Another drummer pointed out that the amazing thing was how Nandi kept the rhythm, tempo and timing during a live performance. They said it was one thing to play a cover from a recording, which is perfect every time. But playing a song live is a different kettle of fish. They said Nandi played those drums like she was the original drummer on the album. Kudos to Dave Grohl and Taylor Hawkins for giving us this most satisfying conclusion to the drum battle with Nandi.
I agree. There are people who can play and often you can tell they do so in a bubble. I think most of Nandi's siblings play and she works at playing with others. It's a huge deal to be asked to play ALONG with the band. They all treat her like a professional and she lives up to that. She has a great talent and she works hard at it. I think she's gonna go far in whatever she wants to do. Shout to the whole family Bushell!
@@cathe8282 She has a little brother who plays guitar with her. Her dad plays. Nandi started on drums at age 5 and now at 11 plays drums, guitar, bass, keyboards, and sax. The kid blows me away. She’s on her way to an amazing life in music.
You can tell how good she is by watching the other band members. In the beginning you can tell that they are holding back, making sure Nandi is fine. That changes quickly and they all start rocking out, knowing she got this. She totally carries the band. Absolutely amazing.
Dude....I have loved seeing the top dogs go all out on your channel, but this one. This one was on a different level. You nailed it on the head, "if you don't get goosebumps.." I got chills during that ending. Such a great moment in time. Especially because of her Dad screaming. Being a Dad myself to a 7 year old daughter, I could understand how proud he must be. So good.
You know what else I love about this? The guy screaming his guts out is Nandi’s dad. What a great moment for him to see his daughter shine, and to be there to support her. ❤️
They were her drum sticks she had dropped on the stage. If you watch other videos she drops her drum sticks like she was doing a mic drop. Taylor picked them up and she threw one of them into the crowd and kept the other.
I was at this show. In the pit right in front of Dave. It was the final song of the night, but there was no encore. The Foo’s just do one long ass set. Nandi killed it! It was so epic
Mike Did the crowd cheer for her really loud when she first walked onto the stage? I’m asking to see if the crowd had recognized who she was prior to playing.
This girl is incredible, she looks so small when she is standing with Dave and once she sits on the drums she transforms into a giant with perfect timing and an energy that is spectacular, you stop thinking that she is only 11 years old ..
I really appreciate your comments and enthusiasm about Nandi, Dave and the band! You had the same mind blown, totally thrilled for Nandi reaction I did!! 😊
You're reaction to her is perfect. Everyone I've seen react to her, who is also a musician, has the same reaction halfway through. Because we thrive for our music, because its so ingrained within us, whenever we witness another musician absorbed in the moment and passion, we feel it. We've been there. We know how she's feeling. Feeling free. Feeling weightless. Feeling in control. It's overwhelming yet light. I cried the first time too, and still get emotional every time I see this again and again. I know you felt what I did. We witnessed something amazing. I don't see her as just a talented kid. She's a fellow musician to me.
After watching it several times what struck me hard was two things: her complete and utter joy and just how insanely relaxed she was. Tempo was perfect, the excitement didn’t push her. Her enthusiasm becomes infectious toward the end when the rest of the band gets into it too. She nailed it precisely. She will be a huge star.
She's just a born pro...no doubt about it. Will be interesting to see where she lands in a few years. Will also be interesting to see what she can write for herself. It's one thing to be able to cover a song exceptionally well, and an entirely different skill to be able to come up with your own killer drum parts...which drums to hit during the fills, where to put the accents, where to incorporate rests, etc. Not everyone is a Neil Peart or Danny Carey or Taylor Hawkins...or David Grohl for that matter.
@@RaymondBCrisp i'm a little late in responding here but watch the lesson/jam she did with Chad Smith and Gregg Bissonette. They show how much she already knows, they give her guidance in improving her listening and in extending her skills to new contexts, but then they end with a round of Trading Fours, passing improv. Shes a bit nervous because of course improv is such a different skill than technical ability but you see how important it is for synthesis, growth, integrating skills, becoming more skillful in expression. She does great but it does show what you are talking about, that a place for growth (for all of us) is to stop worrying about what is good or bad and just play and trust
Nothing wrong with pointing out that she has improved as a drummer. It shows that she is dedicated and works hard. I'm so happy that this happened, and that she absolutely killed it. Dave Grohl is a true gentleman. Crazy times we live in, that rockstars are now positive role models.
A mate of mine said: "the 16ths are a bit sloppy and the snare is late in the first verse particularly, but it sounds like crud so maybe she just couldn't hear what was going on. That's probably why they stopped completely to reset in the middle of the song. Then Dave Grohl walks up to her and starts playing so she can *see* the timing of his guitar line and get the rest of the song right. You can play all the right notes and still sound like shit - playing *as a band* is the important bit. And I don't think the rest of the band played the song particularly well either." Bitter much? I thought that was a bit overly-critical IMHO. Who else can play that well at ten or eleven for fucks sake!
@@VauxhallViva1975 Or maybe they stopped there because they almost always stop there when they perform it live for the dynamic element at the end of a set?
@@bench2346 YES! I went and listened to other live versions, and you are 100% correct - that was normal. Some people can be really overly-critical, but I have not bothered to point this out to my chum. They would find some other thing wrong. I just won't link them to any more of Nandi's stuff, which is s shame.
@@VauxhallViva1975 I appreciate the follow up. I don't understand how anyone can be critical. It's not a Juliard interview, after all. The confluence of things that need to take place to make this moment happen -- Dave and FF being incredible human beings, Nandi at age 11 not only being a massive talent on drums but also having the gift to entertain and feel comfortable doing so, Nandi's parents encouraging her and supporting her to pursue her dreams. I cry everytime when I watch this video because it's so many amazing and rare things happening all at once. I'm not going to fault ppl for wanting to react critically, but this is simply a beautiful moment to me.
@@bench2346 Exactly. In the end it's Dave Grohl with the FF that got Nandi all the way from the UK to the USA to play with them. The promise was that when FF would play again in the UK she would be invited. But this is SO much cooler and insane, this is what all the fans of Nandi and Dave Grohl wanted to see. And so it happened. I know there ain't such a thing as a free lunch in the music industry, but I really hope FF can somehow keep helping Nandi with advice and connections for the coming years. She has an enormous fanbase already, something not many get at her age. But she is also very touching to many, the way she combines cuteness, skill and entertainment without blinking an eye is truly something for sure. Public speaking is one of the most scary things for adults. Imagine what drumming for thousands of people during a concert is. It's probably twice as scary.
The very visible transformation from a shy 11yo walking onto the stage to a fearless rock drummer the moment she gets behind the kit is so awesome to see, her entire demeanor changes. This kid is born to play drums and she also plays guitar, bass, keys and sax..
There is killing it, and then there is killing it in front of 20,000 people at The Forum with Dave Grohl playing you in. Her everlong video was something else, but this is a whole different level. I think Nandi has a rare superpower that allows her to just feel pure joy behind the kit and melt away the pressures of the world, she just locked in as soon as Dave started playing. Man, just awe inspiring.
She started YOUNG and this allowed her to get to this level while her muscles ALLOW FOR SUCH SPEED. Muscles can only ever "gain in strength", but when they do they lose in speed.
I've said it before in the comments for a couple of the other compilations of this performance, but it's worth repeating - you've got Taylor Hawkins looking over your shoulder, and Dave Grohl out in front of you - there are pro drummers that would not have done as well as this ELEVEN year old did had you dropped them into the same situation. Her performance here is almost beyond words 😊
1. You don't know that. Don't wanna be that kind os a**hole but she ain't that tight on the hihats (but in the context of the performance it doesn't matter). 2. Age is relevant until it isn't. There are way too many examples of child prodigies who did not turn out well (actually more than the opposite). Though I hope she'll have great success because she's a good drummer.
@@FuturCrayon 1. in regard to her hihat work she is absolutely spot on with very good technique. She flexes her wrists just like you should in order to not overwork your shoulder. If she appears out of time on some shots it's because these are numerous shots from personal phones stitched together and don't always line up with the audio. 2. it's one thing to be considered a prodigy at something. It's something completely else to be thrust out on stage in front of 50K people and hang in the pocket with a bunch of professional musicians like she did. Many so called prodigies sound amazing at home or in a studio or classroom setting, but can't make the transition to playing live with other musicians like she can
Andrew, you're right there with so many of the rest of us when you said "I didn't expect to get emotional..." but wow - tears of pure joy at the sheer wonderfulness of this fantastic young person KILLING IT ... just wow.
I had to put on my glasses to write this and for some reason they're all steamed up . As a 53 year old father and drummer I think I'm allowed to get moved by this ! Thank you Andrew. Peace and love brother 👍🏻☮❤
im late to this but i wonder if you can point out a few of those moments- I keep trying to watch to find them but I get engrossed in the music and miss it each time!
nevermind i finally found one- that look says EVERYTHING they are into it. and when she screams there is a clear shift in the band from "wow she's a good child who is our guest" to "she's part of the band and let's make rock"
Absolutely fills me with pure joy. Her talent is just so natural, and she is just so dedicated. And this darling girl plays bass, electric guitar, sax (and more)....and works a Looper like a pro. My face hurts from smiling. Great reaction 😀
Andrew, I am so elated to see you get emotional over this video. I kid you not, I cry tears of joy everytime I watch this video too. It is the happiest thing I have seen in years.
And..she’s not just a drummer..she plays several instruments and she sings..there’s just no telling where she’ll end up! I was a symphony brass soloist for 25 years, disabled now, this girl almost had me buying a drum set just for fun..and yes..I tear up whenever I watch her cover this..
I have seen her do this so many times. I cried every time and she absolutely was the real deal. This has not gotten old. She is serious and passionate and let’s watch this story unfold. She deserves to be where she is!
I've probably watched this 50 times - and every time tearing up. When she's crossing from the backstage she stops for a second and takes a deep breath like "wow, this is really happening." I saw Rush's final gig there at the Forum, I cant even imagine how the adrenaline would be pumping thru her at that point. There are performances where in 30-50 years' time people will still be talking about, Beethoven's 9th Ode to Freedom conducted by Leonard Bernstein when the Berlin Wall fell is one (also on TH-cam); this one is another one. She displayed amazing technical chops; and I hope that she has a whole support structure around her to keep her motivated, and grounded. When Dad is screaming, that's like when I am tearing up watching my 13 y/o daughter just nail a singing part in a school play, I just get so emotional and I cant help it. Keep it up Nandi!
Me too. I can't watch that kind of talent and not tear up. Especially when it is an 11 year old. She is incredible. I know adult, professional drummers that won't touch that song.
I loved seeing this happen, there are probably thousands of young musicians out there who were inspired by this. Imagine how many awesome drummers there are going to be who might never have realized their passion if it wasn't for this.
Recognizing how cool Dave is... He GETS it! He gets what her energy and attitude and ability means. He understands how encouraging this is to young people considering their own abilities as musicians. Absolutely mind blowing! It warms my heart to think of what this means to people all over. Fantastic moment for everyone involved.
That’s what makes this so awesome… she absolutely CRUSHED it! Close your eyes and tell me you can hear a difference between her and Taylor! The crowd got a real treat that night!!!
When I saw this I actually cried. So happy for Nandi! You can really see how much it means to her and that's what makes it amazing. And we can't forget about Dave. He's the best!
There's definitely a very good audience-perspective recording of this with way better audio. She absolutely killed it. Mad props to everyone in the band for doing this. The epitome of class.
@@AndrewRooneyDrums Despite only having 50k views at the moment, this seems to be the version with the best quality: th-cam.com/video/YESj6WnSGfM/w-d-xo.html
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You HAVE to go check out other videos of this event! There are some that have amazing perspectives, most have great audio. Watch Dave's full lead-up and intro, it tells the story so well. Then re-watch and catch all of the little things, like Taylor watching with a grin from behind his kit throughout the song, the instant toss of the stick at the break, the "mic drop" of her drumsticks as she walks down, Dave's amazed and delighted reaction to Nandi's triumphant, arms in the air wave to the crowd; no fear, no intimidation. She owned that crowd. Then there's her choice to wear Dave's signature red plaid shirt to drum with him, and his subtle acknowledgement of it on stage. Just the perfect fit of the song itself to the situation, when she chose it she could have never known nor picked a better one. There is more every time you watch it. I can't get enough. It's really amazing to see such a heart warming reward for such an amazing girl. Dave is my new hero. Here's a good clip with the full introduction. Well worth the watch: th-cam.com/video/xJHvRUznEUw/w-d-xo.html This one has the stick flip on the break, the "mic drop", and a lot more, with a good angle and audio: th-cam.com/video/aTzeg1699UM/w-d-xo.html
Although I’m not a huge Foo Fighters fan, this is one of my fave songs and I love Dave Grohl. I could watch this so many times. I feel like he’s the golden retriever of the rock world-just a generally happy and positive individual. And he has 3 daughters, he’s the perfect roll model for Nandi.
I'm not a drummer but I noticed the clever nuances like opening the hi-hat at the end of the verse to increase intensity. Her fearlessness is what stands out for me, I mean, a 17,000 crowd expecting a professional standard performance. Then there's the sheer power she gets into the snare and tom combo and if that's not enough the timing (as you said) is immaculate. And if that's not enough, she lets out those screams which are a joy to behold. The band are, of course, gob-smacked. I feel like I've been watching a magic trick, a really powerful 20-something professional playing in a tiny 11 year old frame, and I don't know how it's done.
@@AndrewRooneyDrums Love your analysis, BTW, and you capture the occasion very well. The drone is guitar feedback, a guitar has been left propped up against a speaker.
Nandi has come such a long way from playing a few bars of a song then running out of juice. Her endurance is awesome now! Even Yoyoka Soma admits to feeling tired after playing a similar 16ths hi-hat pattern at only(!) 144 bpm (see her recent jam session with drummer Bobo). I'd also like to mention that Nandi and Yoyoka follow each other on IG, and Nandi has told Yoyoka she's an inspiration. So, if Nandi has picked up some of Yoyoka's efficiency by watching her play(?), that is a wonderful thing, and what it's all about, really. Cross-pollination at its best.
I was SOOO happy to see I wasn't the only grown man who got a tad "misty" watching her perform....She was just incredible and her future is incredibly bright!
Yeah I've been a drummer for 30 years and I have played some big stages... and playing a stage like that is a whole different experience...big stages can feel like a train wreck when you are not used to it. I was blown away by how naturally she played on a big stage.
So much respect for the Foo Fighters for fulfilling the dream of this young girl. So many musicians will never get the opportunity to play in front of this many people, yet along play in front of this many people with the Foo Fighters!
The thing is how much she loves it. She just breathes drums. She smiles the harder it is. She knows what it means when she kills it. She screams and smiles and holds her mouth open, holds her sticks dramatically. oh she's just enjoyable.
Good music and talented musicians get me every time, but this girl is from another planet altogether! I tear up every time I listen to her, and she's just a joy to watch as well. Can´t wait to see what her future has in store...
Never played a drum in my life, but damn if she isn’t so inspiring. Teared up throughout. What a moment not just for her, but for everyone there in the arena. Hearing her Dad screaming in the moment just really hits hard. We need more of this right now in the world. Will be following her to the end of my days.
What a prodigy! The best thing I ever saw on u tube. I seriously had tears in my eyes at the end and goosebumps from the start. Thank you Dave grill for letting her do this with you. Truly amazing.
She also has a video on her channel where she's given a specific drum kit as a present from Lenny Kravitz and Nate Smith!! And another well known rocker gifted her a very special guitar. ALL the best rockers out there know who Nandi is.
She is super talented and seems like a great kid - I was very happy for her. Mainly I love Dave Grohl for giving her this opportunity - and making it so much fun. Such a good dude. The crowd loved it - so it was a good strategic move too.
I saw this kid for the first time tonight on a Foo Fighters video and have been watching a bunch of her videos. Her enthusiasm is amazing and it is impossible not to be blown away by her skill and cuteness. I also feel proud she is British and to see we will actually have some great artists in the future. I thought kids all wanted to be tiktok stars not rock gods.
She's driving the rest of the band in this outing. It's amazing! Her timing is better than my watch. And the screaming, getting her demons out, holy cow!!!
Andrew I completely agree this moment it watching really struck me and I was also caught completely off guard by emotion that I felt watching this incredible and talented young lady perform at such a high level. This song is not for the faint as I have heard from friends that you MUST be an athlete to perform this well, and Nandi just killed it!! My hope is this Nandi will continue to shine and help bring people together to listen to her perform live.
I have watched this probably a hundred times, and have become emotional every time. And Dave Grohl is one of the greatest humans alive today. There are tons of fan shot videos that are actually better view and sound that you can watch. Those are the best for seeing Nandi's face and her screams. Great reaction.
Been drumming two year now, tried to play this, extremely difficult. Been watching her from the beginning. Hard not to get emotional with happy tears for this girl
I feel ya...........the water works were flowing over here!! !!. Massive moment that give me THE most joyful feeling. Makes you forget about all the bad stuff for a moment, and just immerse in the goodness! :-) .......Dave's definitely a good dude ;:-)
I've seen this so many times and I'm in tears, again. Had to sub. Excellent video by the way, love your use of movie clips. Look forward to checking your channel out.
@@AndrewRooneyDrums This video is the reason I subbed too - an excellent analysis from someone who obviously loves music. I saw the Learn To Fly reaction and the further development of her drumming is astonishing! As you said, she is a Pro. Greetings from the UK (are you guys really upside down?)
I actually shed a teer seeing this young girls dreams come true. Yeah, she's been in Zen Phone 8 commercial, Cartoon Network, etc. But this has to be over the top for her!! 🤟
This is different. This is full-on grown-up rock & roll with a world class band on a real stage with a packed house. It’s a fantasy dream come true for anyone who plays and she and Dave made it happen. The best part is that she earned it.
I am not even really a fan of Foo Fighters but there is no denying how incredible of a human being Dave Grohl is. His back and forth with Nandi is only one of a handful of acts of kindness I've seen from him.
The only thing I love more than her playing is the absolute joy it clearly gives her. Music's lucky to have her, and she's lucky to have discovered a massive passion so early in life. I love a good love story
You're right about that drum speed. I don't drum but just trying to do it in the air I couldn't get past the first set and I believe you do it three times in this song. When you see her grimace, it's real. It hurts, but she does it.
I now know how the Grinch tat stole Christmas felt like at the end of the story, his heart expanded so much. Nandi gladdens my heart. What a lovely child. Andrew, you are correct, she has an immense future ahead of her. Especially if she continues to learn other instruments, bass, guitar, and piano. She crushed it!
Truly epic for Nandi. Step up from her TV appearance on Ellen and jamming with Lenny Kravitz. Dreams come true. Loved hearing her dad screaming it up in the background.
AH! ANDREW! YOU MADE ME (US) SO HAPPY!!!!! BECAUSE NANDI MAKES US SO HAPPY!!!!! AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! She screamed at the last! Look at other versions!!!!!!
She absolutely crushed this performance. She's probably still coming down from that high. What an amazing experience for her at her age and us getting to watch her begin the next phase in her development as an upcoming musician.
This might be the best thing ever, in the history of things.
Watch all the other videos between har and Dave Grohl
There are a lot of other views on TH-cam
Amen!!!
I would love it if you check out her other videos with her and Dave Grohl
This has always been one of my favorite drum songs 🤘
Another drummer pointed out that the amazing thing was how Nandi kept the rhythm, tempo and timing during a live performance. They said it was one thing to play a cover from a recording, which is perfect every time. But playing a song live is a different kettle of fish. They said Nandi played those drums like she was the original drummer on the album. Kudos to Dave Grohl and Taylor Hawkins for giving us this most satisfying conclusion to the drum battle with Nandi.
I agree. There are people who can play and often you can tell they do so in a bubble. I think most of Nandi's siblings play and she works at playing with others. It's a huge deal to be asked to play ALONG with the band. They all treat her like a professional and she lives up to that. She has a great talent and she works hard at it. I think she's gonna go far in whatever she wants to do. Shout to the whole family Bushell!
@@cathe8282 She has a little brother who plays guitar with her. Her dad plays. Nandi started on drums at age 5 and now at 11 plays drums, guitar, bass, keyboards, and sax. The kid blows me away. She’s on her way to an amazing life in music.
You can tell how good she is by watching the other band members. In the beginning you can tell that they are holding back, making sure Nandi is fine. That changes quickly and they all start rocking out, knowing she got this. She totally carries the band. Absolutely amazing.
Why is playing "live" different?
@@krystennawomack9724 Adrenaline, it's different to play in the comfort of your own home.
I'm a 51 yr old drummer, guitarist, singer songwriter and, this reduces me to tears every time. As Andrew said, it's overwhelming.
I cry every time.
I was at this concert. One of the coolest things I've ever seen live. I still get goosebumps every time I rewatch her performance.
Dude....I have loved seeing the top dogs go all out on your channel, but this one. This one was on a different level. You nailed it on the head, "if you don't get goosebumps.." I got chills during that ending. Such a great moment in time. Especially because of her Dad screaming. Being a Dad myself to a 7 year old daughter, I could understand how proud he must be. So good.
My Son is 7! Having kids makes this a whole different experience
Listening to her dad go bananas at the end was priceless.
You know what else I love about this? The guy screaming his guts out is Nandi’s dad. What a great moment for him to see his daughter shine, and to be there to support her. ❤️
In the end, when Taylor Hawkins gives her sticks to throw to the audience - she asks to keep the last. I loved it!
I love that!!!
They were her drum sticks she had dropped on the stage. If you watch other videos she drops her drum sticks like she was doing a mic drop. Taylor picked them up and she threw one of them into the crowd and kept the other.
That was so cute....it was, "Yeah, I just rocked out like a Rockstar, here are my sticks!!!! But I am also a fan, so I need to keep one as a momento!"
I loved that. Such a sweet moment.
She actually kept it for her little brother……he cried (with joy, of course) 🥰
That is one proud dad yelling with pride and excitement for his babygirl Nandi.
100% Andrea!
I was at this show. In the pit right in front of Dave. It was the final song of the night, but there was no encore. The Foo’s just do one long ass set. Nandi killed it! It was so epic
How awesome for you!
Lucky you that you were there! Do you think a lot of people bought tickets for this show BECAUSE Nandi was coming as well from the UK?
Mike
Did the crowd cheer for her really loud when she first walked onto the stage? I’m asking to see if the crowd had recognized who she was prior to playing.
Oh man! Lucky you. I have never been a huge Foo Fighters fan, I am now.
You are so lucky and I am so envious this you got to experience this live!
This girl is incredible, she looks so small when she is standing with Dave and once she sits on the drums she transforms into a giant with perfect timing and an energy that is spectacular, you stop thinking that she is only 11 years old ..
Sounds massive like Yoyoka
I really appreciate your comments and enthusiasm about Nandi, Dave and the band! You had the same mind blown, totally thrilled for Nandi reaction I did!! 😊
Yoyoka is also amazing. I am not sure who's the best drummer of the two, A drum-off between Nandi and Yoyoka would be amazing.
You're reaction to her is perfect. Everyone I've seen react to her, who is also a musician, has the same reaction halfway through. Because we thrive for our music, because its so ingrained within us, whenever we witness another musician absorbed in the moment and passion, we feel it. We've been there. We know how she's feeling. Feeling free. Feeling weightless. Feeling in control. It's overwhelming yet light. I cried the first time too, and still get emotional every time I see this again and again. I know you felt what I did. We witnessed something amazing. I don't see her as just a talented kid. She's a fellow musician to me.
Love her! And love the passion
Music saves our soul from the reality of life.
After watching it several times what struck me hard was two things: her complete and utter joy and just how insanely relaxed she was. Tempo was perfect, the excitement didn’t push her. Her enthusiasm becomes infectious toward the end when the rest of the band gets into it too. She nailed it precisely. She will be a huge star.
She's just a born pro...no doubt about it. Will be interesting to see where she lands in a few years. Will also be interesting to see what she can write for herself. It's one thing to be able to cover a song exceptionally well, and an entirely different skill to be able to come up with your own killer drum parts...which drums to hit during the fills, where to put the accents, where to incorporate rests, etc. Not everyone is a Neil Peart or Danny Carey or Taylor Hawkins...or David Grohl for that matter.
@@RaymondBCrisp Here is an original song - part of their battle. I dont think anyone expected this. th-cam.com/video/bOhxf6mBp7A/w-d-xo.html
@@RaymondBCrisp i'm a little late in responding here but watch the lesson/jam she did with Chad Smith and Gregg Bissonette. They show how much she already knows, they give her guidance in improving her listening and in extending her skills to new contexts, but then they end with a round of Trading Fours, passing improv. Shes a bit nervous because of course improv is such a different skill than technical ability but you see how important it is for synthesis, growth, integrating skills, becoming more skillful in expression. She does great but it does show what you are talking about, that a place for growth (for all of us) is to stop worrying about what is good or bad and just play and trust
Nothing wrong with pointing out that she has improved as a drummer. It shows that she is dedicated and works hard. I'm so happy that this happened, and that she absolutely killed it. Dave Grohl is a true gentleman. Crazy times we live in, that rockstars are now positive role models.
A mate of mine said: "the 16ths are a bit sloppy and the snare is late in the first verse particularly, but it sounds like crud so maybe she just couldn't hear what was going on. That's probably why they stopped completely to reset in the middle of the song. Then Dave Grohl walks up to her and starts playing so she can *see* the timing of his guitar line and get the rest of the song right. You can play all the right notes and still sound like shit - playing *as a band* is the important bit. And I don't think the rest of the band played the song particularly well either." Bitter much? I thought that was a bit overly-critical IMHO. Who else can play that well at ten or eleven for fucks sake!
@@VauxhallViva1975 Or maybe they stopped there because they almost always stop there when they perform it live for the dynamic element at the end of a set?
@@bench2346 YES! I went and listened to other live versions, and you are 100% correct - that was normal. Some people can be really overly-critical, but I have not bothered to point this out to my chum. They would find some other thing wrong. I just won't link them to any more of Nandi's stuff, which is s shame.
@@VauxhallViva1975 I appreciate the follow up. I don't understand how anyone can be critical. It's not a Juliard interview, after all. The confluence of things that need to take place to make this moment happen -- Dave and FF being incredible human beings, Nandi at age 11 not only being a massive talent on drums but also having the gift to entertain and feel comfortable doing so, Nandi's parents encouraging her and supporting her to pursue her dreams. I cry everytime when I watch this video because it's so many amazing and rare things happening all at once. I'm not going to fault ppl for wanting to react critically, but this is simply a beautiful moment to me.
@@bench2346 Exactly. In the end it's Dave Grohl with the FF that got Nandi all the way from the UK to the USA to play with them. The promise was that when FF would play again in the UK she would be invited. But this is SO much cooler and insane, this is what all the fans of Nandi and Dave Grohl wanted to see. And so it happened. I know there ain't such a thing as a free lunch in the music industry, but I really hope FF can somehow keep helping Nandi with advice and connections for the coming years. She has an enormous fanbase already, something not many get at her age. But she is also very touching to many, the way she combines cuteness, skill and entertainment without blinking an eye is truly something for sure. Public speaking is one of the most scary things for adults. Imagine what drumming for thousands of people during a concert is. It's probably twice as scary.
The very visible transformation from a shy 11yo walking onto the stage to a fearless rock drummer the moment she gets behind the kit is so awesome to see, her entire demeanor changes. This kid is born to play drums and she also plays guitar, bass, keys and sax..
I'm glad I'm not the only one who tears up watching this. It's so inspirational, and we're watching history being made.
There is killing it, and then there is killing it in front of 20,000 people at The Forum with Dave Grohl playing you in. Her everlong video was something else, but this is a whole different level. I think Nandi has a rare superpower that allows her to just feel pure joy behind the kit and melt away the pressures of the world, she just locked in as soon as Dave started playing. Man, just awe inspiring.
She started YOUNG and this allowed her to get to this level while her muscles ALLOW FOR SUCH SPEED. Muscles can only ever "gain in strength", but when they do they lose in speed.
Hell yea. I get nervous reading to my class.
I've said it before in the comments for a couple of the other compilations of this performance, but it's worth repeating - you've got Taylor Hawkins looking over your shoulder, and Dave Grohl out in front of you - there are pro drummers that would not have done as well as this ELEVEN year old did had you dropped them into the same situation. Her performance here is almost beyond words 😊
1. You don't know that. Don't wanna be that kind os a**hole but she ain't that tight on the hihats (but in the context of the performance it doesn't matter).
2. Age is relevant until it isn't. There are way too many examples of child prodigies who did not turn out well (actually more than the opposite).
Though I hope she'll have great success because she's a good drummer.
@@FuturCrayon 1. in regard to her hihat work she is absolutely spot on with very good technique. She flexes her wrists just like you should in order to not overwork your shoulder. If she appears out of time on some shots it's because these are numerous shots from personal phones stitched together and don't always line up with the audio.
2. it's one thing to be considered a prodigy at something. It's something completely else to be thrust out on stage in front of 50K people and hang in the pocket with a bunch of professional musicians like she did. Many so called prodigies sound amazing at home or in a studio or classroom setting, but can't make the transition to playing live with other musicians like she can
Andrew, you're right there with so many of the rest of us when you said "I didn't expect to get emotional..." but wow - tears of pure joy at the sheer wonderfulness of this fantastic young person KILLING IT ... just wow.
I was there and saw it live. She stole the hearts of everyone in the whole arena! Nandi Rocks! I felt like I witnessed a star being born!😎❤️
I had to put on my glasses to write this and for some reason they're all steamed up .
As a 53 year old father and drummer I think I'm allowed to get moved by this !
Thank you Andrew.
Peace and love brother 👍🏻☮❤
Beautiful.
Power of music
Agreed 100%. 👍🏽
I love that a few times Pat Smear looks over at the dad (who is filming) just understanding how big that moment is.
im late to this but i wonder if you can point out a few of those moments- I keep trying to watch to find them but I get engrossed in the music and miss it each time!
nevermind i finally found one- that look says EVERYTHING they are into it. and when she screams there is a clear shift in the band from "wow she's a good child who is our guest" to "she's part of the band and let's make rock"
So glad to hear a teacher say she nailed it. Because she DID !!!!!!!!!
Indeed Arnold! 💯
@@AndrewRooneyDrums + Thank you. Her Dad is so PROUD.
@@AndrewRooneyDrums + Hope you got to see it from behind. She is good !!
If you don't cry watching this, you just don't get it. Everytime I watch this I tear up and I feel so much joy!! Nandi is awesome!!!
Absolutely fills me with pure joy. Her talent is just so natural, and she is just so dedicated. And this darling girl plays bass, electric guitar, sax (and more)....and works a Looper like a pro. My face hurts from smiling. Great reaction 😀
Andrew, I am so elated to see you get emotional over this video. I kid you not, I cry tears of joy everytime I watch this video too. It is the happiest thing I have seen in years.
And..she’s not just a drummer..she plays several instruments and she sings..there’s just no telling where she’ll end up! I was a symphony brass soloist for 25 years, disabled now, this girl almost had me buying a drum set just for fun..and yes..I tear up whenever I watch her cover this..
Let me tell you something man I am 39 years old an was wiping tears from my cheeks after the video
Seen the video from the front camera's and she was so good,Birth of a star,yes you are correct 👍
I have seen her do this so many times. I cried every time and she absolutely was the real deal. This has not gotten old. She is serious and passionate and let’s watch this story unfold. She deserves to be where she is!
Amazing! Young lady is very talented, and has a hell of a future ahead of her, all her hard hard work paying off for her that's great!🤘
I've probably watched this 50 times - and every time tearing up. When she's crossing from the backstage she stops for a second and takes a deep breath like "wow, this is really happening." I saw Rush's final gig there at the Forum, I cant even imagine how the adrenaline would be pumping thru her at that point. There are performances where in 30-50 years' time people will still be talking about, Beethoven's 9th Ode to Freedom conducted by Leonard Bernstein when the Berlin Wall fell is one (also on TH-cam); this one is another one. She displayed amazing technical chops; and I hope that she has a whole support structure around her to keep her motivated, and grounded. When Dad is screaming, that's like when I am tearing up watching my 13 y/o daughter just nail a singing part in a school play, I just get so emotional and I cant help it. Keep it up Nandi!
Me too.
I can't watch that kind of talent and not tear up. Especially when it is an 11 year old. She is incredible. I know adult, professional drummers that won't touch that song.
I am almost always crying on this song. And that girl is just... amazing. I need to gather parts of my body from the floor right now.
Yes!
Yes, and 11 year old girl played drums for the biggest band in the world at the LA Forum. Just let that sink in.
I loved seeing this happen, there are probably thousands of young musicians out there who were inspired by this. Imagine how many awesome drummers there are going to be who might never have realized their passion if it wasn't for this.
Dave said he wouldn’t bring her out til the end because she would steal the show
HAHA! Yup!!!
I keep trying to get more people to reach to this, I think it should just blow up the internet!❤️
He knows what side his bread is buttered on, LOL
Smart man. How do you follow up that performance?
I saw this a few days ago and it made me cry. So great to see her so excited to play and learn!!!
This is a tear jerker Ted. Feel good clip of the year
Recognizing how cool Dave is... He GETS it! He gets what her energy and attitude and ability means. He understands how encouraging this is to young people considering their own abilities as musicians. Absolutely mind blowing! It warms my heart to think of what this means to people all over. Fantastic moment for everyone involved.
Absolutely Malcolm!
That’s what makes this so awesome… she absolutely CRUSHED it! Close your eyes and tell me you can hear a difference between her and Taylor! The crowd got a real treat that night!!!
She's great. I love the energy she puts into her performance. Those roars in the outro are a signature of hers, as is the stick drop at the end :D
Awesome Harry!
@@AndrewRooneyDrums Here's a good one with loads of different angles. th-cam.com/video/ildwhc9F22Q/w-d-xo.html
I'am a big bearded 40yr old mechanic..
I have tears of Happiness!
This is amazing!
How can you not be moved!? Feel good vid of the year
Dave is THE legend of music today. Such an amazing human being. ❤
Agree 💯👌
When I saw this I actually cried. So happy for Nandi! You can really see how much it means to her and that's what makes it amazing. And we can't forget about Dave. He's the best!
Very cool of Grohl to do this, but let's not forget how cool her parents are for fully supporting her talent. She's a star!
100% Chad!
There's definitely a very good audience-perspective recording of this with way better audio. She absolutely killed it. Mad props to everyone in the band for doing this. The epitome of class.
Another view on the way!
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My father in law is a professional drummer with a bunch of drummer friends and they are all blown away by Nandi!
We all are Elizabeth!
I thought I was weird for tearing up at this stuff. Glad I’m not the only one.
As a parent... you couldn't hold it together
So cool to see that you too got emotional watching this incredible performance. I have dropped “a few”tears watching this video.
You HAVE to go check out other videos of this event! There are some that have amazing perspectives, most have great audio. Watch Dave's full lead-up and intro, it tells the story so well. Then re-watch and catch all of the little things, like Taylor watching with a grin from behind his kit throughout the song, the instant toss of the stick at the break, the "mic drop" of her drumsticks as she walks down, Dave's amazed and delighted reaction to Nandi's triumphant, arms in the air wave to the crowd; no fear, no intimidation. She owned that crowd. Then there's her choice to wear Dave's signature red plaid shirt to drum with him, and his subtle acknowledgement of it on stage. Just the perfect fit of the song itself to the situation, when she chose it she could have never known nor picked a better one. There is more every time you watch it. I can't get enough. It's really amazing to see such a heart warming reward for such an amazing girl. Dave is my new hero.
Here's a good clip with the full introduction. Well worth the watch: th-cam.com/video/xJHvRUznEUw/w-d-xo.html
This one has the stick flip on the break, the "mic drop", and a lot more, with a good angle and audio: th-cam.com/video/aTzeg1699UM/w-d-xo.html
Although I’m not a huge Foo Fighters fan, this is one of my fave songs and I love Dave Grohl. I could watch this so many times. I feel like he’s the golden retriever of the rock world-just a generally happy and positive individual. And he has 3 daughters, he’s the perfect roll model for Nandi.
What I would give to hear the bands reactions to her performance when they got back stage! She SLAYED IT
I'm not a drummer but I noticed the clever nuances like opening the hi-hat at the end of the verse to increase intensity. Her fearlessness is what stands out for me, I mean, a 17,000 crowd expecting a professional standard performance. Then there's the sheer power she gets into the snare and tom combo and if that's not enough the timing (as you said) is immaculate. And if that's not enough, she lets out those screams which are a joy to behold. The band are, of course, gob-smacked. I feel like I've been watching a magic trick, a really powerful 20-something professional playing in a tiny 11 year old frame, and I don't know how it's done.
It's a delight. TH-cam moment of the year!
@@AndrewRooneyDrums Love your analysis, BTW, and you capture the occasion very well. The drone is guitar feedback, a guitar has been left propped up against a speaker.
Nandi has come such a long way from playing a few bars of a song then running out of juice. Her endurance is awesome now!
Even Yoyoka Soma admits to feeling tired after playing a similar 16ths hi-hat pattern at only(!) 144 bpm (see her recent jam session with drummer Bobo). I'd also like to mention that Nandi and Yoyoka follow each other on IG, and Nandi has told Yoyoka she's an inspiration. So, if Nandi has picked up some of Yoyoka's efficiency by watching her play(?), that is a wonderful thing, and what it's all about, really. Cross-pollination at its best.
brings me to tears! a star is born and the foo fighters are celebrating her! it's such an amazing, emtional moment
Yes Monika :)
I was SOOO happy to see I wasn't the only grown man who got a tad "misty" watching her perform....She was just incredible and her future is incredibly bright!
Yeah I've been a drummer for 30 years and I have played some big stages... and playing a stage like that is a whole different experience...big stages can feel like a train wreck when you are not used to it. I was blown away by how naturally she played on a big stage.
#nandibushell transferred her nervous energy into power as soon as she got behind those drums. THAT is the sign of a true performer! 🤘💪💯🎼🥁
She nailed it!
I got chills when they were chanting her name. Dave is 1 of a kind love him.
Could you imagine have this level of talent at ANYTHING, at 11 years old? Jesus. Well done Nandi
I can't begin to imagine the pride the dad feels here, I'd be a wreck
100%!!!
So much respect for the Foo Fighters for fulfilling the dream of this young girl. So many musicians will never get the opportunity to play in front of this many people, yet along play in front of this many people with the Foo Fighters!
I was really hoping you'd do this one! Nandi is such a beast on those drums... AT 11! Unreal.
Yes!
The thing is how much she loves it. She just breathes drums. She smiles the harder it is. She knows what it means when she kills it. She screams and smiles and holds her mouth open, holds her sticks dramatically. oh she's just enjoyable.
Yes Marcia!
Good music and talented musicians get me every time, but this girl is from another planet altogether! I tear up every time I listen to her, and she's just a joy to watch as well. Can´t wait to see what her future has in store...
Never played a drum in my life, but damn if she isn’t so inspiring. Teared up throughout. What a moment not just for her, but for everyone there in the arena. Hearing her Dad screaming in the moment just really hits hard. We need more of this right now in the world. Will be following her to the end of my days.
EXCELLENT
What a prodigy! The best thing I ever saw on u tube. I seriously had tears in my eyes at the end and goosebumps from the start. Thank you Dave grill for letting her do this with you. Truly amazing.
Thank you for reacting to this. I was emotional as well. Your comments helped me understand just how huge this was.
She also has a video on her channel where she's given a specific drum kit as a present from Lenny Kravitz and Nate Smith!! And another well known rocker gifted her a very special guitar. ALL the best rockers out there know who Nandi is.
Yes. She's already a star!
She is super talented and seems like a great kid - I was very happy for her. Mainly I love Dave Grohl for giving her this opportunity - and making it so much fun. Such a good dude. The crowd loved it - so it was a good strategic move too.
Being a drummer and a father, I almost cried again, like the first time I saw it ;)
Yes Mathieu. It's quite the moment
One of the best musical performances I’ve ever seen . This girl is diff class !!
I saw this kid for the first time tonight on a Foo Fighters video and have been watching a bunch of her videos. Her enthusiasm is amazing and it is impossible not to be blown away by her skill and cuteness.
I also feel proud she is British and to see we will actually have some great artists in the future. I thought kids all wanted to be tiktok stars not rock gods.
She's flying the flag Robert.
Tremendous young player and person
She's driving the rest of the band in this outing.
It's amazing!
Her timing is better than my watch.
And the screaming, getting her demons out, holy cow!!!
Just amazing stuff!!!
Makes me cry every time I’ve seen it. And I have watched it A LOT.
Very moving Dina
Dave and the Foo Fighters are top notch. Have to give a huge shout out to her parents for allowing and encouraging her to do what she has done.
beautiful reaction of an amazing video.... sometimes i cryed. thanks to share your emotions.
Andrew I completely agree this moment it watching really struck me and I was also caught completely off guard by emotion that I felt watching this incredible and talented young lady perform at such a high level. This song is not for the faint as I have heard from friends that you MUST be an athlete to perform this well, and Nandi just killed it!! My hope is this Nandi will continue to shine and help bring people together to listen to her perform live.
Yes Eric. She's already changed the game and inspired countless young drummers
I have watched this probably a hundred times, and have become emotional every time. And Dave Grohl is one of the greatest humans alive today. There are tons of fan shot videos that are actually better view and sound that you can watch. Those are the best for seeing Nandi's face and her screams. Great reaction.
This is a very good one....
Watch "Nandi Bushell & Foo Fighters EVERLONG Concert Film" on TH-cam
th-cam.com/video/ildwhc9F22Q/w-d-xo.html
At least 100 times here! I'm not the biggest FF fan, but heck yes - I want more people like Dave Grohl in the world. Such a fantastic human.
Been drumming two year now, tried to play this, extremely difficult. Been watching her from the beginning. Hard not to get emotional with happy tears for this girl
It's hard to play at that level Rob!
@@AndrewRooneyDrums No doubt.
bit of a late reply here, I've only been playing for a few months and Everlong comes quite easy to me... 🤷♂
I cry every time I watch her performance. Tears of happiness!
I feel ya...........the water works were flowing over here!! !!. Massive moment that give me THE most joyful feeling. Makes you forget about all the bad stuff for a moment, and just immerse in the goodness! :-) .......Dave's definitely a good dude ;:-)
I've seen this so many times and I'm in tears, again. Had to sub. Excellent video by the way, love your use of movie clips. Look forward to checking your channel out.
Thanks for the sub!
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@@AndrewRooneyDrums This video is the reason I subbed too - an excellent analysis from someone who obviously loves music. I saw the Learn To Fly reaction and the further development of her drumming is astonishing! As you said, she is a Pro. Greetings from the UK (are you guys really upside down?)
@@jonathanpeden9930 Hey Jonathan!
Not only upside down... we're in the future!
she seems so happy, and I hope everyone along her path keeps her happy!
I actually shed a teer seeing this young girls dreams come true. Yeah, she's been in Zen Phone 8 commercial, Cartoon Network, etc. But this has to be over the top for her!! 🤟
This is different. This is full-on grown-up rock & roll with a world class band on a real stage with a packed house. It’s a fantasy dream come true for anyone who plays and she and Dave made it happen. The best part is that she earned it.
I am not even really a fan of Foo Fighters but there is no denying how incredible of a human being Dave Grohl is. His back and forth with Nandi is only one of a handful of acts of kindness I've seen from him.
He gets it Brian!
The only thing I love more than her playing is the absolute joy it clearly gives her. Music's lucky to have her, and she's lucky to have discovered a massive passion so early in life.
I love a good love story
Well said Mat
Fully agree with you, we are watching a supernova here. This girl is a talent we are going to hear a lot more of!
That whooping and yelling is Nandis parents! 😂😭🙏💓
You're right about that drum speed. I don't drum but just trying to do it in the air I couldn't get past the first set and I believe you do it three times in this song. When you see her grimace, it's real. It hurts, but she does it.
I now know how the Grinch tat stole Christmas felt like at the end of the story, his heart expanded so much. Nandi gladdens my heart. What a lovely child. Andrew, you are correct, she has an immense future ahead of her. Especially if she continues to learn other instruments, bass, guitar, and piano. She crushed it!
That is some great dad energy right there
I rewound this video several times just to enjoy dad screaming with joy.
100% Dad on point!
And she plays multiple instruments! Guitar, bass guitar, keyboards, saxophone and who knows what else. She’s awesome!
She is a natural born rock star! I can’t imagine how proud her father must be! Amazing…. Amazing….
So impressive Nandi druming🤩💯🥁🎧🎶
She is from another planet the star is born🤩🤩❤️
Truly epic for Nandi. Step up from her TV appearance on Ellen and jamming with Lenny Kravitz. Dreams come true. Loved hearing her dad screaming it up in the background.
Whenever I feel down I throw on nandi. Her spirit is such an inspiration.
Great how you noticed she wanted to keep one. She's a great drummer but she's also still just a 10 year old girl. That was so genuine.
LOVE IT!
and she deserves it, it's a first for her.
AH! ANDREW! YOU MADE ME (US) SO HAPPY!!!!!
BECAUSE NANDI MAKES US SO HAPPY!!!!!
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH!
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!
She screamed at the last! Look at other versions!!!!!!
Comin' up!
She absolutely crushed this performance. She's probably still coming down from that high. What an amazing experience for her at her age and us getting to watch her begin the next phase in her development as an upcoming musician.
This is a remarkable and epic time for Nandi... I did tear up for her, an ENORMOUS accomplishment..