According to the band in the documentary about this tour, the band were in the zone, tighter than perhaps ever, on the Friday night in Toronto. Which would be fitting, yeah?
This performance is so incredible. They’re so locked in and perfectly in sync with each other. I’d be hard pressed to find a band that does it like this anymore. Rush forever
Driving home from college years ago, there was a line of awesome thunderheads across the sky ahead. Lightning in the clouds made them glow one at a time, and I realized why they are called thunderheads: they looked like a line of huge purple, carved busts. I realized I had Permanent Waves in the car, and blasted Jacob's Ladder while I drove through the storm. It is still one of my favourite songs.
Grew up in Canada … so I’ve had Rush in my life since the mid 70’s and I’ve seen them 17 times … that’s 17 concert shirts (I collect ticket stubs and t’s). Wife surprised me after Neil passed by having them all framed: t shirt with ticket stub x 17. Made me cry. Coolest media room ever now.
2112, A Farewell to Kings, Hemispheres, Permanent Waves, then Moving Pictures…… probably the greatest music ever written in a 5 year period! Honestly, just mind blowing how amazing those albums are. Long live RUSH1
And think of how far they came after Neil joined: they released two albums in 1975 and matured to the point where they released their first masterpiece, 2112, in 1976.
I wouldn’t say it was this song. It’s more The Spirit of Radio and Freewill. Permanent Waves was definitely an album that caught many fan’s attention though.
"The clouds prepare for battle" the best opening line of any song in History... Every major battle in the History of Men has been decided by the Weather.. Mother Nature does what she does, and we are to only watch it in it's magnificant Glory, life and death decided by her...
This song is such a standout even among Rush's many standout compositions, that I'll always wonder where it came from. They were in a complete other-worldly zone when they created it.
Me emociona sobremanera ver jóvenes brincar de felicidad cuando suena una canción que se grabó años antes de que nacieran. Tal vez años antes de que sus padres se conocieran. Es mágico.
Pick out a favorite RUSH song better than all the rest. I challenge you - I dare you. You cannot. My personal favorite and masterpiece of all their work that demanded that I be a devoted RUSH fan for the rest of my life was the opening intro of 2112. Every true and dedicated RUSH fan "KNOWS" exactly where they were at - and who they were with the first time they ever heard the beginning opening of 2112. I guarantee it!!! Long live RUSH! May your music forever echo into eternity!
I'm 66. Yes, you read that right. I remember getting "All the World's a Stage" on 8-track, when it came out. When I heard the guitar echo on "Anthem", I was hooked. For me Alex with the different sounds and chords he came up with was the reason I became a Rush fan. The different spacey chords of Jacob's Ladder is another perfect example. Alex never got enough credit for the success of this band, IMO.
Such a great song. On one level it's a brilliant depiction of a storm followed by sunlight breaking through the clouds. Or it could be the moment when you realise that although everything's going to s***, life still has a savage beauty to it.
@@Alex-xq5jxTenía 13 años cuando mi tío me llevo a verlos un 30 de noviembre de 1996, como la mayoría de los adolecentes escuchaba puro pop 🤣 sali de ese concierto y me cambio la vida y ahora con 41 años sigo maravilado, y hay etapas donde los discos de los 70s fueron mis favoritos, otras los ultimos años, otra los años 80s y ahora estoy reviviendo los 90s, ese album t4echo merece mas reconocimiento, si lo escuchas detalladamente esta buenisimo, ahora que Tool esta de moda puedo estar seguro que de ahi lis de Tool agarraron algo de inpiracion ya que se puede escuchar algo similar en algunas canciones como en la de t4echo y lateralus que es mas marcado, saludos desde el norte de Mexico
Glad to say I saw over 16 Rush shows & they performed this song at almost all of them. The best band live of my generation by far. R40 in Atlanta, Tampa & Charlotte were memorable shows. I knew it was the last tour & so hard to say goodbye!! Thanks for posting!!!
I will be 60 in December and have been a Rush fan since 2112. These vids show how great they were live. They never made a bad album. haha and Caress of Steel is one of my favs.
I found Rush back in 2006 when I was in high school. The recession made it too hard for me to afford concert tickets at such a young age when they played in Milwaukee. But you know what I'm 31 now and still rocking out to the most badass 3 guys from Canada 🤘🤘🤟✌️
I love this version of the song... For the most part I really prefer them to follow the studio version note for note, but Neil comes out of the slow section in an odd time signature that sounds so badass, and then goes back to playing things generally note for note. So tight, really wonderful composition by all three...
Verse] The clouds prepare for battle In the dark and brooding silence Bruised and sullen storm clouds Have the light of day obscured Looming low and ominous In twilight premature Thunder heads are rumbling In a distant overture [Instrumental Break] [Bridge] All at once, the clouds are parted Light streams down in bright unbroken beams [Instrumental Break] [Outro] Follow men's eyes as they look to the skies The shifting shafts of shining weave the fabric of their dreams
clouds prepare for battle In the dark and brooding silence Bruised and sullen storm clouds Have the light of day obscured Looming low and ominous In twilight premature Thunder heads are rumbling In a distant overture [Instrumental Break] [Bridge] All at once, the clouds are parted Light streams down in bright unbroken beams [Instrumental Break] [Outro] Follow men's eyes as they look to the skies The shifting shafts of shining weave the fabric of their dreams
Not only does it sound great, but it FEELS INCREDIBLE to play (especially when you rotate through other time signatures over it and improvise a bit in those time signatures). It is like rhythmic cocaine to drummers, why we get so excited by Peart's incredible drumpart composing. It is the highest high... your body feels like it is on a rollercoaster.
I've got this song just about memerized! Good to know out there guitarists are finding it challenging. Started drum lessons a few months back and today started working on the intro section of the drum part. Having a blast! Good luck to all of you Rush loving musicians.
That synth part, starting at 3:33, is so awesome. Such an atmospheric piece of music. So other-worldly. Iron Maiden, at the beginning of "To Tame a Land", is also that type of galaxial musical piece. It is awesomeness on a grand scale!
I got to hear that song a few times and during the filming of their "Moving Pictures" tour on March 27, 1981, at The Forum in Montreal, Canada. It was a mind-blowing experience and to be part of that "live" album.
I never got to see them live down here in New Zealand😪,but videos like this give me a little taste,still a big fan,I have owned Exit stage left since its release in my country,thanks for a great music video,Would have loved to see them do Hemisperes live😪
It happened to me. I was tent camping on a hunting trip when a storm came in-a big, loud, violent one. I sat out the storm in my car with Exit Stage Left playing and cued it to Jacob's Ladder. What a show.
Definitely the best trio of musicians & the best band to play live. Class act & the best at their craft. I've seen them over 30 times and enjoy watching these uploads. Thank you
I was at this show.
Me too with my brother who passed.
What show was this?
According to the band in the documentary about this tour, the band were in the zone, tighter than perhaps ever, on the Friday night in Toronto. Which would be fitting, yeah?
For those of us who had the privilege of seeing Rush live we are forever grateful. Their legend will live on forever and inspire new bands yet to come
about 80 times... what a band. Greatest power trio to ever walk the face of the earth. Period.
I sadly never got the chance to...
Forever grateful i saw them 5 times. First in 1976 and last on the 40th anniversary tour. Greatest 3 person band ever, no question.
I AGREE MY SON IS A BIG FAN LIKE HIS DAD
15 times words can’t describe the time I had
This performance is so incredible. They’re so locked in and perfectly in sync with each other. I’d be hard pressed to find a band that does it like this anymore. Rush forever
Zeppelin could do that. It's like its one person doing it all. Scary.
No other band is this tight AND there will never ever be another like alex geddy and neil ❤🙏✌🍁🍁🍁
Think they are all playing in different time signatures as well! Sounds like it anyway!😀
@@netjim1Zeppelin is good but Rush was in the Stratosphere..
I saw Tool in January, they are equally impressive in my opinion..
This is, without question, the DEFINITIVE version of this song! such a maturity in this redemption
Even at 61 years old I blare this song whether my neighbor likes it or not. I think he liked it so much he invited the police over to listen to it..
Your as old as my father. But he don't like rush much.
It’s my favourite Rush song
Love it!
He was able to get Stew, Andy and *the* Sting over to your place?! Damn I'm jealous
@@AutopsyMyDeath aww..well yes..I grew up with Rush..so naturally..I'm going to be around the same age as them. I'm proud to be the age I am. 😊
Progressive masterpiece of the highest order ..
Driving home from college years ago, there was a line of awesome thunderheads across the sky ahead. Lightning in the clouds made them glow one at a time, and I realized why they are called thunderheads: they looked like a line of huge purple, carved busts. I realized I had Permanent Waves in the car, and blasted Jacob's Ladder while I drove through the storm. It is still one of my favourite songs.
Chain Lighting Would Have Also Been Cool. (If Presto Was Released Yet)
This was the highlight of the R40 for me. An incredible performance that brings tears to my eyes every time I see it
It was the crowd favorite when I saw R40 at Auburn Hills, MI. A few tears were shed by me. I hadn't heard them perform it since 1980.
This is not music. This is an experience.
My gosh! It's crazy how much Portnoy and Carey studied from Peart! A true love for the master
Yeah, so did I.
Grew up in Canada … so I’ve had Rush in my life since the mid 70’s and I’ve seen them 17 times … that’s 17 concert shirts (I collect ticket stubs and t’s). Wife surprised me after Neil passed by having them all framed: t shirt with ticket stub x 17. Made me cry. Coolest media room ever now.
awesome! simply awesome!
Right on, Brother.
I was there. i miss them
Their likes will never be seen again.
Wish I could have seen them one last time. Spoiled to have seen them 5x. Most amazing band in the history of ever.
Holy crap that's awesome man, I was just reading Geddy Lee BBB and he mentions playing this song with that purple bass
On their DVD Geddy said this song has not been played in 30 years. Dang..
2112, A Farewell to Kings, Hemispheres, Permanent Waves, then Moving Pictures…… probably the greatest music ever written in a 5 year period! Honestly, just mind blowing how amazing those albums are. Long live RUSH1
And think of how far they came after Neil joined: they released two albums in 1975 and matured to the point where they released their first masterpiece, 2112, in 1976.
Goosebumps. Best band ever to walk this planet..it gets no better..dang..
Amen! The beatles and the stones were dopeheads and devil worshipers! They didn't have anything on these guys!!
Agreed 100%
This was the song that really pushed RUSH into the mainstream and caught the attention of many future fans.
Permanent Waves is a true masterpiece.
I wouldn’t say it was this song. It’s more The Spirit of Radio and Freewill. Permanent Waves was definitely an album that caught many fan’s attention though.
Rush...Thinking Man's Rock and Roll!
So true.
Women like me love RUSH too! This is my fav song by them..
I think so.
For some reason this song defines Rush for me! Heartbroken that I will never see them live again.
They are THE GREATEST LIVE BAND EVER!
@@KevinGougeon-q8k Absolutely!!!
100%, seen them live twice.
I regret not seeing them more.
"The clouds prepare for battle"
the best opening line of any song in History...
Every major battle in the History of Men has been decided by the Weather..
Mother Nature does what she does, and we are to only watch it in it's magnificant Glory, life and death decided by her...
This song is such a standout even among Rush's many standout compositions, that I'll always wonder where it came from. They were in a complete other-worldly zone when they created it.
Me emociona sobremanera ver jóvenes brincar de felicidad cuando suena una canción que se grabó años antes de que nacieran. Tal vez años antes de que sus padres se conocieran. Es mágico.
Pick out a favorite RUSH song better than all the rest. I challenge you - I dare you. You cannot. My personal favorite and masterpiece of all their work that demanded that I be a devoted RUSH fan for the rest of my life was the opening intro of 2112. Every true and dedicated RUSH fan "KNOWS" exactly where they were at - and who they were with the first time they ever heard the beginning opening of 2112. I guarantee it!!! Long live RUSH! May your music forever echo into eternity!
@@dancampbell9151 Why do you "dare us" can't we all just like Rush? And agree they are amazing?
Yes, I’ve been to at least four Rush live concerts ,and at 81 still enjoying their music.
@@robertohlrich369 You Rock! Rush is the best!
Just three guys from Canada, who proved you could create a whole new category and be just as successful as anyone else. They should be proud. 🇨🇦🎸
I'm 66. Yes, you read that right. I remember getting "All the World's a Stage" on 8-track, when it came out. When I heard the guitar echo on "Anthem", I was hooked. For me Alex with the different sounds and chords he came up with was the reason I became a Rush fan. The different spacey chords of Jacob's Ladder is another perfect example. Alex never got enough credit for the success of this band, IMO.
I'm 61 and DITTO.......
Such a great song. On one level it's a brilliant depiction of a storm followed by sunlight breaking through the clouds. Or it could be the moment when you realise that although everything's going to s***, life still has a savage beauty to it.
La escalera de Jacob uno de los mejores temas de Rush. Que bueno sería verlos en vivo!
La primera ves que los vi era Power Windows tour y R40 El Ultimo. 11 veces podia ver la magica del El grupo increible. 👍
@@Alex-xq5jxTenía 13 años cuando mi tío me llevo a verlos un 30 de noviembre de 1996, como la mayoría de los adolecentes escuchaba puro pop 🤣 sali de ese concierto y me cambio la vida y ahora con 41 años sigo maravilado, y hay etapas donde los discos de los 70s fueron mis favoritos, otras los ultimos años, otra los años 80s y ahora estoy reviviendo los 90s, ese album t4echo merece mas reconocimiento, si lo escuchas detalladamente esta buenisimo, ahora que Tool esta de moda puedo estar seguro que de ahi lis de Tool agarraron algo de inpiracion ya que se puede escuchar algo similar en algunas canciones como en la de t4echo y lateralus que es mas marcado, saludos desde el norte de Mexico
A masterpiece, but then again I say that about many of their songs
Glad to say I saw over 16 Rush shows & they performed this song at almost all of them. The best band live of my generation by far. R40 in Atlanta, Tampa & Charlotte were memorable shows. I knew it was the last tour & so hard to say goodbye!! Thanks for posting!!!
Another diehard fan like me! Love them..how I wish for Neil Peart..just one more concert..😞
then you would've mostly saw them in 1980 and 2015 then!
I don’t think they liked this song much, if I had to guess maybe it was because it was boring to play compared to other stuff.
One of the best songs by RUSH IMO I just learned this live version on drums, The 12/8 section is my fav.
They were awesome! RIP Neil!
Favorite Rush song (for me,) and that's saying ALOT, I listen to Rush quite a bit.
I feel so amazed. When Peart hit the tubular bells, even just few second. Still beautiful art of drumming. Rest in Peace and Love, Professor ✌🏻❤️☮️🤗
I will be 60 in December and have been a Rush fan since 2112. These vids show how great they were live. They never made a bad album. haha and Caress of Steel is one of my favs.
I found Rush back in 2006 when I was in high school. The recession made it too hard for me to afford concert tickets at such a young age when they played in Milwaukee. But you know what I'm 31 now and still rocking out to the most badass 3 guys from Canada 🤘🤘🤟✌️
Triumph of good music.
I love this version of the song... For the most part I really prefer them to follow the studio version note for note, but Neil comes out of the slow section in an odd time signature that sounds so badass, and then goes back to playing things generally note for note. So tight, really wonderful composition by all three...
The second half when the guitar spidery part comes in combined with the drums is so awesome, it changes wether you focus on the drums or on the guitar
@@maximilianodelrio Spidery part? Don't know what that means but like it!😀
@@2760ade haha i mean the second part of the song after synths, when the guitar comes back
how on earth did you guys come up with this incredible beautiful music!!
Neil wrote the lyrics and he was pretty much inspired by poetry and philosophy and various other stuff he was into
Wonderful performance. Rest in peace Neil Peart.
1000 times better than any other bands in the last 25 years hands down
Verse]
The clouds prepare for battle
In the dark and brooding silence
Bruised and sullen storm clouds
Have the light of day obscured
Looming low and ominous
In twilight premature
Thunder heads are rumbling
In a distant overture
[Instrumental Break]
[Bridge]
All at once, the clouds are parted
Light streams down in bright unbroken beams
[Instrumental Break]
[Outro]
Follow men's eyes as they look to the skies
The shifting shafts of shining weave the fabric of their dreams
That's FABULOUS!
Not too many bands sound THIS GOOD live!
RIP NEIL. We miss you!
Unthinkable, to get better than this.
clouds prepare for battle
In the dark and brooding silence
Bruised and sullen storm clouds
Have the light of day obscured
Looming low and ominous
In twilight premature
Thunder heads are rumbling
In a distant overture
[Instrumental Break]
[Bridge]
All at once, the clouds are parted
Light streams down in bright unbroken beams
[Instrumental Break]
[Outro]
Follow men's eyes as they look to the skies
The shifting shafts of shining weave the fabric of their dreams
I traveled to Toronto Canada from New Jersey just to see Rush in their home town. And this song was my favorite!
Us too! We drove from Escanaba to see them in Toronto! So glad we did!
Rush é fodástico!! Tive o prazer de assistir ao vivo em 2002.
Three guys did that live. Unreal
Best R40 song ever.
I love that syncopated pattern Neil does at about the 5:06 index.
Neil hitting the snare like it owes him money.
amazing..my fav part of the song
Not only does it sound great, but it FEELS INCREDIBLE to play (especially when you rotate through other time signatures over it and improvise a bit in those time signatures). It is like rhythmic cocaine to drummers, why we get so excited by Peart's incredible drumpart composing. It is the highest high... your body feels like it is on a rollercoaster.
@@danielschnee2666 very cool
Neil has 4 brains; one for each limb. Don't know whether his two wives would claim a 5th but it wouldn't surprise me. RIP Professor. The Master.
greatest band ever
Agree 💯
That guitar part staring at 4:40 is in 13 or alternating 6-7 depending on how you want to count it. Its mesmerizing to listen to and to count.
Fun to do fills in once you know your way around, too! That one and Farwell to Kings always fucks with me.
I can drum up to that part, then I just give up
@@NothingToDismay Oh yeah, there's no way I can notefornote that. I just bullshit that whole section and hope I count it right. 😂
I think it is definitely 6/8,7/8 alternating but Peart's drum beat? F*ck knows!😁
I've got this song just about memerized! Good to know out there guitarists are finding it challenging. Started drum lessons a few months back and today started working on the intro section of the drum part. Having a blast! Good luck to all of you Rush loving musicians.
I have heard a lot of live concerts from Rush over the years and I have not once heard a bad set from them. Not ever. That's how good they were.
I still can’t believe Neil is gone.
That synth part, starting at 3:33, is so awesome. Such an atmospheric piece of music. So other-worldly. Iron Maiden, at the beginning of "To Tame a Land", is also that type of galaxial musical piece. It is awesomeness on a grand scale!
I got to hear that song a few times and during the filming of their "Moving Pictures" tour on March 27, 1981, at The Forum in Montreal, Canada. It was a mind-blowing experience and to be part of that "live" album.
So much talent 👏
I have been a rush fan since 1982.the keyboard solo in Jacobs ladder just takes you into another dimension!
"The shifting shafts of shining weave the fabrics of "our" dreams.......Thank you Neal, Alex and Geddy.
Does Geddy have rear view mirrors on his keyboard stand?? Man what an awesome concert.
I'm so incredibly grateful I to see them live.
Instrumental on this song is one of my all-time favorites.
Rush, inesquecível!!!
This reaches the apogee of prog rock. An utterly brilliant work by a band firmly ensconced atop the Mt. Olympus of prog/rock bands.
It's like an advanced alien civilization arrived and shared their music
Rush, is like the Hitman Hart in the wrestling history!! The excellence of execution, Long live Rock'n' Roll....
Mr Perfect!
What a performance , sounds as good as the live version on Exit Stage Left 😁
Rush Are Gods !! This Is The Epic Masterpiece That Proves It !! Only Thru The Camera Eye Will You C ?
the role model of rock bands
Magico sonido
One of there best performances
Obrigado Rush!!
This live was ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE!!
Direto da grande Ilha de Sao Luis Maranhão Brasil
Saw them in 2010 with my dad and sisters in Toronto. An experience I will forever cherish. Best band ever!
Que banda maravilhosa!¡
One of my PW favourite tracks...
Best moment of R40 for me. God bless these guys.
I love the way the music goes in and out of very complex time signatures, as well as the sophisticated music theories.
Are you new to prog rock?
@@yellowkangdexasthur4904 doesn't matter..as long as he is a RUSH fan good enough for me!
World class.
Esse trio faz muita falta porra
Gracias!!!!!
Pure rock pure legends pure music
Eu amo vocês, caras! Extraordinários!
My 1st RUSH album 1980
Now many years later I still remember hearing this for the first time.
They’re so in sync here it’s mesmerizing!
Awesome performance.
Fantastic sound quality !
One of my favorite Rush tunes. So much fun on the drums.
Tears in my eyes
Brilliant 👍
I never got to see them live down here in New Zealand😪,but videos like this give me a little taste,still a big fan,I have owned Exit stage left since its release in my country,thanks for a great music video,Would have loved to see them do Hemisperes live😪
Great song! Love those stacked Marshall amps!!
They are only props.
Одна из любимых груп, 1980 permanent waves, самый сильный альбом.
Dang, what a great song. RIP Neil. 😥
Listen to this as a storm is coming in…
It happened to me. I was tent camping on a hunting trip when a storm came in-a big, loud, violent one. I sat out the storm in my car with Exit Stage Left playing and cued it to Jacob's Ladder. What a show.
So Powerfull 😢.!
Lifelong fan. Started seeing them on the Presto tour. Saw them twice on this tour. Hearing this song at the R40 concert was peak Rush for me.
This time changes are like a hybrid of gentle giant! A little more subtle! Definitely deep!
Definitely the best trio of musicians & the best band to play live. Class act & the best at their craft. I've seen them over 30 times and enjoy watching these uploads. Thank you
Thank you for the tickets to the symphony. ❤❤❤ Beautiful.
all things great and small.... rush
I am old school as far as this song is concerned. I still think the '81 Exit...Stage Left version is the best.
I agree. The middle part of this version sounds a little "rushed".