Neil Peart - Bravado

[@wickedcurve]

Neil could talk about the process of making a great batch of popcorn and I'd be on the edge of my seat hanging on every word he said...

[@acm1350]

Steven- you just made me guffaw. I totally agree with you.

[@adenihil]

Yes... And you know it would somehow be the best friggin popcorn ever made to put those Reddenbacker guys out of business!!

[@drummist515]

lol

[@danmiller2940]

That would be the best popcorn ever.

[@stephenperry779]

Peartcorn..It actually pops in 5/8 time.

[@Stogie2112]

Though he's just a memory Some memories last forever

[@Metal-Possum]

Roses are red, violets are blue, I have Alzheimer's, cheese on toast.

[@toddfisher7960]

@@Metal-Possum Wtf does that have to do with anything?

[@jamesmehaffey7611]

@@Metal-Possum dick

[@MeAndTheBoys_]

Well,memories last only as long as the people who experienced the memory when it happened. After that,who gives a fuck.

[@MeAndTheBoys_]

@@Metal-Possum I like turtles.

[@narq5099]

"And if the music stops, there's only the sound of the rain All the hope and glory, all the sacrifice in vain And if love remains, though everything is lost We will pay the price, but we will not count the cost." Rest in peace, Neil.

[@adamwarlock5286]

I hear ya brother

[@garytackett8426]

Thoughts on the Rush In Rio outro?

[@LP5369GT]

@@todaystomsawyer That was his gift, saying so much in so few words.

[@davidcheckosky6844]

one of my favorite Rush tunes. in all the Peart writing after his death, I was sad to hear that this was, "quote" not one of their better tunes! totally disagree!!! beautiful lyrics, beautifully sung, with crisp Neil and some awesome power chords from Alex. simple, powerful and original, and SUCH a thrill to hear Neil describe his process. oh, how we effing miss him. :(

[@Torgo1969]

The day that I heard of Neil's death was the start of 3 days of steady rain in most of the MidWestern US, including here in SE Michigan. I don't know if I'll ever be able to listen to this song while alone without tearing up a little. Or a lot.

[@pierguidopriori7378]

“Suddenly you were gone, from all the lives you left your mark upon”. Thanks for all.

[@richrundel3153]

It’s amazing how he uses the drums to support the vocals. He was truly an artist

[@johndardi1334]

That’s what made him so great. Even when there were no lyrics like in his solos the way he played was so musical. I can listen to Neil’s solos and never get bored. Other drummers not so much.

[@the6ig6adwolf]

More likely, Geddy was supporting the drums with his vocal phrasing. Drum tracks are recorded first, and while Neil wrote the lyrics, it was Geddy who was in charge of lyrical patterns and phrasing.

[@mmckenzie9367]

Farewell “new guy”.

[@midnightfm87]

I am so devastated with the loss of Peart. He was a beastly drummer and lyrical genius. Hope he found his wife and daughter in heaven waiting for him.

[@oldskool4572]

Not to mention the wife and daughter he left behind...

[@midnightfm87]

oldskool yes absolutely thank you

[@renatosantos3]

Jackie and Selena already were waiting for him in the Spiritual World.

[@remembertheblacksabbath]

Thanks for getting me choked up today!!!😭😭😭

[@greatmusicgoodfeel826]

OatMaGoat well spoken, For not meeting him he did shine .He left us all a gift of his talents

[@BrendaNelson-ll4ls]

I Love this song. Thank you, Neil for writing so many profound beautiful songs. You are very much missed.

[@stickswinger2006]

It's weird for me as a drummer. His playing was incredible but his mind is what impressed me the most. One of the best creative thinking drummers ever. God blessed Neil.

[@jamesg872]

One could argue one of the best creative thinkers ever

[@randysimpson6645]

Neil may disagree with you about the blessed part of your statement.

[@rationalmuscle]

Yeah, I doubt he'd buy into that, although I think he has managed to find a way to love his life going through what would kill most people, especially artists. A true talent, yes, but also hard-working and dedicated to innovating himself. No deities required ; )

[@stickswinger2006]

Randy Simpson.. blessed in thinking and drumming abilities. Not in life tragedies.

[@randysimpson6645]

stickswinger2006 .. that would require a belief(in a higher power) that I'm pretty sure Neil does not share with you.

[@steveg7115]

I remember coming home to my mom crying her eyes out in 1977, I asked her what was wrong and she told me Elvis died. I sat with her but didn't fully understand at the time. Now I know how she felt. I'm still crying

[@M5Ronnie]

#RIPNeilPeart My one and only hero!

[@johnabass]

It's certainly true that Neil was one of the greatest, if not *the* greatest, drummers in rock history. But I would go further: he was one of the greatest musicians of the 20th century.

[@davegto67]

I think you would be correct in your assessment, John.

[@tylercaskey1931]

That's it

[@GEDDY37]

Agree

[@144wychwood]

Considering Neil’s struggle with being in limelight and being a private person, there’s great irony that so many fans related to him so much. 3 weeks now since he passed and I’m still having problem comprehending he’s gone.

[@unclerhombus]

Still doesn’t make any sense. I miss him.

[@cvn6555]

Three years on it's still terrible. It was odd that Neil never understood why so many strangers felt like they knew him; he was in our lives daily with his lyrics and music. Just because we were not a part of his life didn't mean that he wasn't a part of ours. Odd that such a thoughtful and insightful guy never saw that. The only famous person I'd hoped to meet. Would never have gone up to him in public to bother him, though. Far too much respect for him.

[@markpayne6436]

You know, when celebrities I have appreciated have died, yes I have been sad to hear about it, but never so much so that I was moved to tears, until Neil. In fact I still find myself choking up when I stumble across videos of him like I did today here. I mean, on the one hand I find it odd. I never knew him personally, but on the other hand, he was such a humble and outstanding talent, and his music and live performances were such a huge part of my life, I guess it can only be expected. What a legacy he left.

[@aleksanderostrowski2380]

...We will pay the price... R.I.P. Neil ....:(

[@robnordal1906]

God rest you Neil. I'll love you brother forever!!!

[@rushedandlost]

Part of me wants to put away the memory of Rush as I knew them. I start to feel much sorrow, when I watch the videos, I feel great loss. Yet somehow I always start watching and listening again, and find happiness and a smile for being able to enjoy their music since I was a teen.

[@joolslaloosh]

I could watch him play all day long.

[@raynabozny2338]

The GREATEST DRUMMER the WORLD has EVER KNOWN put down the sticks for the last time 1-7-2020.GODSPEED BROTHER FOREVER Closer to my HEART

[@klank67]

They don't build 'em much nicer than, Neil. A real Canadian treasure we the North are proud of!!

[@lucianoingrassia1411]

No one built neil peart, one can only create himself.

[@andrewpetik2034]

He was a truly amazing human being.

[@ricardocastillo5485]

There's so much crap on the world that when you come across something so beautiful and authentic like this, it causes a pain in my heart.

[@ripw1]

Amazing drummer, wonderful kit, unbeatable snare sound and, by all accounts, a decent human being who has survived such tragedies

[@iplaypearldrums7935]

He's one of many that have """survived such tragedies""".......we don't know who they are due to lack of (their) fame .

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

Iplay Pearldrums Good point.

[@cvn6555]

The fact that he could take that one-two punch and find a way up out of the very depths of grief to get on with it was his greatest achievement. Most would have poured themselves into a bottle or some other form of self-destruction.

[@AtonalMeasureRecords]

RIP to an absolute genius, loved the man, he was a fantastic man and master at his art, gutted..

[@browncoat516]

Dear God how I miss them. The hole gets deeper every year now.

[@74jailbreaker]

If look at where he started and how he has dedicated himself to learn, and grow as a drummer it's remarkable. Even if you're not into Rush you have to be inspired by his genius.

[@jfayiii]

combined with his humility, emotional depth, intelligence, and sensitivity - a singular person.

[@CapriciousBlackBox]

jfayiii imagine a world filled with people of this quality…..

[@itsmethatguy]

I will forever tear up listening to this song

[@guaporeturns9472]

For me it’s The Garden.. but I gay what you’re saying

[@scottmasson3039]

He seemed like a sweet man. :( Thank you for being a world class musician for the ages, and for helping us learn the drums. Thank you for your poetry. Most importantly....thank you for being a good person.

[@paulsimmons5726]

As musicians, each member of Rush would have been a standout in any other setting. In Rush, however, Geddy, Alex, and Neil were just "the guys in the band"... I saw them back in high school on their Farewell to Kings tour and followed them ever since. Rush always had great albums that showed a tremendous amount of time and thought but their live shows were fun to watch because they'd smile, cut up, joke around, and enjoy the show as much as the fans. Rush retired as they did everything else in their career, with class and on their terms. Thanks for the music, you guys really added something positive to the world.

[@JonnyJayJonson]

Thought of 'Bravado', having just heard news of Neil's passing. Wonderful lyrics.

[@RandyFricke]

They don't call him "The Professor" for nothing.

[@jasonlefler3456]

Randy Fricke I always hoped he’d name his last drum solo The Professor...wait a sec...is that what Slagwerker means??? ;)

[@Alkemyst426]

This man NEVER got enough interview time. It's always a delight to hear him speak on his his chosen career...

[@YoninEcho]

" When I see Neil Peart playing, the only way I can describe it is like seeing God On Drums" - Vinnie Paul R.I.P.

[@trifectamarc6705]

Saint Echo RIP Neal Peart 😢🥁

[@irwinscott]

It’s great, even on crazy solo’s his technique is so good it barely looks like he’s trying

[@MeAndTheBoys_]

If Neil Peart is god of drums, what are the drummers that are on higher level than Peart?

[@jerrymckenzie6205]

Such an intelligent and articulate man with so much to say. You would never think that Neil was the "shy" one!

[@newark951]

The man didn't even finish high school but what a brilliant thinker, drummer, writer, and all around spectacular musician.....Listen to Pieces of Eight

[@spearhead787]

Good luck for the future neil .!!!!!!! And THANK YOU for all the wonderful music over the last forty odd years. 👍❤

[@chevken1831]

So much for the future.☹️

[@JohnnyRacerX]

Simply brilliant. Thank you Neil for your creative genius and for putting so many smiles on my face over the years. RIP - you ARE missed...

[@archdrum]

RIP Professor. Thank you for the Garden you created, cultivated and left us. Your words and music live on.

[@greghobbs1728]

History will record that he is a great writer / artist who happened to be the best lil' drummer boy of them all.

[@dalegribble60]

"Work on getting it established then become free with it".....Neil, you've become established as one of the worlds greatest, creative drummers and humanitarians....now it's time to be free. RIP Professor.

[@davelester3357]

I am who I am because of you, as a musician......still playing at 53 and hammering it hard, hope to keep doing it as long as I can.

[@angelaacton156]

One of most talented musicians ever. Rush the little band with the biggest sound.

[@a.j.vonregensburg2498]

Saw you 5 times live. As a drummer, I really cannot say I am one after watching and hearing you and your lyrics for 3 plus decades. Best regards Neil,🇨🇦

[@MarkWoodChannel]

A perfectionist to the end, lucky to have seen him live 12 times.

[@MM1717mm]

almost 2 weeks since getting the awful news 😔 at least i can get thru a video like this now without bawling uncontrollably ... miss you Professor !

[@jamesdavies3470]

I still mourn this man.

[@mauropedroso2212]

What a song, what a sensibility... Just Amazing

[@jimorocks]

I just love this guy! He's family to me! Since 1976.

[@ataylor2112]

Earth shaking loss......immeasurable knowledge and virtuosity gone forever. If he hadn’t done so already....his legend will only grow until he eclipses all of his contemporaries.

[@Roadghost88]

That's got to be the most beautiful drum set ever to grace a stage. Thanks for the memories. Best R&R drummer. Ever.

[@Schumanized]

I think Neil has contributed greatly in moder music and drumming. There’s so much that our bodies cam endure and so much we can tolerate. Playing 150+ shows every other year for 40 years is tough, especially when you play like him and expect so much from yourself like he does. He just changed the game.

[@gerardotorres4719]

Neil, I will miss you so much!!!

[@14moldyhamsandwich]

So long professor, we miss you and love you, now and forever !

[@tav36]

RIP ....you were a joy to listen to

[@jackmehoff2312]

Miss Lerxst, Dirk and the Professor... it's tragic that they had to retire. But, ''tis better to go out on their own terms than become something that doesn't measure up to RUSH's extremely high standards. This particular song is one of my top 10 RUSH offerings and it brings back many happy memories. Enjoy your retirement lads... you owe us nothing! Happy happy belated birthday Pratt!

[@marleyorange]

Enjoy the DVDS

[@jackmehoff2312]

gus black I will Sir!

[@rushbum]

When I heard Tom Sawyer early in my childhood, it changed my drumming forever. Thank you Neil for the inspiration

[@jymebale5545]

I agree, the song changed the way I played drums for ever and out band played the song and then the Trees, I had been a guitar player but there were too many of them where I lived so I played drums instead and had to stop as Mr. Peart did, retire if you will, arthritis has gotten the better of my hands and back.

[@AudiophileTubes]

Just a humble 'thank you' to Neil Peart, for being such an integral part in providing great vibes, sound, and joy to my life, and countless others! Creativity has a way of connecting with others in ways you cannot imagine!

[@robbeck67]

Always added just the right amount to compliment Alex and Geddy. Never overdone, never underdone. RIP Pratt

[@freedomfirst5420]

It's hard to believe, that he's gone. R.I.P Neil.

[@Qualityroof]

I could listen to Neil talk about how to watch grass grow! What a treasure! I saw him in Vegas on their final tour which at the time we didn't know it would be the last time : ( God bless you always Neil!

[@ryan4327]

What can we say, he is THE master in his craft and can do whatever he wants at this stage. He's earned his glory, he's earned his fortune, he is unparalleled in his talent and work ethic, that truly does make him free. I can't imagine what that must feel like.

[@robertclarkguitar]

I hope to see you there Neil......your biggest fan for 40 plus years. I switched to guitar after 27 years drumming. I've missed it. And now I miss you. RIP the greatest of our time. Neil Peart. Poetic Percussion...

[@gregorytoddsmith9744]

Sometimes he played so simplistic and then unleash the behemoth. Truly an astounding artist and example of humanity. Into the mystic Ghost Rider.

[@hebertdamasceno9560]

Master Neil, RIP.

[@stratdx]

Man I miss him

[@RushFan-x7r]

Same 😟

[@christopherdougherty7740]

How does it feel to be probably the best rock drummer alive, God bless Neil Peart !

[@Ramshackled17]

I don't agree at all! He's good, but far from the bests. My opinion.

[@mattmarkus4868]

BRC give us your top fav rock guys

[@johnhosie392]

What a loss and shock. We will miss this ultimate master of percussion. Met him about 30 yrs ago, what a great down to earth gentleman. Gods speed brother.

[@billysheppard6091]

Being able to watch Mr. Peart at any time on you tube..it's like Mr. Peart hasn't left the planet..it's kinda soothing.but knowing the reality .makes you feel bitter sweet.. Rock on Rush fan's. Semper Fi

[@yvesvolupte8486]

He sure is still here, his soul is. He still sees us and hears everything!

[@paulsimmons5726]

We lost a pure soul in this man. RIP Maestro Neil Peart!

[@dans.2076]

R.I.P Neil Peart master we love forever

[@Yog7Bar7Og]

Even if Neil Peart has been recognized as the world's absolute best drummer for the last 45 years, I think he is still underrated.

[@tz125r]

A typical masterclass of drumming from the professor. Lyricist poet Genius and a very humble human being, he inspired a generation and played his part with my favourite band of all time. Rest in peace Neil I hope you are reunited with lost family on the other side. 🙌

[@gman2013]

Hard to believe he is gone. So many others you could imagine and not be shocked! Neil? Shocked....stunned,

[@Ruefus]

One of my favorite songs of all. When he spoke about discipline, I think we don't realize just how much care and hard work he put into his playing.

[@danlc95]

Great point. We take it for granted.

[@kpax2066]

Farewell to the King. Always and forever we will miss you.

[@ElijahMendiola]

There will never be a better drummer 1,000,000 years from now, still

[@stevenoliviero3652]

Neil is absolute best drummer in the world but also writes all the lyrics to all these great songs.

[@CharlyBown77]

Definitivamente uno de mis bateristas preferidos, increíblemente virtuoso, vivirá por siempre en nuestros recuerdos por el gran legado que nos dejo en sus percusiones, descanse en paz Neil Peart. Definitely one of my favorite drummers, incredibly virtuous, will live forever in our memories through his music and the great legacy he left us in his percussions, rest in peace Neil Peart.

[@scottdehaan5864]

As a non musician, what he is saying may as well be Greek to me, but he is so well spoken that I am captivated, and seeing him perform the song, I am left in awe.

[@rubbersole79]

I played drums in a band to support myself while going to school back in the 80's. I had no idea the level of effort and focus people like Neil executed in their craft. I was nothing but a hack. God rest this gentle giant of a man who gave all of us so much.

[@my-back-yard]

RIP Professor ❤️ I want my snare to sound like that. I love the breaks just before the solo.

The world has lost one of the greatest drummers of all time.. RIP Mr. Peart! Proud to be Canadian!

[@jadejj7948]

RIP Neil you are forever missed😢

[@patohagan5516]

You are missed brother. Big part of my childhood died along with you. Thank you for all the amazing memories. RIP!!!

[@robputnam5324]

Poetry in motion is the best way I can describe what I just watched !!!

[@penttijussila6812]

To be the best, no matter what your discipline, you can never stop working training or practicing, the Professor always made it look easy though! The world will never be the same. RIP

[@michael7324]

Happy birthday Neil.

[@michaelgmcauliffe]

miss you Neil you will be missed by many ! Thank god for recordings we will always have your genius with us!!

[@ARCAdventures]

So sad, and such a great guy!! Will sorely miss him! The professor was the greatest drummer ever!

[@rushaholic]

This is not only my all time favourite RUSH song, this is my all time favourite song of all. It has been my ringtone for over 15 years. Thank you Neil for sharing this with us and thank you Hudson Music!!!

[@bmardon2112]

@Stream of Consciousness I like that you mentioned Totem. That's a wonderful song. Very good choice

[@rushaholic]

Bravado, The Pass, Open Secrets and Nobody's Hero are the four that I play for people who have never heard them.

[@mattmckeon1688]

@@rushaholic Nice choice. Available Light is one I'd add to that. Everything about it is perfect. Of the classics I still love Subdivisions because it brings back some special memories for me.

[@neill6189]

A magical mix of talent and modesty that can bring a tear to the eye. I wish there were more like Neil Peart and his bandmates.

[@p-Claud73]

I miss him so much!

[@laj043]

I am watching Neil playing his part while listening to Bravado and I went into a dream like state. Music is in a plane above consciousness. RIP!

[@markbirchette8740]

Rest Easy Neil, Rest Free, for you are now where one day we'll all be. Thy load now light, thy tasks now done, thy battles with cancer demons won. Rest Easy Neil, Rest Free. ✌ \m/From Utah.

[@lalista2112]

this man change the Music FOREVER! THANK YOU SO MUCH!

[@philiphildred6873]

A Rush fan from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Neil Peart simply the best drummer ever R.I.P 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@saubervonHerzen]

I've always loved that long snare fill behind the last lyric

[@nickavenoso7851]

We all miss you Neil. The thing that was incredible about him was that even if you didn’t meet him, his work really connected with you. He’s my favorite lyric writer because of that. Some of the stuff that he wrote about back in the 80’s and 90’s is still going on today. RIP Neil, hope you met your wife and daughter up there.

[@richardpilhofer3994]

If Neil Peart did not become a drummer, he would have become a nuclear physicist

[@acm1350]

Even better . . . he became a MUSICAL Physicist.

[@godbluffvdgg]

Neil is the only person Chuck Norris is afraid of...

[@p-Claud73]

God bless his soul. What a man.

[@adnoHis1]

The MASTER!!! This song at the end shows how complex yet how subtle he makes it to be. Impressive. A true Master!!!! Makes it look effortless......

[@Toddscomp2]

Such an idol for so many percussionists for generations. He will live on through his music forever.