Sonny E. vs Tony R. Jr Thanks for watching don't forget to like, subscribe and comment on who was your favirate. #rovie kizola #sonny emory #tony royster jr
I just started watching drummers on RUclips about 3 years ago. There are so many Amazing Drummers.!!! From what I've seen, just my opinion. Sonny is the Smoothest, Coolest, Most Incredible Drummer.!!!
So, both are monster drummers - so much respect for what they do and what it must have taken to get there. For my taste, I’d give Sonny the nod only from the perspective of his musicality while soloing - maintaining the rhythm, flow and feel of the song throughout his solo is so impressive and pleasing to the ears. That takes nothing away from Tony though...just a style issue.
Watching these guys with their incredible speed, and very little sign of Moeller technique etc, blows open the whole myth that anyone can play that fast if they just master the technique. To all drummers out there that have been trying for years and years to increase their speed, sorry to tell you, but each person has a speed limit. Some people run like Usain Bolt and others waddle like a duck, its the same with drumming. Oh, and I think both drummers are amazing!
Check Tommy Igoe's DVD Great hands for a lifetime, it shows the proper way to use the fingers, bouncing the sticks, and staying relaxed all the time, unbelievable progress can be made by using this simple technique, people can play way faster than 200 bpm after a while
Both great drummers. But, I definitely like Sonny better on drums and not pads. Much of his subtle touches get lost on the pads I think. Regardless, I could sit back a listen to these guys and this band all night.
One with blistering singles using arm strengh, other uses pure finesse and skill. Both are so very awsome. These are those guys you show friends who think average drummers are so great! Theyll shut up and fast. ast
Boy wonder against musical master? Both are fantastic. And for pure listening pleasure Mr. Emory is my favorite. If you like a bombastic style check out Eugene McBride. Gene sounds like a Fourth-of-July finale.
Based on the content you presented its clearly Sonny's musicality that wins out but Tony is quite capable. I wish I could be mentioned in the same conversation with either one of these fella's.
Sonny has incredible rhythm and I really love his playing and style. But, I’ve been a long time fan of Tony and his playing as well. Kinda hard to truly decide who’s better.
MAN.........you can’t choose “best” here. This channel needs to grow UP with videos like this. This was Tony AND Sonny blowing like mofos. There’s no competition here.
As you said...theres no " Best " especially at this level, only style .... i know my preferred style but thats not for everyone.. i am in awe of both of these guys
Respect to both. Monster skills with Tony, jusy feel as hes always smashing the drums though. Sonny on the other hand i feel hes more creative, dynamic with amazing feel. I've favor sonny in this duo.
Tough 2 compare u jus gotta put your self in the 80s different era mane music is always evolving tony prolly my skilled but I actually prefer the groove over speed both r extremely good
Sonny wins, by far! Tony is fast, but no controlled dynamics. I don't think he has ever heard the terms Crescendo, decrescendo, metso Forte, or pianissimo. Only FORTE!!!
No man, that's what public does, JUDGE! That's what entertainers do: show something and receive opinions. That's what the show is about. You can say whatever you want! You can express your preferences. There's nothing wrong on that!
@@jamiefoster1998 I've been playing drums for over 20 years and I'm a huge fan of drumming, but it doesn't matter at all. I can be a guitar player, a lawyer, a baker. Whatever you want. The point is not who I am or what I do. The point is that this video is about giving opinions on Sonny Emory and Tony Royster Jr. Who do you like the best, which one you prefer. That's it. Nobody is evaluating your criteria to have your opinion, nobody is asking you to justify it, and you don't have to be a super pro to say if you prefer something over other thing. You don't have to have the level they have as musicians to express who you like the most. This is just giving you the chance to compare them both, not getting you compared to them. But if that's what you want to do, that's cool too.
GZ all I asked was are you a performer.. I never said one word about validating your opinion in that question. It was a question of interest in what your background was. You gave a great response to my opinion. I had my opinion. Do I totally hear you and what you’re saying? Yes! Do I back down from my opinion, no. Does that mean, I’m not going to have interest in other opinions? Absolutely not! You want to know why I watched your video? For that reason right there. And guess what? I read through opinions and decided to give my own. That’s a lot of time on your channel. And hey, There’s gonna be people like me and each of us are a visit to your channel. Which means more money so you can keep making videos. Now, on that note, If anyone were to try to eliminate your right to make videos like these, I would be the first to speak up and defend your right to continue. You felt the need to speak out on me because my opinion came off as arrogant. And you made clear that this is a friendly exercise in compare And contrast. These conversations are going to happen. And guess what if people are reading them, they’re spending more time with you. “ I may disagree with what you’re saying but I will defend to the death your right to say it. “ it doesn’t matter who you are. “ I simply asked if you were a performer.. If I offended you, whoops! But still loved what you had to say in response.And it’s because of your response a that I dropped a “ like “ on the video. Not to “ make nice “ but because I respected your response. Respect and agreeing can be two different things. Yes I can say what I want. And it was conversational. You state the right to judge.. Well, I passed a judgement as well..but my question was out of respect. Maybe I should have said, Hey, great response! That was fucking brilliant! ! What’s your story?” But that sounds kiss ass and that’s not my style.
all respect to Mr Royster for his abilities. He is a selfish player. and he steps all over the musicians he plays with. Where as Mr. Emory is incredibly musical and supportive when he plays. and he has a much wider vocabulary than Tony. Drummer vs Musician. Sonny is the clear choice. I mean... Mette MIddler, Earth Wind and Fire, Steely Dan, Bruce Hornsby, and on. Tony can't do those gigs. Sonny Emory is the man for all seasons.
Sonny's drumming seems more musical to me . Where Tonys drumming seems remarkably fast and technically phenomenal it just doesn't have the "groove" Sonny's has . Just an observation. Both off the charts drummers
I don't agree with the comparison. Weckl has similar vocabulary/ technical ability/speed to both emory and Royster where Gadd, The king of session drumming and one of the all time icons of drum-set just does not have the same breadth of vocabulary. Gadd vs Porcaro? Yes. Emory is the clear choice.
@@Martin_Bernard yeah Royster is more like Williams on Steroids. Not a lotta dynamics there. Weckl has other worldly chops tho + extreme dynamics. I was being nice.
So i think royster got some sick and twisted chops and his timing is metronomical. I just think sonny is more tasteful. Not better. Both are Fucking amazing drummers. It was royster that i first noticed about 8 years ago that got me into gospel chops and the awsome drummers that collaborate with it. Thank fuck for RUclips, i'm a better player because of it.
Tony royster sonny old he was a great recording/Tour drummer back then but drumming has evolved over the years you have to do it when you young cause philly c.o.g.i.c style drumming is high intensity especially jazz chops in gospel chops
I had to read your comment several times to understand what you are trying to write. I think you are saying you like Tony because Sonny is old? Buddy Rich is old too, so is John Bonham. I think I know what you're saying, but at this level, it's simply a stylistic preference. I personally am amazed by both players, but my preference is with Sonny. Cheers!!!
@@wphh7272 That is a ridiculous comment. Sonny is still working a lot. With a litany of artists. Groove never goes out of style and Sonny has it for days and days. Tony is just the first kid on the "Gospel Chops" team. It was a unique voice for a minute. But now there are dozens of drummers with that same vocabulary and style of high speed paradiddle combinations orchestrated around the kit. I actually prefer Chris Colman to Tony. If you want to hear a musical Gospel Chops player vs another "all chops all day" drummer like Tony. He has a long way to go to reach the sophistication and musicality of Sonny. Perhaps you should listen again. Or explore some of Sonny's videos/ performances/ clinics and then form your opinion.
More ppl will go with Sonny because he’s older than Tony so they giving him legendary status , buh to be honest , Tony Royster is one of the best drummers alive . Most of the things Sonny does he can do as well , he can be musically as well if he wants but remember that Tony is a hip hop drummer , his chops and musicality won’t be the same as Sonny’s Tony Royster And it’s sad bcos he will be honored at his 60s , not now
That is not why people chose Sonny. They choose him for his musicality as well as his chops. Did you even read the replies? Are you ageist or something?
THEY BOTH ARE GREAT BUT I WOULD SAY THAT SONNY WAS LIKE THE TONY ROYSTER IN THE 1980s. WHILE AS THE TECHNIQUES THAT SONNY DOES HAS BEEN TAKEN AND EVOLVED INTO A MORE ELABORATE URBAN HYBRID FUTURISTIC STYLE BY THE LIKES OF ERIC MOORE TONY ROYSTER CHRIS COLEMAN MIKE MITCHELL RON BRUNER JR. AND MORE. NONETHELESS SONNY'S PLAYING WILL ALWAYS BE ASSOCIATED WITH CUTTING EDGE TECHNIQUE BECAUSE OF HIS VAST KNOWLEDGE OF MUSICALITY A GREAT DEPTH OF LIMB INDEPENDENCE A PRESENCE OF SHOWMANSHIP.
Bunch of clowns here...Tony R is the shred champion...Sonny is about as good as I once was....when I watched Tony I am not unsure if he would smoke me in a solo battle....Watching Sonny, I think, its been a while since i played and I could probably give him a run for his money. I hate groove drummers, they focus on groove because they know they'll never win the chops battle...the chops guys know that groove is easily attainable where as chops takes much more discipline to increase. Groove drummers never enter the chops war because you cant loose a race you never entered. Chops guys are ADD and only play extended groove for songs...never solos...because its borrrriing. Chops is like f1 racing, groove is like parking lot pimping....one takes much more skill to join the crowd or win...where as the other is subjective and based around solid timing and styles attached to the timing.
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Sonny Emory is way more musical and mature.
Sonny Emory is way more advanced and refined.
I just started watching drummers on RUclips about 3 years ago. There are so many Amazing Drummers.!!!
From what I've seen, just my opinion.
Sonny is the Smoothest, Coolest, Most Incredible Drummer.!!!
Both are obviously great. But man! Sonny is so musical, which is unusual in so many drummers.
Sonny Emory is in a different planet...
👍 “Planet TASTY BEASTLINESS!!!l
Sonny Emory is a musician
Both are GREAT drummers! But, Sonny is the man here! Unbelievably talented and musical!
Sonny. Kept thinking of God making man with the ability to do such amazing things. Thanks for posting.
Loved Sonny with EWF. I love both drummers. If I have to say favorite, it would be Sonny.
So, both are monster drummers - so much respect for what they do and what it must have taken to get there. For my taste, I’d give Sonny the nod only from the perspective of his musicality while soloing - maintaining the rhythm, flow and feel of the song throughout his solo is so impressive and pleasing to the ears. That takes nothing away from Tony though...just a style issue.
Sonny by miles away! Many musical levels above!
Sonny Emery is awesome. He's been with the Band on the Planet .Earth wind and Fire.
theyre BOTH amazing drummers in their own right
Thnks for your imput
And Left
Let's just say both
SONNY!
Sonny has that rhythm. I favor his technique although Tony is very good.
Sonny has the best pocket in the game and so intricate and interesting and funky.
One makes noise robotically, the other has mastered drumming
Both have their own unique qualities!
I Like SONY
I'm bias... I'm a big Sonny fan! Just like his style. Tony great groove. Can't go wrong either one.
Huge and fantastic. Wonderful performances. Awesome and delicious 😋😍❤️😍
Two different styles both great in their element
thanks for your coment brother
Both
Super Musik, Danke!
sonny!! saw him live with jeff lorber. wow!!
It's the musicality of Sonny Emory for me.
Incredible. Remarkable. Sweet Talent
For my taste n background I'm going with Sonny. He has that Afro-Cuban latino vibe rhythm blend.
Definitely Sonny the man is monster.
Watching these guys with their incredible speed, and very little sign of Moeller technique etc, blows open the whole myth that anyone can play that fast if they just master the technique. To all drummers out there that have been trying for years and years to increase their speed, sorry to tell you, but each person has a speed limit. Some people run like Usain Bolt and others waddle like a duck, its the same with drumming. Oh, and I think both drummers are amazing!
moeller technique is overrated you silly kid
Check Tommy Igoe's DVD Great hands for a lifetime, it shows the proper way to use the fingers, bouncing the sticks, and staying relaxed all the time, unbelievable progress can be made by using this simple technique, people can play way faster than 200 bpm after a while
mantaaaabb ....
amazing people...fantastic compilation...thank you !!!!!!
Both great drummers. But, I definitely like Sonny better on drums and not pads. Much of his subtle touches get lost on the pads I think. Regardless, I could sit back a listen to these guys and this band all night.
Both got massive skills , im glad sonny is doing my drums in the studio
Both very good, but I like Sonny Emory's better. However Tony Royster Jr. is fast as lightning.
No disrespect my g but these are 2 completely different drummers,you cant compare these 2🤷🏾♂️
Totally agreed. 2 completely different styles.
Sonny rolls are fast,clearer and sweet to even eat it
Both are awesome,good job
Sonny by far
One with blistering singles using arm strengh, other uses pure finesse and skill. Both are so very awsome. These are those guys you show friends who think average drummers are so great! Theyll shut up and fast. ast
We should not try to compare whose the best ,they both are very excellent drummers just appreciate them for the talent that they both have!
Boy wonder against musical master? Both are fantastic. And for pure listening pleasure Mr. Emory is my favorite. If you like a bombastic style check out Eugene McBride. Gene sounds like a Fourth-of-July finale.
Based on the content you presented its clearly Sonny's musicality that wins out but Tony is quite capable. I wish I could be mentioned in the same conversation with either one of these fella's.
Sonny has incredible rhythm and I really love his playing and style. But, I’ve been a long time fan of Tony and his playing as well. Kinda hard to truly decide who’s better.
Both is just beautiful
Both are great let's leave it at that, I can listen to both of them all day, they are different but they both sound great
DrumGod Emory and Royster💯
Totally different styles, both are great players!
🎼🎶🥁
Two Great soulfully talented drummers .
Sonny Emory get down my brother get down
Thank you very much.Merci beaucoup.Vielen Dank für das schöne Video.
Both are monsters!
No contest between these incredibles!
MAN.........you can’t choose “best” here. This channel needs to grow UP with videos like this. This was Tony AND Sonny blowing like mofos. There’s no competition here.
As you said...theres no " Best " especially at this level, only style .... i know my preferred style but thats not for everyone.. i am in awe of both of these guys
Sonny!!!
Sony clave. And. Free ritmic just. Great
Respect to both. Monster skills with Tony, jusy feel as hes always smashing the drums though. Sonny on the other hand i feel hes more creative, dynamic with amazing feel. I've favor sonny in this duo.
This would only be fair if you posted video of their most recent performances.
Still I say Sonny is best.
i actually will agree with you on that but i will also go with sonny emory tho my opinion
Ive heard sony from ewf to.lee ritenour. He's so (so) musical. Sony definetly
Tony R.
Tough 2 compare u jus gotta put your self in the 80s different era mane music is always evolving tony prolly my skilled but I actually prefer the groove over speed both r extremely good
Has anybody ever heard of Stix Hooper with the Jazz Crusaders
I think Sonnys beats were used as the funk jazz off beat incidental suspense drum music for all the Dirty Harry movies.. Crazy funk jazz grooves🎶🎶😜🎶😜🎥
Sonny wins, by far! Tony is fast, but no controlled dynamics. I don't think he has ever heard the terms Crescendo, decrescendo, metso Forte, or pianissimo. Only FORTE!!!
Unless you’re as good as these guys, you don’t have a right to judge. You spend the million hours it takes to be that good..
No man, that's what public does, JUDGE! That's what entertainers do: show something and receive opinions. That's what the show is about. You can say whatever you want! You can express your preferences. There's nothing wrong on that!
GZ Are you a performer?
@@jamiefoster1998 I've been playing drums for over 20 years and I'm a huge fan of drumming, but it doesn't matter at all. I can be a guitar player, a lawyer, a baker. Whatever you want. The point is not who I am or what I do. The point is that this video is about giving opinions on Sonny Emory and Tony Royster Jr. Who do you like the best, which one you prefer. That's it. Nobody is evaluating your criteria to have your opinion, nobody is asking you to justify it, and you don't have to be a super pro to say if you prefer something over other thing. You don't have to have the level they have as musicians to express who you like the most. This is just giving you the chance to compare them both, not getting you compared to them. But if that's what you want to do, that's cool too.
GZ all I asked was are you a performer.. I never said one word about validating your opinion in that question. It was a question of interest in what your background was. You gave a great response to my opinion. I had my opinion. Do I totally hear you and what you’re saying? Yes! Do I back down from my opinion, no. Does that mean, I’m not going to have interest in other opinions? Absolutely not! You want to know why I watched your video? For that reason right there. And guess what? I read through opinions and decided to give my own. That’s a lot of time on your channel. And hey, There’s gonna be people like me and each of us are a visit to your channel. Which means more money so you can keep making videos. Now, on that note, If anyone were to try to eliminate your right to make videos like these, I would be the first to speak up and defend your right to continue. You felt the need to speak out on me because my opinion came off as arrogant. And you made clear that this is a friendly exercise in compare And contrast. These conversations are going to happen. And guess what if people are reading them, they’re spending more time with you. “ I may disagree with what you’re saying but I will defend to the death your right to say it. “ it doesn’t matter who you are. “ I simply asked if you were a performer.. If I offended you, whoops! But still loved what you had to say in response.And it’s because of your response a that I dropped a “ like “ on the video. Not to “ make nice “ but because I respected your response. Respect and agreeing can be two different things. Yes I can say what I want. And it was conversational. You state the right to judge.. Well, I passed a judgement as well..but my question was out of respect. Maybe I should have said, Hey, great response! That was fucking brilliant! ! What’s your story?” But that sounds kiss ass and that’s not my style.
@@jamiefoster1998 Ok, this is a great exchange, but I didn't post this video and this is not my channel. Sorry if I went too far on this. Thank you.
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Sonny ,n°1)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
Nice
all respect to Mr Royster for his abilities. He is a selfish player. and he steps all over the musicians he plays with. Where as Mr. Emory is incredibly musical and supportive when he plays. and he has a much wider vocabulary than Tony. Drummer vs Musician. Sonny is the clear choice. I mean...
Mette MIddler, Earth Wind and Fire, Steely Dan, Bruce Hornsby, and on. Tony can't do those gigs.
Sonny Emory is the man for all seasons.
i agree with Greggs assessment,its a draw.i never heard of these drummers before,i would like to know how they began...superb
Sonny has deep pocket Groove/ Tony likes the thrashing BOTH GREAT talent, fast and have sticks skills
Do you know what kind of condition you have to be in to perform like this,
what is it tho
Has sonny been listening to H."El Negro" H.??
The bigger question is the age gap between those that like Sonny over Tony and what is your preference of music.
Who making the most money. 🤔. Just joking. Both are great.
Tony has 5 endorsement including jay z need i say more
@@thegr8xsc8pe30 justin bieber is making more money than chick corea. need i say more???
@@thegr8xsc8pe30 Sonny graduated cum laude and earned per gig what Tony earns in a month though 😂
Sonny's drumming seems more musical to me . Where Tonys drumming seems remarkably fast and technically phenomenal it just doesn't have the "groove" Sonny's has . Just an observation. Both off the charts drummers
This has a Weckl (Royster Jr.) "vs" Gadd (Emory) vibe. Both masters, but different feels.
I don't agree with the comparison. Weckl has similar vocabulary/ technical ability/speed to both emory and Royster where Gadd, The king of session drumming and one of the all time icons of drum-set just does not have the same breadth of vocabulary. Gadd vs Porcaro? Yes. Emory is the clear choice.
Can't compare Weckl and Royster, Weckl is one of the most musical drummer while Royster just throws noisy chops as fast as possible
@@Martin_Bernard yeah Royster is more like Williams on Steroids. Not a lotta dynamics there. Weckl has other worldly chops tho + extreme dynamics. I was being nice.
So i think royster got some sick and twisted chops and his timing is metronomical. I just think sonny is more tasteful. Not better. Both are Fucking amazing drummers. It was royster that i first noticed about 8 years ago that got me into gospel chops and the awsome drummers that collaborate with it. Thank fuck for RUclips, i'm a better player because of it.
Tony royster sonny old he was a great recording/Tour drummer back then but drumming has evolved over the years you have to do it when you young cause philly c.o.g.i.c style drumming is high intensity especially jazz chops in gospel chops
I had to read your comment several times to understand what you are trying to write. I think you are saying you like Tony because Sonny is old? Buddy Rich is old too, so is John Bonham. I think I know what you're saying, but at this level, it's simply a stylistic preference. I personally am amazed by both players, but my preference is with Sonny. Cheers!!!
Just stop lol
Hilarious
@@wphh7272 That is a ridiculous comment. Sonny is still working a lot. With a litany of artists. Groove never goes out of style and Sonny has it for days and days. Tony is just the first kid on the "Gospel Chops" team. It was a unique voice for a minute. But now there are dozens of drummers with that same vocabulary and style of high speed paradiddle combinations orchestrated around the kit. I actually prefer Chris Colman to Tony. If you want to hear a musical Gospel Chops player vs another "all chops all day" drummer like Tony.
He has a long way to go to reach the sophistication and musicality of Sonny. Perhaps you should listen again. Or explore some of Sonny's videos/ performances/ clinics and then form your opinion.
@@homard62 I think you meant to reply to the OP. I clearly stated that I prefer Sonny. Cheers!
Desafio deveria ser Tony royster vs Tony Taylor. Seria show!
Sonny Emory:
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Tony....as much as I love Sonny....Tony is just my era of drummer...and I'm in my late 40s....🙄
More ppl will go with Sonny because he’s older than Tony so they giving him legendary status , buh to be honest , Tony Royster is one of the best drummers alive . Most of the things Sonny does he can do as well , he can be musically as well if he wants but remember that Tony is a hip hop drummer , his chops and musicality won’t be the same as Sonny’s
Tony Royster
And it’s sad bcos he will be honored at his 60s , not now
That is not why people chose Sonny.
They choose him for his musicality as well as his chops. Did you even read the replies?
Are you ageist or something?
Tony is just a kid, Sonny Emory is a real man and will eat him for breakfast, lunch & dinner! 😂
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Sonny is better
He’s only more disciplined
All Tony plays sonny can play 1000 times
But Tony is very good
THEY BOTH ARE GREAT BUT I WOULD SAY THAT SONNY WAS LIKE THE TONY ROYSTER IN THE 1980s. WHILE AS THE TECHNIQUES THAT SONNY DOES HAS BEEN TAKEN AND EVOLVED INTO A MORE ELABORATE URBAN HYBRID FUTURISTIC STYLE BY THE LIKES OF ERIC MOORE TONY ROYSTER CHRIS COLEMAN MIKE MITCHELL RON BRUNER JR. AND MORE. NONETHELESS SONNY'S PLAYING WILL ALWAYS BE ASSOCIATED WITH CUTTING EDGE TECHNIQUE BECAUSE OF HIS VAST KNOWLEDGE OF MUSICALITY A GREAT DEPTH OF LIMB INDEPENDENCE A PRESENCE OF SHOWMANSHIP.
Tony
Sorry. But Tony Royster is THE human drum machine. Nobody can touch his speed and skill. Been doing it since the age of 13.
both of these dudes are my favs, but tony could eat sony up simply because more chops and the youthful vibe.
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Bunch of clowns here...Tony R is the shred champion...Sonny is about as good as I once was....when I watched Tony I am not unsure if he would smoke me in a solo battle....Watching Sonny, I think, its been a while since i played and I could probably give him a run for his money. I hate groove drummers, they focus on groove because they know they'll never win the chops battle...the chops guys know that groove is easily attainable where as chops takes much more discipline to increase. Groove drummers never enter the chops war because you cant loose a race you never entered. Chops guys are ADD and only play extended groove for songs...never solos...because its borrrriing. Chops is like f1 racing, groove is like parking lot pimping....one takes much more skill to join the crowd or win...where as the other is subjective and based around solid timing and styles attached to the timing.
Hate electronic drums
Tony is very good than tonny
Both
Thnks for your imput