Fran Merante - Don't Stop Believing - Journey (COVER)

1,556 views · Published 27 May 2013 · 4:12 · Indexed 6 November 2026

Channel: funky2714 · 2013 · Music

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I rarely cover pop tunes but Steve Smith's drum track to this tune, in my opinion, is one of the GREATEST MOST INNOVATIVE drum tracks EVER played on a pop/rock tune! AMAZING!!

Since I cut my drumming teeth on Journey / Steve Smith, it felt good to pay homage to one of the greatest drummers of our time and one of the greatest rock bands of our time by covering this tune! DECEPTIVELY DIFFICULT! 

Sorry Mr. Smith!! I gave it a shot but NOBODY makes this tune feel like you do! Forgive me for my shortcomings!!!

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