RUSH - THE NECROMANCER | REACTION

[@bertalach]

Can I also add I love this channel! Watching you enjoy music has actually deepened my affection for some stuff I’ve known for years! It’s like rediscovering tracks for the first time!

[@jamelakajamal]

Thanks 🙏🏾 I APPRECIATE YOU🙏🏾

[@markydkiehl]

agree

[@elscorcho233]

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[@M2Mil7er]

It's the mirror neurons in your brain firing. Watching someone's initial joy lights up the same part of the brain as when you first experienced it. It's what makes us feel empathy for characters in shows, and movies. But I agree, it rekindles my joy, and makes me feel younger again.

[@michaelcalvert7363]

Thanks for the input guys yeah was making a few more investigations think Geddy and Alex took turns to win the guitar battle so that's why the lyrics work out differently as you say it may be because of the dogs names they did that although with Neil's genuis lyrics he has probably taken it from Lord if the Rings.There is a video somewhere where Neil becomes the winner so would expect a drum solo

[@dianajemison105]

Omg! I haven't heard this in probably 30 years. Nostalgia hit me like a ton of bricks. I am sobbing. Just those feelings of being so young and discovering music and life. Wow! I'm a mess right now. I just wiped my eyes on my shirt but I forgot I had mascara on.😂 Ok, I'm going to go blubber a little more. Thank you for doing this and for my crazy unexpected reaction.

[@blondelebanese9922]

Same here....luckily no mascara tonight. Wow, indeed!

[@MatthewReiser123]

So great, this comment

[@swinglow33]

Diana Jemison I’ve got to break out the vinyl and play the whole album.

[@youtoo2233]

I feel ya sweetie!

[@amorodioamor4388]

Where I come from it is a Class 4 Felony not to listen to The Necromancer at least once a week. So with my calculations 52 x 30 you might be in for a long stay.

[@Efferri]

Someone once asked Eddie Van Halen, "How does it feel to be the best guitar player in the world" Eddie replied, "I don't know, ask Alex Lifeson."

[@s1d299]

LOL... I've heard variants on that so many times. First one was in high school. A friend said it with Jimi Hendrix and Phil Keaggy instead of Eddie and Alex. I hadn't even heard Phil Keaggy yet, then. (He actually is pretty good... but that's a stretch.)

[@TheCanuck1962]

www.answers.com/Q/Has_Eddie_van_halen_ever_commented_on_alex_lifeson_or_rush

[@s1d299]

@@TheCanuck1962 "a magazine" does not count as dox ;-P NEED SOURCE

[@TheCanuck1962]

@@s1d299 Breaking News, I dont care

[@TPaine1776]

Just classic

[@H3xx99]

Rush is one of those rare bands who could tell an entire, comprehensive story with clear beginning, middle, end, and conflict between good and evil, with nothing but an instrumental performance. And you'd be able to follow the entire story.

[@M2Mil7er]

Rush Trivia: Their record company was ready to dump them after they brought them this album (Caress of Steel). They had instructions to make the next album more radio friendly or they were dumped. Rush, being Rush gave them 2112, against all advice, but it was a huge success. From that moment on, Rush were free to make whatever music they wanted, without record company interference. You could say, they defeated the Necromancer!

[@TeeDOG6]

Jamal, I recommend you watch Rush's documentary, "Along The Lighted Stage". The documentary does an excellent job of explaining their story.

[@thehappycappy120]

Hardly trivia everyone knows of this if they ever were serious about Rush

[@mycroft16]

I love that 2112 was them flipping a giant finger to the recording labels and saying, if we're going out, we're going out how we want to go out. Integrity man. Pure integrity to their own music.

[@Nigel-Webb]

As so keenly observed @ 6:02

[@OlettaLiano]

If the bean counters had their way, everybody would just sound like everybody else.

[@lazyidiotofthemonth]

Now you are getting deep into their catalog only a serious fan listens to Caress of Steel.

[@brucedickinson12]

My favourite album

[@Clowderman]

Truth

[@alancooke6630]

Under rated album

[@mtrice5934]

lazyidiotofthemonth I never appreciated this album as I should have back when I started discovery of rush. I was too caught up in the moving pictures sound.

[@stevejohnson1577]

one of the best... to say it was way before its time is an understatement

[@careym3901]

Deep Cut, and a beauty. For nerdy kids with big imaginations, this was the ultimate, 20 years before role playing video games there was Headphones & Rush!

[@hellsoul0]

that 7 minute break down is soooooooooooooooooooooooooooo heavy imo.

[@helmutvogel901]

Hey, there was a role playing fantasy game WAY before computers, called Dungeons and Dragons, and I still have the lead figurines that we used for characters and monsters. In my day, they cost about $1 Canadian, and the last time I looked (about 15 years ago) they were more like $10 or $15 each.......

[@gerardrinaldi5874]

What an awesome thing to say !! Knowing I came from this era of greatness and it's still influencing youth's and minds Today some 50 yrs. + or - !!!!!!!!

[@blondelebanese9922]

Gerard Rinaldi First time I heard Rush, When their second album was released, I knew I was hearing something new and powerfully incredible. Just 3 guys, the best of their kind and it blew me away. Not until I saw them play live in Cincinnati did I honestly believe it was just those three powerful musicians. It was similar to the first time I heard Led Zeppelin, their first album, I knew I’d never be the same. Life changing. Same with Pink Floyd and very few others. You can’t compare these groups, they are the best of the best. Now more than 50 yrs later, they remain the best of the best. Like I said, there are few others that I consider to be in this category. It saddens me to see these Lions if the industry fall as they and we get older. Fuck, I’m in Hospice care now with COPD. I’m not sad to go however, I’ve had an incredible life. And I’ve made arrangements to be listening to these amazing tunes from my very favorite groups as they “play me out”. ❤️💋💔 Annie in TN

[@Zeupater]

@Gerard Rinaldi Some of us still play D&D. 🧙‍♂️

[@dmanton300]

Jamel goes DEEP for this one Jamel gets Rush Be like Jamel.

[@stephendedalus4566]

J: always deep.

[@BassPlayerTrucking]

Jamel is Deep! I love the dude, and we've never met!

[@MYCHIEFS11]

@@stephendedalus4566 Jamel doesnt get Rush... he's a fucking retard

[@RichNosowicz]

I'm honestly surprised you've gone for this deep of a cut so early in your journey with these amazing guys! Your pure, honest enjoyment for every inch of Rush's songs brings such a huge smile to my face. I still think you need to start looking past 1981. You've got thirty-plus years of Rush music to still get through. They only get better as their career moved forward

[@rokkkrinn2793]

I loved this song as a teenager. It moves so well. I wrote a 30 page expansion of this. I loved it, and so did my English teacher. Thanks Rush. I got an A+ on that assignment.

[@alexsander2112]

DAMN that's a spot on analysis of their lyrics and the music industry! You know your shit, Jamel, these are some great Rush reaction videos you're doing man

[@escaleraalcielo6990]

This is my Era of Rush. 74 to 79. I started listening in late 74. For me these epic songs are just a whole different level.

[@Kruegerisgod]

It's the greatest era of any band ever in my opinion

[@818bulldog4]

@@Kruegerisgod yes it is!!!!!! my Aunt sang pink Floyd's early albums and let me tell you!!!!

[@Kruegerisgod]

@@818bulldog4 Permanent Waves and Moving Pictures followed. What a legacy

[@hoosiermaker2358]

Mine too. 2112 in 76' as a 15 yr old was and still is the best times of my life.

[@thehappycappy120]

Remembering all that raw energy at their concerts was something to witness!

[@Rollout001]

The Necromancer solo is hands down one of the most intense bits of guitar work ever.

[@kingoffire9373]

As others have undoubtedly stated in the comments: The Necromancer is Sauron in Lord of the Rings. That was how he was identified in Dol-Guldur when Gandalf went to see if the evil of Sauron was rising again. However this is simply one of the references to LOTR and the song is referring to Alex, Geddy and Neil approaching the 'necromancer' of the record label, essentially saying that they want to do their own thing and By-Tor coming to save them can be seen as their music 'By-Tor and the snow dog' is what is freeing them from the chains of the record industry. I think you understood it pretty well, this is a super deep cut.

[@AudiophileTubes]

'Caress Of Steel' is a great album! Back when it came out, I had heard nothing like it! As always, Rush pushed the envelope musically, but it still sounds great today!

[@avlisk]

209 weeks after you, and this is my first listen to this song. It gave me chills. I've only heard 2 of their albums at this point, Roll the Bones and now this one. If everything is half as good as these 2 records, I can hardly wait to hear what else they have.

[@ThiagoAndrade-pu6kp]

They're really good, right?

[@KennethStCyr-dv6cm]

MY MAN..you just made me subscribe. I've watched a lot of your vids and gave them plenty of likes. But for you to review this deep cut off their 2nd album seals the deal for me..You're the coolest dude on the net.

[@jamelakajamal]

Thanks Brotha🙏🏾

[@douglascuffee4712]

I've checked several reaction/ review channels....this one's the best. YOU GET IT!!!

[@tracyraines9037]

It was their 3rd album.

[@KennethStCyr-dv6cm]

@@tracyraines9037 You're right and as a huge RUSH fan and 4 time concert goer, I am ashamed for the error.

[@devilpuppetsinc]

Kenneth St. Cyr second album with Peart so it could be argued that this is their second album!

[@lexygarland3729]

It definitely brings me peace to see people enjoying Rush and paying tribute to Neil. Thank you for opening more eyes to great music! ❤️💋

[@stevebryant6483]

The "Return Of The Prince" section is just so beautiful. It has always been my favorite part of this fantastic song. The critics REALLY hated this record. somehow, that made me like it more.

[@flip97gt]

I literally forgot how much I love this song. A pure hidden gem and atypical of their mainstream music that everyone knows them for.

[@gritter2112]

I thought you would like this. Im 56 and this came out when I was 15. I would do exactly what you said and listen in the dark. The imagery would be so vivid. All my friends loved this band too. Thanks again!

[@thehappycappy120]

Hear you Glenn I'm 57 we have some great music from Rush in that era.

[@brendan1938]

@@thehappycappy120 yes you all sure did, my dad is exactly the age of both of you and she showed me 2112, fly by night, a farewell to kings, and caress of steel when I was 10, I’m 17 now. What damn great music is all I have to say

[@brendan1938]

He showed me***

[@robashcraft7841]

Not too many bands can take you on a journey like Rush. Even before Neil's passing you get emotional listening to their music. That's something special there folks.

[@Matty0923]

Yes, not only was Neil a tremendous drummer, but an incredible lyricist as well. RIP Professor, we'll all miss you!!

[@jpellone]

One thing you need to notice in many of Rush songs is the band changes the mood of the music depending on what is happening. The first half of this song is dark and gloomy but when the Necromancer is defeated, the music becomes happy and celebratory. The talent of these three men is unbelievable!!!!

[@Thiago_Alves_Souza]

One of my favorite Rush tunes from a very underrated album. This song is based on JRR Tolkien's "The Hobbit" where Sauron from The Lord of the Rings is called the necromancer.

[@michaelcalvert7363]

Thanks for info Sanno.Wonderful track guitars are dark and brooding theres a foreboding menacing mood throughout and solos are so crisp and intricate.Love Geddys voice too.Love your Rush reactions Jamal keep em coming though did suspect this meaning had nothing to do with the record company.Next may I respectfully suggest either side 2 of Caress of Steel another highly underrated album or the tremendous aforementioned By Tor and the Snow Dog which is so good.Btw can anyone explain here By Tor seems good defeating the Necromancer whereas in BYTATSD he is portrayed as evil with The Snow Dog emerging victorious.Can anyone explain this one?Thanks

[@johnmonroney8614]

@@michaelcalvert7363 perhaps you're mistaken.

[@inspectorbudget]

@@michaelcalvert7363 I always wondered that myself. And I don't think you're mistaken because it's blatantly obvious in the lyrics.

[@BuckFlicks]

He's not mistaken. That is how it works out. I think they just liked the name By-Tor and used it in this song. By-Tor and Snowdog were dogs that belonged to the band's manager.

[@inspectorbudget]

@@johnmonroney8614 Do you know the lyrics to both songs? Why would you say he may be mistaken? Do you have an angle?

[@MrVentrata]

“Three men of Willowdale”. Alex and Geddy were actually from Willowdale in Toronto.

[@Ratboy2004]

They (Alex and Geddy) dedicated a park a few years ago on Willowdale Drive. I was working 10 minutes away on that day and missed it.

[@ntak7716]

Really.

[@dougfarrand3965]

And they would turn south to follow the Don (not Dawn) River leading to downtown Toronto.

[@mikejacobson14]

Flip it over and listen to "The Fountain of Lamneth".

[@Efferri]

"Flip it over" Laughs in 1970s 😉

[@MrWhtgst]

I cant listen to the necromancer without following it with the fountain of lamneth

[@yyz2go2112]

On No Doubt! That is some rockin shit

[@carlosmaldonado5885]

This whole album is a masterpice, but very underrated.

[@jonlate4581]

I've always liked, for some reason, that people ignore this album.

[@rubicon-oh9km]

Jamel going DEEP into the rabbit hole with this one. No coming back now.

[@Ratboy2004]

So true.

[@stevebrzosko9793]

@@Ratboy2004 Amen Brother! Very few even bother to listen to this in depth, which you have to do to enjoy this record. It's not all about Bastille Day.

[@jamzales]

That sound at the break after the-"They bow defeated" is By-Tor coming to slay the Necromancer. Same sound is on By-Tor and the Snow dog. Those words rang true as critics and the label didn't get it. The resulting support tour didn't go well either. Ticket sales were down and the band coined the tour the "down the tubes tour". So with pressure from the label and a weak tour when they went back into the studio they agreed if were going out were going out in the biggest way, thus 2112 emerged out of a lot of frustration and angst. It was suspected 2112 wouldn't sell well either but sold like hot cakes. By November of 1977 it hit Gold at 500,000 copies and since has sold more than 3 million.

[@blondelebanese9922]

I agree. 2112 was an incredible album. I’ll bet the record company kind of shut the fuck up from then on. 🤗

[@inspectorbudget]

@@blondelebanese9922 I want to know how they produce that sound. Especially live. It's crazy & I love it.

[@blondelebanese9922]

inspectorbudget Honestly I’m not sure. Because Peart produced unusual sounds regularly and Geddy had an encyclopedia of sound between keyboards, synthesizers and bass pedals, he was doing the work of about three different musicians PLUS all the vocals. One thing that could never be said of the members of Rush is that they are without talent, musicianship or skill! I love every note they’ve played. Period. And will sadly miss the words and brilliance of Neil Peart. RIP😔

[@inspectorbudget]

@@blondelebanese9922 The sound I'm referring to is the noise in between the second & third sections of this song. It's also heard in By-Tor & The Snow Dog.

[@rattan3793]

@@inspectorbudget I read in an interview Geddy used his bass through a distortion and wah pedal to get that sound.

[@rachelsanders7900]

I went to this concert back in 1975, I believe, it blew my mind, I went to 4 Rush concerts in my youth and their shows were the best! It's hard to believe that all that sound can come from those 3 guys

[@GarrettEulett]

This is basically Rush's self-insert Lord of the Rings fanfiction

[@JCReeves235]

Exactly that, and too there is the overlap of Rush being a 3 piece not exactly welcome as they were finding their way in the record business, without knowing Neil's penchant for literary references to LOTR. Good on that guy, for picking up the story, behind the story, without knowing the story itself.

[@johnglue1744]

@@JCReeves235 Also Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson are from the suburb of Willowdale.

[@terminallyonline5296]

@@johnglue1744 Yep, Willowdale, North York but now WIllowdale, Toronto

[@NH2112]

Don’t forget Rivendell.

[@Mattyoung44]

So the Necromancer in that framework was none other than the Dark Lord, Sauron, when he was living in the stronghold of Dol Guldur in southern Mirkwood. As a Tolkien nerd, I read this the same way.

[@robb5921]

The Necromaner, and Fountain of Lamneth, underrated Rush classics.

[@ernieschramayr4665]

Jamal has made me fall in love with some of my old faves all over again. The only “reactions” videos that I look forward to every night. Keep it going dude.... you are the best.👍🏻

[@deansheppard8455]

This band makes me proud to be Canadian and are like national hero's up here. So glad they made it globally so all can enjoy. Neil's passing was the first story on the national news that sad day. RIP Thanks for your channel.

[@drumgk]

My heart is still hurting since Neil’s passing. Such a tremendous loss to his family, band mates, friends and fans. You are right in saying that Neil was a lyrical genius! I’ll just add that he was also a rock drumming genius. Rush believed that this album was the greatest album written at that point but the record company didn’t see it that way as album sales were not good. Mercury records gave them one more album to record and that was it. They recorded the album 2112 and the rest is history.

[@travo2112]

The music world certainly lost one of its brightest lights.... Professor Pioneer.

[@fundament]

the way Geddy pronounces the phrase "they bow defeated" - aaaahhhhh unbeatable!

[@charliemac64]

OMG Somebody actually reacted to this one!!! Major props to you, Jamel! I love this tune so much! Early in their career. I've been rocking to this since I discovered it in 1980. This is the awesome stuff!!!

[@stephenwallace1688]

For this Rush fan, Lifeson's guitar work on Caress of Steel represents his best work.

[@robertghanem4908]

OMG I JUST DISCOVERED THIS MASTER PCE MYSELF.. HOW CAN THESE 3 MAD SCIENTIST COME TOGETHER.?? HEAVENS SENT.

[@squidly2112]

I absolutely LOVE older RUSH .. man, the creative and complex stuff they created is absolutely AMAZING! .. I have been listening to this stuff since Jr. High School (I am 60 yrs old). I am so fortunate to have been able to experience them for so many years, seen them in concert 18 times. Absolutely blessed to have been able to enjoy these experiences.

[@vaporman442]

Great reaction. Loved your analysis-especially Necromancer as metaphor for record label . This is one of the most underrated songs on probably their most underrated album.

[@ryansheehan9462]

Bob Carroll I’ve been a Rush fanatic for nearly 20 years and I’ve never thought about it that way but I believe it may be right

[@k_spats]

💥THE GIRL WHO LISTENED TO RUSH💥 From the back of the stadium She’s easy to see Standing up at the stage In her Starman tee From Anthem to Limelight To YYZ She’s the girl who listened to Rush And all of the rockers And all of the heshers Well they dreamed of the day That they might get her And drive her away In a Red Barchetta She’s the girl who listened to Rush Philosophers and ploughmen They can’t resist her call They cannot choose Not to decide So they've got no choice at all They've gotta love her No she doesn’t say "Pert" And she doesn’t say "Part" Yeah, she knows it’s "Neil Peert" ‘Cause he’s close to her heart Say a prayer for John Rutsey He was there at the start She’s the girl who listened to Rush Philosophers and ploughmen They can’t resist her call They cannot choose Not to decide So they've got no choice at all They've gotta love her Why don’t girls ever listen to Rush? (X a lot) But she listened to Rush! The blacksmith and the artist They can’t resist her call You cannot choose Not to decide So you’ve got no choice at all No you’ve got no choice at all You’ve gotta love her

[@briansummers6074]

This is from the 1970's. Being a kid and opening this seeing and playing it was magical. They're early stuff was genius, it had me hooked forever. This album was hated by critics, but it remained my favorite. Caress Of Steel.

[@tonymoule7061]

I agree entirely. What do critics know? As a kid I loved this album when it came out and I still love it now.

[@uncletom-e4461]

It takes more than a hit single to make a GREAT ALBUM...!!! Neil, Alex, and Geddy knew this. Their way was THE way to fulfill their vision of what "music" should be. A wise decision on their part... RIP...Neil Peart

[@NoLegalPlunder]

The ending guitar work is so incredibly beautiful.

[@DwayneF]

You rolled a 20 on this one! No one ever expects the change in the 2nd part. Always reminds me of my teens, playing Dungeons & Dragons.

[@mpkelley20]

Wow! Not a song that’s easily digestible. Lol. This is deep track rush. Good job!

[@inspectorbudget]

What do you mean??? Awesome meal this song is!!!!

[@rxtp17]

Been a Rush fan since I was 13. I have never heard this song until today.

[@stevebrzosko9793]

Well said. Next is 2112.

[@ianross8083]

For me, The Necromancer was more digestible than The Fountain of Lamneth

[@brendan1938]

@@ianross8083 agreed

[@ChuckWasHere]

I can't believe you're reacting to The Necromancer. Deep man. Super deep, Jamal. Up next...Cygnus X-1 Book II: Hemispheres.

[@loumelillo1790]

Jamal you rule!!!

[@ericaabbott2938]

As a Life long RUSH fan I want to say thank you for this reaction video. You my man nailed it when you talked about today's music!!! The hook... sad isn't it! Thank you again love it!

[@TylerLL2112]

This was a song my dad warned me to not listen to until I was a well established fan. He tested me with By tor and the snow dog and I LOVED it. I like The fountain of lamneth more but, the guitar work is amazing here. That clean tone in the beginning with volume swelled notes is amazing.

[@robertschiffler555]

They have a sound and vocals that nobody can duplicate.

[@alancooke6630]

Rush contain my favourite lyricist, favourite bass player, favourite guitarist, favourite drummer, all as individuals. To have them all in one band. They still blow my mind after 40 years as a fan.

[@danbuter]

I love this song! Rush has so many amazing songs that you will never, ever hear on the radio.

[@raymondwarmke7094]

You're right, DJ's these days suck . They know how to play the deep cuts, they just play the same old songs over and over. That's why I make my playlist on Spotify.

[@gajkgord]

To me, this song is the greatest rock and roll song ever made. Huge Tolkien influenced lyrics, big homage to The Who toward the end of the track. When 1 track can summon a range of intense emotions like this one can, it speaks of the greatness. RIP Neil Peart. RUSH FOREVER!!!

[@bpslodge]

I had your channel as a recommended to me and what can i say , such a diverse selection of music and as huge Rush fan thanks for listening to this one. Respect.

[@morganrothe9911]

Love you Jamal...Keep it up...yeah You're right!! Your are gonna help Rush and other cool bands save this poor confused world through the universal language of great Music because your such a great Messenger...!!

[@1Lovebird1]

They call rush the thinking mans music for a reason.

[@richiedwards4953]

Jamel.... that was a real pleasure to watch you listen to a band and record that I have been listening to since I was 10 yrs old. I'm 54 this year and I still get the same goosebumps now as I did then. this song as you said IS a masterpiece. RUSH is a life long journey, welcome aboard.

[@inspectorbudget]

Alex was a beast on this album. That ending section is so triumphant! I can see By-Tor walking thru crowds of people on both sides congratulating him. Their music fits each lyric hand in glove. Miss you Neil & thank you. My favorite album.

[@Raskolnilov]

My favorite Rush song. Hard to belueve their label almost dropped them in 1976 when they made this album. But as you said, they did not bow defeated, they did their music true to themselves. I love your comment "This would be best listened to in the dark!" Excellent reaction, excellent song! Thank you!!

[@alharrington6973]

I find it interesting that Jamel mentions "they bow defeated" and this album was almost the death of Rush. Instead of bowing to defeat, they essentially said "if we go out, we go out on our terms" and released 2112. I can't imagine what my life would have been like for the past 40+ years if Rush wasn't a part of it. So many songs take me back to a certain part of my life. Going through a playlist of all Rush songs from A-Z is like watching home movies of myself, jumping back and forth through the years. Welcome Jamel to the official Rush fan club! :)

[@robertmckinnon7628]

Caress of steel,their most underrated album by the music critics of that day...30 years later they have still not answered to the longevity of the album, it is still timeless. .great reaction man...

[@amorodioamor4388]

Have you Done By Tor and The Snow Dog. If not let's get it. Same vein

[@pookiemartinez3909]

STB got it fo sho. By tor

[@TobyGreynolds]

So agree for him to do that song. Live or studio.

[@lifesabeach2597]

Great song, I like the live version a bit more

[@miconis123]

It helps set the stage for this song. It also has this one seen as a redemption story since By-Tor was the bad guy before

[@Pound_Shift]

Tobes of hades lit by flickering TORCH light

[@jeffclark4427]

One of my favorite Rush tunes. I wish i could remember my first reaction. Thank you, you made my day.

[@careym3901]

Tool and Dream Theatre were heavily influenced by Rush!

[@edugarciaa]

it's so sad the death of a master drummer and great poet, and the end of Rush... I wish their songs would never be forgotten for centuries. Jamel, you are sooo cool.

[@dougkennedy4906]

Takes me back to being a teenager. Sitting in my room. Headphones. And a doobie. Miss these theme albums. This the band that inspired me to pick up a bass.

[@boltman4227]

I love to see people discover Rush's music and then say things like, "What a great band!" Sometimes the simplest reactions are the most telling.

[@susanmaggiora4800]

I told you, bud, they go hard on this one🤣 I love your take on this being about the band & their dealings with the studio. While I think the presentation may be just a little clunky, this is still in my top 3/4 songs by my guys. Thanks for checking it out👍✌️ This came out in Sept of ‘75. The other side of this album, Fountain of Lamneth, is another long form song as well. I think you’d enjoy it as well, lots of tunes within the tune. You know how Rush do it🙂

[@lesliebaldwin5685]

Your interpretation of Rush is awesome.This was what I was listening to in the 70's and not many girls were into Rush then. For the last FORTY YEARS ( You have have yet to even touch on the body of work!) I have been inspired, amazed, and enlightened by every single one of their albums in one way or another. I feel sorry for those who never got to see them perform live. Lerxst ,Dirk ,and Pratt (RIP) epitomize the power & beauty of music at every level.

[@lifesabeach2597]

Underrated Rush album

[@ozz6111]

I have listened to rush for 45 years. You say they are perfect for reactions. That is because they instill emotions within the soul.

[@bobdelp2023]

AND ON THIS SAME ALBUM IS ANOTHERRRR 20 MIN. SONG IN 6 PARTS CALLED: FOUNTAIN OF LAMNETH :) SAME LENGTH AS 2112 SO LOL :) YOU'LL WANNA DO THAT ONE FOR SURE

[@vaporman442]

Agreed. Even if you can’t spend 20 minutes on the whole song, it would be awesome to get your reaction to the one minute section Didacts and Narpets (Neil’s drum solo.) I will never forget my first reaction to that part of the song-never heard anything like it before or since. Shivers.

[@lauriivey7801]

My absolute favorite ... probably because it was my first, (my intro to Rush)

[@inspectorbudget]

@@vaporman442 I always wanted to hear him do it live.

[@leddygee1896]

The Fountain of Lamneth is a journey from birth to death... If you enjoyed The Necromancer, you will be overcome with emotion when you hear "Fountain"... It runs deep. One of the greatest epics from this era. This album came out in 1975.

[@donalddunlop401]

Fountain of Lamneth is so lyrically gorgeous.

[@tedtosterone2262]

it's actually just a fairytale story based on books that Neil reads and is inspired by (same with 2012 & Hemispheres) but your personal comparative understanding of it is also good. Yes 3 part story, intro, battle, happy ending 👍 Rush = Brilliant so many good Rock Operas or Rock Animations would be so great.

[@6point8esspcee68]

"I wish I glew....." That's friggn funny as hell. This was the first Rush album I heard. Bought the cassette out of a 75% off bin when I was 13. And it hit me hard. Rush fan for life.

[@clintwood9472]

Jamal, I don't think it's possible to overstate how important from a cultural, humanistic standpoint, what you're doing really is. Way back in 1990 I was a stupid kid from South Dakota who found himself in the middle of the Sahara desert, in the US Air Force, during operation desert storm. I discovered this song, and subsequently the rest of this album, one magic day with a Sony Walkman (this was back in the day of cassette tapes) on a walk in the open desert. You are such an important voice in overcoming the generational, and racial, conflict that so pervades our nation today. Thanks for being so fearless and for allowing me to hear all of this music that I've loved for decades for the first time, all over again, through your eyes.

[@NoLegalPlunder]

My favorite song of all time, hands down.

[@Nagstersept109868]

One of my all time favorite Rush songs, and albums. Lots of people miss this one.

[@jamzales]

Finally. This in my opinion was they heaviest song Rush ever did. Pronounce Neck-ro-man-cer.

[@beezerreacts1684]

I don't know - how about the last couple of minutes of Cygnus X-1?

[@neighborbruce]

@@beezerreacts1684 the last couple minutes of Cygnus X-1 are heavy as FUCK

[@hemispheresamusements7484]

I have always said at 10:54 this is the hardest Jam they ever laid down.... This truly was the original heavy metal in my opinion! They freaking rocked this jam! I would have killed to be in the studio to watch this session.... and it sucks there's no video of it. All three of them are just out of their minds

[@HollowGolem]

@@hemispheresamusements7484 It's definitely in the metal sphere, but for my money you're looking at early Sabbath (which this song owes a lot to) or "21st Century Schizoid Man," both 6 years before this for "original metal."

[@La_sagne]

he romances the neck

[@ianjarvis4767]

Brother, from a life long Rush fan , having seen them in concert 3 times in Toronto (all at the Maple Leaf Gardens), can I tell you how much I envy you for the blessing of watching you hear Rush for the first time? The look in your eyes at 11:00 and again at 11:38 says it all... and then to watch you basically give up on reacting to them and just lean over and listen at 12:10 those moments are the feeling I had hearing every Rush song ever for the first time, on your face. Thank you for sharing

[@amorodioamor4388]

I find it odd people say this is a deep cut. I bought this album in 75. Have heard it over 2000 times. This is a on the surface. all the time cut. I have listened to the Necromancer 6 times this week alone.

[@beezerreacts1684]

I probably have too, but I am not sure many do - especially the people that know only Tom Sawyer, Limelight, Time Stands Still ... etc. The Fountain of Lamneth would be even deeper. :)

[@markshaw6088]

Thank you for doing my favorite Rush song.!! Great reaction. R.I.P. Neil Peart

[@reaganl.5113]

Caress of Steel and 2112 are both masterpieces. Hearing one song from one of these albums is like looking at one section of masterpiece painting. They were produced to be heard from beginning to end. Thanks for doing this request! Psst... you have to listen and react to some old YES pre 1990. They will take you places you have never been. Start with Starship Trooper then maybe Siberian Khatru. Their playlist is lengthy.

[@bbacdok]

Wow! You are so on target with your analysis. That’s exactly what this song is about. The recording company wanted to guide them along the corporate system and RUSH stayed true to themselves and played what they wanted. Look how that turned out! Way ahead of their time. Brilliant analysis.

[@leemcintyre3943]

Damn Jamel. I've never looked at those lyrics that way. Their next Album 2112 was a rebellion against the game of the "record label ownership" so maybe you're correct and they were pissed earlier on!!! Great catch Man!!!

[@Bass17yl]

Lee McIntyre I came to the comments to say this :)

[@sgtBelson]

Been listening to this for 40 years and never went there either. This is why I enjoy these reaction videos - a fresh perspective. Great job, J!

[@shera1789]

YES! FINALLY HERE! GREAT REACTION AS ALWAYS! THANK YOU MY FRIEND! 💥💯🖤🎶🤘 RIP Neil Peart

[@Bucketheadgoat]

memories of a being a kid listening to this in my room while eating bologna sandwiches and reading Marvel comics for hours. Thanks for reacting to such a variety of music. this is RUSH at their best

[@postive-vibes]

Fascinating how Jamel thought that this had to do with Rush being trapped by their record label. Interestingly, at this time their records weren't selling that well and they were getting a lot of pressure from label execs about their music. And of course, the band went off afterwards and recorded 2112 (which was nothing like what the record label wanted and sold like hotcakes, and the band never had to listen to label execs again).

[@tomklecka2819]

The Fountain Of Lamneth..... Caress of Steel... must listen!

[@robertlicano1241]

I love the way you react to all great music. l love Rush and after we lost Neil. I discovered you and you are keeping this great music alive. Thank you brother Jamel!

[@kesleycottrell1416]

Red Sector A is about the Holocaust. It reveals a lot into Geddy and Alex's family history.

[@mikebreen4381]

also a warning for what is to come...

[@kesleycottrell1416]

Mike Breen So is The Weapon. It's scary how relevant that song is. Today would be a good example.

[@mwfmtnman]

Red sector A always gives me goose bumps and tears me up

[@Joe_1971]

Neil loved to read, that was his passion. When you have read probably thousands of books in his life time coupled with the fact that the man was very intelligent, it only seems logical that his lyrics were very very deep. You could put on a pair of headphones and listen to early Rush albums and you were instantly put on a journey to distant lands. RIP to the master of time, the master of words!!!

[@macedamiachocolate]

This is my favorite rush song! If I had to choose

[@MatthewReiser123]

Agreed, I think. But so hard to choose among the many gems, eh?

[@TylerLL2112]

Matthew Reiser Exactly! There’s aspects of almost every Rush song I love from Rush to Signals. I sort of couldn’t get into newer Rush past that. Some songs were good by not master pieces.

[@RadiantHealthForAll]

Was my favorite rush song from the first listen

[@riddhimanmedhi99]

Well said. The sound, the progression, the story, the lyrics, the vocals and the guitar solos. Everything is on point to the T.

[@DallasGunther]

Yeah, me too man.

[@alltheworldsastage9258]

I love your channel and your grooving to one of my all time favorite bands Rush! Caress of Steel was the first Rush cassette tape I bought with my lawn mowing money in 1988 when I was 12 years old and I still listen to this and all their great albums today. Keep up the great work and I appreciate what you do in your videos and appreciation of music. Rest In Peace Brother Neil. Take care my friend. ✌️

[@justinthomas2824]

@Jamel_AKA_Jamal please do your ears a favor and listen to Rush - “The Fountain of Lamneth” won’t regret it

[@Thiago_Alves_Souza]

Another great one.

[@corwinchristensen260]

Rush didn't just provide their audience with musical lyrics - they sang parables. The literal words that Neil penned tell a story with meaning and yet so much more is to be found inside. This is very early in their career and yet the skill that they wield their instruments is astonishing. Alex makes the guitar sing ... it speaks to us. It alone tells so much of the story. Geddy's voice speaks the words but his bass sets the ambiance and gives the whole - feeling. Neil packages it all, bringing it together as one. He keeps us off balance and yet in rhythm. They each compliment the others so well, always enhancing what is happening with a cohesion that is unique to Rush. My heart goes out to them and theirs with the recent passing of "the Professor." May you all find peace. Thanks for the reaction ... it is so much fun to see you experience these masterpieces and remember when I heard them for the first time...

[@doughyguy2663]

Bought this tape on a family vacation when I was about 13. Everyone else was out having fun on the beach, and I'd be reading Stephen King books and listening to this kinda stuff :)

[@scottarnest8980]

I am a big King fan as well, except the book "It", I did not really care for that one.

[@unabtanium]

My favorite song by my favorite band! RIP Neil Peart! Rush was my guide on many many journeys! Jamal you’re awesome dude!

[@TheWorldAccordingToArf]

I heard Geddy say they were super stoned through the making of this album, and that it sounds like that to him. It sounds like it to me, and I'm a pothead. That said, Rush is a North Star. It was a pleasure to have them. Lucky us. Bye bye, Neil.

[@carljohnson2375]

I have a deep appreciation for Rush, 40 years' worth. I also applaud your love for them. That being said, I REALLY want that hoody!

[@moonchild9876]

May I reiterate another recommendation from same era another commenter recommended. Yes Starship Trooper. It takes you through many shall we call scenes, guitar is amazing

[@robbesser1]

Steve Howe's best song in the entire catalog

[@Eye-Nod]

To me, it has always made me think of the 'Lord of the Rings' book. When Frodo, Sam, and Gollum journeyed towards the steps of Cirith Ungol, then when Frodo & Gollum fought over the ring inside mt. doom, then finally when Sauron was overthrown. Heard it the 1st time in '75 when it was brand new. I have loved Rush ever since. RIP Neil. Thanks Guys ...☝️ 😌