Jeff Porcaro play Michael McDonald - I Keep Forgettin' (One-take / Sigth-reading / Drum cover)

[@rafanj824]

Groove for days. Jeff was a magician, he was that type of musician that don't need to do stupidly complex things to be good, "only" outstanding feeling and efficiency. And you captured that feeling perfectly.

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thank you RAFA

[@ChrisPatrick-q6k]

Yeah, the Halftime Shuffle grove is like that, simple, but you could spend a year trying to perfect it, and still miss the way Jeff played it.

[@asor8037]

I love Jeff Porcaros minimalism. I also love Gospel Chops, Vinnie Colaiuta solos, and black metal blasting. Must be something wrong with me!

[@janvanardoen9531]

@@ChrisPatrick-q6k Not if you analyze the sound well and have the ear to recreate it.

[@ChrisPatrick-q6k]

@@janvanardoen9531 Do it, and share.

[@BumbleBeeson]

I wish I could like this twice. Amazing.

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thanks! Subscribe, it will be like two likes😂

[@bromin6]

And he is reading this and playing it with this degree of musicality and feel. Amazing

[@Thegamercat420]

Man, the funk on this song is unreal.

[@ottovonnekpunch1268]

Another IMPECCIBLE performance from this drummer! And yes, his timing and feel is top-shelf; I can't help but notice he is SIGHT-READING da sh$t outta the chart before him! No, he's not looking down or looking where his hands need to go during each phrase or before turnaround. At all times, his eyes are straight ahead and focused on the chart before him! Top-notch studio artist, indeed! 💯

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thanks a lot !!🙏🙏 I am a drum teacher and I have been training for 20 years! I love practicing sight reading, it’s something I do daily 😁

[@maria-lena5919]

Damn impressive 👏 👌

[@roberth2227]

I agree with the comment below. Jeff never believed in drum solos, and was very comfortable playing in the pocket. And that song is not easy to play. For those who covered for Jeff on this tune after his demise, you could always tell that somethign was missing. But this guy did a great job. Well done!

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

completely agree with you. And thank you!!!

[@paulpascuzzi5497]

Not only is your site reading impressive but your ability to feel the grove via your natural rhythm is what I notice most here. Many drummers could read that sheet music but would play it robotically. Your feel behind the kit is what makes this piece unique. Very well done.

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thank you very much!!

[@maria-lena5919]

Totally agree ~ amazing!

[@blulinx]

This brought tears to my eyes! That was sublime, mad respect!

[@davidgpeterson]

JP was a master of the hat. Unmatched. Amazing cover.

[@fabriziovincitorio9377]

Love this level of skills, technique, professionality, sound and...soul!!!

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Wow, thank you!

[@benfrewin9926]

Absolutely superb.

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Many thanks!

[@simes205]

Jeff dropped a stick on take 2, this is the one on the record.

[@deadshot4245]

everytime i play it i drop a stick in honor

[@ORLOSTguy]

@@deadshot4245 I can't play drums, so I just drop a stick in honor. In all seriousness, Jeffrey was THE MAN. Groove. Timing. Served the music. And a super humble human being. I miss him a lot. Thank God we still have his music and playing.

[@juancarlosvasquezurena5999]

One in one thousand millions.

[@jackwoods9604]

Facial Expressions Definitely Looks Like You Were Feeling This...Great Job You Look Like a Natural

[@ronjon5386]

Love this grove. Jeff played some of the most iconic tracks. Boz S and JOJO is another that comes to mind. I play these groves a lot

[@garden0504]

Sir, perfecto! And I appreciate you showing us your sight reading. Spot on and a great song!

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

thanks a lot! I like practicing sight reading!!

[@paravervideos]

3:21 ese doble golpe en el bombo😍 tal cual como el original, la m´susica un lenguaje universal! Thanks for sharing

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thank a lot! it's a real pleasure to play Jeff Porcaro!

[@birchply023]

very tasteful playing .

[@richardhernandez488]

Jeff Porcaro legend stage musician. His drum kit masterpiece for Boz Scaggs..."Lowdown " at his best!

[@Eltrollfutbolero]

Jeff 😢we miss you still ❤

[@kaderkhouni1947]

Perfect

[@Asly65]

Bien que Steve Gadd soit mon idole, Jeff était un immense batteur. Paix à son âme.

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Des batteurs avec un son, un groove, un timing de fou et avec juste se qu'il faut. Pour ma part Vinnie Colaiuta 😁

[@AlbertMaruggi]

the part I love in this song is at 3:37 what the hell is that a triplet with the kick drum, Dang is killer - super well done

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thank you!!!

[@ratamacue6276]

Excellent job! You executed the one-handed sixteenth notes on the hi-hats with such precision. I love Porcaro’s interview with some Musician’s Institute students (the video is on KZbin) where he discusses playing this song and how he felt like his arm was going to fall off playing that groove on the hats.

[@Viewsonic61]

Top notch performance by a drummer clearly at the top of his profession. Love the rhythmic motion in his style of play, almost looks like he’s dancing with the drum kit. Really nice!!

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thanks a lot ! I am very touched by your comment. This is the first time people say that I dance well, being a very bad dancer 😜

[@deadshot4245]

earned a sub for having a pocket fatter than jinco jeans great job i very rarely compliment someone playin a porcaro track because they never hit the feeling correct. id hire you in an instant because impeccable playing and sense of feeling with the attention to details that some drummers often leave to the side in preference for ego fills. You are a real drummer not a show boat

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

thank you very much! it makes me very happy... I tried to play as sincerely as possible, respecting JP's work

[@deadshot4245]

absolutely nailed it he would be smiling big time and moving to the groove @@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838

[@markallen351]

Very nice playing -Thanks

[@enricomarconi8358]

Whoa… what a groove man!! Keep this up!!

[@samdaa140]

Passion, groove, précision. Impressionnant. Merci .

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Merci beaucoup Sam!

[@totogroove]

Bravo!

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thank you 🙏

[@Cline3911]

Damn. What a cover. I wish I could be this good. Unfortunately I don't have the talent this man has.

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thanks a lot 🙏

[@jacer259]

Great job- new subscriber

[@wtorules4743]

Excellent skills and groove.

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thanks for listening

[@mauriciomendivelsovillaqui3565]

What an AMAZING cover of that song. Impressive. Subscribed.

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thank you very much for your support! 🙏 Check out my latest Chaka Khan video 😊

[@park171]

You did this one total justice…

[@kevintownsend3840]

The way a drummerr should be in the pocket and tight Bravo Jeff 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

😁

[@Maximill888]

Outstanding!

[@audionmusic2787]

You’re hired. I have a fantasy of leading a band with each member as talented as you. Dreams…🌜

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Wow, thank you

[@Madminute1968]

Excellent, your sight-reading was quite impressive*******

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thank you!

[@meecob]

A drummer who respects style rather than a million notes in one bar. Noice!

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

THANKS MAN!

[@meecob]

@@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838 your quite welcome. Good to see these days.

[@VeronicaNolan-c9g]

Ohhhh Nice one , excellent ♥️

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thank you very much

[@VeronicaNolan-c9g]

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[@VeronicaNolan-c9g]

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[@petervandolah5322]

Just excellent ! ...

[@Cantst10]

Damn dude this is amazing, im sure jeff would approve too 🥁👌

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thank you. i'm glad you like it.

[@CoryProducts]

Excellent!

[@DNixon845]

Channeling that Porcaro👍 Real smooth playing.

[@HuckFinn212]

You really nailed it! Great hihat!

[@indy1936]

Most impressive...what a groove, Jeff would be proud , Man...!

[@gabrielecovottaformatore7877]

Good job! Great!!!

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thank you so much 😀

[@tonyawilliams1813]

I love IT!!! Good Job you're Great on Those DRUMS!!!

[@dustinp1164]

Dang, great cover. I zoned out and forgot I was listening to a drum cover LOL

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

😁

[@guus007]

And that’s how it’s done

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Big thanks to you!

[@rogue_luko]

Smooth and sleek rendition bro!

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thank you man!

[@danielfadd]

Excellent groove .Well done .

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Many thanks!!

[@davidsuprenant893]

Your an outstanding player,got that porcaro groove 4sure.ya nailed it pal.!

[@ChrisPernaDrums]

High quality right there. Sounds great.

[@PleaseRelaxxx]

Excellent bro. Wow, man. Great job.

[@stevo8869]

Nailed it bruh!😎

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Many thanks!

[@sonicart1808]

Bravo sir!

[@BobsPlumbingVideos]

Beautifully Done...👍

[@wellnessweek3912]

Excellent job dude!!

[@Ethel_Red]

So very tight..

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thanks for listening

[@morganyoungisplayingdrums]

Nicely done.

[@gregutz4284]

Porcaro Pocket baby

[@dno702]

Amazing

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thank Danny

[@andreatalon9638]

Nice Job 🙂👍👍💪

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thanks ✌

[@VictorAlbatross]

This is great

[@franciscomrojas]

Excelente amigo, tocas muy bien la batería.

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Gracias 🥁

[@arsinoeivlostprincess4228]

Wow Fantastic. I was wondering how you were going to handle the bass drum at the end and you did fantastic.

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

😁😁

[@jean-philippeallart-vt5ui]

Superbe maitrise

[@jmuggs8529]

I felt that bro !👊🏿

[@birchply023]

Nice tight groove

[@fabrceconga]

yeeesss!!!!

[@youvetube]

Killed it 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@nomoreblitz]

You're playing great.

[@rodneyramirez603]

That’s what real musicians do and what we’re paid for! Come in. sight read, get paid and gone! No take after take even for improvisation…studio musicians don’t get paid for bullshitting. Porcaro was a studio musician and you got the best from him…no questions! Toto was full of studio musicians and believe me their albums didn’t take months and months to write and record!

[@wbrockstar9550]

To add to this comment.Jeff was also known for (probably the best at it to) laying down the perfect track in either one or two takes and always livened up every session he showed up to.

[@deadshot4245]

and he would also call in other drummers if he wasnt feeling the track and thought someone else could do it better. he would end his time for the artist but hang out and help still while also giving other drummers huge chances to be on massive songs too. its a real shame dirt bags are still on earth but this man is not a true inspiration of what to strive for in all aspects of life @@wbrockstar9550

[@janvanardoen9531]

@@wbrockstar9550 But he prepared thoroughly before. It's not as if he saw the part the first time when he got to the studio.

[@beckyhenson6459]

Nice!!!

[@eunicemurray8482]

Rhythm on track

[@babihori]

Uauuuuu!!!!

[@samcherry120]

smoov!

[@eelco9547]

Relax 😉 ! The beat is not running away... don´t chase it.

[@alec-s]

Drum part is so in tune with the music it comes out from sticks by itself, could'nt be played any better

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

i'm glad to read that. Thanks a lot 🙏🥁

[@kathymarshall5751]

I think so .

[@Ewandrums]

How do you get the drumless tracks

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

it's not a drumless! I play on the original track.

[@DWH072]

I’d have to ice down my right wrist for a month after that grove.

[@ddf235]

Tight as a Swiss clock, or should I say a French clock!

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

😂🤣 exactly that!

[@ddf235]

@@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838 Excellent cher ami! Tu m’as convaincu par ton jeu de me joindre à ton site KZbin.

[@Tewhill357]

Smewve music.

[@carlsagan2299]

That right hand has to work a lot.

[@palmsofdestin1]

"sight"

[@rupalang2331]

was you schooled by an old person? Left underhand

[@evgeddyvangerven6108]

Reading notes? Dont see that like ever .

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

I listen to the music once and then I start reading the score. I play the music only once and I put the video on KZbin. if you want I did the same thing on music by Phil Collins, go watch 😉

[@evgeddyvangerven6108]

@@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838 your an exellent drummer

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

@@evgeddyvangerven6108 oh merci beaucoup !

[@willowwale2000]

This is NOT Jeff Pocaro

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Oh really? 😂

[@Diesel0807]

Well since your title comes off a little bit chest beaty ill give an honest critique.. not bad but your flamming all over the place here especially all the fills but also a lot of the beats, obviously its very hard to get the beat placement right when playing anything jeff did, i like how you dropped the kick into the backbeat like he does to punctuate a bar, most people miss these little things, he really had an ability to drop everything late and a hihat tilt that was one of a kind. Im not bagging on your playing your got great skill, its a really tough track to play

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

Thank you for your feedback and your honesty. I agree with you. This is a sight reading practice video, it was my first time playing this music. It's difficult to play JP to perfection, that's why it remains the best!! thanks again.

[@studiogerk]

Maybe a bit nit-picky but this feels like it's pushing too much ahead of the beat. One of the amazing things that Gadd does is that he can play right on the beat or behind the beat and make it feel so laid back. This does not feel laid back. It feels pushed in most places. The choruses feel more "on the beat". None of it feels behind the beat/laid back like the original. (that said I could not do a better job!)

[@edgreened]

Ain’t no groovin’

[@kinglui8171]

It´s sight reading, it is well played, it is very good. But no magic, no feel. Sight-reading. Every single note on the right place. But no magic.

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

unfortunately I'm not a magician like Jeff 😢. thank you for taking the time to watch my video

[@janvanardoen9531]

@@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838 I believe it's a question of tuning the kit and the type of equipment you use. Once i understood that , i ( and other drummers i know ) got very close. It makes you able to duplicate the sound , ghost notes and all.

[@matman9512]

Talk about being in the fuckin pocket!!!!! Nice

[@wswillett]

Now sing it.....oh, that is right

[@pulsedrumschoolbassindarca5838]

😂

[@juancarlosvasquezurena5999]

One in one thousand millions.