Usher Halftime Show Features Empty Drum Set as Tribute to Aaron Spears
On 12th Feb 2024
If you watched the halftime show during Super Bowl LVIII, you witnessed an energetic performance by mega-star Usher and a plethora of talented dancers. There were special appearances by Alicia Keys, Lil Jon, Ludacris and HER. The real treat for drummers, however, was around 6 minutes & 17 seconds into the show, when the overhead shot revealed an empty golden Ludwig drum set to the left of drummer “Stixx” Taylor’s black & white kit. The golden drums were in remembrance of the late Aaron Spears, the beloved drummer for Usher and so many others.
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The bass drum head was adorned with Aaron’s star-shaped logo, which could be seen a few times during the segment.
Aaron Spears Logo as seen on the Golden Superbowl Drum Kit
When Aaron passed away on October 30, 2023, a collective cry of disbelief and sadness rang out through social media and the drumming community. Aaron was a friend, mentor, family member and extended family to Modern Drummer Magazine and musicians everywhere.
Take a moment and read more about Aaron’s impact on others:
