RUSH "YYZ" Drum Cover~Brooke C

[@timothyanderson2117]

I'm at peace knowing that there are young women aspiring to learn 40-year old prog rock classics. Rock will never die.

[@RageTVHTX]

This right here. Exactly

[@glenmcl]

Yup

[@byefelicia8429]

Facts! Amen.

[@ArannanClarke]

before you make art, you must learn your craft

[@chrishenson4450]

Here to say the same thing. Yay, young people!!

[@martinhsl68hw]

For those of us who know this song's every beat, which is probably the majority here, it's always a pleasure to hear it played so well, and to see how the drummer navigates around not having all of the required 47 drums

[@MrJjb6989]

You must not know the beats she missed then 😂

[@22ergie]

@@MrJjb6989 Oh, FFS, like YOU could do better...STFU.

[@martyfarrell9459]

Yup, she missed a lot but an attempt worthy of praise.

[@dennisgarcia7590]

@@MrJjb6989 where is your video?

[@chaussette1er]

Those ridicule useless drums

[@anthonymarrone6868]

This young lady has some serious talent. Neil is looking down and smiling.

[@superironcarlos]

Absolutely

[@sabian5393]

@@superironcarlos He certainly is, RIP Neal, my hero.

[@batman1169]

Nailing the Neil Peart symbol ride to a t 💞

[@TURTLEORIGINAL]

No he is not unfortunately, he was an Atheist.

[@sambell385]

You have to remember she’s been playing drums since she was like nine years old or something practice make perfect she’s been doing it alot of years and she is definitely awesome now👍

[@midnightvega1971]

I am an old Rush fan since early 80s, and I know YYZ and all its tiny ghost notes. Your rendition is incredible❤ Neil is smiling RIP

[@cindyshields5753]

The way she smiles at the end. Because shes knows she absolutely nailed it. Very Well done

[@pfdfcc]

its amazing that even the most casual listener has this rhythm section of Geddy & Neal so imbedded in they're subconscious that every rudiment she's executing is EXACTLY as it was meant to be. Absolutely stunning!!!!!

[@stanleynich]

Sounded Awesome Brooke what a Birthday Present in Heaven for Dr. Peart

[@MichaelHunt185]

Dr?

[@STR8BARS101]

Professor. Peart you mean

[@stanleynich]

Professor can be a Doctor too LOL

[@Gabesafish]

Stanleynich professor in this case was a nickname.

[@stanleynich]

Yea not gonna argue over something so petty I think Brooke did a great job either way

[@daviddalessandro8581]

Ok girl i been playing drums longer than you been on this earth and holy smokes im blown away at how good you are! Keep it up!

[@chrisalloway4189]

For real! So talented.. she nailed it. To play The Proffesor's stuff is the ultimate. Its my opinion he was the greatest of all time

[@chrisbroguiere3593]

Really nice but should have done the drum solo. Even if she didn't play his exact solo, I'm sure she would have ripped it!

[@FACafe-pt9bd]

Very good timing. Excellent drumming shown.

[@DrumsTheWord]

Time at the drums does not equal greatness. It's all about natural talent when it comes to songs like this...plus a big dose of music theory and study. These performances don't come from nothing.

[@daviddalessandro8581]

@@gixxerpwns thats a badge of honor if u think complimenting a woman on a talent she has is a bad thing im sure your alone and live in mommys basement!

[@thejman7399]

Outstanding, having played YYZ many years ago, I know this song inside and out, spot on young lady, spot on!!

[@coreynorman4531]

You’ve got it young lady….Neil would be proud👍👍

[@johnthomasmusic9877]

My favorite band of all time... my favorite drummer of all time. You killed it Brooke! Neil would be impressed❤👍✌

[@gordyn5292]

The one and only Neil Peart......and you did it proper justice Brooke!!! Pure testament to just how far you've come and how good you are! Amazing work.

[@stevieg2755]

Bravo ,the professor would have smiled over this one

[@apieceofdirt4681]

He sure would.

[@albie21121]

you mean Bravado? ;)

[@william_mazza]

just 4 your knowledge, for females you say "Brava" not "Bravo"

[@dragsys]

@@william_mazza TIL. Interesting.

[@lucaverheyden]

That drum tone, especially the snare, is the stuff dreams are made of. Playing is stellar too. Great work!

[@kgedeongedon5933]

Yea the minels - you got to wait in line fer them

[@truenorthmuskoka9077]

I know every beat in that song. She was astounding. She did Neil proud.

[@Skraboing649]

*Neil

[@jackwright1964]

@@Skraboing649 kneel*

[@JCR43221]

I totally agree! Nailed every note

[@sethmeistergee]

Totally agree

[@jazznw]

We all know it....solid

[@djcflash]

UNBELIEVABLE Brook, you would think that Neil Peart is playing, 10 Stars for you, Just Incredible,,

[@michaelmallory6265]

Nicely done! I guarantee it would have made Neil proud to see you do that! He is GREATLY missed!

[@JoeThibodeaux504]

This woman is always AWESOME. What a Hero.

[@fernandofrederico1242]

😱👊🤣 Sensacional..!! Fantástico 😃..!! 👏👏👏👏 Congratulations..!!

[@Clansman1969]

Absolutely fantastic Brooke you make it look so easy

[@tonyjf64]

Fantastic! Works within the limits of the kit and pulls it off beautifully.

[@lgmbasschannel8413]

A real masterpiece Song. Perfect drumming, lady!

[@22ergie]

Nice to hear a normal comment instead of this male one upping, know it all, better than you attitude of some of these commenters! You must be a real gentleman!

[@SirManfly]

@@22ergie she pretty much nailed it. well done !!

[@dennesey]

OK. Now you're just showing off. And when you tear it up like this, you should! Thanks for going public with this jam.

[@jeffcherry1643]

Its so BadAss to see a young lady like you absolutely nail these songs. Love your power and grace and attitude behind the kit. Why not do a video where you tell us about your background , teaching, influences. Right On . Good to see young people keeping Rock n Roll alive !

[@donaldkrone4717]

Absolutely awesome. The Professor himself would be proud. Onward and upward Brooke.

[@donaldkrone4717]

You're welcome. Your dedication is inspiring. Now you just have to get more drums. I want to see Xanadu next.

[@bytorsnowdog5885]

Thank you for that spot-on tribute to the Professor (RIP). You're videos are truly an inspiration!

[@ratmforthewin]

For those of you that don't know: The rhythm in the intro and outro of this song is literally the letters "yyz" in succession in morse code

[@JacksonPhixesPhones]

^^ THIS!! I'm glad you brought this up. Just another little piece of awesome that makes Rush so great!!

[@JonHawaii2003]

It is Toronto's Airport code

[@scarycrazymann]

We actually do know. You're not acting smart by stating this.

[@waynekerr8003]

...-------.-.---......---------..........

[@airtioteclint]

@@JonHawaii2003 that's what I heard.

[@ttaylor758]

RUSH will live forever thanks to young musicians

[@unickable]

I never thought that was possible to hear someone doing this song so precisely. Thanks, young lady. I'm crying on happiness.

[@spitfirevirtual]

Rock lives FOREVER.... with these wonderful young artists keeping it alive. GOD BLESS their folks for keeping the spirit alive amongst our younger ones !

[@stevendiblasio3573]

I think its awesome that these young super talents can appreciate the greats from years past.This is what makes rock and roll great.Keep rockin Brooke!

[@seanhennessey5945]

Mad skills , thank you for showing us how to pay a perfect tribute to Neil Peart .

[@mk500]

This is such a beautiful tribute to Neil! I got to seem him a few times live, and it was a great privilege. Your performance was beautiful and brought tears to my eyes! Thank you so much for sharing it!!

[@darrenlesage2420]

237 people took the time to dislike the video? Seriously, why? She absolutely killed that drum part! Fantastic video! Female musicians are awesome, especially when they play good music.

[@billybad3053]

Jealousy I bet

[@echoface1670]

always got to have the dummies. likely guitarists

[@laug1576]

Why put the emphasis on the female tbh. Call me a feminist or whatever but all good musicians are great.

[@darrenlesage2420]

@@laug1576 I didn't put any emphasis on female at all. I merely said they were awesome, how can you disagree with that. Oh, you're a feminist. Sorry honey, but your opinion means nothing. ONLY a feminist would have a problem with someone calling females awesome and I'm not playing your Political Correctness game.

[@patdziob4505]

The professor is smiling right now,, you did Neil proud young lady, awesome skill,,, any true rush fan will love this cheers

[@timb267]

Made my night. She is all about the music and art of a true legend...... Bravo!

[@jasondaniels5591]

Absolutely incredible!!! You do Neil very proud!!!!

[@geoffmcwiggan2814]

Beautiful and highly talented.... the music word is yours . All the best to you my talented friend. 😎

[@RichardNievesNY]

I had a horrible day today, and this just improved it considerably. Well played.

[@PRIS555]

So good. If Geddy & Alex decided to do a RUSH tour, you would take Neil's mantle on stage perfectly. You Rock.

[@luisgonzaga8658]

You are very talented love watching you play, especially my favorite band RUSH! rest in peace Neil !!!

[@jeffcooper8614]

Wow, great job. Near perfect. 30+ years playing myself. I know a lot of time goes into getting all the fills, accents, off time beats and nuances down. Keep it up! Rock on!

[@hetfield30]

Amazing!! Very skillful drumming.

[@michaelday6987]

I love the tone of these drums.

[@Dark-Lord-Of-The-Sith]

I have been following you since almost the beginning, and I am still blown away by your talent and skill. You always nail the songs you cover that have Drum Gods like Neil Peart, Rest In Peace.

[@jimzoesch5799]

Wow. Awesome. Wonderful. True Tone every stick beat, cymbal strike. Very nice. Thanks for sharing and glad I found.

[@pennabiro5135]

Gooooood job Brooke! Magnificent interpretation of this difficult progressive rock track! You are more and more good in playing drums! 😀😀👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏🇮🇹

[@faithplusnothing]

That was amazing, Neil must be smiling 😃 down.

[@Hbguitars1]

Your amazing and don’t ever think any different. Keep up the chops.

[@MrRdp0215]

Love the sound of your drums. I bet you spend every waking minute working out on learning and thinking up all kinds of ways. I could go on and on. Thank you young lady.

[@richardzilz6852]

That is so cool to see a person of your age rock the hell out of a classic of REAL music like that... Excellent!

[@kurtsonnenburg9502]

I never even came close... go girl ! Neil is smiling...

[@villain68]

You nailed it!! I was hoping you got to Rush (Neil Peart) eventually.

[@alfredeneuman4939]

Outstanding young lady "archers" Doctor Krieger would be jelly!

[@mikec-hamilton]

Fantastic

[@chuckwelch4195]

Very nice job with just the right amount of enthusiasm! RIP Neal!!

[@240zzz]

That was impressive,,, Keep rockin!!!

[@petervachon6989]

Neil "The Professor" Peart would be proud of you. Very well done, Brooke.

[@Dlsrocks1]

I remember when this "album" came out. Back then it was totally unheard of a female being able to play this let alone your age. I love it. That you and some of your generation are getting into the good stuff now. Especially the females.. It really shows your talent. 👍👍

[@Phil-lj7wl]

I’m a huge Neil Peart fan and you nailed this great instrumental by Rush Brooke! Neil is smiling down on you!

[@j.t.thomas9242]

For a drummer who plays covers, the gold standard is Rush. If you can play their covers you can play anything else! You are exceptionally talented.

[@HALINACello]

This drummer is amazing!

[@seanmcdaniel7041]

She is an artist, and with the kit she has, SMOKIN!!!!

[@JohnnyF71]

You're a killer drummer for sure but what I love most about you is that you're not a poser. When you play you focus on your playing. I'm sick and tired of drummers on Instagram and Tiktok posing and flirting with the camera while they play. It's horrible. You're a breath of fresh air. Nailed this btw 👌🏼

[@MrKlausestein]

Espectacular!... Amo el hecho de que una mujer tan joven, siga los pasos del querido Maestro Neil... Soy baterista tambièn, y fan de Rush... Felicitaciones", exelente performance!!... Sigue asì!!... (desde Argentina).

[@larisakalist1550]

Simply fantastic! Great job. Neil would be proud.

[@DougHanchard]

Pretty sure Neil Peart would like this rendition. Nice. 🥁

[@chuckdraper7776]

It's YYZed!!!!

[@spuds6423]

@@chuckdraper7776 Zed Shmed.... it's a "Zee"... Dammit!!!!🤔🤔😀 😄

[@seanjones2456]

I have a 14 year old son that hates when i play RUSH. I am pretty sure his friends have no idea who RUSH even is! The kids today have no idea what music is. I guess that officially makes me an old fart but I will always appreciate a person that can play an instrument or sing. Now get off my lawn!

[@johnworrall3646]

Get off my lawn ! Classic buddy 👌👍

[@TolleDon]

Oooooohh.! A L

[@zootallures7279]

@Sean Jones I told the 15 yo brother of my then-girlfriend to listen to the "story" in 2112 - he is the biggest Rush fan today.

[@seanjones2456]

@@zootallures7279nice.

[@evynsmith7539]

The kids who don't have their parents show them what music is are the ones who don't listen to the same music as people who are into the legends if rock, I myself was lucky to have parents who showed me the amazing side to music that got me into guitar and also playing rush but some don't have that opportunity

[@nickc.8230]

Great song to remember the greatest drummer who ever lived. No offense. So glad you covered Rush! Cover plenty more and showcase some of your own work too!

[@adampalm4444]

Wow. Exceptional performance on this immaculate piece that is a tribute to master Neil Peart, at least in my mind .

[@RadioAaron]

Stuff like this is why I come to KZbin. Phenomenal cover!

[@SternLX]

heheh. Just totally pissed off my Roommate this morning. 8am Sat, he's trying to sleep in. Me: "ooooh!! New Brooke video covering my all time favorite Rush jam. YES PLEASE!!" Cranks it up.

[@Quotenwagnerianer]

@@maddawgnoll Counterquestion: Who in their right mind gets up before 9:30 on a Saturday morning?

[@Quotenwagnerianer]

@@maddawgnoll Are you a farmer? ;)

[@Quotenwagnerianer]

@@maddawgnoll But I wasn't too far off. Outside work. Getting up with the sun. Me being an owl, definately not for me. My work day begins at 10 a.m. and can last until 11 p.m. at times. I get up at 9 a.m. and go to bed sometime between 1 and 2 a.m. So getting up as early as you is definately not and option. And Saturdays and Sundays are off days for most people, so sleeping in is not a thing unheard of. ;)

[@utubedestroysmytime]

People with roommates sleep that late

[@SternLX]

@@utubedestroysmytime Especially roommates that work a swing shift and don't get home until 1am. :)

[@davehooper4498]

Next on the list should be ''La Villa Strangiato'' nuff said

[@charlieross-BRM]

I play that song just for the guitar solo. Alex Lifeson makes it beautifully expressive and I keep imagining a symphony arrangement because it's a lot like violin.

[@mjethier]

YYZ is the code for their airport, signifying that they were home after touring.

[@tdunph4250]

Home to Toronto more specifically! :)

[@charlieross-BRM]

@@tdunph4250 I just looked up the Morse Code table. I'm looking at it obviously for Y & Z. I see the symbols and tap my fingers, OK. - • - - , - • - -, - - • • but I can't even tap it out once correctly for YYZ and totally mangle trying to repeat it. Such a spaz. Most people around the GTA I know still call the airport "Pearson" but my family has been in Toronto since it was just little old Malton before even the Boeing 707 flew. You from around the GTA?

[@ISupportIsraelForever]

Ya think?

[@tdunph4250]

@@ISupportIsraelForever VERY good Professor!

[@tdunph4250]

@@charlieross-BRM born + Raised etobicoke/Toronto. Been east since 2014. A lot has changed immensely. As Thomas Wolfe once wrote "You can't go home again"

[@scottmarlowe3019]

Oh man! You have just come a long way! Your technique is awesome. Wrists are loose. Great form!

[@peterschuenke4274]

Way to cover one of the greatest percussion pieces by one of the true all-time greats.

[@skidmo]

You're short about 47 drums. Otherwise, sounded perfect.

[@andytilley7205]

more like 147, some chimes and don't forget the GONG! but other than that a damn good performance!

[@ufciceman9584]

You obviously know jack shit about percussion, not the amount how ya replicate the timing

[@bobking7347]

@@ufciceman9584 not if you want the sound he has, lmao.

[@7LonelyFathers]

Funny :)

[@jacknone1564]

UFC IceMan You obviously know jack shit about jokes.

[@OratoryJamesIV]

Archer: "Wow, amazing! You can play YYZ!" Krieger: "First of all, it's 'Y-Y-Zed.' And second of all, no, I can't get it. It's impossible." Brooke: *grins*

[@hadenhaubrick8236]

I laughed at this, just wanted to let you know lmao

[@frankburdodrums8984]

I don't see how anyone can hate on this. You have to have great appreciation for Neil Peart to sit down and decipher one of his greatest songs and then replicate it on the drums. She made it look way too easy but even still she shows respect so therefore deserves respect.

[@davidcastner921]

GREAT GREAT WORK ! QUIT GIFTED , AMAZING JOB ! ❤😊😃😃

[@mikec5172]

Wow Brooke!! That was awesome!! You have an amazing attention to detail and your timing is spot on! Thank You for this!! Keep up the great playing!!

[@paulegerton1583]

Pretty decent interpretation, even the drum sound Is good. Neil would have liked this.

[@rusty-ole-boomstick1268]

Those thumb downs have to be a mistake, or jealous for this ladies talent.

[@earl240sx]

"Trolls" is the term I think you're looking for. :)

[@rusty-ole-boomstick1268]

@@monkymind4316 so you're the troll, HAHAHA!

[@jcamp2112]

I mean I dunno man, the fills in the middle weren't played right.... Its just another one of those "I do my own thing covers" which means in reality, I was too lazy to listen and learn the real parts. She plays the ride pattern thing wrong too where it's missing the snare ghost notes with the ride triplets. No doubt she's good, but this cover is about 80% there.

[@MrJjb6989]

Or know the song and were actually listening...

[@albie21121]

Probably Jealous of many things besides the talent...But the talent is the magic

When youre young and doing drum covers on dinosaur bands. You get dinosaurs commenting.. Great job

[@malthuswasright]

People still listen to it because it's good music. Is Beethoven a dinosaur composer?

[@atsfandy]

WHAT!!!!!!!!!! The nan he's in heaven smiling upon you, I am so happy that rush will live on through drummers like you, ROCK ON Brooke!!!!!!!!!!

[@timdarr8008]

You have a great talent. To play tunes like this takes serious practice. Please whatever you do..... never stop playing Rush. Thanks and please stay safe and healthy.

[@jasonpierson9829]

Geddy: Hey, Alex! Want to tour again? Alex: Why? Geddy: watch this video.

[@randywatts7554]

...no doubt...hmmm...

[@RichardHurt]

Geeze! I scrolled down to read some of the comments and absolutely forgot that I was listening to someone who wasn't Peart!

[@DrCogent2112]

For anyone who doesn't already know, it's pronounced Y Y Zed

[@FakingANerve]

I thought it was pronounced "Y Y am I listening to this." Thanks for the correction! I always love to learn!

[@gardenofeels6872]

Whatever you say, agent 86.

[@ronaldmackee3401]

That's how Canadians would say it, anyway.

[@dledge1]

Well that was awesome ☺️

[@gilbertmontoya103]

I totally enjoyed it Neil would definitely give You thumbs up YYZ is one of my favorite Rush tunes

[@benwillard6751]

Hot and talented....I'm out!!!!

[@vancedylan5842]

Usually don't watch these cute chick playing drums videos cause they're usually too busy trying to be cute but you young lady are all business...and business is good.

[@claytonwalter8700]

What N.P. would have sounded like with little twiggy arms.

[@GolfingGuy831]

Brooke, you are amazing! Your timing and flow is perfect!! WOW!!!

[@ultslipknot]

Could not be done any better!!! Excellent!!!

[@beatzakabrattwood2686]

I thought that it was Spot On...nice work, and keep on drumming...🥁🥁🥁 Great dedication to one of the greatest drummers of all time...R.I.P.

[@ronligue1734]

Neil was my hero! You did that song justice ...... great work

[@tsinnott74]

Great chops! Love the rolls between 1:54 and 2:24. The world is in short supply of time keepers.

[@sueb4154]

You make Neil proud, Brooke! Well done! Well done indeed! And seemingly effortless ... just like Neil!

[@meganparsons9106]

right in the pocket.. happy birthday professor. I still miss him every single day...