What's next for Rush?

[@Brian_Boru]

The gold standard of rock and roll. Three wonderful guys. RIP Neil.

[@LudwigSC93]

more like Platinum standard :)

[@Joseph-vl4uk]

@@OneIssueVoter Way to tell everyone you don't know what you are talking about. Geddy is widely regarded as a top 10 bass player all time and has extremely complex and recognizable bass lines, and Alex was ranked top 50 in a list made by a company that has long detested Rush while a plethora of other great guitarists sank low on the list, and likewise has complex riffs and solos. The only way they could be as good as they were was if all 3 members were elite at their artistry, otherwise they would have gotten no where if any single leg fell flat. No 3-piece band could produce so much sound and have so much success if any of them lack. Yes Peart is the most regarded and recognizable member, but nothing about the other two members is "generic" lmao

[@carlwilliams6977]

7:10 Whoever poured the interviewers beer (on the left), should be arrested, and never allowed in a "brewery" again!😮

[@travis1572]

​@Joseph-vl4uk well said I would put Ged in my top 5 They all made it work Even though we loved Neil RIP I'm a hell of an air drummer

[@msh6865]

@@OneIssueVoter and what bar is your band playing in this weekend?

[@braziliantvhd2768]

There is not Rush without the Professor, period.

[@johntomasik1555]

Apparently you're not paying attention. There's Rush beer and Rush mustard.

[@Andrew-s3b]

Everybody on Earth deserves a friendship as long and healthy as Geddy and Alex.

[@johntomasik1555]

Nah, that's not true. I imagine you'd really have to have a special bond, and then still work hard at it. A friendship like that is earned and should never be worthy of everyone.

[@SeiyaSoiya-un4jj]

One of the best bands in music history.

[@genghiskhando5507]

💯

[@jumpingjacks5558]

A very touching interview. RUSH never went through the calamity of doing hardcore drugs and band members going off to rehab or commit suicide. The best, they never split up or sued each other. They were a family that played together and stayed together. The road they have traveled on to superstardom had to be difficult in the beginning. Their music was certainly different and fresh. They stayed true to themselves and their art. RIP Neil Peart

[@patmanpow1173]

According to Geddy’s bio they actually did quite a bit of hardcore drugs, luckily not meth or heroin though hahah and no rehab. They are class acts through and through. And professional above all else.

[@jumpingjacks5558]

I should have made myself more clear. Hardcore drugs = Cocaine, heroine, meth krokodil, ect..@@patmanpow1173

[@conormccarthy9944]

@@patmanpow1173 I truly wonder what those guys were like on coke. They probably just read more ferociously

[@mcm3a812]

Rush, one of the greatest bands ever. No band like them will exist again. True musicians. No auto tune here.

[@tttarms1970]

Not even close. So glad I grew up in the right time witness to the MAGIC....

[@kendallevans4079]

No melody, no "beat"..just noise made for the Dungeons & Dragons crowd

[@mcm3a812]

@@kendallevans4079 all music from 3 talented individuals. Like any other band, there appeal is normally to specific generation.

[@Newworldman66]

@@kendallevans4079 On the contrary, there's a plethora of beats and melodies in Rush, just not so much of the predictable prosaic ones that you're accustomed to.

[@fishthefry]

​@@kendallevans4079 it's not that pop and rap mainstream crap

[@brunohoo]

Rush's been my absolute passion and inspiration for decades. Neil was the reason I started learning the drums. My dad went to Rush in RIo in 2002 and grabbed the DVD a couple of months later. Six-year-old me would watch it over and over again, sitted on the floor, pillows in front of me and wooden spoons in my hands, banging to Earthshine and memorizing every detail of Neil's solo. Twenty years later, still rocking to it, appreaciating Neil's fantastic lyrics, Geddy's resounding bass and Alex's distinct tunes. I'm a drummer to this day and will be a fan until the day I die.

[@davebasch5995]

The passion for his playing never goes away. Heard them first in 1976...still a huge fan....saw there final show...saw Neil standing on his balcony at home in Santa Monica....went and saw his R40 kit at DW factory 10 minutes from my house!!

[@TiaoShou]

🍻

[@markusthedrummer8143]

That’s such a cool story. I’d like to share two of mine. I started college in 1985 and I wrote Stewart Copeland, Phil Collins, and Neil Peart letters, asking for advice on how to make it in the music business since my dad forced me to go to college, but I wanted to go to Los Angeles and play in bands. Of the three Neil was the only one who wrote me back. It was a handwritten postcard And it was filled with sincere advice. Still can’t believe he wrote me back. My second story is seeing Rush on their 40th anniversary in Vegas with my then 72-year-old dad. We had 10th row tickets at the MGM and it was absolutely amazing.

[@ltlt1219]

Wonderful RUSH stories, everyone!!Neil Peart was truly a humble giant, an intellectual w a huge heart, soul and could play the drums and percussion like 'nobody's business'💪🏽🥁, and wrote genius lyrics, as well! All three members are humble, musical geniuses!🎶🤘🏼✌🏽 RIP Neil, his daughter &1st wife💔💔💔

[@tsamee4re351]

Fan till the day I die too.

[@leddygee1896]

They have been the Soundtrack to my life Since 1976. I personally Don’t care if they ever Play another note on Stage, I think they’ve Earned their leisure… RIP, Professor ❤

[@TimPimentel3006]

❤

[@hauntedhose]

Yeah …there is only one Neil Peart.

[@mdm6098]

Right on man. 2112 was my first concert, Civic arena Pittsburgh

[@jonEmontana]

Same holds true even without Neal. Haven’t found 3 musicians that compare in today’s ridiculous music world

[@mikebuc8847]

Same here.....same here

[@rick3747]

Thank you Mr. Peart for writing "Subdivisions" which is very likely the most popular anthem ever for all who are Introverts/Highly Sensitive people. RIP Mr. Peart ❤

[@carlosrosadovdg]

These guys are national treasures and such amazing role models. So thankful for them... RIP Neil.

[@clqudy4750]

Global treasures. Protect at all costs!

[@EricFansher]

No, they are way beyond a Canadian treasure, they touched the hearts of everyone around the world!

[@AudiophileTommy]

They are INTERNATIONAL 🎉❤

[@jackluminous6024]

⚔️ IN THE NAME OF THE BASSIST ⚔️ AND OF THE GUITARIST ⚔️ AND THE WORLD'S GREATEST DRUMMER AMEN 🔵😳🔴

[@stormbringercoming8105]

Never a big fan of the music, but they have more integrity than any band out there. Always stayed true to their vision and never wavered. They did it on their terms.

[@spuds6423]

​@@fzr1000981and "The Pass".

[@Grodd70]

I have to be honest when I was a "young metal head" :) hard to believe 30+ yrs ago I never got the Rush thing. I liked a few songs but it just never clicked. Fast forward, I took the time to dive into their music. Rush is an amazing "Band" and band in the true since of the word. No ego's between members an actual musical brotherhood. With three extremely talented individuals. Being a avid motorcyclist and bicyclist I read Neil's book and it was very well written and an inspiration in over coming heartache. RUSH deserves every bit of their success and should have been inducted in the Hall of Fame much earlier than they were.

[@robertromanski43]

You might wanna rethink that and go back to the early albums and educate yourself they wrote about everything that's relevant. Neil was a brilliant lyricist as well as a great drummer Probably the best band that has ever lived

[@hello_its_me.]

May I suggest, you give them another shot by listening to "In the End" on their Fly by Night album.

[@andrewcaddell2670]

Everyday glory 😎

[@JasonNation72]

If Rush doesn't reunite it's not the end of the world. They have a cemented legacy and a catalog of music that will stand the test of time. It's worked out for Led Zeppelin when they lost John Bonham. They never reunited to make new music ever again and 43 years later, they're still celebrated.

[@kewinabea5439]

Very true

[@rickmontgomery3037]

Exactly...

[@maureencooney284]

Please leave well enough alone. And I LOVE Rush!!

[@pmoris4405]

Yes it’s an interesting point about Rush. All fans are just fine about the end of the band without The man. Would be very strange a tour with another drummer but if they fancy a come back they will get a warm welcome .

[@ryanleemartin7758]

True but Zep did play together again a few times.

[@frankwalker2120]

As far as I am concerned, there is no more RUSH without 🥁Neil Peart!!!!!

[@drno-xc1yt]

For a wealthy rock star, Geddy is such a down to earth guy.

[@tambor76]

He's like the complete opposite of Gene Simmons.

[@jaybee9269]

All of Rush is and was.

[@jimbosc]

I think most of that wealth is in baseball memorabilia and bass guitars....lol

[@gofoats]

This is why Rush could be at the top of their game, and not sell out. I would love to see Lerxst and Dirk put together a band with their own original material. They have it in them, and I think they want to let it fly. They should at least have some fun and call themselves "Victor's Headache".

[@stormbringercoming8105]

Probably because they only had a small circle of people that believed in their vision and stayed true to it. They didn’t get caught up in rock and roll excess.

[@flybynightgirl]

Great way to wake up on a Sunday morning ☆ I was high school teen girl so infatuated with this band and everyone knew it even the boys. In fact I got every friend their concert tickets. I went two nights one night girl crew and the other with my guy crew and it was normal. Lol 😂. I stopped going to shows when my father had gliomastoma in 2013 before Neil became ill. But I understood this gut wrenching diagnosis. My grandpa, a watchmaker, extraordinaire, fled from Nicaragua with my grandmother in the 40s from massive corrupt government to S.F. Strangely my events did match rush evolution. That said I cannot be more proud of my favorite band that I love so much. Ged and AL are the best. Love you guys for everything. Keep rocking Rush rules ☆

[@lawrencescottjr1619]

♥

[@SpringNotes]

Thank you for sharing your story. Are there any other bands that you can recommend ? Btw, I love your username. One of my favorite song by them.

[@spuds6423]

What most women seem to forget is that if you become a true Rush fan, you become even hotter than you ever thought!!😂😂😂

[@flybynightgirl]

@SpringNotes I listen to old Genesis. Lamb lies down on Broadway is a masterpiece. Steve Hackett spectral morning song and his Firrh of Fifrh from genesis is amazing He still tours. YES Albums. I am musician flute player and teacher I absolutely love Tull..i met Ian Anderson. If you ever catch Tull in town you must see him Ns his band perform. It's top notch. BtW I met Rushs.main truck driver and he drives for Tull when he's not doing Rush tours. Cool, huh ?

[@flybynightgirl]

@spuds6423 did get a few marriage proposals haha

[@ryanarborist]

If you watch the doc Beyond the Lighted Stage, one guy says "Ive been a fan for 30 years and they never let me down." Such a terrific band.

[@Pirelli913]

I love Rush. This made me tear up multiple times. The guys seem so genuine and down to earth. RIP, Professor.

[@TheBandit7613]

I knew I wouldn't make it thru this video without crying. And I don't cry.

[@EricFansher]

CBS could have at least recognized John Rutsey. He was in the band 6 years. To put that in perspective, that is only 4 years less than The Beatles were together. They present this as if Rush formed after holding drummer auditions and finding Peart. That aside, it's not everyday that you see a two guys that have been together for over 50 years that have been put through the rigors of one of the toughest industries and still have so much love and respect for each other. It shows the corrosiveness of taking yourself too seriously and the importance of humility and keeping yourself grounded. I would love to hang out with them, such wonderful human beings! We are all so lucky to have had front row seats to watch the career of thee greatest progressive rock trio ever formed. Whether or not Peart were still alive, he was done. He was walking away, retiring from music. As a fan, I am 100% on board with what Geddy and Alex decide to do moving forward. As much as I love and respect Peart, there was Rush before he joined the band, there can be life after. There are hundreds of thousands of people who have lost a beloved spouse and remarry. As grief settles, they come to one realization. We are given one trip on this ride. They can spend the rest of their trip in sorrow, or they can continue to honor that persons memory, pick up the pieces and move forward. Doing so does not mean that you no longer love or care about that person. Rush's lyrics were Pearts thoughts, words and life experiences. No better way to honor his legacy than to continue singing those words.

[@samiam7342]

thanks for mentioning that............John may have not been the right drummer for the band, but he was an original member for a significant amount of time......Apparently, they called him the working man.......😉

[@mattmarkus4868]

I don't know about that. Plus, he went along with wanting to fire Geddy while being the band leader.

[@EricFansher]

Ray Danniels was the one that wanted Geddy replaced and he ended up being their longtime manager. @@mattmarkus4868

[@drumdad54sdl47]

I also think John deserved a mention. He did a good job on their debut album & his status as founding member merit this.

[@travis1572]

Words well spoken,never forget,and no regrets, life is short,it will pass you by so quickly,I feel it's ok to move on, isn't that what Neil taught us .

[@squeedum4893]

I honestly cannot think of any other musicians that have a true and honest love for. Not only giants of music, but incredibly decent human beings. Rest in peace, Neil. ♥♥💔

[@rsbreth]

lots of other greats out there -Jerry Cantrell would be one of many.

[@rblauson]

Words of wisdom from two of the finest men&musicians on the planet. RIP Neil.

[@agoraphobicadam1171]

Alex: We'd seen a lot more girls at our shows. Geddy: Like five or six. lol

[@williambarger8043]

Saw Rush at Joe Louis Arena in 1980. It was the Permanent Wave Tour and I was hooked. The tickets sold out in 15 fifteen minutes. The Professor Neil Peart is missed and will never be forgotten. Thank You Rush, for the Music.

[@DontLetTheOldManIn]

And you probably saw them for $10. I saw em in Atlanta’83, Signals Tour, $12.50.

[@GoodBoyChevy]

In 1975 as a 16 year old Canadian kid, I took my younger brother to see RUSH & Nazareth in concert at the Pacific Coliseum in Vancouver BC, Canada. Lucky for us we got see each of those two bands play live numerous times thereafter. Each RUSH concert was a whole new experience ; as they always changed things up and never left us disappointed. In 2002, I read "Ghost Rider: Travels on the Healing Road" by Neil Peart and that book had a profound impact on me. He was a not only a great drummer, author and lyricist, but a fine man as well. Alex and Geddy have always impressed me, not only with their great music ,but also their enduring friendship as "goofy" pals (so were my brother & I). I am looking forward to reading "My Effin' Life" by Geddy Lee and hopeful, that someday I will see them play live again( as RUSH or as themselves). When I return home to Canada next year , I will be sure to visit Henderson's Brewery and enjoy a nice cold RUSH! Cheers!🎵

[@cygnals524]

@!GoodBoyChevy Neil's book "Ghost Rider: Travels On The Healing Road" had a huge impact on me as well. Neil also inspired me to start journaling after reading that book. I was so happy to see them tour again & took my children to their first concert in 2002 which was Rush. I have seen them live 16 times on 14 different tours since 1982 when I was 16 which was the first time I had seen them play live. They have never disappointed me either & as a guitarist/musician they have always influenced me to become better & to always keep learning & pushing myself to play things that are difficult and even out of my range at first, until I spend a lot of time practicing. Their catalog of music is still inspiring to this day & I can always learn something new just by re-visiting an old song of theirs or learning an older song by them I wasn't good enough to play years ago but have advanced enough now to do so. Not only did Neil's book "Ghost Rider" influence me, all his books have as I have read every book he has ever written & when he had his web site up & running I use to read his book reviews at "Bubba's Book Club" and have discovered some amazing authors & excellent books by checking out some of the ones he reviewed there. The site was still up the last time I checked with plenty of his older reviews still available to read. Thanks for mentioning his book "Ghost Rider" I always felt it never got the attention it deserved.

[@SDsailor7]

I hope that they will export their beer to the U.S. I wonder if its already here?

[@GoodBoyChevy]

@@cygnals524 : Thanks for the info and sounds like we would agree on many levels. 🎵👍

[@GoodBoyChevy]

@@SDsailor7 perhaps by now you have found the answer and it tastes good.Cheers! 🎵

[@kjrimple]

So nice to see CBS and others covering Rush and Geddy’s book. They deserve it.

[@PhotogV]

Rush is the soundtrack to most every part of my life

[@adamweston4152]

I bought my first Rush album at the age of 10 and I'm 53 now and I love Rush just as much, the best band ever!.

[@Sonny_AA]

I'm so fortunate to have spun around the Sun at the same time that these gentlemen were creating all that magic. Forever grateful for their music, charm and fortitude.

[@henryframpton2023]

Beautifully expressed

[@ssw77west]

I second that emotion!!👌🎸🎹🥁🍺

[@magneto7930]

These guys have always been the guys next door, as opposed to being rock stars. That's one of the things that we love about them.

[@jcb355]

I stood in terrible pain after a diving accident, for the entirety of the longest concert I've ever been to, to watch the most FLAWLESS band I've ever seen... and I loved every millisecond of it. I was guitarist that was hardcore into RUSH and I watched close... ZERO mistakes. Absolute Perfection. The musicianship is astonishing. I hope they continue - if they want to.

[@mikej6565]

RUSH are 3 great guys who offered the best of what human beings can offer. The perfect combination of great playing, wisdom and inspiration that nobody else has ever offered to the world!

[@zacgvids]

I love those guys, all through my youth and into my adulthood. RIP Neil. we miss you!!!

[@CrashPK77]

Thank you for not only spotlighting,but being respectful to, one of the greatest musical acts of all time, regardless of genre. #RushRules #NeilLives

[@BirdTalk13]

Right on! 😊

[@KevinHudson-q7i]

RUSH WORLDS GREATEST 3PIECE ORCHESTRA🥁🎸🎸🎙🎼🎵🎶 R.I.P. NEIL PEART💔 YOU ARE MISSED. RUSH ON

[@richcohen7644]

Rush fan since 1979. Not only was it the music, but the more we learned about them as human beings, the more we loved them. RIP Professor.

[@michaelshawn2946]

As a RUSH fan for 55 years, I appreciate what we had and everytime i put on a Rush album in the year 2023 i think this has always been my band..what a ride Guys.. R.I.P. NEIL...

[@bluevictory1010]

Those 3 men worked very hard for what they accomplished. No handouts or help, they did it on their own without whining and complaining. Pure work ethic and devotion to their craft. The world lost a bright light when Neil passed. R.I.P. legend!

[@morbidmanmusic]

so, they did it like most other bands do then. Yes. And as far as hand outs, you have no clue. You were not there. And yes, there was whining and complaining. That is part of it.

[@neilanderson7669]

I feel like I owe so much of how I live my life-with the most emphasis on authenticity, kindness, and excellence-to these men. So happy to have discovered their music in 1983 as a freshman in high school. To see them become esteemed in the world at large is not something I would have ever expected. I, and many of my fellow Rush fanatics, were sometimes ridiculed for loving them, and they were consistently reviled in the music press. Revenge of the nerds, eh? ❤

[@zoopit151]

Geddy, Alex, and Neil, thanks for all the wonderful music from the bottom of my heart! Hopefully there may be more to come!

[@johnholt2193]

These guys changed my life.

[@kendallmarquardt9583]

Been jamming to them since 1977. 2112 was my first Rush album and still a favorite. Thank you for this interview and thank you Rush, for great music and inspiration!

[@jeanneanderson3367]

My younger brother lovedddd this band. As a 15 year old, he slept outside for concert tickets; I covered for him & brought him & his friends coffee & food. Great band.

[@comical3303]

Such a great sister 😭

[@jeanneanderson3367]

We both covered for each other when necessary. When my folks found out, they were furious @ both of us & almost didn’t let him go to concert; they had a change of heart & let him go.

[@mariomoran7384]

Gettys voice is done. His last 2 tours were not good vocally. Maybe lip sync his voice. But i wont go see them anymore. He has too many high pitched songs. He cant hit those notes

[@nitromike66]

I’ll never forget when a friend of mine came over in 1977 with a record he had stolen from his older brother and said “You have GOT to hear this!”…IT was “2112” and I was blown away, it just couldn’t be that three guys were playing this incredible music! I was instantly hooked and have been a fan ever since. Like most, I was disappointed when they decided to hang it up, but appreciative of all of the years of amazing music. I was devastated when Neil passed away, such a loss for all who appreciate the epitome of musicianship, and understood when it was initially said Rush will never be again, however, Geddy and Alex are creative artists, and you just don’t turn that off, it is always in them and it had to have an outlet. If they were to decide to make new music and tour with one of the few premier drummers that could pull it off, I would be more than happy for them and look forward to hearing what they came up with.

[@mikeydan]

MAD love for Rush. Always have had, always will have.

[@dhindsjr]

I wonder if there will be a longer version of this on the internet? It seems like there was much more done for this interview? It was great though! I need more of Alex! ❤

[@StudioDaVeed]

It is a typical 5-7 minute feel good human interest story for the mouth-breathing masses from big media. Almost worthless in it's formula.

[@BigBri550]

"Who wasn't alienated as a teen?" I am so glad he said that. I remember that feeling back in junior high & high school, and I was just so sure I was the only one being estranged from everybody else. Probably youngsters todays are still prone to that illusion. Listen to your Grampa Ged, kids: it's not just you!

[@andrewsulfaro3468]

So happy you guys did Rush

[@mikehill33]

Rush is the only band i have ever seen that played an absolutely perfect set. Flawless and epic.

[@timjaeger6589]

I would also say they have just about as close to a flawless discography as it comes, which is even more impressive considering they had 19 albums and not one of them was truly bad!

[@pumpkinking5174]

They did it exactly how it should be done. Pure class with humility and Canadian humor 😎 I love them.

[@davidhay3412]

As a Def Leppard/Maiden/Priest/Metallica fan and humorless bookworm know-it-all teenager in the late 80's, I thumbed my nose at Rush. A few decades later, pushing 50 and now just a little past 50, I've put my foot in my mouth and developed a deep appreciation of Rush, their music, and just how profound their lyrics are. I caught this interview a couple weeks ago. In a quiet minute this morning, I wanted to go back and watch this again to write down Geddy Lee's final words of this segment, for a sticky to attach to my work monitor amidst all of the other to-do stickies I've got there.

[@AL-dy1lj]

Life changing music, glad you found them

[@BradiKal61]

First rock album I ever bought - Permanent Waves

[@Beefnhammer]

One of their best albums

[@luckymanindeed]

Those guys were such an awesome part of my youth. So great to see them appreciated.

[@agoraphobicadam1171]

How many seniors like myself can't help But "Air Drum" Every time a Rush song comes on the radio?

[@georgebentonjr3876]

My favorite band of all time.

[@amo0707-]

Although this interview was far too short, I needed to hear this wisdom from Geddy right now!

[@williamkerner]

We, Rush fans, love you. We miss Neil but we miss you too. Seeing both of you on tour would touch all of our hearts. Once again we love you and will always stand with you know matter what you decide to do. Bill

[@kevinmcgiffin10]

Geddy and Alex are two if the most genuine folks i've ever seen. Hope you two perform again even if you use several drummers and bill it as RASH or geddy and alex but do a simulcast show someplace ...tape it and give ALL the world a chance to feel the rush.😊

[@TheBandit7613]

After seeing U2 there, we need an encore, Rush at the Vegas Sphere. I can only imagine...

[@timothysmith7868]

Being a lifelong rush fan from the beginning of the band … they were the “anthem” of my life … I’m so blessed to have been born a time that I could experience and grow with the band. These three guys gave me something to hold on to and filled my soul with the most incredible lyrics … thanks Neil, and rock rhythms that made my soul soar… RUSH forever 😎❤️

[@skw0816]

Love this ... " Do what you believe because if you do what someone else believes and you fail you got nothing. If you do what you believe and you fail you still have hope." Geddy

[@steve.the.farmer]

Greatest band ever.

[@lawrencescottjr1619]

👍💯

[@bellabonnie3141]

As a sixty something huge RUSH fan who started listening to them as a teenager, thanks for doing this story

[@tsamee4re351]

Greatest rock band ever. Blessed to have been a fan since 1982 and saw them 50 times including the last show at The Forum. If they ever tour again even under another name, it will only be a bonus. If not, we saw three of the best that ever did it and all in good humor and with integrity.

[@srobert1838]

An Epic legacy. Canadian National Treasure and the professor on the drum kit.RIP. Neil

[@Jade_902]

I have always loved RUSH. One of a kind rock band. Party Hardy!

[@rickmontgomery3037]

Great to see this! And I really like Geddy's last line at 7:10, very inspiring and really makes sense :)

[@jeanetteschock4744]

Got to see them twice and was heartbroken at Neil's passing. In knew then 2020 was gonna suck. And Geddy's baseball collection

[@horseygurl143]

Once I found Rush in about 1973, I was in love! I saw them perform in Kansas City, Kansas at Memorial Hall and at Kemper Arena, in KCMO several times over the years. Yes, there were lots of guys there, but lots of girls, too. On stage, their music was loud and clear, the audience singing along with many songs. The lights would go out and the Bics lit up the place, in every direction, thousands! Rush would be wearing blousy light-colored shirts, tight pants, and boots. Geddy's hair looked like mine, and most of my female friends, too. Never a dull concert! Still play Tom Sawyer regularly on You Tube. Miss those who are gone. Wonderful story.

[@scottyb83]

I didn't know the history of Geedy's name and his parents. Nice to hear Geddy and Alex talk about life and the band.

[@merrillundgren1790]

His birth name is Gershon Eliezer Weinrib, anglicized to Gary Lee Weinrib then changed to Geddy Lee. In his biography, he writes of the harrowing story of his parents’ time in the concentration camps during the Holocaust.

[@ryanarborist]

There's a home movie on KZbin of Alex Lifeson telling his family during a dinner he wanted to be a musician. Said school didn't interest him and they're trying to tell him if he had an education if the music didn't work out he'd have something to fall back on.

[@roberthussey595]

@@ryanarborist The title of the Teen Documentary featuring Alex is “Come On Children.”

[@PuckDropCards]

I first saw Rush back in 1975 when they were the opening band for Blue Oyster Cult. Had never heard their music before that concert. The day after the concert, I went to my local record store and bought every album they had out at the time. They have been my favorite band of all time ever since.

[@martybrilley]

I saw that tour, and the one the next year, too, again opening for BÖC. They held their own, with the Cult, quite the feat. I mean, they didn’t get booed off the stage, like just about everyone else.

[@spuds6423]

And oddly enough on the Power Windows tour, it was BOC opening up for Rush in Binghamton NY!!!😂

[@martybrilley]

Very rare for BÖC to open for anyone. That says a lot about Rush. A lot of good things. I saw BÖC open for Black Sabbath in 1980, although they co-headlined. I didn’t stick around for the Sabs. Seen everyone open for BÖC, 156 shows in 50 years. Never disappointed.

[@spuds6423]

@@martybrilley Then you missed out on seeing Cortland NY's Favorite Son, Ronnie James Padavona Dio!! Dio was awesome and one of the most gracious people I have ever met in the business.

[@jackinthewoodsii8653]

@@spuds6423 Broome County Arena?

[@everydaystuffandthingsguy4554]

Thanks to KZbin Rush lives on. I can jump on KZbin and time travel back and forth through time and space and join my favorite band on stage or together during an interview out in public or in their homes. I was lucky to see Rush in 81 during the Signals tour at Riverfront Coliseum in Cincinnati. John Butcher Axe was the opener. Ironically we sat “Exit stage left” front row on Geddys left so close that we could see every detail. I take the spliced together memories from that show and watch them on KZbin and feel grateful that I had enough sense to go and see them live. I wish it was different but this is all we got. Thank you RUSH! RIP Neil. Alex and Geddy? Whatever you do in the future, even if it is nothing, you made a difference.

[@TheChef470]

No other band comes remotely close. The music was/is amazing but the love is what keeps me coming back......love you guys and miss Neil dearly. I respect whatever you decide to to.

[@gregorymoore7360]

I am a lifelong fan of Rush. This was a great interview to see on national TV on a show I never miss. I listen to Rush music every single day. So many times when I am listening to any of their 165 songs I think "This is perfection" or "That which is perfect." Listen to the first 5 minutes of "Xanadu" if you want to hear an example of "That which is Perfect." RIP Neil Peart, you magnificent poet and storyteller. Thank you so much to Alex and Geddy for enriching my life with your wonderful songs! Rush fan until the day I die!

[@davidkneitel1840]

That was one of the best short interviews of Rush that I've seen in a very long time. Oh, and Alex is the original co-founders of the band. Geddy came in a bit after. John Rutsey was the original drummer from 1968 - 1974. Neil then joined and pretty much became the main lyrics, while Alex and Geddy wrote the music. Rest in peace #johnrutsey and #neilpeart.

[@mistrrhappy]

I wonder if Geddy and Alex included John Rutsey in the interview discussion, but perhaps mention of Rutsey was edited out for time?

[@Dee_Leoni]

I was wondering if someone was going to point that out, that Neil wasn't the original drummer. To me it's a slight against John. He was on their 1st album for goodness sake. I'm really surprised Geddy and Alex didn't mention him. Shame on them.

[@frankcastle5294]

I dealt with Neil Peart several times in my motorcycle business. He was extremely intelligent...witty...charming...and most enjoyable to talk and listen to. I think of him often.

[@bassandtrebleclef]

Still the best live band I've seen.

[@robertsims6718]

"Do what someone else believes, and you fail, you got nothing...Do what you believe and you fail, you got hope "...I love that. It made the interview for me!!

[@clintelmore4420]

Been a bid fan of Rush since the 70’s Great band R.I.P Neil we miss you ❤

[@DAatDA]

There is no Rush without Neil. If Geddy and Alex wanted to find a new drummer to make a Rush tribute band and go on tour, I'd support that.

[@bws1971]

My heart goes out to Neal Peart, to lose his daughter and wife well within one year's time. I cannot imagine, and Geddy's mannerism in recalling it shows what good friends he and Neal were

[@damnyankeefl]

when I saw the vapor trails tour i literally burst into tears at the first note. which was, tom sawyer. they came back with a vengeance. it was a long wait for us, imagine how long it was for them...

[@PhilFeedback]

I’m so grateful that I got to see Rush live in concert Five different times over the years. Rest in peace Neil 😢

[@sithlord7530]

Best rock band period!

[@morbidmanmusic]

sorry, it doesn't work that way.

[@steveschaff4620]

Two of my lifelong HEROS!🎸🤟

[@BrandonDykeGuitar]

Great interview! What’s next for Rush? Anything they put their mind and hearts too! It’s as simple as that!

[@cornfilledscreamer614]

Why can't all musicians be like these guys?

[@KingDiamond714]

Seen Rush on the Signals tour. We had row Z on the main floor which is the very last row on the floor and when we got there and showed our tickets to the usher he took his little flashlight and looked around on the floor for row Z. There was no row Z so he called someone on his walkie talkie and then he said to follow him. He took us down to the 3rd row center. Needless to say we were freaking out. Turns out that Rush knew and everyone who had tickets for rows Y and Z got the same deal. Great times 😊. YYZ

[@ubeuonly]

Once u have Been that close. It ruined you...u have to be close for every subsequent concert...I'm a victim....

[@jamesmicucci7028]

That's a great story!! 👍 🥁🎧🎸🎸🎤

[@drumhead75]

I miss these guys. Never have I felt or experienced such joy than on the floor of an arena at a Rush show. Three guys made the most joyful noise I’ve ever heard!!!

[@BenjaminTeacher]

The Greatest Band Ever - @Rush

[@SLAYERSWINE1]

So awesome to see RUSH on CBS Sunday morning. One of the GOATProgressiveRock bands ever. Too bad they didn't do this interview when Neil Peart was still alive.

[@ChristosBassCovers]

Getty... Bro... What you have added to my life from a high school student in the late 70's to now is simply priceless. I started in third grade playing drums. Once I hooked into Rush, I picked up the bass and never put it down. Although my career was an engineer, my passion has always been music and I've never stopped playing. I'm retired now and I've been playing for mega churches in the area for over 15 years now. You have been such an inspiration and mentor to me all these years. My KZbin channel has over 750 songs now... I bet there are many aspiring teenage musicians out there that you can help set on this same life-long journey. It's the gift that know no age limit. We all miss Neal. In my mind, the greatest drummer that ever lived. A great writer too. I've read and loved all his books. I look forward to meeting him in heaven, but for now, what a fitting tribute to carry on his legacy. No matter who plays his part, we will be thinking of "the professor." All of the Rush heads out there are looking for you to come back ... we won't forget original Rush, but we all are holding out hope you, Alex and the next luckiest drummer in the world will be back on stage. Dare I dream...

[@AdamBorseti]

Honestly, I would be interested in Geddy buying up some of his old analog synthesizers and doing a completely electronic solo album. I wonder what that would sound like.

[@conradquek]

The distilled new wave sound would be amazing

[@luischavez3528]

Discovering Rush at 11 years old was my first real life revelation, something that happens a very few times in a life span. I was able to see the perform a couple of times. Thank you Lerxst, Dirk and Pratt(RIP)

[@tommyt1971]

Saw them three time in the 90s - I’m a lightweight next to their most hardcore fans of course but each time they put on the most astonishing show. Just when you think they couldn’t do something new onstage, they did! First time was 1991, opening night of the RtBs tour in Hamilton Ont and they played like they were at least halfway thru the tour. I ran into my ex-girlfriend a short time later - she was an even bigger fan of theirs than I was and she was green with envy!

[@overcompensation5354]

As a Rush fan since 1979 I can honestly say that this report is the best short piece on Rush I have ever seen. I know being a fan doesn't increase my qualifications to opine but I just had to say "well done CBS". Much love to Alex and Geddy from the UK. One last thing. Geddy's 'Effin book is a well-written and honest account of his life and I can heartily recommend it. Thank you Rush for being the lighthouse in the storm and the fog light in the smog. RIP Neil.

[@frankbalazs8816]

GOD BLESS THEM!!! GOD BLESS NEIL PEART❤

[@morbidmanmusic]

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[@yarsmythe]

I shed another tear at the mention of Neil Peart's passing. Still hard to imagine the Professor is gone.

[@RichardWTate]

The head on the interviewer's beer at the end is an all-time classic

[@oftenlucid]

I was noticing the same thing. I think you would do hard jail time if you were served that in Ireland or England. . . :)

[@lawrencescottjr1619]

@@oftenlucid Certain beers are supposed to be poured that way- to release the CO2.

[@moonscar119]

​@@lawrencescottjr1619there is no way any sane person would pour a glass with more than 50% head

[@michaelpuglisi1647]

My all time favorite band.

[@MrMegaFredZeppelin]

We love RUSHR.I.P. Neil Peart🙏🏻RUSH ON!!!!!!!🎶ROCK ON!!!!!!!🤘🏻🤙🏻✌🏻

[@diegopeart]

BEST GROUP IN THE GALAXY. Rest in Power, Neil Elwood Peart.

[@ayoung2112]

Getting older is tough. I have been a RUSH fan since 1987's "Hold Your Fire." I was 18 and that was my first time seeing them live. I went to Geddy's solo album signing in 2000 and his "Big Beautiful Book of Bass" signing in 2018, both in NJ. If they do decide to do some more work together I recommend Gavin Harrison as a drummer. When Neil was alive he thought highly of him. I think he can fill those big shoes.

[@A_to_Zappa]

WOW!!! I just watched RASH/Rush last night now Geddy and Alex are on National TV... It's a great Sunday.

[@DNR5586]

Yes! I have the occasional Rush Saturday night concert fix too. I just smile while watching this trio doing what they do best, and am thankful that I lived in that time to experience it.