Every Little Thing - The Police / Mia Morris /drum cover/ Nashville Drummer, Musician, Songwriter
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 30 ก.ย. 2024
- Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic is a great song! I can’t read that without hearing the chorus in my brain and feeling a little happier. I covered two other songs by The Police as soon as I could possibly manage a version when I first started playing drums because I grew up listening to Zenyatta Mondatta on repeat. Every Little Thing is actually from Ghost in the Machine along with some other classics. I have little doubt I will revisit Stewart Copeland and The Police again in the future as well.
I talk briefly about what makes Stewart such an interesting drummer for me but it’s a simplified explanation. I say he pushes or plays in front but he actually does it in a way that can’t really just be called rushing. Like many great drummers, he’s able to isolate the groove he plays with his hand from the feel he has with his feet. He keeps everything in the pocket with his kick while he provides so much excitement and energy with where he puts his snare and fills.
That’s without even getting into the fact that his playing style is so distinct and recognizable that IMO, he’s one of a very short list of drummers that are as responsible for their bands overall sound as the singer or songwriters. I learn something every time I sit down to play along with Stewart Copeland and it’s always a blast to decipher his intricate hat work and signature writing. Yep, I’m a fan :) If you want a laugh, you might look up my first two attempts at The Police on Roxanne and So Lonely. I think I was 10 and 12 years old at the time.
I’m 15 years old and I want to be a professional musician when I grow up. I try to play lots of instruments but the one that I feel most at home on is a drum set. I would say the only thing that impresses me more than a great musician is a great songwriter so I also spend some of my time trying to learn the magic of songwriting. I thought it would help me keep focused on music if I started a drum series where I learned a new song every couple of weeks. After 4 years, it’s now turned into a larger musical search but my goal hasn’t changed. Hopefully, I will keep doing it, keep loving music and keep getting better.
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Great job and great choice, young lady! Stewart Copeland is one of the finest time keepers to ever sit behind a trap set. Keep the covers coming!
Thank you - I learn something every time I try to learn one of his parts.
Every Little Beat She Does Is Magic - amazing!
This is awesome. I'm an old drummer, and I studied some of the same drummers you have, particularly Bonham, Peart and Moon. And then I heard Outlandos in a pair of Koss cans around 40 years ago. I remember thinking 'This changes everything'. Steely Dan's Aja changed a lot as well, but there are at least 4 world-class, hall-of-fame drummers on that record. They were all geniuses. Stewart was only one, but he moved the ball almost as far. From the bottom of all drummers' hearts, thank you for keeping great, acoustic, organic drumming alive.
4:15 40 years later & that specific drum fill still rocks my world
Yeah I got ya. Her snare sound wasn't that thrilling though.
me to, love that fill. This whole song is one of my favourites of all time. I pretty sure its the 1st song I ever liked when I was a small kid. im learing it on guitar ATM. the chord progression is really inspiring.
Absolutely agree
Such a surprise, to hear the Drummer talk about what she was doing; and why !! AND, for her to make mention of Stuart's snare - Because it makes an incredible difference in the way sound is produced.
Amazing Cymbal work...Very impressed !!
You get better everyday. I just love the influx of young women taking up drums and tearing it up. 😎
Now we need some all girl bands!!! Like back in the 80's.
I appreciate you supporting some of us :)
I enjoy watching and supporting a number of amazing drummers on TH-cam. Everyone is extremely talented in their drumming but what sets you apart is your let your personality show through in every video. Keep it up Mia right to the top!
Whats with all the sexist remarks? This isn't the 1930s anymore
It's a human being. It has limbs. I don't know why being a girl is such a important distinction.
You definitely look happy while you are playing this. The stick twirl is a nice touch. The smile as always is great.
:) this one got to be a lot of fun once I started getting comfortable. He's got such a unique approach.
@@miamorrismusic Like your version. Here is a 14-year old's cover, th-cam.com/video/yfAE6_8DVyI/w-d-xo.html hope you like
@@miamorrismusic def has a different approach , the beauty of stewart
You're adorable..
Ever notice great performers make their craft look so effortless...?
Yours was lovely..thx!
I really appreciate that - thank you.
That transition into the second verse....smooth like butter
nooooice (*_*(
Wow! Double wow wow! This is an incredibly hard drum cover, yet you make it seem effortless. Nice stick twirl thrown in just because you can! The prodigal princess!!!
:) hey John - Stewart is a blast to learn fun, thanks.
One of my favourite songs ever and you smashed it! So much talent!
Who knew that a guitar a bass and drums would become one of the greatest band ever
You smile every time you nail a fill. Your love for percussions bursts through in your style. Great job, Mia!!
..sometimes I laugh when I play :) By the time I've learned a song, it's been calmed down to a smile. Thanks!!
Man that's a great job. Steward Copeland stuff is super challenging and you make it look easy.
What I also like is how you engage the camera/audience. You've been doing this since your early videos and seems to be something that you do naturally, which is an amazing natural skill to have,.
I really appreciate that and it's funny you mention the early vids. Not everyone likes how much I smile or that I perform, and I used to consider doing something else occasionally. Then, I happened to be answering a comment on my very first video and I watched it and laughed as I saw it's exactly how I played when there was NO WAY anyone would see what I posted. I love to play and apparently perform. I'm glad you like it because it's me :)
Everything little thing you do you do it with apparent ease & a smile..;-))
Ha! Apparent belongs in there :) thank you.
@@miamorrismusic Apparently the better you become, the more comments you'll get...or so they say..;-))
Wow! What a phenomenal performance of a very difficult part- As I said, there's a reason Peter Gabriel hired him to play just the hi-hat...⛰🎩 Love him working the faders of the old school board in the vid 🎛🎚 Have a great weekend Mia! 🌞
You too - thanks. I hadn't heard that about Peter Gabriel but I can certainly see the logic in it.
Mia...that was fucking awesome!!!
My favourite Police song and one of my all time favourite drum performances.
Fantastic to hear/see it up close.
Looking forward to the next one.🤩
Thank you very much - I love the band as well!
Excellent, Mia. I'll guarantee ya that NO drummer offered a thumbs down on this video. Actually, I don't know why anyone would, but some are just so jealous that others can accomplish something where they can't accomplish anything. You've come a long way, kiddo.
:) I really liked playing this one.
Was fortunate to see the Police in concert - early 1980s. Rock on boys and girls - and well done to this talented young lady!!!
First time listener, man you have some skill with those drums. Very well done. Subbed.
I really appreciate that. Thanks for taking the time!
Jeremiah Hessian
Im sure this won't be your last Time listening. Mia is
a very talented and fun to watch musician. Check out all her performances you'll understand! Enjoy her!
1st?
Yep!!!
Yes, mail in a screenshot for your free Chicken Sandwich from Chick-fil-A.
:D hey Eric!
I have always noticed something about Police drummer I could never really describe. Thanks for the music lesson.🙂👍
He's very unique. Both he and the Police made there own sound which is so rare.. and awesome.
Definitely A Cool Great Song . .
It's You That Adds The Most Absolute Greatness And Awesome Power You Radiate To The Fullest !!!!! I Think That Women Who Rock Out Are Awesome , I Love The Fact That You Are Musically Inclined And Multi-Talented !!!!! You Cool And Gorgeously Gifted !!!!!👍😎👍
Hi Mia, thanks for the technical breakdown on what Stewart is doing. He is one complicated cat. I remember buying GITM on vinyl. You played it very well.
Thank you. I got buried in Zenyatta Mondatta for a solid few months. I love those guys.
I love the stick twirl. Really adds to the fun of watching these. 😁
Thanks Jeff. I love this song..
Awesome work on the Hi-hat. The snare and your playing sounds great
🤘🏼🤘🏼
It was a fun one to learn from - thank you.
I'm a guitar player but first thing I noticed was her great touch on the Hi-hat!
Your drumming is more smooth than most people can even walk lol👍
Absolutely killed it! I think Copeland is such an underrated drummer. Thanks for doing this cover!
My pleasure. I think he's one of a kind and one of few for having so much impact on a bands sound.
Stuart Copeland is underrated by NOT ONE single person on the planet who knows even the slightest thing about music.
Second clip of yours today (just saw Hot For Teacher). Subscribed. Another great take on a classic.
I don’t always watch drum covers but when I do, I watch Mia.
Twirling the stick with that sassy smile was priceless. Awesome performance
Thanks - and thanks for the kind comment :D
Damn Mia you nailed it 😋👍
Had me tapping along.
Really synced like you were live in the band😘🤘😉 just awesome!!!!
Thank you, I really enjoyed playing this one.
O, you make it look easy. It can’t be that hard. 🤔
Jk
Your amazing the range of music you do is very impressive. U go girl!
My hats off to your parents as well. Great job Mom & Dad! 👍
:) thank you and I will pass that along!
This young lady is truly destined for Stardom! Her musical ability coupled with her wonderful personality is a sure fire combination. Best of luck to you Mia!
Thank you very much, I'll try to prove you right someday..
@@miamorrismusic I will bet that you do!😊
Hey cutie...
Have you tried OMEGAMAN??
That' be SO GREAT!!!
You rock 👍😘
message? Nice! Hell; I gotta get to sleep! Great job. No more for me tonight!!!!!
Great! My favorite Album is Ghost in the Machine. from Japanese
I love the Police and that's a great record for sure. Thanks!
Awesome job, great song! Love your facial expressions while your playing. 🤣
Thank you and thanks for taking the time to comment.
I find it incredible that this young lady is only thirteen. Her technique and her confidence are out of this world.
mmmmh...13? 5 years ago she was 13.
Dear MIA , my beautiful magical Angel you are the most beautiful out standing drum player your a really brilliant musician I do wish you a very happy New year and I hope all your dreams and wishes come true for you I am so very proud of you your my beautiful super star 🌟🌟and my beautiful hero i love you for ever and all ways please stay safe and well from , from David ps your really great 👍
Stewart is my favorite. I think he would be impressed, I know I was.
Yessss!!!...did I say yes?.yesss!!!..thanks for vid.."it's been awhile"..haha..love ya!!
yaaaasss - such a fun one to play!
Every thing you do is also magical. Great drummer! Mia!
:) thank you
💞💞💞 Awesome Stewart is one of my Favorite Drummers I kind of play my Traditional Grip like him
he makes that look so cool!
Sub'd.....Look forward to checking out your videos...
Very good effort. Copeland would be pleased. Thx for opening commentary. It helps to understand where your thought is as you're approaching a cover. Keep that up!
I appreciate that - I love his drum parts, so fun to learn.
Wow you did the song justice, such passion, amazing to watch all the finer points, mind blown, excellent
Omg Mia...love this song..what u add to this song is magic...u super talented ♥️♥️
Wow, great job on a real tough drummer! Your smile is magic! You are stunning!😘
i really appreciate that, thank you!
this song was on the first LP i ever bought as a kid. i think i just liked the "ghost in the machine" cover. sears had it on special as a new release for, i think, $5.99? yes, i still have it. listening to the police, it always sounded to me like stuart was trying to make the band speed up, and sting and andy refusing to, and lagging behind the beat just to piss stuart off.
this made me smile.. I love how music doesn't age like the rest of us.
Woooww Mia! We just saw your performance on AGT and went to your YT-channel. In this video you were some 14 years old and you're tight as a nut!!! It was a real pleasure to watch this video. Keep it up and best wishes to you!
thank you, i appreciate you taking the time.
Geez, that was great! You're so good at figuring things out. Bonus for me, since Ghost is probably my favorite album. We'd wait for MTV to play this because it was so fun. Once again, awesome Mia! 😀🤙
I'm with ya on Ghost.. so much great material over several albums! Thanks :)
Great job. One thing: you could move your stick a bit forward on the rim shots for a tighter sound.
I'll experiment - thank you.
One of the best covers I've seen you do yet, Mia! You look so confident and at ease behind the kit. Curious, how long do you practice a song usually before you shoot it?
Thank you. That varies of course. This one was maybe 3, one hour sessions of really digging in and figuring out what he's doing then another couple of sessions trying to really lock in with his feel, memorize the part and get to where I'm really getting to enjoy it without thinking too much.
Linda....linda ...linda...simplesmente ...linda ... sou do Brasil....
I’m a fan! Hope to see you soon in Amsterdam Paradiso
Awesome cover Mia!!! Keep rocking!!!!
Thank you. It's a fun one to play :)
Awesome job Mia. You manage to make it look easy as well as fun.
I try to get the songs dialed in to where I don't have to think much.. then, they are totally fun to play - thanks!
Wow, spot on Mia!!! What a awesome drummer you are and it totally shows when you play! I grew up listening to The Police and was fortunate to see them in concert! One of my all time favorite rock group back in the day!
I hope your still keeping up with Mia. She will be making history in the music world!
Mia, You know, that song is all about you. Thatz What I think. I love you young lady, you are awesome to watch.⚘⚘🥀🤙🤘💚🧡💚😎
:)
It makes me sick to my stomache seeing this girl nailing her moller technique, while I'm utterly mediocre after a decade's practice...
A well.... at least I am still taller than her
hehehe - thanks for making me laugh :) have a GREAT 4th weekend!
My favorite thing about Mia is how she's always smiling while she plays. It's obvious this young lady just loves making music! Mia, I hope that never changes for you, no matter how long you're in the music biz, which can be a toxic environment. Rock on, young lady! 🤘💜🤘
You nailed it, David. As a dad with three daughters, the number one thing for me is to see them smiling. Mia loves what she is doing - and it shows greatly. Wishing her tons of success in the future!
I hope it's a very long time. It's my favorite thing - thanks.
Very Good and Very Pretty without a dought. But watch "Sina Drums" do Bostons , Foreplay/Long Time. And orhers that she has collaborated with all over the 🌎. Mia and Sina and other young musicians bring back the days of our youth from songs from the early 70s, 80s and 90 that most of us either forgot or no time to listen too. Thank you for that...
People would pay me cold cash NOT to sing, much less anything musical. That being said, Mia’s solo guitar videos are dirge like, make me think of funerals. The charismatic spontaneity of her drumming is no where to be felt in her singing and guitar. An exceptionally beautiful voice, but in the manner of gloom. I am no expert, but I know what I like.
Aw, everything you drum is magic... ♪ ♫ ;)
:D Thank you very much!
Every little cymbal she hit was magic!
hehe - such a good song..
I'm glad to see you've done a lot of stuff! Intend to see everything. Good luck with AGT.
thank you William :)
Mia você é MARAVILHOSA. Talvez não acredite mas assisto seus vídeos todas as noites .
Thanks Jaime!
👏🥁You did Stewart Copeland proud
:) that's a cool thought - thanks.
Well done, Mia🙂. You work those cymbals so well! Drumming is in your soul, no doubt about it...you make a difficult song look easy, plus you have so much fun doing it...it comes right from your heart...that's a true artist, no doubt about it
Bravo!
A+ for song selection! One of my favorite songs from perhaps my favorite band.
Stewart Copeland is such a great drummer...so technical and precise, I know it’s him playing, immediately. His stuff is not easy to do justice to, but you killed it!
Thanks for another smile-inducing post! Keep up the good work and keep on rocking!
I'm with ya on Stewart and the Police. How cool that a drummer is so distinct that you can tell listening :)
you make it look easy. You are really talented.
I saw you on AMT tonight,Wow you are great!! Watching your other videos am obsessed with what you do! Good job you’ve got a great future ahead of you.
Your own stylings and finesse are tremendous! You have a mind like a metronome and yer killin' it! Fan forever!
I appreciate that, thank you very much. This one is a blast.
Stuart Copeland was absolutely awesome. But I like looking at this drummer better.
hehe
@@miamorrismusic you are so cute!
Dang..... props for doing Stewart Copeland
thanks for giving it a chance :)
Mia Morris
My pleasure Mia! Stewart is without a doubt my favorite drummer of all time. I had the pleasure of seeing the Police twice when I was a young man. He is mesmerizing to watch. I am very impressed with your skills. You are certainly gonna go far. Rock on young lady!!!🙏🏻
Holy Hannah Montana!!! SAWEEEEET!!! SUPPA AWESOME SKILLS!!! HOOORAW!!! Totally TOTALLY AWESOME!!! TREMENDOUS SOUND AS WELL!!! NICELY DONE!!! YOU GO!!!! Super love it!! 👊👌👌👏👏👍👍😀😀✌
Right on - Thank you very much :)
@@miamorrismusic you but !! Mad skills you possess!! Mad Respect!!! 👊👊✌👍👍✋✋
I wish I could play like that.
Made my day..great work..love the floor shot w the vid in it..is that new?..I don't remember seeing that before.. anyway...thanks again gorgeous..have a great weekend
Thanks, pretty new - you have a good one as well!
Mia, Mia, Mia...
Too many great things in this performance to mention here.
Truly some Big Girl hi-hat work going on.
#bettereveryday
Peace. JR
hehehe - my Dad likes to mock me with, big girl comments occasionally. (He really thought this one was good too tho). Thanks!
Well done - Stewart Copeland is one of the Gods of drumming... will be interested to see you tackle Neil Peart
:) Thanks. I'm guessing I tackle some Rush when I have time to do it justice.
Mia, one word describes this one................."PERFECT!!!!!". Best video of yours to date! Had me in tears as I watched! What a NATURAL you are! Stay humble but be the BEST at your craft!
wow - I really appreciate you taking your time to watch and comment. This one was very rewarding to learn and play and I'm really glad to hear that comes across in the performance.
fuck it up then❤👏🏾
would love to hear you play 'in the air tonight' by Phil Collins
No
Great job Mia...you got skills & are beautiful to boot..✔✔😬
:)
Great job Mia! Unrelated, but still... I am forever baffled by how nobody ever addresses the steel drums during the chorus. It's the most amazing and unique part of this already exceptional song.
AGT bought me here.........Go Mia!!!!
Just wanted to say that I really enjoyed your video. However, the piccolo snare would have worked, but you needed to tighten that top head up to the max. It sounded like you were hitting a cardboard box. Stewart tightens all of his drums up, even toms and Bass very tight. I played in a Police cover band for two years on the road. I know. Next... Your cross sticking on the snare rim is no where close to Stewarts sound. You really need to practice daily until you find the "sweet spot" on a drum stick to get the correct sound. Listen to the old classic country albums. Listen to Nashville studio drummers like the late great Buddy Harmon, Jerry Carrigan, the late Larrie Londin, Tommy Wells, and especially the great Eddie Bayers. Stewart Copeland listened to these cats as well as many great Jazz drummers to get that correct stick sound on the side of the snare rim. Please practice this with a size 5A or 5B PRO MARK or VIC FIRTH Oak Stick. That will help you achieve that sound when you discover the correct spot. With all that being said... Your work on the Hi-Hat and Ride/Crash Cymbals was spot on. EXCELLENT! Your Bass Drum parts were spot on. Plus you have a very natural good look behind the drums. Your posture is very good. For your age you are doing great. ;-) I am 53 years old and have drummed for over 30 years, and made a very good living at it. Don't take my criticism in a bad way, I just know that you have the potential to one day be a super drummer and do it for a living. I want you do it all correctly, and get it right while you are young. My hats off to you for even attempting to cover POLICE and Stewart Copeland material. Keep On Drummin' !!
First off, thank you for taking the time and I'm never offended by people willing to help me. I thought maybe that drum could get a lot more pop but it's the first time I've ever even hit one let alone tune it. I borrowed it and have a ton to learn about gear, especially acoustic drums. I've been thinking my 7's are maybe getting to be something I should consider experimenting with and I can see where a little more weight would help the rim shots have a little more surface to work with. you sound right on and thanks again for the input. I play a lot of instruments but the drums are my favorite so I hope to keep improving.
Thanks for your nice reply. If you live in Nashville, if you could talk with some of the older drummers that play down on Broadway in all those clubs, they could show you how to get that perfect snare rim sound. Or better yet, just book an hour or two with one of the great studio drummers up there, like Eddie Bayers or Paul Liem. They could show you so many tricks. I watched one of your videos where you did a country train beat to a rock song. AWESOME. You've got that down pat with sticks, now practice as much as possible with brushes. If you keep on playing and trying new things, by the time you graduate High School you'll be Road Ready to Tour. If you learn to read drum charts, you will be in demand up there. I would recommend continuing your education by going to college and studying music. I subscribed to your channel and I'll look forward to each of your new videos. My best to you!
Outstanding! I saw the Police three times throughout the eighties,once with the Go-Go's as their opening act! They were great every time. Another band recommendation try watching BABYMETAL - Pa Pa Ya! It's just the craziest thing,Thrash-Metal mixed with Japanese pop music this time they add Japanese Rap! I find myself liking it,more & more.
@Justin Time Even though you didn't ask here's a story from one of those shows. After the concert we were slowly making our way out of the parking lot,it typically took 45 minutes or so to weave our way through heavy traffic. My buddy had the window rolled down and was hanging out of it,yelling,asking if anyone had a beer,whistling at girls,being a 20 year old. When a guy in the next car yells,"Shut up dork!". Now I went to the concert with 5 people two of my brothers,a life long friend and two guys from work. These two guys,great guys,happened to be black from Chicago,we were in Rosemont Illinois,a suburb of Chicago. So my friend exits the car,followed closely by the 5 of us,I could see instantly this is not what our fellow concert goers were expecting. All around us,windows were being rolled up and doors being locked,the guy next to us,who gave the "dork" comment hurriedly rolled up his window and locked his door. We proceeded to knock on the windows and rock the car,a little while this was going on the four guys in the car just looked straight ahead. After a while traffic started moving and we made our way out of the lot,my friend Curtis,one of the black guys says,"Anytime you got trouble,just call me". We all laughed,I fully expected a visit from the police,but it never came. This was way before cell phones,something like this wouldn't/couldn't happen now,but in 1986 it seemed to happen to me,a lot. So that's my story,99% true,just a smidge of embellishment.
That sounds really interesting.. I'm sitting in a crowd but will try to remember to check that out when I can give it my attention. Thanks!
Wow! Nailed it! Every little thing you did was magic. (ok, cheeezzzy…). But seriously you really got the Copeland groove, rythm, pace and hi hat work on that cover. Thank’s!
Lovely playing police
My god girl you are just super talented you nailed that one too
wow - thank you very much :)
That was awsome!
Great vid Mia, you just belong, that's what was so great about Stewart, playing in front, but i think his best track was 'Spirits In The Material World' especially the start, would love you to have a go at this for all to see :)
I'll visit Stewart again for sure. Thanks for the suggestion.
Excelente and amazing !!
Very Copeland-like !!
I'm sure Steward would approve !!
Nice work, your knowledge is impressive.
Thank you very much.
Amazing! I saw you on AGT an immediately subscribed. So much talent, and such a good head on your shoulders. Never look back young lady. I love the Police, grew up listening to them. CW4 L. Wilson, Retired Army
Awesome job 👏 like always thanks for the cool into an telling us what's hard about a song and kinda breaking it down for us
I'm really glad to hear that wasn't a bore - thank you.
Always awesome drumming you're doing 👍 You're a talented girl. Keep the good work...
Thank you and thanks for the encouragement.
To give you ideas in your song writing,take every moment into context.Good and bad.Let Mia come out.What sound do really want to say?Mia,as a friend,are you country or rock?I'm with you either way.A fan waits.🤔
FANTASTIC! I really enjoy watching her play, especially since she basically made me watch just to see WHAT she is doing as a comparison, not that I'd know what a drummer SHOULD be doing anyway. Mia is just fun to watch.
Great job covering Stewart's magic hands!
Thanks for checking it out :)
Stewart is my all time favorite and Every Little Thing is my top Police track. You killed it, but unlike many of these play along drum videos you are having fun with it! It brought a little tear to my eye when you nailed the little snare fill that I love.
I've played a lot of songs but playing along with Stewart is a complete BLAST. I'm really glad you liked it, thank you!