British guitarist reacts to Rush's masterclass in ability, subtlety and dynamics

This one was requested a lot so here it is! It's Rush with La Villa Strangiato, some great use of dynamics here.
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[@tylerhaas6]

For those who don’t know. In this video, he smashed his left ring finger a few days before. All blue and purple, looks like the nail is close to falling off. Mad respect for Lifeson.

[@stuminnis4050]

I'm a Rush fan, but not a Rush megafan. I only saw them live once, but really enjoyed it. So, with that note of moderation, I can honestly say that I find the guitar solo on La Villa Strangiato to be perhaps the single greatest guitar solo ever. It. speaks. to. me.

[@qtrhors1]

Keep in mind this is late 70’s tech....no digital....no computer aided tuning. Playing sounds with their feet also. Never again will there be a band like this. I bought the album this song came on... actually I had it on cassette in 1978. Was 18

[@mightyV444]

Yeah, playing sounds with their feet especially at the beginning of *this* piece (which unfortunately is missing in this particular live video, though).

[@michaellomax2]

'La Villa Strangiato' from 'Hemispheres' album. Superb.

[@kevinmurphy65]

Dude this is considered by many musicians as one of the best solo's ever...

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@TheSimonScowl]

Quite possibly, my personal fav.

[@Bladnoch15]

For me, been playing for 25yrs now, it is the best solo ever. The composition is so incredible, so is so many things going on, it has everything that makes a solo great. It doesn't miss an element.

[@winstonlane708]

🎸🐐

[@JoSeeFuss]

This can be said by almost any of their solos. This band are all musicians, musicians.

[@PickettMusic]

Lifeson...my favorite guitarist of all time. He's covered so much ground seamlessly over 42 years. Amazing player.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Amen!

[@Coyotethumper5]

Not only are they great musicians they are great humans they haven’t let fame and stardom go to their head.

[@avlisk]

It's 2023, I've known about Rush for 40 years but never could get into the music. It was actually their interviews, dinner conversations, motor cycle rides, and "blah, blah, blah" videos on KZbin, not the music, that got me thinking they were really cool to hang out with. It's been a tough road for me, but I'm finally "getting" the music. I'm starting to think they are in a musical universe all to themselves and everyone else is just looking in with wonder and admiration.

[@MrToddKa]

"What can this strange device be, when I touch it, it gives forth a sound." It's an Alex Lifeson thigamajig.

[@mycroft16]

As a pianist, I absolutely appreciate the dynamics of their playing. It's about being interesting, highlighting certain notes over others, creating mood and emotion. It isn't just about bashing notes out. They use dynamics to tell an emotional story. Truly, masters of their craft.

[@dedalus6982]

30+ years continues listening to Rush and I’ve never gotten tired of it. Quality across the board. And being a bassist Geddy is a superhero to me.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Yeah Geddy was awesome, and not just on bass alone!

[@markparker5585]

Every time I listen to this song on the album, and it gets to that high bend (around 2:35 on this video) I can’t help but close my eyes. It’s got so much feeling that it’s almost as if my brain wants to make sure my ears get its full attention :)

[@lvgelfling72]

I'm late to this video but could not agree with more. It's really a perfect explanation of what my brain tells my ears to do here also. The build up (crescendo) from Neil and Geddy in this part gives me chills. Lol. Love

[@taonakaz]

The best way to listen Rush(and other prog band) is with you closed your eyes than let your mind do the work.

[@MrClassicmetal]

Geddy is a beast. I love the way he plays the bass guitar.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Yeah they're all excellent musicians in their own right.

[@garyclark9185]

geddy doesn't just play the bass he attacks the bass.

[@MrClassicmetal]

@@garyclark9185 He does, actually. There are multiple videos explaining how to get Lee's much-coveted sound. And apart from the gear it also takes a heavy handed approach, because he really manhandles that bass.

[@Naniamania3]

Legends! Independently great musicians who know how to play for the song yet soar on their own. Same 3 guys for decades who genuinely enjoyed working together and created great music on their own terms. There was nothing like Rush and never will be anything like them again. Thank you for doing this!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Amen! No problem!

[@Naniamania3]

Would love to see you react to Capillarian Crest by Mastodon. Cheers!

[@steveakeman8371]

well said.

[@tommyzep7401]

A band for the ages. Thank you, Canada!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Amen!

[@bradboy1975]

Tommy Zep you are welcome! YOU might want to take a listen to one of our latest exports: a young bloke named Justin Bieber! Just one thing. If you do give him a listen... you have to let him immigrate to your country!

[@tommyzep7401]

That is hilarious! But on behalf of the United States, I must respectfully decline.

[@bradboy1975]

Tommy Zep sorry friend... I believe he has moved to Florida... and with the tariffs the orange Muppet is putting on exports, we cannot afford to take him back.

[@tommyzep7401]

That is unfortunate. Tell you what I'll trade you the Orange Muppet for Trudeau, and do what I can to get April Wine in The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. All kidding aside, April Wine rocks.. Had the honor of visiting Alberta 15 years ago and freaking loved it.

[@maskandvaccinefreeandproud2110]

I was always more of a country boy growing up but being Canadian, I have always been so proud of Rush and their extensive achievements. Whether you rock to their music or not, nobody will ever say that they weren’t one of the classiest and most talented rock groups who ever graced a stage! Not nobody. God bless Rush ❤️🇨🇦

[@LeeHutchingsdrumsUK]

Rush is​ incredible. One of the best. No doubt.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Amen!

[@kentmains7763]

Love Alex's playing, he could do whatever the music needed of him.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Definitely!

[@Tedrins]

This song is a masterpiece! As a Canadian, I'm a bit biased but Rush are royalty in my country. Their music never grows old and I still love them to this day.

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@michaellomax2]

One of my favourite pieces. Lifeson is a brilliant player. RUSH were phenomenal. Sad Peart died. Such a tight band. They sounded more than a trio. They're in my top 5 bands.

[@JeremiahAlphonsus]

Excellent analysis! Alex has that thing guitarists would kill for: a truly unique style.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Yep!

[@orcman8296]

NEVER, EVER skip through a Rush song boy!!!!!!!!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

😂

[@azabuvsobelo5687]

exactly... I heard that and knew he missed the point entirely

[@xanderdaniels8284]

Skipped the bass solo😢

[@richardkey4289]

Orc Man ha ha ha you said it; Rush is musical food for the brain

[@mattrussell8654]

What's a Rush song boy?

[@traceyb9443]

I have seen Rush live and shall be forever grateful! Such a privilege!

[@andyharman3022]

I listened to and loved Alex's "Lerxst In Wonderland" guitar solo for 43 years before I realized it was in 7/4 time. Yeah, jazz players do that a lot, but who does that in rock? This is why Rush is so awesome. They were able to do extraordinary things and do them so smoothly that you didn't realize how extraordinary they were. You have to pay attention to find all of the golden nuggets in their music.

[@lantzkeefer8674]

I'm so glad you did Rush.If i would have counted the hours that i listened to a particular artist Rush would be in my top three.They were a part of me growing up and since they have been together for 40plus years they are still with me,and will be always. Thxs for the link Fil☆

[@wingsofpegasus]

No problem!

[@EGlideKid]

Sounds like your life growing up with Rush was very similar to mine, finding them when I was in high school, and now I'm 60 and still a huge fan.

[@rhondaweber5638]

Same

[@lesgl]

Rush = Masters of dynamics..Canada's finest

[@wingsofpegasus]

Amen!

[@jimjam1719]

imo- rush is the perfect balance of melody and technical.

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@digitalman64]

Phil, Rush is clearly so good, so I won't bother with adding to their glory. Your analysis was so thorough and eloquent unlike anything I've watched yet, coming from a musician yourself. It helped me understand what has drawn me to Rush's music for the past 38 years. Thanks Phil.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks Sam, no problem!

[@paulsimmons5726]

I began listening to Rush back in high school around the time they released "A Farewell to Kings". They were a perfect blend of Yes, Zeppelin, and Cream... I saw them every tour through "Moving Pictures". Rush was tighter every year and yet able to throw little things in the mix, off the cuff, to keep your full attention even when you thought you knew exactly what was coming around the corner next! Great example of constant innovation!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Amen!

[@IntombiPictures1]

Rush is sooooo gooooood - Yowzer !! I must have been living under a rock, what a discovery, thanks.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Amen!

[@grovercg]

Welcome to the club...you have a lot of fun catching up to do!!!

[@IntombiPictures1]

Dude - apparently so. This band is killer. I learnt too that the drummer has been to hell and back and still has a good vibe. Stoked to learn of a real rip roaring rock band that has the goods.

[@roberthuttle]

If you like Rush, try the "show of hands" album. Live edit. It's my favorite barely ahead of 2112

[@generosen999]

Welcome to a lifetime of beautiful music

[@MrVvulf]

I first found Rush when I was 15 and Permanent Waves was new. What an amazing ride they've taken me on over the years. The highlight of many concerts was the Presto tour at a tiny venue (6500 capacity) in Greenville, SC. That much power in such a small auditorium blew my mind.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Awesome!

[@mikesoutsourceandcarpentry4317]

You took the whole "build up" out of that song. Needs to be heard in single entirety . the build up , that song will melt you the way he plays it

[@Frank09161966]

Nice to see a little recognition for Rush I feel they are definitely one of the most underrated bands. Thanks and awesome vid as usual keep up the great work.

[@wingsofpegasus]

No problem!

[@MrClassicmetal]

Underrated by the mainstream perhaps. Not by those who know a bit about music nor their peers.

[@GoldTop57]

Hemispheres is my favorite Rush album. Remarkable instrumental showing on that record

[@mtrask3970]

Whats more fun to watch, the Rush vid or this dudes face while he digs Rush??

[@wingsofpegasus]

😂

[@NH2112]

Everyone has that same goofy smile when watching Rush. They’re so good you could watch with the sound off and enjoy it just as much.

[@Frip36]

@@NH2112 Actually I fall asleep through most of their stuff.

[@lindapryor3747]

Captain Sunday Narcolepsy?

[@wadehersey709]

Rumor has it that someone once asked Eddie Van Halen what it was like being the best guitar player in the world. He apparently said you would have to ask Alex Lifeson.

[@SnowDogisVictorious]

I like the sentiment, but Van Halen never said that. Spend a little time searching this expression and you'll find that many other names have been substituted for Van Halen and Lifeson.

[@pitpride1220]

​@@SnowDogisVictoriousCorrect

[@kellyp9438]

On my top 10 solos of all time Subtle then crescendo and then drop into that sweet staccato rhythm...genius...such skill!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Amen!

[@rkkotilley358]

Rush will be heard forever...thanks for your insight , really enjoy your vids

[@wingsofpegasus]

Amen! Thanks!

[@Guardducks]

Rush is a very technical band and looks like they had been growing that hair since high school.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Haha quite possibly!

[@robertburke784]

What a fantastic, original band! Got to see them 3-4 times including at a high school gym with Kiss on their Fly by night tour in the late 70's. One of the best rock bands in history.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool!

[@hinjurock]

KISS and Rush - two bands that couldn't be more opposite, in both music and image.

[@yolazerbeam3205]

Is it just me or why is it everytime I hear Rush I feel like I'm in a spaceship in deep outer space on some wild ride. Really special stuff

[@wingsofpegasus]

😂👍

[@WakefieldTolbert]

They ARE intergalactic. When I hear them, I feel that the speed of light barrier has been conquered, and I'm in-between realms of space and time.

[@guillermo3564]

@Yo Lazerbeam wheeling through the galaxy in the Rocinante, headlong into mystery .

[@mightyV444]

Yes! And it's especially during the 'shredding' part of this guitar solo and thanks to the synth's sounds in the background that the atmosphere feels like flying through space :-)

[@tonybmw5785]

Rush, best band ever! Not that I am in the slightest bit biased... Honest!

[@wingsofpegasus]

😂

[@theonlyredspecial]

All great musicians but their ability to write catchy songs too was remarkable. One of the best progressive rock bands of all time. Dream theatre are great too but rush songs are stronger overall.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Yeah they were great musicians individually, collectively even better.

[@wolfielee6142]

Right you are my friend! You can thank the Drummer, Neil Peart for the great lyrics/poetry/story-telling. Wrote nearly, or, every song since his debut on the second album, Fly By Night.

[@craigroberts1670]

That's the bottom line, right? Having great songs is paramount to pulling off a great instrumental like this. And this is only a small sample of what Rush are all about. They did admit that Hemispheres was the most technically challenging album to record. Its so cool that they had one side be their great exploration of long soundscapes and thinking man's lyrical genius from Mr. Peart. Then they do the other three songs with a slightly more compact power trio style but both sides equally brilliant and still leaving room for an amazing instrumental. In fact, Rush are also the best instrumental players in progressive rock. They have not one but what, four or five I think and a few Grammy Award winners too?? They have never compromised their ability to have full artistic control over what they decide to do from one album to the next. They know the level of power performance their fans have come to respect but also when they take some risks like they did with Power Windows and Signals, my two favorite 80s snyth keyboard driven releases. How many other bands are as timeless and relevant as Rush?

[@gregorywills2231]

That, in my opinion, is Rush at the top of their game. Incredible musicians.

[@DoktorDamage]

Found your "Alex Lifeson" discussion thingy. Alex is very innovative, always has been and is a huge inspiration on me as a guitarist.

[@sydnick6696]

Most people do not realize that RUSH puts out this great sound with only 3 members. Geddy Lee and Neil Peart are also awesome musicians. ( Canadian too !!)

[@scottlindsay841]

Hey Fil , Alex is very underrated! The whole Hemispheres Album is Spectacular ! It is the last album with long songs with progressive style . I believe it is their best work . Another song to review on the record.. "Trees" .

[@cybrunel1016]

Scott Lindsay That riff in " Circumstances " is a BEAST ! RUSH rules.

[@scottlindsay841]

Cy , love "Circumstances" !

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks Scott!

[@jimjam1719]

scott lindsay- don't forget 2112!!! that is a masterpiece within itself.

[@scottlindsay841]

jim jam , 2112 is a bad ass record !! I like Hemispheres just a lil better . We can all agree Rush was a bad ass band ! Seen them many times. Saw their farewell tour ! 🤘

[@graemejones218]

Far & away my favourite guitarist. No ego, extremely good fun, & talent to burn. What I would love Fil to review is the man who made me buy my first guitar, a 1980 Fast Eddie Clarke. I bet many have asked for this, so when you have the time, please give us an analysis. Thank you Fil.

[@williams.vincent4235]

One of my favourite bands, seeing as I’m Canadian too! Alex Leifson is a very under rated lead guitarist while Geddy Lee was a pretty good bassist and Neil Peart is arguably one of the best all-time drummers. Super group from Toronto Canada! 🇨🇦

[@petec9686]

Geddy, pretty good? Ha. Geddy is one of the greatest bass players ever.

[@basswars7060]

There is no other band that respects their fans' hearts and minds like Rush does. What a blessing they are to this Earth.

[@SpaceCattttt]

I've always felt that Alex is the most overlooked member of Rush. He's not "forgotten" by any means, but next to the famous rhythm section, it's easy to forget sometimes what a good guitar player he is. So that's why it's nice to see him rocking out in his younger days. I don't think he does that so much anymore, but I could be wrong. He's still got a great sense of humor, though! Oh, and since you're into progressive stuff, may I request something by Genesis? Supper's Ready is WAY too long, of course, but perhaps the instrumental section of Firth of Fifth? That piece is also a masterclass in ability, subtlety and dynamics.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@winstonlane708]

🎸🐐

[@gratiacynthiamaiaporto1596]

It's really impressive. The beginning of his solo was fascinating. Very melodic. A gifted musician..very impressive. Very progressive too.

[@robertpinazza4043]

What a cameleon Alex is. I mean he’s known as the “man of a thousand solos” and most are so different and unique from one another, that it’s hard for me to believe he’s not one of the top 5 greatest guitarists of all time. Incredible genius of a composer. Thanks for reviewing this!

[@winstonlane708]

🎸🐐

[@josephetherton]

My favorite song of all times!!!! Great video ✌🎸

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool! Thanks!

[@dadylarge]

Alex Lifeson is underrated,he is an incredible guitarist. All three of them are masters of their instruments.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Amen!

[@thelax5311]

This is why Rush are Kings of Prog.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Yep!

[@mattjsherman]

Powerhouse: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5KmYamEgcl_rLs

[@TMPOUZI]

The Lax Yes, not yes, Yes (...also Genesis and PF)!

[@thelax5311]

TMPOUZI absolutely and and don’t forget about King Crimson.

[@thelax5311]

Batphink Reynolds I already know about Porcupine Tree. They kick major ass great Prog Band easily one of the best. Although unfortunately Steven Wilson is my arch enemy It’s a long story.

[@careym3901]

Thanks for doing my suggestion. Alex has so many dynamic solo's throughout his years with Rush. They were really the vanguard of their genre, whether you call it Prog or Prog/Metal, through the late 70's and early 80's. La Villa Strangiato seems to be the Quintessential Alex Lifeson Solo, That's why I requested that one. Perhaps you could do another song by them at some point down the road. Lots of great material to choose from. Thanks again Fil

[@jimjam1719]

carey moffett- yes, loads of material to choose from!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

No problem!

[@michaellambert5223]

This is by far one of my fave pieces of music ever made!! 🤟😎🤟🎸

[@myleswoods8544]

loved the jeff beck analagie ,it made so much sense kind of out of the blue.ive seen rush three times here in ct /usa and they are expert musicians in every way.i also loved the fact that you explained in detail how they took somewthing and did it differantly .one might asume creatives of all kinds would do it generally but it doesnt work that way.rock on fil...m

[@shanemccormick6072]

Myles Woods Rush was always fans of ELO andYes. That's who they listen to in or inspired by

[@myleswoods8544]

ty i followed elo ,and my wife still loves jeff lynne .good to know even though im an ancient artist good to learn things thanks again.

[@shanemccormick6072]

Myles Woods I've seen ELO yes and Rush concert multiple times

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool!

[@kamaboko1]

I think he was controlling the volume with his mind 😁

[@wingsofpegasus]

Haha maybe!

[@RoarOfWolverine]

Of course, he is one of the holy trinity of rock. Alex, Geddy and Neil just will it so and it is. In reality they were the hardest working musicians over their 40+ year career. Not only were they superb individually on their instruments, but then they put in incredible hours of work to make them mesh together and compliment what the other is doing. No group was ever tighter than Rush live. Permanent Waves was the first concert tour I caught them on, but I went to pretty much every tour that followed. There were several bands who were so good live that I tried to never miss an opportunity to catch their latest show, but none more than Rush. I can’t think of any other group whose concerts I enjoyed more than these three guys. I am a musician (guitar primarily) and I have always considered Rush the musician’s musicians. Non-musicians can enjoy them too, but I think that a musician will get more out of the show. If you’re a musician and catch one of their shows, something will impress you, I don’t care who you are.

[@wadesworld6250]

This to me is one of the best guitar solos in all of rock and roll, but sadly most people who consider themselves rock fans have never heard it. One of the under appreciated aspects is the bass drone notes Geddy plays on the Taurus pedals while playing keyboard - they add so much texture.

[@maldickson7751]

Alex, Geddy and Neil are masters of their instruments, and Neil's songwriting is the template aii songwriters should aspire to

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@IrishStewGuitar]

a truly amazing band that was able to play truly amazing music with only 3 members.all 3 of them were all over their respective instruments to make them such a tight outfit. Peart on 'percussion' , as he preferred to call it, is an outstanding 'percussionist' and Geddy Lee's Rickenbacker added the depth to compliment Alex Lifeson's wizardry on guitar. in the early years no-one really took them seriously just because they were Canadian and didn't follow the usual style of rock bands of the time. Alex Lifeson was always working overtime while playing and this separated them from the majority of guitar based bands. classically trained musicians that were a pleasure to listen to. it looks like he had a volume control in his pedal board.he genuinely knew how to use all 4 fingers on the left hand- just watch the 'pinky' when he runs up the neck. good choice for a review man

[@IrishStewGuitar]

what about some female guitar player reviews?Bonnie Raitt,Jennifer Batten or Lita Ford - to name a few hahaha

[@wingsofpegasus]

Yeah you can tell from the tightness and progressions that these guys are on their game!

[@lindapryor3747]

@@IrishStewGuitar Bonnie Raitt has been fantastic since the 60’s. Best bluesy slide and a great smoky voice for the blues!

[@jackfetter]

I'm a drummer... but each time I hear that solo from La Villa Strangiato I want to cry, so emotive, from whisper quiet and delicate to full-on shredding, built up effortlessly ... It's a master class in guitar playing, no doubt!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Amen!

[@jimjam1719]

allright!!! finally,,,, alex lifeson,, he's in my top 3 guitarist of all time!! and of course, my favorite or should i say my all time top 3 rush songs,,, la villa strangiato (limelight and tom sawyer)(i think la villa just might be #1). what a delight!!! fil, you picked the perfect song to analyze. of course, rush is super tight and fantastic. i'm a HUGE rush fan since my teens. huge thumbs up!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool! Thanks for watching!

[@paultraynorbsc627]

Nice analysis

[@jtoland2333]

Three excellent musicians in their own right, and absolutely jaw dropping together. I have always loved Rush and will never forget seeing them live for the Grace Under Pressure tour, at the Glens Falls Civic Center. I had seen a lot of incredible bands that year, but Rush was the best! R.I.P. Professor

[@erickrosito3659]

Nice commentary on my favorite Rush song

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@dago_0730]

the Almighty _Rush_ hats off, gentlemen

[@wingsofpegasus]

Amen!

[@steelersnorth2914]

Those Canadian lads can really play. My guess is they have a bright future 😎

[@wingsofpegasus]

😂👍

[@fastguitars4380]

To say that Alex is putting his soul into every note of this solo, is actually an understatement. And here we are long past Shawn Lane, EVH, Malmsteen, R. Rhodes, and all the '80s hair band killer players..... So, all us rock guitarists who have lived through all that should be immune, or should i say jaded regarding listening to Alex's sort of simple technique... YET, this solo has the power to move you, jaded, or not, typical of almost all of Alex's solos. Such is the magic of this band and the wonder of their music.. There really is nothing else like RUSH, and will never be, and we should be appreciative that we had them in our time to enjoy. Alex was plugged into something that he plugged us into when he played and solo'd. And for me, these days, maybe only Guthrie Govan and a player named Mateus Asato seem to have this same type of magic in their fingers and inside their notes.

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@revoltingmohammad6955]

Rush are great.. I love Hemispheres and 2112 is a classic...

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@Kirkunik1]

Like your take on things. Thanks for appreciating Rush and pointing out their brilliance. There is so much in their music...most people miss half of it. .

[@wingsofpegasus]

No problem!

[@gmotionedc5412]

Dude Rush in their prime nobody could touch for sheer musicianship

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@GoblinGuy333]

Thing is, their prime lasted 35 years. Checkout both La Villa and Working Man on their 2011 Time Machine tour - absolutely amazing with all three pushing 60 years old!

[@andyharman3022]

Yup. Rush fan of 42 years here, checking in. Just want to say thanks for doing a vid on La Villa Strangiato, definitely their most intricate composition. I saw them twice on the Hemispheres tour, and I was surprised they had the cojones to play this beast live.

[@Dude_Slick]

Great review. Rush has been my favorite band for decades. Check out Triumph as well, for another great Canadian trio. Rick Emmett is incredible. I recommend the lead runs in "Rock N Roll Machine".

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@ronvanpelt8196]

Triumph lay it on the line is an all time fave of mine awesome band kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXS6m2uEr5p3i8k

[@Dude_Slick]

Barnes466 Lay it on the Line, Never Surrender, Fight the Good Fight, Rock N Roll Machine, Blinding Light Show, Live for the Weekend. Yeah, one of my favorite bands, for sure.

[@caleboliver275]

Triumph is awesome!

[@ryan4327]

Rush the the band to follow, they not only are tight but are professional, together, and with it. They can keep it together which is really important.

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@eddietruly8807]

Well in my Trilogy of Strings is of course Page, Blackmore & Iommi. .. but my second round choices are Lifeson, Howe & Moore. Alex is so under rated his playing is deep , introspective and driven.. experimental progressive hard rock.. my fav Album is Caress Of Steel and song Xanadu. .thanks FIL for checking out Alex Lifeson

[@wingsofpegasus]

Yeah definitely underrated.

[@winstonlane708]

🎸🐐

[@glennleybourne145]

Your comments about the intricacies of the music in this song are spot on.The dynamics in this tune are almost untouchable

[@wingsofpegasus]

Yeah they are 3 top individuals, when put together this is the result!

[@paceautosales-auburn5130]

Has anyone mentioned he had a crushed/sprained finger on his picking hand during this show?

[@wingsofpegasus]

Yeah that's true!

[@ottonormalverbrauch3794]

@@Barnes466 This was at the Pinkpop festival '79 in the Netherlands ( which I #,*% missed (for which I will probably facepalm till eternity) and Alex indeed had a blackened nail that was discussed in the interview as the culprit for some cancelled gigs.

[@mightyV444]

I noticed the blackened fingernail while watching and remembered! :-)

[@trismos5593]

that smile that can't be held back says it all....

[@earlbrackett6742]

I must first give Lifeson's boots their propers...the most underrated guitarist in Rock music...if I wanted to start a band in 2018 I'd find the guy that knows more Lifeson solos than anyone else...

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@tahoma6889]

My band covered this early on. A challenge it was, and it felt awesome to pull it off. I am a bassit, it is not that difficult alone, but to work as a team it is really amazing.

[@GordonHeaney]

This level of dynamics I think is rarely seen with players these days, most notes are the same attack and volume! And let's not forget Geddy Lee's amazing bass lines! Oh, and apparently the drummer is quite good too.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Yeah they're all top musicians.

[@jrgennilssen9821]

Great video! You just can’t help smiling when listening to Rush... What an amazing band!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Amen!

[@genetic80]

Love Rush and love your vids! Keep it up!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool! Thanks!

[@ModernGolfer]

Fil - The smile on your face explains why I've been a Rush fan since their self-titled album, "Rush". ;-)

[@wingsofpegasus]

😂👍

[@glennewdick]

I love La Villa one of the more out standing songs of that era pure masters of their instruments by that time. Alex's had injured his finger and they had to cancel a couple shows. you can see in the injury on the close ups his purple finger. I feel for that reason this version sounds better if not a bit different, slightly from 1978. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3OXpqqFZqmgnJajh I go that info from Rush's R40 set videos.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Yeah that's true! But he's hardcore, I'm sure he wasn't too bothered!

[@stevenbrewer5161]

wings you have a brilliant eye and ear for talent i herd you cover more then words and you nailed the harmonies!! and played the guitar perfectly!! you are a great critic! and all your clips point out something i didn't even notice and ive played guitar and wrote song's since i can remember, keep up the clips!!!😎

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool! Thanks for watching!

[@LiquidAudio]

Oh yeah baby! Such great musos, what a great sound.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Amen!

[@chrisdominguez8196]

Hands down the most musically talented and versatile rock band. Alex is the mastermind of the band, if you listen to and analyze their compositions (not my words, I believe Alex mentioned that somewhere on a fan page possibly), you’ll see that when they play, the drums, bass and sometimes synth, are all following Alex. I got to see them shortly after Pink Pop right after the Permanent Waves LP was released.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool!

[@MaestroDawg65]

R.I.P Neil Peart

[@wingsofpegasus]

Amen.

[@danielmorris3687]

If anyone wants to know the respect Rush commands from other musicians I highly recommend they watch the documentary 'Rush: Beyond the Lighted Stage' from 2010. Some very famous musicians name all 3 members as being among their greatest influences and inspirations. My very first rock concert when I was a teenager growing up in southern Ontario was Rush at Ivor Wynne stadium Hamilton On. Aug 24 1979. La Villa Strangiato was the encore.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool!

[@robertschaeffer5803]

Could'nt agree more this what seperates RUSH from other trios perfectly stated just how important it is in instrumenta's l that can keep the listeners attention nobody better at it IMO

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@jimmymuniz8623]

Hey Fil, I’ve been away a bit. I’m glad you brought Alex to the forefront. You picked the perfect performance for people to appreciate such an amazing riff and talent. Thank you for sharing this. Hope you’re doing good during these crazy times. Cheers mate, stay safe! 🕊❤️

[@ThisTrainIsLost]

I will willingly add my voice to the Alex-is-underrated chorus but I will also mention another guitarist who, in my opinion, never received the attention that he deserved (all in the past tense because so is he) and that would be Roy Buchanan. Amazing effects that other players got via whammy bars and effects pedals, Roy achieved with his own hands manipulating his Telecaster. Gone too soon, to allude to the Neil Diamond song.…

[@chris7133]

Omg I was fortunate to be front row right in front of Alex in 2015( after being a fan for 40 years). Took my respect for their playing to another level. I was always a Bass loving girl but seeing Alex up close live was one of the most amazing musical experiences ever! The whole show was a once in a lifetime experience for me.

[@richardkeltr0n149]

omg Alex is so awesome..

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@mightyV444]

Big RUSH fan here, however 'La Villa Strangiato' is a bit of a funny one: There are parts in it that I really like, but also just as many that I don't. *And* it has one of my all-time favourite guitar solos in it! And what I love about is exactly how it's being described in this analysis; Good stuff, thank you! :-)

[@shanemccormick6072]

Fun fact all three of them have master's degrees in the theory of music. Neil Peart writes all the songs. The bass player from YES was Gettys inspiration. Rush is so extremely talented and versatile I still prefer their older stuff 2112 and moving pictures. Thank you for checking them out.

[@SpaceCattttt]

Wait, I thought Neil writes the lyrics? The music is a band effort, isn't it?

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool! YES follow me on Twitter which I find very cool! 😁

[@doctordave]

Master's degrees?? I don't think any of them even went to college, much less graduate school. They were full time musicians basically right out of high school. (Unless you are referring to the "honorary degrees" they were granted by a Canadian university a few years ago.)

[@bradboy1975]

doctordave I think the doctor is right...I believe I heard it said that Neil can't even read music... said by NEIL!

[@nikkinonose9316]

No Shane ,they are all self taught.I believe Alex had a few private guitar tutors over the early yrs. but that's it

[@betsysommer7142]

The nuances and details in this song are endless, keeps its fascinating and fresh year after year

[@wingsofpegasus]

Definitely!

[@russbeardsley6732]

Really enjoyed listening to you. I must have listened to this track hundreds of times but its always interesting hearing others views on it. Would be nice for you to do a teardown of "yyz"!!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@careym3901]

Yep,I agree,YYZ. The 3 letting their hair down so to speak and letting it all hang out. What is it with their instrumentals ??? So Dope!!!

[@thomasguider7516]

I got to see this tour and so many more. Alex blew me away.