Tony Royster Jr.

[RawDrummer55]

I think kid is amazing!!! Drummerworld doesnt have any good videos of him. Go to yahoo. video search his name and watch this solo. It's carzy, and hes only 12 in the video. The kid won the guitar center drumoff when he was 10 years old !! hes 18 now and has toured the world. I think hes crazy, what do u think.

(But it also helps when your personal mentor is dennis chambers)

http://www.drummerworld.com/drummers/Royster_Angelo_Rubin.html

[InnateDrummer]

Indeed, that guy can play his ass off! i mean, he's amazing, have you heard the songs he's made? They're killer and really really fun to play. really, a one of a kind drummer

[Blue]

I've heard only what I saw on Drummerworld, but I gotta say, he's freaking sick! I can't belive he won the guitar center drum off at 10. That's upseen. Being mentored by Dennis Chambers is quite the advantage. But he definetely has the talent. I can't wait to see how good he becomes. It's going to be ridiculous.

[SheekLucci]

his dvd w/ b cobham, d chambers, and himself is sweet

[aahznightsky]

he has a dvd?! i just saw that video on yahoo and he's just SICK at any age. where can i find the dvd?

[drumzalicious]

he is coming out with a new one in august.

www.tonyroysterjr.com

[eddrummer05]

i wish dennis chambers mentor me hahahhaha

[Breakbeat Milo]

My personal mentor is GUSTAVO MELI and nobody (you fools) says a word about it.

So........

????

What's the deal??????

[Harakirie]

He F** rulz his yahoo solo is so darn unreal , and when hes done hes like if nothing just was or so :P

hope to meet him some day i allready met Simon phillips :D

[GPinney]

Drummerworld.com should deffenetly give him his own page with videos and pictures and music. He deffenetly diserves it!

[NUTHA JASON]

it has:

http://www.drummerworld.com/drummers/Royster_Angelo_Rubin.html

j

[Bernhard]

My personal mentor is GUSTAVO MELI and nobody (you fools) says a word about it.

So........

????

What's the deal??????

Great drummer, but he's too old to have this "Oh look this little boy" wonder-effect

Bernhard

[Plook]

Great drummer, but he's too old to have this "Oh look this little boy" wonder-effect

Bernhard

Yeah he's 20 now and can't use that young thing anymore. That went out the door at least 3-4 years ago.

I met him in Vancouver at Musicwest 95. Hung out with him, his mom and dad for a few days. All really nice people. Dad was in the Army, and a really good guitar player.

I remember Tony and I were farting around on a couple of electronic drumsets there was this huge crowd and man, I could barely keep up. I was 21 at the time. That kid was great then and should be a lot better now.

[Fldrummer]

Yea... He's not a kid anymore. Heres some mp3's
http://tonyroysterjr.com/sounds.htm


I have a video of him playing a electro kit if I can find it.

[Funkdaddy]

I think Bernard was talking about Gustavo, not Tony.

[tre cool no2]

a drum solo by atwelve year old is better than any drummer you have ever seen forget travis barker,ringo star,bobby rock,this kid blew me away!
look on www.lookatentertainment.com then click on audio files and browse down until u find the clip titled "drum solo" trust me its amazing let me know what u think!

[Dill X]

That Tony Royster Jr. He's on this site.

[tre cool no2]

That Tony Royster Jr. He's on this site.
jesus ive joined 2day there are loads of great drummers on this site
ive heard that tre cool himself comes on heree but im not so sure...

[Dill X]

By on the site, I mean like he has a page on here.
Tre Cool has his on page on Drummerworld, but I don't think he's actually ever been on the forums.

[tre cool no2]

By on the site, I mean like he has a page on here.
Tre Cool has his on page on Drummerworld, but I don't think he's actually ever been on the forums.
bernhard says hes spoken to him recently

[Raymond Bloom]

Tony Royster Jr. isn't 12 anymore :DD

[tre cool no2]

Tony Royster Jr. isn't 12 anymore :DD
how old is he now?and what year was that clip filmed in?

[NUTHA JASON]

to find out more please visit:

http://www.tonyroysterjr.com/

j

[Damon Dapper]

Tony is around 21 or 22 years of age now, and he is simply incredible.

The world know's that!

Dap.

[Baveux]

Wow, I am just starting to play at 46 ...and I can't see the day that I will play like that !

[somedrummer]

By on the site, I mean like he has a page on here.
Tre Cool has his on page on Drummerworld, but I don't think he's actually ever been on the forums.

Hey Bernhard,

Would it be possible to, say, require (or at least suggest to) the pro drummers here that they check out the forum? I think if they are going to get the promotion of having their site on here they should at least contribute something to helping those in their craft...

Just a thought.

Rob

[Bonham to the moon]

Tony Royster Jr. isn't 12 anymore :DD

yea but he was 12 when he did that

[finnhiggins]

Hey Bernhard,

Would it be possible to, say, require (or at least suggest to) the pro drummers here that they check out the forum? I think if they are going to get the promotion of having their site on here they should at least contribute something to helping those in their craft...

Just a thought.

Rob

"Dear Vinnie, I have a website where we allow people to look at pictures of you plus a couple of videos. In order to achieve this great honour, you must report to Boot Camp Drummerworld Forum at once."

Seriously, don't you think some of them might have better things to do than be nagged by us lot?

[Jaymasta]

OMG! I wonder how good he is now DUDE! I basicly just "crapped" my pants............And bernhard if you can get Tre Cool on this forum that would be AWSOME!!!!!!!

[Breakbeat Milo]

This is the direct link to the Tony Royster Jr. Drum Solo:

http://www.lookatentertainment.com/v/v-1189.htm

He's so great....
Really.... I don't believe it.....

it's just....

WOW!

[jamndrummer]

Did you all know that Tony and Dennis Chambers has a play along CD? its both of them on it. One track with one or both of them and the next track is identical minus the drums....its a blast to play with.

[jamndrummer]

I've got a lot of respect for what Bernhard has done here with Drummerworld, but just because it's an awesome site doesn't mean you can expect the pro drummers of the world to line up to chat with everybody here. If they're that way inclined, they'll come - this should seem like a first port of call. But realistically, I'm here because I can learn as well as giving my suggestions.

I agree, and what those pro drummers dont need is a bunch of non pro's prying on them for everything but drumming conversations. Plus I rather not have them expose themselves on a personal level like a forum where people can get the wrong impression of them. Words can be so easily taken the wrong way or upset people. I dont like doing that to people. In fact I stopped posting on another site because something I said upset a few people and went into a direction that was not intended.

Its much kewl-er if we can meet some pro drummers somewhere in real life and have a conversation with them or maybe become aquaintences or friends even..

This is only my thoughts ok drummers?

[Breakbeat Milo]

Great drummer, but he's too old to have this "Oh look this little boy" wonder-effect

Bernhard

OK. But...
Do you know him? Did you see him playing?

I'm talking about Gustavo Meli....

[drumzalicious]

BTW tony has another solo on www.hartdynamics.com

[Scatman]

That solo Tony played on the MD 97 video was really fantastic for a 12 year old kid

[cjl71178]

That solo Tony played on the MD 97 video was really fantastic for a 12 year old kid

I was at that MD festival and I couldn't believe how young he was. When he came out, he was so little and once he sat behind his set (which was Pearl I believe at the time...pretty big setup from what I remember) and started playing...my jaw (and many others) fell to the floor. One guy said, "i think i should quit" after Tony's performance! I'll have to check ou that DVD he did with Dennis Chambers.

[Scatman]

In the video with Chambers it's stated Tony wants to be a Doctor With his talent it's hard to believe

[von_krumm_drummer]

ive only seen one video of tony when he was 12 and he was awesome. He did a great one handed fill with so much speed it seemed impossible and he would twirl his stick whilst doing it. If he is that good when he is 12 i would love 2 see him play now.

[fLaT-fIfTh]

Check it out! http://www.gospelchops.com

[Chinky]

i saw him doin a drum vid at twelve but after that i ve not heard nor seen him ever. whats happened to him and is he like really good now or what? i heard hes not as good as he should be but im not sure.

[PocketBoy82]

Tony Royster what do you guys think of him. I have not bought his new dvd yet but I hope to see it. I just want to know is it going to be worth the money.

[RamboKnife]

Are you talking about T.R. Jr?

http://www.drummerworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=770&highlight=Tony+Royster

[Garvin]

Hi, I just ordered the new video, it's called Pure Energy. I should be receiving it tomorrow. It was recommended to me by some of my gospel drumming friends back East who told me I have to check it out. I've only seen clips of this kid, but I really want to start incorporating this style of drumming into my own playing. It was $47, and I usually don't shell out that much, but I'm sick of downloading tons of short clips.

[brittc89]

That solo Tony played on the MD 97 video was really fantastic for a 12 year old kid
i thought that was fantastic for any age, pro or not.

[Paul-Devon]

What's up guys?!?!

My name is Paul-Devon Lewow and I am the lead singer for the Atlanta-based rock band Lazyeye; currently signed to Ludacris's Disturbing Tha Peace Records.

We have had the absolute honor of working with Tony over the past few months and have brought him in to the writing circle with us... It has been an absolutely amazing experience and one that any true musician would cherish!

We will hopefully be in the studio here within the next month or so and we will be showcasing in NYC in february; alongside a normal tour and gig schedule...

Check out our Pre-tony recordings at:
www.lazyeyemusic.com or myspace.com/lazyeyeatlanta

Cheers,
Paul-Devon Lewow

[Fuzzy]

I love and hate this guy, i watch the video of when he did a solo when he was twelve weekly, it makes me want to give up drumming and gets me thinking if I would be any good at bass guitar, but i still watch it as it's amazing for the age he is, and still amazing with the age taken out. I realy admire this guy.

[dr.drum]

how old i tony royster jr. now?

[brittc89]

I love and hate this guy, i watch the video of when he did a solo when he was twelve weekly, it makes me want to give up drumming and gets me thinking if I would be any good at bass guitar, but i still watch it as it's amazing for the age he is, and still amazing with the age taken out. I realy admire this guy.
Just because someones a prodigy doesnt mean you should give up playing or loathe them. There have been plenty of prodigies in the world, but even more catz who play just as well as them now who started playing at 13 in school band.

[Tex12]

What is the video Tony from Spain about?

[tambian89]

Honestly, I expect nothing less from Tony Royster, jr., as he has been drumming since age three. He is now almost 19, giving him 15 - 16 year of experience. He is certainly good, and seems to have a keen grasp of all aspects of drumming, but what did you expect?

I personally think Tony is a child prodigy in term of music. He must want to constantly learn new things, and therefore, his abilities are exponential. I have been drumming since I was 14, and now, at 16, I have a decent amount of experience. Most of the kids in my town consider me a very skilled drummer. Tony accomplished what I have currently done when he was only 5!!!

For example, since I was 3, I have been drawing and sculpting. My interest in art has not dwindled, and thus I am very skilled (not to brag). At around age 7, many people were amazed at what I was able to do. Consider this situation with Tony.

- Marc

[Melvin]

Man that video is so cool. That kid really plays. The only thing wrong is that every time I watch that video I say "I quit drumming" because it's so humiliating... he was 12. How can that be possible? At that age I was playing with my Hot wheels cars and he was kicking butt....AAAAARRRRRGGGGHHHH!!!

[rick913]

I saw his video dedicated to tony williams about 4 years ago. Knowing that he was 12 at the time was amazing. He has raw talent.

[NouveauCliche]

What is the video Tony from Spain about?

I don't about FROM spain...but here's a clip of him playing the Corea song Spain and being just as scary as ever.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=c8x7KXgWmVY

[drumz4eva]

I don't about FROM spain...but here's a clip of him playing the Corea song Spain and being just as scary as ever.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=c8x7KXgWmVY

yeah that kid is amazing, i havent seen that many of his vids but the few that i have just blows me away

[TheSteve]

It makes me sad that he was better than me at birth then I am now.

[LinearDrummer]

I don't about FROM spain...but here's a clip of him playing the Corea song Spain and being just as scary as ever.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=c8x7KXgWmVY

First time seein that video and all I can say is WOW....
That kid is incredible - just a freak of nature......

[NY_Recording_Freak]

he is great but its just like watching a young Chambers, he doesnt have a unique style, I would rather watch chambers then watch someone who sounds like a young version.
And he is not so young anymore so its not what it was.
he needs more influence then just one sorce

[LinearDrummer]

Being called "A young Dennis Chambers" is a good thing.....

[darkcherryfade]

Sounding like a young Dennis Chambers includes sounding like a young Billy Cobham, Tony Williams, Buddy Rich, and tons of others (and THEIR influences).

[Waterjet]

I think the solo on DW by Eloy Casagrande is even more impressive. This kid was 14 at the time. When you see kids with this skill level at such a young age it really makes you wonder. I was wondering if people like Smith, Weckl, Caluita, chambers, cobham, Silverlight or Marvin Smith to name a few, could play as well when they were that old. Maybe so, we just didn't have the net to know.

The gifted prodigy thing dissapates rapidly with age as they join the field of veteran drum masters, but it sure does make you wonder if they are simply born with a massive gift of physical dexterity towards drumming that allows them to reach that skill level in such a short amount of time. A level many playing for years never come close to.

Waterjet

[Garvin]

he is great but its just like watching a young Chambers, he doesnt have a unique style, I would rather watch chambers then watch someone who sounds like a young version.
And he is not so young anymore so its not what it was.
he needs more influence then just one sorce

You're right, he's not that young anymore, but I don't think he sounds anything like Dennis Chambers anymore. I got his new video "Pure Energy" and it's pretty impressive. He definately talks about more than just one source of influence. You should check it out and see what you think.

I also think that I liked his playing at 12 better than Eloy's (at 14) because it has more form than Eloys, which to me just sounded like an extended and massive display of pure chops with no real point.

[Robin]

yeah that kid is amazing, i havent seen that many of his vids but the few that i have just blows me away
I'm sorry but you are qouting the video that was posted by NouveauCliche and say "kid"? Does he look like a kid in that video? :)

[LinearDrummer]

You're right, he's not that young anymore, but I don't think he sounds anything like Dennis Chambers anymore. I got his new video "Pure Energy" and it's pretty impressive. He definately talks about more than just one source of influence. You should check it out and see what you think.



Thanks for the info...I'll definetly look for that video....
I want to see an updated version of his playing....

[Bernhard]

Just received great new material from DW - check out Tony Royster jr.:


http://www.drummerworld.com/Videos/tonyroysterdw1.html

enjoy...

Bernhard

[beatsMcGee]

i love this kids playing! hes so damn good, and young! he has awesome technique and sound.. cant say enough good things about his playing, one my favs for sure

[Daddy-o]

Wow! What a performer. Power.....creative time sense......and that right foot!

[jonnodrummer]

i thought that tony royster jr was a little kid who was amazing on drums??

but on here he is 21?

what is going on are there 2 tony royster jr's??

thanks

[DogBreath]

i thought that tony royster jr was a little kid who was amazing on drums??

but on here he is 21?

what is going on are there 2 tony royster jr's??
Sadly, Tony Royster Jr. suffers from a mysterious medical condition where he actually ages as the years pass. Scientists are studying him very carefully in hopes of discovering more about this unexplained malady.

[tambian89]

Sadly, Tony Royster Jr. suffers from a mysterious medical condition where he actually ages as the years pass. Scientists are studying him very carefully in hopes of discovering more about this unexplained malady.

Aha.......ah, that was good.

Too few people realize that Tony is not a little kid anymore. Regardless of his age, he's a great drummer in several genres.

I recently met my art teacher, who taught from when I was about 8 years old to about 10 years old. He noticed that I was now 5' 11" instead of 4', and wearing a Metallica shirt, rather than that of Jurassic Park. He asked me, "Are you still doing art?". Of course, I told him that I did, and that my ultimate aspirations were for conceptual designs in movies, but I added that I recently began drumming and really enjoyed it, and that my involvment in art had diminished a good deal. To many people forget that children grow up, and that they change. Tony Royster jr. is no exception. Even though Tony still drums, realize that he has progressed, and will continue to do so. My art teacher always remembers me as the little boy who loved to sculpt, but the reality is, I am now a bit changed. We may remember Tony as the 12 year old whizkid drummer, but now, like me, he has changed.

- Marc

[Lee Mangano]

I am speechless watching his video when he was 12 yrs old.....The Drum "Gods" have flown down & blessed Tony with a natural talent, he is already a "Hall of Fame" drummer & i bow to him, he is the reason why I humble myself !!!

I read posts of drummers saying, I want to quit & i get frustated etc...after watching Tony play at the age of 12 etc..."NO"...I would advice you to Quit" with that attitude or just settle & let drums be your hobby...

Tony is nothing but inspiration for drummers & anyone who wants to make something out of their lives...people like him only make me sacrifice & struggle & work harder than ever to reach that "Gold Ring".

He inspired me even more... reading for the 1st time today from your posts that he wants to be a doctor & he also has a rare illness he deals with...Tony is a unique individual

I email everyone I know musician or not his video with a message saying " Be Humble, there may be a little Tony Royster Jr. in your life too...

You all have a "Great" day....Lee

[KalashnikoV]

I was thinking about buying his "pure energy" DVD but from the links I've clicked and the searches I've done, it appears tha DW Drums is no longer selling it. Either way, it may just be the wow power of a child playing the solo a hand, but from what I've found online of his more recent work, the all afamed solo from when he was 12 seems almost more impressive then what I've seen of him no(not to say that his newer work isnt impressive though, It's still great stuff), although that may just be because they like to save the more impressive stuff on dvds and downloads that you actually have to pay for.

[Ian Ballard]

That kid is amazing. I wish him the best in his music carreer taking off. I hope he becomes an "in demand" player and not just a clinician.

I would hate to see his talent become a novelty.

[d.c.drummer]

I think he's really nice. He has awesome skill but I wish he would stop playing elevator music, get a reall fusion band and take it on tour.

[CVdrummer]

I think he's really nice. He has awesome skill but I wish he would stop playing elevator music, get a reall fusion band and take it on tour.


elevator music?


u gotta be kiddin, cmon man...u sound like couple of my chick friends (no joke)

[ChristZero]

Just watched "The Big Solo". Well, the 12-year-old Tony impressed me more. Of course he is a great drummer. But to my surprise I must say that I can actually play some stuff he did on that solo. That´s normally not the case with those videos here.