Our birthdays are one day apart, October 18th, we're all cool. Another Canadian band you might enjoy is The Tragically hip, especially fully completely and Day for night, Nautical disaster is a my favorite track. Anything from Pearl Jam or Nirvana is great too, keep up what you're, it's great.
I was in a RUSH tribute band in college. We didn't play that trippy space sound at the first part of 2112, just the first two notes and our audience just absolutely lost it. The audience would sing "And the meek shall inherit the Earth" and we would just go into our zone, so into playing the music that we were unaware of anything but the music. We didn't start out as a tribute band. We played an unrehearsed Spirit of Radio on our second gig and our audience just went crazy, whereas before it kind of a muted "yay". That 'yay" turned into "AWESOME YEAH!!". Best years of my life.
You are very charming and smart! U will be going places! RUSH was an EPIC band! I was 10 when this album came out! RUSH fan since then! Cheers young lady!! 🙏🏼😌🤘🏼
I enjoy watching people(especially young people) fall in love with music I love. Thank you! Neil Peart was the GOAT (RIP) GOD has him now Neil wrote all the lyrics for the band.. "Listen to my music. Hear what it can do There's something as strong as life I know it will reach you" They were at war with their production people. This is giving them the middle finger. Get in to the story. It's worth it. That was side 1. Side 2 has other very good songs too. There's videos on RUclips with a serious cool video to go with the song. Enjoy! Three weeks later I want to fill you in on what this song is all about. Please acknowledge if you get it. The band was at war with their record company/publishers because they wanted shorter more radio friendly music. So the band pretty much gave them the finger and said, "We're doing this for us not you." They didn't need to include their fans because they knew we were already onboard. Thus the20+ minute song. The entire side of 2112. The song is about that war between what THEY want and what WE(collectively) want. Tell me that wasn't a great ride. I dare you. 🎸😎👌
Elok the Rocker-- you have reached the summit of Mt.Rush...2112 is the masterpiece that saved Rush' s career..Dive deep into the jam of a lifetime..I wish i had a dime for everytime i've played this anthem...rock on Elok!.
The Rush song that changed EVERYTHING! Their Magnum Opus, 45 years on...did Alex give you goosebumps in that incredibly expressive guitar solo during Presentation? It still gets me! "Hold our space-beers" indeed!
This has to be one of the best reactions to "2112" that I have ever encountered, Bravo... As a die-hard Rush fan, I am delighted to see the younger generation appreciating this iconic legendary band.. take care..
2112 was my first Rush album. I bought it at a garage sale on a whim and because I liked the cassette cover. Completely blew me away. That was in 1990.
Awesome reaction and I have to songs ,Mission off Hold Your Fire 1987 and Between the Wheels off Grace Under Pressure 1984 their are many more songs I could list but these to are just so darn good 👍stay safe
What gives this musical piece by Rush its psychological value is the fact that it is basically a classic Greek tragedy. Our hero with no name is presented as a Cassandra figure, who knows that the only reasonable action is surrender but no one will make that reasonable act.
Wow, your doing one of the longest prog-rock song known to man and what a great one at that, this album is one of the greatest albums ever written such a beautiful masterpiece
@@wilmamorgan8980 there was In my time of Dying it was 11:03, Achilles last stand 10:23, Carouselambra 10:33 which one are you referring too. Rush’s 2112 was 20:38, the next would be Cygnus-Book II 18:07, Xanadu 12:10
This album was their response to their record company giving them an ultimatum to do something mass appeal and ditch the artsy concept albums, or they'd likely be dropped. They doubled down and decided to go out on their terms, if it was their last hurrah. And they made arguably the greatest concept rock album of all time.
@@richarddoyle3420 Its more of Ray Daniels lied for them. It was him that told the label they would go back to the 1st album type sound and not get prog cute again. Ray has the distinction of never being involved in their making and recording of an album but just handled the bands management. So he had no idea what the band was going to even do. Thats what makes his fib even better
@@richarddoyle3420 Im not familar with Terry's take on it. But that doesnt mean he didnt have a role in it (just Im not familar with it). But I do know Ray did lobby to have Mercury not simply drop them and gave a bunch of fib assurances along the way. And the rest is history. Have a good one!
Thank you for doing this one and for understanding the band and what this piece was all about. Neil is missed everyday....thank you again for your respect 👏
You are on a fantastic journey into the wonderful world of progressive rock, I saw your Triumph video and see that you also reacted to Yes’ Close to the Edge (my next video). Doubtlessly your mind will be naturally expanded by this mature and serious walk into the world of fine musicians and progressive rock. You display a courage and time beyond your years. I have listened to progressive rock for the last 55 years (I am 70 now) and I have was forever changed for the better and you will see yourself in the years to come.
I recommend having the lyrics to Rush songs unless you like watching new movies on an old black and white TV? :D You are missing out on half the greatness.
Jimmy Hendrix. Frank Zappa. Alex Lifeson. Best guitarists ever. All 3 were/are totally unique. And wildly entertaining! Geddy! Send this girl and her brother some swag!!! I know you're watching bro! DO EET!!
I have have seen Rush Play live in the UK Neil Peart was awarded the Best Rock Drummer in 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 2006, 2008. Your reaction should have been to a live version of 2112
Please people, if you really want to honor the band and the members, Neil's last name is pronounced like the thing you listen to their music with. It's 'ear', with a 'p' and a 't' at the ends. It's not pronounced 'pert'.
@@salsaucedoI agree . and she's doing a Fantastic job.. finding out info on the band and such... 👍 the pronouciation of the name is no big deal.. it was even pronounced wrong by his peers.
While I understand why she mispronounced his last name, I, too, correct reactors who mispronounce Mr. Peart's last name (out of an abundance of respect for all he accomplished), regardless of who may have mispronounced it: past, present or future. It was a thorn in his side. I listened to a radio show back in the 80s that featured commentary and interviews with the band members of Rush. Neil was 99% MIA, with the exception of one sentence, which was this - "It's not Pert, it's not Peart (pronounced like the fruit), it's Peart (pronounced like the human 'ear')". He did not sound happy.
@@bobozelda-sm9mb yes Geddy made a comment in an interview about the ear.."P👂T" but this young lady I give a pass.. at least she's doing her homework and looking into the band as a whole. I saw Neil on Letterman and Letterman actually pronounced it properly and everyone thought he pronounced it incorrectly LOL.. . I saw where someone made a comment "get the DJ 's to pronounce it properly".
If you like smooth instrumental guitar, then have a look at one of the top ten guitarists of all time, the king of the instrumental STEVE VAI, Steve vai doesn't need words, he tells the story with his facial expressions, have a look at Steve vai TENDER SURRENDER (SteveVaiHimself), Steve also plays with two violinists, one of them is the world class Chinese American girl Ann Marie Calhoun , have a look at NOW WE RUN (SteveVaiHimself), also keep an eye on the drummer's great performance in now we run ,Jeremy Colson, it's not a Neil peart from rush size drum kit but he can certainly play it, A beautiful tune from a show I saw many years ago WHISPERING A PRAYER, STEVE VAI LIVE AT THE ASTORIA LONDON, (SteveVaiHimself) the camera work at this show was pretty poor, but watch Steve's facial expressions telling the story. Another great performance,and another great show I'M THE HELL OUTTA HERE-- CROSSROADS GUITAR FESTIVAL with some interesting guitar playing in the middle of the tune. Steve vai also acted in a movie from 1986 CROSSROADS , in the EPIC GUITAR BATTLE SCENE. between Steve vai and RALPH MACCHIO, older people will remember RALPH MACCHIO in THE KARATE KID MOVIES. good verses evil, who will win RALPH or STEVE. Best wishes from the north east coast of England. I nearly forgot not so long ago Steve vai had to have shoulder surgery and also had a problem with the fingers on his other hand, but that didn't stop him recording KNAPPSACK (SteveVaiHimself), you've got to see it to believe it, an incredible performance playing with ONE HAND!.
Hi again Elok Hsu, I will always say you should react to Alice in Chains "Man in the Box", I luv Rock and I think you do too and since I'm older than you and I've experienced a lot as a Musician and I feel like I want to help teach you, and yes I am old enough to be your Dad, so I want to teach you as I did with my kids so this is a Great song that Rocks. RIP Layne Staley and do the live version if you can but either studio or live is good. It's about censorship in radio that make's you feel like a Man in a Box
I like your reaction but you gotta tell me what your little hand signs mean. I really hope you are sincere about Rush and not just saying what you think people wanna hear, I don't think you are, and that makes me have alot of respect for you in understanding and hearing the great talent Rush had. I listen to stuff my daughter listens to and I really don't understand what has happened to music nowadays it's all so fake you don't hear the real voices and you don't even have to play and instrument good because they auto tune or sing through mics that always keeps them in the right key you just have to look the part. Thats why music like this will never die and music ,not all but the majority of what I hear nowdays wil be forgotten. We need a younger generation to bring it back to strive to be as good or better than groups like Rush Floyd, Zeppelin ,yes masters of their instruments and always pushing for better and more difficult and challenging arrangements. I hope this might be you. Do you play any instruments? Anyway your reaction was appreciated.
I have the same question - thanks for bringing it up. Elok, I appreciate that you are reacting to Rush, but I'm concerned that you are told to make one of the same two reactions throughout all of your videos; and the comments after are scripted for you. It would be nice to hear you pause in the middle and comment freely. Either way - it's great to have you exposed to the music.
Hii! About the 'hand signs' in the beginning, it doesn't really have a special meaning. A lot of people would ask me about it, so here it is. It's basically just like a normal peace sign, but I guess I just do it like that. I don't even know why, hehe! 🤍🤍✌🏻
I wish you would speak a bit louder. You have such a soft voice, it's difficult for me to hear you even with the volume on my audio channel cranked all the way up.
my comment is simple. you're reaction was scripted, (truth), but I liked it anyway, know why> Cuz, Rush is the greatest band that ever lived. I have never seen exactly one person that hears Rush, and says shit band.. LOL
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RUclips do your magic, and please get me from 4k to 10k Subscribers! 🤍🤍
Your description of Rush is spot on, you're well schooled young lady.
Our birthdays are one day apart, October 18th, we're all cool. Another Canadian band you might enjoy is The Tragically hip, especially fully completely and Day for night, Nautical disaster is a my favorite track. Anything from Pearl Jam or Nirvana is great too, keep up what you're, it's great.
RUSH'S masterpiece from almost 50 years ago! True art never gets old!! 🎶🎸🥁🎸🎶🔥🙂
RIP Neil. 🤘
He wasn't called The Professor for nothing.
This song is why I rate all other music on a scale of 1 to Rush.
I was in a RUSH tribute band in college. We didn't play that trippy space sound at the first part of 2112, just the first two notes and our audience just absolutely lost it. The audience would sing "And the meek shall inherit the Earth" and we would just go into our zone, so into playing the music that we were unaware of anything but the music. We didn't start out as a tribute band. We played an unrehearsed Spirit of Radio on our second gig and our audience just went crazy, whereas before it kind of a muted "yay". That 'yay" turned into "AWESOME YEAH!!". Best years of my life.
You are very charming and smart! U will be going places! RUSH was an EPIC band! I was 10 when this album came out!
RUSH fan since then! Cheers young lady!! 🙏🏼😌🤘🏼
Thank you for experiencing the best of long ago.
You are so right.... It is probably one of the greatest progressive pieces of music ever made. Neil will be missed by the musical universe.
I love Rush, thank you verry much. Greetings from Holland
Thanks for sharing another Rush reaction. My 1st Rush concert was in 1985 in Ottawa Ontario Canada. Many many more since. I miss the shows already.
I enjoy watching people(especially young people) fall in love with music I love.
Thank you!
Neil Peart was the GOAT (RIP) GOD has him now
Neil wrote all the lyrics for the band..
"Listen to my music. Hear what it can do
There's something as strong as life
I know it will reach you"
They were at war with their production people. This is giving them the middle finger.
Get in to the story. It's worth it.
That was side 1. Side 2 has other very good songs too.
There's videos on RUclips with a serious cool video to go with the song. Enjoy!
Three weeks later I want to fill you in on what this song is all about. Please acknowledge if you get it.
The band was at war with their record company/publishers because they wanted shorter more radio friendly music.
So the band pretty much gave them the finger and said, "We're doing this for us not you." They didn't need to
include their fans because they knew we were already onboard. Thus the20+ minute song. The entire side of 2112.
The song is about that war between what THEY want and what WE(collectively) want.
Tell me that wasn't a great ride. I dare you. 🎸😎👌
Elok the Rocker-- you have reached the summit of Mt.Rush...2112 is the masterpiece that saved Rush' s career..Dive deep into the jam of a lifetime..I wish i had a dime for everytime i've played this anthem...rock on Elok!.
The Rush song that changed EVERYTHING! Their Magnum Opus, 45 years on...did Alex give you goosebumps in that incredibly expressive guitar solo during Presentation? It still gets me! "Hold our space-beers" indeed!
This has to be one of the best reactions to "2112" that I have ever encountered, Bravo... As a die-hard Rush fan, I am delighted to see the younger generation appreciating this iconic legendary band.. take care..
I couldn't agree more.
Great discriptions, she provided. She has very good Disc Jockey qualities...
You are adorable!
Think how big Rush will be in 20- 30 years, Gods.
Amazing album by an amazing band!!
Wow Zeppelin and Rush reactions....You have great taste Julie.
2112 was my first Rush album. I bought it at a garage sale on a whim and because I liked the cassette cover. Completely blew me away. That was in 1990.
Awesome reaction and I have to songs ,Mission off Hold Your Fire 1987 and Between the Wheels off Grace Under Pressure 1984 their are many more songs I could list but these to are just so darn good 👍stay safe
You got that Hunny!!
I agree, best song ever produced.
Elok gets a like and so does everyone who requested this! 👍 Rock on!
What gives this musical piece by Rush its psychological value is the fact that it is basically a classic Greek tragedy. Our hero with no name is presented as a Cassandra figure, who knows that the only reasonable action is surrender but no one will make that reasonable act.
Wow, your doing one of the longest prog-rock song known to man and what a great one at that, this album is one of the greatest albums ever written such a beautiful masterpiece
You know that led zeplin one went to like10 mins
@@wilmamorgan8980 there was In my time of Dying it was 11:03, Achilles last stand 10:23, Carouselambra 10:33 which one are you referring too. Rush’s 2112 was 20:38, the next would be Cygnus-Book II 18:07, Xanadu 12:10
@@salsaucedo Don't forget The Fountain Of Lamneth clocking in at 19:58, The Necromancer at 12:38, and The Camera Eye at 10:58.
I think close to the edge might have something to say about it. Just in preference but both masterpieces.
Wow ! Epic song. Kudos for tackling this one 👍✌️
This album was their response to their record company giving them an ultimatum to do something mass appeal and ditch the artsy concept albums, or they'd likely be dropped. They doubled down and decided to go out on their terms, if it was their last hurrah. And they made arguably the greatest concept rock album of all time.
Terry Brown all but lied for them.
Bless him.
DEFINITELY 👋🙂🤘 🇬🇧
@@richarddoyle3420 Its more of Ray Daniels lied for them. It was him that told the label they would go back to the 1st album type sound and not get prog cute again. Ray has the distinction of never being involved in their making and recording of an album but just handled the bands management. So he had no idea what the band was going to even do. Thats what makes his fib even better
@@scottshields113 Thanks! Always heard the Terry version. Guess it seemed plausible.
@@richarddoyle3420 Im not familar with Terry's take on it. But that doesnt mean he didnt have a role in it (just Im not familar with it). But I do know Ray did lobby to have Mercury not simply drop them and gave a bunch of fib assurances along the way. And the rest is history. Have a good one!
Always instrumentalists. Rush , Powerful Trio.
"...We Have Assumed Control!"
Well since you just happened to feature my all time favorite band you have just earned my subscription.
Excellent selection, truly a masterpiece! More Rush and more Iron Maiden! Keep going!
Thank you for doing this one and for understanding the band and what this piece was all about. Neil is missed everyday....thank you again for your respect 👏
I cut my teeth learning to play guitar in this album. Picture a 14 year old kid in 1978 jumping up and down on his bed playing 2112. 😂
One of the best bands I’ve ever seen! This is such an iconic song and one of the longest! Enjoyed your reaction young lady! Rock on 🤘
I truly hope you read the lyrics, because as good as the music is, the lyrics (story) are the most important part!
Hi Elok Hsu, First RIP Neil, he influenced and wrote all the lyrics plus being an AMAZING Drummer, after his death how could he be replaced
🎸🎸🎸🎸
Live kills it. ATWAS 76
Absolutely stunning, you listened to this in its entirety, 2112 is epic no other way to say it!
You are on a fantastic journey into the wonderful world of progressive rock, I saw your Triumph video and see that you also reacted to Yes’ Close to the Edge (my next video). Doubtlessly your mind will be naturally expanded by this mature and serious walk into the world of fine musicians and progressive rock. You display a courage and time beyond your years. I have listened to progressive rock for the last 55 years (I am 70 now) and I have was forever changed for the better and you will see yourself in the years to come.
“Attention all planets of the Solar Federation”.
Seven words spoken three times = 21.
“We have assumed control.”
Four words spoken three times = 12.
I love the way that you enjoy every moment of this music. It's so good to see. :)
I recommend having the lyrics to Rush songs unless you like watching new movies on an old black and white TV? :D You are missing out on half the greatness.
@Mike Finney
Agreed. The lyrics tell the story so perfectly. And show the true genius of drummer/lyricist Neil Peart. Amazing storyteller.
Jimmy Hendrix. Frank Zappa. Alex Lifeson. Best guitarists ever. All 3 were/are totally unique. And wildly entertaining!
Geddy! Send this girl and her brother some swag!!! I know you're watching bro! DO EET!!
Zappa sucks...Page...greatest along with Hendrix!
This is a masterpiece! Check out Cygnus book 1 and book 2 by them as well.
👍👍👍👍👍👍
Did she say "hold our space beers? That is literally the funniest thing I have heard all week.
😁
Thank you dear for being so honest.
@@ElokHsu I want a space beer. LOL
Waktunya dream theater : metropolis pt. 1 🤘
Rush is one of my top five favorites, up there with Jethro Tull, the Beatles and Deep Purple. Maybe they're second only to Jethro Tull.
Neil wrote most of the lyrics
I have have seen Rush Play live in the UK
Neil Peart was awarded the Best Rock Drummer in 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 2006, 2008. Your reaction should have been to a live version of 2112
Hey Elok, its 1:30 a.m. here in Georgia USA. I forget you are probably wide awake. What time is it there? Thats cool.
Please people, if you really want to honor the band and the members, Neil's last name is pronounced like the thing you listen to their music with. It's 'ear', with a 'p' and a 't' at the ends. It's not pronounced 'pert'.
Look dude she is trying, she is not from Canada or America so calm down dragon breath
@@salsaucedoI agree . and she's doing a Fantastic job.. finding out info on the band and such... 👍 the pronouciation of the name is no big deal.. it was even pronounced wrong by his peers.
While I understand why she mispronounced his last name, I, too, correct reactors who mispronounce Mr. Peart's last name (out of an abundance of respect for all he accomplished), regardless of who may have mispronounced it: past, present or future. It was a thorn in his side. I listened to a radio show back in the 80s that featured commentary and interviews with the band members of Rush. Neil was 99% MIA, with the exception of one sentence, which was this - "It's not Pert, it's not Peart (pronounced like the fruit), it's Peart (pronounced like the human 'ear')". He did not sound happy.
@@bobozelda-sm9mb yes Geddy made a comment in an interview about the ear.."P👂T" but this young lady I give a pass.. at least she's doing her homework and looking into the band as a whole. I saw Neil on Letterman and Letterman actually pronounced it properly and everyone thought he pronounced it incorrectly LOL.. . I saw where someone made a comment "get the DJ 's to pronounce it properly".
Hey Elok, play A Passage to Bankok on 2112. It will blow you away! :-)
If you like smooth instrumental guitar, then have a look at one of the top ten guitarists of all time, the king of the instrumental STEVE VAI, Steve vai doesn't need words, he tells the story with his facial expressions, have a look at Steve vai TENDER SURRENDER (SteveVaiHimself), Steve also plays with two violinists, one of them is the world class Chinese American girl Ann Marie Calhoun , have a look at NOW WE RUN (SteveVaiHimself), also keep an eye on the drummer's great performance in now we run ,Jeremy Colson, it's not a Neil peart from rush size drum kit but he can certainly play it, A beautiful tune from a show I saw many years ago WHISPERING A PRAYER, STEVE VAI LIVE AT THE ASTORIA LONDON, (SteveVaiHimself) the camera work at this show was pretty poor, but watch Steve's facial expressions telling the story. Another great performance,and another great show I'M THE HELL OUTTA HERE-- CROSSROADS GUITAR FESTIVAL with some interesting guitar playing in the middle of the tune. Steve vai also acted in a movie from 1986 CROSSROADS , in the EPIC GUITAR BATTLE SCENE. between Steve vai and RALPH MACCHIO, older people will remember RALPH MACCHIO in THE KARATE KID MOVIES. good verses evil, who will win RALPH or STEVE. Best wishes from the north east coast of England. I nearly forgot not so long ago Steve vai had to have shoulder surgery and also had a problem with the fingers on his other hand, but that didn't stop him recording KNAPPSACK (SteveVaiHimself), you've got to see it to believe it, an incredible performance playing with ONE HAND!.
Listen to "Here Again"!
Hi Elok, try Iron Maiden,
Run to the Hills.
BAND ‐ MAID, No God.
Queensyche - operation mind crime (full album) reaction please.
Beautiful girl
Hi again Elok Hsu, I will always say you should react to Alice in Chains "Man in the Box", I luv Rock and I think you do too and since I'm older than you and I've experienced a lot as a Musician and I feel like I want to help teach you, and yes I am old enough to be your Dad, so I want to teach you as I did with my kids so this is a Great song that Rocks. RIP Layne Staley and do the live version if you can but either studio or live is good. It's about censorship in radio that make's you feel like a Man in a Box
I like your reaction but you gotta tell me what your little hand signs mean. I really hope you are sincere about Rush and not just saying what you think people wanna hear, I don't think you are, and that makes me have alot of respect for you in understanding and hearing the great talent Rush had. I listen to stuff my daughter listens to and I really don't understand what has happened to music nowadays it's all so fake you don't hear the real voices and you don't even have to play and instrument good because they auto tune or sing through mics that always keeps them in the right key you just have to look the part. Thats why music like this will never die and music ,not all but the majority of what I hear nowdays wil be forgotten. We need a younger generation to bring it back to strive to be as good or better than groups like Rush Floyd, Zeppelin ,yes masters of their instruments and always pushing for better and more difficult and challenging arrangements. I hope this might be you. Do you play any instruments? Anyway your reaction was appreciated.
I have the same question - thanks for bringing it up. Elok, I appreciate that you are reacting to Rush, but I'm concerned that you are told to make one of the same two reactions throughout all of your videos; and the comments after are scripted for you. It would be nice to hear you pause in the middle and comment freely. Either way - it's great to have you exposed to the music.
Hii! About the 'hand signs' in the beginning, it doesn't really have a special meaning. A lot of people would ask me about it, so here it is. It's basically just like a normal peace sign, but I guess I just do it like that. I don't even know why, hehe! 🤍🤍✌🏻
2112 in RIO is the only version worth listening to. The rest is simply storytelling……
I wish you would speak a bit louder. You have such a soft voice, it's difficult for me to hear you even with the volume on my audio channel cranked all the way up.
my comment is simple. you're reaction was scripted, (truth), but I liked it anyway, know why> Cuz, Rush is the greatest band that ever lived. I have never seen exactly one person that hears Rush, and says shit band.. LOL
Pretty sure you are currently the youngest person to have listened to Rush 2112, on the planet right now.