FIRST TIME HEARING RUSH - TOM SAWYER

[@JayTDeion]

IF YOU ARE SOMEONE WHO ENJOYS RUSH, COMMENT YOUR FAVORITE RUSH SONG BELOW 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾

[@edgarpacifico3421]

My suggestion: Limelight

[@telsat]

Too many but mine is “Subdivision” official video clip and “Xanadu” live in Montreal also “Limelight” official video clip

[@roccaclassico9028]

"The Spirit of Radio", "Limelight", " Working Man", and "Red Barchetta".

[@jamesstevens1994]

Almost any of them. YYZ is pretty awesome.....

[@kimbarry4674]

MALIGNANT NARCISSISM/DE SLAGWERKER has a fantastic drum solo❤🇨🇦 Live Snakes and Arrows Tour

[@benf1111]

"Ain't no way you hittin all that." Neil: "Hold my beer sir."

[@dandiehm8414]

Naaahhh...Neil could do all that WHILE holding a beer.

[@darkhalo0868]

Exactly, he gon learn today!!! Neil was one of the Greatest!!

[@michaelmccoy4389]

It's "Hold my beer, eh?"

[@py_a_thon]

You should watch El Estepario. Bruv can play one handed like the drummer from Def Leopard(a drummer who only had one arm) while drinking a cup of tea (or his beer lol). So cool. That dude is a prodigy on the drums.

[@richardsims4779]

Neil could have been two drummers.

[@jacquesjrviens3384]

Neil Peart is the best lyricist and drummer in rock history. The call him : The professor. A true genius in every sense. RIP Neil !!!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@blitztim6416]

And author.

[@reality1958]

One of the best drummers certainly. But if he is your favorite I can respect that There are tremendous lyricists who are very well known for their incredible lyricism. Complete songwriters

[@blitz3643]

@@reality1958Agreed. Drummer yes, lyricist he's got PLENTY of company. Odd to declare him the best. I think we need to be a little more objective as Rush and Peart fans.

[@jacquesjrviens3384]

@@reality1958 I could name you 15 better drummers and a few better writers but as a combo of best drummer and lyricist in ROCK history.... Aside from Phil Collins and maybe Don Henley there aren't that many. In that group alone, Neil Comes a bit ahead as the best in my opinion.

[@reality1958]

@@jacquesjrviens3384oh out of actual drummers that write lyrics he may be the best lyricist. I’m not sure, but I have no knowledge that would contest that

[@JeffWiersma]

“Ain’t no way he’s gonna hit all 8 of those toms.” All of us who know THAT fill is coming: “Wait for it.”

[@ajruther67]

RUSH is a Canadian band. Geddy Lee: Vocals, Bass, Keyboards. Alex Lifeson: Guitar. Neil Peart: Drums. Neil was known as The Professor. No one could play like him. He is your favorite drummers, favorite drummer. He is revered by everyone in the rock world. He has all of our love 30 years before you saw this video. RIP Neil 1952 - 2020 brain cancer

[@MsThebeMoon]

Nice synopsis.

[@Gantzz321]

forgot Neil - lyricist

[@reality1958]

Ginger Baker was considered the drummers drummer

[@LauraRocksDenver]

And don't forget author! An amazing writer of 7 books - I've read them all.

[@MikeHudson-fb4hn]

Spirit of radio , Limelight, Fly by night, Xanadu, Priest of the temples of syrinx. And many more 168 songs as a fact. Neil P-ear - t is was and more than probably will be the best drummer of all time. His last name is pronounced as you would say"ear" in peart. My favorite band. My favorite guitarist is Edward VanHalen. R.I.P. NEIL AND EDDIE. PEACE OUT.

[@jonathanmoore4456]

The drummer is Neal Peart one of the greats! You got to check out his live drum solo from: Rush live in Frankfurt, It's amazing! 🔥🔥🔥

[@louofm1]

You think that his drum kit was big in this video, wait until you see the one in Frankfurt..lol. and yes, he hits every last piece

[@therealxunil2]

Holy shit yes.

[@kenf3539]

🔥🐐🔥🐐🔥🐐🔥🐐

[@KazyReed]

YAAAAASSSSSS!!!

[@mikeg2203]

Correction, he is the best drummer that has ever lived 🔥

[@shariherman34]

Love for this drummer? You have NO idea! Neal Peart is one of the most loved drummers there has ever been.❤🙂

[@Lovesygk57]

The Professor is, in my opinion the best drummer ever with a killer kit!! Watch his live solo when the band are older, but he's even better! RIP Professor ❤

[@syx3s]

the moment you realize there are only three band members and the singer is also playing the bass and keyboard.

[@BlackCatLover]

Neil Peart was voted Best Drummer 10 times! RUSH wrote 168 songs over a 40+ year period of touring with the best live performances! You have found the RUSH rabbit hole! R.I.P. Neil Peart ❤

[@lesterlewis3024]

PAUSE as much as you want! Your reaction is why we watch!

[@vincentbreeden259]

Agreed.

[@kimbarry4674]

A TRUE RUSH fan will never give you slack for pausing because we know you have something to say about the band.....watch MALIGNANT NARCISSISM/DE SLAGWERKER and you'll see the PROFESSOR Neil Peart at work ❤🇨🇦

[@steves8815]

Exactly. Pause away.

[@videoettaceo8900]

Too right!

[@wisteria3213]

You just jumped into one very deep hole. All of us Rush fans will give you recommendations, I urge you to listen to them all.

[@mdu2112]

RIP, Professor. ❤🇨🇦

[@FrankBishop]

RIP to Neil. He is known as the best rock drummer ever...and honestly not just rock.

[@Mr.Ekshin]

@@JimmyJamJack > Neil Peart produced not one, but two Buddy Rich tribute albums, established scholarships in his name, and played in Buddy's stead at various memorial concerts.

[@josephkellard6432]

Buddy Rich may have something to say about that. Even John Bonham worshiped Rich.

[@FrankBishop]

@josephkellard6432 I'm 54...seen 1000 bands and I'm quite aware of who Buddy Rich is.

[@reality1958]

One of the best drummers. There are a number of drummers who are at the top level

[@FrankBishop]

@reality1958 thank you captain obvious. Name some who have songs that are as popular or who made a bigger impact in rock music.

[@VadersRage]

For the past 40+ years I have beaten my steering wheel into an oval shape because of Rush and Neal Peart. Doing a "drum solo" while sitting in traffic or playing the keys on the dashboard is pretty much what every Rush fan will admit to.

[@FreeBrainChannel]

I do that too... no kidding!

[@stacychabot5004]

Amen brother

[@telsat]

The greatest rock band of all time and drummer best in the world

[@firecracker187]

Almost... John Bonham is the GOAT

[@juliebrockett3471]

Been giving drummer Neil Peart some love for 40+ years!! Well deserved!! #RIPNEIL

[@steves8815]

I love it when a guy who knows music - and knows what a rhythm sections job is - hears Peart for the first time. Awesome reaction, welcome to the Rush Family.

[@LS-uv9gg]

No Rush fans will ever knock you for pausing to appreciate, trust me lol. 🔥🔥🔥🔥 BTW, the Singer is the Bass player. And the Keyboard Player. Same guy. There's only three in the band.

[@PromLesbian]

Yyz in LIVE in Rio. Working Man - Live in Cleveland.

[@YouFilthyAnimal74]

As a Gen Xer, any time you hear Tom Sawyer, it's like the first time, every time. It's always an amazing experience! RIP Neal Peart, one of the greatest drummers in history.🤘🏼🔥

[@lycanthrogenic979]

totally agree about people complaining over pausing, I wish they would just shut up and go listen to the song on their own if they don't like pauses

[@JayTDeion]

💯‼️

[@davemiii]

​@@JayTDeion Man I love the fact you're into enough you want to pause and rehear.

[@jride632]

Three-man band! Video shot in a studio during the recording of the track. Lead singer, Geddy Lee, plays bass and keyboards. Drummer, Neal Peart, is best of all time and guitarist Alex Lifeson, is way underrated. Great band!

[@scottshields113]

🔥🔥🔥🔥 RIP Neil. Love the commentary. Much more to this band I hope you can explore further

[@lynnw9857]

Rush are Canadian rock icons….the genre is “Progressive Rock”….aka Prog.. Geddy Lee - vocals, bass guitar, keyboards; Alex Lifeson - guitars; Neil Peart “The Professor” - drums & percussion. He was your favourite drummer’s favourite drummer. A legend. Sadly he passed away in 2020.

[@m.ericwatson968]

Neal Peart said Tom Sawyer was his toughest song to play live, he threw so much into it and they played this track on every tour since '81 so over the years it just got harder (and he got older) since he was a perfectionist and had to play it as close to album perfect as possible, Neal Peart is highly regarded as the GOAT and few can argue.

[@d0ublestr0ker0ll]

As a drummer of 30 years, this is an all-time great reaction to my favorite song.

[@dieselbourbon3728]

Xanadu, live from Exit Stage Left

[@jackmishleau8912]

2112 is my forever favorite!!

[@donalddavid3431]

Mine as well. He's not ready yet. Needs to develop Rush/Prog Rock ears first.

[@Indo1030]

@@donalddavid3431Agreed! He’s not ready…YET!

[@mrichards6795]

🔥🔥🔥🔥Good reaction! One of the best drummers there was in rock (R.I.P.). The other two musicians are also legends on their instruments.

[@Indo1030]

I personally like all the pauses! Any fan of Rush knows the songs, but watching someone react--they get BIG eyes and that look on their face, “WAIT! What did I just hear? What was THAT?!”--just like we all did when we first heard them! By the end of the song, that initial look of shock turns into “DAMN! These guys are effing good! I gotta hear more!”-and a new Rush fan is born! Great reaction!

[@CitizenScorn]

Aye bro, thank you for your affirmations at the start of your videos. Some of us out do need it, just so you know it aint being wasted 🙏 Keep up the good work.

[@vickiroman189]

WE KNOW! We've been giving Neil a whole lotta love for decades 🙂

[@TopherOKeefe]

Did you know that live, Geddy Lee sings plays the bass, and plays the keyboards including the organ pedals *all at the same time?* They consistently reproduce all of those instruments, all that huge sound, live with three dudes and minimal backing tracks.

[@melissacompton565]

I love watching you find this and react. In the beginning when you said he wasn't going to use all those drums i lost it. 😂 Neil was one of the most skilled drummers that's ever picked up sticks. Great job

[@hugofernandes9318]

And on the drums, the one and only, the GOAT, the Professor, Neil Peart. RESPECT. Rock in Peace Neil ❤🤘

[@firecracker187]

John Bonham usurps

[@stevenaleman7454]

The greatest trio in the history of rock’n roll…Rush understood the importance of blending lyrics with musical artistry…The time signature, 7/4, in the middle of the song just adds to the song’s complexity…✌️🎤🥁🎸🔥

[@Indo1030]

I just watched a reaction video (done by a drummer) the other day -I think it was FREE WILL. He had the music tablature up on the screen and figured out that there were 7 time signature changes in the first 2 minutes of the song! They were masters at that! I also saw another video where one song (again, don’t remember which-maybe 2112) has a section where the time signature is 17/4 😳🤯

[@mournwood]

One thing I love about Rush is that every member is an absolute master of their instrument and everyone spends some time in the front of the mix. No one part dominates over the others, they just float to the front and ease back into the background in an endless, seamless cycle.

[@klmorg63]

I’m 61 and lucky enough to have seen Rush live in 1981-82 in Dallas, three men putting all that music out there, it was unreal. Neil wrote all lyrics as well, a certified genius! Check out the album 2112, it’s amazing, Geddy Lee played bass, keyboards and sang, and Alex on guitar! R.I.P. Neil, the GOAT!

[@mjk0117]

RIP Neil Peart! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 One of the best ever! To think that Neil was making beautiful music here using a drum set likely from the 1970's is crazy. He kept getting better and better. Great reaction video.

[@matthewkirkhart2401]

This is the greatest Prog Rock band in the history of the world. You have started down a rabbit hole of music that will take you a decade to go through. I am very much looking forward to your 2112 reaction when you get there.

[@crystalprice7858]

The bass player, the keyboardist and the singer are all the same person. Best 3 man band ever ❤

[@kristiekinzig436]

So glad you acknowledged Neil Pert's drumming!!!! Well deserved

[@Rudy-in9tv]

The whole band is awesome. Each outstanding and unique. Geddy, Alex, and Neil are Goats 🐐 RIP Neil

[@dsanj4745]

Neil Peart was a phenomenal drummer and an excellent lyricist. The best rock drummer ever and a kit to match! May he rest in peace.

[@gsh341]

A lot of people don't pay attention to the drums, but what Neil is doing is so incredibly difficult. he changes rhythms and syncopates so often it's just astounding. And he makes it sound so natural. He truly was a master. ❤‍🔥

[@VikingFireProject]

I love that these reaction videos are making new fans of Rush and us old fans happy that they are getting the praise they deserve.

[@stephenpublicover8818]

Hey my friend,only got to see RUSH live once in the late 80s(Power Windows Tour) in Halifax,Nova Scotia, Canada! Best live band ever!!😀👍👍👍👍👌✌

[@Gantzz321]

I remember when this album hit the stores, the music shop on the same block as my high school was going crazy, everyone skipping classes to hang out listening to it at staff just playing the full album all day long.

[@siobhanroberts8627]

The most unique rock sound of the 80's, Geddys voice and incredible skills on drum, bass and keyboard is what made them stand out. Three guys creating this sound... 2112 Album is considered by many their best.... So sad they're not all with us anymore. Love you RUSH!!!! Always!!!!

[@walteranderson1245]

The three men that rock the amphitheater off its foundation. Went to my first Rush concert in 1976 never stopped going till 2015 seen them many many times always the best ever.

[@michaelbriefs9764]

Thank you, brother, for the encouragement. I needed that. Oh, and Rush rules. Time to jam!

[@ericcowsill7821]

Neil’s the reason I started drumming. Spent a lot of time and $$ trying to replicate his set. As far as songs to checkout oh boy where do we start lol. Subdivisions, YYZ, Limelight, the entire Live in Rio album, Roll The Bones, Time Stand Still, Mission, Hold Your Fire etc. look forward to more reactions. Glad you watched the drum solo!! Love the reactions keep it up.

[@benf1111]

It actually took me awhile to get into the band when I was a kid because of his voice...but i got over it lol

[@bafumat]

Everyone is gona scream about neil on drums... But Geddy on vocals, bass and keyboard was killing it on this one.

[@seandunne696]

Welcome to the Rush rabbit hole. Check out the Spirit of Radio. The change ups will blow your mind

[@howiedavis2316]

Dang it, Sean, I was going to suggest Spirit of Radio, you beat me to it, but hey, outstanding suggestion

[@kennethcrutchley7181]

Beat me to the ”welcome to the Rush rabbit hole”. Enjoy your trip!

[@ChampsX5]

He's not "drummer". He's THE percussionist! Peart is the aficionado drummers aspire to be.

[@michaeloshaughnessy9718]

One of the best rock bands in history. Great reactions btw!

[@rachelhart.2386]

Top drummer. One of the best ever❤

[@joetrainer31]

The singer is the bassist is the keyboardist.

[@edwardmunoz7853]

It's true 💯🤣

[@rebeccarobledo9293]

Neal Peart was by far one of the GREATEST drummers this world has ever heard!! His death was a great loss to the music world!

[@bobbiebastin5423]

❤❤❤❤❤from Vegas, I got to see them twice , best drummer, best basist, they are all amazing!!!! Mind blowing!!!

[@JS-TexanJeff]

So fun watching a reaction to someone who has never heard/seen RUSH. Yes, the 'drummer' kills it. Neil Peart, is "The Professor". Fun reaction, thanks!

[@khristianacampbell3356]

RIP PROFESSOR!!! Your favorite drummers favorite drummer! What a great loss for humanity! Rush!!!! Rush and Ice Hockey the best of Canada!!!

[@dalewaits1050]

You just heard the GOAT of drummers. Now YYZ

[@kathyfarrow309]

Bro. you have no idea of the rabbit hole that you are about to take! Welcome to the Rush machine! Peace out. 👍🇺🇸🔥🎸😎

[@tonypalumbo898]

I forget who said it first, but I'll never forget it and I have told so many people this since hearing it. The saying goes.. If a musician wants to keep perfect timing in a song, they will follow a metronome. If a metronome wants to keep perfect timing, it will follow Neil Peart. RIP Professor. You are the drummer the band in heaven was waiting on. You are sadly missed.

[@mikejanssen6344]

JayT: Neil, Geddy and Alex have been getting lots of love from those of us who’ve been lifelong fans. I kinda feel sorry for you JayT you got 50+ years of catching up to do of love and appreciation of these 3 masters.

[@MacTopher]

"Look at that Kit!" Yeah, that's his small kit. Watch some live videos to see the big one

[@1stAmendmentMedia]

His snare head is torqued so unbelievably tight the clinic I did with him in the 80s to see him do this in person was truly amazing and he doesn’t even struggle i learned so much in one day go check out one of his solo and do a reaction on that you will just have to walk away it’s so good

[@arnoldcox9128]

Nothing but love for the drummer

[@lindaward5376]

Rumour has it that Neil's mother was an octopus, and his father was a spider. If you'd like to see another one of his mind-blowing performances, check out La Villa Strangiato from the Time Machine Tour. Cheers from Toronto! 🎤 🎹 🎸 🥁 🎸 🔥 🔥 🔥

[@vonbass1300]

The Drummer is Neil. He is called "Your favorite drummers, favorite drummer" He also was the lyricist for this band. He made you think, then played those rhythms. You have to have the words for Rush videos. They are next level

[@RockinMamaT]

True story. I grew up in a town outside Toronto and they lived in the next town. We heard music coming from the factories and we climbed on the dumpsters to watch in the window and saw them rocking out making the most impressive sounds we've ever heard. They saw us and came out and talked to us about hockey (That's what we Canadians do 😂) and we talked about the music they were making and their cars they had very cool cars and Geddy and Alex gave us guitar picks and Neil gave us drumsticks they were so down to earth and humble and when I was older in 88 and 03 I was lucky enough to see them live and they were incredible. Neil Peart's drum solo was Epic. Battlescar is a must my friend by Rush and another Canadian band Max Webster. Peace out ✌️ ☮️

[@charlesdodson829]

Musical geniuses all around. Anything Rush plays is going to be great. This song is only there to entice you. It's like the Rush starter pack. Continue down the rabbit hole and be prepared to be blown away.

[@79personalities]

My guy! You said, bro, ain't no way you hitting all that. And I fell out the chair! You got my like and sub right there! 🥁 🎸 🔊

[@echopryme]

Thats the GOD of Thunder on the drums. R.I.P. 😎💯

[@swanqueen454]

So glad you LOVE what my hubby have loved for 39 yrs!!!! RIP Neil!!!

[@vincetripodi1016]

Love your reaction. 2112, Red Baruchetta, Spirit of Radio, La Villa Strangiato, YYZ, Time Stand Still, Witch Hunt, Camera Eye… these will be in your playlist for ever more once you start listening to them.

[@bbox5938]

❤‍🔥♨ my favorite Rush song is early rush called "train to bangkok". Yes they always play like this. Amazing 3 piece from Canada! Loved your reaction!

[@warrenpeterson6065]

Rush, a phenomenal 3-person band, a national pride of Canada, will amaze new listeners even 40 years later. Let me reiterate ... a 3-person band. RIP Neil OC.

[@mikkifly]

Ok drummer That’s the goat bro❤

[@tombanaski3251]

Jays play it back and notice that right after the initial keyboard solo the timing switched from 4/4 to 7/8 t8me, and so smoothly you hardly notice. All 3 of these guys are considered masters at their instruments, and the lead singer also plays bass and keyboard during songs. Check out their performance of the instrumental “YYZ” Live in Rio-you will get to see their mastery without being distracted by the lead singer who seems to bother you.

[@byronness7385]

So u love it when a drummer shows his chops Dude your in for a journey with this band an with this drummer Best progressive rock band on the planet an the dude singing is also the bass player a the keys… An also the lyrics!! They be dropping bars in every song about the human race an mankind’s journey

[@Deam7666]

You’re reaction to one of my favorite songs made my day🥰 Enjoy the rabbit hole good sir 😁

[@KazyReed]

Oh he will indeed hit all those drums. 🔥🔥🔥 Great reaction, man.

[@vovindequasahi]

Welcome to the Rush rabbit hole... a journey worth taking bro!! Great reaction.

[@Guntherandross]

"Ain't no way you hittin all that" oh boy, as someone who had the privilege to see Neil Peart play live up close, you have NO idea 💜

[@robstyles8535]

The drummers name was Neil Peart. He was called The Professor.

[@rick5440]

Three craftsmen, way beyond musicians. Their music is its own genre.

[@neutron8418]

"Bro, ain't no way you hittin' all that." 5 minutes later: "I'll be damed if he ain't hittin' every one of them." That was the biggest laugh I've had in a while.

[@terrykorea1]

For a 3 man band, NO ONE rocks better than! Hell, I know 4 and 5 man groups that aren’t this good !! Just for the drums, do yourself a huge favor and listen to YYZ live in Rio. No singing, only instrument. Kicks ass !!! RIP Neil Peart !

[@bobboy5508]

I was just pointing that out. In this video it’s a studio version. So they got a studio bassist. But Getty Lee is the bass and singer live. Making them a 3 piece set. And the sound is rare. Like ZZ Top just a 3 piece. But they used drum synth. It wasn’t all just the drummer. Many accused them of backing tracks because of that. But they could do it live using the drum backing only.

[@ingridgabelo2934]

RIP Neil Pearts 😢.. La segunda banda que más he escuchado en mi vida ( la primera, Deep Purple 💜). A mis 69 años, sigo escuchándolos.. Gracias por traerlos a tu canal 😊 Me gusta tu reacción y me suscribo!! "Druumeer"...Tal vez el mejor de todos los tiempos ❤

[@christaylor5996]

Drummer always gets love❤. RIP Professor

[@danrumble74]

🥁🔥🔥🔥🔥🥁 To Rush fans, every song is great, but yes.. this is their best song. "Subdivisions" is also 🔥

[@gaiavenus]

New subscriber, well said, I totally agree 😄 it is a reaction and I enjoyed, that's why I subscribed and thumbs 👍 love from Canada 🍁

[@rolandzamora]

🔥🔥🔥🔥 bro >> THE DRUMMER WROTE ALL THE LYRICS>>>>>> 💥💥💥💥💥. ALL OF THEM

[@danielviney]

Straight 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Neil!!

[@victorramsey5575]

Neil Peart was such a freak of nature! He would have his roadies set up his kit in different configurations between shows to see if they could trip him up. They never could. However they set him up, he nailed every beat at every show. The dude was amazing!! Neil is your favorite drummers favorite drummer. He is the Eddie Van Halen of the drum world.