RUSH - Bravado (Drum Cover)

[@lesglover6515]

Rush fan hard since 1984. I was 15 years old and bought a used Grace under pressure cassette tape for $5. My brother had listened to rush in the '70s, but I was too young to appreciate it. One of my all-time favorite Rush songs is bravado from Rush in Rio. You really did this song Justice, well done!

[@veger2001]

I love this song.. such a beautiful and sad song. You played it well dear 👌

[@tz125r]

A wonderful tribute to the professor, well done Deborah😊

[@debsmithdrums]

All for Neil. The pleasure was all mine, thank you!

[@brentberry916]

Fantastic tribute! (Tears welling up, so you did it Justice!)

[@debsmithdrums]

What a tremendous compliment, thank you! Many tears were shed for Neil when I began learning this song. A brilliant composition by a brilliant man.

[@tomr6090]

I just watched your Analog Kid video. Both illustrate that beating the effin' crap out of the drums does not a good drummer make. Deb, you obviously have the technical expertise, which is way more important in Neil/s drum parts. Kudos. Put out some more Rush song covers when you find the time, please.

[@doctordave]

This song has such a beautifully constructed and understated drum part (for Neil anyway)... the way it slowly builds from verse to verse... it's one of my favorites from the later era. This performance put a huge smile on my face. Well done, from another Rush fan of-a-certain-age. ;)

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much! Neil spoke very pridefully of his development of this composition and when he said it was one of the band’s favorites I just knew it had to be my first RUSH cover. Your comment put a huge smile on my face as well, fellow Rushian. ;)

[@cnvi08]

Well done. Looked like you were gonna shed a tear as I did.

[@leephelps1381]

It is rumored that Neil nailed this song in 1 take while recording RTB. Not the hardest song ( in terms of difficulty) but not that easy either. RIP NP A legend all the way to the end.

[@debsmithdrums]

Neil was the master. God bless him. RIP Professor

[@asabovesobelow2299]

Its pretty damn hard song!

[@streetworkoutnation6851]

It’s ridiculously hard. This is coming from someone who can almost nail La villa strangiato

[@leephelps1381]

@@streetworkoutnation6851 I understand. I was talking about on a “Peart scale” not my scale. Lol.

[@KonaBlastty]

I'm a big old days Rush fan. I knew about Bravado but am still behind on the later stuff. Thanks for keeping Neil's legacy alive!

[@TimWilliams-y9l]

Great job, Deborah. Thank you for a fantastic tribute to The Professor!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much! May all the honor be to Neil. ❤

[@GregTheRushFan]

They said my dominant left brain should make me a drummer, however I have no rhythm at all. You are so lucky to be able to perform the music of the great Professor. I can feel your heart is in it and it warms mine!

[@luishenriqueteixeiraramos1675]

I gotta show your videos to my 7 year-old daughter. She will be inspired. ❤

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you. Please let her know I started playing after I was 47, so she has a 40 year advantage over me. Best wishes to her! ❤️

[@donaldmccracken2856]

I love this song (from Roll the Bones). I love watching tributes to Neil Peart. He's such an inspiration to anyone picking up drum sticks wanting to play. Your tribute was excellent!

[@AlexColberg]

Even in his non-flashy, more straightforward drumming, there was always so much wonderful nuance and creativity. Great choice of songs for a drumming tribute. RIP Neil.

[@ConstantineIsslamow]

Excellent Tribute.

[@morsecode2112]

Nice! Good job! A great song, and I love the sound of those cymbals.

[@gonzalosuarez5842]

THIS is how drums should be played...CONGRATS!!!

[@debsmithdrums]

Wow, thank you so much!

[@jessticlese]

Hell yes!! So glad I stumbled across your channel. Great job!!

[@jimbo2112]

Another winner! Glad that KZbin served this up as a recommendation!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you, again! I'm pleased to have a suggested video on KZbin!

[@dougbazley9715]

Where have YOU been all my life?! FANTASTIC job!!

[@debsmithdrums]

Hahaha. Thank you so much!

[@brentberry916]

Your snare work is enviable. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@PeterMcCracken-n3g]

Rip Neil, you great man. Thankyou for everything you gave us.

[@alchase5062]

See thru cymbals ???

[@paulcherry8742]

Just lovely! One of my favourite songs! Thanks ❤

[@menom7]

GREAT Drum cover Deborah!!! LOVED watching it!!! : >)

[@simaodrew1622]

Your look of concentration is so authentic and intense. Nicely done.

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you.

[@nolobede]

Deborah Nailed it. And... she's Pearty!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you! I absolutely love that comment, so cute and clever! Neil forever ❤

[@donaldc.4326]

I love this. Beautiful. Thankyou.

[@joelalexander4513]

"I've been waiting..for a girl like you.."..LOL. Absolutely nailed it!

[@debsmithdrums]

Haha, absolutely love Lou Gramm though! Thanks so much!

[@chrislaprise398]

Good job Debra from a huge RUSH fan and and another drummer form another mother! You rock!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much, RUSH on!

[@ttocs68]

Very nicely done.

[@monicam8408]

FANTASTIC! Thank you for sharing. This is one of their very best songs and you nailed!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much, I appreciate you watching!

[@michaelfridayable]

Outstanding.

[@jamesreid5134]

Great job on a complex tune. My college drum teachers words always live on. Make sure each limb lined up and don’t get excited for the good bits where you over anticipate and “rush” no pun intended.

[@debsmithdrums]

Thanks so very much! Excellent advice indeed, love it!

[@j.lietka9406]

One of my RUSH faves! Great tribute!

[@debsmithdrums]

Mine too, thanks so much!

[@j.lietka9406]

@@debsmithdrums very welcome ❤️👸🌹

[@j.lietka9406]

@@debsmithdrums do you have a video with "Manhattan Project" ? Thank you 🌹

[@debsmithdrums]

@@j.lietka9406 “The pilot of Enola Gay flying out of the shock wave on that August day”… that part gives me goosebumps! One of my faves from PW. I would love cover that someday.

[@j.lietka9406]

@@debsmithdrums cool! Thank you 🌹❤️😉

[@crazy8sdrums]

Nicely done! This is such a great song!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you very much, I agree!

[@dennisrussell97]

fantastic , he would've been proud of your effort !!!! xx

[@debsmithdrums]

Thanks that is very kind

[@dennisrussell97]

In a world we live in today I wonder what he would've of thought equally what lyrics and tone of the drums he would play,

[@rainmakerjim]

definitely my fav sing on RTB. Nicely done civer.

[@debsmithdrums]

Mine too, thanks so much!

[@RenSilveira]

You nailed baby , good job , good posture and control, Tku

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you very much

[@bruceatweed3140]

Excellent Deborah in my humble opinion. Thank you

[@debsmithdrums]

Thanks so much, I appreciate you watching!

[@mikemYYZ]

I don't know why I am just seeing this, but I'm glad it popped up on KZbins main page! Very nice job! I've never attempted this track, The Big Wheel I have....do that one next, or for a challenge.....my first Rush track I learned....Limelight....Nicely done!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much, keep rockin’ the RUSH!

[@mikemYYZ]

💘I agree with you on Signals, and in Losing It too. On the studio recording of Losing It, Neil does this wicked roll near the end that he doesn't try in later live recordings. I think it's so fast that he unfortunately had to tame it down, possibly due to it being so difficult. But thanks again, and you keep rockin' the RUSH as well!

[@usmcdevildog]

Great job! Especially at the end with the L-R toms and the bell of the ride

[@debsmithdrums]

Thanks so much! That’s my favorite part to play, so challenging and fun

[@RCSkunkWorX]

Outstanding!! Neil would be proud...

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much, that makes my heart overflow! ❤️

[@joemillo]

That made me smile. Great job!

[@debsmithdrums]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you!

[@ontherunjg]

Thank you for paying tribute to Neil. Not the easiest Rush song to have as your 'First' but you did well and I enjoyed the video. Always thought that song was beautiful and inspiring.

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so very much! It was my pleasure to do this for the first anniversary of Neil’s passing. I only wish I had an inkling of his talent. No one will ever play the way he did. I feel the same way about this song and it made my “first” all the better.

[@JDDrumCovers]

Nice Song choice and great drumming!!!!! Keep up your great work Deborah!!!!! Greetings! 😎🤙

[@debsmithdrums]

I appreciate your comment very much!! Thanks for the encouragement! 😃

[@Michael-rm8xl]

Great job!! From a hardcore Rush fan, I’d say you nailed it!!!!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you fellow Rushian!

[@kevinmcgiffin10]

YOUR SKILL TIPS A HAT TO THE PROFESSOR. 👏👏👏

[@chazblitz]

This little Rush piece always reminds me of Terry Bozzio drumming with Missing Persons. Love your kit. Great stick work my dear!!

[@debsmithdrums]

Very cool, love this song. Thank you so much!

[@gnuumyn]

I don't think i ever appreciated just how much the drums contribute to the steadily increasing emotional impact and complexity of this song. 3:20 onward is off the hook.

[@debsmithdrums]

It’s a masterpiece. Neil talks about his composition approach for this song and specifically the “juggling act,” to which you’re referring, as he describes it, in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJO7p2tprdlld8k

[@bytorsnowdog5885]

Bravo!!! Spot on! and Amazed! by your talent. Geddy Lee has stated that in his opinion, Bravado exemplifies Neil's limb independence. I have been playing drums for 30 years and this tune is still out of reach for me. Thank you for your tribute to the Professor (R.I.P.) and Rock On with your bad self!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much for such a tremendous compliment! Wow, 30 years is so awesome. You can do it, I believe in you! Neil forever ❤

[@josephbunone6126]

Excellent Timing,great playing.Neil is not easy, the professor Honored was nice of you, as we all follow. Thanks for the Vid.

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much! Total respect and love to The Professor, always. ❤ Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@jackkitchen737]

Fun to watch. Great song. Great job.

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much!

[@thelucid3444]

wow. it's much closer than most! well done!

[@debsmithdrums]

Wow, thank you very much!

[@glencarson2635]

This song is much harder to play than it sounds... you nailed it... really good!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so very much!

[@mdu2112]

I was just thinking that. This one looks freakin hard. But there's no summit too lofty... 🍁

[@craiggregory2720]

Well done! Thanks for sharing!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you and thanks for watching

[@Vigilant_Guardian]

what could be more beautiful ? Bravado.. Deborah..✌👏👏👏👏👏🙌🤲

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much!

[@richardmalone4721]

You nailed the Ride, (cymbal) towards the end ! 👍🏻 I haven’t played since High School, (‘81-‘84) and watching you makes my want to splurge! Great job! Lol, my Drum Kit’s been the Steering Wheel of every Vehicle I’ve owned since ‘83, ADDING that “Ride” since ‘Roll the Bones’ forward in a unique location ON EVERY ONE ! 🤘🏼

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much! I love playing that hi-hat/ride bell section, so challenging and fun. That is the highest compliment if I can inspire others to play. Just do it! I play in the car, too. 😊

[@anonuser1]

brilliant. a masterclass in limb independence while maintaining the emotional core of the original performance. jaw-dropping execution of one of my favorite Rush songs, thank you for sharing.

[@debsmithdrums]

It is truly motivational to read this comment! Thank you so much for watching and especially for the generous compliment. Kind people, as yourself, keep me striving to do more.

[@kennethlmyers1003]

Good job. Keep up the good work. God bless.

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much. Blessings to you!

[@twohandsxfretsyyzx92]

Sooooooooooooo Awesome.....beautiful job...

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much, I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@RobGretsinger]

Your playing is INCREDIBLE! You absolutely NAILED it. I would say that this video is now my favorite Rush cover video. Absolutely inspiring!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much

[@michaelbalenquah500]

Yea spot on

[@joenosser]

Good Job on a Great Song. Seen them 3 Times.

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much. We were both fortunate to witness their musical genius live.

[@apelikemenace]

Favorite Neil song.

[@debsmithdrums]

That’s awesome ❤

[@rinaldodamasceno9162]

Great!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thanks!

[@greensombrero3641]

BRAVO! one of my favorite RUSH songs

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you very much, it’s one of mine too!

[@hankhammer1689]

Excellent

[@donaldc.4326]

I'm speechless.

[@AFloodofSolaceJohnWhigham]

Where are you? What happened? I noticed all these videos have. Even up a while now. Just wondering what is up?

[@debsmithdrums]

I’m here. Life is busy. I’ll try to post more in the coming months. Stay tuned…

[@AFloodofSolaceJohnWhigham]

⁠@@debsmithdrumsoh awesome. I stumbled upon a couple of your videos and I’m really impressed. I’m a huge Rush fan. I am glad to hear from you. I like your content.

[@richardstewart1628]

Lovely. ...truly, Neil would be proud. I would like to see more of your Rush drum covers. --Cheers !

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much! That comment truly warms my heart. I promise more RUSH is on the way. It’s just taking a while to learn because I’m new at this and it’s Neil!

[@HeviNova]

great job!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you

[@sonvolt9938]

Nailed it. Well done!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so very much!

[@stevetaylor7]

Great job! Neil would have been proud. And LOVE the picture of "The Professor" over your right shoulder there!!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you for such a kind compliment! I love that photo too! Neil ❤

[@scottformosa8865]

You were awesome love it!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thanks so much

[@frankfossaceca9616]

Nice Job Honey !! Neil would be very Proud of You !!!!!!! Nice Kit You Have Going There.

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much! I really like the e-kit, too!

[@frankfossaceca9616]

@@debsmithdrums I Still Have my old Set of Tama They still sound Great. Keep up The Good Work Dear.

[@debsmithdrums]

@@frankfossaceca9616 Fantastic, keep rockin’! My next RUSH cover will be on the TAMA

[@jimstuart3004]

Very well done! One of my favorite songs. Great job!!!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much!

[@donovanemery597]

Subscribed to channel after watching this. Wonderful.

[@debsmithdrums]

Thanks so much

[@cristianocris9503]

Vc é maravilhosa... linda condução...toda uma magia....

[@debsmithdrums]

Muito obrigado! 🥰

[@shaneseguin9824]

Damm that was an awesome cover little lady!! I only had one problem until the very last second until I saw that smile comeout!! Playing Neil must envoke a smile and then I saw it!! Atta girl that means you are having fun too so keep it up !!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much! After all of that concentration, a smile for Neil for sure... and I’m also smiling right now after reading your comment :)

[@shaneseguin9824]

@@debsmithdrums credit where credit is due cause Neil is no slouch and you did it well and smooth and most importantly confidently. Atta girl keep it up!!

[@debsmithdrums]

@@shaneseguin9824 Thanks! This newbie will continue to try her best

[@shaneseguin9824]

@@debsmithdrums good stuff

very good amiga keep going !!!

[@debsmithdrums]

Si gracias amigo!

[@stratdx]

The end of that song is so difficult to pull off. Great job!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you so much! Yes, the ending is quite something and I am actually still working out the last eight measures of Neil's Taking Center Stage performance. Hopefully I will get this song down 100% someday and video it playing acoustic drums and full volume cymbals. :)

[@stephenedwardleemusic8997]

great playing!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you!

[@dalebruton2368]

Beautiful. You got the dynamics just right.

[@debsmithdrums]

Thanks so much! They definitely help bring the song to life

[@peterknispel4020]

Way to rock this one Deborah. Good performance here. Loved it.

[@debsmithdrums]

Thanks Peter

[@sabian5393]

Yes, well done. I enjoyed it. Neal is smiling down on you Deborah 👍

[@debsmithdrums]

@@sabian5393 Thanks so much. Your sweet statement makes me cry (happy tears.) That would be the highest compliment from Neil.

[@firewalkwithme2539]

Fantastic.

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you!

[@GM-MarkOfExcellence]

Making me cry all over again

[@GM-MarkOfExcellence]

He still rides with me in my car on the way to work and back home again every day

[@debsmithdrums]

@@GM-MarkOfExcellence I completely understand, this was a very tough song for me to work on due to the emotions it stirred. I too spend many hours in the car with the professor. Hugs

[@bigfudge8861]

I think I just fell in love.....Seriously though, you nailed it! Your playing is precise and in the pocket. Neil would be proud! Keep on ROCKING!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you for such a tremendous compliment! Always rocking more RUSH ❤️

[@timyself66]

Amwzing video ... very well done. Keep posting as you record other songs.

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you

[@davidcottone2700]

That's wonderful

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you

[@davidcottone2700]

@@debsmithdrums you're welcome

[@johnnyfiveo]

killed it, subbed to your channel

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you

[@RCSkunkWorX]

I didn't know Johnny 5.0 was a Rush fan?

[@frankiebimmerbag4930]

remember in the movie Gladiator when russel crow died in the collesium, and the sister came down from her perch and said..."he was a soldier of Rome, honor him"; well you honored Neil well here !!!

[@debsmithdrums]

Wow, such a tremendous compliment. Thank you! It is my greatest honor to pay tribute to Neil. His music has made my life a much happier place. ❤️

[@mikemYYZ]

I know you must get this a lot, “You should learn this or that”, so I’ll join in…Rush’s Signals is a great album to play to, to learn, and to carry on some of NP’s riffs he created on those tracks to other projects or just to have fun with. By the way, there’s a drum fill on “Losing It” that I still can only nail maybe 50% of the time, and I’ve been playing for almost 30 years. Keep up the good work!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thanks so much for your comment! Signals is my favorite RUSH album and Neil's lyrics in "Losing It" are the reason I started playing drums later in life ❤🥁

[@francoisregis2155]

Cool wish I could learn how to play congratulations

[@debsmithdrums]

Thanks, you still can! I wanted to play drums since I was 15, but didn’t start until age 49 and recorded this video at 50. It’s never too late, just do it! Best wishes

[@francoisregis2155]

Thanks I listened to your video again but this time I closed my eyes and its like I was listening to my cd

[@debsmithdrums]

@@francoisregis2155 I have the original recording volume set at 100% and my volume at 50%.

[@donaldgoodnight7853]

I started in 1976. Neil was my idol from the start. All I had was a Remo drum pad and a pair of drumsticks. Learned the 26 rudiments. On a roll after that. Got picked by Mancini to play a concert while in High School. Went town to town weekends playing while in the USAF. Being a percussionist gives you a range of instruments to play. Look at all the instruments Neil had. Anyone can play temple blocks. But he knew where to add them in. I have never been to a Rush concert I didn't learn from. Obviously, this lady has practiced alot. 🙂

[@francoisregis2155]

Indeed she is very good

[@01FUMBLE]

I am in Love .....thank you

[@debsmithdrums]

That is very sweet. I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@eddyf4426]

Very well done! A fitting tribute on this day

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you

[@tarjafloor6445]

Neil, RUSH and Deborah FOREVER !

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you, that is so sweet

[@MrSmithvideo]

Deborah , you should be very proud of this . The professor would approve wholeheartedly. Really well done.

[@debsmithdrums]

Thanks so much! I surprised myself with this performance, although it still has much work to be done. Neil’s approval would be the ultimate. ❤️

[@dilligafmofoker]

Excellent!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thanks!

[@aldarkdurer7125]

good job greetings from Spain

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you from USA!

[@neckarsulme]

Awesome cover!

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you very much!

[@marcoleon4947]

amazing Deborah

[@debsmithdrums]

Thank you!