Rush Xanadu Fingerstyle With Solo!!!

[@krupseth]

I love how much he incorporates the bass line into it

[@Interglacial_optimist]

Awesome... Simply awesome.

[@thehowerd8634]

I must say, I always knew Rush was insanely talented but I never really knew how difficult their songs were to play, but this video really brought that to light to me. Absolutely exquisite. Phil, you truly have a gift!

[@lancetop]

From 7:03 to 7:58 is some of the most amazing guitar playing I've heard in a long long time. I'm speechless.

[@rodrigoduartesantana4094]

incredible man, I'm from Brazil and here there is legion of Rush fans and Xanadu is Epic..

[@Sarahbuildsstepsequencers]

Rodrigo Duarte Santana cool, Brazil! Amanda Nunes is it!!! ❤

[@rodrigoduartesantana4094]

Sarah Michelle the fighter? kkk yeah, she is good.

[@wmyers8742]

I'm gonna learn this, way to cool. Awesome playing brother! So many kids these days don't understand how amazing some of the musicians were back in the 70's. My son, who is 23 says my music is boring and dead, but this video reminds me of just how awesome it was growing up in that era, and how awesome the music was, and still is.

[@junkbot2.1]

My dad got me into zeppelin when i was 10, got myself into rush when i was about 19 or so im 23 now. Sorry about your son, maybe you should have started him young on some real music.

[@quebecfisher4102]

Wowowow, I'm 16 and all mu music is from 70's to 2000. None after that. Rush is my top group, followed by pink floyd, pearl jam, Metallica. There's still hope

[@escargotomy]

Arguably the finest song of the entire Rush catalog (maybe only bested by La Villa Strangiato) done in an entirely new and fresh way! It is Rush's "And You and I", if you get my line of thinking. It could only have been improved by including the volume pedal swell stuff at the beginning but I'm not complaining. I'm not worthy sir!

[@PhilJakes]

Thanks!

[@joemanifesto8742]

Holy crap! Freaking amazing! I got choked up. I could hear Neil's roto toms and chimes in the background. You literally brought tears to my eyes. "To seek the sacred river Alph/to walk the caves of ice" Neil's lyrics were about seeking immortality. He has achieved it.

[@abelperez3]

Lifeson would flip his lid if he saw that. Excellently re-crafted.

[@PhilJakes]

Thanks!

[@boboskeeper1]

I need a cigarette after that. And I don't smoke. You have my vote. If Alex needs a stand in you can take care of that.

[@PhilJakes]

Thanks!

[@jeffwickermusic134]

If by chance Alex had the privilege to watch this, I’m certain he would be impressed, indeed! 😎👍

[@jonathansefcik473]

Your acoustic renditions of these classic songs are absolutely awesome! The way you blend the guitar and bass parts together really butters my croissant. I love you Phil, in a totally heterosexual way.

[@mattcolonna6711]

5 years later. But I really wish Alex would release an album of nylon and acoustic versions of some of their songs with a couple new pieces. 🤞

[@sleepyjesus7265]

Watching this makes you appreciate the original composition. There's not much repetition and every part is quite different from every other and yet the song comes together very seamlessly.

[@ben_dubi1409]

PHIL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Amazing! Thank you! My family is so happy to hear this ringing through the house. Rush is my wife's religion.

[@mrbrownbagable]

Smashed it! It’s great to see someone who shares the two bands Sabbath and Rush. You seem to understand the three aspects bass, treble and high tones . Very satisfying watching and listening to your performances very satisfying. I thank you.

[@HughMungus2020]

Wow........... I don't think people understand what a well rounded and truely skilled musician can do, but this is a prime friggin example of what it looks like. Like, i dont think people realize how much effort and skill it takes to do shit like this. Amaaaaaazzing job man. You've earned my subscription. And keep on rockin dude!

[@lawrencedavis5459]

not just an amazing guitarist but incredible choice of music as well.

[@robertritchie2860]

Lost for words really: what can one say - exceptional / brilliant / genius...? or how about I really enjoyed that!

[@philnorman5912]

I've been playing the guitar for 40 years now and no matter how long I continue to play I will never get close to your level. You have a great talent Sir. Thank you for sharing it with all us. And thank you so much of all the Black Sabbath covers. Your an amazing musician.

[@nathanfreeman681]

Truly incredible. And a great example of why Alex and Geddy should do a Rush Unplugged tour with the proceeds going to cancer research.

[@funkilus]

Just showed this to my cousin. Who's also a Rush fan. He's all praise.

[@bshingledecker]

A master playing a masterpiece.

[@Eric2112rush]

I don't know if I want to sell all my guitars or just practice my ass off 24/7 for the next 3 yrs. As a SERIOUS Rush geek, I gotta say, THIS KICKED ASS!!!! Great arrangement, brother!

[@PhilJakes]

Thanks!

[@libertywagon3197]

I go back to this a few times every so often! Thank you again!

[@sssbob]

My favorite song of all time ! I like how you incorporated the bass line also!

[@squfof]

the bravery and ambition to take on any rush song, let alone this one, is just a wonder to me. and then i wonder how many others you have inspired with this most excellent cover. well done, mate

[@tywynkeith]

wow. that makes my hair on my neck stand up. what a superb guitarist.

[@Robbo1966]

Great cover of an epic song, live long Rush

[@test4el]

Great take on a timeless classic. Thanks!

[@PhilJakes]

Thanks!

[@rorshakks]

Still loving this version and haven't found a better one yet. This rules.

[@falconeaterf15]

Amazing performance. Also amazing is the young long haired genius that composed all those monster guitar riffs way back in the 70s. Keep rockin!

[@Splatter138]

Nice Job Phil! Long time Rush fan, you did the song justice.

[@jcast112358]

This is friggin' insane. Great job!

[@PhilJakes]

Thanks!

[@sttvoyager1727]

Wow...You put your heart and into every performance. This was just AMAZING! Thank you for these beautiful gifts

[@colorheadfred7729]

Huge Rush fan song selection,sound,and dexterity STELLAR!👍

[@pinkcandytulips]

As a guitarist and singermyself.....I love the way you play strange world one of the best songs and I love playing along with you in that song.........keep on keeping on......

[@Emberi1828]

Hahaha, love the big sigh at the end. Great work Phil. :)

[@johnlatini5421]

phil- been watching all your stuff on you tube. This may be one of the best- Loved it. Rock On!

[@paulprice5005]

I am a musician and lifelong Rush fan. You did a great job man!

[@drivanivan]

I know these videos were produced a long time ago but I still would like to thank you for producing them , they're extremely well done with music that is timeless..thank you Sir

[@johnwgibson24]

Best cover I've EVER heard... never thought someone would try this song, awesome!

[@buddycooper3338]

Very well done sir! Wish I could play that well.

[@BeatlesPetty]

Mind blowing

[@PhilJakes]

Thanks!

[@angusyoung9594]

Now that put a smile on my face!

[@ColdSmokes]

I wasn't sure what to expect. I thought there would be big voids where there should be vocals but there weren't! This performance involuntarily brought more than one smile. Super good job.

[@MrFramemichael]

And yet you continue to amaze me.

[@stevewoan6]

Very well done...great job sir

[@larrytubbs]

Awesome! Thanks for continuing to produce and share these performances with us Phil!

[@onlyfromadistance7326]

This REALLY put a smile on my face. Love it...

[@williamdread391]

Always been one of my favorite songs. Outstanding.

[@togue777]

I was in high school when this came out and probably wore the album out three times learning the bass to it and I have to say that Phil has this shit down.

[@d.r8425]

Masterpiece!!!! You truly know every nanometer of the guitar.

[@taab7]

Magnificent. My favourite Rush song.You nailed it expertly.

[@Greatdogs3150]

Oh man as we all know Alex Lifeson is an excellent very acomplished guitarist and you my friend are playing with as much accuracy and just plain bad ass ness as him. Real real good.

[@BosmanHa]

Wow ; it sounds beautiful as a classical piece!

[@elguapo1507]

Absolutely bloody brilliant!

[@Greemorium]

I'm speechless... Amazing... I loved it... Superb job Phil!

[@sockenfrank]

Wow. Again a great Interpretation.

[@WolfgangLXoXo]

really great

[@SteelCurtain_90]

So incredible Phil. I have to frequently stop by and check this one ...Broon's Bane/Trees and La Villa Strangiato out on regular basis. Very intricate songs played precise (most of the time) and definitely like how you integrate Phil Jakes style into it... comes out really good man. Like I said... I do have to stop by to check them out often because it's captivating, soothing ...a really nice escape. It's that cool. Bravo!

[@chitownbluesy]

Wow! Phenomenal version Brotha. That looks incredibly hard. You get some serious stretches out of that pinky! lol Great job Phil.

[@gardenolagth2020]

Your performance and interpretation was brilliant!!

[@robertharris5091]

thanks phil, that lead on the blue gutair sounded sweet, spot on bro! love this riff and rush.

[@tonyarmes66]

That was incredible! So much fun to watch! Excellent work, brother!

[@libertywagon3197]

Superb sir! One of my favorite Rush songs performed by you in a fitting style! Thank you! Cheers!

[@malcolmh5736]

Wow.. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻. I could hear the drums and keyboards in my head.. you’re amazing! Maybe the best one I’ve seen of your Rush songs

[@PhilJakes]

Thanks!

[@royothebuzz]

Woo Hoo! Just awesome. Good to have a clear vid, I could see every note, every chord. Very helpful. Thanx dude.

[@jeffcurtis1152]

Nicely done once again! One if my favorite Rush Albums

[@Chief-Walleye]

great stuff. their epic poetry-in-motion melody! ThaNK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR VERSION!!!

[@fairlane900]

Alex did you see this ? I watched Alex Neal , and Geddy play this live from 20 feet away in 1977 . Mr Jakes , you nailed it and took it to another level ....musically ....it's like hearing Samuel T Coleridge's 1797 poem Kubla Khan, Or, A Vision in a Dream .......thanks for posting this Phil I'm

[@chrisroberts9516]

Phil I love your playing! You are an incredible talent.

[@tc5778]

Unbelievably AWESOME

[@naturerules3371]

This dude is a badass mofo! Shades on head, cool thick leather wrist band, ripped jeans and incredible chops on guitar! This was a complete MASTERPIECE! 🤘🎸🤘🎸

[@leepeckman7525]

Wow. I'm inspired. Amazing arrangement and performance. I gotta go practice now.

[@stephenspiteri_zunkus]

Such a pleasure listening to you.

[@rrrrockin]

3:20 ...wicked how ya do that percussive ,,,trully amazing ,,yoou continue to blow my mind man ,,,

[@cncbuss1]

Amazing! I listened to this (more precisely the live version of The trees/ Xanadu on Exit Stage Left) wishing I could be a rock star all throughout my teenage years.

[@PureMetalBanzai]

yet another brilliant performance. Love it. Also, i love the tone of that guitar. fantastic

[@montbob100]

incredible playing

[@Spectr2112]

That was Incredible Jake!!!

[@markpenford8681]

That was outstanding man! ., my favourite song of all time..

[@Brux2Golf]

Very nice job - love how you threw in the bass and vocals - well done.

[@Meaninginprogress]

Wow!! This was gorgeous!! Thanks for your amazing work.

[@RichardsScott]

Nothing less than amazing. I wish I had those tabs!!

[@robthefirefly]

Fantastic!!!! I am going to finally take this on! Awesome and thank you!!!

[@lyticityl]

wow there is more of this guy brilliantly hammering out some RUSH! That was indeed a great performance of a great interpretation of a great song by a great band!

[@PhilJakes]

Thanks

[@marcosberaha9014]

Beautiful hard job

[@Mike739107]

Awesome job, man! That one is hard enough with a pick, so it's impressive to hear it in finger style and so note perfect. Also really liked the stereo vision during the solo.

[@synchroscape1]

Brilliant , well played Phil.

[@33kevinp]

Nailed it!! This is frickin' AWESOME!!

[@brucedickinson12]

the master at work

[@Madox21100]

Wow that was awesome, Im learning this now on guitar along with Here Again.

[@prohumanbeing]

Sublime interpretation. thanks for this Brother.

[@startoer]

Bro you amaze me everytime I watch a new video of yours. This is fantastic,,,,

[@oberon1007]

Bravo!!! Bravo!!!

[@purplemuddskipper]

BRAVO!! My Man! Love that song and you tore it up!

[@accessallareasdisco2588]

Just subscribed to you my friend. That has totally blown me away

[@synchroscape1]

This is your best work yet Phil. Hope your dog bites cat for knocking over your Taylor. Not sure the make of this string box, but tone is more than sufficient for this masterpiece.

[@RogerHolbrook-i6b]

First time hearing it in acustic sounded great

[@48tomw]

Wow nice job Phil! Your facial expression is the same one I get after I play that song.Hemispheres is even more grueling to the point of pain and exhaustion!Lol

[@Mark-ir9gl]

Amazing song and Amazing cover so talented 👍👂

[@carlosgoelzer8416]

Fantastic! Congratulations!!! Amazing

[@philf4086]

Quite an achievement, and very entertaining! Thanks!!

[@PhilJakes]

You're welcome!