Omar Hakim - Milestones (HQ)

Buddy Rich Memorial Concert
Ritz Theater in New York City on April 8, 1991

[@ikkenhisatsu7170]

I've been a drummer for over 50 years and Omar Hakim is one of the best I've ever seen. Unreal.

[@jamessteen6667]

Actually peter erskine is my fav, thing is i dont kno if omar could do steely dan!!!?? Look up like ampatheatre w/ erskine he fn killed it, is that hes bag ahh no Hes kinda the go to guy on all geners

[@KONAMAN100]

I'd say one of the best and most moving drum performances of all time, by anybody.

[@clankford2]

Omar ain't no joke. His "touch" around the kit is world-class. I will never get tired of his playing.

[@eldergeektromeo9868]

Me too! He is one of the smoothest, and best!

[@calijazzvoice]

Omar plays with such precision and skill. I'm a long time fan.

[@jimbosteen2935]

Such an elegant player 😍

[@mikeao54]

For every drummer out there who moves their arms around like Animal from the Muppets. They should look at this. This is one of the best examples of efficient use of motion and body movement in drumming I have ever seen. Omar's technique blows me away every time.

[@vincentbuonora8477]

Look at Steve Marcus smiling! you can’t get a better compliment than that!. Imho Omar is a World Music type of jazz drummer and his style puts me somewhere between the Caribbean to the Pacific to Africa….Not a tuxedo guy….doesn’t have to be….His energy is infectious! His personality shines warm and happy….

[@MrJesseG123]

this is the only Buddy Rich memorial performance where I saw the drummer actually communicate with the soloist on dynamics, and on the change of groove. Omar, you clearly have an outstanding feel for the music. One of the best I've seen.

[@paulbentley2709]

Have to be some drummer to play like that with so much exuberance, joy, freedom, skill, flair, watching all the band, freaking amazing performance in his prime. Cool af.

[@paulkelly154]

Omar's one of my favorites. Great chops, great touch, and so musical. Truly one of the greats.

[@paulfamechon]

His work with Sting took him out of the studio and into the realms of legend.

[@TheEleatic]

Hakim is to music what butter and cream are to cooking. One of my top three favourite drummers along with Al Foster and Aaron Scott. I could listen to him forever and never get bored.

[@jaystrass8608]

By far the best tribute to Buddy, no body else kicked that much ass, and if that didn't make u move than nothing will. Beautiful.

[@MalikEmmanuel]

Buddy made you want to move?

[@CM-nd7mx]

Coming into the comment 6 years later. Omar was incredible here - really showcased his talent. I will say that Mr. Chambers I believe is right up there. Would've been awesome to see Omar and Dennis play during the same tribute.

[@Frapzoid]

Omar is truly one of the best. Rock drummers can play with power but no finesse. Much harder to play with finesse. Omar plays with as much power and finesse as you will ever need. He played with Weather Report among other bands. Weather Report always had good drummers to play their demanding music. Manu Katché is another great drummer to check out.

[@hickoryhop]

Frapzoid Matt Cameron plays with finesse.

[@PUBHEAD1]

Swinging it with mostly matched grip. Omar is a beast

[@adriantiley6660]

I saw Omar at The Royal Albert Hall with Sting on The Dream of the Blue Turtles tour, a dream band! His touch, as exemplified on Shadows In The Rain, was a watershed moment for me, awakening me to the true artistry and musicality of what a drummer needs to achieve. One of the GOATs, and hey, predominantly matched grip!!

[@KONAMAN100]

this is not just playing the drums. the man is totally in tune with this type big band performance he's really in sync with the whole sound, the music, the groove, the spirit, everything. Exceptional drumming I haven't seen him better before, he elevated himself brilliant, it's why later he got to play with people like Sting. That's a world class performance tonight folks.

[@bourgeoisbrats]

Indeed. He's always had those "big ears" for the music and his fellow musicians on the stage. He doesn't just play the kit...he "comps" :-)

[@rosshart9514]

Totally agree. He's supporting the composition and the band without being prominent and at the same time he enriches and intensifies, adds so much groove to the performance. Oh, how I adore his drumming!

[@ModernLove100]

He already was a renowned jazz drummer and played with Sting years before this.

[@KONAMAN100]

@@ModernLove100 I saw him with Sting at the NEC back in those days, Sublime.

[@ModernLove100]

@@KONAMAN100 The 3 instrumental tracks from his solo album are excellent and what you really wanna see is a Weather Report show with Omar Hakim behind the drums.

[@whyyeseyec]

Let`s have a hand for that bass player. That guy was cookin`.

[@brax08224]

facts

[@AHOY_MATEY]

Haha. He was wasnt he!

[@imadchikh5177]

It's lovely drummer & hi quality technique .thanks Mr Omar .

[@darkdrum1968]

Omar Rock’s the shit out of this, as only he can. Wonderful human being too!

[@cc-zn2ty]

These people are so in sync their talent is just beyond ridiculous. I can only shake my head in despair to hear the garbage that is played on the radio presently.

[@rosshart9514]

Since I watched this I know what superb drumming is. Great tune and band btw.

[@tamer4881]

Omar hakim is a great drummer,,,he is fcking lovely,

[@donleblanc5661]

matched grip, traditional, whatever it takes to get the job done. I met Omar after a Weather Report concert, he's just amazing.

[@doce7606]

Big band is where the real action is and Mr Hakim is driving that group nicely and playing all the big lines ! I love his loose and effortless open-handed style and rockin' hats... wish i could drum in a big band like that ... marvelloso !

[@michaelfraters4650]

Always loved Omar, great technique, musicality, spirit, and joy when playing. First saw/heard of him with Sting and his first solo album. After his modern drummer interview (in 1984 with Terry Bozzio the cover) I went and got his work with Weather report, John Scofield, etc. Such a great player! I have to admit I enjoy his earlier work because he was a drummer/musician rather then doing the solo albums and singing but man what a package! Required listening!

[@gaspo2180]

You can see the JOY that Omar has in his eyes. He and Steve are saying "is this great or what " ?? How do you come down after a show like this ? Must take hours !!

[@richardmurphy8744]

The Man is a groove eater! , Only Drummers know about this, Listen and watch!

[@volpeverde6441]

I play bass....but HERE is my FAVOURITE drummer....the energy/feel in weather report and joe zawinal's dustbin lid that became part of OMAR'S kit....

[@DreadyDiggs]

My gosh that bass part is a workout also haha. I am a reggae bass player but been heavy into big band lately.

[@randyporter3491]

This guy is killing it, in spite of the musings of the keyboard experts who choose to spout their distain, because “they” can do it better (horse s**t !). This piece was technically amazing. And this bass player holy s**t !

[@jaystrass8608]

By far the best tribute to Buddy, no body else kickedon that much ass, and if that didn't make u move than nothing will. Beautiful.

[@5amJones69]

+Jay strass Are you onto JoJo Mayer? I'm not saying he's a buddy rich tributer or anything but he's certainly a modern pioneer of drum techniques. If you like slow grooves too, check out the drummer for Hiatus Kaiyote.

[@ThePanospeter1986]

When i first heard omar hakim with weather report on the album procession i immediately fell in love with his playing!! He was the reason i got a passion with the drums!!! One of my all time favorite drummers alongside with steve smith, terry bozzio, dave weckl....

[@jimbosteen2935]

Dude u have to include Erskine, I mean talk about cool grooves

[@jamesconnors5653]

Perfect technique, and humble as well.

[@pilsnrimgaard2507]

The first exposure I had to this dude Omar was john Schofields album "still warm" this cat can shred for sure!

[@TheDrummer51]

Brother's In Arms, by Dire Straits was my first listen to him.

[@MrRezRising]

@@TheDrummer51 Me too, but at the time I didn't know it was him. Sting's Dream of the Blue Turtles with Englishman etc was the first time I heard his name. Manu Katche came next, then Vinnie, Gadd, Morganstein, Weckle. Peart.... What a great time, to hear them all for the first time.

[@TheDrummer51]

@@MrRezRising you've got great taste in drummers, man!

[@MrRezRising]

@@TheDrummer51 Gotta throw this out there: Robbie Robertson's album from 1987-8ish has Amazing Manu K. work. Somewhere down the Crazy River. Bozzio's on it too. 👍👍

[@MrRezRising]

@@TheDrummer51 Thanks. 😁

[@drumninmer34]

Incredible performance! Here's a fun fact and I'm sure no one will believe me but my next-door neighbor, Brian Chase, who used to play drums professionally as a studio drummer, claims that he grew up with Omar as drummer buddies, out of the same neighborhood and still maintains relations with him to this day.

[@tenzingsherpa5447]

28 jacklegs are still working their way through Carmine Appice's "Realistic Rock".

[@KayZee1957]

That is funny!

[@roromoho]

I love Carmine Appice !

[@nameloss]

@@roromoho same

[@hamauekatsuhiko809]

Scott Wendholt on Trumpet, and legend Tenor Steve Marcus! I love.

[@ericbush6124]

Love love this song Miss Miles Omar great job great job impeccable Drumming Brother

[@larkstonguesinaspic4814]

Love his style of playing

[@cosmoparkour1933]

Your missing the point--who cares what he's wearing ---it's an awesome display of his fantastic expression--I love the way he plays with his ability--can't you tell he's having a ball--that's what it's all about--I love him--always have

[@JeffreyMiddelveld]

4:24, that moment when he makes that buzz and his smile disappears, so friggin' perfect. Love this performance thought, unbelievable piece of art.

[@clankford2]

Thank you marcosfo for posting these HQ videos of Omar Hakim. The most influential drummer of my drum journey. Listen for how infectious Omar's feel is to the rest of the band.

[@MrBuzzoVerde]

i love his drum style and i love how he is dressed :))

[@ppaulcall]

46 THUMBS DOWN??? As far as playing goes... Hahahaha, come on guys. If you can destroy a set like this and just oooze amazing ability, OK, then say something. If not... Shhhhhh... Master performance... ...and yes, dude is so amazing, he can ham it up for the camera when most of us would be a sweaty mess and probably wearing a tuxedo which would limit our mobility and cause some type of injury? ;) The clothing comment when I first read it was a bit much, but when I actually thought about it, the rest of these Orchestra cats are suited up - maybe a shirt with a collar could get a passing grade on dress code? And I say this only because my wife would tear my ass up if I wore a T-Shirt to a gig like this... Haha. The era that Buddy Rich played in - those guys played in suits. As always, Omar Hakim - amazing. Utmost respect.

[@donovanjones4175]

His work with weather report still gives me chills

[@carolyn22711]

Omar is a beast on them drums. I love it when he let loose and express himself. Awesome. One!

[@blueocean21042]

Omar, one of my all time favorites!

[@danielbrown_music7263]

Me too

[@XxStrongDrums1996xX]

"Had he been in Buddy's band, he would have been fired ON THE SPOT" Good thing he wasn't in Buddy's band, right? If Hakim was listening to a band leader, you bet that he'd show up presented the way his boss desired, but Hakim is his own boss here. There's a multitude of reasons why he may have shown up in such casual attire, but they don't concern me. The playing is what matters here.

[@SuperMusicology101]

this tunes makes me feel the soul of Jazz thank you Miles and Omar!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@gryspinzetorgur2727]

holy shit! He's improvising!!!

[@DiegoFerreira-ok1wl]

Gryspin Zetorgur Thats jazz.

[@SuperiorSwagon1]

His cymbals and toms are HUGE!

[@77prflood]

Omar is a mad man on drums

[@gravitydrums1391]

Yes he does.. I also love his fluidity.

[@JuanAyalaUu]

Tremendo músico!!! Puede tocar todos los estilos y ritmos. Maestro!!!

[@DiegoFerreira-ok1wl]

Juan Ayala Por algo Miles Davis se fijo en el.

[@stananderson7103]

Omar is truly a master of technique and soul.

[@criticalmass613]

Watching Omar Hakim play is like watching an owl catch his prey.

[@KONAMAN100]

Joyous playing fluid spontaneous masterclass - brilliant

[@davenaus3469]

You can do it with a matched grip! Nice work Bro!

[@drummaman1]

The power of the fanny pack compels you....

[@davidbrewster723]

Oh, MAN, that's funny!

[@rolandedrummer9723]

That totally dates it too. IF I had no idea when this was filmed I would only have to look at the bladder bag! haha

[@drumsNstuff79]

Yes! I was totally going to say something but I'll let you take this one! Omar is amazing.. that friggin fanny pack would would be in my way if I was playing! I bet it is a good place to keep drum keys though.. lol

[@divamoltheromanticnihilist4215]

hahahaha

[@babyjesuslovesme1219]

That’s what happens when you have excess awesomeness, you need more places to store it

[@TheEleatic]

Pure dynamite-from everyone.

[@clarkewi]

I love that kind of drumming. Pure American.

[@jordanleng204]

Love the trombone playing the lick at 2:20

[@Bob-nu3xe]

drummers learn from Listening to other drummers, whatever your level your at you can learn a lot from this guy

[@dmreeoogdaq]

This is what you call IN the music. DEEEEP.

[@presidentsanta4785]

that was a piece of beautiful!!

[@ernestadams9283]

Buddy Rich memorial concert 1991

[@ssw77west]

Just fantastic!

[@jiyujizai]

この曲をこの編成で聴きたかった。😃ナイス😆👍✨

[@flavortown7652]

i can't even begin to comprhend how he is able to do that swing beat so fast

[@modres]

Dude is awesome!

[@heiwajima7777]

何度見ただろうか？この神動画を

[@Joeskateapool]

I love this! This and the Slo Funk with Omar's solo is such inspiring work! His interpretation of these tunes is really cool. At 4:53 when you see the look on the sax players face as he watches Omar is awesome. Music!!!!!!!

[@MichaelVLang]

Omar is just amazing.

[@kikumushi1965]

この頃のオマー、ほんとかっこ良かったよなー。もう30年も前かぁ。

[@phreeky5497]

Superlative playing. Transcendence is powerful stuff!

[@BBT609]

STEVE MARCUS...Buddys right hand man for any solo!

[@AAndrews1968]

This reminds me of a great CD that Harvey Mason released a few years ago. It was titled With All My Heart, and it featured some amazing performances with some equally brilliant musicians. Anyone who loves this type of music should check it out. Amazing stuff...

[@skinnyman1434]

Percussive Eutopia. Omar.... Wethanksya.

[@eddiebronston]

One of my fave Miles tunes!!

[@MegaLJ3]

absolutely irreplaceable.

[@zim1966]

My first intro to Omar was w/ Bowie in the late 70's

[@AlainMulder]

Beautiful!

[@K.i.n455]

*Вкусно * работает !!!!!!👍👍👍👍👍👍🙋🙋🙋💯💯💯👂👂👂🎵🎵🎵🎼🎼🎼✌️

[@rhinomechanics8423]

Friggin' Omar !!! wow ! ...l0l

[@rudydepodesta9267]

Omar...my hero!!!

[@simonl1785]

Mr Peart and Mr Calhoun played at this gig too if i remember correctly

[@MegaRudeBoy69]

He doesn't play in time, time bends to his whims.

[@RafikMankariosDrumStudio]

Omar, you nasty @#$& you!! Amazing!!!

[@xlarge7370]

Great playing

[@MacMic333]

Haha...great feel.The band love him.

[@Kevin-kr5ok]

Love my 5x13 Mahogany snare !

[@taikoking1]

jaw dropping amazing!

[@hermittlive]

In my view...NAILED IT!!

[@gsoltis29]

Totally blew my mind.....

[@JorgeMadafacka]

It's interesting how drumsets and their sound have evolved over the decades: by then the trend was several, huge power toms with clear heads and the ride cymbal up high and inclined (Weckl and Simon Phillips used to do the same). Now you see most of the elite drummers with smaller toms -mostly with coated heads- and cymbals just slightly inclined.

[@horbergus]

Considering how great music they play, I don't think he would have given a damn

[@sitarnut]

Bass cat is TOTAL.

[@MadhusudanRaman]

This sounds great.

[@powmia343]

do I need to explain why he is my favorite drummer? I think not lol. rockin that Danny pack while playin... AMAZINGNESS!!!! love me some good omar

[@cloberth]

That cat's on fire!