VFJams LIVE! - Peter Erskine

VFJams LIVE! Season 2, Episode 3: Peter Erskine
“Hawaii Bathing Suit” by Peter Erskine
This season showcases a whole new lineup of Vic Firth artists, hosted by Elmo Lovano, musically directed by Robert Sput Searight and performed by the all-star VFJams Band!
Filmed in the iconic Studio 1 at EastWest Studios in Hollywood, CA!
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Throughout this year, we will feature full performances, interviews, transcriptions, and play-along tracks. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to Vic’s KZbin and social media channels so you won’t miss out - and mark your calendars for the #VFJams LIVE performance schedule!
VFJams LIVE! Season 2 Schedule:
Episode 1: Alvin Ford Jr. - April 4th
Episode 2: Lenny Reece - May 2nd
Episode 3: Peter Erskine - June 6th
Episode 4: Carlin White - July 3rd
Episode 5: Sean Wright - August 1st
Episode 6: Steve Smith - September 5th
DOWNLOAD PLAY-ALONG TRACKS AND TRANSCRIPTIONS!
vicfirth.zildjian.com/vf-jams-2
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The #VFJams All Star Band:
Robert Sput Searight - Music Director / Keys
Cody Wright - Bass
Samir Moulay - Guitar
Mark Lettieri - Guitar
Quitin Gulledge - Keys
Nicholas Semrad - Keys
Ben Burget - Tenor Sax / Flute
Phillip Lassiter - Trumpet
Chris Johnson - Trombone
Ruben Lael - Vocals
Elise Testone - Vocals
Amanda Maxfield - Vocals
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Host:
Elmo Lovano
Audio Engineering:
Kevin Majorino
Chris Denogean
Tyler Shields
Audio Mixing:
Ben Burget
at 206 Studios
Audio Mastering:
Dave Donnelly
at DNA Mastering
Videographers:
Scott Quade
Trevor Bowman
Evan Chapman
Kevin Eikenberg
Nick Hughes
Photography:
Francesco Desmaele
Ian Grom
Special thanks to Livemix for providing the monitoring system, and Earthworks for the microphones.
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STICKS:
#VFSPE3 - Peter Erskine ‘Big Band’ Signature Stick
vicfirth.zildjian.com/signatu...
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[@SpencerColePorter]

The daddest shoes in the game

[@AmiltonGarcia]

The bassist is a monster!

[@Qboro66]

Channeling his inner Jaco in the presence of Mr. Erskine.

[@Ak-khorom]

Somebody please give SPUT an AWARD coz he is the MAN!!!

[@gustafsone]

Between this and the Zildjian Live series, Sput has assembled some of the greatest musicians I've ever heard in my life. What blows me away the most is that most of them have never played together before, and they can still throw down a groove like they've been playing together for years. I've already got my tickets ready to go for the Ghost-Note show in my town in the net couple of months. I can't get enough of Sput's genius .

[@christiancoleman5056]

AMEN!!!❤

[@incredibilistic]

Legendary! I love how Erskine allows the band to take center stage while he just lays back and keeps time. Until, of course, his moment arrives but it always feels so cohesive, like a perfectly blended cocktail.

[@MikeTerranaOfficial]

Amazing performance as always ...I first saw Mr Erskine perform with Weather Report in 1977 I was very lucky to see Jaco Pastorius and Peter Erskine play together. without a doubt one of the most amazing rhythm sections I have ever seen ! Pure Magic !

[@bani1990]

I never clicked so fast on a video .... the finest ever

[@adofonconi9753]

I was watching a Mia Khalifa classic. Hadn't time to finish the view

[@Strellock]

Old school yet still fresh and exciting! Also shoutout to anyone throwing in some A Zildjian cymbals in their setup. Harsh and bright and funky; the stuff drummers play when they're not afraid to be heard.

[@ondrauscissell6952]

Peter Erskine is timeless. He let the band and the arrangement SHINE the whole time. Subtle yet driving the band on a nice Sunday drive. It is always great to hear him play! A master on his instrument!

[@caden0622]

This so in the pocket that I washed it, dried it, and found it on my way to work the next day

[@pedrofrazao2096]

@@StevenJamesBurks i feel you bro.

[@pedrofrazao2096]

@@StevenJamesBurks couldn't agree more

[@gregpeller1499]

@@StevenJamesBurks "Until you play for Steely Dan, or Weather Report may I suggest you revise your breaking down of Peter's 'lacking' anything, but still keep your opinion because everyone's opinion is respected even if not agreed upon....Peter Erskine is an incredible drummer who was definitely in the pocket and has enough swing to start his own playground."

[@RTFan52]

@@StevenJamesBurks So, having read your comments, I've listened to this several times, and I still don't hear the problems you are describing. In fact, on each listen I'm hearing more subleties in Peter's playing that I hadn't noticed before. Now, I realize that this could be because I don't have the refined ears you do. So, if you had a chance, perhaps you could pick out some specific sections on this where you think the groove is particularly lacking . Which parts could use "more ghost notes ?" In what sections does Peter's interpretation of the swing note differ from the rest of the band ?

[@ferrophil]

Every single beat from peter has his own character, own feeling....Peter is the best!!!!!

[@mrpotatoprawn]

That bassist is really doing Jaco proud over there. Erskine is always just absolute class.

[@murkymurk8305]

my thoughts too. He did his best to save Jaco from destruction.

[@jonnymac86]

Benny with that front row seat. Great tune from Peter Erskine.

[@smilingdrum]

Not a Drummer alive who Didn't Go to SCHOOL on that Super fine musical playing right there!!!! Got'a love Peter Soooooo Good!!!! God Bless VFJams. and the awesome band playing the spirit of Weather Report.

[@ickysticky3672]

This is what decades of striving to learn and improve sounds like. There’s such a pleasant aspect of maturity in his playing overall, not just here. Really digging the Weather Report vibe. Hats off to all the people involved.

[@MrCappon1111]

Erskine feels so locked in because of his experience with weather report and recording for vince mendoza, he is the best drummer in the world for this kind of music and has been for the last 30 years. his musicality and how he lets the arrangement speak for itself is unmatched.

[@nameloss]

his control is otherworldly between this and zildjian live it’s a good year for drum content for sure

[@sickdrummer3831]

Peter is incredible. The whole band is just right on it.

[@coltonmykael]

His touch is so perfect. He's the kind of player that can play a snare solo that brings tears to your eyes. I can only imagine the amount of time it took to develop his feel to that level. Thanks for the great performance.

[@askestergaard3049]

Sean wright is just shaking his head in every one of these videos

[@SteveToccoDrummer]

Absolutely, positively BRILLIANT!! Every person involved in this project (Peter, the musicians, the video/audio/lighting/staging technical crew) are virtuoso artists!!!! Thanks to Vic Firth and VFJams for making these amazing recordings!! I've been playing with Vic Firth sticks for 30+ years. They're the ONLY sticks I ever use.

[@rhythmista7707]

I never heard such a deep sounding "14 floor tom in all my years of playing.. Tama Star series are some mighty fine drums..

[@elmhurst86]

I couldn't have asked for a better birthday present!! Peter Erskine is soooo awesome and the entire band was great! Thanks for posting this.

[@sondrerasmussen8674]

elmhurst86 happy birthday 😊

[@elmhurst86]

@@sondrerasmussen8674 Thanks!

[@alfredomaioti9207]

Fantastic Peter Erskine

[@Te_Kanawa]

Some amazing fills. Peter is an absolute legend. Thank you for having him in this series. :)

[@ddawg470]

Love VF JAMS this band is so versatile!! PETER ERSKINE’s stellar work with weather report is legendary every time I watch these vids I feel so inspired big love and respect to the band especially the writers of these pieces they seem to fit each artist so well also big love to VF for having the vision to do this!! Just checked the piece was written by PETER ERSKINE that says it all,MASTER🙏🏽

[@Kuba-hs4ns]

The best till now from all thr jams. So freaking unbelievable good.

[@HaloAdmiral]

I literally cannot stop watching this. Hands down my favourite drummer.

[@yoa2k247]

Great arrangement. Erskine sounding as good as ever. Love these jams.

[@marcusflippen8296]

this man signed a drum head for me. forever grateful

[@FabianoOliveiraDrummer]

3:00 When a Master, Recognize another Master. ☺️👍🏻☕️

[@musicdev]

Ayyyyy, that's Benny Greb, right?

[@livewireification]

Soooo nice!!!! It’s great to hear this song with a big band! I love the expression on Cody’s face when he does the bass walk up.

[@randybisking3873]

A true legend on the drums and a great educator. Peter Erskine has an amazing sense of timekeeping and his rhythm just flows so smoothly. Thanks for this awesome video.

[@locash4130]

Pure class. Band sounds fantastic too!

[@MorganBlake]

Thankyou so much for putting these videos out Vic Firth! The production and quality of players in every video is incredible. Keep them coming!

[@Thedrummersalmanac]

Amazing job...cheers to all of you at VF that make these happen.

[@jonandersvold8183]

This is just sooo brilliant! A true master and a legend.

[@Horizen3872]

Best I have seen in this series. Peter is the whole package.

[@pockitfunk]

Amazing! Peter is a true legend!

[@rick3747]

The finest living drummer on this planet.

[@riekysamodra]

Man the legend itself still got that great jazz vibez 🔥🔥🔥🔥 never gets old

[@thismusictrash5143]

Sax at 1:28 Completely melted my face

[@benburget931]

😁

[@pulsar-_-4504]

@@benburget931 hey dude! you absolutely killed it!

[@RolfWamFjell]

That touch... awesome! Living music history.

[@MikeJamesMedia]

Beautiful music, played beautifully! Obviously too, there's a lot of mutual respect and love in this room too, which is what great music can do for all of us. Awesome.

[@bonzomio]

Viva, Peter!!! Great job, band!!!

[@geevee7823]

Reminiscent of Mike Stern's album "Time in Place" with Peter on drums. Peter has that old school dynamic groove that is so rare these days. One of a kind. That Prophet pad sound in the intro and throughout is so creamy.

[@DrummerDaveL]

Absolutely mesmerizing.

[@jacquesprevert1902]

Amazing. I'm speechless

[@v1deov1deo]

aaaahhh mr. Erskine. it's all CLASS!

[@1marttie]

Great performance!!!

[@BBT609]

This was such a joy to watch!

[@jordanisawesome27]

From the band, to the mix, to the solo selection. This is absolute perfection! Mr. Erskine's feel is incredible!

[@millsdickson8498]

This is the kind of drumming that actually gets the gig, and the call back. And, he's reading a drum chart. I wouldn't be surprised if this was a first take. I always have some love for Peter Erskine. He must be getting close to 70-years old by now!

[@milesahlstrom]

I mean he may have a chart, but it's his tune, I agree with you though.

[@PeterErskine_FuzzyMusic]

Mills Dickson This was take #2, actually. Reading because I was pretty busy working on another project at the time, so I didn’t really do my homework for this. Sput’s arrangement is terrific. The fun thing was being in that studio, the very same place where I made my first professional recording 47 years ago (with Stan Kenton, it was known as Western Studios back then). For the record, I just celebrated my 65th birthday. Thanks for all of the nice comments!

[@milesahlstrom]

@@PeterErskine_FuzzyMusic Happy Birthday Peter! Thanks for the clarification, you sound amazing.

[@toddwalkerdrumstudio]

@@PeterErskine_FuzzyMusic Thank you Peter for all the continued musical/drumming inspiration!.... I'm 54 yrs. old now but, at around age 14-15 yrs. old, I saw you in clinic at a N.J. hotel in Middlesex/Piscataway with Eddie Gomez....I will NEVER forget the enjoyment I had AND, the "impact" you/your playing has had on me to this day...Just a sincere word of thanks.....Todd Walker

[@stephengolden6080]

@@PeterErskine_FuzzyMusic No one will ever be able to compete with your class and style. Truly the Gentleman drummer. May whatever your faith is in help you keep yourself safe and well. Thank You for your gracious technique and gift of great music which we'll never be able to repay. Respectfully, All your friends in musicality. Stay Blessed.✌

[@rsmith462]

Daaaaaaamn ... one of the greatest!

[@916drummer]

Best VF jam yet!

[@ryanpotts5791]

Peter will forever be one of the greats.

[@tofutube]

just the mood of 3:21 - 4:07 is so amazing. i want a track of just this

[@suchetana590]

ohh that sax sounded so good the solo was amazing

[@benburget931]

Thanks!

[@Grayham4]

Cody gets so excited when he plays a nice lick ahaha

[@loganlake7814]

0:58 the man himself Sean Wright! Anyways, I love Mr Erskine’s tom tone. They are tuned high but it’s not annoying at all

[@ratamacueseven]

Touch of Solid GOLD !!!!!!!!!!!!

[@asimnyc5460]

Taste, feel, selection superb!

[@oluwaboriogunafolabi3997]

This is tasteful playing exemplified. Salute.

[@tylerjulien2532]

Such a weather report vibe-great stuff

[@Duder-1]

When I watch Dr Erskine give a lesson it reminds me of a geophysics professor from college, Dr Elmore, I once had lol. Same person, different professions

[@israelspdf]

This things must to go to Spotify!!! Please!

[@JayCord00]

Best for this season.

[@OvExX]

i know peter is the main event here... but man. thats an outstanding bassist

[@bretdorton]

He is awesome .

[@jipteuledrums4298]

Love it!

[@michaelphillippi4676]

I love his signature sticks. My go to late nite stick.

[@TurgutAlpBekoglu]

Thanks for sharing..

[@MrT1o9P9i2]

what a touch

[@Juupke]

Yeah great! Love it!

[@japaobateradrums2067]

Eita pegaaaa toop olha o jazz.

[@DavidHimmelPerforms]

Legend!!!

[@WendellHolmesJr]

Good job Peter👏🏾

[@erick_fernandez_78910]

Wow. That was special.

[@jensharald9091]

Man! His cymbal choice is beauuutiful. Perfect setup.

[@noahsamuel108]

Jens Harald missing some big cymbals for my taste

[@jensharald9091]

Oh sure, i use bigger cymbals aswell and actually none like his. I just think those blend well and are complimentary to the music and that's tasty nonetheless.

[@joshuadunn2312]

Master!!!!!

[@jamescarvalhoatosdrumcusto3044]

Peter Eskine Drummer Monstersssss legend

[@paulbolin7513]

Just wow. His dynamics are insane, he has the lightest feather touch at times. His hands are like melting butter.

[@SeanSentDaBeat]

Paul Bolin big facts 😭😭😭

[@reesemaultsby]

Dafnis Prieto please! Also, that was sick

[@sickdrummer3831]

大津泰人 well they had to release that damn virus so I don’t think he will be going to your country dude

[@andersmogensen1]

The Master! Yeah!

[@echasoemantri]

Peter! ⭐️

[@forgettable8365]

This sounds like the intro music of a baking tv program

[@elementsofphysicalreality]

Solid guitar solo.

[@febinmjacob]

4:07 that transition 🔥

[@chris_d_r_u_m_s]

Wow! Pocket!!

[@MrKoijiro]

Yessss

[@udomatthiasdrums5322]

still love your drumming!! since Weatherreport!!

[@murkymurk8305]

legend!

[@michaeleagle2]

those who thumbed down.. Step away from the crack pipe!!!!

[@smilingdrum]

HaHa! Amen!

[@amajor4605]

This jawn slaps

[@ahsanrogers]

Amazing 😁😁😁😁

[@tomfloor3604]

His flash is gone but his groove is great! Taste and style!

[@peterpaluska7745]

Always nice to see Ersk playing with a solid ensemble. Another standout performance. So, he is with Tama now? Huh. Pretty great sounding anyway. That bassist has got it going on, too!

[@mikoseinz]

true legend

[@tomaya2]

go go pete go !

[@Harrymusicmusings]

I liked the video before even watching

[@ronnytriasmara3020]

Well, Benny Greb watching or dating? 😏

[@krioni86sa]

Daching

[@captainkiwi77]

Ronny Tri Asmara little bit of both

[@andyham6094]

😂😂😂 Benny spittin that game

[@MrAndalian]

Lol, he and Labelle made such a cute couple tho

[@ninofunka1106]

Steal sum old skool silver screen cobham swing grooves