Imagine being considered one of the top 3 drummers of all time in almost every discussion yet you go and take drum lessons from a premier Jazz drummer for a year to improve your skills.
@@susieq9801 I think Geddy's amazing. But she said in her video that drummers and bassist are underrated. But in Rush it's the other way around. But I think that Alex is amazing. He doesn't get the credit he deserves!!
@@metadeth578 - Absolutely no argument from me. When I was younger I played both drums and bass and they often do ride at the back of the bus. Alex was amazing. All three were masters! I loved Alex's speech when they were inducted into the R&R Hall of Fame. Have you ever seen it? Typical Alex.
What a lot of people don't realize is that after almost 20 yrs of playing rock he took lessons and studied under Freddie Gruber to play Jazz and Swing. RIP Neil you're truly missed.
Neil Peart was a legend. One of the greatest drummers of all time if not the best. Such a sharp intellect. Drums were patterns of speech to Neil. He could sure make them talk. RIP
He was and still is the drummer of drummers. A One Man Drumline. He's been one of my most fave drummers since I was a kid. I was only a 9 year old girl when I picked up the sticks for the first time and taught myself to play. Today I'm a 54 year old lady who plays percussions from time to time in my church choir. Thank you Neil for being one of my inspirations since my childhood and RIP Neil.
Today I'm 56 and yes, he is the reason I picked up the sticks too. The professor was a master of all styles and a master of percussion. He's the only musician I cried for when he passed. I miss him. And as such an amazing musician he was...he was a better person and lyricist. RIP
I have said this before. Really proves that Neil Peart's drum solo's were actual musical scores and not just showing off. Glad I got to see him (and the rest of Rush) live a few times before his passing. The Xylophone part was from his complete song called "Pieces of Eight" that he wrote and published back in 1987. He did show you a history of the various genres of drumming from Marching Band, Drumline, to swing big band. He also wrote majority of the lyrics that were so deep, moving and profound. Enjoy the Rush Rabbit Hole. Thanks for this. our reaction is perfect. keep up the great work.
And now you understand why Rush was so great. Not only was the Professor behind the drums, but the other two members of the band were ridiculous musicians as well. Neil Peart is the reason that I started playing drums 40 years ago.
The music that was added in was him also through triggers. Greatest percussionist, greatest drum composer and a great lyrisist. Just a great human being!
Geddy Lee, the bass player of RUSH is one of the best musician's ever. He played bass, keyboards, and sang often all at the same time. So when Geddy was asked about Neil his response was "he's just such a monster f#cking musician" pretty much says it all. 🎶🎸🥁🎸🎶🔥🙂
Jayy, as a bass player myself, it warmed my heart to hear you acknowledge how important the bass and drums are to ANY band. Especially so if there’s only 3 pieces. To be real. The main reason why a band will have a drum solo, is so that the other members of the band can catch a break. Neil’s solo here alone would have been worth the price of admission! Jayy, you probably noticed that Neil wasn’t playing your typical drum kit. I’ve heard some give the opinion that he didn’t need ALL of that. But it all added to (and enhanced) the bands overall live sound. RIP Neil. And thanks so much!
Being a drummer I totally appreciate your comment about drummers being ignored. Neil was a god to most drummers. He was a total package. He was the best. RIP Neil.
Neil's drum solos were not only amazing in themselves but were also an introduction to many different styles of percussion. The nickname "professor" was well earned. My reaction when I saw him perform live was the same as yours: "How does he DO that?".
The drummer in the black and white footage was one of Neil Peart's idols, his name was Buddy Rich and he too was an absolutely incredible jazz drummer in his own right..... Extra info: that percussionist you just witnessed not only wrote the music for his band Rush, he also wrote all the lyrics on every album they ever recorded...he died from brain cancer not 2 yrs ago, and the music scene is not the same without him...
Neil peart wasn't just an amazing drummer he was also one of the all time great lyricists, Neil passed away from brain cancer January 2020. Another great drumming performance LA VILLA STRANGIATO live TIME MACHINE TOUR, LIVE IN CLEVELAND, and MISSION, live SNAKES AND ARROWS TOUR. great singing and keyboards by geddy Lee- MISSION . Best wishes from the UK.
The music they added was samples of horn stabs actually triggered by Neil hitting the proper piece of his electric kit so it actually was played live by him as you heard it.
He wasn't called the Professor for nothing. He also wrote most of the lyrics for the band. Next check out Rush Working Man live in Cleveland also Where's my thing/ Here it is live in Dallas. Cheers
Neil grew up from the big band Jazz era, like Buddy Rich. He's traveled the world and picked up a lot different cultures of drumming. His older set has evolved through the years before the synthesized drum pads he used gongs, triangles, cow bells, xylophone, chimes, if you hit it he'd make it sing 😉 the earlier comment tells you how he would separate his feet and arms to different cadence. What he didn't tell you was that he relearned how to play different styles of drumming. That's why we call him the Professor.
And Neil wrote close to 95% of the lyrics for Rush. And yeah to echo what someone else said, this is one of the only bands where Alex, the guitarist, is the most underrated of the three of them. All masters of their craft. Neil was the GOAT for sure and I will argue that both Geddy and Alex are, as well. To see them play live will always be some of my most happiest moments.
One of the greatest ever, I was fortunate to see Rush many times throughout the years and they never cease to amaze me. Great reaction I'm glad that you discovered them.
Amazing reaction!!!!!!!! Rio to the professor!!!!!! 🇨🇦. Want Bass and drums? Check out Rush, Leave that thing alone, live version!!!!!!!! Amazing!!!!!!!!!!
Believe me when I tell you, For me to see Neil do this live for over 35 years as a fan was absolutely the price of admission just to see Rush. To see Neil do what he did over many tours up close was just absolutely fascinating to witness.
Neal was the primary lyricist for Rush. Very humble and soft spoken. He was an avid biker. He often rode his bike between gigs. He will be sorely missed.
Thanks gorgeous! Neill Peart is in a rare breed of drummers that elevate the drums to an instrument. There not only keeping time, there adding dimensions to the music. Not only is Neill in a class of about 5 drummers that play AND WRITES some of the best lyrics in Rock/prog! Like EVH, his skill transcends playing the drums and goes straight to expression. He doesn't play drums, he expresses his thoughts and emotions directly through his instrument. There are a handful of drummers that perform at this level.. but The Professor is at the head of the class.
Not only was he the percussionist for Rush (I use percussionist since he was beyond just the drummer), after the first album he was the principal song writer for the band as well.
My only regret is that from 1979 to 2015 is that I only got to see them 38 times live... I know that there are fans that have seen them many many times more times than that. And they never ever let us down.
He came out of the womb drumming😀😀😀. What a great reaction. You’re right a lot of people do sleep on the drummer and bass player. Not when it comes to rush however. I’m a drummer and was inspired by Neil. I went to a lot of concerts and when there’s a drum solo, a lot of people would go to the bathroom and check out. With rush, the drum solo was the highlight of the show! He was the greatest rock percussionist in the world, and he is missed for sure. RIP Neil!
The look on your face…. Beautiful. I was privileged to see that drum solo twice on that tour. It was jaw dropping then, it’s draw dropping now, and it will be jaw dropping in 100 years time. Great reaction and Rest in Peace Professor.
The talent to play EVRYTHING in front of him and it not all being in front of him and being able to reach and play and keep rythym, UNTOUCHED talent this man had.
RIP Neil Peart. So much talent gone too soon. Thank you baby girl for reviewing Rush and this greatest drummer ever. I’m so blessed that I got to see him before he retired and passed. Time to go down the Rush rabbit hole. Please review Spirit of radio, Manhattan project, Ghost of a chance, Roll the bones, Show don’t tell, Turn the page, Big money, Red Barchetta, Mission, Red Sector A (dedicated to his mom [ Geddy Lee] as she is a Holocaust survivor, and Tom Sawyer.
Seeing them live on their final tour playing selections from their entire discography backwards to front was arguably the high point of my life. Rest easy, Professor and thank you for everything
If you get the chance, you really need to see their acceptance speeches to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. It's on You Tube and is quite special. Neil Peart's speech is intelligent and incisive. Geddy Lee's speech is quiet and humble sounding. Guitarist Alex Lifeson's is..........erm.........let's just say I thought it was the best and most unique speech in the history of ANY occasion! All three speeches totally reflect their personalities.
Oh Jayy, now you are touching greatness. When I was in high school in the 1970s the argument was between John Bonham of Led Zeppelin; Carl Palmer of Emerson, Lake & Palmer and Bill Bruford of Yes or Keirh Moon of The Who as to the best drummer of all time. I would have added Lenny White to the argument but in 1976 (my senor year of high schoo) none of my friends knew who he was. Then in March of 1976 I literally wandered into a concert at Gonzaga University (Spokane, Washington) where Rush was about to go on. I had never heard of Rush let alone heard their music. By the end of that show in 1976 I knew I had just heard the best drummer in the world. It would take most everybody else aout 40 yeats and over a dozen more albums to catch up, but it's nice to see that Neil is being recognized for the talent he brought to Rush. Not just behind a drum kit, by the way. "The Professor" as he is fondly remembered, also wrote 99.9% of the lyrics. And he wrote several books and even penned an article or two for drum magazines and even wrote something for a motoring magazine because of his love of motorcycles and fast European cars including the Ferrari 166MM Barchetta he made famous in the song "Red Barchetta" from the album Moving Pictures. *There's a hint there)
That is what the BIG BANG must have sounded like. RUSH..........Thanks again Neil for all the wonderful memories. The silence of you just contemplating what you just saw and heard, Another RUSH fan has been confirmed.
The section where Neil is playing xylophone is from a Modern Drummer instructional record he did in 1985 called "Pieces of Eight". It's a total percussion-oriented composition. I still have it. It still amazes me. And it's on UA-cam, too!
Oh my gosh, as a drummer myself, growing up trying to play like Neil, I've felt like giving up SO many times!! Check out "Working Man " from their first live album, "All The World's A Stage!" He does his first live, recorded drum solo in that song! From 1976, and it will blow you away!!
I always love seeing a person who isn’t familiar with Neil give him a good watch for the first time. It reminds me of the first time I paid close attention to him. Just so much raw talent.
Jayy, watching your face get progressively more amazed as this went on totally made my morning :-). Love you for your genuine appreciation for music in all its forms - keep on rocking!
If he's not your favourite drummer, he's your favourite drummer's favourite drummer! He was in the band called Rush, and he wrote the majority of the lyrics for them. The band itself is three piece, so there was only Neil Peart (the drummer himself), there was also Alex Lifeson, who was the guitarist and backup vocals, and sometimes played the Taurus pedals, and Geddy Lee, the lead singer, bassist, and also keyboardist, and also played the Taurus pedals, sometimes almost the same time. These guys were highly skilled and highly crafted on what they did. Not sure if you have listened to their songs already, but if you haven't, welcome to the world of Rush! They are rock pioneers, and inspired so many. Sadly, Neil left us back in January 2020, but has totally left a legacy for everybody to look back to. Rest in peace, Neil.
Imagine being considered one of the top 3 drummers of all time in almost every discussion yet you go and take drum lessons from a premier Jazz drummer for a year to improve your skills.
Rush is a band that the guitarist is underrated!! The greatest 3 piece band ever. RIP Neil
I think Alex is a great guitarist
@@metadeth578 - How about Geddy? He's an amazing bassist and when he plays keyboards he plays bass pedals with his feet and is their singer.
@@susieq9801 I think Geddy's amazing. But she said in her video that drummers and bassist are underrated. But in Rush it's the other way around. But I think that Alex is amazing. He doesn't get the credit he deserves!!
@@metadeth578 - Absolutely no argument from me. When I was younger I played both drums and bass and they often do ride at the back of the bus. Alex was amazing. All three were masters! I loved Alex's speech when they were inducted into the R&R Hall of Fame. Have you ever seen it? Typical Alex.
@@susieq9801 it was the best speech at the hall of fame
The look on your face watching this was priceless. Neil Peart was taken from this earth way too soon. RIP
What a lot of people don't realize is that after almost 20 yrs of playing rock he took lessons and studied under Freddie Gruber to play Jazz and Swing. RIP Neil you're truly missed.
You're absolutely right. He was always looking to improve. What seems effortless took a lot of practice on his part.
That’s why I would like to believe that the last part was like paying homage to Freddie.
and to top it off he picked up that African vibe from that village he stopped in
You may have just witnessed the greatest rock musician of all time. Let's not forget he was also the main lyricist for Rush.
He was a wizard. The greatest to ever walk the earth.
Fuk yea 🌜neil🌛
Neil Peart was a legend. One of the greatest drummers of all time if not the best. Such a sharp intellect. Drums were patterns of speech to Neil. He could sure make them talk. RIP
The Professor always made his drum solos, far more than just a drum solo.
Fiddlesticks with Drumsticks from the G.O.A. T Neil Peart ! RIP Neil
One of the best, arguably the best percussionist. God Bless and R.I.P.
He was and still is the drummer of drummers. A One Man Drumline. He's been one of my most fave drummers since I was a kid. I was only a 9 year old girl when I picked up the sticks for the first time and taught myself to play. Today I'm a 54 year old lady who plays percussions from time to time in my church choir. Thank you Neil for being one of my inspirations since my childhood and RIP Neil.
Today I'm 56 and yes, he is the reason I picked up the sticks too. The professor was a master of all styles and a master of percussion. He's the only musician I cried for when he passed. I miss him. And as such an amazing musician he was...he was a better person and lyricist. RIP
@@p.h.5752 Totally agree. And Happy Birthday
"The Professor"... doing what he does best on the drum kit🤘🤘
An extraordinary talent... R.I.P.
All three members of RUSH are amazing at what they do.
Neil shines as just an awe inspiring drummer, he is your favorite deummer’s favorite drummer.
I have said this before. Really proves that Neil Peart's drum solo's were actual musical scores and not just showing off. Glad I got to see him (and the rest of Rush) live a few times before his passing. The Xylophone part was from his complete song called "Pieces of Eight" that he wrote and published back in 1987. He did show you a history of the various genres of drumming from Marching Band, Drumline, to swing big band. He also wrote majority of the lyrics that were so deep, moving and profound. Enjoy the Rush Rabbit Hole. Thanks for this. our reaction is perfect. keep up the great work.
Such a fun reaction to someone not really familiar with the late (RIP) Mr Peart. I've rarely seen someone truly be amazed! Glad you liked it!
Born a genius,laid to rest as a genius.
RIP Professor Neil. You won't ever see a drum solo like his... Thanks for doing this. AKA Lowrider.
Neil Peart was not just a drummer. He was THE drummer and a true percussionist.
And now you understand why Rush was so great. Not only was the Professor behind the drums, but the other two members of the band were ridiculous musicians as well. Neil Peart is the reason that I started playing drums 40 years ago.
The music that was added in was him also through triggers. Greatest percussionist, greatest drum composer and a great lyrisist. Just a great human being!
Your reaction was priceless. Yours was an appropriate response. That's why he's called the Professor. Continue on with RUSH
Geddy Lee, the bass player of RUSH is one of the best musician's ever. He played bass, keyboards, and sang often all at the same time. So when Geddy was asked about Neil his response was "he's just such a monster f#cking musician" pretty much says it all. 🎶🎸🥁🎸🎶🔥🙂
Don't forget Geddy played bass pedals too!
Don't forget the hopping around. Geddy likes to hop while playing bass
been watching this man play for 40 years, still cant look away . the best ,RIP professor
There will never be another like him. RIP.
Jayy, as a bass player myself, it warmed my heart to hear you acknowledge how important the bass and drums are to ANY band. Especially so if there’s only 3 pieces. To be real. The main reason why a band will have a drum solo, is so that the other members of the band can catch a break. Neil’s solo here alone would have been worth the price of admission! Jayy, you probably noticed that Neil wasn’t playing your typical drum kit. I’ve heard some give the opinion that he didn’t need ALL of that. But it all added to (and enhanced) the bands overall live sound. RIP Neil. And thanks so much!
"Ladies and Gentlemen, The Professor on the drum kit" My heart still breaks over the loss of this man. Drummer, poet, free thinker, gentleman, icon.
The world lost a truly amazing drummer/dad/husband/writer/traveller/friend when Neil passed away. When God made Neil, he broke the mould.
R.I.P. Neil...I teared up watching this again. Such a loss for us Rush (and music) fans from all over the world ...
Thought I finished crying over his passing until I read your comment
@@robertboston7872 Sorry mate. Don't think any fan of the band will ever forget the impact he had on their lives.
Neil Peart was every drummer's favorite drummer!
R.I.P. Neil Peart.
He was and will forever be the G.O.A.T.
Thanks for sharing, and You Rock, too!!!
I consider him and Bonham spitting the GOAT! Both were great in their own right.
Bass and drums set the foundation of music. set up well they allow the rest of the band the freedom to play. Neil was a beast.
Rush is a band that has been ahead of everything and everyone in music and life. Down the Rabbit hole you went. R.I.P Neil.
He was repeatedly voted best drummer for a reason.
He didnt sweat one drop, never hit the sticks together by accident, never hit a rim by mistake. True excellence. ty
Being a drummer I totally appreciate your comment about drummers being ignored. Neil was a god to most drummers. He was a total package. He was the best. RIP Neil.
Neil's drum solos were not only amazing in themselves but were also an introduction to many different styles of percussion. The nickname "professor" was well earned.
My reaction when I saw him perform live was the same as yours: "How does he DO that?".
The drummer in the black and white footage was one of Neil Peart's idols, his name was Buddy Rich and he too was an absolutely incredible jazz drummer in his own right.....
Extra info: that percussionist you just witnessed not only wrote the music for his band Rush, he also wrote all the lyrics on every album they ever recorded...he died from brain cancer not 2 yrs ago, and the music scene is not the same without him...
Neil peart wasn't just an amazing drummer he was also one of the all time great lyricists, Neil passed away from brain cancer January 2020. Another great drumming performance LA VILLA STRANGIATO live TIME MACHINE TOUR, LIVE IN CLEVELAND, and MISSION, live SNAKES AND ARROWS TOUR. great singing and keyboards by geddy Lee- MISSION . Best wishes from the UK.
The music they added was samples of horn stabs actually triggered by Neil hitting the proper piece of his electric kit so it actually was played live by him as you heard it.
If you look closely the horns section are triggered when Neil hits the cymbals of his drum kit!
Cheers from Canada! 🍻🇨🇦🍻🇨🇦
your eyes said it all!
The expression on your face as it dawned on you he was doing hand over hand while drumming. PRICELESS
He wasn't called the Professor for nothing. He also wrote most of the lyrics for the band. Next check out Rush Working Man live in Cleveland also Where's my thing/ Here it is live in Dallas. Cheers
Neil grew up from the big band Jazz era, like Buddy Rich. He's traveled the world and picked up a lot different cultures of drumming. His older set has evolved through the years before the synthesized drum pads he used gongs, triangles, cow bells, xylophone, chimes, if you hit it he'd make it sing 😉 the earlier comment tells you how he would separate his feet and arms to different cadence. What he didn't tell you was that he relearned how to play different styles of drumming. That's why we call him the Professor.
So melodic. So rhythmic. So entertaining. I love your stunned amazement at the end. RIP Neil. We all miss you.
Love your speechless reaction... R*I*P* Neil... Rush-4-Ever (and beyond)
And Neil wrote close to 95% of the lyrics for Rush. And yeah to echo what someone else said, this is one of the only bands where Alex, the guitarist, is the most underrated of the three of them. All masters of their craft. Neil was the GOAT for sure and I will argue that both Geddy and Alex are, as well. To see them play live will always be some of my most happiest moments.
Neil Peart is known as The Professor for a reason. Consider this a lecture.
Arguably the greatest drummer/lyricist ever. RIP the Professor
One of the greatest ever, I was fortunate to see Rush many times throughout the years and they never cease to amaze me. Great reaction I'm glad that you discovered them.
The GOAT of percussion .. RIP Neil .. we miss you!
He came out of the womb drumming lol! I love you Jayy! You fiddlestickin cracking me up!!!
RIP Mr. Peart. You are missed. GOAT!!!
That is passion backed by a fiddlestick ton of work. :)
Amazing reaction!!!!!!!! Rio to the professor!!!!!! 🇨🇦. Want Bass and drums? Check out Rush, Leave that thing alone, live version!!!!!!!! Amazing!!!!!!!!!!
Believe me when I tell you, For me to see Neil do this live for over 35 years as a fan was absolutely the price of admission just to see Rush.
To see Neil do what he did over many tours up close was just absolutely fascinating to witness.
He came out the womb with drumsticks in his hand
Niel ,you ain't here no more and you just blew this girl mind,good work.
Neil's solo was a trip through the history of drumming. African drumming, marching style, and jazz were included.
Best reaction you’ve ever done. Congratulations!
THAT was some talent!!!!!
Neal was the primary lyricist for Rush. Very humble and soft spoken. He was an avid biker. He often rode his bike between gigs. He will be sorely missed.
Thanks gorgeous!
Neill Peart is in a rare breed of drummers that elevate the drums to an instrument.
There not only keeping time, there adding dimensions to the music.
Not only is Neill in a class of about 5 drummers that play AND WRITES some of the best lyrics in Rock/prog!
Like EVH, his skill transcends playing the drums and goes straight to expression.
He doesn't play drums, he expresses his thoughts and emotions directly through his instrument.
There are a handful of drummers that perform at this level.. but The Professor is at the head of the class.
Not only was he the percussionist for Rush (I use percussionist since he was beyond just the drummer), after the first album he was the principal song writer for the band as well.
I'm SO happy you watched this one Jayy!! I knew you would love it!
It was always a joy to watch Neil play live…, he was a true entertainer, and technician.
He was the best!
My only regret is that from 1979 to 2015 is that I only got to see them 38 times live... I know that there are fans that have seen them many many times more times than that. And they never ever let us down.
Neil was the BEST rock drummer of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, period. Plus, an outstanding lyricist, and humble human being.
He came out of the womb drumming😀😀😀. What a great reaction. You’re right a lot of people do sleep on the drummer and bass player. Not when it comes to rush however. I’m a drummer and was inspired by Neil. I went to a lot of concerts and when there’s a drum solo, a lot of people would go to the bathroom and check out. With rush, the drum solo was the highlight of the show! He was the greatest rock percussionist in the world, and he is missed for sure. RIP Neil!
straight up fiddlesticking amazing
The look on your face…. Beautiful. I was privileged to see that drum solo twice on that tour. It was jaw dropping then, it’s draw dropping now, and it will be jaw dropping in 100 years time. Great reaction and Rest in Peace Professor.
I love watching your expressions as you watch the Professor
And he wrote the most intense lyrics.
The talent to play EVRYTHING in front of him and it not all being in front of him and being able to reach and play and keep rythym, UNTOUCHED talent this man had.
Your reaction to Neil Peart's solo was priceless! Best one yet!
RIP Neil Peart. So much talent gone too soon. Thank you baby girl for reviewing Rush and this greatest drummer ever. I’m so blessed that I got to see him before he retired and passed. Time to go down the Rush rabbit hole. Please review Spirit of radio, Manhattan project, Ghost of a chance, Roll the bones, Show don’t tell, Turn the page, Big money, Red Barchetta, Mission, Red Sector A (dedicated to his mom [ Geddy Lee] as she is a Holocaust survivor, and Tom Sawyer.
Seeing them live on their final tour playing selections from their entire discography backwards to front was arguably the high point of my life. Rest easy, Professor and thank you for everything
WELCOME TO RUSH
Neil said he was never bored in his life, he would just practice more. And it showed...damn did it show.
Peart turned a percussion instrument into a melodic instrument. If he's not your favorite drummer, he's your favorite drummer's favorite drummer.
If you get the chance, you really need to see their acceptance speeches to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. It's on You Tube and is quite special. Neil Peart's speech is intelligent and incisive. Geddy Lee's speech is quiet and humble sounding. Guitarist Alex Lifeson's is..........erm.........let's just say I thought it was the best and most unique speech in the history of ANY occasion! All three speeches totally reflect their personalities.
Great review. Thank you very much.
Those 6 people who gave the thumbs down clearly know NOTHING about talent, music, and especially drumming.
The look on your face...PRICELESS.
Oh Jayy, now you are touching greatness. When I was in high school in the 1970s the argument was between John Bonham of Led Zeppelin; Carl Palmer of Emerson, Lake & Palmer and Bill Bruford of Yes or Keirh Moon of The Who as to the best drummer of all time. I would have added Lenny White to the argument but in 1976 (my senor year of high schoo) none of my friends knew who he was. Then in March of 1976 I literally wandered into a concert at Gonzaga University (Spokane, Washington) where Rush was about to go on. I had never heard of Rush let alone heard their music. By the end of that show in 1976 I knew I had just heard the best drummer in the world. It would take most everybody else aout 40 yeats and over a dozen more albums to catch up, but it's nice to see that Neil is being recognized for the talent he brought to Rush. Not just behind a drum kit, by the way. "The Professor" as he is fondly remembered, also wrote 99.9% of the lyrics. And he wrote several books and even penned an article or two for drum magazines and even wrote something for a motoring magazine because of his love of motorcycles and fast European cars including the Ferrari 166MM Barchetta he made famous in the song "Red Barchetta" from the album Moving Pictures. *There's a hint there)
That is what the BIG BANG must have sounded like. RUSH..........Thanks again Neil for all the wonderful memories.
The silence of you just contemplating what you just saw and heard, Another RUSH fan has been confirmed.
R.I.P. Mr. Neil Peart. ❤️🙌🏻
You just witnessed greatness! The Professor!
Best drummer of all time!
What else can I say? Glad you enjoyed this solo.
That part at the end was a tribute to the drummer in the video . I love he did that at the end honored the past swing big band...Our Professor. Cheers
The section where Neil is playing xylophone is from a Modern Drummer instructional record he did in 1985 called "Pieces of Eight". It's a total percussion-oriented composition.
I still have it. It still amazes me. And it's on UA-cam, too!
One of the best drummers to ever live
His drumming is going through all of the songs that Rush played and more! Rest In Peace Neil miss you 😢.
The greatest to ever do it.
Oh my gosh, as a drummer myself, growing up trying to play like Neil, I've felt like giving up SO many times!! Check out "Working Man " from their first live album, "All The World's A Stage!" He does his first live, recorded drum solo in that song! From 1976, and it will blow you away!!
Neil also wrote ALL the lyrics to every Rush song!!
Peart. Pier, like at the ocean, with a hard T at the end. Pier-T. Neil Peart.
Rush was never one of my favorite bands but you give respect where respect is due. JUST GOES TO SHOW YOU WE HAD THE GREATEST MUSIC EEEVVEERRRRR.
I always love seeing a person who isn’t familiar with Neil give him a good watch for the first time. It reminds me of the first time I paid close attention to him. Just so much raw talent.
Jayy, if you want to do more Peart drum solos, check out his "Buddy Rich' drum solo. RIP Prof. Peart ❤
Jayy, watching your face get progressively more amazed as this went on totally made my morning :-). Love you for your genuine appreciation for music in all its forms - keep on rocking!
You just witnessed the greatest rock drummer who ever walked the earth.
If he's not your favourite drummer, he's your favourite drummer's favourite drummer!
He was in the band called Rush, and he wrote the majority of the lyrics for them. The band itself is three piece, so there was only Neil Peart (the drummer himself), there was also Alex Lifeson, who was the guitarist and backup vocals, and sometimes played the Taurus pedals, and Geddy Lee, the lead singer, bassist, and also keyboardist, and also played the Taurus pedals, sometimes almost the same time.
These guys were highly skilled and highly crafted on what they did. Not sure if you have listened to their songs already, but if you haven't, welcome to the world of Rush!
They are rock pioneers, and inspired so many. Sadly, Neil left us back in January 2020, but has totally left a legacy for everybody to look back to.
Rest in peace, Neil.