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This solo by Neal proves that he was definitely not of this world. There’s another solo that I think was in Frankfurt Germany that is a must watch for anyone who loves Neal.
Hey, I’m Southern too….Southern Ontario, Canada, and don’t worry, it was decades before I knew the proper way to pronounce it. I never really appreciated Rush in my youth but my appreciation grows greatly as I age. The same thing applies to a lot of other musicians that I would have ignored or rolled my eyes at in my youth.
Sadly, 11 days after this show, his daughter was killed in a car accident and that led to the passing of his first wife and child. The band would be shocked and dormant for 5 years while he dealt with the loss.
That is so sad! 😞 Didn’t he lose his wife to cancer also later in life? I cannot imagine and he will always be remembered! Thanks for stopping by the channel!
@@gold98gtp Read 'Ghost Rider' for the full story of what happened. It's often uncomfortable reading, but also an incredibly raw and honest insight into where Neil's head was given what he'd endured.
Thank you for doing this. My depression has been really bad this week and a good dose of the Professor, the Wizard (Alex) & the Maestro (Geddy) is just what the doctor ordered. I love your commentary on it and usually when people interrupt a video so often it really bothers me - but NOT when you do it. As a non musician I appreciate all of your insights. Thank you for being so AMAZING. And also I see you're at 14.9k subscribers so I would like to be the first one to congratulate you in advance on hitting 15K !
So sorry to hear that you have been struggling and I am glad that this could make your day alittle brighter! Appreciate the congratulations and we owe it all to you all for watching and caring! This video was so much fun to watch and they absolutely tore it up! Neil is one of those drummers you just have to watch in amazement because he’s so unbelievable! Rush is one of the best to ever do it and I always love hearing their mastery! Thanks again and have a great day! 🤘🏻
I was just enjoying, and boppin' along with the beat, and then at 2:43, the added effect kicked in, and my ears "perked" up. I don't know what you call that, but I always think of it as "coffee perking," as in the OLD days, out camping, and the morning "joe" starts bubbling, you know? My dad used to make the BEST camp coffee, and when I hear that effect, it always reminds me of those days. This is fantastic! I have nothing but DEEP admiration for you drummers!! I ALWAYS think of the drums being melodic! For me, if the drums AREN'T melodic, I'm usually going to abandon ship pretty darn soon! At 10:40, OH, MY GOSH! I didn't think the smile on my face could have gotten any bigger, but...WHOOOO!!! I had been watching the concentration on his face just before that. WOW!!! At 12:26, the added little "conversation piece" dropping in just tickled me pink! 13:38 when you gave the info about the electronic part kicking in. YES! SO GOOD!!! Then the little inserts of the dancers. Don't you EVER apologize about "breaking in" on something like this! Your input is totally invaluable on stuff like this. Throughout this part, I'm finding myself typing to that perfect, rhythm, that just.......pulls you in. When he goes back to the acoustic, and then SPEEDS UP, FOR CRYING OUT LOUD...!!! I'll tell you what, who in the heck NEEDS electronic stuff? WOW!!! Then he took us to the jungle! (Not to mention a little more bubbling coffee!) THEN THAT FINALE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! CHILLS through the whole thing. Thank you VERY much...ESPECIALLY for all of the little bits of input you added, regarding his artistry. Just Fantastic, all the way around. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! 🤪😯😲😵💫🤗🥰🥰🥰
You nailed it Linda! I know exactly what you mean with the nod to “coffee perking!” 🤣 I have never used that term but I am going to steal it! What’s crazy is I used to watch this drummer so much when I first started playing around 14 years old and study his every move. He is truly one of the greatest of all time! Sadly, throughout his life he had many obstacles. I think his daughter died in a car wreck and then a few years after that his wife died. A couple years ago, he passed away from what I believe was brain cancer. We never know how much time we have on this Earth that’s for sure. We are all just passing through! Glad you enjoyed the video and have a blessed day! 😁
Thank you so much! 🙏🏻 It’s because of awesome people like you that tune in that we hit this milestone! We are so grateful and thanks for taking this journey with us!
we don't mind the stopping with your enthusiasm for this incredible performer. and as many times as we see his playing we still just get drawn in and mesmerized just focusing him.
I was a freshman and was a school band drummer in 1982 when I saw my first concert, Rush. My life forever changed that night. I was lucky enough to see them live another 14 times through the years.👍
You said it - it's a blessing just to be able to watch them!! They were my first concert back in 1981. I was 13 and had no idea who they were. I just wanted to party. And party I did. This was back when smoking cigs was allowed everywhere, and the devil's lettuce was all over the place too. I was tokin with people that would be in jail if they passed a 13 year old that stuff today. It didn't stop the whole show. It seems that someone would light up and just pass it down the row. And then someone else would do the same. Front to back, side to side.... Whao, I was toasted. Sadly, the thing I remembered the most from the show was how nice everybody around me was. No one tried to kidn*ap or r*pe me - that wasn't even a thought back then. I had a great time and Rush gained a fan for life. I went out and had to buy an album to see what I missed from the show. 🤣🤣 I think I bought Hemispheres first, and then some time later, (after I hoarded my lunch money for a while), I bought Moving Pictures. Still, my fav album from them. Rock on, brother. Love hearing your technical expertise on these three amazing musicians! 🤘🤘
Thanks for sharing the memories! You are right, it was definitely a different time back then and now society has become so dangerous it’s not even fun! Rush is definitely one of a kind and will live on forever! Have a great one! 🤘🏻
Amazing, to say the least. I’m sure Neil would prefer everyone watching this solo instead of Frankfurt - he was sick during the Germany show. While he uses many common elements, I like the way he plays some of them in this solo better. I love the “Cotton Tail” finale from Frankfurt, but man he is just on fire in this performance.
his snare rudiments and traditional grip use was the strongest i ever saw from him in this solo- buddy rich would have played it off but he would have RESPECT at this performance - i dont know if it was age or physical but his left hand(traditional grip) wasnt as strong in the later years _ no haters please-neil is my favorite drummer ( tied with buddy rich) - i am not criticizing him - ive payed alot of attention to his drumming through the years and i know he took some hate from the jazz players when he started to indulge in that style
This is not a live video. I'm very familiar with nor the tour. As by the 90s, my tastes and rush had separated to a degree that I wasn't buying their albums. The second they came out. However, I still love them and saw them on this very tour is a matter of fact period anyway, Neil is freshly back from his lessons with Freddie Gruber. Which accounts for the dominance of his? Articulation and utilizing traditional grip, more than he had ever in the fluidity of his plane has taken on a bit of a round circular nature by his own definition, as in he stopped, thinking about notes as linear and a row and more about how they relate to each other kind of in an orbit. Which is a cool way to look at timing. Actually anyway, cool reaction, man Cheers.
Appreciate the info! I watched an interview years ago with Neil talking about how Freddie Gruber changed his entire approach to drumming! Crazy that Neil, as good as he was, still went and got lessons with the goal of improving! That’s why he is one of the best to EVER do it! Have a great one!
This was Neil at his max/peak. I love this solo better than Frankfurt. But Frankfurt is to be revered because who else could do the Frankfurt solo st age 61?
LOVE :) “Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” ~ Romans 15:13
Oh Neil is definitely one of, if not, the GREATEST drummer of all time! But when you are at that level of mastery, it comes down to stylistic approach or preference. For me personally, he is up there though. Thanks for watching!
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Rush never disappoints! Neil showed why he is one of the best to ever do it! Amazing!
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This solo by Neal proves that he was definitely not of this world. There’s another solo that I think was in Frankfurt Germany that is a must watch for anyone who loves Neal.
He was absolutely incredible and left such a legacy!
His solos from A Show of Hands and Exit.. were better solos, in this drummers opinion.
Hey, I’m Southern too….Southern Ontario, Canada, and don’t worry, it was decades before I knew the proper way to pronounce it. I never really appreciated Rush in my youth but my appreciation grows greatly as I age. The same thing applies to a lot of other musicians that I would have ignored or rolled my eyes at in my youth.
Appreciate the grace! People were roasting me last time 🤣
Sadly, 11 days after this show, his daughter was killed in a car accident and that led to the passing of his first wife and child. The band would be shocked and dormant for 5 years while he dealt with the loss.
That is so sad! 😞 Didn’t he lose his wife to cancer also later in life? I cannot imagine and he will always be remembered! Thanks for stopping by the channel!
@@setonhillstudios His wife died of cancer less than a year after their daughter's accident, which happened on her way to start college.
@@gold98gtp Absolutely tragic! 😞 The fact he continued after that is unbelievable!
True legend and greatly missed 😢
@@gold98gtp Read 'Ghost Rider' for the full story of what happened. It's often uncomfortable reading, but also an incredibly raw and honest insight into where Neil's head was given what he'd endured.
Thank you for doing this. My depression has been really bad this week and a good dose of the Professor, the Wizard (Alex) & the Maestro (Geddy) is just what the doctor ordered. I love your commentary on it and usually when people interrupt a video so often it really bothers me - but NOT when you do it. As a non musician I appreciate all of your insights. Thank you for being so AMAZING.
And also I see you're at 14.9k subscribers so I would like to be the first one to congratulate you in advance on hitting 15K !
So sorry to hear that you have been struggling and I am glad that this could make your day alittle brighter! Appreciate the congratulations and we owe it all to you all for watching and caring! This video was so much fun to watch and they absolutely tore it up! Neil is one of those drummers you just have to watch in amazement because he’s so unbelievable! Rush is one of the best to ever do it and I always love hearing their mastery! Thanks again and have a great day! 🤘🏻
Rush, and music in general, can often help realigning bad head space. Hope your situation improves.
@@ChronicExcessiveManliness Thank you
The ability to separate hands & feet is insane.
No doubt! Neil was unreal and one of a kind! Thanks for watching!
I was just enjoying, and boppin' along with the beat, and then at 2:43, the added effect kicked in, and my ears "perked" up. I don't know what you call that, but I always think of it as "coffee perking," as in the OLD days, out camping, and the morning "joe" starts bubbling, you know? My dad used to make the BEST camp coffee, and when I hear that effect, it always reminds me of those days.
This is fantastic! I have nothing but DEEP admiration for you drummers!! I ALWAYS think of the drums being melodic! For me, if the drums AREN'T melodic, I'm usually going to abandon ship pretty darn soon!
At 10:40, OH, MY GOSH! I didn't think the smile on my face could have gotten any bigger, but...WHOOOO!!! I had been watching the concentration on his face just before that. WOW!!! At 12:26, the added little "conversation piece" dropping in just tickled me pink!
13:38 when you gave the info about the electronic part kicking in. YES! SO GOOD!!! Then the little inserts of the dancers. Don't you EVER apologize about "breaking in" on something like this! Your input is totally invaluable on stuff like this.
Throughout this part, I'm finding myself typing to that perfect, rhythm, that just.......pulls you in.
When he goes back to the acoustic, and then SPEEDS UP, FOR CRYING OUT LOUD...!!! I'll tell you what, who in the heck NEEDS electronic stuff? WOW!!!
Then he took us to the jungle! (Not to mention a little more bubbling coffee!)
THEN THAT FINALE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
CHILLS through the whole thing. Thank you VERY much...ESPECIALLY for all of the little bits of input you added, regarding his artistry. Just Fantastic, all the way around.
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! 🤪😯😲😵💫🤗🥰🥰🥰
You nailed it Linda! I know exactly what you mean with the nod to “coffee perking!” 🤣 I have never used that term but I am going to steal it! What’s crazy is I used to watch this drummer so much when I first started playing around 14 years old and study his every move. He is truly one of the greatest of all time!
Sadly, throughout his life he had many obstacles. I think his daughter died in a car wreck and then a few years after that his wife died. A couple years ago, he passed away from what I believe was brain cancer. We never know how much time we have on this Earth that’s for sure. We are all just passing through! Glad you enjoyed the video and have a blessed day! 😁
Wooooooo !!!! 15K Subscribers !!! Congrats !!! 🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🎉🎉🎉🎉
Thank you so much! 🙏🏻 It’s because of awesome people like you that tune in that we hit this milestone! We are so grateful and thanks for taking this journey with us!
I was at this show. It was incredible. And so were they, every single time I saw them.
Super cool! You are lucky to have seen them live! Wish I had the chance. Thanks for sharing and hanging out for a bit!
Man! That was one scary show! Back in '97. (I guess you had to be there...)
I was at this concert.
They were on fire all night..
Wow, what an amazing memory to have! Thanks for hanging with us and checking out the video!
we don't mind the stopping with your enthusiasm for this incredible performer. and as many times as we see his playing we still just get drawn in and mesmerized just focusing him.
Really appreciate that! A lot of people get frustrated about it but you can’t please everyone! 🤷🏻♂️ Thanks for the kind words and hanging out!
the power of the sound scene live is unbelievable it is so powerful you feel it rocking you.
Gotta check that out! Thanks so much!
Love your reaction being a drummer for many years myself I can appreciate your input on this,Best rock drummer ever imo… R.I.P. PROFESSOR
R.I.P. to the legend
You have to watch Neil’s drum solo from Frankfurt you’d love it.
I was a freshman and was a school band drummer in 1982 when I saw my first concert, Rush. My life forever changed that night. I was lucky enough to see them live another 14 times through the years.👍
What?!?! So cool! Yeah, once you see Rush live, I’m sure you are never the same! Have a great one!
This solo is better than the Frankfurt one. IMO. Thanks for posting. RIP Neil.
RUSH usually played about 3 hour shows often a little more., they take a short break in the middle
Wow! The fact they are playing such technical music for 3 hours is insane!
You said it - it's a blessing just to be able to watch them!! They were my first concert back in 1981. I was 13 and had no idea who they were. I just wanted to party. And party I did. This was back when smoking cigs was allowed everywhere, and the devil's lettuce was all over the place too. I was tokin with people that would be in jail if they passed a 13 year old that stuff today. It didn't stop the whole show. It seems that someone would light up and just pass it down the row. And then someone else would do the same. Front to back, side to side.... Whao, I was toasted. Sadly, the thing I remembered the most from the show was how nice everybody around me was. No one tried to kidn*ap or r*pe me - that wasn't even a thought back then. I had a great time and Rush gained a fan for life. I went out and had to buy an album to see what I missed from the show. 🤣🤣 I think I bought Hemispheres first, and then some time later, (after I hoarded my lunch money for a while), I bought Moving Pictures. Still, my fav album from them. Rock on, brother. Love hearing your technical expertise on these three amazing musicians! 🤘🤘
Thanks for sharing the memories! You are right, it was definitely a different time back then and now society has become so dangerous it’s not even fun! Rush is definitely one of a kind and will live on forever! Have a great one! 🤘🏻
Another fine instrumental with a short drum solo is Where's my thing? Here it is! from their 2013 Clockwork Angels tour.
Appreciate it! I’ll check it out! Neil and Rush never disappoint! 🤘🏻🔥
The solo is even better in Where's My Thing / Here It Is
Great reaction! It’s nice to watch a reactor who knows what he’s talking about musically.
Really appreciate that! Rush never fails to deliver! Thanks for swinging by the channel!
I was lucky enough to attend this particular show.
Wow that’s incredible! I can’t imagine
LOL Interesting and awesome!
Absolutely!
Damn Great 👍!! RIP Neil 😢 Awsome solo!! 😮😮😮😮😊😢
R.I.P. to the legend. Incredible performance!
You need to check out YYZ live in Rio. It is absolutely off the charts!
🔥🔥
Peart, Rich, Bonham. The all-time GOATs.
All so good!
🤟RIPNEP🤟
Gettys special sound comes from pulling the strings up with his fingernails and letting slap down on the frets
Gotcha! Makes sense! He really digs into the bass! He is one of the greatest to ever do it for sure!
Amazing, to say the least. I’m sure Neil would prefer everyone watching this solo instead of Frankfurt - he was sick during the Germany show. While he uses many common elements, I like the way he plays some of them in this solo better. I love the “Cotton Tail” finale from Frankfurt, but man he is just on fire in this performance.
He absolutely was on fire! Such an epic performance!
his snare rudiments and traditional grip use was the strongest i ever saw from him in this solo- buddy rich would have played it off but he would have RESPECT at this performance - i dont know if it was age or physical but his left hand(traditional grip) wasnt as strong in the later years _ no haters please-neil is my favorite drummer ( tied with buddy rich) - i am not criticizing him - ive payed alot of attention to his drumming through the years and i know he took some hate from the jazz players when he started to indulge in that style
No hate here! Definitely love how versatile he was and his overall respect for all genres, trying to learn and master as much as he could!
This is not a live video. I'm very familiar with nor the tour. As by the 90s, my tastes and rush had separated to a degree that I wasn't buying their albums. The second they came out. However, I still love them and saw them on this very tour is a matter of fact period anyway, Neil is freshly back from his lessons with Freddie Gruber. Which accounts for the dominance of his? Articulation and utilizing traditional grip, more than he had ever in the fluidity of his plane has taken on a bit of a round circular nature by his own definition, as in he stopped, thinking about notes as linear and a row and more about how they relate to each other kind of in an orbit. Which is a cool way to look at timing. Actually anyway, cool reaction, man Cheers.
Appreciate the info! I watched an interview years ago with Neil talking about how Freddie Gruber changed his entire approach to drumming! Crazy that Neil, as good as he was, still went and got lessons with the goal of improving! That’s why he is one of the best to EVER do it! Have a great one!
How is not live?
@patrickangell5387 It's live. The problem is my speech to text program getting the wording incorrect .
Don't forget Asian rhythms in there! Listen to Territories (1988 version) live to see the entire band change and adapt their sound.
True! Thanks for the suggestion!
In my worthless opinion I enjoy this solo more than Frankfurt.
Neil was ONE OF A KIND! I learned so much from his approach to drumming! Thanks for hanging out!
Agreed
This was Neil at his max/peak. I love this solo better than Frankfurt.
But Frankfurt is to be revered because who else could do the Frankfurt solo st age 61?
Great point! This solo is literally mindblowing! Neil was and will always be a legend! 🙌🏻
LOVE :) “Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” ~ Romans 15:13
Appreciate the scripture and have a blessed day! ❤️
The Drum Also Waltzes....
True!
Than why don't u call him the G.O.A.T WHO IT BETTER???????
Oh Neil is definitely one of, if not, the GREATEST drummer of all time! But when you are at that level of mastery, it comes down to stylistic approach or preference. For me personally, he is up there though. Thanks for watching!
Great reaction to a great band. I’ll give you a sub.👍