Geddy Lee Talk at the Oakville Center for Performing Arts

[@seaglider844]

Now that Neil is gone I'm going through all of these video interviews, documentaries and concert footage and find myself tearing up at the humanity, humour and musicianship these guys display. I'm so grateful for all the music and dedication they showed....and sad for the fact that we'll never see the three of them together again. But the great thing about it is they gave us a tremendous musical legacy....you can always listen to your favourite and be transported to a time and place.

[@bigdeal7043]

seaglider844 .....me too

[@chrisselby8787]

@@bigdeal7043 same here

[@toddo401]

I have to say that I am also going through old interviews and such. I would hedge a bet that there are many folks doing the same. I don't think I could add to what you've already said. You pretty much mirrored my thoughts as well. Prayers to Neil 's family and friends.

[@batman1169]

Great job, RIP Neil. Alex did say Geddy and himself hope to collaborate and make new music one day.

[@paulk8716]

I too believe that Geddy and Alex will make new music together now that Neil has passed. There will never be another Rush, but we still have Lee and Lifeson, they are not done.

[@TheAxeman2112]

Any interview I see with Geddy makes me realize what a down to earth humble human being he is. Knowing now what him and Alex knew it really is a great example of the stand up guys they where to keep that under there hat out of respect for Neils wishes. They where constantly asked about a reunion or whats going on with Neil and the have always been classy and respectful. With the passing of Neil and the out pouring of heartbreak I will never overlook what Geddy and Alex mean to me and be so thankful they are still here. I have never been more proud to be a rush fan then I am today.

[@badmonkey2222]

It's pretty simple honestly if you've ever had a family member with a terminal disease it's not something most people or families or friends or bamdmates announced to the world, it's not thier place, it's the human right to respect and privacy not only for rock stars but for just normal people which in reality we all are.

[@Vigilant_Guardian]

maybe Dave Grohl having lost Kurt Cobain can help them along...their musical way and do some new fun rocking inspired music the foofighter meets my favorite headache....home on the strange...lol good luck geddy and alex that goodness for Carrie she saved our friend Neil when he need someone she saved him..... we love you Olivia now go- out into the world and fill up your clockwork lives pages because we have a lot of stories for you to hear...fill the pages of the book of life... Neil filled my liitle book of 47years..

[@badmonkey2222]

@@Vigilant_Guardian I'm sorry but the last person i want to see behind the kit with Alexand Ged is Dave G no no and hell no lol i can think of 10 drummers right off the top of my head that Dave could not even hold a candle to his style just would not no no no I know you're probably kind of joking around there or at least I hope so I don't think Alex and Ged are ready to do anything at this point except mourn their friend.

[@Vigilant_Guardian]

me too... i'm just being optimistic that they will do something ...i would like to see Thomas Lang..hummm?

[@joeburke5520]

Amen, brother! Very well put!

[@tl4340]

I instinctively like Geddy. He seems like a kind, unpretentious, genuine, and interesting guy.

[@danielmoriarty692]

Just found this little gem. Geddy seems like a person who would be a valued and loved friend..even if he wasn't one of the most amazing musicians on earth. I've had a few close friends and even a best friend or two. I'm not too proud to say that I wish I could count him among my friends. What a class act. The world is a little better with geddy in it. What a wonderful quality to bring to our world.

[@ianbrough499]

The iPhone at the beginning was me taking a pic of Allan. I would post the pic but it wouldn’t let me. What a blast from the past. Thanks so much for posting the video!👍

[@mikel3188]

I lost my best friend to this disease last year so I think I know what Geddy is feeling right about now. Hang in there sir someday you'll both meet again and pick up where you left off.

[@shawnramos2946]

"Don't complain; don't explain..." What an excellent piece of marital advice! Thanks, Ged!

[@7389]

Thank you for posting this, Paulo. Wow, that woman's story about Vapor Trails and mentioning Neil must have caused a stab to Geddy's heart. It certainly did to mine.

[@loud7070]

The iconic Geddy Lee. This was an absolute pleasure to see one of my heroes out of character.

[@CusterFlux]

He doesn't flaunt it, but semi-secretly, Geddy's a genius … his views on how originality is developed @23:02 are well worth taking to heart

[@neilmaguire2283]

that was me asking the question at 47:40 man is a legend answered so amazingly

[@PAULOCNEGRAO]

That was a memorable evening. I was so impressed that Geddy was signing books until 11pm. What a guy!

[@neilmaguire2283]

@@PAULOCNEGRAO so down to earth

[@briankelly2337]

what a gentleman, rush of excitement, sorry this is the first time i have watched this video, so many good moments, just like RUSH.

[@jamesfraley2715]

Interviewers should be required to watch this brilliant example - great and easy interviewer who let's his guest shine.

[@dexterdog62]

Geddy would have my undivided attention just reading a phone book out loud. Such a humble and down to earth guy.

[@mikechafe419]

I was sitting in the front row at this interview/book signing. Very cool. Unfortunately i was last in line to get the book signed, Took 2 hours. Geddy was very tired but still smiling and graciously gave me a fist bump photo op.

[@malcolmlarri9073]

what a classy guy !

[@dadgad68]

Makes me even prouder of my idol. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@cecillegravelle2590]

wow. what a great interview.. I'm not a base person. but I listened to every word. such an interesting human being. so down to earth and personalable.

[@PiratesoftheLegobean]

Thanks so much for posting this! I live less than 5 mins away from here and I never knew this happened! Can't believe I missed the chance to see Geddy in my own town 😭😭

[@nealm6764]

Wow, thanks for taking and posting this video! Amazing. What a smart, engaging, interesting and kind man. I am not into bass guitars, really, but his knowledge on the subject is fascinating and engaging. His book is gorgeous and I am seriously thinking about buying it.

[@mightyV444]

Thank you very much for sharing this, Paulo! :-)

[@K.Straughan]

Listening to the wonderful Geddy, you can tell that thier music is like a coat that just fits them so well. Very rare that people make music that truly embodies them.

[@markgriz]

Not just a great bass player, a great storyteller to boot. He should do a podcast

[@malcolmlarri9073]

wow that would be great ...the Lee Lifeson pod would be hilarious

[@jimatyeo]

I love all the guys in Rush, their music and their humanity. RIP Mr. Peart. I have been a fan of Rush for about 35 years. I have about 14 of their albums and 3 DVD's of their tours. No other band I love do I have that many albums. So being a drummer and bass player I had to buy Geddy's book. It is a wonderfully laid out book. If you like instruments or guitars in general, you owe it to yourself to own this fantastic book.

[@jeffbaxter5918]

WONDERFUL! Thank you for posting this, Paulo! :)

[@aspalovin]

Just came across this one.....Ya, grieving rabbit hole of awesome Humans, aka Rush, darn....I miss Neil beyond words (well, maybe he could pen 'em) but we still have Geddy and Alex. These sweet souls will help keep Neil..and Rush's memory alive and well. My friend is a wonderful professional bass player and i will be buying this book as a gift to him for his next, long awaited album release. Luv ya Geddy

[@Vigilant_Guardian]

maybe Dave Grohl having lost Kurt Cobain can help them along...their musical way and do some new fun rocking inspired music the foofighter meets my favorite headache....home on the strange...lol good luck geddy and alex that goodness for Carrie she saved our friend Neil when he need someone she saved him..... we love you Olivia now go- out into the world and fill up your clockwork lives pages because we have a lot of stories for you to hear...fill the pages of the book of life... Neil filled my liitle book of 47years..

[@corvettelou9197]

Thanks for the video,my wife and I attended this book signing and we even made it on the video at the 49:11 minute mark..how awesome.

[@PAULOCNEGRAO]

It was a memorable evening. I was so impressed to see a rockstar of the caliber of Geddy signing books until 11:30PM. I was the last one in line for the signing and the guy was devoting the same level of genuine attention to everyone. That is what makes him what he is. What a down to earth gentleman

[@billbarton63]

He is such a cool, laid back guy.

[@briankelly2337]

Never forget the smell and the red lamp....thank you for everything....what a talent this guy is....

[@canadude6401]

Thank you for recording this. I was unable to make it!

[@BAJARACER43X]

I always had a great admiration for Geddy Lee, a great person to listen to telling great stories

[@davidwild4313]

Thanks for posting this. A very enjoyable and informative interview! I am jealous of everyone that got to attend. ;)

[@robwaites7047]

At what point did Geddy realize he was a living legend and one of the best musicians ever to walk our planet?? In which he managed to stay humble and an all around nice guy at that. Amazing!!

[@TheJoe66]

Wow, great video Paulo! Thank you so much for recording and posting this. It was like I was actually there! Cheers!

[@PAULOCNEGRAO]

Thanks for watching! Geddy is such a cool and down to earth guy. Very glad you liked it.

[@BrianTurner1971]

That's one of the best things I've ever seen.

[@PAULOCNEGRAO]

I am very glad you watched it

[@kushking420]

I always looked at the drummer being the "hockey goalie". I started playing drums 20 years ago when i was 11 and my friend next door already had an electric guitar for his birthday, so i asked for a drum set for christmas. 20 years and still going strong playing drums, just picked up bass guitar about 3 weeks ago. It's been about 10 years I've wanted to learn bass on the side and its so much fun

[@johnrule108]

Thanks for this! Two legends.

[@northeden8661]

Awesome. Thanks for the upload.

[@bobcooper5022]

When he explained the beautiful double-neck and mentioned Xanadu. I got so excited.

[@Jpriest13]

Almost expecting Geddy to tell the crowd when he walks on stage, "hey, listen we're just gonna talk...there's no concert, why are all of you here?"👍😉 They were actually three guys who were cool to like, even if they didn't think they were cool to like.

[@MonsterSound.Bradley]

I met him once at Steve's Music in the '80's. Very friendly guy. 🟥🍁🟥 🤘😎👍

[@anthonymcburnett6878]

A regular, articulate guy with an extraordinary talent.

[@edsmith5355]

Thanks for sharing this video, truly amazing. And way to crush it with your question, very, very funny!

[@lestudiomorin-heights9141]

Geddy is the man

[@juareztavora9250]

Paulo, gratidão por postar esse vídeo de um momento tão intenso com o gênio Geddy Lee! Eu tive a honrosa oportunidade de ver os dois concertos que o Rush fez em São Paulo. Rush é uma lenda. A melhor banda do universo!

[@rokinrandy]

.I didn't choose it, But I love the bass because of this dude.

[@marilyncatalano6478]

I love the way great musicians appreciate other great Musicians. Perfect example, hanging with group whom I just adore. How lucky is Dave. How lucky is Geddy!!! Neil😔

[@ericrobbins1058]

Great interview. Thanks for sharing.

[@lxdesign1]

that was awesome.

[@MrTriplenicklesix]

Great line... Geddy says, “Trying to be the worlds smallest symphony orchestra”. So funny, yet amazing how three musicians can create so much beautiful sound together.

[@matthewkantor]

I was at this show, great time.

[@UGuyU_]

angel of music.

[@kevincady5613]

What a great soul!

[@scottdunn2178]

My first two concerts; *Permanent Waves tour in Phoenix with .38 Special opening. *Moving Pictures tour in Phoenix with Max Webster opening. I was 13 and 14 respectively. The greatest memories from my youth.

[@kevinmcguinness1113]

Awesome guy, so down-to-earth, like Neil and Alex also came across in all the interviews I've ever seen. His clear OCD and single-minded, perfectionist, obsessive personality manifests itself in every aspect of Rush's music - thankfully, otherwise there wouldn't have been a Rush without it and we're all so glad about that. RIP Neil.

[@kirkpatticalma7911]

Very smart point - When OCD in effect creates great art.

[@bryanwilson6288]

I love RUSH; Geddy says my name at least 3 times! Bryan Wilson. Yes, I play and love the bass. I would want to hear Geddy play an upright double bass pluck and go, it would be awesome.

[@01FUMBLE]

Genius.......Innovative.... just amazing....fffffAmazing

[@teddys3558]

I’m sure there are millions of people who have had a Geddy sighting on the street or somewhere in the world but I met him twice once in the airport (YYZ) and once at Younge and St Claire and each time he was so gracious. He doesn’t appear to be a man of many words but all the same very kind. In the airport I was a total nerd and forgot that I was a 43 year old adult and ex pro football player (54 now) and ran up to him and I wonder if he thought, “Damn who’s this big black dude running at me right now??” 🤣🤣🤣 I just VERY nervously and nerdily said like a dork, “Thank you for creating such great music!” He graciously bowed his head and said, “your welcome sir.” Big deal to me but something I’m sure after meeting a gajillion people around the world he probably doesn’t remember. Lol

[@janicefrantz1831]

I met geddy and Alex after a Chicago show a few months before A Farewell to Kings came out. They couldn't have been more friendly to a small group of fans. Stand up guys. (FYI, Neil was there but he stayed in the limo and waved and smiled at us. Lol.)

[@teddys3558]

@@janicefrantz1831 he was in the limo thinking and writing...,🎵”I can’t pretend a stranger is a long awaited friiieeeennd!”🎵🎵😂😂

[@herostatus]

The best bass player in the history of rock and this guy is humble, polite and laid back. That is one of the most amazing things to me. Geddy is good enough that he could totally be an asshole, but he refuses to be one. Thank you Ged.

[@greatmystery11]

Damn, I'm from Joakville! How'd I miss this?! Oh yeah, I moved out West with the other Dodos. One of the reasons that I moved is found in the song Subdivisions by...RUSH. I would play some Tempest right now! (;

[@johnnyM809]

Brilliant musician

[@darrylmarable9050]

Been with them since 1974, first concert I went to was with Kiss at Omni in Atlanta. 1976 or75

[@markr.devereux2713]

Attended the last show on that KISS tour(san diego,CA late 1975) I was a rabid rush fan already. Remember my ears ringing for 3 days. Lol

[@sndrman]

This was recorded june 19 2019 and neil was close the then of his life

[@jimiplayscobo5877]

Well Canada we have lost two of the greats from this Great country we live in Neil Peart and Gord Downie. RIP may you keep on Rockin' in heaven :) Peace

[@Peterickenbacker1]

I think it’s maybe true that decades ago, bass may not have been the first choice of instrument to play. But players like Geddy, Ox, JPJ, Bruce, etc, changed that for many of us. I chose the bass, I adore the bass, and players like Geddy played a role in that. Luv u Geddy. Wish I could meet him. Dammit I live in Toronto lol!!

[@paulj0557tonehead]

FOR NEIL... If you could make any RUSH ALBUM INTO A FULL LENGTH ROCK OPERA FEATURE FILM which would you choose? Would you create a montage using material from different albums? Which ones? How would it play out? What actors/musicians would you like to see in it?

[@andyharman3022]

I was hoping that after Rush retired in 2015, they would produce a movie of Clockwork Angels. I read Kevin J Anderson's book Clockwork Angels, which was a collaboration with Neil, and it would make a great basis for a movie script. I unavoidably pictured Neil playing the role of The Clockmaker. If you haven't read Anderson's book, I strongly recommend it. It adds more details to the Rush album. And there are tidbits of Neil's lyrics buried in the text. (I sometimes had to stop reading it, because something kept getting in my eye.)

[@okguy1282]

When Geddy Lee talks......people listen! Thats is all I have to say.

[@ferchoarce]

You deserve a “thumbs up” for that last question😂😂😂 lol

[@PAULOCNEGRAO]

When Geddy signed my book he made a comment about my question. "Oh, you are the guy about the wife question! I gotta tell her about your question!"

[@SteveStockmalMusic]

16:01 “...and even drums” !!! Drummers: What are we, chopped liver? 🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪

[@davewalsh3885]

Ah the Traynor 2 X 15 with the 100 watt head was a beast. It could also be used as an exercise system.

[@raynic1173]

remember the single 15 with the flip up head? I once got shocked by it.

[@nyokoSalome]

11:00: "well i can't remember how many..." ;0 lol, DOS x2!! ;0 but, such a bril and wonderful thing you did, sir geddy!! :)... in that case, you likely helped preserve some serious history there!! :)

[@wbwillie]

springfield, missouri eh? i love that town

[@gilsky3314]

camera should have been further back to capture the back video in sinc with the conversation and gedde's voice couldnt hear bad audio mix

[@lonecedarfarm]

Wonderful

[@gmotionedc5412]

The Rickenbacker was his best sound and years. That moving pictures bass sound is geddys sound.

[@davidreichert9392]

Wanted to visit all the great baseball stadiums in the USA, ended up playing them instead.

[@Jpriest13]

Bob Daisley is actually one of my all time favorite players, and a great lyricist....you're welcome Ozzy.

[@andyharman3022]

Unsung hero, for sure. Thanks, Sharon.

[@joeherbert7555]

I'm surprised he didn't talk about Mike Rutherford and Genesis. He tells a story somewhere about seeing them back in 1973 doing Watcher of the Skies. I'm thinking that must have further influenced his choice for the Rickenbacker during the 70s.

[@brookemccullough7490]

❤️

[@neurom.d.6587]

@~28:28m...”I don’t know if you want me to explain every bass” (sic) ...no one is leaving Geddy...you MAY embellish on anything😂👍🇨🇦 @~41:43m...his SCTV reference is priceless- his true Canadian sense of ha-ha shining through. Dave G. is a great friend of all of the guys, I imagine he was one of the few privy to Neil’s condition. Geddy & Alex- I am sorry for your pain and loss of your brother. RIP Neil🙏

[@GreggRoberts]

The color shifting back and forth was weird. Camera needs a white light setting.

[@THEEUROPESTORE]

He should open a museum. His family wouldn't have to part with the wonderful collection.

[@PeterKKraus]

Geddy Lee Talks...

[@dtmania]

What was your question at the end? I can't quite make it out on my phone...seemed to get quite a chuckle.

[@raynic1173]

Something like, " my question's on technique, (so you assume it's about playing a bass) , what's your technique for explaining to your wife, for everything we see here?" (assume the large number of basses).

[@dieterhorn5851]

Bill Whyman is a very under rated bassist.

[@abelincoln5698]

sure is. Listen the album Some Girls for instance , and you can hear Wyman doing some really interesting and groovy stuff

[@nkmcfrln]

He's obviously one of your favourites seeing as you can't even manage to spell his name correctly.

[@abelincoln5698]

@@nkmcfrln why, man ?

[@nkmcfrln]

@@abelincoln5698 John EntWhistle?

[@8LOU_SKUNT]

Geddy hides Neil's sickness very well.

[@mikereiss4216]

Not Geddy's place to make that announcement. It's called respecting people's privacy.

[@vbassone]

good point. band decision obviously, and a decision made throughout the entire Rush organization.

[@badmonkey2222]

@@vbassone it's a human decision its called privacy and respect that every person has a right to it's as simple as that.

[@vbassone]

@@badmonkey2222 Yeah, I know, and that's pretty much exactly what i said and meant.

[@brucesmith9144]

They all did, and in retrospect, it was for the best. Another example of how Rush has been a class act.

[@raynic1173]

Geddy, I owned a early '70s all natural Jazz bass years ago, but I had to sell it for rent money. Do you have an extra one I could use?

[@brunobrocchi]

This video is awesome, but Paulo’ question at 58:30 gets me every time… hahaha

[@caryd67]

I bought the book even though I’m not a bassist. This probably sounds stupid and unrelated, but since Neil passed, I haven’t felt like I should open Geddy’s book; it’s still in the wrap. It’s like, “well, Neil is gone, Rush is gone, and now I have a little piece of Rush that I can protect from change” which is ironic since Neil wrote a lot about change.

[@andyharman3022]

Neil knew that we're only immortal for a limited time.

[@crominion6045]

58:00 Guy in the background with a row of seats all to himself thinking "nowhere is the dreamer or the misfit so alone." 😄

[@badmonkey2222]

Why is it Getty you said you didn't collect bases again? 🤔

[@almaguapa-sailboatliveaboa440]

Each Rush member is into other activities or hobbies just as intensely and passionately they are for music. They are definitely not drug or booze addicts. 😎

[@bonnerscott5374]

stones 12x5 great album mang!

[@jamiemoffatt50]

Geddy could play emmet otter’s wash tub bass and it would sound incredible!

[@truthneverlies4922]

Rush is the best , nicest musicians in the music world

[@doctornova3015]

Aye, he is clean.

[@leafamania1]

L E G E N D

[@Darrin.Crawford]

@0:58 - Toronto....NOT Brampton!

[@arfshesaid4325]

ahhh not totally certain but i think its a reference to old CFNY radio, probably the best station anywhere, most definately in Canada. At the time, mid seventies to early eighties, they broadcast from an old house on Main street in BRAMPTON. Great, great station back then that played an amazing variety of music. Thanks CFNY .

[@orange70383]

I couldn't meet him, if I did I'd be the 60 year old man with tears streaming unable to speak.

[@naamanpratt]

🥁💫🥁

[@pjet8042]

3:40, compares playing bass to playing goalie... and I did BOTH!! :)