RUSH - Closer To The Heart - Live In Toronto 1984

[@stevenschembri1288]

All time classic by RUSH! Everyone has to love this song. Magnificent!!!

[@markgettemeyer1145]

“There’s only ever going to be one Rush…” Truest thing I’ve heard today 🙏🏼✌🏻

[@timdaly5831]

I was at this concert and I can't stress how great this band is. Man I wish I could see them live again. RIP Mr. Peart.

[@joeturner1181]

This is Forever music; as long as the recordings exist, there will be Rush fans.

[@jeffk1482]

Indeed.

[@danielyohannes2281]

TRUTH!!!

[@rimskykorsakov2892]

I have been lucky enough to see Rush 23 times in 5 decades and every time was just a joy. Loving your Rush journey

[@brianturner27]

I saw 23 show's myself! I started with Power Window's, never missed a tour after that and seeing them in KC and Stl sometimes back to back nights.

[@philbrown9866]

What a band

[@iMacMan54]

If you want to hear something different from RUSH and Geddy's voice, then watch "The Garden" from their Clockwork Angels tour. I literally cry each time I hear it, because it was near the end of them touring, and it was Neil's way of saying "Goodbye". The foreshadowing of what was to come years later is chilling.

[@kimbarry4674]

That is prolly one of my top 3 Rush performances....I love Geddys voice from every era but The Garden being the last song on their last album and the meaning behind the song it's hard not to be emotional everytime you watch it❤️🇨🇦🎸

[@RS35cyl]

The Garden! One of the most emotional and beautiful songs ever!

[@cityhonors1]

😢 Me too, didn't know 😞 it would be my last Rush Concert. 🥰🐰

[@MrTech226]

There is another Rush song is also very emotional. Song is Red Sector A. Red Sector A is very personal to Geddy Lee because Neil wrote about liberation of Nazi Concentration Camp near Bergen-Belsen. One of the survivors was Geddy Lee's mother, Manya (Mary). His father was held in another concentration near Dachau. Geddy Lee stated his mother has very thick accent. She calls him, "Geddy" as his birth's is Gary Lee. I think this song is a tribute to his parents and other survivors.

[@kimbarry4674]

Yay more RUSH❤🇨🇦🎸

[@chadbennett7873]

Yeah, cause we'd all be so disappointed to see it again and again! hahahaha - you're so funny! Took an ex-girlfriend to a concert and she was an instant fan, watching their documentaries and calling me when she found them. They were special in person, but there was never such a thing as too many times seeing them. Wish I could have seen them more. I've been bugging you for Xanadu. Bring a seat belt. Make sure it's "Exit Stage Left" performance, because it's simply perfection. In the top two all-time live musical performances w-Ghost Love Score at Wacken. I want a front row seat to that reaction, please reserve it for me.

[@cocoboobenstein]

Totally agree. Saw them live many times and still feel like I missed out by not going more. Once in a lifetime talent.

[@RS35cyl]

It’s fun watching Rush with you! Thanks 🎉

[@mightyV444]

I concur! 😊

[@kellylysak1595]

Every rush reactions you do ma'am brings me so much joy it's infectious 😊

[@dsum4563]

Xanadu 1981 Live…astounding…mind blowing… Love Closer to the Heart…🙏

[@KennethSavage-nn2vv]

17X and saw the R40 tour the last tour…Miss them daily, long live the mighty Rush!

[@robertjones8826]

I saw them first in 1981 and last in 2015. Never a bad show begonning to end and all points in between. Totally mesmerizing, the way they performed live...

[@afbill4219]

I think one thing that differentiates Rush fans from fans of other bands is that Rush fans can tell you you when they became Rush fans. As a child of the 70s I remember hearing Working Man, Fly by Night, and Closr to the Heart on the radio. It wasn't unti I was a teenager in the early 80s when I heard Tom Sawyer and became a Rush fan that I made the connection that all those songs were by the same band....mind blowing when you're 15 years old.

[@snakeinthegrass7443]

Xanadu will be a real treat for all of us in the neighborhood!!

[@ArtieMain]

I've been a RUSH fan from their beginning. Love see the way younger folks react to them.

[@moon4music]

I love Rush day! Can't wait for your next reaction. This Canadian loves Rush, every day! 🇨🇦

[@pfink70]

My first concert when I was 16 was Rush in 1986...I will never forget it.

[@Heathcoatman]

Power Windows tour. Saw that one in Augusta Georgia. Blue Oyster Cult opened for them. Was awesome

[@DFitz-bk7dj]

1985 here! saw them again in 1986. Amazing in concert...

[@captainmoretokin2172]

That's a great start to the world of live concerts. Mine was Black Sabbath. 1970

[@texassendero4901]

No other bands with 3 guys can beat soundwise ❤❤ I will say it we love you for the same reason you are a great lady and just amazing 💕💕💕💯💯💯#reaction #rush #rushreaction #geddylee #alexlifeson #nealpeart #reaction #rush #rushreaction #geddylee #alexlifeson #nealpeart ❤❤❤ #redheadedneighbor #bestreactor #redsarmy #beautifulduncountrygirl #heartofgoldwithmetalinhersoul

[@captainmoretokin2172]

What about the little ol band from Texas ZZ TOP?I love both bands music . I can't even think of any other 3 piece bands right now. These two are what matters to me anyway. Peace

[@texassendero4901]

@@captainmoretokin2172 Stray Cats I have seen them in Concert as well LOL❤❤💘💘

[@captainmoretokin2172]

@@texassendero4901Oh yeah Rock this town Stray cats . they were good too , but if it were a contest Rush would win ZZ in second .lol

[@gregcormier2379]

This really brings back memories for me. This was the first tour I saw Rush live. It was a life changing event for me. Just incredible musicians and great chemistry and energy on stage.

[@redheadedneighbor]

💕

[@scott4482]

If everyday was RUSH day I would still want more

[@RS35cyl]

Yep! Rush is the soundtrack of my life!

[@SnowDogisVictorious]

I was at THAT concert, my first of many. I was 16 and drove the 65 miles to Toronto with three friends from high school.

[@paulgarcia1566]

what a memory to have. Did you know it was being filmed?

[@SnowDogisVictorious]

@@paulgarcia1566, if memory serves, it was mentioned at the beginning of the show.

[@dkruitz]

And there were big camera stands set up opposite the stage. The flying boom camera was pretty cool for back then!

[@dkruitz]

Drove down from King City! :)

[@mightyV444]

Good version of this song. The best one is on the 'A Show Of Hands' live album / DVD from '88, in _my_ book 😊

[@Fred-vy1hm]

I agree and I also like the Rio version, not so much for their performance but the crowd singing along with them was pretty cool. 😊

[@mightyV444]

@@Fred-vy1hm - The crowd in the Rio show is amaaazing! 😄👍 I'd forgotten about 'Closer To The Heart' also being on _that_ setlist! Time for me to watch that show again, for the first time in yonks! 😉

[@HereXEG]

Just think how lucky we all are to have out of billions of years that have passed and that are to come, we lived durning the eras of Rush! Thats amazing to think about. I saw them just once, it was a lifelong dream!

[@nealrepetti2396]

I saw RUSH 2112 tour . At 65 years old I believe that they are as fresh as ever! R . I. P . Neil Peart.

[@Jo-oc-0]

3 simultaneous solos ! ! ! Watching them closely you never see them signaling for transitions, they know each other so well and the music, it’s just pure chemistry.

[@Fred-vy1hm]

Seeing as how ur on A Farewell To Kings Xanadu is a natural next step, do the live version from Exit Stage Left. If you're into Rush documentaries Beyond the Lighted Stage is probably the best one and it's on KZbin. Nice reaction to this the song that started me on my Rush journey so many decades ago. 😊

[@gutsanglory1]

Farewell To Kings is just an awesome album !!!

[@Aussiecris214]

Nearly broke my finger To Rush the neighbourhood ❤❤❤

[@robertboston7872]

Seen them live 27 times never disappoint 1978 to 2015 great guys great musicians

[@tomlarocque4720]

wow!

[@debbieplato5107]

Great pick! I love this song. Their chemistry and brotherhood is so evident. Xanadu from Exit Stage Left live in Montreal is 🤯🤯🤯 Cheers from the Canadian prairies.

[@ritchmoore1442]

Blessed enough to have seen them 5 times live... nothing like it. 😎

[@sarastromseth-troy3323]

This is a wonderful performance (the whole concert is awesome!). If you want to see another great performance from their later years, I suggest 'Between the Wheels' live from the R30 tour in Germany.

[@christhomas9370]

This tour was my first, and I stood there on the main floor at Joe Louis arena about 30 rows from the stage with my jaw on the floor the whole time. I never witnessed a better live band, and I never missed a tour until they called it a career. Incredible.❤

[@mattmid7012]

Love this song. Have a watch of the Show of Hands version of this, Geddy plays the bassline on his own in that instrumental part for a bit and it's sublime.

[@ChronicExcessiveManliness]

My comment will shock and stun you...as I say it every single time...Best Band, ever.

[@redheadedneighbor]

lol!

[@stevefranken4052]

If you haven't seen Rush Working Man live in Cleveland, then you must!!!

[@mightyV444]

She'd already watched that one! 😉

[@michaeljones6948]

I remember not that long ago,before the internet and the accessibility to music artists,I was a fan of Rush for years and never saw them live.Now 40 years later and having seen them in concert over 30 times,it’s hard to imagine back to those times and bootleg tapes of their gigs.

[@mikeholmes5308]

Great reaction once again, Red! Looking forward to Xanadu.

[@redheadedneighbor]

Coming soon!

[@RicRadcliff]

The record label told them they needed to put out a radio hit so they put out one of the greatest masterpieces ever,2112, thank you for putting the pressure on

[@mightyV444]

Dear Neighbor, in terms of 'Xanadu', the live version from '81 in Montreal is the one to go for 😀👍 And if you do have the extra time to spare, I'd recommend you choose one of the videos that also has 'The Trees' in it, as it segues into 'Xanadu' = 15 minutes of awesomeness 😊

[@sgtpepper1138]

Saw them their last 4 tours. The best.

[@mars856]

Quite an experience as you well know to see and hear their journey through the years along with the rest of us. The Rush experience. Well done..

[@jhc2093]

They were an incredible band.

[@kimbarry4674]

You should watch Closer to the Heart original music video if you want to hear Geddys unbelievable voice ❤🇨🇦

[@miltdobson7524]

The Garden, live from the Clockwork Angels Tour, please.

[@adbrouwer]

Great Rush reaction as always 🙂 Lucky dog here 👋🏻 btw

[@Johnny67557]

Saw them 10-11 times? This tour was prob my 3rd show? I was in high school. Those crazy 80's hair days!!

[@tcmateacher]

They've definitely gotten closer to your heart ❤️, haven't they?

[@redheadedneighbor]

💯

[@michaelwilson9449]

Redheadedneighbor. Geddys voice became deeper because he couldn't sing the high notes anymore. He didn't sing incorrectly, or abuse his voice, in his younger years. He just "over used" it. Singing in his style, always at a high pitch, finally caught up to him. And of course age changes everything! He's like Bruce Dickinson of Iron Maiden: he had a great "belt" in his early years, but singing the high notes (which is his signature sound), is not the same now. But these guys are and will always be my heroes. When the news broke here in Canada (and it WAS breaking news), that Neil passed in January of 2020 (just before the pandemic hit us all), I cried... absolutely balled my eyes out for hours! And was very depressed for days and weeks after his death. Rush had come to an end, and would never be again. R.I.P. brother Neil. Anyway, love your reactions. I can tell you really "get" Rush, which is amazing since so many don't get them...at all. Cheers from 🇨🇦.

[@JonDickinson-dq9oj]

Very true. Unfortunately Geddy over used his voice in his younger years. Plus he got older, which sucks. They were the best of the best. Didn't get "love" until later years. Were not on mainstream radio, but made it big (or should I say HUGE)! All the best from the home of Rush 🇨🇦.

[@EdRamey-12345]

Another Canadian here. I'm not great with words, but Rush was Canada's best progressive rock/metal band that this country produced. I still miss the Professor, Neil Peart. RIP. Greetings from 🇨🇦.

[@mikeweidmann2640]

The first time I heard Rush was Tom Sawyer in fifth grade and I thought it was the best thing I ever heard. Then over the years I bought all of their albums and they are without a doubt my favorite band. At 25 I played in a Rush tribute band called Counterparts.

[@michaelkeller6223]

Buckled in for Xanadu! Enjoy!!

[@mbeeps]

They truly LOVED and playing with each other,remaining the best of friends throughout their career. An amazing thing in this business.

[@leemiracle6840]

Rush was kind of like the most popular underground band, not as much airplay as others but still selling out stadiums.

[@kimbarry4674]

Please please do XANADU live 1981 in Montreal❤🇨🇦🎸

[@mightyV444]

Up next, she says! 🤩👍

[@michaelmain9713]

Seen them 15 times, no one better 😊

[@andrewpritchard5080]

I was at this concert, it was the fist of many times I saw Rush live!

[@TedSmith-d6y]

You've only scratched the surface. Your a breath of fresh air.

[@johnandrews3568]

I was AT this show... it was always great when the boys played at home.

[@Heathcoatman]

Geddy during his power mullet phase. Love it! Alex has a mini Flock of Seagulls thing going on too. The 80s hair was fun

[@redheadedneighbor]

That mullet is a magic mullet

[@idflux]

You get it. Love this one. 💞

[@quinjesuis9187]

❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥 I absolutely love those lines, you can be the captain and I will draw the chart Sailing into destiny For me it means as a couple we will work together as a team, even if I have to be the captain, my number 1 will chart the course, on which way we will sail into destiny, those lines make me feel sooooo incredibly happy, wouldn't that just be out of this world beyond awesome; if that was a reality, I smile brightly 🌞

[@Bolo2028]

This song is great, and more popular, but in my opinion A Farewell to Kings is even better. The lyrics are fantastic.

[@rongotwalt4487]

Best trio ever ! Bar none ! I'm from T,O. and saw them in the 70's as a bar band and they were phenomenal !Many concerts later I can honestly say they were great and such wonderful people! Great musicians in their own right ! Greatest drummer ever ! R.I.P. Neil Peart ! Thank you for posting one of the great concerts in our hometown. They are one of Canada's greatest bands ever and have a huge following worldwide. That is for sure. Although they were not mainstream music, their fans are the most loyal in the world and I know everyone who has ever witnessed them will tell you how great they really were. I miss them so much. Thanks for bringing this memory back. Send you much thanks and love from Canada 👍🇨🇦🇨🇦❤️❤️❤️

[@Robmcil]

This is good but i must agree with the previous commentor, you need need to watch Closer to the Heart Live in Cleveland 2004. That is the best version of the song and the crowd is insane

[@Mike80528]

StickHits has dome some really great remasters. When doing live performances, try to use theirs whenever possible. Their concerts were amazing. The energy was always amazing, and their sense of humor second to none. My youngest sons first concert was before he was even born!

[@slotcarmayhem9765]

Another great review!!! Thank you!! Excited to see your reaction to Xanadu (1981 live)!!!!

[@stevejamo1958]

I love it in the breakdown near the end they turn int The Police!

[@douglaschap3842]

I love the enthusiasm that you have for these guys, they have been my favorite for ever. If you want to dive even deeper into what they are all about, then you should listen to, OMG, so many songs, to Natural Science, or the Camera Eye. P.S. I wish you were my neighbor, because I am a sucker for redheads.

[@davidbrock2450]

If U haven't seen it, the official video for side 1 of their great album 2112. Plus seeing them perform the same side 1 live. As for connection... Alex and Getty met in High School. They also hold the record for the 2nd band without a lineup change at 41 yrs. #1 of course is The Stones. at 60+????.

[@user-jj2oh8wn5e]

Another awesome reaction! These guys obviously had so much fun performing! It has to be fun to be so good! Their concerts were so much fun!!!

[@anthonyboyko3686]

Went once to see them. Best concert ever.

[@Jeff-h4j]

I suffer from bipolar one major depression along with a holy host of others and it really sux. I'm a drummer and Rush has pulled me through some major hard times, major hard times since 79. When I watch you do these Rush reactions my 62 year old ass sits here and cries like a baby. Joy, sadness, happy, empty, it's hard to explain. But there is some happiness in there and I truly thank you for your Rush videos. Now where's my damn Kleenex?🥴.✌️

[@RobinC63]

Just seeing how happy you are watching them gives me immense joy! ❤😊

[@TerryParsons1724]

Rush is amazing they are so good in concert thanks Red great reaction 🤟🤘

[@williamdemerchant7295]

I had noted from the recent YYZ Rio video that you like NP's high drumstick tosses. On your talking break you missed a stick toss around 4:49 in. Just thought you might want to know for your rewatch. The crowd even reacts to it afterwards.

[@redheadedneighbor]

Oh, thank you!

[@alleyeditor]

Xanadu is an excellent choice. You spoke about Geds voice being more mature so I would suggest after Xanadu, The Garden which is on Clockwork Angels. There's a great live version here on the Tube.

[@salvatoredioguardi3132]

Great guys, great, music, great musicians!! Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Rush!!!!

[@steveschaff4620]

'Xanadu' is from the same album, 'A Farewell to Kings'(1977)🎸

[@kingsdrummer]

Closer To The Heart always sounds great live. Can't wait for your Xanadu reaction. That song will blow your mind!

[@williamgrice4790]

The "Live from Birmingham UK -'88" version of this has Geddy playing a bit more at the end and Alex being just as goofy as always. keep up the great work.

[@timothysandvik6865]

The studio versions of Rush songs are so tight. To see them play them live - two words. Absolutely Fantastic!! But, you must do The Garden Live. Very emotional. The last song on their last album.

[@BrendaNelson-ll4ls]

Geddy & Alex have been best friends since meeting in Middle School in a Suburb of Toronto 1967. Alex is the one that started the Band Rush. The original drummer John Rutsey's Brother named the Band RUSH. They had a bass player that quit after a few weeks. Alex asked Geddy to join the band in September 1968 to be the bass player and singer. You would Love the acoustic Live version of song Resist. I cried the first time I saw Geddy & Alex sitting down and playing this beautiful song. Geddy on a 6-string guitar and Alex on a 12-string guitar. (Magical)I saw Rush 5 times.

[@robertwright4014]

Thank you for your excellent reaction and please keep enjoying yourself and making more of these videos. I was lucky enough to see them twice even though I live in the UK and yes as good as the video is being there was so much better. Truly the greatest trio of all time.

[@leemiracle6840]

Saw them live for every tour from Power Windows but missed the final tour.

[@AlanHoss-pb1bc]

Thank you again cute neighbor 🥹. RUSH means even more to some of us. When I was lost and it didn’t look like I was gonna make it, their music/lyrics and just being kick ass GOOD humans helped save me. My Heros!!! Rock on

[@mellolley8066]

Omgggg how good is That ❤

[@necromancernorway7653]

Glad You discoverd their music

[@jvnbrk]

Nice as always Ms Neighbor of the red headed persuasion. Appreciate the reaction

[@redheadedneighbor]

I appreciate you

[@jvnbrk]

@@redheadedneighbor always

[@noneoftheabove3921]

...and the men who hold high places, must be the ones to start, to mould a new reality, closer to the heart. If only.

[@allengray5748]

I was lucky to see these guys 4 times. Hemispheres tour, Moving Pictures, Snakes And Arrows and Vapor Trails!! I've learned the Bass of a few of their songs including this and I'm like HOW does he play this AND sing⁉️ So if ever listen to The CAMERA EYE 👁️ Please do the studio. Live is awesome but the studio recording on headphones can't be beat (normally 😊) Peace 🕊️☮️♾️😎

[@Paul_Halicki]

OMG you did Closer to the Heart! My fave Rush song. This is gonna be great.

[@robchehowski4281]

You nailed it when you said "There's only gonna ever be one Rush". Truer statement has never been said. I've seen them 7 times, but I think my favourite was my last time, on the Time Machine Tour in 2011, because I was able to take my daughter who was 22 at the time. She was blown away by them & the show they put on. If you're doing Xanadu next, you're in for a treat. Pick the 1981 Exit Stage Left live version.

[@albertjonker2538]

We Canda. Have great time with the music they have great time. Brother in arms. Love them. We need more of them

[@warrengee-f9l]

likely saw this show at Maple Leaf Gardens being 84 ... Oh we loved them in our neck of the woods Alexs son was in my primary school class ... they all lived a couple miles from where I grew up ... ya just saw them around town doin their shopping

[@craigscott6975]

TY!🧡💛💚💙😎

[@musicfan9291]

Only saw them 11 times but some of the best concerts I have ever been to. Had the honor of meeting Geddy rather early in my concerts and he is the most humble dude you can ever meet. BTW..... even if you hate the word Xanadu, it is still a must do. I played Bass in my younger years and I felt like a "real" bass player once I learned that song Tough as hell and he does it while singing.

[@JohnnyMegabyteCanada]

I was there that night

[@redheadedneighbor]

🤯

[@toddmadden9777]

Hell no...Todd from Ohio...

[@toddmadden9777]

Hell no...Todd from Ohio...❤

[@michaeldellobuono1858]

1981 was my first RUSH concert, it was the Moving Pictures tour. Then 3 more times after that. Love Love Love RUSH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Check out Subdivisions soon. Another gem.

[@Buds1own]

Love!!! ♥ ♥ ♥