Neil Peart Full Interview On The Hour

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  • Опубликовано: 22 дек 2024

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  • @valgambino8292
    @valgambino8292 5 лет назад +1804

    RIP to the greatest drummer percussionist who ever walked this earth

  • @mattd6086
    @mattd6086 5 лет назад +575

    This man shared his gift with the world and I’m grateful to have lived during his time on this Earth.

    • @lonecrapshooter67
      @lonecrapshooter67 5 лет назад +3

      Got to see him at Tinley Park

    • @tylerhackner9731
      @tylerhackner9731 5 лет назад +11

      Got to see Rush live in 2015. When I saw Neil and his big drum kit, I almost fainted. It was one of the greatest joys of my life.

    • @robonbass6864
      @robonbass6864 5 лет назад +6

      Amen

    • @billbelzek6748
      @billbelzek6748 5 лет назад +5

      I never got to see Neal in concert --- I feel like my life will forever be unfulfilled

    • @bishlap
      @bishlap 4 года назад +1

      sheesh, was he a drummer in a band or THE LORD GOD ALMIGHTY? People need to GET OUT OF THE HOUSE MORE...

  • @ctruthtoday
    @ctruthtoday 5 лет назад +537

    RIP Neil, it's like losing a family member. So Sad today.

    • @sygmoore
      @sygmoore 5 лет назад +4

      My heart is heavy!

    • @carleneelmore6556
      @carleneelmore6556 5 лет назад +2

      If he was an atheist/agnostic he is NOT resting in peace.....for it is only while you are alive that each person has the free will to accept Jesus’ free gift of salvation or to not accept it....very sad!

    • @eternalreturnal
      @eternalreturnal 5 лет назад +23

      @@carleneelmore6556 fuck off

    • @johnaccardi6448
      @johnaccardi6448 5 лет назад +12

      @Carlene Elmore! Thank you for reinforcing my decision to distance myself from Christian cultist like yourself! If you truly believe your position on the afterlife at least be a good enough Christian to attempt to pray him into the pearley gates? Otherwise do the world a favor and mute your arrogance and ignorance! RIP Neil !

    • @blacklight4460
      @blacklight4460 5 лет назад +5

      @@carleneelmore6556 SO VERY Wrong. Neil's life is honored and celebrated in heaven. The Creator is not needy and doesn't require anything from humans to return home. Atheists don't (and can't) hurt God's feelings at all. Neil is likely jamming with Buddy Rich on the other side.

  • @bernlin2000
    @bernlin2000 4 года назад +82

    Such a well-read, well-spoken, thoughtful man...you are deeply missed, Neil, R.I.P.

  • @ronaldjones743
    @ronaldjones743 Год назад +23

    Neil was not only a professor on the drums, he was a professor of the heart.
    RIP Neil until we get to hear you again

  • @LucasPenido
    @LucasPenido 8 лет назад +354

    Neil Peart rarely gives interviews, but when he does...oh boy! Class is in session! Not only an amazing musician but a very intelligent and deep human being.

    • @fultonvillejetfan8342
      @fultonvillejetfan8342 5 лет назад +8

      Yup u better shut up and listen when he speaks. Time for some schooling! Legend!

    • @billbelzek6748
      @billbelzek6748 5 лет назад +3

      Just makes me sad we are losing so many legendary and smart musicians like Neal and Bowie --- who are people gonna listen to in 20 or 30 years --- Drake and Taylor Swift? LOL please.

    • @bishlap
      @bishlap 4 года назад

      Lucas is another weak minded sap who is easily buffaloed by nonsensical minutiae.

    • @bishlap
      @bishlap 4 года назад

      @@billbelzek6748 Belzek is a snowflake that lives his life reading RUSH comic books and eating marzipan in his mom's basement.

    • @ih2738
      @ih2738 3 года назад

      @@bishlap TJ lives a very sad life and wastes his fleeting time on Earth spreading his poison for no discernable reason

  • @norbertk9595
    @norbertk9595 5 лет назад +415

    One of the best drummers ever -- and one of the mosrt articulate musicians I've ever listened to.

    • @jammpp969
      @jammpp969 5 лет назад +4

      Rip

    • @norbertk9595
      @norbertk9595 5 лет назад +13

      @@jammpp969 It's so strange. I had been wondering about Neil recently; that's why I watched the interview yesterday. I had no idea he was ill. It's so sad.

    • @Saber808
      @Saber808 5 лет назад +1

      🤣

    • @gamingwithabel1544
      @gamingwithabel1544 5 лет назад +1

      My husband cried when his hero died

    • @dackmont
      @dackmont 5 лет назад +2

      And so classy. Truly a good egg, he were. Rock In Peace.

  • @grh6439
    @grh6439 5 лет назад +293

    An interesting, articulate, and intelligent man who will be greatly missed.

    • @bishlap
      @bishlap 4 года назад +1

      He won't be missed, RUSH was broken up, what's to miss? Please don't say a Buddy Rich compilation solo album by Neil PERTH.

    • @blazinbuc99
      @blazinbuc99 4 года назад +10

      @@bishlap You sir are a fucking idiot

    • @curragh4635
      @curragh4635 4 года назад +5

      @@bishlap see here's the problem. People like you are wasting oxygen. Do us all a favor and stop doing that.. thank you

    • @walkingdogzpappel606
      @walkingdogzpappel606 3 года назад +1

      @@curragh4635 and space.

    • @smacanga
      @smacanga 2 года назад +3

      @@bishlap proved yourself wrong again didn't you?

  • @delimac59
    @delimac59 4 года назад +28

    I could listen to Neil talk all day and never get tired of it. God I miss him! RIP Maestro!

  • @kennethsmith6530
    @kennethsmith6530 4 года назад +87

    What a thoughtful interview. Neil was so comfortable, and the host is excellent. I wanted this to go on and on. What an amazing man Neil was.

  • @warrenhicks6120
    @warrenhicks6120 5 лет назад +373

    What a loss. RIP Professor. There will be no one like him again.

    • @tylerhackner9731
      @tylerhackner9731 5 лет назад +2

      TRUTH. The one and only. The Professor.

    • @unitedstatesofmordor
      @unitedstatesofmordor 5 лет назад +1

      He left a lot of beautiful imagery in music for us to enjoy in perpetuity.

    • @partoftheway4235
      @partoftheway4235 5 лет назад +1

      Wareen- you know that's why I'm so sad! Your right, there never will be another drummer like him! He was a one of a kind!

    • @bishlap
      @bishlap 4 года назад

      there are now and will be drummers as good and better than Peart... Neil would be the 1st to admit that. Just bc he unfortunately passed, does not make his skills better. Everyone needs to calm down- the End. RIP Neil.

    • @billbelzek6748
      @billbelzek6748 4 года назад +4

      Try and name one drummer alive better than Peart, asshole --- I dare ya

  • @stormbringercoming8105
    @stormbringercoming8105 9 лет назад +788

    For a guy that hates to do interviews, he sure is a good conversationalist.

    • @danerd8978
      @danerd8978 6 лет назад +64

      Stormbringer Coming The quiet ones are always the most talkative when they want to be.

    • @AB-ez4rm
      @AB-ez4rm 5 лет назад +31

      @wildcatter63 He could get a side job as a audio book narrator.

    • @josemenendez4454
      @josemenendez4454 5 лет назад +31

      He just hates the worship

    • @mgordon1100
      @mgordon1100 5 лет назад +18

      For everything I thought I knew about Neil, he really killed this interview. I was pleasantly surprised at how well he speaks, and he didn't come off standoffish at all.

    • @jonathangwynne1917
      @jonathangwynne1917 5 лет назад +1

      Calvin Keats, that was just a nickname.

  • @johnthomas1651
    @johnthomas1651 9 лет назад +489

    Wow, what a thoughtful, intelligent man. Very humble for arguably one of the greatest drummers ever.

    • @johannbadenhorst4920
      @johannbadenhorst4920 8 лет назад +15

      And lyricists

    • @superbug1977
      @superbug1977 8 лет назад +7

      I was just thinking the same thing. I gave up on the band after they did the Tom Sawyer/Moving Pictures thing. Try and forgive me. Prior to that we were seeing them in concert year after year. Anyway, he is articulate and humble and still clearly cherishes life. He is full of something like intelligent energy.

    • @sheilagidley5630
      @sheilagidley5630 8 лет назад +12

      Too bad you gave up. On every album (disc;download) there are genius musical arrangements, and poetry to be pondered. If I were you , or anyone who hasn't delved into their mid career/ most recent music, I'd give it a listen.

    • @trenken
      @trenken 6 лет назад +2

      neil is probably the best lyricist in the history of rock. but as a drummer, he is great, but there are many that play way more complex shit than he ever did in rush. neil is a big fan of the band mars volta, and both of their drummers played shit was more complex than he ever did

    • @jrobertsapp
      @jrobertsapp 6 лет назад +12

      Complexity is not necessarily a criteria of greatness.

  • @vincemarshall9520
    @vincemarshall9520 4 года назад +83

    A true gentleman who didn’t take himself too seriously.

  • @renahollwedel3302
    @renahollwedel3302 4 года назад +35

    Such a kind and intelligent man , humans like him are so rare. I miss his manner of speech and his common man attitude ❤️🕊

  • @zeeeOgre
    @zeeeOgre 5 лет назад +133

    RIP Neil. An absolute drum hero.

  • @keithbell9348
    @keithbell9348 3 года назад +10

    This interview with Neil confirms something I learned along time ago.
    No matter what you do in life- FEED YOUR MIND. Be you a manager at a grocery store, a billionaire, a delivery driver for Uber, or a musician- if you truly want to live your best life, read, read, and read.

  • @susanepainter
    @susanepainter 5 лет назад +142

    I am revisiting these old interviews as today has been a tough one. RIP Neil! Your fans will never forget how wonderful you are.

    • @ziggy72170
      @ziggy72170 5 лет назад +1

      💓💓❀ヅ❤♫

    • @robonbass6864
      @robonbass6864 4 года назад +1

      Neil is an immortal god... He has only changed rooms...

    • @bishlap
      @bishlap 4 года назад

      get a grip Susan - have u ever had a family member u love, DIE? Know anyone that had a limb amputated... earth to Susan Painter....wake up.

    • @bishlap
      @bishlap 4 года назад

      @@robonbass6864 there u go again, Rob... I would pity you, but I sense you're a good guy. PEACE.

    • @kevpiffington2990
      @kevpiffington2990 3 года назад

      @@robonbass6864 we will call you Cygnus the God of balance you shall be.🖖

  • @dnikhilrao
    @dnikhilrao 5 лет назад +20

    Have adored and worshipped this man for years. Rush is my all time favourite band. They are simply perfect musicians and it is truly stunning they are such amazing humans as well. Rush and Neil Peart makes one believe in the goodness of life, they prove that is possible to live a full life without being bitter and cynical by the end of it. Totally stunned we lost Neil so quickly, without warning. Hiding his condition from his adoring fans is as classic a Neil Peart move as ever existed, he couldn't ever pretend a stranger was a long awaited friend. This feels like I lost a family member. Every single day I waste from now on, I fail my hero Neil Peart. Thank you Rush. Thank you, Professor Neil Peart. There will never be another you - a heartbroken fan from India.

    • @ilovebadkitties
      @ilovebadkitties Год назад

      Such kind and beautiful words spoken for and INCREDIBLE drummer and Incredibly wonderful human being! ❤️

  • @diannebdee
    @diannebdee 5 лет назад +137

    I've watched this interview at least a half a dozen times and loved listening to The Professor teach stuff (reference to the Guardians of the Galaxy's Yondu) and I've always thought Neil's voice would be here forever. After Rush's retirement in 2015 I thought we'd have a few more books with some, hopefully, interviews on the tour much like Geddy's for his "Book of Bass". However, this week that hope was quashed forever. The eloquence and purity of that voice has been silenced with the passing of Neil Ellwood Peart. I know Neil wouldn't have wanted this, but I've been crying off and on for the days following the announcement Neil had passed. I think in the end that's a credit to the man Neil was. Insanely human and humble he was that part of my life I always depended on for that humility. I know Neil has left his voice within the lyrics Geddy Lee sung, and I know we'll have Rush's music forever, but that human part of me wanted that unmistakable voice of the Professor who continued to teach through his love of life. I know Alex and Geddy are still with us, hopefully for at least decades to come, but Neil's loss is still too near and dear. Losing David Bowie was hard, but even he said he was surprised he lived that long considering his drug use in the late 60s, early 70s. When he passed it was a shock, but not surprising. This, however, came out of left field. This was unexpected and I'll always remember where I was when the news came that Neil Peart, the best drummer and lyricist to have ever lived, has died. I won't say goodbye Neil. I'll say you're living somewhere beyond that lighted stage. Though not corporeal, still teaching us stuff about life...and death. Thank you Neil. Thank you for just being you.

    • @dackmont
      @dackmont 5 лет назад +6

      Beautiful.

    • @billbelzek6748
      @billbelzek6748 5 лет назад +7

      Your words moved me to tears ---- just wanted you to know that

    • @martyolone6140
      @martyolone6140 4 года назад +3

      Well said and yes it is still painful as I try to read as much as possible about Neil and his wisdom often reading and watching the interviews over and over....tears, this stranger would be glad to be a long awaited friend ! RIP My , friend.....

    • @GEDDY37
      @GEDDY37 4 года назад +2

      @@martyolone6140 me too

    • @roland3438
      @roland3438 3 года назад +1

      thank you, so powerful words :(

  • @Itelkner
    @Itelkner 5 лет назад +40

    Monster drummer, great intellect, and warm human being. I think we're all feeling the loss pretty heavily.

  • @NH4Ukraine2
    @NH4Ukraine2 5 лет назад +69

    Every time I see this guy, I'm more impressed. What a class act.

    • @bishlap
      @bishlap 4 года назад

      I'll agree, but don't confuse diarrhea of the mouth for intellect.

    • @NH4Ukraine2
      @NH4Ukraine2 4 года назад

      TJ Thanks for the life advice, Chief.

    • @olgamartinez9144
      @olgamartinez9144 3 года назад +1

      @@bishlap I've had enough with you and your behavior, every comment I click on, is a comment where you distilled hate and disrespected the memory of this honorable man who never hurt anybody, just because, in your opinion, he is not the best drummer and he talks profusely. And no, this is not the matter of discussion, I don't mind that; but here, we rush fans come to remember Neil Peart with love and respect. These are the memories we have left from him on this earth, and you came, and, almost like it was your job, spitted insults and slurs on every other comment just to create disagreement and arise outrage. Please, have a little respect for the deceased and and be tolerant of other people's preferences, it takes that, and a bit more, to be a good human being.

    • @smacanga
      @smacanga 2 года назад

      @@bishlap Plain as day what diarrhea of the mouth is thanks to you TJ

  • @gulfgypsy
    @gulfgypsy 5 лет назад +89

    RIP Neil Peart
    Rock-n-Roll Heaven just welcomed another star.

  • @billhart9832
    @billhart9832 5 лет назад +33

    We have heard so often how Neil avoided the "Limelight" and gave very few interviews, here George you seem to have brought out to play the Neil we fans have all longed to see. It was an engaging interview. Neil was an extraordinary man, gifted in so many ways. We are fortunate he left us such a large body of work to enjoy and learn from. He is and will be deeply missed. RIP NEIL.

    • @Wookinpanub235
      @Wookinpanub235 Год назад +1

      George listened well and had perfect questions

  • @saxon6
    @saxon6 5 лет назад +159

    He has a very likable personality in addition to his talent.

    • @AdvertisingGiant
      @AdvertisingGiant 5 лет назад +1

      agree

    • @billbelzek6748
      @billbelzek6748 5 лет назад +4

      It's easy to see why Rush was seen as a "cerebral band" --- all three members are very intelligent

    • @rickr2029
      @rickr2029 5 лет назад +3

      @Larry Lee Amen to that. Neil makes for a fun as can be interview. He is so smart but doesn't overpower you with big words. He just sprinkles them in so slightly.
      Also, the interviewer got out of the way and allowed a great interview!

    • @tiefhals
      @tiefhals 4 года назад +2

      Strombo is a skilled interviewer. Look for his interview with Robert Plant and another Canadian music legend, Gordon Lightfoot.

    • @billbelzek6748
      @billbelzek6748 4 года назад +3

      I would love to see Strombo do one-hour interviews with every rock icon still alive --- he asks all the important questions and just sits back and LISTENS instead of interjecting all the time --- unlike Howard Stern who always interrupts people and asks retarded stuff like "what color panties does your wife wear?"

  • @stewarthills9344
    @stewarthills9344 8 лет назад +202

    He doesn't speak much, but what he says actually has worth. Very rare in today's world.

    • @mitch5699
      @mitch5699 5 лет назад +2

      "Rust In Peace"hands down the one best rock/metal album ever recorded.
      Period. Still unmatched today..🤘

    • @danielbentley7117
      @danielbentley7117 5 лет назад

      Yes he is very reticent!

  • @simonpennybernard-smith9744
    @simonpennybernard-smith9744 9 лет назад +42

    Never realised what a genuinely nice man Neil is....What a lovely person. He exudes warmth.

  • @REM1956
    @REM1956 5 лет назад +3

    As a guitarist, but not much of a prog rock guy, I never dove into the Rush rabbit hole. I admired Neil Peart for his individualism and unwillingness to be part of the "star" game. This is the first time I've ever heard him interviewed. I have to say my admiration has multiplied three fold. What a wonderful human being and, as noted by others, a fantastic conversationalist. I expected more of a guarded man of few words. Boy, was I wrong.

  • @jeffjastro
    @jeffjastro 2 года назад +2

    I'm a drummer - and he was my idol for decades. I have one of his sticks and his autograph ... I keep them well-protected. Early fan - I wore a RUSH shirt to school and people asked me "What is that for? Like a head rush?" I said, "No...they are a band - and likely you will learn about them soon." Thank you for sharing this interview.

  • @alphamaleking
    @alphamaleking 4 года назад +29

    As a teen I was fortunate to see Rush in Poughkeepsie, NY. Now at 60 years old I am still amazed spell bound by Rush's music. Time Stands Still

    • @aznsketcher
      @aznsketcher 3 года назад +1

      *POUGH-TOWN!!!!!!! WOOOOOH! GO PIONEERS!!!!*

    • @alphamaleking
      @alphamaleking 3 года назад +1

      @@aznsketcher RCK!

    • @marcuskeulertz5852
      @marcuskeulertz5852 3 года назад

      I saw them multiple times in SLC UT. Great memories in such a talented rock band.

  • @larrybaumer2754
    @larrybaumer2754 5 лет назад +45

    Shocked....
    R.I.P. Neil Peart.
    ❤ RUSH ❤ 4 life 💕

  • @skyrocketautomotive
    @skyrocketautomotive 4 года назад +14

    HUGE respect to this interviewer, great, natural conversationalist who seems genuinely interested, the prospect of interviewing Neil Peart must've been intimidating, as lovely a man as he was he was incredibly intelligent and probably didn't suffer your average mouthy vapid interviewer gladly, but he seems so relaxed in this interview and I put that in great part down to this interviewer, fair play!
    I'd loved to have met the professor and just shoot the shit with him, aside from his genius and the impact he had on my life, he just seemed like a fascinating guy to talk to!

  • @driftless7134
    @driftless7134 5 лет назад +12

    "Suddenly you were gone. All the lives you left your life upon..." Forever grateful to this man. Thank you for the memories, the catalog of work and being an all around great human being. My childhood hero; my professor!

  • @hibbasc1
    @hibbasc1 5 лет назад +8

    What’s not to love about this man? Simply the best drummer the world has seen AND such a well spoken, engaging and well rounded person. Nothing but admiration for you Neil.

  • @jeffpostlewaite7767
    @jeffpostlewaite7767 5 лет назад +27

    For a man so notoriously private, hey him talking about the music and he had a childlike enthusiasm about, not only his music, but about music in general. His loss is definitely felt throughout the music world. 😥

  • @kenanderson7877
    @kenanderson7877 5 лет назад +146

    RIP neil losing you hurts bad

    • @kenanderson7877
      @kenanderson7877 5 лет назад +6

      Piss off troll

    • @bishlap
      @bishlap 4 года назад

      @Joe Kinchicken THANK YOU Joe!!! I've been trying to say the same thing to these overgrown diaper wearers. The world didn't react this heartbroken after Hitler...

    • @bishlap
      @bishlap 4 года назад

      @@kenanderson7877 LoL He nailed you, Ken. Fess up, that shit hurt - LMAO!!!

  • @MisterMitchMM
    @MisterMitchMM 5 лет назад +56

    Godspeed Neil. May You Rest in Peace.

  • @melaniecole2365
    @melaniecole2365 5 лет назад +26

    OMG..in this house..this man is a legend. We are so very sad..he was truly the best of the best. The best drummer of our day or any day for that matter. He is the reason Clayton started drumming.
    Rest in peace dear man. Thanks so much for the wonderful family time we had as a result of you. All the hours spent together listening to your genius and watching your videos and discussing your technique
    A true mathematician of percussion...:o( Seriously one of the nicest rock gods ever! What a nice man

    • @williammcguckie9823
      @williammcguckie9823 5 лет назад

      I am glad he is gone

    • @MCB-ls6nw
      @MCB-ls6nw 5 лет назад

      @@williammcguckie9823 you are a shit bag

    • @drummerboy0620
      @drummerboy0620 4 года назад

      William Mcguckie wow. You’re a literal piece of shit. It’s sad how stupid your comment is

  • @movingforwardman3186
    @movingforwardman3186 3 года назад +26

    Neil was not only the best drummer ever, but he was an amazing human being. Regardless of how his life touched us, we are all better for it. RIP Neil

  • @Bradyvilleboy
    @Bradyvilleboy 5 лет назад +142

    This has really hit me hard. Seriously, I'm in a terrible funk over the loss of this man.

    • @lgd1974
      @lgd1974 5 лет назад +7

      Lots of us are in tears. You're not alone friend.

    • @annettereynolds1995
      @annettereynolds1995 5 лет назад +5

      I've been crying for days. I'm utterly heartbroken...

    • @juliancarsini6048
      @juliancarsini6048 5 лет назад +1

      @Emmett Temple Dickhead of the year goes to Emmett Temple, & we're only 18 days into 2020! Congratulations Emmett.

    • @Bradyvilleboy
      @Bradyvilleboy 4 года назад +1

      @@billbelzek6748 agreed.

    • @Bradyvilleboy
      @Bradyvilleboy 4 года назад +6

      @Emmett Temple I loved John Lennon too. But he was an asshole to people. He cheated on his wife multiple times and laughed about it.
      Neil was the consummate gentleman and scholar. You should pray to have his character.

  • @anotherplanet5828
    @anotherplanet5828 5 лет назад +55

    RIP, Professor. I am one of his biggest female fans. Saw them almost every tour since Moving Pics. I am gutted at this loss. 💔 Hugs to all Rush fans. “We’re only immortal for a limited time.”

    • @billbelzek6748
      @billbelzek6748 5 лет назад +6

      There are a lot of female Rush fans out there --- kinda dispels the myth of them being a nerd band for boys

    • @johnhancock9249
      @johnhancock9249 5 лет назад +1

      Kelly Lewellyn he’s is why I’m a drummer today. When I got the news my heart had a burning sensation come upon it. Been pretty somber and have a big emptiness inside. The reality of his loss has been tough. I just keep watching Rush videos. I love and miss Neil. The greatest drummer and my inspiration to play drums. God bless you and RIP my friend Neil Peart....

    • @beenkissedgoodnight
      @beenkissedgoodnight 4 года назад +1

      When I heard Neil was gone, I felt a shadow cross my heart🖤

    • @beenkissedgoodnight
      @beenkissedgoodnight 4 года назад

      Neil Peart’s immortality is assured in his lyrical poetry. Generations to come will listen to Rush and love them as we have. Rest easy, Neil

    • @kaminandamusic253
      @kaminandamusic253 4 года назад

      "Four in the mezzanine and three in the front row! A new record!" he he

  • @markwatson1619
    @markwatson1619 5 лет назад +13

    Neil was the Man...unmatched behind his drum kit. His lyrical talent was amazing. This is a man who rebuilt his life after losing his family...this took tremendous courage. We are fortunate to have experienced his great talent. He left us way too soon and will be missed. His work is done here and now he can rest. His music allowed us all to enjoy life more because of him. A legacy very well earned.

  • @jamesmandas639
    @jamesmandas639 5 лет назад +13

    Such an amazing human being. We need far more Neil Pearts in our world.

  • @patcampion716
    @patcampion716 2 года назад +1

    Thanks George. Getting a guest like Neil Peart to be on the show is priceless. And such a great interview from the best drummer in the history of drummers. If JB and Moon were alive today, I am sure they both would have said the same.

  • @andrewsmith5730
    @andrewsmith5730 5 лет назад +28

    A pure and beautiful human.....
    He will live in my ears...forever!

  • @todds79jag
    @todds79jag 10 лет назад +90

    Sheezus... Never mind getting chills from listening to his awesome drum work,, i was getting chills from his intelligence and interesting stories.... What an incredible human being

    • @nicholaswilkinson6126
      @nicholaswilkinson6126 5 лет назад

      Just comes to show how and why he was the band's lyricist instead of Geddy Lee!

  • @LilyAmongThorns
    @LilyAmongThorns 5 лет назад +167

    RIP Neil I regret we never were able to catch Rush in concert 😢

    • @markpalavosvrahotes5575
      @markpalavosvrahotes5575 5 лет назад +2

      Do you think they will reunite and hire a new drummer?

    • @LilyAmongThorns
      @LilyAmongThorns 5 лет назад

      Mark Vrahotes in my dreams! But realistically no, Geddy or Alex might work with other artists from time to time, hope my hubby and I are fortunate enough to see them perform before it is really too late to see any of them play...we went to Ottawa for Canada’s 150th and were hoping they would make an appearance there but no such luck 😢

    • @markpalavosvrahotes5575
      @markpalavosvrahotes5575 5 лет назад +1

      Thanks Susana. Youre probably right. This is so sad.

    • @9jamesde
      @9jamesde 5 лет назад +5

      Geddy has been very clear on that Rush isn't playing anymore before Neil died, there are some videos of him beeing very clear on the subject

    • @jpoorr9973
      @jpoorr9973 5 лет назад +3

      @@9jamesde Maybe a tribute concert with different artist playing. And hopefully geddy and alex maybe with dave on drums for a song or two. I would love to see that. But i highly doubt it. I can just hope something like that happens eventually. He deffenitly deserves it🙏

  • @skiplawson9252
    @skiplawson9252 3 года назад +4

    Fantastic interview. This is the first time I have seen Neil in interview. Great guy and the best rock drummer...EVER !!!

  • @foxriverpwc4723
    @foxriverpwc4723 4 года назад +2

    My favorite Neil interview.
    So foretelling. Crazy how he genuinely rejoices making it to 58, but now we all know 68, sadly, wasn't in the "bones". Also interesting how clearly he recognizes that he and his band mates are truly in their prime at this moment. As one of many Rush fans who has seen many tours since the 80s, and knowing this interview was during or shortly after Time Machine, you can't help but recognize that Rush truly was very "prime" in 2010/2011, and that they truly went out on high note in 2015 (while quite effectively masking much physical pain that comes with age and giving your everything to your fans for 4+ decades). Anyhow, you just can't help but admire and love Neil's ability to display incredibly accurate self-awareness and beautiful modesty all at the same time. With SO much going on in that huge brain of his, you'd think he'd slip up from time to time, and you'd be happy to forgive him, but no need with Neil - just the most cordial and regular guy, who just happens to be a genius, that you could ever meet. Truly a life more than worthy of celebrating into eternity.

  • @roman14032
    @roman14032 10 лет назад +102

    this man, in the seventies, singlehandedly made being smart cool

    • @jeffreylorien6687
      @jeffreylorien6687 5 лет назад +5

      We need more people like Neil. Now it's cool to be ignorant.

    • @kevinstruke1031
      @kevinstruke1031 3 года назад

      It's never been cool to be smart in the US.

    • @dadoodfrumcheers.
      @dadoodfrumcheers. 3 года назад

      @@kevinstruke1031 where u from kevin?

    • @kevinstruke1031
      @kevinstruke1031 3 года назад

      @@dadoodfrumcheers. I'm a proud Canuck.😊✌

    • @dadoodfrumcheers.
      @dadoodfrumcheers. 3 года назад

      @@kevinstruke1031 ah ok that makes sense

  • @bifftop_johnny
    @bifftop_johnny 10 лет назад +31

    Such an amazing interview. Neil is so humble and so well spoken and it's a shame he doesn't do more interviews, because he's such an interesting guy and I would love to hear more from him.

  • @paulnjoo
    @paulnjoo 5 лет назад +7

    My favourite drummer from one of my favourite bands, I first saw Rush in 1980 on the Exit Stage Left tour and have seen them many times over the years. What a great man he is, sadly I hear he cannot perform any longer due to physical problems so I don't think we will ever get to see Rush perform live again as just like Led Zeppelin how could anyone fill Neil's shoes?
    Thanks for posting the video, I'm off to listen to 2112 now!!!!

    • @prickyX
      @prickyX 5 лет назад

      I saw the 2112 tour when the LP first came out, his drumming was stellar! He inspired me to expand my drumkit to include more percussion sounds.
      The unfortunate problem in aging is that your body just cant do what it used to do. Sitting on a drum stool is not a natural thing when when you have four limbs moving constantly and twisting your body to reach drums and cymbals over distance.

    • @theflyingscotsman9902
      @theflyingscotsman9902 5 лет назад +1

      Great example :
      Carl Palmer is still touring and started years before Neil did !
      Neil just lost the desire to play .
      Too bad , he was Canadian and pretty good .

    • @paulnjoo
      @paulnjoo 5 лет назад

      @@theflyingscotsman9902
      Neil hasn't lost the desire to play any longer he's stopped playing drums because he has chronic tendonitis.

  • @steveray8124
    @steveray8124 4 года назад +1

    Feel so blessed to be able to understand the complexity the beauty of their work able to see them on several occasions. You are so deeply missed by so many.

  • @Jeff-rh8mq
    @Jeff-rh8mq 5 лет назад +8

    as a Canadian first and a drummer second [heavily influenced by NP] , it is hard to imagine a more genuine and influential human being than Neil Peart.... in so many ways, if you don't know anything about the man or don't like rush.... you have to appreciate the man.............the world needs more people like Neil Peart!

  • @ricaard
    @ricaard 5 лет назад +10

    Thanks for saying his name correctly!! Rest in Peace...

  • @salvatoredebella4502
    @salvatoredebella4502 5 лет назад +30

    Rest well my brother. RIP Neil Peart

  • @buzbom1
    @buzbom1 5 лет назад +22

    R.I.P My hero....thank you for making me drum better all these years. 😔😖😫
    Love and prayers to your two brothers in arms......Alex and Geddy.

    • @sergeantx1
      @sergeantx1 5 лет назад +1

      While Neil never helped me drum better...I like to think he made me live better.

  • @NunzioRaso
    @NunzioRaso 5 лет назад +4

    Neil Peart may be the most influential drummer of all time. I know many will argue the point, but that guy changed the way thousands of musicians and drummers approached music and drumming. Yes, Moon, Bonham, and many others had influence, but for me Peart's style transcended anything before that era. He was a new precedent that thousands aspired to, self included.

  • @ohg2070
    @ohg2070 3 года назад +3

    I can't watch videos with him in them without tearing up. The guy grew up very near where I did, and I even know guys from highschool with the same last name! Neil was/is/will always be a legend! I will have my 'Rush moments' until I have no more moments left. Love to all that love Neil and R.I.P. genius!

  • @TheMadArab138
    @TheMadArab138 10 лет назад +41

    "Having a sense of humor, if you share that, you share a bond and I'm sure this is true for any relationship that anyone might have... If you share a sense of humor, there's a really good start to your relationship." = GOLD

    • @braulio5823
      @braulio5823 6 лет назад +2

      I actually just wrote that down on my journal

  • @thee4thdoctor
    @thee4thdoctor 5 лет назад +23

    Neil wouldn't like the tears...it wasn't his way, but dammit Neil I'm still fighting them back anyway, I love you, and will never forget you. One of the greatest drummers of alltime. Rest in Peace.

  • @JW-zs1pz
    @JW-zs1pz 5 лет назад +4

    Thank you Neil for doing the interview. I have seen you guys 3 times and you won me over ever time with Alex and Geddy! Take care Neil, we love you and thanks for all the great music.

  • @garylagstrom3864
    @garylagstrom3864 Год назад +3

    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

  • @timothyshrout2076
    @timothyshrout2076 4 года назад +2

    Tearing up as I'm re-watching this. So blessed by my fan "relationship" with Rush. The Professor is very missed. Thrilled he mentioned my Kansas City and its terrific Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Amazing that being the more "private" member of the band, he is absolutely the BEST interview.

  • @RyanSan89
    @RyanSan89 5 лет назад +30

    RIP Neil. You're be greatly missed.

  • @Sc-tch
    @Sc-tch 5 лет назад +25

    This is how I'd like to remember Neil Peart, the genius giant of percussion. If there is a heaven, he is reunited with his family. RIP

    • @robonbass6864
      @robonbass6864 5 лет назад +3

      There is and he is there... ♥️

    • @resisttrump4467
      @resisttrump4467 4 года назад +1

      Neil is a gentleman, a genius, a most wonderful example of a family man, a hero of a drummer and lyricist and writer. God bless you Neil. ❤️

  • @stigstench5143
    @stigstench5143 5 лет назад +15

    R.I.P NEAL PEART 💔🥁 THE GREATEST OF ALLTIME...Thank you Sir.

  • @RandomBrother3
    @RandomBrother3 3 года назад +4

    This guy has so much integrity. So intelligent, well spoken, kind hearted, skilled, humble, and the list goes on. My utmost respect for you sir. You are an inspiration not only to drummers but to everyone because of the great person you were. We could all learn from your example. The world is a better place because of your influence. Rest In Peace Neil

    • @9ckr716
      @9ckr716 2 года назад

      Well said, although simply put! I think if we all put a little more effort into treating each other with intrigue and compassion that it would be a great way to honor the Professor and all the great things he was willing to share with people. Rest in Peace Neil Peart

  • @jameskeyes1131
    @jameskeyes1131 3 года назад +3

    It isn't just the drumming, it's that amazing brain of his that was the best. I've seen many interviews with him and they were all brilliant. This is a very good interview and he shows his great sense of humor and his massive intelligence. What a loss when he died. Not just a great musician, but a great, smart, kind, funny man.

  • @gregwil6930
    @gregwil6930 5 лет назад +20

    RIP Neil “Professor” Peart...absolutely the best in “All the Worlds A Stage”
    Baton Rouge 6-4-82, Signals Tour, saw it with Clint, Terry and Kenny.

  • @thebishopslive
    @thebishopslive 10 лет назад +8

    One of the best interviews ever. What a gracious and intelligent guy! What a group!

  • @garzajohn3
    @garzajohn3 5 лет назад +16

    The Professor on drums ...and probably life on how intelligent he was . RIP GREAT SIR!

  • @jackkilman8726
    @jackkilman8726 5 лет назад +12

    Neil is one public figure that I would have loved to just sit down and have a normal conversation with. He was such an interesting person.

  • @BrentWH
    @BrentWH 4 года назад +1

    We are all better people for having heard Neal Peart in our lifetime. On top of his other-worldly percussion skills, he is blessed with an incredible speaking voice and intellect. Kudos also to the interviewer. He seemed to actually listen and ask honest questions, while letting Mr. Peart be the center of attention. RIP good man.

  • @bearmare3423
    @bearmare3423 9 лет назад +31

    Every time I hear Peart interviewed, the more stupid I feel. I could listen to him talk for days and never get tired of listening to him. Why doesn't he have a podcast is beyond me.

  • @TheSighphiguy
    @TheSighphiguy 9 лет назад +14

    so few people in todays entertainment industry deserve the title of "idol", much less "role model".
    yet here is a man in a band where ALL 3 of them deserve BOTH titles, but would all humbly refuse to be described as either.
    RUSH is a class act through and through, and everyone would be a better person for trying to emulate them. if not musically, at least spiritually.
    Rock on gentlemen! your place in history is well deserved!

  • @joeohhboy5384
    @joeohhboy5384 10 лет назад +8

    So cool to see first not only a drummer god interviewed. But a man who is so worldly and intelligent. Neil not only is my idol as a drummer. but seems to be such a genuine man. Thank you.

  • @DrRestezi
    @DrRestezi 5 лет назад +8

    This man had so many dimensions. A true Renaissance man, he passed way too soon.

  • @MrJohnECanuck
    @MrJohnECanuck 5 лет назад +9

    Just listened to RUSH - Losing It. Absolute, sheer, brilliance.

  • @stickbender2742
    @stickbender2742 8 лет назад +5

    Hats off to the host in this, for being so gracious with a legend who doesn't normally wish to speak.

  • @oliver4941
    @oliver4941 5 лет назад +11

    Neil Peart RIP - the first rock band I ever saw, and the best. RUSH.❤️✨❤️

  • @liamfranklin4028
    @liamfranklin4028 5 лет назад +5

    Watching this in a coffee shop and struggling to contain my emotions. So so sad. Aside from his (legendary) musical ability he was just an incredible, intelligent, articulate, genuine human being. I was lucky to catch them on numerous UK tours and his talent never failed to astound. RIP Neil

  • @carloflorez8697
    @carloflorez8697 3 года назад +1

    The Proffesor always gave the most interesting interviews. But most of all gave us the greatest lyrics n drumming ! R.I.P Neil Peart. You are truly missed by us fans. Long Beach Arena, 1983. February. Signals tour. Unforgettable. Thank you..🙏

  • @joseflores-mz2rl
    @joseflores-mz2rl 5 лет назад +1

    Neil Peart was a big influence in me growing up. I looked up to him as a drummer and never saw any interviews of him but wow. He is such a good conversationalist and so bright! Im so sad he passed away. My condolences to his family, and friends. He was a great man!

  • @kyledecell554
    @kyledecell554 5 лет назад +8

    What an amazing dialogue from an amazing man. RIP Neil Peart

  • @chrisdelahunty1983
    @chrisdelahunty1983 5 лет назад +7

    RIP Neil. You will be missed. Thank you for years of excellent, beautiful music.

  • @richardpine8011
    @richardpine8011 8 лет назад +16

    It's unusual to find a musician that's such a talented orator and wordsmith. He's someone that'd be great to have dinner with.

  • @MysticRhythms87
    @MysticRhythms87 4 года назад +1

    Any interview with the great Neil Peart will earn a like from me. He's always been so graceful, calm and even humorous when the situation calls for it.
    We'll forever miss you, Neil.

  • @sickerman88
    @sickerman88 4 года назад +1

    the news of Neil's passing shredded my heart and I have not been able to go a day without thinking of him as a person, a musician and an inspiration. His loss will always will always be felt by those who respect and love him

  • @derekgrier1624
    @derekgrier1624 5 лет назад +5

    So sad to hear Neil has passed away too young
    Thank you for inspiring a teenage boy to take up drums and for giving me so much listening pleasure and excitement with your truly gifted and innovative drumming.
    I eventually grew out of listening to Rush and broadened my musical horizons but I will never forget what your drumming meant to me at the start of that journey and how it developed a love of music
    Condolences to Neil's family but what a wonderful life to celebrate

  • @jeffthrow6892
    @jeffthrow6892 5 лет назад +6

    I'm really glad I watched this. It only brings even more respect & admiration for him. R.I.P. --Neil.....

  • @prettynoose8497
    @prettynoose8497 9 лет назад +312

    Two things from Toronto; Drake and Rush.
    Well, in 30 more years; they will still be saying Rush!

    • @burnedbeans4170
      @burnedbeans4170 8 лет назад +3

      +Kim Cornell Agreed.

    • @KreaperSlayer
      @KreaperSlayer 8 лет назад

      +Yamin Rashid that's what my art teacher said if someone walked in late. "Hey, look at that special snowflake." and he even had a paper cut out snowflake above the door.

    • @rszilvarn
      @rszilvarn 7 лет назад +28

      don't use Drake and Neil in the same sentence...it's an insult to a real musician and Icon.

    • @prettynoose8497
      @prettynoose8497 7 лет назад

      girl Number 33 I think I am in love with you💘

    • @rszilvarn
      @rszilvarn 7 лет назад +1

      Kim- I love you too sister!

  • @Thedesertguy75
    @Thedesertguy75 5 лет назад +3

    The GOAT of drumming and articulation....So lacking in so many musical genres today...RIP Neil, you are beyond the lighted legend!

  • @lunicola
    @lunicola 3 года назад +2

    i grew up in Pt.Dalhousie.. same age..same time period.. went to same
    school with Neil..followed him around in the local bands he was in(The
    Majority,Jr Flood Doc Savage,Starlord etc).. and later on became a drummer myself
    and we were both drummers in different bands ( but known to each
    other).. hung out some at Tasty Treat..downing burgers and cokes and
    talking music for hours on end...Neil then in 1974 got in with Starlord (local
    band) and THEN quit to go to Toronto to get in with some band called
    "Rush"..a friend replaced him in 1975.. and i replaced the friend for a short
    period when he broke his arm... as i did also replace Neil in Doc Savage when he
    left them too in 1969... and later in 1973,i replaced him in an act called
    Westfauster .... seemed as if i was constantly following him when he
    left something... BUT.. i knew the man.. and hold dear ALL those
    memories....because sometimes, fond memories is ALL that remains.. and the only things that last as time keeps slipping through our fingers.. as well as those who are gone.. and those who remain

  • @NitroRCNerds
    @NitroRCNerds 9 лет назад +37

    I'm one of these 40 year fans (not 40 year old, but 40 year FAN) from TO, and frankly the Internet has been a wet dream for Rush fans. I remember fist fights in school as to how his last name is pronounced, and this is Downsview (down the road from Willowdale...so i guess I'm trying to say it never gets old seeing these guys interviewed. Props to the interviewer here...he's a fan and did his homework. Neal's an easy interview, but his first question about motorcycles flattered Neal. By the way, who (or what) is "Drake"? I've been out of TO for some time, and didn't hear of "Drakes" before. Finally,. Bonham and Moon. Pfffft. Neal is showing respect to his heroes but they could not carry his high hat.

    • @mdwarrior2112
      @mdwarrior2112 8 лет назад +2

      It's Neil :)

    • @Unhinged933
      @Unhinged933 5 лет назад

      Danny Carey is better than all 3

    • @alwaysopen7970
      @alwaysopen7970 5 лет назад

      Willowdale is where the 3 travelers came from in the tune "The Necromancer" from Caress of Steel. Yeah, I am an old time RUSH fan. I go all the way back to the 1st LP. I first saw them touring with KISS in 75.

    • @theflyingscotsman9902
      @theflyingscotsman9902 5 лет назад

      From Toronto too ! Rush was a good trio rock band but never drew fans like ELP did !
      Eg : Olympic Stadium , 2 sold out concerts with 78,000 fans each night !
      Carl Palmer still tours and is years older than our Neil and played full time at 16 yrs of age .
      Wish Neil loved to play that much !

  • @mattr.9250
    @mattr.9250 5 лет назад +32

    Talking about how Keith Moon was what a artist he was Rest in Peace Neil Pert you were the best Rock Drummer ever!!!

    • @catrap7224
      @catrap7224 5 лет назад +1

      I remember Neil from Lakeport High School....sang in the choir ..super nice fella..RIP

  • @kaohsiung99
    @kaohsiung99 5 лет назад +22

    As a young teenager, I remember Neil Peart saying on the radio: "This is Neil Peart from Rush, with a Rush Triple Shot on Q102." Then, they would play 3 Rush songs in a row. (That was a radio station in Dallas, Texas.)

    • @Weshopwizard
      @Weshopwizard 5 лет назад +2

      Q102 was an amazing station.

    • @MrWhitmire
      @MrWhitmire 5 лет назад +2

      M C Taylor Texas’ Best Rock!

    • @Symplegades
      @Symplegades 5 лет назад +2

      Wow, now *that* takes me back to high school...good ol' Redbeard and Triple Shot Thursdays. Back when 94.5 The Edge was still really alternative and the radio stations you listened to were as much tribal signifiers as the clothes you wore. (Remember Y95 and 97.1 The Eagle when it was still a top 40 station? )

    • @kaohsiung99
      @kaohsiung99 5 лет назад +2

      @@Symplegades Radio was king back in those days! I grew up in a small town about 2 hours away from Dallas. Every time we went to the DFW Metroplex, I brought my 'jambox' and blank cassette tapes so I could record from FM radio. I wish I still had those tapes! You didn't mention 98.1 KZEW The Zoo. Are they back on the air? I live in TN now.

    • @jeffreywhitmire6652
      @jeffreywhitmire6652 5 лет назад +2

      @@Symplegades , I listened to Q102 and even had their sticker on my El Camino, but I was a "Zoo" guy. KZEW all the way.

  • @debbiebeam3194
    @debbiebeam3194 Год назад +2

    So glad he was able to follow all his passion so sorry that we lost this wonderful beautiful man left this world to soon. One of the most talented drummers forever and always RIP Neil

  • @squirrelattackspidy
    @squirrelattackspidy 4 года назад +3

    I was just watching Limelight before this. Looked like he was in his mid 20's. I was a drummer in my teens and early 20's and he was the gold standard on what drummer's aspired to play like. He was the best drummer of my generation. God I miss this guy.

  • @rockhard2654
    @rockhard2654 10 лет назад +55

    well, look, hes neil peart
    every, heavy metal high school kid in the world knew he was a genius by 1977.