RUSH - Live at the Philips Arena in Atlanta (part 2/2) - 2002/10/13 - Vapor Trails Tour

Setlist:
Dragon Intro 00:01
One Little Victory 01:16
Driven 06:46
Ceiling Unlimited 12:30
Secret Touch 18:08
Dreamline 25:11
Red Sector A 30:30
Leave That Thing Alone 35:50
The Rhythm Method (drum solo) 40:53
Resist (acoustic version) 50:06
2112 (Overture/The Temples Of Syrinx) 54:26
Limelight 1:01:26
La Villa Strangiato 1:06:03
Ranting and Raving (Lerxst's clowning) 1:12:54
La Villa Strangiato (reprise) 1:15:17
The Spirit of Radio 1:16:07
Encore:
By-Tor and the Snow Dog 1:23:01
Cygnus X-1 1:27:48
Working Man 1:31:03
Rush "Matrix: Atlanta ‘02 Reloaded" DVD
Media: 2 DVD-DL
Catalog: AppleJack Studios: AJS-D20021013-02
Source: 3 cam mix down
Date: October 13, 2002
Location: Philips Arena, Atlanta, Georgia, USA

[@canislupis3129]

Ceiling unlimited is thought provoking and a rocker too. My kids loved the video “driven” when it came out. I never could have known my daughter would be fighting cancer at the same time as Neil. She lost hers in 2017. Respect to Neil. I humbly say that I think I understood his grief over his child too. And I started following Rush since they first came out, I was in the right age bracket. My hope is that Neil is with his child and wife. I hope to go to my daughter.

[@butchgifford69]

@canis lupis AWESOME COMMENT!! AND YOU'LL BE WITH YOUR LITTLE GIRL AGAIN ONE DAY!! SINCERELY YOURS,ONE HUGE RUSH FAN!! THAT WILL MISS NEIL PEART,SO VERY MUCH!! ✌✌🤟🤘🤙🤟🤘🤟

[@stevedrums1675]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I couldn't imagine nor would I want to. Much love and solace to you and yours.

[@canislupis3129]

@@butchgifford69 thank you

[@canislupis3129]

@@stevedrums1675 thank you

[@johntabakos1295]

🤗🤗

[@ryankenyon5010]

Greatest band in history.

[@vickycortez2644]

Well... they are great but..., the greatest?

[@michaelricketson1365]

@@vickycortez2644 Yes.

[@vickycortez2644]

​@@michaelricketson1365who asked you?

[@michaelricketson1365]

@@vickycortez2644 Posts are public. Maybe you’re new to KZbin. Thanks for stopping by.

[@michaelricketson1365]

@@vickycortez2644 Lol. So stupid.

[@jamesholloway2284]

All 3 are MONSTER musicians!!

[@philliphawkins6905]

Savants is what comes to my mind. I feel sorry for those who did not get Rush. The precision, the intellect, the relatable words, the genius of modern music. I am grateful that I came of age in the era of this incredibly gifted group.

[@ImWolf69]

"With the strength of ten, ordinary men...."

[@wphh7272]

Particularly on this night. Neil is just crushing those drums!!

[@brommendebeer]

II'm so sad that one of the best drummers Neil Peart died at the age of 67, that's much too young. R.I.P. Neil Peart and thank you for all those good music you make with Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson.

[@VanessaLima7173]

@Sparrow TV he made me smile too 🙂

[@richinoable]

Oh wow. I'm Laughing and crying at The emporerer of Eth-ee-o-pee-uh, Highly Unlikely! No performers EVER could be so silly, brilliant, affectionate, and spectacular. I can't even get enough words together for this. Thank you, Rush.

[@mr3n10]

Right... They adored each other and let us in on the fun

[@aschule5684]

Neil lost his daughter, then, her mother and his wife right after that, , he hopped on a motorcycle and tried to outrun his pain and keep from falling into the huge empty hole inside him. He took his pain for a ride a crossed 3 countries. When he came home to his brothers and wanted to allow his pen and drum kit help heal his new life with only memories of what was Rush reformed and wrote "Vapor Trails", a powerful transcription of feelings was born into music from 3 of some of the finest musicians on the planet to be shared with the world. Vapor Trails was important for so many reasons, it was "the return" album after a long absence from the band and a much needed food for Neil's soul to heal, hearing it really says so much to me in many ways and came to me at a time "I really needed it" the message was good, hopeful somehow, thank you Geddy, Neil and Alex for some of the finest music those who have ears that can hear could be blessed with.

[@georgephillips6586]

I was at that show 18 years ago along with two of my good friends. We were all high school musicians and drove all the way from Kingston, TN to see them. It was an amazing show. R.I.P. Neil. You were so loved.

[@michaelricketson1365]

I was at the Rush concert two days earlier in West Palm Beach. 🤗

[@NerdPowah]

Wow! Ceiling Unlimited. Wish they played more of that one. Rest in peace, Neil. Still hard to believe.

[@superslayerguy]

one of their most underrated track (just like ALL of their songs lol)

[@Vigilant_Guardian]

yes the darkness at high noon, I don't smoke too much for lunch, for it can make you late for supper.. out if sync with the rhythm of my own reaction, with the things that last and the things that come apart.. there is never love without pain, a healing hand a secret touch on the heart...

[@nickavenoso7851]

I think they didn’t play it that much because it was hard on Geddy’s voice. If you listen on some concerts from this tour, it sounds like he’s straining a little.

[@KLTrainz]

That was one of the variables on the tour. One night it was Ceiling Unlimited, next night it was Ghost Rider. It's unfortunate that only a hand full of Vapor Trails song made it to the setlist for the subsequent tours. A lot of fantastic songs on that album.

[@entelechy2020]

@@nickavenoso7851 I'll never understand why Geddy sang so high on Vapor Trails, almost to Hemispheres level

[@griff2733]

i cried when Neil departed us. greatest band in history

[@ryankenyon5010]

Me too. I still tear up. He was such a force.

[@TheStuport]

RUSH WILL ALWAYS BE FAMILY Cheers To The Best Damn Band And The Best Damn Fans

[@ridinmontana4k554]

This was my first Rush tour of 10 total shows, 5 cites and 4 tours, ending with R40 at The Key in Seattle, and experiencing these guys live is an experience that may now never be repeated. 100x better than anything I've ever heard live. Miss you, Neil.

[@Wooannie]

Thanks for posting this. I had tickets for this show, but my daughter was sick so I stayed home .My husband, boss and co-worker enjoyed a great show and now, thanks to you, I can enjoy what I missed that night.

[@CraigScottProductions]

The most aggressive drumming Ive seen Neil Peart on any tour. A huge comeback in 2002 for the band that overcame tradgedy and turned it into triumph.

[@1983esmi]

vapor trails is a masterpiece

[@fendergibs9098]

except you cant listen to it bc the production is so awful

[@1997lordofdoom]

@@fendergibs9098 Vapor Trails has been remastered, what are you talking about?

[@clownnookie]

@@fendergibs9098 I was perfectly fine with the original.

[@davidkidd4106]

The Remaster is a travesty as well.

[@joeshmo6363]

VT is one of my favourite Rush albums, the song writing is deeper than most of their work in that era, the songs are mature and multi dimensional, layered and textured. Sure the recoding is not perfect but it's raw and you can really feel Neil in this album, SO personal to him...

[@kevinkilduff2064]

When giants walked the earth. Their like will not be seen again, I fear. Utter magic. La Villa St. is one of the most iconic pieces of the rock canon, even with the Alex sidebar!

[@gregoryrogalsky6937]

Ceiling Unlimited.. Amazing. R.I.P Neil Peart.

[@jasonlefler3456]

It’s one of the best on the Vapor Trails album. Outstanding lyrics and music.

[@kennyplay5982]

I cried on that tour, it was perfect sonically and visually

[@kennyplay5982]

Agreed

[@jeffrall6863]

Such sound from 3 dudes CRAZY !!!! Sad we will never see it again in this Life.

[@jamescuesta6890]

My first rush concert was October 24 2002 at Madison square garden what great experience to rush live for the first time

[@jimburden5113]

The black country wanderer 1973 my first rush concert October 23 1976

[@stevedrums1675]

I was at that show!

[@fa18superhornetpilotcessna75]

Saw them at the Staples center with tickets right by Geddy . And at Vegas , again by Geddy 😃. Rush concerts are pretty much like meteors striking the upper atmosphere .. a must see human event✌️

[@t161sprawotsi3]

Beauty player Solo Drummer Mr NEIL PEART .. FANTASTIC Thank's for Up Load this Video 👍♥️🤟

[@Tranquillado]

Atlanta, Philly, NYC-these are some of the cities Geddy once said treated the band like a home away from home.

[@keeno65]

I was there!..The RUSH is BACK tour!

[@WorldsWorstFishing]

This was my first Rush concert! Phillips Arena Vapor Trails! Thank you for the footage

[@rogerhickman6114]

They sure make it look easy!!! Just "INCREDIBLE"!!!!!!

[@jaybee9269]

It doesn’t look easy at all!

[@freegee3503]

A live recording where I can hear ever drum hit, YES! Better than the pro productions with the camera scenes switching faster than I can blink! Thank You! Red Sector A sounds so much better guitar driven without so much keyboard presence. Al's antics during By-Tor- BAHAHAHA

[@red380zzz]

Ok Snowdog I watched again and at 1:22:44 I catch the Red #2 dryer shirt from Geddy! I am sooo pumped you added the entire show. Thank you so much!!!

[@drewkrajewski4698]

Holy crap! they were ON FIRE for this show!

[@Tranquillado]

The VT tour was, essentially, their “comeback.”

[@jamesni4498]

Secret Touch was so good on this tour.

[@stevedrums1675]

One of the best 'live tunes' in their catalog.

[@joshricci6133]

This was a great setlist

[@petersonpaludo9366]

The best band of the world!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@justinfontaine5539]

if your drummer or think you are just go the the 43 minute mark and know how good he was. Scary part is he was as good a person and a man as he was a drummer. Taken way too soon.

[@mjohn8227]

Hell, start at the 41 minute mark..why not?

[@niftyfiftytwo1484]

What a great Trio. Highly Unlikely's drums, Boom "Boom Boom" Boom's amazing bass lines and soaring vocals. And *random Blues notes*'s Blues notes are just great!

[@michaelbeach9694]

Rush lives forever

[@Solidst8dad2112]

I was at this show! It was a great one!

[@Scum101proof]

Vapor trails was there best tour in my opinion. For sure better than anything after their 30th anniversary tour

[@TonyinMBSC8669]

They should play the entire first side of 2112 at Every show. It's the best piece of music Rush ever wrote. It literally gives me goosebumps every time I hear it! RIP Neal....u were the best drummer to ever live!!

[@daleozmore1327]

By far the best trio and best of friends this planet has ever seen or heard the professor is the most disaplined drummer to ever grab a pair of styx and thump the skins mistake free throughout his long career thanks Neil for amazing our souls for eternity Alex and geddy your on that road as neil thanks for all your heart soul in everything you two played also mistake free your in my heart soul and life forever

[@bpkelleyliveproductions]

Thanks for this great footage! I was at this show. Off to Geddy's side a couple sections back. Sounded great! Met Geddy and Alex pre- and post-show. Each time they signed one item (security's rules) so they signed my Farewell to Kings vinyl jacket and my original Exit Stage Left program from the Omni in '81. Alex was especially super cool! Geddy was nice but quiet as saving his voice before and after show. Neil avoided everybody and went straight to his bus, arriving shortly on his BMW bike riding along with his drum tech (Butch?) after the other two arrived by white van. Still, meeting 2/3 of Rush (twice) in one evening was magical! One of my all-time musician-meet honors!

[@SnowdogPL]

Why didn't they play this tour in Europe??? 😪😥👎

[@bpkelleyliveproductions]

@@SnowdogPL Yeah it appears Rush never played Poland. At least according to setlist-dot-fm. Roll The Bones 92 was last time they played Europe prior to R30 in 2004, and then EU every tour onward except for R40. I'm sure you saw them in Germany several times, and maybe their only ever time in Czech Republic in '04.

[@SnowdogPL]

@@bpkelleyliveproductions I was in Prague in 2004 and twice in Germany in 2011 and in 2013. Unfortunately, they will never play in Poland again. See what I recorded: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lanFeIatf6eUbKM kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJKlaWdvbNykaas kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaOopo17gaeXoqc kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmXWmGihnb97bKM kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZmVZ5KKbcd5gtU kzbin.info/www/bejne/op-WiIOmaZqkm7s kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4vIgGV3l8l0rJI kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4Gcp4GwarWVl5I kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGepZ3engruqd9k kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIrEZoqGobGKia8 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYTKqIx_n7x7mLM kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGaTcqFtZ9OkhM0

[@monmixer]

Damn those drums sound good.

[@anonhewitt7]

Yes, good drum sound, can actually hear the snare, unlike most of their live albums. R.I.P Neil Peart

[@sgtpepper1138]

The only problem I have with Lorne's tuning is the high toms ring way too much.

[@superslayerguy]

@@anonhewitt7 gotta make room for Geddy's bass lol

[@h4r4]

Really I mean this by saying thank you for uploading this. Seen these fine men 3 times in concert and I’m so grateful. The Vapor Trails tour was the first show for me I was about 14 by the time it came to Britain. Brings it all back.

[@thomasgallegos2832]

Saw this in August in Salt lake city and Las Vegas Sept 21st right before this ! Awesome show !!

[@georgeclarke8137]

Why did it take so long for Rush to get into the Hall of Fame? For two reasons. First, they didn't bow down to the mainstream critics and adhere to convention. Secondly, they were too damn good!

[@victormoreno554]

It doesn't matter if you are a super fan or don't know all of their stuff, you WILL be entertained cos it's RUSH!

[@tommyhellmann6645]

Best Damm drummer in the world !!!

[@cygnustsp]

Only these three guys could play La Villa. Some of it sounds easy but the exact timing makes such a huge difference.

[@CygnusXJon]

Thanks again Snowdog! Saw this in Vancouver B.C. great memories! You have so many good Rush vids man

[@WillsRushpage]

This is an epic show! Thank you for posting it. I saw them on this tour in Toronto. A night I will never forget.

[@TheCOZ]

Thank you for the upload, Snowdog! Man, the boys were killing it!

[@mikehand5881]

Really great sound!!! I enjoyed every minute,THANX!!

[@Cleme21]

What can I say in these comments when we all speak alike about this band. Fan since 1974 Black American, goes to show how dynamic they are, and how far they reach

[@Kidgloves1984]

I saw them live in 2002 for the first time and it was absolutely phenomenal..

[@cribguy]

I was actually at this show. It was my second time seeing them. The first being 1986 for Power Windows. I would go on to see them 4 more times..

[@craigroberts1670]

I would have preferred to see Power WIndows. Not sure about this Vapor Trails show, not really feeling the songs. Maybe I can't figure out why. Maybe I should just shut my big Yapper!!!!

[@jamesgoddard2321]

Power Windows with Steve Morse opening was the best show I’ve ever seen. Watching Geddy sing, play the impressive bass line and work the Taurus pedals simultaneously on The Big Money was something I’ll never forget.

[@carlosdm7899]

Craig Roberts lucky you man

[@johntash5895]

Having been to three of their Atlanta shows sure is cheering to watch this show back now.

[@MrHypermoto]

I caught this tour at the Gorge in WA on my 21st birthday (9/14, two days after Neil's). It was my first of six Rush shows, and I still remember being surprised by the crowd shouting in unison during 2112. I remember accidentally elbowing my buddy in the head because I was so excited. Legally bought beer, camped out, saw Rush live, twas a great 21st bday indeed!

[@mathensful]

Thank you so much for putting this show up! This was my second time and unfortunately the last time seeing Rush. The first was at the old Omni Atlanta '96 Test for Echo. For the exception of a few songs, they were completely different shows. I'm truly saddened that Rush as we knew it is over. I'm forever grateful for Rush providing a soundtrack to my dorky early years. I'm a much better drummer too thanks to the Professor sharing his life, techniques, and wisdom. Rock on Forever Neil ❤🤘

[@ndirishfan1988]

I was at that '96 Omni show. My first and last time seeing Rush live. It was beyond words amazing,

[@selwynmorgan2048]

That was absolutely brilliant. Pure musical genius. Made my evening.

[@DavidSiciliano2100]

I love Vapor Trails!

[@DoktorDamage]

Their worst album, IMO

[@Krazy_Shorts]

Great vid! I was at the Hartford CT show, their first show back from their absence and it was AMAZING! Also saw them in Phoenix in the 3rd row on this same tour....Just so awesome.

[@paulie0706]

I'm biased to the Snakes and Arrows tour because that's when I first saw Rush live. That being said, I think this was one of their best tours. They sounded great, looked great, everything was great. It was a good come back for them (mainly Neil) after being off the previous 5-6 years.

[@MbdslEst1964]

Classic Lifeson rant. Excellent stuff!

[@scottchappell3193]

Neil was a God on earth and now hes a God on high

[@lindapryor3747]

Man, wish I could have been there. This had to be the BEST SHOW EVER by the BEST BAND EVER!

[@robertwhitlow8957]

Superb tour de force by seasoned concert veterans. The question - what is at the end of the black hole? is answered, its a huge Rush concert, and it's really good. Four star upload.

[@Keirfey]

Ah, good times... that tour ❤

[@freegee3503]

Revisiting this on RUSH Day 12/21 2022 and on upgraded system with tube pre-amp! WOO YEAH! 👍

[@robertk2007]

Red sector A means a lot right now in 2020. Stay safe everyone!!

[@stephenwilson2074]

Thank you for posting this! Greatness.

[@jamesgeoghegan4082]

Think it's the track Driven reminds me of the BGM in the original Doom game. Love Rush , always will

[@Vigilant_Guardian]

one of the most free performances Neil ever had.. confident, stating, loose, powerful, rigid, yet flexible and the inherent technologies were "challenging" them all night long... Neil ROCKED this show.. and tour...thou admittedly Ged had to hurry and get on with it...lol....and poor alex ... hurry hurry ..no wait!!?... he rocked this show as well.& .i have to snicker at red sector after dreamline.,.. the up beat down beat got chiled..lool

[@caryhalpern2238]

I was at this show, seems like yesterday!

[@stevejohnson1577]

by-tor and the snowdog!!!! awesome!!!

[@Yyz1971]

Excellent show! My wife and were there, section 5 out in the floor!

[@gregorywilliams5054]

Best period

[@jeffvomero1242]

When you watch Neil play the drums he makes them sing. He composes his drum solos as a story. There are many drummers today that are faster with their hands and feet but nobody plays the drum solo better then this amazing story teller. R.I.P The Professor on the Drum Kit.

[@mannysaltiel1984]

Professor on the Drum Kit. Perfect. Deserves a formal abbreviation - Neil Peart, PDK

[@jamesthompson2734]

Rush was the best band ever. Neil was rock history’s best drummer period. He’s gone way too soon. 2112 is the best rock album ever made period.

[@2ToyBoys]

They were on fire on this show.

[@Jermeister12]

I was there. First time I ever saw Rush

[@scotty3034]

RIP Emperor Highly Unlikely from Eth, Ethiopia.

[@kennyplay5982]

That album is just amazing, they were on fire.

[@jimmy9802-t8j]

GREAT TOUR ...SEEN THIS ONE AT SAN ANTONIO2002 .....after seeing test for echo tour 94/95 in Dallas

[@okolekahuna3862]

Rest in Aloha Professor. The GOATS.

[@dynjarren7523]

Is it me or is there something Eastern or Exotic about their sound? Maybe it’s Geddy Lees Vocals. I always imagine he’s like some kind of Monk from the Himalayas who learned to sing and came down from the mountains 🏔 to visit us. Something Exotic and other worldly about his Voice! I can’t quite put my finger on it. Does anyone agree with me? Of Course, now with Neil Pearts departure, this Trio is over. Very Sad but he was a big part of their sound and success as well as the other two. They were a perfect Triangle and Trio. Well, for forty years you could see them. If you missed it, then it’s your fault. They Toured constantly! RIP Neil Peart

[@kraigburningham4288]

Best in class best in show best ever. Since @richardgrant introduced me to RUSH

[@paulelliott3220]

Amazing - thank you

[@The02wooley]

That sound of the drums on working man was sick

[@edrad23]

If only someone could compile a video with every one of Alex's rants. That would be fantastic !

[@richinoable]

Search KZbin if you haven't already. I've watched a bunch. I like the meat bees rant a LOT.

[@roland3438]

you'll be eternally missed professor :( rip big guy

[@drum1805]

I was there!!!!! Helluva show!!!!

[@michaelbeach9694]

I love you the most Neil Peart bless you forever

[@michaelbeach9694]

I love you guys Geddy ALEX and bless you too Neil

[@lavishd.4347]

One Little Victory with those pyrotechnics is pretty sweet 🙂

[@Tranquillado]

“That’s better. Now he’s gettin’ good!”

[@ak2112]

One of their best tours.

[@olivermateo3109]

These guys are virtuoso. Canada should put up a statue for them!!!!!!!

[@cruuuzzzzzer2]

And call it, wait for it......... Mount Rushmore.

[@Joelster-og4pf]

Gotta say it, Alex is funny as hell during La Villa Strangiato. Love his humour.

[@jamesbowen2105]

Saw them 10 times between 77 and80 in the greater Detroit area and ohio pop up show to preview permanent waves was possibly best outdoors October min snow was falling they kept jamming thru aretroshow then played the. Up coming album in toto as a second encore!

[@vanhunsberger4192]

ged's voice still strong for this tour. rockin'!

[@veraluciapintorios5740]

Sensacional!!!

[@tmplews]

I was there, such a great show!

[@maggotswamp]

“For those who thing and feel” *cough* “Beyond the gilded gate”

[@ericking4072]

PAGE!

[@idratherbefishing7753]

😂😂 Cage 👍