Neil once said that playing for Rush in concert was like solving equations while running a marathon. Incredibly apt analogy imo. Is it just me, or do all Rush fans love seeing the look on someone's face when they're discovering Rush?

@SimRacingKnightmare

3 жыл бұрын

There is absolutely nothing better than seeing those reactions. The only thing even close is when people first hear Nightwish with Floor Jansen. Lol

@BruceBaxter

3 жыл бұрын

For sure!!! It is definitely amazing to see the lightbulb flick on during these reactions.

@Trblmkr07

3 жыл бұрын

I've found at least a 1/2 dozen of these reviewers that had never heard RUSH before and now all they have is just their video's to enjoy. The amount of joy in their music is but a touch of the iceburg seeing them in concert. So glad to see that even after 40 years they are still managing to find new fans that enjoy their music from 20-30 years ago. AWSOME!!!

@stevebonds5157

3 жыл бұрын

When you see the Professor at work, hard not to be in AWE!!!

@corystratton5397

3 жыл бұрын

@@Trblmkr07 I was lucky to see them for their "Roll The Bones" tour in 92. It was my intro to concerts. Best way to pop my cherry imo. RIP Neal

What's more, he was 51 years old when he did this solo! Neil's drumming aged like a fine wine. RIP to "The Professor"!

@libradragon

3 жыл бұрын

Damn Straight!

@markhumphrey3311

3 жыл бұрын

I thought he was more like 60 when he did this solo.

@Grateful4Today

3 жыл бұрын

@@markhumphrey3311 Yes he was..

@mirrer3103

3 жыл бұрын

@@Grateful4Today No, he wasn't. He was born in '53. This was recorded in September '04. You could Google this stuff, you know.

@dasboot211221

3 жыл бұрын

51 ain’t old.

"2112" in its entirety? Yes, please. You'll be absolutely blown away

As was said, every sound you hear is triggered live on stage by him. He has a foot pedal trigger (the tambourine sound through the parts of the solo), a dauz trigger pad right by his snare, the mallet Kat midi marimba, and the complete kit of Roland Vdrums that all run thru his audio array to trigger anything that isn't an actual drum. The orchestra hits are all thru the triggers (you'll notice he's always hitting an extra pad to call that sound), and at the end, he reaches back and hits a Vdrum pad to start the background jazz music. For the majority of his playing career, his solos were carefully orchestrated and performed the same every night, as their own songs. As he matured as a drummer and reinvented himself in the mid-90s, he took to allowing himself more freedom within the structure of the solo improvise more. That said, it is very much an orchestrated and structured piece that followed a set pattern. So it is both freestyle and written. He did, unfortunately, pass away this past January from brain cancer. Neil wrote the majority of Rush's lyrics and was a formidable musical and artistic presence; the number of drummers, lyricists, and musicians he influences is incredible, and he is one my biggest personal heroes, though he hated the thought of hero worship. He was very shy, but immeasurably talented and genuine.

@joconnell8145

3 жыл бұрын

I sincerely doubt I could have said it any better!

@philstone3859

3 жыл бұрын

Andrew D, yes! Thanks Andrew D. This should be pre-loaded into every RUSH comments section. ✌️

@kraigburningham4288

3 жыл бұрын

The Buddy Rich tribute...

@ub2bn

3 жыл бұрын

In the Tom Sawyer vid, you can see Alex smiling at Neil, teasing him for being such a perfectionist, even when just "playing" for the vid. The man had an incredible work ethic and dedication to his craft... r.i.p. professor.

@nathanfreeman681

3 жыл бұрын

It’s worth noting that he would workshop his solos for at least a month in advance of a tour. And he was personally disappointed in his performance in Frankfurt. He missed a few hits and the ostinato tempo fluctuated a bit. That’s the degree of perfection he demanded of himself.

Neil was just voted the greatest prog Musician of all time

Neil's drum solos are constructed like songs. Verses and choruses. The Master! He's not called "The Professor" for nothing.

@ObnoxiousNox

3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant observation!

@bobmac8309

3 жыл бұрын

Hes called the professor because if gilligans island.

@butchgifford1809

2 жыл бұрын

@@bobmac8309 Because (if) Gilligan's island??? I never comment on these websites!! But when it comes these videos,"while everyone is paying there respect to 1 of the greatest Drummer's ever... Your comment was just very DISRESPECTFUL!! Neil Peart was one of the most INFLUENTIAL and DEFINITELY MOST INSPIRATIONAL Drummer's of all time,"FACT!" And Joking about his Untimely Death, Is Something that Every Drummer in this whole world,would be completely PISSED OFF ABOUT!! You're the only one that ive seen joke about (THE PROFESSOR!) And seeing how this video is over a year old...I Can Honestly Understand Why Every Single Drummer In The World,Would Be Pissed off about your DISRESPECTFUL COMMENT!!! It's a good thing that KZread took off the thumbs down number!!! Because you would have broke a World Record for the MOST THUMBS-DOWN EVER! Everyone else is bragging and giving Neil Peart COMPLEMENTS!! (INCLUDING THE PERFECT GENTLEMAN REACTING TO THIS VIDEO!) Which by the way,"he is 💯%Correct!!!! Neil Peart was a GENIUS!!!!!

"Does that drum owe him money or something?" LOL!

@BruceBaxter

3 жыл бұрын

I laughed pretty hard at that part too!!!

He said his limbs were able to work independently from one another, keeping different times. I can't even rub my stomach & pat my head at the same time.

@MrShot999

3 жыл бұрын

😅🤣😂

@vince-ly6el

3 жыл бұрын

Thats 4 way independence at its best. RIP to the GOAT of percussion

@danao1796

3 жыл бұрын

I can't even walk and talk at the same time😂

@SimRacingKnightmare

3 жыл бұрын

The most messed up thing is that even though he could do that, he had great difficulty learning to ride a motorcycle. Lol

@robbiefrentz9427

3 жыл бұрын

I tried and fish hooked myself

After twenty or so years of being one of the greatest drummers ever, he decided to take drum lessons so he could continue to get even better. That was a huge part of his makeup. Never it’s good enough, and woke up every morning thinking “what is the most excellent thing i can do today?” The outpouring of emotion after he passed earlier this year was absolutely unreal. This man touched so many people! I cried my eyes out when i heard. A drummer magazine already did a massive tribute in one issue, and they’re already putting out another tribute even huger in October.

@darrelldog5

3 жыл бұрын

As good as he was, he never stopped learning new things. Especially from older drummers from the past, and present. As impossible as that may seem. Lol.

@friedpickles342

3 жыл бұрын

2 days after he died I had the biggest win in the stock market in my life. I do believe Neil was responsible.

@johnwoolard4599

3 жыл бұрын

9 months in and I still can not listen to Neil without tears. Every note this man played was planned. In interviews, he joked he would get aggravated at the drummer who wrote these pieces because they were so hard to practice.

@gerardkeane5641

3 жыл бұрын

I remember reading the program notes for Signals tour I believe, where Neil said Alex had programmed a drum machine. It was awkward to learn but Neil relished in it. I think it was the drum part for The Weapon. Happy to be corrected but it was along those lines 😉

Yeah, you could say NEIL was scary in the best fun sort of way. “The Professor”as he was known, was responsible for all the words you hear GEDDY sing. Not only was he the excellent lyricist he was one of the best percussionist who ever lived in one of the most epic ROCK bands that has ever existed. He was an intellectual and author, World traveler, family man. It goes on and on. I got to see him do this live several times over the years. Truly one of the all time greats. You are going down one of the best rabbit holes you can find. Have Fun!! Peace, Phil

@JaDem148

3 жыл бұрын

Not all but about 98 percent is close enough.😀

@tommarsh9180

3 жыл бұрын

So funny, I can remember being 11 and listening to the Exit Stage Left solo at night and being frightened by the raw power. It was like Gabriel hearing the voice of God.

@chrisalloway4189

3 жыл бұрын

Not one of the best... THE BEST.. not one single solitary or group of drummers teaming up could match him.. the Professor wouldnt break a sweat

@gregbrown3905

3 жыл бұрын

Your favourite drummers ,favourite drummer the professor.. the man the myth the legend my idol R.I.P.Neil

That was not a freestyle solo. He composed that entire solo. He was a musical genius and the reason I picked up a pair of drumsticks 17 years ago

Your favorite drummers favorite drummer, is Neil Peart! :)

Neil was indeed a musical genius. He also wrote all of the lyrics, published several books. He was an incredible man. Tragic loss to the music world.

Brings tears to my eyes knowing I'll never see Neil Peart live in concert again.

The drumming he did with the other music was a tribute to his drum hero, Buddy Rich, a big band and jazz drummer. That part of the solo was note-for-note one of his.

You just witnessed a Master Class in percussion. There's a reason that after Buddy Rich died, jazz musicians wanted to play a memorial concert and asked Neil Peart to play the drums. RIP Neil (the Professor) Peart.

This solo is even more amazing when you realize he was 57 years old when he did it!

Neil Peart worked tirelessly (so to speak) for all his life to make the genius of his musicianship come forth. He composed that drum solo. He came up with a structure within which to demonstrate all those styles of playing, from Military march, to African rhythms, to Xylophone pieces, to straight up Rock Thunder to Big Band Jazz and more! He put on a CLINIC! Woo! Hey, yes, please react to 2112! You should watch the version that has the Comic book style graphics that help tell the story! Awesome song! It will change your life!

Neil was not a drummer, he was a percussionist. THE BEST in my lifetime. RIP Neil.

Oh yes the professor at work.....🤘🤘 R.I.P NEIL WE MISS YOU ❤

Neil Peart is the coldest drummer to ever pick up a pair of sticks... mic drop ! ! !

This Man, named Neil Peart, was and still is, even in death, *The Professor*. We fans, and the many musicians that knew him, are simply humbled by Neil Peart's ability. Not only as a drummer, but as the premier philosophical Poet in his lyrical talents. This drum solo is but a fanciful way of taking us on a tour of self realization, What we take from it is ours alone, and none else. We are alive because of this.

“ how many pieces are in his drum set?” Answer: yes

@CorwinAlexander

2 жыл бұрын

All the pieces.

the best thing i can say about this was said by a drum instructor, in this solo you see every style of drumming possible, simply the best

The part where hes doing constant hand crossovers at 11:38 is so goddamn hard it's unreal. He wasnt human when you sat him behind a drum kit

what you witnessed was the GREATEST DRUMMER of music the world has ever seen RIP NEIL PEART

THE MASTER LEARN from him, Very humble man, did not care about fame, only his craft. I will always respect that about him , RIP Niel!

His set was over 40 pieces and made from wood that was 1500 years old. TRUE G.O.A.T. There will NEVER be anyone close to his perfection behind the kit.

You are listening to the best drummer ever. There was no one like Neil Peart.... no one. The BEST

He is s genius. He wrote the drum music and all the lyrics to all the songs. He studied with the all time great drummers. Nicest guy you could meet. RIP Neil Peart. 🙏

He had a PhD in Music and wrote 90% of all their music.. He was genius!

I was lucky enough to see Rush 6 times in concert... Seeing you react to this solo takes me right back to the pure joy I had every time I saw this🥰 There will never be a percussionist as talented as Peart was ~RIP~

RIP Neil. 😥🇨🇦 Any song by Rush is fine with me.

@michaelmellum4318

3 жыл бұрын

Every song brother.

@robbiefrentz9427

3 жыл бұрын

Im with you brother. One of my 10 year old daughter favorite song is fly by night. Im so proud

@vladtepes97

3 жыл бұрын

rivendell

@SJamesGill88

3 жыл бұрын

@@robbiefrentz9427 I'm a big Mystic Rhythms guy,he really touches on how deep our experience here is.

This is why he was called "The Professor" just an amazing drummer who inspired so many others. R.I.P Neil Peart....you are missed and it was a privilege to see you perform the few times I did.

You shuld see him live! He's a beast! After every show he goes straight to a limo and passes out!! I know this because we jumped the wall to meet them after the concert!!

I told you that number was for your future. (2112) Yeah, I’m not gonna say when you should hear it, I just know it’s in your future. Honestly, ANYTHING RUSH is worth it period. I’m very fortunate that I was in the right place in the right time. I’m from one of the bands very favorite cities, SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS. Sometimes they would book a couple of extra days just to stay here longer when they toured. This was one of the very first places that was into the band from day one of their career. We loved them, they loved us. That never changed. They played here almost every tour. 99% of the time. It was a hellava thing, RUSH night. Nothing quite like it. If you go to a lot of shows like I did you will discover that there is a different vibe for different bands. You know, a METALLICA concert is going to bring out all the hardcores all lit up ready to get loud and rowdy. RUSH night was a beautiful thing unto itself. Everybody knew what was coming and there was a very special kind of electric excitement in the crowd. A very happy concert vibe. There were no dummies in a RUSH audience. You could see and feel it, A little more intellectual, a little more civilized (for a ROCK concert). It was on! A true thing to behold and to be a part of! 18 times live for me. Unforgettable.

When Neil was born the doctor said to his parents....Congratulations, it's a metronome!!!

He did ALL himself , he was a unique genius. A Very kind humble man.

This is what a life time of mastering your craft looks like. I cant remember who said it but it sums it up perfectly "Neil Peart is your favorite drummers favorite drummer". And on top of that one of the best lyricists ever born.

And he also writes the lyrics to the songs he's a musical genius

Neil broke his solos down into sections. Some parts were crafted, like writing notes to play on an instrument. Other parts were freestyle, he's just hitting whatever happens to be close enough to hit. And of course he rehearsed all of it over and over to make them blend into each other. He used foot pedals to get the bass drum and high hat, but there was another foot pedal next to them to trigger the music. And that was all preprogrammed in. Each blast of those horns would be triggered by his foot hitting that pedal, so that he could time them with his hands on the drums. Then he used the foot trigger to start the big band song at the end. Everyone in Rush learned very quickly how to use those foot pedals and make them work seemlessly into whatever song they were playing. And half the time you don't even notice that they are playing one instrument with their hands, and another with their feet. I used to think that Geddy was playing bass on stage and that someone else was playing the keyboard parts off stage. And that might be true for a few songs, but most of the time, he was playing them with his feet using the foot pedals.

Most definitely 2112 masterpiece is a must to understand the song that solidified Rush and showed producers they had a monster band in Rush.

@donalddunlop401

3 жыл бұрын

2112 no cap. Take 10 mins before watching/hearing and read the song wiki.

@michele3314

3 жыл бұрын

La Villa Strangiato live in Cleveland 2011 is what you need to see followed by Working Man directly after that song in concert.

@Jangocat

3 жыл бұрын

Love that album but they evolved way beyond that. That's more like a get high and listen to the album.

Q: how many drummers does it take to change a lightbulb? A: 3. One to change it, and 2 to discuss how much better Neil Peart would’ve done it. (Don’t worry, this joke is said with love) Favorite Rush song is “Fly by Night”.

@ohboi9578

3 жыл бұрын

Cringe ass joke.

@derrickfoster644

2 жыл бұрын

laughed way too hard at that. thanks.

Just watched a life history . Neil was in tune with the universe honestly in his own personal view on life

Store Clerk "How many drums would you like in your kit?" Neil Peart "Yes..."

@theunbalancedcharge2077

3 жыл бұрын

I showed my sister a picture of his drum set after I said he was the greatest drummer ever, and she didn’t believe it was real.

The greatest. I am afraid we shall never see his like again. Share your love of Rush with your generation.

He was not just a simple drummer, he was an accomplished percussionist!!!!!!!@!!!!!!!!!!!

It's like they say, if you ask your favorite drummer who their favorite drummer is, they'll say Neil Peart.

The GOAT 🐐!!!!! R.I.P. Professor

You just witnessed the greatest drummer, and song writers of all time! The Professor! He's a musical genius.

Even if you never heard of him, he is most likely your favorite drummer's favorite drummer.

I'm obviously bias as Rush fan, but I'm pretty sure that no one will ever walk on earth that compares even closely to him...I'm so glad I lived in this time to see him operate, hear the words he wrote and listen to him play at this level day after day. Thanks so much Neil, RIP

I’m a drummer and we lost out shit trying to play his stuff in high school. And yes he’s just ridiculous!! Enjoy all of their stuff! Love your reactions!

70+ pieces in fact and he uses his fingers at times whilst holding his sticks, not human

2112 is a masterpiece... a "must" reaction. The song is a story, and there is a lyric video with an accompanying cartoon that takes you through the story. Highly recommend doing it that way, since it's important to follow the story to get the full effect if you've never heard it.

@realPenrodPooch

3 жыл бұрын

Can you find the right link and post it here?

@CygnusKC

3 жыл бұрын

@@realPenrodPooch kzread.info/dash/bejne/qWme2dqrhNTVdaQ.html

Your reaction was just like mine the first time I watched Neil Peart. Like watching a house cat eating its owners face, you can’t believe it’s real, you can’t look away and you’re never the same again after the experience LOL! Just amazing. Thanks for covering another classic great!

That's why he's the Professor.

Yep, he wrote, and planned every note! Genius is the perfect word to describe Neil Peart... Besides the drums, he was a brilliant mind. He even wrote the lyrics! He was one of a kind!!! There will never be another Neil Peart... R. I. P. 😢

RIP Professor! No matter how many times I watch it this always blows me away.

R.I.P. Neil Peart....just pure joy to listen to and watch.

How? A life time of dedication to your craft. It don’t come easy. It is work, dedication. All to give the best performance every nite! RIP professor!

Young man you nailed it on the head, a musical genius he was, rest in peace Mr Peart

I was lucky enough to have seen him do this solo live at one of their concerts I went to !! It was crazy when the whole drum set lifted and spun around while he was playing !! So sad to lose him so soon !!

RIP Mr.Peart,just a year since you passed,but your drums will echo through time.We miss you.

I love when others discover the absolute greatest in their craft.

The professor rip, yeah it’s a drum solo but he wrote all the lyrics so deep so brilliant .He’s playing homage to his mentors with the ending jazz session. So awesome

First Yes on "2112", then 3 songs from 3 different albums. The 1st one is "Cygnus X-1 Book 1 The Voyage" from the "A Farewell To Kings" album. The 2nd one is "Cygnus X-1 Book 2 Hemispheres" from the "Hemispheres" album. The 3rd one is “The Fountain of Lamneth” from "Caress of Steel" album. Then you can try a couple of shorter songs like “Xanadu”, “La Villa Strangiato”, "Jacob's Ladder", "Natural Science", "The Camera Eye" & “By-Tor & the Snow Dog” just to name a few of them!

He control's everything that you here from his drums. The big band music comes from his drums. He writes all the rush song lyrics. Yes he is a genius.

He's hitting triggers to ad certain sounds and to start the backing visual clips, he's doing everything you see and hear.

You should react to Xanadu Exit Stage Left by Rush . Its Epic, trust me !!!!

@bobrouse8634

3 жыл бұрын

Pinnacle of Rush is this song.

@MrRezRising

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. It really captures the insanity of creativity of that time period for them.

@scottnakasone5801

3 жыл бұрын

Ooooh, don't know if he's ready for Xanadu yet. That's way, way, way down the rabbit hole, there. May never get back out!

he does write it out. that's why they called him 'the professor'...he also had the time to write all the band's lyrics.RIP neil

Quick rundown; the part in the back of the kit with the black cymbals is his electronic kit that samples his original playing or unique sounds he wants. Towards the front with the brass cymbals is his regular kit, with the MIDI marimba peppered in there. The part that gets me is crossing his arms between the snare and floor toms, hence why he has one on either side of him. You can see a demonstration at 11:53. You know how stupid fast and precise you have to be to do that?? It's not fair how good he was!

RUSH IS EVERYTHING! And Neil Peart was the absolute best! He was aka the Professor! I just watched all of your RUSH reactions...and I believe you're ready! RUSH "XANADU" EXIT STAGE LEFT 1981 (LIVE) It'll blow your mind!🤯 Thank you my friend! Stay safe! RUSH=SUBSCRIBED! 💥💯🖤🎼🤘 RIP Neil Peart

The first concert I worked at the Xcel Energy center was Rush and they absolutely blew my mind! And yes, that solo sounded sounded exactly like that! Peart was a percussion God

Neil was a genius at musical composition with his drums. Another one of his talents that set him apart.

And Neil was ths the most shy of the three-man band (he passed in 2020 to cancr). Rush is incredible. Peart, final note, was the author of most of Rush's top-10 songs.

Many Rush fans go to their concerts to see Neil Pear's drum solos. He is "The Professor on the drum kit.

I first heard RUSH in 1978 and was truly amazed. They have been my favorite band ever since. I've also seen RUSH live in concert at least 6 times and IMHO, that man right there, Neil Peart, is the BEST Drummer that has ever lived. R.I.P. to "The PROFESSOR" You will be sadly missed

He was also the master lyricist, song writer , and drummer for the band RUSH.

He was so good he even knew when to ask other drummers for help in making him better.

THE PROFESSOR!!!!!!!! The drummer of drummers of drummer instructors!!! RIP, brother. YOU ARE LEGENDARY! :)

His nickname wasn't "The Professor" for nothing :D

@PaulW98Z

3 жыл бұрын

He also had another nickname in the industry.... “The Time keeper.” It was said you could set a metronome by him and he would always end on beat at the end.

Random person: Drum solos are non musical and boring. Neil Peart: Hold my beer.

@scottshields113

3 жыл бұрын

And pass the MaCallan after

@nathanfreeman681

3 жыл бұрын

It’s “hold my beer, eh?” :-)

@gettheledout4510

3 жыл бұрын

@@nathanfreeman681 Strange Brew, eh?! Take off you hoser Take off. To the great white north. Take off. It's a beauty way to go. Take off. To the great white north!

@nathanfreeman681

3 жыл бұрын

Val Fishburn well ten bucks is ten bucks.

@gettheledout4510

3 жыл бұрын

@@nathanfreeman681 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

You've been introduced to the art of drumming compliments of Neil Peart, RIP.... Great vid reaction!

This was fabulous and just what is needed for this time we all share. Thank you!

It's bitter-sweet watching this young man getting his brain cells reconfigured by listening to the best music ever written and performed, with most of us here knowing that so many of these visionary musicians he is getting newly acquainted with have already left the planet. It's never too late to have your mind blown, so I'm glad he's getting these opportunities. It changed my life growing up listening to these bands. I'm forever grateful.

That's why he was called the professor! R.I.P. Neil, you ARE missed!! Rock will never be the same!!

The “band” you’re hearing is actually Neil playing them. It’s amazing. Rip Professor.

he prewrote all his drum solos and did it every night

‘40’s swing ban drum solo. Best drummer that ever played. Straight up.

He also wrote the lyrics to their songs. Brilliant man.

I was lucky enough to see Rush a bunch of times in Ontario Canada this solo is amazing! Miss him so much

The final rush song on their final album is called "The Garden". I highly recommend watching the live version of this song (along with a lyrics sheet). Since his passing, that song has even more meaning to so many.

2112, YES sir

Most people don't know, Neil wrote most of rushes music. But they all contributed to every song. And made it theirs.

It’s a hybrid of carefully written composition and improvisation. Neil was a genius and, above all, an extremely hard worker! Love your reactions!!

Yes, he had 2 complete kits! One electronic kit and one acoustic kit AND the drum riser rotates! In addition the two kits he had several electronic triggers to add to the depth of the sound. Truly the greatest rock drummer ever

I loved RUSH before they were cool. First heard them in 1981. Saw them live 12 times and was never disappointed.

Neil Peart could play different time signatures with his feet and his hands. It took him years of practice to accomplish.

@iambecomepaul

3 жыл бұрын

Yup. At 5:46 he shows this. Man was a freak of nature.

Your r like my young son for the first time liesning so refreshing .my son is old he grew up on this since being in the womb . But you make an old lady happy. Thanks kid. Your mum dad kiddos lovey .yummy