I LOVED THIS!! First Time Reaction to Rush - "The Spirit of Radio"

[@metoo7557]

R.I.P. "The Professor" Neil Peart. He gave us so much with his talent, and will always be missed.

[@RobertMcdaniel-z5r]

Amen to that

[@cristobalcoletogarcia6266]

Sure we miss him 😢

[@TrapperC2112]

And he wanted nothing in return for his efforts, aside from his own satisfaction. An absolute man among men.

[@wintermoondardar1277]

Every time I see this video and I see the empty drum kit at the end, I still get a lump in my throat. Sadness.

[@ole-mortenlind5415]

them was professor

[@Cadinho93]

Their disdain for the business of radio was shown when the label asked them to make a more radio friendly album, so they released 2112. A 24 minute epic that is not radio friendly, but a masterpiece. These guys embodied artistic integrity. Also, the tempo changes and style changes in this song are meant to signify the listener changing the radio stations.

[@MarissaM312]

This line always gets to me… “But glittering prizes and endless compromises shatter the illusion of integrity.” Neil Peart was an absolute genius. Great reaction to a great band, Stacey. ❤❤❤🙏🙏😊

[@gregsteele806]

"Caught in the camera's eye. I have no heart to lie. I can't pretend a stranger is a long awaited friend."

[@rranger1014]

@@gregsteele806 Limelight?

[@gregsteele806]

@@rranger1014 Yep

[@JPMadden]

"For the words of the profits Were written on the studio wall Concert hall" A reference to lyrics from "The Sound of Silence" by Simon and Garfunkel: "The words of the prophets Are written on the subway walls In tenement halls"

[@rranger1014]

@@JPMadden killer

[@cityhonors1]

😔 That last image gets ALL of us teary eyed. 🤗 You are NOT alone. 🥁 RIP Professor 🙏🏿🐰

[@rel8ivity]

im noooot crying ur.

[@johnandrews3568]

Every. Damn. Time. Someone's cutting onions.

[@MattIon]

I was about to say the same thing.

[@scott3744]

"One likes to believe in the freedom of music But glittering prizes and endless compromises Shatter the illusion of integrity... yeah"

[@michaelschroeck2254]

2:59 Donna helper was the DJ that introduced the states to Rush. She was looking for a “bathroom song” which was a song long enough to start, run to the bathroom, and get back before it was over. She dropped the needle on Working Man on the Cleveland radio station and the rest is history.

[@moecrew88]

at 8:37 on the neck of the guitar it says 100.7 which is the frequency of the radio station WMMS where Donna Halper worked.

[@rranger1014]

@@moecrew88 wow!!

[@boblapham]

​@@moecrew88 I wondered if that was the one. 102.1 is also listed which is CFNYin Toronto. By now, I'm sure everyone knows they were known as "The Spirit of Radio".

[@FritzMonday]

Stacey, every Rush fan around the world, shed tears when we lost Neil. RIP Neal !

[@williamdemerchant7295]

The first one.​@@glennjpanting2081

[@SnowDogisVictorious]

It's the first one. PS - Many fans, myself included, choke up whenever we see this video (which was produced within a year of Neil's death).

[@TheeGymWarrior]

You are definitely a BEAUTIFUL SENSITIVE SOUL Stacey 👌🧡. Your reaction to the final "farewell" to Neil says a lot about you. Thank you for sharing the REAL YOU with us.

[@SergioSBloch]

I told my self I wasn't going to cry this time.... but yeah that end gets me every time. Who is cutting onions????

[@mrkrinkle72]

They're right, the radio introduced us kids to every kinda music in the 70's! I miss those days!

[@peterkarargiris4110]

Well done Stacey. You are a breath of fresh air here on KZbin - taste, beauty, brains and a kind heart to match.

[@alan2112drums]

What an impressive reaction. You conveyed the emotion most Rush fans feel in the most genuine and respectful way. Focusing on the empty drum kit is, to some, the most important part and it was beautiful how you demonstrated that.

[@brianreaume7060]

Been a Rush fan since the mid 1970's. A band like none other, PERIOD!! The drumming/percussion and lyrical abilities of the Professor Neil Peart are unmatched in music history not to mention Geddies bass playing and Alexs' guitar playing prowess and personality. No matter my age, Rush will always fulfill my need for damn good and meaningful music!!!

[@kennethozzimo2374]

Been a fan since early 70's myself!

[@scottlaughlin9897]

Those Transitions is why they are the Kings of Prog. Rock. FLAWLESS!!! You need to watch Neil’s drum solo live in Frankfurt.

[@tomburns7544]

It doesn't matter if you don't have the proper music terminology or whatnot. It is perfectly clear to me that this music moved you. This was a great reaction. Thank you!

[@youropionmattersnot]

You remind me of a girl that I pulled out of a stampede at a Rush concert at the Toledo sports arena on the moving pictures tour. General Admission on the floor. The crowd got to swaying back and forth. From fun to people getting knocked over and trampled. I just remember watching this girl fan in front of me getting knocked down then getting trampled. I grabbed her hand and pulled her backwards out of the chaos. "Thanks for saving me".... I'll never forget that moment. We enjoyed the rest of the show together. Wonderful night

[@michaelpincus5213]

One of the things you seemed to enjoy, but probably didn't understand the reference - Pirate Radio. Back in the day, the BBC only played pop music for a short time during the day. So to pick up the slack, some enterprising folks set up a radio station on a boat far enough off the coast that they were in international waters and didn't have to live by Britain's broadcasting rules. There's a fictional movie based on that, 'Pirate Radio' with Philip Seymour Hoffman, also released as 'The Boat That Rocked'. I haven't seen it in forever, but I seem to remember it being entertaining.

[@terje4392]

The Boat that Rocked is a very funny (imo) movie, well worth a watch for sure.

[@LarkspeedNL]

It's also how a lot of Dutch radio stations started, Radio Veronica for instance broadcast off shore for 14 years between 1960 and 1974 before shutting down when the laws changed and eventually reopened as a legitimate radio station that still operates today

[@mycroft16]

The movie was reasonably accurate in capturing the tone and spirit of the people involved if not every fact. Pirate Radio was such a huge deal in music history. A lot of underground music came out of London in that era and the decade or two that followed.

[@fcocartin]

Hey Stacey! Rush is a band with a dedicated following. Their music is complex and requires a certain depth of appreciation. It's like appreciating a fine piece of art-the more you understand, the more you get from it. They used to be called "The three-man orchestra," with each member bringing something irreplaceable to the table. "The Spirit of Radio" is a classic. Rush is just Rush. They deliver in every album. Geddy on the bass and keyboards is amazing and is recognized as one of the best in rock. Lifeson's guitar playing is wonderful and Neil, of course, is considered the best drummer ever and an amazing lyricist. I saw them live in 2007 in Houston. They kick off the show with "The Spirit of Radio." I have that memory stuck in my mind! Thanks again, Stacey, for another great surprise reaction! Cheers and keep it up! Thanks!

[@timneale5657]

One of my absolute favorite lyrics in any song "One likes to believe in the freedom of music, but glittering prizes and endless compromises shatter the illusion of integrity" and I love they reference all the great DJ's that started it all, especially Pirate Radio (what a fun movie too ). The early DJ's were true rebels and played what they wanted. Wolfman Jack had to broadcast from Mexico, Pirate Radio having to be on a ship and off shore and all the other Pirate radio stations dodging regulators.

[@theG-man-p2h]

Rest In Peace, Mr. Neil Peart. Not only navigating his incredible drum kit, but also composing the lyrics for all of these amazing songs!🎶🎸🥁

[@rodneyhansen6151]

I got to see Rush live once - talk about Spirit of the Radio! They played for two hours and they were all songs you hear on the radio. It was hit after hit after hit; total Rush party and it was the jam. RIP Neil. ❤

[@jim3780]

Their most beautiful song is The Garden live with a backing orchestra.

[@derrickparran]

Beware its a Heartbreaker

[@TJS-ms5gm]

"Some people are meant to CHANGE THE WORLD for the BETTER.".... Neil "The Professor" Peart was one of those people. No Cap. PERIOD. MIC DROP 🎤.

[@patrickhascall7401]

Your sensitivity and the emotion you showed at the end brought tears to my eyes. I grew up to Rush and they have always been my favorite. I saw them in concert five times from my childhood to shortly before their final tour, and I am in my 50s now. I met both Alex and Neil at different times in my life and they were nothing but incredible people. Geddy is my idle and the reason I started playing bass. Someday I hope to meet him as well and thank him for all the joy Rush has brought me.

[@Alberto_1965_BR]

This song was my introduction to Power Trio in 1981 I became a fan at that moment and Rush is my favorite band Your reaction moved me a lot and your definition of the band was perfect.

[@kevbonett]

This was the 1st Rush song I ever heard, way back in the early 80s. Still gives me spine tingles every time I hear it! Another great reaction.

[@russhfan]

Been a Rush fan since the 70's. Always heartwarming to see a new generation experience them. 3 perfectionists in one band.

[@dgmaffi]

My morning song! A great song to get your blood flowing before a long day! "Begin the day with a friendly voice......"

[@christopherlerch4554]

It means so much to me that you found RUSH and dig them as much as us older fans do! I got hooked on Moving Pictures in 1982 (my friend Paul turned me on, thanks Paul!) and I've been a fan ever since, and saw them many times live over the 90s - 2015). I'm a drummer and Neil was an inspiration to so many of us out here; Anyway, if you like RUSH, you might want to consider checking out and reacting to YES as your next musical adventure (if you haven't discovered them already!) - Anything off "Fragile" or "Close To The Edge" - it will blow your mind (and you'll hear the influence they had on RUSH). Thanks again for your reactions to RUSH \w/ !!! Rock on Stacey RPG

[@GhostRider-yu8ym]

The signature and time changes alone in this song are just amazing. I think most of us who grew up with the early days of FM music had that one DJ who was the Spirit of Radio for us.

[@JoeCole12]

Our local college WVU had a station and I think it was Friday nights the DJ would play a deep track or even an album side of something not main stream.

[@Xtro-1098]

Keep pumping out great content stacey 👌🏽

[@sbk4me]

Just the idea that Neil came up with nearly all the lyrics for the songs and created the tight knit web of all three musicians. It showed forth in the details of his playing. For the others to equal the talents of his contributions would always push the boundaries of their individual styles. Outstanding musicianship...Thanks! and continue to explore...

[@robmartin7768]

CFNY-FM (4:09) was a Toronto radio station with the positioning line: "the spirit of radio". An independent station with an eclectic approach to music programing, and yes Rush was well represented there. Many of the names in the video are of DJ's we listened to in the 70's and 80's. Growing up in the area and listening to this song now always brings me right back to that time.

[@johnandrews3568]

Was? CFNY is still on the air and hasn't stopped. I listen to it every day.

[@bobcarn]

Sometimes in concert for a while after they wrote that song, Geddy would do the little hand thing at the same point in the song you see in the video. It was an odd little thing he'd do and part of their charm. People in the audience would do it along with him. This is one of their classics. It was instantly loved and embraced by the fans and is one of our favorites. It's also the Rushiest of Rush songs. It has every quirk and trait they're known for, all crammed into one fun and tight little package.

[@Hornsfan64]

He’s prompting the audience to clap.

[@tenminutetokyo2643]

This was the very first rock song I ever heard. On a bus on my way to high school. I thought it was awesome.

[@whey4u]

I remember my brother practicing bass and just jamming this song at 6 am before school. That was my introduction to Rush and I’ve been such a huge fan since. LOVE THIS SONG as it always brings back that childhood memory!

[@TheOutcast05]

Two great quotes I will always love about Rush- 1) "The only three-piece that can sound like an orchestra" and 2) "The greatest guitarist, bassist and drummer in Canada, and they all wound up in the same band." My fav band, my fellow Canadians, and three of the most talented musician in the world :)

[@SergioSBloch]

Not just great musicians but they have been amazing ambassadors for Canada. Always proud of being Canadian and such humble people. They always wore their Order of Canada pins proudly. I can't think of any other band that has gone on for so long without any conflict and attitude between them. Bothers in music and eternal friends.

[@jimschlatman215]

I found your channel with your Pink Floyd reactions, excited that your getting into some Rush, one of the greatest bands to come from Canada, amazing talent! Love your reaction videos keep them coming!

[@AndreDavila]

Always listen to RUSH with lyrics on or on yr side. WELCOME TO #RUSHFAMILY

[@supobostarman]

1980: this 19 yr old drummer heard this song for the first time, and already a Rush fan, but was so blown away by it that I new I had made no mistake choosing this as my favorite band! Your description of it was so perfect in every way. RIP Neal. Thank you for your amazing gift to my life. I was so blessed to have been alive during their long and wonderful career. Perfection personified.

[@adrienbelliveau6823]

I've yet to see someone react to The Spirit of Radio and not smile. If you watch a live performance you can see Alex pick the bass part with his feet while Geddy is clapping hands over his head. When you get around to Rush again, I would HIGHLY recommend Limelight - the live performance from the Snakes and Arrows tour. It's outstanding.

[@ttrails1]

I just found your channel and have now watched 4 or 5 of your reactions. I can honestly say I have not witnessed such an intuitive response to our music from a young person until now. Thank you for your great reactions!

[@doorofnight87]

Wow, that was an amazing song and one I don't think I had heard before. Thank you for bringing it to my attention and I loved your reaction and engagement and also highlighting what the band members were each doing!

[@katskillz]

She was right on that they musically constructed the song to be reminiscent of the old school variety of music on the radio from one station to the next. Also the opening guitar part is supposed to sound like crackling airwaves.

[@KreshDraven6]

Always have fun with your reactions 😄 Rush became one of my favorite bands really really fast. Such an unique bands with brilliant musicians. Permanent Waves, which features this song, is a banger, but nothing beats their 70's stuff. Highly recommend the songs Something For Nothing or Anthem. All high quality songs

[@unclemark1643]

Three musical geniuses playing three different perspectives on a song, and their combinant sounds make a fourth, the finished project. Absolute craftsmen of the highest order. Often referred to as "the thinking man's (and woman's) heavy metal band". Neil Peart (Pratt) - Drums and percussion: The Professor Geddy Lee (Dirk) - Bass, keyboards, Taurus pedals, etc.: Beer Scientist Alex Lifeson (Lerxst) - Guitars, acoustic guitar, mandoling, etc.: Beer Tester Just three humble hosers . . . like . . . they're Canadian eh! RIP Professor. You are dearly missed.

[@dannyropero4216]

Great reaction to the greatest band of all time!! This song parallels the experience of surfing various radio stations, emulating various styles of music. BTW, the little lobster hands, is a thing Geddy did live. It was a rare moment when his hands were free (no bass, no keyboards), but was still singing and playing keyboards with his feet (moog pedals).

[@patrickmcevoy5080]

People forget that Alex was often playing pedals too - that was another dimension to their big live sound.

[@dannyropero4216]

@@patrickmcevoy5080 Oh yeah, he even briefly played keyboards live for Time Stand Still, but he also had alot of his own effects pedals, like the Flanger in the opening of this song, and the wah wah during this solo. Most underrated and awesome guitar player!!

[@Rob-oy2hr]

I love all your reactions but especially your RUSH reactions they are my favourite band!!! I love how much you appreciate the talent and musicianship of Rush.When Neil passed I wept like a baby, your reaction with the empty drum kit got me 😢

[@dmgallibond469]

Great reaction, Stacey. You nailed the theme of the song when talking about the transitions. This is both a tribute to the power of radio, and the video is a tribute to the early DJs back in the days of what was known as AOR (album-oriented rock) would play Rush for audiences that hadn't heard the band before. I believe those specific DJs were mostly in Toronto, which is the band's "home town" (if memory serves). Great music should always bring an emotional reaction if you have a heart, and I think the little tribute at the end of this video brings a tear to the eye of every fan. We are blessed that we lived in an era when we can hear their music, and the sadness we feel when remembering Neal has passed reminds us just how much the music of this band has meant to us over the years (or even over the last few months for fans like yourself who are still discovering their catalog). Keep up the great reactions!

[@DanielCarrera-c9t]

I listened to this 1.000.000 times when I was young, today maybe it Was the Best because of your reaction !!! Saludos from Barcelona, Spain

[@angelokritsilas775]

I have been suggestion RUSH for over a month now . . I am thankful that you are reacting to this band . . . Thank you!! These are Canadian Musical geniuses . . . The best of the best!! Good luck in going down this wild rabbit hole. . . Keep going . . Your channel ROCKS!!!!

[@PatrickORourke-yz3xn]

Thanks Stacey - this was great and I love how much you love these guys. I'm 59 and got to see them 3 times over the years. What's next? I never saw Geddy do that one hand clapping thing before this video, but I read somebody say he did that with one hand to get the audience to clap. I think he was playing keyboard with the other hand.

[@shannonherb2048]

At five minutes in she was hypnotized. Music is enough but add video and we are all but a few are making hand puppets. RIP Neil. Love Rush and great reaction.

[@ChrisLegner-qp1yh]

It's simply an awesome track. Incredible transitions, lyrical heft, and amazing musicianship. Will always remember how blown away I was the first time I heard it.

[@jasonlouis697]

You're reaction to the changes in the song...chef's kiss. Also, great catch about the changes illustrating changing radio stations.

[@rayvanhorn1534]

YES! Oh yeah....this is a freakin excellent piece by one of the best bands ever!! 🔥😎🤘🔥 The lyrics, the amazing sound from their talent...coupled with this fantastic video.

[@agnichatian]

Something tells me you'd like "Jacob's Ladder". Though not as popular as some other Rush tunes, it is emotionally appealing in a unique way.

[@kennethozzimo2374]

Definitely!!

[@geronim0189]

Bonjour Stacey ❤!!! I so like Rush 😍!! Thanks for this song 🤩!!! Perfect as always !!! 🥰🥰🥰🎸🎸🎸

[@Collin-k1i]

They were SO AMAZING live!! "Spirit" and "Freewill" are my two favorite Rush songs!!

[@iMacMan54]

What a lot of people didn't realize the first time they listened to this version of the song was it was made by the band after Neil's passing in 2020. According to Neil, "it was actually written as a tribute to all that was good about radio, celebrating my appreciation of magical moments I'd had since childhood, of hearing 'the right song at the right time." BUT, there are references to what was bad, especially from the record companies..."....Glittering prizes and endless compromises"..........they just wanted quick, short hit songs so the "salesman" could get them out & make more $$$...."The words of the profits are written on the studio walls....". As always, RIP to "The Professor".

[@lawrencescottjr1619]

Stacey, it is so heartwarming to have a new Rush fan in our community! Welcome!

[@trevalarose8155]

The US Army band did a cover of " Time Stand Still" as a tribute for Neal Peart. It always makes me tear up.

[@leannlaplante3643]

Many of us grew up on the randomness of music from our favorite radio stations. If we were lucky, we had our friends or our friends had the albums of our favorite bands. A playlist was not part of our music experience until we could record on to cassettes our favorite songs. Today, my local rock station is corperate owned. It doesn't play live versions like it did. It only plays a fraction of the songs and artists it once did. I never hear Love to Love by UFO like I did. Sadly, the experience of learning about music and bands can mo longer be found on it. Small towns seem to have more freedom on their airwaves. I love that! Thank you for reacting to this.

[@96g20t]

Beautiful reaction to Rush. So many great albums.

[@yoyartube]

My big brother showed me this record when I was a kid. Watching you discover this music and enjoy it brings back a lot of memories. I'm not crying you are crying.

[@GhostRider-yu8ym]

Stacey, if you want to watch a great clip of Neil, watch his Drum Solo from Frankfurt. You will see the genius of the man. It is long, but so worth it!!

[@loganbruin]

Geddy made that hand gesture to get the crowd to sing along, but instead they did it back to him. It became a thing. 😂

[@1968luch]

I love that you love this band. So much more to explore. You should look into their friendship and you’ll know why they click the way they do.

[@RockinMamaT]

I grew up in a town outside Toronto and they lived in the next town and we were playing in the park and heard music coming from the factories and we climbed on the dumpsters to watch in the window and saw them rocking out making the most impressive music we had ever heard. They saw us and came out and talked to us about hockey (cause that's what we Canadians do 😂) and we talked about the music they were making and their cars. Geddy and Alex gave us guitar picks and Neil gave us drumsticks they were so down to earth and humble. I saw them live years later and also saw them live in Toronto in front of 500,000 crazy Canadians at Sarstock. Try Battlescar from Max Webster and Rush. Great reaction and Peace out 🙏 ☮️ ✌️

[@bobdegagne1625]

What town was that ?? Alex and Geddy grew up in Toronto ( north York to be exact ) what town are you talking about ?

[@JohnCividino]

They were equally good live, with every song being played note for note! To top their music off, they were/are phenomenal people off stage... no attitude or narcissism whatsoever! They always had the utmost respect for one another, as well as each other! There are reasons why they are referred to as the best of the best...

[@zackkullis5555]

I loved this reaction. Please don’t feel bad expressing emotions. Much love, and beautiful reaction.

[@dakotamo1]

i love the fact that you are loving the music i grew up on!!!!

[@scottdaily7448]

Stacey, great video reactions. All your videos show how open and emotional you get watching and listening to each group and individual for what they bring to the world through their music. Rush has been my favorite group since 1980, having heard 'Circumstances' on the radio and wearing out my cassette tape on my Walkman, back in the day. Neil is a once-in-a-life musical magician, sorely missed. I want to suggest you watch a video of their last concert tour in 2015 : The R40 Tour. The song is 'Jacob's Ladder', and it's a song they very rarely played in concert.. I hope you enjoy..... And keep smiling..

[@lychtho6771]

i want to thank you for great Rush reactions. Knowing a little of your Twitch background I'm frankly stunned by how serious and well thought out your reactions are. Don't worry about knowing music technicality; you are very good at describing how it makes you fell and that is more important to me. Remember that Rush lyrics (mostly written by Neil Peart) are very important. btw I think you'll find that Rush fans are some of the nicest people on the net. Because they would never want to disappoint the fantastic gentlemen of Rush. Welcome aboard.

[@markusreimann602]

One of the best songs from rush! Thank you very much for your reaction

[@sean---the-other-one]

Rush would often think very deeply about the lyrics that Neil was creating and then try to capture those words with the soundtrack of the song. In this instance, as Neil was talking about the almost miracle of radio being able to provide music in your room or your car (think back to living in a small village in a rural area a few hundred years ago - if you didn’t have anyone with an instrument or musical education you’d live entirely without music beyond singing), and then shifted into the issue of trying to honour music by creating original songs in a system that often rewards following where others have gone. To illustrate his lyrics the opening guitar riff and tone evokes Morse Code over telegraph lines and static-y AM radio. Then they have this incredible burst of a drumroll with bass and guitar tumbling along to imitate the sound of changing stations on an old car radio, especially with the fact that the music changes genre from before that drumroll to after it.

[@wpjohnston0213]

Two things: First, this video was created only 6 years ago, a long time after this song was created. The video is absolutely incredible, fun, dynamic, and one of their absolute best songs ever. Second, just 3 guys to make all this music is almost impossible. The music is complete and you know these three life long friends have created a forever legacy. 300 years from now, their music will still be awesome. Finally, during the 70's and 80's - tons of songs were created as 3 stanza songs - in other words - songs which would blend different genres and take you on a different journey than where you started. Some examples of this are Paul McCartney's Wings song Band on the Run, The Beatles song A Day in the Life, and Pink Floyd songs from Dark Side of the Moon.

[@truckrboat]

This video was put out after Neil’s death in honor of their brother. The duck hands teddy does in the video was something he did during the song live when not playing his bass. Neil’s playing in this group wasn’t just a back beat keeping time, his drumming was another instrument helping to tell the story of the song, thus his massive drum kit with so many different sounds

[@jeffgray9943]

I cannot be the only Warning fan patiently awaiting your reaction.🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤😮😮😮

[@thespacealienssmogandgrog4283]

You're not. Stacey's late to the game on The Warning. Love her Rush reactions though.

[@justme2]

8:55 That high-pitched piano,....I love it!

[@adam872]

One of the all time great songs and yes most of us have to wipe away tears every time we see the end of that video. What a remarkable man.

[@robertcrawford1791]

One of the rare songs that’s even better live, no surprise since RUSH is great live. The version on Exit Stage Left is incredible!

[@angelokritsilas775]

Great reaction!!! Good job!!! You are learning about RUSH!!! Study them . . . Best of the best in Prog rock!! They will grow your channel!!

[@kevincamp2913]

This is quintessential Rush, high energy, high spirit and technically masterful. No shame in the feels. we all feel it with his loss. A song that really drives home the loss, "The Garden", last song on the last album.

[@SurvivorBri]

This is in my top 5 fave RUSH songs. Your reaction is intelligent and inspired 💙

[@paulfromt.o.7384]

Cool reaction. Glad you are digging Rush, a once in a lifetime last of their kind band. I was fortunate to see them live 13 (lucky) times, all here in Toronto their hometown. I look forward to more of your unique reactions to this great band!

[@kivimik]

I'm impressed how the animation of the drums especially is accurate to the recording.

[@jimobrien8806]

If you listen to the lyrics and music it is a truly joyous song. You cannot help smiling when you listen to this song

[@kenbourne8011]

My first Rush show was in 1979 as they prepared to go into the studio to record Permanent Waves. They played Spirit of Radio and Freewill but in slightly different unfinished versions than they finally were on the album. I walked out of the show as a Rush fan for life.

[@Gordy63]

Absolutely my favorite Rush song. The musicianship is otherworldly (as usual), but I am particularly awestruck by the drum work - so fast and precise - particularly on the ride cymbal.

[@Gordy63]

Have to add this note - I wrote my comments before the song ended. So funny my “fast and precise” description was repeated by you!

[@roba7737]

You exactly nailed the changes representing different radio stations. Great insights.

[@danb2020]

Bob Coburn & Jim Ladd got started on a station called KMET out of LA. I grew up listening to them. May they R.I.P.

[@mightyV444]

The very last part of the video clip always gets to me, too. I've loved Rush since '89, but I was still surprised by myself bursting into tears when hearing the sad news of Neil's passing. As for the "lobster claws", Geddy had indeed done those during numerous live shows, with the audience doing them back at the band 😀 No deeper meaning, just an alternative to hand-clapping, I believe 😊

[@Tarkus1957]

Neil Peart drum solo live in Frankfurt, once heard never forgotten. Thanks for another great video. Rush were one of the greatest.😊

[@Pixelologist]

Neil didn't just play the kit, of course - he also wrote most of Rush's lyrics.

[@brendan3307]

Another fantastic Rush reaction. What has alway struck me with this song was the brief transition to Reggae. Shows their connection to the music scene (Bob Marley was huge in 1980) and how a rock band can enjoy many type of music and acknowledge that. Thanks for this!

[@deuceb1gal0w]

Damn it, Stacey! Your reaction at the end made me cry! 😂😭

[@winstonhewett6679]

The song was released in 1980, the video was made around their R30 tour, (~2004).

[@martinarscott3524]

I miss 70's and 80's radio, I also miss Steve Wright, a radio presenter who did an epic afternoon radio show from '89 when I was out and about on the road as a telecoms engineer!

[@MikeGradyPDX]

You really get Rush! I ❤ that! I went to school with 2 of them, and watched them form the band. Much appreciated reaction!!!

[@dsomerville5293]

Yes. Jacobs Ladder is moving and memorable

[@davidgainsford9925]

My all time favorite rush song

[@ChrisFreund-rt8rf]

I saw them live twice.Just a fantastic band! And every bit as good live as they were in the studio.