This isn’t how we planned on debuting our new set up but we both knew we wanted this tribute out for you guys as soon as we could, this Drum Solo was just brilliant, shows off exactly why he has and will maintain ‘Legend’ status. Comment below the first time you feel you really acknowledged just how great of a drummer he is! We will see you guys tomorrow with our ‘debut’ of our new set up! Much love to you all, friends. 🔥🤟🏻
Hi guys! I’m 56 and I’ve seen them a few times in my hometown Montréal, they had always put on a fantastic show, and I’m sure we all fans gonna miss the « Professor" and his band brothers. They were the best, even though they would have not say so, cuz they were and still are respectfull for all the music industry. So much respect and love for those guys. RIP Neil! Your comments are very wise, keep on guys 😉
Dudes P.S. you have to check out “dinner with RUSH”. It’s all three of them eating dinner at this super high end restaurant drinking wine. Funniest and coolest shit you guys will ever see. All three of them are natural comedians. Especially Alex. Too funny.
@@SquirrelMan1332 What was so odd was when I walked I to the reception room he walked over to me,I saw him about 15 ft away,yes it was firm, bloody claw,watching him dance was treat NOT. To me it was like yesterday,my ex who was friends w his sister was clueless about him,got to go to 2 after show party,I'm drinking my beer turned around and kinda bump somebody,said sorry, yikes it's Alex,he said no prob,then ask about show, I said it's not Zeppelin who where hit and miss,I said there is no bad RUSH shows,he laughed and we cheered,as in Canada fucking EH,meeting RUSH was better than my EX.
I saw them in Memphis bitter cold winter Sunday night January we 1979. They were coming out the side of the mid-south coliseum getting on their bus after show, we hollered and waved, they yelled and waved back, watched them leave, thats all we talked about for a week. Super heroes they were.
All I can say is that I was already drumming in high school in the 7Os when I first heard Neil. It moved the bar so far up it really challenged me. Rush became my top shelf band and saw every tour from 78 to the last one when it ended. Forty years of exellence. Neil was the greatest influence in my drumming career. Bar none. He was one of a kind. Great drummer, percussionist and lyricist and just good human being. I felt a large piece of me die with him. I never knew him personally but his shadow was a long one. A big part of my life ended with his. Tragic beyond words. But thank God his work is eternal and we can't let him and the band fade into the past. I'm so glad you young men are keeping this music alive because it would be so sad for new generations to never be enriched by it. Thanks for the show honoring this amazing musician!
I want to personally thank you both for giving the recognition that Neil so rightfully deserves. All music channels should do the same. He gave this world such an incredible gift and an impact this world will NEVER see again. Not only was he an amazing musician, he was also an extraordinary human being. He deserves a statue built in Canada.
You're onto something there... look at the time signature that his feet are doing during that 3/4 tophat boom-chic-chic component... his hands are going through 4/4, 6/8... 7/8... just about every time signature out there. HE SEPARATED HIS BOTTOM FROM HIS TOP BY TIME... Legend.
@@Tonyr0206 Doh! That's embarrassing. 🤣 I even remember that Max's version on the Burning for Buddy recording was a solo bc he wouldn't record with Buddy's band. Double doh!
Great review guys. I’m 55 years old and had the pleasure of seeing Rush 5 times. Every performance was stellar. 3 virtuosos. Peart was a drummers favorite drummer! And a phenomenal lyricist. Can’t say enough. He’ll be sadly missed.
"Suddenly you were gone...from all the lives you left your mark upon"... I've been raising a glass and wiping away tears since this happened. He has been my mentor, my drumming God. Rest in peace, Professor....we all learned from you. 🥃
I lost my sister 3 days ago to cancer. She was the one who introduced me to Rush. I sat up that night saddened by the loss and listening to Rush, in particular Afterimage. Peart's lyrics, remembering a lost friend matched so much of what I was feeling. The next day I learned of his passing. I have watched one or two other tributes, and I will say the same. Thank you so much for your post. For your words. It means the world to me, and helps me to deal with all the emotions I am experiencing.
@Master of Muppets Of course friend glad we could be here for you, feel free to shoot us a message on Instagram or Facebook if you ever need to reach out! Links are in our video description!
1979 I was 16 years old, my first concert was RUSH, and I was blown away by these three talented men. I’ve seen RUSH over 20 times in concert. RIP Neil Peart.🙏❤️#LEGEND
Thank you for this tribute. As a 30 year fan, Neil’s passing was absolutely devastating. I admire that you both can see the impression that he has had on the rock and roll community. Please keep reviewing Rush songs.
My friend lent me All The World's A Stage in 1976, told me that I just had to hear this band and that the drummer was amazing. Man, was he right. His drumming pinned me to the wall and I've been a fan ever since. He will be missed. Great job, guys!
If you watch any interviews with the whole band, it's very apparent that even after 4 decades they still held each other in very high regard and enjoyed each other'scompany . That's SO rare. i
Yea, they knew that each one contributed very specific and critical elements. None of which could be replaced without changing the super-structure of the band. The fact there were only 3 of them made this even more salient.
To call Neil a "Drummer" is almost an Insult. He was a 9th Dan Black belt in composition, musicality, and Lyricism... There will never be another like him.
RIP-One of the BEST ever! Glad I was able to see and his bandmates,RUSH perform LIVE.Thanks brothers! Keep on rockin the Free World while it Lasts!Shalom
The only two celebrity musician deaths to bring me to tears so far have been Chris Squire of YES (2015 - also 67 years old), and now Neil Peart. Both of their contributions have been huge for me and major soundtracks of my life. I experienced my first YES and RUSH shows within weeks of each other back in 1984. As for Neil, I am a bit surprised how hard it has hit me, but then I realize all those amazing lyrics and how they inspired me over the years to be a better person. I have also been reminiscing on all the bonding with friends and family I have done going on nearly four decades over his music and lyrics. To top it all off, Neil (and Alex and Geddy as well) was just a great person and family man. I personally call him The Quiet, Shy Introvert Who Brought Thunder Down From The Heavens. He was so eloquent and intelligent, and humble. So, more than a loss for music (he had retired anyway), it's a great loss for the rest of us as people, and especially his wife and 10-year old daughter, which must be just awful for her. So very sad about that. (Incidentally, Chris Squire had a 5-year daughter at the time he left us - so heartbreaking). At the same time, depending on how you believe, Neil is also reunited with his first wife and daughter who both tragically passed in the late 90s. No matter how you shake it, there are many reason to hold Neil in tender regard. Bless him and his legacy.
Thank you Andy & Alex, beyond beautiful and cool tribute. "La Villa Strangiato" is playing on Hair Nation as we speak, more brilliance. I would like to share a section of the lyrics from one of my favorite songs by Rush, "Ghost of a Chance". I don't believe in destiny Or the guiding hand of fate I don't believe in forever Or love as a mystical state I don't believe in the stars or the planets Or angels watching above But I believe there's a ghost of a chance We can find someone to love And make it last And make it last Neil wrote so many of the lyrics for Rush. Lyrics we can pass down to you guys, to look to when things are tough or for comfort. I know Neil would be so proud of you guys and all you're doing. He's smiling down on you right now as your respect for the art is so beautiful. Keep rockin in Heaven Neil Sweet One. 🌹🌹🌹
I was waiting for you boys to put out this video to pay tribute to my favorite drummer. This is a great example that separates Neil from other great drummers. Every stroke of the drum sticks has a purpose, to support his drum compositions melodically and rhythmically. RIP NP, we'll miss you and will never forget the gifts you gave us in your playing and your words. You will live forever in our hearts.
To this day, I can still remember going to the record store and buying "Moving Pictures" when I was in 8th grade. They had me from that moment on. Although his physical being is gone from this world, his spirit will always live on through the amazing music he left behind. RIP Maestro.
I ran out and bought Permanent Waves in 7th grade.. I had a paper route and listened to the radio while I folded papers. Spirit of the Radio came on and I froze. I'd never heard anything like it. To this day no song has stopped me in my tracks like that.
Holy Moly we lost a legend!!!! I feel so bad now because I didn't get into Rush until I discovered your channel! I never knew Neil Peart could do that on the drums!!! I got chills from the xylophone parts because it was so unique. I love those drummers that are unique and bring something different to the band. I loved how Neil did many different things, from the kick drum, to the xylophone, to the snare drum, to the crossovers, to the toms, he kept it different every single time! He kept it flavorful and not boring! I will definitely be checking out more Rush videos in the future because man, this guy was awesome! He sounded really nice and selfless too because of the story of how he wouldn't want his fans to see a bad show. Due to Neil's declining health, Rush called it quits, so that fans wouldn't have to see him suffer and not be at his best. I did not know that! I admire Neil Peart even more now!!!! Rest in peace Neil Peart, this world will not be the same without you, for sure!
Biggest music death for me was Stevie Ray Vaughn. I saw him in concert the winter before he died. My friends bought me surprise birthday tickets to see him. Losing Neil hits on that level.
first Bonham hit me hard since Zeppelin was my first concert ever. This hit me hard as well since it was a shock and Rush were the soundtrack to so much of my life.
Thank you so much for doing this. My first concert was Rush opening for Kiss when I was 14, needless to say they left a life long impression. Thanks again guys, big respect.
I am a life long Rush fan from Toronto. I remember Rush playing my high school, before I was in high school. I didn’t get to see that show, but followed Rush throughout my life. I am 55 years old and can remember hearing 2112 for the first time. It blew me away. I am so happy I got to see Rush multiple times. When Neil Peart died it hurt my soul. He will be missed. May his music live on.
The man who inspired me and millions of others to pick up a pair of sticks and drive parents nuts. Not only an amazing musician that set the benchmark for drumming but, from what I have experienced for the last 46 years an amazing human. He along with his bandmates also showed the world that you can be true to yourself. The one thing I have like about Rush there never was tossing a TV out the windows, OD'ing in a hotel room or doing stupid shit that many, (but not )all musicians do. Thank you, Neal, as well as Geddy and Alex for your sonic contribution to my life. So many times you have been there and I will be forever grateful.
Thanks for the tribute. Neil was my first musical hero, starting from my first memories of being serious about listening to music at the age of 10. I'm about to turn 50. Now, Geddy is more my musical spirit animal but Neil has always been among my greatest musical inspirations. On Friday, I was at Guitar Center, having just finished my bass guitar lesson and I was talking to the staff about Rickenbacker-era Geddy vs Jazz Bass-era Geddy when we all started getting texts about the news. We all just kind of sat there in stunned silence. There was more than one "holy shit" exclaimed under breath. Then I said, "Welp... I gotta go out to my car and cry a little." And I did. This was the biggest celebrity gut punch death for me in my lifetime. My Elvis or Lennon. My biggest sadness was not for me, but for Neil - he went through such unspeakable tragedy and still came back and made amazing music for us, despite his extreme discomfort with living in the public eye. Then he finally retired and not even 2 years after his retirement was he told he had brain cancer. He largely gave up his life for 40 years, and now that he was finally able to enjoy it, he's gone in just a few years. That's why it made me cry. I had already come to grips with the fact that I was never going to see another Rush show or hear another new Rush album. Rest in peace, sir. Thank you for all the music. I like your new set. Looks great!
I came to hear of them in 1989 when A Show of Hands was released. I was a young drummer in high school and his song writing and drumming were everything to me. The first show I saw was the Presto tour in 1990 and didn’t miss a single tour, seeing their final one in 2015 in Virginia. When I heard of his passing on Friday, it was a gut punch. Unexpected and hit me hard...I never thought of myself as getting emotional when a musician died, but this one cuts pretty deep. I’ve been listening to Rush all weekend and watching tributes on UA-cam. Thank you guys for reacting to his solo. Because I was first introduced to them from ASOH, that solo will always be my favorite, but this one is equally spectacular. RIP Professor, you were one of a kind.
My first concert 39 yrs ago was Rush. It begot my love for music, the melodic sounds coming from that 3 piece band was amazing and now had me listening to other types of music.
I cried 3 separate times yesterday. not only the greatest fuckin drummer and like my favorite lyricist, but as a person he was an idol and hero to me. I’m gracious to him for helping shape who I’ve become since I was 10. Gushing love forever to you, Neil
Drums were always my favorite part of music ... and his were PERFECTION. Since my first time hearing The Fountain of Lamneth (in 1977) to their final tour, they played the music that choreographed my life. Nothing will ever compare .....
You honored Neil beautifully! ❤️ Knowing a few people who knew Neil personally and who were in the know about his terminal brain cancer (and repping one of his biggest fans - drummer Shaun Foist of Breaking Benjamin), even with knowing, there was no way for anyone to prepare for the creative and emotional loss, and the void his passing would leave. If you venture on to IG, check out Shaun’s tribute post to Neil - so beautiful and heartfelt. (shaunwfoist). Neil will NEVER be forgotten.... and will live on through his legacy of art - and through all those drummers he inspired. 💔
Excellent tribute guys! R.I.P. to the Professor of percussion science, Mr. Neil Peart. Gone but never forgotten, his name and legacy will live on forever through the incredible music of RUSH!
Andy and Alex, I think all of us who are a bit older here and watching your stuff are so proud to witness your friendship and enthusiasm. Makes us feel young again. So it brought me back when i discovered Rush when I was 12 or 13. I must have listened to Hemispheres (my personnal favourite) a zillion times. How is it possible to listen to an album for 40 god damn years and not get bored? Musical genious and artistic integrity are part of the answer. Keep posting new videos. RIP mister Peart. You meant a lot to me. Your music, your writting and all. Peace. Luc from Montréal.
I honestly feel like a family member passed. He’s been part of my life through his beautiful, thoughtful words and amazing percussion since I put Hold Your Fire in my tape deck in 1988. I have since seen them 17 times live and Rush has been a bond in our family ever since. RIP Professor
I am so glad to see his legacy and Rush is reaching the younger crowd like yourself. I have been listen to Rush for 40 yrs and Neil inspired me to begin drumming. Forever grateful... RIP for Neil "Sensei" Peart.
This is my third time watching this reaction and I have a tear coming down my face. Unbelievable!! I take it you guys gave this a 10+? Cheers fella"s!!
The you guys for honoring him and keeping the spirit of Rush alive through your great reactions. I've been crying since Friday off and on. Social media has acted like a big support group for me and the two of you have been a big part of that. The sound of thunder will forever be redefined.
What a great tribute, Neil always was and always will be my favorite drummer! I feel funny saying he was a drummer because obviously he was so very much more! Still in shock, God bless his family and Rush!
Whatever you believe or don't believe, the journey DOES NOT end at death in this life. Whatever it is, there isn't a pit of darkness of nothing unless you make that for yourself on this Earth. The only thing that Neil Peart did, among others, is give music more character, will and power. He will be remembered to the end of the world. I'm just glad that he can now be with his daughter and his wife, who were also tragically taken from him at young ages as well. 🙏
It's taken me awhile to listen to this tribute to a phenomenal one of a kind. I was a young teenager when I was first introduced you his talant, i was just learning to play percussion and my jaw hit the floor, I'm now 56 yrs old and my jaw still dropped after all this time! I was privileged to see him in concert 5 times and I treasure those experiences with all my heart! Thank you Neil for your gift you gave to the world and you an awkward young teen.
Of all the great things you could say about Rush, the thing that sticks out in my mind the most is that their music helped a lot of people feel understood, namely, people who didn't fit in, like dreamers, young aspiring artists and musicians, "geeks", lone wolves, etc., and in my mine that's quite an accomplishment. Been a life-long Rush fan, and always will be. Thanks for the vid.
Neil Peart was only 1 year older than me. I started playing drums at 53. Neil & Steve Gadd are my two drum heroes. Subdivisions is my ring tone and my favorite song ever. As much as I love John Bonham & Keith Moon, who were Neil’s heroes (among others), Neil is the greatest rock & roll drummer ever. That alone would be enough, but his lyrics, man. His lyrics. If you choose not to decide, you still have made a choice. Blame is better to give than to receive. He knows change isn’t permanent, but change is. The man was a poet. Even more importantly than his incredible artistic talent, he was just a great human being. He suffered great tragedy. Bad things happen to good people. Not fair, but part of life. It’s about how you deal with the adversity. He preserved and continued to give. This loss feels personal to a lot of us. Thank you Neal Peart. RIP. You deserve it.
I know you guys don’t usually do Live music but maybe this passing of ‘The Professor’ calls for a full album reaction to the phenomenal Live RUSH All The World’s A Stage from 1976. One of the best Live Rock albums ever. Possibly this celebratory reaction would include cocktails. You guys will be lost in the sauce for sure 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼
Rush is my all-time favorite band!!! Neil is my all time favorite drummer and in my opinion the best in the world no doubt about it. I am 58 years old and been a fan sense 1975. I've seen Rush in several concerts live especially early years it was fantastic I feel blessed. I even turn my grandson on to rush and he understands exactly what I'm talking about when it comes to their music. And he's learning the guitar. Rest in peace Neil , you are the best.
And lyrics to many many of their songs were incredible. Alex Lifeson was a HUGE inspiration to me as a kid guitar player, but RUSH was the first and probably only band that I actually “listened” to the drums as a musical instrument.
Thank you for the special tribute to such an amazing musician, human and soul! My heart goes out to everybody whose life he "left his mark upon" and was impacted by his passing. How blessed we were to live in the same time as him! R.I.P. NEIL PEART! You will never be forgotten!
Thank you guys. He's really not dead if we remember him through his genius. He's not dead, he just went home. I won't be able to listen to The Garden again without welling up. RIP Neil Peart!
Thanks Andy & Alex! Thanks for the tribute. I've been a mess all weekend. Never has a passing of a person that I didn't 'personally' know affected me so much. Rush has been a part of my life for the better part of 30 years. First learning of them in Grade 8 ('91), then finally seeing them live in '97 (Test For Echo tour) here in their hometown of Toronto (I life about an hour outside of TO). My wife Jenn (girlfriend at the time) is a musician, but hadn't had much exposure to classic rock, and definitely not Rush. This concert was life changing for both of us. Never had I see 3 guys play so tight, so perfect, so loud and with such joy. Of course it being a home crowd, outside venue, warm breeze off Lake Ontario and the constant sweet smelling clouds of Mary Jane wafting across the amphitheater helped immensely to the mood, but these guys were amazing. Then came Neil's drum solo - to say we were blown away is the biggest understatement. Jenn, myself and my best friend of 36 years (whom was a HUGE influence on my music knowledge, as I was to him) have seen our holy trinity from Toronto no less than 8 times, and they always provided 110% to their fans. RIP Neil. Thanks for providing the lyrics to, & together with Alex & Geddy, the music to my geeky youth! You will be loved & remembered the rest of my days!
That's a great point Chris B. Their craft came first and after that they could only hope the public would be receptive. And we all know how that worked out. Legends
Amazing performance! The rock music world just lost one of the greatest drummers ever! I was shocked and so saddened by the news. Didn’t know he was ill. RIP Neil. You will be sorely missed. Does anyone know when his last performance was with Rush? Thanks
This isn’t how we planned on debuting our new set up but we both knew we wanted this tribute out for you guys as soon as we could, this Drum Solo was just brilliant, shows off exactly why he has and will maintain ‘Legend’ status. Comment below the first time you feel you really acknowledged just how great of a drummer he is! We will see you guys tomorrow with our ‘debut’ of our new set up! Much love to you all, friends. 🔥🤟🏻
Andy & Alex love 💗 Amazing Drummer!! What more to say??? Can’t wait to see the new setup tomorrow !!!!
You guys need to buy RUSH T-shirts
Not just amazing, but the stamina!
Hi guys! I’m 56 and I’ve seen them a few times in my hometown Montréal, they had always put on a fantastic show, and I’m sure we all fans gonna miss the « Professor" and his band brothers. They were the best, even though they would have not say so, cuz they were and still are respectfull for all the music industry. So much respect and love for those guys. RIP Neil!
Your comments are very wise, keep on guys 😉
Dudes P.S. you have to check out “dinner with RUSH”. It’s all three of them eating dinner at this super high end restaurant drinking wine. Funniest and coolest shit you guys will ever see. All three of them are natural comedians. Especially Alex. Too funny.
Crushed by his passing, but grateful his suffering is over. Rest in Peace Neil.
This.
I saw them once, in the 1990s. Great band; great music. RIP, stick man.
Canada is crying, i was Lucky to meet him in 86, he said hi im Neil, stuck out his hand, never forget, still in shock
The entire world is in mourning.
@ Scarborough Guy What a great memory to have. Thanks for sharing it. That's exactly how I'd like to remember him, fantastic person.
Did he crush your hand when he shook it or better yet, could you feel the power in his arms. Had to be a beast....
@@SquirrelMan1332 What was so odd was when I walked I to the reception room he walked over to me,I saw him about 15 ft away,yes it was firm, bloody claw,watching him dance was treat NOT. To me it was like yesterday,my ex who was friends w his sister was clueless about him,got to go to 2 after show party,I'm drinking my beer turned around and kinda bump somebody,said sorry, yikes it's Alex,he said no prob,then ask about show, I said it's not Zeppelin who where hit and miss,I said there is no bad RUSH shows,he laughed and we cheered,as in Canada fucking EH,meeting RUSH was better than my EX.
I saw them in Memphis bitter cold winter Sunday night January we 1979. They were coming out the side of the mid-south coliseum getting on their bus after show, we hollered and waved, they yelled and waved back, watched them leave, thats all we talked about for a week. Super heroes they were.
His drumming is fucking magic!!
We are only immortal for a limited time...RIP Professor
"Suddenly, you were gone
From all the lives you left your mark upon" From the song Afterimage by Neil Peart RIP Professor.
When he does those crossovers, it looks like his hands are teleporting
That's so so deep man! So deep!
@@Diomedene Oh my goodness, that's so crazy and deep. Even grandma thinks so and she does A&R for Atlantic records.
I know I couldn't keep up watching them lol
Thanks for sharing guys. Beautiful sentiments
@@bobespirit2112 I hope you're happy.
All I can say is that I was already drumming in high school in the 7Os when I first heard Neil. It moved the bar so far up it really challenged me. Rush became my top shelf band and saw every tour from 78 to the last one when it ended. Forty years of exellence. Neil was the greatest influence in my drumming career. Bar none. He was one of a kind. Great drummer, percussionist and lyricist and just good human being. I felt a large piece of me die with him. I never knew him personally but his shadow was a long one. A big part of my life ended with his. Tragic beyond words. But thank God his work is eternal and we can't let him and the band fade into the past. I'm so glad you young men are keeping this music alive because it would be so sad for new generations to never be enriched by it. Thanks for the show honoring this amazing musician!
I’ve loved Rush for 40 years. They are/were the sound track to my life. Such sad news. That’s 24 carat gold on his kit btw. RIP Neil
Same
Amen❤
Same here too.
I’ve been a fan for 45 years.
I found rush in 1980. I was 10. I was hooked on rush and it started my drum career
Great appreciation guys... Neil was the best I ever saw!
This one hurt. RIP Neil.
Amen ❤❤🇨🇦
A full 3 hour set of a Rush concert would have been the quickest 3 hours you ever spent. Always left me wanting more.
One of the best lines I’ve been hearing is that Neil Peart is your favorite drummer’s favorite drummer. Neil is, was, and will always be the man.
I want to personally thank you both for giving the recognition that Neil so rightfully deserves. All music channels should do the same. He gave this world such an incredible gift and an impact this world will NEVER see again. Not only was he an amazing musician, he was also an extraordinary human being. He deserves a statue built in Canada.
You're onto something there... look at the time signature that his feet are doing during that 3/4 tophat boom-chic-chic component... his hands are going through 4/4, 6/8... 7/8... just about every time signature out there. HE SEPARATED HIS BOTTOM FROM HIS TOP BY TIME... Legend.
The Drum Also Waltzes
Check out Philly Joe Jones's version. It's the original Neil based his solo on.
Soooo many people have no clue what’s going on with this solo. The man was amazing.
@@MrRezRising The original is "The Drum Also Waltzes", by Max Roach. BUT....Regardless, Philly Joe was a bad-ass drummer!!!
@@Tonyr0206 Doh! That's embarrassing. 🤣 I even remember that Max's version on the Burning for Buddy recording was a solo bc he wouldn't record with Buddy's band. Double doh!
Also, LOVE the stick flip. 👍😎👍 Their live concerts were AMAZING & AWESOME COOLNESS!!! 💜💜💜
Good on you both, fellas. There's no way to measure the loss. Thank you boys for paying tribute to whom it's due. Your stock's in the ceiling now!
Great review guys. I’m 55 years old and had the pleasure of seeing Rush 5 times. Every performance was stellar. 3 virtuosos. Peart was a drummers favorite drummer! And a phenomenal lyricist. Can’t say enough. He’ll be sadly missed.
He was so much more than an incredible drummer. His intelligence, more than matched his talent. There is a hole in the Universe.
armadillotoe so right!
Yes, there is a hole in the universe, but there's a new percussionist and writer in the heavens.
"Suddenly you were gone...from all the lives you left your mark upon"...
I've been raising a glass and wiping away tears since this happened.
He has been my mentor, my drumming God.
Rest in peace, Professor....we all learned from you. 🥃
I lost my sister 3 days ago to cancer. She was the one who introduced me to Rush. I sat up that night saddened by the loss and listening to Rush, in particular Afterimage. Peart's lyrics, remembering a lost friend matched so much of what I was feeling. The next day I learned of his passing. I have watched one or two other tributes, and I will say the same. Thank you so much for your post. For your words. It means the world to me, and helps me to deal with all the emotions I am experiencing.
@Master of Muppets
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Sorry for your loss, RIP❤
1979 I was 16 years old, my first concert was RUSH, and I was blown away by these three talented men. I’ve seen RUSH over 20 times in concert. RIP Neil Peart.🙏❤️#LEGEND
Thank you for this tribute. As a 30 year fan, Neil’s passing was absolutely devastating. I admire that you both can see the impression that he has had on the rock and roll community. Please keep reviewing Rush songs.
My friend lent me All The World's A Stage in 1976, told me that I just had to hear this band and that the drummer was amazing. Man, was he right. His drumming pinned me to the wall and I've been a fan ever since. He will be missed. Great job, guys!
He's like in a percussion duel with himself... damn.
Been waiting for this tribute, I just knew y’all were gonna do this. Long live Neil Peart!
If you watch any interviews with the whole band, it's very apparent that even after 4 decades they still held each other in very high regard and enjoyed each other'scompany . That's SO rare. i
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Yea, they knew that each one contributed very specific and critical elements. None of which could be replaced without changing the super-structure of the band. The fact there were only 3 of them made this even more salient.
Some groups are simply band mates. These 3 were best friends!
Wow great Neil Peart tribute! Thanks guys!
So glad I got to see them Live even if only once. 2010 The Time Machine Tour. ... Awesomeness 🤘🏼
To call Neil a "Drummer" is almost an Insult. He was a 9th Dan Black belt in composition, musicality, and Lyricism... There will never be another like him.
Leddy Gee Percussionist! Lyricist!
He called himself a drummer, so there’s that.
Many drummers would be lost behind a NP drumkit
Neil Peart was no ordinary drummer. He was a drum and percussion orchestra.
RIP-One of the BEST ever! Glad I was able to see and his bandmates,RUSH perform LIVE.Thanks brothers! Keep on rockin the Free World while it Lasts!Shalom
Thanks guys, a very worthwhile tribute to an incredible talent and sweet person. We will miss you Neil.
Amazing talent! Boggles my mind how he can have arms and legs going every which way and it sounds wonderful and not just noise.
The only two celebrity musician deaths to bring me to tears so far have been Chris Squire of YES (2015 - also 67 years old), and now Neil Peart. Both of their contributions have been huge for me and major soundtracks of my life. I experienced my first YES and RUSH shows within weeks of each other back in 1984.
As for Neil, I am a bit surprised how hard it has hit me, but then I realize all those amazing lyrics and how they inspired me over the years to be a better person. I have also been reminiscing on all the bonding with friends and family I have done going on nearly four decades over his music and lyrics. To top it all off, Neil (and Alex and Geddy as well) was just a great person and family man. I personally call him The Quiet, Shy Introvert Who Brought Thunder Down From The Heavens. He was so eloquent and intelligent, and humble. So, more than a loss for music (he had retired anyway), it's a great loss for the rest of us as people, and especially his wife and 10-year old daughter, which must be just awful for her. So very sad about that. (Incidentally, Chris Squire had a 5-year daughter at the time he left us - so heartbreaking). At the same time, depending on how you believe, Neil is also reunited with his first wife and daughter who both tragically passed in the late 90s. No matter how you shake it, there are many reason to hold Neil in tender regard. Bless him and his legacy.
Guys excellent tribute. Neil Peart was a human drum machine. But he was known as the professor. He was the goat. R.I.P. Neil Peart
Thank you Andy & Alex, beyond beautiful and cool tribute. "La Villa Strangiato" is playing on Hair Nation as we speak, more brilliance. I would like to share a section of the lyrics from one of my favorite songs by Rush, "Ghost of a Chance".
I don't believe in destiny
Or the guiding hand of fate
I don't believe in forever
Or love as a mystical state
I don't believe in the stars or the planets
Or angels watching above
But I believe there's a ghost of a chance
We can find someone to love
And make it last
And make it last
Neil wrote so many of the lyrics for Rush. Lyrics we can pass down to you guys, to look to when things are tough or for comfort. I know Neil would be so proud of you guys and all you're doing. He's smiling down on you right now as your respect for the art is so beautiful.
Keep rockin in Heaven Neil Sweet One. 🌹🌹🌹
I watched the Rush documentary again last night, I have to admit I teared up a few times
I was waiting for you boys to put out this video to pay tribute to my favorite drummer. This is a great example that separates Neil from other great drummers. Every stroke of the drum sticks has a purpose, to support his drum compositions melodically and rhythmically. RIP NP, we'll miss you and will never forget the gifts you gave us in your playing and your words. You will live forever in our hearts.
You guys brought tears to my eyes. This was a great thing to do for Neil. Thumbs up to you Andy and Alex
Thank you for acknowledging the greatness of Neil Peart RIP
To this day, I can still remember going to the record store and buying "Moving Pictures" when I was in 8th grade. They had me from that moment on. Although his physical being is gone from this world, his spirit will always live on through the amazing music he left behind. RIP Maestro.
I ran out and bought Permanent Waves in 7th grade.. I had a paper route and listened to the radio while I folded papers. Spirit of the Radio came on and I froze. I'd never heard anything like it. To this day no song has stopped me in my tracks like that.
Holy Moly we lost a legend!!!! I feel so bad now because I didn't get into Rush until I discovered your channel! I never knew Neil Peart could do that on the drums!!! I got chills from the xylophone parts because it was so unique. I love those drummers that are unique and bring something different to the band. I loved how Neil did many different things, from the kick drum, to the xylophone, to the snare drum, to the crossovers, to the toms, he kept it different every single time! He kept it flavorful and not boring! I will definitely be checking out more Rush videos in the future because man, this guy was awesome! He sounded really nice and selfless too because of the story of how he wouldn't want his fans to see a bad show. Due to Neil's declining health, Rush called it quits, so that fans wouldn't have to see him suffer and not be at his best. I did not know that! I admire Neil Peart even more now!!!! Rest in peace Neil Peart, this world will not be the same without you, for sure!
his death hit me hard, last time I felt this pained over a musician death was when zappa died, RIP Neil, your drumming got me into prog
Saw Rush lead off for Zappa in 75. Stunning
For me, the last death that really hit me hard was Keith Emerson.
Biggest music death for me was Stevie Ray Vaughn. I saw him in concert the winter before he died. My friends bought me surprise birthday tickets to see him. Losing Neil hits on that level.
first Bonham hit me hard since Zeppelin was my first concert ever. This hit me hard as well since it was a shock and Rush were the soundtrack to so much of my life.
Dec 8th, 1980
Amazing. I love you guys. R.I.P. Neil
My first rock concert was Rush in 1981. Saw them twice more over the years. So happy I have those memories.
I think it was a great way to open up the new digs to the world. This video brings back good memories. He was a legend and will be sorely missed. 😢
Thank you so much for doing this. My first concert was Rush opening for Kiss when I was 14, needless to say they left a life long impression.
Thanks again guys, big respect.
I am a life long Rush fan from Toronto. I remember Rush playing my high school, before I was in high school. I didn’t get to see that show, but followed Rush throughout my life. I am 55 years old and can remember hearing 2112 for the first time. It blew me away. I am so happy I got to see Rush multiple times.
When Neil Peart died it hurt my soul. He will be missed. May his music live on.
The man who inspired me and millions of others to pick up a pair of sticks and drive parents nuts. Not only an amazing musician that set the benchmark for drumming but, from what I have experienced for the last 46 years an amazing human. He along with his bandmates also showed the world that you can be true to yourself. The one thing I have like about Rush there never was tossing a TV out the windows, OD'ing in a hotel room or doing stupid shit that many, (but not )all musicians do. Thank you, Neal, as well as Geddy and Alex for your sonic contribution to my life. So many times you have been there and I will be forever grateful.
Thanks for the tribute, Andy & Alex. Professor Peart will be sorely missed. Saw Rush live for Moving Pictures and his drumming was immaculate.
hey guys, i've been waiting for yous to chime in. so glad you did. one of my first heros, since around 1979, lots of love
Thanks for the tribute.
Neil was my first musical hero, starting from my first memories of being serious about listening to music at the age of 10. I'm about to turn 50. Now, Geddy is more my musical spirit animal but Neil has always been among my greatest musical inspirations. On Friday, I was at Guitar Center, having just finished my bass guitar lesson and I was talking to the staff about Rickenbacker-era Geddy vs Jazz Bass-era Geddy when we all started getting texts about the news. We all just kind of sat there in stunned silence. There was more than one "holy shit" exclaimed under breath. Then I said, "Welp... I gotta go out to my car and cry a little." And I did. This was the biggest celebrity gut punch death for me in my lifetime. My Elvis or Lennon.
My biggest sadness was not for me, but for Neil - he went through such unspeakable tragedy and still came back and made amazing music for us, despite his extreme discomfort with living in the public eye. Then he finally retired and not even 2 years after his retirement was he told he had brain cancer. He largely gave up his life for 40 years, and now that he was finally able to enjoy it, he's gone in just a few years. That's why it made me cry. I had already come to grips with the fact that I was never going to see another Rush show or hear another new Rush album. Rest in peace, sir. Thank you for all the music.
I like your new set. Looks great!
I came to hear of them in 1989 when A Show of Hands was released. I was a young drummer in high school and his song writing and drumming were everything to me. The first show I saw was the Presto tour in 1990 and didn’t miss a single tour, seeing their final one in 2015 in Virginia. When I heard of his passing on Friday, it was a gut punch. Unexpected and hit me hard...I never thought of myself as getting emotional when a musician died, but this one cuts pretty deep. I’ve been listening to Rush all weekend and watching tributes on UA-cam.
Thank you guys for reacting to his solo. Because I was first introduced to them from ASOH, that solo will always be my favorite, but this one is equally spectacular. RIP Professor, you were one of a kind.
thanks for the like. It also awesome that you guys being as young as you are love and react to rush the way you do.
My first concert 39 yrs ago was Rush. It begot my love for music, the melodic sounds coming from that 3 piece band was amazing and now had me listening to other types of music.
I cried 3 separate times yesterday. not only the greatest fuckin drummer and like my favorite lyricist, but as a person he was an idol and hero to me. I’m gracious to him for helping shape who I’ve become since I was 10. Gushing love forever to you, Neil
Drums were always my favorite part of music ... and his were PERFECTION. Since my first time hearing The Fountain of Lamneth (in 1977) to their final tour, they played the music that choreographed my life. Nothing will ever compare .....
You honored Neil beautifully! ❤️
Knowing a few people who knew Neil personally and who were in the know about his terminal brain cancer (and repping one of his biggest fans - drummer Shaun Foist of Breaking Benjamin), even with knowing, there was no way for anyone to prepare for the creative and emotional loss, and the void his passing would leave. If you venture on to IG, check out Shaun’s tribute post to Neil - so beautiful and heartfelt. (shaunwfoist).
Neil will NEVER be forgotten.... and will live on through his legacy of art - and through all those drummers he inspired. 💔
Excellent tribute guys!
R.I.P. to the Professor of percussion science, Mr. Neil Peart. Gone but never forgotten, his name and legacy will live on forever through the incredible music of RUSH!
saw them live 8 times over the years! Every show was better then the one before. Rest In Peace to the best ever!
Andy and Alex, I think all of us who are a bit older here and watching your stuff are so proud to witness your friendship and enthusiasm. Makes us feel young again. So it brought me back when i discovered Rush when I was 12 or 13. I must have listened to Hemispheres (my personnal favourite) a zillion times. How is it possible to listen to an album for 40 god damn years and not get bored? Musical genious and artistic integrity are part of the answer. Keep posting new videos. RIP mister Peart. You meant a lot to me. Your music, your writting and all. Peace. Luc from Montréal.
All I can say is thank you Mr peart for the words and rush for the music.thank you Andy and alex,you guys are pure class.
@Phil Stone
Of course friend, glad you enjoy! We try to keep it nice for you guys! 🔥😁
I honestly feel like a family member passed. He’s been part of my life through his beautiful, thoughtful words and amazing percussion since I put Hold Your Fire in my tape deck in 1988. I have since seen them 17 times live and Rush has been a bond in our family ever since. RIP Professor
I am so glad to see his legacy and Rush is reaching the younger crowd like yourself. I have been listen to Rush for 40 yrs and Neil inspired me to begin drumming. Forever grateful... RIP for Neil "Sensei" Peart.
This is my third time watching this reaction and I have a tear coming down my face. Unbelievable!! I take it you guys gave this a 10+?
Cheers fella"s!!
The you guys for honoring him and keeping the spirit of Rush alive through your great reactions. I've been crying since Friday off and on. Social media has acted like a big support group for me and the two of you have been a big part of that. The sound of thunder will forever be redefined.
RIP Neil Peart ❤️❤️ what an actual rockstar he will be missed, great tribute
What a great tribute, Neil always was and always will be my favorite drummer! I feel funny saying he was a drummer because obviously he was so very much more! Still in shock, God bless his family and Rush!
I have never felt this way after a famous musician has died.
A fan since 1976.
Thank you Neil.
The world is a better place with your mark on it.
RIP
Wow I never experienced something like that before... Goosebumps from a drumsolo💖
No words, just respect.
Amen❤
Whatever you believe or don't believe, the journey DOES NOT end at death in this life. Whatever it is, there isn't a pit of darkness of nothing unless you make that for yourself on this Earth. The only thing that Neil Peart did, among others, is give music more character, will and power. He will be remembered to the end of the world. I'm just glad that he can now be with his daughter and his wife, who were also tragically taken from him at young ages as well. 🙏
I was really hoping you guys would do something for Neil since you're obviously officially Rush fans now. Thanks for the video, seriously.
It's taken me awhile to listen to this tribute to a phenomenal one of a kind. I was a young teenager when I was first introduced you his talant, i was just learning to play percussion and my jaw hit the floor, I'm now 56 yrs old and my jaw still dropped after all this time! I was privileged to see him in concert 5 times and I treasure those experiences with all my heart! Thank you Neil for your gift you gave to the world and you an awkward young teen.
Got to see Rush live back in 2009 on the time machine tour, hands down one of the top 3 best shows I've ever seen. RIP to the greatest on Earth!
Of all the great things you could say about Rush, the thing that sticks out in my mind the most is that their music helped a lot of people feel understood, namely, people who didn't fit in, like dreamers, young aspiring artists and musicians, "geeks", lone wolves, etc., and in my mine that's quite an accomplishment. Been a life-long Rush fan, and always will be. Thanks for the vid.
JasonMarshMusic thanks for the comment, it means a lot to see just how much he meant to all of us
He was the Mozart of percussion. He composed amazing masterpieces. And yes he triggers all the Horns from the pads. ~RIP
Neil Peart was only 1 year older than me. I started playing drums at 53. Neil & Steve Gadd are my two drum heroes. Subdivisions is my ring tone and my favorite song ever. As much as I love John Bonham & Keith Moon, who were Neil’s heroes (among others), Neil is the greatest rock & roll drummer ever. That alone would be enough, but his lyrics, man. His lyrics. If you choose not to decide, you still have made a choice. Blame is better to give than to receive. He knows change isn’t permanent, but change is. The man was a poet. Even more importantly than his incredible artistic talent, he was just a great human being. He suffered great tragedy. Bad things happen to good people. Not fair, but part of life. It’s about how you deal with the adversity. He preserved and continued to give. This loss feels personal to a lot of us. Thank you Neal Peart. RIP. You deserve it.
I know you guys don’t usually do Live music but maybe this passing of ‘The Professor’ calls for a full album reaction to the phenomenal Live RUSH All The World’s A Stage from 1976. One of the best Live Rock albums ever. Possibly this celebratory reaction would include cocktails. You guys will be lost in the sauce for sure 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼
Rush is my all-time favorite band!!! Neil is my all time favorite drummer and in my opinion the best in the world no doubt about it. I am 58 years old and been a fan sense 1975. I've seen Rush in several concerts live especially early years it was fantastic I feel blessed. I even turn my grandson on to rush and he understands exactly what I'm talking about when it comes to their music. And he's learning the guitar. Rest in peace Neil , you are the best.
I dig the new look! Thanks for the Peart tribute. Legend for sure.
I'm with you, Barry. I can't wait to see the new set on Monday. (Mozo winks.)
R.I.P. Neil
You guys are great. Very thoughtful reaction 💙
RIP Neil Peart!! Hubby and I were devastated by the news of his passing. The world has lost a true master.
Thanks guys. Great tribute to Neil. He was a big influence on my playing in the 70s.
This was a great video to react to. What a legend we lost. Rest in peace Neil Peart 🙏
Wow! Just WOW! Now THAT was impressive! That just isn't "talent". That is a gift from God! RIP, Neil Peart! Thanks for sharing this!
Thanks for doing this guys! Neil's beat will continue forever! ♡
And lyrics to many many of their songs were incredible.
Alex Lifeson was a HUGE inspiration to me as a kid guitar player, but RUSH was the first and probably only band that I actually “listened” to the drums as a musical instrument.
Thanks for this guys!
"... nobody's hero - save the drowning child, CURE THE WASTING DISEASE..." R.I.P. master.
Thank you for the special tribute to such an amazing musician, human and soul! My heart goes out to everybody whose life he "left his mark upon" and was impacted by his passing. How blessed we were to live in the same time as him! R.I.P. NEIL PEART! You will never be forgotten!
Glad to see the two of you doing such a good job . I would love to see you do The Garden . R.I.P. Neil .
Thank you guys. He's really not dead if we remember him through his genius. He's not dead, he just went home. I won't be able to listen to The Garden again without welling up. RIP Neil Peart!
Neil was born in Hamilton Ontario Canada which is where I was born. He’s a GOD there. RIP
Jason G He’s a God everywhere. GOAT.
sarahzentexas Yes he is
Often replicated but never duplicated RIP Neal❤❤
Great tribute. So very very fortunate to have seen him do this live. Rest well The Professor
I saw them once in Newhaven Ct. They were great! The thing I remember most was the drum solo!
Thanks Andy & Alex! Thanks for the tribute. I've been a mess all weekend. Never has a passing of a person that I didn't 'personally' know affected me so much. Rush has been a part of my life for the better part of 30 years. First learning of them in Grade 8 ('91), then finally seeing them live in '97 (Test For Echo tour) here in their hometown of Toronto (I life about an hour outside of TO). My wife Jenn (girlfriend at the time) is a musician, but hadn't had much exposure to classic rock, and definitely not Rush. This concert was life changing for both of us. Never had I see 3 guys play so tight, so perfect, so loud and with such joy. Of course it being a home crowd, outside venue, warm breeze off Lake Ontario and the constant sweet smelling clouds of Mary Jane wafting across the amphitheater helped immensely to the mood, but these guys were amazing. Then came Neil's drum solo - to say we were blown away is the biggest understatement.
Jenn, myself and my best friend of 36 years (whom was a HUGE influence on my music knowledge, as I was to him) have seen our holy trinity from Toronto no less than 8 times, and they always provided 110% to their fans.
RIP Neil. Thanks for providing the lyrics to, & together with Alex & Geddy, the music to my geeky youth! You will be loved & remembered the rest of my days!
He was just the best. A consumate professional. More interested in his craft than the fame.
Back with his wife and daughter now.
That's a great point Chris B. Their craft came first and after that they could only hope the public would be receptive. And we all know how that worked out. Legends
Thanks for taking time to do a special one for Neil. Great job guys. I'm still gutted.
Amazing performance! The rock music world just lost one of the greatest drummers ever! I was shocked and so saddened by the news. Didn’t know he was ill. RIP Neil. You will be sorely missed.
Does anyone know when his last performance was with Rush? Thanks
I saw Rush in concert 48 times. I wish I could have given one to you. Neil Peart R.I.P.