Rush Answers Your Twitter and Facebook Questions
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- Опубліковано 16 гру 2015
- Prog-rock legends Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson answer fan-submitted questions.
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"I'm Geddy Lee and he's Alex Lifeson"
-"Yes, I'm Alex Lifeson"
Lmao.
This is Ju.... Gord Downie, Gord Downie meet Alex Lifeson
He should've said "No, I'm not" xD
Wow. Didn't know evangelion unit 1 liked rush... me too
Dudes are awkward music nerds just like many of their fans. Love it.
Who is the most talented in the band?
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Alex: Geddy
Geddy: Neil
These people are hilarious
I LOVE THEM SO MUCH!!! ... And yes, they are both funny as shit!!! ...
Gotta love these guys. And it's not hard to see how they could play together for 41 years.
Neil: Neil
Alex is most talented because nobody plays guitar like him., Geddy is the most versatile Neil literate, poetic and top notch percussionist.
100 bucks says that if Neil were there he woulda said "Alex".
Blah, Blah, Blah was the best acceptance speech I have ever heard.
Most fans believe it was to put a thumb in the eye of the RnRHoF but I don't think they will ever admit it. They are such nice guys they let Rolling Stones interview and put them on their cover even after years of not just ignoring them but bashing their music. RS and the RnRHoF can piss off. RUSH RULES.
"Blah, Blah, Blah was the best acceptance speech I have ever heard." The only people who topped him were those who wouldn't show up, such as Jerry Garcia and Ritchie Blackmore. The Sex Pistols' Steve Jones said it was like being informed you had to come to the DMV. He didn't.
I believe if Alex did his speech first, he wouldn't have done that. But since he was last, he went all out. :)
To the point and accurate
@@isaiah5323 A sense of humor is a very individual thing.
Years ago Alex was being interviewed by a radio dude and was asked if he'd ever like to get into writing music for a movie soundtrack. Alex said, "yeah Id love that"....then the radio dude said, "what type of movie would it be.....Alex said "Porn"..........hilarious
It seems like Geddy is the chill, laid-back one, Alex is the goofy one, and Neil was the serious one.
Best. Intro. Ever.
Hi, I'm Geddy Lee and this is Alex Lifeson
Yes, I'm Alex Lifeson
E N J O Y
Alex and Geddy probably knew Neil had brain cancer at this point. They never said a word about it out of respect for their friend/brother/bandmate. Rip Neil
He didn't get the diagnosis until allegedly the latter half of 2016 so he was fine at this point
Nah, Neil was just worn down at this point: drumming takes a bigger toll on your body than playing most other instruments. Dude had been killing it on the drums for 40+ years...nothing lasts forever.
It was three years ago so that would have been late 2016 or early 2017.
LegendaryNoCon We have no way of doing that - we’re not his doctors; we also do not know if he ever had any previous tests...and it’s not like cancer (or illness or any other major life event) was following Neil and decided to nail him as soon as he retired.
Unlike Sully Erna,from Godsmack, who revealed details that he really shouldn't have.Even AFTER Neil passed away.
"Yes, Im Alex Lifeson?" and Im high!
Hes not a rap artist.....
Spectreman hhg&(cm y el de
@Scott Stevens : You have never heard Alex rap ?
If he was the one that rapped in Roll the Bones, still doesnt mean hes a rap artist....
Scott Stevens because every rapper is high
Not ONE ounce of pretentiousness. Very charming guys.
Do these guys even know they are legends? So humble, so real. Thank you RUSH for blowing my musical mind since 1977.
As a longtime Rush fan it's still hard for me to believe and understand just how big they are now. They will always be that unknown band from Canada for me, even though they appear to be as big as the Beatles, Zepp, Floyd, Who, etc. Are they really that big now? That's just crazy.
It's quite evident now why they answered their questions about their future the way they did. R.I.P. Neil. Greatest rock band of all time!
Not quite. We don't know when Neil got sick. I am getting this from the current House of Strombo interview
It was 2017 I think
We all know the real reason alex said blah blah blah during his rock and roll hall of fame speech was just a big middle finger to them all for taking 40 years to induct them after all the bullshit rappers.
Mosin697 Yep. He's had a few things to say over the years about certain nominations.
"after all the bullshit rappers" It's about a lot more than that, the RRHOF people suck amazingly badly and Alex knows it, and Steve Miller knows it, and Gail Zappa knows it, and Johnny Rotten knows it, and Neil Young knows it, and....
I don’t even know why the hell they induct rappers in the the ROCK and roll hall of fame
His "Bla-Blue!" is most definitely a "FU"! And who's head of the RRHOF? Jan Weiner (sp?)-same jerk in charge of Rolling Stone!
>bullshit rappers
Rush put in rap sections in songs. I doubt they'd be mad that Eric B and Rakim got there first
I love Natural Science. The changing melody, the lyrics. One of Rush's under rated songs, I'd say.
Agreed.
"Probably hash... probably hash" haha
Reminded me of the Trailer Park Boys episode where Ricky kidnapped Alex =D
Matej Hoffmann hilarious
"probably"
Had to be on hash a song about trees talking to each other so Neil burned too love these guys
Bill Koonrad ...but trees DO talk to each other
The stark contrast of interview Geddy with his refined soft spoken voice off stage and the screaming banshee he is on stage is hilarious.
Natural Science...YES! I think it's underrated... great song
one of their best
Yes.
"Neil...hahahaha”. No, really, they weren't kidding.
3:05 they knew Neil had cancer. Daamn they hided it well 😔
Lil Homo When Geddy said “It doesn’t look good....” I got a little chill. He seemed almost on the verge of giving more info than he wanted, and covered himself with a little smile.
@@jpow73 yea exactly
They did
Nah, too early. Neil didnt have a diagnosis until sometime in 2016. This was recorded a year before. I think it was just a reference to the other physical issues Neil and Alex were both dealing with.
"Geddy."
"Neil."
Priceless!
I never realized Alex Lifeson is so hilarious. I would love to hang out with that guy.
Could you imagine how cool it would be to go to a bar with him? Or with him, Geddy and Neil!!!?? What a BLAST!! ...
Lerxst !
Catch his cameos on Trailer Park Boys. He's done 3 episodes. Funny funny funny stuff. 😉👍
If you want to see some funny shit go on youtube and search for "still no guitar" Rush, TD Garden Boston
Trailer park boys for sure
Lifelong friends really paid off for their longevity and excellence. And they are super nice guys too. It's awesome to see.
It all makes sense now. Notice for about a year or so they were saying they could possibly do a one-off show or record new songs. After that Geddy would say that Neil had not only retired from touring but from drumming all together.
Am i eeing this right. Every interview they seem laid back,joking and no ego?
+Neil Tipton Aren't they a wonder. The best, no question.
+seekah1 I personally consider RUSH as Family....without the drama of course!! Cheers
True musicians and professionals.
***** That helps if you are Canadian yourself.....me personally it just comes down to who this Trio are as people! Manners never go out of style...Cheers
Ironic comment,
3:02 this broke my heart. You can see in Geddy's eye's the heartbreak, they probably knew about Niels condition at this point.
LMAO I love Alex......."You're talkin' about a RUSH song, right?" LOL I love how easily Geddy laughs at his answer. And at when he says, "The interesting thing is, that everybody remembers my speech." Awesome clip here. Then when Alex says, "Geddy," and Geddy replies with, "Neil." LOL Great stuff.
Yeah I cracked up with that part. lol Rush are freaking awesome!
@@atranfanatic Aye, that was such an awesome answer. Alex is hilarious (as are the other two but Alex has the goofy style nailed!)
@@tested211 Yeah but sadly only two left now. :(
Alex is a very funny dude. The Immigrant Song... Only true Zeppelin fans would get that one.
I assume he was referring to the solo on the How The West Was Won version, which was amazing.
Nahh i'm pretty sure it was a joke
OH dammit. That is funny as hell !
alex is a master troll, got me thinking like, where in the hell is that solo in immigrant song.. I even played it in my head and then I was like.. oops, alex did it again
Well, assuming that they were referring to the solo of Stairway to Heaven from the Song Remains the Same soundtrack (wich I think is the best), maybe I think Alex wasn´t joking about Immigrant Song´s solo, but I´m not sure...
I know Neil was not an interview-type person, but not seeing him in even this clip when he was still with us hits so hard now that he’s gone and is very bittersweet...
"You're talking about a Rush song, right?"
Lmao!!!
they are so cute!! is like if they were still in their 20's
they are always like that
Am I the only one that think Geddy is so sexy still...Alex isn't bad looking either
Only cus theyre Millionaires otherwise yould not even look twice at them
kenya coleman When was Geddy ever sexy?
@@majortom4711 I know he got less dorky the older he got.
I wish someone had asked Alex if he planned to do more acting. Now that Rush is over, I hope to see him in more projects. He's really got natural comedic ability.
he surely does.....he is trully funny
“I can’t speak for everybody” that meant so much more than it seemed.
That one question bout touring again Geddy face tells everything that was going on with Neil and Geddy knew it was over. We all still miss you Neil ❤✌🙏
I've seen both of them in a ton of interviews and they are as humble and normal as two people could be.
Dudes are simply the coolest ever. I'm so blessed to have grown up with them!
Geddy Lee is so diplomatic....
These Canadians are the nicest people, in many legendary Rock band there were conflicts between bandmates that lead to fights or even worse, separations, Lennon/Mcartney, Slash/Axl....., But Rush, beside their amazingly individual talent, they respect each other so much, you can feel how Geddy still wanna tour and make records but he respects Neil and Alex s decision and they are still friends and hang out with each other even thou they have different opinions about business, and I love how they didn't let that impact on their friendship. RUSH IS SO COOL
First version of the r40 was 4 hours long?! I would've paid more money for that!
what the fuck am i doing i have an essay due in the morning
watching videos on Rush is more important than an essay.
Jacob Middleton I have an essay due in six days lol I'm asking the same question.
David Bondra, INDEED!!! ...
I never realized before how obvious it is that they already had knowledge of Neil’s illness. They’re so professional about it and we never knew. What a group!
So happy Alex said Natural Science, my favorite Rush song ever!
Neil had same cancer i have it is a daily struggle. I am so sad over his loss especially when I found out the cause
I'm sorry you have to go through this Marc. My prayers are with you.
@@andrear1751 thank you it is a tough road
Seem like nice, down to earth guys.
3:03 Alex's face tells the story about what they knew but were not going to tell
They're Canadian that's why they're so funny
I bow down to these music gods.
The Immigrant Song doesn’t have a solo! Ha Ha you are so funny, Alex!
I love Rush so much!!! Love Geddy Lee even more!! He was always supposed to become MY husband, and we were supposed to have at least six little Geddys running around! My dream never came true (sad face) ...
I used to line up in horrible winter weather to get Rush tickets for their New Years eve shows at Maple Leaf Gardens. They deserve to own the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. However, why are The Guess Who not in there also. That is a crime.
At 51 years young, it was so much fun growing up listening to their "albums" and waiting for their tour to hit CT back in the day. I don't think there will ever be band like Rush.
The story of RUSH, is what every musician should know, a band that knew what they wanted, didn’t compromise, became friends as well as band mates, and persevered and made fans the organic way by playing everywhere, and loving what they were doing.
1st of all my condolences to Neil's Family and friends Geddy n Alex and the fans but legends never die.
2ndly I was at the Texas Jam only for Rush who was the main attraction , tho everyone was there...Ozzie...38 Sepecial ...all the way to Brain Adams (they opened for Rush) lol and I Don't remember Alex falling down at all!? Maybe I thought it was part of the act? But I do remember once Alex pulled back really quick and so his guitar became unplugged ( in Dallas Reunion Arena, I think) but Geddy n Neil covered so well that you couldn't hear or tell anything was wrong at all! This is how Fantastic Rush is at the live shows. That prompted me to invent a new plug for guitars ... I love natural science too but La vila strangiato spl? is also awesome and 2112 and all albums after that.
I love it when they tell their favorite songs cuz they are mine too. In fact beside Rush I've been to Pink Floyd concerts..
Geddy was visibly upset about knowing they'll never go on the road again...
Sorry for a long post....Thanks for sharing.
The most humble musicians in rock-n-roll.
Geddy, I notice in what every country you were in you tried to at least learn a greeting, I think thats aweseome. I been a fan since 1978, and a bass player. Im 60 and still love my rush
I remember Alex's speech because it's the only where I remember every word said.
Please never stop making music...
They won't/aren't. Music is their art, and whether or not they tour as Rush or not, they will still make music.
I hope they'll never stop before there all dead, they will never die
@@aylbdrmadison1051 Yes, they have. Neil has health issues and can no longer play drums. Alex has severe arthritis as well. They won't ever tour or make albums again.
Glad I saw them..... 6 times.
Based Bear this was all typed 1 year ago. R.i.p Neal Peart . Make sure you see your Favorite bands and visit your Favorite people !
@@josteinv.jordet257 :0
It's funny to see rolling stone ass kissing rush now days. From 2000 back to late 70's every rolling stone rush album review was negative. I'm glad that rush can look past that cause I cant. Rolling Stone is as bad as MTV!
Critics listen with their eyes, look with their noses, and smell with their ears.
fanboys are the lifeless assholes who pay money for the privilege to adore their pop gods, who in turn take their fans' money to fence them out of their lives and homes. now thats smart
Rolling stone magazine doesn't even make good toilet paper.
@panda44r rock journalism is largely people who can't write, interviewing people who can't think, writing for people who can't read
@panda44r true, I was generalizing. There are intelligent rock stars. For the most part though, I like what I like, the critics don't influence me. For every intelligent musician like the guys in Rush or the late Frank Zappa, there's a hundred idiots like Steven Tyler. Love his tunes, but he needs to shut up
Lost it at "Shemp"
It's the better punchline but Larry is the one whose face was superhuman. He took so many slaps from Moe that the skin on his cheeks grew calluses and became tough as leather.
lol, Alex acts like Shemp, it doesn't surprise me. He has more of a Moe haircut, though. Wonder if he's a 3 stooges fan?
3:13 so sad we would know years later why they can't tour... love these guys they're the best.
Well, that interview was in 2015. Neil wasn't diagnosed glioblastoma until a year later, but even as far back as this interview, he was pretty much done with touring.
Alex is such a character
I remember the first interview with Alex and Teddy I ever heard. Around my 13th birthday, in '83, I fell hard in love with music and playing guitar, and Rush quickly became my first favorite band. In '85, when Power Windows came out, they did a promotional appearance on, I think, Rockline, and I heard them speak for the first time. It was such a delight to learn that they were so friendly, funny and down-to-earth. I recorded that interview on my boom box and listened to it several times.
Awesome how they explained how to pronounce Neil’s last name!
Geddy: "We can talk aboot that." I love that Canadian accident. I noticed he makes an effort to say "abowt" in many interviews but sometimes his accent slips through.
Imagine answering a question will you tour again knowing your best friend ain't gonna make it ,just gotta love these guys
Alex cant help but cutup. Favorite solo is in Immigrant Song- which has no solo.😂
Legendary band, hands down
Alex can break anybody up with his humor at any time. I love when he says, "You're talking about a RUSH song, right?"
Alex Lifeson has always been my favorite, he inspired me to play guitar and still does!
Me too, him and Steve Howe were my two idols when I was learning to play.
Geddy wants to keep touring, gigging. He's gotta do it -- it is in his blood. He has to keep going UNTIL it's IMPOSSIBLE - or 'til he drops -- like Glen Campbell, Lemmy, Charles Schultz, Little Richard. Shoot me an email, Ged. ;-)
All my other "fav" bands are either dead broke up or strung out. but RUSH has always been tops. no ego no benders just the best music most talented and humble guys. the best aye!
I can remember when I was a teenager in the late seventies, being exposed to Rush for the first time. They became my band, and me and a group of friends followed them religiously and went to their concerts every time they were in town. But I had to continuously defend Geddy's voice and the band with other friends who preferred bands like Zeppelin, Floyd and Sabbath. I wanted to put Rush on the map! Magazines like Cream and Rolling Stone would barely cover them, but when they did, I would buy the mags and to this day, have all the clippings on Rush from these magazines. It was a glorious time! The first song I ever heard by Rush was a "Farewell To Kings" and when I heard the first lyrics "When they turn the pages of History...." I was hooked!
Great guys, great musicians, great music.........
Man, I know these guys are old enough and big enough to decide to end exactly when they want to, but i so so so hope they do at least one more tour. I dont want to face up to the fact i might have missed ever seeing my favourite band play live.
I'll never forget the first time I heard Rush . . .
. . . What was I talking about ?
Seriously though, Rush will always be near and dear to mine ear.
Two guys best friends since childhood and took over the rock music world behind the curtains.
Neal isn't there because he NEVER does publicity. Now, to the question of WHY he never does publicity? I have a theory: Long ago Neal changed the way we looked at the rock drummer. After the 2112 record we fans of hard rock made Neal the GOAT. The GREATEST OF ALL TIME. This title bestowed upon him was well deserved ; as most of us thought about hard rock drumming differently after it was released. His strength, style, fills, lyrics and showmanship provided a template for all of us who came after. He became a God-like hero to those of us who needed one. He was, and still is to a certain extent, literally worshiped. And therein lies the rub ; How could he balance this unbridled love with the fact that he's just a man? Flesh and blood and bone and skin and bad breath? The answer? He couldn't. So one day, and this is just my belief after watching and listening to him for over 40 years now, he just said enough. No more publicity....No more meet and greets.....No more of putting himself in the position of feeling uncomfortable because of another's fawning behaviors. So he just stopped and told Alex and Getty that they had to do it themselves. They both agreed, partially because they're both hilarious fools who love to talk shit and laugh, but mostly out of their love and respect of him....And also because they think he's the GOAT, too. LOL And, for the record, Neal is a wonderful, kind and giving man. If you ever run into him at a Starbucks or a Safeway just smile and nod. If a conversation organically begins then chat him up about the weather or your car or your job.....just don't tell him how much you admire him because, quite frankly, you really shouldn't tell a complete stranger these things. And remember ; Hes not a GOAT or a God.....he's a man, just like you. LG
Larry.......or...or....he just doesn't like doing pressers. I think you're way overthinking it my friend.
*Neil
Ok Neil, we get it. We will not bother ya mate! ;)
*Geddy
Neil is an introvert. Interviews and being the center of attention isn't his thing.
I witnessed their show in Wichita Kansas maybe 1974 76 they opened for YES ,,Awesome
Man seems like Geddy can't stand the idea of not continuing to play music. Understandably so as music is the single greatest thing the human race has ever conceived! Hope he gets another opportunity to do what he loves with the band he loves
On one hand, I'd love to see them play music again. On the other hand, Clockwork Angels was such an amazing album that I would perfectly happy if that was their last. Sometimes it's better to go out with a bang.
@@mikepuppetz9 As a lifelong Rush fan, totally concur that Clockwork is one of their best. Maybe top 5 album. And i just relistened to it recently (already thought that) and it was reconfirmed.
I remember watching this when it first came out after the 40 tour. I am writing this now 12/19/17, and it hurts to listen to Geddy talk about getting together after the holidays and possibly write some music. I think they already knew Neil wasn't going to be playing anymore, just didn't want to hurt the fans' feelings. I still find myself thinking about "No More RUSH" from time to time...
They gave so much over the years...I suppose it's just time.
PS...remember Geddy doing the "Take Off" song 100 years (OK..1981)? I was just showing my kids the song, and Bob and Doug's 12 days of Christmas. Good stuff...eh? Like, ok...I'm done now.
I thought they stopped touring because Geddy can't sing anymore. That R40 concert video is tough to listen to.
I hope they do play a little more. I don't blame them for not touring, but some jamming or a few studio tracks would be awesome. rush has been one of my favorites since fly by night came out.
Great band
I never get tired of them.
Been an avid fan of these gentlemen since they first came to my hometown (Cleveland) back in '74. Have always admired their courage to stick by their standards and write and perform what gives them joy. I know they're not super public people, especially Mr. Peart; but after all these years I would love to just meet them briefly and thank them for the DECADES of gorgeous music and lyrics they have given the world. What an inspiration for so many!
There is something about Alex that reminds me of Hank from breaking bad
Lmao Hank?! I don't see it at all my friend.
Hank yes, with hair hahahahah
William Shatner, Priceline era.
Really? Hanks a douchebag Alex is cool.
Ye i get you. It's in the face
Alex: Geddy
Geddy: yeah, Neil
I love Cattle Decapitation, Pig Destroyer, Napalm Death and all those hardcore metal bands, but Rush was the band that started it all for me when I was 9 years old and I still love them to death.
I love you Rush
Why are rush videos like this so fun to watch 🤣
Rush actually give great interviews.
One of Alex's favorite guitar solos is in the Immigrant Song? There is no solo in (the original studio release) that song. Always a jokster, that Alex.
+Joe Nelson lol, I wonder how many picked up on that, always the goof, essential balance between Neil and Geddy, their chemistry couldn't be more perfect.
So glad a couple other Page fans caught this, lols.
The Lonely Traveller no he's Alex Lifeson he's talking about the one on III
The biggest disappointment I had was knowing this band a few months ago and not being able to watch any show
Matheus Same! I think I was introduced to them in 2015 and they were almost done touring already :(
I just got into them and yeah it's really disappointing that I can't see em live
same here
I always felt that way about Hendrix.
At least there is a chance you may yet see Rush live.
Same
I'm glad to hear Alex say that. Natural Science has always been my favorite.
Rush rocks! No questions asked!
There's no solo in Immigrant Song. Alex got us again! haha
They are the funniest guys. The Immigrant Song, he’s such a smartass, I love it !
3:21 Canadian alert!
Would love to see Geddy and Alex jamming with Page and JP Jones.
Ugh. Paige is a mess. His playing is pretty sub par these days, his brain is literally fried.
Based Bear no and also his name is Page
@@jami_veret118 , maybe Based Bear is talking about Paige the wrestler WWE? But it's a she...
jack flash lol
These guys are just great. Just regular people that made it big, but stayed the same all along.
I like how Alex said Shemp was his favorite super hero.
Look at those faces aww swak. My heart goes out to you two during this time of loss. It was just so spectacular to witness all three of you in stage. Bless you . I adore the band so much. Liz
I hate to be selfish even now, after Neil's passing, but 3:13 hit me like lightening bolt. So glad I got to see them live years ago.
Hi guys. I've been listening to your music since 78. You've been guiding me and inspiring me and you still are. BTW Alex, my fave song is Natural Science too.
Right on Alex! Natural Science is my favorite Rush song! Then following it is Cygnus X-1 Part I & II/Hemispheres as well as The Fountain Of Lamneth!
My top 3 is almost like yours, same order, but 2112 is my favourite
Right, nothing but masterpieces
*plays Hold Your Fire*
hold your fire is a fantastic album i don't understand the hate
atranfanatic The Fountain Of Lamneth - The most underrated Rush song ever.
ColdfacekillerJr KonekoToujouFan As Jazz Fusion record it ranks as a masterpiece. Give that album another listen. The drum solo on Mission is fantastic. There is some great bass work on that album but you have to listen for it. Get over the "Oh my God it's keyboards and strings and a choir...lame!"
If Rush kept playing what everyone wanted them to play every album of theirs would've sounded like their first album. And that gets damn boring after awhile. There would be no: Subdivisions, 2112, Cygnus X-1, Distant Early Warning or Xanadu.
hahaha " Alex's "Blah Blah Blah " just destroyed me when I heard it! Completely described all the vacuous bullshit standardized speeches from all kinds of awards and inductions. It was a middle finger without being unpolite! True genius!