Rush - Full Concert - 12/10/76 - Capitol Theatre (OFFICIAL)

Rush - Full Concert
Recorded Live: 12/10/1976 - Capitol Theatre (Passaic, NJ)
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Setlist:
0:00:00 - Bastille Day
0:04:41 - Anthem
0:09:18 - Lakeside Park
0:13:26 - 2112
0:29:34 - Fly By Night / In The Mood
Personnel:
Geddy Lee - bass, vocals
Alex Lifeson - guitar, vocals
Neil Peart - Drums
Summary:
Few rock bands that emerged in the 1970s have achieved career longevity until the present day. One of the notable exceptions is the hard rockin' Canadian trio Rush. The group's 1974 self-titled debut and the follow-up album Fly By Night, issued the following year, created a buzz among heavy rock aficionados, but little else. The third album, Caress Of Steel, found the band beginning to create a hard-edged form of progressive rock (quite unlike its British progressive-rock counterpart) that confused as many fans as it gained. The breakthrough would finally occur upon the release of Rush's fourth album, 2112 in March of 1976. An ambitious concept album that explored a dystopian future, with lyrics influenced by the philosophical writings of Ayn Rand, 2112 found Rush striking a new balance between heavy and progressive rock that established all three members as highly accomplished instrumentalists. Arguably the band's signature album, 2112 would be lambasted by critics, yet gained the band a rabid global following that remains strong to the present day.
Presented here is Rush recorded live at The Capitol Theatre in Passaic, NJ at the tail end of 1976, just nine months after the release of 2112. Performing choice selections from their first four albums, this concert provides a nice overview of the group's early years, just as they were beginning to break big. From the raging opener of "Bastille Day" to the encore pairing of "Fly By Night" and "In The Mood," this performance is a prime example of these three musicians vacillating between the heavy metal leanings of their first two albums and the more ambitious material from Caress Of Steel and 2112.
Also featured here are strong renditions of "Anthem," another Ayn Rand influenced composition from their second album and the autobiographical "Lakeside Park" from their third, conveying a slightly softer side to the group. However, the centerpiece of this performance is unquestionably the epic title track from 2112. Clocking in at a full 16 minutes, here the band is clearly shifting into more complex compositions and the more eclectic sci-fi lyrical leanings that would capture the imaginations of millions. It was performances like this that won Rush such a dedicated following, which continues to pack arenas every time Rush takes to the road.

[@belladonichaze3213]

Alex doesn't get half the credit he deserves for how legendary of a guitarist he is

[@davep8221]

Belladonic Haze -- IMO, he is the sound of Rush. PS: Keep Yourself Alive.

[@MedicatedOMO]

Is that why a Gibson with his name on it is 9000 dollars?

[@ricardocastillo5485]

All the other great guitarists out their are pretty much either solo acts (Satriani), or the overwhelming dominant stars of the band (EVH). Much easier that way. ONLY Lifeson stands toe to toe with the greatest bassist and greatest drummer in history and STILL is in the top 5 guitarists of all time. The secret is, he plays for the sake of the song, not for the sake of the guitarist.

[@NotThatOneThisOne]

@@codykniffen "Arguably the weakest member"??? What on earth does that even mean. If you meant he hasn't received the "world's best" plaudits that Ged & Neil had, you're wildly clinging on to things that don't mean anything. Alex has easily influenced as many people as Neil and Ged have in their respective instruments. And since many people don't take as much interest in bass or drums, Alex's sound has more easily arguably been more influential in their success - which would explain why people kept wanting them to get back to their guitar lead sound. Equally arguably Neil was the weakest link because there are a few drummers who could play the same stuff. That's how ridiculous an argument this is.

[@codykniffen]

@@NotThatOneThisOne I think you're reading way too much into my comment, boss. They're all three incredible musicians, I'm just stating as far as ranking them amongst their peers Geddy and Neil are the best of the best. It's less a comment about Alex not being great, it's just a testament to how great the other two are.

[@marshallross3373]

Geddy at the peak of his vocal power. I get that some prefer his later renditions, but there's something undeniable about his ability to belt his voice into the stratosphere.

[@TheRealThomasPaine1776]

Absolutely!!!

[@batmscot6149]

We were so lucky at one point /s gillan geddy Donovan pavlovs dog lead singer budgies lead singer jefferson a singer.

[@danahicks9479]

I lov his vocals here

[@ericlevesque6380]

My favorite era

[@JohnDoe-qt4nz]

Absolutely Superb!! Very rare range he has, so clean.

[@2113rush]

There’s nothing like this out now. The current musical talent bar is not just low, it’s on the ground. Long live Rush.

[@slipshaft]

Amen to that! Now it's all about computers doing the singing and cheezy rap/hip-hop/country. Short attention spans!

[@jakewilcken6602]

It's there , you've just not found it 😂

[@LB-sx3ni]

I totally agree..

[@MsBenlane]

i'm a 76 year old woman. i feel lucky to have been born in the age of rush

[@jameswarnecke2483]

Great for you young lady. I'm almost 61. Girls didn't get Rush. My buds did

[@GRILLBUOY101]

yeah cool im a baby 54 lol. 55 in may.myokder bro is 60 got me into rush in like 79 i was a 12 .been a big fan if the older rush since then. pre 81 .after moving pictures .i lost interest. unlike maiden who when paul left in 81 they still rocked when Bruce joined and i was a fan

[@poss4757]

57 and RUSH FAN SINCE 1976 I WAS 12 Bastille Day got me hooked

[@GRILLBUOY101]

@@poss4757 guess im not alone then.my fav first cassette was fly by night. only the sound quality was weak on it no treble.lol.my first band was black sabbath and then Aerosmith .& rush.i still jam on all em

[@poss4757]

@@GRILLBUOY101Not alone at all there is a lot of us RUSH fans still jamming. I KZbin a RUSH song daily. A funny thing I found a Bob Welch emerald eyes from California Jam 2 video I've watched it like 30 times in the last 2 days I had forgot about that song and there's just something about it anyway glad you enjoyed Rush

[@RsFlame1701]

"We haven't got a whole lotta time...", goes into 16 minute long masterpiece.

[@terryfox1575]

My sentiments exactly hahaha

[@alankluttz4400]

Exactly, Ain't it GREAT! .... A True MASTERPIECE

[@michaelprosperity3420]

MASTERPIECE EXACTOMUNDO

[@robertomedina6112]

Peart's passing today has led me here. Needed to pay my respects to the master lyricist and surgeon on the drums. Forever will be remembered as superb musician and resilient human being. He will be missed by many. Hail to Mr. Peart!

[@brianmcmanus4690]

Hail.

[@curtnicholson7771]

He led the band into the history books. Made the three of them into in my opinion the Greatest Power Trio Ever. I’m sure others will maybe dispute that but I did say it was my opinion. Saw them in Rockford twice, Madison once and Chicago three times. All totally unforgettable and each with improved skills, sound and showmanship. And most of all that I liked growing up thru those times of my youth. “RUSH” what a great name for an absolutely kick-ass ROCK & ROLL Band! They will be missed but never forgotten. Turtle 2021

[@jorgehuerta9593]

Yes yes and yes!!!!!

[@garymcgovern3174]

Such a sad day it was. RIP Neil Peart

[@Fortaz107]

He died just before the craziness of 2020. I'm sure he would have had a lot to say about what was happening.

[@Phantasmo77]

DAMN Alex nails EVERY note in his Anthem solo, total badass

[@ront769]

I'm a big Jimmy Page fan but he's as sloppy as Alex is flawless. Who's really the legend?

[@ScoobyDooby530]

@@ront769they are 2 different players you can’t compare

[@ront769]

You just made my point. They ARE peers, not Legend and non-Legend but rather two great guitarists.

[@kennykiser]

Dude alwx is literally on point every danm time

[@apollyon9946]

Some how it is like twice as perfect as the album which was already flawless.

[@crisrose521]

There needs to be a Neil Peart Award for Drummer of the Year . What an absolute MONSTER . RIP and hail to the Professor 👑

[@morbidmanmusic]

there are so many better drummers. you sound like a fan and not a musician. Neil was okay.. played pretty straight ahead parts. He was just a great great great team player. That gets points. But he wasn't doing anything many others could then, and do now.

[@dmurd1]

@@morbidmanmusic he wrote the lyrics, created the narrative concepts for the albums...played a full part in creating the arrangements...played melodic instrumental percussion AND played with a tight dynamic musical style that always served the song, not many drummers have the chops to be a songwriter...Neil Peart did.

[@PatrickSherman-dg6co]

I play the drums many years Neil’s approach and attack on the trap set was pretty powerful and his imagination is what sets him apart from an average drummer

[@kristopherloviska9042]

@@morbidmanmusic Name one. And don't say Bonham. Peart could easily play JB's parts in LZ songs. Bonham would be completely lost trying to play Peart's parts in Rush's music. And I like Bonham as a drummer.

[@kurt4528]

​@kristopherloviska9042 don't forget christian Vander and Billy Cobham

[@islandmanmikep]

This is why I love KZbin. Not for the new, but the old and classic.

[@robertweldon1140]

Totally agree with that sentiment. If it weren't for sports programming I might not need a t.v. because I can watch music on KZbin from concerts and videos all day long all week month and all year long as well!

[@Qwazier3]

Just like a box of chocolates. Oh this one has an Rush truffle center.

[@eliotbehre1765]

@@Qwazier3 .... RUN , ALEX.... RUN !

[@kristopherloviska9042]

I have to say I agree with you. I don't see hardly any new stuff that is worth listening to more than once or twice. There are a few acts that are worthy, but they are so hard to find in the morass of mediocrity that is out there. I've watched this video about a half dozen times now, and I've listened to 2112 a couple hundred times over the years.

[@davep8221]

@@kristopherloviska9042 My first exposure to _2112_ was on _All the World's a Stage,_ and even after hearing the OG version, I still prefer the live one. I listened that album so many times, the grooves are worn smooth.

[@goopah]

The audio here is unbelievably clear considering the age of the film.

[@ricardocastillo5485]

30:53, Geddy says "we'd like to go back into our past a bit...". He says this...in 1976. Hysterical.

[@darrellharju9028]

Let's not look past the fact that he was recorded making this statement on Black&White videotape. I'm impressed by the stunning sound quality of this clip.

[@atlantaguitar9689]

True and I caught this tour when it happened but they did have 4 studios albums on release at this time. And each record was an evolution so that, combined with the relentless touring, might have made them feel as if a song like Fly By Night was old as well as Workin Man.

[@JohnHWelch63]

That's as funny as when a teenager talks about "back in the day". They're usually talking about the previous summer. 🤣

[@ianmackenzie686]

Yup. I'm still laughing.

[@kristopherloviska9042]

@@atlantaguitar9689 They played my small-town college on this tour. Sadly I was only 10 and didn't get to see my first concert until 81.

[@ThePotomuss]

It's so much fun to watch Geddy in his youth, just nailing those vocals. Rush is truly one of the greatest bands of all time.

[@saltedhammy5748]

Pete Ramsey there is no greatest band of all time

[@ThePotomuss]

Salted Hammy perhaps you should actually read my post before replying.

[@Love_Street]

Salted Hammy yes it's RUSH

[@stevevegaman]

FUCKIN AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

[@canadianroot]

I love Rush (I've seen them 5 times), but I don't think he was exactly nailing the vocals that night. There were a few out of tune spots, and some low strength (maybe miking, maybe the mix). Nothing major. I always wondered what they would have sounded like with a different vocalist. I was always intrigued with his vocals, though. I'm impressed that he was able to sound like that for as many years as he did.

[@verz1]

neil pounding the shit of those drums, geddy singing his lungs out, alex with a great raw tone - perfect

[@ludwik7326]

As both a Drummer and Bassist, Alex just blows my mind, one of the few guitarists I can list as a favorite

[@djlaino]

It's hard to believe how good these three musicians are here in just their early 20's - just kids really - and so mature as artists too. I'm glad they never bored or tired of their craft and kept giving us great music. Thanks guys!

[@goodwilj]

One of the things that always impressed me about Rush was that they always sounded as good Live as in the studio on a record.

[@richardfewer9348]

goodwilj Thanks Yes Amen

[@BRAPO]

Yes They Did

[@pkowwroc]

Wirtuozi!

[@jeffreyscott722]

they sound better live

[@almVancouver]

Incredible concert.

[@Youraveragemetalhead13]

Alex isn’t talked about enough. He’s a beast on guitar. A huge influence on me and a ton of other people.

[@marnav9205]

Nothing remotely close to this these days. 3 very talented men who when they came together definitely had a synergy. Masters of the time change signature music, they made it cohesive. Best of all they were always a team, no competing ego's. We were blessed for 40 years it was a great run. Thanks Geddy Neil and Alex ....... : )

[@reneclark6447]

THIS A TRIO of musicians that should be regarded as the founders of the best alternative rock music ever. Geddy, Neil, Alex, (Rutsy) are something that needs to be thought about and realized, then enjoyed, once that has occurred, then celebrated. nothing is better then this awesome realization of what LIFE AND MUSIC CAN BE.

[@stargate0619]

Can't believe I'm seeing this in 2020. "2112" is one of the greatest rock songs ever made.

[@dez3332]

I got to see the 2112 tour at the Auditorium theater in Chgo. Unbelievable and probably the last tour they ever played the entire 2112 side of the "album".

[@stopbeinginsecure4786]

None of us will be alive for that year

[@christopherchild4022]

@@dez3332 actually, the Test Fo Echo tour featured the ENTIRE album side, which for the first time included the Discovery and Oracle parts. It was amazing, and I was lucky enough to be at the show where they recorded it for the Different Stages live album. Check it out!

[@tedherrala611]

im 48 years old and my brother did it all for me

[@marvinbeasley6346]

It will still be legendary in the year 2112

[@Ed9870]

Geddy's voice in his youth was phenomenal.

[@robertellison4691]

Worst singer in the history of rock music.

[@Ed9870]

No, that award belongs to Mick Jagger.

[@MedicatedOMO]

I called it his real instrument. Bass was important too. But his voice was a key ingredient as we all know.

[@astraltraveller892]

@@Ed9870 Based

[@nickavenoso7851]

Robert Ellison You should go tell that to Bono, or Mick Jagger.

[@greggordon5914]

end of 2112.....people don't realize live they have witnessed a moment in rock history by future rock legends......great show from a great band

[@josemaravilla1871]

As a music teacher that I am for so many years already, I just have something to say, RUSH FOREVER AND EVER 🎼🥁🎵🥁🎼🎸🎵🎸❤️❤️‼️Neil Peart was is and will always be The Greatest Drummer of all times👏👏‼️

[@canadude6401]

This is a trio with youthful (all around 23-24 years of age) exuberance belting out some raw heavy progressive rock. They would continue to record and tour for 40 more years after that. 40 years!!!! Let that sink in. We can all agree that Neil Peart has left us in awe and inspired to make the most of every day. _“From the point of ignition._ _To the final drive._ _The point of the journey is not to arrive.”_ ― Neil Peart

[@trebor3377]

This was my first Rush album after hearing Force Ten on the radio. I still love this album.

[@calebpost1861]

I always knew Geddy could sing, but damn this recording really highlights how talented he is.

[@yourdaddy6030]

Sing, absolutely shred on bass, play keyboards like nobody's business, and write great songs. I'd say he's kinda talented!!

[@5dennisk]

Three Of The Greatest Musicians That Ever Walked The Earth.Just Sayin.

[@davehooper6481]

True... and even more amazing... they were in the same band together.

[@LB-sx3ni]

Just sayin it the way it is.....

[@michael7324]

Neils sporting an epic stache. RIP professor. I still morn.

[@DCB728]

That would be mourn.

[@michael7324]

DCB thanks

[@68sugarbear]

yes. and its the toughest rock star death in years this band touches the soul in ways you don"t realize til you think about it

[@IanSager23]

God wanted drumming lessons.

[@Cinemagoer_64]

Notice how effortless it is for Geddy to sing at this time. Unbelievable

[@morbidmanmusic]

is that way he is so out of tune> ??

[@MultiSkyman1]

@@morbidmanmusic No, it's why you can't spell!

[@jamesdellaneve9005]

I had their albums back in the day. I thought that they may had been using some kinds of affects. So high and gravelly.

[@yox465]

I was there with the woman who is still my wife. The bill was Montrose/Rush/Foghat and Foghat was who we came to see, having seen them do a tremendous show at the Wollman Rink in Central Park that summer. I remember that we hated Rush probably because of the unfamiliarity of the high pitched vocal. They had a following that took up the first few rows to the right side of the stage who were very enthusiastic. You know, people who wanted everyone to know they were the first to discover something. Turned out they were right and while young Geddy's vocals are at first,, still jarring, the musicianship is impressive. I own Rush's greatest hits, introduced my son to them as the inspiration of Coheed and Cambria and appreciate Geddy's turn with the MacKenzie Brothers and Alex appearance on Trailer Park Boys. I was watching a documentary on their farewell tour which led me here to 40 minutes of my youth. Mind blowing and unexpected. Thank you Rush and yes I did applaud that night because anyone who puts themselves out there with honest effort deserves our appreciation. I still go out and support live music, you never know what you might find even 41 years later.

[@basedsalty6970]

How cool is that .... pretty flipping cool

[@robchell9196]

This is Capitol Theatre?!

[@rambr0vids]

Go figure, yox465 we were under the same roof at the same time as I was at this show also..I was left picking my jaw up off the ground. I quickly got in tune with Geddy's vocals, but it was the musicianship that really floored me. Having said that what a 3-band lineup though eh. Montrose (post Sammy H) and the boogie rock of Foghat who put on a great show as well. Memories...good ones!

[@kakashihatake6176]

@@DoctorIntrepid what?

[@yox465]

@@undercoverhotdog Live music is great! I had tickets for Pearl Jam in late March at the Garden but it was cancelled. Still holding on to them though. One day we'll all be able to enjoy live music again. In the meantime, there's a lot of music on line. Happy searching!

[@paulnicholls2648]

I have to say, having followed Rush for 40 years my spine tingles when I watch this. It is incredible how talented they were, are, and always will be.

[@BH-cr5uo]

O

[@tomwarren9611]

On yey, still gives me goosebumps today, like back in 1976 when i saw them play at the capitol , even the snow blizzard outside did not stop us making to the show

[@LongLadderHome]

Paul Nicholls Agreed

[@beholden1663]

tom warren wow cool story. How did you find out about Rush given they weren’t exactly superstars in 1976? Was this show sold out? In New York it doesn’t snow much in December compared to January and February so it must have been unusual. Merry Christmas from a fellow Rush fan!

[@Kfish1963]

Had the same response watching this.

[@robcascio2565]

I was a rare female fan of Rush throughout every new album. Still am

[@gonzaloriquelme7737]

I've always loved how Bastille Day sounded at that time ... Rush in its purest, wild and hard rock state.

[@jamesewton9315]

Fun fact: Dream theater was originally named majesty because the loved rush and bastille day sounded Majestic camping out for rush tickets

[@feralkitty9378]

@@jamesewton9315 my favorite band!

[@thebenefactor6744]

Yeah, that opening is just balls to the wall.

[@barryfone5922]

My God, this is an absolutely breathtaking, almost unbelievable performance - especially Geddy's vocals. One of VERY few singers who actually sang better onstage than in the studio. I'm so glad we can go back and hear him sing while in his prime.

[@garybourke468]

2112 is my favorite 'hard rock vocal album of all time .

[@qman5948]

I agree my friend thought I t was a chick singer i said no it's a dude that sings falseto pretty funny eh

[@larryl9698]

Feeling nostalgic. God, I miss Rush!

[@SteveBello]

I was born too late, missed all these classic shows. Glad I saw Rush in 1992 and 2004 though. But if I was a teenager in 1976, I would have been climbing the walls at this concert.

[@geraldhartley]

18:48 was the drum fill that made me fall in love with Rush back in 1976. Neil played it with complete authority!! NO ONE had EVER played like that before. Speed + Precision = Perfection. *

[@user-dn4rx8ev3j]

"Neil played it with complete authority!!" Nice!

[@davebasch5995]

Giddlle a dit dit bam bam duh duh, goddle a dat dat boom boom dah dah!!!!! My favorite fill ever, as well!!!

[@MultiSkyman1]

23:56 for me!!!

[@1leech]

​@@user-dn4rx8ev3jrespect his authoritai!!?

[@1leech]

Its john rutsey. .

[@takbst]

Wow, Geddy has some serious pipes back in the day.

[@jeffhubert8769]

The guys just off stage watching this are thinking “omfg we have to follow them!” This is around the time I started listening to Rush, after release of 2112 Album. Incredible talent by all three of them! RIP Neil, thanks for the music and sharing your amazing talent with the world!

[@partoftheway4235]

Jeff- me also! I was like 7 years old then. And my parents got me my first stereo of my own with an 8track player. And at that time I started to form my own taste in music. And the 3 bands that I first liked was the Beatles and kiss and rush!!!!! Fly by night was the first 8track of my own that I ever had. I remember that! And I was just blown away by rush! Especially Neil!!!! This was all before I even understood music at all. But obviously I had an ear towards legendary music!

[@hughosborn7292]

I saw this set in Okla City. They opened for Ted Nugent. Next year they headlined Fairwell to Kings tour with April Wine opening !! Great shows !!

[@brianmcmanus8027]

They were opening for Kiss alot in '76. I'm sure it went off well lol. Miss you so much already Neil. RIP

[@danhill9952]

This too was when I discovered Rush. I was blown away. Instant addict. Even in 1976 Neil just roasted the rest in the day. Damn he was good 😉

[@edmundwynne8021]

when i saw this tour in Springfield, MA it was BÖC & Foghat...all for $6.50 🙂

[@michaeljameszaruba2243]

This is great footage I've never seen before. Thank you for sharing

[@dennisyoung1783]

A surprisingly clear audio track, and the video is good, too. NP is just a magician on the drums.

[@8BitAtari]

The coolest thing Canada has ever offered.🇨🇦

[@jimmygt4]

these guys are gonna be big someday, I can feel it.....

[@dekommunalanstallda4005]

what

[@ReluctantWarrior]

jimmygt4 someday they may even make it to the rock n' roll hall of fame.

[@jasonkeith9317]

They're gonna make it!!!

[@RoarOfWolverine]

jimmygt4 If your post was dated 1977 I’d be really impressed.

[@uhuhuhuhuhuh3537]

It's been 50 years. They're never going mainstream.

[@philipquigley5222]

This was my first concert . I was 12 . They were the opening act for Kansas. 2 of they great rock drummers ever in one night . It was a life changing experience. R.I.P Neil

[@JohnReganSeattle]

Was this Capitol Theater in Olympia or somewhere else?

[@garygennaro6029]

@@JohnReganSeattle I think it was in Passaic New Jersey

[@chrisevans9553]

It was in Passaic, NJ. Never saw Rush there, but many others.

[@jamesleblanc7437]

Thanks man, was just wondering who they were opening for...!

[@paulsnyder744]

Kansas!

[@franksmusic2880]

I was there, Rush was the opening act. Montrose was on second and the headliners were Foghat. Fantastic show, all the groups that night rocked out.

[@backwatersandbackroads]

"You're as fresh as a Foghat concert!" --King Pin :)

[@cobalt1959]

Guessing Montrose and Foghat were enjoying their last night of Rush opening for them. Rush took control

[@Rayburn58]

Clearly the best band was the opening act. Montrose and Foghat could never stand in the shoes of Rush.

[@lancewilliams4847]

COOL! I loved the 70's! I saw Rush - had to be before this because 2112 wasn't out yet - in INDY for the 'Christmas Concert' - about 5 bands. Blue Oyster Cult was headliner, but RUSH got delayed for some reason, and CULT had to come out before them. By the time RUSH came on, everyone was almost burned out and RUSH didn't sound too good that night either, honestly. Probably due to the logistical problem or whatever it was. They were always great when I saw them after that - 30 more years or so, haha!

[@lancewilliams4847]

@@cobalt1959 --- In the 70's, I saw RUSH backing up KISS. The next year, KISS was backing up RUSH!!! I LOVED it!!!! (KISS sucks! haha)

[@michaelprosperity3420]

I know all the lyrics, this is some powerful stuff. Being in my teens when this came out what a magical time.

[@FACEL1FT]

I’m a teen now, still pretty magical times

[@guyshort9663]

Indeed

[@user-fn3xt9my3c]

Saw them 4-6 times. It was great to grow up in the 70’s

[@jamesbeaet5135]

Jesus, this sounds fantastic for a 1976 recording

[@bapt_andthebasses]

You're so right bro, can't believe my headphones right now.

[@goodwilj]

I agree the video is subpar but the audio is spot on.

[@oreally8605]

Blaspheming Jesus doesn't help.

[@soundhealer6043]

@@oreally8605 I don't mind.

[@skummtoons6686]

I have headphones on....WOW! So true. No Auto tune here.

[@jettpeters3470]

Geddys voice was electrifying !!!!!

[@robertellison4691]

Horrendous is more like it.

[@susanmaggiora4800]

Robert Ellison Sounds like somebody needs a diaper change..

[@joshuapitz4906]

@@robertellison4691 sounds like you need a tampon and midol STAT!!!

[@RedArrow73]

Robert Plant meets Donald Duck (per Rolling Stone, anyways)

[@jantzenallen3077]

@@robertellison4691 stfu again

[@timothyweiss619]

Rush the most professional band ever. Was turned on to them in 1976 and they stayed my favorite band forever, with Alex, Geddy, and Neil who could ask for more. These 3 guy's were the best 3 piece band ever and were absolute consummate pro's. They will be dearly missed.

[@mikemurphymagic]

I never got to see Alex with long hair. Damn! This sounds so good. I saw them 22 times -- starting with Grace Under Pressure Tour to R40. But watching this, I really wish I had experienced some of this live classic Rush. 2112 Grand Finale had me in tears.

[@geftiler2112]

Alex had long hair in the early 90's

[@jamesswanson4303]

You don’t know what you missed 😊.

[@Jakeman90210]

the phaser on the drums is just great

[@ddawglee]

0:00 Bastille Day 5:05 Anthem 10:06 Lakeside Park 15:02 2112 31:00 Fly By Night 33:04 In The Mood Wow, I love this setlist

[@cmbestkey8114]

But in the mood is there

[@stevecarlson2242]

Necromancer would be too cool

[@mikebehrend3152]

A shortened version of All the Worlds a Stage. Which as an opening band that they appear to be by the drum riser so close to the front of the stage. Is what you would of got to see if you didn’t get lucky enough to see them as a headliner.

[@maziu27]

@@cmbestkey8114 yes

[@cmbestkey8114]

Lil Homo yes it’s shit

[@mookyyzed2216]

Their song writing abilities coupled with their level of talent at their respected instruments at such a young age is mind blowing! They aren't millions of fans favorite band for no reason.... They have certainly earned it.

[@Lee-nh2nb]

Drumming is like sledgehammers, vocals so strong and Alex’s guitar playing is outstanding. Pure class, a band unlikely ever to be repeated.

[@MrTamaguy]

I have watched this many times and am still blown away at the musicianship of these three guys who barely more than 20. That audience must have been blown away. What a band!

[@UnivegaSuperSport]

yeah, with this material, there's no rest, no "mailing it in".

[@grego6515]

was at this show. first time I saw rush. 3000 seat theatre. the sound just exploded thru every part of the body. absolutely stunning show. my ears were ringing for days. great to see it on youtube. remember it like it was yesterday.

[@edtrembicki-guy993]

We were. :=)

[@rogerrojas487]

Hell yeah.

[@analogkid4957]

greg had you heard of Rush before that night? What prompted you to get tix to see Rush that night?

[@donna3465]

They're so damn good. Masters of music, all three of them.

[@ZaydenJSales]

I can still remember my first RUSH concert 1978...... and still rocking to them the Summer Of 2022.... life is good

[@PierreGarrabrant]

This is the Geddy Lee live voice I choose to remember

[@whitlowjohnonly1_2]

Amen to that. I remember seeing them in '82, Geddy's voice cracked while singing the " oooooo ooooh yeah! On 2112 overture. I, too, prefer this era of Geddy's vox. They were primo.

[@figeon]

Damn Geddy sure could sing.

[@u.v.s.5583]

And he could sing hiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiigh!

[@cmbestkey8114]

He had insane vibrato

[@alleyoop5185]

Saw Rush in concert, must have been 77 . Geddy was dressed like a wizard:) played all the 2112 stuff, the place was a cloud of smoke lol

[@TonyinMBSC8669]

@Perfect Stranger His voice got better as he matured and actually learned how to sing. More than likely he got lessons and learned how to take care of his voice.

[@robertellison4691]

@Perfect Stranger You are one of the few that can see that the emperor has no clothes on. Or should I say hear

[@mikebuchanan6164]

To hear Geddy sing this stuff sharp just kills me. It's unhuman.

[@paulvalentine3440]

This is a gift from whatever God you may believe in. I think Geddy is the second coming. Perfekt!

[@mysticrythems2112]

Ged would say he is working at perfekt

[@christopherl4645]

As much as I love listening to Geddy, he's super forward in the mix.

[@johnharvey5381]

Almost in tears. They are my favorite rock band since I was a kid. This takes me way the fuck back. Can't thank you enough!

[@videomaniac108]

I like Geddy's tone best on the Ric. Alex makes any guitar sound great.

[@bradpirochta9293]

they're so tight. Playing to a crowd of, like, 300... they're still awesome. Good stuff Maynard.

[@batphink2655]

Imagine being the headliner and having these 3 blokes BLOW you off the stage every night in the most polite way. Rush one of few rock bands on Earth with class. Temples of Syrinx forecasted todays insane world with C-vid and little music Communism on the rise! RIP Professor you are so badly missed thanks you for your contribution to drumming and lyrics!

[@Peaceful-Sheep]

I noticed that too. Also, The Trees seem like a prophetic analogy to today's social strife, social justice in the US today.

[@gregbors8364]

Neil Peart rejected Ayn Randy’s philosophy once he got older, wiser, and had seen much more of the world

[@loweffortproductions1985]

I think the most impressive thing about this performance is that Geddy Lee is wearing heels the entire time.

[@halcyon289]

Much of the audience had never heard anything like this before. This was the beginning of Progressive Metal.

[@epicdanny11]

metal?

[@DGB1489]

Dicho por Kirk Hammett: SUMOS SACERDOTES DEL METAL CONCEPTUAL. ¿Se te ofrece algo más?

[@epicdanny11]

@@DGB1489 esto es más como una roca

[@richardkey4289]

halcyon289 yeah this would have been very exploratory music, the crowd seems to be warm & receptive to what's going on!2112 live! Awesome

[@dezertfox3130]

halcyon289 no 😂

[@scottmasker4389]

The forever most powerful trio there ever was. Loved these guys my whole life, 51 by the way and still do. Nothing compares to RUSH🤘

[@asarand]

Finally, after all these years, I get to see Rush "live". It's never too late to experience greatness.

[@VangeliRock]

"There is something here that's as strong as life"

[@richardpowell3259]

It surely reached us.

[@goldenageofdinosaurs7192]

E K Yeah, this was a great version of Presentation. It was slowed down a bit, and was really groovy. I dug the shit out if it!

[@atranfanatic]

"I know that it will reach you"

[@MrRushhans]

everthing is perfect.....voice guitar bass drum

[@alleyoop5185]

I remember watching them in northern Wisconsin around 76. Geddy was dressed Ike a wizard or high priest. It was awesome!

[@glennkovacs1328]

That 2112 hit me upside the head, just like it did 45 years ago. Amazing tune🎉🎉 Happy 4th !

[@Steven-xd5kn]

Alex and Geddy have absolutely had to been thrilled to death that Neil Peart had found them at this point 🍺

[@backwatersandbackroads]

Just think, at least Alex wasn't wasn't entirely sold on him during audition. I wonder how long it took for him to realize Neil was a drum God?

[@MrYellowwolf1]

They were ALL thrilled...Alex and Geddy (RUSH) had a recording contract before Neil got there, and they hired him!

[@wolfedavid3700]

YES...……….

[@maziu27]

@Jamie Koering neil used to rehearse for rehearsals so yea

[@michaelmangrum5460]

Absolutely, they both said he " played the hell out of those drums ".

[@zyxwut321]

So many bands, especially from that era, are "what could've been" stories. Rush is great ambitious talent, fully realized over dozens of albums, countless shows and several decades. They never courted drama or self-indulgent self-destruction. Just grounded, sober, solid, dedicated musical professionals through and through.

[@paullarson4338]

And I like them anyway.

[@pjmaher1509]

Class reply and I agree

[@pjmaher1509]

these guys got there shit together early and earned it

[@ralphshaw9758]

I would have to disagree with the sober part. But they did set an example for enjoying things in moderation.

[@jamesian-allen8725]

​@TheGreaterGood80 yes, they enjoyed their libations to a degree but were not excessive or debauched in their behavior...rush had something most other bands don't...class.

[@glennh.2573]

That's a whole lot of raw fuckin rock n roll from these three masters of music 🎸🥁🤘💯

[@thundersnow93]

Imagine seeing Rush for the first time at this concert. Sure, they are a bit rough on the edges compared to how they played in a few years. But then you hear Geddy tell you "we want to play a song off our new album. This is called 2112". Then they proceed to blow everyone away with a 20-minute behemoth, face-melting shredding by Alex, and Neil drumming like a technical beast!

[@jameshammer1616]

Don't have to imagine it, Christmas concert,'76. Rush headlined with Bob Seagar and ARS.

[@billmiller5741]

I was lucky

[@Dreamrushyyz]

Unfortunately they only played the full 2112 song live during one tour. I believe during the Test for Echo tour. And yes I was very lucky to experience it several times during that tour.

[@BayAreaLen]

This show was two days after I was born. Rush is the greatest band, ever! I've loved their amazing music since I was a little kid, hearing Subdivisions blasting in my uncle's Datsun pick-up. Long live Alex, Geddy and Neil, three guys that have inspired me with music my entire life!

[@uyungyuliasman1203]

R.I.P Neil Peart, the professor on the drum kit.

[@rubenromero793]

Yes sir

[@user-kp6yq4wr5b]

I first saw Rush at the Wilfred Laurier University auditorium when they were touring their second album and numerous times at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium. To the best of my recollection I favored their performances during the seventy's when they still played the smaller venues. Neil Peart would shake the foundations of the building and there was something magical about the raw interaction between Alex's guitar and Geddy's bass before the band became more dependent on loops and synth's. Older or later these guy's were amazing and had the ability to deliver the goods. It's just that I have a taste for less refined music. It has been a pleasure to experience their musical careers from start to finish. The music of my youth. Thank you and God bless.

[@alansherby4046]

Can't believe I'm watching this , I'm 60 now but I remember laying on my bed as a teenager listing to this album( fly by night) and I'm still listening to them👍

[@markravitz1684]

It is terrible what time does to all of us. They were soooooo young. Geddy has aged the best of the three. It is interesting to note that Geddy sang this way until Permanent Waves, where he credits voice lessons to Daisy. In Permanent Waves, there is a section in the song Free Will where he lets loose. After that...and to this day, he has toned it down. I still think he could crank it if he wanted to because his voice is naturally high pitched. The early material will ALWAYS be my favorite. It was raw and Geddy had that great voice.

[@goldenageofdinosaurs7192]

Mark Ravitz I think it was was that part on Cygnus: X-1 that did it..

[@JesseJayAllen]

Embarrassed to say I've only recently discovered Rush. Holy shit

[@robertellison4691]

The singer sucks big time.

[@kakashihatake6176]

@@robertellison4691 l find a bit funny that you post that on everyone that compliment his voice,and still nobody gave a fuck,sounds like that you really wanted attention

[@spookydude5537]

Welcome to the discovery of something truly great! I was 13, this was my first album (Live, "All the World's a Stage"). Wow! Saw them four times, that still wasn't enough. Check out all you can from them. Their DVD Rush in Rio from 2003 (I think) is a good one. Any of their earlier performances is magical IMO... Geddy's vocal range was higher back then. But it's all very special. I think this is recorded in Camden, NJ.

[@spookydude5537]

@@kakashihatake6176 they must be a J. Bieber fan

[@royharper2003]

@@kakashihatake6176 I don't like his singing either but I wouldn't say he sux, his range is more like an acquired taste.

[@silviomarini2465]

I was at this concert & waited with my friends in the cold for them to come out of the side door of the Capitol! Finally came out & we got to see them & off they went in there bus. Was & will always be my favorite band!

[@David-xz5cc]

When I'm at my lowest ,without fail.. Rush is there.

[@Lt_Col.Henry_Blake]

Gods. Of. Rock.

[@jorgellancafil5958]

This is more heavy metal than the heavy metal

[@qman5948]

This is hard rock at its finest

[@PeterKKraus]

I saw them the night before in Springfield MA. They played between a Joe Walshless James Gang and Foghat. I had only heard of the name but not the music. They were jaw droppingly good; blew Foghat away!

[@PeterKKraus]

It's the All The World's A Stage Tour. How do I know? I bought it on 8 track lol soon after I saw them.

[@charleshanes2112]

Peter Karel Kraus ...I've been a huge Rush fan from the beginning...Was fortunate to see Rush on the 2112 tour at the legendary starwood club Hollywood ca...But I have to disagree with you, Nobody blew Rod Price away.

[@dontswin]

Very few bands could ever blow Joe Walsh away. never seen the James Gang with Joe or without him. How can you have the James Gang without Joe? that makes absolutely no sense.

[@richardkey4289]

Peter Karel Krause that sounds like a really mismatched line up, but a show like that would be cool

[@boblob2003]

I was driving past a sports bars in a strip mall in PA back in the early 90's and Foghat was listed on the coming attractions sign.

[@witnessingobscura952]

Alex's ES-335 tone is raw and primitive; It's my favorite guitar tone.

[@goodwilj]

I own an Epiphone ES-335 Pro I bought this year!! Love it.

[@caryd67]

Witnessing Obscura it’s not a 335. It’s a 355 wired in stereo

[@johnvrabec9747]

@@caryd67 It IS a 335. He didn't buy his white 355 until later. The 355 is a Stereo guitar.

[@caryd67]

John Vrabec ohhh, didn’t know that. I don’t know tons about guitars because I’m a drummer, but I know some stuff from being around so many guitarists. So, when did he switch to the famous 355? I thought he played it on Fly By Night album.

[@chatter7653]

Same. The distorted tones have this great clarity ....the note definition even on chords is so difficult to get without an old Marshall stack or half stack

[@evilempire4466]

Lifeson the most underrated guitar player of all time!!!!

[@LastDaysADDaniel]

SOOOOOO COOOOL

[@dalamar555]

dreams only get wings when you work them. I will Die loving Rush, Yes, King Crimson, ELP, BillyThorpe, and so many others that made me alive. Dream on youngsters.

[@motorcity7137]

Director to cameramen : make sure to never focus on that kick ass drummer in the back. Ridiculous!

[@illusionclassicrock6742]

Unfortunately, pretty typical.

[@Anybodyelse2294]

I saw them 5 times and always focused on that kick ass drummer. Wish i would’ve seen them back on their earlier tours

[@rickhillier7626]

@@Anybodyelse2294 I saw then open for KISS back in the early seventies. Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo, ON.

[@robertkroberjr.157]

@@rickhillier7626 Lucky man! 😎✌️

[@littleguy6753]

Every video back then was lead guitar, singer's face, lead guitar, whole band then lead guitar. If the singer didn't play bass, you never saw the bass get played.

[@adrianwhitehead1950]

I thought I’d seen most Rush videos as they’ve been in my life for 40 years. But this is an amazing performance. Captures the energy of an amazing trio. No idea how they do it!

[@tunes4426]

aged 11, used to play my 2112 tape on Saturday mornings in bed. now aged 54, after a pretty blessed interim, doing the same. Thank you Rush

[@rwfrench66GenX]

When I see the news there's a lot that disturbs me, but I feel so blessed to have lived in a world with Rush! Thanks guys for the decades of enjoyment and the influence you've generated!

[@JAHCHILDREN.NTHEHAPYCIROFFRNDS]

SOOOO BLESSED 🤗🙄🙃🖤💜💙💚💛🧡❤🤙

[@brianmcmanus4690]

Blessed is indeed the appropriate word. Thank you to Rush for helping me grow up appreciating music and community. Cheers!

[@nameprivate4287]

rush makes me proud to be Canadian

[@Azumafoo]

ditto

[@richardhewlett5603]

You've got to have something.

[@nameprivate4287]

Richard Hewlett ??

[@MaximusWolfe]

Not really

[@valeriedavis5799]

RUSH, Trudeau, Hockey, Universal Healthcare, Hilarious comedians, NOT having Trump, Vancouver bud, Soon to be legal rec.... so many things make me wish I WAS Canadian. Just gotta work on that cold weather. I'm too old for the cold. I can't tolerate it. If they had a region with an average temp of 85c and they would grant me citizenship I'd be taking off to the Great White North in a heartbeat, eh?

[@johnm2617]

Realy started listening to these guys in like 1980 -81 * Love them < saw them in phila in the early 80's also !

[@user-wm1js2no9x]

The thing about these guys,they didn't go to no school of music,no high class training, just three dudes that loved playing great music and play they did. Thank you ALEX, GEDDY, NEIL, for all the great music&live shows.😁🥁🎸🎹💽🎼🎶🎵🎸🎙

[@elizabethduchesne7319]

Just saw them last night R-40 tour...Awesome, and to think they were just 23 here! Fabulous band...Geddy is the master bassist shredder! Love his voice too!

[@edtrembicki-guy993]

Saw them at this one, through the years, and capped it off with front-row at MSG for R-40, right in front of Geddy. What a ride!

[@StratmanDarrell]

Yup you have a good ear and good taste. So pretty yourself

[@michaelfaulk4154]

I had the privilege to see Rush in San Diego on the R-40 tour. Amazing concert. This concert feeds my desire to find vintage footage of the early days. Thank you for releasing this. It is a pleasure to watch.

[@brucifer0]

So glad to have grown up in the 70s I was fortunate enough to see RUSH in late 79 Permanent Waves tour 14 year old mind blown.