The Song That Changed Aaron Spears' Life ("Caught Up" By Usher)

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Aaron Spears is one of today’s tightest drummers, so it’s no surprise that he’s made such an established name for himself in the world of pop. He’s performed with huge stars including Usher, and this drum playthrough of “Caught Up” is your chance to see this top dog up close.
Undeniable pocket. Wicked groove. Killer chops. Aaron Spears is pop’s MVP (you voted him ‘Pop Drummer Of The Year’ in the 2021 Drumeo Awards). But keep in mind that this isn’t how he’d play the song with Usher - he’s got more freedom here than for a general audience, where it’s more about serving the music than entertaining drummers.
After the song ends, Aaron talks about how playing “Caught Up” at the 2006 Modern Drummer Festival impacted him and his career, plus one piece of advice for drummers (especially those who like to show off and shred).
What you'll see in this video:
0:00 - "Caught Up" Performance
3:52 - Revisiting 2006's Performance
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Пікірлер: 708

@mrpapito8890 2 жыл бұрын

Deep in his heart, he is like “ here we go again 🙄“ for the 10.000x time.

@femthang 2 жыл бұрын

u right

@MEGAMANBK1 2 жыл бұрын

Facts 😂

@ShellAlexandre 2 жыл бұрын

Facts 🤣

@pipekundayo5055 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂

@vashkarvashkar4051 2 жыл бұрын

Not!

@KronkTheKreator 6 ай бұрын

Rest in power, Aaron. One of the greats.

@DyneDrumming 6 ай бұрын

RIP to a great one. He will be missed for sure.

@armansenson2864 6 ай бұрын

I just heard the news and had to come back here to watch this performance again. One of my favorites.

@thousandeyesgotbeats Ай бұрын

I miss him so much. An idol I never got the chance to embrace in person. Good bless his soul. Love y’all !!!🤘🏽

@ashtonwadepaul 2 жыл бұрын

This song didn't only change his life, but watching him play it at Modern Drummer 2006 changed my life!

@broletariat 2 жыл бұрын

Same. That was the moment it clicked that I loved gospel/church drumming.

@emmanuelsandyamarteyamarte4446 2 жыл бұрын

Yessssssssss.

@argauw Жыл бұрын

Facts

@tvtvt77 Жыл бұрын

I watch that everytime I get drunk

@AtwiineBenjamin 6 ай бұрын

Rest in Peace Aaron Spears. You inspired so many. Your humility could be felt even in your tone.

@akoaykilalamo 6 ай бұрын

Aaron spears inspired me to push through with my drumming. Rip king 👑

@tinayemafuya206 2 ай бұрын

It was beautiful to see Usher honor his legacy at the Super Bowl. Continue to Rest In Peace King. A lot of us grew up watching you play, still cant believe you are gone😥. But you will never be forgotten!🥺

@RodrigoRaez 6 ай бұрын

The song you can play a thousand times because of the drummer. Rest in peace Aaron Spears.

@priuspilot339 5 ай бұрын

So happy to have had the privilege to work Aaron Spears. What an incredible man. He will be sorely missed. R.I.P

@callummoodley6311 2 жыл бұрын

His ability to keep this song fresh is crazy, it's like I'm hearing him play it for the first time

@DrumeoOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

Totally! Awesome to hear him freshen up his take on it 🔥

@druzo26 2 жыл бұрын

Can we stop reaching!! Dude is tired of playing this track!!🙄😂😂😂

@starrpark176 6 ай бұрын

Rest in peace Aaron, the world will forever miss your sound

@martinnoeken4465 6 ай бұрын

Didn‘t know him before his death, unfortunatelly. What a master! Watching this video, I often thought: Wow, what a confusing fill, he‘ll never get out of this mess in time to hit the „1“ … but he does, of course! RIP.😢

@becw9972 6 ай бұрын

I thought the same!

@ashtonwadepaul 6 ай бұрын

No one can deny he was one of the best to do this. RIP king

@thebrokencymbal 2 жыл бұрын

I'll never forget being a kid seeing him rip a quick drum break on the grammy's with Usher and James Brown... Immediately rewinding the tv over and over just to hear it again

@DrumeoOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

🙌 yup

@TheWorkingDrummer 2 жыл бұрын

Dude yes

@delandsenatus2258 2 жыл бұрын

Yoo I thought I was the only one who saw that on the Grammy’s it was so quick but it was a nasty fill!!

@CamiloMoyaBaterista Жыл бұрын

@@DrumeoOfficial Guys, do you have a pdf transcription?

@reubenjfarrel 2 жыл бұрын

That 2006 modern drummer was legendary 🔥

@DrumeoOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

💯

@krthkh 2 жыл бұрын

What happened to MDF, I guess 2008 was the last edition.

@bugravardal6432 2 жыл бұрын

Was there and saw Aaron Spears for the first time. As a metal drummer, my jaw dropped when I saw Aaron’s performance. Super groovy and full of energy.

@jasonm8131 10 ай бұрын

This guy is just so dang humble, yet a straight up KILLER on the set!

@enterdimentional 6 ай бұрын

We'll always love you Mister Spears. Rest easy. Thanks for the tunes.

@juliahenriques210 2 жыл бұрын

This man speaks unadulterated truth. A gig is a gig. It can and should be fun, but it's not for fun. Always play for the team.

@DrumeoOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

Truth 🙌

@MACDrums 2 жыл бұрын

Wise words friend

@starboom7730 Жыл бұрын

I remember watching Aaron play this song back in 06 for the Modern Drummer event. The K Cluster Crash in front of him now is in place of the 18" A Custom Crash back then. Yes, I'm a huge fan of him 😅

@michaelmoore8183 Жыл бұрын

What size light hi hat you think he's playing here?

@TheRealMrBeard 6 ай бұрын

@@michaelmoore8183I'd guess 15's

@lifeofapotato4595 Ай бұрын

Watched this when I was just 7 yo learning how to drum yeeeears ago and inspired me since then. RIP🙏🏻

@jerichobrandon3571 2 жыл бұрын

Still remember watching the moderndrummer performance video when i was into my second year of playing drums..he's still the GOAT🔥💯

@DiscoverwithDan 2 жыл бұрын

I played that VHS tape over and over so many times 🤘

@davisuduak2324 2 жыл бұрын

Epic

@SpazzyMcGeee 2 жыл бұрын

is it the video where he rekt the hi-hat stand towards the end?

@DrumeoOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

so good 🔥

@drumsNstuff79 2 жыл бұрын

@@SpazzyMcGeee Haha Yeah he did! It either broke or just drifted away as his hands just went bananas!

@juan-josegarza7039 5 ай бұрын

RIP, bro. You made me realize how much I suck at drumming back in the day. I had to get better. One day, I'll get there.

@samfisher4566 6 ай бұрын

I remember watching the dvd where he featured this song, I was still learning to play drums, and MEEEN, those chops! He definitely was one of the best beat rhythm choppers!🙏🏻🔥

@samukarbrj 6 ай бұрын

the end message is so inspiring, it's like hes giving his life advice. RIP 😢

@Rockerstepchamp 2 жыл бұрын

Man! i love how he talk to people. so kind and polite. And sure, his perform amazing as always.

@Zembassi3962 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent drumming techniques! The major use of fills in your performance is phenomenal. No wonder you won that contest--you're on fire!🔥✊🏽

@josephrohrbach1588 6 ай бұрын

Going to miss his playing. Absolutely inspirational.

@jedi_417 2 жыл бұрын

That was one of my favorite Modern Drummer Festival performances of all-time.

@arieljordanes2440 2 жыл бұрын

These drum chops are super bad ass!!! I absolutely LOVE this groove, but a drummer like you makes it sound 100×s better!! Brilliant my friend- God bless!! 🙏❤☺🤓

@cgafken 2 жыл бұрын

I was at that Modern Drummer Festival in 06’!! I was prepping to audition to attend Berklee and seeing you play was a massive inspiration and made me want to practice even more. Aaron you are a true inspiration and ai thank you for all you’ve done for the music community

@kidannyvellon6722 6 ай бұрын

RIP one of the greats. That breakdown after the 3:00 mark leading to the finish is not in the original but it almost sounds majestic like the culmination of a story, game, career 😮🎉

@heartbeatsdrum 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! The video of him playing that song is one of my favorite drum videos. His flow is so damn good and the speed is insane.

@francopaniego8173 2 жыл бұрын

Aaron,I Just can't stop watching you playing drums. In early pandemic I spend lot of time trying to play a gospel chop form original caught up. Thanks for your inspiration

@SaarphireTTV 6 ай бұрын

the tastiest chops. those fills are still chef's kiss. Benn watching his Caught up performances since 2006. This video alone inspired me for fills so much. R.I.P. gone way too soon. Now, he can continue to "catch up" with some of the absolute legends that came before him up there.

@JC-se8mi 2 жыл бұрын

Some beautifully-talented, positive vibes to brighten our day and being a smile during these troubling times rn 🙏🏼

@MACDrums 2 жыл бұрын

It's crazy how different it is from the first video. Obviously, he's older, so he matured a lot, but its so good to see him still absolutely shredding

@Spzmeador 2 жыл бұрын

Spears, man, I can't explain what this did to me. I came up in the 80s and by the time I heard this it looked like drumming had peaked and no one cared about the craft anymore and then I heard Caught Up and it was one of the most inspiring things I ever heard, thank you for helping me get back on a set, I aint looking back now. God bless

@Ted_Swayinghill 2 жыл бұрын

Whats interesting is, a drummer by the name of Joel Smith had laid the foundation to the approaches Aaron and most of today’s r&b/hip-hop/pop drummers that come from a gospel background in the 80s Then guys like Ladell Abrams, Gerald & Eddie Heyward, Marvin McQuitty, Teddy Campbell and other drummers during the 90s took it to another level

@troymarkee955 2 жыл бұрын

Vidal Davis

@Ted_Swayinghill 2 жыл бұрын

@@troymarkee955 and the Neuble Bros.

@dje9543 6 ай бұрын

Great playing with an even greater message. He may be gone, but will still leave legacy through his playing and guidance.

@joshuasotogaete1382 2 жыл бұрын

I see this video many years later and it still seems amazing! ! also a classic!

@GotLove4All 2 жыл бұрын

Its good to finally hear someone express the difference between playing for an artist versus a basement jam or highlighting drum or cymbal brands. Good job young lion!!!!!!

@higorfelipe8522 6 ай бұрын

Descanse em paz guerreiro 🕊️

@MDUBE5999 6 ай бұрын

Phenomenal!! That's the first time that I've seen such a drummer of size; and w/ such speed! WHOA!! May Aaron Spear's Spirit Carry On.... . . .

@monickerofgoodness4898 6 ай бұрын

Anyone whos ever recorded them selves playing drums must recognize how absolutely tight Aarons basic beat was. Sounds easy but is so far from it. Truly a masterful demonstration of time-feel here. RIP legend.

@eli-stringz8656 2 жыл бұрын

I got to know Aaron Spears from this performance several years ago and it's one of the reasons I love the drums so much even though I'm a guitar player but I have a special love for drums. The 2006 performance opened my eyes to new possibilities on the drums and it's a legendary performance. Anyone that hates that performance really has a problem.

@DariusP33 6 ай бұрын

Rest In Power!!!! One of the best to ever do it!

@TheIgnoramus 2 жыл бұрын

one of my favorite feel players ever. his flow just hits me right.

@DrumeoOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you dig it, Parker.

@nanaabora 2 жыл бұрын

Much respect for you sir. Legendary Aaron Spears 🙏🏾

@tortillasarenotbiceps7622 2 жыл бұрын

Saw him first time years ago and was blown away. Seeing him now in 22 = still blown away.

@cityrockermusic 2 жыл бұрын

Back then, I'm still remembering that fills at the ends of chorus 1 Just beautiful

@JamesOKeefe-US Жыл бұрын

I remember watching the original at 50% speed a million times and just being in awe. Truly one of the most amazing performances I have ever seen. Even the hi hat gave up and was like "I'm out" 🤣

@carlolauderdale7161 3 ай бұрын

RIP to one who mastered his craft! We miss you in the music world 🌎

@leandro.santiago 6 ай бұрын

Passei dias tentando tirar uma única frase dessa música! Descanse em paz irmão!

@synthwavedaddy 2 жыл бұрын

Seeing Aaron Spears at a young age to now. It is so nostalgic!

@xTruthxWithinx 5 ай бұрын

This was hard to watch for me. I remember the original performance at Modern Drummer fest. This guy got me into wanting to learn R&B drumming and I would implement it into my metal and rock drumming. Changed my play style forever. RIP GOAT!

@strangeraeons 6 ай бұрын

another great artist gone. man this guy could PLAY. I MEAN PLAY. Rest in peace!!!!

@MrCamwilliams7 6 ай бұрын

Here to pay my respects to 1 of my favorite drummers ever! 🙏🏾🕊️

@iconoclastmusic368 3 ай бұрын

The original video was probably one of my first inspirations on KZfaq watching some of the best drummers in the world. We will miss you Aaron!

@jasperbasicdrums3543 2 жыл бұрын

It keeps better and better. Thank you Aaron spears. 🙂🥁♥️

@warrenwillis5382 2 жыл бұрын

What’s crazy is I still remember the 06 modern drummer performance. That joint changed my life! Now, you’re still crazy good but now there’s a maturity in your playing that’s developed overtime and it’s 😮‍💨🤌🏾

@GeorgeGeeSr 2 жыл бұрын

A consumate time keeper...jus the right amount of Funk n chop-ups to keep you listening.

@pachvandio 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for all the inspiration, Aaron! 🙏🏼

@jacesims2353 2 жыл бұрын

Man, everything about that kit sounds INCREDIBLE! I'm sure Aaron has something to do with that. Dude can groove!

@alexis.jacobo.drums14 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Aaron and Drumeo! That tip you shared at the end is like a must rule to every drummer that wants to reach a professional level (of course I'm not); but what I see is that if you sit and play lots of chops and crazy (admiring) things, perhaps you'll enjoy a lot and have more fun, but maybe for the musician next to you could be too much to digest and the song and intention the whole band want to reach are not very well matched.; then you can notice the reaction from the people playing with you or either listening to a gig, it'll be more enjoyable when you play something more musical and going along with the band's mood (not just in time ha)

@MTBPA 6 ай бұрын

Truly talented and blessed! Rest in peace!

@GioRdrummer 2 жыл бұрын

I remember that video like it was yesterday. And the sound of his drum set is freaking AWESOME! 🤌🏼🤌🏼💙💙😱😱🙌🏼🙌🏼

@Imhotep_DrummerJones 2 жыл бұрын

5:45 a very humbling and important message “inside” another major message… the legend who inspired millions!! Is still inspired by “regular at home” drummers…💯💯 Legend

@jamesbooth683 2 жыл бұрын

I think 2005 Modern Drummer festival changed the way I looked at drumming. That performance was so ahead of the times, I think I speak for everyone here. I remember downloading the video and playing it back over and over and trying to learn parts of the chops. So technical. Stems from Gospel chops. Love it.

@philiplauzon1743 2 жыл бұрын

Complete and absolute pocket and groove 😎🤘 Tight AF. Epic

@AndyHawtin1 2 жыл бұрын

effortless! one of my favourite drummers.

@a.i.override8914 2 жыл бұрын

That bass drum sound! Love you Aaron!

@davidrollins8701 6 ай бұрын

Rest in peace dear friend. Will always love and miss you. Your talent, mixed with humility and a kind heart, will never be forgotten.

@andersonthuff7412 6 ай бұрын

Um grande batera, Descanse em paz🖤 😔

@taveonwashington9481 2 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite players. His fills are so crisp

@imdoingwell 2 жыл бұрын

Love watching Aaron drum. His groove always feels soo good and drumming complements the songs nicely!

@DrumeoOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

agreed 🙌

@playarabbit 2 ай бұрын

This is the Life they talking about when you do what you love and never get tired forever

@WildkatLefunk 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for capturing this smiling beast on the kit.

@djharris90 7 ай бұрын

My brother is a musician and they're just another breed altogether. They don't hear the world or music the same way. Serious kudos to this genius drummer

@AWFarmer 2 жыл бұрын

I always underestimate my memory of these songs from my youth. Great!

@vicos2007 2 жыл бұрын

My God the Sonor kit sounds amazing

@kinggoated5388 2 ай бұрын

R.I.P u were a legend😢😢❤❤🎉

@BenyaminImanuelSilalahi 6 ай бұрын

RIP aaron, the GOAT, the legend, you changed my drumming and forever will be my drum hero.

@chrisl5711 2 жыл бұрын

One of my all time favorite drumming moments and I can say without a doubt it lead me into playing the drums myself. I was inspired that much by it. 🥁💯

@DrumeoOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

awesome to hear!

@chrisl5711 2 жыл бұрын

@@DrumeoOfficial thanks!!

@thef.a.c.e.foundation8316 2 жыл бұрын

Lets go!!!!! Still feels like yesterday we were all tripping over this solo! Thank you for never being too good to run this back for us big bro!!!!!

@reginaldhodges4732 5 ай бұрын

😮MY MOST FAVORITE DRUMMER PERIOD...MAY HE REST ENTIRELY IN PEACE HALLELUJAH.

@stevenron2759 2 жыл бұрын

So glad aaron pointed out that you gotta be super solid playing with an artist! Serving the music is the #1 priority.

@mikewithrow2271 2 жыл бұрын

Grounded and locked in? Daaauuumm man you nailed that so sweet. You seriously got that pocket and chops down to the max.

@phenyob.seithamo2162 11 ай бұрын

Love Your drumming style Aaron Spears

@PiettroRocha 6 ай бұрын

Still can’t believe his gone! U will be remembered for ever bro!

@isaacchad959 6 ай бұрын

Aaron is a legend....this approach gave it a different style and mature meaning

@AaronGomesToday 2 жыл бұрын

Snare sounds so clean!

@M2TimesOfficial 6 ай бұрын

RIP to one of my favourite drummers of all time man 😢 made me fall in love with flam fills fr

@davecerv 2 жыл бұрын

That modern drummer performance was one of the first videos I ever watched on KZfaq back in the day omg.

@celestialaeonproject Жыл бұрын

One of my most memorable drum moments is the old Aaron Spears video from '05 or '06 which I ran into on KZfaq back in the day. The title was like "Aaron Spears back in '05" and it was this insane take from their gospel rehearsal with the sickest grooves and band harmonies that just worked so damn well together and if I remember correctly he was breaking sticks with his energy even in the rehearsal