Marathon Bass Cover HD
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- Опубликовано: 12 сен 2024
- Marathon - off of my favorite Rush album, “Power Windows”, which came out in 1985. It was the first album to feature Geddy’s use of the Wal bass which belonged to, producer, Peter Collins. While Geddy was waiting for his own Wal to arrive he used a Steinberger on this tour, which sounded great as I remember it.
There are a fair number of Rush tribute acts out there, some are better than others, but I consider all of them to be noble in their efforts. In my opinion, Rush is one of the most difficult bands to cover. Most I’ve seen on line and a few I’ve seen in person. I’m always a little skeptical until I see a band really play live because so much can be improved upon during the recording and editing process. I’m not a purist either. I don’t really care how many members it takes for the band to recreate the music, so long as they are faithful to it. In late 2015 we had the pleasure of seeing the Rush tribute band, Lotus Land, perform at Daryl’s House. For those who may not know know, Daryl’s House is owned by Daryl Hall (of Hall and Oates) and is a live music venue/restaurant in Pawling, NY. It is also where Daryl now films his show. We enjoyed them so much that when we saw they were returning in November of 2016, we decided to go and see them again. Lotus Land's bassist/vocalist/keyboardist, Christopher Nelson, and I were acquainted on Facebook and I offered him the use of my Wal bass for the show. He actually expressed some interest in it, so I went to the club early that day to drop the bass off. I made sure to tell him not to feel at all obligated to use it if he did not feel completely comfortable. If I were him, with all the multitasking he has to do on stage, the last thing I would want to do would be to pick up a strange instrument. From our brief meeting I can say that I don’t think I’ve ever met a person who is both as gifted and as humble as Chris. He hits all the money notes the bass, vocals, and keys. To do any one of those things well would be considered an accomplishment, but to be able to do all 3!!! One in a million! If you’ve not heard of them, check them out. www.lotuslandba...
Below is the transcript from my Facebook post about our meeting -
“We had the pleasure of attending the Lotus Land Rush Tribute show at Daryl's House last night. Of course, they rocked. Christopher Nelson took me up on my offer to use the Wal for a song and, I have to say, it sounded fantastic on "Marathon". Always the gentleman, he was gracious enough to introduce bass (and myself) to the crowd which was a hoot. Lynn and our friends, Dave and Deborah, started cheering but I quickly shushed them. Mercifully, Chris couldn't see me in the crowd to point me out. You don't see these basses around too often and I can't think of anyone else I'd rather hear take one out for a spin.
We were treated to a fantastic mix by Peter Moshay who has engineered, produced, and mixed, not only Hall & Oates, but everyone from Mariah Carey to Barbara Streisand. He's even slummed it and recorded me once or twice.
We had a great time. I dropped the bass off for sound check and returned at 7:30 for the show. When we pulled up to the club the parking attendants put us in the last spot in the lot, right by the front door. When we saw the hostess, she told us that our table had been given away in error and we wound up sitting at Daryl Hall's personal table. Oh, and I almost forgot, Lynn and I got the last two pork bellies in the house!
The food, service, music, and, most of all, the company was wonderful.”
Alternate version using a Kramer-era Spector NS2-A _ • Video
Well done! From what I read in a guitar magazine some 30 years or so ago, Geddy Lee had a terrible time with this song on-stage. He said at the time this is the most difficult song to play live. He had to practice playing the bass and sing at the same time, to the point where he wasn't even thinking about the bass chords when playing live. Most bass player would simplify the chords for the sake of playing live later on. Not Geddy!!!!
Geddy always was a perfectionist in his Rush days.
This is one of the reasons why Rush were so great: they never made it easy on themselves; they always pushed the limits of their talent to see what was on the other side and grow.
Agreed!
So thrilled "Power Windows" is your favorite Rush album, as it is mine as well! I know some fans don't care for the growth of the keyboards, but I think they did a lot of material that's sonically textured in a really fascinating way on this record. Great rendition as always.
Yes, totally my favorite by far. I think they were firing on all cylinders at that point in time. Thank you.
Having followed Rush since the late 70's and having heard countless covers of their catalogue I have to take my hat off in respect for your videos of Geddy's basslines, they are truly remarkable and so accurate to be uncanny, my unbridled thanks and respect 👏👏👏👏
Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to leave such a nice comment.
**Love RUSH, and still to this day cannot comprehend how Geddy can play at his level, AND sing, keep the rhythms and tempos from getting away every great song. Amazing. Another great cover Troy. You da man!**
It is amazing, isn't it. Thanks a lot.
I gave up being able to play this on bass. The main "running" riff gets my fingers dyslexic and I can't stop slowing down or speeding up
Man I love the sound of a Wal. Great cover as always. You never really get an idea of how awesome Geddy is. Until you see someone else play it.
Every couple of years I have to revisit this Library of Geddy, not just to marvel at the beautiful Canadian musical mind that created these auditory artworks that are Rush bass lines, but also to witness a true Rush fan, a master bassist in your own right; a keeper of the flame, and I truly hope that you’ve weathered the craziness that has been life on Earth for the past few years, and are keeping well!! ✌🏻🇨🇦
Thanks so much for the very kind words! Yeah, I hate to say it, but it seems as though I'd lived my entire life in preparation to Covid and it didn't really disrupt my lifestyle very much at all. I'm having a harder time to adjusting to things opening back up.
@@TJH3113 birds of a feather, you and I
This guy is figured out the perfect use of RUclips and I am grateful
Aw, thanks for the kind words.
This. Is. Perfection.
Wasn't really that keen on this song until I saw it live in 2011 on the Time Machine Tour. Since then, it's been in my Top 5 Rush songs. It's even better to hear it with its authentic and rich sound... makes it all the better. Keep up the sublime playing sir, every new upload always makes the day brighter.
Thank you very much for the kind words.
The Time Machine version is just epic,in my top 5 as well
Great story. I've been following lotus land for a while. I love how after the show they come out and hang out with the fans. Class act group of guys and super talented!
Thanks. I agree.
Great story and I must say your are a true gentleman and musician. The more I read about how you got this bass from the puddle of mud bassist to you loaning it to a cover band just proves to me more you are all about the music . Thanks for sharing the story's and posting the songs you do so well. Peace my brother ✌🏻
Thanks. Nice of you to say. Peace to you as well.
YES INDEEDY DO!!! Out of ALL the Rush-cover bands I've EVER SEEN live or on RUclips here,LOTUS-LAND is without question............the BEST THERE EVER WAS when it comes to the "Exactness" of any rush song!!! The vocals,the rhythm,the perfection in playing RUSH altogether!!! There one of very FEW whom I'd raise a hand up to!!! EXCELLENT COVER TROY!!! This is one of TWO favorite RUSH songs off this album,that I LOVE!!! (the other,being Territories)!!! Thanks for posting My Friend!!! :)
I have to agree with you, they are pretty much "top of the heap" and get extra points for being a 3 piece. And Chris is incredibly mild mannered and humble, it's hard not to like him.
I wholeheartedly Agree here Troy!!! :)
Rush tribute bands seem to be a dime a dozen and only a few really stand out. The make or break is always the singer who I've found is usually some guy with the standard black Fender J bass doing an awful-to-sort of OK imitation of Lee's voice . Power Windows who played the tri state area in the 90s to early 00s were the best one I remember. They made it look easy and the singer didn't make me cringe
I'm a big Rush fan, especially a Geddy fan. Since I've discovered your channel I make a point of listening attentively to at least once per day. I've always loved Rush, but the music is so complex that though I love it, I've never truly understood it. As I watch your vids, I finally start to get a sense of how Ged works his genius. You are my Cole's Notes for Rush. :)
That makes two of us! I'm very glad to hear that you find some value in my videos. Geddy was/is one in a million.
Only person other Geddy and the guy from Floyd's live band that I have ever seen play a Wal. Another fine video.
Thanks.
Love this album and song! That verse riff...wow! Thanks again for sharing the story with the content.
Me too! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.
Finally, 0 thumbs down; IT's possible guys!! Well done, Sir!!
Shhhh...he probably just missed this one. Thanks a lot.
GREAT TUNE!! Well done as usual.. looking for the screen behind you with the singing mouths during the end chorus with choir vocals
Thanks. That would have been great, wouldn't it? Haha.
Love it!!! A lot of great memories attached to that album.
Thanks. I hope it brought back some good thoughts.
You convinced me to buy a Wal. Many thanks!
Bet you didn't
Youre a fine player. I cant stand people who try and play Rush but you absolutely nail it down to the 32nd notes! I really enjoy your videos despite the scary masks! The cycloptic ones are particularly disturbing! :)
Except there are no 32nd notes anywhere here. 16ths, yeah ;)
stinker ;)
Thanks a lot. I know what you meant about the 32nd notes, I don't know the difference either.
Exactly. We play music...other people talk about it. ;)
I play music and also talk about it. These things aren't exclusive.
Love that song and the whole album ... great playing Troy!!
Me too! Thanks Richie!
Love this so much, great cover of one of my favorite Rush tunes. Alex's solo in this tune is amazing.
Glad you liked it.
One of my favorite songs for mountain biking... I love it when I’m climbing.. It has such a drive to it. Show of hands is my riding album.. LOL. MP3.. Thanks for sharing as always. Have a wonderful night..!!
Yes, such an inspiring piece of music, isn't it? Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave such a great comment.
Excellent playing as usual. I love how you use a different bass every now and then. Keep it up!!
Thanks a lot.
Yes! I was waiting for this cover with the Wal.
Ben Bieryla. - Me too. I always thought Marathon was the best song Geddy played using the Wal.
By the way, Great job Troy. Thanks for the video.
Cool. Hope that you liked it.
Thanks.
Man, that Wal sounds great.
Yes, the sound is unmistakable.
Você toca muito baixo. Parabéns pelo cover do baixo do Geddy Lee, que para mim é um dos melhores baixistas da história.
You play the bass guitar a lot. Congratulations on the cover of Geddy Lee's bass, which for me is one of the best bass players in history.
Muito obrigado!
I used to listen to this tune in the mornings before school my senior of high school -- near Pawling, NY actually. Great tone!
It doesn't get ant better troy, wonderful times these, you are so good, the wal sounds awesome, an album that I listen to every week I think its a masterpiece in my mind. more more "Power Windows" .
Thanks a lot.
Dang that WAL bass growls!
Been waiting to hear this song on that beauty of a Wal! Sounds like the original recording.
You have a gift, sir.
Thanks, that's was nice of you to say.
It's one of the greats. It's about nothing and about everything at the same time. Your playing - fantastic. I've picked up the bass after about 10 years just recently, and thought that i can't play anymore. After i found myself next to a proper amp, that feeling changed somewhat. These videos of proper playing don't help, because i continue to struggle with these multi-string fast arpeggios on a shitty amp at home (which conscience doesn't allow me to crank up at home anymore) - i feel like shit. But someday...
Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to leave. Such a very nice comment. Keep at it and you will get it.
Brings back great memories!
Cool.
Brilliantly done, and I love Alex's solo so fucking much in this song.
Thank you and, yes, it's a good one.
I have to say that not only is this an amazing cover but this is a great channel period. I personally know of several people that you've inspired to take up the bass and it has brought much happiness. Love the Rush stuff as always but wanted to second the idea for doing some Steely Dan if you are interested. Any of Chuck's stuff from Aja would be great. Hope you are doing well, and great playing as always Troy.
It's like you know. I've been learning this song for past few days and hoping you'd upload a cover with the Wal. Wonderful job as usual.
I know all. Thanks.
great job troy! geddy sure has some great bass lines.
Thanks. Yes he does, doesn't he?
Thanks for sharing. Lotus Land is absolutely amazing and I agree with everything you said about Christopher Nelson's talent. The best Rush tribute band out there for sure.
Any chance you can play & post this using your Rickenbacker? I always wondered what it might sound like with more of a growl.
That Wal has a very mellow synth sound to it, especially the open E string.
I have always liked the speed of this song, and you make it look easy. Well done.
And thanks for the Lotus Land info, I have enjoyed their vids, a really good tribute band to Rush. Wish they were closer so I could go see them live.
I always thought of the bass' sound as, for lack of a better word, "springy". Thanks.
Yeah, springy describes it also. It is just a unique sounding bass IMO.
Always enjoy your bass covers. Love that Wal!
Glad you like them!
That kicked ass! Great job
Thank you, John.
Fantastic cover, congratulations!
Thanks John!
Great job. Thank you for sharing
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!
Nicely played Troy! Love how you put in the extra triplets in the break section!
Thank you. Yeah, I don't often add any embellishments, but you caught me. Thanks for paying attention.
So good as always! Thanks for the info about the Rush cover band. I have never really known any, to be honest. Will check it out. Great work, my friend!
Thanks a lot.
Excellent performance, once again! (Here I am, debating which songs to do on the next Cruise to the Edge, and finding you've done this, too. Already got your Roll the Bones in my practice queue.)
Thank you very much. Excellent!
I haven't kept up with youtube and didn't know you got a Wal - it sounds awesome!
Nailed it!
Thanks!
Awesome as always! Man that Wal makes me smile :)
Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Great job as always. I saw Lotus Land a few years ago and they are great.
Thank you.
Phenomenal work as usual. Power Windows is my favorite album from Rush, followed immediately by GUP and then Roll the Bones (I'm weird, I know). If you're looking for a fantastic recording of the Steinberger on the PW tour, check out the Visions and Illusions boot; it's a soundboard rip from their show in Philly. The bass is super clear and up front in the mix and that unique super precise twang/growl that Steinbergers have comes through really clearly, particularly in this tune. My only gripe is that the Wal tended to get buried in the mix when played live, the difference in shows from Roll the Bones with the Wal and Counterparts with the Jbass is just astonishing.
Wonderful.
Thank you.
This is one Wal I can get behind!
Perfection.
Thank you.
awesome again !
Thanks a lot!!
Great job, Troy. And an excellent story!
Thanks Jim.
hell yeah, what a great way to start my morning!
Great!
LOVED it, many thanks Troy and what a great story about Lotus Land and will check them out.You are a class act in more ways than one...atb Dixie in UK
Thank you kindly.
Funny, other than the covers album, Power Windows is the only other Rush studio release I don't own, nor have ever listened to. I guess it's time to take a trip down to Amoeba and pick it up and give it a spin! No pressure, but your reputation is on the line! (Lol!)
Your milage may vary but, to me, Power Windows is their crowning glory.
TJH3113 well, I must say I am enjoying it. Thanks for the tip.
One of my faves. :-) Great job as always, Troy!
Thanks Joe.
You rule man!!! Awesome Death Studios collection!!
Awesome!! you always nail it Troy!!
Thanks.
just the right sound!
Yes, the Wal has a very distinctive sound.
@@TJH3113 How can I get this tone on a P-bass?
@@sampledude8846 I wish I could help, but I have no idea.
My favorite album too.
Great job as usual and cool story too!
Thanks a lot.
signals is my favourite rush album but i understand your choice my dude
And I understand yours.
I bailed at Grace Under Pressure. I hated when they turned to synth. Its still fun to watch the bass lines up close
That's cool. Everyone has their favorites.
Stellar cover, like usual. I would love to learn how to do that quick string hopping thing (whatever you call it) in the main riff. It's a technique used in virtually all Rush songs, and I don't even know what it's called, but you do it quite well.
I checked out that link for Lotus Land--seriously gifted musicians!
Rush's albums from the 80's are my favorites, with the exception of Hold Your Fire, didn't really care for that one.
Thanks a lot. I call them "triplets" but someone who knows more than me says that they are not...haha. I give a brief explanation on how to do them on my YYZ "tutorial" if you want to check that out.
I don't mind Hold Your Fire but I much prefer Power Windows to that.
Fantastic!
Excellent crazy cover! Fun story too.
Thank you.
Wal mk1 que baixo maravilhoso... queria um desse
Sim, era um baixo maravilhoso, mas não um dos meus favoritos.
as always !! great!!.
Great playing.
I love hearing this on a Wal. I'll be honest, I never liked Geddy's Steinberger. The Wal is way better for what Geddy was trying to do in the mid-late 80s. And Lotus Land's cover of Marathon is spot on. I've been listening to their covers online for a while now. I need to make it to one of their shows.
The Steinberger live sounded pretty good I think. Lotus Land really does put on a great show.
Geddy admitted many years later that he was never really happy with the 'berger's tone and was only using it so he wasn't knocking things over on stage with the neck of a standard bass
Positive! I have a Yamaha P bass and a small peavy amp. Nothing else. What do you think is the first pedal, box or whatever I should get to improve sound. A compressor?
Excelente!
Thank you Alan!
Você toca muito bem, show de bola
Muito obrigado.
Wow!!!! Great playing and a great sound! did you record the bass with the SansAmp RPM? Awesome job.... really enjoyed it a lot! And lucky you owning one of the rare Wal basses ;)
Thanks a lot. Yes, most all of my videos have one SansAmp pedal or another in them. I believe this was a ParaDriver DI.
hard to read the brand on your headstock but this looks and sounds like like a Wal. even if not you kick ass! nice tone too, reminds me of Geddy on HYF.
Yes, it's a Wal. Thanks.
I found one of these for sale, they want close to 8k for it but am thinking about pulling the trigger. It's a 1999 Wal MkII same specs and colors as in this video, Geddy Lee model.
That might be more than a new on costs. Granted, it's an awesome bass but I have a number of other, and much less expensive, basses that I like just as much, if not more.
Look at the current Wal price list. They are close to 9k now for a base model with no options plus import duties so 8k is a deal.
excellent job as usual. just curious, are you a steely dan fan? I'd love to hear a bass cover of deacon blues or reelin' in the years. thanks for all the awesome videos
Thanks a lot. I am a big Steely Dan fan. I was working on "My Old School" a little while back but put it down. Maybe I'll look into doing something by them.
Fodastico irmão. Amo seus Vídeos. Toca com Clareza e definição. Sensacional. Estou conseguindo tirar essas músicas pela grande ajuda do Sr. O Geddy Lee tem uma técnica Fantástica .Continue o seu Bom trabalho.
Muito obrigado.
MUITO BOM TEU TRABALHO COM O BAIXO. MUITO LEGAL PARABÉNS...
RUSH! The best of Galaxie!
Truth!
Which pickup are you using here?
Both.
Got a suggestion for you: Elevation by Television. An old band from the 70s NY CBGB days that is still kicking around last I heard. The tune Elevation off the album Marquee Moon has great instrumentation in it and a sweet bass line under two guitars.
I'll check it out.
Hey, I was just wondering if you know any Gowan? and if so, do you think you could do a bass video on it?
No, I'd never heard of them but I see he is the lead singer for Styx. I'll try to check them out. Is there a specific song that you think is good?
@@TJH3113 I think he may have only been popular in Canada in the 80's as he's a Canadian musician. There are quite a few good songs, I think the song 'Cosmetics' has a grooving bassline in it, 'Moonlight desires' is a great one too, 'Dancing on my own ground' has a good upbeat feel too it. I mention him because he has that Rush, Canadian sound to his music and he was a staple on music channels in Canada in the late 80's; I remember drawing with Crayon on my mom's Gowan LP as a kid, probably why I still remember him.
@@aarondavid4461 , I will check those out. It's great that got this gig with Styx. He seems to fit in really well. We've seen him a few times with them and they put of a great show.
How cool is that,,, and to sit with the man himself, Daryl Hall. Was it weird sitting at his table did you get Starstrucked? I would have I think. . Did you get to talk to him much? I watch his Show on VH1 whenever I can get a chance. What did you guys talk about if you got to.? HUH? I would have figured your favorite RUSH album being Moving Pictures ??????
Double Cheers
The fucking SIIIPPPPPPPP
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Hi happy owner of this gorgeous Wal! Still crossing fingers and toes for impeachment in USA ;=)
Champain's ready when you want.
Cheers
Hello. Yes, it looks as if it's heading in that direction.
can I call dibs on the Wal when you're done?
How do you get a tone like this?
These bases have a very unique tone. It is a Wal.
👍🇧🇷🤘
Thanks so much Paulo!
Very impresive... but can you make a cover while wearing a mask?
..that face @ 3:40 LOL
Haha. I forgot about that.
Hey I thought of something when watching you slap da bass. Last year in October you had more masks than most people, this year there is a good chance your neighbor has more than you... I liked it when you had the most masks of 99.9% of people out there. I can't wait till this Marathon ends for real....
We just had new neighbors move in next door. I'll have to ask them about their mask status.
Do scars
That was a looped synth part not a bass guitar
What kind of bass is that
It is a Wal bass.
Is this standard tuning?
Jorge Martinez Yeah, I like playing the verse from time to time and the same exact way as he's playing in the video (except worse), and I'm in standard tuning.
Yes.
Thanks bro! Love your playing!
Thank you! It gets a little tricky I guess but you are right