Say them 13 times starting with the opening show of the Roll the Bones tour at Copps Coliseum in Hamilton, Ontario. They sounded just as spectacular on the R40 tour.
Hey Garey, I've seen a lot of reactions to Neil's drumming, and many of them are drummers. You are the first to point out his styles, like, paradiddles, triplets, quads, two-up-two-down, and so on. I'm not a drummer, I am a piano player, classically trained, but your approach is fascinating. Thank you.
I am a guitar player, and Neil was my favorite musician of all time. His finesse, his power, his constant striving to be the best he could be. A monster musician! RIP to the greatest. Tears in my eyes watching this.
The death of his daughter and wife back-to-back was something most of us couldn't of dealt with; Neil's ability to rebound was beyond anything I could of done.
You underestimate yourself, and others. What Neil did was what many of us would do. He, being an artist, wrote about it, and showed it in his art. But, all of us have to deal with tragedies.
@@kerrysmith1899 Re: dealing with tragedy. I agree that we all deal with things differently. I am 56 yrs old, and in 2013 I lost both my parents within 6 months. In Jan '14 we lost my father-in-law, then in March '14 our 17 year old dog died. The grief was overwhelming. However, given I'm not a mega-rich and famous rock star, I couldn't simply get on my motorbike & get over it by riding 50,000 miles. We just had to get on with things. Don't get me wrong, I love Neil's writing and playing, and I envy his ability to be able to drop everything. It has taken my wife and I years to even begin to come to terms with our losses. I guess what I'm trying to say is that Neil had a way to drive the grief and fear away, whereas most of us just have to get on with it.
Just a minor historical correction: Test for Echo was the last album *before* Neil's wife and daughter died (his daughter the month after the T4E tour ended, and his wife the following year), leading to the band's 5-year hiatus. Vapor Trails was the first album after that break. Very enjoyable reaction / analysis - thanks!
I'm just a few years younger than the guys from Rush and went to the same high school as Geddy Lee so as a teenager I idolized these guys. It's still hard to believe Neil Peart is gone as he was only 67 and he will be remembered as one of the best drummer/percussionists ever!
R.I.P Neil, not only a brilliant drummer, but what a fantastic lyricist and story teller. Thank you for your music. Going to have a weekend dedicated listening to Rush albums I have loved for 40 years.
This man has been my hero since 1978. I saw him (and Rush) live 13 times (twice up close!) and it was never anything short of amazing and spectacular. Neil was definitely one of the very best and there will never be anyone like him. RIP Professor, you are greatly missed. Thanks Garey! 👍
I LOVE that you pronounce his last name correctly. I liked this video for that alone. Rush is my all time favorite group, thank you for recognized Neil Peart's talent.
Neil was the picture of musical brilliance. He was already one of the greatest drummers then stepped backed, dissected his playing and took the time to learn how to do it even better. He never stopped learning ways to take his craft to new levels.
One of his performances that I still love was when he played for the Buddy Rich tribute. When he took that smaller, Buddy Rich-esque kit and made that baby sing was simply beautiful!!
My father had the privilege to go see these guys a plethora of times. I didn't have the opportunity to see them but man, watching appreciation videos like these makes me feel closer to Peart's art.
Thank you for doing this video , AND , pronouncing his name correctly . May the Professor continue to rest in peace . He may be gone , but the original GOAT will live on in the hearts of the fans worldwide . ❤️🇨🇦
I grew up a lucky child as my father owned and operated big jazz clubs in Boston. The musical influence in my home held no boundaries. Although following Neil Peart with my drumming far to much was a partial problem. They recognized his skills. As I got older Max Roach Art Blakey buddy Gene Krupa I could go on for days really caught my ear. Ty for this. You taught me alot today. This was fun!!!
Saluting a master - perhaps THE master - while mourning and celebrating a percussive prince. RIP to a drummer I saw several times since the "Signals" tour. Thanks for the analysis, Garey!
You honestly have the best reactions. We can literally see you playing the drums while watching. We usually watch the videos twice once we watch the drummer the second time we watch you react. We wanted to do videos of us reacting to your reactions lol keep it up
I've seen a lot of videos on youtube. As a soon to be 53 year old drummer I enjoyed this video about as much as anything I've seen to date. It's not just the great narrative of what's happening it's watching the sheer joy he has when watching it. As a lifelong Rush fan, 18 times total in concert, I obviously habla the Neil Peart. I patterned myself after Neil and John Bonham. I probably watched "The Song Remains the Same" about 20 times before I was sixteen. Keep up the good work brosef.
This one.....Neil Peart's death hit me DEEP....Obviously, it has struck many deeply....This is a man whose work caused MANY fifteen year-olds, who had up to then not considered the drums, but upon hearing him play, to go out and spend hard-earned lawn-mowing money on their very FIRST set of drumsticks...R.I.P. Maestro
There are people who react to songs because the like it and then there are people who react because they actually know what's going on musically. You know what's going on musically and I truly appreciate it.
Love your real-time analysis of these great rock drummers. Gives me even more appreciation and understanding of my favorite bands/musicians. I've seen Rush several times over the past 40 years and they never fail to deliver. (As a youthful bass player Geddy was one of my influences.) I knew NP was a great drummer, but when I watched this DVD several years ago my appreciation jumped 10 fold. Loved the sync with the old musical clips at the end.....
First time I saw Rush was the Subdivisions tour at Cobo in Detriot. I grew up wanting to play like Neil but my mom got me a guitar instead of drums. I think Neil Peart is the rock drummer all guitar players wanted to be. So melodic and memorable. What a treasure.
Hey Garey, great great informative piece.. I'd only comment that at 7:40 you mentioned that Test for Echo was Rush's 1st album back after Neil's family tragedies. It was actual the last album beforehand in '96. Vapor Trails in '02 was Rush's comeback album(and one of the best). Fantastic job breaking down what Neil's doing, and helping us continue to enjoy his genius.
I didn’t see it commented previously, but the midi-Kat/kit “call & return” @ - 13:40 is from Peart’s “Pieces of Eight” composition which was actually a little .45 on plastic readers got in one issue of “Modern Drummer”, right around the time his red Tama superstar kit was awarded in a composition contest. I think I still have it
Funny, listening to you describe the patterns as he was playing, I realized there were names for things I’d learned only by ear years ago. Never got good enough to pull off a solo like Neil, but I could play short stints fairly well. Forty years ago, i played to most of the hard rock bands, but when I discovered Neil Peart, I became obsessed with learning Rush songs. When I picked up a cheap set a couple years ago and started banging around again, after a few weeks of getting my feel back, I began doing freeform “drum solos” for my own amusement. Coming on youtube and watching videos like this one is a pleasant eye opener. While I’m no Neil Peart, using what limited skill I do have, I definitely sound “Neil Peartish”. Never realized how much his particular style rubbed off on me. Thanks for the interesting analysis!
Watched your review of Tommy Aldridges drum solo with BOA performed many moons ago. Loved the way you broke it down. Same here with Neil. Your insight and knowledge is refreshing very enjoyable, keep up the good work!
I have had the pleasure of seeing Neil Peart 5 times live (of course with RUSH) but I barely noticed Geddy and Alex because I was so fixated on Neil .. this man is a God and there will never be another like him ever!
@atomic3939 😀😀😀😀 I've always pronounced it pert also.... it almost makes me cringe when people say peart...... almost 99% of everyone I know says pert even when I've seen interviews you heard the interviewer say pert.....
@THE AVERAGE BEAR Man won't you lighten up..... go change your tampon dude..... that is not a reason to report someone.....you are the one acting like an asshole......Pert.......yeah I said it......
I’ve watched this drum solo by Neil so many times I can anticipate what the next section will bring. I had the pleasure of seeing the great Buddy Rich perform waaay back in the day on my high school auditorium stage. Although I’m not familiar with the language of drum techniques, I thoroughly enjoyed your analysis. And now it’s on to Ginger Baker and John Bonham! Thanks!
It's not easy programming yourself to produce "superman's a drumer" Thank you "Professor" for sharing your phenominal expression through hard work, ability and talent. Every time I ever heard you speak, interviews etc., I heard nothing but positive energy and how much it ment to you to share. For this reason you will be surely be missed and never forgotten. Signed Your student.
What an absolute artist behind the kit. Always seeking perfection in so many diff styles/players. RIP GOAT. Not many drummers caught your ear like Neil did. Temple of Syrinx was wore out on that 2112 album
Great video! I love how you break down all of the different stickings that he uses throughout the solo. This is one of my favorite solos from Neil. Subscribed.!
@MAD GRUMPYMAN Thanks for proving my point more. Funny part is, I didn't even infer any "fluffy, feel good nonsense." I was observing how your name suits your wording.
@MAD GRUMPYMAN It's funny; you want to insult others for having an opinion opposite yours, but this only proves you're even more small minded than they are. Your opinion was also unasked for and unsought.
MAD GRUMPYMAN I find it quite amusing how you are infatuated with your own rationality, as if there isn’t a single irrational element to it. What makes you think your reasoning is perfectly clear? Cynical arrogance is a helluva drug when overdosed.
The younger generation will never be able to see a true master of the kit in concert ever again, thankfully we have youtube these days, Neil was an inspiration to so many musicians around the world, and his passing is felt by all. R.I.P. "Professor" your time came way too soon.
Peart released a breakdown of this solo after the R30 tour was finished, and I applaud you in continuing the tradition of analysis, Garey. In the video, at about 5:15 in your video, his hands moved to play in 7/8 for a couple measures, while his feet maintained a waltz groove. It absolutely blew my mind! Peart indeed earned the nickname "The Professor"!
As a Rush fan since the Moving Pictures tour, this analysis gave me the same thrill as I felt seeing them live. Thanks for triggering a flood of memories from the many concerts I attended to see the three guys from Canada tear it up. 👍😁
I'm transitioning more into producing and midi writing now (bad knees getting worse making kicks and hats painful) but Neil Peart and Nick Mason (Pink Floyd) have always been my absolute favorites. There are two ways to play, in my humble opinion: as a metronome to help the band keep time or as a musical instrument. Those two did the latter with SO much style!
Neil brings the light to the drum kit being a musical instrument not just a time keeping mechanism. It’s a musical instrument able to be very musical on its own. God Rest His Soul.
Honestly I started out playing drums as a kid in the 70's I could play the kiss solos which was fantastic as a 11 year old then I started listening to rush I realized at that point at an early age that I couldn't play better than guy like Neil so I learned to play harmonica. Love your videos
Thank you for the explanation of the odd sounding hand/foot independence section. I'm no drummer but this reaction was wonderful I really appreciate it :)
want to know a cool thing? The Rush: 30 Kit was Neils smaller kit. During new album tours he used a bigger kit, which iirc was 3 set of basics, 2 electric sets, electric xylophone, 2 rows of cow bells, 2 rows of bell chimes. I saw them During snakes and arrows tour, and clockwork angels tour. During the snakes and arrows he broke a cymbal mid song, and just used a different one. Kept tempo and never missed a beat while the stage hand fixed it. Was a cool thing to see as most people would pause the song for tech issues, then start over. Unless u was close to the stage, you wouldnt have known it happen.
Its soooo nice to hear a bit about the technical side of his work, since 99.99999% of us only stand back - foot tapping violently, of course - with mouths agape and mind humbled.
ta for that. A lot of understanding, interpretation and history that would not have been at all visible to me....plus the smile on your face says a lot :)
I like you reaction video. Not just a listening and hooray video. Love the technical talking and knowing some background of the professor. RIP Neil The best!
Thank you for such an informed reaction. Really nice to hear from a drum teacher as Neil plays this epic and entertaining solo. I'm a guitar player but absolutely love and respect all things percussion. The limb independence portion is baffling to me (much like Neil's bandmate Geddy' ability to sing, play bass and Taurus pedals/keys simultaneously). How one develops that is amazing! Neil has always said he is not particularly coordinated outside of drumming, but man did he make up for it in this particular area/craft. RIP Neil. So happy to experienced some form of his drum solo live 31 times from 1980 thru 2015.
I just listened to Jacobs Ladder from ESL. Neil's phrasing after the 6:23 mark, becomes progressively more brilliant as the song plays. No drummer so effortlessly plays odd time signatures so brilliantly as to make them flow so evenly.
Always the Professional. Even though the majority of people could not hear the difference. Rush went into retirement, because Neil felt he would soon not be able to play the complexity of Rush songs up to his standards. Neil felt the fans deserved perfection. He would except nothing less from himself.. Nor would he allow the fan to receive anything less.
This was great fun to watch with you. I don't play any instrument (sadly), but I've always been a big Rush/Neil Peart fan. Loved hearing your insights on what the man is actually doing musically - other than pounding on those skins!😉
This seems to have become Peart's best known solo and it's not hard to see why. In his early years he, like most rock drummers, sought simply to dazzle the audience with power and speed in his solos. Over time his soloing became more nuanced and musical, until he was constructing what can only be called drum concertos, and this is probably the finest example of that approach. The way it ebbs and flows between movements, the variety of styles and techniques, and the sheer athleticism of it are a wonder to behold.
As a huge Rush fan, I always knew that Neil Peart was awesome. However, after watching this I now understand how much technique went into his solos. The mere fact that he can play his hands and feet at the same time, but at different times is amazing!!!
Wow. Again. Great breakdown. My Grandfather turned me onto big band music (he was a WWII vet born in 1907 passed in 76). My grandmother lived to 103 years old and couldn't stand Swing or Big Band music (let alone rock!). She called it "chaotic noise" Peart was one of the greatest losses of the 20-21st century percussionists IMHO and you've really done him a lovely service explaining some of his history of learning and influence. He had many amazing performances (like Bill Bruford and so many others, Portnoy and so many others. Thank you for taking the time to pay tribute to, and help all of us to understand the history of these great artists. Truly
R.I.P Neil Peart, I was privileged to see him 18 times in concert.
wow 18 times! i saw them in '91 on Roll the bones tour
Say them 13 times starting with the opening show of the Roll the Bones tour at Copps Coliseum in Hamilton, Ontario. They sounded just as spectacular on the R40 tour.
I got to see him twice.
Saw him 3 times starting in 1986 with the Power Windows tour and ending with Vapor Trails
I sadly never got the chance to see him 😔
Hey Garey, I've seen a lot of reactions to Neil's drumming, and many of them are drummers. You are the first to point out his styles, like, paradiddles, triplets, quads, two-up-two-down, and so on. I'm not a drummer, I am a piano player, classically trained, but your approach is fascinating. Thank you.
Agreed. I am a drummer, but self taught.
Agreed!
Thank you. Bless you,all the best.
The only "teacher/drummer reacts channel" that actually has a great teacher/drummer commenting.
Too much bla bla
@@madmax19furyroad22 For ill equipped individuals - no doubt.
@@BillBrolse keep paradiddlin' down that road, Snarkssen.
I am a guitar player, and Neil was my favorite musician of all time. His finesse, his power, his constant striving to be the best he could be. A monster musician! RIP to the greatest. Tears in my eyes watching this.
Got my respect right away when he pronounced Neil's last name correctly.
Damn straight
EXACTLY!!!!
@araparseghian2 And really don't you think Alex Lifeson should get it right?
Later in the video,he starts to pronounce it wrong. WTH?
I give no one heartache about screwing it up. It's utterly understandable.
The death of his daughter and wife back-to-back was something most of us couldn't of dealt with; Neil's ability to rebound was beyond anything I could of done.
You underestimate yourself, and others. What Neil did was what many of us would do. He, being an artist, wrote about it, and showed it in his art. But, all of us have to deal with tragedies.
It's couldn't HAVE...and could HAVE or could've...not "of".
@@joconnell8145 Thank you. I can't believe I made that grammatical mistake.
@@kerrysmith1899 Re: dealing with tragedy. I agree that we all deal with things differently. I am 56 yrs old, and in 2013 I lost both my parents within 6 months. In Jan '14 we lost my father-in-law, then in March '14 our 17 year old dog died. The grief was overwhelming. However, given I'm not a mega-rich and famous rock star, I couldn't simply get on my motorbike & get over it by riding 50,000 miles. We just had to get on with things.
Don't get me wrong, I love Neil's writing and playing, and I envy his ability to be able to drop everything. It has taken my wife and I years to even begin to come to terms with our losses.
I guess what I'm trying to say is that Neil had a way to drive the grief and fear away, whereas most of us just have to get on with it.
@@joconnell8145 truly amazing these days how many people write it as well say it, does my head in :).
There is absolutely nothing more enjoyable than watching one drum enthusiast/talent praise another on his skills..
I loved the joy on your face while critiquing. RIP, Neil
Just a minor historical correction: Test for Echo was the last album *before* Neil's wife and daughter died (his daughter the month after the T4E tour ended, and his wife the following year), leading to the band's 5-year hiatus. Vapor Trails was the first album after that break.
Very enjoyable reaction / analysis - thanks!
I'm just a few years younger than the guys from Rush and went to the same high school as Geddy Lee so as a teenager I idolized these guys. It's still hard to believe Neil Peart is gone as he was only 67 and he will be remembered as one of the best drummer/percussionists ever!
R.I.P Neil, not only a brilliant drummer, but what a fantastic lyricist and story teller. Thank you for your music. Going to have a weekend dedicated listening to Rush albums I have loved for 40 years.
This man has been my hero since 1978. I saw him (and Rush) live 13 times (twice up close!) and it was never anything short of amazing and spectacular. Neil was definitely one of the very best and there will never be anyone like him. RIP Professor, you are greatly missed. Thanks Garey! 👍
I've see Rush 13 times but still the only rock concerts ive been to that when the drum solo starts Nobody leaves
the arena RIP Professor
And on their feet! Lol!
I love your enthusiasm over his solo. Lucky enough to see Rush since 1979 and Peart still stands heads and shoulders above other rock drummers.
Artists like Neil Peart can never really die. Their influence on young musicians makes sure their spirit continues on.
Very true
That snare drum blast at 11:45 always gives me an eargasm!!!! RIP Neil, and thank you for everything.
There will never be another like Neil. R.I.P and thank you for decades of amazing music!
I LOVE that you pronounce his last name correctly. I liked this video for that alone. Rush is my all time favorite group, thank you for recognized Neil Peart's talent.
Neil was the picture of musical brilliance. He was already one of the greatest drummers then stepped backed, dissected his playing and took the time to learn how to do it even better. He never stopped learning ways to take his craft to new levels.
One of his performances that I still love was when he played for the Buddy Rich tribute. When he took that smaller, Buddy Rich-esque kit and made that baby sing was simply beautiful!!
My father had the privilege to go see these guys a plethora of times. I didn't have the opportunity to see them but man, watching appreciation videos like these makes me feel closer to Peart's art.
My favorite drummer. Inspired, uplifted, and awed me into getting my own set way back in 1989.
A great, knowledgeable and enthusiastic reaction to arguably Neil Peart’s greatest drum solo.
I’m glad you pointed out his work with Freddie. You can see it in the circular motion. The “dance” happening in the air. 🥁
Thank you for doing this video , AND , pronouncing his name correctly . May the Professor continue to rest in peace . He may be gone , but the original GOAT will live on in the hearts of the fans worldwide . ❤️🇨🇦
Sooooo informative! Best reaction to this solo, I've seen by far! Thank you!
Bravo to the drum tech who sets up Neil's kit
Bryan B was it Gump?
Larry Allen was Neil's drum tech for many years
Lorne Wheaton was his tech.
I grew up a lucky child as my father owned and operated big jazz clubs in Boston. The musical influence in my home held no boundaries. Although following Neil Peart with my drumming far to much was a partial problem. They recognized his skills. As I got older Max Roach Art Blakey buddy Gene Krupa I could go on for days really caught my ear. Ty for this. You taught me alot today. This was fun!!!
Saluting a master - perhaps THE master - while mourning and celebrating a percussive prince. RIP to a drummer I saw several times since the "Signals" tour. Thanks for the analysis, Garey!
Neil Peart, the reason I started drumming. Love your breakdown of this solo. Well done. Thank you.
You honestly have the best reactions. We can literally see you playing the drums while watching. We usually watch the videos twice once we watch the drummer the second time we watch you react. We wanted to do videos of us reacting to your reactions lol keep it up
RIP Garey! May your journey be smooth. Thank you for the constant inspiration! 12.06.21
Less than 2 months later, we would loose this great man.
Neil is now an angel and we have a huge hole here on earth.
I've seen a lot of videos on youtube. As a soon to be 53 year old drummer I enjoyed this video about as much as anything I've seen to date. It's not just the great narrative of what's happening it's watching the sheer joy he has when watching it. As a lifelong Rush fan, 18 times total in concert, I obviously habla the Neil Peart. I patterned myself after Neil and John Bonham. I probably watched "The Song Remains the Same" about 20 times before I was sixteen. Keep up the good work brosef.
This one.....Neil Peart's death hit me DEEP....Obviously, it has struck many deeply....This is a man whose work caused MANY fifteen year-olds, who had up to then not considered the drums, but upon hearing him play, to go out and spend hard-earned lawn-mowing money on their very FIRST set of drumsticks...R.I.P. Maestro
There are people who react to songs because the like it and then there are people who react because they actually know what's going on musically. You know what's going on musically and I truly appreciate it.
RIP Neil Peart, I am glad I got to see 11 Rush concerts. I have recent ones on DVD. Legends never die.
Easily the best reaction video I've seen to this solo. You hit every point on the nose. Great ear.
He died today so very sad battling cancer.He was in my opinion one fo the greatest drummers ever lived
Easily one of the greatest in the known world for sure
52 years young here. Usually the skills fade over time. He's like a fine wine and refined his work.
Everything he does on the drums is amazing, I was lucky enough to see them live for the Permanent Waves tour when I was 15
RIP Neal! I love the way you review videos. It's honest and so refreshing!
Love your real-time analysis of these great rock drummers. Gives me even more appreciation and understanding of my favorite bands/musicians. I've seen Rush several times over the past 40 years and they never fail to deliver. (As a youthful bass player Geddy was one of my influences.) I knew NP was a great drummer, but when I watched this DVD several years ago my appreciation jumped 10 fold. Loved the sync with the old musical clips at the end.....
First time I saw Rush was the Subdivisions tour at Cobo in Detriot. I grew up wanting to play like Neil but my mom got me a guitar instead of drums. I think Neil Peart is the rock drummer all guitar players wanted to be. So melodic and memorable. What a treasure.
Hey Garey, great great informative piece.. I'd only comment that at 7:40 you mentioned that Test for Echo was Rush's 1st album back after Neil's family tragedies. It was actual the last album beforehand in '96. Vapor Trails in '02 was Rush's comeback album(and one of the best). Fantastic job breaking down what Neil's doing, and helping us continue to enjoy his genius.
YES!
Loved this video !
I didn’t see it commented previously, but the midi-Kat/kit “call & return” @ - 13:40 is from Peart’s “Pieces of Eight” composition which was actually a little .45 on plastic readers got in one issue of “Modern Drummer”, right around the time his red Tama superstar kit was awarded in a composition contest. I think I still have it
It was always so strange to see the little plastic square rotating around the turntable :-)
What a great analysis of this solo. Thanks for explaining so thoroughly.
Thank you for the reaction! I love the way Neil composes his drum parts... Fun and exciting
Thank you for watching :-)
Fascinating to hear the background history and what a amazing drum solo from the master Neil Peart ❤❤❤
Funny, listening to you describe the patterns as he was playing, I realized there were names for things I’d learned only by ear years ago.
Never got good enough to pull off a solo like Neil, but I could play short stints fairly well.
Forty years ago, i played to most of the hard rock bands, but when I discovered Neil Peart, I became obsessed with learning Rush songs.
When I picked up a cheap set a couple years ago and started banging around again, after a few weeks of getting my feel back, I began doing freeform “drum solos” for my own amusement.
Coming on youtube and watching videos like this one is a pleasant eye opener.
While I’m no Neil Peart, using what limited skill I do have, I definitely sound “Neil Peartish”.
Never realized how much his particular style rubbed off on me.
Thanks for the interesting analysis!
Watched your review of Tommy Aldridges drum solo with BOA performed many moons ago. Loved the way you broke it down. Same here with Neil. Your insight and knowledge is refreshing very enjoyable, keep up the good work!
Your enjoyment is contagious
Your comment insightful for a drum nono like me
Never got much off his drum solos to be honest but an absolute treasure of an artist and man.
I have had the pleasure of seeing Neil Peart 5 times live (of course with RUSH) but I barely noticed Geddy and Alex because I was so fixated on Neil .. this man is a God and there will never be another like him ever!
Huge Rush fan and Neil fan here. I love their music and his drumming. Your reactions and excitement make it an even better listen!!!
The last name pronunciation was correct, and thus my favorite pastime has been rendered null and void.
Be still, my beating he-art.
@atomic3939 😀😀😀😀 I've always pronounced it pert also.... it almost makes me cringe when people say peart...... almost 99% of everyone I know says pert even when I've seen interviews you heard the interviewer say pert.....
Love his shampoo
@THE AVERAGE BEAR Man won't you lighten up..... go change your tampon dude..... that is not a reason to report someone.....you are the one acting like an asshole......Pert.......yeah I said it......
@atomic3939 thanks for the laugh man! PERT. I said it too lol
Neil is the teacher.
R.I.P. Sir. And thank you for all the memories.
I think Peart's greatness lies in his composition and musicality more than anything else
Thank you for being dedicated to this particular thing we call music, without it I wouldn't be commenting today
I’ve watched this drum solo by Neil so many times I can anticipate what the next section will bring. I had the pleasure of seeing the great Buddy Rich perform waaay back in the day on my high school auditorium stage. Although I’m not familiar with the language of drum techniques, I thoroughly enjoyed your analysis. And now it’s on to Ginger Baker and John Bonham! Thanks!
It's not easy programming yourself to produce "superman's a drumer"
Thank you "Professor" for sharing your phenominal expression through hard work, ability and talent. Every time I ever heard you speak, interviews etc., I heard nothing but positive energy and how much it ment to you to share. For this reason you will be surely be missed and never forgotten.
Signed
Your student.
What an absolute artist behind the kit. Always seeking perfection in so many diff styles/players. RIP GOAT. Not many drummers caught your ear like Neil did. Temple of Syrinx was wore out on that 2112 album
Great video! I love how you break down all of the different stickings that he uses throughout the solo. This is one of my favorite solos from Neil. Subscribed.!
Rest In Peace Neil. You’re finally with your wife and daughter. #devastated 😓✝️
@MAD GRUMPYMAN Your name suits you.
@MAD GRUMPYMAN Thanks for proving my point more. Funny part is, I didn't even infer any "fluffy, feel good nonsense." I was observing how your name suits your wording.
@MAD GRUMPYMAN It's funny; you want to insult others for having an opinion opposite yours, but this only proves you're even more small minded than they are. Your opinion was also unasked for and unsought.
@MAD GRUMPYMAN This is why no one likes atheists
MAD GRUMPYMAN I find it quite amusing how you are infatuated with your own rationality, as if there isn’t a single irrational element to it. What makes you think your reasoning is perfectly clear? Cynical arrogance is a helluva drug when overdosed.
The younger generation will never be able to see a true master of the kit in concert ever again, thankfully we have youtube these days, Neil was an inspiration to so many musicians around the world, and his passing is felt by all. R.I.P. "Professor" your time came way too soon.
Peart released a breakdown of this solo after the R30 tour was finished, and I applaud you in continuing the tradition of analysis, Garey. In the video, at about 5:15 in your video, his hands moved to play in 7/8 for a couple measures, while his feet maintained a waltz groove. It absolutely blew my mind! Peart indeed earned the nickname "The Professor"!
As a Rush fan since the Moving Pictures tour, this analysis gave me the same thrill as I felt seeing them live. Thanks for triggering a flood of memories from the many concerts I attended to see the three guys from Canada tear it up. 👍😁
That's what I like about teacher's reactions. They point out things that I would have never notice and appreciate Neil 's study into his art :-)
I love seeing a teacher analyze a drummer with such excitement!
I'm transitioning more into producing and midi writing now (bad knees getting worse making kicks and hats painful) but Neil Peart and Nick Mason (Pink Floyd) have always been my absolute favorites. There are two ways to play, in my humble opinion: as a metronome to help the band keep time or as a musical instrument. Those two did the latter with SO much style!
Neil brings the light to the drum kit being a musical instrument not just a time keeping mechanism. It’s a musical instrument able to be very musical on its own. God Rest His Soul.
Honestly I started out playing drums as a kid in the 70's I could play the kiss solos which was fantastic as a 11 year old then I started listening to rush I realized at that point at an early age that I couldn't play better than guy like Neil so I learned to play harmonica. Love your videos
I like how you did your homework to explain what Neil was trying to “say”, as well as your technical knowledge
RIP. What an extraordinary talent. A true titan on the drums.
Great review. Neil was a huge inspiration to me. Thank you for doing this. He was our hero.
Thank you for the explanation of the odd sounding hand/foot independence section. I'm no drummer but this reaction was wonderful I really appreciate it :)
Dude I love your energy!!!!! Great solo from the wizard
want to know a cool thing? The Rush: 30 Kit was Neils smaller kit. During new album tours he used a bigger kit, which iirc was 3 set of basics, 2 electric sets, electric xylophone, 2 rows of cow bells, 2 rows of bell chimes. I saw them During snakes and arrows tour, and clockwork angels tour. During the snakes and arrows he broke a cymbal mid song, and just used a different one. Kept tempo and never missed a beat while the stage hand fixed it.
Was a cool thing to see as most people would pause the song for tech issues, then start over. Unless u was close to the stage, you wouldnt have known it happen.
Its soooo nice to hear a bit about the technical side of his work, since 99.99999% of us only stand back - foot tapping violently, of course - with mouths agape and mind humbled.
ta for that. A lot of understanding, interpretation and history that would not have been at all visible to me....plus the smile on your face says a lot :)
I like you reaction video. Not just a listening and hooray video. Love the technical talking and knowing some background of the professor. RIP Neil The best!
I enjoyed your excitement and fervor.
Thank you for such an informed reaction. Really nice to hear from a drum teacher as Neil plays this epic and entertaining solo. I'm a guitar player but absolutely love and respect all things percussion. The limb independence portion is baffling to me (much like Neil's bandmate Geddy' ability to sing, play bass and Taurus pedals/keys simultaneously). How one develops that is amazing! Neil has always said he is not particularly coordinated outside of drumming, but man did he make up for it in this particular area/craft. RIP Neil. So happy to experienced some form of his drum solo live 31 times from 1980 thru 2015.
R.I.P. the Professor Neil Peart. We shall not see his like again.
I just listened to Jacobs Ladder from ESL. Neil's phrasing after the 6:23 mark, becomes progressively more brilliant as the song plays. No drummer so effortlessly plays odd time signatures so brilliantly as to make them flow so evenly.
Sadly after today we have to say the great LATE Neil Peart. :(
💜💜💜 Great Reaction, helping us to heal the loss of Peart. RIP Brother 💜💜💜
Can't believe he's gone I'm so glad I saw him live
Love your review, your drummer enthusiasm too! Thanks for pointing out the different strokes, beats, etc. well done.
We lost a absolute legend today. Rush in Peace.
I absolutely loved watching this reaction and analysis. I loved his enthusiasm. "YESS"
Always the Professional. Even though the majority of people could not hear the difference. Rush went into retirement, because Neil felt he would soon not be able to play the complexity of Rush songs up to his standards.
Neil felt the fans deserved perfection. He would except nothing less from himself.. Nor would he allow the fan to receive anything less.
I'm a drummer as well. This news of his passing killed me. I think I'll be feeling this for the rest of my life. RIP master.
This was great fun to watch with you. I don't play any instrument (sadly), but I've always been a big Rush/Neil Peart fan. Loved hearing your insights on what the man is actually doing musically - other than pounding on those skins!😉
Loved your enthusiasm. Good to see someone with cred analyze him.
This seems to have become Peart's best known solo and it's not hard to see why. In his early years he, like most rock drummers, sought simply to dazzle the audience with power and speed in his solos. Over time his soloing became more nuanced and musical, until he was constructing what can only be called drum concertos, and this is probably the finest example of that approach. The way it ebbs and flows between movements, the variety of styles and techniques, and the sheer athleticism of it are a wonder to behold.
Another outstanding reaction. Thank you.
Thank you too!
As a huge Rush fan, I always knew that Neil Peart was awesome. However, after watching this I now understand how much technique went into his solos. The mere fact that he can play his hands and feet at the same time, but at different times is amazing!!!
Wow. Again. Great breakdown. My Grandfather turned me onto big band music (he was a WWII vet born in 1907 passed in 76). My grandmother lived to 103 years old and couldn't stand Swing or Big Band music (let alone rock!). She called it "chaotic noise"
Peart was one of the greatest losses of the 20-21st century percussionists IMHO and you've really done him a lovely service explaining some of his history of learning and influence. He had many amazing performances (like Bill Bruford and so many others, Portnoy and so many others. Thank you for taking the time to pay tribute to, and help all of us to understand the history of these great artists. Truly
RIP JANUARY 7, 2019 ♥️
@@glaframb He was so sad he forgot what year it was. :(
2020 kid
OMG!! He died last year too?
2020 ; )
2020