No fancy costumes, no make-up, no spitting blood, no hotel room reckage, no one too drunk to play, no little girl tantrum, no drama. Just 3 guys on top of their game playing inspired music. That's what rock is all about, music!
Wall Street Journal did a business bio on the brown M&Ms of Van Halen, you should read it. I think it was WSJ. Some business publication. Very specific reason that VH did that. @@thomasgilson6206
The most physically talented power trio in the history of rock and roll. Each one an absolute master of their instruments, and true craftsman of songwriting. There will never be another.
All of these bands are great. Rush, ELP, the Police, ZZ Top. Exceptional bands with an incredible body of live and recorded work. I'm in awe of what we can click and watch. Great time to be alive.
All three are on top form in this performance but for me Alex really shines here. His tone is amazing, the solo is fabulous, everything is just stellar. I would have left the show after Rush had played. Nothing can follow that!
@@andrewwalker5974 On January 31, ’69, Led Zeppelin opened for Iron Butterfly, then one of the world’s biggest bands. Led Zeppelin received such a resounding approval from the audience, which Doug Ingle, lead singer for Iron Butterfly decided to scrap the show. Reasons being are that Iron Butterfly was afraid that they can’t produce such an effect on their crowd… in their own concert…in which they are headlining.
saw them at Worchester Centrum--1990--Presto tour---Paul Gilbert/Mr. Big opened. I was struck by all the visuals----and weird videos that played during the concert. It was cool--but noisy. Echo--y. Lots of parking lot--long haired stoners walking around. Not exactly what I expected--I guess I thought it'd involve more math and science or something. But---they were a rock band--lol.
Listen, RUSH was the country we wanted Canada to be from the survivors of failed world before...make time to listen to Neil Peart’s lyrics discerning Christians
WOW!!!! Bob. I couldn't have said it better. I was lucky to have seen them live and I was blown away by this great band and especially, Neil's drumming. The maestro will live on...... in their music. RIP Neil.
You will NEVER hear 3 people in any genre of music sound as good or better than RUSH. Universally admired and respected by every musician from every style of music
Lynyrd skynyrd 1977 at Oakland Colliseum is truly the single most insane live performance in the history of rock .. check it out ... they were the GODS .. and shortly after that a plane crash killed key band members and altered the band forever ... I love RUSH and they are under rated but I doubt anyone in rock will dispute that Lynyrd takes the trophy ..
This 55 year old homegrown American thanks the boys of Rush for so many wonderful memories. Summer of 83 in the Cayman Islands and listening to nothing but the signals album. Spearfishing with no limits or restrictions , living next door to the BAREFOOT MAN George. I couldn’t ask for a better time in my life🙏. Be a good person and keep on ROCKIN’✊
Also 55 and was turned on to RUSH, VH, and YES in 1979 by my 16 yr old babysitter who's dad was a big wig at Capitol Records. By 1981 my best buddy and I were so into Rush, namely 2112 that we turned down 2 free tix to see the Stones at the LA Coleseum with his uncles and a rented Winnebago, because to us it was like cheating on Rush. Never a big Yes fan, but bought the Yes Songs album, and like Rush you have to appreciate the level of musicianship.
@@cowboysfan782008 I worked on the Capitol Records building installing Terrazzo... Also in 91-92 round there I did Eddie and Alex's handprints in Terrazzo In front of the Guitar 🎸 Center in Hollywood...I got to meet them when they stopped by to see the work. Went to Downey High with James Hetfield ✌️
@@user-xh8ii2hj6r That's cool. I knew a couple older people that grew up in the Arcadia/Pasadena area that both saw VH way back when they still played keg party's. I thought Hetfield was Brea Olinda HS class of 81'. Not a big Metalica fan, so could be wrong.
@@cowboysfan782008 How funny...the only time I saw Metallica they weren't Metallica yet it was at a keg party in Norwalk! James went to Downey...he used to walk around playing music in his head with his head bobbing up and down...I never really was a big Metallica fan...I like em now more than I ever did! I was never in to screaming! ✌️
Ken Neuts .....Without doubt.....Without DOUBT!!!....The man came up with some of the most difficult & WILDLY creative guitar parts EVER.....and he seems to make a mistake approximately NEVER.
Sometimes nice guys don't finish last. Sometimes they stay true to who and what they are and end up w/one of the largest and most loyal fan bases ever - while reaching the R&R Hall of Fame. Their music continues to age well. RIP Neil. Missed and never forgotten.
Loved them in high school, we were even referred to as Rush boys, the entire group of us who enjoyed Rush sound. It was early 80s and now, I just turned 57 and still love the band and this song. So good, every time I hear that guitar in a beginning and right away it is mesmerizing how amazing this will be, this song and memories that go with it. Timeless and ageless music.
@@natev1956 Seen Rush at the since long burned down Summer Gardens in Port Dover Ontario along with Max Webster and Dan Hill. I also watched them play at BCI (Brantford Collegiate Institute - A local high school) a year later. I was a Rush fan long before anyone even knew who Rush was. Sadly there were no cell phones or video devices back then to capture the moment. At least I can still remember it at 65 years old. No band has ever stuck with me as much as this local Ontario band called Rush.
@@DaveBuildsThingsI first saw them on the Fly by Night tour, opening for Nazareth. Who could have known they’d leave such a legacy? And a damn nice set o dudes, as well!
I went to a Rush concert, and got my laundry done. :P Sure sad about Neil's passing. A giant on drums, a great lyricist, fantastic musician, and just a really nice bloke!
I know what you mean, I was brought up on music like this thanks to my parents, who have also passed on, this is what got me into music, I remember air guitaring to Witch Hunt as a toddler in the early 80s
@@Thunda1986 True. And one has to be lucky enough to find the "right" band to be in. RUSH was the perfect vehicle for Neil and he for them. You probably can find a 13 year old Japanese girl on YT that can play his parts note for note, but could she have written them and lyrics too?? No!
He does so much in just this one song, I'm sad he never let anyone know about his condition, like he didnt trust his fans to give him support thru it :(
I can't still believe I was there in 2003. it was an awesome festival "SARSStock", one of the best I've ever been in my life with The Rolling Stones, AC DC, Rush and The Guess Who at the Downsview Park in Toronto, it was one day before my 23th birthday... What a day to remember !
detonator2112, (160) is considered a Genius level, but Neil was close but sorry not genius IQ. Neil Peart IQ Score: 150 | Celebrity IQs. The average score on an IQ test is 100. Most people fall within the 85 to 114 range. Any score over 140 is considered a high IQ. A score over 160 is considered a genius IQ.
@@OTCRock4one 70-79 Cognitively Impaired 80-89 Below average intelligence 90-110 Average intelligence 111-120 Above average intelligence 121-130 Gifted > 130 Very Gifted Percieved IQ
He puts it differently. He said he kept learning throughout his musical life. I am glad that some, like Todd Suchermam, have decided to follow where he led.
The thing that blew me away about Rush shows was the joy. People left their egos and cynicism at the door and were JOYFUL. Although I'm saddened by their departure and Neil's death, I feel incredibly grateful and fortunate for having experienced their magic.
Ryan, my old boss was a huge Rush fan... He said they came through here in Tulsa Oklahoma back in the early 80s and there was literally 100 people in the entire arena. He was worried they would cancel the show, but instead Rush played for 3 solid hours as if there were 30,000 people present. Best show he ever saw.
So true! They loved what they did and their joy was contagious. Rush fans are so chill. I have been going to every concert of theirs since Roll the Bones and I have NEVER seen a fight at any of them!
@@BobbyGeneric145 That is freaking insane! I would love to see a recording of that show. It doesn't surprise me coming from these gentleman though. They are very humble dudes.
I agree 110%. I see SOOO many comments on different bands/musicians on how they are "So underrated" ....and they'll be talking about people that are ALWAYS getting accolades from just about EVERYONE....... THIS is finally a case where I think you can say that Alex is criminally underrated......I very rarely hear his name brought up when discussing great rock guitarists.....and I don't know why.....he is an extremely talented player.....unless maybe he just gets overshadowed by Neil (RIP) and Geddy? Either way.....I'd like to see his name in far more "great rock guitarist" conversations......Not to mention he seems like a great guy personally, too.
but he isnt ,its just it was long ago,there was a time all 3 were in the best lists all the time,Alex is recognized by his peers which means way more...
I can't tell you how many times I have watched this performance and it stills amazes me! Simply put musicians are rarely this good at their instruments! What a perfomance and incrdeible sound
They fill the space where the bass amplifiers would be. Somewhere along the line, Geddy started running his bass directly to the soundboard and to the PA system.
How they start out with the Stone's "Paint it Black," which musically and magically transforms to "Spirit of Radio" is SO ROCKING...IT HURTS...LOL! LOVE THIS PERFORMANCE.
@@mikewelch4673 Listening to this song from 1:50 on it seems that Journey - Don't Stop Believin' is a rip of this song :) (did not go through all the comments if anybody else spotted this)
There's a petition fully signed to put one at Lakeside Park in St. Catherines, Ontario. It's literally twenty minutes from my house and I'm in New York State. ... I live on the border in Niagara Falls.
@@doogan1971 I think Geddy unknowingly dropped hints about Neil. Every time someone asked him about Neil in interviews, he seemed to get a bit down. I think he knew about it and tried his best to keep it a secret
the best , the best one of the best drummer in the world they geddy lee is Jewish they have alot of talent their songs do speak of people nerds not fighting in
The overwhelming human tragedy in this is that a young daughter has lost her father, a wife has lost her husband, parents have lost their son and siblings have lost their brother. We grieve for our loss, but theirs is by far the greater. Neil Peart. What comes to mind? Integrity, honesty, loyalty, humility, compassion - all things that make a good human being. The talent was on loan from a higher power, but he had the spirit for that blessing to be bestowed upon him. Thank you Neil. Alex and Geddy, thank you for the opportunity you gave him to follow his passion. We are forever grateful.
Nice Eulogy. Just one thing I have to say though is HE lost his Daughter and Wife a long time ago. Read the book ""Ghost Rider"" (excellent) I can't write all that it's aboutb, but basically Neil travelled 55,000 miles on the back of his bike in 16 months in search of himself and a reason to live after he lost his daughter and wife😢
@@rhoho2217 I'm feeling hostility in your reply. My comment wasn't meant to be sarcastic at all. I really meant ""nice Eulogy"" it was written nicely. I didn't know that you were talking about his second wife and daughter. But anyway that book is fantastic.
With RUSH, their rock is like funky rock. It has a real rhythm to it. It's not hard edged, which I find grates on my brain, sometimes. One of THE best rock bands in the World
I just can't stop watching this. Must have watched it at least 50 times so far. These guys are rock wizards! One of the greatest live performances I think I've ever seen. I saw them in Worcester, MA in 1994. I didn't realize how lucky I was at the time. These guys are truly a gift to the world!
Centrum was a great venue for Rush also Boston, just big enough to have an good view everywhere. The Garden was atrocious to see them but good sound . First concert 1980 last concert I saw was 99 an concussion took away my ability to ever see them live again .
Now, I live in a rehabilitation center and am planning to buy a CD player. When I do, I am buying "Permanent Waves" for a 3rd time, along with "Clockwork Angels." RUSH makes me happy! 🤗 RUSH is my favorite band of all time! 😍
I was once driving in a city in the North of England, it was summer, got window down and I'm rockin Tom Sawyer at concert volume. Guy in car behind me in slow moving traffic, purposely cuts into the bus lane to my left, so he could pull up to my left window, to ask, who the hell is that? It's AWESOME, he was a young Indian /Asian guy. I told him, the song and the band, he thanked me and said, he's checking them straight out when he gets home. I was so proud, that hearing a Rush tune being blasted out, hearing the amazing drum fills and pure rhythmic punch, that it moved someone to have to have THAT band in their life. Yeah, I was proud to share Rush.
I had the same thing happen to me in Alaska but it was a Tragically Hip song in the early 90’s... a bunch of Winnipeg kids in a hockey tournament had the the music stores sold out over night because we were playing hip at a party.. made me proud.
When I first heard this song, I imagined an entire backing band, multiple guitars, etc. For ONE man to create both rhythm and lead at the same time is astounding. For three men to create multilayers of this sound is more so. Good lord. How? How do they do this?
Amazing they still had so much enthusiasm playing a 1980 song, and ferociously! Geddy and Alex, so underrated (except with us, the fans)......Neil was just a beast! Cool Stones intro to boot.
They could barely stand this song so they made a point of enjoying mocking it while playing it. Fitting S it was a mockery of the pop rock genre in and of itself!
I came here after hearing of Neil's passing. We've lost a monumental talent, a real hero to millions although he hated the concept of fame. We will miss the wisdom and the wit, the precise musicianship but the songs, books and memories will remain. Rest in peace Neil. And thanks.
Neil set the bar as to how good a drummer can get when I was just starting out playing the drums I think around 1973-74 till today I can't think of any other rock drummer that I wanted to be as good as. . .the guy just blew my mind more and more as they released each album he also had some really impressive drum kits that looked like you needed three people to play them! Needless to say he had quite the impression on me and every body that I know especially if you knew how complex his style of playing really was . . .all you gotta do is get a drum set and some sticks sit down and just try to play like him I know that there are some very talented drummers out there that can probably duplicate him but there will never be another Neil Peart it's just not possible . . Rest in peace and thank you
When something we love & is near and dear to our hearts is suddenly gone 4 ever = heartache . So I raise my glass to Neil Peart #1 4 ever. Accept no substitutes
Too many glorious memories flood my mind no matter what RUSH song is, playing. What a legendary time & just perfect music, in my opinion! Continue to Rest In Peace For All Eternity Mr. Peart! We will NEVER forget ANY of you! Thank you for the decades of such impactful music! 🎶
My god....one of the greatest bands to ever exist. A 3 piece rock band with such an astounding sound. I'm 66 now and I grew up in the 70's and was a massive progressive rock fan. I loved Genesis, Yes, ELP etc. etc. Then these guys came along and they blew me away. Rush are right up there with the bands I mentioned. BRILLIANT!!!!!!!
I was there. Imagine seeing Neil Peart meeting and shaking hands with Charlie Watts right there from The Rolling Stones. The 2 greatest drummers in the WORLD. Then Rush breaks into such a strong but tasteful version of ‘Paint It Black’. Neil, playing Charlie’s song with such respect and effort. Such power from just 3 musicians. It made me so proud to be Canadian, to see our best band projecting to half a million people. I’ve kept the photo of Neil and Charlie shaking hands. Both the top of their class, and against all odds in the music industry- both are mild mannered and do not seek out fame. You have never heard of either of them in the news for outlandish behavior. And now - tragically, both have passed away. I count myself so lucky to have been here.
No cell phones and a Canada much different from today. So much can change in 20 years but, this moment in time is forever and so is the incredible music. Thank you Geddy, Alex, and the professor…NIEL PEART RIP 🙏 you are THE best drummer in history. You made us proud 🤘🇨🇦
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No fancy costumes, no make-up, no spitting blood, no hotel room reckage, no one too drunk to play, no little girl tantrum, no drama.
Just 3 guys on top of their game playing inspired music. That's what rock is all about, music!
and No Brown M&M's !
Right on!
Wall Street Journal did a business bio on the brown M&Ms of Van Halen, you should read it. I think it was WSJ. Some business publication. Very specific reason that VH did that.
@@thomasgilson6206
Ya just 3
Trailer Park Boys kept them down to earth.
I don't usually listen to RUSH but when I do, so does the whole neighborhood.
Best comment on here and I do the same.
@@deankelley3026 exact the same comment with me ( sorry for my bad english )
Ok that was funny! Thanks for making me smile. 😀
Dude. Yup.
and we wash our clothes too!
The most physically talented power trio in the history of rock and roll. Each one an absolute master of their instruments, and true craftsman of songwriting. There will never be another.
I wonder how many calories they burned doing an average show.
@Rich Bridges Police ?
ZZ Topp
I was cheering your post on until I read the last line. Now I’m just a mess of tears. Because you are 100% correct.
All of these bands are great. Rush, ELP, the Police, ZZ Top. Exceptional bands with an incredible body of live and recorded work. I'm in awe of what we can click and watch. Great time to be alive.
Alex is the most criminally underated guitar player in history. Simply amazing.
All three are on top form in this performance but for me Alex really shines here. His tone is amazing, the solo is fabulous, everything is just stellar. I would have left the show after Rush had played. Nothing can follow that!
Actually, AC/DC followed that. Would you have really left?
Fuck yeah!!! AC/DC SUCKS!!!!
@@andrewwalker5974 On January 31, ’69, Led Zeppelin opened for Iron Butterfly, then one of the world’s biggest bands. Led Zeppelin received such a resounding approval from the audience, which Doug Ingle, lead singer for Iron Butterfly decided to scrap the show. Reasons being are that Iron Butterfly was afraid that they can’t produce such an effect on their crowd… in their own concert…in which they are headlining.
@@adampanarella9197yeah u do quite often
No explosions ..no laser lights ...not 50 dancers on stage.. just kick ass musicianship
And a bunch of washing machines...
@@paulp9274 They might be Dryers :O
What's wrong with laser lightss
colour run a huge problem
Just pure talent and hard work rolling off stage like marine fog. I was thrilled to see all the young people in the crowd. Rush is timeless.
These guys are so efficient they even get their laundry done while rocking out.
Bravo on that post :) Funny
Fokin eh man ^5
Seriously why the washing machines? Are they the sponsors or something?
@@sridharsinghal1232 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geddy_Lee#Unique_stage_equipment
But they mixed whites and the red shirts
Rush sounds like a band played by six musicians instead of three. Always amazing.
I feel the sound is cleaner with their 3. Bands with 6 it can interfere and play over the top of each other.
The paint it black lead in is perfect. Most technically proficient band ever by a factor of 10
King Crimson has entered the chat.
the best thing to come from king crimson was some of their members working with allan holdsworth. king crimson severely overrated
I’m guessing it was a salute to the Stones who were the headliners that day.
Awesome. Even better if Geddy would have sang this.
A nod to the Stones who would take the stage after Rush and ac⚡dc
If you never saw Rush live, I am truly sorry
forgedby2112 :(((
in case you donk kow it, this vido is a composite of Rollig STon and soem cover band and vedoes effects.
saw them at Worchester Centrum--1990--Presto tour---Paul Gilbert/Mr. Big opened. I was struck by all the visuals----and weird videos that played during the concert. It was cool--but noisy. Echo--y. Lots of parking lot--long haired stoners walking around. Not exactly what I expected--I guess I thought it'd involve more math and science or something. But---they were a rock band--lol.
Listen, RUSH was the country we wanted Canada to be from the survivors of failed world before...make time to listen to Neil Peart’s lyrics discerning Christians
Enjoyed the show nothing negative-RUSH-get it?
"Dont be sad the man died. . . Be happy the man lived." R.I.P Maestro.
Update: Ok, guess we can be both. :'-)
HEAR HEAR !
GOD SENT THE BEST TO US AND WANTED HIM TO COME BACK HOME
Celebrating his life. Love your comment.
Amen
Great comment!!!
WOW!!!! Bob. I couldn't have said it better. I was lucky to have seen them live and I was blown away by this great band and especially, Neil's drumming. The maestro will live on...... in their music. RIP Neil.
You will NEVER hear 3 people in any genre of music sound as good or better than RUSH. Universally admired and respected by every musician from every style of music
Apart from green day
They are absolutely amazing.
Nirvana?
Lynyrd skynyrd 1977 at Oakland Colliseum is truly the single most insane live performance in the history of rock .. check it out ... they were the GODS .. and shortly after that a plane crash killed key band members and altered the band forever ... I love RUSH and they are under rated but I doubt anyone in rock will dispute that Lynyrd takes the trophy ..
Can't agree more bro or woman
This 55 year old homegrown American thanks the boys of Rush for so many wonderful memories. Summer of 83 in the Cayman Islands and listening to nothing but the signals album. Spearfishing with no limits or restrictions , living next door to the BAREFOOT MAN George. I couldn’t ask for a better time in my life🙏. Be a good person and keep on ROCKIN’✊
Lucky you!
Eric Underwood Class of 81 Downey High school California USA ♥️🇺🇲✌️
Also 55 and was turned on to RUSH, VH, and YES in 1979 by my 16 yr old babysitter who's dad was a big wig at Capitol Records. By 1981 my best buddy and I were so into Rush, namely 2112 that we turned down 2 free tix to see the Stones at the LA Coleseum with his uncles and a rented Winnebago, because to us it was like cheating on Rush. Never a big Yes fan, but bought the Yes Songs album, and like Rush you have to appreciate the level of musicianship.
@@cowboysfan782008 I worked on the Capitol Records building installing Terrazzo...
Also in 91-92 round there I did Eddie and Alex's handprints in Terrazzo In front of the Guitar 🎸 Center in Hollywood...I got to meet them when they stopped by to see the work.
Went to Downey High with James Hetfield ✌️
@@user-xh8ii2hj6r That's cool. I knew a couple older people that grew up in the Arcadia/Pasadena area that both saw VH way back when they still played keg party's. I thought Hetfield was Brea Olinda HS class of 81'. Not a big Metalica fan, so could be wrong.
@@cowboysfan782008 How funny...the only time I saw Metallica they weren't Metallica yet it was at a keg party in Norwalk!
James went to Downey...he used to walk around playing music in his head with his head bobbing up and down...I never really was a big Metallica fan...I like em now more than I ever did! I was never in to screaming! ✌️
Indeed a sad day for Rush fans everywhere as we hear of Neil Peart's passing. The greatest rock 'n roll drummer ever. Period.
Indeed a very sad day! RIP professor
Timmy's Tips RIP, the best
Angus Young lifted that lick for Thunderstruck
Here Here. So Lucky to have seen them. 1979.
what a great drummer/musician
Been a Rush fan for 40 years. Still, to this day, I am astounded at the sound three guys can produce. It's mind blowing
same
So true, make me proud to be a Canadian.
Im 61 they still blow my mind.
I saw them in '78 in NYC and was completely blown away that three guys could make so much music, just like you say. Incredible. Rock on.
Notjing. Is sAme. Without you. Gary. Moore
Neil Pert.......GOAT.❤
RIP brother❤
I've always been amazed that just 3 band members can produce all that full sound. Great band.
Check out Exciter, Ironically a 3 piece, and from Canada
That’s exactly what I told the friend I was with the first time seeing them live in Montreal in the 90s at the Fomum
2019 anyone? Still Rush!
Hell yeah buddy 🎤😄
No one as tight. No one as put together like Rush.
relungwikanti Yes!!!
Still listening!
feb 16,2019 rockin out friday night! RUSH FOREVER!
alex lifeson is truly one of the most underrated lead guitarists that never gets enough credit for his capabilities. great guitarist
Ken Neuts .....Without doubt.....Without DOUBT!!!....The man came up with some of the
most difficult & WILDLY creative guitar parts EVER.....and he seems to make a mistake approximately NEVER.
Jimmy Page praised him back in 1974 in Rolling Stone--but yeah. He did nerdy prog rock--but his chops were up to Zep 60s jam blues quality too.
I think he does, he's up there as legendary. Lot of progressive guitarists and other players gives this man props.
Well stated!😎
Very slow tho
Sometimes nice guys don't finish last. Sometimes they stay true to who and what they are and end up w/one of the largest and most loyal fan bases ever - while reaching the R&R Hall of Fame. Their music continues to age well. RIP Neil. Missed and never forgotten.
Loved them in high school, we were even referred to as Rush boys, the entire group of us who enjoyed Rush sound. It was early 80s and now, I just turned 57 and still love the band and this song. So good, every time I hear that guitar in a beginning and right away it is mesmerizing how amazing this will be, this song and memories that go with it. Timeless and ageless music.
I still get compelled to holler a good “WOOOOOOOOOOOO” at the top of my lungs every time it ends whenever it come on in my car out of appreciation!
Only true Rush nerds truly appreciate the band.
@@natev1956 Seen Rush at the since long burned down Summer Gardens in Port Dover Ontario along with Max Webster and Dan Hill. I also watched them play at BCI (Brantford Collegiate Institute - A local high school) a year later. I was a Rush fan long before anyone even knew who Rush was. Sadly there were no cell phones or video devices back then to capture the moment. At least I can still remember it at 65 years old. No band has ever stuck with me as much as this local Ontario band called Rush.
@@DaveBuildsThingsI first saw them on the Fly by Night tour, opening for Nazareth. Who could have known they’d leave such a legacy? And a damn nice set o dudes, as well!
I am 64 and I LOVE RUSH!!!! I have been a loyal fan for years!!!
I went to do laundry and a Rush concert broke out.
I went to a Rush concert, and got my laundry done. :P
Sure sad about Neil's passing. A giant on drums, a great lyricist, fantastic musician, and just a really nice bloke!
@@audunisaksen4670 I know. I just heard about it today on Rick Beatos channel. So sad.
And then, i just found out Neil Peart just passed away. True story !
@@shanghunter7697 Yeah.....sad day.
Yeah, why the washing machines??
Three nerds that rocked the freaking world!!!
A part of my childhood has died. Rest in peace Neil Peart
Gave me chills reading your post, so cool everyone here loves this band we call Rush
Me too man.. Rush was my life, in my preteen years.
Yep. Makes one reconsider what a “nerd” is!
I know what you mean, I was brought up on music like this thanks to my parents, who have also passed on, this is what got me into music, I remember air guitaring to Witch Hunt as a toddler in the early 80s
I feel the same, way. I'm so sad
I don't think another drummer will ever come close to Neil.. Rest In Peace.. Greatest drummer ever.
With Bonham,,.. ! never forget the greats.
There's thousands that can play like him, but they'll never have his mind
Buddy Rich?
@@jackmurray764 I'm glald someone elsle noticed that. Buddy never had the chance to play with a kit like Neil. Watch his "impossible solo".
@@Thunda1986 True. And one has to be lucky enough to find the "right" band to be in. RUSH was the perfect vehicle for Neil and he for them.
You probably can find a 13 year old Japanese girl on YT that can play his parts note for note, but could she have written them and lyrics too?? No!
The professor was the best drummer ever 😢
Two years later and my heart still aches. Thank goodness the music and Neil’s brilliance lives on!
So happy we’re alive to see his brilliance & talent !!!!
Lucky we are 🤗🥁
@@MikeDMC2 fin A
Indeed!!! 😭😭😭😭😭
He does so much in just this one song, I'm sad he never let anyone know about his condition, like he didnt trust his fans to give him support thru it :(
A lot of pain still
2020 RIP Neil Peart sad day for the music world
The best drummer I ever saw
Me too saw him at r40 most recent and did not fail to amaze me by far the G.O.A.T in my eyes
RIP. A sad loss
😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
Literally! 🎶
Three musicians at the pinnacle of their game. Neil Peart's drumming is off the scale. Incredible group. RIP Neil.
I fondly remember listening to 2112 in the 70s. No better album to experience while stoned as a kid!
Far to often Alex is overlooked due to Neil's greatness, but truly one of the greatest guitarist and my personal favorite. Rush lives on forever.
Well like Getty Lee is a bystander, one of the greatest bassist of All time.
Certainly, but do not forget how good Neil was, that is why that happens
Kinda hard to overlook when there is only three of you...
@@pierrchagnon7016 can't think of another musician let alone bass player who can sing and play like geddy.
it's too not to; but, yeah. they were ALL perfect.
Me: Son! Is that you playing Spirit of Radio at this time of night?
My son: Yes, dad.
Me: Well TURN IT THE HELL UP!!!!!
Rush is forever
LOL. xD
LMAO 😂👍🎸🎹🥁💃
I can't still believe I was there in 2003. it was an awesome festival "SARSStock", one of the best I've ever been in my life with The Rolling Stones, AC DC, Rush and The Guess Who at the Downsview Park in Toronto, it was one day before my 23th birthday... What a day to remember !
Lucky you for being in this concert Miguel from Laredo Texas 🙏
I was there too. Must have been 30 bands at least that day.
Few have taken such care at their craft. I'm so thankful to be alive at the same time as these 3.
The great Rush can play to half a million people in their hometown and get their laundry done at the same time.
John Pelletier they cooked their dinner during time machine
multi-tasking
John Pelletier, I just hope that they used colour catcher in their washing machines.
John, they're in no rush either.
Alex have been eating too much of dinner recently ...
Neil Peart was more than just a musician. He was an extraordinary genius.
detonator2112, (160) is considered a Genius level, but Neil was close but sorry not genius IQ.
Neil Peart IQ Score: 150 | Celebrity IQs. The average score on an IQ test is 100. Most people fall within the 85 to 114 range. Any score over 140 is considered a high IQ. A score over 160 is considered a genius IQ.
detonator2112 Vinnie Paul Abbot said God on drums
@@OTCRock4one 70-79 Cognitively Impaired
80-89 Below average intelligence
90-110 Average intelligence
111-120 Above average intelligence
121-130 Gifted
> 130 Very Gifted
Percieved IQ
He puts it differently. He said he kept learning throughout his musical life. I am glad that some, like Todd Suchermam, have decided to follow where he led.
Totally agree. His lyrics were phenomenal and worthy of literally prizes.
A lost age. I am so glad I lived thru and experienced the greatest era of Rock & Roll.
How in the world did 3 guys put out such a sound? I cant comprehend it.
Tightest three man band ever. RIP Neil.
Tightest band ever
Joe Wins I don't know about that , that little ole band from Texas is pretty tight as well. ZZ Top.
@@lilorbielilorbie2496 yeh,at least you can headbang and dance to zz top, this mobs all over the place
Give Rory Gallagher a listen. He had a big influence on these boys
@@peterridehalgh1909 I sure will!
The thing that blew me away about Rush shows was the joy. People left their egos and cynicism at the door and were JOYFUL. Although I'm saddened by their departure and Neil's death, I feel incredibly grateful and fortunate for having experienced their magic.
Ryan, my old boss was a huge Rush fan... He said they came through here in Tulsa Oklahoma back in the early 80s and there was literally 100 people in the entire arena. He was worried they would cancel the show, but instead Rush played for 3 solid hours as if there were 30,000 people present. Best show he ever saw.
So true! They loved what they did and their joy was contagious. Rush fans are so chill. I have been going to every concert of theirs since Roll the Bones and I have NEVER seen a fight at any of them!
@@BobbyGeneric145 That is freaking insane! I would love to see a recording of that show. It doesn't surprise me coming from these gentleman though. They are very humble dudes.
Well said
magic is the right word, pure magic
One of the most beautifully-written and HONEST pieces of music ever produced.
Best live Rock video of All Time!
I never understood why Alex Lifeson isn't ever included in top guitarist lists. Dude can shred a guitar as well as anyone.
Also RIP NP
Agreed he can absolutely shred
He is one of EVH's biggest influences, yet he gets no recognition.
I agree 110%. I see SOOO many comments on different bands/musicians on how they are "So underrated" ....and they'll be talking about people that are ALWAYS getting accolades from just about EVERYONE....... THIS is finally a case where I think you can say that Alex is criminally underrated......I very rarely hear his name brought up when discussing great rock guitarists.....and I don't know why.....he is an extremely talented player.....unless maybe he just gets overshadowed by Neil (RIP) and Geddy? Either way.....I'd like to see his name in far more "great rock guitarist" conversations......Not to mention he seems like a great guy personally, too.
but he isnt ,its just it was long ago,there was a time all 3 were in the best lists all the time,Alex is recognized by his peers which means way more...
Tbh i think he is well known. I'm a millennial who has barely listened to Rush but I recognise his name because I play guitar and he's a legend
Thank you, Canada, for giving us the best power trio to ever grace a stage. Good Lord, I love this band.
Your welcome! And enjoy another perfect power trio from just down the street in T.O. I'm speaking of TRIUMPH of course! In~joy!
@@Vizzzionvideos You're welcome, from London Ont.
So well said... !
The Jimi Hendrix experience
SRV and Double Trouble was a 3 piece band for a long time. They never used eletronic instruments
Never will there be a band like Rush, never a boring concert!
It's a rare achievement to sound better live than the studio recording. But the boys hit a home run on that day! Alex was on fire 🔥!
I can't say I care much when an entertainer dies. This news brought tears to my eyes.
Still crying....
Me too
I'm the exact same way. Peace!
guess nobody will care when you die either
😭
3 members just doing it right for this 71 year old.
UFO 👽...
See you soon 😘
Ships if sales man
Aaron's Nolan's
This was your music , i'am 66 ,can't wait to get to 71 and make that statement ,keep rock'in even with ear plugs
I can't tell you how many times I have watched this performance and it stills amazes me! Simply put musicians are rarely this good at their instruments! What a perfomance and incrdeible sound
And with Mozart on the drums. Pure genius.
Things to do today:
Play amazing show for thousands of fans ✔️
Do laundry ✔️
😂😂😂 gettin these done!
And roast chicken
Just throw it in the dryer it'll be fine. LOL.
Little known fact; clothes dryers double as bass amps ;)
laundry gives new meaning to spending quarters making things fresh.
THEY LEGIT HAVE ACTUAL WASHING MACHINES ON STAGE?! I FUCKING LOVE YOU, RUSH!!!
They're special spin cycle amplifiers.
+BubbaZen10 my amps are actually rotisserie chicken powered, great tone!
They get housekeeping done for the next show
stop it, they have too. do you have a chicken that does basting? rock on man
They fill the space where the bass amplifiers would be. Somewhere along the line, Geddy started running his bass directly to the soundboard and to the PA system.
The first time I see washing machines on stage! Excellent! I love Rush! ♥
Best live music clip on UA-cam. There's no one like these guys. Period.
Corey Hart is a much better musician
I totally agree with you. Best live music video on UA-cam!
How are Geddy Lee and Neil Peart always talked about but people barely talk about Alex? He is a phenomenal guitarist!
Ya know I was guilty of the same thing until I was board one day and just decided to dig into Alex. You statement is true
this is the best trio band.
And funny
It's like peoples ears stop working when he plays. I simply don't get it.
People who know talk about him.... He's a rare gem and so innovative...
If you didn't air drum to Rush growing up then your childhood was missing a little something special. RIP Professor 😥
Can still pop on a good set of Headphones cue up this song on the Album and get The Virgin Goosebumps I had when I 1st heard of it !!! 😎
They have played this song thousands of times and they all look like they are having the time of their lives.
How they start out with the Stone's "Paint it Black," which musically and magically transforms to "Spirit of Radio" is SO ROCKING...IT HURTS...LOL! LOVE THIS PERFORMANCE.
They ripped that opening
Wow. I could've almost gone for a full version.
@@mikewelch4673 Listening to this song from 1:50 on it seems that
Journey - Don't Stop Believin' is a rip of this song :)
(did not go through all the comments if anybody else spotted this)
It's Musically Fascinating
so so true.
You will never find a better 3 man band.
KC Chiefs Fan * better band at all
The Police come pretty close.
Cream was worth a listen.
Triumph was pretty great, as were ZZ Top and Zebra
Elp is the super close
This song is a classic, and it will always be played from one generation to another.
Bunch of great rock trios,but none as masterfully talented as RUSH
I'm no Canadian, but have to say that Neil Peart deserves a monument in a prominent place in Toronto, he was a true heritage. RIP man!
A bronze statue of him playing his drums. It's the least we could do.
There's a petition fully signed to put one at Lakeside Park in St. Catherines, Ontario. It's literally twenty minutes from my house and I'm in New York State. ... I live on the border in Niagara Falls.
He was born in Hamilton, Ontario so there should be something there as well.
Go Bills It passed. They’re renaming the pavilion to Neil Peart Pavillion.
Neil Peart Pavilion
1 Lakeport Rd, St. Catharines, ON L2N 5B3, Canada
goo.gl/maps/kVKAZoZ9NbhK1jxi9
I didn't even realize he'd been ill. What a staggering loss. RIP Neil Peart. Definitely one of the greatest of all time!
No one did publicly
@@doogan1971 I think Geddy unknowingly dropped hints about Neil. Every time someone asked him about Neil in interviews, he seemed to get a bit down. I think he knew about it and tried his best to keep it a secret
He's was very private man.
I read that he had been battling cancer for almost 4 years. Such a sad loss. Best drummer to ever pick up a pair of sticks. RIP bud
Scott Russell ... the best
when the dust settles and we all take a long look at the past, RUSH may be crowned as the best band in history
I never heard 12 instruments played at one time sound so good. Only Rush, man!
Three Canadian nerds having fun making music, oh the good times.
the best , the best one of the best drummer in the world they geddy lee is Jewish they have alot of talent their songs do speak of people nerds not fighting in
Nerds do no get pussy, these guys do.
You need to geek out hard over your instrument to reach the level these three are at
b67y8y I think i had a stroke trying to undestand your comment.
They’re not nerds, dork.
The overwhelming human tragedy in this is that a young daughter has lost her father, a wife has lost her husband, parents have lost their son and siblings have lost their brother. We grieve for our loss, but theirs is by far the greater.
Neil Peart. What comes to mind? Integrity, honesty, loyalty, humility, compassion - all things that make a good human being. The talent was on loan from a higher power, but he had the spirit for that blessing to be bestowed upon him. Thank you Neil.
Alex and Geddy, thank you for the opportunity you gave him to follow his passion. We are forever grateful.
Nice Eulogy. Just one thing I have to say though is HE lost his Daughter and Wife a long time ago. Read the book ""Ghost Rider"" (excellent) I can't write all that it's aboutb, but basically Neil travelled 55,000 miles on the back of his bike in 16 months in search of himself and a reason to live after he lost his daughter and wife😢
@@electrablue4220 The Eulogy was about Neil's second wife who he had a daughter with. Both are still alive.
@@rhoho2217
I'm feeling hostility in your reply. My comment wasn't meant to be sarcastic at all. I really meant ""nice Eulogy"" it was written nicely. I didn't know that you were talking about his second wife and daughter. But anyway that book is fantastic.
@William White I'm guessing you don't get invited to a lot of parties.
@William White William didn't take his psych meds and now look whats happened to his brain.
With RUSH, their rock is like funky rock. It has a real rhythm to it. It's not hard edged, which I find grates on my brain, sometimes. One of THE best rock bands in the World
3 magical musical musicians.. Nothing compares! The best ever!
Just so damned good. Brings me to tears, tears of joy when I listen to them. RIP Neil.
Glad I'm not the only one!
Me too, such a great song and band
BEFORE THE END OF THIS CENTURY YOU WILL REST IN PEACE??, NOW YOU REST IN PEACE??
@@11palomito11 ???
RIP
The only band to ever use home appliances as stage props.
I’m sure the roadies are actually putting real washing those machines 😂😂😂
I prefer the rotisserie chickens and feed the audience
Love the concert where they used the heat from the amps to cook rotisserie chickens.
It was that kind of silliness and humility that made them so astounding combined with a level of musicianship few can match!
They used real rotisserie ovens and fed the crew with the chickens.
F'ing brilliant! Got to see them 4 times live. I feel sorry for the future generations.
Just 3 great Canadians doing what they do best....kicking ass
Rush - The only band that does your laundry during a concert.
They can also cook chicken and feed the audience
I just can't stop watching this. Must have watched it at least 50 times so far. These guys are rock wizards! One of the greatest live performances I think I've ever seen. I saw them in Worcester, MA in 1994. I didn't realize how lucky I was at the time. These guys are truly a gift to the world!
I was there at The Centrum. Candlebox opened up for Rush
Counterparts Tour!
Agree 100%! Fabulous performance. Love the Stones intro….
Centrum was a great venue for Rush also Boston, just big enough to have an good view everywhere. The Garden was atrocious to see them but good sound . First concert 1980 last concert I saw was 99 an concussion took away my ability to ever see them live again .
I hear you brother. Im over here in Australia, they never toured here bit I saw them in Seattle 5 years ago.
New Years Eve so many times Maple Leaf Gardens so many memories Thank you Rush!!RIP Neil you the best!
All This machinery making modern music can still be open hearted!
Thanks Rush. Most consistently perfect band for 40 years. I’m glad I lived through all of it, it has been a pleasure.
Alex Lifeson, all too often omitted from the guitar greats conversation even though he smokes 98% of the ones mentioned.
I suspect if he was not Canadian more people would know his name. He's too modest like the lot of them. The guy can play.
Indeed
I know right, he is always flawless yet no one ever claims him as their favorite. He gets no respect. By the way my favorite is Tony Iommi.
FUCK EM
He's mentioned all the time, as he should be.
One of THE best drummers of all time.
Now, I live in a rehabilitation center and am planning to buy a CD player. When I do, I am buying "Permanent Waves" for a 3rd time, along with "Clockwork Angels." RUSH makes me happy! 🤗
RUSH is my favorite band of all time! 😍
I was once driving in a city in the North of England, it was summer, got window down and I'm rockin Tom Sawyer at concert volume. Guy in car behind me in slow moving traffic, purposely cuts into the bus lane to my left, so he could pull up to my left window, to ask, who the hell is that? It's AWESOME, he was a young Indian /Asian guy. I told him, the song and the band, he thanked me and said, he's checking them straight out when he gets home. I was so proud, that hearing a Rush tune being blasted out, hearing the amazing drum fills and pure rhythmic punch, that it moved someone to have to have THAT band in their life. Yeah, I was proud to share Rush.
😊 Great story!
That is a dream for any true Rush fan. Thanks for sharing!
I had the same thing happen to me in Alaska but it was a Tragically Hip song in the early 90’s... a bunch of Winnipeg kids in a hockey tournament had the the music stores sold out over night because we were playing hip at a party.. made me proud.
Singing from the Kings English yyz
Tom Sawyer is the most popular Rush song where am I in Brazil. Of course Rush as done Rock in Rio so they're known here.
When I first heard this song, I imagined an entire backing band, multiple guitars, etc. For ONE man to create both rhythm and lead at the same time is astounding. For three men to create multilayers of this sound is more so. Good lord. How? How do they do this?
Amazing they still had so much enthusiasm playing a 1980 song, and ferociously! Geddy and Alex, so underrated (except with us, the fans)......Neil was just a beast! Cool Stones intro to boot.
It's hardly just another '80s FM hit. The Spirit of Radio is a timeless classic.
They could barely stand this song so they made a point of enjoying mocking it while playing it. Fitting S it was a mockery of the pop rock genre in and of itself!
RUSH is one of those bands that will be with us forever.
Unfortunately I
And the lord looked down upon the suburbs of Toronto and said" I shall make these three wise men the finest of musicians"
Canada…the way it was in all its glory with one of the best bands to ever exist. Perfect. 🤘🇨🇦
The memories this music invokes😮
I came here after hearing of Neil's passing. We've lost a monumental talent, a real hero to millions although he hated the concept of fame. We will miss the wisdom and the wit, the precise musicianship but the songs, books and memories will remain. Rest in peace Neil. And thanks.
he was pure genius RIP
Neil set the bar as to how good a drummer can get when I was just starting out playing the drums I think around 1973-74 till today I can't think of any other rock drummer that I wanted to be as good as. . .the guy just blew my mind more and more as they released each album he also had some really impressive drum kits that looked like you needed three people to play them! Needless to say he had quite the impression on me and every body that I know especially if you knew how complex his style of playing really was . . .all you gotta do is get a drum set and some sticks sit down and just try to play like him I know that there are some very talented drummers out there that can probably duplicate him but there will never be another Neil Peart it's just not possible . . Rest in peace and thank you
totally agree,I feel part of me has gone, but the memories will live with me forever
There will never be another 3-man band like this one.
RIP our beloved drummer.
You are now with your beautiful daughter and wife. ❤❤🥁🥁
I love Rush, Neil, Gredy, Alex...you are the Best🎉
The fucking stars aligned perfectly when these three got together. Rush is like one of those supergroups you hear of. Perfect band!
Paint it black was probably the least complex thing Neil Peart has ever played
You got that right
His tuning is probably more complex than that line
Wait - this isn't the Stones??!? Whaaat?!
sometimes the hardest thing to play is nothing...
There's footage of Charlie Watts tracking down Neil Peart behind the stage. He's a fan.
All three are amazing. RIP Neal. Never gonna be another trio like this. They did Canada proud for sure.
When something we love & is near and dear to our hearts is suddenly gone 4 ever = heartache . So I raise my glass to Neil Peart #1 4 ever. Accept no substitutes
Too many glorious memories flood my mind no matter what RUSH song is, playing. What a legendary time & just perfect music, in my opinion! Continue to Rest In Peace For All Eternity Mr. Peart! We will NEVER forget ANY of you! Thank you for the decades of such impactful music! 🎶
My god....one of the greatest bands to ever exist. A 3 piece rock band with such an astounding sound. I'm 66 now and I grew up in the 70's and was a massive progressive rock fan. I loved Genesis, Yes, ELP etc. etc. Then these guys came along and they blew me away. Rush are right up there with the bands I mentioned. BRILLIANT!!!!!!!
It's almost like they exist just to make other bands look bad...
💖💖💖💖
Wish I could say otherwise but your 100 % right!! 😀🇨🇦
Their musicianship is of the highest skill set .
Wow. Never heard a more spot on comment that that.
You are so right!
I was there. Imagine seeing Neil Peart meeting and shaking hands with Charlie Watts right there from The Rolling Stones. The 2 greatest drummers in the WORLD. Then Rush breaks into such a strong but tasteful version of ‘Paint It Black’. Neil, playing Charlie’s song with such respect and effort. Such power from just 3 musicians. It made me so proud to be Canadian, to see our best band projecting to half a million people. I’ve kept the photo of Neil and Charlie shaking hands. Both the top of their class, and against all odds in the music industry- both are mild mannered and do not seek out fame. You have never heard of either of them in the news for outlandish behavior. And now - tragically, both have passed away. I count myself so lucky to have been here.
No cell phones and a Canada much different from today. So much can change in 20 years but, this moment in time is forever and so is the incredible music. Thank you Geddy, Alex, and the professor…NIEL PEART RIP 🙏 you are THE best drummer in history. You made us proud 🤘🇨🇦
First time I’ve cranked my car radio at the risk of blowing a speaker. Worth it!!!
R.I.P. Neil Peart....I feel sick....Best drummer ever.
Rock on dude 🤘🏿