Geddy Lee Says He and Alex Lifeson Will "Make Some Noise Together" Again

[@tyeman3039]

Little did we know. God bless Geddy for his faith and honoring a friend.

[@70brine]

Much respect for Alex and Geddy keeping Neil”s illness private.

[@JaDem148]

Yes. But it hurt like hell by his death.

[@Ottos_ScLm_Race_videos_2009_on]

@@JaDem148 Yep. In this you see Geddy's deflection of Neal.

[@RCAvhstape]

Even in retiring, Neil Peart is awesome. Can't play to his own high standard? Well that's it, then, done. No talking him out of it. That is why Rush, unlike other older bands, never sucked, because Neil and his bandmates never slacked off or phoned it in, always gave a hundred percent. There was nothing like a Rush show for those of us fortunate enough to see them live.

[@mikereiss4216]

From what I understand Neil is busy writing books these days. He's written at least a half a dozen so far.

[@ronbradshaw7404]

Great comment Helium Road!.

[@AudiophileTubes]

EXACTLY! One of the great hallmarks of RUSH is that they were perfectionists with high standards. You have to appreciate that!

[@dontworrybehappy8080]

I feel spoiled and fortunate saying I got to see them live 3 times.

[@dougdavidson3260]

I saw every tour since Signals and there was nothing ever as good in life as seeing them perform live. I've seen many other acts from Ozzy, Maiden, Roth led VH, BB King, Clapton and SRV to Springsteen. Nothing compares.

[@dougbutler8650]

"I don't want to play in Rush without those other two guys. There's no replacing anyone in this band" - Geddy Lee

[@Damaged262]

I hear your point, but artists make art, that's why they live. Tony Iommi lost fingertips and still created Black Sabbath with some friends. Don't fault ones pain if they NEED to make something epic in honoring a friend. Honestly, I would expect nothing less from them. Make your music Canadians, I'll throw my money at you!

[@spsanders69]

Class defined. All three members of Rush seem like such grounded men. RIP Neil. Such a sad loss. I remember listening to this when it was originally posted and wondered what may have been alluded to. Prayers and thoughts for the Rush family! So glad I was blessed to seeing them in the 80s and 90s.

[@PresidentGas1]

Interesting how they were able to hide from the public ..... Neil's fight with cancer. Obviously at the time of this interview he knew Neil's condition and you can see and hear in his voice the reluctance to stay on that subject for very long, out of respect for his band-mate. Just really sad ......

[@foxriverpwc4723]

Sad, yes, but Geddy's unwavering loyalty to his brother of 40+ years is (now) completely understandable and commendable. Makes it even more obvious how this trio remained so completely united forever...

[@stevedrums1675]

Reminiscent of how Queen handled Freddie Mercury's illness. In either case, I don't know how he was able to keep his composure when asked about the band knowing what was happening.

[@hawkinthewind]

Actually, I choose to find honor in that action. Is that okay?

[@the6ig6adwolf]

Out of respect for his friend.

[@johnniecameron8829]

We have lost neil ,but his music will be here for ever ...REST EASY SIR

[@jackmehoff2312]

Good to see Dirk out doing interviews again. Miss Lerxst and Pratt too. Sigh... still have all my vinyl records, cds, downloads and Bluray dvds to enjoy! Thanks for 43 years of excellent music RUSH!

[@mikereiss4216]

Dirk, Lerxt and Pratt. LOL. Only a hardcore fan knows who they are.

[@buickmonte]

Dont forget all the concert memories we have....i still have some of my ticket stubs from the 80's tours!!

[@jackmehoff2312]

buickmonte Copy that brother... I only have a few of the ticket stubs from the 25 shows I was fortunate enough to experience. Managed to grab a few photos on the last few tours... due to the relaxing of the "no cameras" rules in most venues. About the best use of an iPhone I've ever discovered!

[@jackmehoff2312]

Mike Reiss LOL... yah, bit of a fan for sure. Some fans didn't even know Neil's other nickname is Pratt, most know him as The Professor.

[@chrissyc5731]

Rush is best rock band that ever existed we sorely miss neil R,I.P. love u guys always!✌️🙏♥️

[@Darrin.Crawford]

The "best"??..LOL

[@KDJ1VLOGS]

The end of rush is a real Farewell to Kings

[@S3thousand]

Oh the history......marking my own life since 1978. That's when I herd 2112 and decided the KISS I'd been fascinated with was child's play. Lyrics that inspired me to think more deeply. Music that moved my soul, and concerts that became a reunion with old friends for 35 years. Loosing Niel Peart was my John Lennon, or Elvis. God bless those guys. RUSH. You have enriched my life. Musically, philosophically, and intellectually.

[@Outrider74]

I saw Rush three times, including their last tour. Had a blast every time. As a guitar/bass player I respect their musicianship deeply. They're the best.

[@zaimusic_150]

So I’m 18 and I am a new fan of Rush and Geddy Lee specially. In only a few months I have built such a respect for the three men of this band. It’s sad to know that they’re ending but I look forward to experiencing the rest of their already amazing catalogue!!

[@ThoughtCriminal918]

Start with the first album and linger on each until you hear it in your sleep like the rest of us.

[@vracan]

so nice to hear younger generation interested in real musicians who played with real instruments instead of virtual instruments or loops to "create" "music" these days! Koodoos dude!

[@guyazbell7437]

Welcome to the family of those who can see.

[@Clearanceman2]

Rush is one of the only bands that didn't become parodies of themselves. "Now playing in Atlantic City, Rush!" That kind of thing.

[@bostonaudi]

Clearanceman2 too bad Yes didn’t do same, they seem like a joke with all the horrible post Anderson singers, and Squire gone.

[@edmiller6546]

Why aren't the instruments in the "Bassment"

[@TheRedverb]

Ok, enough of this base type of humor.

[@cliffirwin9153]

CME Trademarked it :P

[@rickleblanc8900]

That's where they belong, bassically!

[@AlwinArrasyid]

@@TheRedverbYou mean this bass type of humor?

[@centaurus777]

BuuDumBum Tish!!!

[@mrgone658]

On Neil Peart retiring: "He doesn't want to give a lesser version of himself." ~ Geddy Lee So, you can do no other than respect him for that, because that's how much he respects his fans.

[@sektionenforomvardnad366]

Yeah! And we who are fans respect Neil thousand times and wish him good luck in the future!!

[@whistlerwind7422]

Neil literally had his "Losing It" moment.

[@lebheidenstrm5392]

Given the recent news this is an incredibly well crafted response from Geddy. The classiest outfit in music.

[@shonaosmond4886]

God bless you Geddy, you’re the kind of friend everyone should have. Prayers and love to you and Alex. ❤️❤️❤️❤️ RIP Neil, it’s so hard to believe that you’re gone. 😢😢

[@jonathanbrazee3846]

When is he coming out with the Super Sized Summary of Synthesizers?

[@MsCygnusX1]

👍😄Love it!!

[@rickmontgomery3037]

LOL I want the first copy!!

[@Lord_UND_Himself]

Yeeeeesssss

[@tdunph4250]

@ Jonathan Brazee Well played!! LOL

[@aldersmoke1]

They would have to be in sequence.

[@emccoyii]

I’d give almost anything to see Geddy, Alex, and Neil perform live again.

[@richardspikman7116]

what a gracious man.

[@bionicman1921]

Greatest rock band of all time !!!!!!! I love their music will always love their music I will die listening to their music thank you Geddy Lee Alex lifeson and Neil Peart for the great lyrics great musicians and the stories you told that your songs

[@Ed9870]

Such a gentlemen. And what a bass player. My God. It is true what he said about the instrument has to want you. There's something to that. Some play better than others, although its hard to imagine a bass that would fight with Geddy.

[@badfish41969]

Yeah but sometimes man you just find a guitar that you really gel with and is just right for your style. I mean I can write a song with any two by four with strings attached but if you give me a musicman I can really shine

[@ricklewis5804]

Ray Slone I have 2 musmicman 6 strings. Beautiful instruments top quality yet still affordable.

[@Discrimination_is_not_a_right]

I had a Peavey Foundation that would fight with anyone. A most pugilistic instrument, you had to conquer it.

[@georgemorris3023]

As a Paisley boy i loved hearing about "those" guitars,plus, my Mother and older Sister worked in the Paisley Mill where the Pattern came from

[@davidmohr1920]

Geddy and the boys always did Canada proud and Rush will live on in history with an amazing body or work :-)

[@lennomenno]

So glad I grew up at a time when Rush wss on the radio and on vinyl. Thanks for all the years of great music. Nothing but respect and appreciation.

[@Bob1014ify]

Good for Neil. He deserves it. As for Geddy and Alex, they will find a plethora of good drummers. It won't be Rush, but It will be good music.

[@bearblackhawk9362]

Alex can no longer play due to rheumetoid arthritis

[@crookcountysellouts]

I like Alex as a lyricist.

[@orenmeldung5433]

Rash

[@nelsonc6173]

@ Bear Blackhawk Then why is he playing sessions with others? Perhaps his rheumatoid arthritis is alleviated with meds? Or other forms of treatment? I guess it depends on how severe his rheumatoid arthritis is.

[@centerflag982]

@@crookcountysellouts ...Wait what?

[@kimberlyquintanilla5493]

The way he talked about Neil retiring was so respectful and classy. Such an intelligent man. I could listen to him talk for hours.

[@elmoblatch9787]

I would love to see a similar book of Neil's drums.

[@crookcountysellouts]

Elmo Blatch It would be a picture of an empty room at this point.

[@josephlamadrid1799]

Elmo Blatch oh fuck yes! I’m 61 and still airdrum to their music!

[@davidparrish2918]

The best drummer ever. Enjoy your retirement Neil.

[@ModernGolfer]

Hell NO, Elmo! I can't afford a 2,000 page book! My coffee table would break! 😄

[@sektionenforomvardnad366]

Neil likes making books, I,m sure it will come a "The complete drumset bok of RUSH"

[@mikehowes5065]

"Retired" means just that. If Neil just needed a long break, he wouldn't have said retired. Rush officially ended after their last show. We can only hope Geddy and Alex release new music.

[@CaseAgainstFaith1]

Of course he's no longer with us. But, just for the record, I understand he said he was retired after his wife and daughter died and it turned out to just be a long break.

[@j_freed]

@@CaseAgainstFaith1 - so you're saying Neil might still come back. Cool!!

[@carloslozada2121]

Great man great musician

[@raulgarza1697]

Neil Peart is the best of all time! We love you! May The LORD bless and keep You! Goodbye My Friend!RIP.

[@alexmurphy5289]

I love Geddy, and I am a musician today thanks to Rush

[@Welcome2TheInternet]

me too.

[@someonetough87]

Same.

[@quantitativeease]

"I can get nerdier if you wish..." LOL what a fantastic Geddy Lee quote. I want it on a t-shirt.

[@gabriel_mendez]

Anyone in this industry could be as sincere and have the greatness of Neil Peart? I doubt it. To one of my biggest inspirations: love forever Neil.

[@timconsolazio1955]

You were the first concert I went to alone (because I was told, "you're too young, you may not") and I followed you for years. I've covered many of your songs and your influence is apparent in my work to this day. You've heard it a billion times, but here's a billion +1; thank you.

[@64bdchaney]

As a major and serious Rush fan, my hats off to Neil making such a huge and personal decision. If I can project my hope, Getty and Alex would make some beautiful noise with a completely different sound than their history. Maybe adding in other great musicians who would contribute to a different sound. maybe something more bluesy or more acoustic in their music. I can see (hear) drummers like Stewart Copeland, Jason Bonham, or even a number of jazz percussionist etc... That is my hope and they succeed in their history of music.

[@bluevictory1010]

Copeland would be a great choice!

[@bryede]

Right now would be a great time to assemble a supergroup and just have fun with it.

[@RCAvhstape]

I'd love to see them team up with some younger people, lots of talented nobodies out there the world needs to see.

[@topangasideeye]

bryede Soundgarden members 😁🤘🏻

[@rickleblanc8900]

They need to hook up with Mike Portnoy. He's a huge Rush fan and I'm sure he'd jump at the chance to play alongside his idols!

[@MichaelEhrhart]

Whenever I feel alone, depressed or out of it...two bands can snap me out of it...Led Zeppelin and Rush. I need no other music. Thank you, Lord, for these 7 amazing people.

[@supermantra3437]

I love this guy ..Take Off.

[@davidpotter8486]

10 bucks is 10 buck, eh.

[@sttvoyager1727]

Thanks RUSH FOR ALL THE YEARS OF GREAT MUSIC. YOU GUYS CHANGED MY LIFE IN WAYS YOU WILL NEVER UNDERSTAND (SINCE I WAS 11 YEARS OLD);MAY YOU ALL BE BLESSED WITH GOOD HEALTH FOR MANY MANY YEARS TO COME..... DOC DAVID

[@dianegonzalez4748]

The power of a passion 😇👍

[@hectorsand6800]

And the money for it!

[@ruiseartalcorn]

A lovely person and a great musician! :)

[@KP-oe8sk]

Great interview!!! Also can you Imagine the trolls who would attack Neil if he continued and his health could not produce his high standard of play. !!! They would ridicule and taunt him. It is great that he has come to the fork in the road and has decided to take the road less travelled. He will always be number 1 !!!

[@rickleblanc8900]

Neil stopped at the right time. Better to retire at the top of your game than carry on and deteriorate and fade away.

[@thunderfoot11]

@@rickleblanc8900 Saw them on their R40 (41 actually) tour and though I am a huge Neil fan (drummer if you can't tell by the handle); he was incredible, but had lost a step, he knew it and was frustrated by it. I can understand his wanting to retire. When you do the things he's done and then can't do them anymore, that's gotta suck hard. I think back on "Losing It" and just wonder if Neil looks back on that song as prophetic?

[@josephlamadrid1799]

K P that’s what happened to Keith Emerson. Fans ridiculed him and he committed suicide.

[@KP-oe8sk]

@@josephlamadrid1799 True He has done enough!! He appears to be a decent guy. I think people would be able to see him riding his Motorcycles. I think that passion will be his retirement mind set.

[@Three_Random_Words]

😢💕🤢

[@MsCygnusX1]

I'd love a follow-up to My Favorite Headache with Alex on board. They could play with their pick of any drummer. It would be spectacular. It's ok to say goodbye to Rush. It hurts my heart, but it's ok. On to new things!!!🌠🌌💙

[@topangasideeye]

MsCygnusX1 it would be great to have many drummers and maybe even Neil on one song (not gonna happen) but call themselves My Favorite Headache.

[@amplexandra]

A follow up would be awesome. I think Matt Cameron did a fantastic job on MFH and I would be thrilled if he'd drum for Geddy again.

[@guillermo3564]

How awesome! Chris Squire was, is, and will always be my favorite bassfolk.

[@geomax5470]

1/19/79 my 1st Rush concert on the Hemisperes tour at the Palladium, NYC. 40 concerts, 18 tours...oh my, I need more. Geddy can still hit those high notes.

[@jamesnoble8205]

No he can't. Lol

[@michaelr.4878]

Man, Geddy Lee has done a ton of press lately. i know that he is promoting and pitching his new book. But we have seen and heard him on like every radio and internet platform in the last week. Ultimately, the discussion always goes in the direction of status of Rush, Neil Peart and his relationship/future work with Alex. So we get a lot of repeat questions and similar answers. I've got to say though that if you want an interview that is totally different and kind of independent from these standard interviews, check out the one he did a few days about with Canada's 'CBC' network. The radio show is called, 'Q'. Check it out. The interviewer really knows his stuff. Plus, he doesn't ask the usual, standard questions posed at every aging musician that is wrapping up his working career. Check it out. .Geddy Lee of CBC's, 'Q', radio show. The video is on KZbin if you want to watch the video that goes along with the radio show.

[@jamiehoover9348]

Thank u

[@Swampfox612]

Geddy makes a fantastic point when talking about the union of player and instrument. You can have your mind set on getting a particular bass but end up disappointed because it feels horrible in your hands. But then you pick up a different brand of bass that you haven't even considered and it completely synergizes with you as if it was made only for you, and it had been waiting for you since the moment of its creation. It's just a magic moment.

[@alanmcgrover4393]

Great interview. I respect this band to no end.

[@jonmayer8694]

I only saw RUSH once way back in Feb. of 1975 in Indianapolis right after the release of Fly by Night, in fact I can still remember Geddy introducing the song Fly by Night and saying we were the first in the USA to hear it live, they actually opened for Rod Stewart back then and I remember we got there late and as we walked in they were doing What You're Doing and I still get chills thinking about it.

[@cyberprompt]

Wanted just this part: 13:20 since Geddy and Alex had to know about Neil's condition. I do see a sadness when he talks about Neil being "retired", but at first glance you might think just a bit of melancholy.

[@markydee48]

These guys are in a league of their own with so much class and respect for each other. Geddy knew that Neil had cancer and he kept it to himself, respected his bandmate and handled it in a very classy manner. I mean he already knew that Rush as the trio was done by that point and he kept a straight face. I think that we will see Geddy and Alex play together, but not as Rush. The three guys that are truly the best at what they do. R.I.P. Neil Peart.

[@RedArrow2007]

While I don't see those three getting together on stage for a reunion ever again, I do see Neil possibly contributing to writing a song or two for his friends!

[@justincase2600]

My Favorite Headache was one of my favorite recordings of his. I hope that he releases new solo material in the future.

[@scottwilliams9018]

Geddys a genius and so underrated is RUSH!!

[@TheSighphiguy]

not underrated in the slightest.

[@zulukono663]

How is Rush underrated? They've been legendary since the 70s!

[@ThaiThom]

There are plenty of underrated artists out there, but Rush isn't one of them.

[@francoisviau2446]

Underrated ?????????????????...what do you mean by this ???

[@flats750]

Underrated? No. Underappreciated by the mainstream? Abso-fuckin-lutely!

[@33AndAThirdRPM]

I saw RUSH in the fall of 1973 at Belle River High School, Belle River, Ontario. The original drummer John Rutsey was with them at the time.I was in grade 9 and after that concert I got my first guitar for Christmas and have not stopped playing since. Thanks Alex for infecting me with the Guitar-Box Bug.

[@rladen1]

The greatest rock band of all time. No one comes near their total combined musicianship, which includes lyrical composition. No one sounded better live. No one put more thought and care into their live performances. No one knew..........I would personally LOVE to see Geddy and Alex get Taylor Hawkins or Portnoy or even Grohl to man the drum kit and play small venues playing both new music and selected Rush tunes. B Sides.........Hats off to Neil, , he deserves to go out the way he wants to go out. They were completely blown off by the masses and critics until those people woke up and realized what the devout followers of this band had been saying all along. Now Rush is revered globally and cited as main influences by most named musicians out there. All I want for Christmas is to see them play shows again.

[@TinaReggie]

I'M READY FOR SOME NOISE. Geddy it was an honor meeting you last week and the book is magnificent. ILY ♥️ 🙌

[@waverider7710]

Fly by night was my very first album. Rush fan forever.

[@unitedstatesofmordor]

I member going to see them virtually every time they came to Cleveland back in those golden 80's...and when they did two nights, I'd do a double dose. Always a superb show.

[@thehoth109]

It makes so much sense now. They knew Neil was sick. ❤️

[@Beamshipcaptain]

God I love RUSH and YES for over 4 decades! Made for a happy life! Loved the concerts! RIP Chris Squire. Geddy is an angel soul, too. What a great dude!

[@tdunph4250]

Oh Ok, Geddy, go and make the music. If you and Alex still got it in you, and you feel that people will still care then go ahead and do it. Everyone else, get off of Neil P's back. The guy played his Goddamned heart out (and probably destroyed his body) for us fans for 40+ years!! If there is people out there hoping and wishing and praying that Neil comes back, please don't. Enough already. If he is really retired, THEN HE'S RETIRED!! GET OVER IT!!!!

[@manningbartlett522]

Exactly. They owe us nothing. We owe them everything.

[@juanvaldez5422]

Yeah,i agree

[@stevestruthers6180]

Agreed, Neil has done yeoman service and then some.

[@davidtx8777]

Who is on his back?

[@TjMetalHead94]

@@davidtx8777 Certain selfish fans that don't realize how taxing touring and playing can be on the body as you age. We were lucky that Neil even wanted to come back after what happened to him in 1997. I never got the chance to see Rush live and that's okay, they got over 40 years worth of music to listen to and they have live concerts films.

[@StevePace1000]

12 times over 40 years. What a ride. The first time they opened for Blue Oyster Cult and Styx in Binghamton, New York. Thanks for all the memories guys.

[@buzzcrushtrendkill]

Knowing what we know now, Geddy at the time of this knows of Neil's brain cancer but cannot allude to it.

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

Right, Captain Obvious.

[@buzzcrushtrendkill]

@@OMGWTFLOLSMH Being a jackass is no way to go through life

[@muzicaempathica6479]

@@buzzcrushtrendkill 🤭😆😃

[@thenightfly1602]

The book is fantastic. Gave it to my bass-playing son for Christmas. Geddy is such a great keeper of the flame.

[@Awake2Evil]

Being December of 2018. Neil's cancer battle was already a huge thing. The respect that they have for one another is also what made them great.

[@j_freed]

Well, no it's not a minor thing to have brain cancer because it slowly takes your entire known experience of reality away from you. It's amazingly cruel, not some easy ride out of life.

[@alleycat4463]

I saw Rush many times but my favorite was in the 90s at MTSU in Tennessee in , I believe , the gymnasium. It was a small venue and I was so close I could see how Alex played certain songs I was having trouble figuring out . Such friendly and classy guys . Completely masterfully skilled but totally humble. Thanks guys for the memories ! Only regret is no cell phone cameras so I can rewatch .

[@L72Chevelle427]

Geddy Lee. THE consummate interviewee...

[@JorgeRamirez-dd5ws]

Minus that nasty cough haha

[@overthemountain1009]

Moving Pictures Tour 4-4-81 Phx Az, a show i will never forget !

[@oakwoodfixitguy8183]

Ged is such a cool dude. I met him and Alex through a friend of Alex's and both of them were very nice humans.

[@47and28]

that's cool, but it's odd that you add "humans" to your comment. i think most people on earth would know they're humans upon looking at them.

[@JohnSmith-wd9rc]

Yeah, Alex and Geddy were cool as heck. They would hang around after shows, meet and talk to fans. Neil is great drummer and lyricist, but he is a Dick. He would leave immediately after shows to avoid fans. Yes his wife died and it is terrible, but he took off for how long, and nearly destroyed Rush, now he has done it again!? Get another drummer and tell Neil to go to hell.

[@RME76048]

He is such an amazingly down to Earth, personable, warm and genuine person. He earned it, he has his OCD collections, and good for him. Can't say that I would buy the book even though I was a bass player, but I wish him the greatest of success with it. Would love hearing what Alex is doing on various sessions...

[@cdub7026]

Geddy talks Rush, Alex, Neil's retirement at the 13:16 mark.

[@rubbersole79]

I first heard Rush in 1977 when a guitarist friend play "Anthem" off the Fly by Night album for us on his turntable in his parents home. I was hooked immediately. Unlike any other music I'd ever heard up until then......I still love that album.

[@jamesnoble8205]

The studio Anthem is one of those songs I can listen to over and over and never get bored of

[@kennyplay5982]

I'm a fellow, "Bass Folk"

[@johnmoser2689]

God bless you all Geddy you guys have been one of my favorite bands since you guys started and FM radio was new my older brother has always been a huge fan as well..... ...we wish you Alex and Neil the very best MERRY CHRISTMAS GUYS

[@jkees6751]

Rush has more than earned their retirement. Still I always hope for more studio work, whether it's solo or a collaboration.

[@1drumsmoke]

As a guy with ADD I have trouble focusing on anything for very long but listening to Alex, Geddy and Neil they hold my attention and actually calm me by their intelligent soft spoken voices, could it be thieve been my favorite band since 1978 ? I don't know.

[@realcygnus]

Geddy ! Top Shelf

[@Stevo_Drums]

So much respect for Geddy, Alex, and Neil. All very gracious and patient with repetitive questions. I’m satisfied to have seem RUSH 4 times (1988, 1994, 2007, & 2008) the last of which was from the 10th row. I wish them all the best!

[@michaelmattice4986]

Imagine being a fly on the wall listening to Geddy and JPJ talk about the bass!...Of course, as a fly you wouldn't understand them but still...

[@spsanders69]

Class Act and such a wonderful career and a epitome of musicianship. Long Live Rush! Thank You Neil, Geddy and Alex for the memories and some of the greatest music put down!

[@oreally8605]

Lifeson and Lee should do something

[@bearblackhawk9362]

Alex has rheumatoid arthitis and csn no longer play either. Geddy states his voice can no longer sing rush songs. Maybe they can do a country album.

[@jamesnoble8205]

@@bearblackhawk9362 yeah, he really started to strain badly around the Snakes tour and sort of went downhill from there

[@harleysrocknrollchat]

I miss Peart a ton, but respect his retirement, and thank him for decades of incredible drumming. Lee & Lifeson have always wrote all the music, so the future is still interesting.

[@detonator2112]

Rush is the greatest band ever and the members are the nicest and coolest guys in rock. They have never acted like asshole superstars. Just genuine guys who loved what they were doing. Thanks for the amazing discography, I will never get tired of it. I think I'll listen Presto and Counterparts today.

[@jameskeyes1131]

The best part about any interview with members of RUSH is their intelligence. Down to earth, smart, generous, and among the top 5% of musicians in the world. Getty is maybe the best bass player in rock or any other genre. So fun to watch and FAST. Amazing guy.

[@narq5099]

Next book- Alex Lifeson's Great Gorgeous GIFS of Guitars

[@raulgarza1697]

I will cherish seeing RUSH for the rest of my life!!! Thank You!!!

[@HomerJ1964]

The wand chooses the wizard, Mr. Lee.

[@taotuhao5969]

We Fans are so fortunate to have grown up being inspired by the genius that is Rush. I feel like I am, who I am, in large part due to Rush having such a profound influence upon my life. Thank you Neil, Geddy and Alex!

[@okguy1282]

When Geddy talks....people listen! Geddy knows!

[@toddsheridan9113]

Rush made the rough times in my childhood bearable and Geddy has been a huge part of my life for 35 years. I'm incredibly grateful to him, Alex, and Neil for phrasing the world in ways that I could relate and emote. Geddy is such a cool guy. I play the bass because of him and admire his on-going passion for life and music. I sincerely hope he finds a way to make more music. I loved his solo album, and loved Alex's solo album as well. They were remarkably different in tone and style, Geddy's smooth and approachable, Alex's was grungy and dirty and mysteriously messy in a wonderful way. Honestly, if I could meet and spend a day with any person alive, it'd probably be spending a day with Geddy hanging out at his house, checking out his bass collection, and talking music with him. Alex & Neil would have to arm wrestle for 2nd and 3rd spot.

[@heikkidtw5992]

Seen em live about 25 times...GREATNESS.. "Losing it" off signals describes what Neil's going through

[@russianbear6384]

What year was the first time you saw em

[@zulukono663]

Signals is about where they lost it.

[@andyharman3022]

Neil wrote "Losing It" in 1983, so he had many years to think about his skills eventually waning. He also had the line in "Dreamline", one of my favorites of all Peart's lyrics: "Learning that we're only immortal for a limited time."

[@Knightswhosaynee]

Thank you for sharing that with us Mr Lee. Thank all of you for the music, Happy New Year to all of you, live long and prosper

[@dusty3913]

Geddy's said it before, "There IS NO Rush without these three guys." Minus any of the three, it's simply a different band with different songs and a different name. Rush is done. Even Neil's website is a ghost town; nothing new on it for 2 years. He's cut himself off, completely focused on real life now...being a dad and husband...stuff like that I presume. I miss Rush...knowing they'll never perform again. But, I'm happy to let Neil get on with his life. I think that entity has given more than enough to the world of music.

[@kdog288]

Agreed. NO ONE could write lyrics, let alone play the drums like Neil.

[@leetucker564]

Saw Rush 8 times, between 75 & 2012! They where like a good whine. loved there short movies also. Thanks guys for the memories 😎

[@ronbossier5705]

Obviously geddy knew Neal was sick he’s so classy

[@mitchelltiefenthaler2582]

Neal

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

It's classy to keep your friend's illness private? OK. Classy means stylish and sophisticated.

[@mitchelltiefenthaler2582]

@jesse10049 T'was pointing out the spelling error in the original comment if you didn't catch that. All good, no worries.

[@mitchelltiefenthaler2582]

@jesse10049 He will define mine in the future. I sure wish I were one of the blessed people to see him perform live.

[@cognitivegyre5770]

I can track the course of my life by the forward march of RUSH albums... It's sad to hear that Mr. Peart has retired but I must respect his decision. In a world full of duplicity and the pursuit of fame it's good to see that occasionally a person, a truly self-made man, holds himself to a higher standard. While I'm sure they are disappointed, It also impresses me that Mr. Lifeson and Lee graciously respect his decision without internal rancor or public regret. Thank you RUSH for a solid lifetime of memories.

[@MrGlenspace]

They never asked if they could possibly get Neil to still write songs. Then possibly work with Alex and Geddy on an album. No touring but just an album over a longer time.

[@babayaga1767]

neil doesn't play drums at all anymore. so no recording

[@DavidLazarus]

I'd be happy if Neil just writes the lyrics for any projects Geddy and Alex do together.

[@dusty3913]

The essential existence of a band is for the live performance...said Neil. I dont see that kind of collaboration happening, except maybe a one-off.

[@okguy1282]

This would mean that 'Rush' would be replacing their drummer. Geddy and Alex said that will not happen. They would have to have a drummer to do Neil's part. And Neil cannot be replaced. So if Geddy and Alex do a project...it will be just them and perhaps other artist. So...in that sense..their respect for Neil, their friendship, brotherhood.....wont allow this to even be contemplated. Rush has retired. Thank God they formed and existed in my teens....and I got to be a Rush fan for life....(now 53)....seeing them etc. Lets be thankful for the past. Having said that....whatever Ged and Alex do...if they work even together.....I am 1000% sure it will be awesome!! Peace!!!

[@DavidLazarus]

@@okguy1282 - Oh, I thought this was in response to my comment below. Perhaps I shouldn't have said "a decent fill for Neil". At least not in the sense that it would be Rush. Just Geddy and Alex playing with a different drummer. A rock band needs a drummer, right?

[@jamesclapper9176]

Ive been a Huge RUSH fan from the very first time i heard 2112 played in its entirety on Christmas eve 1981 on kshe. Never missed a RUSH concert since 1985. My oldest son went with me to see the R40 tour. He too is a fan of RUSH! I also play the bass because of Geddy. I was sad to hear of their retirement but understand and respect their decision. I wont be surprised though if in the near future we hear that Geddy and Alex decided to make some more beautiful music together!! "The more things change, the more they stay the same!"

[@joejohnston6306]

Most excellent interview . Geddy I don't agree. SO many ppl would not have a problem whatsoever with a "condensed" Rush show , I say with utmost respect

[@sambia11]

I have listened to many interviews with Rush and particularly Mr. Lee, and have to give equal props to the interviewers in this one. They were articulate, dynamic, and brought the listening public into the room without coming off as PR ratings monsters. Well done all around!