Rush - Spirit of Radio

Performed live at Toronto Rocks 2003.

[@ludwigvanzappa9548]

No fancy costumes, no make-up, no spitting blood, no hotel room reckage, no one too drunk to play, no little girl tantrum, no drama. Just 3 guys on top of their game playing inspired music. That's what rock is all about, music!

[@thomasgilson6206]

and No Brown M&M's !

[@gerrigleason4877]

Right on!

[@lundyhill3012]

Wall Street Journal did a business bio on the brown M&Ms of Van Halen, you should read it. I think it was WSJ. Some business publication. Very specific reason that VH did that. @@thomasgilson6206

[@hollandsiregar7812]

Ya just 3

[@dutchsailor6620]

Trailer Park Boys kept them down to earth.

[@brandonlbartlett]

The most physically talented power trio in the history of rock and roll. Each one an absolute master of their instruments, and true craftsman of songwriting. There will never be another.

[@Number4lead]

I wonder how many calories they burned doing an average show.

[@vincentbrannelly8786]

@Rich Bridges Police ?

[@joshherrington1152]

ZZ Topp

[@anthemgunaether2914]

I was cheering your post on until I read the last line. Now I’m just a mess of tears. Because you are 100% correct.

[@BlakeNix]

All of these bands are great. Rush, ELP, the Police, ZZ Top. Exceptional bands with an incredible body of live and recorded work. I'm in awe of what we can click and watch. Great time to be alive.

[@coreykishman8833]

Alex is the most criminally underated guitar player in history. Simply amazing.

[@andrewwalker5974]

All three are on top form in this performance but for me Alex really shines here. His tone is amazing, the solo is fabulous, everything is just stellar. I would have left the show after Rush had played. Nothing can follow that!

[@pgfault]

Actually, AC/DC followed that. Would you have really left?

[@adampanarella9197]

Fuck yeah!!! AC/DC SUCKS!!!!

[@TheMapkiss]

@@andrewwalker5974 On January 31, ’69, Led Zeppelin opened for Iron Butterfly, then one of the world’s biggest bands. Led Zeppelin received such a resounding approval from the audience, which Doug Ingle, lead singer for Iron Butterfly decided to scrap the show. Reasons being are that Iron Butterfly was afraid that they can’t produce such an effect on their crowd… in their own concert…in which they are headlining.

[@kamakaziozzie3038]

@@adampanarella9197yeah u do quite often

[@alooga555]

Rush sounds like a band played by six musicians instead of three. Always amazing.

[@turning5462]

I feel the sound is cleaner with their 3. Bands with 6 it can interfere and play over the top of each other.

[@yankdiz]

I don't usually listen to RUSH but when I do, so does the whole neighborhood.

[@deankelley3026]

Best comment on here and I do the same.

[@Faktaunikdankeren]

@@deankelley3026 exact the same comment with me ( sorry for my bad english )

[@rocky5152]

Ok that was funny! Thanks for making me smile. 😀

[@mrspof]

Dude. Yup.

[@caveatemp]

and we wash our clothes too!

[@robertdestefanis992]

These guys are so efficient they even get their laundry done while rocking out.

[@joeomalley2835]

Bravo on that post :) Funny

[@1HUFFMAN]

Fokin eh man ^5

[@sridharsinghal1232]

Seriously why the washing machines? Are they the sponsors or something?

[@Mensch-et3xm]

@@sridharsinghal1232 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geddy_Lee#Unique_stage_equipment

[@weedmanwestvancouverbc9266]

But they mixed whites and the red shirts

[@robertrusnak620]

This 55 year old homegrown American thanks the boys of Rush for so many wonderful memories. Summer of 83 in the Cayman Islands and listening to nothing but the signals album. Spearfishing with no limits or restrictions , living next door to the BAREFOOT MAN George. I couldn’t ask for a better time in my life🙏. Be a good person and keep on ROCKIN’✊

[@user-xh8ii2hj6r]

Lucky you! Eric Underwood Class of 81 Downey High school California USA ♥️🇺🇲✌️

[@cowboysfan782008]

Also 55 and was turned on to RUSH, VH, and YES in 1979 by my 16 yr old babysitter who's dad was a big wig at Capitol Records. By 1981 my best buddy and I were so into Rush, namely 2112 that we turned down 2 free tix to see the Stones at the LA Coleseum with his uncles and a rented Winnebago, because to us it was like cheating on Rush. Never a big Yes fan, but bought the Yes Songs album, and like Rush you have to appreciate the level of musicianship.

[@user-xh8ii2hj6r]

@@cowboysfan782008 I worked on the Capitol Records building installing Terrazzo... Also in 91-92 round there I did Eddie and Alex's handprints in Terrazzo In front of the Guitar 🎸 Center in Hollywood...I got to meet them when they stopped by to see the work. Went to Downey High with James Hetfield ✌️

[@cowboysfan782008]

@@user-xh8ii2hj6r That's cool. I knew a couple older people that grew up in the Arcadia/Pasadena area that both saw VH way back when they still played keg party's. I thought Hetfield was Brea Olinda HS class of 81'. Not a big Metalica fan, so could be wrong.

[@user-xh8ii2hj6r]

@@cowboysfan782008 How funny...the only time I saw Metallica they weren't Metallica yet it was at a keg party in Norwalk! James went to Downey...he used to walk around playing music in his head with his head bobbing up and down...I never really was a big Metallica fan...I like em now more than I ever did! I was never in to screaming! ✌️

[@benkeel2966]

Neil Pert.......GOAT.❤ RIP brother❤

[@michaelbaker3598]

No explosions ..no laser lights ...not 50 dancers on stage.. just kick ass musicianship

[@paulp9274]

And a bunch of washing machines...

[@JT_1]

@@paulp9274 They might be Dryers :O

[@cjohnson1244]

What's wrong with laser lightss

[@vincentbrannelly8786]

colour run a huge problem

[@kamikariad]

Just pure talent and hard work rolling off stage like marine fog. I was thrilled to see all the young people in the crowd. Rush is timeless.

[@ichhasseamerika]

"Dont be sad the man died. . . Be happy the man lived." R.I.P Maestro. Update: Ok, guess we can be both. :'-)

[@southshore8911]

HEAR HEAR ! GOD SENT THE BEST TO US AND WANTED HIM TO COME BACK HOME

[@CCCC-cb2ty]

Celebrating his life. Love your comment.

[@gron1969]

Amen

[@jamesbaker8653]

Great comment!!!

[@delby66]

WOW!!!! Bob. I couldn't have said it better. I was lucky to have seen them live and I was blown away by this great band and especially, Neil's drumming. The maestro will live on...... in their music. RIP Neil.

[@jimdellavecchia4594]

You will NEVER hear 3 people in any genre of music sound as good or better than RUSH. Universally admired and respected by every musician from every style of music

[@isaac-2009]

Apart from green day

[@stevedavenport1202]

They are absolutely amazing.

[@vornado1896]

Nirvana?

[@howbigisyourlove]

Lynyrd skynyrd 1977 at Oakland Colliseum is truly the single most insane live performance in the history of rock .. check it out ... they were the GODS .. and shortly after that a plane crash killed key band members and altered the band forever ... I love RUSH and they are under rated but I doubt anyone in rock will dispute that Lynyrd takes the trophy ..

[@randy1388]

Can't agree more bro or woman

[@NVRAMboi]

Sometimes nice guys don't finish last. Sometimes they stay true to who and what they are and end up w/one of the largest and most loyal fan bases ever - while reaching the R&R Hall of Fame. Their music continues to age well. RIP Neil. Missed and never forgotten.

[@timmystips3935]

Indeed a sad day for Rush fans everywhere as we hear of Neil Peart's passing. The greatest rock 'n roll drummer ever. Period.

[@ojc2612]

Indeed a very sad day! RIP professor

[@robertganley2080]

Timmy's Tips RIP, the best

[@mikewalsh3755]

Angus Young lifted that lick for Thunderstruck

[@josephspott3132]

Here Here. So Lucky to have seen them. 1979.

[@N8russell]

what a great drummer/musician

[@forgedby2112]

If you never saw Rush live, I am truly sorry

[@brek8206]

forgedby2112 :(((

[@ilovecops6255]

in case you donk kow it, this vido is a composite of Rollig STon and soem cover band and vedoes effects.

[@VulcanJedi2006]

saw them at Worchester Centrum--1990--Presto tour---Paul Gilbert/Mr. Big opened. I was struck by all the visuals----and weird videos that played during the concert. It was cool--but noisy. Echo--y. Lots of parking lot--long haired stoners walking around. Not exactly what I expected--I guess I thought it'd involve more math and science or something. But---they were a rock band--lol.

[@richardfewer9348]

Listen, RUSH was the country we wanted Canada to be from the survivors of failed world before...make time to listen to Neil Peart’s lyrics discerning Christians

[@richardfewer9348]

Enjoyed the show nothing negative-RUSH-get it?

[@ChrisLengyelMagic]

I don't think another drummer will ever come close to Neil.. Rest In Peace.. Greatest drummer ever.

[@chagnonp7]

With Bonham,,.. ! never forget the greats.

[@Thunda1986]

There's thousands that can play like him, but they'll never have his mind

[@jackmurray764]

Buddy Rich?

[@garzplace]

@@jackmurray764 I'm glald someone elsle noticed that. Buddy never had the chance to play with a kit like Neil. Watch his "impossible solo".

[@MultiSkyman1]

@@Thunda1986 True. And one has to be lucky enough to find the "right" band to be in. RUSH was the perfect vehicle for Neil and he for them. You probably can find a 13 year old Japanese girl on YT that can play his parts note for note, but could she have written them and lyrics too?? No!

[@green917]

The paint it black lead in is perfect. Most technically proficient band ever by a factor of 10

[@RiverEdger]

King Crimson has entered the chat.

[@emirichan_nel]

the best thing to come from king crimson was some of their members working with allan holdsworth. king crimson severely overrated

[@loveistheanswer8137]

I’m guessing it was a salute to the Stones who were the headliners that day.

[@derricklafrance9440]

Awesome. Even better if Geddy would have sang this.

[@mqultra5150]

A nod to the Stones who would take the stage after Rush and ac⚡dc

[@LotsaFails]

Been a Rush fan for 40 years. Still, to this day, I am astounded at the sound three guys can produce. It's mind blowing

[@MoultrieGeek]

same

[@pierrchagnon7016]

So true, make me proud to be a Canadian.

[@horhaygonzalas3025]

Im 61 they still blow my mind.

[@idaho2ndgens240]

I saw them in '78 in NYC and was completely blown away that three guys could make so much music, just like you say. Incredible. Rock on.

[@jacintocarreno1468]

Notjing. Is sAme. Without you. Gary. Moore

[@kenneuts5491]

alex lifeson is truly one of the most underrated lead guitarists that never gets enough credit for his capabilities. great guitarist

[@firstskeptic1181]

Ken Neuts .....Without doubt.....Without DOUBT!!!....The man came up with some of the most difficult & WILDLY creative guitar parts EVER.....and he seems to make a mistake approximately NEVER.

[@VulcanJedi2006]

Jimmy Page praised him back in 1974 in Rolling Stone--but yeah. He did nerdy prog rock--but his chops were up to Zep 60s jam blues quality too.

[@Tick129]

I think he does, he's up there as legendary. Lot of progressive guitarists and other players gives this man props.

[@gemgrass2948]

Well stated!😎

[@kevwoods6827]

Very slow tho

[@pvaughn7908]

I've always been amazed that just 3 band members can produce all that full sound. Great band.

[@kevinb3307]

Check out Exciter, Ironically a 3 piece, and from Canada

[@stevensmith5160]

That’s exactly what I told the friend I was with the first time seeing them live in Montreal in the 90s at the Fomum

[@photoshoott2022]

Loved them in high school, we were even referred to as Rush boys, the entire group of us who enjoyed Rush sound. It was early 80s and now, I just turned 57 and still love the band and this song. So good, every time I hear that guitar in a beginning and right away it is mesmerizing how amazing this will be, this song and memories that go with it. Timeless and ageless music.

[@lukekelchner5471]

I still get compelled to holler a good “WOOOOOOOOOOOO” at the top of my lungs every time it ends whenever it come on in my car out of appreciation!

[@natev1956]

Only true Rush nerds truly appreciate the band.

[@DaveBuildsThings]

@@natev1956 Seen Rush at the since long burned down Summer Gardens in Port Dover Ontario along with Max Webster and Dan Hill. I also watched them play at BCI (Brantford Collegiate Institute - A local high school) a year later. I was a Rush fan long before anyone even knew who Rush was. Sadly there were no cell phones or video devices back then to capture the moment. At least I can still remember it at 65 years old. No band has ever stuck with me as much as this local Ontario band called Rush.

[@lovelacetunes]

@@DaveBuildsThingsI first saw them on the Fly by Night tour, opening for Nazareth. Who could have known they’d leave such a legacy? And a damn nice set o dudes, as well!

[@letsrockgold407]

I am 64 and I LOVE RUSH!!!! I have been a loyal fan for years!!!

[@susanepainter]

Two years later and my heart still aches. Thank goodness the music and Neil’s brilliance lives on!

[@MikeDMC2]

So happy we’re alive to see his brilliance & talent !!!! Lucky we are 🤗🥁

[@tomriggi9921]

@@MikeDMC2 fin A

[@kevinfodor3433]

Indeed!!! 😭😭😭😭😭

[@greenderp]

He does so much in just this one song, I'm sad he never let anyone know about his condition, like he didnt trust his fans to give him support thru it :(

[@S_M_360]

A lot of pain still

[@applesucks2633]

Three nerds that rocked the freaking world!!! A part of my childhood has died. Rest in peace Neil Peart

[@heidiheiberg8304]

Gave me chills reading your post, so cool everyone here loves this band we call Rush

[@zazenh]

Me too man.. Rush was my life, in my preteen years.

[@MrKastaway66]

Yep. Makes one reconsider what a “nerd” is!

[@johnlucio195]

I know what you mean, I was brought up on music like this thanks to my parents, who have also passed on, this is what got me into music, I remember air guitaring to Witch Hunt as a toddler in the early 80s

[@Driven22]

I feel the same, way. I'm so sad

[@sparkeyjones6261]

Back in the early 90’s I played this on my Sony Walkman while traveling on an old train from Kanchanaburi to Bangkok in the jungle during a monsoon rain. It’s still one of my most perfect moment 😅

[@RELorca1]

I can't still believe I was there in 2003. it was an awesome festival "SARSStock", one of the best I've ever been in my life with The Rolling Stones, AC DC, Rush and The Guess Who at the Downsview Park in Toronto, it was one day before my 23th birthday... What a day to remember !

[@migueltrevino7937]

Lucky you for being in this concert Miguel from Laredo Texas 🙏

[@loveistheanswer8137]

I was there too. Must have been 30 bands at least that day.

[@Craig-ib7gk]

Thank you, Canada, for giving us the best power trio to ever grace a stage. Good Lord, I love this band.

[@Vizzzionvideos]

Your welcome! And enjoy another perfect power trio from just down the street in T.O. I'm speaking of TRIUMPH of course! In~joy!

[@loveja1]

@@Vizzzionvideos You're welcome, from London Ont.

[@featherfawn9343]

So well said... !

[@dylanwesley3964]

The Jimi Hendrix experience

[@gmandersonjr]

SRV and Double Trouble was a 3 piece band for a long time. They never used eletronic instruments

[@amywhite9386]

Far to often Alex is overlooked due to Neil's greatness, but truly one of the greatest guitarist and my personal favorite. Rush lives on forever.

[@pierrchagnon7016]

Well like Getty Lee is a bystander, one of the greatest bassist of All time.

[@RJs_CC]

Certainly, but do not forget how good Neil was, that is why that happens

[@nellymann]

Kinda hard to overlook when there is only three of you...

[@knivesoutbitch]

@@pierrchagnon7016 can't think of another musician let alone bass player who can sing and play like geddy.

[@sciroccoR]

it's too not to; but, yeah. they were ALL perfect.

[@michaelflaherty1358]

Three musicians at the pinnacle of their game. Neil Peart's drumming is off the scale. Incredible group. RIP Neil.

[@freak6042]

A lost age. I am so glad I lived thru and experienced the greatest era of Rock & Roll.

[@amigareeves9279]

2020 RIP Neil Peart sad day for the music world

[@madmaxxx9711]

The best drummer I ever saw

[@amigareeves9279]

Me too saw him at r40 most recent and did not fail to amaze me by far the G.O.A.T in my eyes

[@ianlegg7794]

RIP. A sad loss

[@caindonaestrada8560]

😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@jeneeblatzer4441]

Literally! 🎶

[@relungwikanti]

2019 anyone? Still Rush!

[@mynameislove7605]

Hell yeah buddy 🎤😄

[@k1e1n1t1o]

No one as tight. No one as put together like Rush.

[@missunderstood8445]

relungwikanti Yes!!!

[@blacklakegaming2808]

Still listening!

[@johnoktavec]

feb 16,2019 rockin out friday night! RUSH FOREVER!

[@christophergarcia5240]

I can't tell you how many times I have watched this performance and it stills amazes me! Simply put musicians are rarely this good at their instruments! What a perfomance and incrdeible sound

[@chrisweber7460]

The first time I see washing machines on stage! Excellent! I love Rush! ♥

[@eriff1971]

If you didn't air drum to Rush growing up then your childhood was missing a little something special. RIP Professor 😥

[@doyleperkins4916]

How they start out with the Stone's "Paint it Black," which musically and magically transforms to "Spirit of Radio" is SO ROCKING...IT HURTS...LOL! LOVE THIS PERFORMANCE.

[@mikewelch4673]

They ripped that opening

[@diabolikmitchell2960]

Wow. I could've almost gone for a full version.

[@starby7043]

@@mikewelch4673 Listening to this song from 1:50 on it seems that Journey - Don't Stop Believin' is a rip of this song :) (did not go through all the comments if anybody else spotted this)

[@robertthomas5736]

It's Musically Fascinating

[@mickeymisa9350]

so so true.

[@tjjones5729]

I fondly remember listening to 2112 in the 70s. No better album to experience while stoned as a kid!

[@shannobailey2917]

Never will there be a band like Rush, never a boring concert!

[@drvannozzun]

Thanks Rush. Most consistently perfect band for 40 years. I’m glad I lived through all of it, it has been a pleasure.

[@michaelfisher7835]

I went to do laundry and a Rush concert broke out.

[@audunisaksen4670]

I went to a Rush concert, and got my laundry done. :P Sure sad about Neil's passing. A giant on drums, a great lyricist, fantastic musician, and just a really nice bloke!

[@michaelfisher7835]

@@audunisaksen4670 I know. I just heard about it today on Rick Beatos channel. So sad.

[@shanghunter7697]

And then, i just found out Neil Peart just passed away. True story !

[@michaelfisher7835]

@@shanghunter7697 Yeah.....sad day.

[@jamesbaker8653]

Yeah, why the washing machines??

[@mtlnascarfan]

One of the most beautifully-written and HONEST pieces of music ever produced.

[@TheKimchipower79]

I love how Geddy is looking at his best friend, so proudly killin it with his solo. They’ve played this in front of thousands so many times before, but you can see the pure enjoyment they have. I respect that so much. Amazing musicians!

[@tjordulf]

I was once driving in a city in the North of England, it was summer, got window down and I'm rockin Tom Sawyer at concert volume. Guy in car behind me in slow moving traffic, purposely cuts into the bus lane to my left, so he could pull up to my left window, to ask, who the hell is that? It's AWESOME, he was a young Indian /Asian guy. I told him, the song and the band, he thanked me and said, he's checking them straight out when he gets home. I was so proud, that hearing a Rush tune being blasted out, hearing the amazing drum fills and pure rhythmic punch, that it moved someone to have to have THAT band in their life. Yeah, I was proud to share Rush.

[@JamieSuzanne.]

😊 Great story!

[@johngrunwell6101]

That is a dream for any true Rush fan. Thanks for sharing!

[@philly9957]

I had the same thing happen to me in Alaska but it was a Tragically Hip song in the early 90’s... a bunch of Winnipeg kids in a hockey tournament had the the music stores sold out over night because we were playing hip at a party.. made me proud.

[@roguewarr4662]

Singing from the Kings English yyz

[@marcushaupt1564]

Tom Sawyer is the most popular Rush song where am I in Brazil. Of course Rush as done Rock in Rio so they're known here.

[@ryankenyon5010]

The thing that blew me away about Rush shows was the joy. People left their egos and cynicism at the door and were JOYFUL. Although I'm saddened by their departure and Neil's death, I feel incredibly grateful and fortunate for having experienced their magic.

[@BobbyGeneric145]

Ryan, my old boss was a huge Rush fan... He said they came through here in Tulsa Oklahoma back in the early 80s and there was literally 100 people in the entire arena. He was worried they would cancel the show, but instead Rush played for 3 solid hours as if there were 30,000 people present. Best show he ever saw.

[@kylemccourt663]

So true! They loved what they did and their joy was contagious. Rush fans are so chill. I have been going to every concert of theirs since Roll the Bones and I have NEVER seen a fight at any of them!

[@kylemccourt663]

@@BobbyGeneric145 That is freaking insane! I would love to see a recording of that show. It doesn't surprise me coming from these gentleman though. They are very humble dudes.

[@lisaevans1346]

Well said

[@chrislee7704]

magic is the right word, pure magic

[@savage1254]

Another 3 CANADIANS rocking it to the heavens. These 3 guys are probably the most talented musicians ever to hit the stage. Exit stage left boyz!!! Gods of Rock, and every other musician thinks so as well

[@GYM-Tom]

Best live Rock video of All Time!

[@detonator2112]

Neil Peart was more than just a musician. He was an extraordinary genius.

[@OTCRock4one]

detonator2112, (160) is considered a Genius level, but Neil was close but sorry not genius IQ. Neil Peart IQ Score: 150 | Celebrity IQs. The average score on an IQ test is 100. Most people fall within the 85 to 114 range. Any score over 140 is considered a high IQ. A score over 160 is considered a genius IQ.

[@shaughnziech2193]

detonator2112 Vinnie Paul Abbot said God on drums

[@dishowie4692]

@@OTCRock4one 70-79 Cognitively Impaired 80-89 Below average intelligence 90-110 Average intelligence 111-120 Above average intelligence 121-130 Gifted > 130 Very Gifted Percieved IQ

[@tonylalangue6243]

He puts it differently. He said he kept learning throughout his musical life. I am glad that some, like Todd Suchermam, have decided to follow where he led.

[@markohalloran5937]

Totally agree. His lyrics were phenomenal and worthy of literally prizes.

[@BobLoblah561]

I never understood why Alex Lifeson isn't ever included in top guitarist lists. Dude can shred a guitar as well as anyone. Also RIP NP

[@ViisHnu7]

Agreed he can absolutely shred

[@commiecrusher]

He is one of EVH's biggest influences, yet he gets no recognition.

[@Tull1996]

I agree 110%. I see SOOO many comments on different bands/musicians on how they are "So underrated" ....and they'll be talking about people that are ALWAYS getting accolades from just about EVERYONE....... THIS is finally a case where I think you can say that Alex is criminally underrated......I very rarely hear his name brought up when discussing great rock guitarists.....and I don't know why.....he is an extremely talented player.....unless maybe he just gets overshadowed by Neil (RIP) and Geddy? Either way.....I'd like to see his name in far more "great rock guitarist" conversations......Not to mention he seems like a great guy personally, too.

[@adanacman666]

but he isnt ,its just it was long ago,there was a time all 3 were in the best lists all the time,Alex is recognized by his peers which means way more...

[@mrbouncelol]

Tbh i think he is well known. I'm a millennial who has barely listened to Rush but I recognise his name because I play guitar and he's a legend

[@vinny3639]

New Years Eve so many times Maple Leaf Gardens so many memories Thank you Rush!!RIP Neil you the best!

[@albundick2530]

Neal and the one man that can switch it up with Neal perfection, I'm still banging on my stirring wheel. How about y'all in 2024?

[@Imasurvivorhopie]

There will never be another 3-man band like this one. RIP our beloved drummer. You are now with your beautiful daughter and wife. ❤❤🥁🥁

[@joewins8710]

Tightest three man band ever. RIP Neil.

[@medmac2112]

Tightest band ever

[@lilorbielilorbie2496]

Joe Wins I don't know about that , that little ole band from Texas is pretty tight as well. ZZ Top.

[@russe19642]

@@lilorbielilorbie2496 yeh,at least you can headbang and dance to zz top, this mobs all over the place

[@peterridehalgh1909]

Give Rory Gallagher a listen. He had a big influence on these boys

[@joewins8710]

@@peterridehalgh1909 I sure will!

[@MrLouislaf]

And with Mozart on the drums. Pure genius.

[@LuciferMornStar]

It's a rare achievement to sound better live than the studio recording. But the boys hit a home run on that day! Alex was on fire 🔥!

[@deadspace2121]

THEY LEGIT HAVE ACTUAL WASHING MACHINES ON STAGE?! I FUCKING LOVE YOU, RUSH!!!

[@BubbaZen10]

They're special spin cycle amplifiers.

[@Ryan5259m8]

+BubbaZen10 my amps are actually rotisserie chicken powered, great tone!

[@tillman40]

They get housekeeping done for the next show

[@andrewb6832]

stop it, they have too. do you have a chicken that does basting? rock on man

[@larryholcomb2165]

They fill the space where the bass amplifiers would be. Somewhere along the line, Geddy started running his bass directly to the soundboard and to the PA system.

[@fernominal]

Awesome Bass player! Awesome Guitar player! Awesome Drummer! Awesome Lyrics!! What A RUSH!!!

[@aleksandarfrick2656]

But weak voice of singer

[@rhondahofman5316]

This song is a classic, and it will always be played from one generation to another.

[@allanleidholm4450]

The most talented and practiced trio ever in the history of rock.

[@kdee8166]

Just so damned good. Brings me to tears, tears of joy when I listen to them. RIP Neil.

[@redrumck81]

Glad I'm not the only one!

[@carewser]

Me too, such a great song and band

[@11palomito11]

BEFORE THE END OF THIS CENTURY YOU WILL REST IN PEACE??, NOW YOU REST IN PEACE??

[@kdee8166]

@@11palomito11 ???

[@chrislee7704]

RIP

[@johntomasik1555]

Me: Son! Is that you playing Spirit of Radio at this time of night? My son: Yes, dad. Me: Well TURN IT THE HELL UP!!!!!

[@herminiobirriel6997]

Rush is forever

[@ExpTube1969]

LOL. xD

[@ladyttoesmcgee5106]

LMAO 😂👍🎸🎹🥁💃

[@David-ps2er]

The professor was the best drummer ever 😢

[@WilliamDurrant-km4gd]

Ya think 💬

[@Jovian721]

When something we love & is near and dear to our hearts is suddenly gone 4 ever = heartache . So I raise my glass to Neil Peart #1 4 ever. Accept no substitutes

[@gordorr9259]

RUSH is one of those bands that will be with us forever.

[@stevepowell1651]

Unfortunately I

[@gfff3400]

I can't say I care much when an entertainer dies. This news brought tears to my eyes.

[@lisaevans9489]

Still crying....

[@Skankhunt-sc8fk]

Me too

[@jeffcote6649]

I'm the exact same way. Peace!

[@AnnaMarieM418]

guess nobody will care when you die either

[@petekaz3089]

😭

[@canadianbacon587]

Canada…the way it was in all its glory with one of the best bands to ever exist. Perfect. 🤘🇨🇦

[@cheshike]

They have played this song thousands of times and they all look like they are having the time of their lives.

[@ags5696]

How are Geddy Lee and Neil Peart always talked about but people barely talk about Alex? He is a phenomenal guitarist!

[@stuartewoldt1513]

Ya know I was guilty of the same thing until I was board one day and just decided to dig into Alex. You statement is true

[@luiscosta5678]

this is the best trio band.

[@ianharrison2490]

And funny

[@paultorgerson8776]

It's like peoples ears stop working when he plays. I simply don't get it.

[@markdziadulewicz6160]

People who know talk about him.... He's a rare gem and so innovative...

[@johnpelletier7641]

The great Rush can play to half a million people in their hometown and get their laundry done at the same time.

[@Branflakes1522]

John Pelletier they cooked their dinner during time machine

[@andyrix54]

multi-tasking

[@peternewman3487]

John Pelletier, I just hope that they used colour catcher in their washing machines.

[@patcom1013]

John, they're in no rush either.

[@MrUsermister]

Alex have been eating too much of dinner recently ...

[@horace218]

Best live music clip on KZbin. There's no one like these guys. Period.

[@adamsons2890]

Corey Hart is a much better musician

[@GYM-Tom]

I totally agree with you. Best live music video on KZbin!

[@michaelwilson1020]

Just 3 great Canadians doing what they do best....kicking ass

[@michaelnicholas9239]

I just can't stop watching this. Must have watched it at least 50 times so far. These guys are rock wizards! One of the greatest live performances I think I've ever seen. I saw them in Worcester, MA in 1994. I didn't realize how lucky I was at the time. These guys are truly a gift to the world!

[@jasonouellette2436]

I was there at The Centrum. Candlebox opened up for Rush

[@jasonouellette2436]

Counterparts Tour!

[@brentdavis4867]

Centrum was a great venue for Rush also Boston, just big enough to have an good view everywhere. The Garden was atrocious to see them but good sound . First concert 1980 last concert I saw was 99 an concussion took away my ability to ever see them live again .

[@mrbass1310]

I hear you brother. Im over here in Australia, they never toured here bit I saw them in Seattle 5 years ago.

[@sciroccoR]

9 years earlier. g/p!

[@michele_daniella]

RIP Neil Peart - thank you for everything!!! ♥️

[@WelychkaBill]

Was there and I will remember this set for as long as I am alive!

[@delaney6689]

With RUSH, their rock is like funky rock. It has a real rhythm to it. It's not hard edged, which I find grates on my brain, sometimes. One of THE best rock bands in the World

[@vincentbrannelly8786]

RIP Neil . Thanks for everything.

[@RGauci]

I'm no Canadian, but have to say that Neil Peart deserves a monument in a prominent place in Toronto, he was a true heritage. RIP man!

[@hellobooom]

A bronze statue of him playing his drums. It's the least we could do.

[@hockeyteeth]

There's a petition fully signed to put one at Lakeside Park in St. Catherines, Ontario. It's literally twenty minutes from my house and I'm in New York State. ... I live on the border in Niagara Falls.

[@WalterFrith]

He was born in Hamilton, Ontario so there should be something there as well.

[@matnichol]

Go Bills It passed. They’re renaming the pavilion to Neil Peart Pavillion.

[@matnichol]

Neil Peart Pavilion 1 Lakeport Rd, St. Catharines, ON L2N 5B3, Canada goo.gl/maps/kVKAZoZ9NbhK1jxi9

[@19nervousbreak]

I was there. Imagine seeing Neil Peart meeting and shaking hands with Charlie Watts right there from The Rolling Stones. The 2 greatest drummers in the WORLD. Then Rush breaks into such a strong but tasteful version of ‘Paint It Black’. Neil, playing Charlie’s song with such respect and effort. Such power from just 3 musicians. It made me so proud to be Canadian, to see our best band projecting to half a million people. I’ve kept the photo of Neil and Charlie shaking hands. Both the top of their class, and against all odds in the music industry- both are mild mannered and do not seek out fame. You have never heard of either of them in the news for outlandish behavior. And now - tragically, both have passed away. I count myself so lucky to have been here.

[@Tim_Takacs]

I've been going to see RUSH since 1976 - Now with Neal gone no more RUSH. It makes me very sad ! I started taking my son to see RUSH when he turned 15. He misses them too.

[@scottrussell2281]

I didn't even realize he'd been ill. What a staggering loss. RIP Neil Peart. Definitely one of the greatest of all time!

[@doogan1971]

No one did publicly

[@PotatoDrummer208]

@@doogan1971 I think Geddy unknowingly dropped hints about Neil. Every time someone asked him about Neil in interviews, he seemed to get a bit down. I think he knew about it and tried his best to keep it a secret

[@stoojinator]

He's was very private man.

[@jimkelly7890]

I read that he had been battling cancer for almost 4 years. Such a sad loss. Best drummer to ever pick up a pair of sticks. RIP bud

[@josephmcnamara434]

Scott Russell ... the best

[@delby66]

My god....one of the greatest bands to ever exist. A 3 piece rock band with such an astounding sound. I'm 66 now and I grew up in the 70's and was a massive progressive rock fan. I loved Genesis, Yes, ELP etc. etc. Then these guys came along and they blew me away. Rush are right up there with the bands I mentioned. BRILLIANT!!!!!!!

[@abelecolleen8713]

3 magical musical musicians.. Nothing compares! The best ever!

[@alwillig]

Few have taken such care at their craft. I'm so thankful to be alive at the same time as these 3.

[@nonsense1558]

RIP Neil. Your greatness will live on forever!

[@lisaevans9489]

Just crying...one of the best

[@nonsense1558]

@@lisaevans9489, yes he was. In this video alone we can hear the greatness of Neil's drumming.

[@olben1095]

The overwhelming human tragedy in this is that a young daughter has lost her father, a wife has lost her husband, parents have lost their son and siblings have lost their brother. We grieve for our loss, but theirs is by far the greater. Neil Peart. What comes to mind? Integrity, honesty, loyalty, humility, compassion - all things that make a good human being. The talent was on loan from a higher power, but he had the spirit for that blessing to be bestowed upon him. Thank you Neil. Alex and Geddy, thank you for the opportunity you gave him to follow his passion. We are forever grateful.

[@electrablue4220]

Nice Eulogy. Just one thing I have to say though is HE lost his Daughter and Wife a long time ago. Read the book ""Ghost Rider"" (excellent) I can't write all that it's aboutb, but basically Neil travelled 55,000 miles on the back of his bike in 16 months in search of himself and a reason to live after he lost his daughter and wife😢

[@rhoho2217]

@@electrablue4220 The Eulogy was about Neil's second wife who he had a daughter with. Both are still alive.

[@electrablue4220]

@@rhoho2217 I'm feeling hostility in your reply. My comment wasn't meant to be sarcastic at all. I really meant ""nice Eulogy"" it was written nicely. I didn't know that you were talking about his second wife and daughter. But anyway that book is fantastic.

[@alanarnold6649]

@William White I'm guessing you don't get invited to a lot of parties.

[@timothydyck6989]

@William White William didn't take his psych meds and now look whats happened to his brain.

[@owenmartin1509]

F'ing brilliant! Got to see them 4 times live. I feel sorry for the future generations.

[@seanreavie2520]

When I first heard this song, I imagined an entire backing band, multiple guitars, etc. For ONE man to create both rhythm and lead at the same time is astounding. For three men to create multilayers of this sound is more so. Good lord. How? How do they do this?

[@nicolemackenzie9175]

RIP Neil Peart 🙏 Thank You for incredible music 🥁 May you forever RIP ❤️

[@patknight9922]

This is just...… music. Pure music..... Takes my breath away.. EVERY version....

[@guslapinski4854]

This never gets old. Makes me proud to be CANADIAN!

[@bodeghost]

Too many glorious memories flood my mind no matter what RUSH song is, playing. What a legendary time & just perfect music, in my opinion! Continue to Rest In Peace For All Eternity Mr. Peart! We will NEVER forget ANY of you! Thank you for the decades of such impactful music! 🎶

[@nikkistixx9750]

The most talented rock trio of all time!..... absolutely amazing. What a privilege it’s been for me to be able to grow up listening to Rush because my dad showed me who they were. As a kid I listened to “old” Rush, and now as a man in my mid 30’s I’m able to Rock out to brand new Rush albums from my decades!!! Long Live Rush! RIP Neil Peart and everyone keep Believing in the freedom on music!!!

[@johncozzi6939]

Rush and Cream. 1a and 1b

[@armcchargues8623]

Speed changes, timing changes, key changes, tempo changes and never ever a missed note. These guys are absolutely incredible. They were in 1981 when I went to my first concert - Moving Pictures and they were up to the end.

[@jacquelinec.6785]

I Also Saw Moving Pictures 🎙️I believe for $12.50/$13.50 ish▪️Not sure exactly all of my things are in storage at the moment 🌟

[@josephmcnamara434]

A&R McChargues my ticket was like 12.50.... And They Rocked!

[@oldhikinthesticks4524]

Back in 75 they were way ahead of their time and a lot of people didn’t get their music. Their music will take you around the Universe and back. I’ll Always Love RUSH.

[@sbentsen2714]

Wow what a privilege, good for you!! :-)

[@jasong9371]

I never heard 12 instruments played at one time sound so good. Only Rush, man!

[@victormoon2349]

How in the world did 3 guys put out such a sound? I cant comprehend it.

[@theincredibleiveys5920]

Rush will always be the best rock band ever R.I.P Neil

[@jimgrider1504]

3 members just doing it right for this 71 year old.

[@DG-yf5pt]

UFO 👽...

[@DG-yf5pt]

See you soon 😘

[@DG-yf5pt]

Ships if sales man

[@DG-yf5pt]

Aaron's Nolan's

[@roguewarr4662]

This was your music , i'am 66 ,can't wait to get to 71 and make that statement ,keep rock'in even with ear plugs

[@davemccall9408]

Amazing they still had so much enthusiasm playing a 1980 song, and ferociously! Geddy and Alex, so underrated (except with us, the fans)......Neil was just a beast! Cool Stones intro to boot.

[@devilsoffspring5519]

It's hardly just another '80s FM hit. The Spirit of Radio is a timeless classic.

[@jamesbowen2105]

They could barely stand this song so they made a point of enjoying mocking it while playing it. Fitting S it was a mockery of the pop rock genre in and of itself!

[@benjaminhawthorne1969]

Now, I live in a rehabilitation center and am planning to buy a CD player. When I do, I am buying "Permanent Waves" for a 3rd time, along with "Clockwork Angels." RUSH makes me happy! 🤗 RUSH is my favorite band of all time! 😍

[@zudemaster]

Rush - The only band that does your laundry during a concert.

[@nightstalker2217]

They can also cook chicken and feed the audience

[@seancarter8875]

This performance is the definition of TIGHT. RIP Neil

[@paulmakin6422]

Sean C everything totally on point.

[@dons4665]

Y’all might watch to check the dryer. It’s been running for years. Luv you guys, all three of you ❤

[@JeffPfeifer-sd1sm]

Pure joy RIP Neil Peart my friend ❤️