Stewart Copeland talks Taylor Hawkins death, Neil Peart, and it being “Open Season” on Drummers

[@JamesDavis-sh9gh]

Protect Stewart Copeland at all costs.

[@toddtaliaferro165]

Please and Thank You.

[@JA-io8nx]

Seriously

[@kristinludlowUX]

Amen.

[@Gitano_Music]

This!!!

[@PrepSail]

Stewart takes good care of himself. He’s almost 70 and healthy as a horse.

[@Pdeloosha]

When you have someone epic on your show like Stewart Copeland, you just let the man talk. Thanks to these dudes for letting that happen.

[@DystopiaTonight]

We truly appreciate the feedback we try and let our amazingly talented guests be the star and we try and connect them with the incredible fans out there, would love to have you join us on the journey, during all the live tapings on twitch we give the fans a chance to comment and ask questions before we sign out.

[@alexdifaso4776]

Not only was Neil an absolute incredible drummer, he was a magnificent human being. Ridiculously intelligent and a wonderful husband and father. He went through hell losing his first wife and daughter yet found the strength to come back from that and found love again. A massive loss.

[@JF-kv1gm]

"Taylor was just a fan boy". Bless him, and the Foos, they are so passionate about music. It's such a tragic loss. Neil's passing really knocked my sideways and Taylor's is weighing heavily. Thanks, Stewart.🙏💗

[@DystopiaTonight]

Thank you for joining us

[@kamb26]

Taylor geeking out over Neil in Beyond the lighted stage was awesome. A big loss for sure.

[@larrysaenz8964]

Rush was my first concert 30 years later I'm helping setup the r 40 kit what a ride a stagehand for 20years I met Taylor I was a loader he's walking pass the dock to the smoking area I said I know you he greeted me with his grace his coolness lots of memories from my rock n roll family goodbye and will see ya down the road across the river my brother 🤛🤘👊🦋🙏🦋🌹😎🖤

[@ceilingunlimited2430]

I'm a Rush fan, and like every other Rush fan, had no idea Neil was ill, and therefore no time to prepare the incredibly jarring news of his death. For Foo Fighter fans it was the same gut punch. So, I want to share something with Foo Fighter fans. You might worry about your ability to feel the joy in their music, and maybe wonder if it is permanently gone for you. I worried about that when Neil died, that the soundtrack of my life might never bring me joy again. I didn't listen to Rush for a few weeks after Neil died, and I was careful not to push it. I chose my "first song back" carefully, and I don't remember anymore but I think it was "How it is" or maybe "Ghost Rider". But I could only listen to studio versions at that time. The joy was still there. It was buried under a mountain of sadness for sure, but it was still there. Live recordings were too much for me at the time. Too direct. No studio buffer, it was listening directly to that which was lost. It then took a bit longer for me to watch a live performance. I'm not trying to map out a blueprint for anybody, I just want to share this very simple and important message: the joy you found in Foo Fighter music is still there. It is burdened by sadness right now, but the joy is still there, waiting for you whenever you're ready. Hang in there, Foo fans.

[@dankaufman6054]

Incredible. I had the exact same experience. Thanks for sharing.

[@aleveraj]

I still find myself sitting in my car with a knot in my throat listening to some FF music playing on the radio. Neil's death hit me like a ton of bricks, but I had read about his battle, so I was kind of aware. But as you and Copeland say, that gut punch of a sudden death, the disbelief, the vain hope that it's all a lie, that's just too much to take in.

[@Frontdesk99]

"I'm a Rush fan, and like every other Rush fan, had no idea Neil was ill" Not a very big fan, I suppose.

[@aleveraj]

@@Frontdesk99 I remember reading about it in Rolling Stone mag, that he was wheelchair bound. So even when he tried to keep it on the low, the news were out there for some time .

[@ceilingunlimited2430]

@@Frontdesk99 Forgive me. ATTENTION ALL PRETEND "RUSH FANS", WHO WEREN'T AWARE THAT NEIL PEART WAS ILL. Frontdesk99 was aware that Neil had a Gioblastoma tumor that was slowly killing him starting about 18 months after Rush's last tour ended. Only BIG Rush fans, such as Frontdesk99, were intimately aware of his condition.

[@edwinjewell5359]

Copeland iconic drummer and gives Taylor such deserved praise

[@leoborganelli3558]

Well stated

[@stevebarrios2158]

Never a Taylor fan he did it to himself sorry to be so hard

[@morbidmanmusic]

and his band helped him die by knowing what was going on with him... lets goto columbia...

[@vgspro5365]

Taylor's loss was a real gut punch. Too many great drummers gone. "It's not right". Amen to that. I am still mourning over the loss of Jeff Porcaro!

[@DystopiaTonight]

another great loss

[@donnarupert4926]

🥺

[@spaceghost8995]

Get over it. Porcaro died twenty years ago and he killed himself with cocaine.

[@vgspro5365]

@@spaceghost8995 Actually it was 30. Go work on your math instead of sitting in your basement watching cartoons so that you can hide behind an Avatar to conceal your worthless and meaningless life.

[@DavidSmith-ss1cg]

I wasn't so surprised by Jeff Porcaro's passing; he indulged pretty enthusiastically and not only played in Steely Dan and Toto but was a fabulous session player who contributed to many pop hits(I thought he was TOO perfect, kind of) and burned his candle at both ends AND the middle. Taylor Hawkins was more of a shock, but not after I heard about the Coroner's report. He was "Young at Heart," but he was 50 and had abused the party favors in the past, and he did NOT have a young heart. The wife of his friend Roger Taylor(of Queen) called him "Sunshine in human form," which is how I like to think of him. I'm shocked but I really feel for his family and Dave Grohl, who was an especially close buddy. Stuart is right, it does seem like it's open season on the "Great Ones." And there's more of them, these of the classic generation of Rockers, who are doubtless being looked at by Father Time every day, these days. Those entertainers, who have been described as "Seat-of-your-pants Shamans," and replacing Religion in Modern Life, have a place in our lives because their music is(and has been) SO important to us. I wish them all Good Fortune and Good Health - and ALL of you reading this, too. Fortune passes everywhere.

[@jackofhearts1056]

Having been born in the late 60s and grown up with Rush, it's still hard for me to get used to this world without Neil in it. RIP Professor.

[@robertmills6772]

Still too soon.

[@jaspergillgannon4991]

Great words from Stewart! He always has the most engaging interviews.

[@DystopiaTonight]

we were blessed to have him

[@travis8404]

as a big RUSH fan its nice to hear stories ,Copeland was there ,you can see he misses him like us fans do . Neil passing hit me hard like the music stopped ,for me its taking awhile to get back into music again ,and rock out feeling old .

[@commonman317]

I'm 54 years old. Ringo, Bonham, and Peart are my drumming idols. But, Stewart is right. Taylor was so full of energy and life in general. One of the ultimate fanboys. He was always smiling. What a loss to all the young drummers that idolized him.

[@Darrin.Crawford]

He was also a major drug user.

[@fablenewsnetwork7223]

With ya Common Man🥁🥁🥁

[@donnateet1120]

​@@Darrin.Crawford his Chauffeur Said that he had been clean for 20 years!!! Definitely no heroine was in his system!

[@panorama4526]

@@donnateet1120 Everybody can find the toxicology report online… He had so many different substances in his system… It‘s not tragic. It‘s drug abuse with fatal repercussions. Not the first, not the last, but it was his own call.

[@cyndifoore7743]

When I heard about Taylor I burst into tears, what a horrible loss.

[@DystopiaTonight]

truly tragic.

[@sf5912]

As a fellow drummer the thing I loved about Taylor the most was he was just one of us living the dream. He even had his own cover band just for the sheer fun of it! Clearly did it for the love not the money. RIP T!

[@DesignRhythm]

Yes! I loved how he paid homage to classic songs and didn't let his stardom determine the shows he played.

[@operative2136]

You can tell he really liked sharing his love of rock with others. I've seen videos of him doing little drum sessions with schoolkids, and apparently he did some charity work with the Midnight Mission to help the homeless. He was an unpretentious and charitable soul.

[@spamwagon]

He was so grounded and humble, he called his band "The Coattail Riders", a nod at cashing in on his mentor/friend Dave Grohl's success. I loved Taylor and his playing, and still cannot believe he is gone. As a singing drummer, Dave and Taylor felt like kin that I idolized.

[@sf5912]

@@spamwagon I was talking about his cover band Chevy Metal. Check them out on KZbin as they were a lot of fun keeping those old rock classics alive.

[@TechJPC]

Well said 🙏

[@douglaslaidlaw5961]

Everyone is a product of their influences but Taylor seemed to be that and more so. He never put limits on himself and he enjoyed being able to play so many styles. He was like a jukebox because he emulated all of his heroes. Beyond hitting things in patterns, what hurts the most about him leaving was the joy he brought to his bands, his fans, and obviously his family. He oozed camaraderie with every musician past and present.

[@DystopiaTonight]

very well said

[@keithoyoung34]

Beautiful Douglas.Very well said.

[@douglaslaidlaw5961]

@@keithoyoung34 Thank you. I really think Taylor made Stewart Copeland and especially Neil Peart more comfortable with being "celebrities" and being more public.

[@stevebarrios2158]

My heart and my soul when I was a kid was all rush and Neil Pier started playing drums because of him but to find out that Stewart Copeland was one of his influences in 1980 I jumped on that Stewart Copeland boat and never looked back since

[@DystopiaTonight]

Truly a Legend

[@morbidmanmusic]

who?

[@ia5662]

Taylor really looked up to Stewart, he loved The Police and was there in the crowd at the press Q & A when they announced they'd be going on the reunion tour in 2007. RIP Taylor...

[@DystopiaTonight]

incredible respect for both of these great artists!

[@rangerwhite5165]

Watching Stewart on the Synchronicity tour concerts. Amazing doesn't cover how good he is. Literally like a machine.

[@DystopiaTonight]

Couldn't agree more!

[@AgingFlux]

Link?

[@doodlebob3758]

​@@AgingFluxdude, if you consider yourself anything of a fan, you should do your homework. Get stoned and watch your musical he

[@AgingFlux]

@@doodlebob3758 Thanks, lol

[@gans10011]

Stewert is a really good guy. I grew up on learning his style. Gentleman

[@DystopiaTonight]

an excellent style to learn indeed

[@xaviermartorivilardebo9089]

And such a nice guy with fans....just as Taylor was....RIP...good people should never go...

[@DHarri9977]

Neil's passing was right up there with John Bonham's passing for me. Taylor seemed like a good spirit and was rapidly progressing in becoming one of the greats and just like that he's gone. I hope his wife and family are doing well he was liked by many. Thank you Stewart for your insight it's always a pleasure as you bring clarity to the situation.

[@stevebanning902]

lol he really wasn't that good.. Taylor was a pretty unremarkable drummer. He was good, sure. Did he do anything that changed drumming the way the others you named did? Hell no lmao. He played in a pop band.

[@michaelcruz7704]

I would consider him a good drummer but only for Rock. Therecsre so many great drummers like for jazz thatscthe category where i will pick the best drummer. Like Dave weckl, Vinnie Collauta, Manu Katche and Jeff Porcaro these are the ones that are great drummers.

[@davidrice3337]

How in the hell can you compare John Bonham's death with Neil Peart ? John Bonham was basically still a kid - barely 30 yrs old - bad analogy

[@DHarri9977]

@@davidrice3337 Well it's really about the impact that John and Neil had on my life as someone that learned a great deal from both. The key word here is "impact" in terms of their level of play and respect for their style and knowledge.

[@DHarri9977]

@@michaelcruz7704 I like everyone you mention and would add Steve Gadd, Danny Carey, both Portnoy and Mangini, and so many more that were a little more advanced than Taylor but with all do respect he did grow a great deal while playing with the Foos and was admired by many.

[@chuckhalen9543]

We have lost some huge musicians the past 2 years. EVH passing still stings! God speed to each of them!

[@andreflavell3453]

Stewart is full of humanity. Such a kind man

[@DystopiaTonight]

That is the best part of this clip, even in a dystopia humanity stands strong!

[@andreflavell3453]

@@DystopiaTonight we live in strange times and more crap to come . $ won’t protect people what’s coming . The Hollywood elite will fall . I feel Stewart is aware and awake

[@TSPH1992]

And energy

[@charleskandrut7022]

That's partly why the Police didn't last because Sting is such a conceited a hole!

[@davelazar2600]

Stewart Copeland is one awesome drummer still with us 🥁 👍

[@DystopiaTonight]

Without a doubt!!

[@mogala3068]

Glad to see this on KZbin. Huge FF fan and Police fan. I can't absorb what has happened with Taylor. It makes me cry and I can't even get past my hallway of framed Foo Fighters artwork by Dave Klok. It's too much. And Dave---man, on every single level it's a gut punch. A total gut punch with every thought or memory. This is going to be tougher than anything he's been through. If people like me, a Foo lover from THE start are struggling with Taylor's passing, I can only imagine and pray for Allision, David and the huge Foo Family. Thanks Stewart for saying what I along with millions of others are feeling still two weeks and two days later. Can't get over it, He's too big to just say, Oh well.......

[@maryjane8735]

You ARE SOOO right!!!!😢😢😢

[@deborraholiveri6202]

Taylor was humble and just your regular guy. He never let his ego get in the way. His lust for life and energy was amazing. Just shocking. His short time here was full of living life to the fullest. If only he could see how much he was loved.

[@DystopiaTonight]

I do hope people told him on his journey!

[@1848revolt]

Stewart is such a great drummer. No one plays like him. The rythmatist is one of my favorite albums.

[@patton303]

Yep. I played along to that album endlessly as a kid. Rumblefish too.

[@donniemoder1466]

It is not a curse. Each drummer died for a different reason. All of them were great accomplished drummers loved by their fans. Great that Stewart is still going strong.

[@dansouth2088]

Thank you Stewart Copeland for all you do and for the stories that you shared about Neil. After 40+ years of air-drumming it was a huge loss even for those of us who never got to meet Der Professor.

[@DystopiaTonight]

Thanks for listening, we appreciate you being with us!

[@Jonalisa754]

My drummer friend was crushed about Charlie and we talked a lot. Then Taylor passed and I found that so Devastating. All respects to Taylors loved ones. So sorry for your loss of your friend. I have been Studying drumming (still beginner level). Had only recently fallen in love with the Foos and Taylor, after reading Daves book and watching many vids. I LOVE their new album. RIP🎶🥁

[@DesignRhythm]

That is awesome u are learning drums! The most fun instrument of all time. I definitely recommend finding a great teacher, as I did not learn the fundamentals when I was young and thus had some bad habits to try to undo... orlandodrummer is an incredible teacher on YT u might check out, he crushes. rock on.

[@nodrush80]

Rip King Peart.

[@DystopiaTonight]

truly a legend

[@danflak2370]

I don't think these talented people realize at all just how dear they are to their casual or crazy fans. Their circle of influence is vast and I really wish we all realized just how important we all are and the shock and sadness that happens when you are gone.

[@DystopiaTonight]

We need to tell them more while they are here!

[@hippylong]

I sure like when Stewart tells us story.

[@DystopiaTonight]

Then you are gonna love the full interview with him! coming soon

[@TSPH1992]

When you hear a legend talk you listen

[@DrDr-pg5br]

Hearing his take on Neil's passing really helps with closure.

[@DystopiaTonight]

Really glad it helped!

[@michelerocks167]

I love the image of all the great drummers hanging out. Thanks for the story Stewart.

[@DystopiaTonight]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@janiceg7661]

I've been saying the same thing. I cried over Neil Peart, and was sad about Charlie, now Taylor is beyond tragic. Such a warm hearted, energetic, talented guy. Rip.

[@DystopiaTonight]

Such an incredible loss, and feel blessed we are able to speak to some talented artist close to him.

[@alvogeljr]

Nothing better than Driven To Tears.. The drumming on that one is phenomenal.. I wonder how many drum heads he broke on that song.

[@skyehorvath9063]

Driven To Tears was a white reggae masterpiece. All made possible from the drumming of Copeland

[@jamesbond4633]

Very well spoken Stewart. I want to tell you before you go (hopefully not for a long time!!) what an inspiration you have been to me with all your musical accomplishments and unique drumming style. Also the energy and fearlessness which you pursue the many different musical projects you involve yourself with. The Rhythmatist to start!!!!!

[@TeeDOG6]

Copeland is a very underrated drummer. In high school (shortly after Bonham died), the debate was Peart vs. Copeland.

[@StBlazeyModelWorld]

Stewart is absolutely right...while we remember those who have passed let us also see those still here like Phil Collins. Like him or not for his songs as a drummer he was one of the best. It would be very wrong to guess but clearly his health is not good. stay safe all x

[@kevinleblanc47]

When we don't remember peoples names sometimes it's called age....The one thing I love about Stewart is you can't keep this energizer bunny down the man who reinvented how to play drums, very inspiring even at his age he is still a WAYOUT cause that's where the fun is WAYOUT WAYOUT !!!!

[@m42037]

Stfu, we don't need cracks about his age Jr, I'm only a Gen X and forget names all the bloody time, Copeland would drum you under the table

[@WearyCowboy]

ha! the flintstones!! I'm 63, & i often forget people's names....that I usually know with no problem. it especially happens when I'm trying too hard to think of the person's name. same thing goes with playing an instrument; if u try too hard to play something.....that's when the mistakes come. sorry to bring up the Studio 666 movie....but it REALLY gives me the creeps, especially after what has happened to Taylor. he was the one in the trailer, that mocked their was anything strange or evil going on...& then, Grohl kills him with a cymbal of all things. I get a bad vibe from Grohl in the last few years or so....I didn't get that at all with Taylor Hawkins. He did, look really tired...or strung out in some of the recent pictures though.....but, not evil in any way. I play drums, bass & Pedal Steel Guitar. I stopped playing drums professionally because of health problems related to age....it's such a physically demanding instrument. I still play for my own pleasure....& jam with others though. I suffer from anxiety and panic attacks....since the late 70's....not stage fright really, that doesn't bother me very much that people are watching me play. I have panic attacks anywhere...I could be sitting at home. I do medicate myself, via Valium Rx's from my doctor...& don't even have them.....as long as I take my 2 Valium a day, thank God. sometimes a THC gummy too. stopped drinking in 93. sorry for the long winded comment here.....but don't get involved in satanic crap...& it is that, crap. I was heavily involved in the occult in the late 70's & most of the 80's...thankfully I turned away from it...& have been a Christian since the late 80's. I had some REALLY intense "warnings"...so I rebuked any involvement in the occult, witchcraft, etc. Man, I wish Taylor was still alive & playing his butt off. Taylor's death seems the most unfair in the last few years. I'm still in shock over this. I wasn't surprised, when Ginger died. I knew SOMETHING was not right with Neil....because he just stopped playing his chosen instrument. Charlie Watts was old...so I wasn't surprised...but I'm always shocked when anyone dies. I hope & I pray that Stewart is with us for a long time to come. Stewart has been one of my favorite drummers since the 80's. Such a tasteful & awesome drummer!! Love his style of playing. Neil was my drum hero as well. Rest in Heavenly Peace, Taylor Hawkins. We all miss you so much!

[@m42037]

@@WearyCowboy What intense "warnings" I'd heard Geezer Butler's let's say you?? I'm also a drummer, 56, I play in my bedroom, no bands since the late 90s, you're right too much responsibility, I also have anxiety and panic disorder, I take Xanax ,1 mg 4× a day. I can't sleep without it, power nap yes not real sleeping

[@WearyCowboy]

@@m42037 a big, red/orange Devils head appeared in my bedroom & stayed around a minute. Literally...scared the hell out of me. Wasn't stoned or drunk either. Oh, what state are you in? I'm sick of AZ...& their BS about benzos being SO bad for you. I will be moving back east. The antidepressants gave me terrible side effects...so, it's BS. Valium saved me from not having a life...& it didn't give me dementia, etc. It's CONTROL from the damn government. I have a friend in SC that has NO problems getting them from his PCP...& a friend in CT. No problem getting them. Xanax in their case too. Xanax actually gives me blackouts....so I take Valium. It works the best for me. Yeah, I cant fall asleep without my Valium. What did Geezer say? Very curious. He was awesome in his day!! I played in a pickup band, & the bass player...& older guy, said his daughter is married to Geezer Butler.

[@m42037]

@@WearyCowboy YT deleted my post smh liberal biased media. Geezer is the best metal bass player to walk the planet. What blackouts? You mean when we're talking/rambling to people and lose our train of thought? That's anxiety, I hate that. Strange I don't see anything and my wife commited suicide in 2016. Google Geezer's incounter with the blk figure at the foot of his bed early in the carrier, I can't post the whole thing, it makes the CPU angry and deletes posts. See I have to say blk not ***** or it may think I'm being racist 😂

[@razorcatshark3223]

One of the sweetest remembrances yet 💔

[@nongthip]

As sad as I and so many fans are about Taylor's shocking sudden passing, and with all due respect (which is huge!) Can't help but reflect on the Spinal Tap concept that rock drummers have a legacy of untimely demise. They might not just explode on stage, but of all the noteworthy drummer deaths in the past 50 years almost no one had any idea that Taylor Hawkins, an extremely youthful energetic force, would be joining that club. Yeah, Stewart, watch your back. The drummer demon still comes around. Let's hope the FFs keep it strong with RIPs for those souls who have left the stage.

[@lillinsey100]

rest in peace Taylor ❤️ you will not be forgotten

[@noSecretmusic]

I’m a guitarist tbh but I have just a profound love and appreciation of drummers and how you inspire the music, the band, the song and a common trait that Stuart has just demonstrated without even trying is … humility

[@DystopiaTonight]

Truly a humble and amazing man, we have had some incredible guitarist with us as well. working on a clipp from Noel Hogan from the Cranberries as we speak, would love input from other guitarist on what is most moving in his interview.

[@noSecretmusic]

@@DystopiaTonight I think this is up there - when Stuart talks about the losses of some inspirational drummers it’s really sobering - I’ve never seen quite the reaction on social media to Taylors passing - felt even more impactful than the loss of some other great musicians in recent years in terms of attention and we have lost far to many great musicians - the legacy that these people leave is just unbelievable

[@annaiorio4543]

I thought the same thing, open season on drummers! It seems like being a drummer in a band should get hazardous pay. The Beach Boys, Def Leppard, Led Zeppelin, and of course,The Who. It seems like it has always been open season on drummers.

[@DesignRhythm]

my two cents (as a drummer) would say the physical abuse / pain and stamina it takes to play the drums - especially at a professional level - can lead to some bad self medicating and or performance enhancers.. you are literally a human shock absorber if you think about it.

[@annaiorio4543]

@@DesignRhythm Plus, do the other members abuse you? Not saying the Foo Fighters. Thinking more the Townsend/Moon relationship.

[@policyjunkie3312]

Wish more musicians gave back like Stewart does I know a lot are busy but yeah would be nice.

[@ryanstockley9495]

That’s the thing Taylor never knew how much of a legend and inspiration he was and was so humble and didn’t even think he was the best drummer in his own band let alone the world

[@vickidonley9354]

Neil's passing hit me hard, very hard. He did live a wonderful, talented life, even though he had a whole in his Bubba heart from the losses of his wife and daughter.

[@colinforsyth7828]

The legend of /that is Stewart Copeland brilliant ❤❤❤😎😎👍👍👍

[@Graveltongue]

You’re a good human Stuart. A fucking world class drummer but primarily a damn fine human. Good on ya!

[@DystopiaTonight]

Agreed and this is so True!

[@Drum4Chops88]

Stewart you are and always been my inspiration iv have loved your art and style you invented the back beat.

[@hoisin75]

All wonderful drummers, wonderful men and a wonderful tribute from a legend

[@DystopiaTonight]

We appreciate your feedback!

[@GUIDESPERSPECTIVE]

Phacking Awesome, Legends paying respect to Legends. Love it that Stewart described Taylor as a fan boy. He was so humble, It never crossed his mind that he himself was as much of a Legend as the folks he looked up too. Another one taken way to early. RIP and thanks for the Music Taylor, but thanks for doing it your way and being who you were. Inspiration for generations to come.

[@DystopiaTonight]

We appreciate you joining us on this journey and well said!

[@dannydurandominguez9144]

One of my favorite drummers ever!!!🥁🥁

[@kengregory6026]

Thx Stewart for your great words..thx John...nothing else I can add really

[@DystopiaTonight]

Thanks for listening, we appreciate you being part of our dystopia!

[@chrisfoster9080]

The world may be a bit of a quieter place with Ginger, Neil and Taylor gone but it is a better place with people like Stewart Copeland in it.

[@paulvece3714]

The only thing with which I disagree is the idea that it's even possible for Taylor to have not known how much he meant to people. I feel like, even while he was here, nobody was shy about expressing how much we appreciated him. RIP TH

[@DystopiaTonight]

we truly hope he did know

[@thekitowl]

But Taylor was so humble he probably refused to believe how much he touched people.

[@garysmith3173]

A lovely tribute chap,thank you.

[@DystopiaTonight]

Thanks for listening!

[@cfdemarco2]

Such an incredible caliber of drummers...that was something

[@ImpartiallySpeaking]

We all need to appreciate the worlds greatest drummers - and none more so than the unique and incomparable talent of Stewart Copeland

[@DystopiaTonight]

Truly is a legend!

[@lipsterman1]

There is a video of Taylor Hawkins playing at Toronto Canada with the Foo Fighters. It was Taylor's birthday. He started his drum solo then took a side tour. Then Geddy and Alex came on stage! Then they played YYZ with Taylor. You could tell that this was the BEST BIRTHDAY PRESENT EVER! Look it up!

[@DystopiaTonight]

appreciate it will take a look!

[@Metal05]

Death is always a shock whether it comes suddenly or you know it’s coming from an illness. RIP Nick Menza, Taylor Hawkins, Neil Peart, Ginger Baker, to name but a few.

[@MrSpawley]

Theres a superband in heaven i cant wait to be at that gig

[@HarryWebb46]

As a drummer in the 80's I was asked who was the best drummer? I replied 'Well, Buddy Rich was the best of all time but now IDK...but Stewart Copland is fucking good!'

[@DystopiaTonight]

Steward also mention Buddy Rich as an amazing artist!

[@megazillion2946]

I don't say this about people I admire, but damn I would love to have a conversation about almost anything with Stewart, my love of his work aside, he is such a amazing conversationalist, I love his interviews, so much detail.

[@misfit2022]

Taylor Hawkins great drummer who will definitely be missed. I remember when Taylor was interviewed by Rhythm he wanted less to talk about himself and more about his love of other drummers especially Roger Taylor and years later he was given the chance to edit Rhythm and who did he choose to interview Rufus Taylor, Roger’s son. They say never meet your heroes but I met DH Peligro and hung out with him one night and a nicer geezer you couldn’t meet.

[@papasquat355]

I selfishly want these guys back. Music will never be the same and my life will never be as rich. I hope Stewart and Steve Jordan and Carter Beauford (and so many others) outlive me by 1 minute.

[@DesignRhythm]

Steve Jordan is an absolute beast. Most people never listen to the 2 live Blues Brothers albums which he absolutely destroys on..

[@rwendell0912]

Time on Earth not long enough !!!

[@DrinksJokesStorytelling]

That’s the truth

[@DystopiaTonight]

agreed but lets give it all we can while we are here

[@glennoc8585]

Yeah some use their time wisely some less so.

[@ericdenoorman1188]

Love this man.

[@NancyLiedel]

There are music heroes and then is Copeland. Above and beyond. Taylor? I'm still broken.

[@glennoc8585]

Taylor was inspired by Stewart and the police so much.

[@t0dd000]

Both my uncle and my father saw the train coming ... and there is a different level of peace with that. So true.

[@kiddynamite3931]

Man, ya know Taylor left with some amazing stories. Taylor was always smiling

[@privatepenguin3137]

Stewart never ages!

[@fredscribner3688]

Drumming is not the recipefor longevity it seems most of the greats gone too soon. Heres wishing good health to Stuart with Neils passing he is now the greatest rock drummer still living and as such a world treasure RIP Neil and Taylor whenever I hear thunder I'll know you guys are up there doing your thing.

[@doodlebob3758]

Stewart has a unique grief on his back. Having both a musical giant and mutual inspiration in Neil passing and a torch of his carried flame snuffed out in Taylor, Stewart seems to be alone at the helm. It is sad to see that he's had both heroes and newbloods die before him. :(

[@DesignRhythm]

Only saw Stewart play once about 20 years ago in Vancouver with Oysterhead - he was simply incredible even way up in the balcony. As for Taylor -still in shock, he was just bursting with energy and childlike wonder. Really wish I would have seen him play live.. fck, an unfortunate reminder hard drugs are undefeated.

[@deangilberry4844]

We all die. It's hard for most because it reminds us of our mortality, that we have fewer days ahead than behind. It can be bitter sweet, and yet beautiful.

[@ricknelson5493]

I have the absolute love/admiration for, in my opinion the most incredible and intelligent drummer thus far, maybe of all times to come as well, so having said that, I would VERY, VERY much like to hear ALEX, GEDDY and Stewart Copeland record ANYTHING together, I sense I'm not alone

[@TheMolacho1]

Copeland is a National Treasure!

[@Robindalmiras]

Some of my favorite drummers are leaving . Stewart, you just stay healthy, ya hear?! Always loved your style from the first time, my musician brother, brought Home, a Police album.

[@DesignRhythm]

yes... the Police are not the Police without his unique style.

[@patton303]

Taylor loved Stewart Copeland as much as I do, and my room was plastered in Police posters.

[@dawnatkinson3032]

Stewart Copeland is awesome!!!🌺🌺❤❤

[@DystopiaTonight]

Indeed

[@XXOOjg]

Same here! I felt a rebellion inside my heart... **(

[@jenniferziff2196]

My all time favorite drummer!!!!!! Of course my 2nd was......Is, Taylor!!!! Hell I named my son Taylor!!! 💜 ❤️ 💜 RIP TAYLOR HAWKINS!!!!!!

[@1968scottyd]

I can't picture the Foo Fighters going on after this loss. Time to hang it up and remember the greatest times.rip

[@DystopiaTonight]

it will definitely be a difficult transition.

[@Mike80528]

Neil's death caught many of us off guard and hit me hard. Taylor's death was just seriously tragic. It's not just drummers. It's been a rough several years...

[@Videditor1067]

In the stages of grief, I am still mad at Taylor for putting himself in that position.

[@DesignRhythm]

Yes, very sad considering he already survived an overdose/coma. I am surprised he was left on his own, in Colombia of all places, to get into so much trouble. Damn shame.

[@elizabethmcleod246]

I don’t believe he OD’d.

[@monicamontano7343]

I think it’s quite possible that the other people in his room were doing the hard drugs (supposedly) found in his room, he may not have used them. Not sure I’d believe any reporter who could be a paid off puppet of B*g Ph*rma. It definitely could be myocarditis from the jab. Lots of people worldwide, athletes especially, are being injured with heart issues, blood clots, & strokes. & many have passed away.

[@XJoeyJordison666X]

We still don't know what caused it tho, he had drugs in his system yes, but they may have not been lethal doses, taking antidepressants for his mental could've been taking the painkillers due to the fact that's he's 50, a drummer, and traveling all around the world, that shit takes a toll on your body, he may have taken a light dose just to cope with the pain but his heart gave out. I'd have a hard time believing he was doing drugs to get high and od'd under those circumstances

[@HansMcGruber]

@@elizabethmcleod246 What else could it be

[@jamespmurray2785]

What a great talk.

[@DystopiaTonight]

Thank you wecome to our dystopia!

[@vincentrobinson9325]

Wow awesome interview🤘🙂 R.I.P T.H. ✌🏻😭

[@DystopiaTonight]

We truly appreciate the input , ful interview coming soon and would love to know who else you may want us to bring on to connect with our community. you can also join us live and ask questions during segments at www.twitch.tv/dystopiatonight

[@davidb8259]

Gut punch and a kick ..sadly missed these men .👍🇨🇦👈

[@tammichadwell1277]

Give peace a chance. My friend had tickets to an upcoming show. I had never been. But was enjoying how the Foo was doing so much old music. And the videos of new music. My son plays bass. I had shared recently the books. I just read Dave's Mom Cradle to Stage. Loved it. So relate to it with so much. I will miss seeing Taylor play. He was so talented. I remember the sadness of Jon Lennon. But this so sad to me because he was so full of life. His kids and wife. I pray they have peace. Its hard. So thankful for all the music we can listen to for the memories. I loved the fun Dee Gees things they were doing. You should be dancing. And I like Middle child. Music is what heals the soul. Always in our hearts My sincere condolences to everyone I don't know anyone but glad Foo touched do many lives.

[@SpiritsOfAnotherDay]

Great interview… well done guys.

[@DystopiaTonight]

Truly appreciate the feedback and you joining us on this journey!

[@robutubemacarthur]

Stewart, your my Copeland mechanism!

[@DystopiaTonight]

I see what you did there!

[@luisfernando-mm3jt]

Rip Taylor.... Stewart stay strong

[@irishrose7053]

You can never prepare no matter if anyone knows it's coming or not. I'm still fkg crushed over this. After watching the Taylor Hawkins Tribute show. I was hanging out with our friends The Police Experience in Vegas. Great show. I've known the guys since reunion tour. Mike the drummer is the one who organized Stewart's in store in LA. I was first in line for that to meet Stewart my hero. Of course The Police Experience guys are friends of Taylor too. I met Taylor at one of Stewart's LA shows a couple years back. We were being fanboy and fan girl together that night. 😁 Even if for a moment. I miss you Taylor !!

[@DystopiaTonight]

We all do!

[@jackstraw522]

So all these drummers are friends…that’s amazing

[@DystopiaTonight]

It definitely is a small Community.

[@luisfernando-mm3jt]

Love Stewart... Peace to Taylor

[@cabininthewoods7326]

A respectful mention for Buddy Rich is well deserved. Just as fast as anyone that played

[@franknemeth7430]

There goes my Hero's ------------------ all the great drummers .

[@michaelfeighan8914]

love you Stewart Copeland!!

[@Brian_yeah_that_brian_Strang]

Damn this guy is awesome.

[@DystopiaTonight]

Truly one of the best