OMG! I Am Amazed 🤯😯😲😳🔥| Rush - YYZ Live (Rio) Reaction/Review

[@jennhurl]

Rush: The song has no lyrics Rio: Hold our beers 🤣🤣🤣

[@watchbizmatik]

😂😂😂

[@philproffitt8363]

Amazing crowd

[@danieljonathan4471]

I was there 😊😊😊

[@rubbersole79]

I think we can all take a moment of silence and thank the people of Brazil for showing the rest of us in the world how to party.

[@charlalondon3057]

There will never be another drummer like Neil Peart! Still can't believe he's gone......

[@watchbizmatik]

RIP Neil

[@Mike80528]

Still *really* hurts thinking about it. Never realized how much he influenced and impacted my life...

[@tombanaski3251]

Described as "your favorite drummer's favorite drummer...."

[@ritchmoore1442]

Only Rush can make Morse code sound good. YYZ is the IATA airport identification code of Toronto Pearson International Airport, near Rush's hometown. The band was introduced to the rhythm as Alex Lifeson flew them into the airport. A VHF omnidirectional range system at the airport broadcasts the YYZ identifier code in Morse code. Peart said in interviews later that the rhythm stuck with them. Peart and Geddy Lee have both said "It's always a happy day when YYZ appears on our luggage tags."

[@watchbizmatik]

Thanks for the insight 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@SS-wt3xe]

yeah...... very cool notation....

[@Matty0923]

Yes Rush are the masters of the transitions. They are such magnificent musicians, all 3 of them!

[@tjhorne82]

"Working Man Time Machine Tour live in Cleveland" should be on your list. They definitely rock hard during that performance.

[@rescuearch7802]

I second that! If you thought they rocked hard in YYZ Live in Rio, check out Working Man Live in Cleveland. They were all pushing 60 years old in that performance, but they were rocking like they were in their mid-20s!

[@troyottosen8722]

@@rescuearch7802 , You nailed it!!!

[@troyottosen8722]

You just got rushed!!!😉😂😳

[@nikolaimikhail7774]

Perfect choice! Biz seems like he's understating Lerxst a bit so Working Man Live At Cleveland should whip him into shape.

[@jimmynorton1001]

@@nikolaimikhail7774 absolutely. That is a great recommendation. They were at their best in that one.

[@tammiec4937]

Never doubt Rush my friend. Incredible live. This is how it was at a Rush concert. I was lucky enough to see them live twice. It was an amazing experience.

[@JAZ-wr2fx]

Welcome to the most talented Rock Band Ever and lets not forget that NP was not only the professor on the drum and percussion kit, but every lyric he ever wrote was a literature lesson too.

[@dianaa9826]

LEGENDS !!! MASTERS IN THEIR CRAFT !!!! There will NEVER be another band like RUSH !!!!

[@watchbizmatik]

True legends

[@chopshop5519]

masters yes

[@kimberlyroets9334]

Xanadu from "Exit stage left". Its the live version of this song and its outstanding.

[@laurakali6522]

Neil was also an accomplished writer. He traveled around West Africa on a bicycle and wrote a book about it called The Masked Rider. I highly recommend it.......he wrote other books as well.

[@watchbizmatik]

Wow he lived a full life thats amazing

[@paulsiebeneicher4536]

I read the book, enjoyed it.

[@ddgallion]

The Rush rabbit hole leads to a lifetime journey of extraordinary music by masters of their craft. IMHO, so many songs are simply exceptional in creation and remarkable in execution. By a band that cut their teeth and built their fan base playing live. Enjoy.

[@watchbizmatik]

And i cant wait to experience as many songs as i can

[@rseyedoc]

Red Barchetta is a favorite, Witch Hunt is excellent as well.

[@watchbizmatik]

I definitely will try to get to them.

[@workingman6681]

Best three piece band of all time! That is Neal Peart (The Professor)on the drums. Even though this is an instrumental, Neal wrote most of the lyrics for the band. Next up should be The Spirit of Radio!

[@watchbizmatik]

The drummer is also the writter amazing

[@jaywitt5171]

Rush's sound is unique and was constantly evolving from their first album in 1974 to their last in 2012. This video is from 2005, but the Tom Sawyer video was from 1981. Both songs are from the same 1981 album Moving Pictures. It's time to see them live, and hear a true rock masterpiece: Xanadu - Exit Stage Left

[@ritchmoore1442]

I agree, "Working Man Time Machine Tour live in Cleveland" should be next on your list.

[@alanwhetstone3922]

They say YY ZED

[@cpmf2112]

Listening to the studio versions of Rush songs and the live versions will give you a whole new level of appreciation for their skills

[@watchbizmatik]

🙌🏾

[@Matty0923]

Yes the video you saw with Tom Sawyer was in 1981 and this was recorded in 2002.

[@dianesaienni5466]

You gotta love the crowd singing to a song with no words!

[@micahjared8082]

Saw these homies 15x or so in the 80s. Nothing like it. Music today doesnt stand NO CHANCE. Shout out to you BizMatic ; from deeeep in the Catskill Mts NY

[@biggie25x]

Man I love your enthusiasm. Great reaction. Best thing about Rush is what you hear live is what you hear from the studio. They were dedicated to playing live what they recorded. Love this band. Can’t wait to watch what’s next. Thanks. Working Man live in Cleveland, La Villa Strangiato or Xanadu form Exit Stage Left are all killer. Lots out there.

[@number9434]

I like to play La Villa Strangiata Live Exit Stage Left. This version adds awesome keyboard elements that aren't in the studio version.

[@Matty0923]

Love this song so much it is my license plate! I don't think anyone minds how many times you play it back it such great stuff. So great to see someone reacting to and enjoying this incredible band for the first time!

[@melaniewillett4522]

Never get tired of listening to RUSH! The level of musicianship is amazing. Studio versions are great but RUSH is unbelievable live. So glad I was able to see them several times. 😍

[@mylesdevine9513]

Check out “Leave that thing alone”, live version. Amazing!!!!!!!!! Wicked reaction!!!!!

[@shaun374]

Their ability to duplicate their studio sound in concert is unparalleled. No studio tricks needed when you're as good as they were.

[@Mike80528]

Even if you don't love the song, it's hard to not appreciate listening to masters of their craft performing live like this in front of a crowd with that kind of energy. That said, if you can't grove/jam to this song your ears must be broken!

[@brandimodrak461]

RIP Neil Peart 🙏😢💔😪 thanks for the lyrics and the drumming. Much love to you and your family 💕Brandi Modrak 💕❤💙 P.S thank you for sharing your channel big fan 😀😊👍❤

[@jenniferandrews1917]

I LOVED this reaction!! Now you understand why RUSH=GOAT

[@johndavis9196]

Spirit of Radio is “fun”

[@zerglilngvet5428]

rush-freewill

[@philproffitt8363]

Freewill...studio version...Mind-Melter!!!! Best song in the known universe?...its a contender.

[@joconnell8145]

@@philproffitt8363 Truth!

[@philproffitt8363]

@@joconnell8145 I'll fight anyone who says otherwise 😁

[@joconnell8145]

@@philproffitt8363 The middle jam section is one of the best I've ever heard.. ALL three of them going off the hook!

[@GeoffreyGodshall]

I can't believe the energy here. The band sure, but the crowd? This is the kind of power that commands a country's military!

[@Scottracine68]

Was lucky enough to to stumble on Rush 40 plus years ago, one thing that resonates with me is that they forged their own path. It left them out of mainstream radio play and not recognized by the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame until recently. What this trio proves is that if your committed to your craft you can excel. I would warn you this is a deep rabbit hole, there is a 40 year discography chronicling the best music will hear, strap in my friend.

[@gregjones861]

That moment where he has a rest for only one measure and uses it to throw his drumstick way up into the air and catch it just in time to crash back in on the next down beat.... one of the most thrilling things I've ever witnessed a drummer do live.

[@Waltriani]

Man, I was there! I jumped like crazy. Happier than a child with a new toy. We waited 30 years for them to come to Brazil. They were amazed as they had no idea they have such a huge base of fans here. One of the best concerts I went, period.

[@grahamkey8496]

When your 3 favourite musicians are in the same band... Welcome to the Rush rabbit hole. Your enthusiasm is wonderful to see!

[@w.geoffreyspaulding6588]

Fun fact: YYZ is the Airport code for Toronto. Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson grew up near Toronto....and live there now. At least Geddy does. Alex Lifeson’s guitar hero was Jimmy Page.....and you can tell the influence.

[@watchbizmatik]

Thats so dope

[@geoffsullivan7902]

These guys are so technically good, the audience knows the song and they are on time.....that doesn’t happen if you aren’t great live.....facts. Neil Peart is a percussionist, not a drummer my dude. These guys have a rabbit hole..........keep going.........trust me. 🎼🎶🎸🎸🔥🎹😎🔥🔥🔥watch enough live Rush, you’ll see Geddy Lee playing foot bass, keyboard and singing all at the same time. Geniuses- facts. Saw these guys 5 times live.....just like this.....awesomeness.2112 the entire album. Fact

[@watchbizmatik]

🙌🏾🙌🏽

[@herbhill7591]

Spirit of Radio. Studio version

[@danhuyck527]

Was great growing up listening to this band. Now Im an old man, and it still amazes me every time

[@traceyclemons7800]

Oh they HAD VOCALS!!!..It was the VOCALS OF THE CROWD!!..They sang right along with them!!!

[@violetvalkyrie476]

I gotta say, I've only watched a few of your reactions. But I love that you are unbiased in your reactions. You are all about the music. I love your joy in the music.

[@watchbizmatik]

I appreciate that

[@paultiki9968]

Only Rush can get 40000 people to sing along to a song WITH NO WORDS

[@dave131]

My man, watching sink into this one was just fantastic. Music. Just for the sake of music. Near the very beginning when you hear a synth bed under the riffs, Geddy is playing that with his feet on organ ( Taurus ) pedals hooked into a keyboard brain. It's insane. And props to Rio crowd. Best rock crowd I've ever seen.

[@2869may]

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

[@Bass17yl]

YYZ and Tom Sawyer are from the same album, their 1981 release Moving Pictures. This live performance of YYZ was recorded 31 years later!

[@strangeworldsunlimited712]

Vapor Trails Tour, so about 22-23 years later.

[@Bass17yl]

@@strangeworldsunlimited712 Oh geez, you’re right! Never try to do math after midnight 😂

[@strangeworldsunlimited712]

@@Bass17yl No worries. My wife was pregnant with our daughter when they came to Los Angeles for this tour, and we still went to see them. Early September of 2002. I think the Rio concert happened early in 2003.

[@Bass17yl]

@@strangeworldsunlimited712 I got to see the VT tour in Dallas. Only Rush concert my wife ever attended (she’s not the huge fan that I am). When the band walked on, the audience EXPLODED (still have a touch of tinnitus in my right ear from that). She turned to look at me with eyes like saucers and said, “I’ve never heard a welcome like that!” She had known about Neil’s tragedies and the band’s subsequent hiatus, but it was at that moment that she finally understood what it all meant to us fans.

[@strangeworldsunlimited712]

@@Bass17yl Yeah, I'm sure a lot of fans thought that Neil was done after that ( and who could blame him if he had been). It was good that he was able to come back and entertain us for another 15 years.

[@stevemchale9775]

KZbin their induction to the hall of fame. The reception will bring tears to your eyes.

[@michaelmacintyre6996]

Geez, you'd think you might be able to smile more... Great reaction.

[@steelshotproductions]

Run it back as many times as you want.......as a life long Rush fan, I love watching others really get into their music.

[@jennhurl]

...the "guy on the drums" - his name is Neil Peart known as "The Professor". Greatest drummer to ever hold a pair of sticks. You're a RUSH fan like the rest of us. I can see it in your eyes. FYI this was about 35+ years into their career here. You're looking at 3 of the most accomplished musicians who have honed each of their craft to perfection. Geddy on bass, keyboards & singer - John on guitar - and of course, Neil. ✌🔥🎵

[@watchbizmatik]

They are just amazing that was mind blowing

[@lauriivey7801]

John?? Alex .....

[@jennhurl]

@@lauriivey7801Oh geez!! Ha!! You're right!! I must have been thinking 6 things as at once like normal. Thanks for the correction. 🤣

[@lauriivey7801]

@@jennhurl I figured you probably knew .... just wanted to give Alex some love :-)

[@brookehornback1896]

Best rock band in history baby!💛✌

[@mmurph2686]

"For the folks in the back!" Priceless reaction! Haha!

[@OaktownPirate510]

7:07 in to his first watch, and my guy already knows the lyrics too. Such is the power of RUSH. Welcome aboard, fam.

[@BabyVapor]

The Switch ups are the different level of what goes on in an airport. from the hustle quick pace to greeting your loved ones. At one time this song was only played when they only had so many shows left until they were home.

[@williamgallucci9913]

3 men creating magic for the Brazilians and the people giving it back to RUSH unreal

[@vanlifeson6773]

Just to watch you react the way I have reacted to Rush for so many years is so cool. Best Drummer Ever. Alex and Geddy amazing. Love em for ever.

[@johnfish8208]

Nothing like watching another Rush fan be born 🙂

[@ritchmoore1442]

3 guys making all that sound, and remained friends over 40 years. None of the drama of other bands.

[@PromLesbian]

You should watch the whole RUSH in Rio box! set you will not be disappointed!

[@watchbizmatik]

I will try to find it

[@dianaspy6733]

Seen them Live! The singer had the bass guitar on and plaid the keyboard as well! When the drum kit raised up and spanned around its was outstanding! 🎊 🎉

[@cityhonors1]

😍 They were in their 50s & 60s and the 3rd or 4th Decade of fans appreciating them still playing YYZ on Tour still! 🤟🏿🐰 #ENRGYZRBunny

[@markwhitley179]

You are amazing with this reaction. YYZ live in Rio! I love the whole tour but to see them in Rio!!! What a crowd and probably one the best group of fans ever!! And I never was able to see them there-seen them a lot but I still feel like I missed out! Again what a crowd and I’m sure what a show!! You’re AWESOME man keep doing what you’re doing!!!

[@kevinharpham6396]

Glad to see a new Rush fan! You have 167 songs to enjoy. Next pick Xanadu or La Villa Strangiato.

[@robclive6892]

That crowd in rio were amazing!

[@bambam4274]

Geddy Lee played the bass, played keyboards with his hands AND his feet, and sang! Neil Peart is your favorite drummer's favorite drummer! Alex Lifeson played guitar and keyboards with his feet, way under-rated guitar player... BEST BAND EVER!

[@briancampbell4587]

A complete change of pace, while still watching this concert, is "Resist". Give it a go, you won't be disappointed.

[@victorcoburn2791]

ANYTHING by them live is awesome! I saw Primus (another band i think you'll like) open for them. I sat there for 3hrs with my jaw on the floor! Unreal

[@davemonds786]

both guitarists play keyboards with their feet as well.......Beyond masters.......

[@brianfisher6165]

I was 15 when the album “2112” came out, I have never tired of this album or “A Fairwell to Kings” or “Moving Pictures” I don’t know how you could!!! 🤔 There’s an incredible amount of ridiculously great bands from the 60s and 70s and Rush is at the top of my list!!!👌You have a tremendous amount of music to experience, enjoy the ride!!!🎼🎶🎵👌🤟✌️ 😁

[@watchbizmatik]

I cant wait to hear them all!!

[@corytrevorson1411]

How much would you give to have actually been at that concert? That is the most energy I've ever seen!

[@paschamaryalophand9200]

Loved your reaction and appreciation for the greatness that is Rush!!! Please check out Working Man live in Cleveland and Neil Peart’s drum solo in Frankfort! You’ll love them both!!!!

[@donalddavid3431]

"Closer to the Heart" is solid "2112" is epic. You may not be ready yet, lol. Rush is my 3rd all time favorite band. Floyd and Zeppelin are 1st and 2nd. I'm pretty old school. Great reaction. Btw the drummer ( Neil Peart) passed away in 2020).

[@watchbizmatik]

RIP Neil

[@JoseSalazar-pl7mn]

The guitarist, Alex Lifeson, started listening to rock music at age 10. At age 12 he got his first guitar. At age 14 he started a band name Rush. And his schoolmate, the bassist...Getty Lee, join him as well. They have been playing together practically their entire lives up to the death of the drummer, Neil Peart...RIP...

[@vickieray]

I’m sure you’ve already figured out these guys are Masters of their craft! RIP to Neil Peart “The Professor” ♥️

[@ericreep5341]

I didn't see a "LOVE" button. HA! Love your vibe brother! Peace man.

[@dianesaienni5466]

It's great watching you freak our over Rush! Yes they are awesome. Btw The drummer Neil Peart was the lyric writer and Getty Lee the singer Alex Lifeson fills it out on the guitar. Excellent video and you make me smile watching it unfold. Yes one more time is fine by me.

[@rlee1964]

Rush is awesome.Saw live Moving Pictures tour in New Orleans. Engraved in memory forever.

[@michaelbriefs9764]

Great reaction! Check out "Spirit of Radio" and "Limelight"! Those are two good songs to continue your journey with!

[@watchbizmatik]

Thanks for suggestion 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@glyngasson8450]

The opening staccato bars to this song is Morse code for YYZ

[@watchbizmatik]

Its crazy they turned that to an incredible jam

[@chantalmassicotte3934]

Just FYI....YYZ are the call letters for the Pearson International Airport in Toronto, where they are from. The song is a musical representation of the busy airport. Genius!

[@jamesmorrill9650]

There’s no band like RUSH. They are amazing live

[@Cuda-jq5bi]

They made great music for 40 years and it is a deep rabbit hole. Try Headlong from their last album Clockwork Angels or Xanadu from earlier in their career

[@watchbizmatik]

🙏🏿

[@SawdustCreationsbyMike]

The guy on the drums is one of the best in the world to ever pick up a set of drumsticks

[@amytoney6241]

If you're anything like most of us Rush fans, one more time will carry on for another 40 plus years. Enjoy many more "one more times"🤘🤘👽

[@ratowey]

I`m glad you enjoyed this. Rush were a very special band. After Led Zeppelin they are my other favourite band. The Tom Sawyer video was in 1980, this one was around 2002/3 ish

[@kkly27]

Loving watching your Rush reactions and seeing how excited you get 😆. I’m fairly new to them myself and, for how good they are, I can’t believe I reached 40 before finding them! So sad Neil is gone.

[@charlesfitzgerald9631]

It’s also incredible that Geddy (& others) can play the keyboards whilst playing bass with foot pedals

[@mokospoko]

When Geddy goes to the keys he will fill in the bass by playing bass pedals with his feet. Rush pride themselves on that every sound you hear from the stage is being played by one of them.

[@robulven3019]

Great reaction video, Biz! This song should have won Best Instrumental Grammy in 1982, (it was nominated) but instead lost out to the putrid "Behind My Camel" from the Police. I like the Police, but that song was horrid, drummer Stewart Copeland hated it and Sting didn't even play bass on the track. This was Rush's closest brush with winning a Grammy. Another example of the American "Rock" establishment journalist's hatred of Rush for several decades. Only now, after they have retired, do they get the mainstream acclaim they always deserved.

[@watchbizmatik]

Thanks for the amazing insight.. the Grammy's are just trash they always mess it up every year

[@brandimodrak461]

Neil Peart passed away from brain cancer. Never forgotten ❤💔MUCH love to you and your family 💕Brandi Modrak

[@shera1789]

Rush is everything! Awesome reaction too! I love it! Up next gotta be "Working Man"-Live in Cleveland Time Machine Tour You're gonna love it my friend! Can't wait! Til the next 1☮ Stay safe! 💥💯🖤🎼🤘 RIP Neil Peart

[@watchbizmatik]

Coming soon!

[@shera1789]

@@watchbizmatik Awesome! Can't wait! Thank you my friend!🤘

[@M-10VisualDistributions]

Great reaction.....WHOA...the DRUMMER! Damn!

[@philipshort7491]

You can't go wrong with the time machine tour, my favourite show especially with the funny intro videos to the tunes. Have a look at the funny intro videos and the songs that follow especially THE REAL HISTORY OF RUSH/TOM SAWYER. the guys in funny costumes and make up. Keep an eye on the 3 pretty girls with trays of beer, the joke refers to an earlier album, moving pictures. Followed by the best and funniest version of Tom Sawyer, the crowd having fun watching the guys playing each others instruments on a big screen behind them. Also you have to do the intro video followed by the spirit of radio. The video takes place in " GERSHON'S HAUS OF SAUSAGE nobody beats our sausage " same again great costumes and make up. They are trying to find the best version of the spirit of radio with the help of Alex lifesons time machine, but things don't quite go to plan, followed by a great live performance of the spirit of radio. Another great instrumental from the same show, LEAVE THAT THING ALONE, time machine tour live in Cleveland, with some great bass playing by geddy Lee. LA VILLA STRANGIATO live in Cleveland the time machine tour great live performance much more entertaining than earlier versions that were staged for the cameras. Then WORKING MAN the same show time machine tour live in Cleveland with its reggae start. Also more great bass playing and a shorter Neil peart drum solo in the middle section of WHERES MY THING, HERE IT IS live in Dallas, best wishes from the UK.

[@squamishfish]

For another great live energy show try, Working Man Live Cleveland , also a more mellow song called , The garden live clockwork angel tour , just to show a bit how diverse they are

[@watchbizmatik]

That is next on my list.. thanks

[@rickb4079]

Welcome to the RUSH bation. Best Rock band EVER! We got you now.

[@carlbusque1856]

Did not say anything during the song, but that is fine, your nonverbal reactions says it all. Thanks, more Rush please!

[@odochartaighofodonegal9815]

Bro, your enthusiasm and excitement is contagious, all over again. Canadian fan of RUSH for 40 years now. You in ?

[@tony97526]

Love a new rush fan... Best band ever...

[@clab5864]

It's RUSH. of course it's greatness!!!