GEDDY!| FIRST TIME HEARING Rush - Closer To The Heart REACTION

[@brentlaughorne2195]

Just a clarification: Alex Lifeson is the guitar player and a founding member of the band. John Rutsey was the band's initial drummer before Neil and only played on the first Rush album. Your love for the band will grow as you follow their journey through the years, hear how they matured as artists, tried different sounds, etc. Still the greatest live band I have ever seen!!

[@ronodowd5724]

i have a old clip from 74 39 min long kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqPSppuYn9WSb8U

[@joelhammond4162]

Came to say the same.

[@Ranadkins]

Don’t forget, Alex is the only original member of Rush. Rutsey was the drummer, and Jeff Jones was the original bass player.

[@Kevin-Tigerfan]

If you want to hear Jeff Jones you can react to Red Rider - “Lunatic Fringe “

[@ptrlxc]

They always joke that even after all these years, they call Neil “the new guy.” Lol

[@blanewilliams5960]

John Rutsey was the bands original drummer and played on their first album. He retired due to health problems so Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee got Neil Peart to replace him. Neil quickly became the bands primary lyricist and is not only known as one of the greatest drummers but also one of the best songwriters ever. They have only ever had 3 members at any time, on albums and in concert. I have been a fan since the first album came out and a friend played it for me. Have seen them in concert several times and they are always excellent live. Love RUSH and love you guys!

[@FarrellMcGovern]

I've seen Rush in concert a half dozen times over the years, they were a great band. Those "church bells", are actually called "Tubular Bells". That name gave rise to an amazing album by the same name, Tubular Bells by Mike Oldfield.

[@jessestaggs2136]

And don't forget that it was also the theme song for The Exorcist.

[@toddfowler7095]

Anything there is an unusual sound needed in a Rush song, it is always Neil Peart figuring it out and tying it into his drum kit. Bells, xylophone, anything unusual is his.

[@2869may]

RusH is composed of 3 compulsive perfectionist, and genuine good people that do not have any the ego trips that have lead to the demise of many successful bands. Truly GREAT musicians that are also truly great friends.... Resulting in some of the cleanest, tightest most amazing music ever made.

[@mumuspain2086]

RIP Neil though, GOAT drummer.

[@2869may]

@@mumuspain2086 For sure...!

[@Leogoth68]

Well said.

[@jimsimon738]

So well stated!

[@danceshadowmoon1]

I am 61 years old and Rush was my favorite band growing up. Nobody compares to them and I still jam to them all the time!

[@blackcruze1379]

Best Canadian rock band ever

[@steveholt]

I am 56 and was Geddy Lees paperboy in east end Toronto when this song was released..... Had no idea who the guy with gold records going up his staircase was.

[@danceshadowmoon1]

@@steveholt That is Awesome!

[@IainDelaney]

@@blackcruze1379 We had this discussion on another forum a while ago. I suggested that Rush is the greatest band to come out of Canada, while the Tragically Hip are the greatest Canadian band.

[@David-lj4gk]

I'm 65 and sounds great 👍🎶🎵🎶🎶

[@rcovel1960]

I'm 62, saw Rush in 1980, and they are still my favorite band. Incredible talents.

[@joy88867]

The men who hold high places must be the ones who start to mold a new reality closer to the heart ❤❤❤

[@michaelmulherin9952]

says it all!!!

[@FUBAR1986]

I was graduating high school when this came out. This song had me in tears because I knew I was headed out to the cruel world…… but determined to be a change for Good…. ☮️❤️🙏🌏🌎🌍🇺🇸❤️☮️

[@generoberts9151]

Alex Lifeson - Guitar Geddy Lee - Bass Neil Peart - Percussion (pronounced Peeert) “Read it, Learn it, Live it”

[@karlsmith2570]

I swear eveyone tends to butcher the pronunciation of Neil's last name

[@generoberts9151]

@@karlsmith2570 That’s Ok we pronounced Neil’s name wrong the entire 70s

[@0okamino]

What are you talking about? Everyone knows their names are Dirk, Lerxst, and Pratt.

[@ripperplaysclon152]

@@karlsmith2570 We call him Neil Pear nowadays.

[@x00p3]

@@0okamino Lerxst plays a Hentor Sportscaster.

[@beare55]

Alex Lifeson is the guitarist, John Rutsey was the original drummer of Rush... great song!

[@bigstyx]

I think Alex doesn’t get the respect that he should. Everyone talks about Getty or Neal. But they always leave out Alex which is when the best guitarist ever.

[@rodhubbard6320]

@@bigstyx Geddy and Neil

[@bigstyx]

@@rodhubbard6320 I use audio type. Sorry but don’t worry about the small thing at my age. I worked in the music industry for over 45 years as a sound engineer. I even worked on the Rush crew in the 70s.

[@rodhubbard6320]

@@bigstyx Those guys are LEGENDS. At THE LEAST, spell their names correctly. That's All. I agree that Alex is underrated. Props to you for working for them.

[@elegantirony78]

My favorite Rush song. You two are on a roll today. This might become the Canadian National Anthem someday. That is how much Canadians love this song

[@scottelement]

imo The Hip are more likely to provide Canada with its anthem.

[@leannewilson7184]

🇺🇸I’d driver there just to vote on that 🙋🏻‍♀️

[@elegantirony78]

@@scottelement I've always heard that Gord Downie is the unofficial poet laureate of Canada. I think Closer To The Heart may be a more well known song than those of the Tragically Hip who I also love, love, love

[@debbiedebster5806]

@@leannewilson7184 same!!😉

[@elegantirony78]

@@scottelement Also, I almost suggested You Are Ahead By A Century by the Tragically Hip when Amber talked about how futuristic Rush's music is but, I've kind of given up on suggestions

[@traci4187]

You NEED to do that Peart solo!!! You will be BLOWN AWAY. He KILLED it in Frankfort (and probably everywhere else it was performed).

[@braddunay7772]

There has NEVER been 4 people play in RUSH!! I'm a Rush fanatic of 50 years. From them time Working man was played on the radio in Cleveland. My class song!! Keep rocking some Rush. You guys Rock also!!!

[@ronstewart6362]

The Greatest power trio Ever!!! They're Always and Only a 3 piece. I've loved them since the 80s and play bass because of Geddy.

[@chris1le]

They did have the Clockwork Angel Orchestra but point taken.

[@EdwardRushMan]

3 members of Rush - Geddy Lee (bass, synth (traditional and foot pedals), vocals - Alex Lifeson (guitar, foot pedal synth, occasional vocals) - Neil Peart (drums, orchestra bells, tubular bells, wind chimes, crotales, timbales, timpani, gong, temple blocks, bell tree, triangle, and melodic cowbells).

[@Freedumb173]

id bet my pretty penny that if every human heard this song and understood it, we would be living in peace right now. An entire world in peace. no taxes, no bills. no ads and no thrills. RIP Neil, and thankyou for keeping Neil alive!!

[@paulstewart6203]

My favorite Rush song to see them do in concert was red barchetta, saw Rush nine times in St Louis MO. From 1981 to 92'.

[@billdemotte7152]

"Philosophers and ploughmen Each must know his part To sow a new mentality Closer to the heart"

[@gregusmc2868]

My first 3 concerts in 1978, and 1979: Boston, AC/DC (w/ Bon) and Rush. All 3 concerts totaled less than 23.00. Memories-priceless. (Geddy, the bass player and lead singer, was sitting off stage right watching .38 Special open) and my buddy and I snuck around the balcony in St. John’s Arena and were about 40 feet back and above him. Timed our shout together and yelled “GEDDY!” He spun around and looked up, grinned and flashed us the ✌🏼 sign. Cool moment-but there were cool moments in all of those early shows! ❤️❤️❤️

[@jeffreycook2112]

The two of you just made me smile by listening to some 70’s Rush! They have been my absolute favorite band since I got the 2112 album for Christmas in 1976. I saw Rush well over a dozen times over the years, and they were always amazing. All three of them inspired many people to pick up instruments over the years, me included. Watching Neil Peart working his magic behind that humongous drum kit inspired me to play the drums. More Rush please!

[@leifcatt]

2112, when an album side became a long single.

[@jeffreycook2112]

And what a single it was.

[@mikenastasi8927]

@@jeffreycook2112 You said they inspired people to pick up instruments but they also made people to put down their instruments LoL 🤣

[@jeffreycook2112]

@@mikenastasi8927 Some people might have given up, but not me. Watching them made me want to play even more.

[@juliebrockett3471]

Best trio EVER!! Welcome to the “soundtrack of our lives”!! Over 40 million albums sold… 40 years of live touring, so live versions are always best if it’s an option! Anything someone suggests will be epic!! Keep em coming…You can’t go wrong with RUSH!! Love it!! Be well and God bless… from Texas!!

[@robchurchill1368]

Rush are musician's musicians.

[@celestinmarchand6044]

One of the best experiences I've ever had was at the old Maple Leaf Gardens (NHL's Toronto Maple Leafs original venue) in Toronto, for the final show of Rush's 'Counterparts' world tour, when the announcer bellowed, "Toronto, will you please WELCOME HOME! - - - RUSH!!!!" Nothing but chills...

[@paulwagner688]

The Lyrics. It's all about the lyrics. The lyrics of Rush are the greatest part of the band. Forget the instrumentals. It's the WORDS.

[@carlgibbons5777]

C'mon man. The lyrics are great, but we are talking about arguably the greatest group of rock musicians ever assembled. Maybe the best live band based on their PLAYING. The instrumentation/arrangements is what makes Rush. Combined with the brilliant lyrics of course.

[@dougvenne2993]

3 members. I agree how amazing the talent they have to create their music!

[@marksimpson1991]

Brought a tear to my eye how Amber gets it. And to think, all those many years ago, we listened to these songs alone in our rooms thinking only we knew what they meant.

[@Itelkner]

What a great point, Mark! I never anticipated there would be an era where we could enjoy this like those early listenings all over again with people just now getting into it. Especially astute listeners like Jay and Amber.

[@blacklexus3965]

Amber is really incredible on understanding music

[@SijoArtLapham6381]

Rush is a trio. John Rutsey was the drummer from the first album only, then was replaced by Neal

[@bobthebear1246]

*Neil

[@marybaillie8907]

This song was released in1977 from Rush's 5th album. Such a great song from the first note, followed by the greatness of Geddy Lee's voice. And yes even chimes. When this song was released, there was a comparison to Led Zeppelin. Thanks for more Rush.🇨🇦🇨🇦 Loved your reactions.Amber great opinions. Buckets of Maple Syrup love from Canada ❤️❤️ 🇨🇦 🇨🇦

[@bdmention]

Chimes, not church bells 🙂

[@brianmcmaster5112]

A Farewell to Kings is a phenomenal album.

[@marybaillie8907]

@@bdmention Thanks. 👍✌️🇨🇦

[@tonygreene3941]

Fifth album in 1977, say that again, absolutely timeless, what a legacy.

[@marybaillie8907]

@@tonygreene3941 You're so right. Just as relatable today as absolute genius. 👍✌️🇨🇦

[@timnorris6041]

I'll add to Brent's comment, Rush is a journey! When Neil Peart, The Professor, was added, he began writing all the lyrics. A Farewell to Kings was the studio follow up to 2112, thus longer, mystical songs! Often incorrectly labeled as "wizard prog"', whatever that means, you either loved them or hated. I saw them a mere 13x so can assume how I felt. Great band! Great memories! May want to go further back to Caress of Steel! ;)

[@paulcwalina7910]

To have one of the greatest drummers and lyricists in one person let alone the same band is just incredible. Neil Peart was a once-in-a-lifetime talent. For Amber, who pays particular attention to lyrics, i suggest 'The Trees.'

[@JeffMartinEquinox]

Was just about suggest "The Trees" next

[@SuperWhofan1]

The greatest drummer

[@Jamie644]

Rush was my first concert ever, and I had this album on 8 track lol. Yes, I'm old

[@disecke]

Just three guys, not four. :) They defined the power trio!

[@Foxyjk50]

I just came across their song In the End and it's such a great song and probably my favorite now..Red Barchetta, Time Stand Still, the Garden, Presto, Vital signs, Distant early warning, Enter Nous, working man, subdivisions. I love Freewill and loved your reaction to it and always look forward to your Rush reactions.

[@wendybutler1681]

The musicianship of Rush is beyond compare. Intelligent, complex and impeccable.

[@wendybutler1681]

This is such a good song--back then we thought our "new reality" would be here by now. But things are even worse. Not how evolution is supposed to work. Love you guys!

[@jma427]

This song used to get a lot of air play on the radio back in the day.

[@surlechapeau]

Jay & Amber, you'll love their "Trees" and "Circumstances"!!!

[@Fairygrl_TW]

One of the most epic astounding bands ever...Brilliant musician's...Thanx so much for the memories and amazing music. Peace

[@keithlevin4642]

Excellent reaction. John Rutsey was the original drummer and only on the 1st album. Neil replaced him. Guitarist is Alex Lifeson. So only three members in the band. Great song.

[@frankphantom-3698]

Yes, Neil's drum solo - Live in Frankfurt, also try Subdivisions.

[@carriem4719]

Love Rush. First live concert I ever saw🎉

[@milanuzelac1665]

I'm so glad about your appreciation of rush. I grew up in the 70s in rush's neighbourhood. From 1st album they played their asses off with critics in print magazines hating them. Truly a fan based success story...M

[@blgoak]

You guys were reading my mind, i was in the mood for some rush and was watching your previous rush video reactions and you surprised me with a new one. Thank you. There is only 3 members John Rutsey was the first drummer that neil replaced. Amber mentioned it you definetly have to do neil's drum solo amber you'll love it. A couple of other songs i'd reccommend is the garden and loosing it live. The trees red, barchetta, roll the bones, mission, by-tor and the snow dog and lakeside park. sorry to name so many but there just small amount of songs i love.

[@42Mrgreenman]

Yeah, I think they'd get a kick out of Roll the Bones...It's so quirky with Geddy's pitched down rapping (They debated having an actual rapper on the track or possibly even John Cleese of Monty Python) but it still keeps the amazing composition and thought provoking message on the nature of luck and fate...the allegory in The Trees is pretty fun too..

[@blgoak]

@@42Mrgreenman I think they would definitely get a kick out of roll the bones.

[@32Inked]

Jordan smiling at the sound of Geddy's voice is the best thing ever.

[@cjr1324]

Absolutely love the lyrics on this one.

[@murdoch691]

I've never heard a 3 piece sound like a complete orchestra in respect of, shit man 😀 I'm 59 I first heard this band as a 15 yr old and they blew my mind fabulous band

[@douglaswaite9574]

"Rush is Everything" ❤

[@sumonjamal1653]

Rush has always been a trio - Geddy Lee (vocals/ bass/ keyboards), Alex Lifeson (guitar) & Neil Peart (drums/ lyrics)... since 1974. John Rutsey (drums) was the original drummer, who did the 1st Rush album; when Rush was signed in 1974 to tour the US for the first time, the managers were adamant that Rutsey had to go... He was a diabetic and had health issues - they were certain that he would not survive life on the road outside of Canada (John Rutsey passed away in 2008). Lee & Lifeson also felt that they needed a new drummer who shared their influences and drive. Neil Peart was working a day job and playing drums in a local band, when he was contacted to audition for Rush in 1974 for the tour... he impressed Lee & Lifeson and did the first Rush tour... They noticed that Peart read a lot and seemed very opinionated; Geddy Lee was not happy w/ his lyrics, so they asked Neil Peart if he could write lyrics for the band. So, Peart made his mark on their 2nd album 'Fly by night' in 1975, both w/ his drumming skills and lyrics. 'Closer to the heart' became a hit single in 1977 from their 5th studio album 'Farewell to kings', which became a platinum success.

[@ironheadgirl]

They were my first concert in 1978. Farewell to the king's tour. I was 13 and so impressed by them

[@chosanwan1510]

Signals was my first Rush concert, I was fortune enough to see them live multiple times throughout their amazing career. I was heartbroken when Neil passed away.

[@rwfrench66GenX]

We have something in common! My brother was supposed to take his girlfriend but he got stuck babysitting me so he took me to the concert instead of his girlfriend! 🤟😂🤟 He lost his wheels for a month and his girlfriend forever!

[@controlfreak3587]

My first concert was a year later for the Hemispheres tour. Best band ever!

[@carcarjinks1430]

geddy's vibrato is one of a kind. i suspect that even most professionally trained singers cannot do what geddy did in his prime, with those insanely fluctuating high notes

[@UrbanSwagger]

I remember playing this song on the jukebox at Mr. Gatti's Pizza back in the early 80s. Still get the chills on hearing it. Thank you for your heartfelt reaction.

[@billofalltrades2633]

What can I say .... It's RUSH ! Great tune!

[@grahamokeefe9406]

You should check out a live version of this. The whole crowd sings. It's absolutely hair-raising.

[@markyoung8163]

Artistry. Composition. The words you are looking for is "Technical Masters" Love some Rush!

[@peggylovejoy1866]

One of my all time favorites. Take a listen to Trees and Subdivisions...both amazing songs.

[@donjackson5522]

Yes! The Trees is by far my favorite Rush song. I used to play it on my college radio show all the time.

[@charlenevillanueva5139]

Yes Subdivisions is awesome!

[@rogerhuggettjr.7675]

Rush formed in 1968, the year I was born. I wasn't aware of them until the late 80's when Tom Sawyer came out. I worked with a guy that plays keyboards in local bands and drums at a high level as a teen and Neil is his musical hero.

[@tonygvanpelt1648]

You will be blown away with TREE'S... EPIC!

[@crhu319]

This and Trees are back to back on Three Sides Live with Jacobs Ladder also in there.

[@robertgreen6433]

It has always been 3 . The 4th would be original drummer John Rutsey who left after making the first album and was replaced by Neil Peart 2 weeks before Rush's first U.S. tour

[@garryleblanc4002]

Rush has always been one of Canada's many fantastic rock treasures.....R.I.P. Mr. Peart thanks for all great inspirations, both musically and lyrically. I hope you both get more Canadian content on. Our Lady Peace (Superman's Dead), Colin James (Voodoo Thing), The Barenaked Ladies (If I Had A Million Dollars), Blue Rodeo (It Hasn't Hit Me Yet) are a few to choose from that I know you guys will dig.... Peace & love to all from your friendly neighbor from the north.... 🙏❤️😎🇨🇦

[@elegantirony78]

I love the Cowboy Junkie's too. Margo Timmons (the voice) is amazing. Common Disaster is my fave

[@garryleblanc4002]

@@elegantirony78 I concur, they should be mentioned to J & Amber as well.....great an exceptional Canadian band, and yes such a unique voice....👍👍😁

[@tomasgonzalezmarin6118]

Great song from Rush. They have a lot of fans in all Latinamerica. Regards from Chile!

[@timmholl9238]

Rush is such a great band.

[@NoneYaBidness762]

One of my all time favorite tunes. RIP Professor.

[@davidmel2158]

Jay did you really mistake Alex Lifeson for John Rutsey? LoL ...... I'll give you a break bro. Thank you guys for playing an all-time RUSH classic. Off probably one of my top 3 albums A FAREWELL TO KINGS. 1978 the first time I saw them in concert as a warm-up band ...... blew my mind & my brother went out, literally, the next day & bought this new (at the time) release.

[@42Mrgreenman]

LOL, I hear ya...but yeah, we'll let it slide...I personally don't tend to really get to know the members in any particular band until I get "Into" them enough to start listening to full albums straight through...It's weird that the dynamic has kind of flipped over the years, back in the day, you would hear a song on the radio, buy the album, and listen to it straight through. But with streaming media, you can hear all the hits, then if you like them enough you can start going for deeper cuts...I'm a Millennial (38) so I fell right along that dividing line between albums and iTunes (or Napster and Kazaa in the earliest days)...

[@brettteeter3461]

@@42Mrgreenman Kazaa. Man, that’s way back. LOL

[@slainteron4027]

OOPS! lol

[@kevindohn6776]

You sure they were the warm up band? Because the Kings tour was the 1st time I saw them, and it was their first tour as a headline act, Max Webster opened up for them

[@kevinm4022]

as a canadian it makes me proud to hear you say this about the band. i mean you have the GREATEST drummer and bassist in the world and Alex guitar is so hypnotic. One of the greatest canadian trios. the other great trios is Triumph. you need to react to that band

[@karlsmith2570]

Actually Amber, Rush's career span is closer to just over 50 years, because their earliest hits were from the early 70's

[@estebanrivera4786]

What a beautiful way to lyrically say "we'll work on and through this together" when they say "You can be the captain, and I will draw the chart"

[@kengunter6903]

U can't go wrong with Rush. HOF band!!!

[@mikenaykki2173]

Rush is so Great so talented and great song writers ! Love Rush 🎤🎸🎸🥁😎

[@Agg1E91]

I usually prefer listening to, and seeing reactions to, studio versions of songs, but the added craziness they add to this song in concert is a must see. It's wonderful to hear this *very* extended outro with Geddy and Alex just goofing around with each other. When you can fit it into the rotation look for pretty much any live version of this song, especially late 80s-early 90s when Geddy could still mostly wail. You won't be disappointed.

[@larky368]

I will never forget the first time I ever heard Rush. They were on TV on some Canadian bandstand show and I saw this guy with long long hair and a schnozz out to here and I first heard that high-pitched voice singing "In the Mood" and I instantly fell in love with the band.

[@michaellockhart554]

Trees needs to be next from Rush 🎄🎄🎄and to qoute Dave Grohl, "who let's the drummer write the lyrics?" to which Taylor Hawkins answered "Rush does!"

[@davidbailey6397]

This song live used to be a staple for most of their concerts. Mid concert the lights would turn off and the beginning chords of this song would start . In the 70’s 80’s and 90’s that meant the cigarette lighters came out and the entire arenas became filled what looked like stars in the night . Still gives me chills thinking about it.

[@jeanstrickland2445]

Love the mood this puts you in ❤

[@greggooch241]

You like rush...heres another Canadian group that is amazing..they are called Triumph.and the song is called LAY IT ON THE LINE

[@rwfrench66GenX]

Great reaction! My brother Ty was 7 years older than me and started taking drum lessons when he was 6 so there was always a drum kit in the house when I was growing up. I’d read the lyrics on the album while he practiced and Neil’s words helped guide me into adulthood and even now I still find new meanings in his words. Please check out The Trees and pay attention to the metaphors and how they apply to what’s going on today. Big Money, Territories, damn, there are so many! My favorite is 2112. It’s over 20 minutes long and it’s set in the future when aliens have landed and rule the Earth and everyone wants for nothing, it’s not like they made humans slaves, but part of it is an actual tribute to music and it’s so beautiful! The real Easter egg is the last two verses. The first verse has 21 words and the last verse has 12 words so you get 2112. I hadn’t realized that for 30 years but that’s part of Neil’s genius! RIP Professor

[@loadedorygun]

It’s about integrity and honesty in your work and community. Neil was pretty obsessed and adamant about “doing it right” and doing it with thought, purpose and earnestness-especially in music. Keep it close to who you are.

[@kel2580]

And the singer was the bass player and keyboardist. Loving Rush like I did when I was young means I totally respect all that you say about music. You two are the best!

[@SijoArtLapham6381]

Here are some other Rush songs you may not have had a chance to check out yet: 'Manhattan Project', Bastille Day', 'Red Sector A' and 'Lakeside Park'.

[@sarcastomimic2683]

Art, I love Caress of Steel, every song is just a treasure!

[@chosanwan1510]

Manhattan Project is extremely deep. Only Rush could write a song about the creation of the atomic bomb.

[@827dusty]

Maybe my favorite song by Rush. One of their very first. I believe this is on one of the Albums made in the 1970s.

[@debbieplato5107]

Alex Lifeson is the guitarist. John Rutsy was their first drummer that appeared on their first album then was replaced by Neil Peart. There was never a fourth member. They have always been a trio.

[@Ranadkins]

They’ve always been a trio, but Jeff Jones was the original bass player. Alex is the only original member of Rush.

[@joenewman6939]

Love you guys by the way rush has always been 3 people never 4 just letting you know love the channel

[@ravenwind1062]

In some ways this song is their Flagship song. Not to says its the best but it represents what they, as band, always tried to do with each and every song and album. The philosophy behind everything they did.

[@starronin4580]

Alex once held the Guinness world record for fastest guitar solo ever before Eddie van Halen took it from him..lifelong fan, seen them live MANY times

[@TonyCallaway]

Alex, Niel and Geddy are Rush! No more! Thanks for doing this Reaction guys! Just do Time Stand Still. ❤

[@KingCobra1968]

5:50 Yes, the music from back then will always cast a shadow on today's so-called music.

[@jeffabbey5920]

The music and lyrics were just too epic for many to understand. Awesome and powerful. The best true rock band of the 80's. By far!!!

[@theodoreritola7641]

Rush was all ready popular before the 80s were in diapers lol, All in fun. Closer to the heart was released in 1977 , Its 70s Amber

[@jeffabbey5920]

@@theodoreritola7641 I know. In the early 80's this awesome group reached their stride and sound while competing with bands like Van Halen and ZZ Top, Rush is far superior.

[@fern]

Read this in another comment : "Rush may not be your favorite band, but it is your favorite bands favorite band" 😊 I'm a huge Rush fan and as much as Geddy's a vocal and bass monster, Neil Peart is the drummers GOAT, many of us will say Alex Lifeson is the most underrated Guitar God and deserves mention alongside anyone!

[@carlscribner]

Love Ambers passion for Rush. Amber stepping up like someone was talking s#!t about them. "RUSH is everything!" really got me.🥰 Please do a live version of "Workng Man"

[@rickthestiks9240]

that band is the closer to my heart.l.o.l over 20 studio albums.lots of choice,🤘🤘🤘

[@kenqb5450]

This song is rarely played, let alone reacted to. I love this song. The lyrics and musicianship from Rush is always top notch. If you can sit for 20ish minutes, I recommend reacting to the full "2112" song, I do like the graphic style video that they have, it is an official video that was released many years after the song originally was released. A powerful, unofficial video for "Red Sector A" cuts in scenes from "A Band of Brothers". I

[@Leogoth68]

Rush as been one of my favorite bands for a long long time. In 1991 my mom asked me what I had planned for the week. I told her I was going to a Rush concert and she replied " I was hoping you would out grow that type of music." I told her " Mom, you don't out grow Rush. You grow into Rush." Even at the young age of 21 I new I would only grow to appreciate them more as time went on. I'm in my mid 50's now and I was spot on.

[@pdog547]

You should do "Time Stand Still" - Aimee Mann sings backup (the only time Rush ever used a backup vocalist).

[@danielstandiford3240]

You know, i've listened to Rush for the better part of 35 + years. With all the music they produced as a group and never buying into outside influences trying to shape them like what happens when a band reaches a slow down. Rush, stayed within themselves to keep out the influence of corporate labels and greed. I believe they've always been one step ahead in giving us a sound that these 3 men gifted us. I was so fortunate to grow up listening to music in my opinion, an age of rock n' roll that will not be duplicated, especially when it comes to creativity, production, collaboration, and the artists ability to make big sounds when today's technology was nowhere in sight. Thank you to all for a lifetime of memories, RIP Neil Peart.

[@buzztp5119]

Queen of Country Music Loretta Lynn died today so lets go to 'Fist City".

[@douglaswaite9574]

Oh no!

[@douglaswaite9574]

Emmylou Harris, Red Dirt Girl, 🙏

[@lowriebean8140]

Possibly my favourite Rush song - certainly the first to capture my heart. I actually cried the first time I saw them play this live. 💕

[@detroitbrians665]

YES, the Frankfurt drum solo, please don’t just listen by yourselves it’s gotta be a reaction video!

[@JimiBurleigh]

I've been a Rush fan since early 1976 and the thing that grabbed me and never let go was the extreme level of musicianship of all three of them. Add the intelligence of the lyrics and there was no looking back 💯🤘. Great song message and the "answer", if you will, to the "problems" described in the title track of the album A Farewell To Kings. That's a good idea for a reaction, by the way 💯🤘.

[@billwieland8497]

PLEASE pay tribute to one of the legends... Loretta Lynn whom just passed away. RIP Maybe try.. *Don’t Come Home A’Drinkin’ (With Lovin’ On Your Mind)*

[@gregj1295]

Been following Rush since their first album in 74. I just love their early stuff and Getty's voice was at its best!

[@k.h.1587]

DD

[@k.h.1587]

Getty is a museum and a gas station

[@jeffk2526]

I would strongly recommend Big Money from Rush. Very relevant even today more than 30 years later. Of course, always having the amazing musicianship and Geddy's great vocals!

[@0okamino]

For a song about money to be more relevant now than in the 80s, that’s really saying something.

[@williammonroe1463]

Seen RUSH eight times.lucky enough to see them on their last tour.get this the last show cost more than the first seven combined.the are a great live band.the best i ever seen.

[@scottelement]

Another Canadian band you NEED to check out are “The Tragically Hip”. 🇨🇦

[@ashez2ashez316]

I’ve been asking for The Hip forever on here now. They gotta get on board here.

[@scottelement]

@@ashez2ashez316 same. They’ve liked a comment of mine when I mentioned the Hips’ last concert on CBC. So they are aware of them 😊