I think we all won. This has been one of the most fun videos I've watched since the pandemic started and I'm so thankful for ya'll putting this together. Cobus, Casey and Sweetwater. Thank you all.
The winner is Nick D’Virgilio because he just showing off his skills as a referee, drummer, and commentator. But, nice work Casey and Cobus amazing drumming 🥁!
As a drummer that doesn't follow either of these guys, I can objectively say it's not even close between these two. Cobus has way better stick technique, wrist strength, and timing......which is most important. Not too mention he obviously has better chops and feel.
yea im not gonna lie there are prob so many drummers leagues beyond cooper who rnt famous idk why he's that famous tbh not even tryna hate on him he's just not that good i guess he lacks creativity and just plays fast singles lol
This means a lot for us who grew up watching these two. This seems like a throwback to the good old 2000s' and 2010s' when we were still trying to learn drums while being absolutely awed by Cobus' and Cooper's covers. Cobus showed us the beast behind his incredibly methodological and versatile playing prowess and totally deserved the win, but Cooper put up a good show as well by keeping up and displaying his hard-hitting playing style! These two are incredibly amazing drummers, and I'd love to see them do more stuff together in the future.
What an absolute insane pair of drummers. While I am on team Cobus (Quibbius) as he was the guy who inspired me to play drums. Seeing a different style of drummers come together for a bit of fun and make possibly the funniest drumming video other than Mike Portnoy... Bravo. Quibbius has been unbelievably unlucky with the TH-cam algorithm, and I admit seeing Cooper rise on TH-cam while my hero didn't have the same stardom made me a bit biased. I wasn't a fan of Cooper. This changed my mind completely. While I wish Quibbius had the same Stardom as Cooper, fuck me Cooper is insane. They both deserve to be praised. If you're a fan of Quibbius then go support Cooper. If you're a fan of Cooper, go show Quibbius some love. I guarantee it'll be worth it. Both these guys are unbelievable.
I didn't even realize there was a competition, I just paused right before round 3 to give my opinion, And when Nick joined that was Goldust for me. Sorry im a month late, Don't care about the competition, all I said above still stands. Any drummer who has lost their inspiration has won this competition. Its reignited a spark for me, and if it lights a spark for anyone else, even one person. Then its a win.
Let’s be honest they put they hard work in this battle but I know everyone won because nobody is better than someone else. 🥁🥁 CONGRATULATIONS FOR BOTH OF THEM USING THERE TALENT TOGETHER LEARNING WHAT TO PRACTICE ON! 😀
It was a bit closer than I thought it would be, but Ref Nick definitely won. Great performance guys, very nicely done video. Thanks Sweetwater for doing this, made for a great video!
According to me, Casey Cooper is the winner because he played very neat, very fast and very impressively... His drums (especially snare) sounded soooo goood... He had such a huge variety of cymbals and unique stands...
I started playing drums because of COOPER 🔥🔥🔥and I learnt HEEL TOE because of COBUS🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥! I literally started liking drums when Cooper posted his AMERICA'S GOT TALENT video and since I never left drums thanks cooperdrummer 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
This drum battle shows you how both drummers have different playing styles & still having fun while performing. That’s what it’s all about. Im going for cooper and loved the 1st challenge of horse DRUM
Even though Casey brought me into drumming I must side with cobus here. But the double bass without throne is pretty cool. Real winners are the viewers because I haven't seen a drum video with this good quality and production in my life.
@@andrewworrall4302 Jammer, ek kan nie praat baie Afrikaans nie, I was born speaking English and wasn’t taught proper Afrikaans in primary school, so I’m really struggling to understand and speak Afrikaans
I have to give this one to Casey. I thought his fills just flowed the best throughout and his technical side really showed up. But the best part was around minute 24 when they were in sync with their fills. It was crazy good to watch.
I backed Cobus ever since I heard about this, and after watching, I still fully believe he won this. That said, Cooper earned some of my respect - he did far better than I expected him to in all of this. Also, Nick killed it - drumming and otherwise! Thank you to everyone who put this on, truly fun to watch!
Men, that's was, indeed, really fun! I didn't know Coopers, and he actually impressed me. But still I see Cobus as more versatile, faster and creative. Congrats for the event, I enjoyed a lot.
Regardless of the outcome here, which I'm sure this was all setup and scripted, Cobus is most definitely a more skilled player than Cooper. Not to belittle Coopers abilities in anyway. This is just my opinion, of course. They're both super talented, and have been a source of inspiration for me personally for many years. Awesome playing, bros. You never disappoint. 🤘🥁🤘
I love how Nick D’Virgilio is the ring announcer, commentator, and ref at the same time!!!! I watched part of this on Facebook and it’s pretty funny!!! And that “LLLLLET’S GET READY TO DRUM ROOOOOOOOOOLLLLLLLLLLL!!!!!!!!!! And on top of that, he’s wearing a tux!!! As far as I’m concerned, Nick won this hands down!!!!
Singles on double bass is something you definitely have to practice regularly to maintain, but I'm genuinely surprised to know he mostly does doubles on double bass!
Cobus cobus! They both have a special place in my drumming heart, But I watch cobus first and been watching him longer. All the videos he would record at a church super late at night and just had a huge impact on my life.
Cooper is no slouch and I think he gets unfairly labeled as a showman with mediocre abilities, but yeah overall Cobus is more skilled. Nick is better than both of them though.
People need to realise that Cooper and Cobus have different posture and different technique. Cooper has longer arms and legs so his posture LOOKS like he's less technical, but that's far from the case. Cobus just "fits" better behind the kit and to everyone he seems cleaner than Casey. But the fact is, they're on a very very similar level and are both very gifted drummers. For this battle, my vote goes to Cobus by a hair!
i was thinking the ref was gonna raise his hands and declare himself winner lol. on a serious note this was BEAUTIFULLY done. everything about this was fantastic i couldn’t stop smiling the whole way through. two amazing drummers. well done 👍
Casey was a lot cleaner and on time than I was expecting after watching his videos, he's a great drummer but he's usually more flash than precision so I have a new respect for him. Cobus was incredible as always so I really can't pick a winner! Great video and one of the most entertaining drum battles I have ever seen! Hats off to both of you!
I'm so glad they did this I've always wanted to see those two go head to head Ther both my favorite drummers on TH-cam I never thought it would actually happen
This was a decade in the making. I’m glad my personal favorite came out on top but it’s these kinda events that bring music to life and it’s truly inspiring. Great job Cobus and Cooper (biased but especially Cobus😉) and Mr. D’Virgilio ofc!! 💙
This was great! I'm an elementary school music teacher and I have been working on rhythm with my classes. I showed sections of this video over the course of a few weeks. The kids had a blast and were super excited the whole way through. This helped inspire my students with percussion instruments. Even if they don't continue to pursue music, this video showed them how much fun music and musicians can be. Thanks Sweetwater, Cooper, and Cobus!
Both drummers are freaking amazing. I've been a huge Cobus fan for years, but it looks like there may be a shift in loyalty here. I have to give this to Casey Cooper. I can't believe Cobus didn't know the iconic Van Halen intro. Either way, both of these guys are amazing.
I think Cobus won. He rocks and is such a nice guy. I love watching him play. He inspires me to continue moving forward, he is one of my biggest role models!🥁🔥
Great work setting this up, Sweetwater! This was much more entertaining to watch than a straightforward drum-off. Loved the various challenges they had to do and those giant sticks! Fairly even throughout but I pick Cobus as the winner.
5:44 - 5:54 Cobus’ overall dynamic awareness is a little more evident throughout the battle. Casey’s power and confidence did play in his favour though. 8:07 Cobus reveals a slight weakness (like we all have) which is singles on double bass. He compensates this with crazy speed on heel-toe doubles shown on quite a few of his videos. 9:56 - 10:04 another example of what I mean about dynamics; Casey didn’t look as comfortable as Cobus but, once again, redeemed himself on his next opportunity at 10:08 with power, confidence and great showmanship. The funk track that Casey played at 11:32 was, in my opinion, his best display of dynamic awareness; very well executed. 19:59 the stank face that began to set Cobus on the right path to winning this this battle... 22:13 in my opinion, Cobus’ best display of dynamics! 23:08 my favorite fill played by Casey! 23:43 without a doubt, the stank face that gave Cobus the victory... Loved the video guys! Two highly accomplished drummers, yet such down to earth guys; always fun to watch. Been following your work for so many years and it seriously amazes me to see how much you still do to continue inspiring millions of people with your drumming. Muchas gracias for doing that!
The Oscar goes to Nick D'Virgilio for best performance of a cheesey commentator and ringmaster.. And Nick's wardrobe people for the shiny sports coat!..
The way they played, they're so amazing and talented. But I love the most is the way cobus played. He nailed it!! I knew Cobus will win this battle. God bless both of you ^_^
I declare myself the winner, for being able to have witnessed this!!!! If we’re giving out second place trophies though, I suppose the Glorious and Majestic Cobus gets that one.
I did appreciate a lot of the fills and grooves of both these guys. With love for both sides, I am bound by my conscience to give Cobus the win. Gotta love the guy's chops and tightness ❤️
@@mistergenin21 There are some other things that Cobus has done are unmatched. Or simpler, even his double bass patterns or single pedal slide technique are very hard to do at that perfection.
@@pataudi8025 I've been watching Cobus since 2008 and I would say that the way Cobus plays is really unique and elegance also cleanliness is one of his greatest perk.
@@mistergenin21 Hey, I found an og fan, I have been watching him since 2009 when I accidentally saw his Kelly Clarkson cover video, and all the points you mentioned are absolutely true and plus, he's very smooth around the toms unlike Cooper who just hits then like a maniac.
That was insane. Nice one for setting this one up, SW! Got nothing but respect for both of these wood-wielding wizards, BUT, our vote goes to Cobus on this one. What a legend! This was hella exciting, both won in different ways.
I absolutely loved this. Been following Cobus the entirety of my drum career and discovered Cooper not long after. Both fantastic drummer that have inspired me. 😁
Great "enemies" lead up and promo's to a good-hearted drum battle! Personally, I think it was the one-handed "handcuff" challenge that won it for Cobus! hahahaha! I'd like to see more "friendly enemies" drum battles! The world could use the "friendly enemies" message! Although pretty even, Cobus for the win! And hat's off to the production crew and team that created this battle!
I think this was a fair fight! All rounds tight with a close and difficult decision! But I got to agree with the judges! Cobus did a lil bit better. But the true true winner was Nick D'Virgilio! Awesome drummer!!
Overall, super fun to watch! These guys humble me as a drummer so to see them fall apart in some areas makes me feel better about my abilities. 😁 Hard to pick a winner, but I'm going with Cooper. That said, the one-armed drumming by Cobus was impressive.
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I think Cooper won because his name is very similar to my name.
Why am I the first like and comment? This feels weird.
And I m the first one to like your reply
@@MetaKnight3768 yeah
Wow
Wait, that's illegal...
I think we all won.
This has been one of the most fun videos I've watched since the pandemic started and I'm so thankful for ya'll putting this together.
Cobus, Casey and Sweetwater.
Thank you all.
Yeah, but at the end, i think Cobus won !
I guess you'll be goin up against cobus.
@@bam11493 hahaha in my wildest dreams!!
"The real winners were the friends we made along the way" 🤣
Collab with Cobus please ❤️
The winner is Nick D’Virgilio because he just showing off his skills as a referee, drummer, and commentator.
But, nice work Casey and Cobus amazing drumming 🥁!
3:50!
HOW DID THEY AFFORD JON LOVETT for this??
As a drummer that doesn't follow either of these guys, I can objectively say it's not even close between these two. Cobus has way better stick technique, wrist strength, and timing......which is most important. Not too mention he obviously has better chops and feel.
Exactly correct
yea im not gonna lie there are prob so many drummers leagues beyond cooper who rnt famous idk why he's that famous tbh not even tryna hate on him he's just not that good i guess he lacks creativity and just plays fast singles lol
check out alexander flood. kid has like 1000 subs somehow he's exponentially better than cooper
@@efafe4972 you have Kaarlo Conley too
This has been my exact argument for like the past 15 years
The winner is Nick D'Virgilio. funny man got some acting skills.
Nick is fantastic dude, such a great drummer too
@@Red0991 A kick ass bass player and vocalist as well!
A man of many talents✌
Nick could be like Rob Schneider’s brother
Well deserved the win for COBUUUUSSSSSS
@@aldoarias6653 How?
The next battle will be Matt Mcguire vs Luke Holland, that would also be an exciting to watch.
Luke would eat him alive
@@carlomazzone6101 nah Matt would
I think that's gonna be one hell of a fight 🤘
just by imagine it we know that would be an amazing battle
Or Mike Terrana vs Luke Holland #old vs young
This means a lot for us who grew up watching these two. This seems like a throwback to the good old 2000s' and 2010s' when we were still trying to learn drums while being absolutely awed by Cobus' and Cooper's covers.
Cobus showed us the beast behind his incredibly methodological and versatile playing prowess and totally deserved the win, but Cooper put up a good show as well by keeping up and displaying his hard-hitting playing style! These two are incredibly amazing drummers, and I'd love to see them do more stuff together in the future.
Cobus got this in my book, that man's bass skills have had me in awe for years.
Cobus is in a different league imo
These 2 guys were the OG of TH-cam drummers, prior 2010, their videos were top drawers.
They still are
Maybe it's just me who's moved on😅 there are some crazy TH-cam metal drummers these days, and I'm hooked by their skills
@@TheSunMoon though cobus 2021 afterlife drum cover surely hooked you back
Word.
Jared Falk has been making videos WAY longer than these two, and with none of the arrogance.
Who will rise to the top? Who will emerge as the king of the kit? The Drum Battle of the Year is ON!
me
@@fish5676 cobus
Cobus. No brainer.
Cobus
cobus!
After this, we NEED to see David Raouf vs Stephen Taylor.
@AcePitcher 6 EXACTLY what I thought it would be called!
Perfect match up
How about Cooper AND Cobus vs Nick? That would be interesting.
Yesss
Plus, they should have to build their own kit from weird stuff
I’ve been watching this dudes since I was a kid. Seeing them together in 1 frame really excites me!
This really should become a series. Y’all should do another one with Eric Moore vs Tony Roster, Jr. 😂
THIS WOULD BE 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Actually, in all honesty, Nick was the champ. He was incredibly entertaining to watch! But as for the drum battle.... Cobus all the Way.
Cobus won this without a doubt. Cobus has more musicality to his playing and his playing is really clean and on point. 😊
We can fight next 😛
What an absolute insane pair of drummers. While I am on team Cobus (Quibbius) as he was the guy who inspired me to play drums. Seeing a different style of drummers come together for a bit of fun and make possibly the funniest drumming video other than Mike Portnoy... Bravo. Quibbius has been unbelievably unlucky with the TH-cam algorithm, and I admit seeing Cooper rise on TH-cam while my hero didn't have the same stardom made me a bit biased. I wasn't a fan of Cooper. This changed my mind completely. While I wish Quibbius had the same Stardom as Cooper, fuck me Cooper is insane. They both deserve to be praised. If you're a fan of Quibbius then go support Cooper. If you're a fan of Cooper, go show Quibbius some love. I guarantee it'll be worth it. Both these guys are unbelievable.
I didn't even realize there was a competition, I just paused right before round 3 to give my opinion, And when Nick joined that was Goldust for me. Sorry im a month late, Don't care about the competition, all I said above still stands. Any drummer who has lost their inspiration has won this competition. Its reignited a spark for me, and if it lights a spark for anyone else, even one person. Then its a win.
Cobus won imo. He's more technical and I like his feel better.
This has to be one of the greatest fights ever!!! 🥊🥁
Who's your picl for this match??
Matt McGuire vs Travis Barker
Yes! We need more of this
@@bedanta__1760 Matt all day
Way better than mayweather vs Paul 😝
Aaron Kitcher vs Sean Cameron.
Let’s be honest they put they hard work in this battle but I know everyone won because nobody is better than someone else. 🥁🥁 CONGRATULATIONS FOR BOTH OF THEM USING THERE TALENT TOGETHER LEARNING WHAT TO PRACTICE ON! 😀
This is some of the most enjoyable TH-cam content I’ve ever seen. Fantastic work!
Been subscribed to Cobus for more than 10 years. Already know he's going to win.
EDIT: Well, fancy that.
Cobus definitely took the cake. Cooper’s drumming was still outstanding though
Obviously not! They are way too good for those mistakes they "committed". This show was truly entertaining 🤩
It was a bit closer than I thought it would be, but Ref Nick definitely won.
Great performance guys, very nicely done video. Thanks Sweetwater for doing this, made for a great video!
According to me, Casey Cooper is the winner because he played very neat, very fast and very impressively... His drums (especially snare) sounded soooo goood... He had such a huge variety of cymbals and unique stands...
Now we need Cobus vs Jared Falk and finally put that old school rivalry to bed
Jared would cry in his sleep
Unfair battle, Jared is technical, Cobus has epic chops, each is the best in their way.
Everyone: being excited for Paul vs mayweather
Drummers: 😒
I started playing drums because of COOPER 🔥🔥🔥and I learnt HEEL TOE because of COBUS🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥!
I literally started liking drums when Cooper posted his AMERICA'S GOT TALENT video and since I never left drums thanks cooperdrummer 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@@COOP3RDRUMM3R 😍😍😍 thank you so much man for everything it really really means a lot🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
This drum battle shows you how both drummers have different playing styles & still having fun while performing. That’s what it’s all about. Im going for cooper and loved the 1st challenge of horse DRUM
I started watching Cobus back when he was playing in that church in South Africa. He totally won!
Yes! Angels and Airwaves - Call to arms.
And he was a MONSTER even back then.
Even though Casey brought me into drumming I must side with cobus here. But the double bass without throne is pretty cool.
Real winners are the viewers because I haven't seen a drum video with this good quality and production in my life.
I didn’t know that Kobus’s name was pronounced Quibiss
Yes, he is Afrikaans speaking from my country South Africa
He's South African
Hello fellow South African drummers
@@thejdmguru621 hello. Slaan daie dromme
@@andrewworrall4302 Jammer, ek kan nie praat baie Afrikaans nie, I was born speaking English and wasn’t taught proper Afrikaans in primary school, so I’m really struggling to understand and speak Afrikaans
I have to give this one to Casey. I thought his fills just flowed the best throughout and his technical side really showed up. But the best part was around minute 24 when they were in sync with their fills. It was crazy good to watch.
regardless of skill level, his style is very conventional. maybe good for technical study, but not as interesting to listen to
Who is Casey isaac
The winner has to drum battle Luke Holland next!!! 😂
Then eventually, Matt McGuire 😂
@@M4RCM0NT31R0 there we are... The god Matt mcguire
Why not McGuire VS Holland? 😁😁
Then Tony Taylor Jr.
What about Greyson Nekrutman??
Definitely rooted for Cobus! He's still the winner for me after 10 years!
Yes but Troy Wright number one.
It was close, but I have to say Cobus because Casey lost his count a few times. Both are AMAZING drummers.
Thanks QuaShaun! Definitely got a little too distracted watching nick and Cobus and forgot to come in 😂😂
@@COOP3RDRUMM3R anytime man. Been a LONGTIME fan of yours!
You guys are amazing, 30 minutes of my life well spent. Thank you for your entertainment.
I was pulling for Cobus, but love them both. What a fun duel this was. When's the rematch, @sweetwater? 😉
I backed Cobus ever since I heard about this, and after watching, I still fully believe he won this. That said, Cooper earned some of my respect - he did far better than I expected him to in all of this.
Also, Nick killed it - drumming and otherwise!
Thank you to everyone who put this on, truly fun to watch!
Men, that's was, indeed, really fun! I didn't know Coopers, and he actually impressed me. But still I see Cobus as more versatile, faster and creative. Congrats for the event, I enjoyed a lot.
Regardless of the outcome here, which I'm sure this was all setup and scripted, Cobus is most definitely a more skilled player than Cooper. Not to belittle Coopers abilities in anyway. This is just my opinion, of course. They're both super talented, and have been a source of inspiration for me personally for many years. Awesome playing, bros. You never disappoint. 🤘🥁🤘
Realized I was saying “cobus” wrong 😂 but that isn’t as embarrassing as Cooper losing. Cobus will always slay all day. 🔥🔥🔥 #foreverfan #quibisswins
I love how Nick D’Virgilio is the ring announcer, commentator, and ref at the same time!!!! I watched part of this on Facebook and it’s pretty funny!!! And that “LLLLLET’S GET READY TO DRUM ROOOOOOOOOOLLLLLLLLLLL!!!!!!!!!!
And on top of that, he’s wearing a tux!!! As far as I’m concerned, Nick won this hands down!!!!
Cooper's good, but "more double kick" isn't the answer to everything. Cobus is the winner for me.
U r absolutely right
Tell that to Luke Holland and his “hard fills”.
@@GabrielXDrums dude you can’t compare someone like Luke Holland to these guys LMAOOO that’s almost like comparing Thomas Lang to these guys🤣
@@GabrielXDrums compare to Cooper, Luke's actually far way better
@@alessaziergener7861 sure
This is the best video to come out of TH-cam. Period. Modern Gene and Buddy. Thank you guys so much for this!
Cobus got the win on that one. His rhythmic accuracy and his pocket fit along with his chops makes him the indisputable winner.
Cooper is solid, but my guy Cobus has got this by a wide margin
Nope
@@rogul3063 Yep
@@rogul3063 yup
@@rogul3063 yup
@@rogul3063 Yep
I literally surprised when cobus said "i can't do singles" the basic goes to cooper 🤣
Never forget rudiments, kids
Singles on double bass is something you definitely have to practice regularly to maintain, but I'm genuinely surprised to know he mostly does doubles on double bass!
Cobus cobus! They both have a special place in my drumming heart, But I watch cobus first and been watching him longer. All the videos he would record at a church super late at night and just had a huge impact on my life.
Cobus is just flat out a better drummer, he wins pretty handily imo.
Cooper is no slouch and I think he gets unfairly labeled as a showman with mediocre abilities, but yeah overall Cobus is more skilled. Nick is better than both of them though.
They need to take this on the road and do drum battles all over. 🥁👊
but bring it back to south africa, cobus needs to see his family
People need to realise that Cooper and Cobus have different posture and different technique. Cooper has longer arms and legs so his posture LOOKS like he's less technical, but that's far from the case. Cobus just "fits" better behind the kit and to everyone he seems cleaner than Casey. But the fact is, they're on a very very similar level and are both very gifted drummers.
For this battle, my vote goes to Cobus by a hair!
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Ehh. I’ve watched quite a bit of Cooper’s drumming now days and he’s not all that great. He’s not horrible though.
“Sweetwater does not sell blindfolds” 😂😂🤣
Thanks for the very entertaining video guys, I loved it!😃
Nick: God this is horrible
Also Nick: Incredible!
i was thinking the ref was gonna raise his hands and declare himself winner lol. on a serious note this was BEAUTIFULLY done. everything about this was fantastic i couldn’t stop smiling the whole way through. two amazing drummers. well done 👍
Casey was a lot cleaner and on time than I was expecting after watching his videos, he's a great drummer but he's usually more flash than precision so I have a new respect for him. Cobus was incredible as always so I really can't pick a winner! Great video and one of the most entertaining drum battles I have ever seen! Hats off to both of you!
I'm so glad they did this I've always wanted to see those two go head to head Ther both my favorite drummers on TH-cam I never thought it would actually happen
The quality of this video is next level. Great work guys
Thanks! 😎🙌
@@sweetwater nice products
This was a decade in the making. I’m glad my personal favorite came out on top but it’s these kinda events that bring music to life and it’s truly inspiring. Great job Cobus and Cooper (biased but especially Cobus😉) and Mr. D’Virgilio ofc!! 💙
Girlfriend: He's probably cheating on me.
Me and the boys: 22:34
This was great! I'm an elementary school music teacher and I have been working on rhythm with my classes. I showed sections of this video over the course of a few weeks. The kids had a blast and were super excited the whole way through. This helped inspire my students with percussion instruments. Even if they don't continue to pursue music, this video showed them how much fun music and musicians can be. Thanks Sweetwater, Cooper, and Cobus!
Hey Greg! I had the honor of working on this video and your comment just made my day. Cheers to you and your students! 👏
I loved the part w Cobus and the giant sticks!😂 he actually played it really well!
I have those sticks but I think I’ll pass on trying to play with them 😆
@@BEElaine1008 good call😂
This was too entertaining. Both drummers are unique in their own ways, and thats what is beautiful about drumming!
But I believe Cobus did win. Casey is flashy and entertaining, but Cobus always delivers the dynamics and groove. Cheers!
Cobus won. I followed him since my very beggining with drumming 13 years ago.
@@COOP3RDRUMM3R LMAAOO Man! You did great though! I honestly hadn't expected such a great performance
This was so much fun!! Well done Sweetwater
Both drummers are freaking amazing. I've been a huge Cobus fan for years, but it looks like there may be a shift in loyalty here. I have to give this to Casey Cooper. I can't believe Cobus didn't know the iconic Van Halen intro. Either way, both of these guys are amazing.
Hes from South Africa give me a break
I think Cobus won. He rocks and is such a nice guy. I love watching him play. He inspires me to continue moving forward, he is one of my biggest role models!🥁🔥
Of all the drum battles i've watched this is the most entertaining. They are both very good drummers.
For me the winner is cobus.
Best drum battle ever! Nick, Hollywood’s calling! Thanks Sweetwater!
I can’t chose who won, because both of them inspired me to start playing drums again many years ago. Well done, thank you both!
Great work setting this up, Sweetwater! This was much more entertaining to watch than a straightforward drum-off. Loved the various challenges they had to do and those giant sticks! Fairly even throughout but I pick Cobus as the winner.
5:44 - 5:54 Cobus’ overall dynamic awareness is a little more evident throughout the battle. Casey’s power and confidence did play in his favour though.
8:07 Cobus reveals a slight weakness (like we all have) which is singles on double bass. He compensates this with crazy speed on heel-toe doubles shown on quite a few of his videos.
9:56 - 10:04 another example of what I mean about dynamics; Casey didn’t look as comfortable as Cobus but, once again, redeemed himself on his next opportunity at 10:08 with power, confidence and great showmanship.
The funk track that Casey played at 11:32 was, in my opinion, his best display of dynamic awareness; very well executed.
19:59 the stank face that began to set Cobus on the right path to winning this this battle...
22:13 in my opinion, Cobus’ best display of dynamics!
23:08 my favorite fill played by Casey!
23:43 without a doubt, the stank face that gave Cobus the victory...
Loved the video guys! Two highly accomplished drummers, yet such down to earth guys; always fun to watch. Been following your work for so many years and it seriously amazes me to see how much you still do to continue inspiring millions of people with your drumming.
Muchas gracias for doing that!
Super cool write up :) appreciate your insight and opinions! Thanks for watching!
This has been the most exciting drum battle I've ever seen
I'm gonna have to give it to Cobus! Definitely the most creative 🤘🏼
I think cobus has a larger range so I’d say he won
The Oscar goes to Nick D'Virgilio for best performance of a cheesey commentator and ringmaster..
And Nick's wardrobe people for the shiny sports coat!..
This was awesome! Must admit that I never knew of either of them they are both phenomenal drummers. So much fun watching this! Thanks!
cobus probably won this. but the real winners are us, who were allowed to witness this awesome battle.
I think all of the three guys won, after all it's three brilliant, talented and hard working drummers jamming with each other.
Gotta be honest, I grew up as a drummer by cooper, but cobus really deserved that win! but the "Follow me" part with Nick, A-MA-ZING!!!!
Cobus’ face at the sight of the handcuffs 15:17 was pure terror! 🤣
Cobus! Watching the D.R.U.M. battle in round one, seeing them challenge each other’s weakness, was great to see!
These are lucky guys, living the dream.
The winner is cobus, and i think that he's a big drummer, On this vs The best
The way they played, they're so amazing and talented. But I love the most is the way cobus played. He nailed it!! I knew Cobus will win this battle. God bless both of you ^_^
Cobus won! Cooper won! The world won with these two talented guys! Can't wait for the rematch. Well done! Hopefully I won Cobus' kit!
Cobus looked like he was just having fun and nick looked like he was trying so hard not to mess up lol #teamCobus
Cobus absolutely wins this hands down. Cobus is a Drummer's drummer, Casey brought it today for sure but not usually my cup of tea.
casey got the feel of a steel hammer
Loved this. One of the many reasons that Sweetwater rocks!
I declare myself the winner, for being able to have witnessed this!!!! If we’re giving out second place trophies though, I suppose the Glorious and Majestic Cobus gets that one.
I did appreciate a lot of the fills and grooves of both these guys.
With love for both sides, I am bound by my conscience to give Cobus the win.
Gotta love the guy's chops and tightness ❤️
Cobus was being modest. He's a way better player than what he showed here.
We know right! If he had thrown up those Kelly Clarkson crossovers then no comparison
So you're saying that Cobus wasn't even show his full potential also I'm just wondering if Cooper could "sharingan" cobus crossovers lol.
@@mistergenin21 There are some other things that Cobus has done are unmatched. Or simpler, even his double bass patterns or single pedal slide technique are very hard to do at that perfection.
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I've been watching Cobus since 2008 and I would say that the way Cobus plays is really unique and elegance also cleanliness is one of his greatest perk.
@@mistergenin21 Hey, I found an og fan, I have been watching him since 2009 when I accidentally saw his Kelly Clarkson cover video, and all the points you mentioned are absolutely true and plus, he's very smooth around the toms unlike Cooper who just hits then like a maniac.
That was insane. Nice one for setting this one up, SW! Got nothing but respect for both of these wood-wielding wizards, BUT, our vote goes to Cobus on this one. What a legend! This was hella exciting, both won in different ways.
Omg im such a fan of both of these gentlemen...
Thank u so much nick and SWEETWATER.
O YEA WE NEED MORE COWBELL:)!
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All of us are the winners, that was so fun! Slight edge in my book to Casey. Double bass with no throne? Come on!
I absolutely loved this. Been following Cobus the entirety of my drum career and discovered Cooper not long after. Both fantastic drummer that have inspired me. 😁
Great "enemies" lead up and promo's to a good-hearted drum battle! Personally, I think it was the one-handed "handcuff" challenge that won it for Cobus! hahahaha! I'd like to see more "friendly enemies" drum battles! The world could use the "friendly enemies" message! Although pretty even, Cobus for the win! And hat's off to the production crew and team that created this battle!
I think this was a fair fight! All rounds tight with a close and difficult decision! But I got to agree with the judges! Cobus did a lil bit better. But the true true winner was Nick D'Virgilio! Awesome drummer!!
"That was the most rock sounding jazz I've ever heard"- Cobus Potgeiter 2021
Overall, super fun to watch! These guys humble me as a drummer so to see them fall apart in some areas makes me feel better about my abilities. 😁 Hard to pick a winner, but I'm going with Cooper. That said, the one-armed drumming by Cobus was impressive.