In the mid 1970s, I formed a three piece band (guitar, bass & drums). Our style was a fusion of rock and reggae. We gigged quite a lot, but nobody really, 'got' what we were trying to achieve. At one gig at a US Air Force (in England) a guy in the audience slipped a note onto the stage, saying, 'Play Yellow Ribbon, or I'll kill the power supply'. We obliged, but we still played it in a rocky/reggae style. And then The Police came along and showed us how it should've been done. BTW, on the original record, right at the end of the fade of the repeated, 'Sending out an S.O.S.' you can just hear Sting singing, 'Sending out an Esso Blue', which was a heating oil at the time. Good old British sense of humour.
We were called, 'The Flying Heroes'. I don't think l have any recordings any more. And l don't intend to rummage around in the attic all day looking for cassettes. I don't have a cassette player anyway.
Totally agree. The only reason I clicked on this video was to make sure the sound on my phone was working, and I ended up watching the whole thing. Simply incredible.
what i really liked was the fact that you switch hands on the hi-hat flawlessly, you are truly versatile and skilled, that was amazing, you nailed every back beat, every splash hit, every ride cymbal part, you make it look easy !! nicely done !!
Totally blown away. That was just a superb cover. I'm 58 and The Police were a huge part of my life growing up. Never ever did I think I would see a cover as good as yours. I have just watched this 6 times in a row, your work is flawless. Well done young man. I look forward to seeing more from you.
Very impressive! 🤩👍 Copeland himself had done loads of overdubs on the studio recording, like the Ride bell in the verses, the descending toms in the chorus and the fill-ins in the outro 🙂
I have been a drummer since I was 4 years old, and during the time I have been playing I have come across many many drummers who can play flawlessly. However none as swift and talented as you, Well done!! your hard work has clearly paid off👏👏👏
This is amazing, your cymbal work is on point and everything else just blew me away. This is by far the best drum cover of this song out there hands down.
Ive seen others play it, but yes this is how i remembered it and played it, very fast and some techno, most over play the techno jazz, when its not really that at all Great job👍😎
You and Michalkow (and in his cover, he looks like he's been playing a bit longer than you have) - top drawer. I can only echo the praise of others in this thread who have understood the details they say you nailed down with various kit components. Outstanding!
In the mid 1970s, I formed a three piece band (guitar, bass & drums). Our style was a fusion of rock and reggae. We gigged quite a lot, but nobody really, 'got' what we were trying to achieve. At one gig at a US Air Force (in England) a guy in the audience slipped a note onto the stage, saying, 'Play Yellow Ribbon, or I'll kill the power supply'. We obliged, but we still played it in a rocky/reggae style. And then The Police came along and showed us how it should've been done. BTW, on the original record, right at the end of the fade of the repeated, 'Sending out an S.O.S.' you can just hear Sting singing, 'Sending out an Esso Blue', which was a heating oil at the time. Good old British sense of humour.
What was your band called? I'd love to hear your songs :P
Yes I thought I was hearing things when he sang’ sending out an Esso Blue !
We were called, 'The Flying Heroes'. I don't think l have any recordings any more. And l don't intend to rummage around in the attic all day looking for cassettes. I don't have a cassette player anyway.
This is a flawless cover, and maybe Copeland’s best work.
i have watched so many drum covers of this song and finally someone played it like Stewart Copeland. My deepest respect!
Thank you so much!
Like everyone else I agree that this is by far the best cover I have ever seen..SC would be proud to shake your hand
Thank you so much, Clifford! That would’ve been a dream!
Well he might soon do it, Copeland is Alive anyway
You are so spot on. I thinking for any cover for that matter. How impressive. What talent!
Totally agree. The only reason I clicked on this video was to make sure the sound on my phone was working, and I ended up watching the whole thing. Simply incredible.
By far the closest cover to the original I’ve ever heard, awesome job!
watch Jake gilbert's drum cover
Awesome job! Grew up listening to the Police.
Excellent.
perfect.... like it so much
Wow. 👍👍👍
Man oh man...I watched it a couple of times.
Gratz. Great feel and sound.
AWESOME
Thank you so much!!
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Beautiful
Superb!😮
Stunning!
what i really liked was the fact that you switch hands on the hi-hat flawlessly, you are truly versatile and skilled, that was amazing, you nailed every back beat, every splash hit, every ride cymbal part, you make it look easy !! nicely done !!
Thank you so much for those kind words! I truly appreciate it :))
Perfection. Right down to the rim tap. 👍👍
Totally blown away.
That was just a superb cover.
I'm 58 and The Police were a huge part of my life growing up.
Never ever did I think I would see a cover as good as yours.
I have just watched this 6 times in a row, your work is flawless.
Well done young man.
I look forward to seeing more from you.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I truly appreciate it!!
Great cymbal
Perfect good Job boy
Super - 👏👏👏👏👏
Thank you :)
Absolutely amazing.
Thanks!’
Grande!!!
Bravo
Wow. 💪
Very impressive! 🤩👍 Copeland himself had done loads of overdubs on the studio recording, like the Ride bell in the verses, the descending toms in the chorus and the fill-ins in the outro 🙂
Class👏🤘
Thank you!!
This drum part is Proof of the “off center-on purpose” genius of SC. It’s A real accomplishment to learn this cover. Kudos and Thanks
Yes, Copeland is a master at composing interesting rhythms. Thank you!
Excellent Drumming 🥁
Perfection. 🤩🤩🤩
Amazing! Nailed every lick, idiosyncrasy, nuance. Fabulous!
awesome, Thank you very much.
Thank you!
nice job !! thank you.
Bravo💪
Thank you!!
Good job! 🥁
👏👏👏👏👏
very cool !
Yes!
Well done
By far the exact way of drums play for MIAB..congrats..👍👍
超絶テクニック！
感動しました
Perfectamente ejecutado. Enhorabuena.
Great job Adam!
Very well played! And perfect ride choice for this song btw.! Old classic Raker! :)
Thank you! Yes, it’s quite similar to the rides Copeland often uses :)
Amazing
Thank you!
👏👏👏💪
Perfect
Gratz!!!!
perfect cover
Thanks!!
Note for note. 💪
Superb again
Thank you!
EXCELLENT EXCELLENT,,,,,, JOHN
Very tasteful 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Thanks!
Killed it man, awesome job
You nailed it 👍the best cover! Superb 👍
Thank you!
GOLD!!!
I have been a drummer since I was 4 years old, and during the time I have been playing I have come across many many drummers who can play flawlessly. However none as swift and talented as you, Well done!! your hard work has clearly paid off👏👏👏
Thank you so much for your kind words!
Tremendo!
SOLID BRO!!
Amazing cover my friend! Subbed :)
This is amazing, your cymbal work is on point and everything else just blew me away. This is by far the best drum cover of this song out there hands down.
Thank you so much!! That’s great to hear!
Pretty awesome
Thank you, Roderick!
Excellent, bravo 👍😉 .
wow. great job!
Thank you!
BEST and most accurate cover I've seen so far for this song.....perfection, Thanks you
Thank you for your kind words!
excelente, broder.
Holy high hat! Nice
Sooo amazing cover🎉
great job
Thank you!
Your timing is impeccable my man, drums sound awesome too 👍
Thank you!
Impecable. Hats off.
What a groove. whoever your band mates are... they are lucky
Thank you so much, Oscar!!!
Best cover I've seen
Thank you so much, Steve!!!
Great cover!
Thank you!
Grymt!
Tack!
When I was first learning this it was super hard
Leading with the right AND THE LEFT!
Phenomenal Drum Cover!
Thank you!!!
good cover, nice drum kit
Thank you!
Definitely the BEST and most accurate cover I've seen so far. Amazing job
Thank you so much, Julio!
so good!!!
Thank you!
Awesome!! 😮
authentically beautiful.
Sensaciones!!!😊
holy shit
Ive seen others play it, but yes this is how i remembered it and played it, very fast and some techno, most over play the techno jazz, when its not really that at all
Great job👍😎
Thank you so much!
You're a monster.... appreciate the effort put into this.. I had no idea it was so complex
Thank you! What makes it complex is really playing the overdub and the basic beat at the same time which Copeland never did.
excellent! this piece has alot of complexity - very well done!
2:10 section AWESOME!
That was perfect
Thank you!!
Great job, you looked stressed to make sure you got it right. You did! Stu would be proud.
I got an electric kit this week and just saw your video. And now I’m going to sell it
Haha that’s unfortunate!
Exceptional. Saw the Police live in December 1979 and message in a bottle was always my favourite. Excellent cover. Well done
Thank you!! Lucky you :))
What a Great performance !!! Congratulations ! 👏
You and Michalkow (and in his cover, he looks like he's been playing a bit longer than you have) - top drawer. I can only echo the praise of others in this thread who have understood the details they say you nailed down with various kit components. Outstanding!
Thank you so much!
A spotless cover!!!
Nice fills!
Thank you!
Great job ...!
Independence, timing, groove, playing loose, ✅
Impressively done man.
Thank you so much!!
Excellet!! one of the best drum covers without a doubt. Congratulations Adam.
Thank you so much!
Bravissimo
Thanks!
Nice job! Stew admitted that he added another track for the cymbal bell in the third verse, but you did it all by yourself without overdubbing. Nice!
Thank you! Yeah, I decided to challenge myself and do it without overdubs.
magnifico.
Thank you!