@@jkg6211 maybe so but at least I don’t talk in cliches. Rent free in your head😂😂😂😂😂. How very original 😂😂😂. Did you come up with that all by yourself cause I’d never heard it before😂😂😂.
He absolutely is indeed a good man. Can you imagine what a fabulous world it would be if everybody had Geddy's character, decency and respect. If I could wish to meet one person, hands down and no question, it would be Geddy.
My wife was a huge Rush fan from high school in the '80s until she passed away from cancer in only her 40s. I didn't pay much attention to Rush or pop music in general, but little by little through her I began to appreciate them more. Never to her level, mind you, but far more than before I met her. She missed few of their concerts within reasonable driving distance over the years and had Rush concert t-shirts from the '80s through the '00s. Our two sons were born in the late '90s, the oldest of whom became a Rush fan somewhat more than the younger one who was more like me and not a big concert person. The oldest was interested in going to a Rush concert, which he did with his mom when he was 13 (the Snakes and Arrows tour). He wore one of his mom's Rush concert shirts from the '80s and was picked from the pre-concert arena entry line to go backstage and meet Geddy and Alex before the show (but not Neil, of course 😄). The photo of him posing with Geddy and Alex during the meet-and-greet is so perfect it almost doesn't look real, like it's a gag photo and the two of them are actually cardboard cutouts. When I later heard about it I was impressed that they not only cared enough to stay connected with their audience, but they obviously recognized the value of thanking and encouraging their next generation of fans. Very smart. As she spiraled down toward the inevitable result of her cancer and was weak to the point of being in a wheelchair, as an indication that she wasn't planning on going anywhere soon, she read or heard that the R40 tour was coming to town several months later and got online and purchased two tickets. I assumed she planned on going with a friend, but as the concert date drew closer, she told me she was concerned she wouldn't be strong enough to go. I got the impression that she was self conscious about needing so much help getting around at that point and it was her way of asking me to go with her. I sincerely assured her that I would get her there no matter what. That seemed to please her as much as the thought of me at a Rush concert amused her. She always semi-jokingly told me that between my anti-social tendencies and love of books and long distance motorcycle touring that Neil and I would get along very well. I think she meant it as a compliment, or at least that's the way I chose to take it. 😄 Unfortunately, when I told her I would get her to that concert, I was incorrect. Only a few weeks later her body decided it had been through enough and began to shut down. She passed away in the ICU three days later, just two months before the concert. So here I am, doing what I sometimes do in her memory - watching Rush-related videos, listening to their music, and missing her.
@@freakadore yeah and so evil too. It's not that they're regular music was evil, it's that they also made evil music on the side. Almost no one knows that, but I know why and I know how, I also know that it affected United States and it didn't affect Canada which is why they were able to get away with it. THEY DID IT TO MAKE PORNOGRAPHY OF COURSE!!
I respect this line, but I think it's important to see connection with everyone. If you see a "stranger" as someone just like you, trying to get through life the best they can, then it can break down barriers and get you "closer to the heart".
What a class act Geddy is. I’m 60 years old and been a Rush fan since I was 15. Saw them in concert 5 times and I have to say…watching Neil shred on the drums was a sight (and sound to behold). One of the most iconic, unique and talented bands in the world!
I am May 24 bday. 20 years after Bob Dylan. In Trafalgar township which amalgamated into Oakville. Parents moved after the war to general store for a decade. Then got expropriated for QEW construction in mid 50's. GO train high school, later quick and easy way to into T.O. before barely graduating on time. With more absences than grades.
Geddy did this interview with the knowledge that Neil was dying. It was not public at the time and I can't help but admire the guy a little more...Just class.
They've always had a great sense of humor. I remember Geddy saying in an interview that Alex and him still called Neil, the new guy, after 40 years together! Lol! 😂
On the night, a few minutes before our first date we were on the phone, and I asked her " what music do you like?" She said " like a band?" Yes... I've been listening to Rush lately. I'll be there in 15 minutes. That was 32 years ago. Still together, and still enjoying their music mutually more than ever. Thanks Guys. True story.
It doesn't hurt that all 3 were immensely talented. Its really unbelievable that those three individuals found each other and gelled so well for so long.
Wow Geddy seems like a truly good guy and all three respected each other so truly refreshing 🤓 I was not a big Rush fan in my youth, now 63 but in the last 10 years have come to realize what I was missing. Great respect for these talented guys
I'm so glad there are people like Geddy and Alex in this world. Truly decent nice guys, and not in any way the typical arrogant rock star. They're an inspiration.
Geddy is amazing. Neil and Alex, are equally amazing. The most intense sound I have ever had the pleasure of hearing and absorbing the intensity of their talented music! God bless them. Rest in peace Neil Peart. Best drummer of all time!
Getty is such an intelligent and authentic individual. There is a clarity about his energy and the way he expresses himself so accurately. It's his light that strikes me so thoroughly.
He is quite articulate, and in this interview, he displays little ego. Rush were a class act, all the way through, and hugely professional in their approach.
@@stevestruthers6180 Yes, little ego means he is a true human Master--not of the bass but of being human. Buddhist monks have this normally. He is a very old soul I believe.
I love that Geddy talked about looking out and seeing families! I was the mom who took her 9 year old son to the VERY LAST concert ever in Los Angeles. My son LOVED IT!!!! We rocked out and he loved the visuals too. It was SO true - like total families there... amazing. When Neil passed, I could not listen to RUSH for 2 years. I was devastated - still am, but now I rock out once again. Just NO other band like RUSH! When I meet a RUSH fan, it's like we just click. It's great. Bless all of you!!!!
All three members of Rush understood each other, which saw them through the tough and good times. Through it all they, and their crew including management, everything went in house! More than a band, whole movement and sub culture! Three people who became friends and a band bigger than the three of them, music that is still being discovered by so many.
I met Geddy, Neil and Alex in the very early eighties. Was a young fan grew up listening to Rush vinyls and their music had a big impact on my developmental years. I live in St. Catharines and I go to the beach at Lakeside Park twice a week. We have a pavilion there commemorating Neil named for him. It is a heart warming legacy 💓 to all of the band members. Shout out to my friend Jeff Rogers!
I'm not sure how many folks realize just how humble this trio was in the sense of their musical accomplishments. Truly on the order of greatness in the rock genre
I love these guys so much. My teenage son, who is already a musician, helped me get to know their music and get to know it better. Watching their documentary Beyond the Lighted Stage, I got to know them and they became my favorite band. I took Neil's death very personally and every chance I get I like to hear about their experiences, watch their interviews. These guys, full of dreams, changed my life.
Geddy, Alex & Neil were certainly a magnificent trio of some of the most thoughtful music. When I came hooked in the 80’s , I just couldn’t stop playing their songs over and over. Truly creative and mesmerising . 🙏❤️🎵🎵🎶
When Geddy talked about Rush helping people being something he hears often, it struck home with me. I will not elaborate but Rush helped me keep going at a point I thought I was done.
There's nothing to miss. The band had a career spanning for 4 decades, and their music can be played anytime at the push of a button. Be thankful you get to experience it rather than whine for perceived shortcomings.
I saw Rush for the first time as a rising star concert for a buck in Seattle circa 75. They played a couple tunes off caress of steel, lakeside park was outstanding live. About 6 months later they returned to the paramount theater for their 2112 tour which was the best 5 bucks I spent in my entire lifetime.
I can’t imagine a greater group of guys to be able to hangout with . Each one of them brings a different perspective I can can only imagine what that experience would be like. Thank You RUSH
I don't listen to Rush much compared to other bands from the 70-80s but I love watching interviews from any member because they are so well spoken, calm, honest basically they act like good hearted people. It's very inspiring to see 3 members who always respect each other.
Was never a fan back in the day because I couldn't get past Geddy Lee's vocals...but that's what they played on the radio back then. If I'd heard their f-ing amazing instrumental stuff I'd have been all over them. What a great group of guys, RIP Neil Peart.
I miss those day's of buying my ticket to see Rush and counting the months down to what would be great show and they never disappointed me, brilliant musicians. Even though i will never see them live again I've still got all their live performances on DVD to watch and enjoy. 🎸
I took my twins when they were 8 years old to the Snakes and Arrows tour and again some years later on the Time Machine tour. I have loved these guys for almost their entire career and now my kids , who are in their 20's are huge fans also.
The lesson of Rush the Band to me is exploring that feeling of self discovery because it is fleeting. At some point in everyone's life you become transition from the person you were to the person you become.
So cool, calm and collective who would ever think of this guy being in a RUSH. R.I.P. Mr. Peart. I'm still in shock that there will never again be a Rush record and tour.
My life has been much richer, being a fan of Rush, and have been since 1977. It breaks my heart knowing I will never see them all together again on stage. But I treasure the memory of seeing them all together on stage and at home and in my car...and in my head. Thanks Ged, and Alex, and of course the Professor...rest in Peace Neil...and thank you all!!
Is there a sweeter man in rock that Geddy? I am genuinely curious. I have seen a lot of interviews and he always comes off the same down to earth respectful man, and of course, and absolute badass musician.
What sets them apart is that they are nice and respectful people as well as extremely intelligent individuals and musicians. They always stayed true friends and loved pushing each other to bring out their best.
Oh how I wish all interviewers were like Dan Rather. I bet he'd never heard of Rush, let alone listened to a n y of their music, and still manages to create a truly great and meaningful conversation with Geddy Lee 💪 Respectful regards from Sweden.
Im not the biggest rush music fan, that being said I have a tremendous amount of respect and admiration for them. They’re all so articulate and well spoken, and undeniably talented. Im proud they are Canadian!
So many bands are undone by egos, but these three guys were like brothers in all the best ways. Throughout all those years of playing together, each of them lifted up the other two and they all inspired one another to dream big, think big and play big. There was never any need to add a 4th, 5th or 6th person; they already had everything they needed. They were the perfect team.
I remember in the late 70's I lived in Newmarket On. I used to go to his mothers variety store and chat with her. He looks just like her and she was the sweetest women , especially considering what she had survived . She had a really nice poster of Rush on the wall. His parents did an amazing job. YYZ is one of the most epic bass lines ever written .The only song I know where the crowd sings along to a song with no lyrics .
It’s like being married for 4 1/2 decades it’s choosing the right partner. The chemistry is there if it’s not broke don’t fix it. They had fun and loved what they did and this band was a huge part of my music career. I’ve been drumming for 47 years and it was because of Neil’s drumming, why I practiced my ass off to have a 20 year touring career myself rest in peace, Neil, Geddy, Alex, you guys are a huge inspiration to the world. And caress of steel was my first album and one of my favorites.
There will never again,be another band like RUSH! Their musical creativity they came up with,was just astounding and will never be duplicated by anyone else! The key to all of that was of course............their true friendships with each other in which they shared a part of themselves while recording,and every listener can "feel" that in their music!
What a highly intelligent and articulate person Geddy is. He's absolutely right, him, Alex and Neil met as they were somehow destined to do so. And the rest is history. RIP Neil, missed but never forgotten.
I can even know how to beging expresing my gratefulness to these guys. They Made my years better during difficult times "Taking your chances, you will have the right answers when the final judgment begins, the way the big wheel spins"
Dear Mr. Lee thanks for Your book! I enjoyed it immensely really good timing about Your background and Parents story. So many do not seem to understand about God's chosen people and the history of our past.
geddy lee is the greatest bass player of all time. and neil pert is the best drummer. the fact they are both in the SAME BAND is mindblowing . only canadians could pull this feat off
I've been to church once...it was the Power Windows tour. I got so high that night but will take that memory with me to my grave...God bless Pastor Lee...
I've seen this whole interview before, but never tire of hearing Geddy. He is so special in the world! "About (aboot)." You may rake the boy outa Canada ..."
My wife (then fiance) was pregnant with our first daughter when she and I saw Rush on the Presto tour. That daughter was with me when we saw Rush on the Snakes & Arrows tour in ‘07. In 2015, she was pregnant with her SECOND child when we caught them on the R40 Tour. I’ve always commented that, given that the R40 was by far their shortest tour-and sadly, their last-that our little town in Utah was on the itinerary.
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I miss Rush. 😇
We all miss Rush. If that makes you feel any better.
@@dpall38 Yup. We all miss them but we still have the music
Holy crap Amen. Miss them
That's one of the reasons why we are here.
Me too 😢
No egos, no greed, no narcissism, no selfishness, no addictions - perfect gentlemen playing together brilliantly for their music and fans.
Trump would consider these three losers and suckers
@@sammysouth8372stop with the stupid politics 🙄
@@Sebastian-dx2xg make me. Otherwise stfu you MAGAt.
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You just couldn't help yourself, could you... Trump lives rent-free in your head.
Sad...
@@jkg6211 maybe so but at least I don’t talk in cliches. Rent free in your head😂😂😂😂😂. How very original 😂😂😂. Did you come up with that all by yourself cause I’d never heard it before😂😂😂.
“I was blessed with meeting two people, who, at their core, were considerate people.”
Being considerate is an all too rare commodity in people.
You could not find a miserable or inconsiderate person in Canada in those days. Unbelievably nice people.
@@MarkSmith-dx3cd What about nowadays?
@@YMagoulo the internet has taken the sheen off of niceness, everywhere, unfortunately.
@@auturgicflosculator2183my comment of course, is a generalization. I can find assholes anywhere.
Geddy Lee is a good man. The earth is a better place because of him.
100% Agreed
He absolutely is indeed a good man. Can you imagine what a fabulous world it would be if everybody had Geddy's character, decency and respect. If I could wish to meet one person, hands down and no question, it would be Geddy.
We could do with a 2nd Lee then
And them.
My wife was a huge Rush fan from high school in the '80s until she passed away from cancer in only her 40s. I didn't pay much attention to Rush or pop music in general, but little by little through her I began to appreciate them more. Never to her level, mind you, but far more than before I met her. She missed few of their concerts within reasonable driving distance over the years and had Rush concert t-shirts from the '80s through the '00s.
Our two sons were born in the late '90s, the oldest of whom became a Rush fan somewhat more than the younger one who was more like me and not a big concert person. The oldest was interested in going to a Rush concert, which he did with his mom when he was 13 (the Snakes and Arrows tour). He wore one of his mom's Rush concert shirts from the '80s and was picked from the pre-concert arena entry line to go backstage and meet Geddy and Alex before the show (but not Neil, of course 😄). The photo of him posing with Geddy and Alex during the meet-and-greet is so perfect it almost doesn't look real, like it's a gag photo and the two of them are actually cardboard cutouts. When I later heard about it I was impressed that they not only cared enough to stay connected with their audience, but they obviously recognized the value of thanking and encouraging their next generation of fans. Very smart.
As she spiraled down toward the inevitable result of her cancer and was weak to the point of being in a wheelchair, as an indication that she wasn't planning on going anywhere soon, she read or heard that the R40 tour was coming to town several months later and got online and purchased two tickets. I assumed she planned on going with a friend, but as the concert date drew closer, she told me she was concerned she wouldn't be strong enough to go. I got the impression that she was self conscious about needing so much help getting around at that point and it was her way of asking me to go with her. I sincerely assured her that I would get her there no matter what. That seemed to please her as much as the thought of me at a Rush concert amused her. She always semi-jokingly told me that between my anti-social tendencies and love of books and long distance motorcycle touring that Neil and I would get along very well. I think she meant it as a compliment, or at least that's the way I chose to take it. 😄
Unfortunately, when I told her I would get her to that concert, I was incorrect. Only a few weeks later her body decided it had been through enough and began to shut down. She passed away in the ICU three days later, just two months before the concert.
So here I am, doing what I sometimes do in her memory - watching Rush-related videos, listening to their music, and missing her.
The world needs more Geddy’s.
Indeed, Steve.
To quote Col. Kurtz, if I had ten divisions of these men, our troubles here would be over very quickly.
Well said!
He’s such a kind man. I’m so incredibly grateful these three were part of my life - even though they don’t know it.
Geddy Lee, so eloquent and intellectual. Add that to his musical resume, amazing man.
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And that sense of humor
@@freakadore yeah and so evil too. It's not that they're regular music was evil, it's that they also made evil music on the side. Almost no one knows that, but I know why and I know how, I also know that it affected United States and it didn't affect Canada which is why they were able to get away with it. THEY DID IT TO MAKE PORNOGRAPHY OF COURSE!!
“I can’t pretend a stranger is a long awaited friend”. One of the best song lines ever written.
It goes a long way to explaining Peart's Meet & Greet policy.
@@ProximitySymbol28 it’s a line from Limelight. One of their best somgs. He was shy and wasn’t comfortable with fandom. A great lyric.
I respect this line, but I think it's important to see connection with everyone. If you see a "stranger" as someone just like you, trying to get through life the best they can, then it can break down barriers and get you "closer to the heart".
My favorite rush line of all time
Neil was one of the best lyric writers ever...The Pass comes to mind
What a class act Geddy is. I’m 60 years old and been a Rush fan since I was 15. Saw them in concert 5 times and I have to say…watching Neil shred on the drums was a sight (and sound to behold). One of the most iconic, unique and talented bands in the world!
I am May 24 bday. 20 years after Bob Dylan. In Trafalgar township which amalgamated into Oakville. Parents moved after the war to general store for a decade. Then got expropriated for QEW construction in mid 50's. GO train high school, later quick and easy way to into T.O. before barely graduating on time. With more absences than grades.
Geddy did this interview with the knowledge that Neil was dying. It was not public at the time and I can't help but admire the guy a little more...Just class.
Greatest trio of all time.
The world needs more people like Geddy, Alex and the late Neil Peart. They have made my life better and to this day in fact.
Mine too
I’m with you both.
All 3 of them were true artists...
They are missed by millions of people. Rock On.
This made me cry. During lunch. While I watched at work. Such a genuine person, so soft spoken and articulate.
Great band- but better humans.
Seek professional help.
They've always had a great sense of humor. I remember Geddy saying in an interview that Alex and him still called Neil, the new guy, after 40 years together! Lol! 😂
On the night, a few minutes before our first date we were on the phone, and I asked her " what music do you like?" She said " like a band?" Yes...
I've been listening to Rush lately. I'll be there in 15 minutes. That was 32 years ago. Still together, and still enjoying their music mutually more than ever. Thanks Guys. True story.
my wife is a rush listener as well, but it's not how we became a couple. i think she liked them to begin with and i just helped her a little
I never realized what a great guy Geddy was! I would jam with him any day
It doesn't hurt that all 3 were immensely talented. Its really unbelievable that those three individuals found each other and gelled so well for so long.
The talent is understood. Beyond and well above that, these guys are three of the kindest people ever in R&R.
RIP Neil. You won't be forgotten.
Such a classy individual. What a wonderful friend he must be.
Geddy is one of the greats guys ever to walk this earth. There, I said it.
Good. I didn’t have to 😀
Rush's music is like no other. They're music will pass the test of time. What musicians! 💯 🔥
They are music?
Wow Geddy seems like a truly good guy and all three respected each other so truly refreshing 🤓 I was not a big Rush fan in my youth, now 63 but in the last 10 years have come to realize what I was missing. Great respect for these talented guys
I'm so glad there are people like Geddy and Alex in this world. Truly decent nice guys, and not in any way the typical arrogant rock star. They're an inspiration.
Geddy is amazing. Neil and Alex, are equally amazing. The most intense sound I have ever had the pleasure of hearing and absorbing the intensity of their talented music! God bless them. Rest in peace Neil Peart. Best drummer of all time!
Dude, he seems like such a good guy in person. My respect for him and probably the rest of the members went up over the last ten minutes.
They were an absolutely epic band. Listened to them all my life.
Getty is such an intelligent and authentic individual. There is a clarity about his energy and the way he expresses himself so accurately. It's his light that strikes me so thoroughly.
He is quite articulate, and in this interview, he displays little ego. Rush were a class act, all the way through, and hugely professional in their approach.
@@stevestruthers6180 Yes, little ego means he is a true human Master--not of the bass but of being human. Buddhist monks have this normally. He is a very old soul I believe.
I love that Geddy talked about looking out and seeing families! I was the mom who took her 9 year old son to the VERY LAST concert ever in Los Angeles. My son LOVED IT!!!! We rocked out and he loved the visuals too. It was SO true - like total families there... amazing. When Neil passed, I could not listen to RUSH for 2 years. I was devastated - still am, but now I rock out once again. Just NO other band like RUSH! When I meet a RUSH fan, it's like we just click. It's great. Bless all of you!!!!
All three members of Rush understood each other, which saw them through the tough and good times. Through it all they, and their crew including management, everything went in house! More than a band, whole movement and sub culture! Three people who became friends and a band bigger than the three of them, music that is still being discovered by so many.
I met Geddy, Neil and Alex in the very early eighties. Was a young fan grew up listening to Rush vinyls and their music had a big impact on my developmental years. I live in St. Catharines and I go to the beach at Lakeside Park twice a week. We have a pavilion there commemorating Neil named for him. It is a heart warming legacy 💓 to all of the band members. Shout out to my friend Jeff Rogers!
I'm not sure how many folks realize just how humble this trio was in the sense of their musical accomplishments. Truly on the order of greatness in the rock genre
A fan since 1975, always better than the rest
I love these guys so much. My teenage son, who is already a musician, helped me get to know their music and get to know it better. Watching their documentary Beyond the Lighted Stage, I got to know them and they became my favorite band. I took Neil's death very personally and every chance I get I like to hear about their experiences, watch their interviews. These guys, full of dreams, changed my life.
Rush is the perfect example of planets aligning!! What a gift they have been in my life!! So sorry that Neil passed away!
Geddy, Alex & Neil were certainly a magnificent trio of some of the most thoughtful music. When I came hooked in the 80’s , I just couldn’t stop playing their songs over and over. Truly creative and mesmerising . 🙏❤️🎵🎵🎶
That story about the fans from Milan that made him feel guilty. What a guy. Loved that story.
When Geddy talked about Rush helping people being something he hears often, it struck home with me. I will not elaborate but Rush helped me keep going at a point I thought I was done.
There will never be another Rush not in a million years 😢thank all three of you for making my life worth living ✌️
Rush has been the soundtrack to my life. Neil Peart was my drum hero. I miss him soooo much . I miss Rush sooooooo much!!!
There's nothing to miss. The band had a career spanning for 4 decades, and their music can be played anytime at the push of a button. Be thankful you get to experience it rather than whine for perceived shortcomings.
I didn't realize I was whining? 😂
@@patricia-p2d9h You weren't whining, it's normal to miss someone. That comment makes no sense
I saw Rush for the first time as a rising star concert for a buck in Seattle circa 75. They played a couple tunes off caress of steel, lakeside park was outstanding live. About 6 months later they returned to the paramount theater for their 2112 tour which was the best 5 bucks I spent in my entire lifetime.
Five bucks for a RUSH concert, now you're talking!
Oh I miss RUSH too I've been to every English gig since they started 😢
A life of passion, precision, and and humility. Pure joy with this most beautiful band. Thank you, Rush, for the gift of your example.
What a great human being Geddy is, for me the 2 greatest bands and artist of all time are The Beatles, and RUSH!!!
I can’t imagine a greater group of guys to be able to hangout with . Each one of them brings a different perspective I can can only imagine what that experience would be like. Thank You RUSH
The world is a better place with Geddy Lee
I love the maturity and intelligence. And gratitude.
I don't listen to Rush much compared to other bands from the 70-80s but I love watching interviews from any member because they are so well spoken, calm, honest basically they act like good hearted people. It's very inspiring to see 3 members who always respect each other.
Was never a fan back in the day because I couldn't get past Geddy Lee's vocals...but that's what they played on the radio back then. If I'd heard their f-ing amazing instrumental stuff I'd have been all over them. What a great group of guys, RIP Neil Peart.
I miss those day's of buying my ticket to see Rush and counting the months down to what would be great show and they never disappointed me, brilliant musicians.
Even though i will never see them live again I've still got all their live performances on DVD to watch and enjoy. 🎸
Great interview. I love Geddy and Rush and really miss them . RIP Neil.
I took my twins when they were 8 years old to the Snakes and Arrows tour and again some years later on the Time Machine tour. I have loved these guys for almost their entire career and now my kids , who are in their 20's are huge fans also.
The lesson of Rush the Band to me is exploring that feeling of self discovery because it is fleeting. At some point in everyone's life you become transition from the person you were to the person you become.
I couldn't be prouder to have 3 great men, not just musicians, make up my favorite band.
The world should watch this interview. Geddy is the most incredible role model.
I will never forget seeing Rush several times live with my twin brother, happy times. Neil will always be missed 😢
So cool, calm and collective who would ever think of this guy being in a RUSH. R.I.P. Mr. Peart. I'm still in shock that there will never again be a Rush record and tour.
My life has been much richer, being a fan of Rush, and have been since 1977. It breaks my heart knowing I will never see them all together again on stage. But I treasure the memory of seeing them all together on stage and at home and in my car...and in my head. Thanks Ged, and Alex, and of course the Professor...rest in Peace Neil...and thank you all!!
00:47 "The curse of being Canadian is being nice"..... I wish I could say that about my own country.
Is there a sweeter man in rock that Geddy? I am genuinely curious. I have seen a lot of interviews and he always comes off the same down to earth respectful man, and of course, and absolute badass musician.
What sets them apart is that they are nice and respectful people as well as extremely intelligent individuals and musicians. They always stayed true friends and loved pushing each other to bring out their best.
geddy always takes such sense, and his respect for his friends never fails to move me...what a great guy x
Oh how I wish all interviewers were like Dan Rather. I bet he'd never heard of Rush, let alone listened to a n y of their music, and still manages to create a truly great and meaningful conversation with Geddy Lee 💪
Respectful regards from Sweden.
Not true, Dan is a HUGE Rush fan. Find the whole interview. You won't regret it.
Im not the biggest rush music fan, that being said I have a tremendous amount of respect and admiration for them. They’re all so articulate and well spoken, and undeniably talented. Im proud they are Canadian!
Please do a 2nd interview!!! GReatest Band ever!!
It's an old interview. The entire thing is about 40ish minutes and should be somewhere on RUclips.
Look for The Big Interview or something like that. I watched it a while back but the re-edit was enjoyed as well.
Thank you guys. This band raised the bar.
Wow I never knew what a friendship could be likened to until the revelation of this interview.
I saw them twice at Radio City Music Hall in 1982 & 1983. Best rock concerts I've ever seen! ❤️❤️❤️
I've known their music for many years but I am officially a fan of Geddy Lee. Class act. We need more of this in the world.
Many bands fall out over writing credits but Geddy nailed this by saying it doesn’t who wrote what , we are all involved etc .. Yes best thing ever .
Love these guys. Such great attitudes and respect towards each other.
What a class act - never saw them live, but gorged on most of their albums growing up. Never a more deserving trio of rock musicians.
Always Love Rush forever
Geddy Lee is a gentleman; A kind soul who is passionate about life and always moves forward to get better everyday. A great example for us all.
Geddy is one of the most endangered species...he's a honest man.
So many bands are undone by egos, but these three guys were like brothers in all the best ways. Throughout all those years of playing together, each of them lifted up the other two and they all inspired one another to dream big, think big and play big. There was never any need to add a 4th, 5th or 6th person; they already had everything they needed. They were the perfect team.
I was blessed to see RUSH 22 times and Geddy's recent book tour. I laughed and cried, and it was so good! RUSH is a brotherhood and good for the soul.
I remember in the late 70's I lived in Newmarket On. I used to go to his mothers variety store and chat with her. He looks just like her and she was the sweetest women , especially considering what she had survived . She had a really nice poster of Rush on the wall. His parents did an amazing job. YYZ is one of the most epic bass lines ever written .The only song I know where the crowd sings along to a song with no lyrics .
Wasn’t it called Three coins ?? I graduated NHS in 79 . Saw Rush quite a few times at MLG. New Year’s Eve with Max Webster was epic
Wasn’t it called Three coins ?? I graduated NHS in 79 . Saw Rush quite a few times at MLG. New Year’s Eve with Max Webster was epic
What a blessing thanks rush. Seen you guys 20 times.
I could listen to this man talk all day long.
It shouldn’t be amazing (but it is) that Geddy ACTUALLY answers the questions he’s being asked, elaborates and stays on point beautifully. Few do.
The Mozart of Rock n Roll in the past century. Love each of them.❤
Geddy Lee ... good dude.
It’s like being married for 4 1/2 decades it’s choosing the right partner. The chemistry is there if it’s not broke don’t fix it. They had fun and loved what they did and this band was a huge part of my music career. I’ve been drumming for 47 years and it was because of Neil’s drumming, why I practiced my ass off to have a 20 year touring career myself rest in peace, Neil, Geddy, Alex, you guys are a huge inspiration to the world. And caress of steel was my first album and one of my favorites.
There will never again,be another band like RUSH! Their musical creativity they came up with,was just astounding and will never be duplicated by anyone else! The key to all of that was of course............their true friendships with each other in which they shared a part of themselves while recording,and every listener can "feel" that in their music!
What a highly intelligent and articulate person Geddy is. He's absolutely right, him, Alex and Neil met as they were somehow destined to do so. And the rest is history. RIP Neil, missed but never forgotten.
I can even know how to beging expresing my gratefulness to these guys. They Made my years better during difficult times
"Taking your chances, you will have the right answers when the final judgment begins, the way the big wheel spins"
Im happy for their success and wish nothing but love and prayers to their families❤
all that and, "I hope the young kids have big ear protection because I care aboot their hearing" what a lovely guy.
Love RUSH and this is why because they are more than great musicians they are good human beings.
Dear Mr. Lee thanks for Your book! I enjoyed it immensely really good timing about Your background and Parents story. So many do not seem to understand about God's chosen people and the history of our past.
geddy lee is the greatest bass player of all time. and neil pert is the best drummer. the fact they are both in the SAME BAND is mindblowing . only canadians could pull this feat off
I had the pleasure of working with Rush in the film "I Love You, Man". They were awesome to work with. Good times.
A gentleman through and through. I miss this band!
I've been to church once...it was the Power Windows tour. I got so high that night but will take that memory with me to my grave...God bless Pastor Lee...
I've seen this whole interview before, but never tire of hearing Geddy. He is so special in the world!
"About (aboot)." You may rake the boy outa Canada ..."
My wife (then fiance) was pregnant with our first daughter when she and I saw Rush on the Presto tour. That daughter was with me when we saw Rush on the Snakes & Arrows tour in ‘07. In 2015, she was pregnant with her SECOND child when we caught them on the R40 Tour. I’ve always commented that, given that the R40 was by far their shortest tour-and sadly, their last-that our little town in Utah was on the itinerary.
Playing loudly is an understatement!!!! I always have ear plugs thanks to Rush!
What a cool guy!