Rush were unique. 3 master craftsmen. Neil was an amazing human being. Top drummer, but a humble guy who was intelligent, articulate & funny. He suffered such unimaginable tragedy, losing his daughter & partner within a year of each other in 1997/98. He eventually finds love again & was blessed with another daughter while taking the band to new levels of popularity. He retires in 2015 for what should have been a deservedly decades long life with his second family. And within a year he's diagnosed with terminal brain cancer and defies doctors prognosis until 2020. If ever there was a guy who deserved a happy retirement it was Neil. I still get upset when I think about it. Rush left us an amazing legacy & I take comfort in that.

@derviator7420

4 ай бұрын

Well written, my friend, concise and to the point. Neil was a mensch, a melancholy mensch.

@catmanpc9166

4 ай бұрын

Wonderful. ✌

"How it's possible to get emotional when listening to the drums..." Perfect. I always feel the same. Neil left us too soon. Rest in Peace, Professor

@markyrogers2466

4 ай бұрын

FUNNY ENOUGH i REMEMBER GETTING EMOTIONAL WHEN HE DID THAT AT THE CONCERT I SAW FROM THAT TOUR.

@bprocket

4 ай бұрын

True artisans are missed. Their unique products will never be repeated. It can be difficult to get over the irreplaceable loss.

Your reaction is beautiful no more needs to be said.

You pegged Neil exactly! He was a VERY shy man and could not stand any kind of admiration just embarrassed him! That’s why he did not do the meet and greets! But if the man spoke.. you are just enthralled with his modest intelligence! Such a humble genius!! God bless… from Texas!!

Neil described his drumming as running a marathon while solving really hard mathematical equations

Rush were 3 guys at the Top of The Talent tree! INCREDIBLE. 💕 🇨🇦

The drum solo title, De Slagwerker, is Dutch for The Drummer.

I think Neil would be touched.

Neil Peart. Admired for his talent, respected for his intellect, loved for his humanity. RIP Professor.

My favorite band of all time, they were simply the best. Enjoyed the reaction thx.

Everything you say is magic to my ears because this is how all us Rush fans feel. They inspired so many bands we know so well. I will always respect and love this band ❤

Never missed them when when they passed through Indianapolis from 1978 to 1981. One of the very few bands where the members were more interested in reading books than partying.

Loved this reaction so much, I think a lot of your emotion is in part the sadness that The Professor is no longer with us, he was SO intelligent and thoughtful, a beautiful human, the world is a bit less magnificent now he has passed.

Great react!. My favorite band!

THAT is why he will always be "The Professor" of the drums..Neil is my drum HERO..YES, he is sadly missed..💙🦅💙

Love RUSH❤❤❤❤ Saw them many times live here in Canada 🇨🇦

Glad to see you guys again. Your reactions speak from the heart.

Coming from us RUSH fans it was totally understandable that he made you so emotional! He did us all the way! That is what makes Neil special! Be well and God bless… from Texas!!

All of the bands instrumentals are just the boys having fun and showing off just how prodigiously talented all three guys were. 😊

the sound of the drum is so unique,,just like the man,,, legend,,,🤘🤘🤘

My favorite Neil solo! And ive seen and listened to many Great reaction!

To think that three musicians can create the sound of twice that many is mind boggling!

My very first rock concert was in 1977. I was 16 and it was the A Farewell To Kings Tour. 30 years later, when my son was 16, his first concert was Rush on their Snakes & Ladders Tour. Seeing that show with him was one of the best experiences of my life.❤

Thank you for appreciating a band I grew up lovin' here in the Great White North. My first actual Rush vinyl purchase wasn't until Caress of Steel in '75 (their third album; I was an A-student, didn't need to study, so had a payin' job after school by that point and could afford tunes). But I'd already totally enjoyed what I'd digested of the musical exceptionality heard in their first two albums; ever since Working Man, from their first album, hit the airwaves. As an ardent fan, I saw them numerous times live over the decades, but I'm stupidly just now (that I've become a senior citizen 🙄😏) realizin' how lucky I was to be young adulting in that era, to experience them IN said era! Now, in 2024, I can tell that you two lovely young people enjoy, and FEEL, the uniqueness of the sonic and thought provoking journeys their talents gift us with. And there is much more for you to discover! Enjoy! 🤗

This was the second Rush concert (tour) I went to - (R30 first), each tour progressively more amazing, but this drum solo (de shlagwerker is name of just the drum bit) - is by far my favorite, especially the bit with the 'sounds of the foundry' when he's doing the electric drum bit. Live made it so much better with the speaker stacks they used shook me to my core. When you got emotional, I did too, this man was amazing, he also wrote a large percentage of Rush lyrics (he has a few books out as well). I really enjoy your reactions, and keep up with the Rush ones! They only get better!

Great to see the two of you back doing Rush reactions. You both really appreciate Rush for who they were and are and understand great musicianship.

It's THE GOAT, nobody can explain it.

RUSH is a mathematical musical mastery.

My first concert was the Rush Signals tour in ‘83. They blew my young mind away. Neil Peart made me notice the drums. He was just so phenomenal. It’s amazing what talent and then many years of hard work can do. He never got diverted by the trappings of fame and continued to learn and grow until the end. The drumming on Clockwork Angels is a masterclass. I could listen to just the drumming on that album and be satisfied. According to Neil, it was the only time he felt like he had reached perfection. I am so thankful he got to feel like the rest of us before he retired. Love your reactions. I’m here for more Rush and Ren!

They have been my favorite band and favorite three people since I was just about to turn 13 in 1981. I saw them first live on the Grace Under Pressure tour. I nrver missed a tour afterwards. 35 concerts, and never left disappointed. Their musicianship is unmatched in my opinion.

SUCH MASTERS: THESE THREE - and, the PROFESSOR just BLEW US ALL AWAY!!! His lyrics - his EXPERT DRUMMING: GOSH - he is SO SORELY MISSED!! Rush is one of my FAVS of ALL TIME!! HUGS, YA'LL!!

Love me some Rush, every day! Such a great performance, as always with Rush. Proud to acknowledge these fellow Canadians, fellow Ontarians. Great reaction too!

Just found you guys and I'm obsessed!!! You guys NAILED it!!! ❤ Growing up, I never never really "heard" the drums in songs until I found Rush... they really made me appreciate the drums.

Neil Peart best drummer ever. RIP Neil Peart 🙏 His nickname is the Professor. He writes all the lyrics and a very smart deep thinker.

Neil Peart is your favourite drummers favorite drummer.

Neil Peart best drummer ever. RIP Neil Peart 🙏

one can see besides all that Neil does he has that jazz groove. you can see him bobbing & moving to the beat when he starts playing that style.

Beautiful reaction. Thanks!

Thank you guys for Loving what Neil did in Rush, a special man/musician who inspired so many drummers around the world doing what he loved. Thankyou again.

If you’re ever interested in watching a concert that will blow your mind, buy the “Sankes & Arrows Live” concert DVD. You won’t be disappointed!!

makes me cry too, you're not alone

Masterclass and beyond. Thank you.❤❤

Please review Rush La Villa Strangiato live studio version. Best 3 man band they are masters of there crafts.Rush is Timeless. Enjoy the Ride.

I hope you listen to more RUSH. try YYZ live in Rio, so good! Peace and Love from Canada ❤

Frankfurt is most often reviewed, but this is one of my favorites!

Such a beautiful reaction... keep it up!!!

You two are so sweet!!!!

I always thought this song was 20 minutes to short

To get an idea of Neil, Geddy and Alex’ personalities, have a reaction to “Dinner with Rush”

You’ve experienced the Peart effect. It’s ok we’ve all been there. Your among friends ☺️

Neil studied from jazz musicians as well. Freddy Gruber

There is a saying with Neil, he is your favorite drummer, favorite drummer.

The MIGHTY RUSH!!!

Look for the official video for this tune. It's about the origin of religions.

HAHAHAHAHA - the good thing about ignorance: it can be resolved.....not-so-much-so for STUPID! 🤣🤣🤣🤣We ALL were ignorant about SOMETHING at some point in our lives!! But: the more you live - the more you learn!! :) HUGS, YA'LL!!

Hi Merchant, thanks for this! I think it's kind of important to know what "Malignant Narcissism" means, if you are unclear. It is basically being so self-absorbed and focused that it is ultimately terminal. I'm not sure of the relation to the piece, but it seems it might be a joke on themselves, because it's more showing off skills than conveying any sentiment.

Great drum solo. Thank you for not listening to Rush fans that only recommend Frankfurt

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Remember Neil wrote nearly all the lyrics.

So cool 🤯🤘🖖✌️🎸🥁🎹🎤🥇🇨🇦🎼

Watch Neil Buddy Rich tribute. It's Awsome 😊😮

@carlwalnjr6928

4 ай бұрын

The Irony: Buddy & Neil passed from the same type of cancer..😓

Notice Neil doesn't look like he's even breathing. In his mind, it's too much of a distraction.

Really LOVE THE REACTION!!! Maybe check out NEIL PEART Buddy Rich HONOR?????!!!!!!!!! :) Surprises awaits!! :) ♥AND, or... Victor Wooten bass music????????? :) “Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” ~ Romans 15:13

You guys are amazing! Great communication between you.. What can you say that hasn't already been said about Rush. Rush is amazing live if you didn't get to experience them you definitely missed out! 🇨🇦

LOL, the "Oscar" is amusing, Neil is (was) one of the most highly awarded drummers in rock music. In the 1980's, Modern Drummer magazine awards (readers voted award) he always won for "Best Percussion" "Best Instrumental" and 7 times in a row as "Best Rock Drummer" for every year Rush released any album... at which point they made him "no longer eligible" for the category, so someone else could win, LOL... then after they had tragedies and a long break, they allowed him to be eligible again, and their first album "back" he won again on the next 2 album releases... here is a link to many of the awards he won over the decades: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neil_Peart#Awards_and_honours