Damn.  all these kids with there blast beats and super technical chops don’t realize how amazing this drumming really is . Take note this is what amazing drumming is.

He was such a great drummer. I hope he's found the peace that he never had.

It makes me so happy to see people coming back at this time to appreciate Jim’s work. As a drummer in the modern era these guys lay the foundations we all stand on

Jim. GORDONS kit drumming was genius in every way. Perfect feel, drum fills and dynamic levels. One of the greatest drummers with a legendary track record. Have mercy and understanding that serious mental illness caused his tragedy. Rest in peace Jim Gordon.

Those tom sounds…unbelievable!

Those little extra ghost notes on the snare in the chorus are so cool. He was a clock, but with soul.

This was easy for Jim....he was a miracle maker on drums!!!  So much emotion here!!!  He was phenomenal in every way.

The coolest thing about this is equally legendary drummer Andy Newmark was the original drummer for the album. he plays on the rest of the album, but Richard Perry wanted JG for this song. Rather than be upset about it, Newmark asked JG if he could sit in the recording booth with him while recording this so he could learn from JG. JG said yes. Andy Newmark is actually sitting in the booth during this recording. That’s the mark of a true pro.

The momentary switch to cross stick adds something that can’t really be put into words. There’s no “reason” for it, except the feeling of the song is served by it.

Jesus, the tom sound!

Jim's drumming here is simply perfection. He does everything right.

I knew Jim Gordon was a session drummer. But never knew it was him on this song. brilliant pianist too.... Layla

Andy Newark told me he sat at the corner behind the drums while Jim was cutting the track.
Richard Perry was very pernickety about every nuance. Andy said it was like watching perfection. They did about 40 takes. Jim just rolled with it.

Damn. Now I understand why Jeff (Porcaro) loved this guy.  Pocket for days.

Jim was so good that it was based not on flash but feel. Anyone might try to be Buddy Rich but try being Jim Hal Blaine or Purdie or Jim

A stroke of genius from Richard Perry (RIP) bringing Jim in for this session. Thanks for doing this one.

A guy who played almost any style with passion and perfection - from Allen to Zappa. Listen to the dynamics in this track; so amazing and tasteful.

Had it all. Thunder and a butterfly landing on a rose petal. Oh and wonderfull feel. Of course. Love the guy.

The Best drummers - IMO - were those back in the day who were Groove Masters, not Flashers like today.

What he did with toms is perfection.