Where I've been...

-- / cobus --
What a wild year it's been so far! Holy crap I miss making videos for you guys. I started making videos in 2006 out of pure curiosity and wanting to share how happy drums made me, and from my heart of hearts: I'd love to keep doing that.
I've worked my South African butt off at making my Patreon page as valuable as possible (TONS of exclusive content, lessons, vlogs, etc) so if you've ever enjoyed any of my videos over the past 14 years, please check it out! Even $5 a month will make a HUGE difference and will get me one step closer to making videos again.
Mad love for you guys. And who even reads video descriptions anymore? You, that's who. Because you win at life. Thank you a flippin ton for being here, I am hopeful and stoked to be able to make more videos soon. Stay safe and healthy and talk soon!
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For lessons, vlogs, and literally everythig else:
/ cobus
For remote sessions, business opportunities, and more:
www.cobus.com
For drumming photos, insane stories, and less:
/ cobuspotgieter

[@cobuspotgieter]

UPDATE: I just released a new DRUM LESSON PACK! -> bit.ly/CobusLessons. 5 lessons, 90 minutes, for 27 bucks. It will make you better at tuning drums, mixing drums, I'll show you my practice routine, my worst bad habits as a self-taught drummer, and teach you one of my favourite linear licks. Thanks for being here!

[@aaronhoug]

You the man Cobus

[@cobuspotgieter]

Here's an idea: When we reach 250 patrons, I will do a drum cover of an ENTIRE BLINK-182 ALBUM. In one sitting, start to finish. I might pass out. (Patrons will help me pick which album) **UPDATE:** Well, holy crap. You guys smashed this goal in about 24 hours 😳 Full Blink-182 Album Cover: on the way, thanks to the patrons.

[@egork92]

Will you do frosted tips if you get 1000 patrons?

[@cobuspotgieter]

​@@egork92 Deal.

[@shawny2scrawny]

I think you were the first channel I subscribed to well over a decade ago. Welcome back.

[@overtlyasian]

Cmon man, Enem of the State

[@cobuspotgieter]

@@overtlyasian I was leaning towards the untitled album.. but I'm down for whatever the Patrons choose 😎

[@KristinaSchiano]

Pledging right now. We all need to stick together here! Cobus, you’ve always been such an inspiration. We’ll get you back in the studio🔥

[@cobuspotgieter]

This means the world coming from you, Kristina! I appreciate that a ton.

[@prateekyadav9811]

Both of you are terrific drummers!

[@saimmirza5274]

You both are so amazing, I'm pledging to both of u rn

[@reqhart]

One of my favorite drummers supporting another favorite drummer! 2020 has hope.

[@cherigem]

Kristina so glad your supporting I want to see this if this virus ever goes away.

[@cobuspotgieter]

**UPDATE** If we reach 500 patrons, I will produce an epic collaboration with drummers, KZbinrs and musicians. Eric Moore, Jared Falk, Casey Cooper, Kristina Schiano, Matt Greiner, Atom Willard and Cole Rolland have all confirmed already, and I'm working on getting a few other players to join 😎 I'm blown away by the response from the music community so far, thank you all!

[@davidschauer8861]

wishing you luck dude!

[@topgungoose90]

I wanted to let you know that throughout my time as a drummer (I’m thirty and have been playing since I was 13) you’ve always been one of the biggest inspirations to me and have been one of my favorite drummers of all time. Your play style and your energy are just both so amazing and I aspire to one day be as good as you are. Love you bud! Keep up the good work! Hope to see you back in the studio soon!

[@cspriggs96]

Long time subscriber here. Welcome back!

[@dennisdinsmore1959]

Get 66samus on that list man😂

[@AndresKattan-15]

DUUUUDEEE THAT'D FIX 2020 IMMEDIATELY.

[@seansilver7533]

And just when the world needed him most...HE RETURNS

[@GabrielXDrums]

Yea ok 🙄

[@jhause9404]

The Superman of KZbin drum covers

[@timothyshibu3098]

He tried to give back to the drumming community by giving lessons and as a result of that he lost a lot of money. We all need to help Cobus out right now. I will help by telling friends about your youtube channel, and recommending people to you. We love you Cobus!

[@chanman2096]

So let me get this straight. Cobus, someone who has consistently produced some of the highest quality drum content on KZbin and has inspired/influenced my drumming in so many ways, is humbly asking for my support... say no more!

[@AlejandroSifuentes]

WE NEED YOU BACK BROO!!

[@bomberdrum_thereal3452]

First

[@joelisaac2242]

ya hes back

[@SimonRileyDrums]

Your honesty is SO raw and refreshing. Your story is amazing. And it’s crazy how much 1 virus can affect a whole planet, even down to the drummer that inspired millions of people to pick up a camera and tape it to their ceiling and film some drum covers. I remember watching your AVA covers and thinking, WOW, this dude is not just covering the exact drumming, but he’s putting his own unique style on it! From that moment on, I decided to film covers and here I am 11 years later still doing it and chasing the dream. You are an inspiration and everyone needs to check out whatever content you make, whether that’s Patreon, KZbin, Onlyfans... wait. Maybe not that last one😂 Seriously tho, thank you Cobus for inspiring all of my drum videos and don’t ever stop💯🥁

[@slimkt]

What a trip, I just binged a bunch of your old vids yesterday because you hadn’t posted in such a long time.

[@Adamazingxoxo9]

Aww I’ve been keeping up with your videos for YEARS now so I’d be happy to patron you! It’s long overdue, you deserve it. Thank you for all the entertaining videos!

[@JonnyDIY]

Glad youre staying busy, been watching your videos on and off for 10years 💕

[@LukeDatema]

Thank you so much for being such an inspiration. You are the reason I began playing drums in high school and you are still the reason I began posting covers. I believe the best is yet to come!

[@TheGregFrost]

legit started crying at the end of this mate. You must have really struggled to get all that out without breaking down a little. Love your honesty and I really hope you can get back into a studio soon.

[@cobuspotgieter]

I broke down quite a few times over the past few months, it's been a hard year for everybody. But I really wanted this video to be more entertaining than depressing haha, so I made sure I was in a great and hopeful mood before I recorded this. Thanks for the support brother!

[@mattkilsby947]

You were THE reason I got a drum kit at 16, and your ethos of FUN that permeates through all your videos really influences my whole attitude to drums 10 years later. I haven’t been able to play for 6 months which, like you, is the longest time without drumming since I started. Had my first band practise yesterday, and it felt glorious. I have not doubt you’ll be back soon ❤️🥁 (Brb going to Patreon)

[@ShaneMcCosky45]

Cobus, you are one of my HUGEST inspirations. Even though I can’t donate right now, I’m praying for you!!!

[@parkerbranham9598]

Dude I've been following you since I was 11 (I'm 22 now) and it breaks my heart to not see you posting any videos. I miss seeing the joy on your face when you play drums. You've been a huge inspiration in my playing. Heck, half of the fills I play I got from you! Heading to your Patreon page now to do what I should have done a long time ago

[@royprimo6180]

Thanks for still pushing through. you're really an inspiration to continue with this passion.great cobus!!

[@heartsingdrummer9577]

It's great to see you again, Cobus! Looking forward to seeing more videos and hoping you get tons of support. I've learned a lot from watching your videos over the years. God bless you, bro!

[@JoelYeoh]

Good to see you back Cobus!!! You've been super productive. Keep inspiring many others 👍😀🎶

[@jacoblowery317]

Such a genuine person. Love you man, thanks for so many years of dedicated content and smiles.

[@Venantium]

Cobus, I got you bud. When I was playing (been a long time), I used to play your versions of songs cause I liked your style more than the original 😂 headin to your Patreon now!

[@cobuspotgieter]

This means a TON man, thank you Aaron!

[@Venantium]

@@cobuspotgieter Anything to help man. I've been subbed for like, 11 years I think? It's been a long time since I've played myself but watching your covers is a guilty pleasure and always will be!

[@ivangildelamadrid1111]

Man this video really hit me right in my heart, specially the way to talk about your gf ❤🙌, I'm really glad you found someone that special and that she is helping you out with all of your things in there ❤🙌. She is a keeper man ^_^. Annnnd also I'm very glad to see that even with all the detours you had for your project, you are still you 🙌🙌🙌.

[@cobuspotgieter]

This made me smile! Tiffany is a gem of a person, I'm ridiculously thankful for her. Yeah brother just doing my best to keep moving forward, 2020 has been a rough one for so many people the world over! Just trying to focus on the stuff I have to be thankful for, and the stuff that makes me feel alive/happy - SO keen to get back to sharing fun videos of drums and music with you guys. Thanks for being here!

[@ivangildelamadrid1111]

@@cobuspotgieter bro you do you, focus first on yourself and on that blessing girl that is with you in your life and then share that happiness with us all ^_^ Been following you since 2007 and what I would love the most is for you to have everything under control so you can blow our mind with more of your gorgeous content 🔥🙌

[@rebeccaellsbury73]

COBUS!!!!! You’ll always be my favorite drummer, and you’re the sole reason I ever became interested in drums after watching your covers in the 5th grade from 2009. You’re literally the reason why I play drums. I don’t care what happens Cobus, you’re a major part of my childhood, and for that I’ll NEVER LEAVE YOU 😂😂 ❤️❤️ much love

[@cobuspotgieter]

This is the sweetest freaking message. THANK YOU!

[@rebeccaellsbury73]

Cobus No thank you:) P.S. Hearts all gone - Blink 182 is really fun

[@luiscroft9103]

It's great to hear from you again. Just subscribed to my first ever Patreon, best of luck with everything and I'm stoked to see what's next.

[@marcocotroneo6502]

You've always been an inspiration for me and my friends since we were in high school! Stay as positive as you've always been and you'll be back in your studio very soon!

[@JPGutierrez]

I remember discovering you when I was in middle/high school, and I loved your drumming and videos, that it inspired me to do the same. I'm doing that right now because of you, Cobus! Signing up right now to help contribute, you're the best

[@EvanLikesDrums]

I have come and gone from your Patreon a number of times since you started it. But I'm back again. Been a fan for so long so have to help in any way that I can, because I am fortunate enough to be able to do so right now. Big love.

[@benchapman7586]

Man that sucks losing your studio! I haven't played a gig since Feb, I'll definitely go and check out your patreon page. Hope you stay safe and healthy during these crazy times.

[@docholiday3578]

Whaaaat. I've been watching both you and Tiffany for over 10 years and y'all are a thang now. So cool! Congrats 😊

[@eddieesparza1865]

love the transparency brother, hope you bounce back! best of luck!! I will definitely be supporting your Patron!!

[@michaelschack]

Wow Cobus, that's heavy... Wish you all the Patreons you can wish for! Stay safe and inspired my friend. A star entrepreneur & drummer you are!

[@davidvallejo4556]

“I miss fun” Oof, that’s it- that’s exactly it, Cobus- we missed you, bro...brb, gotta check out your Patreon...

[@Nariji197]

Wow Cobus, I started following you from my 3rd year high school! Now I graduated last year and started working. Seeing you improve since then really makes me happy! You have been part of my drumming journey. I mostly stole licks from your early videos which became part of my system lol Keep drumming and keep the fire burning!

[@TheGregFrost]

Also I'm sharing this on my social media. Iv lost count of the amount of people that Iv shown your videos to and all of them loved your content and talent. Lets get you back recording asap. We all have missed you man!

[@JoshosaurusRex]

The reason why I didn't quit drumming back then in 2009 was because of your videos (I first saw your cover of All Star by Smash Mouth). I may not be a very good drummer even now but I definitely am glad I stuck it out. Forever grateful for your inspiration. Thanks for all the memories, and for this chance to help give back on Patreon. Rock on!

[@juancruzcaceresmiranda3050]

Man I know a couple of your videos from memory. I've always loved drums and you made me love it even more.

[@TSchoko88]

3:19 Oh, the irony... Greetings from Germany! Following you since the beginning! Stay the way you are!

[@jondetteofficial]

Keep going brother. I have no doubt your course will be highly successful. Just lean in and expand. Don't contract. Cheers! JD

[@detekwatson9743]

Best thing hearing you are fit and well Conus in 2020. Life's rollercoaster is here for us all at the moment and hope you get yourself and your good lady back on track soon. Been happy and healthy is the key. Hope you can get yourself doing the thing you love as Man can you do it well !! Playing drums and connecting with people you do so well !! You truly are a talented individual wishing you all the best from here on, much love from the UK !!

[@pasty_film_journey]

Been with you since like 2006/7/8 or something, you'll be the first person I parteon for!!! :D Thanks for so many years of quality content !!

[@lisabrowner]

Best of luck, friend!! I’ve enjoyed your videos for a long time!!

[@alaitain]

Wow Cobus welcome back on KZbin. Missed You. Yes long time. Amazing to see You again... ... I've been watching You since 2009

[@frenziedfortressdrums]

Good luck Cobus. Look forward to the final lessons product.

[@iamishsantos]

Last time I watched a video of yours was more than 10 years ago. Didn’t know you live in the US now and doing incredibly well! Great job, Cobus!

[@Cod_Imperium]

I love this guy so much, SO MUCH... before I saw my first Cobus vid I had been stuck at first skill level.. but since then man I've torn em up, I'm in I'm helping as much as I can too!😭😭😭 Cobus Bruh you deserves the world.🌟

[@rv_drums]

Just joined the Patreon, i started my channel literally because of your Kelly Clarkson cover way back in the day. You're a great dude, would love to support you even further.

[@thisissparta-bq9yk]

Congrats Cobus! You deserve all the succes possible- mad respect for your work, dedication and above all- your drumming skills.

[@Sigmaster40]

Good luck. Love your drumming! I mainly watch your videos and Jared, Drumeo. Most inspiring and diverse drumming. My skills have improved alot at my age. I started drumming when I was 8 years old. School band and later with the Concord Blue Devils Marching band. 47 years later and never too old to learn. Drumming is not only my hobby but my passion!

[@ethanduff2085]

Cobus you inspired me to start playing drums years and years ago and this week my band just finished recording our first album. Despite countless ads from countless channels I've never been a patron before until now. Can't wait until you get back on your feet.

[@timosee]

dude! you are the one drummer who inspired me. your grooves are just insane and the way you use every part of the drums is mind blowing. super late to this, but you're almost at 400 now. don't stop promoting it :) you got a big heart that's going in the right direction, bruv. gonna go support you on patreon now. keep pushing

[@sutterhall8401]

Thanks for the positivity man, hope you get a studio back soon!

[@horacebennett2294]

You been one of my drumming inspirations from I was young . From that 30 seconds to mars drum cover overlooking the cliff. Blessings on your journey 👊

[@drummergdaff6770]

I’m so sorry Cobus. You are one of the reasons why I play drums... I will help in any way I can! Right now it’s it’s to be patient and watch your videos... unfortunately... Covid has also hit me financially, but I promise I will help out financially the second I can 😭 STAY AWESOME

[@rezaandika7694]

Hey mate welcome back, looking forward to new drum cover (which is a lesson for me and the rest of your subscribers). Thank you for being an inspiration for some of us who love to play drum. You rock 🤘.

[@madmandotau]

The instant that drumming course drops I am buying everything about it. Sorry to hear things didn't go well for you man. I'm going to spend some flippin' MONEY with you dude, drop them lessons!

[@Kilroyan]

so good to hear from you again! glad you made it through the year atleast semy-ish intact. All the best for the future!

[@smarshington]

I've always loved your videos for absolutely years now, I'm so sorry to hear you've lost so much due to the pandemic! I've not been able to drum till recently due to all studios being closed in the UK, and I know how hard it must be to not be able to. I really hope you get back in the studio soon, I'll try pledge whatever I can, all the best man!

[@lindigj]

Just want to say, you're my favorite human being on KZbin :) love your passion for drumming and life. Your positivity is infectious!

[@megmacalinao1289]

I dont play drums but i love watching to your drum covers makes me want to play it too and hearing that your coming back is so exciting!

[@BennettMarks]

I've been following you forever, you where one of my first youtubers i actually got invested in watching. So cool to see you finally have a course and to see you make really big moves. Really excited to see what covers you got coming up! Much love brotha and can't wait to see what the future brings!

[@cherigem]

Congrats for finishing your course. Lol you make me laugh. Great you have support. Omg 4 months. I'm so sorry this is happening to a lot of ppl. FUN!! Stay safe yourself.

[@danielvanaswegen2066]

Cobus bruv. I started watching your stuff when I was a kid. You were the reason I pursued drums. Anyway enough fan-girling. You are ridiculously talented and amzingly funny dude!! Keep it up!!

[@meiomanjado]

Duuude! So good to have you back. I don't know if this will be of any help, but... Recently I've been through something similar.. had to move out of my house and I still geting these payments of bills right. But when you said in the video about being an inspiration, not also my insipiration on playing drums, but everyone I know have already seing a video of yours because I keep telling them to.. As soon as I get a little more confortable with money, I'll contribute! Miss you, dude. Stay healthy!

[@Tc_Tixon]

love what are you doing and always support you

[@Diego_Borda]

Everytime I watch this video, I see hope!...Wish you the best in all your projects Cobus, thank you for everything

[@asauer36]

All the best! Your Burn cover got me hooked on your videos!!!!

[@cesardrummer1]

Bro! I’ve been watching you since 2009 and my first video was Take it all by Hillsong! You inspired me to keep on drumming. I’ve always loved your style of drumming. I hope you make more videos! I’ll be looking forward to it 👍

[@joshuarodriguez1507]

Good to hear about your previous month Gears Cobus! Stay Awesome sir! :)

[@Viva_La_Vargas]

I need to be a patron now. We met on a flight from Atlanta to LA one time in like 2014. I said....... you’re Cobus. And you looked surprised that I recognized you in Atlanta lol I miss all your videos man. Thank you for everything you do.

[@SamWilsonMusician]

Been watching for 10 years...you’ve been my biggest inspiration to keep going with drums the whole time...and if I wasn’t in the same boat as you right now I’d be on your Patreon sending you all the money I can! Unfortunately just had to give up my teaching job and move back in with my mum so it’s gonna be a while before I can afford to help out...but thank you for the constant inspiration over the last 10 years. Here’s to the next 10 years!

[@Thomas21408]

Man you've been my inspiration when it comes to playing drums and being a good person for the last like 5 years or so! Glad to hear from you bro!! Stay healthy and hopefully things will get back to the pooping normal again soon!

[@rumm8135]

I remember when that first behind the scenes video came out, I was blown away by how much work you put in filming that stuff in the church. You inspired me as a kid to keep at it banging away at the drums. I really hope everything works out for you after a shitty year. 2020 and you're still the best drummer on KZbin 🤘

[@GermanDisla]

Wishing you the best of luck through your transitions. I know you’re going to be great and make it through better than ever before!!

[@HerobrineBoost]

Just pledged been watching you play since I was a little kid, definitely have had a major influence on my confidence as a player I know you'll bounce back!

[@aceofbass131]

Its awesome to see you back, man! Subbed way back 11 years ago and its always huge to see you uploading. Signed up for your patreon and excited to see you more in the future!

[@misfeed6089]

Welcome back cobus! Still remember when I first watched ur first drum cover on red jumpsuit apparatus! You inspired me to play drum and glad you're back.

[@hartzy7425]

I've been a long, long-time fan of yours, and you were one of my early inspirations to start drumming. I've increased my pledge amount from $3 to $10, and will be keeping it there for the foreseeable future. Much love and thank you.

[@thax321]

Holy shit, didnt watch your videos for a few years, been around since like 13 years ago...but damn mate, you've gotten adult and all! Good to see you're still going strong and making great music as always

[@thisismeannoying1366]

You had me at "mission impossible cover"!!!!! I admire your honesty and your attitude! I which you all the best and I have no doubt you will recover!!! God bless!

[@stefanbaur1834]

Will be keeping an eye our for the course!

[@edwin619ful]

Man, you´re simply the best. Is good to see you back!!

[@pedroped5968]

even if you're gone for awhile I never fail to watch your drum covers. glad you came back 😎

[@denmarkgutierrez]

welcome back bro! 🤜🏿 Hope you could get back to your studio the soonest.

[@pieterboning]

Dude....I started watching your videos when I was in high school, probably some of the first videos I ever watched on KZbin, around 2008ish. I watched your Gedagte vir die dag cover like 500 times as I learned to play it. It was literally the kick-start (ba dum tss) to my musical journey, which would eventually change my life. Unfortunately I haven't played drums in almost 8 years, more of a guitar player these days, but I'm 100% sure if you put me on a drumkit I would still nail some Straatligkinders tunes, thanks to you. Moenie van Suid-Afrika vergeet nie, ons staan op vir ons mense

[@jebs6958]

Man, you are such an inspiration. I watched your videos ever since i was little, literally like 5 years old, im 14 now btw ☺️. You inspired me to start playing the drums and you mean alot to me. Hopefully you can rent a studio so i can watch another epic drum cover. stay safe💖

[@matthewpeterson4638]

Became a member! You are one of the main inspirations for me becoming a drummer

[@emirarnas]

keep up the good work Cobus ! I'm supporting you from Indonesia 🇮🇩❤️

[@Ben-616]

Welcome back man! :) been a long time, the world need your covers right now 🙏🙏

[@TJCVRS]

Woooww! Been waiting for your new upload. Congratulations, Cobus!

[@allbranflakes]

Bro first of all mad respect for all that effort you put in recording lessons for 8 hours a day and slogging through all that video editing work. I’m really sorry that this whole COVID situation has had such a negative impact on your business. But keep your head up and keep grinding, you will bounce back 100%. Don’t lose hope man. Us as your fans and supporters will always be here for you and I know I speak for a lot of people when I saw we will all patiently wait your return, no matter how long you take. Get yourself sorted out and secure first and we’ll be here for you when you’re able to make a return. Peace and love brother, things will right themselves soon.

[@meykochamone79]

I'm just happy you're back man. Cheers from the Philippines :)

[@santidmercadoable]

You're an inspiration, good things are coming! Be patient and everything's going to be just fine

[@shaneweightman]

Can’t understand how you haven’t gotten togeather with a talented group and made some serious money 💰, you deserve that much , brilliant drummer , with skills ,, cheers Shane uk 🇬🇧

[@choocharoo]

Excited to see the cost of all the drum lessons. I know it’s hard to find a balance between making a living and keeping it affordable. Great to see ya doing you. Will be watching.

[@saschapulter9281]

Man I'm glad you're okay dude! And insane what you've been going through! Stay healthy man!

[@vvv6517]

Great to see you back. Really enjoyed your limp bizkit cover and love your style. Thanks alot!

[@hansieroodt641]

Yasssss Cobus! Man ek raak sommer emosioneel! Ek voel jou pyn en ek wens ek het die geld gehad om jou en soveel ander musos te help! Sterkte dude en alles van die beste! Loooove jou content!! Groete uit die woes rand van Krugersdorp!

[@PatrickWalkerDrums]

Great to hear updates, sounds like you've had a good year considering the circumstances! I miss drums a lot too, I've only been able to play once in the last 7 months!

[@noahgomez30]

YEET! im so stoked when i watched the video discussing about the drum tutorials and MORE covers but then it all went to drain when pandemic hits, AND NOW ITS HERE!