His death is still vibrating within me. I guess it will never really go away... that's how much he moved me. We were blessed with his presence and his gifts to us. Thanks, Mike, for keeping his spirit alive and in our ears!
Sadly, almost the exact time I posted this message my Dad was diagnosed with Glioblastoma. He just passed last week after a very hard fight to try and beat it, but lost his fight only a few days away from the anniversary of Neils death from the same disease. What torture as it gradually takes your mind from you. Once again, I turn to this tribute to help me heal. Thank you again Mike!
My bro passed away in a motorcycle accident years ago. i always remember him with this song. You played this song just like just like i could played to him. Thanks for that Mike. The way you play this song makes me cry.
If you ever play in Canada and need a drummer, I'm all in. You engage in every song as if they were your own. Your approach to songs is spot on. I've watched all you covers and you song selection matches my taste exactly. Your favourite songs are also my favourite songs from each artist and bands you chose to cover. I'd be honoured to join you in a musical project. You are amazing bro! Don't be afraid to reach out.😃😃
I came across your renditions of "Time Stand Still" and subsequently "Afterimage" yesterday (when the first track popped up in my UA-cam feed). Wonderful. And timely. After a short bout of illness, my dad passed away at 2AM this morning. The words of both tunes are especially poignant at this time, and your renditions of them are perfect for the moment. Thank you.
"He was my favorite, and he also happened to be the best. Can we all stop pretending now that anyone else was or is really even close?" Perfectly said.
I didn't know about Neil's death. One of my three favorite drummers ever, with the likes of Stewart Copeland, Phil Collins... So sad. p.s. Mike, this is a stunning performance. Thank you.
Oh my god!!!! This is the best original Rush cover I have ever heard. Great job, very impressive 👏🏼 Been a Rush fan since ‘87-‘88 and this was amazing.
Your notes for this video pretty much sums up how so many of us feel about Neils passing. I became a fan at 14 in 1977 and the music of Rush has been a part of my life (as well as my sons) since. I miss seeing the band perform but more than that I’m sad that the world is a little less creative and musical with his passing. Beautiful tribute and video. Thank you!
This is the second tribute song that was arranged differently and evokes such emotion. Thank you Mike for interpreting this song to fit your style and to pay respect to one of the greatest minds of our time. Long Live Rush!
This is a beautiful song that captures the emotions of losing a loved one. The pain, despair and anger. A great cover of a song that has been part of the soundtrack of my life since it was released. Every time I ski, these lyrics come to mind as they do when I think of my late wife. You've captured the anger that Neil put into the percussion. Well done and thank you
Just recently discovered your work,happened upon "time stand still " first and subsequently this and many others. I must say your covers are genuine classics in their own right. Sorry I found it late but as they say. ...better late than never.
I've never gotten the chills from listening to a cover of a song before. But this...wow. This gave me chills. I may have shed a tear or two. Thank you for this.
Great job man. This was the first song that went through my head when I heard Neil had left us. It's still unbelievably sad but I also choose to celebrate the utter triumph that was his life in so many ways, not the least of which was piecing things back together after his shattering personal losses.
Well done, as always, Mike. I feel your passion and think about Neil every day, which is no different than before January 7. When I listen to a RUSH song, I find myself finally giving in to the fact that these songs will never be played again by him. I thought I had already come to terms with that a couple years after their final show, but I guess a small part of me still held on without me realizing it. P.S. I have that same hoodie and shirt. Cheers!
This is really amazing and chilling! I didn't know you and I've seen on your website that your repertoire is pretty large, I'd say infinite. I like of this kind of Rush tribute/cover acoustic based, because it shows their phenomenal songwriting beyond their worldwide recognized musicianship and attitude by each of the three to make music in a spectacular way in every second with some fresh notes or chords or fills.
A perfect tribute to Neil Mike, First time I saw Rush in a Toronto pub,John was banging out the beat. Though he was a solid player, Neil was the missing piece to this awesome trio. He was a gifted writer. (lyrics, books, poems, and tons of web content). He also happened to be the best percussionist I have ever heard or seen. Have missed their live show, and now feel so sad for the RUSH family. Thanks for this.
Nice tribute to Neil and I loved how his bobblehead was bopping to the music. It's impressive how quickly you were able to adapt this to piano. I'd love to hear more Rush covers in the future -- maybe The Garden or Closer to the Heart.
As a lifelong RUSH fan this performance has been a huge part of my attempt to heal. You nailed it. The only way it could be better is if you got to play it on the Layla Baldwin. Can't wait to see your performance in Sept.
Absolutely beautiful. That was an incredible tribute. And the Neil bobblehead was a nice touch that made me smile. He sure left his mark upon many lives. We're lucky for that.
Wow, you are a talented man. I really enjoyed your cover of "Afterimage". I couldn't imagine the song could be done "justice" with only piano and voice.
Fantastic job to arrange this for piano and preserve momentum, melody and mood. It's such an interesting song of theirs because it's so different lyrically and musically. The guitar solo is an amazing bit of Alex's playing, full in his Edge/Andy Summers/Midge Ure phase, and you've done well to create a piano part for it. Hats off. And I really enjoyed your written tribute, too.
My wife and I were at your recent show in Charlotte. I loved your brave and moving take on "Time Stands Still". A great evening enjoying great songs with a gathering of people brought together by a shared love of music. As long as we have musicians like you keeping the memory of our lost beloved artists, their legacy is in good hands. Thank you for coming out to CLT. Look forward to having you back next year!
PS when ever I have lost someone during my life, this song, helps me to deal with it. Everyone loses people, and Neil's words allows us to feel less alone, because we aren't alone in our grief.
This was frickin fantastic! I just discovered you today when I found your version of Time Stand Still and was blown away. This one nearly gave me a stroke it was so good! Brilliant instrumentation on the piano and the vocals were great. Oh, and the Bobblehead dolls were a great inside touch...Subscribed!😎
Grace Under Pressure was such an underrated record. You’ve done well, safe travels Neil Peart
His death is still vibrating within me. I guess it will never really go away... that's how much he moved me. We were blessed with his presence and his gifts to us. Thanks, Mike, for keeping his spirit alive and in our ears!
Am I the only one that thinks this should have about a million views?
Beautiful! Alex Lifeson said, "The last thing Neil would have wanted was a bunch of people camped out on his driveway singing Closer to the heart.
Not exaggerating when I say this may be my favorite cover of any song by anyone. I’ve gone back and listened so many times. Thank you
You should check out his cover of Rush's Mystic Rhythms.
Sadly, almost the exact time I posted this message my Dad was diagnosed with Glioblastoma. He just passed last week after a very hard fight to try and beat it, but lost his fight only a few days away from the anniversary of Neils death from the same disease. What torture as it gradually takes your mind from you. Once again, I turn to this tribute to help me heal. Thank you again Mike!
@@jsbogen So sorry for your loss, Jason. ❤️
My bro passed away in a motorcycle accident years ago. i always remember him with this song. You played this song just like just like i could played to him. Thanks for that Mike. The way you play this song makes me cry.
Sadly this was written for a good friend he'd lost, how ironic we now use the lyrics to help us get through his death.
If you ever play in Canada and need a drummer, I'm all in. You engage in every song as if they were your own. Your approach to songs is spot on. I've watched all you covers and you song selection matches my taste exactly. Your favourite songs are also my favourite songs from each artist and bands you chose to cover. I'd be honoured to join you in a musical project. You are amazing bro! Don't be afraid to reach out.😃😃
If you are ever in Scotland, hook up with Moving Pictures. 😢
Just watched their cover.
Again!
Thank you.
What an unbelievable performance and homage. 😢
One of the best covers and a great tribute to the Professor.
Good grief that was incredible!
I came across your renditions of "Time Stand Still" and subsequently "Afterimage" yesterday (when the first track popped up in my UA-cam feed). Wonderful. And timely. After a short bout of illness, my dad passed away at 2AM this morning. The words of both tunes are especially poignant at this time, and your renditions of them are perfect for the moment. Thank you.
Brilliant. My favorite late mid period Rush song.
"He was my favorite, and he also happened to be the best. Can we all stop pretending now that anyone else was or is really even close?" Perfectly said.
One of the best Rush covers I've ever heard-the only other one that comes close is the Jacob Moon cover of Subdivisions. Thank you so much, Mike.
I didn't know about Neil's death. One of my three favorite drummers ever, with the likes of Stewart Copeland, Phil Collins... So sad.
p.s. Mike, this is a stunning performance. Thank you.
Thanks Mike, for the outstanding cover
Every time I watch this, I love it more.
Oh my god!!!! This is the best original Rush cover I have ever heard. Great job, very impressive 👏🏼
Been a Rush fan since ‘87-‘88 and this was amazing.
Your notes for this video pretty much sums up how so many of us feel about Neils passing. I became a fan at 14 in 1977 and the music of Rush has been a part of my life (as well as my sons) since. I miss seeing the band perform but more than that I’m sad that the world is a little less creative and musical with his passing. Beautiful tribute and video. Thank you!
Yeah I cried off and on for two days when word broke, 53 yr old man from Michigan sobbing while remembering each of the 13 times I got to see them.
This is the second tribute song that was arranged differently and evokes such emotion. Thank you Mike for interpreting this song to fit your style and to pay respect to one of the greatest minds of our time. Long Live Rush!
Wow! Obviously a seasoned musician! I feel your love for rush. I feel the way that you do.
Beautiful rendition even more emotional than it was already
This is a beautiful song that captures the emotions of losing a loved one. The pain, despair and anger. A great cover of a song that has been part of the soundtrack of my life since it was released. Every time I ski, these lyrics come to mind as they do when I think of my late wife. You've captured the anger that Neil put into the percussion. Well done and thank you
Sorry for your loss, Nick
@@mikemasse Thanks
WOW!
I have to cry now.
Mike leaving it all out on the field...Brilliant!!!
You are the best playing the songs of my favorites Rush, I enjoy too much, thank you really, best for you.
Beautiful tribute. Miss you Neil!
Tearing up here. Bravo. So poignant, and so beautifully executed. You are a remarkable talent.
One of the most underrated Rush songs ever. Brilliant version of it!!
Bravo, very nice rendition. It almost tears me up watching and listening to this. Great job
Just recently discovered your work,happened upon "time stand still " first and subsequently this and many others. I must say your covers are genuine classics in their own right. Sorry I found it late but as they say. ...better late than never.
FYI, Mike regularly does live streams. Come check it out sometime!
Something that hard to explain. I like Mike Masse covers very much. Such a meticulous and focused cover artist that incomparable.
Oh Mike, I am in tears again hearing you play this for Neil. Well played sir.
This is hands down the cover of this song on UA-cam. Fantastic!
love the piano!
Great job Mike. Beautiful.
I've never gotten the chills from listening to a cover of a song before. But this...wow. This gave me chills. I may have shed a tear or two. Thank you for this.
Absolutely beauutiful, goosebumps...
One of my favorite Rush songs of all time and you nail it dude....
A wonderful, fitting tribute to 'The Professor'......'suddenly you were gone, from all the lives you left your mark upon'.....RIP NP
My favorite rush song.
Beautiful tribute. 🙏 Thank you!
Great stuff! Magic vocals and beautiful piano rendition
Still, truly awesome. Thanks!
This cover is so good, I wish I could leave two thumbs up. Great job, Mike!
Absolutely amazing arrangement! Your vast array of talents (voice, musician, arrangement, performer, poise) really shine here. Immensely impressive!
Thank you, Kevin. Very kind. ❤️
Amazing!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
A perfect tribute, perfectly done.
R.I.P. Professor
Great job man. This was the first song that went through my head when I heard Neil had left us. It's still unbelievably sad but I also choose to celebrate the utter triumph that was his life in so many ways, not the least of which was piecing things back together after his shattering personal losses.
Well done, as always, Mike. I feel your passion and think about Neil every day, which is no different than before January 7. When I listen to a RUSH song, I find myself finally giving in to the fact that these songs will never be played again by him. I thought I had already come to terms with that a couple years after their final show, but I guess a small part of me still held on without me realizing it. P.S. I have that same hoodie and shirt. Cheers!
This is really amazing and chilling! I didn't know you and I've seen on your website that your repertoire is pretty large, I'd say infinite. I like of this kind of Rush tribute/cover acoustic based, because it shows their phenomenal songwriting beyond their worldwide recognized musicianship and attitude by each of the three to make music in a spectacular way in every second with some fresh notes or chords or fills.
Can't wait! Thanks for including a little piece of me in the process:)
A perfect tribute to Neil Mike, First time I saw Rush in a Toronto pub,John was banging out the beat. Though he was a solid player, Neil was the missing piece to this awesome trio. He was a gifted writer. (lyrics, books, poems, and tons of web content). He also happened to be the best percussionist I have ever heard or seen. Have missed their live show, and now feel so sad for the RUSH family. Thanks for this.
What a great tribute to a great writer and musician. Made things a bit brighter when things are looking dim. Thanks.
Amazing. The Professor would be pleased. Brought tears to my eyes.
Another fantastic Rush cover and apt selection.
It's clear you're truly familiar with their work, and your love shines through with every note.
Aww the Neil BobbleHead, perfectly placed!! You performed this beautifully Mike! A truly wonderful tribute.
respect to our master! thanks for this beatiful cover
Thank you Mike! Well done........👍
awesome once more Mike!! 💕
Nice tribute to Neil and I loved how his bobblehead was bopping to the music. It's impressive how quickly you were able to adapt this to piano. I'd love to hear more Rush covers in the future -- maybe The Garden or Closer to the Heart.
Yes, he needs to do the garden. That would emotionally screw me up in a good way.
Amazing! Three songs in and I’m a fan!
Excellent, Mike! My favorite song of my favorite band got even better. God bless your hands!
Again, WOW!!!!!!!! Thanks for sharing your amazing talent...
Beautiful, haunting, heartbreaking. A fitting tribute to a lost master. Thank you
Mike, You always amaze me.
Know you've worked hard, but such a God given gift you have in voice and instrumental talent.
Come do Kalamazoo someday.
Beautiful cover!!!!
Bravo sir absolutely stunning a beautiful rendition of a classic Rush track, I’m sure Neil would be touched.
How beautifully played - sincere, heartfelt, and fitting to the lyrics Neil wrote. Thank you Mike !
My God this was good. Thank you for doing this, much needed . We all feel the way you would...
As a lifelong RUSH fan this performance has been a huge part of my attempt to heal. You nailed it. The only way it could be better is if you got to play it on the Layla Baldwin.
Can't wait to see your performance in Sept.
Absolutely beautiful. That was an incredible tribute. And the Neil bobblehead was a nice touch that made me smile. He sure left his mark upon many lives. We're lucky for that.
Wow, you are a talented man. I really enjoyed your cover of "Afterimage". I couldn't imagine the song could be done "justice" with only piano and voice.
Fantastic job to arrange this for piano and preserve momentum, melody and mood. It's such an interesting song of theirs because it's so different lyrically and musically. The guitar solo is an amazing bit of Alex's playing, full in his Edge/Andy Summers/Midge Ure phase, and you've done well to create a piano part for it. Hats off. And I really enjoyed your written tribute, too.
My friend, thanks for this wonder
Excellent work Mike as usual Mike...you covered the guitar solo perfectly
Just fabulous. Would love to see you take on The Pass.
The Neil bobblehead gets me every time...
You are totally imaging. That is so amazing that you can capture the beauty of the song with your awesome voice and amazing piano! Love it!!
The imagery has me in tears again. The empty kit behind you. The whimsy of the bobble heads.
So beautiful. Thank you!
My wife and I were at your recent show in Charlotte. I loved your brave and moving take on "Time Stands Still". A great evening enjoying great songs with a gathering of people brought together by a shared love of music. As long as we have musicians like you keeping the memory of our lost beloved artists, their legacy is in good hands. Thank you for coming out to CLT. Look forward to having you back next year!
Really looking forward to this one
PS when ever I have lost someone during my life, this song, helps me to deal with it. Everyone loses people, and Neil's words allows us to feel less alone, because we aren't alone in our grief.
Hello big Rush fan here. This was wonderful a most beautiful tribute really. With tears I Remember.
I was waiting for your Rush tribute!!
Whoooooo
One of my all time favourites. Thanks for a excellent version. I felt that ” I feel the way you were…”. Music is passion is music.
now that was sooooo good !!! killer job bro !! thats one of my favs from rush ...rip Neil
Just found your channel. Amazing. Right up my street. 👍
Now THAT'S how to do an awesome Rush piano cover! And topped off with a great vocal too. Nice tribute!
This was frickin fantastic! I just discovered you today when I found your version of Time Stand Still and was blown away. This one nearly gave me a stroke it was so good! Brilliant instrumentation on the piano and the vocals were great. Oh, and the Bobblehead dolls were a great inside touch...Subscribed!😎
Excellent job, RIP proffesor!
This is amazing
Thank you this brings back great memories.
WHAT A MAN! YOU’RE SO TALENTED AND GIFTED. THANK YOU FOR SHARING THEM. WE LOVE. YOU MIKE MASSE!
Music is timeless. So is this!!
Very good. First rate tribute to the Professor!
How appropriate, a beautiful extravagant masterpiece in honour of the professor of the drum kit....a Masterpiece in himself........
heartfelt... bravado... epic... shows just what they had written was so very good...under appreciated...