The Iconic Drumming Behind “Summer Of '69” | Bryan Adams Song Breakdown

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  • @bricago2302
    @bricago2302 Рік тому +93

    Pat, in 1985 my friend and I were in middle school, and we came to see the Reckless concert in Terre Haute, Indiana. Before the show we ran into you and Bryan in the mall at a store called The Record Bar. Bryan was buying his opening act’s record (can’t remember the name). You were eight feet tall with spiky hair and introduced yourself as Bryan’s drummer and bodyguard. 😁 You guys talked to us and we still talk about it to this day. Thank you for taking the time to make a couple of eleven year-olds feel like rock stars and lifelong fans. ❤️🥁🎸

    • @danfinn2210
      @danfinn2210 3 місяці тому

      Was the opening act Cock Robin?

  • @punkywozza4330
    @punkywozza4330 Рік тому +662

    Can we just have a moment to thank the sound engineer for this. Great sound on on that brass snare... Beautiful sound

    • @jcarb001
      @jcarb001 Рік тому +22

      I came to the comments just to talk about that snare.

    • @roryjones6483
      @roryjones6483 Рік тому +5

      These guys have it figured out.

    • @d-studio.productions
      @d-studio.productions Рік тому +2

      Indeed. The saond is just amazing !

    • @SimonB.
      @SimonB. Рік тому +7

      Looks like a brass snare :)

    • @punkywozza4330
      @punkywozza4330 Рік тому +1

      I stand corrected @@SimonB.

  • @spoooky_matt
    @spoooky_matt Рік тому +183

    Such a simple drum part, but so effective and thunderous! The sheer amount of sound being produced by Pat here is astonishing.

    • @SKARIMDEUS
      @SKARIMDEUS Рік тому +5

      That's the beauty of rock, indeed not too technical as progressive metal or fusion drumming but the groove and the power delivered by Pat in here force respect. His enthusiasm reminds me of Chad Smith and Brian Tichy

  • @bensay8442
    @bensay8442 Рік тому +95

    5:48 that fill was so effortlessly cool. What a great drummer.

  • @joe08867
    @joe08867 Рік тому +103

    Just proves you don't have to overplay to be great. Perfect beat and playing for the song always trumps showing off. ❤

    • @MidnightPolak
      @MidnightPolak Рік тому

      I love his playing on Matt Good's albums as well. Would be awesome to seem him tour with MG again as well.

    • @curious5254
      @curious5254 Рік тому

      I think the same as you and agree with every word. No overplaying but everything is in right place and time. Love Pat's playing with Bryan on Amnesty International concert

  • @mlowder06
    @mlowder06 Рік тому +132

    I've played this song about a million times in various cover bands throughout the years, everyone always goes crazy for it. Nice to see this breakdown from the source!!! So great.

  • @Mari000
    @Mari000 Рік тому +97

    Those drums sound amazing

    • @Ash_Hudson
      @Ash_Hudson Рік тому +6

      That Bonham sound. Especially the snare.

  • @cannonball21
    @cannonball21 Рік тому +26

    So glad you brought Pat on. Very underrated drummer. He’s such a solid time keeper.

    • @paramorefan39
      @paramorefan39 23 дні тому

      Been great to see Pat back touring since Mickey Currey is on an extended break

  • @DukeFan1971
    @DukeFan1971 Рік тому +28

    As an 80s music fanatic, this was always one of my Top 10 songs, precisely because of the drums. I was never a drummer myself...but I airdrummed the HELL out of this song every time I heard it...and I still do, 40 years later! So awesome to hear how they came up with the different parts. The breakdown after the 2nd chorus was my favorite part, especially the pairs of bass drum hits...awesome, awesome song!

  • @peterlemon1109
    @peterlemon1109 Рік тому +26

    Had the pleasure of working with Pat on a few projects. I can say his energy behind the kit is unparalleled. Standing beside him I would wince every time he hit the snare. The guy can hit!

  • @fizzyfozbuzz874
    @fizzyfozbuzz874 Рік тому +13

    Look how relaxed he plays. Even after all those years look how happy he is playing the song. Nice simple fills that hit you straight in the face, massive impact and drive to the song.

  • @claygilchrist632
    @claygilchrist632 5 місяців тому +8

    Love this extended version. This song never has and never will get old!

  • @mathumphreys
    @mathumphreys Рік тому +33

    Wow, such an iconic song from my teen years. It's so great to hear the actual people who did the recording tell us what was going on back then.

  • @RadicalValkyrie
    @RadicalValkyrie Рік тому +16

    This song is never NOT on the radio...for YEARS.

    • @antonio_sanna
      @antonio_sanna 19 днів тому +1

      Yesterday I was driving my Toyota under too much rain and listening 104.1 Zion FM in bluetooth mode from cellphone.
      Suddenly this song starts playing and I felt some kind of happiness that I can't describe.

  • @barryhetherington9816
    @barryhetherington9816 Рік тому +15

    LOVE Pat Steward’s drumming on the single ONE NIGHT LOVE AFFAIR!

  • @robertbordevik5072
    @robertbordevik5072 Рік тому +53

    It’s incredible how this song have gotten stuck into people’s hearts and souls. It’s part of the structure and fabric of the universe now, at least in musical terms. You are SO lucky if you get to channel a song like this through you! So many millions of people have a memory connected to this song. And me, known it since back in the day, and STILL crank it up when it hits the radio in the car 😎

  • @batwithglasses
    @batwithglasses Рік тому +10

    Each and everytime I play this live, I'm instantly transformed back to sitting on the floor and watching that video on Much Music in 1985 on our 20" RCA TV.

  • @RichardvanLiessum
    @RichardvanLiessum Рік тому +13

    Imagine playing this song for many years, yet still enjoying it with passion and fun. It has an awesome sound and power, truly hitting hard!

    • @babbiz29
      @babbiz29 Рік тому +2

      He actually left Adam's band in the late 80's, he was replaced by Mickey Curry

    • @Kasino80
      @Kasino80 Рік тому +1

      ​@@babbiz29must have been early on, cause Curry is drummer on the LIVE LIVE LIVE album from '88.

    • @LeslieChen83
      @LeslieChen83 Рік тому

      By the way what happened to mickey curry? Why is he no longer with Bryan?

  • @markmcdonnell
    @markmcdonnell Рік тому +17

    This old boy at the end of the song is fucking straight smashing the living balls out of the drums. Love it. So many feels

  • @JOJO-by6gm
    @JOJO-by6gm Рік тому +5

    You know what, I heard that song like a million times over the years growing up and I'm now 58 years old and the drumming breakdown of that song made me appreciate it even so much more.
    Thank you so much.
    Love your channel keep up the great work.

  • @adamstanleydrummer7532
    @adamstanleydrummer7532 Рік тому +22

    That snare sound! And I always love the fill coming out of the breakdown.

    • @TheBrettWilson
      @TheBrettWilson Рік тому +3

      It is a cool fill... and quite unusual. Can be quite disorienting until the hits on the snare

  • @mk-421
    @mk-421 Рік тому +8

    Such a driving track with lots of tasty nuances that fit the song perfectly. I LOVE playing it whenever someone requests it!

  • @LarkVsOwl-de3op
    @LarkVsOwl-de3op Рік тому +2

    The sparse bass drum makes this drum part elevate the song! And I've seen more than a couple cover band drummers not understand the count on this fill at the end of the break, and I wish they did, because it's simple yet sublime!

  • @emperoredu8136
    @emperoredu8136 Рік тому +33

    This videos are so great! Pat Steward has a lot of energy in his drumming, love it

    • @mariaelvicamaia1613
      @mariaelvicamaia1613 Рік тому +1

      ADORO O PAT. ELE É O MÁXIMO. BEIJOS PARA A BANDA DO BRYAN ADAMS. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂💌

  • @johndoh5182
    @johndoh5182 Рік тому +11

    High PAT!
    Just want to say that when I think of that 80s rock and Bryan Adams, I think of his vocals and guitar work and your drumming. Always thought the drumming was perfection on all that music.
    A drummer has a million ways to play something, a few hundred that will sound good and a handful that will sound great. You always ended up in that handful of ways. Regardless of if it came from your head or ideas of Bryan, you playing it make it great.

  • @coppersnare
    @coppersnare Рік тому +6

    Saw Pat with Bryan and the band in concert a few months ago. What a beast of a drummer!

  • @michaelgreene8438
    @michaelgreene8438 Рік тому +8

    One of the greatest songs ever.

  • @BrettPalmer-t1p
    @BrettPalmer-t1p Рік тому +7

    Pat Stewart has the most amazing feel and tasty fills. Rocking. Reckless rocks!!!

  • @jsalljr
    @jsalljr Рік тому +2

    Thank you Drumeo for all that you do for us ,the drum community from all walks of life. I narrowly avoided death in my home due to a massive blood clot on my heart that caused everything to be blocked ..heart, all ventricles. I felt like I lost my left side waist down..no chest pain at all..the clot broke down into over a dozen smaller ones that went down my legs. I called 911 within seconds had I waited, I’d be dead. Drumeo videos like this and especially the ones with drummers who’ve heard a band out of their wheelhouse for the first time and they play their interpretations of music they’ve heard only then. Since I’m still pretty weak physically and am aways from playing drums, your videos have helped me immensely getting through this fucked up deal..THANK YOU SO MUCH!!

    • @orsolyabalogh2760
      @orsolyabalogh2760 Рік тому

      Wish you full recovery and to be able to get back behind the drums as soon as possible!

  • @spears104
    @spears104 Рік тому +3

    Such an iconic rock song! Very happy to finally meet the drummer behind it.

  • @jayb613
    @jayb613 9 місяців тому +1

    Pat Steward has always been and always will be one of my favourite drummers.

  • @joesnare
    @joesnare Рік тому +2

    That snare sounds fantastic!!

  • @stevensilver1679
    @stevensilver1679 Місяць тому +1

    One of the greatest bands ever! That song has to be about my favorite. It had such fun energy and was great to sing, over and over. I wish I knew how many times I've listened to it.

  • @blockstrongorelse
    @blockstrongorelse Рік тому +26

    Awesome song, awesome performance, Awesome inspiration from an awesome drummer. Drumeo is the best.😊

  • @mattvdh
    @mattvdh Рік тому +6

    it's perfectly placed drumming, the feel is perfect and in the pocket

  • @alextucciorealtor
    @alextucciorealtor Рік тому +2

    Iconic song, solid drumming, 5:50 was awesome! Can we appreciate that snare sound? boom!

  • @raulo.moralesm.1236
    @raulo.moralesm.1236 11 місяців тому

    oh my god, this song is one of my top 10, I have played it thousands of times, it is not a complex song but it is so full of good vibes and energy, thank you for bringing the genuine one and explaining everything!!! simply incredible

  • @Dvfacu
    @Dvfacu Рік тому +2

    The snare is about to explode! Amazing drumming

  • @jeffsaffron5647
    @jeffsaffron5647 4 дні тому

    One of the absolute classics. Thanks for doing this.

  • @EszterGombácsi
    @EszterGombácsi 4 місяці тому +1

    GORGEOUS MAN ! THE MOST TALENTED DRUMMER IN THE WHOLE WORLD !

  • @mickespecial9724
    @mickespecial9724 Рік тому +1

    Pat! I’ve always loved watching u play….. a drummer that loves to drum.

  • @countrydj2
    @countrydj2 Рік тому +3

    Reminds me of my teenage years. Lots of great music in the 80s.

  • @The_Crooked_Step
    @The_Crooked_Step Рік тому +15

    What a cool dude! Iconic song, and iconic drumming for sure.

  • @jsalljr
    @jsalljr Рік тому +1

    In 1985, in about 10 days apart , I got to see Deep Purple on their Perfect Strangers reunion tour in Oakland CA at the Coliseum..amazing show! Before that, my dad came home with Bryan Adams concert tickets for the Spanos center in Stockton CA. I asked dad where he got the idea about Bryan Adams tickets. Between seeing Bryan, you Pat and the rest of the band on late night tv and hearing you guys on the radio, he thought it would be a great show. Besides, my then girlfriend might have mentioned you guys to dad as she wore out a LP version of Reckless. Bryan for three hours till his voice was hoarse kept shit hoppin. Pat I think you were playing a black Yamaha 6 pc kit with sabian cymbals. I was blown away by your playing and more so when Bryan introduced you and you went off on a kickass solo. Only problem I had was I wanted to hear more. Not only am I a Bryan Adams fan but I have been a Pat Steward fan big time ever since that show. Glad you’re still driving the crew

  • @cgonzt5636
    @cgonzt5636 Рік тому +2

    Wow that drum tuning & sound awesome! He’s amazing, just perfect simple rock groove!

  • @J7C3B
    @J7C3B Рік тому +2

    Nothing too high shelf here…and that’s exactly what this iconic song called for. Terrific job in ‘84 and in ‘23 Pat! And yes, the sound is superb as usual. 👍🏼

  • @SimpleUsernameOriginal
    @SimpleUsernameOriginal Рік тому +2

    So much joy in this song, for so long, many thanks to all the artists and, yes Drumeo 🎉

  • @dwdrum11
    @dwdrum11 Рік тому +4

    Reckless, Still in my all time top ten albums, his playing is sublime. If you’re not aware bryan has put lots of top quality videos of him in royal Albert hall with pat. The videos are top notch.

  • @thepcenthusiastchannel2300
    @thepcenthusiastchannel2300 Рік тому +3

    This song gets played everywhere, even today. An 80s song played today for "reasons". Maybe it's because I'm in Canada but this song comes up in the car, at the airport, at various retail stores, at the bar, but surprisingly not when I'm on the toilet.

  • @danielh8045
    @danielh8045 Рік тому +1

    Pat, You ROCK brother! The drum sound is killer; especially that snare!! To die for!

  • @justinreynolds3935
    @justinreynolds3935 Рік тому +1

    The guys behind the glass at drumeo are getting some great sounds over there!! Bravo on the sound folks.

  • @BrandonToews
    @BrandonToews Рік тому +3

    Thanks for the lesson, Pat!🎉

  • @rgarcia4412
    @rgarcia4412 Рік тому +1

    Loved every minute of this, thanks Pat and Drumeo!

  • @daifuku74
    @daifuku74 Рік тому +4

    Amazing work and feel, the drums sound so powerful, while staying open and breathing!

  • @hookipaboy3412
    @hookipaboy3412 Рік тому +1

    Bryan Adams amazing music was a big part of the soundtrack to my life growing up as a teenager in Hawaii!!!

  • @mauricioac
    @mauricioac Рік тому +2

    Ironically a timeless song!

  • @parkerthrelkeld8042
    @parkerthrelkeld8042 Рік тому

    Saw Bryan Adams and this guy in September. It was one of the best shows I've ever been too!

  • @Ibaneddie76
    @Ibaneddie76 Рік тому

    These are always the best sounding drum parts, right to the point and beautiful!

  • @TheDancefreak35
    @TheDancefreak35 Рік тому +1

    That guy hits the sound insulation off the wall. Awesome!

  • @tommyz1082
    @tommyz1082 Рік тому

    I love how the drummers play that center of the symbol with such concentration and determination. I'm not a drummer but it looks like it requires high accuracy. I honestly wouldn't make this observation until this channel presented the art of drumming so amazingly. Good job Drumeo and good job drummers!

  • @melissa.deklerk
    @melissa.deklerk Рік тому +2

    He's such a great presenter. Really fun video to watch. The song takes me back to my childhood. My mom had the So Far, So Good album. A compilation album, I believe. I loved listening to the album while lying on the floor by the cupboard that our Hi-Fi lived in. The song takes me back to rhe house I grew up in, every single time I listen to it. And now I want to learn it, so that I can add new memories to the song.

    • @BryanAdamslive
      @BryanAdamslive Рік тому

      Thanks for the fans love ❤️ your comment just caught my attention that’s why am reaching out to you, where are you supporting from?

  • @reinis9102
    @reinis9102 5 місяців тому +1

    That SNARE!! Pat is king! 👑

  • @PinkPumpkin529
    @PinkPumpkin529 Рік тому +1

    LOVE THIS SONG!!! In more ways than one as family moved to SoCal in Jan 1968 from Michigan! But, Our Summer of '69 was our MOST FREEDOM EVER!!! We lived on Lake St in Altadena, up Lake from Pasadena! The Jr Hi was right across the street & in summer they had gym open (am thinking that's where DLR practiced his gymnastics!), they'd spin 45's in smaller room & you could buy cups of pop! Our Fav @ the time? Why suicides of course! Sis & I still reminise about that fun Summer! Both too young to drive but also got our first pair of Vans @ their Flagship store right there on Lake St! For a "whopping" $5.!!! What? HELL YEAH! ❤ Boy, those really were the days! YEAH, BABY!!! ROCK ON!!! ✌️🤘

  • @gibbanz22
    @gibbanz22 Рік тому +2

    When I imagine what a recorded rock drum kit sounds like......this is. Whoever mixed this did an amazing job!

  • @olligps
    @olligps Рік тому +2

    Killer drumming, killer sound!

  • @anthonyfrench3169
    @anthonyfrench3169 Рік тому

    I grew up listening to this song and it's awesome to hear the drummer describe the song. I love it

  • @originalfacefilms
    @originalfacefilms 10 місяців тому

    SO awesome to actually see the great Pat Steward play this iconic drum part from this classic song!!🤩

  • @Reuben-ny3
    @Reuben-ny3 Рік тому

    That was really great to see Pat tell the stories and explain the sections. Thank you.

  • @daddyt4851
    @daddyt4851 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for showing your technique and enthusiasm.

  • @DBarreto-kr4om
    @DBarreto-kr4om Місяць тому

    Pat, I am watching this again after your show in Goa man you are a true legend sir❤

  • @neurocosm
    @neurocosm Рік тому +1

    Quite ferrocious, for what is, at its essense, a hard pop ballad. SOLID AF. I LOVE visually how this hi-hat sways perfectly as if its suspended in water with its on sonic bouyancy. Thank you for this, Pat and Drumeo!

  • @Capt.Gagan.Boparai
    @Capt.Gagan.Boparai Рік тому +1

    One of the greatest song of last century..super like the review..!!
    Eagerly waiting for Max Weinberg's breakdown of Born in Usa..!!!

  • @bobbyjones2112
    @bobbyjones2112 Рік тому +1

    Always incredible drum parts for Bryan Adams! They fit the song exactly what needs to be done. I can’t think of anything better than what you’ve done! It’s perfect for the song and the sound of your drums are great as well! You’re just an awesome drummer!

  • @sethcashman1011
    @sethcashman1011 Рік тому +1

    Love Pat! Saw him with Bryan in Paris when they were supporting Tina Turner in '85.

  • @perosa99
    @perosa99 Рік тому +1

    Amazing breakdown with context, on the original drums with the original drummer. Thank you for that

  • @esamono
    @esamono Рік тому

    Te amo, Drumeo. Tenés un fan en Buenos Aires que devora con pasión cada uno de estos videos.

  • @redsed1565
    @redsed1565 Рік тому +1

    80's rock ruled!

  • @rstrela
    @rstrela Рік тому

    I saw him live a week ago. He has so much energy. I felt every beat in my chest 😊

  • @bradray3893
    @bradray3893 Рік тому

    Smoking great playing with the drum part’s openness contributing greatly to the overall feel of the song. Well done!

  • @eldenjr
    @eldenjr Рік тому

    Love that entire album. I remember i had a '68 Chevelle. Prior to starting college that year, I built a new stereo system for it. This album was the first music out if it. Great times.

  • @FFmybest
    @FFmybest Рік тому

    My god. Pure excellence. This is really one of those songs that defined an era and a generation.

  • @StevenDormer
    @StevenDormer Рік тому +1

    Snare sounds amazing!!

  • @XDrummerSteve
    @XDrummerSteve Рік тому +1

    Beautiful natural, wide-open sound.

  • @Val_Halla777
    @Val_Halla777 Рік тому

    Awesome! I had the fortune of seeing him demo an Ayotte kit at Drums Only store on Granville street Vancouver back in late 80’s…he absolutely rips. Such iconic drum tracks on those early Adam’s albums.
    Seen him since playing live with Mathew Good Band. A Killer.

  • @asamann1738
    @asamann1738 Рік тому +1

    Hey thanks for doing this one. I love the breakdowns of classic songs and showing the OGs of drumming. Pls do more like these.

  • @golf4ubacknine768
    @golf4ubacknine768 Рік тому

    Great to see you back with Bryan ..

  • @ChrisBairDrums
    @ChrisBairDrums Рік тому +5

    Beautiful! Love this song, such a vibe. Drums sound incredible and performance was killer!

  • @melissas9245
    @melissas9245 10 місяців тому +1

    This song has been my saving grace in some dark times. It’s simply one of the best songs ever written. I do still have that VHS btw!! Haha 😆

  • @FatherGapon-gw6yo
    @FatherGapon-gw6yo 10 місяців тому

    Love watching the level of commitment a pronputs into a song like this. A beginning drummer might have no idea exactly how much this guy is beating the heck out of this kit.

  • @JoaoFernandes-jf8if
    @JoaoFernandes-jf8if Рік тому +2

    That snare ❤

  • @MrMaharg65
    @MrMaharg65 Рік тому

    Phenomenal drummer and a big influence when I was learning along to these songs.

  • @DavidRodriguez-mp9nh
    @DavidRodriguez-mp9nh 9 місяців тому

    Caught your show in San Diego. It was one of the best Ive experienced in my life. Thank you for rockin' us all thru life!

  • @Simpl3Pedro
    @Simpl3Pedro Місяць тому +1

    7:14 That´s passion

  • @ralphthewonderllama5229
    @ralphthewonderllama5229 Рік тому +1

    Met Pat at a drum clinic in Calgary last year. An absolute gent, top player, and ye gods was he loud :)

  • @grantgerathydrummer
    @grantgerathydrummer Рік тому +1

    beautiful playing, drums sound amazing

  • @swettyspaghtti
    @swettyspaghtti Рік тому +1

    that snare sound is epic

  • @JotunStudio
    @JotunStudio Рік тому

    It's funny that yesterday I saw Bryan Adams and his band performing Thought I'd Died And Gone To Heaven and was amazed by the sound of it all, but speciall the drums, and a day later this video appears on the channel...Love how Pat plays and the sound of his kit (the one using here is the same than the concert I mentioned)

  • @johnpop5066
    @johnpop5066 Рік тому +2

    Exquisite! Great sounding, perfect.

  • @janzedwicksantos6015
    @janzedwicksantos6015 Рік тому +2

    Thanks! For this video my Dad was a drummer and this song is one of there line up

  • @winkletown8828
    @winkletown8828 Рік тому

    Always loved the drums on this track. Great job, thanks drumeo for bringing the modern sound!