Thumbs up if you're watching this in 2021 😎 UPDATE: I just released a new DRUM LESSON PACK! -> bit.ly/CobusLessons. 5 lessons, 90 minutes, for 27 bucks. It will make you better at tuning drums, mixing drums, I'll show you my practice routine, my worst habits as a self-taught drummer, and teach you one of my favourite linear licks. Thanks for being here!
Thanks for being such an awesome drummer! I'm going to quite rough times in my life and drumming always helps me to free my head. I'm watching your videos since 12 years and youre quite a part of my drumming life. Keep it up man Maybe some day I will see you playing life somewhere
I am currently a film major and while filmmaking doesn't have much to do with music, it has a lot to do with filming drum covers and let me tell you: this and all of Cobus's videos has a lot of what I'm learning incorporated into music. From 4:26-4:36 there are about 6 cuts (just in the span of 10 seconds!) showing different angles (each highlighting different drumming grooves) and that all increases the tension building up to the climax of the song. Before that, the pacing of the cuts was steadier and slower. And the cuts are usually on beat, which is also very impactful. He's not only exceptional and passionate as a drummer, he is also very clever and strategic in the way he films himself and edits his footage. Talk about interdisciplinary art forms! Good job, Cobus!
Man, I appreciate it so much when people notice the edits! I spend a ton of time on the edits and trying to make the viewer feel the way I did when I played the song. It’s awesome that you notice, thanks for posting this!
LykABoss you know :| i started drumming because of Cobus lol, i watched his afterlife video and got inspired, and yeah i started since dec '13 since then i play by ears
LykABoss he made me start drumming almost 5 years ago! he is my inspiration and I've been playing by ear ever since... 7th grade which was almost 5 years ago!!! I watched his Bat Country cover and Let Get It Started and got hooked since!
You know the song and the drumming is powerful when the drummer is smiling by the end of the song, knowing that "the war is won" Cobus is too good! Hats off, mate!
Can someone explain to me why after 10 years I still gets chills over my whole spine when he plays that fill af 4:27 and the outro after that? So freaking good! Loved it from the beginning. And still listening to this cover!
Like possibly the most entertaining drummers to just watch, even with out the music he’s just FUN to watch! He looks like he’s having the time of his life every time he plays!
Damn, uploaded 2010, soon 7 years ago. I still remember when Cobus released this cover, I was so excited! I still watch it every now and then, and it always brings a smile to my face and makes me feel awesome! Such energy, such passion.
Been following Cobus ever since I met him at a Google tech summit in Cape Town many (many) moons ago! I couldn't play an instrument to save the human race but man do I enjoy watching - and listening - to him bang on the drums. What skill!
Looking back from 2019, this right here is already pure art and performance, yet you still manage to show so much improvement until today. So much passion and dedication, you're just amazing. So much respect.
I just love the raw emotion and PASSION in this cover. You can feel it. 4:35-4:43 is the reason I keep coming back to watch this. One of my most favorite drum covers on the internet definitely.
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I've been following this guy for years now, and I never, NEVER get tired of watching his videos over and over!! and he never disappoints!! You're a GREAT drummer!!
3:40 such creativity love the tightening the snare with your knee such a cool effect, been watching your videos for years now its inspiring me to want to make videos. Your story is an inspiration to all drummers out there to keep dreaming keep up the awesome videos :D
Honestly, I think Cobus is a much better drummer than Luke Holland. They are both incredible drummers. But when I watch Cobus drum, there is always emotion and you can see it. When Luke drums you just see a machine, and he over complicates things. Sometimes the beauty of a song is just how well the drums are structured. Cobus adds those fills that blend. Luke's just sound forced. Especially the new Word Alive single.
Couldn't agree more. Although I would say Cobus' style isn't that he does things that are incredibly hard (but definitely NOT easy) but that he does them with such passion and flow that it's one, seamless piece of perfection every time. You can tell he takes the time to study what he's covering in that he harnesses the "feel" of every song perfectly. Excellent as a result.
I would have laughed in your face if I never watched this video. But after seeing that performance, and even though Luke IS in a band, this guy will go farther.
Truly makes you happy to see someone do something that they enjoy doing so much, feels like he could just tear those drums apart from wanting to play them. I really wish that I had something to love doing like this guy, this kind of passion is amazing, you sir, are a hero.
y'know. every time I come on to youtube to watch someone falling down or hurting themselves. or some baby that talks way before they should or something...... I end up watching hours of Cobus playing his drums. Honestly... you don't know how many hours I've spent sitting here just mezmorized at you're talent..... Thanks Cobus Potgieter! Thanks for time well wasted!
shows you where YOUR brain is, nothing to do with the song. Its the inevitability of conflict, the blessing of conflict and what we can all learn from it, and self reflection and growth." It also is about the band conflict they where going through at the time, and how they rose above it all.
As an aspiring drummer, I hope to one day play with the same level of passion and capability. Until then, I will continue to watch your videos and enjoy the moment! Thank you for the amazing videos sharing a joint passion and love for music!!! In my mind, no one holds a candle to you.
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ Cobus mannnn, if you ever see this I've literally been watching you from the beginning of time in 2008/2009 when I was 11 all the way through to 16/17 years old. I've come back after thoughts of you and I remembered this absolute masterpiece. You truly are the soul of drums. You inspired me, motivated me, and made me remember what I loved the absolute most: my favourite TH-camr and the PUREST OF ENERGIES!!! Honestly it made me join in and cry! 🥹 God bless you brother I love reminiscing on nostalgic videos. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
This is my favorite drum video on youtube. I can watch it on repeat for an hour. I just watched it and the scene from Fast and Furious where they jump the car from one building to another in Dubai. The drum cover made the scene that much more intense.
I've been watching cobus now for 4 years. And to date i've seen every one of his videos before they hit 1000 views. Always coming back to watch them over and over and over. I dont play drums but you do give me inspiration to play the guitar better.
I've been watching you for years man, and now its 2021 and this cover is still one of my favorite covers i've seen you play! the energy you play this one with is unmatched, nothing over exaggerated, just perfect! cheers on being a great inspiration to many :)
all of Cobus's 30STM covers have been fucking perfect. You are truly my inspiration as a drummer. Been drummin for 5 years because of you and their may be people who dont believe your a god but you are.......the God of Drumming. Keep rockin brutha
This is honestly one of the most incredible things I've ever witnessed. Your fills and cymbal work absolutely blow me away, and greatly inspire me. Don' you dare ever stop what you do!
Dear Cobus, I just wated to say thanks for being an inspiration to me. Before your videos, I was never even interested in giving the drums a real try. This summer I'm planning on taking lessons. I reccomended, your cover of "Almost Easy" to a friend who does play. He thinks you're as amazing to watch as I do. Watching alone I was able to pick up all sorts of hints as to your playing. You have a gift. Thanks for all the posts!! Keep up the good work.
this is my fave cover in this series. I cant help but grin back stupidly whenever you feel good about hitting the drums and throwing your sticks. You clearly enjoy yourself, and that makes us enjoy your covers more :)
Oh how I envy you. Not for your talent alone, but for your ability to truly...feel the song and enjoy it till the very last moment of silence. My hands are shaking for just thinking how you must feel when you play.
There's no better drum cover of this song on TH-cam except this drum cover right here....I don't care what any of you say. This is the best, nuff said :P
i don't know where ever u r? i don't who u r? but i know u r true drummer dude... it's touching my heart. Actually i'm from INDIA searching on youtube, Rob bourdon drummer solo video and i found this one.... Thank u Cobus for uploading such an amazing video. God Bless u friend.
It’s 2021 and my thumbs are up. I figured 3,439,312 people could not be wrong. This amazing. The second time I watched I put the play back speed at 0.25. I just had to see that stick fly in the air again.
this vid always puts a smile on my face. you have so much fun playing, not to mention you're amazingly skillful. you're a true inspiration to drummers, keep at it!
Bruh hearing this right now i was in high school, now im 30, and this is war, the song is PURE MAGIC but the cover sublime it so much dang thank you mr cobus
this guy.... i wasn't so impressed with his old videos. but i've always kept my comments from him. but now. he has told me that 'hey why don't you go back to you set, and enjoy the creation of music? 'no gilispie's hard hitting, no barker's showmanship, no grey's crazy rhythms, no moore's chops, no mayer's stick control, no roddy's blasting, no greiner's metronome-like persistence but really, just enjoy the music and make it 'fun.' it was so free. so dedicated, but by his passion and his will.
everyone wants to be a drummer. you're one of the reasons why ;) WOW. lemme know if your schedule frees up and ya wanna pop in on one of my tour dates... AMAZING.
Thumbs up if you're watching this in 2021 😎
UPDATE: I just released a new DRUM LESSON PACK! -> bit.ly/CobusLessons. 5 lessons, 90 minutes, for 27 bucks. It will make you better at tuning drums, mixing drums, I'll show you my practice routine, my worst habits as a self-taught drummer, and teach you one of my favourite linear licks. Thanks for being here!
Thanks for being such an awesome drummer! I'm going to quite rough times in my life and drumming always helps me to free my head. I'm watching your videos since 12 years and youre quite a part of my drumming life.
Keep it up man
Maybe some day I will see you playing life somewhere
Watching the heck out of this in 2021! I remember starting drums 10 years ago!
2022 here
Very nice
2023 still watchin,! sending hugs from Philippines.
To this day, that upstroke at 4:41 is one of my favorite moments watching videos on youtube of all time. I still get goosebumps
I am currently a film major and while filmmaking doesn't have much to do with music, it has a lot to do with filming drum covers and let me tell you: this and all of Cobus's videos has a lot of what I'm learning incorporated into music. From 4:26-4:36 there are about 6 cuts (just in the span of 10 seconds!) showing different angles (each highlighting different drumming grooves) and that all increases the tension building up to the climax of the song. Before that, the pacing of the cuts was steadier and slower. And the cuts are usually on beat, which is also very impactful. He's not only exceptional and passionate as a drummer, he is also very clever and strategic in the way he films himself and edits his footage. Talk about interdisciplinary art forms! Good job, Cobus!
Man, I appreciate it so much when people notice the edits! I spend a ton of time on the edits and trying to make the viewer feel the way I did when I played the song. It’s awesome that you notice, thanks for posting this!
He makes me want to start drumming. So inspiring...
LykABoss you know :| i started drumming because of Cobus lol, i watched his afterlife video and got inspired, and yeah i started since dec '13 since then i play by ears
Me too I've been playing 7 months now, apparently I'm pretty talanted and I didn't even know :)
LykABoss he made me start drumming almost 5 years ago! he is my inspiration and I've been playing by ear ever since... 7th grade which was almost 5 years ago!!! I watched his Bat Country cover and Let Get It Started and got hooked since!
7 years later, 4:01 onwards I just get chills everywhere.
You know the song and the drumming is powerful when the drummer is smiling by the end of the song, knowing that "the war is won"
Cobus is too good! Hats off, mate!
He loves his drumming....just look at that smile..
I love how passionate he is about his drumming, you can't fake those expressions
6 years later, and this cover is still one of the best I've seen. Love you, man!
Can someone explain to me why after 10 years I still gets chills over my whole spine when he plays that fill af 4:27 and the outro after that? So freaking good! Loved it from the beginning. And still listening to this cover!
I watched this video as soon as it came out, 5 years later that drum stick toss up still never gets old.
Like possibly the most entertaining drummers to just watch, even with out the music he’s just FUN to watch! He looks like he’s having the time of his life every time he plays!
this was the first cover from cobus i've ever seen 4 years ago...when i got amazed by his talent
4:39 flipped stick. damn that's awesome
Damn, uploaded 2010, soon 7 years ago. I still remember when Cobus released this cover, I was so excited! I still watch it every now and then, and it always brings a smile to my face and makes me feel awesome! Such energy, such passion.
4 years on and this is still one of the craziest drum playing I have ever seen
absolutely mindblowing!
Been following Cobus ever since I met him at a Google tech summit in Cape Town many (many) moons ago! I couldn't play an instrument to save the human race but man do I enjoy watching - and listening - to him bang on the drums. What skill!
Looking back from 2019, this right here is already pure art and performance, yet you still manage to show so much improvement until today. So much passion and dedication, you're just amazing. So much respect.
Drumming is an art which you create a beautiful beat that leads and becomes the keeper of a certain song. :)
More than 10 years later and you, Cobus, still sounds amazing.
I remember when you dropped this cover! So great!
it's already been 11 years and the feeling is so good
Favorite single moment even 5 years later is happens @ 4:38 - total badass moment.
I just love the raw emotion and PASSION in this cover. You can feel it. 4:35-4:43 is the reason I keep coming back to watch this. One of my most favorite drum covers on the internet definitely.
That breakdown at the end is the stuff legends are made of.
One of his best covers :D
Thras Stefanidis if not the best actually...
Thras Stefanidis I prefer Kings and Queens, we all have our opinions
+Iced Ink That jizzcalated quickly
Νah
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This cover never gets old, such good work Cobus.
after 8 years i still come back to this cover. cobus was one of the first ever drummers i looked up to. this will never not be insane.
Absolutely legendary. This is history right here, folks. Take notes.
You sir, are a huge inspiration to so many people, including myself. I just wanted to say, thank you so much.
as a drummer myself I can definitely tell you enjoy what you do, NAILED IT BRO, absolutely amazing 👏
I've been following this guy for years now, and I never, NEVER get tired of watching his videos over and over!! and he never disappoints!! You're a GREAT drummer!!
3:40 such creativity love the tightening the snare with your knee such a cool effect, been watching your videos for years now its inspiring me to want to make videos. Your story is an inspiration to all drummers out there to keep dreaming keep up the awesome videos :D
2016 and still the best cover I've ever heard
Honestly, I think Cobus is a much better drummer than Luke Holland. They are both incredible drummers. But when I watch Cobus drum, there is always emotion and you can see it. When Luke drums you just see a machine, and he over complicates things. Sometimes the beauty of a song is just how well the drums are structured. Cobus adds those fills that blend. Luke's just sound forced. Especially the new Word Alive single.
Couldn't agree more. Although I would say Cobus' style isn't that he does things that are incredibly hard (but definitely NOT easy) but that he does them with such passion and flow that it's one, seamless piece of perfection every time. You can tell he takes the time to study what he's covering in that he harnesses the "feel" of every song perfectly. Excellent as a result.
I totally agree.
100% true
I would have laughed in your face if I never watched this video. But after seeing that performance, and even though Luke IS in a band, this guy will go farther.
Dustin Sweeney Cobus is in one too....
Well done!! Good video and I like a lot your sound, keep it on rockin'
This song gives me chills everytime I listen to it:)
Good job Cubus :)
So many great comments on this video. He deserves them all.
das wohl beste cover! the best cover EVER! thänx it´s amazing-BIGgest respect
War ganz ordentlich. Zum Schluss hat's ihm auch richtig Spass gmacht.
Truly makes you happy to see someone do something that they enjoy doing so much, feels like he could just tear those drums apart from wanting to play them. I really wish that I had something to love doing like this guy, this kind of passion is amazing, you sir, are a hero.
4:34 he's like, "YES! THE WAR WITH THIS CRAZY DRUM COVER IS OVER!!!!"
DAT STICK TRICKS !
I'm happy to see that you have millions of vues on your videos, you deserve it !
Cheers !
Thank you humanity for allowing me to watch this video.
y'know. every time I come on to youtube to watch someone falling down or hurting themselves. or some baby that talks way before they should or something...... I end up watching hours of Cobus playing his drums. Honestly... you don't know how many hours I've spent sitting here just mezmorized at you're talent..... Thanks Cobus Potgieter! Thanks for time well wasted!
EASTER EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEGG!!! The song starts after 30 Seconds( To Mars)
;)
4:28 cannot stop watching this
You feel that biggest power in your head and your body at this moment ?
I remember when i thought this video quality was amazing 6 years later.
3:48 love the way he brings the snare back with his knee. Very cool...
I didn't notice this the many times I've watched this video. I'll try that on my kit ;)
@@Leonie-fg6vu you can see him knock it off at 3:15
4:12
Grin of success.
4:39
I was starting to wonder if this song was about the anti Christ and the new world order's war on the people of God.
shows you where YOUR brain is, nothing to do with the song. Its the inevitability of conflict, the blessing of conflict and what we can all learn from it, and self reflection and growth." It also is about the band conflict they where going through at the time, and how they rose above it all.
As an aspiring drummer, I hope to one day play with the same level of passion and capability. Until then, I will continue to watch your videos and enjoy the moment! Thank you for the amazing videos sharing a joint passion and love for music!!! In my mind, no one holds a candle to you.
Wet, why lie.
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Cobus mannnn, if you ever see this I've literally been watching you from the beginning of time in 2008/2009 when I was 11 all the way through to 16/17 years old. I've come back after thoughts of you and I remembered this absolute masterpiece. You truly are the soul of drums. You inspired me, motivated me, and made me remember what I loved the absolute most: my favourite TH-camr and the PUREST OF ENERGIES!!! Honestly it made me join in and cry! 🥹 God bless you brother I love reminiscing on nostalgic videos.
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
This is my favorite drum video on youtube. I can watch it on repeat for an hour. I just watched it and the scene from Fast and Furious where they jump the car from one building to another in Dubai. The drum cover made the scene that much more intense.
I've been watching cobus now for 4 years. And to date i've seen every one of his videos before they hit 1000 views. Always coming back to watch them over and over and over. I dont play drums but you do give me inspiration to play the guitar better.
I've been watching you for years man, and now its 2021 and this cover is still one of my favorite covers i've seen you play! the energy you play this one with is unmatched, nothing over exaggerated, just perfect! cheers on being a great inspiration to many :)
Oh. My. God. I'm completely speechless.... This song is so thought provoking.... And then you add your drumming and i just die...
all of Cobus's 30STM covers have been fucking perfect. You are truly my inspiration as a drummer. Been drummin for 5 years because of you and their may be people who dont believe your a god but you are.......the God of Drumming. Keep rockin brutha
This song is probably my favorite by them and seeing the joy he has while playing makes it that much better.
Great song, great drums, great cover, great drumming, great mix
Just
Great!
This is honestly one of the most incredible things I've ever witnessed. Your fills and cymbal work absolutely blow me away, and greatly inspire me. Don' you dare ever stop what you do!
Man u r one of the best drummers the world has ever seen!!!! Keep doing this because u r inspiration to us!!!!Great drum cover !!!!
Dear Cobus,
I just wated to say thanks for being an inspiration to me. Before your videos, I was never even interested in giving the drums a real try. This summer I'm planning on taking lessons. I reccomended, your cover of "Almost Easy" to a friend who does play. He thinks you're as amazing to watch as I do. Watching alone I was able to pick up all sorts of hints as to your playing. You have a gift. Thanks for all the posts!! Keep up the good work.
this is my fave cover in this series. I cant help but grin back stupidly whenever you feel good about hitting the drums and throwing your sticks. You clearly enjoy yourself, and that makes us enjoy your covers more :)
Cous has been such an inspiration to me.. to be honest, I think Cobus is one of the best drummers in the world. Thanks Potgieter!
I love how the snare choke is magically raised back up during the bridge ha. Cobus amazing man great job.
Oh how I envy you. Not for your talent alone, but for your ability to truly...feel the song and enjoy it till the very last moment of silence. My hands are shaking for just thinking how you must feel when you play.
There's no better drum cover of this song on TH-cam except this drum cover right here....I don't care what any of you say. This is the best, nuff said :P
i don't know where ever u r? i don't who u r? but i know u r true drummer dude... it's touching my heart. Actually i'm from INDIA searching on youtube, Rob bourdon drummer solo video and i found this one.... Thank u Cobus for uploading such an amazing video. God Bless u friend.
This is the best drum covered ever !! His action with his drum is amazing !
It’s 2021 and my thumbs are up. I figured 3,439,312 people could not be wrong.
This amazing. The second time I watched I put the play back speed
at 0.25. I just had to see that stick fly in the air again.
That underhit on the cymbal at 4:42 still blows me away. Talk about being LOCKED IN.
My God I am speechless.Great God given talent and a lot of practice and passion !!!!
one of the most epic songs that have ever been written ... then cobus covered it , worlds best combination
its amazing to see all those different sounds u can make out of your snare!
Super awesome, and you look like you are having the time of your life! Love it!
Your pedal work is amazing and your speed is incredible!
At 4:28 the majesty is unleashed!
In very good you play, I am delighted, my congratulations was the best drummer I've seen so far ... A kiss from Brazil!
this vid always puts a smile on my face. you have so much fun playing, not to mention you're amazingly skillful. you're a true inspiration to drummers, keep at it!
After all this time and all the covers you've done since, I still think this is the best on so many levels! :)
Bruh hearing this right now i was in high school, now im 30, and this is war, the song is PURE MAGIC but the cover sublime it so much dang thank you mr cobus
I think this my favorite Cobus cover. It's so musically inspiring and exciting.
its so awesome just seeing how much you're having fun when you play, especially near the end there! amazing!
this guy.... i wasn't so impressed with his old videos. but i've always kept my comments from him. but now. he has told me that 'hey why don't you go back to you set, and enjoy the creation of music? 'no gilispie's hard hitting, no barker's showmanship, no grey's crazy rhythms, no moore's chops, no mayer's stick control, no roddy's blasting, no greiner's metronome-like persistence but really, just enjoy the music and make it 'fun.' it was so free. so dedicated, but by his passion and his will.
makes me totally never want to give up drums. I negleted it for so many years. now i'm totally regretting. i'm getting back right away. thanks dude.
everyone wants to be a drummer. you're one of the reasons why ;) WOW. lemme know if your schedule frees up and ya wanna pop in on one of my tour dates... AMAZING.
So glad this is still up after all these years
wish i have one of your drumsets... my 2 year old son loves to watch you... .great covers keep it up
Watching someone do something with so much passion gives new meaning to life! Cobus, jy's 'n rolmodel!
that backhand cymbal hit really brings out the climax! really cool video
Jared's scream, amazing electric guitar and Cobus' drumming makes this his best yet. :))
Everytime i watch one of your videos i always notice something new and better
1:24 The look on his face tells everything! Love it!
yeah i love drum covers.... it is so heart pumping
By far this is the best cover youve done, might not be the hardest but the song means so much to me (with both my parents at war)
Wow. Speechless. That honestly gave me some chills near the end there. You sir, have earned a new subscription.
I really love to see you enjoying to play the bridge, awesome tricks with your sticks!
It's just amazing ! I really love it ! 30 seconds to mars is one of my favourite band ! You are so gifted !
THIS IS AMUZING! i am a 30STM fan almost 5 years and i have never seen anything like it. This is really epic. Jared, Shannon and Tomo must see that!