RUSH - TOM SAWYER | REACTION

[@KesslerMickschGeorgeII]

Watching someone fall in love with Rush is one of life’s truly underrated pleasures.

[@craigcheeseman6292]

could not agree more....it's like watching someone who's never eaten chocolate devour a toblerone...

[@simply-living8523]

Amen fell in love when I was about 7

[@tjcobey]

Well said. I had the same experience. Snakes and Arrows tour.

[@pongmonkey]

So true! After 20 years, my wife has found it! She didn’t mind them but just never really “listened”. Even better.

[@hydraxc2478]

T.J. Cobey I saw them in Salt Lake for Snakes and Arrows tour!

[@russelldelorey7348]

Best 3 piece band of all time, their sound is phenomenal. These guys are Canadian treasures

[@dannycoventry7927]

Best Band of all time

[@paintslinger16]

That has been my thing with RUSH, three guys produce all that sound!

[@Ass_Burgers_Syndrome]

They may only be a 3 piece, but good enough to give 'em a 5-piece all day

[@patrickgeorge9517]

They are the best power trio of all time. A close second for best trio has to be ZZ Top.

[@loko6706]

These guys are world treasures they’re from Canada, also let’s add Stevie Ray Vaughn and double trouble to that power trio mix

[@mindyabusiness420]

The moment when you realize only three dudes from Canada making this sound.

[@michaelmcginnis8495]

From hearing "the Trees", first time in '84... I've never been able to comprehend how they do it!

[@thomkirby9173]

went and saw Rush in London for their Signals tour (84) got extremely drunk and was sitting down in the arena seats when they started playing.... got up looked at the stage and said... "why is there only three people out there? Buddy then reminded me it was rush.... RIP Neal

[@mindyabusiness420]

Man another punch to the gut, RIP Mr. Peart. It was an honor to see you live. Thank's to Rush for bringing me along their journey.

[@radiopinkzeppelin2]

haha yeah we tend to surprise people musically now and again.

[@fredklein3829]

Three dudes *in* Canada.

[@charlesburris6314]

They sequestered themselves in a cabin in 1981, making Limelight there, and more. Most agree that the drummer, Neal Peart, is also a great lyricist and one of the best drummers ever. Alex Lifeson, the lead guitarist, is vastly underrated. Geddy Lee, bassist, keyboardist, lead vocalist, can play with anybody. Rush is the gold standard for Canadian Rock, and respected worldwide. Their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame was YEARS overdue.

[@elijahrobinson2362]

Charles Burris, The Guess Who is the standard, with Rush and the Hip following.

[@vapingnewbie9303]

I believe this is Val Morin Quebec

[@francoisroy1501]

@@vapingnewbie9303 They were in Morin Heights up there in the Laurentians making that masterpiece. Must have been there that they filmed.

[@vapingnewbie9303]

@@francoisroy1501 hey I got the province right lol

[@shawndenevers6495]

The Video is from the studio they recorded the LP called La Studio in Quebec. I believe they recorded Permanent Waves there as well. Neal's travel books are excellent as well!

[@marceld6061]

Neil Peart. Undoubtedly one if, if not THE BEST drummers in history.

[@andytilley7205]

Neil would be offended at the Drummer...he calls himself a percussionist

[@marceld6061]

@@andytilley7205 I stand corrected. My apologies to Neil.

[@alienlife7754]

Neil Peart, Kieth Moon, and of course, Buddy Rich.

[@marceld6061]

@@alienlife7754 and now we can add Yoyoka to that list! Check her out.

[@lilpro212]

RIP

[@DarthRevan-lu6xp]

My favorite band of all time. No joke, they helped cure my depression. A good friend of mine literally said "You aren't allowed to be sad when you're listening to RUSH". That stuck with me. And I was privileged enough to see them live on their Clockwork Angels tour in Dallas, TX. Alex, Geddy, and Neil are absolute masters of their craft. I can definitely say that RUSH fans are VERY devoted to the band.

[@Vnachi8]

Darth Revan first concert I ever was the Hold Your Fire tour, I was 14. They were just as good every time I saw them after that. And you’re right, you can’t be sad listening to Rush.

[@0okamino]

Even when Rush songs are about very sad, upsetting subjects (for instance, _Red Sector A),_ they seem to always make it more reflective, contemplative in its emotion instead of just depressing.

[@Vnachi8]

Ookamino, Subdivisions is another example of that as well. Whereas a Pearl Jam attacked the same subject in Jeremy or P.O.D. in Youth Of A Nation, they did so in a very in your face, depressing way. Rush, in contrast, addressed it an a very poetic manner. Not lessening it’s impact, but turning it from blunt to art.

[@dougdavidson3260]

Devoted might be an understatement for Rush fans. I first saw them on Signals tour in 1982. I was fifteen. I saw every tour after that to the end. I literally had tears running down my cheeks last tour hearing Jacob's Ladder played live for first and only time in my life. They are a part of my chemistry. I miss them but they sure earned their retirement. ✌

[@johnmiller7080]

“There is no f***ing drummer better than neil peart” -Chester cheetah

[@acimvideos2259]

"It ain't easy being cheesy" ...proceeds to snort a line of crushed Cheetos.

[@tra1031]

Alive ... John Bonham May have him beat ...

[@the_nautillus9176]

@@tra1031 Both would have a long conversation about drumming and learn from each other.

[@bretth788]

alex aint no slouch either

[@TheAvailable43]

The best drummer of all-time is Buddy Rich.

[@riveraricardo008]

R I P Neil Peart Drummer for Rush. Passed away today 01-10-2020...... One of the best drummers ever. You will be missed by fans and friends... Peace be with you.

[@Its_BOSS_CodM]

My Dad raised me on Rush. I'm 24 and have Rush lyrics tatted on me and they're my absolute favorite band. I cant wait to pass this down to my kids one day!

[@DekkarJr]

good dad :D. my dad would play ELO all the time when i was a toddler lol XD

[@jodyariewitz7349]

What lyrics in particular?🤔 I love Rush, btw...so not judging, just genuinely curious!❤✌❤

[@Its_BOSS_CodM]

@@jodyariewitz7349 “quick to judge, quick to anger, slow to understand… ignorance and prejudice and fear walk hand in hand..” it was my dads senior yearbook quote as well hahah My dad has “workin’ them angels… overtime” tatted on him as well.

[@BoxerRick]

I love it, Brother. You had a cool dad like mine. He was a Navy UDT. He had a pair of lips tattooed on the cheek of his ass. 😂😂

[@THCya97961]

The fact that Three kind hearted, understated guys from Canada can create such a powerful symphony of perfection blows my mind. They are and always will be the greatest trio of rock musicians to ever grace a stage! Thanks for sharing!!! R.I.P. Neal.

[@jaredislversteindrums]

"This is THAT? That is THIS? This is THEM?" 😂 subscribed instantly

[@bravesrule95]

Exactly

[@sailorkatievenus4457]

Imagine living your whole life not knowing rush ....jeeeez

[@axelfoley1406]

lol. Best comment ever.

[@mystcpulse4941]

@@sailorkatievenus4457 Ya got that right have 🎸✌

[@jernigan007]

me toooooo

[@fgs2732]

My brother, these three dudes are known as musician’s musicians.

[@2869may]

RusH is composed of 3 compulsive perfectionist, and genuine good people that do not have any the ego trips that have lead to the demise of many successful bands. Truly GREAT musicians that are also truly great friends.... Resulting in some of the cleanest, tightest most amazing music ever made.

[@mayne242]

Debatable. Neil Peart for sure, Alex Lifeson is...not a great guitarist.

[@2869may]

@@mayne242 That show's how little you know about Alex Lifeson...LOL So let's debate it.....

[@mayne242]

@@2869may the tom Sawyer solo....lol... end of story

[@2869may]

@@mayne242 LMAO...!!! You're lack of knowledge showing.... listen a little deeper than "radio songs" La Villo Strangiato, Natural Science, No Camera Eye, Jacob's Ladder are a few among others.

[@rykerm4249]

What I love about this band is it's not just, "Oh, Neil Peart is a god at drums." All three of them are absolutely amazing musicians.

[@SKG1941]

60 year old dude here. You guys don’t know what you missed. The 80s and early 90s will go down in history as the best time to be alive in the United States. Loved every minute of it. Keep on digging Jamal you’ll find a lot of cool things in that time period.

[@DarNico]

Tom Sawyer is a musical masterpiece. Timeless. Insane transitions

[@Swonder1972]

"This is that, that is this, this is them?"...best-ever description of Rush

[@age1lopez]

The movie "I love you man" with Paul Rudd features this and other Rush songs.

[@NJDFAN76]

Age1 also in The Water Boy

[@allisterfiend_2112]

"Ready Player One" and an older animated movie called "Toy Soldiers"...oops, I mean "Small Soldiers".

[@Maffu79]

Slappin' tha bass, upside yo face.

[@Qyngali]

Also in the TV series Chuck IIRC.

[@youngwes7966]

Also it's in rob zombie's remake of Halloween

[@WaterborneCamper]

Hello from Canada - the home of Rush!

[@mwhitelaw8569]

And your neighbors loved the noise

[@darrenmcgovern1969]

@The Deadpool Who Chuckles. lol

[@1slippy]

As a drummer I fell in love with Rush as a 12 year old kid in 1982. I have heard this song at least 750 times in my life I have memorized every note but watching someone that’s never heard it before and really getting into it regardless of the color of his skin put a huge smile on my face

[@regal105]

My cousin, now in his early 60’s was rush’s sound man for the moving pictures tour.

[@3PercentNeanderhal]

Your lucky cousin has a nice claim to fame.

[@thehappycappy120]

Cool

[@mindyabusiness420]

I met a guy in Kansas City that used to do sound for Rush. Can't remember him or his wife's name either. Lovely people. I'd see them every now and then. He'd either just be getting back or heading out to do one of their show's what's your cousin name. He ever live in South Kansas City? 😆

[@heidiheiberg2807]

how cool

[@bobbyscarfo2544]

Neil Peart, perhaps the greatest Percussionists that ever lived, Geddy Lee, vocals, Bass, and Synthesizer.... and Alex Lifeson, maybe the most underrated Guitarist.... but without question, the GREATEST 3 man Rock Band Ever! Still have this original album, was 14 when Moving Pictures was released. This was recorded in LeStudio in Canada.... now abandoned, but many great artists have recorded there. Check out "La Villa Strangiato" for your next epic religious experience.... thank me later!

[@ericjustice5742]

It's a toss up between Neal Peart and John Bonham for the title of Best Drummer, but Rush and Zeppelin are two of my all time favorite bands.

[@jeffm.2857]

@@ericjustice5742 Neal is cerebral, Bonham was heart

[@mattybob59]

Yeah. “La Villa...” from I think this same film is fantastic too. Well...from any live performance, really.

[@beadybaby]

Toronto also spat out the amazing Triumph around the same time! WTF?!?!?

[@sirslice7531]

3 people who are experts at their craft. Note: When they performed live, Geddy would sing, play bass, and play keyboards (sometimes all at the same time).

[@sinistersparky9657]

^^ agree ... Neil Peart pretty much wrote the book on technical drumming skills too

[@kconcours13]

Geddy would also play organ pedals and Neil wrote most if their lyrics

[@targetacquired2061]

@@kconcours13 all of the lyrics

[@kmoecub]

@@targetacquired2061 nope, only most. He wasn't even in the band when the first album came out. www.therushforum.com/index.php?/topic/97058-rush-song-lyriccs-not-written-by-neil-peart-post-first-album/

[@ryankenyon5010]

I feel so blessed to have seen them live twice and so cheated that I never will again. So talented.

[@bigjay123]

3 guys made a video in a Cabin in the Canadian Wilderness. (that didn't sound right at all) 😆

[@jamelakajamal]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@louispaquet8185]

The video was made at Le Studio recording studio in the Laurentian Mountains near the town of Morin-Heights, Quebec, Canada, other artist who record there, The Police, Bee Gees, Chicago, David Bowie and Cat Stevens and many others.

[@danrebeiz4598]

Big Jay lol

[@Zughaman]

Louis Paquet merci mon ami

[@juliemanarin4127]

😂

[@SirLoinSteyk]

I believe that this was recorded at Le Studio in Quebec, Canada

[@darksaga80]

It was, which was demolished in 2018. So many incredible, timeless music was recorded there. Sad, sad day for music for sure.

[@JJ-dm1df]

Pretty sure that video with bubbles and rush was played in this studio as well

[@theshawnmurphyjournal2946]

April Wine also did a video in that studio , I believe I like to rock

[@oakvillan1277]

crash - it wasn’t demolished but there was a fire there a few years ago in a new(ish) addition. The original studio is still there but has been left to rot and decay for decades but is trying to be slowly brought back to life - there are videos of this on KZbin. I live about 5km away and often see the guy who’s trying to bring it back at local stores etc.

[@martinduquette8749]

30 minutes drive away from where I live. R.I.P Mr. Peart and Le Studio, just two of few names who recorded album there...A guy name Sting and another one Bowie? They seem to be known, I'm not pretty sure... ;-)

[@mdog2560]

The drums section in the middle of the song is as iconic as the guitar riff for Smoke on the Water.

[@bwianeh]

yessir, the guitar solo is just an intro for the drums ;) lol

[@DonaldKoller]

You had to be there when this was first released. It completely blew the music world away. No one had ever heard a drum like that. Turned the music industry upside down. I love how Peart follows Lee's bass.

[@nwmonk3105]

RUSH is probably the most three gifted musicians ever. The deeper you get into their catalogue you will realize that even professional musician are saying "dayum! That's freaking tight" or something along those lines. ;-)

[@Vnachi8]

NW Monk my comment before I saw yours, “When Alex Lifeson is musically the weakest link, then you might just be the best musicians ever assembled.”

[@dgreene4234]

It is amazing how 3 people can create so much sound. ZZ Top is another awesome Trio.

[@jgordon5316]

SRV and Double Trouble before Reese joined them....Genius does not have to come in large numbers.

[@Vnachi8]

J Gordon, you just ruined my day. I can’t believe for the life of me that I didn’t even consider SRV and Double Trouble. I can only use the excuse that SRV shined so bright, that he overshadowed Chris and Tommy, who themselves were outstanding musicians. If that excuse doesn’t work, I’ll use the technicality that they became a quartet when they added Reese Wynans on keyboard.

[@dgreene4234]

@@Vnachi8 Don't feel bad. I forgot about that too and probably for the same reasons. SRV is a god to me. I was so fortunate to be at his last two shows at Alpine Valley. He was taken from us waaaaay to soon.

[@Comrade.Question]

I really like how you do 4 songs in a row. Hate when I see a reaction channel do their first listen to a legendary band and pick some odd song that doesn't represent their sound. You get so much more out of it.

[@jamelakajamal]

👍🏾

[@wickedmirage]

He did it in the perfect way too. First two were lyric videos, next one he got to see them and then Live.

[@deborahphillips500]

Should wrap it up with the Subdivisions video.

[@RixCanDoit]

Back in the day when rock groups were rock groups and musicians were musicians. I'm so glad I lived through that era. :-)

[@seanmoloney7797]

Le Studeo in Morin Hts. Quebec where they recorded their album "Moving Pictures". RIP Neil Peart, a true legend and great man. 😥

[@petervachon6989]

In a video interview with George Strombolopolous, Neil indicated that the tracks were also done up at Ronnie Hawkins barn outside of Peterborough, ON.

[@Chevron.Muskoka]

@@petervachon6989 yeah but that place is haunted

[@petervachon6989]

@@Chevron.Muskoka That was then...You're probably talking about now being haunted.

[@Chevron.Muskoka]

@@petervachon6989 no that would be an asshole thing to say.

[@guym2222]

Police and many others - April Wine - recorded there.

[@stevegamez2825]

A legendary band no other like “RUSH”

[@tedharvick9010]

Dang, you're doing Rush?!? That's so cool. Geddy Lee is why I started playing the bass in Jr. High. You have to give Subdivisions a reaction, please.

[@checkyoself9]

Ted Harvick - ditto, every word. 🤘🏻🤓

[@PongGod]

And Limelight!

[@alainrobillard4300]

And "Red Barchetta"

[@watdafxup85]

O man i love subdivisions

[@cvn6555]

To me their one greatest song. Been trying to get it on drums for two years now. Got about 80% but Neil is so lightning fast and automatic that that's about all I'll get.

[@AdmiralKnight]

I don't think I've ever heard someone say 'Yeah that's what I thought he'd look like' when seeing Geddy Lee for the first time hah!

[@A_Treat]

Jamal probably has one of the most sincere reactions and honest evaluations I've ever seen. RUSH was awesome and the world is a better place because of them. RIP Professor 💝

[@Guiltless765]

Always have to respect someone who steps out of their comfort zone..

[@hoptopiah978]

#truth

[@timrscott]

Great Canadian artists! Geddy Lee is one of the best bassists in rock with a great voice. Neil Peart is definitely top3 best drummers and Alex Lifeson is a fantastic guitarist who should be high up on all the best rock guitarists list

[@seano2112]

Been listening to this tune for nearly 40 years and I ain't got bored of it yet. You got a lot of RUSH to keep you busy for a long time 😀

[@mikegoin6023]

Next might I suggest Rush "2112 Overture" 20 minutes of brilliance.

[@nwmonk3105]

Agreed, but that's a deep cut. Start with the more pop RUSH.

[@patrickarts9091]

Watch the video, it will help understand the song. And it id just plain cool.

[@jrogersdal]

@@patrickarts9091 agreed. It's like an animated comic book, very helpful.

[@blondelebanese9922]

2112 is one of my all time favs!

[@austinnorton7518]

@@dandiehm8414 Correct. The proper term would be "The 2112 Suite" A suite in music is a collection of short music pieces meant to be played one after the other.

[@ronzphotography3277]

If you like Neal Peart on drums, then you need to listen to Rush's YYZ.

[@jamelakajamal]

Check my Rush Playlist kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJmrZqiFqb6Nh8U

[@terrydishman8190]

@@jamelakajamal if music hits the soul just right, it doesnt matter what genre it is. Im white but I mostly listen to Zro and some other rappers. I was rockin NWA at 12 lol but I like music from all genres, even some bluegrass

[@BobBuilder-om4rd]

so sad about Neal... :(

[@ProfessorKitchen]

The very first concert I ever went to was Rush. Through all of the years and all of the bands, they still were the best live act. Hands down. No contest.

[@edgriffith952]

This song was recorded at Le Studio in Morin Heights, a small town just north of Montreal Quebec.

[@rt9372]

🇨🇦 ☝️

[@kevinrasch7815]

Sadly, this was reported on August 11, 2017: "A fire this morning has destroyed Le Studio, a historic recording studio nestled in Quebec's Laurentian Mountains, about 90 kilometres northwest of Montreal, whose legendary former clients include Rush, David Bowie and The Police."

[@chiefbrody75]

@@kevinrasch7815 Was not fully destroyed. Matter of fact, it is being restored at the moment. You can check the group out on FB, Le Studio Morin-Heights

[@CHAUNCEY.GARDNER.]

The Police recorded there to

[@yurioliveira494]

You've just found a pot of gold. Hours and hours of crazy good stuff to listen to. Enjoy.

[@miguelacosta5446]

facts

[@njords62]

These Canadians Rock - awesome watching someone experience them

[@darmy4643]

Arguably 3 of the best musicians of their respected field, I love Rush to no end Thanks for covering them because very few people do so thank you for the respect.

[@TheHommedefer]

I love watching someone listening to this kind of music for the first time and really UNDERSTANDING it. Rock isn't dead, maybe on hiatus, but not dead. The nuances in his playing make it an addictive listen.

[@keithrose4227]

"No his mind is not for rent, from any god or government " literally the best line ever spoken in a song ever

[@samculver9852]

Keith Rose Other Rush songs (Freewill, Hemispheres, The Pass, Entre Nous, Limelight, and LOSING IT) would beg to differ!

[@Bubblez68]

You can choose to not decide, but you still have made a choice

[@MW-yh9tm]

I’d also say “he’s old enough to choose what’s right, but young enough not to choose it” is pretty awesome too😬

[@dno4794]

I like glittering prizes endless compromises etc. Myself

[@evankeal]

@@Bubblez68 that one stuck with me, all of them mentioned thus far are memorable.

[@Gforceracing20]

Some of the movies that have used this song include The Waterboy (1998), Halloween (2007), and I Love You, Man (2009). TV shows include Freaks and Geeks (2000), The Sopranos (2007), Chuck (2008), and Fringe (2010). Also the entrance song for a few wrestlers. Please add 'Red Barchetta' to this Rush review.

[@jamelakajamal]

Water boy👍🏾

[@DarthRevan-lu6xp]

'Red Barchetta' is awesome, and I also suggest 'Red Sector A', 'The Trees', 'Nobody's Hero', 'Freewill', and 'La Villa Strangiato' (Live in Rio is my favorite version)

[@laurakali6522]

The drum kit in the garage on Freaks and Geeks. Reminded me of my musician friends in 1980...

[@johncampbell756]

@@laurakali6522 "Two more and I'll have a bigger kit than Neil Peart."

[@johncampbell756]

The plot of an episode of Chuck directly involves playing a video game to this song. Good times, except for the bombs involved.

[@bulcub]

Bro you are way latttteee! I was listning to Rush back in 1978!! Saw there first concert right after Van Halen performed back then! The Late Neil Peart blew everyone's ears out with the drumming alone. I own every album/cd they ever created!! and last saw them 7yrs ago here in LA and Neil Peart was still rocking 15.5 on the richtor scale drumming. I and my 2 older bros along with about 5 other brothers were the only black guys listning to them back then.

[@lizturner267]

At 14, without ID in 1974, I saw them first at the Horseshoe Tavern with their “new” drummer, the late, great Neil Peart. How blessed to come up in the YYZ with RUSH, the soundtrack to my life. I’m thrilled my kids joined the party early in their youth and love seeing new folks discover them! No matter how late to the party, what a party it is!

[@ronskii7437]

Morin Heights, Quebec, Canada. Le Studio. Beautiful all year in these skiing mountains

[@jeffreykeith6494]

I've been watching you for years now. Feels like hanging with an old friend. Thank you for that. Priceless.

[@KevinZ2269]

Neil man. Wow. This song never ceases to amaze me every time I hear it. How can someone be so Rock solid and busy at the same time ? Yet NEVER overplay ? His parts are so well constructed it’s just ridiculous. All I have to do to be re-inspired to play drums again is listen to this song.

[@pudder68]

After 50 years Rush finally hung up the instruments. No more touring. There induction to the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame was long overdue and one of the best inductions ever.

[@matthewdrake4385]

Blah blah blah says Alex Lifeson.

[@moderusprime]

Rush toured for 42 years, not 50. They were a band for 44 years.

[@matthewdrake4385]

Formed in 1968 broke up in 2018 per Wikipedia. That’s 50 years.

[@moderusprime]

@@matthewdrake4385 Official version formed in 1971 and concluded in 2015 the last night they were on stage. That's 44 years. Their first actual tour was in 1973. I'm not counting high school dances and local bar gigs as touring.

[@matthewdrake4385]

Mr Mordeus, where’s your sources? Their debut dropped in 1974. Their last live disc dropped last year. So even if you count that as their last official release, I could see how it could be 44 years.

[@nathanjohnson1948]

"Now we have to go back and live it all again, cause that was insane" Couldn't have said it better myself.

[@miket192]

Best band ever to me. I've been a fan since 1979. My first rush song i heard was bytor and the snowdog. And it was instant love from then on.

[@thegoblinsteed3558]

That song is Bad Ass.

[@apancher]

What's crazy is that their sound quality live is just as clean. Mind meltingly good.

[@marchavard2505]

They 're at the defunct Le Studio in Morin Heigths, Québec, Canada.

[@MichaelWellsMW]

I've been watching a bunch of these different videos today, with the passing of Neil Peart, and my subsequent KZbin browsing. And it's kind of like watching my kids discover awesome music all over again. I love the look on everyone's faces as they discover how absolutely epic bands like Rush and Pink Floyd are. Man, I don't have time to watch all of your videos before I leave, but I'm going to HAVE to come back and see your reaction to 'The Trees'. :-)

[@danmerchant6982]

The tightest most professional concert musicians I've ever seen. Also my ringtone! Rock & Roll!!!

[@bastidabogard]

That song is from the movie “I LOVE YOU MAN”

[@thehappycappy120]

Why couldn't those snot bags in the movie should have died not Neil

[@CALLMECRAZY69]

Slap the base man. LOL

[@anthonyburee650]

I smoked so much skunky weed to this song in 1981, that i still get a buzz today when i hear it.......legend!!

[@juliemills9643]

"Where are they?" Enjoying a well earned and deserved retirement

[@mindyposa5737]

they are at home in Toronto

[@itsmedigital]

They are recording in a studio in Morin Heights, quebec. An hour north of montreal

[@Shellacious]

Adam Phillips Neil hung up his sticks..

[@itsmedigital]

@@Shellacious Yes indeed. For that video though I was referring to.

[@BeeRich33]

@@mindyposa5737 Geddy is still in Rosedale, Alex bought a condo sight-unseen on Bloor St (he even got the building wrong and didn't know where he had bought...hilarious), and Neil is in LA with his new wife.

[@johnnyriverarodriguez5283]

Just think Jamal, Rush made those same musical transitions LIVE. And never missed a beat.

[@shinykamon188]

not necessarily true, theres a video somewhere of alex smith missing a transition and neal peart catching him and correcting him with the beat.. its easy as hell to miss

[@johnnyriverarodriguez5283]

It goes to show that by actually playing instruments they can cover up mistakes. I know they never made one all the times I saw them live.

[@shinykamon188]

@@johnnyriverarodriguez5283 i just love how in sync they were with each other that they could do that

[@johnnyriverarodriguez5283]

Absolutely. Especially with all the tempo changes in their songs. If you listen, even the simple sounding songs had some weird and constant time signature changes. RUSH is a band!!!

[@troubleondemand7703]

The are at a recording studio in Morin Heights, Quebec, Canada where they recorded this album. I used to work there!

[@jasonwilliams6005]

LeStudio!

[@ianmitnick8245]

cool!! do you have cool photos of it??

[@troubleondemand7703]

@@ianmitnick8245 Sadly no. It was one of my first jobs and I was young. There is a ton of info online. There has been on ongoing effort to try and get the studio up and going again but I don't think they have had much success.

[@jillybean3688]

@@troubleondemand7703 seems quite remote and maybye not convenient to get to, Maybye that's why it stopped getting used.

[@genedrakes686]

So I guess you get the " Play that Diane Sawyer song " quote? So cool that Alex has a great sense of humor!

[@4EClark]

I love that you love this song. I was a huge Rush fan. Glad to hear them again!

[@johnbotica7136]

They retired. They were on the road for 40 years. Two of the guys would probably keep playing. The drummer is really the guy who pulled the plug. He lost his wife and child in a horrible accident and spent a year driving his motorcycle around Canada,Mexico and the USA. You should read the book that deals with that journey.

[@skidart9063]

It was in the Adam Sandler movie "the waterboy "

[@jamelakajamal]

👍🏾

[@bethannprather1462]

I feel you're very honest in your reviews and I've enjoyed watching you discover rock. Not only do you appreciate the "voice" of a group... The instruments too. Fun watching a true music lover dig into music you've never known.

[@jamelakajamal]

Yeah this has been kinda life changing for me lol I have a whole new respect for the art

[@bethannprather1462]

@@jamelakajamal that's amazing...truly. I'm a little different. I've listened to everything from folk music to rap and everything in between. And what you're discovering like I did is... Everyone has something pretty deep or meaningful to say. It's just that they pick different platforms to do it. If you love music... You'll "get it" no matter what you listen to. If you ever get the chance... Listen to Phish "Coconuts" (album version). You haven't listened to anyone like them I promise. But you'll get a huge response I guarantee! There's still "Phisheads" out there!

[@garettbauer373]

At the end of The Waterboy when Bobby shows up at the stadium with his Mama.

[@whyme3904]

Back when you Actually had the play an instrument to make music.

[@robr135]

I am sad that you never dug deep enough in rock, or metal, to see real music is still played and more bands doing it than ever. Blame mainstream media for pushing it underground in favor of simple money making pop but thanks to hundreds of channels, forums, and places like bandcamp catering heavy to rock/metal music you just have not been paying attention.

[@darrenmcgovern1969]

@@robr135 Well said. I just wish more real music from amazing artists was played on the radio. It seems video did indeed kill the radio star.

[@evanscritchfield2663]

The movie “I Love You, Man” w/ Paul Rudd and Jason Segel. One of their themes in the movie is their mutual love for Rush.

[@mikepilley6611]

Slappin' da baayuss!

[@Leshen_]

You never heard of rush!? Rush!? Exit the warrior today's Tom soyeeeeee!?

[@sinistersparky9657]

I once had a girlfriend who didn’t like Rush. Damn, I should have known 🤜🏼🤦‍♂️ what a waste of 5 years 🤯 I’m not sure if that’s a thing but 🤜🏼🤦‍♂️ is self-face-punch

[@Smedley61]

I think Neal Peart has said this is one of the most difficult songs he has ever drummed to.

[@kingleunitas5920]

Yup, he created a monster to play live! Most underrated band of all time!

[@SoCal780]

Yes he once said that it’s very difficult to play (which it is!) but when he plays it well it always makes him feel good because it’s so hard to play well.

[@MadTheDJ]

This was shot at the same studio where they recorded the album, Le Studio, outside Morin Heights, Quebec, Canada, which is fairly remote. The studio is sadly closed and abandoned now, but in its heyday a lot of classic albums got made there. Rumor has it that Steven Page, formerly of Barenaked Ladies, owns the mixing console now. The place had cabins on the grounds for the artists and crew to stay at, with cross country skiing in the winter and other outdoor things to do in the summer. Neil Peart, the drummer, has written often and fondly of the band's days spent recording several albums there. They were big believers in "getting away" to work, as you say, isolating themselves to focus on creating. Rural settings were quite agreeable to them. You should check out their "Limelight" and "Vital Signs" videos, both from the same album as "Tom Sawyer," and both shot at Le Studio, as well.

[@thehappycappy120]

Check out Peart with his drums on a raft floating around in the water in the country wow had the concert program with that pic simply awesome

[@redstarmn9308]

The second he realized, it's Canadian nerds playing this great music lol

[@LiveMusicOntario]

Yeah. What's with that? LOL. One guy writing music, playing two keyboards, bass guitar, Taurus pedals and singing. I love the online comparison someone made of Geddy Lee on stage and someone boasting about sampling and making their own beats.

[@bobthebear1246]

So happy to finally catch your reaction to this amazing song. 😍 Rush was one of the most talented bands of all-time.

[@canadianhienz57]

Bought this album in 9th grade because I was fortunate enough to have radio play THIS. As a kid you hear the genius but make assumptions that all bands can be this good. I’m 53 now and still have this in my play list with a mix of music that held up over the past 40 years including new stuff. If your musical foundation is cemented with high-quality musicianship and lyrics that mean something, you a the rest of your life to appreciate what you’re given. Your reactions are heartfelt and you’re a wonderful young man for introducing many to greats songs from the past. If I could ask a favour, what would you recommend from your repertoire that will introduce me and the other middle-aged folks to something that has influenced you? Keep up the great vids - you’re a treasure! Peace from Canada

[@paranoidrodent]

That song is from the youth of every Canadian kid who grew up in the 1980s. Heard them play it live in the nation's capital on their last album tour. Tom Sawyer was the finale and it was utterly surreal.

[@dinohalupa3955]

They've been my favorite band for over 40 years. People in the biz know, but the general public has never realized just how great Alex Lifeson is. Peart has always got his well deserved accolades, and Geddy is as unique as it gets, but Alex slays me. As others have stated, watching someone new experience it is a great pleasure to us long time fans.

[@SoCal780]

That’s why I clicked on this video, just to see his reaction! I truly enjoyed it! Great music is great music, it doesn’t matter who you are or what you grew up listening to. I’m not into opera at all, but whenever I hear Luciano Pavoratti sing, I know it is pure greatness and I appreciate it.

[@matthewgeissinger2856]

Correct with the Lifeson comment. He is so underrated. He is one of the greats.

[@beadybaby]

@@matthewgeissinger2856 like Nuno Bettencourt. Criminally underrated!

[@ianjohnson171]

It's in the “I love you man” movie with Paul Rudd and it's also in a South Park episode

[@skeletor8212]

It’s also in Waterboy

[@RobertLeBlancPhoto]

Also in an episode of Goldbergs.

[@jn1mrgn]

The song is also in an episode of Family Guy.

[@markr8077]

Slap the bass

[@SuperKnuckels]

And Futurama

[@DragonflyenAmber]

Some of the movies that have used this song include The Waterboy (1998), Halloween (2007), and I Love You, Man (2009). TV shows include Freaks and Geeks (2000), The Sopranos (2007), Chuck (2008), and Fringe (2010)

[@VANISHTHEWEAK]

They are all great individually and the Best together. We are lucky that we have video, recorded music to see and listen to so many artist.

[@wiseonelol25]

The reason they retired a few years ago was only because Neil Peart has physcial health issues that prevent him from playing Rush material, which requires a different level of physical fitness! Neil himself said if he were playing Charlie Watts drums keeping the beat for the Rolling Stones, he could play forever! lol Peart has not just retired from the band, but retired from drumming altogether! I have no doubt though, that we will hear new material from Geddy and Alex in the future. Alex also has some arthritis he deals with but he can still do it!

[@0okamino]

I recall Alex also mentioning in some article or interview that he was tired of being in a band at this point. Geddy has said of himself that he's not done, and even if it's not with Rush, he plans to keep making music.

[@bigstevebaker]

This is at their recording studio in Canada. Rush just freaking rocks!!!!

[@RobotChampionSC]

I really enjoy music bringing people together

[@juliosantos9289]

It''s amazing to me I still enjoy music I jammed out to in the 80's. This music never gets old.

[@Neilfrozn]

The first time I saw them was in 1980. Went with a friend, but didn't really know their music very much. By the end of the concert, I was hooked! Had all of their albums within 2 weeks. 2112 is still my all time favorite!

[@Squirrelconga]

The song that single handedly got me interested in other forms of music other than metal. RIP Mr. Peart 🙏

[@mjy]

It was on the soundtrack to Small Soldiers, too.

[@rickpoissant7344]

St-Sauveur, Québec Canada is where they recorded this song and lots of their older songs. The Studio has burnt down since. Thanks for the reaction my friend. Please go for The "Garden".

[@SoCal780]

Good man! I just recommended “The Garden” in my reply to a comment above. I’m listening to it right now! Great song!!!

[@airhockeycanada]

Actually, it's at Le Studio in Morin-Heights, Québec, Canada.

[@dirkworld]

@@airhockeycanada correct. as were a lot of their records. In the middle of nature. on a lake . the studio was abandoned is now reopening as a museum.

[@aprilfletcher4784]

Thank you for that! Haven't listened to Rush in a minute. They're all amazing musicians. Neil Peart has always been one of my favorite drummers. So glad you checked them out and dug 'em!

[@stevetinsley7696]

This reaction made me so happy. It's just a joy to see someone with personality enjoy that for the first time. I'm going to watch all of your stuff now!

[@trublue807]

Rest in peace Neil!! Nothing but the utmost respect from the entire planet!!!!

[@dakotashea3561]

“He looks exactly like I thought he’d sound”. Brilliant hahaha

[@nobody6803]

RUSH = LEGEND , HALL OF FAME , WORLD'S BEST DRUMMER...

[@tiogeekstein1831]

AND this is the reaction video that made this old nerd click that subscribe video. Dude...much love for these RUSH reactions. Seeing your face when guitarist hits his solo, then feeling that Bass groove, then that body-nodding when the Drum beat comes back after the instrumental. THAT...is the Power of Music, man. This jam has been in Hella movies & tv shows. (The Waterboy, Ready Player One, I Love You Man are few movies that come to mind immediately). YO, I wasn't expecting you to go Back to the beginning of the instrumental jam during this reaction. I was almost Late coming back from my break at work. HaHaa!! Many thank yous!

[@standing0]

@ 4:31 They are in a magical Canadian snow cabin where musical prowess provides the coziness & warmth.

[@anthonytauriello4975]

Watch them live to understand just how talented and the level of musicianship

[@kingleunitas5920]

Most underrated band of all time!

[@sean_b_drummer]

Bro, you've gotta check out the guys performing, Xanadu LIVE '81 from Exit, Stage Left Tour. It's phenomenal!

[@TheBsnook]

Yes, this is a must!

[@keyonkelly5693]

One of the best live performances of Xanadu and La Villa Strangatio

[@monicamerrem]

Absolutely

[@sandrawehrley4212]

I love your videos so much!! Thank you for your literal honest reactions🤘🏼

[@jaapplespo4940]

Being from the north and growing up on Rush I find these vids too funny man! And enjoyable to see others first time hearing THE power trio. No better three musicians to rock, write and live together.