatest examples of flawless drumming and flawless musicianship. Wow.

[@drummerszone]

So great to hear & read this! Here are all the videos from that session: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gF7YqZhujc-aibM Thanks, Lemurian!

[@rnm723]

impressive and super smooth push pull technique with both hands in this solo!

[@martijn_nl]

So incredibly smooth! Love to see that hi-hat dance!

[@yarpyarp85]

........A MASTER AT WORK.........

[@hhxlegacy]

Sublime. The talented make their craft look so easy and effortless.

[@hawkrider88]

One of the best jazz drummers on the planet. Taste, technique, musicianship under total control.

[@1981TURBOTRANSAM1]

Absolutely superb playing. One of the most musical drummers I’ve heard. Great playing,Great feel and phrasing. Outstanding musicality.

[@timallbritton7329]

He's huge. He's got every prototypical jazz sense. I can't believe I've only known of him for a couple of years.

[@Jerbrown]

Just incredible. Honour to have met you, Jeff!

[@ryanmarcum4596]

I could watch Jeff play all day long and still be entranced.

[@sticktrik]

So calm,cool, relaxed with great intensity & touch!!!! This is how music should be played by a musician that happens to play drums!!! The great J.H.!!!

[@administration8961]

Relax is an UNDERSTATEMENT. bangbetter.xxx.

[@istvanbalogh8254]

This man is the smoothest drummer out there today. Technically musically. Forget about it.. he’s flawless!!

[@jenslindstrom3257]

Mr Hamilton made music history with this musical piece! Thank you for your music mr Jeff. And thank you for uploading.

[@dresdrum]

Just amazing. I expect no less from this master.

[@tompetteruti250]

Beautiful!

[@dmgsoultogetherness6667]

Love this guy....

[@steveschmitz2839]

WOW!!! Fantastic. Fortunate to have met him in the 80's, he was great then too, wonderful person and remarkable player.

[@drummerszone]

Thank you for watching and enjoying it, Steve! That's why we digged them up from the Drummerszone.com Vault again. Thanks!!! ps. there are more videos of that session here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gF7YqZhujc-aibM

[@steveschmitz2839]

@@drummerszone I also shared with brother who is fledging rock drummer, using my early 80's Gretsch kit. Jeff is amazing, thanks for sharing.

[@drummerszone]

@@steveschmitz2839 Thank you!!!

[@funkman0811]

One of the Greatest Drum Solos Musicality on Steroids Jeff Hamilton using Articulation Dynamics Tempo resolves everything I'm just Speechless it left me Breathless Every Drummer should study this masterpiece of Drum artistry

[@PeteN_2]

Just love watching him play , hand ,foot technique , left hand control and emphasis , not to mention above all terrific hand solos , still using light and shade , I could go on .....the mans an inspiration of the way drums should sound and should be played above all ......musically .

[@MrFreebie777]

He's the real deal. He plays drums like Fred Astaire dances.

[@frankbrenner4852]

Well said. I was just thinking ... the greatest drummers dance around the kit.

[@danfelixmusic2536]

Totally agree, I think Peter Erskine has the same qualities...Inspiring.

[@orodrummer]

This video captures so much of what I love about Jeff Hamilton’s playing. Thanks for sharing!

[@drummerszone]

Hi David, then you might enjoy more videos from this session with Jeff. You can find them here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gF7YqZhujc-aibM

[@okolekahuna3862]

That drum groove is so smooth as silk...put a smile on my face.

[@TimmyDugas]

some of the best i've ever seen WOW! I'm blown away

[@HaloAdmiral]

Such a tasteful musician. His touch on the kit is one of a kind.

[@drummerszone]

He is! You can watch more with Jeff from the same session in this playlist we made: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gF7YqZhujc-aibM There are some cool articles on Drummerszone.com mentioned in the descriptions as well! Enjoy!

[@NicleT]

What a great musician! He gives a perfect attention to the sound of his instrument and let it sing.

[@wolfgangfricke8555]

incredible handplaying. chapeau!

[@drummerszone]

Glad you enjoyed it! If you want to see more of Jeff, here is the full playlist: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gF7YqZhujc-aibM

[@manuellahozrobles7208]

Mr. Jeff Hamilton...The Best Jazz Drummer of the World...INCREDIBLE!!

[@keyfinder257]

probably the best drummer of his era

[@ronvillarreal5003]

Studied with Mr Hamilton in 1995. He ALWAYS blows my mind!!!

[@rhythmista7707]

He plays in such a way that it looks incredibly simple, yet light years from being so. When a drummer, or any musician for that matter, can achieve that with such ease, that is an indication of a superb musician. Jeff Hamilton is a prime example of this..

[@konradkolen3424]

Incredible drumming with wow dynamics and technique

[@scottieunome2]

How do I give this solo 10 Thumbs up. Amazing. Thank you.

[@drummerszone]

Perhaps you like this one as well: video 2: Jeff Hamilton plays & records 'Time Passes On' with brushes solo A song written by Jeff as an ode to his drum teacher. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jaWViXt9ZrOqoJI

[@robertbrindamour8309]

Thank you Jeff.

[@TheMatthew5252]

Simply stunning!!

[@passionearmiariacompressa883]

this man has a great sound and timing. I have several CDs with Mr. Hamilton and believe me everywhere he plays there is great music

[@WarrenHenry]

Flawlessly great thanks

[@drummerszone]

Thank you too!

[@dwightfriesen7297]

Truly a master at his craft! 🥁🥁

[@DrummerScandinavia]

Just an absolute joy to listen and watch this guy! Amazing!

[@jamescrouse3779]

I have never heard Jeff Hamilton. Wow, I have missed out! What a treat to hear and watch this!

[@drummerszone]

Hi James, awesome you enjoyed this! We have a lot more with Jeff Hamilton. This is the playlist with all the videos from that evening, including some fun stories and lessons he shares: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gF7YqZhujc-aibM

[@walterhellenbosch902]

❤​@@drummerszone

[@stevej1910]

The subtleties are just astounding. Could spend a lifetime failing to learn all he does seemingly effortlessly.

[@MrReceo]

Holy shit. Been sleeping on Jeff Hamilton. Wow.

[@drummerszone]

We're glad you liked it! You can watch more from this session with Jeff here (it's real fun as well!): kzbin.info/www/bejne/gF7YqZhujc-aibM

[@482jpsquared]

Such fluidity!

[@adambuczek5878]

Who of the contemporary chops drummers can play like him?? Nobody😘😘😘😘😘

[@kimbeomcheol]

Fantastic Drum

[@normandydrumstudios]

Not a single can dislike this masterpiece

[@joseph-ow1hf]

Just got of phone w/ my soon to be drum teacher who recommended this guy. I can see why he has such respect. Talk about 'in the pocket' Wow.

[@luigipedulla3419]

Non mi stancheró mai di rivedere e riascoltare le meraviglie di questo artista/batterista, Jeff Hamilton the best!

[@TheOlvan]

I'm lucky to be able to say I got a lesson from this man. Great teacher, great player!

[@drummerszone]

You lucky! The session of this evening was kind of like a special drum lesson. Jeff had some serious good talks between the takes. We added them in the channel where this vid is stationed: kzbin.info/aero/PLmURLYaBbyc0LQCkATvrPUG1GK4n_46gL

[@jonashellborg8320]

The solo is cool, loved the hand drumming, the samba comping is also amazing, how Jeff supports the melody and drives the rhythm from the snare drum comping. It’s almost like it’s both comping and part of the beat. And the beautiful changes in timbre throughout the song adds so much richness to the song.

[@Mathstrade]

Thats the most insane drumming I think I have ever seen am late to the party I looked him up after seeing alot of Diana Krall stuff glad I found this thank you

[@drummingnuts]

Absolutely lovely! Great musician! Jeff is an AMAZING drummer!!!

[@Thedrummersalmanac]

Yeah Jeff... That was beautiful... I enjoyed the hell out of that. Great playing.

[@George_Pueblo]

That is indeed a storytelling drum solo. Thank you for the music 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@onceovereasy1529]

Yep simply stated Jeff is the best at so many levels..the pro's pro!

[@terrydrums]

This is JH’s planet. The rest of us are just taking up space.

[@mikestang679]

Silky smooth............atta boy!

[@Han-Solo459]

Absolutely brilliant. 😊

[@bobbydale1938]

Pure connected soul and technique

[@NAVYJOHN]

Simply the best. Rock on Jeff! J. Liranzo sends...

[@Atarijunkie72]

That ride patterns... incredible 👍

[@Darragh11Gorman]

Wow! Love his playing so much.

[@UlfMickaelWahlgren]

Fantastic! Thank's for this.

[@williamkjwilliamkj1815]

Brilliant performance!

[@gianlucaderosa2947]

My favorite modern drummer players

[@renatocrapanzano9395]

Amazing drummer !!! Great great great

[@jorgestramusic]

Jeff Hamilton is such an elegant and gifted musician!... and Tamir Hendelman is a Capo di tutti!

[@petewangen-groovedrummer8083]

This is amazing work.

[@thebeatlabmusic749]

WOW! Beautifully done, sir! Bravo!

[@danfelixmusic2536]

Jeff is such a phenomenal musician. His playing leaves me in awe...🥁✌

[@genewilliams617]

Great brush work. Love the traditional grip left hand technic. EXCELLENT hands solo. Nice touch with the ring on the cymbal. Subtle and effective.

[@drummerszone]

Thank you very much! There are more videos from this session with Jeff, and some seriously funny ones as well: kzbin.info/aero/PLmURLYaBbyc0LQCkATvrPUG1GK4n_46gL Thanks for watching Gene!

[@jdubhman]

Holy wowzers.

[@charleseaton402]

Incredible!

[@longfade]

What a masterful performance. Carrying the torch for Mel Lewis, John jon Ohlen, Sonny Payne, Jake Hanna, etc., in a big way, while still sounding only like Jeff Hamilton.

[@bummblebeesinacanwow4769]

what a gloriously perfect ride cymbal...

[@themikefasano]

FYI whole video is incredible! From the start! WOW! #RealJeffTruth!

[@ibleebinU]

Wonderful musician and music. It's a real shame that there are no jazz stations in the Boston area and only 1 classical staion.

[@santih5043]

A true master of the drum set.

[@SteveHynes]

Just beautiful! 👌

[@trafalgerdavis7839]

A total pro. Love the blazer!!

[@_beatslayer_]

Wow. Easily one of my fave straight-ahead trios. The Hammer droppin it as always!

[@karlhungus5554]

I know nothing about drumming, but I know this was incredible. I first learned about Jeff from watching him perform with Diana Krall 20-something years ago. He was incredible then and even more so now. I wish I'd learned to play a musical instrument when I was young. Even if I didn't do it professionally, it seems like such fun.

[@ryfipassword]

Unbelievable groove

[@ernieenesi448]

Great musicians, JH unbelieveable skills.

[@bradgiaimo9213]

Class personified...nuff said.

[@DennisCaffey]

Beautiful playing and musicality. Thank you Mr. Hamilton!!

[@JimsMusicLegacy]

This guy has amazing jazz drumming technique. Talk about relaxed and effortless. I'm jealous.

[@PAD___]

Well....that was perfct in every way! Thanks!

[@frankbrenner4852]

This is so good I had to take like three breaks because it was too much for me to take in. Why haven't I head of this dude? He's one of the most dexterous, musical drummers I've ever seen.

[@aaronreeves8376]

So fluid, so fluent so relaxed, great performance thx!

[@drummerszone]

Glad you enjoyed it! Here are more videos from that session: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gF7YqZhujc-aibM

[@jazzdrummer000]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍................Masterpiece!!!

[@marcostoffoli]

The nearest to perfection in drums! And I'm Brazilian! Think I've never heard something like this around here!