I started playing bass when i was 14, played until i was 23,,,,then marraige and all that chit happens....anyway got out of it! today i find myself married again, only to my highschool sweetheart! She loves it when i play (and yes never sold my bass). for my birthday she bought me new strings and your videos have inspired me too play again at 52. thanks dude!

@TheZappa01

5 жыл бұрын

If there was an option for loving this comment rather than just liking it, I would gladly press that button :)

Thanks for watching the whole piece, I think it's one of his finest bass lines. One of many. Enjoy the show and thanks.

@hnoerdli

Жыл бұрын

We all think this is geddy's finest bassline. Complex at times and it in the pocket banging rock n roll other times but always tightly locked with Neil.

@JamMan6string

Жыл бұрын

Ok that was an impressive and enjoyable 15 minutes. But can you drive and play Geddy Lee air bass guitar at the time? 😃

@JamesMoore-un3cu

Жыл бұрын

You are absolutely right TJ, it is not only Geddy's finest creation, but one that I have always longed to play on bass myself. Thanks for the attention, care and expertise afforded to even attempt to play this track....😁

The fact that Geddy can play this and sing it is pretty fucking crazy tbh... 10/10 cover by the way

@TJH3113

6 жыл бұрын

Yep. Thanks.

@freemandiaz5123

Жыл бұрын

@@TJH3113 Ever sing brother?

@TJH3113

Жыл бұрын

@@freemandiaz5123 I don't really like to sing, but I've dabbled a bit. I'm more of a decent mimic than a good singer. Check out my "Collaborations" playlist for an example.

@freemandiaz5123

Жыл бұрын

@@TJH3113 Thanks! I'll check it out!

@nickhalden9220

Жыл бұрын

That is why he is the best and don't let anyone tell you else

Only Rush can tell a story about Greek gods and still make it a rock masterpiece

@TJH3113

5 жыл бұрын

Truth.

The bass guitar is such an underrated instrument. You make me want to pick one up.

@TJH3113

10 жыл бұрын

I think you should.

@HVACKABOOM

4 жыл бұрын

It isn't underrated here... :) You are totally right.

@milocabral7428

3 жыл бұрын

Then do it haha

My fiance had a stroke 2 yrs ago ...u brought him him back to his musical appreciation 4music....thank you ❤ he loves listening to you...

@TJH3113

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, I'm so sorry to hear that. I hope he's doing better and getting stronger. Tell him I send my very best regards... to you as well.

So good, at a loss for words. This song means so much to me, and to see someone nail it so perfectly brings tears to my once young eyes.

@TJH3113

8 жыл бұрын

+skumotube Thanks a lot.

@politicalstatement9231

7 жыл бұрын

TJH3113 what key is this song in?

@cameronjackson9467

6 жыл бұрын

E Major

@politicalstatement9231

6 жыл бұрын

Cameron Jackson. Thank you doo much, but out of curiosity are you sure?

@jonathansefcik473

6 жыл бұрын

It shifts keys a bunch of times so it depends what part of the song you're in.

This is almost better than listening to the album, my brother, as the bass is even more up front and you nailed it.

@TJH3113

10 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot.

@imontheoutsidelookingin2257

4 жыл бұрын

@@TJH3113 just awsome

Seeing Rush broken down like this..makes you realize awesome Geddy REALLY is..(gotta factor in the vocals & keyboards too!!) But sheesh,the fact you can duplicate his bass note for note so effortlessly..sheesh,man..just amazing!!! enjoy your videos!

10:40 to 12:00 is one of my all time favorite bass passages.

@TJH3113

6 жыл бұрын

Mine too!

@sdime9858

4 жыл бұрын

Great passage 👍

@jackspickphone6656

3 жыл бұрын

I fast forwarded to that , so I could listen along. Great choice.

@canadave5269

2 жыл бұрын

Geez, sing in 4/4 time while playing that...😲😲😲, crazy..

@bellbrass

8 ай бұрын

Mine too. And Troy nails it here.

I just bought a bass yesterday because OF YOU. You own me 530$ buddy XD

@TJH3113

9 жыл бұрын

Send me the bill. Congratulations, I hope you enjoy it.

@greedygringoprospecting6941

9 жыл бұрын

TJH3113 get the action set low so it doesn't hurt your hands and you don't struggle playing

Incredible job! In 1978, at the age of 16 studied this in my my bedroom using a cassette tape recorder. It took me 2 months straight to get it. But back then, I knew the magnificence of Rush, and the creativity they put into their music.

@TJH3113

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Same here.

7:38 is one of my all time favorite bass fills.

@knutnskar6796

6 жыл бұрын

Jonathan Sefcik Mine too. Geddy Lee is a true master in making great bass lines. So is Chris Squire R.I.P.

@joeyburgio6569

4 жыл бұрын

Jonathan Sefcik i thought i was the only one! i cant get over how amazing of a fit it is into the song

I honestly prefer watching your covers than just listening to Rush except if I'm on my bike.

@TJH3113

4 жыл бұрын

That's interesting. Thanks.

1:48, one of my favourite bass lines🙌🏻🙌🏻

@TJH3113

Жыл бұрын

That is a great part, isn’t it?

That first guitar solo always gives me the chills dude!

@TJH3113

5 ай бұрын

Me too!

Back in 1977-79 I was addicted to Rush.....After seeing your video covers, my addiction appears to be returning. A delicious addiction:)

@TJH3113

9 жыл бұрын

Cool.

Thank you for the high praise. And to think, Geddy was crafting this stuff in his mid-twenties.

you are incredible, this is a testament to your ability, wow

@TJH3113

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot.

the change at 6:30 really shows highlights the way (in a trio) the rhythm section has to step up during a lead guitar solo. Eric Clapton is quoted as saying "playing in a trio is the hardest thing i ever had to do".

IMO the finest bass cover on the web, all aspect considered.

@davidsherman7744

3 жыл бұрын

Tim Starace is equally amazing.

Amazing, and that's not said with any amount of exaggeration. Can't believe how well you've learned and memorized this song (and all the others on your channel), let alone how flawless this performance was. I assume it was a long time in the making to get it down as well as you have... years, perhaps? I'm so impressed. Also, I have to add: much respect to ol' Ged for writing/performing such an amazing bass part... and at only 25 years old.

Thanks a lot for letting me know that you find my videos helpful. No, regrettably I've never been considered a "pro".

Someone said it earlier, but the basspart between 10.57 en 11.38 indeed is f. great! Things like that set Geddy Lee apart from all those other fantastic bassplayers on this planet. I can listen to it over and over again.

@TJH3113

10 жыл бұрын

Agreed.

@floouk

10 жыл бұрын

It was me, and you are of course quite right.

@flavy1000

10 жыл бұрын

Thks for the quote..yes Geddy uses the F a lot , particularly on those old recordings...Now I thinks he plays much A in his new stuff.(scales I mean) Thks because you help me that I´m not getting mad about my ear listening!!

I am so happy to be born in the age of KZread where not only can I listen to the remnants of the musical gods but I can see people like you from across the world to help convey what maybe it was once like. Thanks. And brilliant. Been playing for a year and just got a 4003 😎 mapleglo

@TJH3113

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave such a great comment. Take care Hayden!

This is like listening to the original with the bass way more prominent. I wouldn't know a difference between this and Geddy Lee's playing, man.

As a drummer I am loving your playing. Drummers love this shit

@TJH3113

6 жыл бұрын

Very cool. Thanks.

Former bassist of approx 12 years, switched to singing after I busted my arm up in a football injury. I think I need to buy another bass and start up again. I miss this sh!t. Great stuff TJ!

@TJH3113

4 жыл бұрын

Do it!

In my 46 years of music monitoring this guy is Top Ten. Seems to be a youngster too. I have played most of these on bass and know how difficult these songs are to play. What a great joy to both watch and listen to this player. Congrats on a job very well done!

@TJH3113

10 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the very kind words. I'm not so sure about the "youngster" thing though.

@whiteninja9481

10 жыл бұрын

Gen. 5:27 Yer a youngster. ;-)

I don't really remember how long it took to learn but, knowing me, probably the better part of a summer vacation from high school. I am self-taught and learned to play by ear.

Don't be sad, be glad that he/they made all this great music for us to listen to.

I have actually started downloading your videos just for the audio and putting them on CD...It's the Rush mix I have always wanted.....everything turned down except the bass..and you play and sound like Geddy...A compliment I would NEVER have given to anyone...I hail thee!

Superb performance Troy. You have brilliant articulation and great 'chops.' It is an inspiration watching you play bass!

@TJH3113

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much.

watching you play always elevates the awe factor of their music.

@TJH3113

3 ай бұрын

Very kind of you to say. Thanks!

I bought a Fender Jazz Bass just because of you.....

@TJH3113

8 жыл бұрын

+John Kerry Outstanding. Now play it for yourself. I wish you much enjoyment.

10:41 the way that the bass line develops here from the original motiv is totally GENIUS

@TJH3113

2 жыл бұрын

Truth!

My main reason for uploading it again was to get it on one video and to correct the sync issues in the other cover. Thanks a lot.

The part from 6:25 is one of the best sections in all of rock n roll and the bassline is absolutely sick. You played that and the entire song brilliantly! Truly inspiring.

@TJH3113

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it is definitely one of them, isn't it? Thanks a lot!

7:20 - 7:23... Wow. I would almost believe you arranged these bass parts, and then showed Mr. Lee how to play them.

This is what I am currently working on at present. You, sir, are a true treasure. Thank you.

I have no idea how I kept missing this one, but this is flat-out hardcore. I've been listening to the original cut for some time; I was particularly looking forward to how you were going to handle my favorite sequence in this song (10:40-11:57), and I have to say it was a bloody success. Geddy settles into such a cosmically solid groove there, and you absolutely stand shoulder to shoulder with him. That was a real treat, Professor. Many, many thanks.

@TJH3113

9 жыл бұрын

Oxnard Montalvo Thanks a lot. I love this song...album side.

The thought of singing and playing this is just insane, your rendition alone makes me think perhaps I could take up golf, outstanding as usual Troy. well done mate.

@TJH3113

Жыл бұрын

Can you imagine? Thank you Ian.

OK that's it. In my next life i am coming back as a bass player.Well done mate on another fine cover.

My favorite bass line of all time. Still learning it myself.

@TJH3113

2 ай бұрын

Very cool!

"Thumbs Up" does not even come close to my like level for this! This is off-the-charts amazing!!

@TJH3113

5 жыл бұрын

Wonderful to hear. Thanks so much!

The bass line of this song is phenomenal and can be seen as a work of art that deserves to be appreciated. I can say that Geddy know do those "tricks" at the right time. Begins with low notes and goes down for acute ones, ending in a melody that Alex wanted to do with his the base guitar, clarifying with the bass. And it always watching the battery Neil, the bass notes always accompanied by a beat. Really, this song is one of the best of them, in the sense the guys actually studied and they put into practice.

That tone is fucking spot on Top effort mate

@TJH3113

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot.

There are two reasons why Geddy Lee is the greatest basist in rock: playing the bass, and his style of bass lines. Many people recognize Geddy's greatness when playing the bass. However, they tend to look past the fact that Geddy also wrote the bass lines. If a song has a lousy bass line, Geddy really can't play it any better because one cannot take crap and make it sound great, which could be a problem for a bassist if he replaces another bassist in a band, and he is forced to stick to the original bass styles of its music. In other words, what makes Geddy great is that he can take a song like Hemispheres and make the bass line extremely detailed and complex. That's what makes certain bass players great!

@TJH3113

2 жыл бұрын

Very well said!

Indeed, the 15 minutes seem to pass like just a few moments. I sincerely forgot I was watching a cover. Great!

thank you...your videos nudge me back into picking my bass up when I'm uninterested ...

Sir, your covers are just amazing. I am just lost for words. And this is IMHO probably their best piece from their best album. Epic Cover! Flawless seamless. Geddy should def see these covers!!!!

Evening my dear friend. Im in the same boat as Giuliano. About a month ago I stumbled across this and your "Seven Cities of Gold" covers. And I was sold. I purchased a Squire Vintage Modified Jazz Bass in a natural finish with a maple neck with black inlays. And now about 2 months later I have a 70RI Fender Jazz thats black and with a rosewood neck with pearloid inlays. Im polishing up some songs, but I should have about 5 videos up within the next few weeks. Looking forward to a good youtube friendship!

Thank you Valerie. I'm glad that you watched it.

Thanks. I don't enjoy recording the videos. Even though I'm here by myself, I still feel a lot of pressure. I put a lot of work in ahead of time so when I sit in front of the camera I can sort of go on auto pilot. Of course some songs give me a harder time than others and I never know which songs those will be until I start recording.

Man, I wrote my comment halfway, but after watching the whole thing I have to agree with BaldJohnnyRhythm, you make it look like it is a walk in the park...

Thank you for watching it and commenting.

This is the one for me! I used to muddle along with it on my Fender Jazz copy in the early 80s. Not in your league, but felt pretty proud of myself back then. Thanks for posting.

Thanks for the kind words.

I could watch Troy all day long .. incredible

@TJH3113

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dean!

This Blows me Away! Your playing is So accurate to Geddy and just to memorize this!!

@TJH3113

10 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot.

Among the all time top KZread bass performances? Thank you!

@TJH3113

9 жыл бұрын

Richard Gudino Thanks.

I just discovered your channel, and this is the first time I have ever commented on KZread. I've been a Rush fan practically my whole life since I first heard Tom Sawyer in 1980, always been amazed by Geddy's bass and ability to sing at the same time, but to see you play it note for note, wow, just astonishing. You are am amazing player, Thank you for the channel and videos. Makes me wish that I would have stuck with it. You have some really beautiful bass guitars BTW.

@TJH3113

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard and thanks for making your first comment on one of my videos! There's a lot to see here, so take your time. It's never to late to pick it back up and play for your own enjoyment as I've been doing. Thanks again and take care, Glenn.

Excellent...and thank you for not talking......every video but yours drives me crazy...they won't shut up, and they dress bad and their rooms are a pig sty.....Thanks for being the professional artist with alot of common sense and amazing talent!

Thanks for the nice comment.

Your Geddy Lee and Dee Murray stuff is my favorite. You, Sir are an amazing musician.

@TJH3113

6 ай бұрын

Thanks, that was very nice of you to say!

Not my first time here, mindblowing bassline from Geddy and a superb interpretation by Troy. Musically deliciuos.

@TJH3113

Жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

Thanks again Troy. I was just working in Delaware City De. and was thinking, man I want to jam w/him. Have a great day. Song never gets old!!! You nailed it✌👊😎

@TJH3113

Жыл бұрын

As always, it's my pleasure Don. Feel free to stop by anytime you're in the area. Take care!

My God, what an accomplishment to play this piece of music with such grace and effectiveness. I can understand why its one of your favorites. As for Geddy Lee, this sort of says it all.

@TJH3113

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. Yes, I'd been chipping away this song since the early 80's at the time I recorded this video. As you do, I also think it's a masterpiece. Yeah, Geddy threw in the kitchen sink on this one.

SUPERB! THE BEST COVER I EVER SEEN!

This was actually recorded direct through GarageBand. Thanks.

Said to myself: "this is the last vid. and then I'll practice my bass". HAHAHAHA, I'm still here... Thanks for the sharing and the wonderful ability you have that WE ALL enjoy('cept for some unknown tone deaf/jealous individuals).

@TJH3113

9 жыл бұрын

Johnny P Thanks a lot. His name is Briancdn.

I sure hope you do upload the entire Rush catalog, that wold be too sweet

Keeping IT Alive! Simply the greatest album of all time.

@TJH3113

4 жыл бұрын

I hope you liked it.

Thank you for checking it out.

Yahoo! Fantastic as always! I listened through Hemisphere's to end my after noon at work (graphic design) finishing several ads on my plate. As I shut down for the day I made a note to myself to check your site for Hemispheres when I got home. PRESTO! (well, that came later....). This piece the boys did back in the day just cruises along with such deliberately vibrant consistency. Still blows me away, long past the red vinyl album I wore almost flat and hundred years ago! Thanks again.

Thanks, if I could just get my wife to call me that. I'm glad you're getting some use out of the videos.

Beautiful job Troy! Congratulations. Geddy is a monster!

@TJH3113

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Yes, he is.

My friend! You're really the best! Congratulations.

Thank you for the generous compliment.

This is outstanding. Tone, timing, the line itself - brilliant.

@MrMcToi

4 жыл бұрын

14:56 best outros ever!

It's amazing how one can memorize all this

@TJH3113

2 жыл бұрын

It's funny, I can't remember a name, a number, or a face, but I can remember songs.

You always make it look *SO* easy... and joyous. I love that. Thanks for continued inspiration.

@TJH3113

7 жыл бұрын

Haha, looks are deceiving. I'm just abnormally reserved. Thank you for your support.

You really nail it as usual. The dynamics and how hard you dig in it so key. Amazing.

I believe this is rush at their peak. You covered this PERFECTLY. im amazed, humbled, and inspired. Ive always wanted to learn this song, and hearing how delicate intricate this song really is... And how it literally doesn't repeat at all with all of the different phrasing... I was so intimidated and discouraged. I want to say im going to tackle this thing the old fashioned way with vinyl and headphones, but im just going to use your video to learn and enjoy the heck out of it. Bravo sir, standing ovation for this performance. And thank you for doing the dirty work!!

@TJH3113

3 жыл бұрын

Imagine being at your "peak" at around 25 years old? I learned this on vinyl and I'd recommend something with a slider. You're going to develop carpal tunnel from moving that needle back. Take your time. I think it took me the better part of a summer to learn it and many more years to be able to play it somewhat fluently. Have fun and be patient!

Dude. You are killing it! Right ON!!!!!!!

@TJH3113

4 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot!

LOVE IT! Glad you remade it. :D

This might be my favorite video that you have uploaded thus far. Thanks for sharing it with us!

Not sure how I missed this one, but awesome! Part IV. Armageddon is probably my favorite part of any Rush song to play. Nicely done!

Ahhhh man I love your tone! Amazing cover...as usual.

SIR U R SPOT ON MY FAVORITE RUSH ALBUM THANK U!!!!!!!!!!

@TJH3113

4 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

Great great playing man...I'll be regularly viewing your page. Getting back into bass playing.

This is just incredible on so many levels.

Just amazing, as are all your vids. Thank you!

Sounds great as usual!

NAILED IT

Phenomenal. I love Geddy's style and you are so spot on it's amazing. It really makes me appreciate Geddy's melodic playing even more, as it sometimes gets buried in the mix.Seeing and hearing it up front and center is a real treat. Thanks!

Man you are fantastic!! Amazing Job! I'm already your fan. Congratulations!

You've tinkered with your sound again and it sounds better than ever. Really enjoyed listening to this one!

Best Geddy bass performance... You nailed it.

@TJH3113

10 ай бұрын

Thanks so much.

I'm playing through a SansAmp Bass DI pedal and I turn up the "drive" until I can just start to hear it distort, then back it off a little bit.