Ken Molitor me neither. I actually didn’t start listening to rush until a few months ago and I had no idea he passed. I am also a drummer and I thought he was so good so I told my dad and he broke the news to me
I read Neil's Ghost Rider after he passed and I totally identified with so many of his feelings...not the gut-wrenching grief and despair he experienced but a lot of what he expressed during his journey. In turn, I've listened to a lot of their music, watched interviews and videos and have become a big fan. I always appreciated their great musicianship but never listened much...that has changed! 😁🤘🏽
I regret never getting my ass to one of their concerts. I've seen Triumph, April Wine, The Payolas, and a hungry young Bryan Adams at Lansdowne Park warming up for Loverboy. What is with the laundromat though? I have so many questions. Whose laundry is it, are they real machines if the interior lights up while the clothes are going around. Are those bottles of detergent on top of the machines, and who is that guy in the black t-shirt, calmly folding shirts in the middle of YYZ? Someone has an exquisite sense of humour.
I'm freaking crying right now. stupid cancer. stupid disease taking away all the talented people we have here. "Exit Stage left" is playing on my tv set, a cold beer on my hand and a pair of drumsticks in the other one. We remember you, Neil. Long Live Rush.
I know it’s been a year since this comment, but he never died contrary to common belief. He simply transitioned to a realm where his drumming was no longer limited by only having two arms and legs
True gods among men. I’m 50 and have been listening to Rush since early childhood. True masters of music. No horseshite. No drama. No f*ckface behavior. Just a pure gift to all of us mere mortals. Thank you, Men. Bless your amazing spirit, Mr. Peart.
A belated, Very Happy 68th Gary Lee Weinrib. July 29 1953 North York, Willowdale, Toronto. Your bass playing is legendary. And so is Rush. Many, Many more Dirk..
40 yr drummer here. RIP Neil, you are still one of my favorite inspirations. Cant tell you the number of hours I've spent playing along with you and the band. Too many to count. Heartbroken right now. Tears in my eyes and flashbacks of years gone by pouring thru my soul. What a class act you were; and what a massive loss to the world of music you will be. Salute good sir.
Damn this hurts. All of my life's memorable moments both good and bad were with these guys. How many times I drifted off in galactic places far away from here thanks to Neil. Farewell Ghost Rider
I'm a Pilipino and discovered Rush only in 1981 when my father brought a cassete tape from Saudi Arabia and since then become a fan of this great band....love them since !
I got onboard just before the release of ESL, making Signals the first album of “my” era. I might even be willing to say that Signals is my favorite album!
Though many great artists have exited stage left recently, none have left such an empty stage, for me, as the passing of this remarkable bringer of Love and Wisdom. Hearing 2112 and Hemispheres forever changed my life for the better. Today, the trouble and unrest in the forest are gone, and there is only sorrow within the trees.We walked many a road together, and your love has shone clear! Today, great Cygnus, I trust that you are truly conversing amongst the wise.
The one thing i always loved bout Rush is that they wear no flashy costumes no fancy make-up no david Copperfield moments its just plain instrument mastery. Gotta love this band.❤
There have been quite a few over the years. They just do not come very often. Times changed and today technology gives you quite some options to make it a big show. Some people get lost in this all technology. Rush can play that is true.Jethro T. LZ, Queen from old days, stones that role do a great show too but even with their great skill and deep vaults of music it is somehow less entertaining. Surely there are modern bands doing the same. Only I do not know them :)
I was there that night, sat towards the side of the bleacher-like seats that had been added at the back of the floor space. The sound in that part of the hall was really distorted, probably the loudest concert I've been to. Had seen the cameras but was still amazed when it came out on DVD, a lasting memory of having been in the presence of greatness for those few hours. R.I.P. Neil Peart.
“The proper function of a man is to live, not to exist. I shall not waste my days in trying to prolong them. I shall use my time.” -Neil Peart RIP Neil, thank you for the music! Will always be a Rush fan.
You have to be the absolute dumbest lowlife to call Alex anything other than great. Definitely underrated by music listeners, but to the professional critics, he’s in the top 100.
He makes playing ALONG WITH the other members of the band look easy and that is one part of his awesomeness. They are tight, and again it is an honour, blessing, just ‘good feeling’ having lived our lives in the same time period as these Masters, like the Mozarts & Bach’s future generations, decades away, will look back in awe.
Simply incredible....as a drummer, going from playing the kick, snare, hi-hat then suddenly going to the right to play the cowbells with precision, you just don't know how difficult that is. That's one of the many reasons Neil's the Maestro.
actually he was lovingly nicknamed " THE PROFESSOR " due to the many many ways he played how many beats can one man hold at the same time? listen to tom sawyer listen to xanadu & you shall hear greatness not only was he great with sticks & lyrics anyone know he also wrote a few books w/ a wee bit o help?
For three souls of such beauty and humor and grace to come together and create works of such sheer joy forever inspires me. Makes me feel there might be hope for us all.
There's a sadness that happens deep inside when I hear these guys knowing that Neal is gone coupled with the realization they'll never be heard live again as this incredible trio.I find the sadness I speak about is attached to a pride of Rush being Canadian and they were ours.Thank you guys.
These 3 guys together were the definition of pure musical talent. Neil Peart was the heart of that trio that stopped beating and now gone forever. But not forever in our hearts and mind. His legacy will live forever. RIP Professor
Saw them in the 80s and again about 10 years ago - our kids’ first concert. All you can think of the whole time is...how can three people put out that much sound? Agree with the comments that they continued getting better with age. Hats off to the greatest 3-man band I’ve ever heard!
I have been listening to Rush since 1976, via my 8 tracks in my 68 Plymouth, All The World's a Stage is my absolute favorite. Thank you for sharing this tour, only saw them twice and sad that I never met my favorite drummer of all time, the professor. Even though I worked in the music industry.. God bless his spirit, his lyrics and his legacy.. thank you for your life Neil. God bless you 🙏
That's because they got that out of there system in there early years. There was a time they wore some weird stuff on stage. There was even other bands who kind of picked on them about it.
When they toured with Kiss, Gene Simmons used to poke fun at them, when the show was over, they would be in their dressing rooms reading books, who does that !
I cried watching this. Saw Rush in 1975 and a dozen times after. I don't even have words. Other than we shall never see their kind again I'm happy I saw them as many times as I did.
I started playing when I was 4 adulthood happened and I put the sticks away , one day I sat down to watch mindless tv and somehow the professor's instructional dvd was in the xbox I bought a kit the next day.. Thanks to Mr.peart I remembered the enjoyment drumming can bring.
I have heard Tom Sawyer from Moving Pictures in 1981 and from then RUSH have been my absolute favourite Band ever. I am from Germany, and they weren´t very often here. But I had the honor to see them three times. At last at the Snakes & Arrows Tour in Oberhausen. As I readed that Neil Peart has died it was a shock to me. The world best drummer ever and his lyrics are even some of the greatest. The world has lost an genious Man. RIP
A mixture of tone and effect on this song by Alex lifeson is just spectacular on guitar. The parts and solos hit your soul in a touching way. That clear sound is just absolutely wonderful
I am old enough to have seen from start to finish. The evolution of their music far outpaced ALL the 3 man competition. The finest musicians together I will ever have seen. RIP Mr. Peart and family, your music is the sound of heaven here now you have left for us , until we can hear you once again when it’s my turn.
Me too. Love them more now than then. However much it hurt me to hear Geddy's voice fade later on, they will always have a kitchen pass. I still wear a 2112 shirt regularly. Have you watched , Dinner with RUSH, here on YT? It's the best.. peace..
Such a unique band. Geddy’s voice, bass and keyboards, Neil’s drums and lyrics, and Alex’s guitar playing has had me mesmerized since I first heard Moving Pictures. RIP NP
Polished and perfect. Their staying power is incredible. I love the nonchalance of the guy emptying the dryers, it adds to the grounding of a trio who connect with so many of us. Life tumbles on and though Neil Peart is no longer with us, these nuggets of live Rush sustain and maintain.
After being a notorious hard rocker since the 70's I recently discovered RUSH. What amazing musicians, and the joy they show in being on stage is unbeatable,
There's a lot o trios out there, but Rush and Cream are some of the best. RIP Neil Peart and Jack Bruce. Last year i said Neil Peart would have a long conversation with John Bonham (if he was alive) and then both would play drums together, now they're doing that somewhere in the afterlife.
@@ZK-hh2or YYZ is the three letter identifier for Toronto Airport. The drums/guitars play out the morse code that comes across the radio when the Toronto Airport code is tuned. A tune Rush was well accustomed to hearing - coming home from the road.
@@sadsack1956 It's based on Morse code, but it isn't Morse code. Actual Morse code would be a different rhythm (pauses between letters, etc.). It needed some altering to be more musical.
no one that i am familiar with has written such "intelligent" lyrics in quite the way Neil does ... and though the context of their use in a band like RUSH sometimes seems out of place ... it actually invites one to listen with new ears and mind to what "progressive rock" can really be. that the sounds can convey poetry on the level that Neil's lyric lives. brilliant. RUSH is truly extraordinary.
Top understand the lyrics of songs like, The Weapon, Signals and Grace Under Pressure, turbulent times that the world has seen. Visionary of Drums and Lyrics, The Professor...
Rush was always "out of place" Loved by the fans hated by the masses, sad but true. We got the joy of having them here with us and that can not be taken away.
Today, one week later, I am still saddened for his family. I'm wearing my R40 T-Shirt. He was so brilliant, and humble, and so damn disciplined. We should all take a page out Neil's book of life, from this point forward.
Did anyone ever miss a beat or note in this band? I think not! Greatest power trio I've ever had the pleasure of enjoying since 1976. Thank you so kindly Neil for so much. Your always the best.R.I.P. our friend.
I never tire of hearing The Trees. Only Rush can pull off such a mad song with those time signatures and solo. Strangely funky, strangely genius. That's Rush!
1978, on the bus to a wrestling match, someone played their new favorite track " the Trees" I've been hooked ever since. Still love this band and track.
I first listened to rush last 2014 and was addicted to it. It was the "Tom Sawyer" that captured my ears to listen to. Even a whole hour, I kept listening to it. If there is an event that I wish to be granted, it is to see these three people performing in a concert. But, it's no longer possible. RIP, Neil Peart. Thank you for being a part of music and rock and roll legend.
So very happy I had the pleasure of seeing Rush on this very tour!! It was a 30th birthday gift from my brother & I was blow away how amazing they are live! Of course I've heard live recordings but LIVE live some bands are trash.. Rush was better live!! Absolutely insane show!!
RIP Mr. Peart. I began playing drums in 1989 at age 14. I only truly began playing drums in 1996 when i was introduced to Rush's Exit Stage Left and your drumming. You are sorely missed. Thank you. 🍀🍀
These guys aren’t a band. These guys are musicians. Great musicians that through fate, were able to create music together. I am very lucky so have seen these guys live a couple of times.
They did it the old fashioned way. Built it from the ground up, Touring 250 + dates a year, no MTV to make them stars before really earning it, honing their skills on the fly, and actually got better by working for it with humility and grace. A TRUE blue collar band that earned every bit of their successes. There will never be another like them EVER!
There is unrest in the Forest There is trouble with the trees For the Maples want more sunlight And the Oaks ignore their pleas. The trouble with the Maples (And they’re quite convinced they’re right) They say the Oaks are just too lofty And they grab up all the light But the Oaks can’t help their feelings If they like the way they’re made And they wonder why the Maples Can’t be happy in their shade? There is trouble in the Forest And the creatures all have fled As the Maples scream ‘Oppression!’ And the Oaks, just shake their heads So the Maples formed a Union And demanded equal rights ‘The Oaks are just too greedy We will make them give us light’ Now there’s no more Oak oppression For they passed a noble law And the trees are all kept equal By hatchet, Axe, And saw…
mike mougakos Yeah! You’d think that Neil was drawing a correlation! Using trees to criticize extreme liberals! I’m a decent guitarist, but I don’t expect the wealth and fame of Alex Lifeson because I’m a maple guitarist and he’s an oak guitarist.
There are no real words that can express this, but true mastery. Yes, Crimson, ELP, Rush. This is music mastery!! You have left a legacy for the centuries. RIP Neil
Glad I witnessed all the shows I did of theirs and this one twice. There will never be another band like this again. They honed their craft thru touring 250 days a year and striving for absolute perfection over 40+ years. What you saw was what you got. Nowadays bands want instant fame and it's too easy to make things appear perfect thru assistance with computers
I've played drums in my younger years. When I first heard Rush in 1981 is was immediately floored by their music. That only happened to me once before when I heard Jimi Hendrix for the fist time. It was instant love. I saw Rush over 8 times down through the years. I even took my kids to see them as well. When I heard Neil on drums I said-why do I play? I knew I did not have the genetic potential that he had but the love of the drums was still there. Thank you Neil for the years of drum pleasure you have given me. I wish we could have had a verbal conversation but that's okay. You are one of a kind, an amazing person and an amazing drummer. Luckily I have a signed picture of you hanging in my office. I see you everyday. RIP
OMG, I didn't realize Geddy Lee was this multi-talented - playing a beautiful Base + Organ/Synthesizer ..... And, Neil AND Alex (@ a loss for words except, splendid)! I've said it a thousand times: 3 awesome dudes, sounding like a 30-piece Rock Orchestra!!!!!
Je ne peux vivre sans musique . Mais , depuis que j'ai découvert Rush en 2002 avec " Power Windows " . Je ne peux vivre sans eux . You're the best Neil . I never forget !!
Saw them 3 times back in the late 70s and early 80s. There isn't a band that can produce the quality of musicianship these 3 do. Studio is one thing but they are better live!
What's special about Rush to me is they are each virtuoso of their respective instruments that they are all three equally showcased and complimentary. A true triad of musical foundation. No one is ever just the background or rhythm. No one dominates completely, but perfectly balanced on an epic plane.
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I’m here in 2023 and still missing Neal Peart 😢 . Best drummer of all times in my book.
Don’t worry we still have Danny Carey.
@@Wokko1963those were the words I was to use
Me too , literally every day , cause I listen everyday.
So beautiful. My husband passed this year and neil was his idol.
Sorry for your loss, hopefully he is chilling with Neil now!
lost my brother we use to go to the dome and see them jam in the 80s
I know this was two years ago but sorry for your loss. Your husband was obviously an intelligent man and loving man.
To whomever is here in 2020, you have a great taste of music
Had to watch today on Neil's birthday. Still can't believe he's gone.😢
Ken Molitor me neither. I actually didn’t start listening to rush until a few months ago and I had no idea he passed. I am also a drummer and I thought he was so good so I told my dad and he broke the news to me
Love ❤️
I read Neil's Ghost Rider after he passed and I totally identified with so many of his feelings...not the gut-wrenching grief and despair he experienced but a lot of what he expressed during his journey. In turn, I've listened to a lot of their music, watched interviews and videos and have become a big fan. I always appreciated their great musicianship but never listened much...that has changed! 😁🤘🏽
I regret never getting my ass to one of their concerts. I've seen Triumph, April Wine, The Payolas, and a hungry young Bryan Adams at Lansdowne Park warming up for Loverboy. What is with the laundromat though? I have so many questions. Whose laundry is it, are they real machines if the interior lights up while the clothes are going around. Are those bottles of detergent on top of the machines, and who is that guy in the black t-shirt, calmly folding shirts in the middle of YYZ? Someone has an exquisite sense of humour.
I'm here July 30, 2021,Rest in Peace Neil Peart
I'm freaking crying right now. stupid cancer. stupid disease taking away all the talented people we have here. "Exit Stage left" is playing on my tv set, a cold beer on my hand and a pair of drumsticks in the other one. We remember you, Neil. Long Live Rush.
I know it’s been a year since this comment, but he never died contrary to common belief. He simply transitioned to a realm where his drumming was no longer limited by only having two arms and legs
Neil Piert passed away, but he will never leave us. He is immortal. A Rock God. Unmatched. Into infinity.
🥁R.I.P. to the man the myth the legend … you will forever be missed Neil.. my idol…
Love you forever Professor
He was a gift to the world. A truly legend. And we are lucky to had him.
3 of the greatest musicians of the 20th century, no debate...
Soooooooo true! 😎
No debate
@@sbrunner69 absolutely
*the greatest
of all time fify
the trees are crying today...RIP Professor!
manobeats indeed 😢
He's having a drum contest with John Bonham , I bet it sounds incredible.
@@HiFiman4u Now that would be something to hear. And see.
I'm thankful that music truly lasts forever. #Paradiddle #RockInPeace
R.I.P Professor
True gods among men. I’m 50 and have been listening to Rush since early childhood. True masters of music. No horseshite. No drama. No f*ckface behavior. Just a pure gift to all of us mere mortals. Thank you, Men. Bless your amazing spirit, Mr. Peart.
❤ cheers
No other band can play such awesome tunes and get their wash done at the same time. RUSH forever.
A belated, Very Happy 68th Gary Lee Weinrib. July 29 1953 North York, Willowdale, Toronto. Your bass playing is legendary. And so is Rush. Many, Many more Dirk..
This music is made by 3 humans. Blows me away every time. Neil's kit shot from above...love.
Much respect for Neil's lyricism too!
They had help.
@@Moose803 Aliens? ;-)
@@countesssunshine satan, 3 mere humans can't make that much sound.
Thee Canadian Power Trio
You know you are at the pinnacle of your career when you bring a laundromat on tour with you.
No time to wash clothes...do it at work 2 birds one stone
This tune is smoking hot, RIP Neil.
:(
sounds just LIKE me when Im on guitar hero!
The best Rush song!
@@Fury5.010r Will be missed.. So glad I got to see them live on the Moving Pictures tour
It sure is.....................
New Rush fan February 22nd 2024 😊
It's never too late.
Welcome! 😊
Welcome should try and pick up one of Neil books
Welcome aboard !! 👍👍
we're glad to have you!
40 yr drummer here. RIP Neil, you are still one of my favorite inspirations. Cant tell you the number of hours I've spent playing along with you and the band. Too many to count. Heartbroken right now. Tears in my eyes and flashbacks of years gone by pouring thru my soul.
What a class act you were; and what a massive loss to the world of music you will be.
Salute good sir.
I miss my band.
It's freaking unbelievable what "only" 3 musicians are able to do. Thanks for everything, Neil Peart, our Professor!
They are quite simply a 3 piece symphony orchestra
His kit looks like a damn NASA control console.
*Clicked on this randomly and was spellbound. Amazing stuff!*
welcome to the rush rabbit hole. you'll never leave! hahaha
Welcome to the world of amazing!
Damn this hurts. All of my life's memorable moments both good and bad were with these guys. How many times I drifted off in galactic places far away from here thanks to Neil. Farewell Ghost Rider
Nice.
I'm a Pilipino and discovered Rush only in 1981 when my father brought a cassete tape from Saudi Arabia and since then become a fan of this great band....love them since !
Hell yeah! You have excellent taste in music :)
Welcome
I got onboard just before the release of ESL, making Signals the first album of “my” era. I might even be willing to say that Signals is my favorite album!
Your father is a great man
Though many great artists have exited stage left recently, none have left such an empty stage, for me, as the passing of this remarkable bringer of Love and Wisdom. Hearing 2112 and Hemispheres forever changed my life for the better. Today, the trouble and unrest in the forest are gone, and there is only sorrow within the trees.We walked many a road together, and your love has shone clear! Today, great Cygnus, I trust that you are truly conversing amongst the wise.
Thank you and remarkable words as we age loving Rush. I only hope on 6-1-20 folks listen to TREES. ML
@@laural6949 there is trouble in the forest these days
Someone once said , “God needed a drummer “ and of course there was only one choice when he went looking 😢
The one thing i always loved bout Rush is that they wear no flashy costumes no fancy make-up no david Copperfield moments its just plain instrument mastery. Gotta love this band.❤
One of the few bands who can pull it off live, even sounding better than the studio versions :-) RUSH ON!!!!!!! ROCK ON!!!!!!!!
MrMegaFredZeppelin ya they do all their songs live thats the tell between rockers & rock gods my fine mega friend 👍
There have been quite a few over the years. They just do not come very often. Times changed and today technology gives you quite some options to make it a big show. Some people get lost in this all technology. Rush can play that is true.Jethro T. LZ, Queen from old days, stones that role do a great show too but even with their great skill and deep vaults of music it is somehow less entertaining. Surely there are modern bands doing the same. Only I do not know them :)
0:39 - sounds pretty messy to me compared to studio version, at least Lifeson's part.
So true
I was there that night, sat towards the side of the bleacher-like seats that had been added at the back of the floor space. The sound in that part of the hall was really distorted, probably the loudest concert I've been to. Had seen the cameras but was still amazed when it came out on DVD, a lasting memory of having been in the presence of greatness for those few hours. R.I.P. Neil Peart.
“The proper function of a man is to live, not to exist. I shall not waste my days in trying to prolong them. I shall use my time.” -Neil Peart
RIP Neil, thank you for the music! Will always be a Rush fan.
RIP Mr Peart. You will be missed. Thank you for the music!
Alex lifeson is so underrated no love from the idiots that judge music. He is in my top 5
You have to be the absolute dumbest lowlife to call Alex anything other than great. Definitely underrated by music listeners, but to the professional critics, he’s in the top 100.
As a rock trio, this band is in my top 1.
FUCK YES!!!!!!!!
He makes playing ALONG WITH the other members of the band look easy and that is one part of his awesomeness. They are tight, and again it is an honour, blessing, just ‘good feeling’ having lived our lives in the same time period as these Masters, like the Mozarts & Bach’s future generations, decades away, will look back in awe.
Has Alex killed anyone with with his left pinky that we know of? I believe that pinky could beat many men in an arm wrestling contest.
There has never been, nor will there ever be another Neil Peart.
Simply incredible....as a drummer, going from playing the kick, snare, hi-hat then suddenly going to the right to play the cowbells with precision, you just don't know how difficult that is. That's one of the many reasons Neil's the Maestro.
he had been doing that for years, specifically since ESL era...
“EL” Maestro
actually he was lovingly nicknamed " THE PROFESSOR "
due to the many many ways he played how many beats can one man hold at the same time?
listen to tom sawyer listen to xanadu & you shall hear greatness
not only was he great with sticks & lyrics
anyone know he also wrote a few books w/ a wee bit o help?
That’s why geddy was the magician and Neil was the professor and Alex was the WIZARD 🧙♀️
3 guys, for over 3 decades, making awesome music, respect!
More people own a set of Neil Peart air drums than any other brand. He is with his wife and child now.
Nah, he is just dead.
@@henriquepboueri Fool.
@@henriquepboueri Tool.
@HenriquePuppoBoueri Yeah? And how do YOU know that?
Henny is just a troll, pay him no mind.
For three souls of such beauty and humor and grace to come together and create works of such sheer joy forever inspires me. Makes me feel there might be hope for us all.
This band is the juxtaposition of excellence , professionalism , and artistry.
There's a sadness that happens deep inside when I hear these guys knowing that Neal is gone coupled with the realization they'll never be heard live again as this incredible trio.I find the sadness I speak about is attached to a pride of Rush being Canadian and they were ours.Thank you guys.
I feel like part of me died on January 7th. Rush and Neil a significant soundtrack for many generations.
These 3 guys together were the definition of pure musical talent. Neil Peart was the heart of that trio that stopped beating and now gone forever. But not forever in our hearts and mind. His legacy will live forever. RIP Professor
Neil era o único músico de verdade nessa banda. Ele merecia uma banda melhor.
Saw them in the 80s and again about 10 years ago - our kids’ first concert. All you can think of the whole time is...how can three people put out that much sound? Agree with the comments that they continued getting better with age. Hats off to the greatest 3-man band I’ve ever heard!
I have been listening to Rush since 1976, via my 8 tracks in my 68 Plymouth, All The World's a Stage is my absolute favorite. Thank you for sharing this tour, only saw them twice and sad that I never met my favorite drummer of all time, the professor. Even though I worked in the music industry.. God bless his spirit, his lyrics and his legacy.. thank you for your life Neil. God bless you 🙏
They all seem to have no ego`s. They dress and act like the guys you see selling musical equipment in music stores.
Disbanded??? Omg
That's because they got that out of there system in there early years. There was a time they wore some weird stuff on stage. There was even other bands who kind of picked on them about it.
t guitar center emplyees are some of the most arrogant people ive ever met :p
Canadians.
When they toured with Kiss, Gene Simmons used to poke fun at them, when the show was over, they would be in their dressing rooms reading books, who does that !
I cried watching this. Saw Rush in 1975 and a dozen times after. I don't even have words. Other than we shall never see their kind again I'm happy I saw them as many times as I did.
I started playing when I was 4 adulthood happened and I put the sticks away , one day I sat down to watch mindless tv and somehow the professor's instructional dvd was in the xbox I bought a kit the next day..
Thanks to Mr.peart I remembered the enjoyment drumming can bring.
Thank you for being there and playing amazing music all my adult life. So glad our paths crossed.
I love RUSH at 57 years old as much as I did when I was 16. 4 decades of riding the thailand express.
I have heard Tom Sawyer from Moving Pictures in 1981 and from then RUSH have been my absolute favourite Band ever. I am from Germany, and they weren´t very often here. But I had the honor to see them three times. At last at the Snakes & Arrows Tour in Oberhausen.
As I readed that Neil Peart has died it was a shock to me. The world best drummer ever and his lyrics are even some of the greatest. The world has lost an genious Man. RIP
RIP Neil Peart The greatest drummer to ever walk Gods green earth.
his first drum teacher in st catharines passed away recently also Don George
So sad, RIP Neil. Thankyou from Bobcaygeon Ontario. Farewell to a King.
THIS
NEVER
GETS
OLD!
A mixture of tone and effect on this song by Alex lifeson is just spectacular on guitar. The parts and solos hit your soul in a touching way. That clear sound is just absolutely wonderful
The tree has lost so many leaves... RIP, Professor Peart.
I am old enough to have seen from start to finish. The evolution of their music far outpaced ALL the 3 man competition. The finest musicians together I will ever have seen. RIP Mr. Peart and family, your music is the sound of heaven here now you have left for us , until we can hear you once again when it’s my turn.
Me too. Love them more now than then.
However much it hurt me to hear Geddy's voice fade later on, they will always have a kitchen pass. I still wear a 2112 shirt regularly. Have you watched , Dinner with RUSH, here on YT? It's the best.. peace..
My eyes!! It's perfection and criativity in the music's soul. Wonderful band from Canada. Making the happiness grows up all long time.
Such a unique band. Geddy’s voice, bass and keyboards, Neil’s drums and lyrics, and Alex’s guitar playing has had me mesmerized since I first heard Moving Pictures. RIP NP
In tears tonight.... blessings to family, friends and fans 😢
🤘 Toronto Gal 🤘
I’m not sure it gets any better than this! Just flipping amazing
Thank you Mr. Peart. You amazed us for decades. Rest in peace.
Polished and perfect. Their staying power is incredible. I love the nonchalance of the guy emptying the dryers, it adds to the grounding of a trio who connect with so many of us. Life tumbles on and though Neil Peart is no longer with us, these nuggets of live Rush sustain and maintain.
will there ever be another band like Rush ?
no
lucky to live in the same century
diego zenti I don't think so! Best band ever
I agree, no one will be like them...
Never
probably never 3 better musicians together in 1 band!!!
Alex Lifeson is one of most underrated guitarists of all time
Never thought I'd live to see this day. R.I.P. sometimes life sucks.
Here I thought he was gonna come out of retirement..
Rest easy, Neil. Thanks for the music 😢
After being a notorious hard rocker since the 70's I recently discovered RUSH.
What amazing musicians, and the joy they show in being on stage is unbeatable,
Wait What? You were a hard rocker since the 70's and only recently discovered RUSH? What am I missing?
Got to be the best drummer that ever sat behind a set of drum's
There's a lot o trios out there, but Rush and Cream are some of the best.
RIP Neil Peart and Jack Bruce.
Last year i said Neil Peart would have a long conversation with John Bonham (if he was alive) and then both would play drums together, now they're doing that somewhere in the afterlife.
TRIUMPH!!!! The most underrated band in the world.
Not an avid Rush listener, but always loved YYZ. How does one even come up with such brilliance?
Rip Neil
Ps: lmao at the guy doing laundry.
And cooking rotisseres !!!
I last listened to YYZ I believe in the mid 80's. Never was a fan but they made great music. Didn't know Pert has died. RIP Neil.
@@ZK-hh2or YYZ is the three letter identifier for Toronto Airport. The drums/guitars play out the morse code that comes across the radio when the Toronto Airport code is tuned. A tune Rush was well accustomed to hearing - coming home from the road.
@@sadsack1956 It's based on Morse code, but it isn't Morse code. Actual Morse code would be a different rhythm (pauses between letters, etc.). It needed some altering to be more musical.
no one that i am familiar with has written such "intelligent" lyrics in quite the way Neil does ... and though the context of their use in a band like RUSH sometimes seems out of place ... it actually invites one to listen with new ears and mind to what "progressive rock" can really be. that the sounds can convey poetry on the level that Neil's lyric lives. brilliant. RUSH is truly extraordinary.
Top understand the lyrics of songs like, The Weapon, Signals and Grace Under Pressure, turbulent times that the world has seen. Visionary of Drums and Lyrics, The Professor...
Rush was always "out of place" Loved by the fans hated by the masses, sad but true. We got the joy of having them here with us and that can not be taken away.
Today, one week later, I am still saddened for his family. I'm wearing my R40 T-Shirt.
He was so brilliant, and humble, and so damn disciplined.
We should all take a page out Neil's book of life, from this point forward.
YYZ is just so flipping incredible. How does one come up with this this stuff. Its bogglingly
Did anyone ever miss a beat or note in this band? I think not! Greatest power trio I've ever had the pleasure of enjoying since 1976. Thank you so kindly Neil for so much. Your always the best.R.I.P. our friend.
Yeah, Neil played one too many beats at :42
I never tire of hearing The Trees. Only Rush can pull off such a mad song with those time signatures and solo. Strangely funky, strangely genius. That's Rush!
1978, on the bus to a wrestling match, someone played their new favorite track " the Trees" I've been hooked ever since. Still love this band and track.
I had a few beers, took half a trip... Rush man.... how lucky are we to have shared the planet with these 3 people, blessed
I've been to a few shows in my time! These three don't need special effects! They are just that Dam talented and will be missed!
I first listened to rush last 2014 and was addicted to it. It was the "Tom Sawyer" that captured my ears to listen to. Even a whole hour, I kept listening to it. If there is an event that I wish to be granted, it is to see these three people performing in a concert. But, it's no longer possible. RIP, Neil Peart. Thank you for being a part of music and rock and roll legend.
Awsome! Unrivaled on earth. Rush has always been the best live show.
I have heard YYZ a thousand times.... and look forward to the next 1000... I just keep shaking my head... there will never be another RUSH.
You’re now the best air drummer of the heavens...
So very happy I had the pleasure of seeing Rush on this very tour!! It was a 30th birthday gift from my brother & I was blow away how amazing they are live! Of course I've heard live recordings but LIVE live some bands are trash.. Rush was better live!! Absolutely insane show!!
RIP to my all time favorite drummer😥
RIP Mr. Peart. I began playing drums in 1989 at age 14. I only truly began playing drums in 1996 when i was introduced to Rush's Exit Stage Left and your drumming. You are sorely missed.
Thank you. 🍀🍀
Rest in Peace Neil. :'(
These guys aren’t a band. These guys are musicians. Great musicians that through fate, were able to create music together. I am very lucky so have seen these guys live a couple of times.
R.I.P. NEIL such a tremendous loss felt .Omg I'm gutted on this
They did it the old fashioned way. Built it from the ground up, Touring 250 + dates a year, no MTV to make them stars before really earning it, honing their skills on the fly, and actually got better by working for it with humility and grace. A TRUE blue collar band that earned every bit of their successes. There will never be another like them EVER!
There is unrest in the Forest
There is trouble with the trees
For the Maples want more sunlight
And the Oaks ignore their pleas.
The trouble with the Maples
(And they’re quite convinced they’re right)
They say the Oaks are just too lofty
And they grab up all the light
But the Oaks can’t help their feelings
If they like the way they’re made
And they wonder why the Maples
Can’t be happy in their shade?
There is trouble in the Forest
And the creatures all have fled
As the Maples scream ‘Oppression!’
And the Oaks, just shake their heads
So the Maples formed a Union
And demanded equal rights
‘The Oaks are just too greedy
We will make them give us light’
Now there’s no more Oak oppression
For they passed a noble law
And the trees are all kept equal
By hatchet,
Axe,
And saw…
When I first heard this I thought the oaks and maples were actually human beings.
mike mougakos Yeah! You’d think that Neil was drawing a correlation! Using trees to criticize extreme liberals! I’m a decent guitarist, but I don’t expect the wealth and fame of Alex Lifeson because I’m a maple guitarist and he’s an oak guitarist.
Neal is looking down from the skie's,but still jamming in the cloud's.
Excelente banda. Ver uma pessoa dar deslike numa banda dessas me faz pensar: "deve gostar de funk carioca, só pode..."
ou tem inveja de quem toca instrumento num nível divino como este.
I had chills and sweats watching Neal. Such a technician. From 1977 to present. What a life it’s been to enjoy this ride.
It just doesn't get any BETTER than THIS My Friends!!! ;)
menom7. It sure as hell does not,friend👍
My son and I saw the R 40 Movie wed night it was awesome good crowd.
Actually it does get better than this... Wait till you wake up and realize you live on a flat plane as the devil is hiding our creator 🙏
The power trio from Canada 🇨🇦
YYZ - best of the best. Alex Lifeson proved to be one of the best rock guitarists in the world
There are no real words that can express this, but true mastery. Yes, Crimson, ELP, Rush. This is music mastery!! You have left a legacy for the centuries. RIP Neil
Glad I witnessed all the shows I did of theirs and this one twice. There will never be another band like this again. They honed their craft thru touring 250 days a year and striving for absolute perfection over 40+ years. What you saw was what you got. Nowadays bands want instant fame and it's too easy to make things appear perfect thru assistance with computers
I've played drums in my younger years. When I first heard Rush in 1981 is was immediately floored by their music. That only happened to me once before when I heard Jimi Hendrix for the fist time. It was instant love. I saw Rush over 8 times down through the years. I even took my kids to see them as well. When I heard Neil on drums I said-why do I play? I knew I did not have the genetic potential that he had but the love of the drums was still there. Thank you Neil for the years of drum pleasure you have given me. I wish we could have had a verbal conversation but that's okay. You are one of a kind, an amazing person and an amazing drummer. Luckily I have a signed picture of you hanging in my office. I see you everyday. RIP
OMG, I didn't realize Geddy Lee was this multi-talented - playing a beautiful Base + Organ/Synthesizer ..... And, Neil AND Alex (@ a loss for words except, splendid)! I've said it a thousand times: 3 awesome dudes, sounding like a 30-piece Rock Orchestra!!!!!
That is the hallmark of great song ARRANGERS. They always sound so FULL!
Je ne peux vivre sans musique . Mais , depuis que j'ai découvert Rush en 2002 avec " Power Windows " . Je ne peux vivre sans eux . You're the best Neil . I never forget !!
No other drummer like Neal Peart. Will be missed. RIP! 🙌
Way too young (for anybody). Thank you for your contribution to humanity. You made it that much more bearable for many.
Saw them 3 times back in the late 70s and early 80s. There isn't a band that can produce the quality of musicianship these 3 do. Studio is one thing but they are better live!
Wish there was more live videos of those days! Such talent!
Absolutley.
Rush played in Brazil twice and I had the honour to watch both shows! Such a unique experience that I will never forget! RIP Neil!
the fact is a single tree can stand out in the forest just like neil did music nectar of the gods
That gold drum kit should be prominently displayed, and the first thing you see, walking into the Toronto Museum of Contemporary Art. Thank you Neil.
RIP Neil. I am in tears
What's special about Rush to me is they are each virtuoso of their respective instruments that they are all three equally showcased and complimentary. A true triad of musical foundation. No one is ever just the background or rhythm. No one dominates completely, but perfectly balanced on an epic plane.