Yeah, that didn't make sense to me when I first heard it, and it still doesn't. He was a master writer but there were moments, such as these, when he showed he didn't understand the "more" that is.
@josef mengele he's referring to youth. Feeling immortal. The opening line of the chorus is "we are young, wandering the face of the earth...learning what our dreams might be worth." It the immortal state of mind we all have when we're in the prime of life.
Neil was a private person who never sought the limelight, just a working man committed to his craft; who saw himself as a continuous work in progess. What an incredible intellect. What an incredible loss. RIP Neil.
*Time Stamps* - 19:56 Neil's Childhood 20:30 Travelling to the UK aged 18 20:57 Rush audition 21:49 Neil's first Rush album 22:16 Massey Hall, achieving a dream 23:02 Buddy Rich Memorial Show 24:08 Tragedy in 1997 25:08 Return 26:04 Final thoughts
Catherine Fraser , I love that he always wanted to keep learning.. that just is so awesome . That’s why he is so good and made him humble. I actually enjoyed this, too...
Neil Peart the professor not only was he a fantastic drummer an extremely talented musician. He was also a decent human being so much heartache and his life my mom also died of brain cancer it was absolutely horrible. R i p Neil Peart thanks for all the good music thank you for the great review fil.
He had so much grief in his life. He was never the same after losing his Wife n Daughter in a car accident. It took him yrs to get back to making music with the Band. I've never seen Neil smile after that tragic accident. Music and religion was the only thing that kept him going I believe?
@@crusheverything4449 my mistake. I know when he lost his wife n daughter in the accident he went into seclusion. I remember hearing something about him converting to something or another. I assumed it was religion. Thanks for setting me straight!
My grandmother and great aunt died the same way. Terrible 😢 Imagine having a migraine for three years. ❤ Thank you for your tribute Fil. You reactions are always great. R.I.P. Professor.
I lost my dad from cancer that metastasized to his brain. My dad became aggressive in the last month although he had no idea he was acting so out of character. It was terrible to go through and from then on after his death I take everyday as a blessing as we can doing ok one moment and the your life can be shattered in a moment. I give to a cancer charity and also to a hospice where my dad lived the last couple of weeks. The staff there were incredible and made a huge difference not only to my dads life but they carried so much of the weight which was killing me at the time. They taught me how to grieve-a life skill which helped me more than words can ever say. Without them I would of collapsed just from the pain and anguish that I could not bare. I will never forget them.
Heard this on the radio in the car this morning. The place I discovered RUSH. I pulled over and cried. His drumming and writing were transcendent. The world is a lesser place.
Hi Fil! My son took drum lessons for years, and became very good....I remember him having RUSH music in the house, and I heard all about Neil Peart! My son thought he was the best drummer anywhere! I was sorry to learn of his passing...this drummer had such a positive influence on kids becoming drummers! My son is still a drummer, and he uses his talent at his church! Thanks for showing this talented guy!
Being such an inspiration to drummers of all ages and abilities is his greatest legacy, more even than the music and lyrics he has left for us all to enjoy.
There is a video of Neal somewhere on UA-cam where he recounts meeting a parent who said he inspired her son to play the drums. Neal laughed, and said "I'm sorry". The house where a young drummer lives is not a quiet place. My older brother played drums, and the house was very noisy. He was always going around, drumming on everything.
I once heard an interview with Geddy Lee and he was asked who’s the best musician in the band and without much of a thought he said Neil. That coming from one of the greatest Bassists ever
Also read an interview with Eddie Van Halen and the interviewer asked what its like being the worlds best guitarist at the moment he replied ''don't know ask Alex Lifeson. :)
We have the National Music Centre here in Calgary, Alberta and indeed, one of Neil's drum kits is on permanent display. It is downtown at 9 Ave and about 4 St. SE. You can't miss the place once you get close. I think at least one (if not more) of Geddy Lee's bass guitars is also on display. His collection is vast. Really. I'm not sure if Alex Lifeson has placed any of his electric guitars on display there but there probably is at least one.
Neil's lyrics spoke to me like no others. Rush touched me like no others. This death has affected me differently than any other. Goodbye our Canadian Clockwork Angel. The world is not as bright as before. May he Rest in Eternal Peace.
Great lyricists.. Man of character and Integrity. He was always professional and carried himself well. Class act.. high brow artist. Always pushed himself to better his craft until the end. A beast on the kit
What a profound loss of a great drummer, musician and person. Fil, you handled this analysis with the sensitivity and respect that he deserved. Hats off to you and thank you for that...
Thanks from my heart for doing this Fil. Canada's greatest drummer and gentleman & the world lost one of the greats. My heartfelt sympathies go out to his family and to Geddy & Alex. Rush is one of the greatest bands IMHO.
Fil, I heard the news yesterday afternoon about Neil. A friend of mine texted me that he had passed away, not knowing how special Neil was to me. I am not ashamed to say, I burst into tears. It was like getting punched in the gut. He was the absolute epiome of a drummer, and a hero to me. Thankfully I was able to see him play this exact solo in around 2004, and I was mesmerized. The level of musicianship in Rush is almost too much to comprehend. Neil was a very private person as you know. I can only hope that his family is given the space they need mourn.
Who in the world thumbs down this video? Well done, Fil. Done with knowledge and respect. I enjoy all of your videos but this one is special to the fans of this great man.
Just. Wow! Rest In Peace. You are truly the Greatest of All Time! Thanks for the beats, the timeless music, and being such an amazing talented musician! You will never be forgotten. Sad day for the music world.Thanks Fil!!!!!!!!!
It's sad that he is gone now..but part of me is happy that he is no longer in pain or suffering.. Cancer sucks.. Thankfully we have his music to console us in our time of grief.. Thanks Fil, for the respectful, intelligent perspective of such a amazing man.. Rip Neil..you were definitely one of a kind..
FIL, THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR HONORING MY HERO, YOU BEING A GUITARIST, YOUR COMMENTS ON A PERCUSSIONIST, ARE OUTSTANDING, YOU ARE A GENTLEMAN AND A WALKING ENCYCLOPEDIA, I WAS FORTUNATE TO MEET NEIL BACK IN THE 70;S IN DETROIT, A GREAT FEW MINUTES IN MY LIFE THAT I WILL NEVER FORGET. NEIL WAS NOT JUST A DRUMMER, HE HAD AN ORCHESTRA OF PERCUSSION INSTRUMENTS, AND PLAYED THEM ALL. I LOVE THE REVOLVING STAGE, TO WHERE HE HAD 2 KITS AT HIS DISPOSAL, I LOVE YOUR BUDDY RICH STORY, I HAVE BEEN WATCHING VIDEO'S OF NEIL FOR 2 DAYS NOW, AND I AM STILL DRYING MY EYES, I CAN NOT BELIEVE THAT HE IS GONE, HE WAS VERY SPECIAL TO ME, HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN, THANK YOU AGAIN FOR THIS , YOU HAVE THE BEST YOU TUBE CHANNEL, COUSIN FIGEL
Who here thinks that Phil looks like another lost artist, the late great Bon Scott? Thank you for making this video. Rest in peace with your wife and daughter Neil.
Just three rocking dudes doing their own thing. Staying true to themselves until the world came to them, and we did and we loved them for it. Thank You Phil your a Class Act All the Way.
Hands down one of, if not THE best. There's many drummers in the running for number one, but I don't think now is the time for debate. Neil is one of a kind, and he's inspired too many people to begin to mention. Great musician, great drummer, great human being. It's so sad that we've gotten to that point when we're losing so many beloved musicians. Rest in peace, Neil Peart. We'll hold you even "closer to the heart" now.
Thank You. I have watched many comments to this video. You are the first I have seen to comment on his change of hand technique and comment to never stop learning
That line from their song Tom Sawyer comes to mind : "Exit, the warrior..." Thank you, "Professor", for decades of fantastic music and being a class act through it all. I love you.
When he joined the band he started writing the songs for the band and Geddy did the arrangements. I saw them in 74 in Soo, Ontario shit I was 10 years old and did my first hit of mescaline that night. Best night of my existence!
Love Ginger Baker. Neil is my #1 but I like Moon, Peart, Bonham Bill Ward and Ginger Baker. Hard for me to put them from best to worst. I like them all in their own way.
Ginger was so talented, but a different breed, when I saw him live he had the simplest trap kit of any drummer...snare, kick, a couple toms and the ride and crash... Neil, otoh, was surrounded by a sea of drums. Both were amazing.
Have watched 6 or 5 'tribute' vids already about neil and I am in the camp of , that he was the bestest greatest drummer in the history of ever,,,and if he is not , he is in the top 2 , Also the best comment I have heard is that , whoever is your fave drummer ,Neil was their favorite drummer. Thank you Fil for this
A little late on this thread but people like Neil are what make me proud as a Canadian. I have just hit the subscribe button because I am very impressed by the amount of research you do on the background of an artist and not just the song. I learned things tonight that I never knew. Looking forward to more!
The epicness of Neil. "I have achieved all I can imagine on my instrument." The sheer omnipotence to achieve that, and to admit it, is who Neil was. Fil, thank you so much for your respect, and pure accuracy of who our hero was. I believe youre just as much of a treasure.
Thanks Fil . Wow impressive indeed , it’s amazing,which makes it so much more appreciative ,when you explain, just how much work , and limbs , go into his performances . Well he’s rocking in paradise somewhere. Lots of work ! Holy My eyes are are over the place,lol. RIP Neil Peart ! One of a kind,for sure ! ❤️🇨🇦❤️ For anyone who hasn’t been to Massey Hall ,the Acoustics are killer .
So sad, I heard about his passing last night and that he passed away a few days earlier on Jan. 7th which is my birthday also. I have been to a lot of Rush's concerts and like everyone used to say and I agree is the fact that three men could put out such powerful great music. Neil was a perfectionist and it showed his solo drum performances were a show in itself. I read his books very interesting intelligent man. Even though he got a second chance in life, I don't think he was ever the same when he lost his first wife and child, I hope they are all together now and are at peace. We all will miss you Neil, what a legend , great talent , great man. RIP:(
Hey Greg, This is James, are you still teaching classical guitar at Cornish? When you have time shoot me an e-mail and let me know what you are doing these days. Take care, James
Thank you Fil for recognizing Neil. Your appreciation for great artists and art is what brings me back. We will miss you Neil...for what you left us and for what was possible.
Thank you for someone FINALLY pointing out the amount of footwork going on. So far, many of the other reviewers playing this video never mention (or notice) the different foot patterns being performed, while playing the drums above. Simply genius.
I'm no musician, hell I tend to listen to old radio plays more than anything but I really enjoy your channel immensely. Your music choices are brilliant and I love your willingness to go way back and well as today. Mr. Peart is pure genius I might add.
once again another LEGEND passes on...feeling BLESSED to have grown up with so many AMAZING MUSIC LEGENDS! thanks again Fil for the special features and insightful commentary. ☮️
Very honorable tribute Fil, thank you so much, you have a great presence with easy to follow descriptions. I sure wish, as a septuagenerian, you would consider doing Paul McCartney doing “RAM- “Monkberry Moon Delight”.....I think the viewers will get a kick out of hearing it. This particular song would never think this was the great Paul McCartney from the Beatles. I assure you I will learn from your review even though I heard this song several hundred times through the years. Thank you, respectfully; Old guy from Massachusetts...
Everyone is so right!! Neil Peart was my inspiration to start playing drums!! He was such a Genius,a Gentleman,intelligent,life time student,to me,"the greatest!!" The king of time signatures,(as @ Michael Convery said so perfect!! From the beginning to the end!! A human Metrodome!!) 2 last things that i didn't see mentioned!! I've seen 6 RUSH Concerts.. Talk about ENDURANCE!! He played for over 2 and a half hour's, on every single concert.. And last!! Any Drummer that very well known!! Being invited to play at so many different places!! For example,"Buddy Rich'es daughter,asking him twice,to play for a memorable Buddy Rich Event.. And Neil Peart was always,a very Humble man!!! RIP PROFESSOR!!!!! YOU'RE NOW A LEDGEND,THAT WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!!!!
I saw Rush numerous times over the last 40 years and it was always a highlight to see Neil Peart live just a few feet away. I was too young to see Led Zeppelin but for those that did...I now know how you felt when John Bonham died.
Jesse Swarbrick - Who cares what the self-professed “biggest whore in the world” has to say about a band that could outplay his with their hands tied behind their backs? Rush was the Canadian Rush.
Thank you, Fil. You are so incredible at analyzing videos. You know so many details that I always seem to miss. I'm sure Rolling Stone Magazine has a job for you!!! Bravo👍
Thank you for your well thought out tribute. It was such a shock finding out last night. I’m sorry you had to find out from your grieving subscribers. We were a bit tetchy yesterday.
Greatest Rock N Roll drummer in the world. An innovator who took his craft off this Third Stone From The Sun and played in high orbit. Loved riding his motorcycle. A love I share, we both buried a child. I survived a brain tumor 3rd ventricle right side Forman of Monroe. Neil, Alex and Geddy were always polite and approachable. He was a friend. Rest Easy Neil Rest Free, for you are now where one day we'll all be. Thy load now light, thy tasks now done. Thy battles with cancer now won. Rest Easy Neil, Rest Free. ✌ \m/🍻 Thank you Fil.
Thank you for being so knowledgeable Fil. I watched this same performance video early last year by another young drummer, and he couldn't figure out how Neil was making that sound. Have a blessed night...😊🥁🎸
Being a HUGE RUSH fan since 2112 back in the 70's, I was sad to hear of Mr Peart's death. He was simply one of the greatest drummers to pick up a pair of sticks!!! My wife and I went to see them way back in Feb. of 1990, my wife was pregnant with our daughter and we kid her that that was her first RUSH show... But not her last ;-) She and I went to see them 5 times after Mr Peart returned. She would sing right along with them and knew every single word of every single song!!! Had several folks congratulate me on my parenting skill as they were amazed at her RUSH song knowledge!!! We saw them on their last tour and brought my son as well, so glad we did!!! Mr Peart was not up to his usual standards (he was getting old after all and that is a VERY intense solo he performs) but we had an outstanding time!!! Thank you Fil for reviewing this terrific performer, well done :-)
I enjoyed this clip Fil, thanks for taking time to put it together. I'm not a musician so I value your insight and how you break down and explain music & performances in your videos. Hearing your analysis on not just the performance here, but also sharing your thoughts on Neil as we all reflect on his passing is appreciated. He was a fascinating man and clearly a remarkably talented musician. I have no doubt his music will be enjoyed... and also studied... for so long as there are drummers picking up sticks for the first time.
I never have ever paid neil the attention that he deserved. Ive always been a rush fan, but have never really sat down and gave him the silence and appreciation he most definitely deserved. Thank you for posting this video, it really showed just what a force of nature we lost
The world has lost a wonderful person, masterful drummer and a kind human being, but Neil will live on as a legend in our hearts and minds. He played a big part in and touched many, many lives, and I was fortunate to have him and Rush as a part of mine growing up. Respect to his family, Geddy and Alex. Rest in Peace, Neil. We will always love you and remember you. Thank you, Fil, for sharing this excellent performance of my favorite drummer, Neil Peart.
THANK YOU, FIL!!! A wonderful, well deserved tribute to a legend. I played drums briefly, but had no idea of all the elements you so intelligently pointed out. Deepest sympathy to Neil's family, Alex & Geddy, and all who loved Neil. You will live in eternity, Professor...
A Canadian Rock Icon, an integral part of our great Power Trio, Rush. Amazing drummer and lyricist for Geddy and Alex. 40+ years together, giving us the soundtrack of multiple generations. THAT’S a legacy to leave behind. 🇨🇦🤘🤘
A prog rock band with a string of continuous best selling albums behind only The Beatles and the Rolling Stones. That just boggles the mind. 40 years of supreme musicianship underpinned by the lyrics & drumming of Neil.
Good analysis, Fil. Neil was a phenomenal drummer. I once hear him say, “I wasn’t talented. I was relentless!” He was always trying to improve his technique. It shows!
Fil, I’ve watching a lot of Neil Peart isolated drum tracks. Because of the nature of Rush songs, stops and starts, tempo and key changes, would it be fair to say that Neil did not improvise very much? Or the rest of the band for that matter.
Breathtaking! I didn't know drums could be so singing and moving. - Thank you, Fil, for showing, sharing, caring! Your musicality and its range are immense!
Devastating, crushing news for this Neil Peart fan. As a fellow drummer i of course worship at the alter of Peart; but it was Neil's lyrics that really spoke to me and touched me the most. I was in the habit of bringing Rush lyrics for my Literature and English professors to read. Needless to say they were very impressed. Thanks Neil for sharing your gifts with the world.
Hey Fil, great job on this tribute and thankyou for covering all aspects of this incredible drummer with the class and respect that you allways do . R.I.P Mr. Peart , you will be missed
thanks for this, Fil. i never caught the Rush "thing", but this "In Memoriam" has shown me why so many discriminating listeners were/are so worshipful of them. Fil, you are the perfect presenter to carry the interested listener through a loss like this. you are such a close listener and an eloquent and generous appreciator of the talents of others. following you has afforded me much more education and exposure to the magical and far reaching world of music. i offer you a deep bow of respect. thanks for this. you rock, man.
A master, a professor and a gentleman.
Rest In Peace, Neil Peart,
REST IN ETERNAL PEACE. NEIL. Incredibly gifted person who will always be missed. Sorry for his family and friends.
And a very well known motorcyclist. RIP.
…Amen
“We're only immortal for a limited time.”
― Neil Peart
At least he (and Geddy & Alex) will be immortalised through their musical legacy.
josef mengele take a philosophy class
Yeah, that didn't make sense to me when I first heard it, and it still doesn't. He was a master writer but there were moments, such as these, when he showed he didn't understand the "more" that is.
❤
@josef mengele he's referring to youth. Feeling immortal. The opening line of the chorus is "we are young, wandering the face of the earth...learning what our dreams might be worth." It the immortal state of mind we all have when we're in the prime of life.
Neil was a private person who never sought the limelight, just a working man committed to his craft; who saw himself as a continuous work in progess. What an incredible intellect. What an incredible loss. RIP Neil.
*Time Stamps* -
19:56 Neil's Childhood
20:30 Travelling to the UK aged 18
20:57 Rush audition
21:49 Neil's first Rush album
22:16 Massey Hall, achieving a dream
23:02 Buddy Rich Memorial Show
24:08 Tragedy in 1997
25:08 Return
26:04 Final thoughts
Wings of Pegasus this is your best new feature. Thank you
Catherine Fraser , I love that he always wanted to keep learning.. that just is so awesome . That’s why he is so good and made him humble. I actually enjoyed this, too...
I love that you do this for the longer analyses...
Excellent
Wonderful Fil! Thank you for this time stamp, it will help as I'm saving this to my library. 👍
Thanks for doing this, Peart was the best and a real person no ego no bullshit
Thank you for featuring the Professor,my favorite drum teacher of all time.....
Neil Peart the professor not only was he a fantastic drummer an extremely talented musician. He was also a decent human being so much heartache and his life my mom also died of brain cancer it was absolutely horrible. R i p Neil Peart thanks for all the good music thank you for the great review fil.
He had so much grief in his life. He was never the same after losing his Wife n Daughter in a car accident. It took him yrs to get back to making music with the Band. I've never seen Neil smile after that tragic accident. Music and religion was the only thing that kept him going I believe?
William Sizemore - Religion? Neil was a famous agnostic, sooooooo...
@@crusheverything4449 my mistake. I know when he lost his wife n daughter in the accident he went into seclusion. I remember hearing something about him converting to something or another. I assumed it was religion. Thanks for setting me straight!
My grandmother and great aunt died the same way. Terrible 😢 Imagine having a migraine for three years. ❤ Thank you for your tribute Fil. You reactions are always great. R.I.P. Professor.
I lost my dad from cancer that metastasized to his brain. My dad became aggressive in the last month although he had no idea he was acting so out of character. It was terrible to go through and from then on after his death I take everyday as a blessing as we can doing ok one moment and the your life can be shattered in a moment. I give to a cancer charity and also to a hospice where my dad lived the last couple of weeks. The staff there were incredible and made a huge difference not only to my dads life but they carried so much of the weight which was killing me at the time. They taught me how to grieve-a life skill which helped me more than words can ever say. Without them I would of collapsed just from the pain and anguish that I could not bare. I will never forget them.
Never be another Peart, one of a kind. Rest easy Professor...
I love your non-condescending explanations. Analysis + education. Thank you and Bravo!
Heard this on the radio in the car this morning. The place I discovered RUSH. I pulled over and cried. His drumming and writing were transcendent. The world is a lesser place.
Neil lives on in the Spirit of Radio :)
Off on your way
Hit the open road
There is magic at your fingers
For the spirit ever lingers
Undemanding contact in your happy solitude!!
But the world is a much better place for having his immense talent and creativity all the years he was in it.
This world is no lesser a place. You cried? Over someone, you don't know? All these people get over yourselves. Over a drummer and musician?
Transcendent. Yes.
Hi Fil! My son took drum lessons for years, and became very good....I remember him having RUSH music in the house, and I heard all about Neil Peart! My son thought he was the best drummer anywhere! I was sorry to learn of his passing...this drummer had such a positive influence on kids becoming drummers! My son is still a drummer, and he uses his talent at his church! Thanks for showing this talented guy!
That is a sweet story.
Being such an inspiration to drummers of all ages and abilities is his greatest legacy, more even than the music and lyrics he has left for us all to enjoy.
There is a video of Neal somewhere on UA-cam where he recounts meeting a parent who said he inspired her son to play the drums. Neal laughed, and said "I'm sorry". The house where a young drummer lives is not a quiet place. My older brother played drums, and the house was very noisy. He was always going around, drumming on everything.
I once heard an interview with Geddy Lee and he was asked who’s the best musician in the band and without much of a thought he said Neil.
That coming from one of the greatest Bassists ever
Also read an interview with Eddie Van Halen and the interviewer asked what its like being the worlds best guitarist at the moment he replied ''don't know ask Alex Lifeson. :)
@@johnord684unfortunately I believe that is just a rumour as far as I know. Unless you have a source
@@IarwainBen-adar I think he was takung the mick
Amazing how good musicians make their performances seem so effortless. This was awesome
If Canada has someplace like the SMITHSONIAN institution , ...Neil's massive live stage drum arsenal should be on permanent exhibit !!!
We have the National Music Centre here in Calgary, Alberta and indeed, one of Neil's drum kits is on permanent display. It is downtown at 9 Ave and about 4 St. SE. You can't miss the place once you get close.
I think at least one (if not more) of Geddy Lee's bass guitars is also on display. His collection is vast. Really.
I'm not sure if Alex Lifeson has placed any of his electric guitars on display there but there probably is at least one.
Todd Sauve Great info on that Rush exhibit!! And I thought Calgary was only famous for that Rodeo Stampede...LOL 🤠, Cheers !!
@@ge0fthomas906 No, we are right next to the Rocky Mountains, too, and they dwarf anything you will ever see in any city, believe me!
@mother66 Yes, without question they'll have one of his kits there.
@@ToddSauve
That's great!
Neil's lyrics spoke to me like no others. Rush touched me like no others. This death has affected me differently than any other. Goodbye our Canadian Clockwork Angel. The world is not as bright as before. May he Rest in Eternal Peace.
Great lyricists.. Man of character and Integrity. He was always professional and carried himself well. Class act.. high brow artist. Always pushed himself to better his craft until the end. A beast on the kit
I hope Neil’s family has peace and Geddy & Alex find strength in this difficult time.
Thank you for this great tribute Fil.
The rock guitarist offers the best explanation I've heard of what the drummer and percussionist Neil Peart was doing on the stage. Love this channel!
Thanks!
I lost my life long drum hero I have been a drummer and a student of his for 30 yrs . Love you Neil may you rest in peace and rock on in Heaven.
What a profound loss of a great drummer, musician and person. Fil, you handled this analysis with the sensitivity and respect that he deserved. Hats off to you and thank you for that...
Thanks from my heart for doing this Fil. Canada's greatest drummer and gentleman & the world lost one of the greats. My heartfelt sympathies go out to his family and to Geddy & Alex. Rush is one of the greatest bands IMHO.
He was an amazing drummer and a good person. He will be missed
Thank you for a beautiful tribute Fil
Fil, I heard the news yesterday afternoon about Neil. A friend of mine texted me that he had passed away, not knowing how special Neil was to me. I am not ashamed to say, I burst into tears. It was like getting punched in the gut. He was the absolute epiome of a drummer, and a hero to me. Thankfully I was able to see him play this exact solo in around 2004, and I was mesmerized. The level of musicianship in Rush is almost too much to comprehend. Neil was a very private person as you know. I can only hope that his family is given the space they need mourn.
Thanks, Fil.. nice tribute analyzation. Again, your knowledge impresses me.. R.I.P. Neil Peart.. Rock!
Who in the world thumbs down this video? Well done, Fil. Done with knowledge and respect. I enjoy all of your videos but this one is special to the fans of this great man.
Just. Wow! Rest In Peace. You are truly the Greatest of All Time! Thanks for the beats, the timeless music, and being such an amazing talented musician! You will never be forgotten. Sad day for the music world.Thanks Fil!!!!!!!!!
He will be missed by so many. Amazing drummer, lyricist and author. The drummers’ drummer.
Thank you Fil
It's sad that he is gone now..but part of me is happy that he is no longer in pain or suffering..
Cancer sucks..
Thankfully we have his music to console us in our time of grief..
Thanks Fil, for the respectful, intelligent perspective of such a amazing man..
Rip Neil..you were definitely one of a kind..
Whoah thats a nice meme
CANCER IS EVIL !!
IT HURTS SO MANY !!
Amen 🙏 a great man 👨 Neil Rest In Peace brother
Thank you. My heart hurts. He was so talented and an incredible writer of lyrics and books. RIP😥
This is a fitting tribute to Neil, may he rest in peace. Great job Phil. I wish you would do more on drummers. Neil is amazing.
The great Neil Peart, will be so sadly missed!
Powerful performance here. Thanks so much for sharing this, Fil!
Respects to his family and friends. Special person.
I heard his wife and daughter died years ago...that sucks..
Viva Trump - I heard Donald Trump is still president. That sucks.
@@crusheverything4449 i hope you suffer everyday...while i enjoy everyday of trump... hes got another 4 years coming to..
@@crusheverything4449 you dont know how it is to be a proud white middle upperclass american..
@@crusheverything4449 TRUMP was sent by Jesus God...Democrats support satans work..democrats are of the devil...
FIL, THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR HONORING MY HERO, YOU BEING A GUITARIST, YOUR COMMENTS ON A PERCUSSIONIST, ARE OUTSTANDING, YOU ARE A GENTLEMAN AND A WALKING ENCYCLOPEDIA, I WAS FORTUNATE TO MEET NEIL BACK IN THE 70;S IN DETROIT, A GREAT FEW MINUTES IN MY LIFE THAT I WILL NEVER FORGET. NEIL WAS NOT JUST A DRUMMER, HE HAD AN ORCHESTRA OF PERCUSSION INSTRUMENTS, AND PLAYED THEM ALL. I LOVE THE REVOLVING STAGE, TO WHERE HE HAD 2 KITS AT HIS DISPOSAL, I LOVE YOUR BUDDY RICH STORY, I HAVE BEEN WATCHING VIDEO'S OF NEIL FOR 2 DAYS NOW, AND I AM STILL DRYING MY EYES, I CAN NOT BELIEVE THAT HE IS GONE, HE WAS VERY SPECIAL TO ME, HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN, THANK YOU AGAIN FOR THIS , YOU HAVE THE BEST YOU TUBE CHANNEL, COUSIN FIGEL
Who here thinks that Phil looks like another lost artist, the late great Bon Scott? Thank you for making this video. Rest in peace with your wife and daughter Neil.
I was gonna say Eric Idle from the Monty Python flicks but OK, yea I can see that too :)
Yeah, maybe a little but Bon was more rough cut looking, if you know what I mean...lol
I was thinking Craig Johnston the Aussie soccer player.
Hmmm Not sure about that mate. The hair is similar I guess?
Maybe like Bon”s brother
Just three rocking dudes doing their own thing. Staying true to themselves until the world came to them, and we did and we loved them for it. Thank You Phil your a Class Act All the Way.
Thanks for this Fil, a very appropriate memorial for a great man.
Hands down one of, if not THE best. There's many drummers in the running for number one, but I don't think now is the time for debate. Neil is one of a kind, and he's inspired too many people to begin to mention. Great musician, great drummer, great human being. It's so sad that we've gotten to that point when we're losing so many beloved musicians. Rest in peace, Neil Peart. We'll hold you even "closer to the heart" now.
Thank You. I have watched many comments to this video. You are the first I have seen to comment on his change of hand technique and comment to never stop learning
That line from their song Tom Sawyer comes to mind : "Exit, the warrior..."
Thank you, "Professor", for decades of fantastic music and being a class act through it all. I love you.
Many thanks for doing this. Peace.
This analysis turned tribute was exceptional.
great presentation, thank you
He wrote a lot of the lyrics for Rush as well. A true poet.
A lot? Almost all. Geddy wrote for 3 or 4 songs, alex 1 or 2, and a couple of people got co writing credits ie Tom Sawyer.
He wrote most of the lyrics
@Bike Cycle I got kicked out of there many moons ago when I was 17 or 18. They had a Van Halen cover band and things got a little spirited.
When he joined the band he started writing the songs for the band and Geddy did the arrangements. I saw them in 74 in Soo, Ontario shit I was 10 years old and did my first hit of mescaline that night. Best night of my existence!
@Bike Cycle..Memorial Gardens in Sault St. Marie, Ontario 1974. They toured most of the high schools and snooker halls in Ontario.
Thank you for the great video and comments. As a Canadian, music lover and Rush fan since the beginning, I am proud to be a Neil Peart fan... R.I.P.
Neil Peart and Ginger Baker, arguably the two greatest rock drummers of all-time, RIP, only three months apart.
Love Ginger Baker. Neil is my #1 but I like Moon, Peart, Bonham Bill Ward and Ginger Baker. Hard for me to put them from best to worst. I like them all in their own way.
Ginger was so talented, but a different breed, when I saw him live he had the simplest trap kit of any drummer...snare, kick, a couple toms and the ride and crash... Neil, otoh, was surrounded by a sea of drums. Both were amazing.
Big Neil Peart fan since 2112! A true legend has past! RIP,Neil! Thanks, Fil!
Have watched 6 or 5 'tribute' vids already about neil and I am in the camp of , that he was the bestest greatest drummer in the history of ever,,,and if he is not , he is in the top 2 , Also the best comment I have heard is that , whoever is your fave drummer ,Neil was their favorite drummer.
Thank you Fil for this
I always say, he might be the best, but there is no one better!
A little late on this thread but people like Neil are what make me proud as a Canadian. I have just hit the subscribe button because I am very impressed by the amount of research you do on the background of an artist and not just the song. I learned things tonight that I never knew. Looking forward to more!
The epicness of Neil. "I have achieved all I can imagine on my instrument." The sheer omnipotence to achieve that, and to admit it, is who Neil was. Fil, thank you so much for your respect, and pure accuracy of who our hero was. I believe youre just as much of a treasure.
Thanks Fil . Wow impressive indeed , it’s amazing,which makes it so much more appreciative ,when you explain, just how much work , and limbs , go into his performances .
Well he’s rocking in paradise somewhere. Lots of work ! Holy My eyes are are over the place,lol.
RIP Neil Peart ! One of a kind,for sure ! ❤️🇨🇦❤️
For anyone who hasn’t been to Massey Hall ,the Acoustics are killer .
So sad, I heard about his passing last night and that he passed away a few days earlier on Jan. 7th which is my birthday also. I have been to a lot of Rush's concerts and like everyone used to say and I agree is the fact that three men could put out such powerful great music. Neil was a perfectionist and it showed his solo drum performances were a show in itself. I read his books very interesting intelligent man. Even though he got a second chance in life, I don't think he was ever the same when he lost his first wife and child, I hope they are all together now and are at peace. We all will miss you Neil, what a legend , great talent , great man. RIP:(
So GREAT and timely. Thanks, Fil
Again,Thanks for this analyses Fil, He was an original of the highest level. His technique was excellent!
Hey Greg, This is James, are you still teaching classical guitar at Cornish? When you have time shoot me an e-mail and let me know what you are doing these days. Take care, James
Thank you Fil for recognizing Neil. Your appreciation for great artists and art is what brings me back. We will miss you Neil...for what you left us and for what was possible.
Watching this is truly mind boggling. Sadly, I don't think we will see his equal anytime soon. Thank you, as always, for your thorough analysis!
Thank you for someone FINALLY pointing out the amount of footwork going on. So far, many of the other reviewers playing this video never mention (or notice) the different foot patterns being performed, while playing the drums above. Simply genius.
Fil thanks for another great breakdown of a true genius plus the recap of Neil and his fantastic life.
I'm no musician, hell I tend to listen to old radio plays more than anything but I really enjoy your channel immensely.
Your music choices are brilliant and I love your willingness to go way back and well as today.
Mr. Peart is pure genius I might add.
once again another LEGEND passes on...feeling BLESSED to have grown up with so many AMAZING MUSIC LEGENDS! thanks again Fil for the special features and insightful commentary. ☮️
Thanks Fil ~ Neil was truly an exceptional drummer. You have to be so very deeply involved in your work to achieve such pleasant status.
Thank you, Fil, for helping us understand the genius and talent of Neil Peart. May he Rest In Peace.
Very honorable tribute Fil, thank you so much, you have a great presence with easy to follow descriptions.
I sure wish, as a septuagenerian, you would consider doing Paul McCartney doing “RAM- “Monkberry Moon Delight”.....I think the viewers will get a kick out of hearing it. This particular song would never think this was the great Paul McCartney from the Beatles. I assure you I will learn from your review even though I heard this song several hundred times through the years. Thank you, respectfully; Old guy from Massachusetts...
Wow. I learn so much from this channel. Thank you Fil!!
Linnaeus Excellent Channel recommend it to all who love music and have no reservations about it for young or old.
RUSH is the only band I know of where guitar players would go to their show and look forward to the drum solo.
Isn't that the truth!!!!
Because it awes us to see a drummer that can hold the tempo from start to finish.
@@michaelconvery8871 yer mum kinda hated you huh?
@@Roof_Pizza nope. Musta hit it pretty close to the mark for you eh?
Everyone is so right!! Neil Peart was my inspiration to start playing drums!! He was such a Genius,a Gentleman,intelligent,life time student,to me,"the greatest!!" The king of time signatures,(as @ Michael Convery said so perfect!! From the beginning to the end!! A human Metrodome!!) 2 last things that i didn't see mentioned!! I've seen 6 RUSH Concerts.. Talk about ENDURANCE!! He played for over 2 and a half hour's, on every single concert.. And last!! Any Drummer that very well known!! Being invited to play at so many different places!! For example,"Buddy Rich'es daughter,asking him twice,to play for a memorable Buddy Rich Event.. And Neil Peart was always,a very Humble man!!! RIP PROFESSOR!!!!! YOU'RE NOW A LEDGEND,THAT WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!!!!
At the time I type this, 41 likes and 0 dislikes. That tells ya something. Man was a drumming legend!
Yet, now 14 people, not able to drum, dislike.
That is sad.
RIP, Neil.
Ice Fall yeah, looks like some haters piled on.
@@genedandy not always, you have to account for people who accidentally click dislike and bots too I believe
I saw Rush numerous times over the last 40 years and it was always a highlight to see Neil Peart live just a few feet away.
I was too young to see Led Zeppelin but for those that did...I now know how you felt when John Bonham died.
Marco Polo .....exactly what I was thinking. I know how Bonham fans felt in 80. We lost a legend this week too young. ✌️
Marco Polo Very good comparison. Saw Zeppelin and Rush in concert, and they were the two best I ever saw, with Keith Moon third
I had TICKETS for that show
Zeppelin and the 70's died that day
Gene Simmons would call RUSH Canadian Zeppelin
Jesse Swarbrick - Who cares what the self-professed “biggest whore in the world” has to say about a band that could outplay his with their hands tied behind their backs? Rush was the Canadian Rush.
Thank you, Fil. You are so incredible at analyzing videos. You know so many details that I always seem to miss. I'm sure Rolling Stone Magazine has a job for you!!! Bravo👍
Thank you for this tribute. Neil will never be forgotten.
Peart was an epic drummer, author, and motorcyclist. He will be missed.
True,after losing his first wife and daughter,he rode thousands of miles on his bike,such a spiritual man.
Thank you for your well thought out tribute. It was such a shock finding out last night. I’m sorry you had to find out from your grieving subscribers. We were a bit tetchy yesterday.
Greatest Rock N Roll drummer in the world. An innovator who took his craft off this Third Stone From The Sun and played in high orbit. Loved riding his motorcycle. A love I share, we both buried a child. I survived a brain tumor 3rd ventricle right side Forman of Monroe. Neil, Alex and Geddy were always polite and approachable. He was a friend. Rest Easy Neil Rest Free, for you are now where one day we'll all be. Thy load now light, thy tasks now done. Thy battles with cancer now won. Rest Easy Neil, Rest Free. ✌ \m/🍻 Thank you Fil.
Beautful words
We have lost one of the top 10 best drummers in the world . His style and perfection will sadly be missed. Rest in Peace.
Check the lyrics to "Nobody's Hero"
"When I heard that he was gone
I felt a shadow cross my heart"
The garden has Beautiful lyrics too
@@shanemccormick6072 I've been listening to that one as well. Agree completely.
@@shanemccormick6072 Fittingly, as the last track on Rush's final album.
But he's everybody's hero
@@shanemccormick6072 Afterimage as well.
Excellent comprehensive analysis, very thorough, I learned so much thank you !!!
Thank you for being so knowledgeable Fil. I watched this same performance video early last year by another young drummer, and he couldn't figure out how Neil was making that sound.
Have a blessed night...😊🥁🎸
Being a HUGE RUSH fan since 2112 back in the 70's, I was sad to hear of Mr Peart's death. He was simply one of the greatest drummers to pick up a pair of sticks!!! My wife and I went to see them way back in Feb. of 1990, my wife was pregnant with our daughter and we kid her that that was her first RUSH show... But not her last ;-) She and I went to see them 5 times after Mr Peart returned. She would sing right along with them and knew every single word of every single song!!! Had several folks congratulate me on my parenting skill as they were amazed at her RUSH song knowledge!!! We saw them on their last tour and brought my son as well, so glad we did!!! Mr Peart was not up to his usual standards (he was getting old after all and that is a VERY intense solo he performs) but we had an outstanding time!!! Thank you Fil for reviewing this terrific performer, well done :-)
Very nice tribute to him. Well done.
I enjoyed this clip Fil, thanks for taking time to put it together. I'm not a musician so I value your insight and how you break down and explain music & performances in your videos. Hearing your analysis on not just the performance here, but also sharing your thoughts on Neil as we all reflect on his passing is appreciated. He was a fascinating man and clearly a remarkably talented musician. I have no doubt his music will be enjoyed... and also studied... for so long as there are drummers picking up sticks for the first time.
Best tech drummer I am aware of and I doubt if I will see one better in my life time-Rock In Peace Neil, thanks for all the wonderful music
The Atomic Clock is no slouch, but Peart influenced everyone.
That was such an amazing video. I'm speechless. Thank you Fil.
Yay!! You dont need to be a drummer to realize just how bad ass this man was. Nice one Fil!
Hello Fil! Thank you for introducing me to Neil. I had never heard him before. What an amazing set-up!
Thank you so much for this. We lost a giant this week. ✌️❤️🇨🇦
I never have ever paid neil the attention that he deserved. Ive always been a rush fan, but have never really sat down and gave him the silence and appreciation he most definitely deserved. Thank you for posting this video, it really showed just what a force of nature we lost
The world has lost a wonderful person, masterful drummer and a kind human being, but Neil will live on as a legend in our hearts and minds. He played a big part in and touched many, many lives, and I was fortunate to have him and Rush as a part of mine growing up. Respect to his family, Geddy and Alex. Rest in Peace, Neil. We will always love you and remember you. Thank you, Fil, for sharing this excellent performance of my favorite drummer, Neil Peart.
THANK YOU, FIL!!! A wonderful, well deserved tribute to a legend. I played drums briefly, but had no idea of all the elements you so intelligently pointed out. Deepest sympathy to Neil's family, Alex & Geddy, and all who loved Neil. You will live in eternity, Professor...
Neil was a great drummer and he will be sadly missed my friend😥
Thank-you 'Wings of Pegasus' for giving such a respectful and accurate analysis of the Great Neil Peart!! He lived!!
A Canadian Rock Icon, an integral part of our great Power Trio, Rush. Amazing drummer and lyricist for Geddy and Alex. 40+ years together, giving us the soundtrack of multiple generations. THAT’S a legacy to leave behind. 🇨🇦🤘🤘
A prog rock band with a string of continuous best selling albums behind only The Beatles and the Rolling Stones. That just boggles the mind. 40 years of supreme musicianship underpinned by the lyrics & drumming of Neil.
Thank you Fil. An amazing analysis of Neil’s performance. He and his music will live on in the memory of so many people around the world. Rock on .
Good analysis, Fil. Neil was a phenomenal drummer. I once hear him say, “I wasn’t talented. I was relentless!” He was always trying to improve his technique. It shows!
Fil, I’ve watching a lot of Neil Peart isolated drum tracks. Because of the nature of Rush songs, stops and starts, tempo and key changes, would it be fair to say that Neil did not improvise very much? Or the rest of the band for that matter.
Breathtaking! I didn't know drums could be so singing and moving. - Thank you, Fil, for showing, sharing, caring! Your musicality and its range are immense!
Devastating, crushing news for this Neil Peart fan. As a fellow drummer i of course worship at the alter of Peart; but it was Neil's lyrics that really spoke to me and touched me the most. I was in the habit of bringing Rush lyrics for my Literature and English professors to read. Needless to say they were very impressed. Thanks Neil for sharing your gifts with the world.
Fil, definitely one of the best descriptions of Neil's playing styles. Thank you for braking it on down.
Full props Fil for remembering such an outstanding drummer. Canada has lost one of its most beloved talented sons. RIP Neil
Thanks for putting that together Fil - what a great testament to a truly lovely human being and an inspiration to so many people.
I don't care what people say or think, he is the GOAT(GREATEST OF ALL TIME). I already miss you Neil. RIP
Hey Fil, great job on this tribute and thankyou for covering all aspects of this incredible drummer with the class and respect that you allways do . R.I.P Mr. Peart , you will be missed
WOW. Can't help but smile watching that performance.
thanks for this, Fil.
i never caught the Rush "thing", but this "In Memoriam" has shown me why so many discriminating listeners were/are so worshipful of them.
Fil, you are the perfect presenter to carry the interested listener through a loss like this. you are such a close listener and an eloquent and generous appreciator of the talents of others.
following you has afforded me much more education and exposure to the magical and far reaching world of music.
i offer you a deep bow of respect.
thanks for this.
you rock, man.