+1 Stewart Copeland often plays on top or ahead of the beat and has a tendency to push the tempo. He gives an urgency and energy to his playing that few drummers convey. Good skill at the one drop as well as jazz (Murder by Numbers)!
The Police Certifiable concert is one of the most enjoyable demonstrations of percussion - no silly drum solo - just great playing that compliments and elevates the songs to whole other level. As enjoyable as Neil Peart on Xanadu live on the Exit Stage Left DVD!
Sting is super talented but rather BORING without Stewart.
Stewart was the true creative somewhat crazy talent behind The Police and I don’t think Sting’s great song writing would have been recognized if not for Stewart’s inventive playing.
