In the UK we don’t learn about American Literature at school, at least I didn’t anyway. That would be why I asked ‘Who is Tom Sawyer’. Not because I’m stupid, failed by my parents or any other reason 🤣
Rush. Getty Lee (bass, keyboard, vocals), Alex Lifeson (guitar), and ...the lyricist and arguably the BEST this world has ever had on drums, Neil Peart (RIP, Professor).
And Tom Sawyer was a character created by the American Writer, Mark Twain. Good reading now banned in most schools because it was written at a time when the N word was used.
@@brianvb71 @MollyBoyTV *Geddy Lee - Or to delve deeper, Gary Lee Weinrib. His mother, a Polish holocaust survivor (as was his father which was how they met) had a heavy accent. When pronouncing Gary his friends thought she was saying Geddy, and the name stuck. Later in life he had it legally changed after adopting it as his professional name.
Neither in Canada, and they are our neighboor...and im from Montreal, so i speak french, can you imagine!!! Ignorance and stupidity are two different things and we're all ingnorant in many ways. Keep up with your reactions .
That's definitely the hyperbolic meme. As well as "your favorite drummer's favorite drummer". Then there's Buddy Rich, Keith Moon, Ginger Baker, John Bonham, Tony Thompson, Jeff Porcarp, Carl Palmer, Bill Bruford, Danny Carey, Mike Portnoy, Gavin Harrison, Pat Mastelotto, Lenny White, Stuart Copeland, Alan Myers ... just off the top of my head. They're all in the same "god-tier" class but with such vastly different styles it's ridiculous to rank them. Oh, Terry Bozzio and Chad Wackerman too.
@mr.smithgnrsmith7808 “Zero rock n roll”??? You need your hearing checked… maybe check for a stroke too while they’re under the hood… 😉 j/k! Everyone has their own opinion!
Tom Sawyer is the quintessential mischievous and adventurous boy created by Mark Twain. He's clever, imaginative, and known for his knack for getting into trouble. Despite his mischievous nature, he has a good heart and a strong sense of loyalty to his friends. Tom's escapades, including whitewashing a fence, exploring caves, and pretending to be a pirate, make him an iconic character in American literature.
Here we a video of a kid listening to "real" music and you are saying they don't. Also, who are we to define real music. The not "real" music you love to crap on is hugely important and relevant to millions of people. When was an Office the Arbiter of Taste commissioned? And can I get a list of songs that are "real" music according them so I don't mess up and listen to whatever "fake" music is? Signed, Old Guy Metalhead, Funk Loving, Hippy, Who Is Not So Full Of Himself As To Think He Gets To Define What Real Music Is
I'm in my early 50s. I grew up with music like this. Go listen to a Classic Rock radio station for a while, and I'll guarantee you'll hear a Rush song.
Music was better many years ago because musicians listened to and were influenced by all genres. Today individuals can curate a huge catalog of only music in the genre that they believe they like and never explore like this young man. I am happy for him!!
You have just entered the catalog of arguably the greatest 3-piece rock band ever. 167 original songs on 19 studio albums across 40+ years. Geddy Lee (bass), Alex Lifeson (guitar), and Neil Peart (percussion) make up the 3 musical prodigies in Rush. Their music is unique and technical, the sound changing and adapting over the decades, and yet still undeniably Rush. Neil has written most of the thought-provoking lyrics whilst creating dynamic drum parts and composing masterful solos that play like songs of their own. You truly can't go wrong with choosing almost any song that is recommended, but I will ask for The Spirit of Radio next. There is another band coming up right now called The Warning, who are creating new rock music that hails back to this era, which is amazing. They don't sound like Rush but seem to be following the Rush playbook for success. 3 young women from Mexico with enormous talent like Rush. Maybe you could check out their song Evolve. I had the same reaction as you did to Tom Sawyer. I hope you'll stick with this for a bit. The Rush Army will be arriving to your channel very soon 🤘😁 Best of luck and have fun!
❤YES! The Warning are true talent. A great addition to power trio groups. Clean musicianship great writing. A must seen hear. Tom Sawyer is a character of a book. You should read that too.
Here’s another solid RUSH fan from days gone by, that thinks the next greatest power trio of all time can be found in the form of three young sisters out of Mexico known as The Warning! You cannot go wrong with any of their music, but yes Evolve would be as good of an introduction as any, their music is that good. Please do the MTV VMA performance if you do so. LONG LIVE THE VILLARREAL SISTERS!
@seandeangelis7849 I suppose viewpoints are subjective. I remember Primus opening for Rush before they started doing 3 hour shows. I think it was Hold Your Fire tour, or maybe Roll the Bones.
You're stupid you have no idea.He's rated the best drummer in the world of all time.Don't say stuff that you don't know about.He's rated higher than John Bonham from led zeppelin@@906Roofer
I am fond of the typical 2112 reaction: "OK, you guys requested 2112. Ugh, over 20 minutes- for real?" 20 minutes later: "OMG, that was epic! I didn't want it to end."
This is a story of a modern day Tom Sawyer, adventurous, questioning authority, going his own way to make his mark. A warrior of truth and intelligence.
Singer/bass/keys: Geddy Lee Guitar: Alex Lifeson Drums. Neil Peart Three quiet guys…from Canada. Arguably their most popular signature song release date 1981. Check out Anthem…also by Rush from 1975
This song has sent chills down my spine ever since I first heard it in college. Hard to believe the 80's were 40 years ago! 😱🤪 I agree 100%! RUSH rabbit hole? Yes, please! 😊
I genuinely think this is one of the best songs ever written. It's so tight, so perfect, every part is excellent, shows just how all three of these guys absolutely mastered their craft. Doesn't overstay its welcome, but isn't too short either. It's the perfect song.
On one of their tours, I sat right next to Neil peart's drum set. On the day he died, I cried the entire day. These guys were the greatest band of all time. And nice! No drugs. No alcohol. No partying. Just three nerdy dudes. Peart wrote all of the lyrics to most of their songs. The world will not be the same without him.
40 years, totaling 30 albums. Seems like it should be 40 albums, though, considering that they were releasing at least 1 per year during their first decade of making albums. There just comes a point at which a band will have to start pacing themselves a bit more. 👍
Holy shit, I'm so ready for you to dive down Rush's discography! They played for 40+ years and LITERALLY never made a bad song. Yes, some are better than other, but none are bad. I recommend you check these out (in order): Spirit of Radio Limelight YYZ (Live in Rio) Natural Science 2112 The Trees Cygnus X-1 (Both Books) Witch Hunt The Necromancer La Villa Strangiato Fly By Night The Fountain of Lamneth Working Man Then from there, you have hundreds to go through. Make sure to read the lyrics. They are so deep and thought-provoking. I'm sure everyone will tell you about the members, but Neil Peart (the drummer) wrote all their lyrics (with a few exceptions).
And on the drums, the one and only, the GOAT, the Professor, Neil Peart. RESPECT! Rock in Peace Neil 😔 Yes, Rush! They are sooooo good. Keep going on them. Just three suggestions from them Spirit of Rádio, Limelight, YYZ. Keep rockin'. Peace
Not to argue but go listen to Jethro Tull Bursting Out from 1978. Barriemore Barlow did all the things Neil would do but much earlier. Just to compare.
@@ericburch2531 I get it.. but I saw Tull years before Rush was popular. I think they are both phenomenal drummers, but one was doing it a few years earlier. John Bonham said “Barriemore Barlow was the best drummer to ever come out of England”… look it up.
What makes the music of Rush so incredibly special is literally the individual gifts of each of these band members, because every single one of them is an advanced music theorist
I was 12 years old and was playing in the park of my hometown in Thornhill and we heard music coming from the factories so we climbed on the dumpsters and watched these 3 guys playing the coolest music. They noticed us and we thought we were in trouble but they came out and talked about hockey (that's what Canadians do😂) and they told us about themselves and their music and we talked about their cars they were driving nice cars. Then Geddy and Alex gave us guitar picks and Neil gave us drumsticks. They were so down to earth and humble. I didn't know who they were but I went and found out. I went to see them in 87 and 03 truly an amazing experience and a great bunch of guys. RIP Neil❤
Samuel Clement also known as Mark Twain was the author of a Classic book entitled Huckleberry Finn . Tom Sawyer was one the main characters. The book is well worth the read. Enjoy.
Hahah I was in mid comment when he said that I it stunned me for a sec. I was hearing the rattle in this one geezerz head… bahahah Oh absolutely the BEST MUSICIANS WERE ABSOLUTELY 60’s-90’s I could narrow it down but had to stretch it for the sake of some of the ones sprinkled in and out of the decade ❤
Arguably the sickest 3-piece group to ever take to the stage. All of them are phenomenal. Geddy is one of the best bass players I've ever seen, in addition to the vocals, and keyboard work. Alex is probably in my personal top 10 guitarists ever. Then there is Neil, who was and likely still remains in basically everyone's top 5, or even 3, and often 1 greatest drummer in rock history. There are very few bands that I consider to have the kind of musical sophistication of classical composers. Rush is one of them.
I used to play drums, and all of the accolades about Peart are true, but Geddy's bass playing is world-class, and Alex can play the hell out of a guitar. How the three of them could find one another and mesh as well as they did (professionally and personally) is a gift from God.
How ignorant can one man be Duh!! Lennon and Macartney in your opinion had less influence with the Beatles than Rush LOLOLOLOL And I love Rush. Defo the actions of a Troll
It's 1981, dude ... Tom Sawyer is the name of a character in author Mark Twain's books back in the late 1800's. Rush used the name to espouse the characteristics of a modern day individualist. Geddy Lee = bass, keys, vocals / Alex Lifeson = guitars / Neil Peart (pronounced Peert) = drums, percussion There's only 3, yet their power is IMMENSE !!! Next up - the song Xanadu LIVE FROM EXIT...STAGE LEFT - DO IT! LOVED this reaction ... welcome to the world of RUSH 🇨🇦🎶🎤🎸🎹🥁
This was my own intro to Rush. It's reckoned to be the ideal entry point into their catalogue. It starts the album Moving Pictures. I bought it 3 times because the first 2 copies always jumped in the same place.
Welcome to RUSH. You are very welcome to the family. Legions of loyal fans. Platinum album after platinum album. Sold out shows all over the world with absolutely no mainstream radio play. There music and musicianship did all the talking and publicity fir them. Can't wait till you delve into their music even more. Geddy Lee: vocals, bass/bass pedals and keyboards. Alex Liefson: guitars Neil Peart: drums and percussion 3 ABSOLUTE LEGENDS 🤘🏻🇬🇧🖤
You’ve been blown away by what is perhaps the greatest three piece rock band to have existed. Nearly 50 years of progressive rock and all of it, uniquely their own sound. There was no one like them. It’s a long, incredible ride. Take it in and enjoy it. Rush just makes you feel good, think, and appreciate the human condition.
Definitely go down this rabbit hole. They are a musicians band with all 3 being masters of their craft. Geddy Lee's voice is usually a like it or hate it thing, but since you like it, you really should hear more. Oh and Neil's lyrics are incredibly poetic.
I have to say this….i was watching your reactions and I was all smiles. Seeing the look of dazed bewilderment on your face, trying to take it all in, figuring it all out. Geddy Lee is the bassist, vocalist and synthesist, and yeah his voice is unique as hell. Neil Peart is the drummer. And yeah his drumming on this song is just mind boggling. His precision, energy and complexity is just jaw dropping. Alex Lifeson on guitars. He is known for coming up with bizarre ass chords and some truly wicked soloing. The impression you’re left with is “how can so much sound come out of just 3 people?” They were all serious technical masters of their craft, and they were only 27, 28 years old when they first recorded Tom Sawyer. It was the first song off their Moving Pictures album released in early 1981, but recorded/produced in 1980. So you were really close as to WHEN this song came out. It makes me so happy you enjoyed this. It means a lot.
Thanks for the react‼It's one of my favorite rock songs and on repeat in my playlist when I'm feeling good absorbing the energy. Rush was very big back in their day!!🎶🎹🎸🥁
Keep in mind, this is just three dudes jammin’ like this. The level of talent of each member is truly amazing. RIP Neil, you were one of the best that ever sat behind a kit.
One of the three times in my 60yrs that I cried when I heard a famous person died was when I heard Neil Peart died. Still one of my favorite groups of all time. Neil Peart. The Greatest Percussionist of ALL Time. Neil Peart is also one of the greatest lyricists of all time. Geddy Lee, One of the greatest bassists of all time. Alex Lifeson, One of the great guitarists who was never really recognized because of the two giant he was with. Congratulations, my young friend, you are in for a treat. I bought these albums as they came out First, find one of Peart's drum solo videos. Now...strap your arse in, grab something to drink and a snack, and find the video for the album 2112. An entire album side (please don't ask me what an album is) 21 minutes long. Find the full version on their website with the animation that goes with it. I cannot tell you how jealous I am of you. Hearing these masters of their instruments for the first time. 🍻Slainté
Neil Peart. Arguably the greatest drummer of all time. Certainly one of the most innovative... Check out: Neil Peart Drum Solo - Rush Live in Frankfurt
The relevance is this: The character, as introduced in the novel, is very much a smart, precocious kid who constantly rebels against his much put-upon Aunt Polly and his much more conformist half-brother, Sid. Sawyer's creative mind makes him the leader of a group of boys in his town who all run around together, pull light-hearted pranks, ditch school and constantly get into small amounts of trouble because they won't behave "properly." The key thing to know, though, is that the novel -- ostensibly written for children -- has as its setting a town in 1840s Missouri. In other words, the social norms with which Sawyer can never seem to conform are those of the slave-holding Antebellum South of the United States, about 15 years before the outbreak of this country's devastating Civil War. As such, this "children's story" is rife with Twain's scathing, hilariously satirical commentary about the hypocrisy of those social norms. So, listen to this song again and follow the lyrics while keeping in mind that literary context. 😁
@@thomashiggins9320 Your synopsis is one of the most accurate, concise comments on Tom Sawyer that I've ever seen. Well said!!! You are correct in that Clemens aka Mark Twain was one of the pre-eminent satirists and humorists of his time.
GREAT reaction MollyBoy! It's never, ever too late to dive into Rush!! Be prepared to be blown away, jaw on the floor, gobsmacked at the intricate, progressive, heavy rock you are about to witness with this band! 3 unassuming gents from Toronto, Canada (drummer Neil is from St. Catharines). Geddy Lee on bass, keys & vocals, Alex Lifeson on guitar, and your favourite drummer's favourite drummer, Neil Peart, The Professor, on all things percussion! Your in for a journey my friend! For a smattering of what's next: Working Man (live in Cleveland), Xanadu (live in Montreal), Subdivisions (music video is good), YYZ (live in Rio - instrumental), 2112 (once you get your feet wet - there is a graphic novel video - because the lyrics are VERY important with this band). Oh yes, we're ready for this! Cheers!
The people that told you no, don’t listen to rush are nuts! Rush is one of the very best progressive rock bands of the late 70s and early 80s they were a band that set the president for bands like tool, Alice In Chains, and a number of others. People just don’t realize how much of an impact rush actually had on music as a hole.. this band showed everyone that heard them but you don’t necessarily have to have a song that is in 4/4 and structured in a certain way. And at the time when their music was around, they’re just wasn’t too many bands that attempted things like that. Genres like jazz, fusion and others that messed with different times signatures just we’re not listened to until rush came along Rush basically brought an entire new way of thinking in to the mainstream. And Tom Sawyer is a great song to get started with this band although it is one of their most played songs. It is that way for a reason as you have just heard. Because it throws some curveballs at you that you totally don’t expect and that is the thing that rush is most known for so I am 100% on board and I don’t know if everyone else is here but this is totally a rabbit hole you should take the space elevator down into.
Something that most know; even Rush fans, is the lead singer Geddy Lee plays bass, keyboard and other instruments. You see the video switching between him playing bongos, keyboard, bass AND singing. The reason for this is because Rush put out a fee album's and videos before ever playing live shows. Geddy admits that he had trouble playing and singing at the same time. In fact, in concert there is much recorded content because he can't play multiple instruments at the same time. He did however sling his bass around behind him and play the keyboard and others. They were after all only a 3 piece band. Neil Peart, the drummer only recently passed away. When touring around the US and Canada, Neil would travel by motorcycle and not ride the tour bus...even in winter!!
The single greatest drummer thats ever lived. That man Niel is known as "The Professor" for a reason. Rush is the greatest 3-piece the world may ever see. Pound for pound, the most talented band thats ever lived Now do YYZ, live
I’ve watched many videos of people reacting to Tom Sawyer from Rush for the first time, and here’s another one I’m watching right now. Many people watching this video for the first time don’t seem to notice that the dude with the long black hair who’s singing between conga drums with headphones on (Sir Geddy Lee) is also the same guy on keyboards, Taurus pedals (keyboards for your feet), and bass guitar. This version is taken from the actual recording session at Le Studio in Montreal; that’s why you see Ged doing these things separately… live, he does it all practically simultaneously. These three men are the pride of Canada. Edit: the drummer’s name is Cornelius Elwood Peart, better known as Neil Peart (last name sounds like “peert”). Neil wrote 99.9% of Rush’s lyrics and is widely regarded as one of the greatest rock drummers of all time. RIP Professor. The guitar player’s name is Aleksandar Živojinović, better known as Alex Lifeson. His original last name is Serbian, and translates roughly to “son of life”. He has a chord named after him, the opening chord from “Hemispheres”. It’s an F sharp major with the added 4th and flat 7. Geddy Lee was born Gary Lee Weinrib; Geddy was a nickname given to him by his friends due to his mother’s thick accent. She pronounced Gary as Geddy, and it just stuck. Welcome to Rush Land, hope to see you back again soon ✌🏻
3 musical geniuses right here! Alex, Geddy, and Neil. Alex Lifeson is the amazing guitarist. Neil Peart is the Lord of percussion. Geddy Lee plays bass guitar, synthesizer keyboards, bass synth foot pedals, and he's the singer. These guys are wizards of rock music! Thanks man! Keep crushing it!
Oh shit, we're checking out a Canadian band there eh? Well, they're glorious. As a Canuck, their catalog is about 30% of Rock Radio. For good reason, they're really that good. Drummer was absolutely GOD TIER.
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In the UK we don’t learn about American Literature at school, at least I didn’t anyway. That would be why I asked ‘Who is Tom Sawyer’. Not because I’m stupid, failed by my parents or any other reason 🤣
Rush. Getty Lee (bass, keyboard, vocals), Alex Lifeson (guitar), and ...the lyricist and arguably the BEST this world has ever had on drums, Neil Peart (RIP, Professor).
And Tom Sawyer was a character created by the American Writer, Mark Twain. Good reading now banned in most schools because it was written at a time when the N word was used.
@@brianvb71 @MollyBoyTV *Geddy Lee - Or to delve deeper, Gary Lee Weinrib. His mother, a Polish holocaust survivor (as was his father which was how they met) had a heavy accent. When pronouncing Gary his friends thought she was saying Geddy, and the name stuck. Later in life he had it legally changed after adopting it as his professional name.
Neither in Canada, and they are our neighboor...and im from Montreal, so i speak french, can you imagine!!! Ignorance and stupidity are two different things and we're all ingnorant in many ways. Keep up with your reactions .
We had the book in UK the 50s, not unusual.
congratulations, you just discovered the worlds GREATEST drummer EVER....
Great comment
Pretty subjective but he is the predecessor to all of the greatest drummers from the eightees on for sure.
absolutely the greatest
Neal pert, RIP what a drummer
That's definitely the hyperbolic meme. As well as "your favorite drummer's favorite drummer".
Then there's Buddy Rich, Keith Moon, Ginger Baker, John Bonham, Tony Thompson, Jeff Porcarp, Carl Palmer, Bill Bruford, Danny Carey, Mike Portnoy, Gavin Harrison, Pat Mastelotto, Lenny White, Stuart Copeland, Alan Myers ... just off the top of my head.
They're all in the same "god-tier" class but with such vastly different styles it's ridiculous to rank them.
Oh, Terry Bozzio and Chad Wackerman too.
Neil Peart...Your favourite drummer's favourite drummer, an absolute phenom! RIP
RIP to one of the best
RIP "Professor".
Great player, but there is ZERO ROCK N ROLL in his playing….sterile…soulless
@mr.smithgnrsmith7808 “Zero rock n roll”??? You need your hearing checked… maybe check for a stroke too while they’re under the hood… 😉 j/k! Everyone has their own opinion!
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Don't waste your time
Tom Sawyer is the quintessential mischievous and adventurous boy created by Mark Twain. He's clever, imaginative, and known for his knack for getting into trouble. Despite his mischievous nature, he has a good heart and a strong sense of loyalty to his friends. Tom's escapades, including whitewashing a fence, exploring caves, and pretending to be a pirate, make him an iconic character in American literature.
Thanks for this. I’ve always heard of the book, but I never read it.
RUSH….Canada’s gift to the world 🇨🇦
Yes and thank you.
We❤ love us some Toronto 🎉, St.Marys and Lakeside Park ❤🎉
Don't forget the tragically hip
Gift😂
Along with The Tragically Hip. Thanks Canada
"What is Rush? (Genre) Rush is Rush. Nobody else sounds like Rush."
Gene Simmons
That’s because Gene only knows 4 cords 😆
Thank God nobody else sounds like Rush... It's bad enough as it is.
@@christophermiller1595 7 comments of you whining about Rush 🤣🤣🤣 go touch grass..you came here just to moan and hate…what a 🤡
@@christophermiller1595 Then why are you watching a RUSH reaction moron??
You got some major catching up young un, glad you are embarking the journey!
Geddy Lee: Vocals, bass, keys
Neil Peart: drums , lyrics
Alex Lifeson: guitars
Congratulations on discovering the best band ever.
It's actually Geddy Lee, not Getty Lee.
@@blazingsaddle166 Oops! Rectified, thx 🙏
used to think that until got into phish. but still best drummer ever.
Alex also plays Taurus pedals
When your parents and grandparents say "kids today dont know real music", and you realize THEY ARE RIGHT!
Truth!
Here we a video of a kid listening to "real" music and you are saying they don't. Also, who are we to define real music. The not "real" music you love to crap on is hugely important and relevant to millions of people. When was an Office the Arbiter of Taste commissioned? And can I get a list of songs that are "real" music according them so I don't mess up and listen to whatever "fake" music is? Signed, Old Guy Metalhead, Funk Loving, Hippy, Who Is Not So Full Of Himself As To Think He Gets To Define What Real Music Is
I'm in my early 50s. I grew up with music like this. Go listen to a Classic Rock radio station for a while, and I'll guarantee you'll hear a Rush song.
Music was better many years ago because musicians listened to and were influenced by all genres. Today individuals can curate a huge catalog of only music in the genre that they believe they like and never explore like this young man. I am happy for him!!
@@nicholasrudolph6219haters be haters of everything.
You have just entered the catalog of arguably the greatest 3-piece rock band ever. 167 original songs on 19 studio albums across 40+ years. Geddy Lee (bass), Alex Lifeson (guitar), and Neil Peart (percussion) make up the 3 musical prodigies in Rush. Their music is unique and technical, the sound changing and adapting over the decades, and yet still undeniably Rush. Neil has written most of the thought-provoking lyrics whilst creating dynamic drum parts and composing masterful solos that play like songs of their own. You truly can't go wrong with choosing almost any song that is recommended, but I will ask for The Spirit of Radio next.
There is another band coming up right now called The Warning, who are creating new rock music that hails back to this era, which is amazing. They don't sound like Rush but seem to be following the Rush playbook for success. 3 young women from Mexico with enormous talent like Rush. Maybe you could check out their song Evolve. I had the same reaction as you did to Tom Sawyer.
I hope you'll stick with this for a bit. The Rush Army will be arriving to your channel very soon 🤘😁 Best of luck and have fun!
❤YES! The Warning are true talent. A great addition to power trio groups. Clean musicianship great writing. A must seen hear.
Tom Sawyer is a character of a book. You should read that too.
Here’s another solid RUSH fan from days gone by, that thinks the next greatest power trio of all time can be found in the form of three young sisters out of Mexico known as The Warning! You cannot go wrong with any of their music, but yes Evolve would be as good of an introduction as any, their music is that good. Please do the MTV VMA performance if you do so.
LONG LIVE THE VILLARREAL SISTERS!
Tough call on greatest 3 piece of all time
I gotta put Primus at number 1 in that category
@seandeangelis7849 I suppose viewpoints are subjective. I remember Primus opening for Rush before they started doing 3 hour shows. I think it was Hold Your Fire tour, or maybe Roll the Bones.
@@jonathanspahn7308 Absolutely subjective
I love Rush, just prefer Primus
And God bless the 3 hour shows!!
This one is very special. The best drummer of all time.
Well...Nicko and Danny boy are in contention
Not even close to the best...
Nah, Lars is better
You're stupid you have no idea.He's rated the best drummer in the world of all time.Don't say stuff that you don't know about.He's rated higher than John Bonham from led zeppelin@@906Roofer
@@jvoges That's funny.. Lars is not even in his class... Lars is not even close...
The grin you get when someone discovers Rush. Enjoy the rabbit hole... it's deep and wide!
That's what she said....🤣
no diddy
Best Drummer.............EVER ! PERIOD !
watching these new kids listening to rush.... it blows their minds you can litterally see it in their eyes.
Its beautiful to watch.
They get beats made on a computer.
Neil CREATED the beats and PLAYED them FLAWLESSLY on drums...LIVE.
As it did ours when we first heard it
That’s exactly why I’m here
Alex isn't half bad on the guitar either.
Watching people's mind get blown by "Tom Sawyer" never get's old! 🤯
It never does.
I am fond of the typical 2112 reaction:
"OK, you guys requested 2112. Ugh, over 20 minutes- for real?"
20 minutes later: "OMG, that was epic! I didn't want it to end."
Now it's time after this to hear Neil Peart Drum Solo.
This is a story of a modern day Tom Sawyer, adventurous, questioning authority, going his own way to make his mark. A warrior of truth and intelligence.
perfectly said
Singer/bass/keys: Geddy Lee
Guitar: Alex Lifeson
Drums. Neil Peart
Three quiet guys…from Canada. Arguably their most popular signature song release date 1981. Check out Anthem…also by Rush from 1975
Yes, Anthem! I agree. That was Neil just exploding on the drums. His first album with them. He really announced his presence.
YEP.
Neil was from Chicago Illinois
@@mikkhy12 incorrect.
@@mikkhy12 Neil was born in Hamilton Ontario, and grew up basically in St Catherines Ontario.
“This is too beautiful to pause.” ❤
This may be one of very few times I believe this an actual first listen.
That is exactly how I feel any time any Rush song is playing.
I love this! I agree!
This song has sent chills down my spine ever since I first heard it in college. Hard to believe the 80's were 40 years ago! 😱🤪
I agree 100%! RUSH rabbit hole? Yes, please! 😊
Can't wait for you to check out 2112. It will blow your mind.
That's my favorite album of theirs!
So many 45 minute reaction videos.😂
Alex is possibly the most underrated guitarist in the history of rock
Yeah it's all Geddy this and Neil that, don't get me wrong they're guid, but Alex is stupendous as well!
Alex and fellow Canadian Rik Emmett are both underrated. Rik Emmett is ludicrously talented.
Guitar World magazine readers ranked Alex Lifeson #3 on the top 100 list.
Continuing to say Alex is underrated is getting underrated.
I genuinely think this is one of the best songs ever written. It's so tight, so perfect, every part is excellent, shows just how all three of these guys absolutely mastered their craft. Doesn't overstay its welcome, but isn't too short either. It's the perfect song.
On one of their tours, I sat right next to Neil peart's drum set. On the day he died, I cried the entire day. These guys were the greatest band of all time. And nice! No drugs. No alcohol. No partying. Just three nerdy dudes. Peart wrote all of the lyrics to most of their songs. The world will not be the same without him.
They did their fair share of pot and coke, but NEVER before a show. Showtime was , they were professionals.
@@chriskangeter8993 You are correct. I think I made too broad of a statement
They partied only in later year they calmed down
You need to read Geddys book if you think these guys didn’t do drugs or drinks, they were heavy into it in the 70s and 80s even in the 90s too.
@@marysampietro2359 Respect for acknowledging a mistake. That's all too rare a quality.
You won’t ever hear a Alex lifeson solo that sounds the same he’s so underrated
Not remotely underrated.
Alex was pretty much a self taught guitarist and is ranked up there with Eddie VanHalen and Brian May.
Truth.
They’ll never sound the same, but they all sound like Alex..
@@goldenageofdinosaurs7192 limelight is my fave solo from him
His name is Neil Peart. He passed away several years back. But, I promise you: he is your favorite drummer's favorite drummer...the GOAT.
Now you're in my territory, mate! This RUSH rabbit hole is over 40 albums deep!! LETS GO!!!!
well 40 would nice!!! Rush has released a total of 19 studio albums and 11 live album, tbh
40 years, totaling 30 albums. Seems like it should be 40 albums, though, considering that they were releasing at least 1 per year during their first decade of making albums. There just comes a point at which a band will have to start pacing themselves a bit more. 👍
This band has the greatest songs that are never on the top radio air ,if that makes sense , they write songs that are to long for radio air play ,
Dude had a damn PHD in drumming homie. RIP Neil
kid your gonna love this band......BEST DRUMMER EVER
Holy shit, I'm so ready for you to dive down Rush's discography! They played for 40+ years and LITERALLY never made a bad song. Yes, some are better than other, but none are bad. I recommend you check these out (in order):
Spirit of Radio
Limelight
YYZ (Live in Rio)
Natural Science
2112
The Trees
Cygnus X-1 (Both Books)
Witch Hunt
The Necromancer
La Villa Strangiato
Fly By Night
The Fountain of Lamneth
Working Man
Then from there, you have hundreds to go through. Make sure to read the lyrics. They are so deep and thought-provoking. I'm sure everyone will tell you about the members, but Neil Peart (the drummer) wrote all their lyrics (with a few exceptions).
I’m surprised you left out Xanadu live. ✌️
Especially read the lyrics of La Villa Strangiato... 😂
@@theorc9098😂😂😂
YYZ will blow his mind
@@PilloryClinton It's so hard to make a condensed list for Rush! LOL
And on the drums, the one and only, the GOAT, the Professor, Neil Peart. RESPECT!
Rock in Peace Neil 😔
Yes, Rush! They are sooooo good. Keep going on them. Just three suggestions from them Spirit of Rádio, Limelight, YYZ.
Keep rockin'. Peace
Not to argue but go listen to Jethro Tull Bursting Out from 1978. Barriemore Barlow did all the things Neil would do but much earlier. Just to compare.
@@Rock_Snob till wasn't much earlier. Although I love me some Jethro
@@ericburch2531 I get it.. but I saw Tull years before Rush was popular. I think they are both phenomenal drummers, but one was doing it a few years earlier.
John Bonham said “Barriemore Barlow was the best drummer to ever come out of England”… look it up.
@@Rock_Snob Rush was formed in 1968, hitting highs in the mid 70's.
@@darleendionne6403 I am apparently older than you… 😊
What makes the music of Rush so incredibly special is literally the individual gifts of each of these band members, because every single one of them is an advanced music theorist
The Earth's best ever drummer
This is 1981. Tom Sawyer is a character in a novel. Written by Mark Twain, in the mid 1880s.
Thank you
And it’s a song by Rush from 1981
Classic story of 19th century American youth, by one of the most popular American novelist of all time. Thanks for asking!
@@johnmcclure4983 1981 was musically still the 70s. Same for 1971 being part of the 60s, 1991 and the 80s, 1961 and the 50s.
@@RonJohn63 That's just, like, your opinion, man.
The best drummer in the universe
I used to thing so too. New drummers with god like skills are now showing entirely new ways to play. El Estepario Siberiano
Insane sound! Get ready to be shocked! Neil is one of the best (if not the best) rock drummer of all time! Truly sensational!
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I was 12 years old and was playing in the park of my hometown in Thornhill and we heard music coming from the factories so we climbed on the dumpsters and watched these 3 guys playing the coolest music. They noticed us and we thought we were in trouble but they came out and talked about hockey (that's what Canadians do😂) and they told us about themselves and their music and we talked about their cars they were driving nice cars. Then Geddy and Alex gave us guitar picks and Neil gave us drumsticks. They were so down to earth and humble. I didn't know who they were but I went and found out. I went to see them in 87 and 03 truly an amazing experience and a great bunch of guys. RIP Neil❤
Fabulous memory!
Wow. What a great story! I wish I could have been there with ya!
Wow! That is an amazing story. I sat three rows behind "Weird Al" at a B52's concert. yeah that's all I got.... lol.
@@mysterymac38 That's funny I'm not going to lie🤣 But weird Al's a funny guy
OMG! What a story!!!
Samuel Clement also known as Mark Twain was the author of a Classic book entitled Huckleberry Finn . Tom Sawyer was one the main characters. The book is well worth the read. Enjoy.
"This geezers voice"? I love you for that😂
Yeah, I got a good chuckle out of that as well.
TBF geezer just means “guy” in his lingo.
@@dnish6673 yes I've heard it before from Ali G. It's a fun idiom.
Hahah I was in mid comment when he said that I it stunned me for a sec. I was hearing the rattle in this one geezerz head… bahahah
Oh absolutely the BEST MUSICIANS WERE ABSOLUTELY 60’s-90’s I could narrow it down but had to stretch it for the sake of some of the ones sprinkled in and out of the decade ❤
@@chriscarpenter1420 - I also loved when he said "This is too beautiful to pause it"! 😊
Arguably the sickest 3-piece group to ever take to the stage. All of them are phenomenal. Geddy is one of the best bass players I've ever seen, in addition to the vocals, and keyboard work. Alex is probably in my personal top 10 guitarists ever. Then there is Neil, who was and likely still remains in basically everyone's top 5, or even 3, and often 1 greatest drummer in rock history. There are very few bands that I consider to have the kind of musical sophistication of classical composers. Rush is one of them.
And don’t forget he plays the keyboards with his feet at the same time as the bass!
Greatest 3 pc band in Rock history!
These guys are on the same level with Led Zeppelin for me. Each person is a master at their craft. How they got together must be a small miracle!!
The cleanest drums ever🤘🥁 RIP Neil Peart
RIP Neal Peart!!! Greatest drummer ever, in my opinion.
New drummers with god like skills are now showing entirely new ways to play. El Estepario Siberiano
3 geniuses. Huge rabbit hole. Neil Peart the drummer/lyricist one of the best drummers ever. May he rest in peace.
Not going down the Rush rabbit hole would be criminal. One of the greatest bands of all time.
Your right, been doing it 40 years 😂
RUSH rabbit hole, PLEASE!!
More Rush, please. They are the real deal.
I used to play drums, and all of the accolades about Peart are true, but Geddy's bass playing is world-class, and Alex can play the hell out of a guitar. How the three of them could find one another and mesh as well as they did (professionally and personally) is a gift from God.
Alex is probably in the top ten all time. Just did get the recognition because of the extreme talent of Neil and Geddy.
Best three piece band ever , arguably best bass player and drummer and top 10 guitarists of all time.
The fact they created this with only three musicians is simply amazing 😮
"Tom Sawyer" is a book by Marc Twain. The video is early 80's.
He's not American, he's not going to know Twain.
@selfdisciplineformen8012 yet we know Dickens and Shakespeare...or at least we should
@@selfdisciplineformen8012 now he does
@@selfdisciplineformen8012American kids don't even know him anymore now that Twain is banned 🤬
@@Kevin_Fiol They will when this postmodern fog clears. And if it doesn't, we still have Rush to remind us
These 3 have influenced more musicians than anyone on the planet
Tony and Geezer might argue with that. Lol. Rush belongs with greatest.
@@zepdeadly4100 Thankfully my uncle's introduced me to Sabbath and Rush in '75, so I can't argue with that
Well there was that band called the Beatles who I believe might have had a tad more influence-LOL!
How ignorant can one man be Duh!! Lennon and Macartney in your opinion had less influence with the Beatles than Rush LOLOLOLOL And I love Rush. Defo the actions of a Troll
@@dbriddie9525 im not trying to discredit anyone
The singer is my old classmate Getty Lee
COOL. Love him
Probably the greatest drummer of all time. And an even better human being. Neil the GOAT R.I.P.
I love Rush! Spirit of the radio awesome too! Geddy Lee as singer is unique
Canada’s super band. The drummer, considered one of/“the best” in the world. Take that “Rush” rabbit hole! 🙏🏼
I love seeing people geek out when they first hear rush
Actually blocked off my calendar for this. Rush is my favorite band of all time
For a 10 minute video🤡🤦♂️
"Is this a popular song? It only has 77 million views". You're awesome. Glad you found these guys.
So fortunate to have been a youth to catch these guys rock the house in the 80's live. What a time to be alive!
💯 agree. Moving pictures 1981, McNichols Arena Denver Colorado USA
I saw them live - an amazing show back in 1982.
Saw them twice in the 2010s and they were still shit hot
It's 1981, dude ... Tom Sawyer is the name of a character in author Mark Twain's books back in the late 1800's. Rush used the name to espouse the characteristics of a modern day individualist. Geddy Lee = bass, keys, vocals / Alex Lifeson = guitars / Neil Peart (pronounced Peert) = drums, percussion
There's only 3, yet their power is IMMENSE !!!
Next up - the song Xanadu LIVE FROM EXIT...STAGE LEFT - DO IT! LOVED this reaction ... welcome to the world of RUSH 🇨🇦🎶🎤🎸🎹🥁
This was my own intro to Rush. It's reckoned to be the ideal entry point into their catalogue. It starts the album Moving Pictures. I bought it 3 times because the first 2 copies always jumped in the same place.
I would highly recommend starting a RUSH day. They are often described as your favorite band's favorite band. They have 40 years of amazing music.
YES YES YES. One of the best bands of all time ❤
If he likes Rush he should also check out... Yes, lol.
Welcome to RUSH. You are very welcome to the family. Legions of loyal fans. Platinum album after platinum album. Sold out shows all over the world with absolutely no mainstream radio play. There music and musicianship did all the talking and publicity fir them. Can't wait till you delve into their music even more.
Geddy Lee: vocals, bass/bass pedals and keyboards.
Alex Liefson: guitars
Neil Peart: drums and percussion
3 ABSOLUTE LEGENDS 🤘🏻🇬🇧🖤
You’ve been blown away by what is perhaps the greatest three piece rock band to have existed. Nearly 50 years of progressive rock and all of it, uniquely their own sound. There was no one like them. It’s a long, incredible ride. Take it in and enjoy it. Rush just makes you feel good, think, and appreciate the human condition.
THREE OF THE GREATEST MUSICIANS EVER!
Definitely go down this rabbit hole. They are a musicians band with all 3 being masters of their craft.
Geddy Lee's voice is usually a like it or hate it thing, but since you like it, you really should hear more.
Oh and Neil's lyrics are incredibly poetic.
Yes. I've been looking forward to you reacting to older bands like Rush, AC/DC, Heart, Led Zeppelin etc
I have to say this….i was watching your reactions and I was all smiles. Seeing the look of dazed bewilderment on your face, trying to take it all in, figuring it all out.
Geddy Lee is the bassist, vocalist and synthesist, and yeah his voice is unique as hell.
Neil Peart is the drummer. And yeah his drumming on this song is just mind boggling. His precision, energy and complexity is just jaw dropping.
Alex Lifeson on guitars. He is known for coming up with bizarre ass chords and some truly wicked soloing.
The impression you’re left with is “how can so much sound come out of just 3 people?”
They were all serious technical masters of their craft, and they were only 27, 28 years old when they first recorded Tom Sawyer.
It was the first song off their Moving Pictures album released in early 1981, but recorded/produced in 1980. So you were really close as to WHEN this song came out.
It makes me so happy you enjoyed this. It means a lot.
Neil Peart has a drum solo that will blow your f’n mind
The one from Berlin, I presume? And yes it will!!
Whoops, I meant Frankfurt 😬
Rush is a league of their own 🤘
Thanks for the react‼It's one of my favorite rock songs and on repeat in my playlist when I'm feeling good absorbing the energy. Rush was very big back in their day!!🎶🎹🎸🥁
*WORKING MAN*
RUSH 👍
This
Live version is a must ua-cam.com/video/uJz049s4Pbg/v-deo.html
Of course the album version is an early banger but the Live in Cleveland is on another level for any band in any era
Yes! Working Man!
@@apctest8359it is a good version but it's just
not the real McCoy WORKING MAN 💪😎🤙
Keep in mind, this is just three dudes jammin’ like this. The level of talent of each member is truly amazing. RIP Neil, you were one of the best that ever sat behind a kit.
It's so cool seeing a new generation getting introduced to Rush. Truly one of the greatest bands of all time. Unbelievable talents.
One of the three times in my 60yrs that I cried when I heard a famous person died was when I heard Neil Peart died.
Still one of my favorite groups of all time.
Neil Peart. The Greatest Percussionist of ALL Time.
Neil Peart is also one of the greatest lyricists of all time.
Geddy Lee, One of the greatest bassists of all time.
Alex Lifeson, One of the great guitarists who was never really recognized because of the two giant he was with.
Congratulations, my young friend, you are in for a treat.
I bought these albums as they came out
First, find one of Peart's drum solo videos.
Now...strap your arse in, grab something to drink and a snack, and find the video for the album 2112.
An entire album side (please don't ask me what an album is) 21 minutes long.
Find the full version on their website with the animation that goes with it.
I cannot tell you how jealous I am of you.
Hearing these masters of their instruments for the first time.
🍻Slainté
In case anyone asks, the other two were Robin Williams and author, Terry Pratchett.
Neil Peart. Arguably the greatest drummer of all time. Certainly one of the most innovative... Check out: Neil Peart Drum Solo - Rush Live in Frankfurt
The argument against is, of course, that he doesn't qualify as a drummer. Instead, he is a percussionist.
Geddy Lee on bass and vocals,
Neil Peart, on drums (the finest drummer in the world r.i.p.) and
Alex Lifeson on guitar.
Rock royalty to be certain
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is an 1876 novel by Mark Twain. I studied it for my O level English in the 80's.
The relevance is this:
The character, as introduced in the novel, is very much a smart, precocious kid who constantly rebels against his much put-upon Aunt Polly and his much more conformist half-brother, Sid.
Sawyer's creative mind makes him the leader of a group of boys in his town who all run around together, pull light-hearted pranks, ditch school and constantly get into small amounts of trouble because they won't behave "properly."
The key thing to know, though, is that the novel -- ostensibly written for children -- has as its setting a town in 1840s Missouri.
In other words, the social norms with which Sawyer can never seem to conform are those of the slave-holding Antebellum South of the United States, about 15 years before the outbreak of this country's devastating Civil War.
As such, this "children's story" is rife with Twain's scathing, hilariously satirical commentary about the hypocrisy of those social norms.
So, listen to this song again and follow the lyrics while keeping in mind that literary context. 😁
@@thomashiggins9320 Your synopsis is one of the most accurate, concise comments on Tom Sawyer that I've ever seen. Well said!!! You are correct in that Clemens aka Mark Twain was one of the pre-eminent satirists and humorists of his time.
Rush is a 3-man group out of Canada.
Geddy Lee - Vocals, bass guitar, keyboard
Alex Lifeson - Lead guitar
Neal Peart - Drums, all things percussion
What incredible music from three guys, Gaddy Lee, Neil Pert and Alex Lifeson. Amazing
Spirit of Radio next, plz!
GREAT reaction MollyBoy! It's never, ever too late to dive into Rush!! Be prepared to be blown away, jaw on the floor, gobsmacked at the intricate, progressive, heavy rock you are about to witness with this band! 3 unassuming gents from Toronto, Canada (drummer Neil is from St. Catharines). Geddy Lee on bass, keys & vocals, Alex Lifeson on guitar, and your favourite drummer's favourite drummer, Neil Peart, The Professor, on all things percussion!
Your in for a journey my friend!
For a smattering of what's next: Working Man (live in Cleveland), Xanadu (live in Montreal), Subdivisions (music video is good), YYZ (live in Rio - instrumental), 2112 (once you get your feet wet - there is a graphic novel video - because the lyrics are VERY important with this band).
Oh yes, we're ready for this! Cheers!
These are three of the most gifted musicians in the world my friend! Soak it up and enjoy.
I was privileged enough to see RUSH 8 times live!!! Neil was called "The Professor" for a reason.
Jealous.
I've only seen them 4 times. They blow everyone away
The people that told you no, don’t listen to rush are nuts! Rush is one of the very best progressive rock bands of the late 70s and early 80s they were a band that set the president for bands like tool, Alice In Chains, and a number of others. People just don’t realize how much of an impact rush actually had on music as a hole.. this band showed everyone that heard them but you don’t necessarily have to have a song that is in 4/4 and structured in a certain way. And at the time when their music was around, they’re just wasn’t too many bands that attempted things like that. Genres like jazz, fusion and others that messed with different times signatures just we’re not listened to until rush came along Rush basically brought an entire new way of thinking in to the mainstream. And Tom Sawyer is a great song to get started with this band although it is one of their most played songs. It is that way for a reason as you have just heard. Because it throws some curveballs at you that you totally don’t expect and that is the thing that rush is most known for so I am 100% on board and I don’t know if everyone else is here but this is totally a rabbit hole you should take the space elevator down into.
That's a severely hot take. There are way more bands that influenced a lot more people than this overrated one. On every level.
I would say, in addition, that they were the best prog band through 2015. And I don't know who you'd name now that could possibly claim the title.
@@christophermiller1595none better than R😊😊8ush
PRECEDENT, not "president"....
@@christophermiller1595 "overrated"????? What an epically stupid comment...
Something that most know; even Rush fans, is the lead singer Geddy Lee plays bass, keyboard and other instruments.
You see the video switching between him playing bongos, keyboard, bass AND singing. The reason for this is because Rush put out a fee album's and videos before ever playing live shows.
Geddy admits that he had trouble playing and singing at the same time. In fact, in concert there is much recorded content because he can't play multiple instruments at the same time. He did however sling his bass around behind him and play the keyboard and others.
They were after all only a 3 piece band.
Neil Peart, the drummer only recently passed away.
When touring around the US and Canada, Neil would travel by motorcycle and not ride the tour bus...even in winter!!
The single greatest drummer thats ever lived. That man Niel is known as "The Professor" for a reason. Rush is the greatest 3-piece the world may ever see. Pound for pound, the most talented band thats ever lived
Now do YYZ, live
Geddy Lee on bass/synthesizer and vocals. Alex Lifeson on guitar. "The Professor" Neil Peart on the drums... RIP Neil!
One of the greatest rock songs by one of the greatest rock bands ever. Mesmerizing.
Definitely 70’s and one of the best shows to see live!
Actually Tom Sawyer came out in 1981.
Neil Peart is one of the greatest drummers of all time. Dope reaction homie as always. 🔥🔥
Am Canadian so seen Rush many times as well as some of the best rock bands ever- Rush is literally the best pure rock band ever.
As someone from Toronto, I would argue Rush is one of the best bands to come out of Canada. All incredibly talented musicians
The best drummer you will ever hear!
Possibly the best band Canada has ever produced, I saw them twice in the 1970's. Best concerts I've ever seen(and I've seen a lot}
I’ve watched many videos of people reacting to Tom Sawyer from Rush for the first time, and here’s another one I’m watching right now. Many people watching this video for the first time don’t seem to notice that the dude with the long black hair who’s singing between conga drums with headphones on (Sir Geddy Lee) is also the same guy on keyboards, Taurus pedals (keyboards for your feet), and bass guitar. This version is taken from the actual recording session at Le Studio in Montreal; that’s why you see Ged doing these things separately… live, he does it all practically simultaneously. These three men are the pride of Canada.
Edit: the drummer’s name is Cornelius Elwood Peart, better known as Neil Peart (last name sounds like “peert”). Neil wrote 99.9% of Rush’s lyrics and is widely regarded as one of the greatest rock drummers of all time. RIP Professor. The guitar player’s name is Aleksandar Živojinović, better known as Alex Lifeson. His original last name is Serbian, and translates roughly to “son of life”. He has a chord named after him, the opening chord from “Hemispheres”. It’s an F sharp major with the added 4th and flat 7. Geddy Lee was born Gary Lee Weinrib; Geddy was a nickname given to him by his friends due to his mother’s thick accent. She pronounced Gary as Geddy, and it just stuck. Welcome to Rush Land, hope to see you back again soon ✌🏻
I wish more people knew about Triumph too.
3 musical geniuses right here! Alex, Geddy, and Neil.
Alex Lifeson is the amazing guitarist.
Neil Peart is the Lord of percussion.
Geddy Lee plays bass guitar, synthesizer keyboards, bass synth foot pedals, and he's the singer.
These guys are wizards of rock music!
Thanks man!
Keep crushing it!
Oh shit, we're checking out a Canadian band there eh? Well, they're glorious. As a Canuck, their catalog is about 30% of Rock Radio. For good reason, they're really that good. Drummer was absolutely GOD TIER.
I LOVE this song! Arguably the Greatest drummer of all time
Almost every song they did is incredible. They are in the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame