Stewart Copeland Hears Limp Bizkit For The First Time

[@FrontmenTV]

I can't get it into my head how this guy is 73y old. His energy and charisma is amazing.

[@hunterhunted2171]

Andy Summers is 82 and just the same. What an amazing band The police were ...

[@videom1]

Was thinking the same thing- the energy is that of a 20 year old.. super fit and charismatic

[@cbarrett34]

He's 72

[@torowudang]

Rock lovers are always young....

[@drumcrazycrary]

Tommy Aldridge another legend is 74 . When it's your passion in your life, it never gets old.. you stay young 👍

[@LordoftheOzarks]

Stewart rolls in -drinks coffee -cusses a lot -drops completely unrelated fantastic drum beat -doesnt elaborate -stirs road coffee with your expensive sticks then just leaves You gotta love this guy.

[@hermanhelmich]

I do, he’s so entertaining, outspoken, funny and witty and full with great stories

[@OldManTomJulio]

He is literally the most astonishingly unprofessional professional drummer ever. I hope he never changes.

[@russellzauner]

proof that swearing increases lifespan as well as vigor

[@martindix1330]

Those guys. Amazing people. Just proof that you can have too much talent in one band. I wonder what the other tracks would have been.

[@steveort2105]

God I love this guy

[@3tick577]

Stewart also wrote , performed and produced the soundtrack for the first 4 Spyro games. Absolute legend.

[@martypeterson6747]

Wrote.

[@Zenmasterdan]

Sick Spyro is the shit.

[@cardenw]

He came back to oversee the remakes and composed one new piece for it too (A medley of some of his favourite work from Spyro1-3).

[@dicknsack]

WTF

[@Lazzitude]

What??? That’s awesome!!! Protek him at all cost

[@damithasenaratne5374]

His musical intuition is off the charts!! He caught small details while listening to the song for the first time. That is pure GENIUS

[@rozzer8290]

There's no way in hell he's hearing that song for the first time😅 unless he's been on Mars for the last 24 yrs or so

[@TheBucknative]

Ya man. He started predicting the beat

[@RikardPeterson]

@@rozzer8290 I'm pretty sure I hadn't heard it before either. It's easy to have big gaps in what you know, even if you are open to listening to all kinds of stuff. And even more so these days. When I grew up, everyone knew a few songs by The Police, Genesis and Dire Straits because that's what they played on the radio. Today, what I hear on KZbin isn't the same thing that you're listening to on Spotify.

[@gttrmgc3284]

it was pretty awful, tbh.

[@lavsolutionsevent]

"For the first time" is just ridiculous clickbait. I am here to see Stewart Copeland but I'm not foolish enough to believe he has never heard Limp Bizkit before. If Drumeo used an honest title, I would still watch it so clickbait is not needed.

[@puyjoven1873]

Copeland is the embodiment of "Not all masters can be teachers" his skill is so intrinsic to him that he can't just put into words and share what he is seeing.

[@groov2581]

u r right

[@bonglandgreg]

He did once. Rock school in the 80s, and explained quite nicely what a rocksteady beat is.

[@DannyKavadlo]

@@bonglandgreg Rock School was awesome. I thought I was the only one who remembered it haha.

[@xblurr]

Or "Not all who do can teach".

[@Imhalfamazing2U]

@@puyjoven1873 He doesn't care to. He doesn't like people and can't make connections with them.

[@adamb.4585]

Stewart is singular. His understanding and intuition of rhythm is so spectacular. He’s also just a crazy dude in the best of ways.

[@ookookook]

9:14 he's just digging the groove and can't hide his enthusiasm for music in general, so fun to watch.

[@danb2TJ]

@@grant49 cause title is not big enough. I read Stuart little 🤣

[@danman6669]

*Stewart

[@mneugent7658]

My buddy in college, early 90's, said it pretty damned well when he lovingly said Stewart was "a comical drummer". He meant it as high praise. Stewart just seems to be having so much fun back there and it does make you smile.

[@pandadoublexl]

Agree, phenomenal drummer. This was a poor episode though. Doesn't do him any kind of justice.

[@danieldonate5]

Every little thing he does is magic

[@Hadouken9000]

E o o. Not to be confused with Rachael Ray and her "EVOO".

[@garryiglesias4074]

That's because of synchronicity.

[@bobbyosborne2375]

Eeeee-ooohhh

[@Zero1380X]

I thought I was So Lonely in that thought

[@effes514]

I see what you did there

[@thisturbulentlife]

Love him. What a gold human. Saw The Police in Adelaide South Australia when I was 15 at Memorial Drive. Changed my life. The spectacle of it all just blew my mind. And it was at that moment I said to myself ... "Wow, that's what I want to do with my life". Been a muso ever since. Love seeing him enjoy himself. Good on ya Stewy. Peace and love bro !! As usual gorgeous kit. Damn no wonder, it's his! Thnaks for making me smile Drumeo! This one too easy for him ;)

[@themightyxapher5885]

John Otto is such an underrated drummer, get him on here drumeo!!

[@ramongoroth]

Agree 100%

[@chaoznofx]

I did not like limp bizkit when it came out.. but I DID LIKE the DRUMS..

[@joeasema446]

him and David Silveria both

[@tijuas]

He's properly rated.

[@Stanwis]

Limp bizkit are talented guys minus fred who is just good showman

[@lucassosorio]

It’s impossible to comprehend this man is 72yo, just can’t get my mind around it. It’s like he still in his prime in life itself, just insane.

[@lame007]

82 bro

[@tomaszszczegola]

​@@lame007 Stewart was born in July 1952 so he turned 72 about half a year ago 😊

[@lame007]

@@tomaszszczegola you're right. I guess I was looking at Andy Summers. Oops.

[@Steffschenko]

Yeah man especially if one just watched the Phil Colins (73) documentary before this :(

[@ThePizzablogger]

It's not like he's in the prime of his life. He still is in the prime of his life.

[@jeremiahm1413]

Seeing Stewart play along to Rollin' is something I never, ever thought I'd see in my life. I love the Internet.

[@sp1epiphany]

Me too man!

[@SeethingSimp]

*hi five* A fellow Redditor!

[@anthonylove821]

I was thinking that as well. For a man is his 70s, this guys love for the drums is on full display here. He played this like it was another day at the office. He’s just that good. 😊

[@johnnysimmons1546]

John Ottos ghost notes in most of their songs are just phenomenal. Adds so much depth to the drumming, your like, do i hear that, yes i hear something, its smooth as ice cream.

[@alejandropower]

John Otto, David Silveria, John Dolmayan and Joey Jordison, best nu metal drummers.

[@Severinate]

Feels like he catches the vocal melody and plays to that, which is wild initself, when doing that to a rap style it's ordered chaos and brilliant.

[@jeffreymorris5815]

He was definitely playing to the vocal... That was wild 😂

[@phutureproof]

as a guitarist i had the idea to play chers vocal line to gypsys tramps and theives over the top of some random song and it worked out really good everyone looked at me like wtf bruh, felt good :D what im trying to say is, playing vocal lines on an instrument is highly highly highly under appreciated and should be given a try by everyone

[@justinerb6975]

@@phutureproof vocal melodies make some of the tastiest bass fills. I try to do that on occasion.

[@jeffreymorris5815]

@@phutureproof I bet that sounded pretty cool, that's a damn good song!!!

[@MrRezRising]

Surprising considering the hack singers he's played with... That was sarcasm. 😂🤘🥁

[@pedroneto5]

72 years old, and still rollin'. This man is a authentic genius, and a influence for all drummers. Keep calling him to drumeo, we deserve more of his jams!

[@WesleyGravolet]

It's crazy to me that he is 72..shows what keeping busy will do for ya!!

[@BrandonToews]

So cool to see Stewart create on the spot. What a legend!

[@QuantumBeeWellness]

The master at work! He wasn't joking when he said he improvised most of The Police music on the spot, this was a real joy to behold live in your studio!! Watching the magic happen in person must be insane.

[@brdzuna]

Hey Brandon, can you get someone to play "Bloodbuzz Ohio" or "Mr. November" by The National? Hopefully you bring Domino again to do it.

[@AnonymousBosch3158]

That's why he is the only guy Danny Carey asked for an Autograph.

[@donnaperry6480]

Did he even listen to the song through once before starting to play?

[@TessFibre]

@BrandonToews unrelated but you guys should have Will Ferrell on for one of these doing RHCP for the first time for April fools.

[@francescobonafine9329]

I have never seen anyone in this series improving the beat of a song in such a short period of time. One of the best drummers ever, hands down.

[@VisualMediaConcepts]

It was so nice to hear him say he's a riff guy and the lyrics are secondary. I've always been that way and haven't heard very many artist speak about it. This channel always amazes me with the artist's combos and songs. Simply amazing!

[@TheBigburcie]

I play guitar and bass so I can pick out chords and tone, but can't remember lyrics to save my life, or in many cases I simply don't comprehend any lyrics when hearing a new song. It drives my wife nuts when she has me listen to a song and she asks what I think about it. I tell her it was G, D, C and F minor, probably played on a strat.

[@holeesheet2021]

same here, 100%. I've always wondered if my ADHD has something to do with it. I never can focus on the lyrics, but I can sure hear the grooves, the riffs!!! Yes!!

[@ardipithecus11]

I know the full lyrics to some songs but I learn them in the way I learn a progression. To me, they’re notes in a song and I usually don’t know what the hell I’m singing about.

[@maxwellmuehleip4919]

My riff people 👏🏼 Hey, probably not that different than all those composers who can hear music in their heads and write symphonies

[@matts4240]

I've heard Steve Van Zandt say the lyrics weren't important, but he's the same guy who quit the E Street Band to write albums of political songs where the lyrics were all about certain causes, so....

[@fxsalazar]

2:40 I think we missed the subtitle description: Stewart is doing Active Stewarting, where he's listening to the song whilst doing his thing.

[@APMVIII]

He said he watched the Chad vids on drumeo, that's what he did, maybe that's why.

[@mikeanderson7962]

WOW!!! Copeland has razor sharp musical instincts and still hits hard like a beast

[@wsdamico]

7:57 "I don't listen to the words, I don't listen to the singing... I listen to the riff" It was so refreshing to hear him say that. I'm the exact same way and always thought I was weird because of it.

[@johnnybernardestavares]

I've recently started making lyric videos for my KZbin channel, and that's the first time I realize what is being said on these songs I've been singing and mumbling for over a decade... I can sing the words to almost every song by memory, but I never really think about what the lyrics are saying, for me a song is 99% the instrumental!

[@marshaltito7369]

I think most rock/metal drummers think that way, since we're naturally tied to the riffs and bass. I don't think I can name any examples in any genre where the drummer follows the vocals, please let me know if you have any examples.

[@ybrcyntvrbyv]

FEAR FACTORY ha inventado eso en los años 80s, y revolucionaron la manera de hacer metal en absolutamente todos los subgeneros del metal

[@garrettbrown6770]

The mix of Stewart Copeland’s style with Fred Durst blaring over the top of it is so funny Love his personality and unapologetic approach to drumming

[@reshpeck]

"I don't listen to lyrics." Yeah, good thing he doesn't in this instance

[@holeesheet2021]

What a fucking MONSTER of a drummer!!! Blows me away every time I hear him play. Amazing.

[@adamgh0]

I know, John Otto's a beast of a groove drummer.

[@golfcoursemanager33]

recently, I've gone back and listened to most of the Police's records and the drumming really makes their music shine. Sting IS a genius, but the rest of the band makes their music special.

[@andreasbreitwieser1449]

and his SOUND! His S O U N D !!!!!

[@rackets001]

My favorite part of some Drumeo vids is seeing the reaction of the original drummer. I wish they'd do that more often! Always fun to see someone who has played a song a million times hear a different interpretation of their work!

[@bhudzieeeee]

move this comment up! its a golden suggestion! @drumeo please

[@GiuseppeM]

they don't want to pay two people

[@bhudzieeeee]

@@GiuseppeM what they can do is just hire the original drummer for the next video and react before he tries to do an unfamiliar song as well.

[@robroy289]

Grinning ear-to-ear from the first beat. Face hurts now. He's definitely on my all-time favorite list. Love his touch, intuition, and commitment to the putting beats to riffs. Thank you Drum Gods for giving us this one.

[@Leif_erikson42]

Never thought I’d begin the year seeing my fav drummer listening to Limp Bizkit of all things

[@peterhopqk]

Me too 😂

[@mtuli_ps]

God bless drumeo! the fact they got Stewart Copeland to make this video and the interview with Phil Collins is amazing. This content is something all drummers want to watch. Thank you Drumeo 🙌

[@xxwookey]

And a lot of non-drummers appreciate the channel too.

[@pabloandtube]

Musicians love this fauna too 😂

[@sergebraida5622]

Starting my 2025 watching Stewart Copeland play Limp Bizkit was not on my bingo card!

[@gooshie3]

Same lol

[@yespleasevicar]

Didn't really play it though did he, sorta riffed on it then couldn't be arsed to do more. Lame.

[@SamBell7]

@@yespleasevicarexactly! what a strange character this Stewart Copeland guy is that mouth😂

[@bitburg40]

I wanted to hear him play Bleed. I’ve got a weird bingo card.😂

[@Mariooo57]

@@yespleasevicarYeah it’s a shame they didn’t film a final take at least. We didn’t even see him attempt the full song so it’s a bit of a missed opportunity.

[@couttsy]

Surely one of the most instantly recognisable drummers ever. Everything he does just has THAT sound and feel. One of the finest compliments you can pay a musician I think.

[@NIO3954]

How unique is Stewart! He’s a freaking genius….love his playing.

[@elihollett]

Copeland is such a character. I love his no bullshit approach.

[@DavidOakesMusic]

This video is more talking than drumming. Nobody loves Stewart more than Stewart. 😆

[@locsbcn]

But he’s doing bullshit with his sticks. I can’t with this habit 🤦🏻

[@BrianM_3rd]

@@DavidOakesMusic And nobody loves hearing Stewart talk about Stewart more than I do! 🙃

[@Rodrigombia1990]

And there you had your answer why The Police broke up that early.

[@GhostOfLorelei]

And by no bullshit you mean "all bullshit, but the best bullshit for the song" 😂

[@veevoir]

Stewart is the answer to "what if Ted Danson decided to become a drummer?". He shares the same kind of warm, fuzzy and confident personality, awesome guy!

[@liteprotoss]

He's a much better drummer than Ted Danson

[@sonyamastick]

This is a great observation!

[@ScreamingTc]

But Ted Danson is far better at being a 6,000-foot-tall fire squid covered in teeth, so swings and roundabouts.

[@sonyamastick]

@@ScreamingTc #facts 😂

[@AngelicusImmortus]

Or how Einstein would drum…

[@Nu_C-Jay]

Bring in John Otto next! We rarely get to see him and it would be a gem of a video 💎

[@vagpap85]

''thats why everybody loves Stewart'' ''except for the band'' hahaha

[@Tyler_Durden987]

Dude just RIGHT IN! No "let me listen for a bar or two"... just GO!!

[@jeffclark2675]

the balls to do this!

[@1rangerj]

Right! I was like how? He just jumps right into it

[@aran7teen]

That’s why it was terrible in my opinion.

[@jd0879]

Dude come on. It was terrible lol

[@ShaneTucker-s2v]

@@aran7teen Can you articulate why it was terrible?

[@kmor8829]

Speaking to the advert in the middle, I am a bass player. I have no intention of learning to play the drums myself, but understanding the assorted processes has really helped me improve my communication and relationship with the drummers I play with…so thanks for that! I love this channel! ❤

[@stevegambini8318]

Same here. I don't watch bass videos on KZbin. I watch drum videos.

[@jeshurunabinadab6560]

I’m a drummer with a similar philosophy who recently picked up acoustic bass.

[@notoriousPcp]

RYTHM SECTIONS OF THE WORLD UNITE!!!@!!!

[@notoriousPcp]

​@@jeshurunabinadab6560didn't know bots played the drums

[@ThatSockmonkey]

Guitarist here, same same!

[@travismatreyek3384]

The fat ride bell over the "back up back up, tell me what you're gonna do now" part of the chorus is the most serious goddamned thing I have ever heard. Long live Uncle Stew!

[@Robcadams1974]

I had no idea how cool this dude is. And I agree 100% with him.

[@aligatorsandwitch72]

Stewart Copeland is the fucking man.

[@SerenityChaos1975]

He was the best part of the Police in my opinion, I’m sure I am on my own there but IDC

[@SeaWasp]

It's worth checking out the Wired interview he gave

[@benporter6576]

@@SerenityChaos1975 you are not alone

[@vinunleaded]

John Otto is indeed a monster on the kit. He's one of the purest examples of how classically trained jazz drummers make outstanding rock drummers.

[@jerodbosh7630]

This is a straight up cool guy! Comfortable in his own skin, fully aware of his strengths and weaknesses. Great video guys!

[@juanmanuelferreyra5128]

More aware of his strengths imo.

[@billygreenville59]

That was AWESOME!!! Stewart killed it, as usual!Most enjoyable! Thanks Drumeo! 👏🏻🔥

[@mikedirain]

I love this part of drumeo. To be able to hear different artist’s interpretations of songs they’ve never heard before.

[@CyclingAddiction]

Stewart had me smiling from the first second of the video. What a legend!

[@TheSquareOnes]

"The lyrics are in service of the riff and the riff is in service of the band" is such a great way to say how I also generally engage with music and seems so intuitive that it's crazy most people seem to see it the other way. Music is first and foremost an expression of the musicians, if "overplaying" is how you feel like expressing yourself in the moment then it's not overplaying, that's just what that musical performance is.

[@jrand2148]

To see and hear other musicians express this is so fantastic to me, after having this be the sticking point I've had with other musicians for years! What a time to be alive!

[@telefonomotog1835]

Me imagino lo difícil que debe haber sido tratar de grabar un tema con Stewart y el resto de the Police. Cada toma de batería debería ser completamente distinta. Difícil concretar estructuras y más en vivo.

[@johndrayton9244]

I really hate over playing, but Stewart seems to be able to push it without over playing. I guess his "over playing" feels more like energy and enthusiasm overflowing, rather than showing off.

[@brownietito9498]

dude smoked a phat j right before this

[@MassholeDrums]

Same. I'm just like him in that i listen for the "riffs" or just the melodies, and sound of the music and singing. I don't care about lyrics And it straight up drives me nuts when someone says they don't like a song because of the lyrics. Like what? I get people pay attention to the words, but acting like that's rhe ONLY reason you like a song is just crazy to me

[@Drew.DrivesYT]

man, my dad is this dude's age and nowhere near the physical, nevermind mental acuity. this is both heartwrenching and inspiring to watch.. watching my father decay in real-time, but it gives me the drive to keep myself sharp well into my years. hopefully i can maintain. man shit i just wanted to watch some funny drumming and here i am getting all philosophical n shit.

[@Justin_Sanders1234]

Most people are just brainwashed to feel and act old when they age lol

[@Ghost_Recon_Actual]

Stewart Copeland finally said what I have been doing nearly all my life. He doesn't listen to songs for the words, but for the riffs. As do I. And I finally realize why I don't know the words to any of my favorite songs but I sure as hell can rip the drum riffs of every single one of them. My favorite drimmers: Stewart Copeland, Chad Smith, Neil Peart, Mike Portnoy, John Bonham & Ringo Star.

[@theedmee]

This was really cool to hear about, as a musician whose thought process is backwards from Stewart's, lol. I have an insane memory for lyrics/melody, but no percussion! Drumeo taught me some, at least. My favorite remains John Bonham- he didn't need a double bass to sound like thunder of the gods.

[@robmarsili1450]

One reason why I NEVER participate in Karaoke I don't know the words. . . lol

[@holeesheet2021]

YEP!!!

[@matthewwatson6075]

Hah, when he said he listens for riffs over lyrics I totally felt it! I'm a bassist and love riffs, little fills, infectious grooves just whatever it may be. I love lyrics too, but to me they blend in like just another instrument. I could sing you the melody of the lyrics but unless I gave it conscious thought I couldn't tell you what any of the words would be at all aside from the very obvious moments. Growing up having played jazz/funk bass though I feel like that definitely had its influence.

[@samuzamorano23]

I do the same!

[@lincolnsghost9995]

Now this is how you start the New Year. Thanks and Happy New Year's to all.

[@gregoryheal]

This is so Stewart. Playing on the fly and killing it every time and if the song goes on for too long, he just stops. One Take Stewey! Always enjoy seeing him collab with Drumeo!

[@kevincollins8620]

HE DID NOT kill the beat.😂 One of my favorite drummers... he did what I imagined. Lmao!!

[@TravisPacheco1]

It made me laugh when he stopped. He's like, yeah, I killed it, and this is just repetitive at this point.

[@jeffclark2675]

as much as i love his drumming, I never thought I would ever say, about a song Stuart Copeland was drumming on, that my favorite part was when he stopped....but....in this case...here we are

[@kevincollins8620]

@jeffclark2675 agree. He was horrible on this tune. It didn't "work"

[@BeforeAndAfterScience]

@@jeffclark2675 The best part of that song is when it stops no matter who is playing.

[@MrDiegoNori]

He's such an expressive drummer. That first take is like improv dancing but actually enjoyable.

[@bermudafruit]

There are several, if not a great many ,bars that lock in with the track superbly and some seem a lot better than the original

[@Jaake-my2rq]

Uncle Stew the legend. Everything he recorded in his 20's and 30's still sounds new, fresh, and unique.

[@jpthedrummer4258]

Stewart limpin with the bizkit was a nice gift dropped on me when I woke up today. Beautiful.

[@KevinCampbell-hn2vf]

One of my all time favorite drummers. makes this look easy. You don't really realize how good these guys are until you see them in something like this.

[@fuzzbrain913]

Really good episode. I was not expecting Stewart to enjoy the music as much as he did, that was very wholesome haha

[@yannimohamed2349]

I think in The Police, Sting’s true genius really is heard because of Stewart. This is one of my fav episodes. Loved the experimentation that makes Stewart, Stewart Copeland. A free master of his trade.

[@CrashRaph01]

I've never really watched any interviews with him, he's so laid back and confident at the same time, no wonder he's such a legend

[@gustafsone]

You should look up his full interview with Rick Beato, especially if you want more deets on his time playing with The Police. Rick also separately interviewed Sting and Andy as well. All of the interviews are great.

[@DTylereRod]

Being in The Police requires confidence.

[@Electric.Spaghetti.Neon.Studio]

@@gustafsonethat Beato interview with Stewart is SOOOO enjoyable. It’s fantastic.

[@hermanhelmich]

Laid back 😂😂😂

[@csblakeley]

His autobiography is amazing. Felt like chatting with a best friend who occasionally breaks your brain with "oh yeah, then I did this..."

[@Itsallwrongbutthatsallright]

A 3 piece band like The Police is rare, and one with so unique and original musicians as those 3 is one in a million. SC was a massive inspiration when I started out on drums. TY Stewart, keep on rocking !

[@ellenstergaardgravesen1011]

Check out Dirty Loops...

[@livergsp]

I can't fathom what it would be like to have musical talent. I feel the music. I hear the music. Sometimes I understand it. But I can't repeat anything on an instrument. Stewart is one of my musical heroes. Keep on rocking brother

[@jamesjameson3771]

99% of beginning musicians aren't born with any natural talent- hopelessly sucking for like six months to a year is a rite of passage!

[@vukjovanovicofficial]

How can you not love this man! Absolute legend of a drummer but also one of the most humble and funny musicians ever! Thanks Drumeo!

[@warrenrosenthal716]

I call STEWARd the King of the high hat. Funny, yes but humble I’m not sure. Seems to me. He might have an ego almost as big as Sting and most certainly rivaling Roger Waters. I’m a big fan of his playing.

[@timolebeck6405]

I can... It was the first time ever I heard him talk (not a big police fan here... appreciate Sting though!), and I thought: "This guy is cocky af!" -.-

[@dewitt.powers]

People are really in here calling Stewart Copeland humble and laid back with a straight face. Y'all will just say anything.

[@yellow954]

The best part of the video for me is after his attempt at the song, just listening to him speak about sting and his thoughts of people listening for different reasons was perfect

[@zorbcanoo8574]

Stewart's high hat accents were easily my favorite part of his take. Lots of interesting and inventive feel. Hearing their difference in styles and tones also highlights how much John Otto's powerful delivery and snare tone in particular shape the overall sound of Limp Bizkit

[@sarastromseth-troy3323]

I'm not a musician, but I am impressed with how he just does whatever comes to mind. To really get a sense of his talent, I recommend everyone check out the video from the Police reunion tour in 2008, where they performed 'Wrapped Around Your Finger.' The camera is focused on Stewart the entire time. He plays all sorts of percussion instruments. It's beautifully orchestrated, and I personally think it adds a lot to a song many of us have heard countless times in the past.

[@jonaslenz1997]

His confidence is on another level. Love it!

[@Maxylobes]

Oh we're just starting the new year with a banger huh?!

[@Hummeldon]

Right? Instant click!

[@Rodrigombia1990]

I wish they gave him a more "technical" song like re-arranged or boiler, but whatever...

[@MyFavoriteDisease]

His approach is so much more playful than that of other drummers in this series. He doesn't spend any time analyzing the song, he just starts to jam along with it right away.

[@paulwassom4231]

As others have said here, that’s SC’s method. Just let it all hang out. All those high hat fills weren’t planned, they just came out. Looking back, I guess I played a little like this way back when. Different style/technique, but if it felt right in the minute I did it. And like he said, it drove the band crazy, haha.

[@deloriablackwolf1251]

Chad Smith played one drum pattern in the same tempo as that bmth song so that's kind of close.

[@runningonice-music605]

I was worried about watching this since Stewart is my drumming hero,I never thought he’d nail it let alone own it!…..but that’s exactly what he does! Love this track but even more with Stewart’s version!!!! Brilliant! ❤

[@NicoBorie]

First video I watch in 2025 haha this was crazy, he did a great job 👏

[@jpthedrummer4258]

Same here dude lol

[@JHMNSFTFAD]

Oh my god who CARES what year it is or video you watched. I’m sick of seeing these lame comments.

[@NicoBorie]

@@JHMNSFTFAD thank you, first stupid comment I read in 2025 🤣

[@JHMNSFTFAD]

@ you only make stupid comments.

[@JHMNSFTFAD]

@@NicoBorie did you read your own comment?

[@BlindAngel007]

The best part is the back stories, love the guy and the band. Miss the classics. I miss my dad in this time age.

[@arsonne]

Fun fact: Stewart Copeland has done the music for the Spyro games and several Alone in the Dark games. One of the coolest and most interesting, entertaining guys to ever pick up the sticks. Legend.

[@stickerey]

that's cool, thanks for the info

[@MatthewGRedhead]

Pretty sure he composed music for Babylon 5 as well.

[@Holtermarvin]

Really? I loved the Spyro music as a child

[@mikeimpressionsreviews]

He did music for the see no evil hear no evil movie with gene wilder and richard Pryor, pretty interesting stuff

[@andinuruljihad2912]

whoa this is wild. i just 100%'d the remastered trilogy of Spyro. that soundtrack is iconic.

[@Paul-tu8fg]

I was so excited to hear this one, and Stuart did not disappoint! One of my favorite drummers. Love the attitude too.

[@surfguard]

1:30 When you simply hit the hi-hat with a few strokes and everybody instantly can hear it's you - then you're Stewart Copeland.

[@srhatfield]

Right on! My head immediately went "it's magic!" hahaha!

[@olekpokorski9955]

Exactly ❤❤❤

[@justjeemy5646]

the reggae style tom fills mid-bar are what do it for me. Classic Copeland

[@michaelpukish748]

❤

[@Tyler-dw2pu]

His hi hat work on "Walking on the Moon" is amazing

[@sunn-yysn]

ending the year with Mr. Collins and starting the year with Mr. Copeland!! Wow just wow!! Thanks drumeo... I also hope you guys can invite Mr. Bruford for an interview, so I can rest in peace because I have seen my top 3 drummers of all time (I'm a gen z kid, but I really like music from 90s 80s and 70s 🥰)

[@andreasbreitwieser1449]

thank you sir for calling my 3 favorite drummers ! 💞

[@johnnyvegas5113]

What an honor. Hope John Otto sees this.

[@ramkold]

Ofc he has already seen it. He is a simple man.

[@jayt8115]

Holy crap, it’s one of my fav drummers of all time playing along to one of the bands I adored growing up. Instantly clicked on this

[@BeatJourneyD]

That amazing Copland snare every time!!

[@ilimugur]

Not only his raw take is perfect in its imperfections, providing a clear chance for us to observe how Copeland experiments in a no-prep setting; but there's some priceless additional gems in this video as well, such as his arguments about what the band or a drummer (or specifically he) plays, and should play. I don't agree with all of his opinions, but still, it's a lovely & sincere exploration of how he thinks and executes. Due to his seemingly fluent but peculiar style, to me, Copeland had always been one of the greats that was tough to "get", only through the songs he played. This video has been immensely helpful in that, by giving himself a direct chance to articulate some of the crucial points about his approach, either verbally or through his playing. Great work, Drumeo! Definitely one of the most fruitful videos in this "Hears for the First Time" series y'all kicked off.

[@ajones8764]

Well said sir :)

[@pablopicasso3122]

The way that Copeland dropped into the track, no hesitations and all mastery, was prodigious. What a freaking zen master -- just don't ask him to explain to you any tricks, apparently he can't! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@burn0uts0n34]

so, today I learned that Stewart Copeland and I have the exact same thoughts on playing drums. The dude just got so much cooler in my world. And he's hilarious. Love'em!

[@markusthedrummer8143]

Exact same!

[@gmic56ify]

I love this. It gives drummers a chance to put their own twist on a drummless track. Definitely subbing.

[@JonSudano]

Woah I can't believe they got the dude that wrote the Amanda Show theme song!

[@M3atbucket]

And Spyro! This guy should be in a band!

[@SerenityChaos1975]

Never heard of her, I only know him as the guy who made The Police sound great

[@iamferrettsannoyance]

This is the greatest, most ebullient expression of pure creativity in this channel I’ve ever seen. Stewart just workshops his way through this with a different approach almost every sixteen bars, and all intuitively. He really does just make this shit up, and it’s GLORIOUS.

[@Padfoot1985]

Uncle Stewart, A drummer's drummer's drummer. Every drummer everywhere should take notes from him. Period.

[@AirsoftReviewArgentina]

Amen.

[@dewitt.powers]

And the note you should take here is to listen.

[@xm1186]

His drumming make me feel goosebumps that was so cool how he creates on the spot without over analyzing, a real master at his craft and playing Limp Bizkit song is off the hook!

[@tommynikon2283]

At 68 and with DD (a hand disease), my drum days are long gone…but thx to DRUMEO I can vicariously continue my love for it. 🎉. INSANE talent on the shows; the challenges always great- as are the results.👌👏🤘

[@l.a.2646]

Happy new year! Love how Copeland uses the ride cymbal, to me hitting the crown of the ride is like " needs more cowbell feel" legendary drummer !

[@mspader921]

Please have Stewart come back. This is one of the best sessions. I love hearing his insight.

[@Fizzsama]

Words can't accurately express how much of a treasure this man is. Just such a pleasant being.

[@dylanferguson2653]

Copeland is a rare combination of being otherworldly talented and also hugely likeable.

[@ChrisRefakis]

Sting wrote amazing songs for The Police. Stewart made The Police fun... and he's one of the greatest drummers ever.

[@mmiller6873]

I don't play drums but totally appreciate the talent and love this channel. Thx for sharing the Legend, Stewart Copeland. Well done!!

[@alejandrotrabanco4183]

Stewart Copeland's performance is incredible. His musical creativity has no limits. Copeland is a drum genius.

[@bassman87]

I have the same mentality to music as Stuart. I listen for the riff rather than the lyrics. It wasnt until recently that i started listening to lyrics, and gotta say its bring new life to old songs ive listen to 100 times.

[@LikeWhatever]

Yeah I usually take in songs as a whole based on rhythm and riffs and not bothered to learn lyrics, but when I've actually looked up lyrics and followed along it opens up a whole new dynamic.

[@danman6669]

*Stewart

[@millroyboy07]

Thank you Drumeo. I’ve asked for Copeland several times and he didn’t disappoint. Not surprised at all that he went straight into it. Man is a legend.

[@KATZFEY]

he’s been on a lot more times than this too, if you didn’t know

[@Grim_The_Reaper]

@1:55 i play guitar and have 0 desire to play the drums, BUT it is mad entertaining to watch musicians of any instrument be put on the spot and improvise live in the moment. The concept of drumeo is so amazing and fun to watch

[@AGlimpseInside]

I’m from Jacksonville. I’m the same age as these guys and I saw them locally very early on. I always found it. Awesome. That Fred rhymed the word HERE with HERE. Still listen to these guys to this day Love Stewart’s take as well.

[@ooo_Kim_Chi_ooo]

Dude, Stewarts ride bell on the verse/chorus is tasty as hell!

[@AlmanJanyshev]

Respect for Kyrgyz flag

[@jeffclark2675]

hell yeah....and you could tell from his expression on that part...he knew he caught it!

[@ooo_Kim_Chi_ooo]

@@jeffclark2675 I'm a sucker for a well placed ride bell ala Rush.

[@mbabaneamputee7725]

wowowoow seriously

[@mbabaneamputee7725]

sounds soo clean

[@RFToob]

I liked ‘I could provide that…but I’m an asshole and probably wont’. That’s the nucleus of creative thinking. Awesome artist. Cheers.

[@Chesterlinkin41]

Stewart, dude, I love you man. No need to explain. Oh man, the world is so much better because of you, you're like the most nice musician out there, love you're music, like "Wrapped around your finger" the live version. Thanks man, a big hug from Venezuela.

[@JamesL-w7g]

So glad to hear im not the only one that tunes out the vocals of any song and focus on the instruments. It started when i learned to play guitar and wanted to learn the songs but had to tune out rhe singing. I cant tell you what any song's lyrics are about. So good to see im not the only one who listens to music this way

[@TheJordanCahill]

Vocals are typically the last layer added to a written song. They might inform the arrangement a bit (extend this part an extra 2 bars, cut this part after the 1st chorus and save it for after the final chorus as the big refrain outro, etc). Even the lyrics themselves are usually an afterthought that needs to be wedged into whatever vocal melody/syllable count is best. Guarantee the number of songs that started with lyrics and worked backwards to the rest of the band are few and far between. 😄

[@Josh.Atkins]

Stewart is such a legend. I love his attitude and his improv skills are remarkable. Seems like such a fun guy to be in a band with, unless you're Sting

[@AtigunAlaska]

1:10 "He's a much better drummer than Will Ferrell." We'll see if Stewart is a better drummer than Ted Danson.

[@micahkorson7218]

Becker would agree to this. 😊

[@ricardocomino573]

Underrated comment

[@giannipuface9441]

That was my first thought. Even the voice is similar

[@blakemagnus6633]

Bruhhh

[@TreeFiddy350]

Man, I can listen to him talk endlessly! Aside from being charming and funny with interesting stories about the music industry, he has such a self aware view of everything in his life, present and past, it's a type of wisdom that is something to aspire to.

[@sombojoe]

Never fails for me to be amazed by these professional drummers!