I dont know how many times I have watched this, but Steve Gadd always just blows me away. Crazy amount of feeling

@classixdrummer

8 ай бұрын

Have to agree. While Colliuta and Weckle play, “my dick’s bigger than yours’” Gadd comes along and commits larceny by stealing the show.

@hp2823

4 ай бұрын

absolutely shits on the other two doesnt he, just goes to show, feeling and groove better than fast chops

@KBStickEm

3 ай бұрын

I dunno man the beginning by Dave is absolutely beautiful... The creativity in it blows my mind. Changed the way I thought about the purpose of cymbals.

This needs to be retitled as "Kings of Mullets"

@cwatson4271

8 жыл бұрын

absolutely

The King of Mullets.

@guyallman6686

8 жыл бұрын

Lol

I've watched this 40 maybe 50 times and still get blown away everytime. Love it when Steve "we're on a mission from" Gadd starts the cowbell rhythm they trade solos over. They all sound incredible!

Just from seeing this video again, you can tell how much more musical steve gadd is with his solos in this video, hes playing a lot less as opposed to his counter parts who are just playing 32nd notes the whole time, he creates fills and licks that actually suit the latin feel that he himself set up in the beginning, and he leaves space so the big bursts of notes sound quicker, we should all strive to play more like gadd, by listening and playing what complements the musical style that we play.

@mattseymour8637

3 жыл бұрын

Well said I agree with that too that less is more and its good to let the music breathe and allow for space in the piece and play to what's needed not just play all fast stuff to show off or fill the bar

I can't tell you how many times I watched this fucking amazing performance by three drum gods. One is better than the next. Tears well up. Groove churns inside. Holy fucking shit.

I come back to this video every few months and for the past 10 years it never ceases to blow my mind. Absolute technical beasts.

When it was Mr. Gadd's turn he spoke with a groove & feel that is pure genius!!!!

That's it! I quit! (Gets up off throne, throws sticks on floor, walks away in disgust.)

@bellavia5

7 жыл бұрын

Swell.

I love how they all have traditional grip. They are probably the best traditional drumset players I have ever seen.

@voodoovultures3044

Жыл бұрын

Never seen Buddy Rich then?

@randomguestobserving6071

Жыл бұрын

@@voodoovultures3044.... yeah, the good ol' inevitable "bunny wretch" comment...never gets old but stinks a bit already....but easy to spit out no matter what age or IQ...(LORD !!)

@voodoovultures3044

Жыл бұрын

@@randomguestobserving6071 You haven't seen him then?

@randomguestobserving6071

Жыл бұрын

@@voodoovultures3044 Really ??

@heckicusdoomicuswizardus1382

Жыл бұрын

@@voodoovultures3044 no he's just not nearly this good and generally overrated. like mentioning him is reserved for comment sections under Whiplash clips.

This is the best drum collab i've ever seen...and i've seen many! Great work gentlemen!

There is no such thing as the "Best drummer in the world" my hats are off to all these drummers they are all great... studied hard and spent time alone crafting there skills...

Vinnie at 7:05.INSANE FOOTWORK.

The hair is legendary

That is some drumming masterclass from 3 different but complimentary styles. 9 mins of pure drumming heaven, wish I was there ;) epv

That was a sick groove. So high energy!

Yamaha must have been jizzing in their pants that night, a power trio !!

There is no best drummer, everyone has different style just like there is no best singer in the world.

@Sheba936

9 жыл бұрын

***** He sure as hell was!

@bobayersquebec

9 жыл бұрын

syndicateprox I understand what you mean but we can said, these 3 guys are maybe three of the most independance hands and feets of all drummers and for me, that is the best apperance of drumming... to get our hands and feets completly independant (the drummers dream).

@johndearey2980

9 жыл бұрын

syndicateprox Sounds like you want to be a drummer but you suck.

@Flameblade69

8 жыл бұрын

+syndicateprox There may be no best drummer but there are the more famous or the most known drummers.

@StormyMalaise

8 жыл бұрын

Aw, gee. I feel the need to hug a tree now.

The way Gadd enters the room. Good-ness!! I come back to this video from time to time just to hear that intro.

Commented here 15 years ago 😂 Still love this video. Great drumming, mullets flying, lmao.

No "King of Drummers" list would be complete without Buddy Rich. PERIOD.

@Sheba936

9 жыл бұрын

tiffsaver ON THE MONEY "TIFF" !!!! His Solo from "West Side Story"? UNBELIEVEABLE! Not one of these guys could handle that!

@dcmastermindfirst9418

2 жыл бұрын

Thomas lang would kick his ass these days

@tiffsaver

2 жыл бұрын

@@dcmastermindfirst9418 You mean the Thomas Lang with his DOZENS of drums and cymbals and double-stroke rolls who's trying to imitate Buddy Rich's FIVE DRUMS and single-stroke rolls and utterly failing??

@dcmastermindfirst9418

2 жыл бұрын

@@tiffsaver Lol. Buddy rich is overrated as fuck boyo. Boy oh boy you've really got no clue do you. Thomas lang has surpassed Rich by leaps and bounds. Which dead and irrelevant drummer are you gonna bring up next huh? Neil Peart? Because he sucks by modern standards too. Thomas lang could outplay both him and Rich which his feet too. Guys like Virgil donati, Thomas lang, Dave weckl and Eric Moore shit all over any drummer you think it good. That's not an opinion. You know nothing. Lol. Clown.

@eggmcfoff

11 ай бұрын

@@tiffsaveryou have 0 clue what you’re talking about. drummers have advanced far beyond buddy, that’s what time does. buddy could not keep up with modern drummers. you need to move on.

to the negative commenters out there, say what you want, but these guys are all really good, and there are allot of other guys out there that are really good also, just appreciate it, and stop trying to act like your opinion is the only one that counts

@leejones419

8 жыл бұрын

photographerjonathan Thank you!

Wonderful styles of drumming, they're all masters in their field, awesome!!

I get chills every time I watch this.

Buddy Rich is the GOD of drummers！！

@taino91702

9 жыл бұрын

Agreed.

@EnchiladaMan360

9 жыл бұрын

Bruin Rican A jazz musician dies and goes to Heaven. As he walks toward the pearly gates, he hears the fastest, most amazing drumming he's ever heard. He asks Saint Peter, "Is that Buddy Rich I hear?" Saint Peter says, "No, that's God. He just thinks he's Buddy Rich!"

@berniefynn6623

9 жыл бұрын

Gene Krupa

@jomak9

9 жыл бұрын

Bernie Fynn Gene also a great drummer😊

The three of them combined don't come anywhere near the one and only Buddy Rich.

@abrahamlinksys808

10 жыл бұрын

I agree Buddy Rich was one of the greatest drummers to have ever lived on this earth... but what exactly does that statement even mean? "They don't come anywhere near Buddy Rich." You say that as if music in general is one big competition... it isn't. They are each incredible drummers in their own unique way. Don't compare musicians as if it's a contest.

@abrahamlinksys808

10 жыл бұрын

I understand your point. I should've rephrased that he was one of the greatest jazz drummers, and yes his ego was unlike any other drummer.

@jeffcollins9995

10 жыл бұрын

absolutely correct

@THEXARMYMAN

10 жыл бұрын

@ Cleticprinces .....So...Instead of accreditation .... Let's mention someone better so you can justify a negative comment....... well done , Glad we aint friends.

@knickerbocker191

10 жыл бұрын

yep, and to their credit I don't think one of them would disagree

Toujours aussi puissant, ce "Buddy Rich memorial", même en quarante il n avaient pas des drum battles comme celle là ! 10 ans que je ne l'avais pas vue, disque dur perdu depuis longtemps, youtube stocke bien mieux que moi, merci dannyboy

I never cease to be amazed by these guys!

Ok, does anyone have any recommendations that can come close to that? as far as Im concerned I have just witnessed near perfection.

@mikerobindrums8261

9 жыл бұрын

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@seapeoples9461

9 жыл бұрын

Mike Robin Drums thanks:)

Buddy rich just did rolls and rolls over the snare...Neil peart and Steve gadd are way more musical

@solem810

4 жыл бұрын

DarkZO6 don’t just discredit buddy rick he is still a legendary drummer

This is just sick. And all these guys' drums sound sooooo good...

i think ive watched this over a hundred times. Still blows my mind every time...

6:55 to 7:03 Gadd's foot work was amazing

Vinnie is the best drummer period.

this is truly spiritual...........at one point of time the beats are occurring in a spiritual fashion...........this much accuracy and dedication is only possible through many years of hardwork......and gaining such a precise timing and rhythm and most important the melody and sweetness of sound........mankind at its best........

I love these guy's ! I'm a drummer too but I just play for church's around town !! They are amazing and this is what keeps me inspired to keep playing is by watching other drummers !! But my favorite drummer is Terry Bozzio with the worlds largest kit !! he is a beast on his set by far...

More of a drum battle than king of drummers.

Chuck Norris walked in when it was Vinnie's turn trading fours--he peed his pants and walked out.

Amazing. Gets better every time i listen to it.

My hat is off to all of them. They all sound pretty superb to me.

Ask a metal drummer and almost everytime they'll say Gene Krupa, which tell you alot, this guy can't out play my gran-daughter And she mainly plays Sax!!

@cameronedwards6593

10 жыл бұрын

all I have to say is Mike Mangini.

@djanzon

9 жыл бұрын

Smackaho Johnson Buddy Rich

@squidVicious442

9 жыл бұрын

***** I agree. Only metal drummer that might come close is alex rudinger or luke holland but thats just my opinion. But I think this might be to complex for some people whos only musical experience is a relatives sax to comprehend. What im really wondering though is how the fuck do they do this in suits

@squidVicious442

9 жыл бұрын

Gene krupa vs buddy rich. Look it up

@DezzaraeOBHAYVE201530

9 жыл бұрын

***** Absolutely! 3 legends right here. Best ive ever seen!!!

Guarantee you three-quarters of Rush fans don't even know who these guys or even Buddy Rich are.

They get extreme without losing control. Every movement is breathtakingly nuanced and finessed. Damn I wish I could drum like that.

All 3 using the classic grip. Pretty amazing exhibition. I really enjoy the different sounds of each player and their kit.

Three drummers.... Buddy Rich could do this on his own.

@mrcyde

9 жыл бұрын

Not to burst your bubble but there is no shortage of drummers, most of which are unknown, that could do this on their own including these three drummers here.

@AntonyBArnold

9 жыл бұрын

Wyatt Sorry Wyatt, I didn't mean to offend. These guys are remarkable I know.

@mrcyde

9 жыл бұрын

I wasn't mad.

@Meiphonekaicabrio

9 жыл бұрын

Antony B Arnold true He was the best of all time Marandona of drums...

@AntonyBArnold

9 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

I like how each carved out a different stylistic niche. They complement each other nicely and show some of the range of percussion as a musical instrument, not just a way to keep a beat.

all 3 are unique in their own way, the last bit always gives me goosebumps its unreal

Holy, fucking, shit. I've watched this 50 times and I get chills each and every time.

This video always give me the chills...such awesomeness!!!!!

I liked the very beginning the best. What a unique style.

Beautiful drum off! They all killed it with their different styles

any moment in the performance of each is a real lesson

Brilliant commment. Spot on.

(cont.) ovation and longevity have to be taken into consideration when entering into this discussion, that's my point. God bless and keep on rockin"!!!

Wonderful stuff. I particular like the way Steve Gadd's drums sound like depth charges. But all three are fantastic. I don't care much about who's better or best--this is music, not baseball. I just like hearing great players play, and these guys are great. Thanks so much for posting this.

This is brilliant.

three of the best and notice the size of their kits? more or less standard five peices!...amazing!

Godlike music, havent ever heard such fantastic drumming!

absolutely fantastic i was mesmerized by their performance.

This never gets boring.

I have seen this video so many times I lost count… It brings tears to my eyes!!! I think if I was in the audience I probably would have had a heart attack 😊

This is Gold! a peice of History

this is the most awesome solo

That technique, that art.... Thnx for the vid.

I LOVE THE INTERNET!!! Thanks to the poster of the amazing set. Ridiculous!!!

I use to play Drums in a Band ? So I Thought? "Mother Load" n then some !!! Mind Blowing!!!

ガッドええわ～。アクセント気持ちいいし、急に普通の8ビートくるし、どれも飽きない！

Perfection, at it's best!!

This is hilarious... Hilariously AWESOME!!

I have no words ...... just awesome ... :)

What a glorious mullet!

gifted gifted gifted amazing.i,m so glad i,ve seen this

Beautiful!

Those were the best drummers I have ever seen and heard before in my life!!!!

gadd is the most interesting to watch, love his passion for playing!

Are you referring to the title? But there are many KINGS!!! Paying your dues, keeping the music real....yeah.....they are 3 of many. THIS IS DA BOMB!!!

Надзвичайно класно!!! Аж мурашки по шкірі побігли. Дякую

So much talent in in one video.

This is my favourite video on KZread. By a fucking mile.

Yeah boys,it is absolutelly great! You are very handsful.Thank you.

Gadd's beginning grove is what really grabbed me.

These dudes have class.

Thanks for sharing! Fantastic! The best drum solo ever!

You nailed it! What's great about drummers is their style. Buddy is my boyhood hero, but you compare one style better than another. I like them all equally!!

seriously the best for this time in history

Individually these guys are amazing, now in unison they are just... Im out of words.

Whoa! Simply drum-tastic!

it doesnt get anybetter than that.!!!! AMAZZING !!!

Amazing! Third solo entrance sounds like SCV's electric wheelchair. Pretty neat

This was erupting, and explosive with many surprises at every turn... individual style from seasoned influences, this took me on a rollercoaster ride in a cacophony of well timed chaos, as well as equipment choice to demonstrate their well executed experience...Just when I thought I favored one over the other, the other would surprise me with a different lick, style, or direction. Like to see more vids like this

By far... the most epic drum solo on KZread... (I've watch hundreds of vids)

Incredibly talented.

Great to hear such impressive sound quality on KZread. Sounds great.

Go Gadd, that cowbell is funky.

Weckl is a cold machine gun, Gadd's cowbell is just gives a visceral need to dance, while Colaiuta's ones are like fire beasts whirling through the air.

For those wondering, Gadd's opening is, "Crazy Army". You could find stickings/sheets on google somewhere I'm sure.

JUST... SICK!!! I i like the style of the guy with the shorter curly hair in the middle... I wish I NEVER gave up the drums when I was a kid!!

Incredible and Insane.. i Luv'd it.

That was just AMAZING!!!

those ghost notes >___________________< ayyyy