Rush ~ Xanadu ~ Exit Stage Left [1981] The Wolf HunterZ Reactions

[@MrRudedog61]

RUSH making other bands say W.T.F. since 1974

[@snowdog5895]

Best comment EVER!!!! 😂😂😂

[@tomvodicka2307]

Right on Point..RUSH FAMILY!!!

[@jknld100]

I can't up vote that statement enough.

[@TheCanuck1962]

@@kissdude69 Where do you think they got their inspiration?

[@cjayhorton6356]

They are the definition of multitasking.

[@countroshculla]

The magic of Rush. There will never ever be such a band on earth.

[@baumi-metal9123]

Totally right!

[@Scotch_N_Drums]

No, there won’t. But we have them forever.

[@motorlife7037]

never

[@jimmyj38]

When Neil died I was epically sad. Been a fan for 30 years, and was Lucky enough to see them twice.

[@motorlife7037]

@@jimmyj38 you are lucky, I never saw them , and ive beem to toronto several times

[@joshuaboudreau5258]

Dont you wish we had this talent today? My god what a treat. Thank you 😊

[@mmitchell6570]

3 artist that absolutely mastered their respective crafts

[@PaulScherdell]

Rush is another level.

[@sammyinbrooklyn]

That’s why they could never be categorized. I’m 53 and they’ve been with me since I’m 13 or 14. The only reason I have any smarts is due to Neil Peart. He made me open books to figure out their lyrics. RIP Neil

[@GEDDY37]

Lol me too

[@sureimhappy]

@@sammyinbrooklyn yep, me too, I’m 59 and all the worlds a stage was the album, I’d been goofing around with guitar for a few years and hearing Alex on that album made me want to get serious, not that I’ve done anything great with it, but it’s kept me going through all the crap that life can throw at you

[@sammyinbrooklyn]

@@sureimhappy funny you said that. My uncle has a country place no no no lol. My uncle gave me an old warped acoustic guitar. I spotted it up in a closet. But no internet to learn. We were too poor for lessons. Not even one or two to get me going. So it sat in my room, warped and untouched. I found out later, in my mid twenties, after my mother’s death, how it broke her heart not to be able to afford those lessons. She was writing a lawyer trying to get more child support. Well I bought an acoustic this year and I’m concentrating on KZbin lessons. I’ll play something cohesive before I die. ❤️

[@rachidbenkada4060]

The Best band in the galaxy.

[@christopherdavis1156]

The story goes that Eddie VanHalen was once asked what it was like to be the greatest guitar player. He said "I don't know. Ask Alex Lifeson."

[@aquaticborealis4877]

Jaw dropping performance. Absolutely gobsmacked.

[@brettbrinkman4387]

My 1st time seeing RUSH, Moving Pictures Tour. 3 guys. They are creating every sound and note. RIP Neil Peart. God bless Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee. So glad my parents let me go to these shows at such a young age!!

[@bobryczak6018]

This could be the greatest live performance of all time. These guys are incredible. Seen them live twice and was graced to spend this time with them. I am a drummer and Neil was my biggest influence. He was truly the PROFESSOR. Got on the Rush bus 45 years ago and cant seem to get off. Amazing.

[@rimskykorsakov2892]

Not could be it is. Plain and simple.

[@aerialarboreal9005]

This was recorded at Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto and I’m one of the 16000 people screaming in the background!! My claim to fame! I’m forever on a Rush record!!!

[@RobertBreedon-c3b]

Thought it was in Montreal

[@williamsilverstein346]

First time seeing in 75 they opened for Kiss . The next day I ran out and purchased Fly by Night

[@steveb6386]

@@williamsilverstein346 And the story goes the fans preferred Rush over Kiss!

[@thecoolhatdude]

If this isn’t one of the best live performances of a single song then I don’t know what is!

[@matthewbundesman4724]

3 guys.....just 3 guys......brings a tear to my eye everytime I watch this just witnessing the passion they have.

[@RoarOfWolverine]

I’ve seen them play this many times live. I went to 32 Rush concerts over the decades. I first saw them in 1980 on their Permanent Waves tour and never missed a tour after that. Xanadu, like La Villa Strangiato are two songs they always played. Seeing them play this song live was always huge. Geddy singing, shredding the bass while playing keyboards with his hands and feet’s is unbelievable. All good things must come to and end and there will be no more Rush tours. It makes me sad, but what makes me sadder is all of the young people discovering Rush for the first time on KZbin and will never get to experience them live. That has to be the saddest part of all. Every Rush concert I went to was the best concerts I have ever seen. I was lucky to be coming up at the time that so many of these classic rock legends were around, but no other group played to the perfection that these three men did. Supreme attention to every detail of each song. Playing for up to three hours per night, Rush dropped having any opening acts because they wanted to give their fans a full show and it was marvelous. I saw many great bands open for them, like Primus, Mr. Big, Candle Box and Tommy Shaw, but after their 5 year break because of Neil’s family tragedy, they came back with Vapor Trails and that was the first concert they had no opening act for. Prior to that, they’d play for two full hours, but getting three hours of Rush was orgasmic. Neil’s drum solo was always the highlight of every show. It should be because half the audience were drummers, air drumming to every song.

[@stevekanakanui7033]

OH SHIT !!!...as a member of the Nightwish Army..and i love them with all my Heart but before NW and Jinjer and Wintersun ..and all the others ... THERE WAS RUSH !!!...Their music transcends time ...GREAT REACTION GUYS .. You think Nightwish has a big Army ..wait till the RUSH Army shows up ...HAH !!

[@2727rogers]

Same here. Love Nightwish but I will always have a place in my heart and soul for Rush.

[@vstarflies]

Ditto! Bought my first Rush album in 1981 - Moving Pictures. Still have it and it’s relatively scratch free considering it’s nearly 40 years old with thousands of plays. I have close to the entire discography on vinyl.

[@SandraNelson063]

Hey, class acts are class acts. You can love all of them!!!

[@TheWolfHunterZ]

oh yea... didnt know that, thats cool.

[@Bethuriel]

@@TheWolfHunterZ So do I NW is great, Rush as well, in a very diferent region of the universe of music.

[@imarushfan]

I hope you both keep reviewing Rush videos. You’re about to go on one hell of a musical journey.

[@2ndmachine620]

Absolutely

[@kevinz8930]

Seeing a Rush concert was magical.

[@johnhitchens2265]

If the other two weren't the best in the world at their jobs, Alex would be seen as a guitar god. Instead he is "Oh, and Alex is good too". I saw them do this live on the "Signals" tour - just unbelievable

[@GenXDaddyO]

He can shred with the best of them but what really makes him so incredible is the wide variety of textures, tones and rhythms he weaves in and out of their songs. He sometimes makes sounds you just can’t believe come out of a guitar. The most under appreciated guitarist in rock imho.

[@LyonHall1]

Alex is criminally underrated for his ability.

[@lvgelfling72]

I know right?! Who wants to be compared to the other two guys in the band... Both arguably two of the most influential in their field among musicians today... I mean, even Geddy gets overshadowed by Neil (the new guy, lol). Crazy musicianship, always raising the bar, and challenging each other so they became better musicians. True friendships with these three, over 45 years of music and they were still getting better... How was that possible... R40 was bittersweet, but was lucky enough to see them in three cities that tour ..sniff sniff.. Their comradery, musicianship and true silliness will be missed most by me. I mean who else roasts chickens or dries their clothes during a concert (so spinal tap of them, lol)?? Lol. Such a huge library of beautifully written songs... Lyrics are thought provoking and the music drives whatever emotion of the story they are telling. Almost every song gives eargasms... It's easier for me to say what songs I don't care for in their collection rather than listing out my favorites... And really only one I would pass on..

[@winstonlane708]

Incorrect...Alex is a guitar god Period

[@racetime1960]

Agree, Alex is very under appreciated.

[@Z1Hellrider]

Rush were always perfect, they were Masters of their craft, and are now Legend !!

[@tonyarmes66]

The only thing I love more than watching Rush videos is watching other people watching Rush videos. Huge fan since 1982.

[@FUBAR1986]

I was hooked on them when the 2112 album came out and myself and my brothers listen to the whole thing start to finish… Vinyl parties, baby .

[@jimscott2560]

I was 17 years old in 1978 and I witnessed this song live . Changed my life forever. Best band ever👍🇨🇦

[@yankeerepairs]

Best trio to ever make music.... So, that right there, is how you go on to sell 40+ million albums, 24 gold, 14 platinum, & 3 multi-platinum records. They are masters at their craft... RIP Neil Peart 🥁 (the Professor) --- it's a wonderful rabbit hole to dive into.... I always enjoy your thoughtful, and light hearted reactions ! RUSH Army, shall soon invade these comments...FYI 🤘

[@TheWolfHunterZ]

wow

[@lvgelfling72]

For sure! Now they've done it. We are a bunch of weirdos for sure.. but we are all really friendly...lol

[@ericswannie2504]

My favorite Rush song! RIP Neil Peart. "For I will dine on honeydew and drink the milk of paradise."

[@WakefieldTolbert]

He is now the Immortal Man...

[@cbf63]

Whoever edited and produced this video did an exceptional job, every cut is where it should be...Amazing!... can't improve it... Perfecto! 👌

[@chrisandersen5635]

There are bands, no disrespect meant, who don’t have as many musical ideas across many albums as this band has in this one song. Glad you enjoyed.

[@steelydan5501]

The best song they ever did drums, bass, guitar, vocals! Amazing!

[@Mattyjs100]

You got 3 generational musician's in the same band. All 3 of them are at the top on their instruments. Amazing band.

[@RaymondBCrisp]

The whole song in general, but especially Alex Lifeson's solo at the end...EARGASM!!!

[@JohnnyMegabyteCanada]

Geddy switched to guitar on the double neck during the guitar solo until the end

[@dannymcglone7430]

So overlooked.I think Alex is too 5 of all time

[@davidkneitel1840]

Hi, I just came here to see people crush on Rush, and I'm not disappointed. I love seeing people fall in love with their messiahship. I've loved them big time since 1981.

[@donaldgregg9250]

1981.....can you believe it, 1981, the year I graduated from high school, and already then of 4 years listening to Rush! Your reactions are EPIC 🙂

[@shaunbourque9212]

You two are to embark on the journey of RUSH. The best band ever. For only 3 guys, and the music that they make is incredible. I've seen them 139 times in concert. They are the best. Bar none... m

[@bpdinmylifeapersonaldailyc6533]

Being 3 guy's from Northern Ontario. Canadian but not recognized enough. We RUSH FANS are a loyal bunch. Also we know about the band and it's member's. Geddy Lee , the lead singer, base and piano or keyboards, Alex Lifeson lead guitar and Neil on they drums. Neil is the Lyricist and wrote most of the songs. Geddy's parents survived ww2 in concentration camps..Neil Peart passed away in January of this year of brain Cancer. He had a daughter and on her way to college in Ottawa, Canada she flipped her jeep and died, 10 months later his wife was diagnosed with terminal cancer. So he lost everything in 2 years. His name THE PROFFECER is what they call him. A person explained it as now that you've jumped down the Rush Rabbit Hole your in for a wild ride.. Awsome reactions. I also had many friend who played your style of music and i enjoy it. Ya i'm 50 but i was blessed to see Rush 4 times in my teenage years, Metallica when it was the original base player and they where probably 20 and i was 16 , they where still small and i saw them in a 1\4 filled small stadium in Vancouver B.C. Loved growing up in that time...saw lots of bands. Another great reaction. Thanks

[@markferrett700]

Rush are quite simply masters of their art.......pure genius.

[@Steve_Blackwood]

Thanks for doing this, guys. Been listening to Rush for 40 years, and Xanadu never gets old. If you wanna see Alex (the guitarist) lose his ever-loving mind, watch Working Man from the Time Machine Tour (live in Cleveland). You won’t believe your eyes and ears.

[@TheWolfHunterZ]

hmmmmm

[@blazingsaddle166]

@@TheWolfHunterZ Seriously - this will blow your mind.

[@lewisbernstein4272]

Seriously though - Time Machine's version of Working Man. This recording of Xanadu was done in 1981 when they were ~28 years old. It's great, but they only became better. Time Machine was tour they did in 2010-2011 and they had ditched their opening acts at that point and played 'Evening with Rush' style and Working Man is the last encore at the end of a 2 hr. 45 min. set. They were each about 57 years old at this point. Working Man was their very first single in 1974 (when they were 21) and they updated it for the tour and KILL it. The long epic of Xanadu is fun, but they also finally figured out the 4-5 minute song thing too. The Spirit of Radio or Freewill (Ooooo, the live version of Freewill also from Time Machine is stunning) are great examples of their ability to write shorter, radio friendly material while still destroying it. Hopefully this isn't the end of your Rush journey. 19 albums, 40 millions copies sold, first album in 1974, last studio album in 2012, last live album in 2015. Such a deep archive to explore!!!

[@trainguy1017]

Lerxst was KILLING IT on that one! The most under rated guitarist in rock music.

[@MrTech226]

@@lewisbernstein4272 I was at their concert stop in 2010 on Oct. 2 held in West Palm Beach during this tour. Neil, Geddy , and Alex rocked the house at that amphitheater that night.

[@shaunbourque9212]

They are so so incredibly awesome. Hope to see so many more of your reactions to RUSH. THANKS...

[@deborahreynolds9792]

Imagine being a 15-year-old watching this LIVE, IN CONCERT. I remember every second. Even all the hours in the hot sun waiting by the door so we could get a good seat. AND WE DID. They are soooooo good. Just like Pink Floyd concert, they put you into a trance. Well, at least the ones like me who really appreciated true musicians. If only we could go back.

[@stephenroe201]

I am 54 and its great to see your reactions are the same as mine when a friend lent me 2112 Rush and listening on headphones for the first time ,life long fan since and had the pleasure of seeing them 8 times the first being on this very tour .Happy listening guys.

[@adamjoffe9521]

"There's 3 people in this band"...that was GREAT! Said with such disbelief because it doesn't seem possible....AWESOME.

[@mrichards6795]

Great reaction! Three of the best musicians you will ever hear in rock. Thanks for this one.

[@Charles53412]

It always amazes me to see younger musicians be blown away by RUSH ! RUSH is/was the most Technical, Compositional, Orchestrated 3 piece progressive rock band ever !!! PERIOD !!!!

[@grboden]

I’m not big on Astronomy, but the day that these three incredibly schooled and talented musicians got together, the stars had to be in absolutely perfect alignment for something to be as beautiful as what they do

[@mettall1981]

For my 19th birthday 1981, my brother and sister bought me a ticket to see them in Mobile Alabama Civic Center. She lived in Mobile so in April I drove over from Fort Walton Beach Florida to see RUSH in support of Moving Pictures album with special guest Max Webster. Water and waited for my sister to get ready. We arrived at Mobile Civic Center just minutes before the show was to start. Me, my sister and her husband and my brother strolled up to the gate so they could get their tickets. Then we hear 2112 intro. I told my sister and brother that I would meet them back at the car after the show. Max Webster broke up an hour before show time so RUSH performed the entire 3 hours with just a 30 minute break. You know you are on top of your game when you can play songs that you hand not played in many years and never f**k up. That show was epic. Then for another birthday, I saw RUSH with Tommy Shaw of Styx as special guest on my birthday on February 19 in Pensacola Florida. Another epic show.

[@SomeoneElse-gv4pk]

Growing up as both a drummer and a huge Rush fan, my set is 27 pieces. Can't imagine where that inspiration came from

[@lankylankster7148]

These guys pushed more buttons than all worldwide public servants combined - EVER! Yet another display of the MAJESTY that (was) Rush and a grand, almighty tribute to the prototypical awesomeness associated with POWER TRIOS! Long live legacy of RUSH! Their like will remain as unequaled forevermore!!!! LL

[@loisr3970]

I just love it you guys get it..... You get pulled in just waiting for what's next. The change-ups it's like a ride your so happy you went on. 40 + years still touches me every time..... keep checkin out the old bands Cheers

[@dawn6320]

I was 13 when My Ears heard this Perfection. I'm Now ALMOST 52 An I am Still IN LOVE with what Journey these 3 Men took my Life On to this Day. I'm Loving your reaction to RUSH. I'm a definite Subscriber / Follower !

[@MrFrikkenfrakken]

Glad to see you all getting a taste of one of the truly virtuoso bands of our time. Quite a bit of the time Alex (gtr) played bass pedals while Geddy played the keys and some guitar of his own. They did it their way and developed one of the most loyal fan bases in music. While the style of music might not be in your wheelhouse Rush devised amazing compositions and performed them with heart and precision. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@porridgeandbananas]

The best live performance of any song by any band ever. No question.

[@russellboynton9153]

The thing I have always found about Rush,people either Love them or Hate them. The first time I really paid attention and heard Rush for the great musicians they are and were( rip neil) I was an immediate and lifelong fan.

[@thisthat3179]

Man, RUSH was the best. Rock on a whole different level. I saw them perform this live, in 1980 during the Permanent Waves Tour, Xanadu was part of their set. I Miss RUSH and now Neil is gone, so there will be no reunion gigs. So sad. 😢

[@dragonfire1842]

RUSH just amazing performers! Intricate with every sound.

[@kevinturner9549]

There's three people in this band, with a look of bewilderment. No better statement of the talent before us!

[@KennethStCyr-dv6cm]

I have this in VHS tape...seen it a million times...never gets old!

[@sqr2024]

LOL the old VHS tapes.

[@1639danmcc]

Another spine-tingling performance by Rush...

[@LirienNieve]

I had the pleasure of seeing them THREE times and they were in credible each time. RIP Neil Peart.

[@dmack77442]

Enjoyed that. As a lifelong Rush fan, I love seeing people experience them for the first time. Alex doesn’t get the credit he deserves as a monster guitar player, which happens when your band mates are the best rock drummer ever (RIP Professor) and one of the two or three best bass players in the world. You are in for an amazing journey as you go down the Rush and Tool worm holes. I look forward to watching it. As someone else mentioned, watch Working Man from the Time Machine tour, live.

[@deanbrunner261]

Saw them in 78 in Boise ID best show I've ever seen..how can three guys make sounds that 20 couldn't reproduce

[@Ghoulstille]

Geddy plays Bass, Guitar, Moog, Bass Pedal's, Keyboards and Synths as well as Singing. and he did it like that from around 1976 until 2015. Crazy Talented.

[@leheme]

There is no rock band that tells stories as Rush did. All the ambiances, textures, and all the narrative that these three guys do with their music is just perfect. Art in its purest form.

[@specwar64]

On Christmas day of 1976,i get a call from my friend Bob down the street,telling me that i need to come over,so i say ok. Get there a bit later,and we go upstairs,and he's showing me the shit he got for Christmas. One of his gifts was 2112,so he spools it up,and from the first note,i was mesmerized,so at the end of sideA,i look at the album cover,and i was blown away that it was just 3 guys who made this record,and ive been listening ever since. The Exit Stage Left tour was the first time i saw them at,what was then,the Brendan Byrne Arena in East Rutherford,NJ. Rush is one of those bands that you have to sort of "get",if you will. They're not for everyone,but Pearts lyrics have something that will resonate with just about anyone,if you listen close,and can get the message he's trying to relay.

[@bryanedmonds5943]

Saw this live in 81. Never ever gets old. Love Rush. Favorite band period

[@markmcgehee118]

Just an FYI for you. Alex had a double necked 12 string over 6 string guitar. Geddy had a bass over a 12 string guitar. Due to the camera work, when Alex was doing his ending outro on the 6 string , Geddy was on his 12 string and using bass foot pedals.

[@darrenhopson9550]

Just Remember both guitar players are playing keyboards with their feet during a lot of those songs.. These guys are so awesome!!!

[@kevincowan1913]

No shit , perfection ❤ I used to tell my band " When we hear it we'll know " And we did a couple of times . There's nothing as beautiful. That's why we make music .

[@johndahlstrom6282]

Alex's guitar is the perfect blend of know-how and emotion. Its perfect!

[@herbhill7591]

Rush! Canada makes more than maple syrup and hockey players. I grew up on this stuff. My hometown band. 😁

[@FatsDominic]

My hometown band too! I'm from upstate NY, but everyone calls me Canadian because I'm not from the city. I take it as a compliment because of Rush!

[@nightHawk66]

Don´t forget Saga! :)

[@hmohns7035]

@@FatsDominic I hear ya good sir welcome to the family :)

[@hmohns7035]

@@nightHawk66 Yes another awesome band from Canada but I am biased :)

[@nightHawk66]

April Wine is from Canada? Great band!

[@nicklevitt6395]

Words cannot describe how brilliant RUSH were in 1981

[@jackteppo9633]

The best in our lifetime. Hands down. R.I.P Neil Peart. Love you guys. Miss the album's when I just wondered what it would sound like. Never disappointed.

[@charge416]

Rush is the greatest band of all time. No contest. Just about everything available for listening today is either directly or indirectly inspired by them. They're your favourite band's favourite band.

[@jeffkemper7920]

To put it simply, Rush is not only the greatest 3 piece band of all time, but in my top three as the greatest band of all time. Virtuosos of their instruments, each and every one. Rest in peace Neil, your drumming will go on for eternity. Thank you Canada, for sharing them with the world.

[@RyneMurray23]

I think they are at least in the top 5 of greatest bands. Amazing

[@Kotic1959]

What a band the best drummer in the world , a top 5 bassist and the most underrated guitar player in the world. Big sound from so few. Seen them 9 times at my high school in 74 before Neil. Should have seen them more. Canada Rocks!!!!!! Glockenspiel, bell towers, triangles, temple blocks, bells like a full orchestra.

[@jona.874]

The drummer, Neal Peart, was their lyricist... and a legend for his unexpectedly intellectual lyrics - he loved Science Fiction and literature in general, and their songs show that.

[@LastCallAgain]

{{Looking at 1981 Neil's kit}} Wow, that's a lot of drums... 2000's Neil: "Yeah, I remember that starter kit fondly."

[@stewartcooke217]

LaVilla Strangiato a time signature instrumental masterpiece.

[@paulhabat7746]

Nobody was even doing anything,like it,, and today,, still paves the road!! Timeless,, and Epic!!

[@paulhabat6338]

While GEDDY is playing the bass and singing he's also playing the Taurus pedals. Top that folks!

[@pepper1046]

We should all strive to have the friendships these 3 band mates did for over 40 years

[@CLanzetta1970-]

Make no mistake about it…..when musicians talk about other musicians, you talk Rush….Geddy, Alex and Neil or your just talking about average players. Welcome to the crème da La crème! Musicians musicians! This is why you enjoy it so much, because you truly understand what it’s taking to do what they do. MUSICANS understand it more then the average fan……❤❤❤❤!

[@33kcoff]

Beautifully done and Rush is incredible 3 man show. Hall of fame should be ashamed.

[@z-man2343]

Saw them on this tour in 1980 in Rochester, NY. Forty freakin' years ago, and to this day I haven't seen a better show. Yeah, they were that good.

[@AdmiralKnight]

Neil gets out of his seat more in this song than most drummers do their entire sets

[@TheWolfHunterZ]

that is soo cool

[@jonsaylor756]

Been listening to RUSH since 1978. Exit Stage Left was my first concert. Never missed a RUSH concert after that. Watching thise three play live and hearing all their great songs was totally awesome.

[@jeraldkimball494]

Could you imagine what any of these instruments would go for now on the auction block just because they were used by these guys??

[@johnord684]

Its pretty cool to know that the 3 greatest musicians in their respective field just happened to be in the same band.The world is 4.5 billion years old and i am so glad i was around at the right time to see Rush not just on this tour but every one from 78 :)

[@mkg59]

I've seen this video at least 50 times and it never gets old. I really enjoy watching others react to this. To see the sense of amazement on their faces is proof enough that Rush took a back seat to nobody. It saddens me when I realize we will never see their brilliance again.

[@santyrush]

My fav song.. I saw Rush in 90, and other concerts, now... I can die in peace!

[@alicatosbourne3566]

Being one of Those Concert addicts, Rush was always on My Itinerary when they would come around My neck of the woods. I loved them so much especially Live, that when My Son was old enough to drag him along with Me to the shows, these Fellas were always My Favorite to Share with Him. Memories created that will Forever be Imbedded & relived in Our Hearts and Minds with every song. Saddened I will never see them Live again, but Blessed that I can Honestly say that countless times I/We had. Rest In Peace Professor

[@garylagstrom3864]

RUSH IS: Geddy Lee - Bass guitars, Oberheim polyphonic; OB-X; Mini-Moog; and Taurus pedal Synthesizers, vocals Alex Lifeson - Six and twelve string electric and acoustic guitars, Taurus Pedals Neil Peart - Drums kit, timbales, gong bass drums, orchestra bells, glockenspiel, wind chimes, bell tree, tubular bells, crotales, cowbells, plywood, tympani, and Gong!

[@SandraNelson063]

These guys are ICONS in Canada. Along with The Tragically Hip. They have the status of GODS. We have lost Neal and Gord, but the legends linger.

[@TheMightyOdin]

And we lost them to the same thing. I’m glad I got to witness them both live.

[@SandraNelson063]

@@TheMightyOdin I never got to see them. Yes, that brain cancer is EVIL. I hope Travis and Suzie do a few more of Rush AND The Hip, so people can find out about them. I know that Rush had some international success, but I don't think that The Hip got the exposure they deserved.

[@louofm1]

They definitely are legends. Can we please send Justin beiber back to Canada? You can send us Brian Adams

[@europe7249]

Missing a couple of biggies there... Guess Who (BTO) and Neil Young

[@gregesquibel6419]

I started listening to Rush when I was 12. Im now 52. I've seen them live on numerous occasions. Believe me when I say, the pleasure was all mine. They were the best.

[@paulhabat6338]

Only a select amount of bands back then had the chemistry and the gift! Yes.. King CRIMSON. Emerson. Lake and Palmer. Pink Floyd and Rush. Paved the road for the future of Prog Rock! So far ahead of everyone back then! Timeless!

[@masonknives92]

Thanks for listening to Rush, its great to see the next generation getting it! 40 years ago I was laughed at for being a fan!

[@raymondmassie4898]

One of the greatest live performances you’ll ever see - and yes, only 3 guys making such a complete sound - never see their like again. RIP Prof.

[@garylagstrom3864]

THREE VIRTUOSOS ON GUITAR, BASS, KEYBOARDS, AND VOCAL; DRUMS AND PERCUSSION: RUSH: THREE KINGS 👑👑👑

[@rossinante1859]

Great thing about Rush watching them having fun in 1981, they were still having that same fun on the R40 tour.

[@tl6653]

You just had a eargasm!!!

[@dalem8332]

The wonderful world of RUSH! Have followed them since 1974. Saw them live 10 times here in Canada 🇨🇦🇨🇦 They NEVER disappointed. Incredible! 🎼🎶🎵🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@cbstevp]

Rush had this awesome run of five albums in the late 70s early 80s which showcases their incredible talent and cements their place in rock god heaven. 2112, Farewell to Kings, Hemispheres, Permanent Waves, and Moving Pictures.

[@magnuswettermark8293]

Rush is a universe of their own. Complete unique and totaly class !

[@bretcullen5089]

9:20 the look you give when you realize all this sound comes from 3 people. We've all had our moment. Even better when it's musicians reacting-love it!

[@Blackinthailand]

Musical perfection right there, bar none, period. There are not many bands who can pull off that kind of performance every night. Your reaction made me smile. Rush, multitasking before multitasking was a thing. Both Geddy and Alex have a full range of pedals, Neil is just on another level as usual. Am so glad you saw the talent on stage there and can appreciate it.

[@terminallumbago6465]

Also the fact that they had MEMORIZED such intricate and complex melodies AND lyrics.