Hey Garey, I've seen a lot of reactions to Neil's drumming, and many of them are drummers. You are the first to point out his styles, like, paradiddles, triplets, quads, two-up-two-down, and so on. I'm not a drummer, I am a piano player, classically trained, but your approach is fascinating. Thank you.
Say them 13 times starting with the opening show of the Roll the Bones tour at Copps Coliseum in Hamilton, Ontario. They sounded just as spectacular on the R40 tour.
I am a guitar player, and Neil was my favorite musician of all time. His finesse, his power, his constant striving to be the best he could be. A monster musician! RIP to the greatest. Tears in my eyes watching this.
I'm just a few years younger than the guys from Rush and went to the same high school as Geddy Lee so as a teenager I idolized these guys. It's still hard to believe Neil Peart is gone as he was only 67 and he will be remembered as one of the best drummer/percussionists ever!
Just a minor historical correction: Test for Echo was the last album *before* Neil's wife and daughter died (his daughter the month after the T4E tour ended, and his wife the following year), leading to the band's 5-year hiatus. Vapor Trails was the first album after that break. Very enjoyable reaction / analysis - thanks!
R.I.P Neil, not only a brilliant drummer, but what a fantastic lyricist and story teller. Thank you for your music. Going to have a weekend dedicated listening to Rush albums I have loved for 40 years.
This man has been my hero since 1978. I saw him (and Rush) live 13 times (twice up close!) and it was never anything short of amazing and spectacular. Neil was definitely one of the very best and there will never be anyone like him. RIP Professor, you are greatly missed. Thanks Garey! 👍
Thank you for doing this video , AND , pronouncing his name correctly . May the Professor continue to rest in peace . He may be gone , but the original GOAT will live on in the hearts of the fans worldwide . ❤️🇨🇦
I've seen a lot of videos on youtube. As a soon to be 53 year old drummer I enjoyed this video about as much as anything I've seen to date. It's not just the great narrative of what's happening it's watching the sheer joy he has when watching it. As a lifelong Rush fan, 18 times total in concert, I obviously habla the Neil Peart. I patterned myself after Neil and John Bonham. I probably watched "The Song Remains the Same" about 20 times before I was sixteen. Keep up the good work brosef.
This one.....Neil Peart's death hit me DEEP....Obviously, it has struck many deeply....This is a man whose work caused MANY fifteen year-olds, who had up to then not considered the drums, but upon hearing him play, to go out and spend hard-earned lawn-mowing money on their very FIRST set of drumsticks...R.I.P. Maestro
My father had the privilege to go see these guys a plethora of times. I didn't have the opportunity to see them but man, watching appreciation videos like these makes me feel closer to Peart's art.
The death of his daughter and wife back-to-back was something most of us couldn't of dealt with; Neil's ability to rebound was beyond anything I could of done.
You underestimate yourself, and others. What Neil did was what many of us would do. He, being an artist, wrote about it, and showed it in his art. But, all of us have to deal with tragedies.
@@kerrysmith1899 Re: dealing with tragedy. I agree that we all deal with things differently. I am 56 yrs old, and in 2013 I lost both my parents within 6 months. In Jan '14 we lost my father-in-law, then in March '14 our 17 year old dog died. The grief was overwhelming. However, given I'm not a mega-rich and famous rock star, I couldn't simply get on my motorbike & get over it by riding 50,000 miles. We just had to get on with things. Don't get me wrong, I love Neil's writing and playing, and I envy his ability to be able to drop everything. It has taken my wife and I years to even begin to come to terms with our losses. I guess what I'm trying to say is that Neil had a way to drive the grief and fear away, whereas most of us just have to get on with it.
I LOVE that you pronounce his last name correctly. I liked this video for that alone. Rush is my all time favorite group, thank you for recognized Neil Peart's talent.
Saluting a master - perhaps THE master - while mourning and celebrating a percussive prince. RIP to a drummer I saw several times since the "Signals" tour. Thanks for the analysis, Garey!
Love your real-time analysis of these great rock drummers. Gives me even more appreciation and understanding of my favorite bands/musicians. I've seen Rush several times over the past 40 years and they never fail to deliver. (As a youthful bass player Geddy was one of my influences.) I knew NP was a great drummer, but when I watched this DVD several years ago my appreciation jumped 10 fold. Loved the sync with the old musical clips at the end.....
You honestly have the best reactions. We can literally see you playing the drums while watching. We usually watch the videos twice once we watch the drummer the second time we watch you react. We wanted to do videos of us reacting to your reactions lol keep it up
I grew up a lucky child as my father owned and operated big jazz clubs in Boston. The musical influence in my home held no boundaries. Although following Neil Peart with my drumming far to much was a partial problem. They recognized his skills. As I got older Max Roach Art Blakey buddy Gene Krupa I could go on for days really caught my ear. Ty for this. You taught me alot today. This was fun!!!
I have had the pleasure of seeing Neil Peart 5 times live (of course with RUSH) but I barely noticed Geddy and Alex because I was so fixated on Neil .. this man is a God and there will never be another like him ever!
Neil was the picture of musical brilliance. He was already one of the greatest drummers then stepped backed, dissected his playing and took the time to learn how to do it even better. He never stopped learning ways to take his craft to new levels.
One of his performances that I still love was when he played for the Buddy Rich tribute. When he took that smaller, Buddy Rich-esque kit and made that baby sing was simply beautiful!!
It's not easy programming yourself to produce "superman's a drumer" Thank you "Professor" for sharing your phenominal expression through hard work, ability and talent. Every time I ever heard you speak, interviews etc., I heard nothing but positive energy and how much it ment to you to share. For this reason you will be surely be missed and never forgotten. Signed Your student.
Watched your review of Tommy Aldridges drum solo with BOA performed many moons ago. Loved the way you broke it down. Same here with Neil. Your insight and knowledge is refreshing very enjoyable, keep up the good work!
Funny, listening to you describe the patterns as he was playing, I realized there were names for things I’d learned only by ear years ago. Never got good enough to pull off a solo like Neil, but I could play short stints fairly well. Forty years ago, i played to most of the hard rock bands, but when I discovered Neil Peart, I became obsessed with learning Rush songs. When I picked up a cheap set a couple years ago and started banging around again, after a few weeks of getting my feel back, I began doing freeform “drum solos” for my own amusement. Coming on youtube and watching videos like this one is a pleasant eye opener. While I’m no Neil Peart, using what limited skill I do have, I definitely sound “Neil Peartish”. Never realized how much his particular style rubbed off on me. Thanks for the interesting analysis!
What an absolute artist behind the kit. Always seeking perfection in so many diff styles/players. RIP GOAT. Not many drummers caught your ear like Neil did. Temple of Syrinx was wore out on that 2112 album
Honestly I started out playing drums as a kid in the 70's I could play the kiss solos which was fantastic as a 11 year old then I started listening to rush I realized at that point at an early age that I couldn't play better than guy like Neil so I learned to play harmonica. Love your videos
First time I saw Rush was the Subdivisions tour at Cobo in Detriot. I grew up wanting to play like Neil but my mom got me a guitar instead of drums. I think Neil Peart is the rock drummer all guitar players wanted to be. So melodic and memorable. What a treasure.
As a Rush fan since the Moving Pictures tour, this analysis gave me the same thrill as I felt seeing them live. Thanks for triggering a flood of memories from the many concerts I attended to see the three guys from Canada tear it up. 👍😁
I’ve watched this drum solo by Neil so many times I can anticipate what the next section will bring. I had the pleasure of seeing the great Buddy Rich perform waaay back in the day on my high school auditorium stage. Although I’m not familiar with the language of drum techniques, I thoroughly enjoyed your analysis. And now it’s on to Ginger Baker and John Bonham! Thanks!
ta for that. A lot of understanding, interpretation and history that would not have been at all visible to me....plus the smile on your face says a lot :)
Always the Professional. Even though the majority of people could not hear the difference. Rush went into retirement, because Neil felt he would soon not be able to play the complexity of Rush songs up to his standards. Neil felt the fans deserved perfection. He would except nothing less from himself.. Nor would he allow the fan to receive anything less.
@atomic3939 😀😀😀😀 I've always pronounced it pert also.... it almost makes me cringe when people say peart...... almost 99% of everyone I know says pert even when I've seen interviews you heard the interviewer say pert.....
@THE AVERAGE BEAR Man won't you lighten up..... go change your tampon dude..... that is not a reason to report someone.....you are the one acting like an asshole......Pert.......yeah I said it......
Peart released a breakdown of this solo after the R30 tour was finished, and I applaud you in continuing the tradition of analysis, Garey. In the video, at about 5:15 in your video, his hands moved to play in 7/8 for a couple measures, while his feet maintained a waltz groove. It absolutely blew my mind! Peart indeed earned the nickname "The Professor"!
@MAD GRUMPYMAN Thanks for proving my point more. Funny part is, I didn't even infer any "fluffy, feel good nonsense." I was observing how your name suits your wording.
@MAD GRUMPYMAN It's funny; you want to insult others for having an opinion opposite yours, but this only proves you're even more small minded than they are. Your opinion was also unasked for and unsought.
MAD GRUMPYMAN I find it quite amusing how you are infatuated with your own rationality, as if there isn’t a single irrational element to it. What makes you think your reasoning is perfectly clear? Cynical arrogance is a helluva drug when overdosed.
This was great fun to watch with you. I don't play any instrument (sadly), but I've always been a big Rush/Neil Peart fan. Loved hearing your insights on what the man is actually doing musically - other than pounding on those skins!😉
I'm transitioning more into producing and midi writing now (bad knees getting worse making kicks and hats painful) but Neil Peart and Nick Mason (Pink Floyd) have always been my absolute favorites. There are two ways to play, in my humble opinion: as a metronome to help the band keep time or as a musical instrument. Those two did the latter with SO much style!
As a huge Rush fan, I always knew that Neil Peart was awesome. However, after watching this I now understand how much technique went into his solos. The mere fact that he can play his hands and feet at the same time, but at different times is amazing!!!
Thank you for such an informed reaction. Really nice to hear from a drum teacher as Neil plays this epic and entertaining solo. I'm a guitar player but absolutely love and respect all things percussion. The limb independence portion is baffling to me (much like Neil's bandmate Geddy' ability to sing, play bass and Taurus pedals/keys simultaneously). How one develops that is amazing! Neil has always said he is not particularly coordinated outside of drumming, but man did he make up for it in this particular area/craft. RIP Neil. So happy to experienced some form of his drum solo live 31 times from 1980 thru 2015.
Thank you for the explanation of the odd sounding hand/foot independence section. I'm no drummer but this reaction was wonderful I really appreciate it :)
I don't normally watch "reaction" videos, but decided to since you are a drum teacher and you're reacting to a drum solo. It was both entertaining and informative. My suggestions for future "react" videos are Terry Bozzio (Solo Drum Music or Bozzio Levin Stevens) and Carl Palmer (his solo on ELP's Welcome Back My Friends to The Show That Never Ends). Carl has done some great solos since, but that one is amazing!
This seems to have become Peart's best known solo and it's not hard to see why. In his early years he, like most rock drummers, sought simply to dazzle the audience with power and speed in his solos. Over time his soloing became more nuanced and musical, until he was constructing what can only be called drum concertos, and this is probably the finest example of that approach. The way it ebbs and flows between movements, the variety of styles and techniques, and the sheer athleticism of it are a wonder to behold.
Wow. Again. Great breakdown. My Grandfather turned me onto big band music (he was a WWII vet born in 1907 passed in 76). My grandmother lived to 103 years old and couldn't stand Swing or Big Band music (let alone rock!). She called it "chaotic noise" Peart was one of the greatest losses of the 20-21st century percussionists IMHO and you've really done him a lovely service explaining some of his history of learning and influence. He had many amazing performances (like Bill Bruford and so many others, Portnoy and so many others. Thank you for taking the time to pay tribute to, and help all of us to understand the history of these great artists. Truly
RIP - Neil Peart.....You HAD TO BE one of THE GREATEST drummers of all time....I had a chance to see him 4 different times in concert, twice on their Hemispheres Tour and twice on their Permanent Waves Tour, and I wish I would have went to see them a lot more....What a show...He was nothing short of perfect....2112 is still one of my top 5 favorite albums of all time.....I still can't believe he's gone.. I'm really heartbroken ,
Hey Garey, great great informative piece.. I'd only comment that at 7:40 you mentioned that Test for Echo was Rush's 1st album back after Neil's family tragedies. It was actual the last album beforehand in '96. Vapor Trails in '02 was Rush's comeback album(and one of the best). Fantastic job breaking down what Neil's doing, and helping us continue to enjoy his genius.
Its soooo nice to hear a bit about the technical side of his work, since 99.99999% of us only stand back - foot tapping violently, of course - with mouths agape and mind humbled.
RUSH LIVE……I was lucky enough to see one of the last shows before Neil died at SPAC N.Y. Simply the most talented tree man band ever. Incredible performances every time. “In eight years I’ll be seventy one, I can play Charlie Watts drum parts when I’m seventy one, I can’t play Neil Peart’s drum parts when I’m seventy one” - Neil Peart at sixty three.
want to know a cool thing? The Rush: 30 Kit was Neils smaller kit. During new album tours he used a bigger kit, which iirc was 3 set of basics, 2 electric sets, electric xylophone, 2 rows of cow bells, 2 rows of bell chimes. I saw them During snakes and arrows tour, and clockwork angels tour. During the snakes and arrows he broke a cymbal mid song, and just used a different one. Kept tempo and never missed a beat while the stage hand fixed it. Was a cool thing to see as most people would pause the song for tech issues, then start over. Unless u was close to the stage, you wouldnt have known it happen.
There are people who react to songs because the like it and then there are people who react because they actually know what's going on musically. You know what's going on musically and I truly appreciate it.
The Exit Stage Left YYZ solo is his best recorded solo - one of the very best by any drummer ever. Neil's later electronic drum dominated solos couldn't compare.
Correct, Neil's return album was the "Vapor Trails" record in 2002. Great little story that he details in his books, when they were assembling the songs, Geddy and Alex both insisted that "One Little Victory" open the record, due to it's double bass driven intro. Neil was very reticent to do so, but they talked him into it. A literal "He's baaaaack!!" moment.
@Chris Manzi He found new love which helped in his healing process, along with Derxst and Lerxst. Plus, the fans support. I read his book, Ghost Rider was somber, but was a reliving of his loss and triumph of returning to life through his love of riding and touring through his land of choice. As every mile went by, another piece of his grief fell away. His search for internal peace through the big question, WHY? A question still unanswered to this day, but maybe answered through love and patience. Healing and growth. Wisdom and maturity.
Neil brings the light to the drum kit being a musical instrument not just a time keeping mechanism. It’s a musical instrument able to be very musical on its own. God Rest His Soul.
It was actually their release "Vapor Trails" that marked Neil's return to his buddies from the tragedy. "Test For Echo" was recorded entirely using the traditional grip. I didn't know he originally used that grip. I guess I assumed he he used match grip,being rooted in Rock Loved the video By the way, I forget his name, but this new kid, Black kid, I seen him over on a instructional channel, he's KILLING it. I mean I thought Neil was fast and crisp, this guy I saw a couple of months ago was just fantastic. I'll try to find that channel and find that video with thaty guy in it. He's really good
Nice video brother, great insights!! 👍 It’s no wonder Neil finally retired, I can’t imagine keeping that level of precision and intensity, LIVE, for 40 years!!
Thank you so much for explaining the bit of the solo which I never liked. The rest was so melodic and then it suddenly became very hard to identify the rhythm but now I finally appreciate what he was doing.
This is so cool....hearing an actual PROFESSIONAL break-down all the awesome stuff Neil is doing during this solo !! #1 Fave drummer of all time !! (Btw....I'm a bassist !! lol....)
@Doug Demon,i just Accidentally Stumbled upon @Drumset Artistry.. AND WOW,I'M SO GLAD I DID!! Growing up and hearing my Brother's play there RUSH ALBUM'S.. I feel in love with the Drums Instantly,while listening to (what i would learn later on in life!!) That Neil Peart,the Professor on the Drum Set!! Is to me,by far the greatest drummer ever!! So while air drumming, and beating on anything that made noise!! My parents bought me my first set of drums,when i was about 6 are 7?? And while reading your comment.. I thought to myself, "this guy nailed exactly what i thought!! For one Neil Peart's without a doubt my favorite Drummer!! And listening to an actual PROFESSIONAL WHEN IT COMES TO PERCUSSIONIST!! I Really Loved hearing this gentleman's Annalys of the Professor Neil Peart's AWESOME STYLE AND HOW HE BROKE DOWN ALL THE DIFFERENT RHYTHMICAL STYLES AND PART'S!! So for the roughly around 40 year's of playing drums!?!? I've been playing,"as most Drummer's Do!!" Along with the Bass!! And as far as Drumset Artistry goes. I'M LOOKING VERY FORWARD TO HEARING ALOT MORE OF YOUR BREAK DOWNS,OF ALOT MORE SONG'S BY DRUMMER'S!! P.S. I ABSOLUTELY LOVED AND ENJOYED,WATCHING HOW MUCH,"THE TEACHER SO OBVIOUSLY ENJOYED,AND GOT INTO LISENING TO NEIL PEART'S SOLO!!🤙🤘🤙🤘🤙🤘🤜🤛 !! ANY TEACHER THAT GETS SO INVOLVED AND SHOW'S SO MUCH COMPASSION FOR THE DRUM'S!! HAS TO BE A FANTASTIC INSTRUCTOR!!!! SO KEEP ON ROCKING!!! PEACE OUT👌🤘🤙🤘🤙🤘👏👏👏👏✌✌✌✌✌✌✌✌✊✊✊✊
I've been infatuated with drummers all my life. When I see a live band, that's the only person I focus on. Your insights are wonderful to listen to. Although I've never played the drums, to hear you explain what's happening and your obvious extensive knowledge of this underappreciated incredible art form made me hit the subscribe button and bell! I look forward to watching many, many more if your videos!
I didn’t see it commented previously, but the midi-Kat/kit “call & return” @ - 13:40 is from Peart’s “Pieces of Eight” composition which was actually a little .45 on plastic readers got in one issue of “Modern Drummer”, right around the time his red Tama superstar kit was awarded in a composition contest. I think I still have it
Hey Garey, I've seen a lot of reactions to Neil's drumming, and many of them are drummers. You are the first to point out his styles, like, paradiddles, triplets, quads, two-up-two-down, and so on. I'm not a drummer, I am a piano player, classically trained, but your approach is fascinating. Thank you.
Agreed. I am a drummer, but self taught.
Agreed!
Thank you. Bless you,all the best.
The only "teacher/drummer reacts channel" that actually has a great teacher/drummer commenting.
Too much bla bla
@@madmax19furyroad22 For ill equipped individuals - no doubt.
@@BillBrolse keep paradiddlin' down that road, Snarkssen.
R.I.P Neil Peart, I was privileged to see him 18 times in concert.
wow 18 times! i saw them in '91 on Roll the bones tour
Say them 13 times starting with the opening show of the Roll the Bones tour at Copps Coliseum in Hamilton, Ontario. They sounded just as spectacular on the R40 tour.
I got to see him twice.
Saw him 3 times starting in 1986 with the Power Windows tour and ending with Vapor Trails
I sadly never got the chance to see him 😔
I am a guitar player, and Neil was my favorite musician of all time. His finesse, his power, his constant striving to be the best he could be. A monster musician! RIP to the greatest. Tears in my eyes watching this.
There is absolutely nothing more enjoyable than watching one drum enthusiast/talent praise another on his skills..
I'm just a few years younger than the guys from Rush and went to the same high school as Geddy Lee so as a teenager I idolized these guys. It's still hard to believe Neil Peart is gone as he was only 67 and he will be remembered as one of the best drummer/percussionists ever!
Got my respect right away when he pronounced Neil's last name correctly.
Damn straight
EXACTLY!!!!
@araparseghian2 And really don't you think Alex Lifeson should get it right?
Later in the video,he starts to pronounce it wrong. WTH?
I give no one heartache about screwing it up. It's utterly understandable.
Just a minor historical correction: Test for Echo was the last album *before* Neil's wife and daughter died (his daughter the month after the T4E tour ended, and his wife the following year), leading to the band's 5-year hiatus. Vapor Trails was the first album after that break.
Very enjoyable reaction / analysis - thanks!
R.I.P Neil, not only a brilliant drummer, but what a fantastic lyricist and story teller. Thank you for your music. Going to have a weekend dedicated listening to Rush albums I have loved for 40 years.
This man has been my hero since 1978. I saw him (and Rush) live 13 times (twice up close!) and it was never anything short of amazing and spectacular. Neil was definitely one of the very best and there will never be anyone like him. RIP Professor, you are greatly missed. Thanks Garey! 👍
I've see Rush 13 times but still the only rock concerts ive been to that when the drum solo starts Nobody leaves
the arena RIP Professor
And on their feet! Lol!
Thank you for doing this video , AND , pronouncing his name correctly . May the Professor continue to rest in peace . He may be gone , but the original GOAT will live on in the hearts of the fans worldwide . ❤️🇨🇦
I loved the joy on your face while critiquing. RIP, Neil
I've seen a lot of videos on youtube. As a soon to be 53 year old drummer I enjoyed this video about as much as anything I've seen to date. It's not just the great narrative of what's happening it's watching the sheer joy he has when watching it. As a lifelong Rush fan, 18 times total in concert, I obviously habla the Neil Peart. I patterned myself after Neil and John Bonham. I probably watched "The Song Remains the Same" about 20 times before I was sixteen. Keep up the good work brosef.
This one.....Neil Peart's death hit me DEEP....Obviously, it has struck many deeply....This is a man whose work caused MANY fifteen year-olds, who had up to then not considered the drums, but upon hearing him play, to go out and spend hard-earned lawn-mowing money on their very FIRST set of drumsticks...R.I.P. Maestro
My father had the privilege to go see these guys a plethora of times. I didn't have the opportunity to see them but man, watching appreciation videos like these makes me feel closer to Peart's art.
There will never be another like Neil. R.I.P and thank you for decades of amazing music!
I love your enthusiasm over his solo. Lucky enough to see Rush since 1979 and Peart still stands heads and shoulders above other rock drummers.
The death of his daughter and wife back-to-back was something most of us couldn't of dealt with; Neil's ability to rebound was beyond anything I could of done.
You underestimate yourself, and others. What Neil did was what many of us would do. He, being an artist, wrote about it, and showed it in his art. But, all of us have to deal with tragedies.
It's couldn't HAVE...and could HAVE or could've...not "of".
@@joconnell8145 Thank you. I can't believe I made that grammatical mistake.
@@kerrysmith1899 Re: dealing with tragedy. I agree that we all deal with things differently. I am 56 yrs old, and in 2013 I lost both my parents within 6 months. In Jan '14 we lost my father-in-law, then in March '14 our 17 year old dog died. The grief was overwhelming. However, given I'm not a mega-rich and famous rock star, I couldn't simply get on my motorbike & get over it by riding 50,000 miles. We just had to get on with things.
Don't get me wrong, I love Neil's writing and playing, and I envy his ability to be able to drop everything. It has taken my wife and I years to even begin to come to terms with our losses.
I guess what I'm trying to say is that Neil had a way to drive the grief and fear away, whereas most of us just have to get on with it.
@@joconnell8145 truly amazing these days how many people write it as well say it, does my head in :).
I LOVE that you pronounce his last name correctly. I liked this video for that alone. Rush is my all time favorite group, thank you for recognized Neil Peart's talent.
Saluting a master - perhaps THE master - while mourning and celebrating a percussive prince. RIP to a drummer I saw several times since the "Signals" tour. Thanks for the analysis, Garey!
Love your real-time analysis of these great rock drummers. Gives me even more appreciation and understanding of my favorite bands/musicians. I've seen Rush several times over the past 40 years and they never fail to deliver. (As a youthful bass player Geddy was one of my influences.) I knew NP was a great drummer, but when I watched this DVD several years ago my appreciation jumped 10 fold. Loved the sync with the old musical clips at the end.....
You honestly have the best reactions. We can literally see you playing the drums while watching. We usually watch the videos twice once we watch the drummer the second time we watch you react. We wanted to do videos of us reacting to your reactions lol keep it up
He died today so very sad battling cancer.He was in my opinion one fo the greatest drummers ever lived
Easily one of the greatest in the known world for sure
Artists like Neil Peart can never really die. Their influence on young musicians makes sure their spirit continues on.
Very true
RIP Neil Peart, I am glad I got to see 11 Rush concerts. I have recent ones on DVD. Legends never die.
My favorite drummer. Inspired, uplifted, and awed me into getting my own set way back in 1989.
I grew up a lucky child as my father owned and operated big jazz clubs in Boston. The musical influence in my home held no boundaries. Although following Neil Peart with my drumming far to much was a partial problem. They recognized his skills. As I got older Max Roach Art Blakey buddy Gene Krupa I could go on for days really caught my ear. Ty for this. You taught me alot today. This was fun!!!
Huge Rush fan and Neil fan here. I love their music and his drumming. Your reactions and excitement make it an even better listen!!!
Neil Peart, the reason I started drumming. Love your breakdown of this solo. Well done. Thank you.
I have had the pleasure of seeing Neil Peart 5 times live (of course with RUSH) but I barely noticed Geddy and Alex because I was so fixated on Neil .. this man is a God and there will never be another like him ever!
A great, knowledgeable and enthusiastic reaction to arguably Neil Peart’s greatest drum solo.
I’m glad you pointed out his work with Freddie. You can see it in the circular motion. The “dance” happening in the air. 🥁
Neil was the picture of musical brilliance. He was already one of the greatest drummers then stepped backed, dissected his playing and took the time to learn how to do it even better. He never stopped learning ways to take his craft to new levels.
One of his performances that I still love was when he played for the Buddy Rich tribute. When he took that smaller, Buddy Rich-esque kit and made that baby sing was simply beautiful!!
Sadly after today we have to say the great LATE Neil Peart. :(
Easily the best reaction video I've seen to this solo. You hit every point on the nose. Great ear.
R.I.P. the Professor Neil Peart. We shall not see his like again.
It's not easy programming yourself to produce "superman's a drumer"
Thank you "Professor" for sharing your phenominal expression through hard work, ability and talent. Every time I ever heard you speak, interviews etc., I heard nothing but positive energy and how much it ment to you to share. For this reason you will be surely be missed and never forgotten.
Signed
Your student.
Less than 2 months later, we would loose this great man.
Neil is now an angel and we have a huge hole here on earth.
Watched your review of Tommy Aldridges drum solo with BOA performed many moons ago. Loved the way you broke it down. Same here with Neil. Your insight and knowledge is refreshing very enjoyable, keep up the good work!
Funny, listening to you describe the patterns as he was playing, I realized there were names for things I’d learned only by ear years ago.
Never got good enough to pull off a solo like Neil, but I could play short stints fairly well.
Forty years ago, i played to most of the hard rock bands, but when I discovered Neil Peart, I became obsessed with learning Rush songs.
When I picked up a cheap set a couple years ago and started banging around again, after a few weeks of getting my feel back, I began doing freeform “drum solos” for my own amusement.
Coming on youtube and watching videos like this one is a pleasant eye opener.
While I’m no Neil Peart, using what limited skill I do have, I definitely sound “Neil Peartish”.
Never realized how much his particular style rubbed off on me.
Thanks for the interesting analysis!
RIP Garey! May your journey be smooth. Thank you for the constant inspiration! 12.06.21
What an absolute artist behind the kit. Always seeking perfection in so many diff styles/players. RIP GOAT. Not many drummers caught your ear like Neil did. Temple of Syrinx was wore out on that 2112 album
I think Peart's greatness lies in his composition and musicality more than anything else
Honestly I started out playing drums as a kid in the 70's I could play the kiss solos which was fantastic as a 11 year old then I started listening to rush I realized at that point at an early age that I couldn't play better than guy like Neil so I learned to play harmonica. Love your videos
First time I saw Rush was the Subdivisions tour at Cobo in Detriot. I grew up wanting to play like Neil but my mom got me a guitar instead of drums. I think Neil Peart is the rock drummer all guitar players wanted to be. So melodic and memorable. What a treasure.
Sooooo informative! Best reaction to this solo, I've seen by far! Thank you!
As a Rush fan since the Moving Pictures tour, this analysis gave me the same thrill as I felt seeing them live. Thanks for triggering a flood of memories from the many concerts I attended to see the three guys from Canada tear it up. 👍😁
Thank you for the reaction! I love the way Neil composes his drum parts... Fun and exciting
Thank you for watching :-)
That snare drum blast at 11:45 always gives me an eargasm!!!! RIP Neil, and thank you for everything.
That's what I like about teacher's reactions. They point out things that I would have never notice and appreciate Neil 's study into his art :-)
RIP Neal! I love the way you review videos. It's honest and so refreshing!
I’ve watched this drum solo by Neil so many times I can anticipate what the next section will bring. I had the pleasure of seeing the great Buddy Rich perform waaay back in the day on my high school auditorium stage. Although I’m not familiar with the language of drum techniques, I thoroughly enjoyed your analysis. And now it’s on to Ginger Baker and John Bonham! Thanks!
Your enjoyment is contagious
Your comment insightful for a drum nono like me
ta for that. A lot of understanding, interpretation and history that would not have been at all visible to me....plus the smile on your face says a lot :)
Always the Professional. Even though the majority of people could not hear the difference. Rush went into retirement, because Neil felt he would soon not be able to play the complexity of Rush songs up to his standards.
Neil felt the fans deserved perfection. He would except nothing less from himself.. Nor would he allow the fan to receive anything less.
Everything he does on the drums is amazing, I was lucky enough to see them live for the Permanent Waves tour when I was 15
Never got much off his drum solos to be honest but an absolute treasure of an artist and man.
The last name pronunciation was correct, and thus my favorite pastime has been rendered null and void.
Be still, my beating he-art.
@atomic3939 😀😀😀😀 I've always pronounced it pert also.... it almost makes me cringe when people say peart...... almost 99% of everyone I know says pert even when I've seen interviews you heard the interviewer say pert.....
Love his shampoo
@THE AVERAGE BEAR Man won't you lighten up..... go change your tampon dude..... that is not a reason to report someone.....you are the one acting like an asshole......Pert.......yeah I said it......
@atomic3939 thanks for the laugh man! PERT. I said it too lol
RIP. What an extraordinary talent. A true titan on the drums.
Bravo to the drum tech who sets up Neil's kit
Bryan B was it Gump?
Larry Allen was Neil's drum tech for many years
Lorne Wheaton was his tech.
What a great analysis of this solo. Thanks for explaining so thoroughly.
We lost a absolute legend today. Rush in Peace.
Peart released a breakdown of this solo after the R30 tour was finished, and I applaud you in continuing the tradition of analysis, Garey. In the video, at about 5:15 in your video, his hands moved to play in 7/8 for a couple measures, while his feet maintained a waltz groove. It absolutely blew my mind! Peart indeed earned the nickname "The Professor"!
Rest In Peace Neil. You’re finally with your wife and daughter. #devastated 😓✝️
@MAD GRUMPYMAN Your name suits you.
@MAD GRUMPYMAN Thanks for proving my point more. Funny part is, I didn't even infer any "fluffy, feel good nonsense." I was observing how your name suits your wording.
@MAD GRUMPYMAN It's funny; you want to insult others for having an opinion opposite yours, but this only proves you're even more small minded than they are. Your opinion was also unasked for and unsought.
@MAD GRUMPYMAN This is why no one likes atheists
MAD GRUMPYMAN I find it quite amusing how you are infatuated with your own rationality, as if there isn’t a single irrational element to it. What makes you think your reasoning is perfectly clear? Cynical arrogance is a helluva drug when overdosed.
This was great fun to watch with you. I don't play any instrument (sadly), but I've always been a big Rush/Neil Peart fan. Loved hearing your insights on what the man is actually doing musically - other than pounding on those skins!😉
Neil is the teacher.
R.I.P. Sir. And thank you for all the memories.
I'm transitioning more into producing and midi writing now (bad knees getting worse making kicks and hats painful) but Neil Peart and Nick Mason (Pink Floyd) have always been my absolute favorites. There are two ways to play, in my humble opinion: as a metronome to help the band keep time or as a musical instrument. Those two did the latter with SO much style!
Loved this video !
As a huge Rush fan, I always knew that Neil Peart was awesome. However, after watching this I now understand how much technique went into his solos. The mere fact that he can play his hands and feet at the same time, but at different times is amazing!!!
Thank you for such an informed reaction. Really nice to hear from a drum teacher as Neil plays this epic and entertaining solo. I'm a guitar player but absolutely love and respect all things percussion. The limb independence portion is baffling to me (much like Neil's bandmate Geddy' ability to sing, play bass and Taurus pedals/keys simultaneously). How one develops that is amazing! Neil has always said he is not particularly coordinated outside of drumming, but man did he make up for it in this particular area/craft. RIP Neil. So happy to experienced some form of his drum solo live 31 times from 1980 thru 2015.
Thank you for the explanation of the odd sounding hand/foot independence section. I'm no drummer but this reaction was wonderful I really appreciate it :)
Thank you for being dedicated to this particular thing we call music, without it I wouldn't be commenting today
I don't normally watch "reaction" videos, but decided to since you are a drum teacher and you're reacting to a drum solo. It was both entertaining and informative. My suggestions for future "react" videos are Terry Bozzio (Solo Drum Music or Bozzio Levin Stevens) and Carl Palmer (his solo on ELP's Welcome Back My Friends to The Show That Never Ends). Carl has done some great solos since, but that one is amazing!
Great review. Neil was a huge inspiration to me. Thank you for doing this. He was our hero.
This seems to have become Peart's best known solo and it's not hard to see why. In his early years he, like most rock drummers, sought simply to dazzle the audience with power and speed in his solos. Over time his soloing became more nuanced and musical, until he was constructing what can only be called drum concertos, and this is probably the finest example of that approach. The way it ebbs and flows between movements, the variety of styles and techniques, and the sheer athleticism of it are a wonder to behold.
Wow. Again. Great breakdown. My Grandfather turned me onto big band music (he was a WWII vet born in 1907 passed in 76). My grandmother lived to 103 years old and couldn't stand Swing or Big Band music (let alone rock!). She called it "chaotic noise"
Peart was one of the greatest losses of the 20-21st century percussionists IMHO and you've really done him a lovely service explaining some of his history of learning and influence. He had many amazing performances (like Bill Bruford and so many others, Portnoy and so many others. Thank you for taking the time to pay tribute to, and help all of us to understand the history of these great artists. Truly
Can't believe he's gone I'm so glad I saw him live
RIP - Neil Peart.....You HAD TO BE one of THE GREATEST drummers of all time....I had a chance to see him 4 different times in concert, twice on their Hemispheres Tour and twice on their Permanent Waves Tour, and I wish I would have went to see them a lot more....What a show...He was nothing short of perfect....2112 is still one of my top 5 favorite albums of all time.....I still can't believe he's gone.. I'm really heartbroken ,
Hey Garey, great great informative piece.. I'd only comment that at 7:40 you mentioned that Test for Echo was Rush's 1st album back after Neil's family tragedies. It was actual the last album beforehand in '96. Vapor Trails in '02 was Rush's comeback album(and one of the best). Fantastic job breaking down what Neil's doing, and helping us continue to enjoy his genius.
YES!
Its soooo nice to hear a bit about the technical side of his work, since 99.99999% of us only stand back - foot tapping violently, of course - with mouths agape and mind humbled.
I enjoyed your excitement and fervor.
💜💜💜 Great Reaction, helping us to heal the loss of Peart. RIP Brother 💜💜💜
Props to you for pronouncing his name correctly
RUSH LIVE……I was lucky enough to see one of the last shows before Neil died at SPAC N.Y. Simply the most talented tree man band ever. Incredible performances every time. “In eight years I’ll be seventy one, I can play Charlie Watts drum parts when I’m seventy one, I can’t play Neil Peart’s drum parts when I’m seventy one” - Neil Peart at sixty three.
want to know a cool thing? The Rush: 30 Kit was Neils smaller kit. During new album tours he used a bigger kit, which iirc was 3 set of basics, 2 electric sets, electric xylophone, 2 rows of cow bells, 2 rows of bell chimes. I saw them During snakes and arrows tour, and clockwork angels tour. During the snakes and arrows he broke a cymbal mid song, and just used a different one. Kept tempo and never missed a beat while the stage hand fixed it.
Was a cool thing to see as most people would pause the song for tech issues, then start over. Unless u was close to the stage, you wouldnt have known it happen.
I love seeing a teacher analyze a drummer with such excitement!
RIP JANUARY 7, 2019 ♥️
@@glaframb He was so sad he forgot what year it was. :(
2020 kid
OMG!! He died last year too?
2020 ; )
2020
There are people who react to songs because the like it and then there are people who react because they actually know what's going on musically. You know what's going on musically and I truly appreciate it.
The Exit Stage Left YYZ solo is his best recorded solo - one of the very best by any drummer ever. Neil's later electronic drum dominated solos couldn't compare.
Fascinating to hear the background history and what a amazing drum solo from the master Neil Peart ❤❤❤
Great review but one little correction, Neil’s wife and daughter died after the Test For Echo tour!
Thanks!
Correct, Neil's return album was the "Vapor Trails" record in 2002. Great little story that he details in his books, when they were assembling the songs, Geddy and Alex both insisted that "One Little Victory" open the record, due to it's double bass driven intro. Neil was very reticent to do so, but they talked him into it. A literal "He's baaaaack!!" moment.
Then he went on his epic motorcycle trip(s)
this has to be the most asinine comment I have ever read on UA-cam.
@Chris Manzi He found new love which helped in his healing process, along with Derxst and Lerxst. Plus, the fans support. I read his book, Ghost Rider was somber, but was a reliving of his loss and triumph of returning to life through his love of riding and touring through his land of choice. As every mile went by, another piece of his grief fell away. His search for internal peace through the big question, WHY? A question still unanswered to this day, but maybe answered through love and patience. Healing and growth. Wisdom and maturity.
Neil brings the light to the drum kit being a musical instrument not just a time keeping mechanism. It’s a musical instrument able to be very musical on its own. God Rest His Soul.
It was actually their release "Vapor Trails" that marked Neil's return to his buddies from the tragedy.
"Test For Echo" was recorded entirely using the traditional grip. I didn't know he originally used that grip. I guess I assumed he he used match grip,being rooted in Rock
Loved the video
By the way, I forget his name, but this new kid, Black kid, I seen him over on a instructional channel, he's KILLING it. I mean I thought Neil was fast and crisp, this guy I saw a couple of months ago was just fantastic.
I'll try to find that channel and find that video with thaty guy in it. He's really good
Nice video brother, great insights!!
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It’s no wonder Neil finally retired, I can’t imagine keeping that level of precision and intensity, LIVE, for 40 years!!
Thank you so much for explaining the bit of the solo which I never liked. The rest was so melodic and then it suddenly became very hard to identify the rhythm but now I finally appreciate what he was doing.
52 years young here. Usually the skills fade over time. He's like a fine wine and refined his work.
This is so cool....hearing an actual PROFESSIONAL break-down all the awesome stuff Neil is doing during this solo !! #1 Fave drummer of all time !! (Btw....I'm a bassist !! lol....)
@Doug Demon,i just Accidentally Stumbled upon @Drumset Artistry.. AND WOW,I'M SO GLAD I DID!! Growing up and hearing my Brother's play there RUSH ALBUM'S.. I feel in love with the Drums Instantly,while listening to (what i would learn later on in life!!) That Neil Peart,the Professor on the Drum Set!! Is to me,by far the greatest drummer ever!! So while air drumming, and beating on anything that made noise!! My parents bought me my first set of drums,when i was about 6 are 7?? And while reading your comment.. I thought to myself, "this guy nailed exactly what i thought!! For one Neil Peart's without a doubt my favorite Drummer!! And listening to an actual PROFESSIONAL WHEN IT COMES TO PERCUSSIONIST!! I Really Loved hearing this gentleman's Annalys of the Professor Neil Peart's AWESOME STYLE AND HOW HE BROKE DOWN ALL THE DIFFERENT RHYTHMICAL STYLES AND PART'S!! So for the roughly around 40 year's of playing drums!?!? I've been playing,"as most Drummer's Do!!" Along with the Bass!! And as far as Drumset Artistry goes. I'M LOOKING VERY FORWARD TO HEARING ALOT MORE OF YOUR BREAK DOWNS,OF ALOT MORE SONG'S BY DRUMMER'S!! P.S. I ABSOLUTELY LOVED AND ENJOYED,WATCHING HOW MUCH,"THE TEACHER SO OBVIOUSLY ENJOYED,AND GOT INTO LISENING TO NEIL PEART'S SOLO!!🤙🤘🤙🤘🤙🤘🤜🤛 !! ANY TEACHER THAT GETS SO INVOLVED AND SHOW'S SO MUCH COMPASSION FOR THE DRUM'S!! HAS TO BE A FANTASTIC INSTRUCTOR!!!! SO KEEP ON ROCKING!!! PEACE OUT👌🤘🤙🤘🤙🤘👏👏👏👏✌✌✌✌✌✌✌✌✊✊✊✊
@@butchgifford69 Awesome !!!!!
I've been infatuated with drummers all my life. When I see a live band, that's the only person I focus on. Your insights are wonderful to listen to. Although I've never played the drums, to hear you explain what's happening and your obvious extensive knowledge of this underappreciated incredible art form made me hit the subscribe button and bell! I look forward to watching many, many more if your videos!
Thank you for the very kind words!
Thank you for your channel!
I didn’t see it commented previously, but the midi-Kat/kit “call & return” @ - 13:40 is from Peart’s “Pieces of Eight” composition which was actually a little .45 on plastic readers got in one issue of “Modern Drummer”, right around the time his red Tama superstar kit was awarded in a composition contest. I think I still have it
It was always so strange to see the little plastic square rotating around the turntable :-)