After all these years and when you think he’s said it all he still pulls performances like this out of the bag. Who follows guys like Dave? Plenty of technicians now playing insanely fast but without this level of taste, thoughtfulness and musicality. You’re still the man Dave!
Hands down, my favorite drummer of all time. Saw him perform in the early 90s in Chick Corea's Elektric and Acoustic band. Mind blowing. Impeccable technique and fluidity.
OMG that snare sound is the best ever and the hi hat sound is phenomenal too. Weckl is pure class: everything he plays is so tasteful and musical. It's a pleasure to listen to him. This would be my dream kit.
Make sure to leave this solo video on youtube. It was sad when it went away for a while. This is one of Daves best groove solos. Seems like this man has as much variety as there are stars in the sky! Hes my favorite drummer I think hes a phenomenon. There has not been nor will be one like Dave so we need to be amazed while hes here drumming like God.
For four decades, Dave Weckl has straddled the globe as a giant of drumming. During that time he has occasionally been matched, but never surpassed. Yes, he doesn't play all genres. Those who want to nitpick greatness always can do so, but they are always missing the point. For those of us whaling away on plastic skins, he has given us a standard that hasn't permitted a moment's complacency. Everytime he's made us say, "Jesus, what was that?", we've had reason to go back and practice some more. Thanks for another beautiful solo, Dave!
A drummer as talented as Dave Weckl makes any drums or cymbals sound great. It's not the things he's hitting that make the difference, it's the person doing the hitting that matters most.
_"It's not the things he's hitting that make the difference, it's the person doing the hitting that matters most."_ Certainly it is both. Any peace sounds better with good equipment. You're lying to yourself if you say otherwise. You know, there's a reason, why good drummers play on high quality kits. Ask yourself...
I have no doubts weckl could make a garbage kit sound decent but he is playing some very expensive drums and cymbals and hardware. And you have to take mics into account as well. These drums sound amazing
20 years ago, he is known as the God of Drums... today he still is. Let's be honest, this insane level of complexity, groove, precision, depth, feel, rhythmic expression & musicality is very hard to surpass. Many legendary drummers abound in my lifetime (My fave: Steve Gadd, Vinnie Colaiuta, Simon Philips, Virgil Donati, Dennis Chambers, Steve Smith, John Robinson) ... & many others will aspire to be like him, but there'll only be one true Dave Weckl, the Maestro. Hopefully he has groomed a protege worthy enough to carry on his legacy & craft...
He wasn't always considered a musical drummer. To the contrary, after the first two or three albums with Chick Corea Elektric Band, there were lots of comments about his lack of feel, that he was too machine-like, and nothing but a bag of tricks. Believe me, I didn't wanna hear people saying that. After discovering the debut album from Chick Corea Elektric Band when I was in the 10th grade, I bought every album of theirs (five total) until the lineup changed. I was also a huge fan of Weckl's first solo album, Masterplan. But considering that I was still in high school until 1991, it all sounded good to me. I didn't have a lot to compare it to as far as fusion and jazz drumming was concerned. I was heavy into Rush, Yes, The Police, Led Zeppelin, and other bands like that. Eventually, Weckl turned a corner and his playing began to have more feel. Thank God he was around back in the mid to late 80's and early 90's. I was a huge fan no matter what his critics said. He's even better today. I once read that he used to practice 16 hours a day. I remember thinking, "No wonder he's such a badass!"
At some point in the 1990s Weckl went for lessons with Freddie Gruber and changed his whole approach to playing. Bear in mind this is a guy who was already regarded as a drumming deity, but wanted to get even better -- like if Tiger Woods had deconstructed his swing at the peak of his powers. Anyway, the end result was that Weckl's musicality and feel improved dramatically and he reached an even higher level. I believe the rethink was partly due to the criticism of him playing robotically, as you mentioned in your post.
No worries e d, music is subjective. But I do wonder from what standpoint do you keep judging Dave as the least enjoyable drummer? Perhaps you are a way more accomplished drummer than he is.... I do hope you are not criticizing for the sake of criticism. We all have our individual taste. Just relish the flavor if it suits you! Cheers!
Agreed drewper73, looking back when he did that legendary trio performance with the great Steve Gadd & Vinnie Colaiuta at the Buddy Rich Tribute, his playing felt too technical and not enough groove, unlike Steve & Vinnie who had way more feel & depth with less ghost notes. But over the years, he definitely jump leap & bounds , maturing his craft like fine vintage wine. His drive & discipline is solid rock, to develop to such level where such COMPLEXITY & GROOVE co-exists in harmony.... pure genius. Can't help but wonder what MK Speed is his brain travelling at... Btw, Masterplan was one of my fav album of his, in his big breakthrough.
Rich T. guess the guys above have no idea what a good drumset sounds like . The snare sounds amazing and perfectly pitched to match the toms and bass. Noobs lol
Dave Weckls drumming know how is as vast as space. This man makes most other top level drummers look like nothing. He is naturally gifted to play exceptionally well. He is an amazing drum phenomenon.
I’m thankful for his dedication to this most compelling art form, which Dave took to new heights and will always be remembered as a true artist that continues to inspire. 🙏❤️☀️
It’s not just “a beat” with Weckl. There’s a song being written with a melody and harmony that’s takes form with in the beat. It’s beautiful to watch and hear!
None of you think that snare is too ringy? That was the first thing I noticed. Then I scrolled through the comments and everybody seems to love the snare sound. I've seen videos where Weckl uses a snare muffler that's unlike any other snare muffler I've ever seen. I wonder why he chose not to use it for this video. I'm sure you Weckl fans will agree that he doesn't usually let his snare drum ring out so much. It's not as bad when he plays several notes on the snare, because each consecutive stroke acts as a muffler. Don't get me wrong. I've been a Weckl fan since 1988, when I went out and purchased the first Chick Corea Elektric Band recording on cassette. Great performance here, thanks for posting.
Great chops. Dave’s Evolution ( Orange) sticks incidentally, are great for building wrist strength and dexterity. They are heavier than most sticks. Enjoy!
Still some of the best I've heard and seen from him. He should do more to-the-piont solos with those grooves and transitions seriously! I know it was meant to demo the cymbals but this turned out to be quite the solo. Nice change from his more complex and building ones.
so cool, so smooth, amazing light touch. if Eric Clapton would have been a drummer he'd probably have this sort of light but mighty touch. keep calm and drum on👍
he repeats his work a lot the same tracks but every time it sounds different and fresh! if i can play 1 procent of his skill then i am the luckyest man
55 dislikes???? why again???omg these people really dont understand what kind of craft each drummer have,,,,there's only one dave weckl and that's DAVE WECKL!!!period...
Holding the stick between the ring finger and middle finger, how is that possible? My dad told me, you are one of the best drummers in the world. Dave Weckl Chubby little drummer here
The other thing about Weckl is his reliance on double-stroke rolls around the set (coordinated with the kick)....This is contrasted with power drummers like Dennis Chambers who use single-strokes at blinding speed.
While watching Dave play some high end Sabian cymbals, I'd love to see him play with some B8 cymbals and see him rock those in a video and I'm sure he'd make that more beginner model still sound decent.
@@joshuahornsby767 Well said. Maybe Buddy had faster hands (...maybe), but speed is not the end-all, be-all measure of a drummer's ability. There are plenty of fast drummers out there. One metric to gauge a drummer's ability and creativity is to see how long it takes to get tired of watching them play. Even Buddy gets boring after a while. Never so with Dave. A true master of the instrument.
Вэкл гениальный барабанщик с удивительным чувством душевного ритма и чувства всех тонкостей звука.Вот только строй у это установки не его .Видать компания решила продемонстрировать что-то ,на их взгляд,своё. Даже железо,несмотря на хорошее качество и звук,звучит отдельно не в совокупе с барабанами.Возможно таков замысел ......Но .......Дэйв есть Дэйв и этим всё сказано.
After all these years and when you think he’s said it all he still pulls performances like this out of the bag. Who follows guys like Dave? Plenty of technicians now playing insanely fast but without this level of taste, thoughtfulness and musicality. You’re still the man Dave!
Cierto
Benny Greb.
Hands down, my favorite drummer of all time. Saw him perform in the early 90s in Chick Corea's Elektric and Acoustic band. Mind blowing. Impeccable technique and fluidity.
I could listen to this man play all day
The best drummer in the world!
The way hi hit the drums and cymbals!
Thanks Dave for all the inspiration !
OMG!!!! Your sonority is unbelievable teacher weckl !!!! Always in evolution with your great gift ... Congratulations !! GOD BLESS ... From Brazil
The pinnacle of drumming! The absolute master and god of drums - Mr. Dave Weckl! :)
OMG that snare sound is the best ever and the hi hat sound is phenomenal too.
Weckl is pure class: everything he plays is so tasteful and musical.
It's a pleasure to listen to him.
This would be my dream kit.
it's too tight. and its sounds choked
It’s not too tight, and it does not sound choked. You, sir, clearly do not know what a pure, crisp, open, beautiful snare drum should sound like.
Cory W it does sound choked. open is fine, choked not so fine
Lamborghini Diablo SV 5150 it's all personal preference
Make sure to leave this solo video on youtube. It was sad when it went away for a while. This is one of Daves best groove solos. Seems like this man has as much variety as there are stars in the sky! Hes my favorite drummer I think hes a phenomenon. There has not been nor will be one like Dave so we need to be amazed while hes here drumming like God.
Absolutely true!!! EVery single word.
When Bruce Lee said "be water, my friend"...this is what he was talking about.
Agree.
Ian Dwyer "Be Weckl, my friend."
Lmao ! Good one Vic...
oh yes ... oh yes
Ian Dwyer nailed it. 🤘
Sorry Sabian you wanted to showcase your beautiful cymbals and we drummers can’t stop gushing about Dave😮. Awesome cymbals by the way!
For four decades, Dave Weckl has straddled the globe as a giant of drumming. During that time he has occasionally been matched, but never surpassed. Yes, he doesn't play all genres. Those who want to nitpick greatness always can do so, but they are always missing the point. For those of us whaling away on plastic skins, he has given us a standard that hasn't permitted a moment's complacency. Everytime he's made us say, "Jesus, what was that?", we've had reason to go back and practice some more. Thanks for another beautiful solo, Dave!
Finally the legendary video is back! Thanks!
A drummer as talented as Dave Weckl makes any drums or cymbals sound great. It's not the things he's hitting that make the difference, it's the person doing the hitting that matters most.
_"It's not the things he's hitting that make the difference, it's the person doing the hitting that matters most."_
Certainly it is both. Any peace sounds better with good equipment. You're lying to yourself if you say otherwise. You know, there's a reason, why good drummers play on high quality kits. Ask yourself...
absolutly true
I have no doubts weckl could make a garbage kit sound decent but he is playing some very expensive drums and cymbals and hardware. And you have to take mics into account as well. These drums sound amazing
@@dxb8086 !
20 years ago, he is known as the God of Drums... today he still is. Let's be honest, this insane level of complexity, groove, precision, depth, feel, rhythmic expression & musicality is very hard to surpass. Many legendary drummers abound in my lifetime (My fave: Steve Gadd, Vinnie Colaiuta, Simon Philips, Virgil Donati, Dennis Chambers, Steve Smith, John Robinson) ... & many others will aspire to be like him, but there'll only be one true Dave Weckl, the Maestro. Hopefully he has groomed a protege worthy enough to carry on his legacy & craft...
He wasn't always considered a musical drummer. To the contrary, after the first two or three albums with Chick Corea Elektric Band, there were lots of comments about his lack of feel, that he was too machine-like, and nothing but a bag of tricks. Believe me, I didn't wanna hear people saying that. After discovering the debut album from Chick Corea Elektric Band when I was in the 10th grade, I bought every album of theirs (five total) until the lineup changed. I was also a huge fan of Weckl's first solo album, Masterplan. But considering that I was still in high school until 1991, it all sounded good to me. I didn't have a lot to compare it to as far as fusion and jazz drumming was concerned. I was heavy into Rush, Yes, The Police, Led Zeppelin, and other bands like that. Eventually, Weckl turned a corner and his playing began to have more feel. Thank God he was around back in the mid to late 80's and early 90's. I was a huge fan no matter what his critics said. He's even better today. I once read that he used to practice 16 hours a day. I remember thinking, "No wonder he's such a badass!"
David Chan it is not enjoyable
At some point in the 1990s Weckl went for lessons with Freddie Gruber and changed his whole approach to playing. Bear in mind this is a guy who was already regarded as a drumming deity, but wanted to get even better -- like if Tiger Woods had deconstructed his swing at the peak of his powers. Anyway, the end result was that Weckl's musicality and feel improved dramatically and he reached an even higher level. I believe the rethink was partly due to the criticism of him playing robotically, as you mentioned in your post.
No worries e d, music is subjective. But I do wonder from what standpoint do you keep judging Dave as the least enjoyable drummer? Perhaps you are a way more accomplished drummer than he is.... I do hope you are not criticizing for the sake of criticism. We all have our individual taste. Just relish the flavor if it suits you! Cheers!
Agreed drewper73, looking back when he did that legendary trio performance with the great Steve Gadd & Vinnie Colaiuta at the Buddy Rich Tribute, his playing felt too technical and not enough groove, unlike Steve & Vinnie who had way more feel & depth with less ghost notes. But over the years, he definitely jump leap & bounds , maturing his craft like fine vintage wine. His drive & discipline is solid rock, to develop to such level where such COMPLEXITY & GROOVE co-exists in harmony.... pure genius. Can't help but wonder what MK Speed is his brain travelling at... Btw, Masterplan was one of my fav album of his, in his big breakthrough.
I'm always impressed with Dave's technical and creative abilities... there are not too many drummers that can match him today.
you re a genius to have brought back this video to youtube!!!!!
thanks
Yes! I saw it many years ago, and I've been looking for it for years. Thank you so much.
He is brilliant and his sound is inimitable.
My good lord his drums are tuned to absolute PERFECTION
Rich T. really? I thought the snare sounded like a dented garage door
Rich T. guess the guys above have no idea what a good drumset sounds like . The snare sounds amazing and perfectly pitched to match the toms and bass. Noobs lol
Siuleo Pouesi snare wires are way too tight
Lamborghini Diablo SV 5150 how can you tell?
Jopek As I've been drumming for a long time and I've overtightened my snare wires before and that's what it sounds like
Dave Weckls drumming know how is as vast as space. This man makes most other top level drummers look like nothing. He is naturally gifted to play exceptionally well. He is an amazing drum phenomenon.
My gosh...most of us have to find the groove, he is and has been the groove for along time! Thanks Carlos!! Good upload!!!!
This guys "Caress'...is unparalleled. few can do it 'so relaxed' and elegant, and still execute precision with the sticking and articulation.
Wow....that was breath taking. Dave is definitely my fave drummer. Thanks for sharing it Carlos.
One of dave's classics! Outstanding playing!
Te amo Dave ! ese estilo unico no hay otro como vos!
Dave, amazing, phrases. Musical, unique
Artistic mastery. He PLAYS the drums. He doesn't BEAT the drums. And makes it look effortless.
Truly amazing playing.. beautiful in every way! What a legend!
dude I love you for putting this back on youtube! thanks man!
Good lord, he's so good, so tasteful. truly amazing.
I’m thankful for his dedication to this most compelling art form, which Dave took to new heights and will always be remembered as a true artist that continues to inspire. 🙏❤️☀️
Who the hell could be downvoting this???
Those guys clapping at the end were Bozzio, Peart and Portney....
Great to hear Dave taking inspiration from that beautiful snare tone from Lars Ulrich on St Anger, only tuned a little higher 👌🏻
Im in love with that drum sound omg
It’s not just “a beat” with Weckl. There’s a song being written with a melody and harmony that’s takes form with in the beat. It’s beautiful to watch and hear!
Que buen sonido ..!!
excelentes platos y que belleza de Yamaha .
Incredible Dave, just Incredible.
Truly the very best drummer playing today!!! There's only ONE Dave Weckl!!!
The cleanliness...the smoothness man!
Thanks a lot for having this!!!!
FINALLY! This video is back! I was searching for it for such a long time! Thanks so much bro :D
I keep coming back to this years later. The fill from 1:24-1:28 is just stunning
Dave is just incredible!!!!!
The king ❤
That sustain...my boy, that sustain of the entire kit sounds like heaven.
This is what it looks and sounds like when drumming is as natural as breathing - open channel total transparency from brain neurons to hands and feet
You just gave me a new piece to master!! Love it!!
Mind boggling. He's the best
is not play fast, is play like this master drummer This is a musical roller coaster. For me the best of all around drummers...
He's doing all of that like it's nothing, not even sweating it. Amazing
O cara manja muito de timbres. Afinação perfeita, tudo harmonizado! Yamaha é uma empresa feliz! 😁✌
Ha ha. People gave this a thumbs down. Can listen to Dave all day. The cymbals and drums sound great and Dave's a good salesmen.
Class playing by a master drummer...
Never gets boring listening to Dave play
None of you think that snare is too ringy? That was the first thing I noticed. Then I scrolled through the comments and everybody seems to love the snare sound. I've seen videos where Weckl uses a snare muffler that's unlike any other snare muffler I've ever seen. I wonder why he chose not to use it for this video. I'm sure you Weckl fans will agree that he doesn't usually let his snare drum ring out so much. It's not as bad when he plays several notes on the snare, because each consecutive stroke acts as a muffler. Don't get me wrong. I've been a Weckl fan since 1988, when I went out and purchased the first Chick Corea Elektric Band recording on cassette. Great performance here, thanks for posting.
Okay, so the snare drum is growing me in a big way.
Great chops. Dave’s Evolution ( Orange) sticks incidentally, are great for building wrist strength and dexterity. They are heavier than most sticks. Enjoy!
Quality! This is too good!
Great to see this again. Epic solo.
Weckl could make a bunch of cardboard boxes sound great.
Still some of the best I've heard and seen from him. He should do more to-the-piont solos with those grooves and transitions seriously! I know it was meant to demo the cymbals but this turned out to be quite the solo. Nice change from his more complex and building ones.
He`s the best.
so cool, so smooth, amazing light touch. if Eric Clapton would have been a drummer he'd probably have this sort of light but mighty touch.
keep calm and drum on👍
the 20" Aero Crash is a beautiful thing...Sabian continues to be the true innovator...
THE BEST DRUMMER IN THE WORLD!
the amazing thing about dave is that he is getting even good with time and age. Amazing drummer! Age is doing well to him
never a dull moment whenever this man play..”👌👀💗👍🤘
Pra mim..o melhor do mundo🙌
he repeats his work a lot the same tracks but every time it sounds different and fresh! if i can play 1 procent of his skill then i am the luckyest man
LOVE THIS VIDEO... thanks!
"THE MASTER" !!!!
clase, genialidad, estilo, creatividad, técnica..
The categories are made by the listeners in order to try to enjoy and understand better what we are hearing.
Excelente
Mi baterista favorito
55 dislikes???? why again???omg these people really dont understand what kind of craft each drummer have,,,,there's only one dave weckl and that's DAVE WECKL!!!period...
Holding the stick between the ring finger and middle finger, how is that possible?
My dad told me, you are one of the best drummers in the world. Dave Weckl
Chubby little drummer here
love it. sooooo cool. love the buddy rich hi hat thing!
Always fabuloso 👏👏👏!! ...but why that snare drum???
The other thing about Weckl is his reliance on double-stroke rolls around the set (coordinated with the kick)....This is contrasted with power drummers like Dennis Chambers who use single-strokes at blinding speed.
Or Rich who used both.
Singles are a cop out. An excuse for not practicing.
Best sounding snare ive ever heard. And im not a drummer. Damn
Just as impressive as ever!!!!!!!! No one like him!
A Master at work!
Mein erstes Lehrvideo (ja, auf Videokassette) war von Dave Weckl. Heute noch so geil wie damals.
Esa bateria suena perfecta dios mio que sonido viejo!!!
GOAT
well i just learned a new way to use the hi-hat.. better get back to the kit and practice, see you guys in a decade :)
Is it just me or does Dave play a little bit better when on the smaller kit? Amazing!!!
Dave is on a level that even the greats aren't on.
absolute genius!!!!😱
Dave and Buddy Rich the ultimate jazz drummers of all time.
Beautiful.....
Always a pleasure.
Number One 👏👏👍👍
While watching Dave play some high end Sabian cymbals, I'd love to see him play with some B8 cymbals and see him rock those in a video and I'm sure he'd make that more beginner model still sound decent.
His facility and style playing are invincible.
Weckl is the greatest player since Buddy.
I'd say better than.
He's surpassed Buddy. There's not one drummer, before or since, that has had a more incredible sense of dynamics and storytelling on the instrument.
@@joshuahornsby767 Well said. Maybe Buddy had faster hands (...maybe), but speed is not the end-all, be-all measure of a drummer's ability. There are plenty of fast drummers out there. One metric to gauge a drummer's ability and creativity is to see how long it takes to get tired of watching them play. Even Buddy gets boring after a while. Never so with Dave. A true master of the instrument.
you 37 haters have lots to learn, as do i after watching this. but damn really? this guy is a fucking legend!
pra mim o melhor do mundo!
Edson Romario Espetacular
Вэкл гениальный барабанщик с удивительным чувством душевного ритма и чувства всех тонкостей звука.Вот только строй у это установки не его .Видать компания решила продемонстрировать что-то ,на их взгляд,своё. Даже железо,несмотря на хорошее качество и звук,звучит отдельно не в совокупе с барабанами.Возможно таков замысел ......Но .......Дэйв есть Дэйв и этим всё сказано.
Love it
Grande Weckl!!! Agora essa sobra da caixa chega a irritar... 😤 use sempre seu abafador querido... kkkk no mais, um gênio da bateria.
KING