I've always loved Scott's drumming. I feel that he let's the music breathe

As a kid growing up in Seattle, The Ryche was always playing at some party, or blasting out of someone's truck. The production value of the albums were off the charts.

@yabo2424

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. They were the true monsters of rock !

@GhostRider-il8en

2 жыл бұрын

San Diego too bro.

@jenx4115

2 жыл бұрын

Right there with you, I grew up in Bellevue. I was 14 when Mindcrime came out. I remember my sister and I had our jaws on the floor the first time we heard it. It was on a loop for a good year. 🔥🤘😆🤘🔥

@kidrum13

Ай бұрын

I concur Monfrere.

Aquiles Priester is a phenomenal drummer. This is an outstanding drum cover.

@tuslokbaki9579

2 жыл бұрын

and an awesome BJJ practitioner too

@HighlanderNorth1

2 жыл бұрын

☑️ Yeah, this isn't the most difficult song to play, but he played it better than the original IMO, and his set sounds f**king phenomenal! He's absolutely spot on with his timing, and he added creative new bits and pieces to the original drummer's recipe. I can't begin to imagine how much this entire set cost, although being THIS good, he's probably got merchandising contracts with the drum set and cymbal manufacturers, so he probably didn't have to foot the whole exorbitant bill..... ($12,000+ maybe)

@jenx4115

2 жыл бұрын

@@HighlanderNorth1 I was thinking like $15k. It's gorgeous. 🔥

@vladi7441

Жыл бұрын

fax

@internettoughguy

2 ай бұрын

​@@HighlanderNorth1 I think he was a little bit behind the beat. Great drummer but he doesn't have the same feel as Rockenfield for this particular type of music.

Queensryche is such an under rated band. Operation Mindcrime is a masterpiece. Every song is amazing. The Empire album is great, the first EP was amazing, and Rage for Order was awesome. They deserve more accolades and respect. I wish they would reunite with the original members, go out on tour and do their first 4 releases. I would definitely want to see that!

@680mudman

2 жыл бұрын

Look at the record sales... hardly underrated...lol!

@mlfilion

2 жыл бұрын

@@680mudman I'm not talking about 30 years ago. I'm talking about now. They don't get much radio play that I hear. They're not talked about in a positive light because of all their personal problems. In my opinion they're kinda forgotten about, but you think otherwise. Lol

@genemoorman3065

2 жыл бұрын

I think the best song on empire is the last song. "Anybody listening" is clearly how to end a great album.

@kwantoon

2 жыл бұрын

@@genemoorman3065 Hand on Heart is another great one

@mlfilion

2 жыл бұрын

@@genemoorman3065 right on I love that song. By morning this will all seem like a dream.

That’s some straightforward badassery right there, people. Great album, great song, and two awesome drummers. I miss the old Queensryche.

@SeventhOne

2 жыл бұрын

Me too, the song writing just isn't there anymore for me

@lonewolf49707

2 жыл бұрын

@@SeventhOne Todd does a fair job on the old stuff Geoff cant get those high notes anymore which is to be expected for how long he's toured. Todd no way can match old geoff with vocals but does a decent job better than geoff can now but not then.

Scott Rockefield is one bad ass drummer. Operation Mind Crime is a masterpiece and then Oueensryche throws out Empire . Killer drum cover

@michaelshields7777

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve met Scott twice and he’s a really cool and down to earth guy. I have also hung out with Eddie some years ago.

@smallfaucet

2 жыл бұрын

Had to be....it's Queensryche!

@MistaSCARY

2 жыл бұрын

I met the whole band during the Empire tour backstage when they toured with Metallica fir And Justice For All. Great guys… very humble… Chris showed me his Movado watch he got for reaching platinum for Empire. I got photos with all of them. Soo Cool 😎.

@branstokes3737

2 жыл бұрын

Operation Mindcrime is amazing just put the rewound tape in and push play, starrt to finish

@RedGribia

2 жыл бұрын

I think your knowledge of what a metal drummer is is low.

Awesome execution. That kit is SICK ! and sounds phenomenal.

@agmsmith4079

2 жыл бұрын

All the drums are triggered. Cymbal sound is real though. You can hear the cymbals sound like they are in a different room than the drums and the cymbals are really quiet compared to the drums to hide/mask the real sound of the drums... Not that there is anything wrong with it... but just pointing it out since you mentioned the sound of the drums... your drums can sound like that too if you get Slate Trigger and figure out which samples he is using. Great drummer though and great cover of the song!

Just one solid metal drummer. Big kit. Big sound. All while remaining totally relaxed while hitting big chops. Great tune.

@lincthomas7178

2 жыл бұрын

n chewing gum!!!

@jeppavek

2 жыл бұрын

Noticed early on what his "tell" was regarding changes. He stopped chewing a half second before the change. Soon as it was basic beats, he switched to muscle memory to hammer out like a drumming monkey doll. Chewing resumed soon as the change was over. Watched it a couple times, lol!

Snare drums cower in fear when they see Aquiles commin, just like cymbals do when they see Danny Carey commin. This was KILLER.

@craigtiedemann1065

2 жыл бұрын

I agree 💯. Danny is incredible drummer. His songs are so hard to play. He has so much going on in them. Tool has always been one of my favorite bands.👍🏼👊🏼😎

Scott never overplayed, never wasted a hit. He gave exactly what the song needed, and did it in a way that every non-drummer found themselves playing air-drums to. As Peart did, Scott was also a percussionist versus your vanilla 'drummer'. Scott always played his kit as a melodic instrument, which is why his inclusion in Rÿche was definitely in the recipe of their overall success. Oh, and you effing nailed this song bro. Enjoyed 10/10 will listen again. I hope you have more Rÿche on your channel. cuz I'm heading there now. Keep rocking \m/ \m/

In 1999, I'm strolling the streets of London, with a portable CD player in my backpack, this song playing. I was on top of my game. What times those were!

Scott is such a great drummer, Parts are well written and not over done..

I have no words besides WOW! I really enjoy musicians who are not flashy but very technical. You, my friend, are one of the best I’ve ever seen. Keep up the fantastic work.

I didn't know that you would cover a song like this but it brings more appreciation that you covered this amazing song!

Still one of the best albums ever. Everyone in that band could have shown off more but simply did what was needed for the song. Not to mention one of the best produced and engineered as well.

@cymbalism1

2 жыл бұрын

I hope it's remastered as the original version needs a few more dBs. It's one of several in that same year or so where that's a common mishap. Sonic Temple by The Cult has same issue. Both are gems of an album as far as material goes!! Faves of mine for sure!!

@Guppusmaximus

2 жыл бұрын

Actually, they did show off. They proved that their signature style could fit into a radio-friendly format whilst still packing a punch. The way Rockenfield capitalizes and punctuates every aspect of the song is what makes this deceptively difficult. His beat & fill placement on OM & Empire is masterful and what made him stand out.

@dennishodge5826

2 жыл бұрын

That's how good they were. They could show off without anyone knowing they were doing it. An infinitely complex band when you break it all down. Not much of anything they did was "easy". 🤘

@stvsmith1791

2 жыл бұрын

Showing off and artistic expression are two very different things. That's why Mozart sucks and Beethoven doesn't.

@dennishodge5826

2 жыл бұрын

@@stvsmith1791 You obviously thought too shallow of my comment. And we don't call people the "Beethoven" of their era/generation/time. No. That would be Mozart's name being used. Who's better depends on who's listening. Who's more iconic depends on *how many* are listening. Being the better musician only matters to the musicians. The average person listening doesn't really care about that. And that's who makes or breaks any of it. The musicians are just a small percentage of the whole. Btw, Rush *were* showing off to musicians, while the average listener simply enjoyed the results of their virtuosity. Have an astoundingly astonishing day, evening, morning... whatever it is for you. 😁✌🤘

I ALWAYS LOVED THE LITTLE THINGS W QUEENSRYCHE. .THIS GUY DID A VERY SOLID JOB . THE ONE MEASURE AT 4:19 WHERE HE DOES THE RATT LAY IT DOWN DRUM BEAT. MOST PEOPLE MISS THAT PART AND JUST PLAY THE SAME BEAT AS FHE PRYOR MEASURE. VERY COOL 😎

@wbrockstar9550

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I loved the 4:19 part myself.Eventhough its simple notes that can easily be played with one foot, some would use two and that would take away the feel of those few notes.The only thing I noticed was that he seemed to really be stretching out to reach the front cymbals,but this may just be the position/height he's most comfortable with or what he does to get the attack he wants from those cymbals.Nonetheless,a great song and brings back concert memories.

@WristwatchAddiction

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been a big fan of the OG Queensryche since their EP and honestly never noticed that dear insert till you mentioned it. Can’t wait to go back and listen to the Empire album now. Never knew it was in there! Thanks for pointing it out!

@mikegrossguitar

2 жыл бұрын

@@wbrockstar9550 VERY WELL SAID ABOUT THE 2 FEET VERSES ONE

@mikegrossguitar

2 жыл бұрын

@@WristwatchAddiction SURE THING BRO

Operation: Mindcrime and Empire are insanely good. Damn near perfect records

Qué genial cover master 🤘🏻 Scott Rockenfield es uno de los bateristas más infravalorados y poco reconocidos del gremio. Simplemente increíble.

You Sir are the Jedi master of drums. I could watch you play for hours. One of my favorite songs as well. God Bless

Aquiles adds that extra little something to make it extra special. An extraordinary drummer, he compliments every song he plays. His drum kit is absolutely beautiful as are the tones. I have enjoyed watching you over the years and would just like to say, Cheers to you brother. Indeed sir!

*I seen Queensryche awesomely play at The Gorge Amphitheater in George, WA late one evening in the summer. Still one of the best concerts I've seen ever!* JLSwag

Perfect! Just played this last night. Scott is very expressive on the hat and always gave the song a great feel and mood. great job bro!

Now THAT is a drum kit!! And a master of his domain 🤘😛🤘

I love it when phenomenal drummers, such as this badass whom I’ve never heard of until now, show so much respect and restraint by playing their cover so closely to the original. He did not overplay the track like so many do, which ruins it - in my opinion. Props to Aquiles 👍🏻✌🏻

Awesome, awesome cover dude! Neil Peart said that Scott Rockenfield’s drumming inspired him. Scott is one of the many great drummers that just doesn’t get the accolades and attention that he deserves.

Aquiles showing a little versatility here. Aquiles is such a badass drummer.

@jorgepaul5049

2 жыл бұрын

He can play anything but i dare to say hes a heavy drummer not a pop or soft rock drummer!!!

@user-hj8lp8cp6j

2 жыл бұрын

Is the Queenryche pop or soft rock band?? I think rhey not!

Hell of a drummer I believe he was one that tried out for dream theater! Amazing Talent 💪💥🔥✌️

The kit dreams are made of! Really great playing too! 🤘😎🤘

@timupton8215

2 жыл бұрын

It is very impressive. When does he hit the other pieces of the kit?

This was awesome. Seems simple compared to the stuff you normally play however you capture the the feel and all the little things that make a Scott Rockenfield drum part special.

@taylor_imaging

2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking he's taking it easy as well lol

As a long time Queensryche fan, this is phenomenal. Scott Rockenfield is a hard act to follow, he was a pivotal part of the greatness that made Queensryche. The only thing missing is that elusive and mysterious snare drum tone that no one has ever been able to reproduce.

WOW... super skilled drummer and gorgeous drum kit. Color coordinated down to the drum heads, red sneakers, etc. Classic sound and playing style.

Aquiles você é fodaralho! Quando vi que era Queensryche abri na hora. Melhor batera!

@ClevioPontesAdvocaciaCriminal

2 жыл бұрын

Ele não passa de um arrogante do carai.

Had no idea the song was so complex on the kit. Very well done sir!

Aquiles é simplesmente LENDÁRIO quando o termo é cover, não tem outra.

My goodness. Chills and memories. Thank you for this piece.

Saw this tour in 1991 in the old Winnipeg arena. They played operation mindcrime in its entirety and then empire songs, walking the shadows. Best concert that I ever attended!

That was beautiful. I’m a big Jeff Tate and. Queensryche and you freaking nailed it to tote floor. Great memories in my life had Queensryche right there with me. Thanks for the ride down memory lane.

I love his flare. He doesn’t need to play it exactly. He always does his own spin on these great tracks. He’s definitely having a lot of fun.

@craigtheschmeg3253

2 жыл бұрын

That's a fun song to play.

@raymondalvarado4097

2 жыл бұрын

I dont see his own spin. I see a cover.

Excellent, just excellent !!! 😎👍

O som dessa caixa está maravilhoso! Gostaria de ver o Aquiles tocando The Sound of Muzak, do Porcupine Tree. Ela tem uma simplicidade que soa elegante, não sei explicar. Coisas de Gavin Harrison!

Nosso mundo precisa de mais músicas assim direta, simples e objetiva.

That was awesome. LOVE the sound of the Toms. Such amazing depth.

Empire is one of the top rock albums of all time, the crispness of the whole shebang is mind-boggling. Everything has so much sonic space and the band is on fire, love it! Great cover and a beautiful kit.

Dude... everything about this video is amazing. The kit, the color of kit, his matching kicks LOL... the all around tone of the kit is awesome...he's on point, down to the individual hi hat swells in the various part of the track. His technique is virtually flawless.... and that song is my favorite Ryche song so yeah... this made my day! Thank you for posting this!

Cliquei direto assim que li Queensrÿche. Já é automático, nem preciso pensar HAHA Mais uma versão fodida pra conta. Parabéns mestre!

@4:20 One of my favorite drum riffs ever. So well written

@jamescampbell4334

2 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha. I came to the comments to say this. The series of double bass kicks at 4:20 in awesomeness.

@Xch4r3nd4X

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed i keep rewinding that part

I am always amazed at the accuracy of each hit, it's unrealistically cool👍👍👍

I keep watching this over and over, it’s an awesome tune. I got a long way to go but he makes it look so easy

Prime Rÿche is hard to beat. And Scott Rock is one of the best. This was fun to watch, great cover.

Scott rockenfield é um gênio da batera..e o Aquiles quebrou tudo neste cover. Fantástico!!! O Empire é o melhor disco do Queensrÿche.

@DAlan0909

2 жыл бұрын

Operation Mindcrime is hands down their best. It is also one of if not the best progressive metal concept album of all time. Empire was great but OM was stellar.

@barrygerenski6259

2 жыл бұрын

Mindcrime is the best

@NadirTomasiniJunior

2 жыл бұрын

Concordo. O melhor da banda.

@hrojospinkfloyd

Жыл бұрын

El álbum de operation mindcrime es el mejor de QR por mucho. El Empire también es bueno pero más comercial.

That was a real treat! I've been a fan since we'll, I'm 50 so you do the math...now I'm going to go listen to empire....that's like sublime nostalgia...thanks

Beautifully done! The song is amazing and so was this performance! 👌 much respect to Scott too for his chops!

Great song and a great cover.

That snare and kick both sound killer. Queensryche will always be one of my favorite bands. That entire kit is incredibly sick! Looks amazing and sounds sick as hell. Can I vote for him to cover the entire Operation:Mindcrime album?

This just proves you can chew bubble gum and play drums at the same time. 😮 Most AWESOME.

Espectacular ... Muchas Gracias Aquiles !!!!!!

I love this song! Great drumming!💯 your dynamic’s and accenting are impeccable! Can’t wait to hear if you do more songs like this. You rock!💯👍🏼👊🏼😎

Música fantástica, Show !!!

That’s just a beautiful kit! It’s just a work of art and exemplifies the man behind the sticks.

Everything about this is Flawless! The kit....the shoes....the color.... Perfection

You are simply an amazing drummer, amazing drum set and the shoes look really comfortable. I really like the bass drum line in this song. I really hate what Scott is going thru with the band right now. I would love to see and hear some more Rockenfield covers.

Sensacional

Ive seen them 3 times, Las Vegas, Omaha, and the most recent in Nashville with Priest. One of my fav bands ever.

Absolutely amazing performance. I was mesmerized! Beautiful and deep tone with the toms. Love it!

Mostrando que o simples com competência é a essência do hard rock, excelente 🤟

Amo a banda , execução perfeita , leitura perfeita Aquiles, completo !

Wow. The precision is intimidating. The snare and toms in front of it... and bass drum sound awesome. I freaking love it!

As a drummer raised on 70s & 80s rock & roll the view of the drum set from above is heavenly.

Scott Rockenfield é um dos bateristas mais substimado, tanto ele quanto o baixista Eddie Jackson são conhecidos pelo apelido de " One take" e ambos eram uma "cozinha" impressionante. E o Aquiles tocou a bateria original perfeitamente. Ficou incrível , vc fecha os olhos e acha que é o Scott.

Queensrÿche é foda demais!

The snare sounds AMAZING! I love it!

I love this record - end to end.

Incrível, e essa botinha vermelha é show igual quem toca🌻

Sensacional Aquiles, parabéns pelo talento!

Awesome cover Aquiles!! Scott Rockenfield's drum parts tell a story. Each part, is like another chapter in literature which takes you to a climax and conclusion. Thanks for taking us back in time and appreciate this masterpiece again. Obrigado!

Definitely a great drum cover. Aquiles had me from the start. Queensryche is 1 of my favorite bands all time

Essa música é a minha preferida do Queensryche! Até cogitava (tentar) fazer um cover dela, mas depois do mestre aquilão vou deixar quieto 😅

@elielsonandrade2826

2 жыл бұрын

É melhor!!! Rsrsrs

esse E o cara mais profissional que existe no mundo da bateria, uma lenda viva ...aquiles priester

@xandfaccini1070

2 жыл бұрын

Tão profissional que não tirou direito a música do Dream Theater para o teste que fez e Mike Mangini levou !....Mike ouviu, tirou os detalhes entrou na vibe....Aquiles só pediu desculpas e tchau!

@alfhatrader5801

2 жыл бұрын

@@xandfaccini1070 claro, um batera amigo da banda, fica mole ...

@vitorandremirandarosa8057

2 жыл бұрын

Não sei se é o mais pro mas eu sou fãnzaço. Definitivamente é inspiração para qualquer um.

@vitorandremirandarosa8057

2 жыл бұрын

@@xandfaccini1070 O cara foi selecionado para competir entre gigantes. Só chegou até lá por ser pro. Eu assisti a saga. Nem todos tocaram perfeitamente e são gigantes. Quer melhor exemplo do que Thomas Lang? E outra, nesse episódio ou fase da carreira de cada um dos envolvidos, incluindo a banda, e pelo que eu assisti - e pode ter havido cortes - que não vimos, o que a banda procurava não era apenas um cara que reproduzisse fielmente nota a nota as criações de Portnoy ou a vibe. Veja o caso de Minnerman. Em fim, não se trata aqui de passar pano, mas penso que seu comentário é desnecessário, nocivo e beira a inveja, com todo o respeito.

@07jr.15

2 жыл бұрын

@@xandfaccini1070 , a inveja é um câncer.

so solid. EVERY single note is planned and placed. Inspiration delight.

Reminds me of my favorite jet city woman, My kids mom! Love love Cat!

That kick drum after the solo, besides Tom Sawyer best thing ever recorded!! Where do I get those shoes!!

@marcosmunoz3385

2 жыл бұрын

That's what I'm trying to figure out

This was amazing. I have deeply embedded memories of Queensryche and particularly this song. I'll never forget the offbeat china cymbals at the very end. Always my favorite part. I recall reading the Empire drums were recorded in an airplane hangar. They are the most epic sounding drums from that era as far as I'm concerned - not even comparable to much else really. And of course the playing, songwriting, and singing was on another level with Queensryche. You nailed this. Very inspiring. Now I need to listen to what I always thought might've been the best few minutes of music recorded in the 90s, at least that I was familiar with: the long version of Anybody Listening?

They would lucky to have you. Your kit sounds so good. Much love and respect from Baltimore as always.

NICE JOB!!! ONE OF MY FAVORITE SONGS. LOVE IT!!

Шикарно!!!!

Você pediu pra gente comentar alguma música que temos curiosidade de ouvir/ver você tocando. Eyes of stranger

@Filmetal7

2 жыл бұрын

Ia ser foda hein...

@ajgianini

2 жыл бұрын

Essa música é PHODA

@JRMJr99

2 жыл бұрын

I second this request!! Eyes of a Stranger cover would be epic!!

@xandfaccini1070

2 жыл бұрын

Só não pode mandar ele tocarmúsica do Dream Theater, senão ferrou......rs

@HocusPocusFocus69

2 жыл бұрын

Such an amazing drum song!

Wow....bro!! Whew....you nailed it and I love your power! I play alot like you with power. Well done!!!

Phoda!! Queesnsryche, my band of prog.favorite. Congrats great performance.🥁👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

Wow, unfortunately I'm not musicly inclined but I can appreciate talent.

Esse Aquiles é foda queria ver ele tocando Sole survivor - Helloween

@ajgianini

2 жыл бұрын

Bem lembrado, esse som é PHODA pra caralho...

@brunofranca3718

2 жыл бұрын

Eagle Fly Free tbm é monstra!!!

Cool to watch/hear you play this type of song - thanks for sharing

Essa música é top demais, o Aquiles sempre mostra o porquê de praticar estudar tanto, essa música não é para qualquer um. Esse álbum é um dos grandes clássicos do início dos anos 90

I praise GOD I'm saved and going to Heaven. Please pray for me Nathan and my family in JESUS NAME Amen.

WOW!!!...just...WOW...could watch this all day and I'm not even a drummer...(bass player here)

Flipping Awesome! That is so solid! Love your stuff!

I took a QR cassette tape to school with me in 1984 and nobody knew who they were. Still here today. Great cover indeed!

👏 Bravo that was awesome 🤩 first time viewer and subscriber. Jet ✈️ city woman is one of my favorite songs ever

I just came across this video yesterday....been about 5 years since I saw your videos, and for the longest time I couldn't remember your name....so here you are and I'm glad I found this video.....now that I know how to save videos, I will start a list of yours.....

80s hair bands are the best. Best era of music ever. Love that drum kit

This was a treat!!! I loved playing this album on drums. The accents are in just the right areas!!!!!!