Stewart Copeland | Wrapped Around Your Finger

[@hquest]

There are drummers, there are musicians, and then there's Stewart Copeland.

[@Evsta]

Everything about this comment is flawless except Coper. It's Cope. But who gives a shit, legends don't need names.

[@hquest]

@@Evsta ... damn you auto correct, is all I have to say 😅

[@jerwin2804]

This is a percussionist. Those of us who were trained know how to do all of this. Most rock drummers only learn to play the kit and pick up other stuff as they are professional and have the time and money to do so. Copeland is still talented and a wonderful musician for creating this piece and art.

[@mollyandzacharyschannel1933]

he cant be beat

[@ricardooliva4034]

Wrong!!! There are two kinds of drummers: drummers and Bill Bruford.

[@gerardkienstra1441]

At that level, playing that many instruments. He is no longer a "drummer". He is a Percussionist. What a treat to see a performer like that.

[@usaturnuranus]

Killer percussionist indeed. The guy can randomly slip in and out of Caribbean style polyrhythms like it's nothing at all, just second nature. Most groups that incorporate that type of temporal complexity would have multiple players carry it out, but Copeland? He's got it completely under control by himself. I've been a minor percussionist for around five decades and there's no way I could pull that off for more than a short fill on my very best days.

[@giannibadeau3344]

I am so blessed to be alive to have seen this performance even if only on youtube! Stewart, a magical artist!! Such an amazing band!

[@ryonh6730]

I needed this perspective change today. Thank you for teaching me how to be more positive.

[@NObucketLIST]

I feel we have lived during the best time of existence on the planet the last 50 years. Especially in the U.S. I guess it is a blessing.

[@user-te6wt5rk3v]

Q​😂😂❤❤❤ff😢

[@NObucketLIST]

@@user-te6wt5rk3v You're gonna be ok.

[@duckbrew]

what yr is this?

[@Steve-bo6ht]

Not just a drummer but the ultimate professor of percussion

[@paulmoreno6735]

Exactly! Well said

[@MetalionMusic]

Beyond the obvious playing skill, the thing that most strikes me about this is how creative his arrangement is. Going from cymbals/crotales to timpani, starting and ending with gong, adding the drum set at the appropriate place... just an amazing way of conceptualizing the song for live performance.

[@revswank]

Perfect example of why Sting ultimately did the right thing by cutting Stewart and Andy into the songwriting royalties for the Police back catalogue, as none of those wonderful Police songs would have been what they were without their brilliant contributions. I mean, it should have happened in the first place, but better late than never.

[@JeraldGonzalez-vb7uh]

Sting did the right thing. A lot of greedy songwriters never did the right thing like in the group The Band

[@EmiSuperTrans71]

When I thought they were still arguing over it

[@ssssssssssssssssss50]

Isn’t andy sueing sting over every breath you take?

[@AngelicusImmortus]

Stewart Copeland has to be one of the best Drummer/percussionists ever. Just so many sonic textures, just beautiful.

[@SmorgusBorg]

If you haven't listened to "Stewart Copeland, The Rhythmatist", it's an a really great dip into world music that any Copeland or percussion fan will completely enjoy. I completely wore out a cassette copy of it in the late 80's. It's a gem.

[@TrickyNick69]

He loves banging stuff

[@mikemaxson4682]

I'm a 57 year old drummer. When I was 18 ish , I was told to listen to Stewart Coperland and the police by my drum teacher, and try to get to his level . I never have reached his level , but I've done ok !!

[@dan_gabriel]

You had a good teacher.

[@timsenbimsen]

Heard this song so many times but never relaized what's really happening in terms of drums/percussions. I'm speechless. This is brilliant!

[@redrick8900]

Wild, because I'm a drummer and I always thought of this song as a skeleton with a drum solo built around it.

[@syvsinger1]

Agreed!

[@timbali01]

They “de-constructed” a lot of the songs for the reunion tour in such great ways! I was fortunate enough to see this tour and have seats behind Stewart. Since I’m a drummer also, it was perfect!

[@theresaakins2317]

Did Andy and Sting play on the tour you saw?

[@markglover8299]

IKR!

[@swellhunter8605]

I was a metalhead all through the 80s with ONE EXCEPTION. The Police.

[@kevingatebridge3656]

Same here...

[@mitch1847]

Yep, but I kept it hidden. I didn't want other metalheads to know I was listening to "that band the girls like".

[@PerrySenn]

Right!?!? (Jazz guy here … with The same one exception...😁😎🥁

[@63ah1275]

Replace metal head with Deadhead.

[@TCshore1]

To call Copeland a drummer is an understatement he’s a genius

[@psycoticreaction9135]

I saw the Sychronicity Tour in Denver in 1983. My seat was about 50 feet straight back of the drum kit. Stewart kicks and plays the drums REALLY HARD!

[@matthewperry2767]

He used to for sure. If you watch him on the kit in this performance, it's all finesse.

[@beaudure01]

Gotta love the way he plays with such precision and forethought while making it LOOK like he’s just messing around.

[@darkmatter7301]

Creativity is off the charts here but… the best thing he has achieved in a world full of drummers is ORIGINALITY. He’s doing something other drummers aren’t necessarily doing regardless of skill level, the dude is original. Quite an accomplishment!

[@elsongs]

I got to see The Police during the big reunion tour in 2007 and clearly remembered this number as one of the highlights of the show.

[@chaza.2891]

Saw them in Montreal in 2007. I had the best time of my life

[@BrunoAlcouffe]

Me too. In Melbourne for me at the MCG.

[@maiaschneider5919]

Saw them in Toronto what a joy! Always loved the Police never thought I would ever get to see them live ❤

[@abbyg3685]

Watch Rick Beato’s interview of Stewart Copeland to get Stewart’s perspective on this song. Very fascinating.

[@anakina1]

I love watching this over and over. So glad the camera featured him. Such an awesome unique drummer.

[@vintagemxer9165]

not really

[@davidb8259]

Wtf

[@redrick8900]

@@vintagemxer9165 Sure there is that other guy who sounds like this. What was his name?

[@JoeyBrunoMusicArchives]

It's always so obvious when trolls like you are actually envious of the person you're trolling, and of course trolling is the only thing that you're actually capable of doing, as opposed to say, playing an instrument well. You're a "master mixer" eh ? Yeah I have my doubts about that. Master mixer of cocktails maybe, since you would have to be really wasted to leave a comment so simplistically stupid. OK, back to trolling for you, my friend. Remember...trolling is a full time job for you fools, so don't waste another minute... ​@@vintagemxer9165

[@rv6ejguy]

I've watched this clip many times. Just awesome Stewart. You are a legend.

[@cadillacblue3412]

I WAS THERE! It was a performance that exceeded expectations. Beck opened the show. A great evening ... Thank you, Adriana Mariscotti

[@user-sb1sc5qt9b]

Awesome 😊

[@Manager_Mister]

I so envy you.

[@slowery43]

Wow that is so amazingly and totally not at all interesting n any way... not a sole came here hoping to find out if cadilacblue was at a show... this isn't about you Princess

[@cadillacblue3412]

@@slowery43 I guess you're mad your mom didn't blo you this morning and obviously you are jealous I am a worldwide show stormer when you live in that same moms basement tring to find that dorito you lost yesterday under your fat belly roll. NOT TO MENTION that at least 25 people here see ME as being a total badass for being there. Go sit down and STFU stop trying and failing to bother people for attention nobody care s about you ya crotch roach..🖕

[@michaelko718]

I was very fortunate to watch this performance live back in 2007. Unforgettable.

[@davewielhouwer11]

Stewart isnt a drummer, he is a percussionist!!! And that was awesome. Im sure or i hope the boys appreciate that Stewart can do all that instead of hiring a "tour percussionist"

[@ziggystardust4627]

I know that there were sometimes tensions within the band, but I hope Sting and Andy appreciate the wild inventiveness, fascination, brilliance and professionalism that you brought to the percussion component of The Police. Lord knows I appreciate it. When you return to that tightly tuned snare near the end is sublime. This is not the work of a musician trying to repeat his group's greatest hits, it's someone who is truly trying to find new ground to explore within existing structures.

[@gerardoneri5115]

Couldn't have said it better myself. Totally agree.

[@JustK009]

Amazing..ppl don’t realize how many music lessons are in Police albums..let alone the live performances..Copeland’s playing is creativity at it’s best🍻🍻🍻

[@blobcity3591]

its

[@Blujonny11]

Yeah, those melodies aren't your typical rock n' roll ones. Even Sting's music is so serendipitous.

[@AlphanumericCharacters]

@@Blujonny11haunting. The melodies aren’t beautiful to me. They aren’t depressing but they leave me with a feeling of having just experienced a great loss and am just now accepting it. But then the songs always feel unfinished….unresolved….you are left hanging in this uncomfortable space. Not just this song but most all of them. I’m not really a fan of The Police for that reason. They leave me with a dull angst. The artistry is incredible indeed and whatever it is that affects me that way is brilliance.

[@RodPimentelSound]

Goosebumps! A master class in arragement, orchestration, drumming. What a legend!

[@mitch1847]

Sting is a great musician. Stewart is an obnoxiously great musician. How these two have not deleted each other in the past 45 years is amazing.

[@robertmiller8071]

One of the greatest drumming performances I've ever had the pleasure of seeing in my 57 years !!!!😂😂😢😢

[@mbarringer3310]

Just amazing, Sting was so lucky to have him as his percussionist in The Police.

[@TaylorTrask]

All three of them lived and breathed music. All of their most intense arguments were over music. I'm just happy they respected each other's musical skills enough to reunite when they did. We're all better for it.

[@BodhiPolitic]

It was Copeland who put the band together. You could say he discovered Sting.

[@rjbennett3418]

All Sting ever wanted was a back beat. Boring!

[@princeofcupspoc9073]

You mean Sting was lucky to be invited into Stewart's band.

[@lucaswedderburn4789]

Such an inspiration to any musician. To say he mastered the drums is an understatement! Stewart we freaking love you! This song is beautiful I sing it to my girlfriend with my trash voice but the energy is all in there!

[@shaneshrimp6519]

I was fortunate to see these guys on this tour and they were so amazing ! It was like they never left.I would love to see them do it one more time .

[@Bassryche]

Love the album version since it came out. But this one put this song to an all new level of emotion. Thank you for sharing Stewart

[@coffeebot3000]

I was lucky enough to see this in Tokyo. Stewart and the drums were one. So amazing.

[@Yourbankaccount]

My favorite rock trio of all time! Wish these giants of musicality could perform together one more time tough...

[@user-mi7qn4ep6t]

A true percussionist. And I love it ins't a gimmick. That percussion sound is perfect for that song and with the release in the middle with a traditional back best is just awesome.

[@walkbox6596]

For me Stewart is the best rock drummer of all time! Period.

[@theincantrix1144]

Never heard of Neil Peart (Rush) eh?

[@DameTremonti]

@@theincantrix1144 yes, but he wasn;t as good.

[@theincantrix1144]

@@DameTremonti Or John Bonham, Carl Palmer, Charlie Watts... Outside of being a fan boi, Copeland not even sniffing top 20.

[@DameTremonti]

@@theincantrix1144 Yes i've heard of them, i just said Peart wasn't as good. Why start naming other drummers? Who mentioned a top 20? Silly boy.

[@theincantrix1144]

@@DameTremonti I know it's really hard to follow along the OPs post with 4 whole replies. You might want to at least try. Further, you asserting Peart wasn't as good, is irrelevant to how the industry and everyone involved in it views where Peart ranks.

[@CianRourke]

I’m a 58-year-old guitarist, and you’re one of my favorite musicians ever. 🤙

[@riverdog155]

Ciao, I'm also a 58 year old guitarist, and I think exactly like you mate.

[@jumpinjojo]

Of Stewart??

[@vandalorianvandalorian4769]

Another almost 59 year old singer/musician, and I concur!

[@TheJont118]

I’m only a 47 yo guitarist, but count me in on that.

[@drummerboyharm3078]

And I am a 58 year old drummer 😉

[@the4theyeofra974]

Saw two of these reunion shows back in 2007 I believe it was!

[@spanqueluv9er]

@the4theyeofra974 You believe it was what? What did you believe it was? Care to finish your incomplete thought?

[@the4theyeofra974]

Ok, I had FOR CERTAIN saw The Police live at two of their reunion show tours back in 2007, two nights in a row. This drum setup of Stewart's is from that tour.

[@lindsayheywood7195]

I love videos that focus on the drummer! There are so few of them. Usually the camera focuses almost entirely on the singer.

[@joellenlenhardt487]

The incomparable Stewart Copeland! The best Police song! Enough said!

[@mk3driftmotion]

After all these years, still one of the best drummers in the world. Such an original talent, thanks for a lifetime of incredible music!!

[@definitelynotcainan3353]

To call Stewart Copeland a mere drummer is a disservice... He is a master percussionist AND multi instrumentalist and composer. There is not a single instrument on that stage that he cannot play to a highly professional level. He is a prodigous PURE musician.

[@mk3driftmotion]

@@definitelynotcainan3353 I am a drummer myself, so that's his skill that I appreciate the most, but he is definitely a great man of many talents.

[@vintagemxer9165]

not even remotely close. "best" should never EVER be used for this hack. YES - HACK!

[@mk3driftmotion]

@vintagemxer9165 😆 I can't say I agree the drummer from The Police could be considered a "hack", but everyone's entitled to their own opinion...

[@redrick8900]

@@definitelynotcainan3353 Being a percussionist is much easier than being a drummer. I bet you good money that Copeland couldn't play that fretless bass worth a crap.

[@steveec9704]

That PAISTE gong is 80 grand fricking awesome!

[@KillerMcDiller]

Stewart...the Polymath in percussion. What a master.

[@JamminClemmons]

NOTHING IS LIVE HERE!!! He's slamming and bashing during a live concert, but the video's all freaking askew.

[@calwesley872]

I played timpani all throughout high school and college in my schools' symphonic bands. Those days are long gone and I haven't played in years, but I still like seeing rock drummers incorporate them into their playing. Stewart does an excellent job making use of timpani in the choruses. I've watched this video about four times since stumbling upon it this week.

[@tjoyl369]

This is one of my favorite music videos on youtube. The great thing about the net is I'm able to see videos of all my favorite drummers and I have watched all of them over the years guys like Gene Krupa, Ginger Baker, John Bonham, Neil Peart and so on. But Stewart Copeland is still the one that captures my ear the most. Fascinating to watch the Maestro perform!

[@terrat3048]

I never liked this song much, but this rendition is a gem. Stewart, what a star he is! Andy's playing is superb, too. Sting is Sting, enough said.

[@dmoney8373]

I’ve watched this probably 50 times over the last couple of years.

[@williamwilson6499]

I love it when an artist is a performer. He doesn’t just sit in a studio surrounded by electronics and make his music…

[@mornek]

This is mastery in another level. Joy to ears, eyes and hearts.

[@MB-uw6eh]

Stewart is a natural drummer. The beats flow out of him.

[@edwardx.winston5744]

The tastiest pop drummer of all time. No wonder you left such an impression on Peart. A significant part of Permanent Waves, Moving Pictures, and especially Signals, were attempts by Rush to be the Police. (or, maybe because they were Canadian, they were trying to be “The Mounties”) 😂😂😂

[@JOSELOMALDO]

Thank you Stewart. You are the Master of the percussion!

[@josephwilkins6587]

Stew , Neil , Keith , John, thank you for blessing your presence on this earth !!!!!

[@sunnyseacat6857]

Effervescent. Joyful, nuanced playing shimmers and shines. Everything Stewart plays is intentional: well placed sounds sparkle and dance, letting the song come through without superfluous distractions. The brilliance of blending of sounds exudes taste.

[@markarnett7209]

There's only one. Thank you, Mr. Copeland for the genius that is you.

[@markandrewrathof1583]

That was awesome. His love of percussion & passion in performing is always in sync & absolutely incredible.👍

[@jaduenas]

Watching you play is always inspiring to me (and many others, obviously)! As long as I can remember, your joy and love of drumming has shone through in your playing. You made me want to be a drummer when I was a little boy in the 80s, and you inspire my playing still to this day. Thank you for sharing your joy of drumming with all of us.

[@Evsta]

Love how the gong blends with the crowd cheering at the end. Must have been surreal to be there.

[@axistiltproductions]

The coolest drummer in Rock History for sure. That was awesome!

[@gbarrancos1]

i love this in so many levels. This was one of my favorite Police songs already, but this version brought it to another level. Downtuning made it more somber and this percussion arrangement is pure gold. The timpani at the chorus always gives me chills

[@jdillard8940]

Thank you Stewart. Blessed to have seen this live. You are a true original.

[@ksanClain]

Total Magic. Thank you for letting us see it. ❤❤❤

[@philipmulville8218]

That is what’s known as a Masterclass. Sensational.

[@RobReedMusic]

Perfection on all counts.

[@johnstitt2615]

A man who plays with intent. Stewart Copeland. ✌️😎✌️

[@user-le1in3ck7p]

Bravo Stewart. I was lucky to see both performances in L.A and San Diego

[@hernanrodriguez2707]

I was there, BEAUTIFUL Recital, The Police The band of My Life... i enjoy that Magnificent NIGHT, Unforgettable, Thank you Stewart, Andy and Sting for the magnificent Moment,

[@indigatorveritatis5298]

As a drummer, I've always admired Copeland's creativity and how musical he always has been

[@thebod1]

Great version of this song, and I so glad the video focused was on your amazing playing. A Master in action.

[@williamsaling9648]

He is one of a kind. Glad to have witnessed him.

[@sagan1976]

Copeland was one of the drummers who made me fall in love with the ride sound.

[@dickduquesne]

Mr Copeland, you're not just an amazing drummer, you've been a real paradigm shifter in the world of drumming. Just one masterclass after another

[@thetr00per30]

Stew was in heaven here lol If only they had kept it going after the 2007-08 reunion shows. Probably the best Pop/Rock band of all time imho.

[@lotusalivelight24]

Stewart is the most unique & hard-working, & astute drummer & composer, of many, long-standing years. This is eye-candy for the soul... in sound... 🤩🌸✨💫💜

[@DemoDougie]

The way they feel time together is legendary and underrated.

[@mumblbeebee6546]

I am very moved by this video - it is beautiful music to start with, played by highly accomplished musicians which makes it pleasant to let wash through me. But to see Stewart… dance? The set around him is the body, and he is the blood, the heart, it is so uplifting. Watching an artist live their art like this is incredibly uplifting to me. Thank you!

[@JediFight]

Wow, that was remarkable. True musicians like this are no longer being rewarded.

[@redrick8900]

I'm pretty sure this guy is filthy rich and has all kinds of awards and gets to do whatever he wants.

[@nickmaverick6216]

Pure genius, and magical...

[@briansumner6346]

Absolutely amazing! The detail and complexity far eclipses the overall tenure of the piece and is only revealed in the concert. Wow!

[@alexanderednie1205]

I watch this every couple months. Gorgeous orchestration

[@brianholmes6626]

That was incredible! I knew Mr. Copeland was up there with the upper echelon drummers but I've never saw him do all that live until just now.....really awesome stuff

[@rickydrone9274]

Mr. Percussion unleashed !!

[@jonathanharris8566]

Wow, never saw this performance..... Stewart is a beast, this is so relaxing to listen to, perfect rain or snow music, really all year around but those moments are the best time to listen to this song

[@garryleblanc4002]

One word .....Phenomenal!!

[@manuelazacchetti4726]

!Le Roy

[@BodhiPolitic]

Philly Joe Jones, Sammy Davis Jr., Harvey Mason, Billy Cobham, Stewart Copeland - my all time favorite drummers and influences, in different ways. (Sammy was a top notch tap dancer and also played the drums really well.) But Stewart Copeland always stood out for me. Listening to him drumming with The Police was and still is very very humbling. When I was a teen I simply couldn't even understand what he was playing - it was so creative, unpredictable and virtuoso. And tight, tight, tight. I was listening to and playing almost exclusively bebop/jazz/funk at the time. The Police was the only rock band whose music really, really fascinated me. (And Stewart's drumming scared me. How could anyone be this good? So unbound from convention? So steeped in dub?) Their music is still so musically rich and sonically exciting. One of the best bands ever, no question. (The only thing I disliked were some of the guitar solos, hah!) Wrapped Around Your Finger is and remains a masterpiece of music and one of my all time favorite tracks. It immediately immerses my mind in an archetypal story kind of mode. Thank you for the music and all the emotions.

[@user-dh8we6ef1h]

I've never been so inspired and discouraged at the same time! I'll never ever ever be able to play anything close to Stewart Copeland...The undisputed 🐐 Goat of percussion

[@slimtimm1]

When I saw them in 1983 they did everything in the original keys

[@lucianoleonardi6291]

i can't even belive that this kind of musicality exists, i almost started crying because of what good music can create in your heart. simply beautifull, along side chad smith from rhcp, this man can be the best drummer and percusionist ever.

[@Mushy72]

stay off the drugs!!

[@Manager_Mister]

Where you there back in the early 80s? They were beyond awesome. It is now over 40 years ago, still blows me away.

[@davehunter935]

Now that's a great musician. Also one of my favourite bands of all time 😊

[@TomasLjung-jj5dp]

A song reminds me of carribean islands of beautiful colours seeing them master copeland drumming beat at his best gift in music must say Bravissimo ☆☆☆☆☆

[@McgarickWAstate]

Hats off to the camera man!! that was fantastic Stewart!! what a treat to see and hear...

[@mammyrammer4209]

Holy cow! This is an outstanding version of this song.Also, good job drum tech, whoever you are.

[@deanwells501]

I saw this live in Cleveland. Stewart Copeland was astonishing on this song.

[@mrouth5691]

This is mind blowing 🤯 I never knew how intricate the percussion part was! Whew!

[@bwtawny]

I remember seeing thus on MTV or VH1 or HBO or whoever broadcast the reunion concert. I was impressed then but seeinb thus now is just leaving awestruck and appreciating this man's talent so much more.

[@hughcdavies]

Never was a fan of the original album version of this song. However this version shows it's true heart.

[@devinmichaelroberts9954]

the original version is epic.. why not? It sounds almost identical to this/

[@laurabusse1832]

The video from the 80s though is my favorite music video of all time

[@jpowley2691]

Copeland is the reason I loved The Police. I’m a huge fan!

[@3H3H3H]

Stewart copperland in hiss generations and epics decades was creative and magic artist that inspired many drummers tutors and drums players around the world. I saw many hits and creations of him and I growth with the police hits and sucess in my hole. Love you and respect you til today you are a positive reference and inspiration for me forever. God bless and thank you Steve ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@WildBill1911]

So glad my brother introduced me to the Police when I started playing drums. I was listening to alot of metal then and when I heard Stewart Copeland's playing it was awesome! I really enjoyed this performance.

[@johnp8355]

Second greatest drummer of all time.

[@orourkedamusic]

He's first.

[@johnp8355]

@@orourkedamusic I think Neil Peart was

[@orourkedamusic]

@@johnp8355 Now we're talking.

[@peterweston1356]

Moon

[@theonewhowalksalone1957]

Bonham!

[@kevinhullinger8743]

Genius, I remember back in the early 80’s most music novices thought you had to have a big drum kit to be acknowledged as a real drummer. Steward never disappoints 🙌

[@talonpilot]

So him having 75 cymbals, a xylophone, multiple tambourines, and other accompanying percussion instruments doesnt count as “big”; so big he walks to another kit? Ok…… While he is an absolute genius drummer/musician, I dont think your comment is applicable!

[@redrick8900]

@@talonpilot That isn't a drum kit. His drum kit is his drum kit and it's moderately sized.

[@paulemma8125]

I always have to come back and watch this again and again. Magical

[@user-pr9qi5sl9t]

Back when I was a teenager in the 80's I was becoming a drummer I was raised on a lot of heavy metal and hard rock. I guess at the time I wanted to party and just play loud and fast. At the time the Police were everywhere with this album and on the radio and MTV. As I got older I became exposed to different styles and time signatures. Neil Peart, Alex Van Halen, and Dave Lombardo were my favorite drummers. I knew who the Police were and some of their songs but I guess I wanted to hear loud distorted guitars, bass, and heavy drums. I always liked this song and it always stuck in my head. Now years later and having listened to all different kinds of music and watching different drummers on KZbin I have newfound respect for Stewart Copeland's drumming and I really like how explains what he's playing and his approach to the drums. He seems like he's a nice guy and respectful of other drummers in his interviews. Anyway, I love this song and his playing on it. 🥁