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The drumming gets me every time I watch this video. Compexity, nuance, Power, ferocity and precision. He’s is just back there owning it. RIP The Professor.
This song came out in 1982. Yes, Geddy will sing, play bass with his hand and synth with his feet at times. Alex will also use the moog petals at times and also play keyboards as well switching off his guitar to do so. All are multi talented individuals.
@@christophercattieNeil worked with his dad in an auto body supply store before getting the opportunity to meet Ged and Alex awite ... "Circumstances" play a part son ...
This song is autobiographical for Rush because it is their experience with being outcasts. Growing up many of us related to the feeling of not feeling in. Rush always connected to me in a very deep way. Most will if you listen to the lyrics.
There was an interview with Eddie van halen and he asked what it was like to be the best guitarist in the world and he replied''I dont know ask Alex Lifeson''
read the article David Lee Roth mentions on Moving Picture tour where both bands crews had a scuffle in the UK hotel bar- no doubt Eddie/VH was interested in what and how Rush was incorporating keyboards into their music the album 1984 by VH you can hear the influence from Rush
Neil plays so perfect to the song, that if you listened to JUST the drums, the beats wouldn't make any sense. A good drummer always plays to the requirements of the song. Several other songs have beats that would make no sense without the accompanying music - The Cars " its all I can do" Led Zeppelin " no quarter", Genesis " turn it on again", Styx " the red storm" . Weird time signatures, that change on a dime, but crafted to fit the songs
1982, the year I graduated from high school. This song could have been about me and my friends who were the poor kids, while the rich kids had their own cliques and clubs. We did not conform to their lifestyles because we could not afford to so we were cast out (actually never allowed in). To this day I avoid my high school reunions.
“Subdivisions” was on the “Signals” album, which was released in September, 1982. Neil Peart wrote the lyrics. The video was filmed around the same time in downtown Toronto and the surrounding suburbs.
Rush, Tom Sawyer, la villa strangiato, closer to the heart, dreamline, witch-hunt, limelight, vital signs, natural science, 2112 album, headlong flight, xanadu, cynusx1, hemispheres album, red barchetta, yyz, passage to Bangkok, the trees, new world man, leave that thing alone, something for nothing, , working man, the analog kid, , roll the bones with rap, countdown ..there's tonnes more rush song's..WITH RUSH THE SAUCE NEVER EVER RUNS OUT..GET INTO THE RABBIT HOLE OF RUSH..IT WILL CATAPULT YOU BOTH INTO ANOTHER DIMENSION..LIFE CHANGING
the genius of rush how they could make odd time sound normal for audience this intro is in 7/8 time then shifts seamless into 4/4 common time and accent hits are really 4:3 ( sounds like time against time) meter and replicated this note for note over decades of touring crazy good
Great reaction, as usual!! You may or may not want to react to this, but Rush's live "Xanadu" from Exit Stage Left will give you an education regarding what these 3 talented multi-taskers can do as a trio on stage.
You are correct about that "Van Halen Vibe" with the keyboards - Geddy and Eddie both used the Oberheim OB-CA which was a powerhouse synth for early 80's prog rock .. 😀
If you have any doubt- watch Pearts solo in Frankfurt……you’ll make your decision if you’re actually interested in instruments and pure, solid talent…. No one can touch him. RIP- you probably don’t even know we lost him in 2020….
next... roundabout by Yes. Chris Squire on bass inspired Geddy Lee here and is considered a bass god. And Rick Wakeman in a sea of keys. Jon Anderson, Steve Howe, Bill Bruford on drums
Geddy does vocals, bass, keyboards and plays a footboard controller for another synthesizer; his main keyboard here is an Oberheim OB-Xa synthesizer, the smaller keyboard on top is a MiniMoog + he has a Moog Taurus II bass synth he plays with a foot controller, man of many talents
I love how every Rush- Subdivisions reaction, no one ever mentions that game that was being played at the end of the video except for you guys… Polybius (the game that never really existed) how does Rush have Polybius in their video when that arcade game was supposedly banned worldwide in 1981 (the year the video came out)
You guys nailed it. The album arrived on the airwaves in 1982. This one is my fav highway song.... Smooth... And a message, too. So thankful that my college roommate owned this album.. my budget was kinda limited haha...
This came out in the Fall of 1982, I know I bought it uring that time, because I was in my forst fall semester of college. It sounded so great on the Amps of the time Technics, etc.
You silly boys. You just listened to the greatest rock song of all time....for a multitude of reasons. Your next Rush song HAS TO BE "Animate". You are welcome!
It's so cool to see young viewers listen and react to such wonderful prog songs from the 80's. This song is from the Signals album from 1982. Thank you for sharing and for your reaction.
Was in highschool when this came out, still relevant, love the subdivision voice. Yes, in my highschool days there were guys with full mustache's. Nice to see you have the same hair styles as in the video!
New subscriber here after seeing your Rush reactions. You found a field of deep rabbit holes, and if you're serious music fans your lives are about to change. Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Pink Floyd, Yes, The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Joseph Arthur, Genesis, Jethro Tull, Deep Purple, Hendrix, Rolling Stones... The list is very, very long. A common start to new music horizons is Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen. Please play the live version of In Your Eyes by Peter Gabriel. Have fun!
As a Kid who grew up in a subdivision this one made me think. Before one of us hit 16 and got our DL this is very accurate. Once we hit 16 it was katy bar the door we were heading into town and going to the bars we could get into. Man was that ever a fantastic moment!!!
I heard this when it came out. The lyrics are a deep message, and easily identifiable to anyone, any time, who's felt like an outcast. I've come to believe that there is another, unspoken, message in its crafting. They too have felt that way. Have a great day!
Enjoyed it. When listening to Rush and many other bands you may want to dive into the lyrics. Especially this song at the age you guys are at. You should be able to relate. And actually we still relate to it late in life.
I saw them every year from 76-2005 In 76 they played a tiny arena in Flint Michigan. We took my dads Suburban and 7 of us went to the show. I was 17 and was supposed to be home at 12:00. At 2:30 am I pulled in and when the lights shone across the front deck my dad was standing there with his arms crossed.
Queen "One Vision " Official Video , Guns and Roses Paradise City, AC/DC Live at RIverplate-- Whole lot of Rosi , The Jack , Highway to hell,. Cant go wrong with any song from Riverplate its easily the greatest live crowd ever. The one show you would want to go back in time and attend.
Here are a few more playlist-worthy suggestions: Limelight, official music video YYZ Live In Rio Xanadu, Exit Stage Left Working Man Live In Cleveland 2112, Toronto Molson Amphitheater, 1997 Leave That Thing Alone, Toronto Molson Amphitheater, 1997 🎤 🎹 🎸 🥁 🎸 🔥 🔥 🔥
In my senior year in high school, I was able to grow a mustache. I was often recruited to buy alcohol at the liquor stores that we knew didn’t card at the time. It was different back then. I probably get carded more now than I did as a teenager.
My personal favorite song, by my personal all time favorite band. Great reactions guys!!! I was about 14 when this song came out and could relate in a major way with the message.
Maybe try something off the Power Windows record like The Big Money or Grand Designs? Keyboard era with great production/musicianship. One of my favorite Rush records.
Seen rush the first time in Marquette mi in 77 and 6 times after in and around Norfolk VA when I was in the navy last time was 86 or so always sounded great,( rip professor)
Neil the drummer wrote this , He was reflecting on his time in school being a book worm and not fitting in with the click , being an out cast , The Bass player and Guitar player were in the same situation, the kid not in the car was a cast out from the others , Also this song refers to having your life pre planned by others not being able to develop your own life ,
RUSH is the "thinking mans" rock. They hit it big in the US with their track "Working Man" back in '73 or '74. ( the rock version not the later reggae version)
Geddy Lee plays Bass. Vocals, Keyboard and foot pedals. Often all in the same song he's doing all that. And he does it live. When you watch a live video. Jump into 1981 Xanadu Exit Stage Left at some point. If you appreciate musicianship. You will be amazed
As much as I love the original song, my favorite version of it is from their A Show of Hands live album. To me, it's the proper way that song should've been made. There's something about the cheesy keyboard sound in the original I can't get over. Either way it's an awesome song. Rush was way ahead of their time. 👌
I don’t think they’ll pick up on what bands like RUSH are getting across in their songs. Bands like RUSH have a deep message in their songs, there’s just not much of that in music today.
I love your podcast. I love rush, one of my favorite another one of my favorite. I think more than rush is the band. Yes try your no disgrace by yes and then close to the edge and and I've seen all good people. Great song! This music is real progressive so maybe you might not like it. I'll send you guys some money. I don't want to join patreon but I would like to send you some money. So in your description if you got a PayPal account or something and plus you guys are so good looking should be a law against it but I'm glad there isn't 🤣
The drumming gets me every time I watch this video. Compexity, nuance, Power, ferocity and precision. He’s is just back there owning it. RIP The Professor.
great comment neils drumming on the money on this track
This song came out in 1982. Yes, Geddy will sing, play bass with his hand and synth with his feet at times. Alex will also use the moog petals at times and also play keyboards as well switching off his guitar to do so. All are multi talented individuals.
Amazing beat, cerebral lyrics, Neal Peart, killer 80's synth. What's not to love? Keep listening to this "old school" music. Keep it alive.
A small line in this song holds a massive lesson: "Some will sell their dreams for small desires"
That verse if my favorite. We all do it for the most part. What did you dream of doing as a kid and what are you doing now?
That is what stood out to me back in the 1980s when I first heard the song.
@@christophercattieNeil worked with his dad in an auto body supply store before getting the opportunity to meet Ged and Alex awite ... "Circumstances" play a part son ...
I’m not sure anyone can Understand the line, ‘some will sell their dreams for small desires’ anymore.
This song is autobiographical for Rush because it is their experience with being outcasts. Growing up many of us related to the feeling of not feeling in. Rush always connected to me in a very deep way. Most will if you listen to the lyrics.
There was an interview with Eddie van halen and he asked what it was like to be the best guitarist in the world and he replied''I dont know ask Alex Lifeson''
read the article David Lee Roth mentions on Moving Picture tour where both bands crews had a scuffle in the UK hotel bar- no doubt Eddie/VH was interested in what and how Rush was incorporating keyboards into their music the album 1984 by VH you can hear the influence from Rush
'82' you both WIN!!! YOU'RE LISTENING TO RUSH!!!
Neil plays so perfect to the song, that if you listened to JUST the drums, the beats wouldn't make any sense. A good drummer always plays to the requirements of the song. Several other songs have beats that would make no sense without the accompanying music - The Cars " its all I can do" Led Zeppelin " no quarter", Genesis " turn it on again", Styx " the red storm" . Weird time signatures, that change on a dime, but crafted to fit the songs
This song was loved by many a nerd including myself. It described my life in high school where I felt like an outsider.
Filmed at my high school. And captured the feel of the subdivisions perfectly.
Is that in Toronto?
@@funkster007 in Scarborough a suburb of Toronto. The downtown shots are Toronto.
@@chardo3440 Very cool
i work at this school in 82 l.amarou ci
@chardo3440 I am a Scarb myself, though not by birth.
1982, the year I graduated from high school. This song could have been about me and my friends who were the poor kids, while the rich kids had their own cliques and clubs. We did not conform to their lifestyles because we could not afford to so we were cast out (actually never allowed in). To this day I avoid my high school reunions.
“Subdivisions” was on the “Signals” album, which was released in September, 1982. Neil Peart wrote the lyrics. The video was filmed around the same time in downtown Toronto and the surrounding suburbs.
Rush, Tom Sawyer, la villa strangiato, closer to the heart, dreamline, witch-hunt, limelight, vital signs, natural science, 2112 album, headlong flight, xanadu, cynusx1, hemispheres album, red barchetta, yyz, passage to Bangkok, the trees, new world man, leave that thing alone, something for nothing, , working man, the analog kid, , roll the bones with rap, countdown ..there's tonnes more rush song's..WITH RUSH THE SAUCE NEVER EVER RUNS OUT..GET INTO THE RABBIT HOLE OF RUSH..IT WILL CATAPULT YOU BOTH INTO ANOTHER DIMENSION..LIFE CHANGING
Freewill?
Malignant Narcissism?
Where’s my thing?
Bytor?
Driven?
Come on man!!!!!
@@markferrett700 ok dude
@@markferrett700 you never know
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the genius of rush how they could make odd time sound normal for audience this intro is in 7/8 time then shifts seamless into 4/4 common time and accent hits are really 4:3 ( sounds like time against time) meter
and replicated this note for note over decades of touring crazy good
Great reaction, as usual!! You may or may not want to react to this, but Rush's live "Xanadu" from Exit Stage Left will give you an education regarding what these 3 talented multi-taskers can do as a trio on stage.
ABSOLUTELY
#Facts 🤗🥰🐰
Rush have 168 songs that fit the category playlist worthy. 😊
So they have 168 songs?
Filmed in 1982 Toronto.....long gone.
The video game was Tempest, loved it.
You are correct about that "Van Halen Vibe" with the keyboards - Geddy and Eddie both used the Oberheim OB-CA which was a powerhouse synth for early 80's prog rock .. 😀
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If you have any doubt- watch Pearts solo in Frankfurt……you’ll make your decision if you’re actually interested in instruments and pure, solid talent…. No one can touch him. RIP- you probably don’t even know we lost him in 2020….
I love the aerial shots of my home town circa 1982.
next... roundabout by Yes. Chris Squire on bass inspired Geddy Lee here and is considered a bass god. And Rick Wakeman in a sea of keys. Jon Anderson, Steve Howe, Bill Bruford on drums
Geddy does vocals, bass, keyboards and plays a footboard controller for another synthesizer; his main keyboard here is an Oberheim OB-Xa synthesizer, the smaller keyboard on top is a MiniMoog + he has a Moog Taurus II bass synth he plays with a foot controller, man of many talents
If you haven't listened to it yet guys, I highly recommend "The Weapon" from the Signals album. It's Rush at their absolute best.
Rush started that synth sound before Van Halen 1984 album. But you guys still do a great job, 👍
That's Toronto you are seeing and surrounding suburbs. I lived in a suburb so this song always resonated with me.
I love how every Rush- Subdivisions reaction, no one ever mentions that game that was being played at the end of the video except for you guys… Polybius (the game that never really existed) how does Rush have Polybius in their video when that arcade game was supposedly banned worldwide in 1981 (the year the video came out)
That is a game called Tempest
You guys nailed it. The album arrived on the airwaves in 1982. This one is my fav highway song.... Smooth... And a message, too. So thankful that my college roommate owned this album.. my budget was kinda limited haha...
This came out in the Fall of 1982, I know I bought it uring that time, because I was in my forst fall semester of college. It sounded so great on the Amps of the time Technics, etc.
You silly boys. You just listened to the greatest rock song of all time....for a multitude of reasons. Your next Rush song HAS TO BE "Animate". You are welcome!
Check out our Rush playlist!!
It's a three man band. Amazing
You didn’t like when Alex said “subdivisions”. Excellent critique! 😂
By far the best use of the video game Tempest in a music video.
You guys are great, Rush fan since 74, you know your stuff which makes your channel very relevant.
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As teenagers you don't understand subdivisions now, but you may in time.
Yeah, most pick up on the 'outcast' thing. I figured these guys, at their age, would. They must be in the 'Cool Kids' group! haha
Conform or be cast out, that's a deep line of growing up as a unique kid
The video game they were playing is called Tempest
Greatest rock band of all time lyrics tells a lot about our society
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Real music….by 3 talented people.
"Be cool or be cast out" that would make a cool T shirt.
It's so cool to see young viewers listen and react to such wonderful prog songs from the 80's. This song is from the Signals album from 1982. Thank you for sharing and for your reaction.
Geddy plays Taurus pedals too, so does Alex
This came out my Freshman year in High School 1982. So California.
Was in highschool when this came out, still relevant, love the subdivision voice. Yes, in my highschool days there were guys with full mustache's. Nice to see you have the same hair styles as in the video!
Haha! Check out our Rush Playlist on our account!
all 3 members of rush play multiple instruments
I was a 16 or 17 year old highschooler when this came out. And I played that arcade game (Tempest).
New subscriber here after seeing your Rush reactions. You found a field of deep rabbit holes, and if you're serious music fans your lives are about to change. Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Pink Floyd, Yes, The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Joseph Arthur, Genesis, Jethro Tull, Deep Purple, Hendrix, Rolling Stones... The list is very, very long. A common start to new music horizons is Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen. Please play the live version of In Your Eyes by Peter Gabriel. Have fun!
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As a Kid who grew up in a subdivision this one made me think.
Before one of us hit 16 and got our DL this is very accurate.
Once we hit 16 it was katy bar the door we were heading into town and going to the bars we could get into.
Man was that ever a fantastic moment!!!
Hello. May I suggest wearing earbuds in both ears to experience the full Rush sound. Thanks for the reaction, from a lifelong Rush fan👍🏽
I heard this when it came out.
The lyrics are a deep message, and easily identifiable to anyone, any time, who's felt like an outcast. I've come to believe that there is another, unspoken, message in its crafting. They too have felt that way.
Have a great day!
Best Live Performance
RUSH - Xanadu - Live In Montreal 1981 (2021 HD Remaster 60fps)
Alex Lifeson - 6 string guitar, 12 string guitar, pedal synthesizer, volume pedal; Geddy Lee - Vocals, bass guitar, 6 string guitar, foot pedal synthesizer, electric piano/synthesizer; Neil Peart - Lyrics, Drums, orchestra bells, tubular bells, wind chimes, crotales, timbales, timpani, gong, temple blocks, bell tree, triangle, and melodic cowbells.
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Enjoyed it. When listening to Rush and many other bands you may want to dive into the lyrics. Especially this song at the age you guys are at. You should be able to relate. And actually we still relate to it late in life.
The album was released in 1982, that school is just in the northern part of my city called Earl Haig secondary school.
The 80's
Not sure if its been mentioned but when listening to rush, reading the lyrics is critical. Great music, great musicianship and great lyrics. Have fun
lyrics are deep on this one
I saw them every year from 76-2005 In 76 they played a tiny arena in Flint Michigan. We took my dads Suburban and 7 of us went to the show. I was 17 and was supposed to be home at 12:00. At 2:30 am I pulled in and when the lights shone across the front deck my dad was standing there with his arms crossed.
Queen "One Vision " Official Video , Guns and Roses Paradise City, AC/DC Live at RIverplate-- Whole lot of Rosi , The Jack , Highway to hell,. Cant go wrong with any song from Riverplate its easily the greatest live crowd ever. The one show you would want to go back in time and attend.
Check out our Back in Black Reaction!
Here are a few more playlist-worthy suggestions:
Limelight, official music video
YYZ Live In Rio
Xanadu, Exit Stage Left
Working Man Live In Cleveland
2112, Toronto Molson Amphitheater, 1997
Leave That Thing Alone, Toronto Molson Amphitheater, 1997
🎤 🎹 🎸 🥁 🎸 🔥 🔥 🔥
Check out the Rush Playlist we have on our channel where we reacted to most of those songs!
In my senior year in high school, I was able to grow a mustache. I was often recruited to buy alcohol at the liquor stores that we knew didn’t card at the time. It was different back then. I probably get carded more now than I did as a teenager.
Thanks for rush reactions maybe "bi tor and the snow dog"?
My personal favorite song, by my personal all time favorite band. Great reactions guys!!! I was about 14 when this song came out and could relate in a major way with the message.
Maybe try something off the Power Windows record like The Big Money or Grand Designs? Keyboard era with great production/musicianship. One of my favorite Rush records.
Check those songs out on our Rush Playlist!!
Dog walk your way to headphones , it’s worth it
Seen rush the first time in Marquette mi in 77 and 6 times after in and around Norfolk VA when I was in the navy last time was 86 or so always sounded great,( rip professor)
Neil the drummer wrote this , He was reflecting on his time in school being a book worm and not fitting in with the click , being an out cast , The Bass player and Guitar player were in the same situation, the kid not in the car was a cast out from the others , Also this song refers to having your life pre planned by others not being able to develop your own life ,
RUSH is the "thinking mans" rock. They hit it big in the US with their track "Working Man" back in '73 or '74. ( the rock version not the later reggae version)
Hopefully, you listen to the song with the lyrics so you can appreciate what a great Writer Neil was...
Gotta look at some live stuff…YYZ in rio, working man in Cleveland
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Geddy Lee plays Bass. Vocals, Keyboard and foot pedals. Often all in the same song he's doing all that. And he does it live. When you watch a live video. Jump into 1981 Xanadu Exit Stage Left at some point. If you appreciate musicianship. You will be amazed
You guys need to put HEADPHONES on- ear pods are for Big Mono - Most 70's rock is STEREO.
Xanadu live 🔥
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Song came out in 1982 but you both were close.
So good!!
Prog Rock does a lot of tempo changes if interested check out YES
Great reaction!! You should check out Natural Science, next. See what you think.
Motley crew wild side banger
This is before Van Halen
As much as I love the original song, my favorite version of it is from their A Show of Hands live album. To me, it's the proper way that song should've been made. There's something about the cheesy keyboard sound in the original I can't get over. Either way it's an awesome song. Rush was way ahead of their time. 👌
PLEASE react to Red Sector A. Great music and great lyrics by The Professor Neil based on the holocaust, of which Geddy’s parents were survivors.
tempest is the name of the game.
I don’t think they’ll pick up on what bands like RUSH are getting across in their songs.
Bands like RUSH have a deep message in their songs, there’s just not much of that in music today.
A different time boys
🏆🏆🏆!
Cool jam
Nice!
1982
Listen to Xanadu
live
What do you think of the song? Forget the commentary of how they are dressed??
Cool... i always knew i would be #1 someday! LOL
Message aimed squarely at people your age and…wooosh
Try Rush "Roll the Bones"
No comparison between Rush and VH...
I love your podcast. I love rush, one of my favorite another one of my favorite. I think more than rush is the band. Yes try your no disgrace by yes and then close to the edge and and I've seen all good people. Great song! This music is real progressive so maybe you might not like it. I'll send you guys some money. I don't want to join patreon but I would like to send you some money. So in your description if you got a PayPal account or something and plus you guys are so good looking should be a law against it but I'm glad there isn't 🤣
*82
Consentrate on lyrics more. Lots of meaning if you listen. I was there. Am 56 now.
Amazing song from an amazing album. Best band ever. Btw...your audio is off from the video
Both of you are wrong. The album Signals came out in 1982.
Alex ... w
What waz wit dat hair ..?
Could you consider to react to The Smiths - Suffer Little Children