RUSH: Best Intro EVER!!!

[@chetsacharko4147]

There will never be another band like rush R.I.P. Neal.

[@stevemesics9567]

So right

[@koop5365]

Neil*

[@chetsacharko4147]

Yeah I realized that after posting.cerrection:R.I.P...Neil Peart!

[@scottc0510]

I think Neil never really got the recognition he SO deserved... R.I.P., Neil!!!

[@ChrisMo16]

The Professor !!!

[@philipkennedy8692]

My wife often asks me why I have Rush turned up so load, unfortunately I can't hear her because I'm listening to Rush.

[@dclarryk]

What did you say? Can't hear you. :)

[@homer1033]

fantastic reply lol

[@johnpopoff7950]

Unfortunate for you or her.

[@solarino9603]

*fortunately

[@fredsparks4817]

I don't always listen to RUSH, but when I do, so do the neighbors.

[@YvonneMelvin]

That’s the only way to listen to it. I like listening in my car. The Best speakers.

[@mikekennedy5470]

I had to start laughing spitting up coffee because it's so true.. thx..

[@Redbug845]

10-4 me too lol 😂

[@thomasgirty6397]

RED BARCHETTA.

[@mustafarkarrde6291]

@@fredsparks4817 play it loud!

[@rickleitch1036]

Why hire a full orchestra when 3 guys from Toronto, Canada can produce the same thing.

[@beckylogan2610]

@@rickleitch1036 😂Excellent point!

[@SquirrelTheater]

They’ve often been quoted as saying that being the “world’s smallest orchestra” was a part of their plan. 🤙🏻😎

[@jamessutherland5107]

All these decades and it STILL blows me away how 3 guys make all that sound. Thank you Neil, RIP

[@K00lt0n.worldpeace]

Well said dude. I wonder the same thing ha ha

[@jamesmnoblesjr9062]

Thx Neil :)

[@110percents]

Your correct The talent this band had was scary and this is the end result rush is one of my bands that's one of my tops as a few others for the same reason like zeppelin the talent we see out of every band member back then we will never see again with the most of the junk out there today most of them now don't even know how to play an instrument or even know what one is )

[@algotua]

They are great but they use additional backing tracks with additional layers which were managed by Geddy's pedalboard. So it was not pure 3-men performance

[@110percents]

@@algotua did not know that tyvm

[@archieferrari]

I love RUSH ! It's 2023 who's still listening....

[@CherylAnnNolin]

Always ❤️!

[@solomonurbanski5246]

Always

[@johnboyle3297]

2024 now

[@johnboyle3297]

All these years on still makes the hairs stand on end

[@johannesswarts1440]

we never stop listening...@@johnboyle3297

[@JulianHarley-fh5qq]

There's something quite poignant about this.... an 11 and a half minute retrospective by probably the greatest heavy rock trio ever. The build in Spirit of Radio is spine-tingling. Three majestic maestros. Thank you Rush!

[@CaptainCuttle-mi5rt]

So much material and so little time, so this was a way to include lots of songs they didn't play in full. Great idea !!

[@danacrow-qt5dz]

Just three really talented guys! Just three. 😮

[@RANDY-m3g]

WELL SAID

[@randyproby215]

Need more cowbells

[@Eternallyblessed-4ever]

I absolutely agree. They are listening perfection, IMO!

[@frednugent2310]

Rush's drummer is one of the best drummers I've ever seen and I've seen too many to even count.

[@davidlyonsjr9627]

Don't forget Emerson Lake and Palmer and John Bonham and the Great Alex Vanhalen

[@daveb7730]

Neil Peart. The GOAT!

[@MadnessComicNetwork]

it's 2024 I'm reflecting, after a hospital stay, on the things I love.... here I am...

[@jeffmacarthur9722]

Get well soon! 🤣🇨🇦💪

[@nathanreiter6908]

I hear you, I got released from a hospital stay due to a seizure, watching Rush on you tube helped out some of that trauma and depression for me.

[@marksienicki1253]

@@jeffmacarthur9722 yes!

[@treybeck00]

Laying here in bed jamming to Rush while recovering from my latest chemo treatment. This is epic ❤ 🎸

[@MadnessComicNetwork]

@@treybeck00 hope it helps...get better brother

[@ThePilottribune]

I don't care what anybody else says: Those are three of the greatest musicians I've had the pleasure to listen to for 40+ years. Just so damn good.

[@Ravishrex1]

Definitely up there with pink Floyd, Sabbath , young , zeplin

[@theodoreritola9758]

TRY Some Led Zeppelin Live Madison Square 1973 May Change your mind ,, Did mine , The 2ND half of Stair way to Heaven IS MIND BLOWING And so many More, L, Z Has Sold over 300 million Lps world wide,,

[@davidjaymz64]

@@theodoreritola9758 sales dont equal talent necessarily. rush is a far more talented band then zep.

[@glennh.2573]

You got that right

[@theodoreritola9758]

THAT IS NOT EVEN CLOSE BTO BEING FUNNY

[@AlwaysBeWater]

When I was 14 I had Rush posters all over my room. The walls, the ceiling, my closet. everywhere full of Rush posters, I always wondered who took those photos. How did they get so CLOSE!? Well, I'm 50 now and a professional concert photographer who shoots 75-100 bands a year live. I got to stand 10 feet away from RUSH a couple years ago and photograph them live and in person for the first time. Even though I photograph popular bands all the time, I nearly had a heart attack from sheer joy shooting RUSH. Now I have my own Rush posters hanging in my office that I shot personally. Full Circle. Love you and thank you Neil, Alex and Geddy! RIP Neil.

[@gravydavy4188]

That's a bit cool.

[@bostonbrian2652]

Hey man...it don't get any killer than that! Congrats from a 35 year Rush fan.

[@terrybuchanan8133]

Lucky man

[@kendavid891]

my fav Canadian rockers as a boy

[@MrShelo09]

It would be a truly pleasure to see this photographs someday, congrats!

[@saspursdynasty]

G.O.A.T MrNeil..R.I.P

[@bigdog8169]

Neil wasnt a drummer, he was a true percussionist and will never, ever be duplicated. Truly one of my hero growing up. I hope there is a drum kit in heaven where he can play for the Angel's. RIP Neil, you are missed........

[@damirhlobik6488]

Neil about Carl Palmer "I'll never be able to play like Carl Palmer"

[@lesliewilliams6056]

My brother came back from the service and blessed me with Rush, 2112. I've loved them every since!

[@ericbutler739]

​@@damirhlobik6488 It's called being gracious. I hate these pissing matches, they play instruments, not against each other. Both are legends, nuff said.

[@jrjimi7216]

RIP Neal. I totally agree.

[@JimL2883]

Was he a Believer on Christ for salvation? No one comes to the Father except through Him.

[@johnredford09]

The best part about RUSH is it was always ALL about making great music, not overdone stage sets or dance routines, just the music. They genuinely cared about each other, too. After Neil was devastated by the deaths of his wife and daughter in separate instances, they put the band aside for two years and made sure he had time to recover. They tracked his progress the whole time then eagerly welcomed him back. Pretty down to earth people.

[@Number1Butter]

Thats canadians for ya, but joking aside they truly seem like great people. RIP Neil Peart

[@carpethroatius1]

If we judge the greatest bands of all time based on the quality and integrity of the members and not their music Rush would be number 1 through 5

[@carpethroatius1]

And please don't misunderstand as far as RUSH's music goes to me they are the greatest band of all time

[@normanlee6957]

You should read Neil's book about that time.

[@custom15player]

You get friends by being a friend….is this when Alex and his son got hammered at their country club New Years Eve party, took over the band that was hired, and got arrested? I live in SW FL and worked at a CC in Naples when that happened and it might be the best story every for those old, stodgy, look down their nose people ever

[@gm3353]

RIP to one of the greatest musicians who ever walked this planet. Neil Peart we will miss you

[@vanillagorilla8236]

Yes may have something to say about that. 3 piece ok, I'll give you that. Getty Lee is Talented but the Fish Chris Squire was the Bass King ! Hands Down! Steve vs Alex, well I don't even think that's close. Neil is the Drums Ace ! This is True !

[@gracefullikeagazelle]

@@vanillagorilla8236 We're remembering Neil Peart here buddy---not anyone else.

[@vanillagorilla8236]

@@gracefullikeagazelle chicken shit response...and I'm not your buddy - Pal

[@nathanrobinson2130]

@@vanillagorilla8236 Stay classy, asshat.

[@TensionalVolt]

Fucking G; YYZ blew my mind at 12 (25 currently), Limelight showed me how Rock could be and 2012 is the quintessential Prog piece in my eyes. RIP Neil, you will never be forgotten!!!

[@brendahedden2683]

Many years ago I was Neil and Jackie's Housekeeper. They were the most down to earth people. Selena was so young and beautiful. She always wanted me to climb her sprial staircase to her Beautiful Bedroom and play with her dolls. Neil had very huge game room over the garage by the big bay windows he have his platform and drumset...on days the house would vibrate. All the Gold , Platinum records l cleaned so carefully in his office the Emmy award (which is extremely heavy. Wonder Time. We are Honoring Neil in Port Dalhousie my home town and his with a gorgeous statue. I will be there for sure. Rip Neil ,Jackie and Selena. ❤❤❤Your in my thoughts and prayers 🙏 forever. ❤❤❤

[@dancampbell9151]

You were blessed to have known them that way. All the rest of us have only been able to know them and love them ( as RUSH ) from afar. God bless and thanks for sharing 😇

[@WiscoNtv458]

These guys ROCKED!!! I'm now 65 and still these guys hit that sweet spot in my soul which no other band can reach. Thanks guys.

[@twincitiesdashcam9119]

Was happy to see them in concert 4 times, I'm 54.

[@baxbax1763]

Now we have The Warning...

[@walterlegere1403]

There were a lot of great bands in the 70's! I've seen so many in my youth. Zeppelin, Yes, Emerson, Lake and Palmer, Pink Floyd, Boston, the Eagles, Skynyrd... I could go on and on but there was one band that I saw live for the first time in 1977 that just blew me away and that was these guys. It was remarkable and I'll never forget it! They were just so different and LOUD! I couldn't hear right for a few days after that concert! These guys and so many other original "arena" bands were the soundtrack to my youth and what a great time it was. I miss those days and think about them all the time. I had friends back then and we'd go to whatever concerts we could afford to go to. I'd work 60 hrs a week just so I could afford tickets to a Stones concert or to take my girlfriend to go see KISS! The last concert I went to was to see the Zack Brown Band in Charlotte, NC and those guys played for two and a half hours in 98 degree blistering heat and humidity and they didn't miss a beat the whole time! The younger generation just doesn't understand and I feel bad for them because they'll never get to experience what we did growing up.

[@johnnyboy4711]

I wholeheartedly concur, sir! heard them on bus to college on CD 30 years ago ,locked in since then!

[@ianhaynes3127]

@@walterlegere1403 I tend to disagree. If you bring them up well educated they will appreciate. My gen Z daughter collects CD's and doesn't download from Spotify. She has CDs by Yes, Rush, Maiden, Genesis, Floyd, Zeppelin, Camel, Wishbone Ash, Van Der Graaf etc.... But she also like more current modern music of her generation (including rap) Ok!!! Overall she has a very inclusive musical taste and is very tolerant of others tastes too!

[@billkoonz8209]

There was never, nor will there ever be a band who remained friends for 40 years, were as musically talented individually and as a group as the three friends who entertained us for over 40 years! Thank you all for the memories!

[@austinwiebe3801]

Only in Canada

[@telsport]

Lovely tribute Mr Koonz.

[@subhub6968]

and from TO!!

[@TubeMark1973]

Ehmmm, Bruce Springsteen and The E-Street Band??

[@jobob7223]

Mark van Woudenberg tom petty and the heartbreakers.

[@Greenjeeper999]

RIP Professor. You're at peace now. We miss you and love you.

[@HappyArchaeology-mm4ng]

Why Buddy Rich, could never beat Neil Peart. In a hundred years. Awesome drum kit. Just for one

[@RUFUS777]

How do you know?

[@josephmckenzie8953]

Neil Peart is the only celebrity that I cried my eyes out when I learned of his passing. Thank you Rush for playing the soundtrack to my life.

[@charlottevictoria.hubbard7472]

I also cried when Jon Lord and Gary Moore passed away. 😢

[@OmarAntunezCaraccioli]

Peart y edie van halen

[@chrissexsmith7485]

Hit me like a punch in the gut

[@andrewwagner2097]

Same here. It still weighs on me. These three guys without ever knowing my name got me through so much in my life and continue to do so.

[@DanKoning777]

@@andrewwagner2097// If possible "These three guys" would *plead* with you now-to seek and *know* the One they ignored: Jesus Christ. "Seek the Lord *while He may be found.* Call on Him *while He is near"* [Isaiah 55v6] There is no "RIP" without Christ.

[@mrgrubbage519]

RIP Neil. You wrote the soundtrack to my life. I miss you already.

[@raymondkaufmann2531]

He was the best i ever saw 6xs in concert rip u will be drumming with bonham cliffburton on bass hendrix stevie ray randy rhodes on guitar

[@jamigen1]

@@raymondkaufmann2531 EWWWW, That's it,, Now more even more reason! ☄️🌠🎶

[@patriotrob7066]

No shit well said!!

[@jnkdlx]

Well said, enough said.... Lá Vila Strangiato forever!

[@tomverri]

Amen....Mine too

[@martijngroenhout7635]

holy shit, i find it SO hard to hold tears knowing that this will NEVER be heard live again. Thank you RUSH... thanks you so much for everything!

[@nickfoster236]

I’m 20 years old. I went to clockwork tour. Last tour ever. My first concerts I have never been more grateful

[@NH4Ukraine2]

I'm right there with you, brother. Especially when I think that my children's first live rock concert was RUSH.

[@stevehanford1753]

Agree!!! The Best!!!

[@carysvendsen9069]

I feel the exact same way Martijn. But, it makes me feel better to know others feel the same way. Thank you RUSH for the greatest, most memorable music!!!

[@jcabram6642]

omg give me a break, Geddy sounds like someones stomping on his balls. Also, this is absolutely not the best intro ever.

[@doughocking6317]

Three great musicians and friends performing at the highest level for four decades. Not recognized to the degree they deserve!

[@patricknevin2703]

I respected them above all else. However I am kinda happy they were not truly main stream popular...made me feel like I knew something that not many others did.

[@KinuGrove]

Well they did make the rock and roll hall of fame. In the music industry they are very well respected. As for the general public I like the face that they never got to mega star fame levels.

[@mloftin6472]

This band more than makes up for Nickelback and Bieber.

[@kennywest8516]

No comparison

[@jamesclark9479]

I am always intrigued when somebody says the band or an individual does not get the credit they deserve .... by whose standards does one make this observation? What more does one expect them to have? Not to mention the arrogance of assuming to know what people deserve..

[@old_school_guy]

The best drummer, bassist and guitarist ever. Perfect band.

[@tinqyue9922]

Been listening to Rush since the early 80’s. 100% best 3 piece band ever and Neil Peart definitely the greatest drummer of all time (R.I.P)

[@freddyalvarado7324]

No Doubt about it. Never saw them live, But in 78- 80' MTV was on top of it. Too bad I didn't have a 69' TV. had the stereo.

[@DarryllC]

Class of '86. ...I couldn't have survived adolescence without Rush on my Walkman.

[@coolollibaden]

Absolut der beste Drummer auf Augenhöhe mit Carl Palmer! Greetings fromm Germany!

[@farmerj1]

All the Worlds a Stage was one of my first albums. I've been enjoying Rush since the mid-70s when I realized what music was...they invented "Progressive" rock. Unbelievable talent, lyrics, etc. RIP Neil.

[@katadam2186]

@@DarryllC yo D how bout it

[@tcevans1962]

No one makes music this good anymore. OUTSTANDING!

[@81millionhaha_fjb]

Agreed!

[@Hollywood-yv3qy]

Nope.they sure don't &.can't what a insane sound a magical trio can make together. ALL 3 MUSICAL GENIUS'S !!!

[@muccisebastian9300]

Dream Theater, Winery dogs, even Foo fighters

[@jlobiafra]

Porcupine tree, opeth, king gizzard and the lizard wizard. You just have to explore

[@KevinMcCoy-i8q]

I was privileged to see them multiple times beginning in 1979. Culminated in 2012 when my son at age 19 accompanied me to his first Rush concert. Timeless.

[@MarkSmith-jp9be]

AWSOME!!!!!

[@duze78]

1980 4th row center at the Ampitheater

[@glenbetton3146]

Sheffield City Hall February 1978...long time ago...my youngest son still listens to my old Rush albums on my old Technics SL-1200🥲

[@stephenorourke7005]

Every once in a while, I come back to this. My wife is like, "why do you play this SO LOUD??" I'm like, how do you listen to this less than volume 9!! To All of my brethren RUSH & "The Professor" Fans, This will live on forever!! it truly is "THE GREATEST INTRO EVER"!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 2024, AND I STILL CALL THEM THE GREATEST BAND THAT EVER ROCKED THIS EARTH!!!! :Edit: That astounding Kit!! and it wasn't for show, he knew where and how, EVERYTHING was!!

[@ronyfletcher1306]

It is born to be loud 🎉🎉😂😂

[@philipkennedy8692]

Sorry, but it absolutely MUST be 11.

[@michaellount6256]

I’m listening in 2024 as well. Still amazing to listen too

[@jackkennedy1936]

Brings tears to these now 51 yr old eyes to know that these 3 will never be together like this again. Here is to Neil and all those great songs and most of all, memories we will have with us for all time to remember him, and this great band that was never 1 person any bigger than the band itself. A true brotherhood for the ages. Thank you guys, I have been a fan since I was just a five year old when my older brother brought home the first RUSH album back in 1974. It has been a wonderful journey..

[@dominicmarsano2161]

I too am 51. Found Rush in 82 on Signals. And like a fire it burned so bright....47 live shows and I saw my 47th in my 46th year of life. Was hoping to get one for every year for a long time.. Alas....2020...and no hope of a "one last time". Got my tickets for Neil's Lifetime Celebration in Canada and my guess is they won't let me in to go to it in October.

[@Jmpmstrtex]

I'm now 58 and haven'd these guys in a few yrs. I've got goose bumps!! What a treasure they were and in many ways, still are. I was in 6th grade when I learned of them. Music can bend time better than Star Trek.

[@michaelpalmer5914]

WELL SAID.......

[@jacquelinemitchell5323]

Jack Kennedy had the privilege of seeing them in MA in the early 90s. Most impressive show I’ve ever seen. Such talent. Outstanding

[@induss1491]

same here

[@daviddoughton5938]

My wife wasn't a Rush fan, but she bought 20th row tickets for the Snakes and Arrows tour. She's liked them ever since. Score!

[@AaronSpear]

Keep that one!

[@robertkenyon3296]

Happy wife...

[@mannyisaraiderhater]

I took my wife to see them in Vegas for her first time, she cried and said "they're so good!"

[@markusanderson1517]

Neil Peart ...... what can I say, simply the greatest.

[@stephenorourke7005]

I have stated this repeatedly, The Greatest "percussionist" the modern world has ever seen. And then add his fantastic lyrics!!??!!?? Nobody comes close!! Although I will say the drummer for Queensrhyche is a bad-ass too!!

[@jsteele_1020]

I never felt like Alex Lifeson got the recognition. The greatest most underrated guitarist ever.

[@twodogpop3745]

I was sad when Neil retired, absolutely devastated today. Rest in peace sir.

[@martinwest4980]

Wierd but . I know, it killed me for some odd reason.

[@hunterbunn9703]

At least he got to relax with his family the last few years

[@claygilchrist632]

A month later and it's still tough to swallow. I think the reason it stings so much is it was totally unexpected as no one outside of his family and close friends knew he was sick. I understand his reasons for keeping it quiet and can't blame him.

[@cadanrichards2615]

RIP Neil Greatest Drummer of all Time in my opinion Truly sad ever. Rush`s Music will always live on

[@TomMarkel-gplus]

Yes. RIP

[@marvinflatt6947]

Did you ever see Ginger Baker play? Neil was great too tho.

[@MindfulMaterialism]

It would live on better if you supported Rush's official KZbin page. They have monetization and would go to support the band. Now you are just supporting some random guy

[@mattpayne1435]

@@marvinflatt6947 listen to each player for a week straight and then if you still feel the same then ok, yes Ginger is top five but only one can be #1.

[@marvinflatt6947]

@@mattpayne1435 been listening to both for years, imo Baker is better..that's all

[@gnavrides]

Three intensely intelligent musicians ran into each other and created this masterpiece band. One in a zillion. Saw them many times, often by myself just to soak it all in. I LOVE you Rush. Miss you so very much Neil.

[@POKERMIKE-1624]

Like a few bands so much talent and gifted everyone and you end up with a power house of music lyrics that are priceless like zeppelin black sabbath just to name a few

[@michaelb.42112]

Me too !!! I went to a few shows alone and in the 1990's drove to Sacramento from Sonoma County without a ticket hoping to find one in the parking lot. Some dude comes up to me and asks if I want to buy a ticket. Then a black guy with dreads asked me the same question and I bought a ticket from him for $20 bucks, and the white guy asked me, "You're gonna buy a ticket from that guy ?" It was TENTH ROW in the center !!!! I'm the guy who made the Geddy Lee for President '92 bumper stickers that I sold at the Mountain View show and it covered the cost for my ticket, and all my buddies who came with me.

[@POKERMIKE-1624]

@michaelb.42112 You're full of bs jk lol. Thanks for sharing that story. I saw them in Calgary 1986. One of the best concerts I've been to their sound system was topnotch and probbley analog that's better than digital tc 🙂

[@robertkenyon3296]

I'm Seattle, seen em in the 70s, 80s, 90s, 00s n 10s. Simply put. One of the greatest bands ever.

[@chanita4280]

My first Rush show was Hemispheres at the Coliseum. I was in utter awe.

[@ramsayhofmeister]

I took my mom to see Rush back in the day. She has two Masters. One in Music. She was a great concert pianist among other accomplishments. Mom and me to see Rush! We had a blast.

[@bgbii5794]

End of June 2024 and listening.. goose bumps listening and reflecting on how incredible they were. Regret not seeing them one more time

[@robertw.bauesjr9190]

Am 66 now, first time I saw them I was 16; Still get goose bumps!!

[@DonnaWillis-sf4dk]

❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉😢🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤

[@michaellount6256]

September 2024 still listening

[@stevewhitehouse1660]

There will never be another 3 piece band who could reach their levels of perfection and be so graceful ! No drugs or tattoos needed !!!!

[@jimbarrofficial]

Well, I wouldn't say no drugs.. read their biographies, there were plenty of drugs back in the day. I agree with everything else you said though.

[@FloydMaxwell]

Emerson, Lake & Palmer

[@patrickkennedy3901]

@@jimbarrofficial that is exactly what i was going to say

[@ben11fan]

I think Highly Suspect might. may have drugs and tattoos involved but just as awesome musically

[@c.c.walters8546]

@@FloydMaxwell you read my mind!!!

[@whatsit2ya247]

August 2024, I'm still here for it, 52 years and counting! 🎶👑🤘

[@Lisa-vh3nh]

Sept 2024 and 55. I am here with you!

[@whatsit2ya247]

@@Lisa-vh3nh I'm actually 63, I was referring to when I started listening! 😎 Rock on!

[@Lisa-vh3nh]

@@whatsit2ya247 Oops so sorry. I read your comment wrong. My fault. I met Neil Peart at a drum clinic once. He was very nice.

[@whatsit2ya247]

@@Lisa-vh3nh So cool! I'm officially jealous! 👍

[@Lisa-vh3nh]

@@whatsit2ya247 LOL! He was the best!!

[@DanielBachme]

Canada day ain't a day without the best band to come from Canada!

[@markgreenaway7146]

I remember drawing the RUSH logo and the Rush star on my books in High School (class of 79) took my daughter to see them in Hershey about 10 years ago telling her that Hannah Montana wasn't going to be her first concert. And she was going to see the best drummer in the world. She loves Rush to this day. RIP Neil.

[@troylaudette7804]

Well done sir! Got to start em off right.

[@thefitchemist2123]

Parenting done right!!!

[@frmerrin2]

You did her a huge favor.

[@davix8669]

Very very good father ❤️

[@davix8669]

Save the children from bullshit

[@ZOMb2010]

How can you not smile watching this INCREDIBLE BAND .. R.I.P Mr. PEART

[@tonydean2541]

yep theres a whole lot of talent there thats for sure.

[@Twirlip2]

I wish I could upvote this video twice! Although I'm not the world's biggest Rush fan, this video planted a great big smile on my face, non-stop for 11 minutes. The band looked like they were having a ball, and the audience certainly were. I don't know why KZbin recommended this to me on 1 January 2024, but I'm feeling better about the new year already.

[@musselmanc]

This was a great concert -- July 2004 / White River Amphitheater; remember it like it was yesterday and hard to believe almost 20 years ago. Greatest band ever. RIP Neil Peart.

[@zaphodb9213]

"That's no drum-kit, that's a space station". - Obi-Wan Kenobi.

[@julianwells4055]

Definitely not Ringo Starr's drum kit.

[@rampenfossum5868]

@@julianwells4055 Or Charlie Watts drum kit :)

[@rth4usc]

yes I will fire up a joint of skywalker

[@aaronmcnabb7177]

Obi-Wan Neil Kenobi!

[@-mike9227]

Fuckin Neil Peart!!! May the force be with you brother.

[@basilagency]

I discovered this band when I was thirteen and they changed my life. Now I’m 56 and listening to them makes me cry with joy !

[@willithewit4012]

Same here! I was about 16 when I studied Rush music. I learnt playing drums listening to Kiss and Rush :) This is so cool! Even more, THE Canadian Rockband recording their 40th anniversary tour in Frankfurt Festhalle, Germany. Makes me happy. This venue was my second living room for many years. So much legacy, for the location and the band as well. Perfect fit. I'll never forget the sadness I felt when I learned that Neil passed away. It was like the day when Freddie passed away. What a loss....

[@nightcrawler1]

me too im 52 bought drums from mowing yards and destroyed them playing this

[@stevehanford1753]

Agree!! great band,love them forever! 69 !

[@joeyd1966]

Same for me I'm 56 also love RUSH

[@r0b3r568]

I went to see them at Nassau Coliseum back in the late 70' early 80's ( friends & I felt like we were old men) we were listing to them from their 1st album & we are all in our 60's now.

[@disorderlymovement]

RIP, Neil. You will always be the best and I am so glad that I lived in a generation that got to see your magic live.

[@jamigen1]

🤗 YESSSS!!! THE BEST. I usto buy concerts on 🤣😂 Beta, then DVD. LOTS OF CONCERTS... But Neil was my first Solo Drummer I bought 😅🎶

[@jamigen1]

Where do You Think The Master Drum Set will Lye.. 😥😢😞🌷

[@Moondoggy1941]

The best thing I ever did was bring my two sons to see Rush, the worst thing I ever did was only going once.

[@gutstompenrocker]

Went to see them once. They were so ripped they botched half their songs and didn't even play Working Man. One of my favorite bands and without a doubt, worst concert I have ever been to.

[@Moondoggy1941]

@@gutstompenrocker Wow I did not think that they partaked. That was a bummer, I went and saw Van Halen for the second time in Los Angles at a US concert, they were horrible, Aerosmith swept the floor with them, it wan't even close.

[@gutstompenrocker]

@@Moondoggy1941 Took my son to Tool and Van Halen. No regrets there. Happy Holidays.

[@tinyweegiant4045]

Interrupting this musical masterclass half way through with adverts is a crime against all humanity

[@billyraysneed6985]

fully agree!

[@multimixonline3067]

Ad Block Plus...

[@jankuipers2317]

bastards

[@kens9775]

Try using UBlock Origin, I never see any ads ever.

[@RussellNelson]

If you pay for KZbin Premium, you don't get ads. Best expenditure EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@hoosiermaker2358]

pinz2022 I don't always listen to RUSH, but when I do, so does the whole neighborhood..

[@trebor3377]

R30, my friends...

[@ojsaantigua3923]

lol

[@theresademorrow1003]

Like Ged's (or was it Alex's?) mom said in Beyond the Lighted Stage: "The whole neighborhood was bumping!"

[@vincentrathbone26]

That's the way it should be :-)

[@jasonwilson6658]

All going down hill. An oid. Fuck it it. The past

[@AndyHuff38]

Seriously, the way Neil Peart plays drums so easy and eloquently is a joy to behold.. I think I could watch him forever.. 🙏 Neil

[@michaelmattis1586]

Not easily. He suffered later in life with joint pain.

[@eddyvandermeirsch]

Stop asking who's listening,we never stopped.

[@jimspears5423]

To bring this back to the top - thanks to Neto, who posted this 11 months ago. 0:00/1:04 - "Finding My Way" - (Rush) 1:05/2:39 - "Anthem" - (Fly By Night) 2:40/3:26 - "Bastille Day" - (Caress of Steel) 3:27/4:37 - "A Passage to Bangkok" - (2112) 4:38/5:49 - "Cygnus X-1 (Book I - The Voyage)" - (A Farewell To Kings) 5:50/6:33 - "Cygnus X-1 (Book II: Hemispheres)" - (Hemispheres) 6:34/11:36 - "The Spirit of Radio" - (Permanent Waves)

[@acardosog]

Excelent, thank you for sharing!!

[@didimoco2973]

Thank you!😊

[@saidkhochsima5068]

MANY THANKS

[@ceviche7024]

Miss um....still brings a grin,chills and a tear. What a FN intro!

[@kpcincy]

Ahhh. A TRUE FAN. Nice work

[@34dukeboy]

RIP Neal Peart you we're Incredible the best drummer ever! Favourite band of all time

[@MindfulMaterialism]

Yet you don't support them on their official KZbin channel. Interesting

[@34dukeboy]

@@MindfulMaterialism ????

[@MindfulMaterialism]

@@34dukeboy you know how people have to upload videos to KZbin? Well Rush does. Many of their videos only have a couple thousand views when they should have millions. The more views a channel has, the more money they get. If Rush gets more views, then they will get money. It's like respecting the people who actually wrote, played and made the videos

[@34dukeboy]

@@MindfulMaterialism ok boomer just shut up all i wrote was rip neil peart sorry i offended u by not subscribing to rush. I didnt know that not subbing to someones KZbin channel proves idc about them. Go back to ur pathetic l8fe because clearly no one cares about u

[@Schizosepsis]

Best drummer ever? John Bonham?

[@scotthirsch3479]

Rush: When love of music, friendship, and integrity overrides big egos, drugs, and sexual conquesting to give you decades of great music.

[@richardcraig6089]

Pure MUSICIANS to the CORE! 110%!! I read some interview with Geddy & Alex that Niel played concerts with blistered, cut hands plus having an inflammation on his feet playing on "bloody stumps and barely able to walk!" We will never see anyone like him again!

[@srpdesigns]

Hey Scott like everyone since I heard the news I've been listening to their music and reading all the comments from the short and sweet to the long and winded but I think YOU nailed it My Friend,.

[@scotthirsch3479]

@@srpdesigns appreciate that SRP, especially from a designer!

[@tarnopol]

Well, yeah, but drugs and sexual conquesting aren't bad, c'mon. :)

[@Rayburn58]

Excellent call, so true.

[@MalacosaMinecrack]

Bitter sweet watching this, RIP Professor.... we miss you so much.

[@CynoCast]

This is real rock n roll. The most unreal live show you can watch. RUSH... Biggest power trio of all time!

[@damirhlobik6488]

ELP

[@paull.5921]

No one even close ...

[@robertwagner9933]

Yes this is real rock absolutely

[@veronicawalter2357]

And Triumph.

[@CLRacing12]

I’ve been a Rush fan for 40 years, the more I listen the more I appreciate Alex Lifeson, very underrated, and I don’t think you will see musicianship in 3 artists as you will in Rush anytime soon...

[@Yes-gz9qs]

If you listen to his evolution of playing and style over the years, it's incredible. I dont think I've heard any guitarist evolve like him. His guitar playing across the board is amazing but on PRESTO its mind boggling. Cheers!

[@darthcheney7447]

Yah, all of them seem to get better with age. Probably cause they didn't do any drugs to destroy their brains.

[@theodoreritola9758]

You wernt a fan in the 70s ? Why Not

[@agtbruinsman7190]

More than likely never will .

[@andrewblatherwick8758]

I don't think we'll see it ever again. I am lucky enough to have seen them live 3 times and they are just supremely talented musicians.

[@dennisn1672]

The intro that can never be topped. These guys were so incredible. My first concert was rush and kiss together. Talk about a show. It was phenomenal.

[@michaelgentiluomo5385]

Who headlined?

[@stanlogan7504]

I saw them together and RUSH was the headline. Early 70s.

[@markcarlisle4690]

Same here. Kizz headlined. Charleston Wva. I'm 60 now. 😒 ( . Y . ) but still love to ROCK. Thanx RUSH

[@kw7842]

WOW, that was the same tour I was introduced to Rush…1974?? 75?? I actually have a poster from that show…ticket prices were like $5.50 per! Kiss headlined…never again was that the case!

[@svojim53151]

@@stanlogan7504 is pp

[@Lisa-vh3nh]

Three musicians in this band and they created an astounding wall of sound! It sounds like 20 people. True rock band and legendary.

[@StephenRapp-c6n]

Still puts tears in my eyes...what an amazing band, and such an anomaly from the typical RNR band!! NOBODY wrote lyrics like Neil, and such amazing musical effort from all of them. Damn, I miss you guys!!! There will never be another even close...

[@jamesmason2228]

There could be. But it would have to be a group of people who never accepted "good enough" - and were willing to spend their lives chasing "better".

[@leonardgould6657]

@jamesmason2228 Absolutely! A one-off Canadian project in the heights to which the Canadian character can soar when driven by the refusal to quit!..never surrender!..and the pure love of your game!..whether Hockey in Edmonton@, or Rock and Roll in Hamilton!.. take on all comers!, and .roll on in the pure joy of what your god-given talent can accomplish! God love ❤️ you guys!, AND GOD LOVE NEIL PEART! CANADA 🇨🇦 ♥️ WILL NEVER FORGET YOU!

[@humanactivated1017]

@@leonardgould6657well I’m they case head knights obliterated Edmonton oilers there first season , and Demi Lovato band may be more powerful than rush

[@leonardgould6657]

@@humanactivated1017 This is "gobblety-gook" there, bud! .. whatcha. y.all tryin' ta say, there, Bud? Is this "Bud the spud from the Big Red Mud?" - you sound like you're failing at A.I. attempted implementation!

[@xerravon]

Ive had 2 bands in my top place well since high school in 70's & 80's. Rush was my first favorite then Pink Floyd....

[@mariagarciasuarez3079]

Remenber: 0:00/1:04 - "Finding My Way" - (Rush) 1:05/2:39 - "Anthem" - (Fly By Night) 2:40/3:26 - "Bastille Day" - (Caress of Steel) 3:27/4:37 - "A Passage to Bangkok" - (2112) 4:38/5:49 - "Cygnus X-1 (Book I - The Voyage)" - (A Farewell To Kings) 5:50/6:33 - "Cygnus X-1 (Book II: Hemispheres)" - (Hemispheres) 6:34/11:36 - "The Spirit of Radio" - (Permanent Waves)

[@wait...what...]

Thank you! I should make my RUSH fan hubby play a game of "Can you name this intro?" lol

[@k_spats]

Thank you!!! I was just about to get out a pen and paper! ✍️ 🤣

[@manuelalvarez7755]

Nais

[@danielryan9076]

Thank you.

[@johnjara3296]

Lo máximo gracias 🎉🎉🎉

[@johnfairbairn9912]

Rest in peace Neil you was and will always be a amazing man sitting behind the drums

[@RuthEllis-o8o]

I can not listen to Rush without tears in my eyes. First, for the decades of joy their music has brought me and second, because there will be no new music to come. I am forever grateful to my late husband for introducing me to the greatness of Rush. Best. Rock. Trio. Ever!

[@russellkerstetter3121]

This is the greatest fucking eleven and a half minutes of live rock n roll ever!!!!!!!!!! RIP Professor Peart.

[@3833lee]

agree!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@GundogJake]

Yes!!!!!

[@barrywebb3014]

Listen & learn !!....timeless magic !

[@tonywethereld7429]

The 'greatest'...really? It is great, but the 'greatest'? Have you (or I or others for that matter) heard all possible 'contenders'? I suspect not, and that is not me being derogatory but rather acknowledging that it is probably an impossibility to have heard ALL alternatives great pieces.. It is also in my view that the 'greatest' is quite a subjective determination so I have come to realize that because I have not heard all possible alternatives AND because my tastes are somewhat eclectic then I am unable to state that one piece in particular is the greatest. All I could reasonably state perhaps is that one particular piece is the greatest that I have heard. For my part there are plenty of great pieces, ranging from some of Neil Young and Crazy Horse's masterful performances (Cortez, Down by the River, Cinammon Girl etc) to Yes (with Starship/Yours is No Disgrace/Wurm) to Humble Pie's I don't need no Doctor and then on to Richard Thompson's nearly 14-min Calvary Cross (my personal favourite). I just enjoy as many of these musical gems as I can before my time is up.

[@russellkerstetter3121]

@@tonywethereld7429 One thing you can always count on is there is an asshole in every crowd

[@niged]

Three over talented guys smashing it. The musicianship is off the scale. Such a loss we'll never see them again. RIP Neil. Your missed.

[@golfhound]

We have had 45 great years of this band and fortunately, we can listen to their albums and watch their videos until we die. Imagine those few in the18th/19th century who were lucky enough to see/hear Mozart or Beethoven perform. No radios, videos, cd's back then. The whole world gets to hear and watch Rush forever in HD stereo.

[@mikem683]

Beautiful, this man was a true artist. A thinking man that wrote deep lyrics that still resonate with me at 52 years old. But that was not enough he became one of the most complex drummers to ever exist. Neil you touched my soul brother. Thank you for the art. So saddened to hear of your passing. You were a beautiful human

[@lyndondow1040]

And no air play on the radio.Rush rules !

[@eh3253]

Mike M my father in law is Canadian. He doesn’t know who Rush is.

[@mikem683]

@@lyndondow1040 klos in southern ca still plays them. sadly the radio has been ruined by one company clear channel owning more than half the stations.

[@mikem683]

@@eh3253 well art is subjective but we are blessed that we know who they are.

[@darrinfontana6217]

I am the same age as you, 52. Neil was such an inspiration to me and all the years growing up with Rush as my all time favorite rock band. He may be gone but my memories will forever last in my soul and mind forever.

[@josou812]

OMG - the title of this video was so NOT clickbait! So glad I watched - thank you!

[@coasterpug2616]

One of the best thing about Rush to me is that they never stopped evolving or trying new things. They never restricted themselves to one sound or style. The words "Rush doesn't do that" weren't in their vocabulary. They dabbled in metal, prog, reggae, new wave, synth rock, and anything else that tickled their fancy, and somehow made all of it sound like Rush. Not everyone liked everything they did, but few other bands had their curiosity or versatility, and because of that, their catalog is one of the most diverse in recorded music.

[@ischmidt]

It's one of the reasons I love Rush. If I want to hear something in nearly any rock-related style there's at least one Rush song that covers it.

[@snakeknife7518]

that is a sign of a truly great band look at zz top same three guys for 47 years they do what they want when they want and don't give two s%$#s about radio play same with rush.

[@MikeBurke]

What I love about Rush is that they did things their way regardless of pressures from record labels, fans, agents or anyone else. They said fuck it all, we're in this for ourselves; if you like what we do, that's great, but if not, we don't really care because we genuinely love it and that's all that matters. That is the way to live your life.

[@FactsRFearless]

Fuck yes! RUSH!!!

[@snakeknife7518]

Unlike those record company fan hating whores metalijoke or aka selloutica.

[@jontnoneya3404]

That's kind of one of Rush's tricks when playing live. They like to disguise what song is coming up next. If you're familiar with Rush's music you heard a bunch of different songs there before they launched into Spirit of the Radio. What I love most about this video is how clear the sound is. You can really hear every instrument and especially the drums. Well done!!

[@kreatra7188]

Let this forever be a reminder of how privileged the human race was to have Neil Peart.

[@casinosnoopy9900]

Now that is a bit much, he may have been the best behind a drum kit, but he didnt cure cancer. If being an entertainer is your idea of benefiting the human race then ok i guess.

[@leftystevenson2436]

Why? Thousands of mediocre drummers around.

[@soundmanmartin]

@@casinosnoopy9900 wanker

[@rctopfueler2841]

i agree 100 pct love the man rip mr peart

[@tonykarais3172]

And the entire band.

[@ericvetesy9409]

Saw them in 1985. Watching this video makes my hair grow longer and I crave a joint. My God music was great then.

[@cristinesplinis5815]

Very few bands can get away with 5+ minute intro before starting the set. This is one of the few. Also, not every band is as visibly excited to still be touring after so many years. Neal, you are sorely missed. A hole is in all our hearts…and drum sets. 😘

[@worldtrav72]

This intro is a concert unto itself.

[@thearcher9940]

9: 30

[@dalmasc]

RIP Neil. God bless your soul and your wife and daughter who you lost at young age.

[@jmason40]

they're up there with jeans, tennis shoes, and relaxing shirts like they are going to a barbecue. When your talent speaks for itself!

[@scp101418]

I know that shits right !!

[@sheridenboord7853]

Coz there costumes weren't dry yet. Couldn't ya see there cloths in the dryers behind them on stage.

[@iandavis2325]

No makeup required... 110% musically ingenious design for “The True & Real”

[@noelbrady4946]

And they are waiting for their laundry to finish it's wash cycle

[@imaseeker100]

for real

[@Kung_Fu_Jesus]

This has to be the most powerful performance of these tunes I’ve heard in all my 45 years of listening to Rush. Professionalism, integrity and outstanding musicianship all wrapped up in a 3 piece

[@blotmaster1]

Rush is the most underrated band with the most complex and great music. I have seen them 17 times and every show was spectacular!

[@shawnnedimyer5090]

blotmaster1 amen

[@minisurfbanana]

Wow 7x for me 🤘

[@leechurchill1965]

But they still seem quite celebrated. Even long after their streak of great albums in the 70s and 80s. It could be that anything of substance is shadowed by modern pop vacuousness.

[@lancematthews9014]

How fortunate we are to have been alive during Rush's great 40 year run. Seen them 3 times and I truly am grateful.

[@darinlagarry3091]

Same here. Saw them in Montreal, Albany and Binghampton.

[@kerryclark4967]

Saw them in 1977 in a small venue (Thunder Bay, Ont) @Fort William Gardens and that was the ONLY time I saw them live! That was their Fly By Night Tour. That was also my very 1st live concert and it has left me with great memories! I was 19 then and I'm 62 now! It truly was unforgettable!

[@dwaynedeslatte2957]

7 concerts for me spread out over 30 odd years....from the first moment I loaded Moving Pictures in my cassette deck I was a teue believer

[@guitarvixen7255]

True, we lucky GenXers

[@winstoncollier5488]

Remember: This was only *3* dudes! Each one a master musician in his own right. We will never see the likes of this again except in recording. I'm not glad that I'm not a kid anymore, but I'll trade that for being old enough to have seen Rush live three times.

[@danielmcalister2713]

Just to shake Geddy Lee or Alex Lifeson's hand.

[@marcusyanez5240]

I hear you Bro.....

[@tc9992]

7 times here

[@ToddandRaquiForrest]

What if there was one person who could do this all at the same level? There IS... kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXWYiaJnidCbarc

[@tc9992]

@@ToddandRaquiForrest AS AMAZING AS IS THIS IS......................... Little girls from China replicate the RUSH sound quite convincingly, There will never be RUSH ever again with their artistry, and Never ever ever on the same level as a a unit playing together with their feel and not produced on a lesser arrangement. But Thanks!

[@RockyHorror1234]

This was the good old days and I'm not talking about the music. You go to a concert today and there's 10,000 idiots holding their phones up.

[@waltersobchak926]

I feel Alex doesn't always get the credit he deserves. For me, he's up there with the best ever Rock guitarists

[@beatlemania54]

I agree 100% His real talent like the rest of the band , is in his exactness. You watch other bands screw up their songs because , they say, they are tired of playing it the same way. Bull!! they probable forgot how. Not these guys, their perfect.

[@TheMightySynchromess]

The credit he deserves are all those guitarists that emulate him. Rush has influenced many generations of musicians. They never gave a FUCK about critics/awards. Long time fan that absolutely agrees with your post.

[@Bucketheadgoat]

favorite Alex clip kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWmnYWOajrR1qK8

[@mtnnoel63]

he's one "Guitar player magazine's" Guitarist of the year several times....

[@TommyLMason]

@Harvey Weinsturd Blah, blah, blah...blahblahblahblahblah...blah, blah, blugh! blahblah...blahblah...blahblah. Blahblah...blahblah...blahblah!! = Best EVER Alex Lifeson quote!!! LONG LIVE RUSH! Best rock TRIO EVER!!!!

[@KainAbyss]

RIP Neil, epic drummer :(

[@basstrackers9893]

KainAbyss greatest to ever live

[@shawnretell3632]

4/27/19 Now that's Rock and Roll. Still listening after all these years. They are freakin Awesome.

[@erikkline3602]

I'm 14 and listen to all classic rock bands pretty much. My dad's was born in '60. He taught me well.

[@shawnretell3632]

Sean Macguire that's cool, glad your Dad taught you well. I'm happy you're not missing out on all the great classic Rock and Roll music. Rock on my friend.

[@dennisputscher4960]

This never gets old! Chills, every time!

[@remogmunder6097]

I attended the Rush concert in Stuttgart (Germany) in 2003. This intro was absolutely awesome! Without a doubt the best intro I've ever heard. Rush are immortal to me. RIP Neil Peart...

[@stevehanford1753]

Agree!!!

[@mwfmtnman]

I saw that same tour in New Jersey, and 👌

[@oscartrejos8976]

RUSH... Best band ever,,,,, incredible how just 3 guys can make such perfect music,,, no mishaps, always on key,,,and acting very natural... just like a kid¨s game for them.!!!!!!

[@jarrettvice2143]

there is a video of alex making a mistake, Geddy and Neil changed what they were playing to make the mistake seem natural, i never noticed it till it was pointed out that is true talent. wasn't on you tube, was on a music blog. rush will always be one of my favorite bands, others may come and go but rush is eternal !

[@hangemhigh63]

best band ever to come close to the benchmark set by 'YES'...

[@francismott3657]

I'm still amazed that three people can make all that great music.

[@lopiyo]

The police did the same =D

[@dealerauctionnightmare4689]

Triumph did too...

[@bobbybobbobkins6639]

Sadly no longer following Neil’s passing

[@udsmall7306]

you should've been there live...I was...front row Moving Pictures tour. Easily over 120db's! You could feel Neil in your chest! 💪🥴

[@hughcdavies]

Cream, Hendricks, Rush and The Police, trios are always best. Rhythm guitars, keyboard players, window dressing. 3 people, each fighting for their own corner = the magic for great music.

[@michaelcostigane552]

I'm 66 now seen rush back in the 70s 80s absolutely brilliant still listening today 👌🎅♥️ R.I.P PROF.

[@kelvinnoden3057]

Neil Peart a percussionist the likes of we had never seen before or will ever see again staggering is an understatement. RIP great man 🙏

[@jfmjr1970]

He sits with the elite only a VERY shortlist of names can be mentioned with his. RIP

[@terencemcdonald7246]

R.I.P. Neil

[@mikehewson576]

Danny Carey is surely the next best

[@dellwindurrett4275]

@@jfmjr1970 Yeah hes the Beethoven of our day,,,

[@albie_3ian564]

The professor of the drum kit end of argument

[@billpilling5725]

Rush is the "cool uncle" that everyone has and cant wait to hang out with as a kid. He plays the best music, tosses ya a beer, maybe even a smoke and says "dont tell your mom lol". RIP Neil

[@danielmcalister2713]

You damn skippy.

[@mathijsbastiaansen5394]

Rush was the kid in school that was like: Can I do this. No. Well I'm doing it anyway.

[@nicholashylton6857]

@@mathijsbastiaansen5394 LOL! You nailed it!

[@buttheady429]

Niel is with his wife and child now.. RIP...professor

[@ZippyThePinhead]

Great analogy! I tried to be that uncle with my nephew.., I think I succeeded. We're still close, but he has his own family now, and we don't get to hang out like we used to.

[@stevensek7872]

In 1974 RUSH played at our high school and I was hooked. This group gave us so much great music and so many albums and for that I'm thankful! 2112 FOREVER R.I.P Neal Peart.

[@dwade6322]

Wow dude what a moment! Im 46 an been a fan since MOVING PICTURES... Where was your high school?

[@bryanwolof8742]

which high school?

[@markditecco8682]

Laura secord school? in St Catharines ont.

[@danielphipps851]

Steven Sek, what state did Rush play in 1974 at your H.S.?

[@GreggReveeb-r4o]

So glad someone put Spirit of Radio together with what IS the best intro ever!!!

[@cal_oh3663]

Neil is so methodical and surgical when playing his drums. You can see how he's so focused during each beat of every song. Absolutely amazing drummer.

[@biffbutkus8185]

Anybody that downvotes that has no business on here

[@brewy1973]

Absolutely. love this band

[@robertschoenherr5478]

What amazed me back in highschool was a guy with a 360 degree drum set. Neil was one of a kind. The rest also great band. Sorry to dwell on Neil I always wanted to play drums and my parents wouldn't let me.

[@ronbusick1876]

greatest drummer in rock & roll.

[@porkbelly0713]

@@ronbusick1876 Ever, period ......

[@martinwhalley3286]

Let me know if you agree: Geddy Lee is one of the elite bassists of all time.

[@ratboygenius]

Absolutely. And one of the greatest vocalists, with a trained healthy voice. And foot pedal synth players. And keyboardist.

[@web5271]

He's no Jack Bruce.

[@jimjones431]

Just behind John Paul Jones

[@mikejmckelvey]

Absolutely!!

[@shezza57]

He’s the best, in fact. And by quite some way.

[@davidalburn6451]

The best 3 man rock band ever..2 are in the 10 best players list and one is so underrated in his field. Its a rock symphony to listen to them play!

[@therealawakener7]

What about 'Haim'?

[@ericburgett8521]

David Alburn They sound just as good live as they do in a studio. Not many bands can say that....

[@daviehenry4402]

Right about that.They are a musicians of musicians.

[@tinmanjones4729]

Very much agreed!

[@jonswan12]

Lifeson is the guitar player's guitarist.

[@davidlyonsjr9627]

How about Russia's first album when it came out and I still have it to this day November 2024. I saw Rush live at the Omni in Atlanta in 1991 and it's always like God how can 3 guys put out this much beautiful Rock n Roll. Incredible and ZZ top is another band that can always put out incredible sound..

[@jimiknowsbest5099]

Is Neil even a real human ? His timing and 'exactness' is overwhelming ... my God these guys are great !

[@jimiknowsbest5099]

@Oregon Patriot No OP ... these three musicians will ALWAYS be great... few can say that ... I've seen them perform 20+ times live ... been a fan for 40+ years... and sadly your right about the band hanging up thier spurs ... Neil can no longer play due to his health issues... at least not at the level HE requires of himself... Alex has issues as well...but I would bet my last dollar that they could still out perform 85% of what's out there calling themselves musicians...... Gonna miss these guys and thier great talent.

[@jimiknowsbest5099]

@Oregon Patriot Well put OP ... even seeing them that one time, I can tell you have an ear for music... and what is good... seen them all around the country, every chance I could...1st time seeing them live was 1981.... San Diego.... and there were plenty of drugs....lol. Last time was thier last show in Los Angeles.... man, I'm gonna miss them....but your right, they've left a trail of great albums and videos.... at least we have that..... Rock On my friend ....👍

[@michaelhodges8312]

Oregon Patriot But the positive thing is they left a great trail of videos and albums to enjoy forever.

[@jdog2224]

Awesome instrumedley! Excerpts from the first 6 albums before Spirit of the Radio! 0:00 - 1:05 Finding My Way (Rush) 1:05 - 2:39 Anthem (Fly By Night) 2:40 - 3:28 Bastille Day (Caress of Steel) 3:29 - 4:08 A Passage to Bangkok (2112) 4:09 - 5:51 Cygnus X-1 (A Farewell to Kings) 5:52 - 6:34 Cygnus X-1 Book 2 (Hemispheres) 6:35 - 11:36 Spirit of the Radio - full song (Permanent Waves)

[@TheFeeez21]

Thank you!

[@zackstump5425]

Like so everyone can see

[@basedbear1605]

One of the best lines in music ever: One likes to believe in the freedom of Music But glittering prizes And endless compromises Shatter the illusion of integrity

[@samculver9852]

Another great line: Each of us, a cell of awareness Imperfect and incomplete Genetic blends, with uncertain ends On a fortune hunt that’s far too fleet...

[@clovisvettorazzo1524]

Assisti a um show do Rush no Brasil, no Morumbi estádio gigantesco em 2002, não havia pirotecnia, os telões eram mínimos, e o show foi sensacional, perfeito, eu parecia estar ouvindo um disco, um nível absurdo, fantásticos 🇧🇷

[@DavidMiller-kn9gc]

Wish I could have been there with you I'll bet it was awesome