Rappers React To Rush "Tom Sawyer"!!!

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[@codydrummer]

Dave Grohl said it best. "Neal Peart is your favorite drummer's favorite drummer"

[@ShanLH5]

Also, “Who let the fuckin drummer write the lyrics?! Rush did” -Taylor Hawkins 😆

[@Adzakorrahn]

Ah that's who said that originally? I keep seeing that quote and thought it was great, but I didn't know who said it!

[@jamesfoster7707]

Also... Eddie VanHalen was once asked in an interview what it's like to be the best guitarist in the world, and his response was, "I don't know, you better ask Alex Lifeson."

[@kevinjohnson4115]

Listen to “la villa strangiato” you will be blown away, or “By-Tor and the Snow Dog”

[@codydrummer]

@@kevinjohnson4115 hell yes. Mike Portnoy said lots of drummers can play YYZ and Tom Sawyer, but can they play La Villa Strangiato?"

[@Nemesis8069]

Neil Peart wasn't a monster. He was The Professor. RIP to the greatest.

[@Papawill13]

No, Neil Peart was Neil Peart! End of Story.

[@rickslair7557]

He was a "MONSTER" as a compliment as in... He's a monster at his position... as a drummer, as a lyricist, as an adventurer, as a cyclist, as a writer and most importantly as a human being!!!

[@misterprickly]

He was more than peart... He was Peart PLUS!

[@robertbrown8576]

@@misterprickly Good one!

[@DiZastur]

@@rickslair7557 he was monstrously good

[@bdizzle2144]

Pretty incredible that all that sound comes from just three guys.

[@toddb3226]

Sitting back with a smile at the 7 minute mark, knowing the drums were about to blow their minds. :)

[@krom26]

I dig that dude!

[@scottwilson8039]

Same

[@jamesgirard1090]

Yep!!!

[@rjmidwest6911]

There are so many reaction videos that I sit back and smile before a big break down.

[@DiZastur]

sharing joy is the greatest hit

[@catmanpc9166]

Neil Peart was a voracious reader, extremely articulate and intelligent. Hence the tremendous lyrics. Admired for his talent, respected for his intellect, loved for his humanity. RIP Professor.

[@philduoos2961]

"Books!!?? Books are for tourists!"

[@patrickaalfs9584]

Guys.Tool has been one of my all time favorite bands since their inception in the early 90s, so understand where I'm coming from when I tell you that Maynard might be just worthy of setting up Rush's instruments. If there is any doubt about my sincerity, I would simply refer you to side one of the album 2112. Neil Peart passed in January of this year and anybody who ever considered themselves a musical connoisseur is still in a state of mourning over the loss. By the way. Neil Peart (pronounced with a long "E") was the lyricist. Yes, the drummer wrote the fucking lyrics. Alex Lifeson is arguably the most underrated prog. lead guitarist in the genre and Geddy Lee is the vocalist, bass guitarist and plays keyboard with whatever appendage he has left. Please remember, when heading down the Rush rabbit hole, keep your hands inside the vehicle and keep your seat belt fastened at all times.

[@dentonatteberry6083]

My,my gentlemen. What a journey you have started. Neal pEARt is undoubtedly the finest percussionist that has ever graced this 🌎. The man is renowned by some of the finest drummers ever. You have old timers like Buddy Rich, Duke Ellington that said Neal is a prodigy that will never be matched. The skill of not only Neal, but Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson are a thing of the past. There isn't one band out there that can match the level of musicianship that these three posses. About Alex Lifeson. Eddie Van Halen was asked "How it felt to be considered the best rock guitarist in the world" His answer was "You'll have too ask Alex Lifeson what it like" Now Geddy Lee. Holy shit Batman! Did you hear that bass? This guy is infuckingcredable (spelling) The way he and Neal play to each other and in return play right in to Alex's hands. These three are on a whole different level. Listen to the early stuff that brought them to pinnacle for where they sit. 1974-1981 is what did it for them. Just pick one. Keep on rocking fellas. Denton

[@savagedlive]

Fantastic comment and 100% correct 👍

[@Annonymous0283745]

I was a stagehand, and I actually set up for Rush a couple of times. Real professionals, those guys.

[@patrickaalfs9584]

@@Annonymous0283745 Is it wrong for me to say I wish I could borrow your brain just long enough to relive those memories?

[@patrickaalfs9584]

@@dentonatteberry6083 Never heard the van Halen quote about Lifeson before. Got to admit I like it though.

[@ExUSSailor]

Rush has, basically, influenced, in one way, or, another, every musician of the last 40 years. They're THAT important.

[@effmerunning]

True words.

[@ABCDEFR]

I agree with the sentiment, but there's at least 4 commas too many in that sentence my guy.

[@effmerunning]

ABCDEFR lol

[@Adzakorrahn]

whether they know it or not

[@jtoland2333]

Truth

[@ArwynAvalon]

Lee, Lifeson and Peart - music gods! There will never be another Rush.

[@jenniferandrews1917]

This group is an example of “SYNERGY!”

[@RockyMtnRebecca]

There would be no Tool without Rush. "The Spirit of Radio" is my fav Rush tune.

[@calvinzhobbes1977]

first time I had ever heard it--and Immediately agreed. Don't know how I missed that.

[@geminijd1845]

Listen to any thrash metal act in the 80s and beyond and you can hear Rush's influence all over them

[@AndrewFishman]

@@geminijd1845 Listen to RUSH - RUSH and all you can hear is Zepplin.

[@iwillmurderyoux2]

the last couple passes of the main riff in that song at the end, when it’s slowed down and the crowd noise comes in is one of the most legendary moments in music

[@frozencanuck6764]

Each one of these guys played every instrument at the very highest skill level. True musical artists in every sense of the word.

[@christhornycroft3686]

Imagine Prince (who wrote, produced and arranged all his songs) but x 3.

[@2get2Terrapin]

"What's it like to be the world's greatest guitar player?" "I don't know, ask Alex Lifeson." -- Eddie Van Halen

[@johncalvo1743]

Rush is my favorite band. I think Eddie said that sarcastically, because Alex was voted best guitarist by Guitar Player several times. There was a period in the early 80s where Steve Howe and Alex Lifeson were consistently being voted #1 and #2 by the music mags.

[@OriginalMergatroid]

That's a myth. Eddie never said that, and you can see that same quote all over youtube claimed by assorted guitarists for assorted guitarists.

[@mikeg3439]

I would have thought Eddie might say Alan Holdsworth. He spoke of Alan quite a bit IIRC, and some of his solo work and composition reflects early Holdsworth.

[@jerryscrappielife]

Spirit of the Radio... my favorite Rush song

[@thejackalope2757]

@@jerryscrappielife If it was your favorite song you should know the name is "The spirit of radio"

[@LyonHall1]

Neil Peart is considered to be one of the three best drummers in the rock world along with John Bonham of Led Zeppelin and Keith Moon from the Who. He also wrote the lyrics for all the songs from 1974 to the bands end. His uses of lyrics are considered the best, thoughtful, inspirational, hell i could go on and go with adjectives to describe them. Alex Lifeson is without a doubt the most criminally underrated guitarist in the world and does not get nearly enough recognition who his ability and musicianship. Lastly, Geddy Lee is a man of many talents, he sings, plays keyboard/Synth and most importantly bass guitar, sometimes in the same song. He is regarded by many to be one of the greatest bass guitarists in the rock world.

[@toddgrant4268]

He was a voracious reader

[@robertpinazza4043]

Indeed he was. I Recall readBig in a music mag back in 1990, that he had read over 10,000 books , and that he wanted to reread them all in cased he had glanced over an important life lesson. A machine on so many levels, Neil was...

[@kpmcdonnell3633]

I think Ginger Baker deserves to be in on the conversation.

[@jasonmadewell3917]

Phil Collins is right there with those 3

[@denverthomas8037]

ginger baker #2 Neil Peart #1 John Bonham/Keith Moon joint 3rd and I am missing out on the greats from 1920/50 swing/jazz drummers of that period were just fucking insane and imagine if we had recordings of the best shit lost 2 history

[@2catgumbo]

In the argument of best band ever, Rush is a strong contender.

[@gunfuego]

Facts. Even more so being TPB fans 🇨🇦😎👍👍

[@patrickaalfs9584]

Only if "strong contender" means the exact same thing in Canadian as "Best Band Ever"

[@2catgumbo]

@@patrickaalfs9584 I'm trying to be diplomatic.

[@patrickaalfs9584]

@@2catgumbo Understood. Good luck with that

[@garri5108]

@@patrickaalfs9584 It depends on preference. My opinion is that Rush has never even stood next to the early Genesis and Yes, neither musically nor lyrically. And they played the instruments no as good if you go there. Neil Peart was almost a Phil Collins fan, describing his playing as "This is how a drummer should play." Seriously, I have always liked Phil's drumming more than Neil, but whatever. The problem with the great popularity of Rush instead of dozens of other prog rock bands is that the rest of the prog rock bands were English, and we know the opposite side of the American character, they don't like anything that doesn't sound American. English notes in the early Genesis prevented them from becoming so popular in America. Rush had poorer music, but this was the kind of rock that Americans were waiting for and I admit that Rush influenced many American rock and metal bands. So yes. If you think Rush is the best prog rock band listen again to Firth Of Fifth, Supper's Ready or The Cinema Show by Genesis and Close To The Edge, The gates of delirium by Yes

[@new_found_corey]

now imagine having that "first time hearing" feeling every time you hear this song. thats how ive been feeling about it for 20 years

[@Hollywood6IX]

That has to be such an amazing feeling g

[@TeeDOG6]

For me it's 41 years. Been hooked on this band since. Rush never gets old.

[@johnsteward4573]

Moving Pictures on 8-track, longer ago than I care to think about.

[@marklandreth2197]

The greatest drummer ever. He also wrote the lyrics. The bassist is the vocalist and also the keyboard player. Then there's Alex Lifeson - my favorite rock guitarist. These guys live were life changing.

[@boataxe4605]

“So this is what music can sound like if you have the patience and dedication to learn an instrument!”

[@bio-hazard221]

The drummer for Rush Neil inspired Danny Carrey from Tool, he even gave Neil recognition when he accepted an award

[@ExUSSailor]

Neil was truly your favorite drummer's favorite drummer.

[@juanmaidana6363]

Yes he was, rest in peace Professor :(

[@EPIzen24]

Not only that, but in the weeks following Neil's passing he also worked the opening lick from YYZ into his solos with Tool. You know he's a legend when someone like Danny Carey is giving him that level of respect.

[@metadeth578]

That's respect

[@timothysandvik6865]

Neil and Danny, as well as Stewart Copeland, from the Police, we also good friends and would hang out out at Stewart's house and jam.

[@tdonger]

Great to see you guys get into RUSH ! Try these next.... Spirit of Radio, Limelight, Subdivisions, Red Barchetta, Digital Man, Analog Kid,

[@johnd.6736]

Add Jacob's Ladder, Natural Science, Manhattan Project, Dreamline, LaVilla Strangiato. And that's just for starters.

[@markmiller3101]

One of the coolest things about this band is they have remained friends to this very day. They stood by each other thru all life’s trials. They never broke up thru their entire careers. Rush is a one of a kind.

[@ericwyatt3646]

Glad you guys enjoyed the song. As a fan of RUSH for over 40 years, hope you check out some more!!!

[@buddysaile973]

2112, LaVilla Strangiato, YYZ from Exit Stage Left, so many good songs to chose from. You're fucking with the holy trinity here gentleman; Zepppelin, Floyd, and Rush inspired everybody.

[@themadcow71]

These are the songs that will give you some TOOL vibes.

[@gabriellacsarsen7814]

Deep Purple has too, I think

[@GrumpAlert]

2112 is probably the first concept album ever. (I could be wrong)

[@timperry6948]

@@GrumpAlert Not even close. Pet Sounds by the Beach Boys Sergeant Peppers by the Beatles Edit- Dark Side of the Moon by Pink Floyd

[@mhansl]

Rush live... watching Geddy with his hands on a keyboard, feet playing bass, all while singing... Performance on another level.

[@JohnTurner313]

Just think, when this came out, it was played on regular FM radio. Everyone listened to it, including a lot of elementary school kids.

[@davidozburn1155]

They were better in concert than their recordings. Mind blowing talent.

[@SkTRUMP2024]

Saw Rush live in 84 one of the best concerts ever! Luv that y’all are appreciating their music! Neil Pert hands down amazing drummer

[@artsilva]

RIP to The Professor, aka: Your Favorite Drummer's Favorite Drummer.

[@bobcarn]

When you talk about Rush, you have to keep in mind that all of their songs are different. They crafted music for over 40 years. Some songs are simple, some complex. Some fun, some serious. Some long and progressive, others short and to the point. They're always recognizable as "Rush", but their music has so many different vibes and feels. As for this song..... "Tom Sawyer" is a literal classic rock song. It's virtually perfect. If you sit and really listen to it and take it apart, you'll find that it's a perfectly constructed song that can serve as an example for the artform. For example, the lyrics and music match the theme and central character. The music is powerful, but restrained. The lyrics talk about the central character embracing change as the only true constant, and the lyrics, refrain, and chorus change and are not repeated verbatim. It talks about simple pride, and the power chords illustrate that. Even the ending is perfect. It states "Exit the warrior, today's Tom Sawyer.... he gets right on to the friction of the day", and then the song doesn't end. Instead, it just assumes a marching beat and fades away as if the character is marching off into the distance to accept his next challenge. This isn't just a great Rush song. There's lots of those. This is a great song for the genre. It'll be proven to be timeless.

[@kendisdai23]

You know that line in Fanboys: "This is all just Rush. I wanted variety. Rush IS variety."

[@kevinmcfarlane2752]

At the end of the day Rush is Rush. At the time I recall Geddy Lee saying of Moving Pictures “some may feel betrayed.” I wasn’t. Then of Signals he said “Rush, Signals? What the hell is that?” I thought that too but ended up buying all the Rush studio albums on release, actually starting from Permanent Waves.

[@johndoherty7030]

That is one of the most poetic and concise description of the track I have read very well said.

[@bobcarn]

@@johndoherty7030 I've always loved the song, but I kept thinking that there was something about it that made it... more. More than just a good rock song or a great Rush song. So I really started listening to it and found it to be sublime. As great as I think they are, I think that when they wrote this, they hit upon something that transcended the artform. Like the Mona Lisa, it's a simple beauty that upon inspection is complex in its simplicity.

[@therealantiarchitect]

+1 on very different songs over the years. I'm thinking "2112" vs "I Think I'm Going Bald." Even their least serious song or worst albums tend to be damned near perfect from a technical execution perspective.

[@khristianacampbell3356]

Peart was also the main lyricist. He was and will always be an absolute Master. A legend! A decent human being! RIP Professor…

[@davepoul8483]

Neil Pearte= Drummer and lyricist!!! Called "THE PROFESSOR

[@diegosolis7658]

yes sir

[@charlesbarnard3151]

@@diegosolis7658 Been a RUSH fan since Fly By Night seen them live 9 times live. Glad to see new fans.

[@alternativeglasto]

The lyrics on Tom Sawyer were written by Peart with a Canadian poet, Pye Dubois.

[@rocketgrowthstrategiesdigi4535]

Since you like the percussionist, then let the “Professor” take you to school. Check out the Frankfurt drum solo on KZbin by Neil Peart (RIP)

[@williamscott2097]

You have to continue this journey. There wouldn’t be any Tool without Rush. They influenced so many musicians and bands over the years. They have an unbelievable following of fans and 40 years ( 19 albums ) of great music. You won’t be disappointed. Rock on 🤘🤘

[@lewiscase4685]

More amazing Rush songs: working man Limelight YYZ The Spirit of Radio

[@LyonHall1]

need to add 2112 Natural Science Subdivisions Red Barchetta Fountain Of Lamneth The Necromancer etc

[@chrisandersen5635]

Live!!!!

[@ibmasterblaster]

YYZ with the video so you can see the magic happen. I'm from Toronto (YYZ) and that song was the theme song for our local TV station for years, CityTV. Great band, great songs!

[@dorarie3167]

Xanadu, La Villa Strangiatto, Leave That Thing Alone (Live Video), The Garden (Live video), ad infinitum...

[@georgetaxi8179]

Working Man is not a good choice. Any song without Peart playing shouldn't be on the list

[@michaelbriefs9764]

So glad you loved Rush, guys! The great thing about Rush is it is made up of 3 of the best musicians in the world, all in one band! The drummer, Neil Peart (Pee-rt), is the lyricist. The man was a MAJOR genius. He is a brain who is one of the hardest working musicians in the history of the genre. That said, the world lost Neil in January of this year, when he died. We were all shattered by the news. What a man. They were in the business for over 40 years and they are SO GREAT! Listen to "Spirit of Radio", "Limelight", "YYZ" (live from Rio) and "2112". EPIC AWESOMENESS!

[@sheriffpablo]

Geddy Lee might just be the greatest rock musician ever.

[@garyponting8465]

@diver69 I would add David Grohl to the list, but not above Geddy (yet).

[@thecratho]

100% truth

[@psychobetha]

knowing the story of his parents and how close we came to never having him is a bit terrifying 😬

[@alanwallace4413]

Listening to people comparing Rush to Tool in this direction is like listening to people saying, "Man, if these Beatles we're about to listen to are anything like Badfinger, we may be in for a treat!" Hilarious.

[@petergandenberger8154]

For God’s sake, OPEN THE BOOK OF RUSH!!!! Natural Science, please!!!

[@teababe27]

My favorite Rush song!! Good choice.

[@christophermedina4849]

“Wheels within wheels in a spiral array..” always bob my head at that part.

[@yost9435]

Yes, natural Science is such a masterpiece !!!!!!

[@briandaniels5745]

Subdivisions. Just as relevant today as when it came out back in the mid 80's.

[@gregxite]

My attempt at Subdivisions! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIrPp4l_mdqJobs

[@robinsweet1827]

Yes, EXACTLY!!!

[@billfreeman5201]

From Signals to Roll the Bones they were mostly dreadful.

[@realisticthought1781]

Yes

[@snowdog5895]

RUSH is a virtuoso BAND! There are none better. La Villa Strangiato 🔥🔥🔥

[@Boogman820]

YES! Do La Villa Strangiato next!!

[@gsellis]

Agreed, but they loving drumming so much, they should do Neil's drum solo.

[@workingman6681]

I am subscribing just because of this song. Best 3 piece band of all time. Looking forward to many more reactions.

[@Samuel-I]

Been jamming to this for 35 years. It still gives me cold chills. I LOVE to see someone experience what we've had as our foundation for so long. There's so much more!!

[@beadybaby]

"changes aren't permanent, but change is" is one of my favorite lines, ever.

[@89801wink]

Same here. No changes are permanent...but change is. Freakin' deep.

[@Seraphim4190]

Yep, Rush lyrics are fire. And they were written by the drummer.

[@paintslinger16]

Ankaa Black RIP

[@johndavis9196]

The “Book” of Rush is a set of encyclopedias, seriously! ✌️☝️☝️✌️

[@steveandme63]

You MUST read the chapter "Spirit of the Radio"

[@tammiec4937]

This freaking band is incredible and no other one will ever compare. R.I.P Neil. The music world lost a legend. Geddy Lee is one of the best bass players ever. Alex Lifeson is in a class all his own. This band was together 40 years. Unheard of in the music business. Had the upmost respect for each other and loved their fans. Incredible live! Masters of their instruments.

[@paulchoonhaurai4441]

As I was watchin you two during the song and then the bass starting picking up pace and Neil releases. Made me smile. First timers listening are ALWAYS blown away

[@tombanaski3251]

Fun watching people “discover” Rush for their first time. Do make a point of checking out the “YYZ” video from Rio-it is a real experience. Enjoy your trip down the rabbit hole-you’ve only scratched the surface! BTW “YYZ” is the airport code for Toronto, Canada where they must have flew into and out from a zillion times!

[@ewolffman]

YYZ live in Rio is the bomb shizznizzle... gotta get a reaction to that!

[@EricJohn2008]

@@ewolffman It has the distinction of having been sung along with, even though it's instrumental. You owe yourself this 5 minutes of pure musical nirvana!

[@ewolffman]

@@EricJohn2008 link?

[@EricJohn2008]

@@ewolffman kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5a2namlhJiJrZo

[@CmdrTomalak]

"I have seen this band compared to Tool." Me as an old Rush fan... who is Tool and if Rush came first, shouldn't this "Tool" be compared to Rush?

[@stuartmitchell8841]

In the upside down world we live in King Crimson were the support on a Tool tour.

[@gregghelfi3304]

Yes Tom, you are correct. The same reason Hendrix is better than SRV. It’s the imagery to creativity that’s what makes you the best.

[@MrRockmusicjunkie]

You'll probably love Tool. I showed them to my dad and he can't stop listening to them.

[@mariolevasseur731]

Without Rush there would be no tool or Dream Theater.

[@andrew199315]

the daddy's of prog

[@juliemills9643]

The Spirit of Radio is one of Rush's many "must listen" tracks

[@christopherstark2474]

My wake-up song EVERY day

[@joey22306]

There will never be another band like RUSH. Exceptionally talented, unique in their respecive disciplines and perfectly synchronized like no other band.

[@inthedream9127]

Jeez you’re already going through the Tool rabbit whole, and now this one!? Just epic. Do Red Barchetta or YYZ live in Rio next.

[@effmerunning]

Red Barchetta is absolute in its greatness

[@ilhadi]

And when you think you're ready, do 2112, the whole song.

[@everardusbogardus3167]

And then Xanadu from Exit Stage Left.

[@everardusbogardus3167]

And then La Villa Strangiato.

[@jeremydraper733]

I would recommend doing the studio YYZ over rio live. Or if anything do the Exit stage left version

[@madmann5373]

Tool is a great band,but rush is in whole different legue.

[@craigmanning2439]

Yea, thats what I said too.

[@zoots15]

no comparison

[@nicolast.davinci1561]

Agreed 100%. I have been a Rush fan since the 1970s. Whenever I heard Rush, I thought of the band Yes. Many of the classic bands from the 1960s and 1970s are in a class of their own - Led Zeppelin, Queen, Rush, Pink Floyd, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, etc.

[@madmann5373]

@@nicolast.davinci1561 My first concert was rush 1978.😀🇨🇦

[@nicolast.davinci1561]

@@madmann5373 must have been amazing! I love the Rush Live in Rio video. The sound is a little off. My understanding is that they had no time for a sound check. But the setlist is great and the live version of La Villa Strangiato is spectacular. My first concert was Frank Zappa in 1975. But my favourite concert was Pink Floyd in 1994. That was so sad about Neil Peart. My son attended guitar camp many years ago and the guest instructor was Alex Lifeson.

[@gevorkm82]

Great video guys. Quick trivia, Neil Peart (pronounced "peert") wrote most if not all of Rush's lyrics. R.I.P. the greatest

[@maybeso68]

Amazing that all of that sound came out of three guys. RIP Neal.

[@paulbrooks7584]

5:00 "this is fire" people who already know the song: OOH JUST YOU WAIT BOI

[@ZamboniZone]

Lol right?

[@howyoushowit2008]

When you listen to "Tom Sawyer" ....Your next one should be: "The Spirit of Radio"

[@diegosolis7658]

yes sir

[@trevorelms]

In the words of Daniel Bryan, "Yes! Yes! Yes!" Rush is a wonderful rabbit hole to fall down.

[@mattolsziewski7164]

How about listen to Yes! Another great rabbit hole lol.

[@trevorelms]

@@mattolsziewski7164 Absolutely man. They are such a talented group. Great choice. I'm gonna go listen them right now.

[@matnichol]

matt olsziewski Or Geddy Lee playing with Yes at the Hall of Fame.

[@Neonbob]

I'm 52 & Been lost in the hole for 38 yrs 😊

[@TheFingerFrame]

"Tom Sawyer" is one of the few songs that RUSH collaborated with an outside writer; in this case Pye Dubois, bassist for another Canadian band, Max Webster. Neal Peart (pronounced PEER-T) usually wrote all the lyrics for the band after he joined the band for their second album, Fly By Night. Geddy Lee (Bass / Keyboards) and Alex Lifeson (Guitar / Pedals) generally wrote the music to go with Peart's lyrics. RUSH is what happens when you put a top 3 drummer with a top 5 bassist and a top 10 guitarist. If you guys are rappers, you'll probably enjoy "Roll the Bones" the title track for the album of the same name, where Peart experimented with his own "rap" lyrics for a section after being impressed by some of the lyricism he heard in rappers of the late 80s/early 90s.

[@SJamesGill88]

It's not just their probable rankings,though.It's the chemistry of the band.

[@a2ndopynyn]

@@SJamesGill88 And both Alex and Geddy are Top 3. Alex, in particular, is regarded as one of the greats when he should be considered one of the legends. His unique use of chord voicings, single-note rhythm lines and just his overall ability to always be right where he is needed, along with his monster chops as a soloist...yeah.

[@wgtw47]

Pye's original lyric was called "Louie the Warrior" and Neil edited down and added some of his own lines.

[@fredbasic1918]

FiveFingerFrame,....Pye was the lyricist not the bassist. Mike Tilka and Dave Miles played bass on all of Max's albums.

[@chrismaskiew7153]

Gives me joy watching your discovery. A fan since 15 yrs of age and almost 60 now. The professor!!! A socially savvy poet. I miss his wisdom

[@MaYkO-WWH]

This is the fourth or fifth vid I've checked out by the TT and this is my fave so far. Thanks for the content

[@jeffjdt]

Please go down the Rush rabbit hole!!! Amazing band, so many classics

[@ganjiblobflankis6581]

Live performances are recommended for Rush. The quality is spot on and you get to see that three guys can actually produce this.

[@Godspeed1756]

A classic my friends

[@davidmarrazzo774]

Incredible musicians, outstanding vocals. One of the best rock bands ever…

[@CharlesHrodric]

Rush was my first concert I have ever gone and I went because I won the tickets on the radio. Tom Sawyer is one if those songs that when I was with dad in the car or doing shores, dad will always cranked the volume all the way up and beyond. Is amazing seeing you guys being inspired and appreciate this legendary band artistry. Hope you inspire your audience to more legendary bands like Rush.

[@beefymcskillet5601]

7:38 “ he’s talking about me” we all have said that at one point while listening to rush

[@autumnphillips151]

Yep. My mind also isn’t for rent to any god or government.

[@michaelmann2463]

Oddly enough the drummer Neil Peart wrote most of their lyrics. There bass player Geddy Lee was the singer and Alex lifeson is so underrated as a guitar player. One of the most tasteful players to ever pick up a guitar

[@nickfrancis7887]

Tool Tuesday's- Rush Thursday's the book is just as deep as Tool. Skilled instrumentals and deep lyrics, 20yrs before tool.

[@markjalbert3801]

It’s much deeper than Tool’s just because of longevity alone.

[@YourGodsIcon]

Time Stand Still is incredibly relatable to anyone over the age of 30, you'll see what I'm on about if you give it a listen. In my opinion it is also Rush's greatest song.

[@pdog547]

Also the only time they ever used a guest vocalist, Aimee Mann.

[@psychobetha]

omg yes. every time i hear it i’m right back at 9th grade homecoming hoping kevin will ask me to dance 🥰

[@dbradx]

Oh hell yeah, an amazing song - saw them do it live on the 'Hold Your Fire' tour back in '88 and it really blew my mind. I'm 53 now, and the lyrics are more relatable every year.

[@warrensereda4782]

Great reaction! Your library must continue!! Love to see you check out Working Man, the song that started their career. Also, check out Anthem and Spirit of Radio.

[@cmdrbnd007bond8]

Literally, Tom Sawyer has his own book that introduced Hick Finn.

[@mikecanada7652]

Every time I hear Neil, his playing bring tears to my eyes. His influence on my life is pivotal. He'd be uncomfortable hearing this but, thank you for the inspiration.

[@red_reaper]

As Kirk Hammett once said, "How can just 3 guys, make that sound?". In my book, RUSH is definitely in top 5 greatest rock bands of all time!!!

[@a.j.heinrich7222]

I've been told by guitarists that if you can play RUSH's "Villa Strangiata" you can play anything.

[@echopryme]

I've seen them live. 3 DUDES DO THIS WHOLE THING! And it sounds exactly like this. Geddy Lee sings, plays the bass, and the damned keyboard at the same time... its insane.

[@MidnightSmoke]

Try Rush - YYZ. The beat at the beginning is morse code YYZ. YYZ is their home airport code. They always happy to see YYZ on the bags.

[@nursemarn]

And remember it’s pronounced zed not zee. 🇨🇦

[@aaronlinde5795]

Here’s a starter list of songs you should check out by Rush and why 1. Spirit of the Radio (the perfect song) 2. La Villa Strangiatto (the greatest instrumental) 3. Roll the Bones (Rush’s (I think) first time doing any kind of rap 4. Between the Wheels (One of my personal favorites. Or if you don’t like any of those then just go to any album and pick a song, I don’t think they have any bad songs.

[@starlightfrontier2218]

You're the only person I've ever seen mention Roll the Bones! It's such an underrated song and album

[@aaronlinde5795]

@Starlight Frontier most Rush albums are underrated, as much as I love moving Pictures, I’ve just heard it so much. It’s like listening to Money for a lot of hardcore Pink Floyd fans.

[@EPIzen24]

@@starlightfrontier2218 Their 90s stuff in general is criminally underrated

[@ForeverDC_]

This is a THREE piece band!!! Geddy Lee (bass, vocals, keyboards, lyricist), Alex Lifeson (guitars), and Neil Peart (drums, percussion, lyricist). Peart died in Jan of 2020 and will always be, to me, the greatest drummer ever!! Amazing band, like no other...They were on a whole different level!! The first time I saw them live was at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas back in 1979 and OMG...OMG...OMG!!! MORE PLEASE!!

[@Lazrid1]

Top of the day Trash Talkers !! You two have jumped into a great musical rabbit hole .The band Rush have influncened many musicans for well over 40 years ..Geddy Lee - Lead vocals,bass ,keyboards,foot pedals ..Alex Lifeson - 6 string guitar and 12 string guitar, the late great Neil Peart -Drums and was the main songwriter . Their live shows were a visual and audio masterpiece . Eddie Van Halen ( considered one of the best guitar players ever in rock was asked by a reporter How does it feel being the greatest guitar player in rock ever...his reply...wouldnt know,ask Alex Lifeson ) ....Enjoy this ride

[@tomassvensson758]

Love y guys. I am from Sweden, a country near you not, but I love Rush like you. I am 60 and loved Rush for about 45 years.

[@Senerian]

the "Interweb" also. Lyrics written by Drummer Neal Peart.

[@elvismcgentrix5275]

You guys haven't listened too Rush before?! I don't believe you. Everyone has listened to Rush.

[@nicksouthwell9393]

Rush’s 2112: a sci-fi story told over the whole album. Each “song” is basically a chapter. And the whole album is one long track.

[@iciajay6891]

I always find this song is sound and music crystallised. I'm always grateful as a miles that my parents raised me with this great Canadain band. There music is still on our radios we're I live in Canada.

[@jodyfrantz1319]

WOW! This takes me back to 1977 when I discovered RUSH with a couple of friends - Three of us huddled over a phonograph reading lyrics from "Hemispheres" as our minds absolutely melted from the music. I remember wondering where all the other members of the band were. That's only THREE guys? Yep! When are they coming to Pittsburgh?

[@starryoneawake]

Yeah "that drummer"! I think the God of drumming would be happy knowing you called him a Kraken! Welcome to Rush!

[@michaelmontalto]

God I love seeing reflections and introductions like this into cross genre conversations. Good for you guys! (By the way, check out Rush 2112. It'll blow your mind. But remember it's a STORY. It's incredibly multi layered. The entire theme is about freedom, integrity and control)

[@kylewhittle2606]

time to hit up Pearl Jam yo, MTV live "Black" - the greatest ever rock/grunge love/break up song! also check out POrch live at Pinkpop 92 - has the best ever stage dive!!

[@jackiecantrell1044]

Geddy Lee..lead singer.bassist..keyboards....Alex lifeson... guitars... Neil Peart drummer lyracist..3 guys making all that drippy funk...3 man all-star band ....got to check out..Spirit of the radio...glad you enjoyed this welcome on an amazing journey of discovering who Rush is I saw them 33 times live and one was better than the other you have to understand these guys are in their mid-60s still doing this it's amazing man congratulations

[@peterthompson810]

LOve your reactions as younger cats diggin the intricate proggy syncopation, lyrics of profundity from the heart, guitar riffs via unsung shredder Alex Lifeson, props to Geddy, and how on point you both were with the changes, atop cool smiles. LOVE.

[@dweezilbop6274]

Geddy Lee has just an amazing voice, definitely stands out. I think he’s influenced many singers like Cedric Bixler-Zavala of At The Drive-In/The Mars Volta and Dave Bayley of Glass Animals. Check out those bands, by the way and in particular, Gooey by Glass Animals. Love your channel and the reactions. Keep up the good work.

[@timwirasnik5878]

Rush tracks? Limelight, Driven, Fly By Night, I could go on till the end of time, start with them

[@tomfreeman3640]

The drummer Neil Peart, God rest his soul, wrote all their lyrics!!

[@TeeDOG6]

You two reminded me of myself when I was 14 years old in 1981. I was on a hockey trip in Ottawa, ON. The Canadian hockey opponent and I compared our record collections. The Canadian said, you don't have any Rush albums? How can you have a record collection without Rush? Then I said, "I hate that band." Then he said, you need to listen to the drummer. He is the best drummer on earth. Keep in mind, this time was shortly after John Bonham died. It took me a few tries to appreciate them, but once I did I became hooked. Over 40 years later. Rush is like fine wine. You either loved them or hated them.

[@Xentrick]

That was fun to watch. I've been listening to rush for 35 years and it's cool to see other people sit and really listen to it.

[@ryangross714]

The thing about Peart and Carey: They can go absolute ballistic, smash every drum in a variety of rhythms, and always, always find the 1. The fill never goes too far.

[@ryangross714]

Geddy is the vocalist, Neil is the lyricist.

[@stick5480]

Might I suggest a Friday rush segment? Also you're rappers, roll the bones, if not now, soon...

[@justmyopinion7269]

One of the greatest bands ever. Everyone knows Neil Peart and in my opinion, I think his bandmates tend to get overlooked by the casual fan. Alex Lifeson is not given his due respect in the mainstream, but listen to anyone that truly knows rock guitarists and he is always in their top 10. Then you have Geddy Lee, arguably the best rock bassist of all time. 3 man band with all 3 being among the best at their craft. What other band can claim that? Maybe Led Zep has 2, but no other band is close. The thing I love about them is their down to earth humility. No drug overdoses, no cancelled concerts because a prima donna artist can't make it to the stage, etc. They rocked and toured for over 40 years!!! I saw them in 2010 and they sounded as good as the day they started. I may be mistaken, but I believe they trail only the Beatles with number of rock albums sold in the U.S. The "Live in Rio" videos (YYZ & La Villa) are awesome. "Working Man" was the song that put them on the map and is definitely worth a review.

[@DadBodDrumming]

The 30th anniversary of this song is this year 2021. Hard to believe I used to jam to this back in my high school days and here we are all still enjoying it 30 years later. Wow! The power of great music unites us all! RIP Neal Peart.

[@SurleyBlaine]

When the CBC played the 2016 documentary/behind the scenes, Rush: Time Stand Still, I spent days looking for a copy to watch over and over again. It followed their final tour,.