Keeping pace with Mr Paice in a hard driving song about driving! THE SONG - "Highway Star" was written by hard rock / heavy metal band Deep Purple members guitarist Ritchie Blackmore, vocalist Ian Gillan, bassist Roger Glover, keyboardist Jon Lord, and drummer Ian Paice. It's the opening track on the album 'Machine Head' which is considered to be the band's most commercially successful album. Along with the other songs, "Highway Star" was recorded between Dec 6 and 21, 1971 in Montreux, Switzerland at the Grand Hotel. This was during the infamous period when the originally intended recording venue, the Montreux Casino, burned down which inspired their famous song "Smoke On The Water". The album 'Machine Head' was released on Mar 25, 1972 and was a chart-topper in at least 9 countries. In the UK it reached #1 during the week of its release and remained in the top 40 for 20 weeks. In the US, it entered the Billboard 200 at #166 on Apr 15, 1972 and peaked at #7 more than a year later on Aug 11, 1973. It was last seen at #189 on Aug 31, 1974 the following year after 118 weeks on the chart. "Highway Star" was released as a single in March 1972. It apparently did not chart in the US or UK. It did reach #30 in France. The song is about a man who loves his high-powered car. Roger Glover has been quoted as saying they wrote the song on Sept 13, 1971 on the way to a gig in Portsmouth, UK. They had been opening their set with "Speed King" and had grown tired of it so "Highway Star" became their new opener. Drummer Ian Paice, a member of Deep Purple from the very beginning up to the present, got his first drum kit at age 15 and joined Deep Purple in Feb 1968 at age 19. In the '70s he used Ludwig drums. He plays left-handed and is known for his fast single and double stroke rolls. In this brief video he demonstrates his unique one-handed roll kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ptaIZ9p7sZmbmmg.html THE DRUM COVER - Sina is well qualified in the Ian Paice style. She has several previous Deep Purple cover / collab videos and a drum tutorial video for "Smoke On The Water" so it's no surprise that she handled "Highway Star" like a star. Check out her other Deep Purple videos - "Child In Time" (collab) - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/f62Vl7N5yrK9f6c.html "Burn" (drum cover) - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/r7CZnKqJq8fVpo0.html "Smoke On The Water" (collab) - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eL1xkst3ntfNoIU.html "How To Play Smoke On The Water" - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bt2odZSbz9jYgJc.html "Smoke On The Water" (drum cover) - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mpljq5R53rC-YWQ.html "Woman From Tokyo" (drum cover) - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aNpmY8iKmsDVoIE.html

Being a Deep Purple fan from the beginning, (I am 64 yrs young) I can say that you did an excellent job in your tribute to Ian. No one can ever say that you disrespected the band in any way. Good job my Dear.

You go girl ! This was a fantastic album. I agree with the guy who said that it's great seeing the younger generation imbrase these old songs and albums .

Great to see the younger generation keeping these classics alive !!!

You don't get this good without passion for your craft, dedication, hard work, and a commitment to the pursuit of perfection. What a testament to young folk everywhere. Let it rip girl.

Oh My God. I have been waiting for Highway Star and what do you do? Create another instant classic and the next 10M plus viewed drumming lesson for the world. Such a flawless pleasure to watch. Whirlwind is right!

She is a killer machine..

This has to be the best cover version I've ever heard! All Deep Purple fans bow to you Sina you are an incredibly skilled drummer!❤

Dang! This young lady is the real deal. Been a Purple fan since the 70’s! I know this would bring a big grin to Mr. Ian!!!! Well done and much respect.

Been following SIna for years. Always knew she was a really good drummer, until this song cover, which I had never seen somehow. Now I know 100% she is a GREAT DRUMMER! * She performed thins song, better that any man, woman or child I know. I Promote and book bands all over and there is not one drummer, that can top her. She is truly a monster behind her kit and a pleasure to watch. Every fill was filled and every beat pounded out just right. I often wonder is she is left handed, with that incredible power she has on both hands., Perhaps she is ambidextrous. God bless you Sina~~ 🤘💞

I've been a Deep Purple fan since they first began performing. One of the features of the band in my opinion was the drum work. Ian Paice was brilliant. You are right up there with him, Sina. What more can I say but Wow! Well done!

Great to see younger people enjoying some of the best music has to offer. One of my favorite tunes. Amazing job!

Highway star is such a great tune! Never gets old.

This young beautiful lady relives the energy of the 70's superrock era.

Best drummer that I've ever seen, and I'm a 64 year old soundman that has seen every band. I ran sound for many bands, even Foghat when the soundman had the flu. I just went to see them. I saw that the soundman was sick and stepped in.

Highway Star is Sina's 13 video to pass 10 million views. Next closest KZfaq drummers are Matt McGuire with 8, Meytal 7, Cooper and A-Yeon with 6. Congratulations Sina.

Been watching a few of her videos. She clearly could be a drummer in any rock band!

Ian Paice is majorly (and unfortunately) unrecognized as one of the all time greatest rock and roll drummers of all time. Quick hands. Awesome chops. Incredible beats. Just listen to not only this song but listen to Burn, Smoke on the water, Pictures of home, Lazy and sooo much more. He is perhaps the best drummer in that rock era. I know everyone thinks that John Bonham was it. And he was very innovative. But, Ian Paice played with such strength and creative licks that no one held a candle to. Sina, you nailed this. One of their fastest moving songs. You are absolutely amazing to me! Ive been playing drums for over 40 years! I have this and many other songs down tight but to see you play this like you do is incredible! Love you man!

So many people can take lessons for years and years and still never come anywhere near as proficient as this young lady! Perfection personified! I have been playing 25 years and don't have the technical skill this young lady has, It is something she was obviously born with! Such a treat to watch her. Thanks Sina!

Already a Teenage Millionaire via KZfaq. Incredibly Talented and has EARNED every bit of it.

We listened to it so many times as students in the early seventies. She plays it perfectly, like everything she plays.

Man I love this song! That makes sbout 4 or 5 in a row now that I've said the same exact thing , slow ride, something else before that, something else before that. I love the songs but it's the time travel that makes them so much fun for me. I was 7 years younger than Sina is now when I first heard this song as a new release. Who knew Sina would come along 47 years later and recapture the energy of this song, or the other half dozen I've heard today, or the 30-40 I've heard so far on this channel. How is it possible that I can go back in a drumbeat to my teens again, when I'm am so very far from my teens! And not the hard part of them, but the BEST part of them! Thank you Sina.

I am dumbfounded by 750 dislikes on this. What in the world are you thinking? Well done, Sina. In awe of your talent...dedication...and hard work.

Oh man, the breaks, the hihat work, the bass drum, all sooo perfect. This is really soooooo nice to watch and listen to.

She's INCREDIBLE,,,,,,, l love when the younger crowd could play such great classic music

Not only a tribute to Ian but to you also. That was great. Love watching, and listening to yo play. Thanks again. You're truly a joy to support.

Being an old dude, i love how you play so many songs from my time . i was in a band in the 70's and this brings it all back . i remember that we usually had this as the last song in a set, because it's so draining for everyone . you really nailed it.

It's magic!

I have watched this perfect video lots of times. Love it. Sina just perfect.

What I wanna know is where does her physical power come from? Holy scheiss, she hits as hard as Bonham did and obviously she does not have have the upper body that he had (thank God 😊) . Furthermore did anyone else spot that at one point she took a second to sweep her hair away from her face with her right hand and she LITERALLY DID NOT MISS A BEAT. I wonder if she's a tennis player. If she is can you imagine what her two-handed backhand would be like? I swear I thought she was gonna pound her floor tom right through the floor. You're FANTASTIAWESOMAGICAL Sina Doering , you're one of a kind. Im back here one year later in late July of 2022. Im still blown away by this. Clearly she's in full beast mode here. Kudos and Bravos!

Yeah! Discovering Deep Purple with Sina drums. Love that.

Ian Paice would be so proud of this ...Sina is easily one of the BEST drummers EVER. She easily matches Paice, Ginger Baker, John Bonham and many, many others. She is far beyond talented.

Your a natural. Covering Paice is no easy feat but you did him justice.

Ian Paice has some of the tightest fills in classic rock and you nailed all of them! Great job!

Epic performance as always. Killer groove, song choice, huge sound and awesome cover.

Hi Sina, this was the first time I’ve seen this cover of Highway Star, since that first day my brother Billy told me about you. This was the first cover I ever saw that you had done. Needless to say I have chills seeing it. I miss Billy but so so happy to continue to follow your journey. ☺️

I had that album. It's a hard rockin song. I'm going to send a message to Ian's site and ask for his reaction. She's good 👍

То что делает эта принцесса рока, это супер работа! Я не могу серьезно отличить её бой от Йена Пейса...и это респект молодой музыкантше!

So many drummers on KZfaq now but this young lady is just something special.

Sina , you have won our hearts with your unearthly talent . Thank you , girl ! They love you very much in Russia !

You’re a god.. brings back all the memories.

After hearing her play, I will never want to hear the original tracks again! She must be a carpenter because she NAILS EVERY SONG SHE COVERS!

I love that young people who rocks with the very best oldest Rock 😍

You murdered this cover!! I am blown away! From one drummer to another, you are a beast!!

I know drumming. Over 30 yrs experience. I just wanna say. This young lady is able to do her covers perfectly. Which IS harder than original songs u wrote. The covers she does are by the best drummers in the world. They are incredibly done. I wish her great success.

Ian Paice says he's impressed. 1.5k KZfaq randos give a thumbs-down. I think I'll go along with Mr. Paice.

Молодец! Зачётно отпахала! Помимо чувства ритма и т.д. это ещё и тяжело физически. Респект !!!!!

This cover is like a vulcanic eruption! And still What a percfectly co-ordinated explosion by Sina! Her hands and feet are everywhere! Double kicks and triplets hit just right, rolls are complete and no misses! Perfection, Sina. Lovable !!

most accurate cover for me

What a song! What a video! What a drummer! You see, I'm a little short of words. But I enjoy this wonderful music. Many thanks for that!

Sina, i have watched your covers over the last 7 years..... you are gifted, and you play all the rock i grew up on. i am 62 now and i thank you !

Wow, I just discovered your covers and you’ve lit up my day! I’m tapping my feet and playing air guitar right along with you and I’m 66 years old. You are an inspiration to me for my outlook on todays youth. I hope you’re getting everything you deserve as far as getting paid for your amazing talent Sina!!!

Best drummer on KZfaq by miles

I’ve been a drummer for 55 years but in all that time I have never seen a talent like yours. Keep it up.

I have just discovered this young lady. I'm calling in sick to work so I can sit here all day and watch her doing her thing. Absolutely unbelievable. You nailed Highway Star 100% perfect. Even the ending which is mega-tough. You absolutely nailed it! Amazing!

What a pleasure to see and to hear the excellent beats of this marvelous young girl.thanks

The best Drumer in the world 🌎💐🤘💪😍

OMG 😮 are you pretending to leave Mr Ian Paice jobless ? Excellent !!!!

I have watched several of her and I can't get over how damn good she is. Every strike of her sticks and feet are intentional, no random beats.

She is killing it well done Sina

Drums and Rhythm are in your DNA . . . Drums Lady ! ! !

You are my favorite female drummer of all time ! ! !

Exceptional on every level... Sina you truly nailed this classic that I've been listening to since I was 14 (1974)! Stroke for stroke, I can feel the cords of the organ, the bass, the riffs of the Blackmore and can feel yourr mastery of this kit!!! Great job!!

Ian Paice would be proud! what a great job on a great tune!

Absolutely the only one to hire

She plays for the song/music and not just for the camera. I see the musical connection in everything she plays. Refreshing!

I show your videos to my ten-year old twin girls to prove that girls can do ANYTHING!

I don't need drugs or alcohol I'm having a high off your drumming and selection of tunes on da moon

And.....a year later, she has a brand new studio on a repurposed boat! Now, I'm awaiting Sina to become a household name!

Ooh she's a killing machine Shes got everything Like a driving power Big fat drums and everything

Wow, I've probably heard the song over a thousand times. With "Black Night", "Smoke On The Water" "Highway Star" was also often found in some charts. In addition to the other two songs, which were loved by their strong rhythm, "Highway Star" was one of the few speed songs of Deep Purple. As with "Burn" (and other DP songs) you played "Highway Star" excellently. Your work on the snare is getting better and better and when I have learned one thing, practicing on the snare is an endless practice. Well, it’s also the basis of a drummer, the play at the snare. Another ear feast in your drum archive. 👏👍😻

Wow how cool just watching you drum I'm 59

The musicianship of this young woman impresses me each time. I hope to hear her well into the future.

I’m speechless. How can such a young lady have so much talent, energy ??? Wow wow wow !!!. Behold The queen of dreams.

Anybody givin you a thumbs down on this is plain jealous this is fantastic you know it is! Keep it up, we love ya

So geil! Ich liebe Deep Purple! Klasse Sina, You made my day!

Thank you Sina, happy birthday beautiful girl

Heard the intro.... warm shivers from top to tail.... oh no.... oh yeah.... she's going to do it. That poor kit just got smashed. Absolutely sensational. Awesome once again. My calendar reads Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, SINA DAY, Happy Day etc. You rock my world Sina. Your my highlight of every week and thousands would agree. Thanks so much for last week's Q&A. It was very enjoyable and proved beyond doubt you are a beautiful person as well as the QUEEN OF ROCK. Aussie Al

I can’t stop watching this killer performance - this song sounds better than it used to, and it always sounded great to start with.

This lady is real. She provides all the camera angles to back it up! You rock Sina. Thank you.

This cover is truly amazing, I cut my rock teeth on this song over 40yrs ago and you don't realise just how complex the drumming is in the song until watching it being played. I gotta sign off now and put some deep heat on my neck coz of all the headbangin'. Brilliant job tho' Sina...

I've heard this song a thousand times, but seeing you playing it so well is like hearing it again for the first time! =D

Это что то! Я восхищен этой девочкой! Так отстучать DP!!! Слава Богу есть молодежь знающая настоящую музыку. У этой девочки одни только шедевры и никакого хлама. SINA ты взрыв мозга! Дай Бог тебе всего хорошего за хорошее настроение.

Nothing better than a drummer that knows how to hit those skins and looking good while doing it!

Amazing! I always luv to watch/hear every of her playing, again and again

This song has so memories for me growing up. I’ve watched this video many times in the last day or so since being sent a link to Sina by a drumming friend. Words can’t express how thrilled I am to hear such a fantastic performance! I’ve seen many fit guys covered in sweat playing this and similar songs and Sina just nails every single beat and every fill - and makes it look so easy when it is actually so challenging! I always thought Ian Paice was one of the most powerful drummers of his era - and he must be so pleased to see this wonderful tribute to him.

Yepper, Sina does play wonderfully. Love the passion you have for the Instrument. Approaching 70 years of age, and a resurrected Recreational Drummer, playing to My Music (I couldn't touch this), after a 51 year Hiatus, I wouldn't be able to "Shine Your Shoes". I especially enjoy how you have your Rack Toms in straight up position. Mine are tilted at angles, because I would be hitting the rims instead of the heads square on. You have terrific Posture when you play as well. God Bless and take care .

WOW!! Sina is absolutely amazing!

Dear Sina, you are wonderful and one of the best drummers. Don't get mad about this tiny correction: Master Paice starts the snare roll with just one hand, like an exercise, until 00:13 of your video. The difference is beautiful. Keep up your magnificent work!

I always give Sina an instant like before she even begins. She is phenomenal.

I started listening quietly until the moment of visual and sound hypnosis! Q : Sina, would you be Magic?🤔 A : Yes, of course!😀👍

Awesome ! Awesome ! Awesome !! I always come back to listen to you.

YOU ARE SO FANTASTIC!!!

You are SO good! Ian would be proud! Peace!

Sina you could replace any existing drummer ! from Alice Cooper's to Led Zeppelin's , Phil Collins and Ringo Starr !!! Brava ! Bravissima ! saluti dall 'Italia !

Off the hook! Great job on a timeless classic!!

love this song and love young talent bringing back some great stuff, thanking you greatly.

As good as the original. How can this young girl from Germany absolutely rock our American rock and roll? She can join ANY band and be as good as ANY drummer they can find. She is beyond incredible. I wish the negative commenters would say what they meant. This young lady is amazing!!!!!!!!!!!

Смотрю уже который раз и восхищаюсь Sina Вашим талантом ! Браво ! Браво !

As a bassist, this is my favorite video on my favorite channel! The bassist's natural friend and ally is the drummer - Sina's drumming gives me great inspiration! A great drummer is a great friend - You want to hit all the notes right so they get perfect timing and don't have to even think about their timing, it's just perfect. The rhythm section must stick together against the wild irregularities of the guitarist and vocalist! (lol) Yes, I realize everybody uses a click track these days... 😞But I am better than a click track! I can give eye contact, immediate feedback and joy for the drummer's experience. Plus I can cover for busted heads and broken sticks, which a click track cannot do!