Rush - Spirit Of The Radio [Live] - 1989

[@chrisfurtaw4799]

RIP Neil Peart. The greatest :'(

[@trishnorman85]

I think I’ve figured out why NP has been. So overlooked all these years. After watching this version, ‘89, after watching a much more recent live version where I didnt notice until i saw ‘89 how much SLOWER they went in later video. The “Per(T)K? Lol.. It slowed NP down enough that in the later, you finally hear how amazingly complex and vast his work is. He does the work of two people; a drummer AND a percussionist, all in one. Back in the day, he was SO FAST your ear couldn’t even pick it all up! RIP Neil Peart. Thank You SO much for your contribution to this World! May Your family always know comfort in how much you are a Gift. Blessings.

[@kaohsiung99]

This is a cure for depression.

For sure!

[@anthonytenkku43]

Agreed.

[@rayraytendy]

Yes

[@christianpanattoni5132]

Oh right

[@3Bernie]

Yeah your right

[@jonathantaylor3418]

At 2:17, Neil lands a perfect improvised fill, then Alex says "wow," and then Neil just shrugs it off. I could watch that for hours.

[@alec7978]

Haha thats good!

[@raulileh]

Great!

[@482jpsquared]

Actually at about 2:08, Neil farted. Alex, overpowered by it, at 2:08, tries waving it off. Neil smirks and nods at 2:21, "yup that was me"! Alex proceeds away from the kit to the front of the stage. Geddy's like, "What's up with you two?"

[@atlucas1]

And Neil's response... reminds me of the days with my band. Music really gives the band a higher level of communication; the audience just gets to enjoy the sound that's produced.

[@panamapanama4857]

Am not a drummer i see what happend but i cant pick it up the improvesation

[@andrewforbes285]

The smile on Lifeson's face; the smile you're only allowed when you know you wrote and are playing 1 of the great rock anthems ever

[@EaglesrtsoLosts]

Dang right well said my friend. RUSH was awesome and always will be in my book

[@thomasmarine5418]

The most underrated guitar player ever. Words cannot describe how great he is

[@tastethejace]

@@thomasmarine5418 I saw him perform live at R30 in 2004. He makes your brains expode.

[@robertmcsmack379]

I've always enjoyed it more when it's not first or last on the set list.

[@tgnyc13]

It sounds like there have to be at least 2 guitarists playing, but no. Just Alex.

[@ianseymour4066]

The communication between the 3 of them while performing is just as entertaining as the music they make

[@dansmith7106]

The best Canadian band ever

[@norwegianblue2017]

Best band ever in my book.

[@fenderstratocastertelecast8479]

Not.only canadian.... One of.the.most qualified rock band ever Regards from México

[@fenderstratocastertelecast8479]

@Davi Lucas i insist: rush is a cornerstone of rock history

[@DonRamiro1]

@@fenderstratocastertelecast8479 Arriba Jalisco!

[@DonRamiro1]

I dunno. Don't give short shrift to Anne Murray. She JAMMED! Lol...

[@Jake_Prism]

3:52 I like that the crowd cheers when Geddy says "concert hall" like on the studio version.

[@Astrosimi]

One of the great Rush concert traditions. Incredible energy every time, the few times I was thankfully able to see them, it left me pumped for the concert to come.

[@bigdogpete43]

Neil Peart takes them to a completely different level with this song. Just when you didnt think it could get any better.

[@jeffreygoldstein743]

With every song!

[@isaboteur2562]

These guys are INSANELY talented musicians. Alex Lifeson is easily one of the top 5 guitarists ever IDGAF

[@nolby1758]

You'll never see a better musical trio than Rush, ever!

[@beastkid2746]

the police close second?

[@ido11hfa]

Cream, Nirvana

[@kvltbastvrd6726]

@@ido11hfa not even close brah

[@frogirl2332]

Geddy's voice sounds so strong and so pure in this- my god my favorite version

[@frogirl2332]

Mave Dustaine oops guess I worked that oddly. meant to say my god, this is my favorite version.

[@frogirl2332]

Rush R40 Excuse me? how the fuck am I not a real fan?

[@frogirl2332]

Rush R40 you said I'm not a fan. why exactly did you say it? what is your problem?

[@frogirl2332]

Rush R40 Ok, you had me very angry for attacking me out of nowhere on a group that I purely love.

[@Jmriccitelli]

@finn nicely said

[@griffgames9538]

Rush '81 to '89 were peak. Full tempo 'tough' songs, etc. Voice intact. Beast precision players.

[@joshuaohara5472]

RIP Neil! Canada's greatest gift to humanity

[@nevillejudecharles2181]

Beautiful Canadian Brother. You will be dearly missed. The very best drummer on earth. Better than Keith Moon or John Bonham.

[@urbanlegendsandtrivia2023]

I was fortunate to see Rush at their concerts in Virginia in the 1980s. The feeling was 100 times more intense than this video.

[@jantzenallen3077]

I can’t get over how good Alex’s tone is IMO his best tone was from 1985 to 1992 🤘😎

[@JAV619]

I will never, EVER get tired of this song. 40 yrs and I can still picture clear as crystal exactly where I was and where I was going when I first heard the opening lick. And the friend who taught it to me.

[@MariothePlumber529]

These are three masterful musicians, it's beautiful.

[@JasonRyanWilson410]

It took them long enough to get inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame!

[@MetalionMusic]

Neil Peart will always be one of my biggest inspirations, not just because his incredible drumming inspired me to become better at the instrument, but also because he was an incredible person who inspired me to become better at the 'instrument' of life too. Rock on, Mr. Peart, rock on... the world may be as deep as one's eyes are wide, but regardless, Neil definitely made the world a better deeper place because he was here.

[@DanielIsaacRoberts]

"Spirit Of The Radio" is one of my favorite songs by Rush. And, Neil Peart showed off how great of a drummer he was in this masterpiece. R.I.P. Neil Peart.

[@phantomechelon3628]

Rest In Peace Neil Peart (07/01/20). 😢🌹🥁One of the greatest drummers ever to grace a stage.

[@rosssparrow8384]

Take this in...... In fifty years there will be more rap and mainstream hip hop artists in "Rock Hall of Fame" then actually rock bands. Such a shame

[@remopellegrino8961]

3 classic musicians having fun with what they do... The communication, the improv, ... How can we not love this band??

[@alexheycke5330]

alex always seems to be having so much fun in live performances

[@johnathancross7465]

Watching one of the GREATEST DRUMMERS THAT EVER GRACED PLANET EARTH!!! Play live makes me so happy. R.I.P Neil. I love Rush with all my heart. They are the greatest Canadian band ever and one of the greatest bands ever period. Neil Peart drums lyrics, Geddy Lee bass vocals, Alex Lifeson guitar. And all these amazing men killed it made some of the greatest music known to mankind. Without RUSH life would suck so much shit.

[@steveakhurst7845]

Neil Peart's drumming in this is so class, stands out from most drummers !!

[@jacurururur8848]

All*

[@vordman]

Indeed, he's up there with Bonham & Moon. And he has the advantage of still being alive too!

[@Gunners_Mate_Guns]

@@vordman Sadly, even that is no longer true. RIP, Professor Neil. :~(

[@johnathancross11]

Rush was amazing in every decade they played in bloody brilliant. R.I.P Neil Peart greatest drummer ever.

[@clemmoreno3643]

Neil lives on forever in the music.

[@agoraphobicadam1171]

With glittering prizes and endless compromises shatters the illusion of integrity.

[@itsTylerRemy]

RIP Neil first place I came when I heard the news

[@cathrhodes7525]

Tyler Remy me too ☹️

[@JCNegri]

You can not ever - ever - go wrong with Rush.

[@zimfan101]

I love those LUDWIGS! Gorgeous sounds made by a master percussionist!!

[@Dave-lc3cd]

Neal just puts on his hard hat, picks up his lunch pail and goes to WORK. Definition of perfection, RIP Neil!

[@Gunners_Mate_Guns]

My wife and I are both gutted by the loss of the Professor, Neil Peart. We know that there are hundreds of millions who feel the same way. :~(

[@amandathompson4692]

RIP Neil Peart the best drummer who ever lived. Set the standard to which all drummers are compared to and live to be half as good as. So lucky to have seen you all several times over thirty years.

[@eazy3116]

Goodbye Neil . Thanks for the memories.. R.I.P

[@texanperry]

They look like they are having so much fun. When you really want a time machine to go back and see all their great concerts!

[@superslayerguy]

sparking a joint and listening to Rush nonstop for the next week in honor of our late friend Neil, your time on this Earth may be up, but you legacy & impact on this world is far from over, RIP Mr. Peart, this one hurts :(

[@billvetter5328]

Like many here tonight, I am here to pay tribute the man... Neal Peart one of the greatest drummers of all time. God bless you and may you find peace.

[@mikelliteras397]

Never paid attention to how much fun Alex has playing. And I don’t think he’s underrated, people that know music at all, know how good he is, who cares about people that don’t

[@arta6320]

22DEC20 [A-1] R.I.P. NEIL

[@christianbuxaderas8319]

Son maravillosos..siempre tan especiales ❤❤❤

[@JojoQuik]

I got into an argument with a friend when I was in high school about the greatest band ever. So, I'm going to be the bigger man now...20 years later. Chris, ole buddy, you were right this is the greatest band of all time. I'm sure you'll get to this comment eventually.

[@Bsmiley333]

RIP the legendary Neil Peart. What a total badass drummer.

[@PrdtRsic]

God it is such a happy song, my happy song! :D

[@BRICKIEREPORT]

Gotta love that wal bass

[@Bigkidstudios23]

One of the most talented bands I’ve ever listened to

[@AntonioBSJunior]

I had been in this tour gig by three times in London. Unforgettable! Greetings from Brazil São Paulo! Popó here!

[@tubes5150]

The drumming on this , is better than every drum solo I’ve heard . And it’s just a song . Rest In Peace Neil 🙏🎵❤️

[@martincadena5238]

Rush one of the Greats!

[@rosssparrow8384]

as far as talent goes. rush is the best band of all time

[@davidallen346]

The Heart and Soul behind The Band Rush he will be sorely missed RIP Neil Peart 1952- 2020 🎼🥁👐😪

[@michellemarkussen6726]

watched them in Omaha that year. Loved them ever since

[@detonator2112]

This is pure art. Magic.

[@jamescooley4170]

I FLAT OUT LOVE THIS JAM. The energy this song puts out KICKS ASS

[@kingjohnny4314]

Begin the day with a friendly voice A companion unobtrusive Plays that song that's so elusive And the magic music makes your morning mood Off on your way, hit the open road There is magic at your fingers For the Spirit ever lingers Undemanding contact in your happy solitude Invisible airwaves crackle with life Bright antenna bristle with the energy Emotional feedback on timeless wavelength Bearing a gift beyond price, almost free All this machinery making modern music Can still be open-hearted Not so coldly charted, it's really just a question Of your honesty, yeah, your honesty One likes to believe in the freedom of music But glittering prizes and endless compromises Shatter the illusion of integrity, yeah Invisible airwaves crackle with life Bright antenna bristle with the energy Emotional feedback on timeless wavelength Bearing a gift beyond price, almost free For the words of the profits were written on the studio wall Concert hall And echoes with the sound of salesmen. Of salesmen

[@stebstebanesier6205]

All of that rock from a three piece band, unbelievable.

[@llex_luthor]

Fantastic !!!

[@jonnyadams4258]

R.I.P Neil ✊🏼you inspired me loads and I’ll miss you greatly🤟🏽

[@80sRocker]

R.I.P Neil Peart :(

[@michaelthelen7505]

As a whole, I'm still not sure how I feel like Ged's live voice during this period, but he's on fire here - whole band is actually. This song will never get old.

[@DreamfactoryZero]

Zero gravity and bad green screening does that to your voice. They should of never done the time stands still video.

[@kdawwwg40]

I love the way they just look like three best friends having the time of their lives

[@CarrieMilburn]

Best lyrics EVER.

[@patszer8314]

If this is the Power Windows Tour I attended it. What a lovely time. Thanks for posting!

[@chrislarkin3474]

Hold Your Fire tour

[@Weaver67bl]

I believe this was the "Show of Hands" tour. Neil's drum kit is all white.

[@gregschroeder5723]

Its great to see the band having so much fun when many of today's acts take themselves so seriously.

[@TheStuport]

BEST. BAND. EVER.

[@martycech5844]

Musical Perfection!

[@kimberlynne64]

My #1 Favorite song of all time and performed brilliantly here!

[@timothysandvik6865]

Mine too, since it first came out. I was 15 and was blown away.

[@arbackhaus]

Damn you can REALLY tell they are having fun. I love these guys!

[@tangyorange6509]

Always loved the record version, but this version is like, wow

[@ronaldbourgeois1255]

Remember when in 1978 had chance to get tickets to rush April wine van HALEN and so I picked Rush and Van HALEN.

[@JMBDigitalMedia]

I spent my childhood rushing home from school in the 1970's to get behind those Pearl drums put on my headphones and put 2112 on the record player and try to be Neil Peart. For any young musician's Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson and Neil Peart are near perfection.

[@shanevachal1457]

Alex's killer tone and Geddy's unmistakable vocal phrasing season this live performance perfectly!

[@jkitchen2003]

+Shane Vachal You're forgetting that nowadays Geddy Lee can't sing

[@GreenHotDogz]

+SuperJax12 and it doesnt help that Neil is suffering from Tendonitis :(

[@GreenHotDogz]

@Shallex that too

[@jkitchen2003]

@Shallex no shit the video's from 1989

[@earthwatcher2012]

*Neil deGrasse Tyson voice* “Actually, the song’s title is The Spirit of Radio.”

[@Detroitraised]

Truly Magical

[@redjohn201]

Perfect response to the record company who asked them to be more 'commercial'

[@rosssparrow8384]

if someone didn't know rush and heard this for the first time they would think this band consists of at least five super talented musicians

[@jantzenallen3077]

Exactly the mother of all trio’s

[@EATSLEEPDRIVE2002]

Oh, this was that point in time when Geddy had THAT hair style...😂

[@jroden07]

Musical badasses

[@stevegoodman3390]

this was the first song I heard from them and I was hooked. I have no musical talent but I could tell these guys were special. Especially the drummer. I'm still in shock a week later. My time now goes as AN and PN. That means after Neil and pre Neil. Pre Neil I was 10 or 12 and it was a happy 40 yrs. After Neil I'm still bummed out

[@nancyspradling9290]

Just heart stopping, Neil and Getty play exactly the same at 0:12--0:19 PRICELESS #GodBlessNeil

[@rayraytendy]

Shallex he’s saying they played the exact same thing but on different instruments

[@grammarnazi7428]

Fantastic timing!

[@united4631]

This is pure joy

[@JasonRyanWilson410]

Neil Peart and Danny Carey are the best drummers that I can think of. Definitely my favorite.

[@fakeItRight]

So young and fluid in this. Well done, boys.

[@seanmcfarland9216]

I got to see Rush in March of 83 for their Signals Tour at the old gone, but not forgotten Hollywood Sportatorium in South, Florida. Rush opened up the concert with this song. The lights went out and then they came back on. All 3 were on the stage and Geddy spoke into he microphone and said, "This is the Sprit of the Radio" and the jamming began.

[@xCobaltRainx]

1:21-1:50 I’ve replayed this so many times

[@stratboy518]

They’re just three guys, masters of their instruments, having fun and firing on all cylinders. Amazing. Covid watching in Hawaii 2/17/21 😷🤙🏼

[@CrashEng]

Neil putting the drums through the fucking floor never will get old

[@generalleigh7387]

The regular human deeply desires at least a moment to shine whatever cause.

[@Weaver67bl]

This is one of my favorite RUSH songs, but WOW. I've been a fan since my ears first witnessed Grace Under Pressure. Perfect example of why Neil was called the professor, Alex running a marathon and having fun, Getty well, he's just being himself. R.I.P. Neil, I know you're having fun where you are. I'll see you when my time comes. LONG LIVE THE MUSIC you so graciously gave us.

[@rileysquarepants]

Glad everyone liked the vid....ill be posting more rare rush vids soon

[@rapazee]

Man, I can't stop loving this song.

[@UltimateTrendsqwerty123]

I didn’t know Tom hanks was so killing on the kit!!!

[@SteelSquishy]

beautiful quality and geddys voice inpecable

[@justjon5034]

Great music relieves all stress

[@judeannegossin1009]

MOST INTELLIGENT BAND OUT THERE.

[@MrMegaFredZeppelin]

RUSH RULES!!!!!!! ROCK ON!!!!!!!!

[@steveec9704]

2:17 Alex yells at Neil slow down! Neil was blasting the tempo into another dimension lol

[@spqrtejano8026]

The tickets must have cost $20 for this show. I would pay a $1,000 to be teleported back to see them live one more time

[@Dawnrunner42]

During the first chorus, Geddy’s voice is so naturally on-pitch it sounds autotuned...but isn’t.

[@bassescovered7037]

lol yeah

[@highstepperARF]

This was before AutoTune.

[@Kumagoro314]

Except it was autotuned during the DVD mastering process, compare it to the VHS/Laserdisc release. Sounds way different.

[@tapesoncassette]

My world has been shattered @@Kumagoro314

[@syntheticreality549]

highstepperARF ...well yeah.