Remembering the VHS tapes and seeing Dave performing this masterpiece today is like seeing Obi Wan in episode IV. "Well of course I know him. He's me." Fresh sounding, unmatched phrasing and creativity. A master at work.
I remember when Modern Drummer put this on a sound supplement in the October 1987 issue. Dave Weckl immediately became my favorite drummer after hearing it and to this day, he's still an amazing drummer to listen to and watch. Every musical and drumming Attribute has transcended max capacity. I have to say he's still my favorite drummer
Insanely good. I can't believe that as long as I've been alive Dave has been there playing like a master. Just got more and more musical too. Dave, if you read your comments, we love you man. You're an incredible asset to the world.
Dave and Carter Beauford from Dave Matthews band have perfect drum sounds in my opinion. Their toms just sound spectacular. I believe they both use Yamaha as well. Recording Custom.
Been trying to nail this for 20 years. It’s the toughest play along from contemporary drummer in my opinion. The big man makes it look so easy! Argh! I contacted Gergo Borlai before he became well known and managed to get my hands on a drumless version of his song “Matthew garrison” it’s my other endless work in progress. These elite drummers really are incredible in what they’ve achieved.
If you are a drummer and don't have a subscription to this school, you are wasting your time. I have been to music school for drums and if I had this available, I'd have never spent the money on the education that pointed me in Dave's direction at every turn. No, I am not a bot and I am not getting paid to write this. Dave is clearly the greatest (or one of the top three) to ever pick up the sticks.
Love it! What I have appreciated most about Dave's playing over the years is that it is not only technically astounding but also approachable. So many drum channels say things like, "Check out this 5 over 17 polyrhythm," and I think "Yes, but where will you use that musically and will anyone be able to distinguish it from you just not knowing how to keep time?" 😂 Dave's playing is always right on target and sophisticated yet understandable. Cheers!
I remember a clinic he gave at PASIC years ago where he was talking about soloing and the importance of marking downbeats with the hi-hat etc. to keep the audience oriented. His punchline was "don't be the only one at your party"😅I love this about Dave's playing!
Even more blown away than the first time I put the needle down on my Modern Drummer "Sound Supplement" back in 1986 or '87. He makes it look so easy, like he's just tossing laundry in the washer.
And all this time i thought it was the mullet that gave Dave his superpowers 😅 seriously as dave gets older he gets better and never ceases to amaze not only in his technical facilty but in his unmatched musicality. Bravo Weck!
oh yeah man - my fave Back to Basics tracks - You with Jay are Timeless !!!! all those albums !!!!! greetings from Czech republic (seen you live many times - in Prague back in 2002, Přerov 2010, Ostrava 2009)
Another great drummer ! I know him from long time ago, he is one of the best around! I remember him since grp recordings; The Gershwin Connection I saw playing live in the TV I believe in a Grammy Award around 1980, with Dave Grusin, Lee Ritenour, John Pattitucci; Gary Burton, Eddie Daniels, Eric Marienthal, Sal Marquez, Chic Corea ; what a Roster of Fine musicians!!
Love this Tune 🥁 Love you Dave ❤🥁 Your playing speaks for it self 🥁 Dedication hard work and loving drumming and music has made you one of the best ❤️🥁 Thank you for giving this to the world 🥁 Peace out ! Greetings from Denmark here. Bo.
Thanks for sharing! I remember seeing Dave on tv and being mesmerized, when he came with Chick Corea to the Free Jazz Festival, in my hometown, Rio de Janeiro. I was a teenager and Dave was a lot younger too. It’s amazing how his playing has changed… Best!
Absolutely brilliant Dave. Yes I had the VHS back in 1987 and have loved this track ever since. Have seen so many covers of it but watching you play it again is amazing. Come back to the UK soon and definitely make it to Ronnie Scott's.
Grande Dave! Complimenti. Chop, Fusion-Jazz-Funk, stupendo!👍👏 Eseguito alla perfezione! Le performance, il modo di suonare (mi piacciono molto i suoi Linear!), sono sempre 🔝🌟. Ciao da Roma Italy 🇮🇹
Amazing playing as always. It’s interesting how he conserves his energy in this cut compared to the old version yes I get it the original was done when he was younger but love this version very precise love it.
Essa foi a primeira música que ouvi do Dave Weckl, na época em fita K7 ... Fiquei impressionado, tempos depois consegui assistir o vídeo dessa música, ali, naquele momento descobri minha referência na bateria... Tenho o prazer em acompanhá-lo até hoje... Muito obrigado por tudo!!!!
Almost 40 years later and that is still just absolute insanity. Well done, sir.
Remembering the VHS tapes and seeing Dave performing this masterpiece today is like seeing Obi Wan in episode IV. "Well of course I know him. He's me." Fresh sounding, unmatched phrasing and creativity. A master at work.
I remember when Modern Drummer put this on a sound supplement in the October 1987 issue. Dave Weckl immediately became my favorite drummer after hearing it and to this day, he's still an amazing drummer to listen to and watch. Every musical and drumming Attribute has transcended max capacity. I have to say he's still my favorite drummer
Came here to say the same thing except I didn't remember the month-year it was included.
I watched this on 'back to basics' 1000 times when i was a kid :D. That little splash/tom fill when the solo begins is still the best.
1000 times? waooo- I know how you feel!
I once saw him up close at his clinic.
From Japan!
Yes!!!!! Back To Basics!!!! Loving these 80s throwbacks!!!
Flawless, precision, tasteful. I can go on and on. All positive. It all adds up to the incomparable Dave Weckl.
Insanely good. I can't believe that as long as I've been alive Dave has been there playing like a master. Just got more and more musical too.
Dave, if you read your comments, we love you man. You're an incredible asset to the world.
truly one of the best drummers on the planet there's no one as Dave.
Never have I clicked so fast! The legendary "Spur of the Moment"!
Dave weckl's playing is poetry,
Simply beautiful!
One of the best fusion players out there. Great to see him offering his unique style and technical expertise. We are lucky to have him teach.
I think the drums sounds better than ever!! (Spectacular playing....!! Thanks Dave.
I saw the video back in 1987.
I went back in time
One of my long time favorite drummers!!🤘🤯😎
I've always loved him drum sound❤
Dave and Carter Beauford from Dave Matthews band have perfect drum sounds in my opinion. Their toms just sound spectacular. I believe they both use Yamaha as well. Recording Custom.
Despite the complexity, his playing looks so simple and relaxed,
yet at the same time absolutely precise.
You can't do better than that ! ...
...🥰...
Been trying to nail this for 20 years. It’s the toughest play along from contemporary drummer in my opinion. The big man makes it look so easy! Argh!
I contacted Gergo Borlai before he became well known and managed to get my hands on a drumless version of his song “Matthew garrison” it’s my other endless work in progress. These elite drummers really are incredible in what they’ve achieved.
So smooth and tasteful! No one plays like Dave!🍺
If you are a drummer and don't have a subscription to this school, you are wasting your time. I have been to music school for drums and if I had this available, I'd have never spent the money on the education that pointed me in Dave's direction at every turn. No, I am not a bot and I am not getting paid to write this. Dave is clearly the greatest (or one of the top three) to ever pick up the sticks.
Wow! Compelling!
weckl, vinnie and gadd. the goats
How have I never seen this guy before?! Holy crap
First I watch to enjoy a great performance. Then I watch again just to learn from this master!
One of my G.O.A.T.s! Awesome hearing you at work, Dave. Blissful.
Love it! What I have appreciated most about Dave's playing over the years is that it is not only technically astounding but also approachable. So many drum channels say things like, "Check out this 5 over 17 polyrhythm," and I think "Yes, but where will you use that musically and will anyone be able to distinguish it from you just not knowing how to keep time?" 😂 Dave's playing is always right on target and sophisticated yet understandable. Cheers!
I remember a clinic he gave at PASIC years ago where he was talking about soloing and the importance of marking downbeats with the hi-hat etc. to keep the audience oriented. His punchline was "don't be the only one at your party"😅I love this about Dave's playing!
absolutely agree .. have been fan of Dave since 1999 (i was 15 at that time and he completely changed my whole drum world)
Drumming on another level. Like a magic show. Frightening!!
His setup always sounds SO FRIGGIN GOOD! This was fun to watch.
Even more blown away than the first time I put the needle down on my Modern Drummer "Sound Supplement" back in 1986 or '87. He makes it look so easy, like he's just tossing laundry in the washer.
It’s such a treat to see him play this after all these years. It sounds even better and looks more effortless.
And all this time i thought it was the mullet that gave Dave his superpowers 😅 seriously as dave gets older he gets better and never ceases to amaze not only in his technical facilty but in his unmatched musicality. Bravo Weck!
Your drums continue to sound AMAZING! You've been a great source of inspiration for years, Dave. The world of music is lucky to have you, as are we.
Fantastic as always. Thanks for being a continuous inspiration over the decades, Dave!
He wanted to be the best drummer in the world.............I think he pretty much nailed it! He never fails to Inspire! x
What a great way to start a Sunday morning. I still have the VHS tapes from the early 90s.
This takes me way back…..Dave has always been such put together player and has influenced millions of drummers. 🔥
Poetry in motion!! Dave is one of the wonders of the world!
Another fantastic performance! That play-along changed my life forever. Thank you, Dave. 🥁🥁🥁
Unbelievable drummer, so smooth and effortless!!
Killer, killer, killer!
Thank you for the inspiration and creativity, that you give us!!!
Thank you so much maestro!!!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Always an even better day when Dave uploads.
In most ways playing better than ever!! ✌️😎👍
One of my favourites drummers …. Absolute brilliance !
Amazing performance, and great to see that Dave still has that swagger in him.
oh yeah man - my fave Back to Basics tracks - You with Jay are Timeless !!!! all those albums !!!!! greetings from Czech republic (seen you live many times - in Prague back in 2002, Přerov 2010, Ostrava 2009)
Another great drummer ! I know him from long time ago, he is one of the best around! I remember him since grp recordings; The Gershwin Connection I saw playing live in the TV I believe in a Grammy Award around 1980, with Dave Grusin, Lee Ritenour, John Pattitucci; Gary Burton, Eddie Daniels, Eric Marienthal, Sal Marquez, Chic Corea ; what a Roster of Fine musicians!!
What a sound! Such a pleasure to listen to Mr. Weckl.
It’s as poetic to watch as it is to listen to. As ever, chapeau to Dave. Amazing!
Like a fresh air, Great!
Never ceases to amaze me. Just keeps getting beter and better
That intro brings back so many memories.
Constantly Amazed at Dave.
Such incredible memories. I practiced that Minus One package for months. Learned so much about interpretation and sight reading.
Wonderful!! Thank you so much - it is such a pleasure to listen to!
So happy to see you play this again! Beautiful!
Thanks teacher for the word
Love this Tune 🥁
Love you Dave ❤🥁
Your playing speaks for it self 🥁
Dedication hard work and loving drumming and music has made you one of the best ❤️🥁 Thank you for giving this to the world 🥁
Peace out !
Greetings from Denmark here.
Bo.
Thanks for sharing! I remember seeing Dave on tv and being mesmerized, when he came with Chick Corea to the Free Jazz Festival, in my hometown, Rio de Janeiro. I was a teenager and Dave was a lot younger too. It’s amazing how his playing has changed… Best!
Tight and fluid all the way. Top drummer!
It's still fresher than when it was released!🔥
Absolutely brilliant Dave. Yes I had the VHS back in 1987 and have loved this track ever since. Have seen so many covers of it but watching you play it again is amazing. Come back to the UK soon and definitely make it to Ronnie Scott's.
Thanks Dave. I enjoy watching your songs and drums parts.
Just got one word for your performances Dave................WOW!
Gorgeous drumming!
Grande Dave! Complimenti. Chop, Fusion-Jazz-Funk, stupendo!👍👏 Eseguito alla perfezione! Le performance, il modo di suonare (mi piacciono molto i suoi Linear!), sono sempre 🔝🌟. Ciao da Roma Italy 🇮🇹
Great Master! The touch Is incredibile 😮
Last saw this on VHS! Now in the future he still rules! ❤
Oh boy that takes us back. VHS power people!
Happy New Year!! 👋😄What a CLASSIC!
Dave is a true master and my absolut all time favorite drummer
One of my favorite drummers to watch. Definitely an all timer!
thank you for that travel back in time.....thank you!
My god ! Simply superb!
He is a awesome musician 😊
My God!!! Fantástic ..The best!
the greatest of all time !!
Dave è il più pulito (musicalmente) di tutti , è lui il numero 1!😍
i have been waiting for decades!!
I bought his book 15 years ago contemporary drummer + one. This is one of my favorit song in the book.
Such finesse 🔥🔥🔥🔥
I remember watching this 35 years ago on VHS!! 🔥🔥
Man! This is SWEET! Love this style!
Excellent work, Dave!
Just awesome!!!!
As a keyboardist I always dreamed of playing with Weckl!
First to comment and I learnt this song last year......
and I love Dave Weckl
SENSACIONAL CONTINUA O MELHOR
Awesome Dave! 👍🏻
Total badass, loved it
Amazing playing as always. It’s interesting how he conserves his energy in this cut compared to the old version yes I get it the original was done when he was younger but love this version very precise love it.
Keep it up, Dave!
Legendary!
Essa foi a primeira música que ouvi do Dave Weckl, na época em fita K7 ... Fiquei impressionado, tempos depois consegui assistir o vídeo dessa música, ali, naquele momento descobri minha referência na bateria... Tenho o prazer em acompanhá-lo até hoje... Muito obrigado por tudo!!!!
Keeping me amazed for decades. Great inspiration and one of the best ever.
Allwayss the best.
BIG LOVE!
Living leyend, thanks Dave
sounds fantastic!
Master of masters !!!!!!!!!
Nice to see the OG HHX evolutions on this one.
Maestro Dave 🔥
The King!
Far beyond rad as always Dave