RUSH "LA VILLA STRANGIATO" (reaction)
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- Опубликовано: 24 авг 2024
- Check out Sight After Dark reacting to "La Villa Strangiato" by Rush!
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Too bad about not liking Geddy's voice. You have to be able to stand that to get into the lyrics, and Neil Peart's lyrics are also one of Rush's greatest draws for their fans. You're really missing something if you can't get into that.
I've never understood people with that issue. It's a rock 'n' roll voice. I've never NOT liked it. Don't get it, but to each their own.
I echo Jerry's message. I've known several people who werent fond of Geddys voice, but managed to explore Rush anyway and became Rush fans as well!! - and you should already know us Rush fans go 100 for these guys because they earned it. The music and lyricism puts them in class by themselves. You don't have to like Geddys voice, but his voice is perfect for Neil's lyrics. If you guys dig in a little and get to know them, you will experience their magic.
Or you wont, I suppose might be possible. Not if given a fair chance Lol.
I consider GEDDY'S VOICE as just an another great instrument , and it's perfect for their style.
You did not have to "stand" his voice. His voice was excellent. If someone didn't like it, too bad. That's their problem and their loss.
When I first heard Rush in '76, one of my first thoughts was that they could use a better singer. After giving it some more time I realized his singing's just fine, he just doesn't have a conventional singing voice...but he's doing it anyway. Once I saw it as overcoming a bit of a handicap my attitude changed and accepted they were meant to be a three piece.
Alex Lifeson the most underrated, underappreciated guitarist in rock history
No he's not he's massively rated and won multiple awards for decades, it's a myth
No he's not. He's well spoken of. Try Tommy Bolin.
This is quite simply the greatest rock ‘n’ roll instrumental ever. In the Rush documentary one of my favorite parts is when Vinnie Paul from Pantera said that drummers would compare themselves by whether or not they could play the song.
Scott Ian of Anthrax said that when he managed to play the song from beginning to end, he could finally call himself a musician.
I've found listening to Rush too painful since Neil's passing. These three and Zappa are my gods. I was devastated by the death of Neil.
❤️🕊we hope it gets easier Saturninebear!
Arf!
I play guitar, and covered a ton of Rush songs over the years, but I feel the same. His musicianship was inspirational regardless of your instrument and after losing him, I've barely picked up my guitar despite playing for 30 years. :(
In the mid 70s I saw Rush lead off for Zappa in Virginia
@@thomaswalkowiak815 WOW. The only time I got to see Zappa live was the final tour. Saw Rush a few times, but that would be a mind-blowing double bill.
Absolutely love Rush. You have to review their YYZ, live in Rio 2002. It’s one of their other epic instrumentals and the crowd go absolutely wild!!!
The Rio audience temporarily turned Rush into a quartet during YYZ
Geddy's voice is unusual for sure, but after hearing him all along I've gotten used to him and also appreciate how good he is at all he does.
Rush is an extremely deep Rabbit hole , The thing with these guys their music can not be pegged , be ready to expect the unexpected in a great way , These guys were one of the best live bands ever three hours was normal for them ,
I see Rush I click! The song was inspired by a series of nightmares that Alex Lifeson had. I never tire of hearing it. Geddy's voice can be an acquired taste, I personally like it.
Other instrumentals
Where's my thing/Here it is live in Dallas
YYZ live in Rio.
Cheers
Such an amazing instrumental from the greatest rock trio of all times! The entire album is amazing.
I love the tone of that white Gibson it screams Im a pre 80s Rush fan keep um coming
Now you have a chance to buy that very guitar. Alex is auctioning off many of his iconic guitars, and that's one up for grabs.
Agree, it wails. Crazy tones all around. The bass is so dirty
One of the best live bands i've ever seen.
Saw them twice in Holland, they did sound amazing!!
Nice and loud, maybe to loud for some people 😜
Good reaction, guys 💪👍
By the way, geddy's voice? Maybe you have to see them live, crazy good voice 🔥👊
Music that will never get you laid. My mom used to say, "Rush? They look like witches!"
🤣hilarious!
A more recent song they did live check out Working man live in Cleveland , the guitar player plays above the fret board , they change up the tempo three times in transitions , but lots and lots of others to check out
I have some things to say. First, I love your channel and how you, as musicians, don’t have to keep stopping the song because you can just listen and remember your perception of the song as a whole. Secondly, as a rabid RUSH fan, I must wholeheartedly advise that you please listen to more of Geddy’s vocals. I get that some folks find it unappealing. However, I would bet that if you were to listen to more classic RUSH, you would enjoy a new appreciation of one of the best rock vocalists ever. 🤘🏻
Thanks for the tip Ed, we looking forward to hearing more!
I'd recommend they go the other direction and try out mid-late Rush. The radio only ever plays Fly By Night -> Tom Sawyer era and that's the range people gripe about the most. But when they reached the 80's and especially the 90's, he sang closer to his speaking range. Geddy Lee on Tom Sawyer and Geddy Lee on Cold Fire, are almost 2 entirely different vocalists!
Thus is just epic. Saw the Hemispheres Tour at the Palladium and was blown away. Saw them every tour from Hemispheres to Counterparts and they never disappointed.
Saw the Hemispheres Tour 1978 Maple Leaf Gardens Toronto my and the bands hometown was in high school this blonde girl asked me out to see this concert thought I was in the twighlight zone for her asking no girl asks a guy out in those days concert was amazing as were the next 26 I went to as well last 2015 still hard to listen to Neil play and not shed a tear he was my superhero not Batman Superman just him
RUSH is THE PERFECT EXAMPLE of the fluidity of MASTERING TIME SIGNATURES! I play drums and there are a few things that you need to know about Neil Peart’s ( pronounced PEER-T) character: First he writes the lyrics so he knows in advance what TYPE of song it’s meant to be ie ballad, driver, etc. Second he COMPOSES on the drums… like a carpenter who looks at a set of blueprints before building the object. Neil lays out a SKETCH in his mind of the VOICES of the drumset and builds the song from there. He is also a great LISTENER knowing when NOT to step over Geddy’s singing or Alex’s solos! Finally, he had perfect timing and fluidity of time changes. He said himself that it’s not about COUNTING the time signatures as much as fluid motion to change the tempo without counting: in other words it should FLOW! He hates repeating the same drum patterns in the same song meaning if he plays a fill one way the first time around he will play it differently the second time around. IE. Rolls down the toms the first time around and triplets or quads (all four limbs) the second time around. In short there will NEVER be another like him on planet earth 🌍 🌏 🌎! REST IN PEACE PROFESSOR!
With heart felt admiration and sincerity!
Gary
Another great Rush instrumental is YYZ, Rush in Rio, Live version has got great energy. Epic performance.
La Villa Strangiato was their first instrumental. It was amazing when it came out because it was so different from what we normally listened to. It jpened the door for soooooo many more instrumentals they did. "YYZ" was wonderful. But then I think they just kept getting better with every album. "Where's My Thing?" , "Leave that Thing Alone", "Limbo", "The Main Monkey Business", "Malignant Narcissism" ... amazing! I gotta admit that I do like Geddy's voice. It's got such a warm quality
Three outstanding Musicians from Canada bottom line..
So good! Love Rush! Hope we get to more soon. ✌🏻❤️🎼
Us too, thanks for watching Amber!
If you want another Rush instrumental, try YYZ live at Rio. Rush were slightly after Genesis and Supertramp, a great live band. I actually really like Geddy’s voice, especially around the late 70’s early 80’s. Great reaction from SAD!
Thanks for the info Tim, we appreciate you!
Technically, Rush was formed a year after Genesis, and one year prior to Supertramp. But yeah, as far as any mainstream air play, Rush came later. Rush didn't really start entering widespread public consciousness until Signals / Moving Pictures in the early 1980s.
Well well well..I had to do a double-take when i saw this lol.Rush on Sight After Dark?..Whoda thunk it? So glad you did this one guys. Studio-wise was the last track on the last of their 'long epics' albums, Hemispheres , in 1978. So Genesis-wise, after 'Trick Of The Tail' and 'Wind And Wuthering' , then Steve Hackett left , and Rush's Hemispheres came out the same year as '..And Then There Were Three '..As for Supertramp, this was a year before 'Breakfast in America'...Rush did a ton of instrumentals, guess I'd better get over to Patreon lol :)
Right ☺️? Thanks for breaking it down Ken; we’d love to hear more!
My sister dated a lead guitarist of a local rock band (Philip) - She was 16 and he was 24, mom did not like that. But he was a good guy and probably the "one" that got away. I went to one of their practices and they played this song. My introduction to Rush. And Van Halen and Journey. I was 17 and just stared in awe as Philip played this song.
Thanks for sharing that cool memories with us Will I Am!
Geddys voice mellowed over time, maybe try listening to a recorded 70's song for 30 secs and then switch to him singing it from 2000 on live. its a big contrast.
No disrespect. You will convert. :) LOL Hear me out;
I am a 48 year HARD CORE RUSH fan. Picked up their debut album when released in 1974. I was 14. Lifelong FAN. My wife absolutely despised Geddy's voice and the band for 30 years. Every time I inserted one of the masterpieces her immediate response was "turn that shit off." And everytime I would tell her very slowly "you don't know what you are missing." When Neil passed she couldn't help but hear/read all of the accolades and said to herself, in her words "oh shit, maybe he was right all along" and started listening. She is now a fan and loves Geddy's voice.
It can and will be done. His voice will grow on you. Even if it takes 30 years. :)
❤️thanks Michael!
How good is this.... Brilliant once again guys
Rush have done many instrumentals, no one does it better, check out some of their other instrumentals.
Neal was a percussionist. He had cow bells, chimes, a xylophone just to name a few.
Try Jacob's Ladder, kinda short instrumental with an attitude, imo one of their best. Geddy's voice, one of my favourites.
Thanks for the tip Ro Ca!
Second that vote for Jacobs Ladder. In fact you can't really go wrong with most of the Exit Stage Left live performances.
Rush is a lifelong journey.
This is 78. Genesis released ...and Then There Were Three in 78, there first w/o guitarist Steve Hacket and third since Peter Gabriel left and Phil Collins took up singing.
78 was between Supertramo's Even in The Quietist Moments and Breakfast in America, two of there most successful and recognizable albums. Breakfast was the next to last ST album before Roger Hodgson left the band.
When they first hit the airwaves back in the '70s, I admit that I was turned off by Geddy's voice. As time went on, I'd occasionally hear a new song on the radio that I liked despite his voice, then eventually I came to appreciate what an amazing singer he is. 2112 provides his full range of voice. An instrumental set that you may like is "Where's My Thing? / Here it is!" as performed on their Clockwork Angels tour. It includes a typically amazing drum solo.
I felt the same about Geddy's voice for years, but then when I started to focus on the lyrics of Rush songs along with the band's amazing musicianship, I realized Geddy's voice is perfect to deliver Neil Peart's lyrics. Now I consider Geddy Lee my favorite vocalist behind Roger Daltrey of The Who.
This is a common sentiment. Geddy's voice takes a little getting used to, but in time most people come to really love it.
I hated the voice at first, but now it's just a great rock voice.
YYZ Live in Rio is another amazing Rush instrumental.
Top-tier Rush!
I’m always surprised no one ever comments to point out the Raymond Scott tribute they do in the middle of the song to his epic tune “Powerhouse” which was greatly popularized in Bugs Bunny cartoons.
So I guess I’ll take the lead here to drop that little bit of musical history in hopes others will be encouraged to do the same with other stuff.
I always love to learn more about music and stuff and just felt I should chime in about it to highlight how so much in the world of music tends to travel full circle.
Did you know that they pay tribute to Raymond Scott in the middle section of this song? ; )
@@Katehowe3010Now I do!! 😃
@@CANDOKNOWHOW Forgive me for this mate. The temptation was just too strong!
@@Katehowe3010 😂😂😂
I’m not tripping, and found it funny that I wrote it like that when looking back.
It was a bit long winded.. and may have come off as a bit condescending (unintentionally) as I could’ve dropped the history, but I was seriously surprised I got to it first cause It’s usually the other way around where I’m learning of it from many others in the comments.
How the heck did I get to be first this time?
Raymond Scott is pretty awesome though, so I couldn’t ignore his absence down here.. as I guess Rush wanted people to know as well.
For such a pretty intricate composition, it’s also showing Rush’s sense of humor to add it suddenly in the middle of the tune. If I recall correctly, it was often featured in cartoon scenes where a robot or other assembly line like automated system is rhythmically pulsing through whatever task it has.
Rush proves that amazing prog can just be damned fun to listen to.
Released in 1978 about the same time as "And Then There Was Three"
Rush is a band that has to grow on you. But if you grew up on them you could hear and appreciate the growth. For Rush heads we were well into them by this album.
The full title of this song is "La Villa Strangiato (An Exercise in Self-Indulgence)"
Concert. I've seen them ... Five times? Maybe more. Always a good time. They are ... were ... a band who clearly loved what they did and were friends. Just a great vibe.
Just happened to stumble upon your channel and like some of the other commenters here, I see Rush, I click. Three prime examples if you want to hear the true genius of Geddy Lee’s voice. Tears, from their album 2112. The Pass, from their album, Roll the Bones. BTW, RTB Is a great album start to finish. And thirdly, from Permanent Waves, lend your ears to Entre Nous. I strongly advise jumping down the Rush rabbit 🕳. You truly don’t know what you’re missing. Three masters of their craft!
Thanks for watching Tommy! We hope our patrons suggest more!
Fun Rush factoid. Their official videos are shot in one complete take to show they can actually play it live. These are not dubbed over air guitar videos.
Thanks Deisel!
If you've got a bit of spare cash, 'Whitey', the Gibson 355 Alex is playing here (and heard on many, many other Rush songs) is going to auction for charity next month.
This was like watching a funeral...
The audio version of this video isn't great but the song is absolutely amazing...
Rush is amazing and only three guys...
WTF...
Nice to see this on here. This album and this song blew me away when they came out.
I covered this song in a band a lifetime ago and yes, its as hard as it sounds.
Awesome even today, watching them both play synth with their feet.
If you really want to see them go crazy on the base and guitar check out Working Man Live in Cleveland. For another instrumental live YYZ in Rio.
Seen them 3 times when I was in high school trying to learn what Neil was doing on drums. 70's. Life changing.
This instrumental is a compositional and technical masterpiece by three of the greatest virtuoso musicians and songwriters in rock and roll, writing and creating in their musical primes. Thanks for reviewing this!
Thanks for being here Mark!
Ha - yeah, Geddy's voice is an acquired taste. But Rush is one of my favorite bands. This song from the Hemispheres album hit in 1978, so I think it was a little bit after Genesis' progressive rock era (sorry - I'm not a big Genesis fan). But I love Rush, man. The first album I got was 2112 in 1979 or 1980, and I was hooked. "YYZ" is another great instrumental by Rush, but I think you can get used to Geddy's voice. I would recommend the live performance of "Xanadu" from the Exit Stage Left tour. It's better than the recording. Also recommended: the whole 22 minute long first side of 2112; "The Camera Eye"; "Spirit of Radio"; "The Analog Kid"; "Anthem".
Thanks for the suggestions Tony!
Not another 3 man band that can touch them, masterclass in every instrument and can change flow and tempo like no other
I felt the same when I first heard Geddy, but the more I listened to Rush the more I realized he has the perfect voice for their band.
This was a super reaction. You two obviously know what great musicianship is all about! And yes, I wasn't into Geddy's vocals when I began listening to RUSH either, but gradually, I came to love it. His vocal register drops a bit during the 1980's, so you might try "Analog Kid", "Subdivisions", or "Tom Sawyer". Also, "Leave That Thing Alone" is another excellent instrumental. Thanks much! ☮
Best rock instrumental of all time! Period. Don't argue. Okay maybe YYZ! ;-)
This song live is unbelievable.... I dare you you to fall into the Rush rabbit hole
Saw Rush 18 times. Try Bye Thor and the Snow Dog from the Rush in Rio concert next. I also want to recommend The Spirit of Radio from the Maple Leaf Gardens concert 1984 . Geddy's voice was the perfect voice for Rush.
"Slowly convert you into Rush fans."
It happened to me. My best friend bought 2112 and played it for me on the first decent stereo system I ever heard. I didnt like it at all. I did not care for Geddy's voice. That was 1977? Rush is now my favorite band of all time. It happened slowly, over time. By the mid 80's it took hold. The die was cast. I saw the Power Windows tour, 85?, the first time I saw them live, and it was all over. Die hard Rush fan for life.
After seeing several of your reaction videos now, it was clear you didnt enjoy this as much as BOC The Vigil. Its ok, I think its entirely plausible you might become fans.
Might I suggest "Ghost of a chance" studio version for a good Geddy singing experience.
Funny...I heard at the end of the video, one of you mentioned "Supertramp". I've heard every Supertramp song. LOL, I still dont care for them, among the biggest reasons, the lead singers voice.
😆that’s incredibly hilarious!
We actually really dug this instrumental and would love to hear some great Rush that our patrons feel surpasses [what we think of] Geddy’s voice. We appreciate you sharing Kenneth, thanks!
@@SightAfterDark So I've watched a few of your reaction videos now.
One observation. Its hard to tell what Dan is thinking during a reaction. He's probably a good poker player, you cant really tell if he loves it or its just ok. Sifa, on the other hand, you pretty much know exactly whats going on in her brain. The difference between this reaction and BOC the Vigil is stark.
And its all cool, we all get it or at least I do. Some music just hits you in the right spot. BOC and Rush do that for me...Supertramp never does and never will.
You’re the first one to say this ☺️ we usually get the exact observations about us from the viewers, thanks!
That's odd, because one of the things that really draws me to Rush is Geddy's singing. Especially when he really let's it rip on songs like 'Freewill'. His voice is very distinctive, which may turn some people off.
Geddy’s vocal performance on Temples of Syrinx is mind blowing.
Geddy's voice is a love or hate thing. I can't stand that eunuch voice. Love their instrumentals though
Yeah something’s just happen like that. Still an undeniably excellent band!
You must know that so many people don't like his voice xd
Another fun (and classic) Rush song you should check out is their live performance of By-Tor and the Snowdog. Geddy and Alex "do battle" on stage.
Thanks Russ!
Not sure what Rush you have done to date, but a lot of people who find Geddy’s voice grating from the early years will find that it mellowed and he found more of his sweet spot as they moved into the 80s and 90s. Try some songs from signals or grace under pressure or power windows to see if it still turns you off. I find it fits their music perfectly from those eras and separates them even further as a band! Cheers and Rush on!
Thanks Michael!
I wasn't a huge fan of the early years of Geddy's voice, but it deepened over the years, and by the time he sang Ghost of a Chance, he had such a rich, mellow sound. I love how he sounded later in his career.
YYZ Live in Rio, if you want to see the greatest crowd reaction ever.
MASTERCLASS MUSICALITY! EARGASM!
Geddy's voice grows on you, and changes with age. I think for the better. But this is one of my favorite instrumentals of all time. I like it even more than YYZ.
Subtitled: "An Exercise in Self-Indulgence". With exception of guitar solo in middle, this was recorded in 1 take. Making the Hemispheres album was so strenuous they almost called it quits. Geddy said the range of whole album was too high even for his goofy voice. It's the proggiest of their albums and imo top 3.
Also Try the Garden live Clockwork angels tour , you will hear a different side of Geddys voice , With Violins this is a more softer side of Rush ,
Her reaction is catatonic
🥰😆words are reactions too
i love geddy voice
You guys will absolutely become Rush fans after to all of their albums Just the best trio among the others-ELP for example so keep exploring the Rush catalog Their my favorite after Jethro album Tull
It's Amazing how Cool, a Little Vaseline, on the Camera Lens, can make such a Dreamy Effect!
It's always about the music. Don't kill the messenger!
There are 2 types of people in the world: people who love Rush, and people who hate Geddy's voice. It's not for everyone. I can't even fault people for it. I disagree, but I understand. Rush was formed in 1968, but it was probably 1974 when the really hit it.
Alex Lifeson is probably the most underrated guitarist in rock history. La Villa Strangiato is based on a dream, or series of dreams that Alex had, and is composed of several movements with distinct themes.
Neil Peart (peert-not-pert) is "your favorite drummer's favorite drummer". His nickname was "The Professor", and he was Rush's principal lyricist.
Geddy Lee performs on bass, vocals, and keys. He also plays a bank of pedals so he can play synth with his feet while his hands play bass, and vice versa. This is one of the secrets to the rich sound produced by only 3 musicians.
Please check out YYZ (Live in Rio), Where's My Thing/Here It Is (live in Dallas) for some more choice instrumentals, and Neil's drum solo (Live in Frankfurt, and many others on YT). Then maybe go to Working Man (Live in Cleveland 2011 Time Machine Tour, and also the studio version for the original opening), 2112, Xanadu (Live, Exit Stage Left 1981) The Spirit of Radio, Freewill, Subdivisions, The Analog Kid, The Camera Eye, and so many more.
We’re glad you took the time to share this info, thanks!
HOW DO YOU SUM UP RUSH? THREE KINGS 👑👑👑
RUSH=LEGENDS!!!!!!!!!!
She's so zoned out on the bass and drums. I love it
YYZ is your next instrumental from Rush!!!
This is the first Rush reaction video that I've heard did not like Geddy Lee's voice. Every other reaction video, with vocals, loved his distinct voice.
Check out YYZ (code for Pearson Intl airport in Toronto) Live in Rio and Rush-Best Intro Ever. Their musical talents will blow you away in those two videos.
Just dropped this one yesterday :)
ruclips.net/video/IJxbFPssHu4/видео.html
They switch time signatures like no other band
pulling that off live had my 15yr old self hanging from the rafters back in the day! the most impressive 3 man band i've ever seen.
start at the beginning with working man studio version not the time machine tour everyone suggests. the power of that song is guaranteed to get ya!
His voice changed a lot over the years. Plus keep in mind he's playing pedals with his feet, keyboards and bass with his hands and belting out lyrics that are complicated in themselves. Read some of the lyrics. Anyways you might like later rush over early rush. His voice mellowed as he got older. Anyways, I've been a musician for over 50 years...I prefer instrumentals really..Here's a great instrumental if you're into it.. This guy is a beast on bass here. This is Jean Luc Ponty - Egocentric Molecules live from a 1979 album. ruclips.net/video/AAMRjIE3uds/видео.html
Thanks so much XDarkSyntaXOriginal!
I swear to god If you want a perfect vocal performance in terms of tone and delivery from Geddy Lee listen to Available Light from the album Presto. Perfect !! BTW, his voice sounds very good from Signals to Presto 82 to 89. The earlier stuff is too high pitched and ''witchy'' and after that, well....Age I suppose.
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Nobody ever mentions Available Light. Even the Rush fans I've encountered over the years don't seem to "get" that beautiful song. The producer for Presto said once "Everyone knows how hard Neil hits the drums, but on Available Light, I've never seen anyone hit the drums and cymbals as hard as he did on the last minute of that song!"
Passion...and one of Neil's best lyrics, in my opinion. Thanks for acknowledging this underated song, brother!
@@JasonSmith-jr7jh Only 4 reviews on RUclips which is real crime. I guess people who do reactions only pick the songs that have the most views otherwise the number would be way higher. One of Rush's very best. READ YOUR COMMENTS PEOPLE AND LISTEN TO SUGGESTIONS !!!
Go check out Working Man, Live in Cleveland.
That was a TV studio!
ha i appreciate your honesty
but these guys are the most prolific and talented band in rock
i'm out
NICE JAM!!
If you haven't already you might prefer songs from the Albums in the 'second half' of their career from Signals to Clockwork Angels. Geddy's voice got a bit more even after working with a vocal coach. Not that I didn’t love his voice before, but others have mentioned it. Although, w more listening you may, too.
If you've haven't head these you out might consider:
Subdivisions, Analog Kid,
Bravado, Stick it Out, Driven, Test For Echo, Working Them Angels, The Way the Wind Blows, Caravan, and The Garden amoung a dozens of others.
Cheers. Thanks for the reaction.
Thanks for the info Mark!
This was written (or concept) by Alex after waking up from a rough dre am.
One of the hardest songs to play on the drums for me ,just the endurance and technique!
Personally my favorite Alex Lifeson guitar work. The beginning of the solo with the volume peddle into the clean channel set such a beautiful mood. Once the distortion kicked in the solo had such a complete progression.
Up late watching D. Kirshner's "Rock Concert" as a kid, watching a wicked witch running around singing and playing killer bass guitar was so cool. I had to get up early on Saturday to tell my friend best friend what I'd witnessed. We've been hooked every since then, especially when we know what a nice guy (Guys) they are, and so talented at creating interesting music! Never boring.
Thanks for sharing!
The cool thing about this video is that they recorded it live start to finish in a studio, no audience.
Woah! Thanks for the info Tim!
Neils name is pronounced peert. I made the same mistake . Try his drum solo live in Frankfurt Germany
You might like Geddy's voice better 1980's on.
They really channeled their inner King Crimson in this track. Good stuff.
For those who don't "like" Geddy Lee's voice, please invest in listening to Rush's music from about 1981 onward. In the 70's, Geddy was working on getting his vocal instrument in shape and some of their early stuff can sound harsh to the uninitiated. But by 82/83 and on, he was greatly improved in his tone and quality. Now, he has never not been an upper-register singer but, if you can get passed that -- for instance, Steve Perry of Journey is also an upper-register singer but no one ever slags him for his voice; so is Sting, but again, no problem there, right? --- then you will probably find at least some of his mid-80's to the 2000's music, and his vocal work, really strong and satisfying.
Fans before 1981 loved his voice for his incredible range and the amazing emotion he could inject into a song (see 2112). He was actually self concious about it and toned it down to the disappointment of many fans. I would not call post '81 an "improvement", just different. Nothing post '81 reached the pure heights of emotion obtained in 2112.
@@OriginalMergatroid, while I agree with most of what you say, I would offer some nuance. Yes, Geddy was probably self conscious about his voice -- certainly, critics of the group reminded him of his "learning curve" on a regular basis -- but I don't think that is the primary reason he "toned down" his singing, as you put it. More important than that, surely, was his desire to serve the music of Rush to the best of his abilities. Therefore he took voice lessons to, yes, improve his performance and broaden his skills. Secondly, he wanted to preserve his voice for the long-term. Listening to their first live album, 1976's "All the World's a Stage", you can hear how insanely hard he pushed his voice to recreate the studio recording and to capture the intense energy of the live setting. I've read in interviews that he knew, at the time, that he could not possibly sustain that approach. Therefore, he did develop a more comfortable, less-extreme execution for his singing, by the late 70's. This only got better -- more power, better breath control, more sonorous tone and the ability to hit the high notes without hurting his throat -- as the 1980s went on. That said, I would like to underline what you said about 2112 and the emotion and incredible range he brought to that record. It truly is a masterpiece!
If you want to see more of how seriously underrated Alex was, and how much their hometown fans loved them, check out The Spirit Of Radio or Limelight from their 2003 performance at Toronto's Downsview Park.
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Thanks Linda!
•Geddy Lee's vocalizations are Epic in my eyes,
•This was Live but it was not a concert that they were performing at, this was how you made music videos during that particular era,And that was not a one-off, that is exactly how they put down that track in the studio for the record and that is exactly how they play that song Every Single Time it is performed! For me that is a huge reason why I love Rush they played the songs live exactly how they sound on the record
Greatest band ever assembled hands down!!!
I've never had an issue with Geddy's voice, but I suggest you give The Garden a listen. My wife doesn't like his voice either but she loves The Garden as she thinks it doesn't sound like Geddy is singing.
Thanks Bruce!
Maybe check out some of their more semi recent stuff? Geddy is a bit more subdued in the Roll the Bones and Counter Parts albums.
Some songs to possibly check out.
Heresy (fitting song for what's going on in Ukraine)
- Ghost of a Chance
- Dreamland
- Roll the Bones (a little surprise midway through)
- Every Day Glory (the story of my childhood 😕)
Anyway, I definitely get it. I think you love or hate Geddy's voice. I dig it and it just fits where they're going instrumentally.
Enjoyed the reaction!
Take care ✌
Thanks Rick, you too!
Check out YYZ live in Rio. 40,000 fans "sing" along with an instrumental.