TOMMY LEE Drum Solo - Motley Crue

[@leoevs441]

As a drummer for 30 years plus I can confirm Tommy is a decent drummer and that's it but Neil Pert is a master technician on the drums

[@crazylegslife]

100%

[@MrMiguella]

Neil Peart is a brilliant musician and Tommy Lee is a brilliant entertainer

[@jckingsley]

@@MrMiguella This is closer to what I think on the matter as well. If I'm looking for the best jazz/blues drummer, I'm looking for one thing. If I'm looking for the best 80's rock drummer, I'm looking for a different thing. Neil/Rush and Tommy/MC are not really to be put in the same camp for comparison. A better comparison/argument could be made for Bonham/Immigrant Song vs. Pert/Tom Sawyer, for example. Or Tommy/Girls, Girls, Girls vs. Rocket/Mama Don't Dance.

[@DEADER420]

i just remembered tommy lee had a MTV show and he went back to school and joined the drumline as a percussionist

[@j.akelly9775]

Jordy is amazing as well

[@johnnybasement430]

First off, if you guys werent aware, sadly, Neil Peart passed away January 2020 and is sorely missed to this day🙏... Now, Im a diehard Crue fan since they 1st hit the scene way back with Too Fast For Love! I also love Tommy and yes he is amazing BUT no one in the Metal/Rock world would ever compare Lee to Peart. No one compares to Peart....Famous statement that has been said repeatedly about Peart is that 'Hes your favorite drummers favorite drummer!! Neil is also known as "The Professor". Lastly, Neil doesnt need special effects to enhance his performance, he just adds more drums!! You guys are awesome!! Love the Metallica reactions!! Keep it up!!

[@joel9873]

As a RUSH fan very well said and Thank You

[@razzle2112]

it's no secret Neil is better than Tommy but Tommy is still really good. Neil was more talented but Tommy had more showmanship. you guys should react to a steve smith drum solo, he's the drummer of journey he's amazing

[@KillDozer187]

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[@razzle2112]

@@KillDozer187 shocker, a child musical prodigy from japan

[@KillDozer187]

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[@Mike80528]

It was Neil's bumping into Steve and commenting on how much he had improved in his playing that lead to Steve mentioning working with Freddy Gruber and Neil going and studying with him (IIRC).

[@robertlambert1447]

Tommy Lee will cite Neil Peart as a major influence on his playing. Tommy is good at what he does, all out rock and roll. Neil is a MASTER at everything.

[@superstarlinux]

Neil was voted best drummer in the world ten times in a row, which is an amazing accomplishment, and what most people don't know is he has written a few books as well. They don't call him the professor for nothing! Tommy is a showman and no doubt good.

[@chadhelms4907]

Books dont do dees guys no good nohow.

[@docwho10th88]

@@chadhelms4907 They are not books they are called accolades and accomplishments!

[@chriss8718]

Neil Peart is about talent … Lee is about distracting his ‘basicness’ with flashing lights Go watch Carey’s famous drum video from Tool … thats talent too

[@AlerieHightower]

Tommy vs. Neil is showmanship vs. raw talent. Everyone has a preference, but Neil was in a class by himself as far as being musically gifted.

[@shanemason4031]

Tommy Lee would say Neil was the Goat, Neil had a greater influence and inspired Alot of good drummers, but they called him the Professor for his talent and skills not only drumming but a great lyricist as well. Neil was a Percussionist and learn to play any genre.or style of music. Making Neil a legend in the music world..

[@markbailey3225]

Actually he said Bonham was the greatest ever

[@pauljohnson3524]

Tommy is not even in the same league as Neil. Neil is a legend Tommy is just another drummer.

[@ScruffyNerfhurder]

The vast majority of drummers would put Neil above Tommy. You have to look at more than a couple videos. Listen to their albums. The stuff Neil Pert showed with Rush is insane.

[@chadhelms4907]

Do these guys look and act smart enough to figure anything out ? Think about who you are dealing with.

[@kiafree8016]

@@chadhelms4907 You must be a miserable human🤭

[@NicodemusLCK]

Long time drummer here. Tommy made me want to play drums as a kid in the 80s. He was more of the rockstar/entertainer. But from a pure drumming standpoint - it's Neil, all the way... The guy in the front right knows what's up.

[@ThatGuy389]

Need to check out Danny Careys drum cam video, drummer for Tool playing their song Pneuma. Impressive stuff as well.

[@maybedrinkin3241]

I just posted this same thing, but you beat me to it. Nice Work! I second the motion.

[@cdfdesantis699]

Tommy's fantastic, but Neil was pure genius! Thanks for your reaction.

[@louisenglish8069]

Yep, Neil the technician, Tommy the showman. Neil wrote all Rush's lyrics also by the way (another rather large feather in his cap). Neil, to me, is professionally prepared filet mignon and Tommy is cotton candy. Each has a time and place I guess

[@sheenabenson661]

I noticed Tommy Lee takes many breaks during his performance where Neil from Rush played the whole 8 minutes straight with NO breaks now that's Amazing and at his age, he'll be sadly missed R.I.P Neil !

[@docwho10th88]

Also Neil was NEVER out of breath for being over 60 after his solos

[@crisLeaps89]

A result of their respective lifestyles for sure. As bad as it is to say, it’s a blessing that Tommy is still around after all his “partying”

[@ez-techy09]

This mf was upside down

[@metadeth578]

@@docwho10th88 neil didn't smoke or do drugs!!

[@metadeth578]

@@ez-techy09 so! neil would kick his ass still!

[@wilkiadam]

Tommy’s like a 6/10 in terms of best drummers, Neil is easily a 10/10

[@ralfuz777]

🤘🤘🤘

[@jmontigny7367]

100% 🤘🤘🤘

[@joel9873]

Neil 11/10

[@handsomeX]

I totally agree. He's a very solid standard 4/4 time drummer.

[@janetta5153]

When you are standing at the stage and that kit lifts up and starts spinning in the air, its a whole different feeling... Saw this live In Charlotte NC.. Never seen anything like it since....

[@BumpyEye]

Buddy Rich Impossible Drum Solo is a good one. So many Jazz drummers that you would think are magic

[@ljubaceranic937]

Finally someone says it

[@kimberlybadonie6134]

I was thinking the same. Buddy Rich was the man. Tommy is ok.

[@BumpyEye]

@@kimberlybadonie6134 The Tommy solo sounded industrial

[@medleyaliesha]

Neil Pert for sure is the greatest...I saw Rush live in the 80's and memorizing. Saw Moltley Crew open for Ozzy in the 80's too...

[@tinaboksa3642]

If you close your 👀 then Tommy Lee loses.

[@crazylegslife]

Tommy vs Neil = Rocker Flashy vs A Master... no comparison at all.

[@ComicHorder410]

Tommy Lee is a great drummer and an amazing showman but no one in rock is touching Neil Peart. It is really warms my heart to hear that men from your generation want to grow stronger in your faith to the lord. If you love the lord and you love what is right with all of your soul and might, blessings will surely come to you and your family. 🙏

[@themidwayproject6207]

It makes me happy that you are trying to get closer to the Lord. God bless you.

[@tsch38301]

From a pure talent and skill set not even close. Neil was light years ahead. From a showmanship and fun, Tommy Lee was fun and his gimmicks were close to a fun to watch as Neil awesomeness.

[@Johnnyultra1]

Time to do John "Bonzo" Bonham from Led Zeppelin. His solo from "Moby Dick" from the movie The Song Remains The Same is classic. Niel Peart and Bonzo are constantly compared as the best drummers in rock. Two totally different styles of drumming but both are insane. RockOn guys!

[@metadeth578]

i put neil and john side by side as the best rock drummers ever. Buddy rich was also a great drummer!

[@Kmd2574]

Tommy's a badass! Put on an amazing show!

[@dennismadere3844]

Peart and Lee are probably 2 of the best. Watch the Godsmack drum battle it will definitely entertain you.

[@crow797]

Another great reaction! Big Mötley Crüe Fan! And also a huge Cartier Family fan!!❤

[@TanyaQueen182]

I've seen Tommy Lee fly across from one side of an arena to another back in the day in Boston. Great show!

[@stansmith3509]

Tommy Lee is crazy and that's how you become legendary. Even if he's not best all time which is something that can't truly be said, it's all opinion, he's still an amazing artist that inspired many and that's what's important.

[@Magumba_State]

Tool Pneuma Drum Cam definitely the most insane drum preformance I've ever seen

[@ecastillo137]

Tommy Lee drums with some of the best guys out there. You guys have to check out Mike Portnoy or Mike Mangini both played in a band called Dream Theater. Portnoy played with them first then later was replaced with Mangini. They both have some of the best drum solos out there. If you like Neil Peart from Rush, you'll definitely dig these guys. Or do a reaction video to judge which one is better!? That would be awesome! Keep doing what y'all do, bros! I really enjoy y'all's reactions!✌️✊🏽

[@zara6673]

Y'all are just scratching the surface with how wild he gets on his kits. Keep looking them up. Great dude, too. Really good to everyone he comes into contact with.

[@TheOnyx3821]

They didn't call Neil The Professor for nothing. High class, well educated, super talented individual. Never bragging, always demonstrating. Just the GOAT. Tommy's technically good, Neil's got the flow...

[@dragonfly9416]

Now that’s what you call a drum roll please 😂😂loved the 80’s

[@Goatchild90]

My metalhead friend showed me this clip and we both thought it was the coolest thing ever

[@myaimistrashgaming5175]

I got to see tommy lee when the scorpions came into town, they needed a drummer for their tour, and tommy was with them. He did his solo with the flipping drum kit too was awesome

[@lizardking8516]

What people forget is that Tommy was himself a drum prodigy. His persona, fame and pron has taken away from his musical legacy. But at 17 he was part of one of the biggest and most famous bands ever. And well known in a time when drummers didn't get love

[@erikaronska1096]

My first concert was Motley Crue (Shout at the Devil tour) April 30 1984 in Colorado Springs. I was 14 we waited all day in line for general admission. We ended up right on the barricade. It was amazing!

[@kaylaknox8569]

Y’all side conversations are hilarious 😂

[@ColinFurness77]

Drummer here. Since 1986. Tommy Lee inspired me to start playing. Tommy Lee rocks 100%!! No question. He just oozes stage presence and charisma. He's like a frontman behind the drumkit, and he beats the shit outta his drums. That said, Neil Peart is fundamentally a way better drummer. He's also a master of playing odd time signatures. Something you never see outta Tommy. Y'all gotta react to some old school 70s Rush to see what Neil's really capable of. Also, there are a ton of wicked drummers out there to react to. To me, Buddy Rich is THE G.O.A.T.!! Also, check out Dennis Chambers, Terry Bozzio, Simon Phillips, Dave Weckl, and so many others. Cheers, from Vancouver Canada 🇨🇦

[@Fairygrl_TW]

U def need to see Tommy Lee Roller Coaster Drum Solo Manchester, a literal rollercoaster. Thanx so much, Peace

[@rebeccarockchik6704]

Tommy has a few different drum set ups that move about. I've seen two of them live. So cool!! 🔥

[@justm188]

Back in the 80s I was at a Motley Crue concert and seen this exact thing. It was cool when he went upside down & spinning

[@kevosomaza7741]

LMFAOOO “you dont know dolly parton!” Even his dawgs couldnt believe that.😂😂

[@daryltom3183]

Great commentary guys!! TLee kicks arrrrssssss!

[@micktaylor5205]

I saw them back in the day and the drum kit travelled on a track and spun while he drummed his ass off! Was so sick.

[@randycomerford2038]

I seen them on this tour, and many more actually, but that's why Tommy's in my top 5 drummers of all time, cause not a lot of drummers can do that shit!

[@rickhaddad7261]

I'll just leave this quote for you "Neil Peart is your favorite drummers favorite drummer"

[@Ritaholden1]

Motley Crue outs on a fantastic show !!

[@Hoodie_100]

You've gotta watch Tommy's drum solo on their "Final Tour" back in 2015.....drum roller coaster from stage - over the audience -almost to the back of the arena. Most awesome thing I've ever seen at a concert!! The entire concert was filmed and has aired a number of times.

[@Frostrazor]

It's fair to say Neil is technically skilled a better drummer - with so many more surfaces and time signatures. Tommy is def a better showman. Growing up - Tommy was one of my fav drummers, and one of the three drummers who inspired me to be a drummer as well. (the other two were Lars of Metallica, and Robert Sweet of Stryper).

[@lorenzodicocco3748]

You have to do God Smack Dueling drum solo. Mind blowing

[@flannelguydiy6458]

If you want to see some sick drumming, review "Black Sabbath War Pigs 1970 Live". One of the best live drumming performances ever. If you want the link, reply to this comment and I will provide it.

[@calebsgigi]

He actually did this at one of the concerts I attended and we went wild! But you go wild at any Crue concerts! I've been to a few of them!

[@Bigdogfindley]

Tommy was always my drum hero, but there is no denying Neil Peart is the GOAT.

[@alisummers7984]

I’ve seen him live.. he plays drums upside down as well.. it’s really phenomenal

[@donaldlong1764]

He did the same thing in 1990 in Charlotte NC the first concert I ever went to. Warrant opened up for them.

[@marysweda2097]

Danny Carey TOOL drum solo…amazing. He’s elite.

[@Yvo19]

I HIGHLY recommend the Zildjian Live series of videos. Gergo borlai, Nikki Glapie and Thomas Pridgen are who would start with. You will 100% dig it.

[@michaeldouglas8214]

I went to this concert in San Diego CA. 🤘🤘😆😆

[@tinah9187]

This was the Girls' tour. My first time seeing the Crue, I was 11.

[@newchapterart8929]

Y'all should check out the Godsmack drum battle. It is between the drummer and lead singer and it is awesome

[@sumonjamal1653]

Neil Peart was nicknamed 'The Professor' for his intelligence, lyrics and his immense drum skills... his drum solos were very intricate & technical in execution, playing rock, jazz, blues, African rhythms, electronic pads and echoes, etc. Tommy Lee is a showman on drums and beats... his drumming skills were great, but he was not into the technical or methodical aspects of drumming like Neil was... Lee's drum solo was a spectacle for entertainment, but he was also skilled in making electronic beats. Peter Criss, the original drummer of Kiss was the same way... a fan of jazz and swing music, he didn't have the technical ability or the power of Neil Peart or John Bonham of Led Zeppelin... Criss was also about making an entertaining spectacle w/ his drum solos. (Late) Kiss drummer Eric Carr was much better... his drumming skills were exceptional. Carr could entertain and hit his drums like no other. Then, there was (the late) Slipknot drummer Joey Jordison, who would play in a mask and coveralls and also do his drum solos on a riser that would turn and lift him (and his drumkit) sideways.

[@metadeth578]

also there is Dave lombardo the king of double bass

[@garytom1935]

Awesome show, seen it live in NM 🥁

[@donaldlong1764]

Tommy got a reality check when he went back to school and tried the drum line. You need to check it out.

[@cashus68]

I was at this show, Tacoma Washington, still have my ticket stub. 😉

[@dreggymon]

😆 Every Frank Zappa drummer ever saying 'hold my beer'.

[@mh42sticky]

Hey guys like your video. I have been a fan for both drummers yea Tommy is and has been my favorite. Neil was just as awesome I hate we lost him from brain cancer, but Tom Sawyer was my favorite song from Neil. yall keep up the videos coming.

[@Cgee3]

You guys need to watch a Danny Carey drum solo. He’s the drummer for tool.

[@maybedrinkin3241]

Yes Please!

[@leebassa1545]

I saw a motley crew on this tour, and Tommy Lee’s solo was nothing short of amazing! His solos at every show I’ve ever gone to were awesome! Much respect for Neil Peart. Yes, he is a goat, but choosing between Tommy and Neil is all just a matter of taste for their drumming style…

[@stevenallen500]

Since we are on a drum solo kick check out Danny Carey on the drum cam from Tool on the the song Pnuema .

[@lorgin2003]

For drummers, John Bonham - Moby Dick, the 15 minute live version. Also check out The Who - My Generation live on the Smother's Brothers. I would also recommend checking out Michael Jackson's drummer, Jonathan "Sugarfoot" Moffett, playing Beat it on a Drumeo video. His cymbal choke in that is absurd.

[@muc405]

There's no way Tommy Lee is in the same league as Neil Pert. Neil had raw talent and skill, Tommy Lee had a gimmick. And if you want to talk top tier drummers, you have to go all the way back to two of the GOATs, Gene Krupa and Buddy Rich.

[@QwarkE1]

cool concert mid 90s in the rain something akin to a gym forget where it was won the tickets off the radio

[@Snyder1004]

Tommy Lee is a great virtuoso drummer!

[@JimJamFam]

The drummer for 311 is amazing. Not sure if there are many videos of him. Tools drummer is amazing and there are tons of good videos. Travis Barker is also amazing with tons of content. Of course, you already know about Tommy Lee and Pert. I'm sure there are tons more tho.

[@crisLeaps89]

Chad is an absolutely AMAZING drummer and lives out here in Prescott,AZ. One of the most humble human beings on the planet. Great mention for sure, excellent drummer

[@VismundCygnus6]

Yesss more drummers. Check out Benny Greb's drum solo from the 2017 Meinl Drum Festival

[@justinatest9456]

Some more great drum moments: Tool's Danny Carey - Pneuma Drum Cam Slipknot's Joey Jordison - Disasterpiece Drum Cam - London 2002 Infant Annihilator - Cuntcrusher - Drum Play-through

[@CrueHead18]

It's about putting on a show. Tommy is a solid drummer and entertainer. A lot of technical musicians out there but at a live show, you want entertainment.

[@luthern2555]

Tommy is a good drummer and entertaining as hell! Neil though, he is top two or three for me

[@joshjacobs3906]

You should check out the solo from the tour where his drum kit was made into a roller coaster....with cars behind it and it went up n down, out over the audience. Peace from Pennsylvania ✌️

[@realguitarthur]

Peart was the best; Bonham, Moon, Portnoy, Copland, Paul (Vinnie Paul) all beyond phenomenal too! But Peart IS the GOAT! :)

[@christinerussell2140]

🙌🏼 Yes! Nice follow thru from Pert (goat) to tommy. Gotta throw in ‘The Rev’ RIP, from A7X. I scrolled a bit and saw no mention. My appeal to rock is the DRUMS and as a POC ❤ your videos! Tool’s drummer pretty goated too, y’all need to revisit.

[@chaosreign7851]

He does a rollercoaster one too thats really cool. Another cool one to check out is Slipknot's Spit It Out live and see Joey Jordison do his deal. Rip Joey. Amazing drummer one of the best of all time.

[@detsportsfan18]

Definitely recommend checking out Buddy Rich and the Impossible Drum Solo. In his 60's at the time, and even suffered a mild heart attack during the performance, and still finished.

[@chrisg6863]

I haven’t drummed for years now but I could still do most of what Tommy Lee was doing with a months practice. It would take me years to learn the independence Peart showed on his solo esp the bass two hi hat beat underneath while playing all sorts of polyrhythms over the top it Tommy Lee is a superb showman though and obviously perfect for Motley Crüe, no hate intended but Peart runs rings around him and almost everyone else

[@vonbass1300]

It's like comparing steak and hamburgers, A good hamburger has it's place, but a great steak dinner is something else.

[@MetaliBlack666]

In terms of pure skill and technique, Neil is by far the superior drummer. But Tommy is an excellent showman with lots of charisma and energy.

[@Mainecoonlady.]

Ok at the risk of being slammed, when you strap a mediocre drummer into a carnival ride, it causes a stir. Best drummer? Best drum solo? I prefer pure talent as opposed to gimmicks. Talent doesn’t need to spin. If you want pure drums, I suggest you check out John Bonham solo (Led Zeppelin) from 1977. Just a genius and a drum set. It will change your life. In 1980, he was found dead, after binging 40 shots of vodka with a 24 hour period. He was 32 years old. After the band released this statement. "We wish it to be known that the loss of our dear friend, and the deep sense of undivided harmony felt by ourselves and our manager, have led us to decide that we could not continue as we were." The statement was signed simply "Led Zeppelin". For the top hard/metal rock band of the 70s to just walk away because they could not continue without him, is testament to his talent. His son Jason Bonham, has performed with tributes to the band, wearing his dad’s signature bowler hat. I hope you check it out. ✌🏻🤘🏻✌🏻🤘🏻✌🏻

[@mikeybeeee07]

Danny Carey Drum Cam TOOL Pneuma. Ya'll slipping. Hate to see it. Danny is one of the greatest rock drummers ever and still droppng new stuff with TOOL. He's over 60 years old and still built like an ox.

[@aaronwishart8554]

Conway the Machine - Bang ft Eminem

[@stevereeb2950]

Tommy brought the funk and flash but Neil easily holds the throne . Watch some older Neil solo's if your looking for greatness . The man doesn't need a spinning drum kit to make your jaw drop . The man only needs drum sticks .

[@DC-fr7mo]

It is illegal to talk about drum solos until you have seen Danny Carey do a solo. He is an octopus...6'5 with a crazy wingspan 😁 bill ward...John bonham..there is work ahead lol

[@lenculpepper9150]

Neil was the master! RIP

[@vickinewby408]

Check out Wildside live video and some of their newer footage. He had a Rollercoaster type on one tour.

[@jamiegragg4896]

If you ever jump back into Country side you should check out the "Wait in the Truck" video by Hardy & Lainey Wilson

[@srhodes6963]

Buddy rich, buddy rich, buddy rich…greatest all time

[@ronneitz6025]

If you like this you should Do a more recent solo he is on a track that takes him over the audience

[@the9likesfemdom]

NOW YOU GUYS GOT TO DO THE JAM WILD SIDE HES A AMAZING DRUMMER