Rush - 'YYZ Live' Reaction! Unparalleled Musicianship and Electrifying Stage Presence! Captivating!

[@JoeSmith-ey2xp]

You know you are legendary when the crowd sings your INSTRUMENTAL.

[@benf1111]

Exactly. Makes me laugh everytime.

[@MartyDick]

Who doesn't do it in their car when it comes on?

[@Kotic1959]

National Treasure!!!!

[@TheBlackAxe1]

Damn straight!

[@Tony-q8g]

Sing with me everyone... we all know the words

[@maidacameron4093]

Geddy’s Lee base line in this song is incredible. Alex just kickass. Neil was a drumming god. This band is legendary.

[@StjDUK]

Geddy Lee slaps that Bass soooo hard ...definitive playing.... Been a fan since i was 8 ( now 54 )

[@Fonpol68]

Best drug ever is when people applaud your achievements through hard work.

[@jamesleasure8836]

To me, this is the greatest band ever. Such complex music performed in outstanding fashion by just 3 guys. Rest in peace, Professor.

[@TheBlackAxe1]

I cried that day. I had to leave work early. Super fan since the age of 9 in 1981.

[@isyoureadyskidaddy]

You said it brother! This band grips my soul! So glad that the This Is It crew is spreading the word. The live performance, though wonderful, misses much of the nuance and presence of the studio version of YYZ. Listening to the entire Moving Pictures album is a spiritual experience.

[@redlinr]

When Alex Lifeson is considered the least talented member of the band, it is the greatest band ever.

[@abidababida7096]

Thats what u get when 3 master musicians leave all the drama out and just play great music. They got along, stayed together til Neil died and made awesome songs for 40+ yrs (r.i.p Neil Peart)

[@chicagocubs71]

Fellas, first of all, Rip to the greatest drummer of all time Neil Peart!!! This guy is bad ass. U guys need to react to a drum solo by Neil Peart. U guys will enjoy it.

[@fretless05]

It's too bad that Rush never put out a live version of YYZ from the Exit Stage Left tour. Neal Peart has a ~3 minute drum solo in the middle of that version that just blew minds.

[@chellj8175]

Pert was THE GOAT !!! RIP! 😢

[@JoseGarcia-yu9nd]

Definitely

[@elizabethclark8703]

Yes! I could literally just watch his drum solos all day. He was hands down the best drummer. I’m so glad I was able to see them live. That was an amazing concert.

[@sulfurlad]

Hilariously, I think you guys are the first reaction I've seen that correctly identified the source for the name of the song. Win! Much love. 😀

[@sulfurlad]

Ps. 3 expert soloists and friends for life playing simultaneous solos.

[@beadybaby]

“It’s Zed. And no, Neil Peart stand alone.”

[@stellamorgan482]

Next do "Xanadu" (exit stage left) and "Working Man" (live in Cleveland). Also Neil Pearts drum solo in Frankfort is a must for all reactors!

[@benf1111]

Seconded. Emphasis on the Live version on the Exit Stage Left tour.

[@raymondrobson4400]

"He was in a sea of drums"...and bro played EVERY SINGLE ONE OF THEM!!! Top 3 of the best drummer's to ever sit behind a iit. RIP Neil Peart

[@thomasp.3796]

This concert was in Rio in Brazil. Rush has a huge following there but it took them a lot of years before they were able to perform there. That is why the crowd knew this instrumental well enough to "sing" along with it. The fans probably never thought they would get the chance to see the band live.

[@davidkneitel1840]

Yep, I hear Australia fans really bummed that they never went there. Luckily I saw them 30 times up and down California and 5 times in Las Vegas. I never left disappointed.

[@pepeelpollo3647]

brazilians go to the stadium every sunday with the same energy 😂😮‍💨 its just a different culture bro

[@Alewifes_Husband]

Yeah, Rush filled a soccer stadium three nights in Rio in 2002. I have the DVD 😊

[@jedsall2010]

Brazilians love to chant, it's what they do. And they were definitely on point with their chanting in this one

[@helenespaulding7562]

South American audiences are famous worldwide for being the BEST. They adore their rock down there. I e never seen another audience sing along to an instrumental!

[@AlvisSartori]

It is the airport code but if you listen to Neil in the beginning of the song tapping the bell on the symbol, it’s morse code for YYZ and Toronto Pearson International Airport.

[@motodork]

They are all playing it together at the beginning.

[@cherylwoodward]

Currently reading Geddy’s autobiography-highly recommend it! Geddy talked about his duties on stage: singing on key, playing the bass, playing the keys and making sure they were all in sync. He was a cyborg! Crazy to think about.

[@mlinderict]

Chapter 3 & 3A are pain in words (almost worse than Ghost Rider), and so critical to modern America. Be strong.

[@lelandevans182]

Get the audio book after you read it. Mr. Weinrib reads it in his voice and really makes the book come alive. Although, if you're a fan, it's a great read. I couldn't put it down and finished it in one week. I need to read it again.

[@pmrich7035]

He has ALL THE DRUMS!!

[@sicotshit7068]

Yet they sound pretty hollow.

[@alphacrusis2632]

The intro to YYZ is Morse code: Y: dash dot dash dash Y: dash dot dash dash Z: dash dash dot dot. So together its: dash dot dash dash dash dot dash dash dash dash dot dot then repeat that pattern remembering that the dash is long and the dot is short, one of the cleverest intro's I've heard, brilliant really.

[@tonyaristide2582]

what a great band , was sorry to see their era end . RIP Neal Peart followed them since the 70s

[@Lemmingadventures]

Almost every rush song is a hit to the fans because every song is great.

[@longlost8424]

its almost 50 years now since the first time I saw these guys and I STILL get goosebumps whenever I see their music played... especially live.....

[@toddashton9696]

Thanks for a great reaction. If you’re interested in what all those drums are for. Check out Neil Peart drum solo in Frankfurt. You won’t be disappointed

[@rdhudon7469]

This is considered one of the hardest bass lines to play in rock . This is also a rare example of an audience singing along to a tune with no lyrics.

[@JJDeAth96]

Definitely shouldve done the live version with Neils solo. It's hands down one of the best drun solos ever

[@jimsteele4017]

ALL of Neil's solos are hands down one of the best ever!

[@patrickmccollum5002]

You guys have barely scratched the surface. One of the greatest bands of all-time. Not just rock. In music history. Keep listening. And pay attention to their lyrics. Their music has the power to change the world. They are the best live band ever.

[@WyattIamrolling]

I was blessed to have seen them 11 times in my life. Each show was better than the last, if you can believe that

[@brettcarroll4676]

That whole song can best be thought of, in my opinion, as three simultaneous solos.

[@FUBAR1986]

An instrumental where the fans enthusiastically sing-along… can’t beat that☮️❤️🙏

[@williamgallucci9913]

Once again great reaction to these three yes only 3 masters of their craft

[@somecallmetim2112]

Neil's drum kit is actually 2 kits, and electronic one and an acoustic one, along with several electronic triggers for different sound effects. The entire drum riser rotates, so he can have either one face the audience, and in his drum solos he plays both.

[@ThatandCo]

Q, how may drums does this guy need . A, ALL OF THEM !

[@itsmeshay8089]

Thr mastery of Neil Peart younmust watch a live solo!!! You will be blown away like an SRV of guitar

[@ghost641]

cheers from Canada ! 🍁🎸🤘

[@johndurrett3573]

All three are master musicians and Niel Pert is know as The Professor for his mastery of drum sets. His live solo performance is insane. The amount of strength, stamina, muscle control and concentration is awe inspiring.

[@seanpaula8924]

Hes known as The Professor because when he cut his hair and mustache, they thought he looked like Russell Johnson from Gilligan's Island. The Professor. Nothing to do with his drumming. ✌️

[@kenbourne8011]

The best live band i have ever or will ever see. Simply masterful musicians and tremendous performers.

[@kidkong637]

I agree and I saw Led Zeppelin in 1972.

[@steveoh5801]

It's ear candy. So much going on. You have to go back and relisten to hear Alex, the relisten again and focus on Neil. Then Geddy's bass playing. It's just amazing that a 3 man band put out so much masterwork music. Best band ever in my opinion, talentwise.

[@cbmerritt]

60's,70's and 80's Rock music will live on for hundreds of years... It's timeless.

[@geneeverett33]

One of the best drummers of all time!

[@kathiwilleford4242]

The band and the crowd were one. That was the magic. Both felt it, both appreciated it.

[@timwhitnell7145]

Hi, guys. I'm a new subscriber. I am from the city of Mississauga which is just to the west of Toronto. So glad to find some new Rush listeners who love them. While Rush sounds great live - I only saw them once about 12 years ago in Toronto - I prefer to listen to their original album recordings for the absolute clarity. You should still react to the Moving Pictures version of YYZ.

[@catherineday951]

Xanadu, live in Montreal, Working Man, live in Cleveland....and really...decades worth of amazing music!

[@Ritaholden1]

This was an awesome concert. I seen them in this tour.

[@millerbeer01]

"Where's My Thing?" From Dallas. It's just more awesomeness.

[@neilmccomsey9550]

Spirit of the Radio!!

[@ChronicExcessiveManliness]

Best band...ever. Hands down. No comparison to anyone else...as others can't compare.

[@holysmokes5817]

Saw the tour…you have just scratched the surface of the RUSH rabbit hole. Dive In the water is fine!

[@chesterstevenson]

Fun review, nice job, guys.

[@had64198]

Rush paid their dues for many years they toured and were on the road constantly. Real talented dudes! RIP Neil Peart.

[@hvyone]

Geddy + Neal + Alex = Supernatural Rock Gods. GOATs. Thanks for keeping them alive. RIP The Professor YYZ is considered one of if not THE hardest song ever to play on bass

[@kevinmiller5786]

Thank you guys for a great reaction to a great performance in a great setting.I could have also used "fantastic "or "wonderful "instead of "great".

[@thatsnice99]

Love your appreciation of good musicianship

[@kellypickle]

Geddy CRUSHING IT!

[@johntschuta5370]

YYZ is the IATA airport identification code of Toronto Pearson International Airport, near Rush's hometown.

[@jimsteele4017]

Olli: 1, @6:57 Geddy (bass) and Neil (drums) made up this jam when Alex (guitar) wasn't around, so it's a heavy bass and drums groove even BEFORE my guitar hero added his touches to it. @7:22 Neil doesn't have to turn around, the drum set does that for him when he needs it to. The drums behind him in this video are a whole other electronic set, with all synthesized sounds, and the set rotates. All he has to do is stand up and sit down again and he's playing the other set. You really gotta see this drummer's solos! RIP Neil. Rush is my favorite. Thank you, THIS IS IT Reactions, for doing them justice! Gonna look for that Tom Sawyer reaction now.

[@tilemonkee5510]

Great reaction ,bruh(s)❤

[@Eliaskruggan7117]

If you noticed when the intro/song was playing Geddy Lee was moving his leg to step on pedals that play a Key on the Keyboard. Also when playing the keyboard he has pedals for the bass sounds on the floor

[@marcblock7581]

You should hear and see his drum solo from the 1970’s and 1980’s. It was amazing. His more recent drum solos is totally different from the past.

[@JK-hf7fd]

Like OlliWooDDa said..."I wish I was in the crowd, that shit looked fun" EXACTLY!! I LOVE Rush, and I am so very impressed by your incredible reactions, and commentary. So much respect to you all!

[@philstone3859]

RUSH is badass! It only increases. The number 2112 is in your future. 🤔

[@derekduncan900]

LOVED THE WASHING MACHINES ON STAGE-- at one point a guy would come in and throw clothes into the dryer--no joke!!!

[@Toofast4005]

Fantastic reaction guys! Can’t wait to see you dive deeper into the Rush Catalogue

[@rfd339]

With a four string bass.. props.

[@lelandevans182]

This was from their first tour to Rio - they didnt know they had such a huge fan base in Brazil. These guys can do almost any type of music - slow, fast, heavy, acoustic, etc. Check out La Villa Strangiato. Also, of note, Neil Peart - the drummer - wrote all the lyrics. Listen to The Trees or Nobody's Hero for some amazing lyrics.

[@rhodalphssanitorium5010]

Wow, thanks guys ! I was a teen when this came out. I was in these crowds on 3 separate occasions. Greatest of their compositions is the half album 2112. A more moderate beat would be 'The Trees'. Well done.

[@angelohernandez6060]

Neal Peart, GREATEST drummer ever! Master at his craft. R.I.P Neal.

[@Aldark22405]

Neil Peart's famous solo is a must.

[@kimberlyroets9334]

You gentlemen need to react to a Neil Peart drum solo to see how he plays all those drums. He's a master of his craft.

[@GTLyons]

musician wise hard to find a more talented trio... especially live! #Rush 👍

[@drummingbuffalo]

The band didn’t know they had such a following in Brasil, where this is shot. This was probably the biggest crowd they played for. You can tell by the bewilderment of Alex's (guitarist), and Geddy’s (Bass) faces at time. Neil Peart, the drummer, also known as the “Professor”, was very stoic in his expressions. He also wrote most of their lyrics which are just as impressive as the music. I learned how to play drums listening to Rush. They are a tremendous example of humbleness. RIP- Neil Peart.

[@MrXentinel]

How they do music and not showing off 1 off the members but all.. They always make me smile

[@terryking8984]

Foghat “slow ride”- every dude played this song in their cars when they had a gal!! Epic song- you HAVE to play the extended version as it had a mind blowing bass riff

[@stevenmanuel1987]

Please keep doing more Rush.

[@cjonesufc]

Guys. Live Rush is the best Rush. Always do live versions and you’ll never go wrong

[@diverdown631]

Accept la villa strangiato has to be original album version

[@toywrench1]

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[@KlkKI10oOok0oPs00OeST]

And the beginning sound you hear is YYZ in Morse code. Makes for crazy timing changes.

[@kellypickle]

So yes sir. It was a hit.

[@shannonwoods2413]

I'd love for you guys to do a reaction video to Rush "Working Man" live from Cleveland... I believe it's from the same live performance you just reacted

[@convictionwoman61]

Neil Pert had a house of percussion, everything you could imagine he had it not just drums....

[@kimbarry4674]

You really need to check out Working Man live in Cleveland if you want your minds blown ❤🇨🇦

[@winstonhewett6679]

Awards are popularity contests, kind of like our elections lately! I don't put much stock into what they say! Great reaction to a great band & song!!!

[@polar315]

YY Zed as per the band being from Canada. The unparalleled skill levels of these 3 musicians is undeniable.

[@beadybaby]

I was so bummed when Archer ditched the Rush vans for Judas Priest!

[@HeavyJammer]

Just so you know, Neil Peart would play with a double drum set on a rotating platform and he would rotate and switch to the other set on the fly! Amazing! As an old RUSH fan I recommend that you check out their other amazing music!

[@tedl7777]

Working Man, live from Cleveland ❤

[@KravMagoo]

The intro section is them playing the Morse code for Y - Y - Z.

[@rickschlosser6793]

You want to see Neil use every one of those? Frankfurt 2009 Percussion Solo, Neil Peart. You will be glad you did.

[@mletrout7942]

Rush concerts, best concerts.

[@jeffmorrison2147]

You guys should definitely check out Neil Peart Drum Solo Live In Frankfurt

[@christopherpoggi7305]

You need the YYZ Live version with the extended drum solo.

[@colonelsanders2038]

This song is definitely all about that bass.. bout that bass. Geddy is definitely one of the top rock bassists of all time and being able to play this one is a huge milestone for bass players everywhere.

[@stoneybrotherbass]

Neil Peart your favorite Drummers favorite drummer. Check out one of his solos, also Primus quotes the intro on the Album Frizzle Fry. Geddy Lee won Bass Player Magazine; Bassist of the Year twice. Primus and Rush toured together. When asked about freestyle Jamming with Geddy; Les Said "I couldn't keep up."

[@pugowner1347]

Saw the Fly By Night, 2112 and the Hemispheres tours. Each better than the one before.

[@PatrickORourke-yz3xn]

I'm not sure if you guys are playing, but "grammys?" YYZ was, at best, the 4th most popular song off this album when it was released. The live performance of it is what really provides for the thrill.

[@gold98gtp]

YYZ was nominated for a Grammy in 1981, lost to The Police instrumental Behind My Camel. Several Rush instrumentals werre Grammy nominated but none of them won.

[@joeraymorton2414]

@@gold98gtpI just listened to “Behind the Camel” and there is NO WAY that should have beat out YYZ for Best Instrumental. It was less the 3 minutes of a very repetitive riff. UNBELIEVEABLE!

[@tonymammel3542]

3 guys performing live, can play and sound better than bands with many more members (and a bunch of sound engineers to make them sound good).

[@sandfrag]

Wall of speakers behind the guitarist inspired the bassist to put a wall of WASHING MACHINES behind him... lolz

[@jimtatro6550]

I was lucky enough to see Rush live 15 times through the years and what always amazed me more than anything was the amount of sound that three men could achieve

[@lutherrule9301]

Neal Peart, played with no less than 80 drums in his kit...great content and choice of music you fellas check out ❤😊

[@diverdown631]

That's one of two shows they did in Brazil. They never played south america until very late in their career,and didn't know how well the shows would sell. They ended up playing to 120,000 people in two shows 1 in Rio 1 in sao paulo.

[@derekduncan900]

ALL THAT BY ONLY 3 DUDES!!!

[@Gypsynik]

And without autotune :)

[@Venus_Isle]

Glad you enjoyed it, fellas...

[@Prozak63]

That was Neil Peart's baby kit... His solo live in Frankfurt is epic.

[@kentlyone]

Villa Stangiato is a must. Its a musical masterpiece

[@ThemeOfSecrets]

"I wish I was in the crowd." Praise doesn't get much higher than that.

[@stewpot6998]

Geddy Lee. Makes it look easy. No one has his sound. But you should check out Bootsy Collins and John Entwhistle too. Rush is pure genius.

[@G-MAN1958]

Really enjoyed this! RUSH always brought it, and they did it for over 40 years! I've listened to the song that won the GRAMMY that year. It's an OK song but no way it 's better than YYZ(IMO). Thanks much for this reaction! ☮☮☮

[@GTLyons]

fact! I agree