Aaron is one the nicest dudes in the industry. Aside from his drumming, he is very magnetic and positive. Also, he hits the drums real hard! I have jammed drum sheds with him. Never let him borrow your sticks, you will get them back in pieces. And wear ear plugs. His snare hits are like explosions.
ONE OF THE GREATEST LIVE PERFORMANCES OF ALL TIME!!! I watch this video every day now... ALWAYS getting the good ole goose bumps watching and listening to Aaron beat down on his drums...especially the grande finale near the end. Each member of the band played great solos...with Aaron's majestic playing gliding each player along. I'm so proud that I was able to play my electric guitar on this Berklee stage while I went to school there in1989. I'll never forget the wooden floors and the great acoustics... Rest In Peace Mr Spears!!!
Oh come on. How did this just beat all performance of all time with the chicken. I'm more than blown away. Personal and precise attention to every single individual on stage and it deserves every second of the 17+ min. My goodness!!🤩🤩🥵🥵
I love this piece of music !! and I'm not bashing on the musician's !! When I heard this song it was a bit faster !! But all in having good fun !! I love Aaron Spears playing style with any piece of music....Keep up the good work.....
To all you guys naming Jacko Pastorius as the composer of this song, He did not compose this, he only played a version of it. The composer is Pee Wee Ellis
This is awesome! Is there any chance we could know the names of the rest of the incredible ensemble? Would love to show some more support and learn where else they play in the future.
I know everyone is entitled to their own opinion but WOW. Aaron Spears style isn't suited for the chicken???like seriously..I always ask why do we as people put limits on music?? Dave Weckl is great on this track. No doubt but Aaron did whatever he felt he should have done and he actually didn't ruin it.
Let me get this: Is the drummer a professor who went to Berklee on a temporary basis, and students are playing with him when he ended his tenure there? Damn, I would had loved to study there and know this was my final term exam...
LS R www.berklee.edu/events/2014-armand-zildjian-artist-residence-final-concert-featuring-aaron-spears Aaron was here as a visiting artist. He rehearsed with these students during his residency, and they performed with him for his final concert.
We are going to miss this ICON . Fly high, Aaron Spears🕊
Can’t believe it’s a month since we lost this great man , an incredible talent my heart breaks when I watch him , legend!
RIP Aaron. have been so instrumental, literally and figuratively in my growth as a drummer. Thanks so very much. I am getting emotional.😢
Aaron is one the nicest dudes in the industry. Aside from his drumming, he is very magnetic and positive. Also, he hits the drums real hard! I have jammed drum sheds with him. Never let him borrow your sticks, you will get them back in pieces. And wear ear plugs. His snare hits are like explosions.
I concur.
3rd the motion
ONE OF THE GREATEST LIVE PERFORMANCES OF ALL TIME!!!
I watch this video every day now... ALWAYS getting the good ole goose bumps watching and listening to Aaron beat down on his drums...especially the grande finale near the end. Each member of the band played great solos...with Aaron's majestic playing gliding each player along.
I'm so proud that I was able to play my electric guitar on this Berklee stage while I went to school there in1989. I'll never forget the wooden floors and the great acoustics...
Rest In Peace Mr Spears!!!
Rest in peace, king. Thanks for leaving the gift of your talent for us all to behold
The world has lost an incredible drummer and beautiful soul R.I.P
Worth the 18 min every single time!!! 🔥 🔥 🔥
Oh come on. How did this just beat all performance of all time with the chicken. I'm more than blown away.
Personal and precise attention to every single individual on stage and it deserves every second of the 17+ min. My goodness!!🤩🤩🥵🥵
this man is amazing....so amazing that even his "head nod" can control any band with any groove! one of the people that inspire my music
He is know for those flashy fills but it was always Aaron's pocket that blew my mind ! RIP
This band was so on point........... Aaron's groove and flow🔥🔥🔥
I love this piece of music !! and I'm not bashing on the musician's !! When I heard this song it was a bit faster !! But all in having good fun !! I love Aaron Spears playing style with any piece of music....Keep up the good work.....
RIP to this great legend of our time 😢
The Horns:)
That lady on the Trumpet is unbelievable and Aaron Spears is always on point as usual!
I’ve watched this video a million times RIP Aaron
To all you guys naming Jacko Pastorius as the composer of this song, He did not compose this, he only played a version of it. The composer is Pee Wee Ellis
Can’t believe you’re gone Aaron! Xx
Such a young age and so much to offer the world! X
I hope your faith is looking after you wherever you are bud! X
phenomenal drummer! a lot of music! congratulations!!!
Love this - especially the snare its so nice and thwack-y!
Wow! this drummer has an amazing groove, backbeat and perfect time!
Love how he has does this effortlessly.
your pocket feels really good you followed the form so well and that solo incredible bro I love u man made me smile
My Homeboy from the DMV and my favorite drummer!!
Great jamming!!! They did have fun
A celebrated legend indeed.
Nice live sound mixing, very good playing ya'll. Good idea to put the drummer in front,interesting player.
What amazing musical interpretation!!!! Thousands of likes for the whole band, Aaron what can I say? No comments.
I feel like Aaron makes other musicians better, this guys got blessed hands & soul
Incredible! Great interpretation.
Drummer is an ARTIST!
That's awesome. Darryl Woodson on the organ. VA represent!
Love the squeaming around he does at the end before hitting the final crash
I don't know who that trumpet player was but she had a Roy Hargrove vibe and I really dug it!
What an absolute VIBE!!
love how he nails the hits on the chorus
At 7:50,this man did the craziest intro ever,i wish he wouldve kept the spice tho
Mind-blowing.
Irreplaceable. RIP, Aaron Spears.
the trumpet player did a great job on her solo
2:02 that fill is so nice. Gonna have to try it.
A great loss to the community 😭...........but the works speak. This performance is gold.
the vibe in this video is unbelievable
So fucking cool....everyone! Just love the vibe everyone is given' off....they're lovin it!!!!!!
Best drummer in the world hands down show this cat respect
The Best version of the universe
RIP God. We r going to miss you brother 😢
RIP Bro…gonna miss you 🙏
Not gonna lie Mats & Morgan killed this song harder than anyone I've ever seen or heard other than Maceo Parker
What snare drum is that??? What a killer sound!!!
That band is jammin'!
beautiful magnificent!!!!!
Love it 💞
09:30 The reaction of the bass player jajaja!
This is awesome! Is there any chance we could know the names of the rest of the incredible ensemble? Would love to show some more support and learn where else they play in the future.
bbaffoe All the the performer credits are at the end of the video. Glad you enjoyed the music!
I'll surely miss Aaron Spears 😢
Amazing!! 👏👏👏👏
ENJOYED THE BAND.
Outstanding...
Incredible!!!!!!!!!!!!
smooth like butter
Rest in power, king.
That was nuts!!!
That snare 🙌
Great use of dynamics...
Meu deus! Toca de mais o batera!!!
Everyone smokes on that stand awesome!
Aaron is the best
Melhor batera do mundo
Berklee should organize him a tribute ceremony.
I will nei will never have the opportunity to see him play with mono neon, marvin sapp, cory henry, snarky puppy...
I think that drummer has found his profession! omfg.
will love to study at Berklee
Monster of apocalipse
RIP We will miss you
I know everyone is entitled to their own opinion but WOW. Aaron Spears style isn't suited for the chicken???like seriously..I always ask why do we as people put limits on music?? Dave Weckl is great on this track. No doubt but Aaron did whatever he felt he should have done and he actually didn't ruin it.
Pocket playing at it's best!
nice color for the chicken ! Jaco would love this one !!! congrats !
Rest up brethren 🕊
RIP legend, btw that snare sounds dope anyone knows what type of DW this is?
Fucking love this kind of drumming!!!!
Hammer hands!
Awesomeeeee..
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how many cymbals are on that stack? It sounds frigging awesome!!!
hes using the gen6 or wat ever its called and the new trash cymbal they mad. its supost to look like a slinky lol
Muito bom !!
9:39 - 9:47 had me speechless 👏
Wow. Just Wow.
8:00 Cory Henry on Lingus?
Great trombone !
tuyệt phẩm. , love all !
gavin Harrison on this song is absolutely amazing on the lettermen show
so so SO MUCH FUNK !! UNCUT ATTITUDE !!!!!
I will see you in Heaven Aaron in the loving name of Jesus Christ! Paradise 😊
What is that cymbal combo on Aaron's left?
quel feeling!!!!
Let me get this: Is the drummer a professor who went to Berklee on a temporary basis, and students are playing with him when he ended his tenure there? Damn, I would had loved to study there and know this was my final term exam...
LS R www.berklee.edu/events/2014-armand-zildjian-artist-residence-final-concert-featuring-aaron-spears
Aaron was here as a visiting artist. He rehearsed with these students during his residency, and they performed with him for his final concert.
Pastorius for ever....
simplemente Brutal!
That snare is sweet
the drummer is a best
Yeah baby! Yeah!