RUSH - DRUM COVER - HEMISPHERES pt 1, 2 - ADAM JOHNSTON

[@scottmasker4389]

Adam. The professor is in le studio heaven watching, smiling and playing along. This brought a tear to my eye cause reminds me when I was a drummer chasing perfection and the professor. Nuff said

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much Scott! You’re too kind.

[@lisaharrison1031]

Awesome man!! The Professor & those other 2 guys RULE!!! KEEP RUSHIN!!! 🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks Lisa! It has been a blast covering these Rush songs.

[@dominicdoyle2895]

Masterful

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks John!

[@erickcohndrumming]

Nice job on this one! My favorite Rush album, if I have to pick one.

[@BRENTG8581]

My friend as a fellow drummer I have to say BRAVO!! You keep on trucking brother!! This song kicks ass and you respected it as such!! NEIL PEART FOREVER!! Like your shirt by the way!!

[@MnyFrNthng]

I liked your Bernie T-shirt, more.😄

[@andyarnette9220]

Brilliant drum work! I've played bass for 30 years and i cannot stop playing this. I love it!

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much. Glad you liked it. Fun stuff to cover.

[@pixelpilot3539]

Without a doubt one of the best drum covers on internet. Dude, you didn't barely hold on, you played it. Nice job.

[@pauldillon5930]

Excellent job. Your playing is superb. And you are absolutely right about Mr. Peart's drumming. His ability to tastefully provide time changes and fills within a single song is a gift. It's one thing to learn his playing note for note, which you have done beautifully, we all must remember he actually came up with these masterpieces. And this particular song, he came up with when he was in his 20s!!! Keep playing and sharing! 🙌

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much Paul. Glad you liked it. Neil will always have a special place in my heart. He was such a huge influence on my life and playing. What an incredible talent.

[@rogercardenas111]

Amazing, amazing,great playing. 🥁🥁🥁🥁🥁 . Great set of drums.

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much Roger.

[@rogercardenas111]

@@adamjohnston2311 the spirit of Neil Peart is still alive.

[@adamjohnston2311]

@@rogercardenas111 Neil Peart inspired me to play drums when I was 13 and I never looked back. I studied and practiced 2112 everyday after school, and then A farewell to kings, Hemispheres, Permanent waves and of course Moving Pictures. Nothing like the magic between those 3 amazing musicians.

[@rogercardenas111]

@@adamjohnston2311 they've inspired a lot of musicians. Including my self. I'm learning to play drums ,I've been only playing for a about a year. I'll never be as close. I'm a amateur bassist and guitarist.

[@christopherkimble8534]

Absolutely awesome bud! Drumming that requires tremendous effort you made it look effortless, I think The Professor would approve

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much Christopher. This was so fun to cover.

[@Rabbitat68]

Finally , a version where the drums are actually audible. Nicely done.

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks Mark! Glad you liked it. Cheers!

[@LUCIANORODOLFO-b9w]

Very good, man! Congratulations on the excellent work and the perfect technique!

[@ttocs68]

great job. Dynamics on spot.

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thank you!

[@bereangirl7118]

You Sir are Fantastic"!!..Thank you for this".

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks for watching Sarah. This is my favorite Rush album to cover.

[@007stopjockin]

Dude!!!! You fuckin slayed this!!! Niel would be proud Bro!!! 007

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much. Glad you liked it.

[@scottmasker4389]

If rush ever toured again you would be undoubtedly the best choice for Neil's replacement. What a great job. So hard to play. 🤘

[@adamjohnston2311]

HA! HA! Thanks so much Scott!

[@chucklee347]

Ok man this is probably the 15 to 20th drum cover of rush I've watched in a few days and there's nonthing I can say you haven't heard a thousand times. I'm 53 been playing since I was 12 which technically don't mean nonthing. But man you're groove, timing technicallity is on a level of its on. There are many really really good drummer's out there. But every now and then you run across one that makes you rewind and remind and rewind to to make sure you heard it correctly. And tag you're it. Really good timing and knowledge of music period. Thank you for putting this out there. I've really enjoyed watching and listening. I've not to long ago lost one of the greatest guitarists I've ever met to suicide. Axess 2084 I play guitar also and love it. It's just awesome to see all the great talent that's around.

[@adamjohnston2311]

WOW! Thanks so much Chuck! I grew up playing Rush and practiced to try and learn Neils nuances. Still learning years later. Thanks again for watching and your kind words.

[@KM-co5mx]

Awesome! This is the song that got me hooked. My mind was blown away when I first heard it and then I was fortunate enough to go see them play it live....

[@adamjohnston2311]

Such a great album and band. I think it’s my fav too. 2112 was my first and got me hooked.

[@RichardCole1002]

Great drumming brother! Dead on!

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much Richard! And thanks for watching.

[@jimbolen6364]

The best compliment I can give, is that I think Neil would be proud.

[@adamjohnston2311]

Wow! That is a huge compliment. You are too kind Jim.

[@colinshaw4592]

Bloody hell!! Just an amazing job. You've obviously shedded all these songs inside and out. That snare drum is so incredible sounding too.

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much Colin. Super fun song to cover.

[@robordm]

The Algorithm has been throwing me lots of Rush Drum covers over the past few weeks. Many of them are technically excellent but yours is the first one I've seen that seems effortless and unforced. Hats off to you from one drummer to another, and a lifelong Rush fan.

[@adamjohnston2311]

That’s so cool. I’m glad the algorithms caught your eye. Thanks for you’re kind words. This is my fav Rush album.

[@alexanderbencannon3892]

So good man...this is also my favorite Rush album....great musical minds think alike 😂😊

[@alexandernev24]

You Sir have Mastered this magestic Art

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thank you for your kind words. This is one of favorite Rush songs to cover.

[@cihssen]

Woooow! So smooth and you nailed it! Congratulations! 🎊🎈🍾🎉 awesome drummer!!!

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much for watching.

[@moichido100]

i enjoyed this, but more than that, i enjoyed watching your happiness in playing the piece, thanks man

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thank you so much for your kind words. Rush is always a challenge to play.

[@apogeedata]

Wow!

[@Fltbum]

Outstanding! I never could nail Hemispheres like you do here. You make it look effortless. Well done sir!

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much for your kind words. A super fun album to cover.

[@nickygeeksterx01]

Neil would be very proud of you......well done sir! excellent

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much Brett! Hemispheres is my Favorite Rush Album.

[@nickygeeksterx01]

@@adamjohnston2311 this brings many fond memories of when I use to play the drums, what a great inspiration he was. You done him proud 👏

[@adamjohnston2311]

@@nickygeeksterx01 Thanks Brett! You're too kind.

[@jesseharrington797]

Absolute perfection brother!!! Awesome!!! Every single thing was dead on. Wow

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much Jesse! This is a song and album i played everyday after school. So much fun to re visit this great music years later.

[@tomkelsey2303]

killer!

[@damnyankeefl]

dude.. I'm air drumming like it's 1978 in my dorm room. you nailed it.. thank you so much for posting this !

[@sallyjohnston9800]

Thanks for watching. This one was my favorite song to play. It has so many emotions and dynamics. I just love it.

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks for checking it out. More to follow.

[@TheOsirisCurrent]

Nailed it !! Your making it look effortless. Lots of subtle tempo stuff going on ... really tough to get that feel right. You did 😎

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks buddy! I had to re learn so many of the details and nuances of Neil. It’s been fun.

[@WarriorofChrist2023]

Wowwwww.. that was really awesome!!!. Hemispheres is one of my favorite Rush albums.

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks! Mine too. I love this album.

[@WarriorofChrist2023]

@@adamjohnston2311 your welcome buddy.

[@frankfossaceca9616]

Im A Professional Drummer My Entire Life.That Was Fabulous.!!!! Your Beats And Fills Are Fantastic. Really Enjoyed This Dude. My Favorite Rush Album. I Saw This 5 Rows From The Stage in My Hometown Cleveland Ohio Back In 1978 .Greatest Concert I ever Seen In My Life Man.!!!! Great Job Man.!! You Are Spot On Brother !!!!!!!

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks Frank. This was my favorite album to cover. I played it everyday after school and then in bands as well. LOVED it then LOVE it now.

[@frankfossaceca9616]

@@adamjohnston2311 I literally can't stop watching this Adam. I watch it a thousand times man. You are amazing Dude.!! Love watching you play.!!!

[@adamjohnston2311]

@@frankfossaceca9616 Right on! I'm glad you like it.

[@frankfossaceca9616]

@@adamjohnston2311 Hell yea dude.!! You are amazing man. Love watching you play. Thank you so Much for Getting back to me. Love talking to you Man. You are so cool Adam !!!!!! I would love to meet you someday. I would have so much to talk to you about man Talk at ya soon Brother !!!!

[@allentruitt8632]

You play these complicated songs so well. Imagine Neil composing them. What a gifted man. Back when I played I used to play 2112 over and over and was basic at it. You my man are gifted.

[@jesserobbins8291]

Amazing....great feel and accuracy. Well done...please keep them comin!

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks Jesse. I really loved covering this album.

[@wildmike951]

I am a drummer and a huge RUSH fan too. The entire Hemispheres album is my favorite album to play to....you nailed it. I was drumming on my kitchen table right along with you while watching this...great job

[@adamjohnston2311]

Awesome!! So glad you enjoyed it. Hemispheres is my fav Rush album.

[@wildmike951]

@@adamjohnston2311 Hemispheres is an insanely complex and detailed album...I have to respect Mike Portnoy for saying in multiple interviews that " La Villa Strangiato is the greatest instrumental ever".....I agree

[@fataliidotnet]

Absolutely stunning job! This is a big challenge for sure!

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much. I still love this album.

[@cristianofranco2764]

Amazing!!!! Well done!

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thank you so much.

[@KayvonL.]

Bravo Sir.. love your Yamaha setup as well as your talent!!! I’m super jealous….

[@timmcgrath3416]

Absolutely Awesome 👍

[@AM-ro9wv]

It is amazing how 3 guys, just everyday dudes like us, can make such poetic and complex sweet sweet sound, and how that sound will live forever. Very nice job here sir!!

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks! And I agree. It is amazing how many great songs they made together and they still loved each other 40 years later.

[@GregWallace-u5m]

One of my favorites

[@adamjohnston2311]

Mine too!

[@SuperNick090]

I just found your channel and subbed…Your Rush covers and drumming are awesome !!! 👍👍🔥

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks SuperNick! And thanks for watching.

[@davida7284]

Badass bitchin and neato keen yet again! Bravo! The focus and energy necessary is abundant in your covers. You can eternally rest knowing you’ve accomplished, lol. Thx again🫡

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much!

[@MetalDeathBass]

Amazing job especially to such a musically complex album 🤘

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks! Another fav of mine. I played this album everyday after school for years.

[@AhForgetAboutIT]

Well, the "algorithm" (as people are saying here lol), also threw me your way for the first time tonight. Was heading for the sack and instead listened to the entire Hemispheres album courtesy of your excellent, raw and precise drumming skills. That album came out when i was in HS and i was just learning drums and i could only pretend to play along with any of these tracks but it still has never ceased to thrill every time i hear it. I miss Neil greatly. Great job and thank you.

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much for your kind words. 2112 was my first album and I practiced every day after school.

[@Andyjefford]

Absolutely superb 👏👏

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks Andy.

[@pooney1646]

Rush changes my life and sense of music, this brings me back in time and better. Magnificent cover, subtle nuances are extremely well handled. This make my day. Adam : Thx

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thank you so much for your kind words. Rush was and still is a big influence in my life too.

[@davebasch5995]

Snare sounds killer!!

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks Dave!

[@seanflannery777]

First I have seen you... excellent drumming and seemingly effortless, I am impressed and subscribing. Also, love the T-shirt!

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much Sean. Medicare for all brother.

[@marcelocastanon2019]

Excelente muy bueno todo saludos desde Argentina.

[@codersexpo1580]

Look Geddy Lee plays drums too !! Just Joking ;-) So f'ing good! Hit for hit...great ear, great tunning. Just a very difficult task executed to perfection.

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks! This was one of my favorite albums growing up. So fun to cover.

[@julianemery7729]

Really good dude, there aren't many that can reproduce this piece to such a high standard, good authentic drum sound too

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much!

[@Terry-oj2bi]

First off I wanted to let you know how much I love your playing.Your drum parts are carbon copys of What Neil played on all of these great RUSH tunes. I became a fan of RUSH when I purchased A Farewell To Kings,Neils playing on that album blew me away! I was wondering if you could be so kind to give me a rundown of your cymbals? They all sound so good!

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks Terry. My first Rush Album was 2112 which changed my life and then A Farewell To Kings another ming blower. My cymbals are Right to left Paiste hi hat 14” Zildjian 14” Zildjian 16” Zildjian China 17” HHX splash 10” Old Camber hit hat lathed down to a 6” bell. Zildjian 14” center Zildjian 8” splash center HHX 18” AAX splash 8” Paiste China 12” Zildjian 18” ride Zildjian splash 10” LC China 16”

[@Terry-oj2bi]

@@adamjohnston2311 Thanks Adam!

[@TimStarace]

Bravo

[@stevenjones618]

Another drum cover.. algorithms are in the chat.. but many i seen.. been playing since 79.. and yes rush is in my blood.. but you are definitely up there. first time seeing you very nice. The other guy is Patrick Fuentes just incredible...

[@stevenjones618]

Steriling patrick Fuentes.. but now i swear you guys are related lol look so much the same

[@adamjohnston2311]

Sterling is amazing.

[@kerrydubord5273]

Very nice feel.....

[@sallyjohnston9800]

Woo hoo! I don't know how you do it! Quite amazing IMO.

[@craig3150]

Excellent

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks Craig!

[@OSUalum41]

Excellent.

[@adamjohnston2311]

One of my all time favorite Albums.

[@indianscout4487]

Fantastic

[@andyman2462]

This is so good! You are an OG. And you look kind of like geddy which is ironic. Great great job!

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks! I have been called Geddy by people in the past. Lol!

[@tannerjack9520]

awesome

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks Tanner! And thanks for watching.

[@andyr.5769]

Adam Johnston, if I could. I would shake your hand in appreciation for keeping Neil's work and spirit alive. Since that's not happening I'll just simply say Thanks Very Much. By the way. Like the T-shirt. How can we buy or get one like it. It's got a great message.👍

[@giovanideparma3500]

Awsome

[@MickH74]

Awesome!

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks Mike.

[@mauriciogradim7174]

You are a great drummer, man.

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much!

[@user-zt1er1uj6i]

Not even The Professor, could drum and impersonate Geddy at the same time. ;)

[@adamjohnston2311]

LOL! I get that a lot lately.

[@MikeL1969]

Well Done Brother!!!

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thank you so much!

[@Hansrush]

I Like Abba....hihi This is so GOOD

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks so much.

[@danielcutting2796]

What type of drum heads are on these drums?

[@adamjohnston2311]

Remo Emperor Clear.

[@danielcutting2796]

​@adamjohnston2311 Thank you. Remo clear Emperor on top? Bottom head might be Remo clear ambassador single ply?

[@CoolVIguy]

High Compliments. It is rare for me to offer high praise... I am not new at drumming, and not impressed easily.

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks for your kind words. And thanks for watching.

[@gocars3210]

Best part at 2:36

[@clemedicaredotcom7446]

Echo the sentiments below ... I live outside of CLE now and was 28 when I left Canada in a top 40 cover band ... much has been said about Neil Peart as a drummer ... he himself said he was more relentless than talented ... but what impresses me about him (besides his lyric writing) is his compositional ability on drums? I mean, I could sit down and work these parts out and eventually play them, but to CREATE them ..? Like me have you ever fantasized about what it must have been like when Ged and Alex came to him with their music ..? So, first you come up with perfect parts and then you have to remember them ..? I always wonder, how long did it take to get some of these songs written, rehearsed and recorded ..? Did those 2 leave Neil alone with a cassette or what ...? Did they just jam on the parts and if so, for how long ..? I think Hemispheres was recorded in England ..? That kinda thing is what I find interesting ..? Great job Adam.

[@adamjohnston2311]

You bring up such great points. Coming up with the parts and then having to remember them. Just incredible. Danny Cary from Tool is another incredible drummer that has the similar complicated drum parts that blow my mind.

[@clemedicaredotcom7446]

You work as a drummer currently? Where you hang your hat man? @@adamjohnston2311

[@adamjohnston2311]

No I'm not really playing much right now. My ears have been ringing a lot more over the past 3 years. I plan to get back in there and do more covers hopefully in the next year. But for now i 'm taking a break. I might need to entertain V Drums. I just hit too hard. Its in my DNA.@@clemedicaredotcom7446

[@clemedicaredotcom7446]

drums are loud ... ear plugs or cans when you can maybe ...? Coulkd be blood pressure or maybe too much viagra ...? TMI moment ... @@adamjohnston2311My ears are ringing right now bro ...

[@vfxtutswithdan1893]

Whatever did you do that that poor little splash cymbal?

[@adamjohnston2311]

Believe it or not I bought it like that to get the same sound Neil had.

[@paulcernuto7848]

You have Neil's same feel.

[@ratio567]

What’s the China cymbal?

[@adamjohnston2311]

It doesn't have a name on it but what a sound. I bought it years ago from Guitar Center.

[@ratio567]

@@adamjohnston2311 if it’s not to big of a deal, can you name all of your cymbals, just curious because I need to add to my set, all I have is a 16 and 18 crash

[@adamjohnston2311]

@@ratio567 Yamaha Birch Custom Absolute. Tom's 2x 8”, 10”, 12”, 14” 16” Tom’s Kick 22” x 19”. Tama superstar 14” x 7” Snare. 6” , 8” roto Tom’s. Cymbals right to left... 14” Paiste hi-hats (I've had for 40 years) 14” Zildjian crash 16” Zildjian crash 17” Zildjian China boy pang 10” HHX Splash 5 1/2” Bell (Lathed from old 14" Camble hi hats) 14” Zildjian fast crash 8” Zildjian transformer sound effect splash 18” HHX Crash 8” AAX Splash 18” Zildjian Ride 12” Paiste thin China 10” Zildjian ZBT splash 16” China Boy Pang Pearl double bass pedals.

[@ratio567]

@@adamjohnston2311 thank you a lot , another question, how do you avoid copyright strikes? And what’s your favorite rush album Fly by night means a lot to me because the title track got me into rush and then I looked thru the whole album , so it had alot of sentimental value to me But musically, cares of steal

[@adamjohnston2311]

@@ratio567 I can't avoid copyright strikes.m It is what it is. My favorite Rush album is a toss up between 2112 and Hemispheres.

[@putinontheblitz359]

I'm trying to find fault with this but it is as smooth as the spaghetti strand in that salacious scene in Lady and the Tramp. As a 53 year old master of these classic percussional arrangements from the Peart of 21 years of age, I can only offer you two pieces of my sagely advice ......... there is no correlation between china that looks like psychedelic mushrooms and manipulating the space time continuum of this piece .... lastly playing in a silky kimono reduces ass friction enabling a more snappy attack on the tom rack from both directions but there can be slight ball drag on occasion so proper pedal technique is paramount.

[@adamjohnston2311]

I could I forget the Kimono!!! What was I thinking. Even with all those years staring at the backside of 2112. Have I learned NOTHING?!?!

[@putinontheblitz359]

In all seriousness, ...... these are great videos Adam. Not only the drumming fantastic but the camera work is well done also. Gives lots of insight on how these are played ..... I think you and the camera lady have made these videos valuable learning tools.

[@adamjohnston2311]

@@putinontheblitz359 Right on! I am so happy to give back anything I can for all the years of Joy Rush brought me. Keeping Neils Memory alive is worth every minute I put into these fun videos. But keep in mind a bit of these videos are my interpretation of how Neil did it. I have always played with gusto and hit hard. I'm not a technician like Neil was but I do my best to keep up ; ) Thanks again for your kind words Stuart. ps... FYI... Working on a WAR PIGS drum cover now. I just love Classic Rock. It's in my bones.

[@putinontheblitz359]

@@adamjohnston2311 ..... that will be an interesting one. I think the mixing will be challenging. Lots of soul, sustain and airy quality in that drumming so it will be interesting what you do with the mixing.

[@bakerfam1000]

This guy plays the drums like Neil but looks like Geddy mannerisms and all

[@adamjohnston2311]

Ha! Thanks Sean!

[@kenpures1038]

This guy wants to give everything away, I thought drummers were smart?

[@adamjohnston2311]

Yes it’s true I do care about he well being of everybody in this country.

[@timhankins9245]

Awesome!

[@adamjohnston2311]

Thanks Tim. It was super fun to play.

[@joelouisytuartejr.1924]

Bravo

[@adamjohnston2311]

I love how you’re digging into some deep tracks here. Right on Joe!

[@joelouisytuartejr.1924]

When neil passed I actually cried but was happy that he wud be reunited with his loved ones.. I first saw them on San Antonio. Hemisphere Arena.. I believe primus opened up fir them it was counterparts tour.. I was 14 im 43 now.. I've seen several cover bands and some of them drummers r good but otc ur timing and all that other stuff is right cue...

[@adamjohnston2311]

@@joelouisytuartejr.1924 thanks so much.