Vocal Coach reacts- RUSH- Limelight

[@cwalker3783]

Neil Peart was the best drum composer and lyricist, bar none. His drum fills are legendary People listen to musicians. Musicians listen to Rush.

[@stephenwebb921]

c walker Well said!

[@Veggamattic]

Only the ones with no soul.

[@todds6048]

Well stated.

[@ibuprofen303]

I'm a musician and I don't listen to Rush. Too much showing off with 7/4 time signatures, and not enough basic musical content. But then, each to their own. I understand they are a highly rated band so.

[@kristopherpoulsen653]

"Was" 😭

[@0175gre]

Shout out to Alex, everyone always talks about Geddy and Neil, but we love you too Alex

[@jamiepasquariello2652]

Much love to Alex. You actually never hear any famous musicians (besides Foo Fighters) mention Rush, they don't even try to talk about Rush. None of them except Neil (you have to) are ever mentioned. I never hear Geddys name

[@JonathanDLynch]

Off the top of my head, KISS, Jack Black, yes, Smashing Pumpkins, And Primus.

[@JonathanDLynch]

Alex is amazing.

[@theanalogkid2778]

Alex is my main inspiration for guitar. If it wasn't for him I wouldn't be playing guitar.

[@lepantoslim7058]

Alex has inspired an inestimable amount of people and sounds. Although Rush borrowed styles from time to time, they intimately influenced the course of rock music from the 80’s forward.

[@VibeXplorer]

The look on her face when she heard Geddy’s voice for the first time…I think most of us made that face as well! And then embarked on a lifelong fanlationship with the three of them.

[@trsidn]

for sure. She turned off comments but it was pretty amazing watching her fall in love with Eddie Vedder reviewing a Pearl Jam performance...

[@Jibef01]

@@trsidn Funny... it's exactly the last clip I saw before that one! And I think like you: she felt in love with Vedder!

[@johneichmann1028]

I remember I was in my room and my Mom happened to be in the room when "Limelight" came on the radio. This was back when it first came out in '81. She liked the song and said "She's a good singer." When I told her that it was a man, ,she was in shock. One of my funnier moments in life.

[@nvcn86]

his voice is one of those that, if people say they don't like it, i understand. i love it.

[@KimberlyBishh]

Yeah...the only thing I liked

[@anthonyreed6166]

RIP Neil. I felt tremendously sad when in heard of his passing. I couldn’t believe it. I still think it hasn’t completely set in for me. There will never be another like RUSH. They dedicated everything to their craft of music. Such perfectionists. I feel extremely blessed to have seen them live.

[@PaleHorseShabuShabu]

I feel so lucky to have seen them play "2112" in its entirety on the TFE tour. I cried when Neil died; the only other time I cried when a musician died was when Dimebag Darryl was murdered onstage.

[@mvunit3]

@@PaleHorseShabuShabu & AnthonyReed - Still getting over it myself. I had bouts of tears, but it really hasn't "hit" me and been planing a tribute to him (been dealing with a few things in my life) from what he and the band contributed, to how personal they were to me in my life and the musical journey I've been on. But at the very least I have this :) . . . mavearworx.weebly.com/blog/category/rush-and-the-hollywood-walk-of-fame

[@andyb1653]

@@PaleHorseShabuShabu I shed a tear for Lemmy. Sucks cos he wouldn't have wanted me to. Sorry, Lem.

[@michellelauzon9307]

I sat on my sofa actually sobbing in grief

[@MichaelRojhay]

I have seen them live 3 times and I know that this is low. Last time was 91...RIP best rock drummer of all time!

[@nuthinfayce]

Ah.... Rush... fascinating band to watch, especially when Geddy Lee is singing, playing bass, and taurus pedals (for his keyboards) at the same time, many times just switching from one to another with perfect fluidity. Neil's skills on the drums is second to none (probably one of the most influential drummers of all time, and Alex Lifeson and his unique color on the guitar.. Limelight is a good start, but there are so many other songs you should give a listen to. There is no other band like Rush...

[@JohnD.1969]

Rush - technical perfection. Among many other things.

[@vicenteraira]

@@JohnD.1969 Not only technically. Rush brings a lot of emotional aspects to their compositions. A perfect band. Unmatchable! :)

[@HMarcBower]

And watching geddy with the bass around his shoulders, him playing DDR on the pedals, playing the synth, and moving the mic around with his nose when he needs to sing is pure magic. :)

[@kimmieess6171]

Yes. Quite simply, there was no other band like RUSH. The kind of synergy they had can't be bought, sold, or manufactured. They will never be the same without Neil. A two-legged table cannot stand.

[@markchidester6239]

Couldn't agree more!

[@FeaturingRob]

Welcome to RUSH-land. A beautiful land where music is seldom predictable, key changes abound, lyrics are meaty, and 3 guys make a mighty noise all by their lonesome! This is a land of progressive rock geekdom. Welcome. Have fun. You should try Subdivisions, 2112, Time Stands Still (with Aimee Mann), and Spirit of Radio. They were together for 40 years!!! They stopped because Neil Peart (drums) was developing a few of his health problems, Alex Lifeson (guitar) was developing arthritis, and Geddy Lee(bass, keyboards, and vocals) even wanting to continue, was a supportive friend to his bandmates. Geddy and Alex were friends in grade school in Canada, and Neil was a replacement drummer for the original guy who developed serious health issues back in the early '70s.

[@rockymtn1291]

I heard a podcast interview with Eddie Trunk and Alex and he said the arthritis wasn't that bad and it really doesn't hinder his playing ability.

[@jimmymac63]

This comment...Comment of the year as far as I am concerned! Yes, yes, madam, welcome to Rushland!

[@kevinwilson1228]

The house that , that was recorded in , is a famed studio in the backwoods of Quebec, Canada . It was called Le Studio, it was abandoned, vandalized, and finally set on fire. I enjoyed forming 4 albums on site. As Hall of Fame recipients they ended as the same trio , 40 yrs strong.

[@popden2892]

MorinHight to be more precise, a few miles from where I live

[@kinggak1]

Hey Kevin, big RUSH fan, why was it abandoned? On fire, so it's gone? That was on my bucket list to visit....

[@philduoos2961]

@@kinggak1 I've seen a youtube where someone is trying to clean it up and renovate it. One can hope! kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6Oqk6ikbsZrpaM

[@kevinwilson1228]

@@kinggak1 You could probably find a clip on here , where Neil went back to where we all lived and produced. Other than RUSH, many groups recorded there before I went to WEA

[@andreaspedersen3952]

I believe Le Studio is still standing? Saw some footage from it a few months ago.. I believe it is going to be a museum?

[@PaleHorseShabuShabu]

Rush's "Subdivisions" was the first song that made a younger version of me feel like there were other people in the world like me, someone who didn't quite fit in with the various cliques and social groups I saw. I felt less alone after listening to that song. They more than anyone else made me feel like it was okay to be who I was, that I didn't need to change my personality or social behaviors to be loved, liked, and respected. It meant a lot then, and it means more now. I'm so grateful to them. Fantastic band.

[@crimfan]

Rush was that to a lot of people. They captured the alienation that many punk and metal bands did, too, but were more thoughtful than most of those groups and their chops were intense, while still being very musical. Few played that well and I don't know if there's another group that played that well together. They also kept evolving in a way that very few groups ever did.

[@davebasch5995]

Glad to hear a positive story, given your past... But Rush has had a positive influence on countless listeners.

[@charlieruns7953]

Subdivisions got me hooked on Rush in 1986

[@digijams]

You watched a band that will never happen again in rock. 40 years they created albums and toured but for several years after Neil's daughter died and then his partner. I picked up the bass due to Geddy, delivered newspapers for a year to buy the same Rickenbacker bass. I do not put any celeb on a thrown but when I heard Neil died I cried, for 35+ years of my life I was a fan. Senior yearbook quote was from Losing It. I bought a sax for a child in Neil's name so he could play in the middle school band. I also did not watch this video as I was afraid of what you may say and I am a fan of your vids esp the rock ones. Rush and Neil's death mean that much to me.

[@YourGodsIcon]

She had nothing bad to say about Geddy's voice, give it a watch.

[@humanpersonjuniorjr829]

She can say nothing bad at all, yet leave an impression that she had. It's called "damning with faint praise." (I'm not saying the lovely and talented Rebecca dissed the singer or the band, just that she could have, but chose not to.) I happen to know (my son will forever love Rush) that Rush fans are, first of all, loyal. They're in it for the long haul, and very interested in the lessons to be found in Rush's music -- lessons couched in wondrous phrases and lovely, exciting rhythms. Even if Geddy Lee sounded like a banshee being castrated, those lessons would still be valid.

[@digijams]

@@humanpersonjuniorjr829 I just noticed I typed "did not watch" and that is wrong, I did watch it. Sorry for any confusion that I may have caused. I enjoyed Rebecca's commentary.

[@humanpersonjuniorjr829]

@@digijams Thank you for the clarification. I think you're a gentleman and a scholar!

[@laudanum669]

@digijams The day I heard Neil died I spent the night with a 12 pack watching my favorite live Rush moments/songs and shedding tears of joy and sadness.

[@onsesejoo2605]

"Closer To The Heart" would represent Geddy Lee's upper register well. There is a live version available from Exit Stage Left 1981 of this song. The bassist singer Geddy Lee also plays synthesiser on footpedals during this song while guitarist Alex Lifeson utilises pedals to simulate two guitarists. They manage to create amazingly close rendition to this studio version.

[@mike_bilby]

onsese joo Xanadu from that show is also amazing

[@icanfartloud]

They only recorded their talent. No enhancement via backing tracks or studio wizardry. They weren't a studio creation like The Beatles.

[@tommcdonald1873]

Closer to the Heart would be a great song to analyze his range.

[@ravi3shekh1]

That and Anthem as well

[@stevemcrichards8768]

Yup. So good.

[@nornog]

Neil's the reason I wanted to play drums, he was the best drummer I've had the pleasure of seeing live. R.I.P. by the way, I hope alls well.

[@mattsharpe3989]

Greatest drummer of all time 🤟

[@dcolavecchio]

To me there were three eras of Geddy's voice. The early years (up to Hemispheres) where his range was to the moon. Then the middle era (Permanent Waves to Test for Echo) and finally the end (Vapor Trails on). Each had it's strengths and weaknesses. I became a fan in 1980 so the middle Geddy is my favorite. An interesting video may be to take a sample from the three eras and compare and contrast, especially on how a person's voice changes with age and how they compensate. As always, a nice reaction from one of my favorites.

[@katskillz]

that's a great idea and here's the three songs I"d personally select for such an analysis: A Farewell to Kings The Manhattan Project The Way the Wind Blows

[@jamesheckman5777]

Hey Rebecca, Hope your doing well. RUSH is my favorite rock band. I just wanted to inform you that Neil Peart the drummer passed away this year, January 7, 2020. He was a very talented musician. Hope you look into this band's music. Have a wonderful day. Sincerely, James Heckman

[@hemispheresamusements7484]

Girl, you just opened up a can of worms! Have fun with this journey

[@dominicgibson9529]

Try "The Temples of Syrinx" from 2112

[@conair1625]

THIS !!

[@Roadiedave]

For the vocals? lol

[@andyb1653]

Or the whole thing.

[@your_huge_ego_bores_me]

For the vocal. That might be interesting.

[@madpriest7822]

Doubt she'd like it

[@NinjaKittyBonks]

Ah... Rush... an _all time fave_ ! Of all the greatness that is Rush, Neil's drums are an absolute stand out! Of course, not to ignore Geddy's basslines, or Alex' staccato guitar is awesome too.. Hell, they are just awesome :) Just listen to the bassline roll @4:30.... spectacular stuff and such a strong band. We recently lost Neil after the last number of years that were very hard on him, may he rest in peace :( Alex coming back into the bridge @4:54 just brings the song back to life after a great guitar solo. As you can obviously tell.... I am just a major, MAJOR Rush fan! Thank you, Rebecca for bringing your touch to this great band. Note: Geddy did get more "chesty" roughly 8 years after this recording. Tribute to Neil Peart Lyrics O' The Day... EY?: ""I bring love to give you solace in the darkness of the night, in the Heart's eternal light. You need only trust your feelings, only love can steer you right" Rush _Book II: Hemispheres: Iii. Dionysus: Bringer of Love_ Neil wrote most of the lyrics for the band, as he was a lover of the written word and read books all the time... lol

[@HMarcBower]

I think Alex's prowess on guitar is often overlooked because of the calibre of everyone in the band. Alex is one of the best guitarists ever.

[@rogueleader4181]

As always RVA refreshing and insightful. Big Rush fan for musicianship lyrics and boundary busting. You rock!

[@darrellbeam8053]

Overwhelmed. The perfect thing to say about Rush. They overwhelm you. Love them.

[@stevemcrichards8768]

If you are overwhelmed, you've come to the right place.

[@aerynsunx]

"Tom Sawyer", a Rush classic. I recommend that. I also recommend "Subdivisions". Neil Peart gave Geddy Lee some tough lyrics to sing around, and I'd love to get your impression of how Geddy handled those complicated passages. Also, I discovered your channel a few weeks ago. I love it, and it encourages me to cultivate the voice I know I have in me.🙂 Peace.✌🏼

[@Afireinside912]

She should do a video of listening to 2112 haha. We will be here awhile ;)

[@leonardospcosta]

Yeah, Tom Sawyer or even Closer to the heart.

[@schafn]

I've always liked how Neil said one of the things you have to listen to when setting the tempo for a song is how the singer is doing. If you are too fast the singer is struggling to fit it all in. If you are too slow the singer has to stretch notes for longer than intended. I think this says something about Rush; that they were always in tune with each other. This was one key to why they always sound so good in concert.

[@Deacon1952]

When I first became acquainted with Rush, back in the 70's, what blew me away completely was when I found out that there were only 3 band members. The sound they put out had me convinced that there were at least 5 members before I first saw them. I saw them in Providence, Rhode Island back in 1979 and to date, it still ranks as the best concert I ever attended.

[@jacksonandrews1268]

My first concert ever was Moving Pictures in 1981 at Alpine Valley Music Theater in Wisconsin, one of the most acoustically perfect venues in the world. I was completely blown away at how perfect they sounded!!

[@StanleyRodgers]

I never would have predicted that you would check out a Rush tune but here we are. Rebecca, you are my hero. You rule!

[@supernicko123]

Rush was the greatest three piece band ever. They are one of my very favorites. They were together for more than 40 years, consistently creating musical masterpieces. I love that you found them!

[@Roadiedave]

Rush is one of my "I stopped even including them in my Top Ten lists", Platinum, 6-star, Mythic, God Tier, Music and the World would be all the worse had they never existed. They are not unranked. They are un-rank-able! Every song, not only a technical and creative marvel, but an adventure. You can feel yourself in the country, racing a car, exploring an advanced civilization neo-dystopian space temple, or being swept along the big city streets and hitting the stage. I mean...words like "Iconic" or "Legendary" just don't quite cut it. Like English doesn't have the words to properly describe them. Like saying "Rebecca is beautiful

[@jacksonandrews1268]

Nailed it! LOL You have a way with words, my friend!

[@musicminded7070]

Good evening! Such a surprise to see this new vid ... thanks Rebecca 🌷❤

[@Synthad1]

I’ve watched so many of your vids and love them. Humor, tech talk, advice, etc! Too notch! But your air-drumming is above all! ;)

[@ronmahoy4967]

Just yesterday I was thinking of suggesting this song to you. Geddy Lee’s voice and range is crazy!!

[@harleyman3986]

Greatest Band of all time. Such great music, so many songs!!!!

[@TheFMusician]

Geddy (the singer/bass player), in his early years has a very high falsetto range. check out some of their stuff prior to the 'Moving Pictures' album.

[@Nothing-zw3yd]

I don't believe it's falsetto. I do like their stuff prior to Pictures though. One of a kind, never to be repeated again.

[@primemover1416]

This might be controversial, but: Hemispheres > 2112 IMO.

[@Terrible_Peril]

cygnusx1 jg dude. Totally with you on this. But I’m definitely a “weird” rush fan. I love the 80s and early 90s stuff from Rush.

[@mustangdebbie56]

I don't think Geddy sang in falsetto at all.

[@Welcome2TheInternet]

@@primemover1416 Not controversial. The guitar harmonic intro bit on Cygnus alone puts it about 2112. And i fucking LOVE 2112. In fact, 2112 is my favorite album...but Hemispheres is a BETTER album. Make sense? Probably not.

[@Arannorway]

Been listening to Rush for 43 years, i got all their official releases and there's no one above or beside, they are kings. RIP Neil.

[@Roadiedave]

Time Stand Still is a good one for Geddy's range.

[@hotdogwater7037]

and aimee mann's

[@butternutter9847]

Circumstances also has a lot of range

[@rogergolsby1922]

I don’t think Time stands still was a good one for Geddy’s range they hired Tifeney from till Tuesday to sing the high parts !! Although he was Little older and having some vocal issues at that time ! Thanks I love Geddy’s Voice

[@freebirdtony]

I totally agree, and btw, the official video to that 1987 classic is very cool.

[@TheBuelliganRides]

@@rogergolsby1922 Her name is Aimee Mann.

[@arnehelland6015]

Rush is amazing. I love the dancing and gyrating while you listen.

[@lestudiomorin-heights9141]

Le Studio Morin-Heights where Rush recorded 7 albums.We are renovating Le Studio now for the past 22 months working really hard there.

[@Texturas75]

OMG. I thought it had been destroyed. Hasn't it? Are you renewing it in the same place?

[@lestudiomorin-heights9141]

@@Texturas75 You will find all the answer here on this movie kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioqTe5hjjcdnfdk

[@Texturas75]

@@lestudiomorin-heights9141 thank you!

[@jerseyboy_greaser1152]

To see Geddy at his best I would suggest listening too “The Necromancer”, “2112”, or “Anthem”. RIP “The Professor” Neil Peart 🥁

[@conair1625]

2112 and you will CRY!!!

[@andyb1653]

@@conair1625 WEEE ARRR THA PREESTS UUUV THA TEM-PELZZ U-UV SEE-RINX!!

[@dallassukerkin6878]

One of the most perfect bands ever - three guys sounding like so many more and writing such wonderful music for decades. They lost me a bit at Power Windows as it was a bit too main-stream 'pop-rock' for me and I live in their early/middle years of Farewell to Kings, 2112, Hemispheres, Permanent Waves, Moving Pictures and Subdivisions. I first heard them on the Friday Night Rock Show when I tuned in just as Xanadu was starting and spent a minute trying to figure out if I had dialled in right :lol:. The next day, I was struck by the cover to 2112 (with its sci-fi story in the lyrics) in the record shop of my hometown, asked to hear some of the album and by the time it was half way through Overture they had my money ... and I've been a fan ever since. They are one of those rare bands whose music can emotionally engage you to tears because they write things that you can relate to your life. A couple of standouts for me are "Madrigal", which I listened to almost on loop when driving after my wife died (daft really, as driving when you can't see because you're breaking your heart is not exactly safe!) ... dammit, searched it out to link and the inevitable happened :(. kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5izh4iEhLdqbLs Another tear-inducer is Countdown. It's not intended as one of course but it never fails to bring to mind the Challenger and Columbia disasters - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGbZgaWoo8dpqtk And in searching came across this combination of song and footage for Mission - kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJ6VoX6YaM6Xj9U

[@MrHarrebar]

If you want to now what Geddy Lee can do with his head voice, listen to their song "freewill". He sings in both registers. where for me, the headvoice is the highlight of the song.

[@mwales2112]

I have been a RUSH fan since they released Fly by Night while I was in high school in 1975. Greatest band of all time... Listen to The Garden its such a great song.

[@GRIMSBONIAN13]

They actually played High Schools back then I Southern Ontario.

[@joegreen8646]

Watching this made me cry. Thank you for your videos, Rebecca!

[@ms.chuckfu1088]

Oh my, you've opened a barn-sized door with Rush. Geddy's voice has always been polarizing. Off channel, you should check their live performance of YYZ in Rio. I say off channel just because it's an instrumental. Song was released in 1981 and begins with the Morse code call signal for the airport in Toronto, which is Y-Y-Zed. I think the concert was 2002. Crowd is nuts.

[@ericwiebe1073]

YYZ in Rio, where the crowd sings along to a song that has no words. Can't think of any other bands that have pulled that off

[@soundofflute]

Polarizing seems strong, but maybe not... I had a little trouble with Geddy's voice when I first heard them back in the 70's. Took me a while to come around. But then I was stupid enough to not recognize Led Zeppelin's brilliance until years later. Has this adorable and funny young lady ever reacted to a Yes song? I'd be interested in hearing the coach's take on Jon Anderson's sweet and soaring voice. It seems like And You and I would be a good one to have a go at, if not...

[@chrislegner4816]

Thanks for this one. Rush has been treasured musical companion my entire life.

[@HMarcBower]

Thanks for doing a rush song. There are so many to choose from, and Geddy's voice is one you either like or don't. Unfortunately, after only 45 years (sarcasm) he's lost the range where so many of their songs lived, but his voice was a part of the music as much as his bass, synth, the guitars, and the drums (which is such an understatement on what Neil did... Kit, electronic, chimes, bells, a gong...). My absolute favourite band (and they're Canadian). Unlike any other band I can think of, Neil also wrote practically all of the lyrics. I'm surprised at how affected I still am by his death, but, as you said, when it's a band you grew up with... Thanks for doing this. :)

[@G65gear]

“Where are we going now?” That’s the best reaction to Rush - totally unpredictable within outstanding quality and musicianship.

[@lincoln3307]

RUSH is my favorite band and has been since 1980. So glad you choose one of their songs! Love REBECCA!!!! Yes, Geddy's voice IS a head voice! They have toured over 40 years until Neil decided to retire after their last tour and SADLY just recently passed away.

[@lorrainehenkel6310]

“Where are we going now?” I laughed like an idiot in the house.

[@RavenGuitar]

Yes it was recorded there (at the end scene) - that was a studio called "LE STUDIO" in Morin Heights, Quebec, Canada

[@ericmaddox8516]

Thank you for giving Rush a listen. They've been my favourite (British spelling) band for over 40 years.

[@HMarcBower]

Canadian spelling, too - appropriate for rush. :)

[@stevendugger3722]

Great channel! Great reviews and what a joy to see a Rush review! Thank you! Dig a little deeper and you'll be pleasantly surprised. Caress of Steel has some very intense vocal gymnastics on it. Any of the early stuff really. And A Farewell to Kings. Can't forget that! I'm so glad I found your channel! Keep up the amazing work! 👍😎

[@Katalex29]

I would love to recommend one song that I feel is a must listen to. The masterpiece "The Garden" is the final song on their final album- even if you do not do a video, please listen to this incredible song, it is so deep, so meaningful and so profound. I am a life long Rush fan and this song resonates like no other- and there are many to choose from.

[@jacksonandrews1268]

I posted this above to someone else's comment about this song, but it's SO nice to see others who appreciate this song for what it is and what it means to me as well! One of their most beautiful songs ever and the perfect ending to an unprecedented musical legacy... "Clockwork Angels" was not well accepted, but it is probably my 2nd favorite album of theirs behind "Moving Pictures." No band in history can come close to their blend of perfectionism, complexity, musicality and lyrical depth. Neil's understanding of society and the human condition spoke to me like no other musical act and shaped my outlook on everything from philosophy to politics. He will be missed dearly by his millions of fans, but their music lives on forever!

[@mack7372]

Katalex29 I was hoping for someone to say to give this song a good listen too.Thank you!!To me a hardcore RUSH fan I read deeper into songs and this song was in my heart was Neil’s goodbye to all of us.

[@calkelpdiver]

@@mack7372, absolutely correct about The Garden. It was Neil's goodbye to the fans. He knew he was ready to finally hang it all up. I don't think he knew that 5 years later he would be gone, but I think he felt he needed time to spend with his wife and their daughter. He wanted to really be there for them. It was tragic how his first wife and daughter passed away. And I think it left an indelible mark on him. So the second time around he wanted it to be about his family.

[@playbassken]

It always brightens my day to see your latest reviews and even more-so when it's my favorite band, RUSH! Love it!

[@jere3651]

If you want to hear more of his earlier range, listen to anything off of Hemispheres, Farewell to kings or 2112. He still has great range in the 80's/early 90's IE: Permanent waves.

[@davidcooks5265]

Rush have there special sound, I love listening to them they calm me down when I'm feeling angry 😀💕

[@PeartEnvy2112]

I hope that you actually looked at the lyrics of "Limelight". Unfortunately they retired and Neil Peart passed early this year. He was the lyricist and greatest drummer/percussionist of all time.

[@brentparks3669]

Keep the videos coming, your giving us entertainment during this whole Virus thing that’s really needed and appreciated. Stay safe!

[@rva]

Thanks I'll do my best for y'all

[@TriangleDancing]

Wow, seeing this on my suggestions was quite a surprise. Geddy's vocals are so polarizing, especially during their early years. Right before this song came out he started to tone his wailing like a banshee sound. If you want something like that listen to "Anthem" from their second album, "Fly by Nite". Rush is my favorite band, I'm really pleased you decided to react to them. Hope you decide to do some more!

[@pauljacobi340]

"In the End" from The Fifth Order of Angels soundboard bootleg. It's from The Agora in Cleveland, 1974. Such a chunky bass sound but, you can so hear how hungry they were and how much they wanted it. Seen them a dozen+ times starting the the Presto tour and never got to hear live that "FOUUUUUUUUUUUR!" countdown near the beginning of this. Rip Neil. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXK9d4psm6lqqcU

[@MuscleEire]

I loike singing too sorry for English

[@Richard-B]

Referencing In The End '74: Great vocals

[@crimfan]

I think he really had to tone it down. My suspicion is that he was well on his way to developing vocal problems and had to ration how often he was singing in the upper notes of his voice. He quit smoking around 1980 or so and really started taking care of himself. He still sounded really good as a singer through the '00s. He's nearly 70 and looks way younger.

[@GeddyBre]

Loved your reaction, wish you could've seen them live, simply incredible. Every time. You would be so much fun to see Rush live with... sadly those days have passed. Carry on, love your channel.

[@scottlindsay841]

Play the whole song , jumping through the best parts ..

[@JoschC]

She has to edit out some of it to avoid copyright strike

[@TirzaScarlet]

Countdown, is my all time favorite from Rush. Every time i hear that song brings me back home to my parents house. And my brothers was playing this endlessly! Good memories. And Fantastic song!

[@motodork]

Yeah, try assessing Cygnus X1: Book II from the Hemispheres album. Seriously.

[@gessicacom_g]

Simply my favorite band of all times! No one’s ever the same after listening to Rush 💜

[@salsaucedo]

They have been together since the early 70's, their debut album "Rush" came out in 1974, so they were together for 40 years

[@tradeforexwithgrant5787]

Late 60s

[@crimfan]

They broke up in 2015 (effectively) and in 2018 (officially), but they had a LONG run.

[@rodneyhiers5311]

Rebecca, Glad you got to listen to this! RUSH is and was the BANDS band! REAL Musician pioneers! Most of the major bands have RUSH as their influences. Several Decades of major Influence! To see them Live was breathtaking! Geddy Lee playing Bass AND Keyboards AND singing! Wow! Alex Lifeson amazing guitarist! ...........then there's NEIL PEART! My number 1 drum influence who had a huge huge huge huge following of "air drummers" in cars and live in concerts. So many drummers with setups just like Neil Peart's. Not to mention he was the lyricist for the band. Such a private band, so grateful to have seen them 5 times in concert along with my son when he was young. Sad to hear of his passing, grateful to have enjoyed their music all these decades. On a closing comment, the first time I ever heard "Tom Sawyer" I remember I was at the beach in the early 80's. Rebecca, Please listen to TOM SAWYER and tell me what you think............thank you for your positive reaction and comments to this one-of-a-kind band.

[@CharlesEMurphy]

If you want to hear him really go for it, check out Rush Xanadu

[@dorarie3167]

Thank you from all the Rush fans! I recommend the live video of The Garden, a particularly touching song now given the recent passing of Neil Peart, the drummer. It speaks of a life well-spent and features strings and gorgeous stage production. I still cry when I watch it.

[@gozirraizroose]

You think there's a lot going on in this one, Rebecca, try "Spirit Of Radio".

[@kimmieess6171]

Agreed. My son, who is 19 and a total hip-hop junkie, went berserk when he heard the bells on the chorus. "Damn, mom. That was fire."

[@markchidester6239]

Xanadu!

[@zeppelinfan9360]

My second most favorite inspirational band of all time! RIP my Brother Neil. 🙏

[@CaptJohn421]

Please, do Available Light by Rush.. incredible vocals

[@JRTrilling]

In the hearts of Rush fans all over the world, they will ALWAYS BE THE KINGS of the musical universe. And by the way, they formed with original drummer John Rutsey in the late 60's and put out their first album in 1974. The band's last live performance was Aug. 1, 2015, which gives you a timeline of how long they recorded and toured.

[@messengerofgodlightstorm438]

Rush, the most unique band which is three members I have ever listened too! Neil Peart, was an excellent lyricist as well as a drummer! Rock on! Stay safe, Rebecca!🌷✌😊

[@crimson777king]

Rock on, not arf!

[@noahbawdy3395]

This is what I listened to in High School. Rush always gave us all they had. I was lucky to see them live four times.

[@martinlawrence8427]

Geddy's voice, an acquired taste, but comes as part of the whole immense, awesome, inspiring Rush package!

[@adamjcasey]

Thank you Rebecca. People discovering Rush for the first time is delightful. Been a fan since 81 and loved your shout out to Neil's passing; still devastating today. RIP BUBBA love you

[@jimlab]

Easily one of the most talented and polished groups in history and it was a travesty that it took so long for them to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Geddy's voice has always been one of the most controversial things about them, though. People either love it or hate it, there is no middle ground. Personally, I can't imagine Rush without Geddy's shrieking vocals.

[@jacksonandrews1268]

I feel the same way. The fusion of all of their musical skills came together like no other band, ever. And Geddy's voice would not have worked well without the complexity of their music and lyrics. It was a perfect match...

[@rockonileva]

Geddy Lee has such a JOYFUL voice!

[@johnrust592]

OK you've done Limelight. Now you have to do Subdivisions and Tom Sawyer.

[@larrybarrjr.6720]

Music is, truly, the universal language. It can mean something different to each of us, but it has no color or class. If it speaks to you, it speaks to you. That's what I love about it and I love that my 25 year old daughter has everything from the Beatles to some weird (to me) band that I've never heard of. I still respect everyone who's out there doing it. Whether writing, playing, singing, or all three. It will always amaze me, because it's like a foreign language to me that I wish SO BADLY, that I could be a part of.

[@oregonwoodelf]

That Jordan clip...😂

[@Spiritbro77]

Rush was together and performing from the early to mid '70s until just recently. They were at their peak from the '70s to the mid-'90s. I saw them 7 times live and each time was a wonderful show! One of my favorite bands growing up and to this day. I can listen to Rush all day long and not get tired of it. RIP Neil!

[@Is..4110]

Rush!!! Quite arguably the single most talented band in rock history....

[@jacksonandrews1268]

No argument. They are the most talented, but it was the fusion of all three that made them that way. It was magical. Makes me believe in predestination and that certain things are meant to be. I am a huge music fan with over 22,000 tracks in my iTunes collection from nearly 2000 musical artists and Rush reigns supreme over all others.

[@Is..4110]

@@jacksonandrews1268 oh, without a doubt! I believe rush still would've garnered some success with John Rutsey but nothing compared to what they achieved when Neil entered the band.. Neil Peart completed the trio and challenged Geddy and Alex to stretch their own limits.... In my opinion they truly are the most talented band in history..

[@rhiannaigglesden3939]

Hey Rebecca! They sound great!! I don’t know much of anything about this band so it’s good to see them on channel! Thank you for posting as always! Xxxx💚💚

[@dannotechnology9787]

May I suggest you listen to Triumph? "Lay it on the line" or "Magic Power"

[@GRIMSBONIAN13]

Another High School band in southern Ontario.

[@jimgardner5129]

There's a name I haven't seen in print in a long time. Yet when I think of 70's Canadian bands, they immediately come to mind, along with Rush, BTO and April Wine. There's something special about 70's Canadian rock.

[@PurpleWillowArts]

RIP Neil. So sad. I love Rush so much. I luckily saw them live a few times and so glad I did. Amazing show!!!!! Thanks for doing this RVA!!! #alwayskeepfighting #neverstopsinging

[@gryphonkin]

This is probably the most "Neil" song they ever did. He was an extreme introvert. He only did interviews with drum magazines and never did meet and greets. This got him a reputation with some as arrogant and unappreciative but he explained it in their 'Beyond the Lighted Stage' documentary. He is extremely embarrassed when people tell him he's the best of all time (he totally is) or that he's changed their lives. He just isn't one of those people who handles compliments well. Sounds strange from a person who makes his living playing for 20k people a night, but I always thought part of the reason his drum kit was so encompassing (aside from the fact that he uses it all) was because it was a bit of a psychological barrier to let him play but not have to do the extrovert thing.

[@commandox8upoop642]

Rush was one of the favored bands of my younger years. Their music spoke to me in ways that many other "metal" artists music did not. They were like the old mystic of musical wisdom and travel for me. Love them. Thanks for taking me back again Rebecca. You look smashing! I hope Neil was given a good drum set up there.....

[@frankwitte1022]

Perhaps their best and last song is something to try: "The Garden" from their last album "Clock Work Angels".

[@jacksonandrews1268]

One of their most beautiful songs ever and the perfect ending to an unprecedented musical legacy... "Clockwork Angels" was not well accepted, but it is probably my 2nd favorite album of theirs behind "Moving Pictures." No band in history can come close to their blend of perfectionism, complexity, musicality and lyrical depth. Neil's understanding of society and the human condition spoke to me like no other musical act and shaped my outlook on everything from philosophy to politics. He will be missed dearly by his millions of fans, but their music lives on forever!

[@jaymann2112]

If I could give your comment a 1000 likes I would. 👍🙏🏻

[@gordonmills2748]

My favorite band of all time. One of the amazing things about them is the way they play with time signatures. Somehow they manage to shift the time in many of their songs, but do it so effortlessly and seamlessly you don't even notice. Until you try to play it! And while it's true that Lee wasn't able to hit the super-high notes in later years, he adjusted his vocal style on later albums to reflect his changing voice. The band adapted in many other ways, constantly changing and evolving their sound, not just trying to repeat the same stuff over and over.

[@anthonyg155]

Gordon Mills I was thinking the exact same thing - in fact I do every time I hear this song. The time change during the solo is so fluid and subtle that you don’t even know it’s happening.

[@Hollingsworth2781]

Rebecca, please do: walk in the shadows by queensryche. The studio version.

[@leddygee1896]

Yeah... That's a good one.

[@crimfan]

She's done other Queensryche before.

[@mvunit3]

Yes! Awesome song and shows off his voice. Also Live in Tokyo "Warning" and "Before the Storm". Livecrime's version of "Breaking the Silence" too!

[@Richard-B]

Thank you for reacting to rush! My favorite band. Glad I discovered your channel, you have a great personality/presentation!

[@rva]

Thanks for watching 💯☺

[@jaym3064]

Hi, Rebecca. First off, you’re just lovely. As an American bloke I can’t get enough of your accent. Rush has been my fav band since around the time this song was written in 1981. Thank you for recognizing the beautiful qualities of Geddy Lee’s voice. He’s taken a beating from critics his entire 40 year career. Rush earned their reputation with sincerity in the studio and touring. About 3,500 live shows from 1968 til 2015. Other songs you might enjoy: The Spirit of Radio, Subdivisions, Closer to the Heart.

[@Fulschermd]

Rush are legends.. impeccable musicianship, thought provoking lyrics, one of a kind vocals

[@RichardNievesNY]

7:04 - Yes. They recorded most of their early albums and filmed some videos at "Le Studio" at 201 CH Perry, Morin-Heights, Quebec J0R 1H0, Canada

[@Air6Cav]

The most Incredible Rush fantastic genius and talent ! And, you and your reactions are Divine, sweet Lady !💥

[@aceshelman]

Goddangit Rebecca, you are a LEGIT SNACK! Long time watcher, love your style. 👍

[@ajo3085]

Wow... I've just found your channel and the wide variety of artists you have reacted to is quite amazing. A lot of it is music I have grown up with/love so I will look forward to working my way through singers I'm familiar with and hearing your take on them.

[@sammyjarnot1746]

So glad to hear your thoughts on a Rush tune. As a former Rush cover band singer, I highly recommend "Red Barchetta" for range and storytelling through song. From their more recent albums, "Far Cry" to me really highlights Geddy's later singing style, with a bit lower register and more resonance. And the fact that he can sign while playing 2 instruments and a ton of pedals was always amazing to watch. They are/were fantastic musicians, I sorely miss their performances.

[@josephberg1586]

The 1st time I played RUSH - Subdivisions on the Drums and nailed it. I shed a tear. Not a professional drummer. U.S. Marine, drumming is a long time love affair. When You nail it, it's the best

[@Grant_S_M]

You get nice messages because it's easy to tell you're just plain old nice! Thank you for showcasing RUSH. They are unique and a genre all of their own :)

[@StokeBass]

My favourite band, and it's been like that since the late 70's.

[@dallasstiles118]

Just saw this and I really appreciate it. Neil was a big influence on me and I love your channel. I understand this song was autobiographical since Neil was an introvert. You're so passionate when you look at all these different idioms, thanks

[@anthonyc9131]

I can't believe it, I'm not sure when I subscribed to your channel, been requesting for you to react to Rush since then. Finally the day has come Perfect timing, since I cant leave my home. MORE RUSH...... Thanks again Rebecca⚘

[@platonicdescartes]

Love the Michael Jordan PSA insert, that was some great editing and hilarious.

[@michaelgervais2901]

Lol. I love your authentic reactions and your depth of knowledge... and your ability to share with us as you follow along. Glad I found your channel!!

[@rva]

Thank you!

[@michaelgervais2901]

@@rva I'm one of those people that can halfway play guitar but can't sing at all. Which sucks... cause.. well, it just sucks. Lol

[@evehosgood]

Takes me back to my childhood ☺ My grandad was a huge rush fan and I have all their albums on my Spotify 😀 Hopefully you are staying safe xx