Next to You - The Police / Mia Morris /drum cover/ Nashville Drummer, Musician, Songwriter

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This is my first attempt at any sort of pre-save or email campaign. I know some of you have put your email in at my website but after two years, I still haven’t ever sent anything… I don’t have any good plans for that yet but I made this totally random video and I thought it would be a good excuse to learn how to use the show.co promotion page. I’m mostly just curious to see if anyone plays along and actually reads the descriptions I write. You certainly can ignore this whole idea.. but, the video does reveal some pretty important and serious secrets of mine so…
Back to the JAMS! Stewart Copeland - you already know how I feel. He wasn’t always perfect, especially in these early recordings but he was always musical and most importantly to me, so unique. I love trying to lock in with his, push the beat, style and creative choices. Having a singer and songwriter like Sting as part of the deal makes The Police, legendary. Next To You is a pretty early song in their writing and in the beginning, fast seemed to be high on the priority list. This seemed fine with Stewart because the live versions of this song are WAY faster :)
I’m 15 years old and I want to be a professional musician when I grow up. I try to play lots of instruments but the one that I feel most at home on is a drum set. I would say the only thing that impresses me more than a great musician is a great songwriter so I also spend some of my time trying to learn the magic of songwriting. I thought it would help me keep focused on music if I started a drum series where I learned a new song every couple of weeks. After 5 years, it’s now turned into a larger musical search but my goal hasn’t changed. Hopefully, I will keep doing it, keep loving music and keep getting better.
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[@russb3816]

You didn't miss one lick. You played this flawlessly. True talent right here folks. You are incredible Mia.

[@miamorrismusic]

Thanks Russ, that's very kind :)

[@davebeck8973]

She certainly is.

[@Cpgreene7]

I agree 1,00%!!!! I think she’s THE number one talent in ALL of music, period!!!

[@adamborgia]

Not only duplicated, but felt + played with exactely the same feeling/spirit. An impeccable musicianship. Bravo!

[@joegampa8540]

You are keeping our youth in touch with some of the greatest music that was ever made. Thank you for your love of the classics.

[@philt5782]

Amen to that sir

[@miamorrismusic]

I love this stuff! I sure hope I can bring it all back around someday..

[@ashantimoore3074]

⁰bbn jjk. M,?()))]]0 ,& 1

[@mikeg9b]

I love those flams in the beginning. It's like yelling, "Hey! ... Wake up!"

[@miamorrismusic]

That's an excellent description.

[@iansoberano5103]

Hello MIA I am a drummer too been playing for 29 years. Your drumming is amazing. Rock on girl!!!!

[@legman53]

I can tell by the huge smile on your face that, to you, drumming is better than sliced bread! Love watching you rock! Tim

[@leewinick]

Mia, I'm so pleased you took the time to reply. 1:35-1:45 in this video is a religious experience... And I'm not religious. It's impossible to get tired of listening to this song... After dozens of attempts ;) But that can be said about so much if not all your music. But this one's got to be my fave. Please keep it up and keep following your instincts !

[@edsorenson8212]

Great job, Mia. Pushin' it ahead like Copeland does it!

[@miamorrismusic]

That's a good way to put it. It really is something you have to think about, or maybe a way to describe it is feel.. If you are trying to play on top of his performance. He's one of a kind and I'm a fan.

[@crockett_lee6605]

Giving us the opportunity to witness your wonderful talent, is one of the highlights of my Friday😎

[@miamorrismusic]

(: Hope it's the start of a good weekend for you!

[@johngerson7335]

You're so fun to watch when you're slammin' a kit! Such a natural. Right on Mia.

[@miamorrismusic]

Thank you - this one is just a blast..

[@bamamoondog9039]

All I can say is... Excellent !!! Drums sounded great. Stewart Copeland would be proud !!!

[@miamorrismusic]

I really appreciate that Bama.. Did I see you win today?

[@vdLeo-je6os]

1:07 Oh my God!!!!!! She starts, get ready, set, go!! Congratulations girl!!

[@tysonleslie]

I hit thumbs up within 2 seconds because the fact that you're covering this song RULES!!!

[@rayhaynes2021]

Something else that would RULE is inviting Mia to play on kit at another Rare Hare! And let her play one on bass as well! 😁🤘💕😎

[@tysonleslie]

Ray Haynes she wasn’t available for this one. I already asked.

[@rayhaynes2021]

@@tysonleslie Dang! She's about the busiest kid I've ever known. When is the next one by the way?

[@miamorrismusic]

Tyson!! Hey man :D Very cool to see your name on here - thank you very much.

[@tysonleslie]

@@rayhaynes2021 December 2, Basement East

[@susanmaggiora4800]

You came in with the drums & I started singing“I Can’t stand it for another day,” but there was no Sting! 🤣 You’ve got great taste & fantastic chops. This was awesome 👏

[@miamorrismusic]

:) Thank you - it was a real challenge to try to make some sense of the live video of them as compared to the studio version of the audio.

[@HerenowGoneforever]

Speechless..bona fide rockstar beauty extradonaire...those pants..that hair..that smile...and that awesome rythym..gotta love it..great song choice..amazing as always..love ya ma.

[@Littledrummergirl2007]

This is lit! Rock on girl! 🤟🏽✌🏽👊🏽👏🏽👍🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

[@miamorrismusic]

Thank you!

[@Audioholics]

Yes you played ot perfectly Mia, no surprise. What surprises me everytime is the amount of joy you have. It's intoxicating to watch. Keep it up!

[@miamorrismusic]

Hard not to have a blast playing along with Stuart. I Love this one..

[@Audioholics]

@@miamorrismusic agreed. Try some Primus. They've got some good grooves too.

[@libertyjustice2703]

You play so effortlessly Mia. Im impressed.

[@miamorrismusic]

Thank you for giving it your time and for the kind comment.

[@joanofarcxxi]

Radical. Stewart Copeland is my most favorite drummer. You did it perfectly and I am sure he is impressed. Great to see a girl so badass and who likes The Police 🚨💗🌹🌼🤩💖

[@robadams5799]

I've been a fan of the Police since before she was born. I even remember watching "Don Kirshner's Rock Concert" late, late on Saturday nights.

[@rdcloutier]

Regatta de Blanc was an album I was addicted to as a child and it got me into drumming. Well, that and Rush's 'Moving Pictures". I had an older brother with great taste in music. You're killing it in this video. I was never this good at drumming. But can we talk about your pants in this video for a moment? I swear these were curtains in That 70's Show. God love ya, Mia Morris.

[@StevieG679]

Wow, Ohhhh the passion! Nice and awesome Mia! You rock!

[@tojafato]

I remember perfectly, at the end of the eighties, when the band came to give a concert to Portugal, in Lisbon at the club stadium where I practiced handball. That day, the day before the concert, at the end of the training our coach gave us a surprise that he went to see the "check-sound" of "The Police" 💥 ... - WOW! everything went crazy ... So, with great regret I could not see this concert but the day before I could hear and see it, "privately" :) for about 20 minutes🎼. It's a good recovery 😌 GV Mia🎼

[@marty01957]

Oh, Mia! You are so good! Always watching for your next video!

[@miamorrismusic]

Thank you Martin!

[@marty01957]

@@miamorrismusic You are very welcome, Young Lady! Happy Thanksgiving!

[@9lives1966]

Just incredible.....loved it

[@julieneubauer3725]

Absolutely awesome!!

[@scottallen9556]

There is nothing more inspiring than watching a musician absolutely nail a difficult song with the passion and joy you just displayed. Your work has payed off. 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@miamorrismusic]

Thank you Scott - this one was a total blast :)

[@roadsoup]

I'm old enough to have heard this when it was new. Awesome cover. You have so much energy and it's clear you enjoy the drums so much!

[@miamorrismusic]

Playing Stewart's parts is an absolute blast. I'm really glad you liked it.

[@Guardducks]

Really glad to see you begin CD the kit again . You rocked this one. I remember watching Don kirshner when i was younger or literally wss le having a free concert for free.

[@vincenzocassara2497]

Stewart Copeland rules... Bravissima Mia!! Congrats from Milan

[@AJeziorski1967]

So awesome! Watching Mia play is pretty much guaranteed to bring a smile to my face and gives me a new appreciation of drumming. Mia, you deserve to be massively successful.

[@nicolasmorales1746]

if that is music ... when I was your age I played those songs the police was so much fun ... and I keep doing it ... but not also how you do it !!! perfect.... Mia

[@miamorrismusic]

:) thank you Nicolas.

[@almightyantichrist]

Absolutely amazing...your song choices are so varied spot on...and your ability to play with such incredible attitude is a joy to watch...Thanks Mia!

[@miamorrismusic]

Thank you for taking the time to watch and say hey :)

[@francisco.enguita]

Superb, as always.... Got Coppeland's groove and all the beat.. Congratulations Mia. You rocks !!

[@Maidiac88]

Great job with this one! I'm so impressed by your talent. Thanks for sharing and brightening my day!

[@miamorrismusic]

love this song - thanks.

[@Mark-ks5tc]

I love that song. You're great!

[@katehamilton7240]

Just awesome. The Police were my first teenage love.

[@markricher7362]

Rock Concert, I use to watch that show all the time! Really great playing Mia!

[@miamorrismusic]

:) they look soooo young - thanks!

[@neilbevan4025]

That is truly amazing 😎

[@onyourmarkphoto]

Always a joy watching and hearing you drum. I dodnl;t think anyone looks like they are enjoying the music more than you. Keep up the great work.

[@miamorrismusic]

:) I do love to play..

[@stakebeddriver]

My son just started another band and I suggested that they cover this one... Although not sure if their drummer could pull it off. Kudos to you young lady!

[@LouieLouie3]

Love this song and the drums. Very nice.

[@DameTremonti]

Awesome taste in one of the greatest rock drummers ever. Nice one.

[@brentthompson3226]

Awesome cover !!! Love it !! Very pro,, love the vid put in behind,, good stuff !! Can't help but smile and tap ur feet watching this 👍👍👍

[@russb3816]

Omg! I'm such a stew Copeland fan. You are amazing! Awesome police song as well. Great job Mia

[@miamorrismusic]

Man, I'm totally with you. His playing is.. exciting!

[@johncorbin9599]

I always enjoy how much FUN registers on your face! Makes me want learn it!

[@miamorrismusic]

my favorite thing to do :)

[@daniellovelace5036]

Awesome right foot Mia! That was great,! Thanks girl you are doing great!

[@markedward6087]

simply mindblowing

[@miamorrismusic]

:)

[@RideOp74]

Once again I'm blown away by your talent, your charm and your magic smile. Seriously, KZbin needs a ❤ emoji. Thanks, Mia.

[@miamorrismusic]

Thanks for giving it your time and for the kind comment.

[@americanpancakelive]

I would argue that The Police never had a "reggae phase" but, girl, you absolutely killed it.

[@michaelthomas366]

The Clash, Joe Jackson, and Elvis Costello all incorporated reggae rhythms into their earlier songs as did the Police. It was part of being "new wave."

[@oulandos66]

Fantastic execution of this Police song -and I have been listening and playing this tune for over 35 years!)!!

[@beaumontlivingston5430]

Nice work! You always look like you're having so much fun playing drums. Keep it up!

[@miamorrismusic]

Thank you for taking the time to watch.

[@JimmyQuango]

BAM!!! Wow - you really got it Mia!! Wish i could the drums like you do it! Biggest like for your stunning perfromance and lots of greetings,, Jimmy

[@NagiBoustany]

Wonderful, refreshing and positive! You irradiate so much good vibes, much needed in today's world! I watched your various clips, saw you singing, playing guitar, keyboards, etc, but I have to be honest: for me personally, you are first and foremost a drummer, you are a NATURAL one, and I confess I fully resonate with your vibes while you're drumming! Thank you for providing me with such a joy from time to time when you post such drum covers, especially for my favourite bands such as Police or LEdZep or Beatles, etc... Rock on!

[@miamorrismusic]

Thank you for such a kind comment and I'd have to agree that the drums have always felt like home. I play all the others so I can make full recordings.

[@NagiBoustany]

@@miamorrismusic It shows that drums is the closest to your soul :) Your whole face and body language tells it all while you're drumming compared to when you're playing other instruments or singing! (Putting aside your mastering of the drums and high performance level versus when you hold a guitar or sit in front of a keyboard, I would do everything I possibly could to have you the drummer on my songs :) :)

[@drmher]

👍🏾 great playing!

[@neilbevan4025]

That is truly amazing 🤩 excellent cover of one of the greatest drummers ever 😎👍

[@lmw289]

Excellent job, Mia! This is one of the songs I learned to play bass on. I learned every Police album there was at the time because I loved their music and the bass lines were easy for me to learn. Keep up the awesome work!

[@miamorrismusic]

such a fun record, start to finish.

[@The.Last.Guitar.Hero.]

I play guitar bloody loved this but then Stewart Copeland is my favourite drummer

[@keithbowers4119]

Great job Mia !! Excellent cover and video as always,thanks !! : )

[@miamorrismusic]

Thank you Keith - fun song (:

[@sebastiantdf4352]

always incredible!!!! love this new cover, have an amazing weekend, full of shows and joy! hugs and stay positive Mia!!!

[@miamorrismusic]

You too Sebastian :D

[@divitdean2359]

Great job, Mia loved it.

[@miamorrismusic]

I'm glad - thanks Divit.

[@gator1376]

First let me apologize for my absence , but we had a bad Storm down here about a month ago and a tree fell through our roof and onto my car , so we are displaced for awhile and not really living a normal life. Anyway just thought I'd get on KZbin and watch a few videos to get my mind off things and you're my go to girl for entertainment. So thanks for getting my mind off things for awhile , always enjoy your music and talents.

[@miamorrismusic]

No reason to apologize. I hope things get back to a better way soon :)

[@skagit58]

Grew up with this music! Thank you for keeping it alive!!!👍👍👍

[@miamorrismusic]

my pleasure - I love it.

[@robertkroberjr.157]

This is when MTV used to be cool! Thank you Mia! 🤗❤️🌹

[@miamorrismusic]

my pleasure - you are welcome

[@douglasstreet7304]

OUTSTANDING ! I saw them in Milwaukee on their first U.S. tour.

[@lancewilson7651]

Yesss Love your playing and you are getting better Mia, Love the Police, great music. You're really talented and have Amazing original music, definitely be around for a long time and I'll be cheering you on all the way 🤗♥️❤💞‼🎵🎶🎼🥁🔊📲🙋‍♂️

[@miamorrismusic]

Thank you Lance and thank you very much for all the support on my original music!

[@noelgonzalez7390]

Wow...i remember that song...cool work

[@miamorrismusic]

It's a fun one!

[@hernanvalverde3693]

It must nice to play this song I have not heard it since the 80s You played it great and you make it look so easy

[@2MyPlayList]

Matching lipstick, top, and yoga pants! You forgot your would be signature look directly up! Fun song, great watching you play. I thought I was a pretty knowledgeable Police fan but I never heard this particular song. Thanks for broadening my horizons!

[@miamorrismusic]

My pleasure - glad you liked it!

[@stevenjaywilson1996]

Love this song awesome job

[@miamorrismusic]

Thank you Steven - me too!

[@flanissimo]

Amazing

[@MrSHowVIdeo]

my goodness i'm glad i found out this channel, so happy to see you enjoying it so much and rocking out af

[@miamorrismusic]

thank you for taking the time to watch and comment.

[@paolocampagnaro751]

Bravissima!!!!!!!!!!! Super !

[@MrAero164]

Amazing work! Huge fan of Copeland here, you really capture his energy.

[@TDRKB]

Your drumming gets better all the time! Its good to see you putting some feeling into it, too - you are having fun and that's is what it's all about!

[@miamorrismusic]

Thank you Kevin - I do love to play..

[@cesarcuadra7501]

beautiful and special

[@charlesabboud1613]

You totally nailed that Mia, superb job!!

[@rickyfhotos5429]

Amazing ✌️♥️ The police😘and mia Morris the drums superrrrr Themazo🔥🥁🥁🥁🥁😉

[@miamorrismusic]

Hey Ricard - thank you man!

[@hugogordillo4461]

Wow! Fabulous as always. Great cover Mia. Congrats and greetings dear lady.

[@miamorrismusic]

Thank you Hugo - and hello :)

[@jamesa4821]

You're awesome Mia! One of my favorite Police tracks. Great job!

[@hongyeon0618]

Wow! The passionate musician's drum performance is fantastic.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@miamorrismusic]

I love playing - thanks!

[@robarnold6998]

This is my favorite cover that you’ve shared. I’m not even a percussionist but your ride to bell combos were spot on and your toms sound incredible. Four minutes of fury!!! Great work, young lady!!!

[@miamorrismusic]

That's very cool to hear, thanks! I knew this song wasn't super popular but I love the band, the drummer and sooo many of their songs. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@garyvanbuskirk7014]

Wow didn't realize rythum was so fast, good song, always like the Police. your pants were poppin too

[@miamorrismusic]

:) ha - thanks!

[@patcarrano158]

Brava !!!

[@johnfroio2161]

Great selection Mia! Some early Police...you're right in the pocket on this one...so great to see you playing the drums...you always put your heart and soul into your performances🙂. You really get in touch with the music! So good to see and hear your performances!

[@miamorrismusic]

letting myself just get lost in the song is the best feeling that i'm always hunting for.. don't always find it but I'm always hoping.

[@davidparavati9201]

I have also loved the Police since my childhood days. I have their five albums. Keep on rocking Mia!

[@TheSteinlic]

Me gustó muchísimo tu interpretación

[@DamonMacready]

0:05 Never have I seen such a joyful expression on a drummer's face :-D

[@Kyle-bf9ns]

Just found you on here today after listening to another young lady guitarist. You are incredibly talented and I love your facial expressions when you play. You have a life long fan!!

[@miamorrismusic]

very kind :) Thank you for taking the time to say hey. I hope you like variety, cause I'm all over the place with videos..

[@jamesschaidt1096]

My 1st time hearing/seeing you, a very bright future lies ahead for you. 🎼🥁🎶

[@joenewman6494]

Miss M and M whoa that was awesome, so talented thanks for sharing.

[@miamorrismusic]

nice - thank you very much :)

[@adelardberube1030]

Hey MIA!! Thank you for another wonderful video. It's always so great to hear and watch you, Drummer Queen!!🥁🥁🥁🎵😃👏👏👏👏👏

[@miamorrismusic]

Hey Adelard thank you for always checking in - glad you liked it.

[@adelardberube1030]

@@miamorrismusic It's my job to check in! I'm the music "POLICE"!!😂😂😂

[@paulwilkinson8099]

3rd time watching as I'm blown away by your talent .

[@oscarfuertes884]

Bravo!

[@ARDrummer]

Great job! Rockin' cover!

[@miamorrismusic]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@NicCounty]

I love how ur so good and are amazing at playing this bands music. The Police is one of the hardest songs to play as They are all very talented especially Stewert Copeland

[@miamorrismusic]

thank you - man, i love the Police!

Excellent as always ❤

[@miamorrismusic]

Hey Michael - thank you.

[@blam3329]

So much fun to watch someone nail a song/group you love. I’ll be waiting for “Man in a Suitcase” 😉

[@miamorrismusic]

why must I be... I can't read that without hearing the song in my brain :)

[@johndef5075]

Great job as usual. You make it look easy💝🎵

[@miamorrismusic]

I'm glad it looks that way. It doesn't start that way :)

[@beaglesguy]

Excellent! ...As always. You have so much fun when you play. It shows on your face. I've said it before - you have a great smile. A perfect example is at 1:39. Slow playback speed to 0.25, start at 1:37, and pause at the midpoint of 1:39. Something like that should be a 4' tall poster for you. IMHO Beautiful young lady; beautiful smile. Thanks for sharing.

[@jand8011]

I love watching you play drums Mia

[@miamorrismusic]

it's my favorite spot.

[@SteveSmith-ij8yp]

You're awesome at music ! Keep rocking dudette !

[@miamorrismusic]

you got it dude - thanks