Subdivisions: Neil Peart nails it. Of course.

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4 жыл бұрын

Hallmark of a Rush performance is the band's ability to duplicate their studio work live. Here is one example.

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@hrosemd 3 жыл бұрын

I wonder what they're using to regulate the atomic clocks now that he's gone.

@kenmoreland7021 3 жыл бұрын

Chuck Norris

@ronaldjones743 3 жыл бұрын

Hmmmmm

@starless1759 3 жыл бұрын

they're using Gavin Harrison.

@mauricioribeiro7630 3 жыл бұрын

they're using Danny Carey

@jaydawg7820 3 жыл бұрын

What an AWESOME way to put it !!

@WalterPidgeonsForge 3 жыл бұрын

I remember seeing an interview with Neil where he said Subdivisions was perhaps the most technically exhausting song in their repertoire.. because there was no hiding a bad note because of the prominence of the percussion in the song.. and how significant the lyrics were. Met him once.. far away from music and fame.. just a guy on a motorcycle with a buddy of his.. stopped at a scenic overlook near Yellowstone Park.. we shared a smile that I knew and he knew I knew.. but we talked about bikes and the mental freedom of riding, nothing about his music or ridiculous talent... He was a deep soul I think.. technically brilliant but also a significant intellect and a kind man. Been a fan since 1981..

@gergrogers7385 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing such a lovely and singular memory of the man. Glad you had that experience

@stephenwebb921 3 жыл бұрын

Cool story, I’m jealous... I would have got nervous and said something dumb anyway lol..

@scottbambam 3 жыл бұрын

Me 2 and damn that's a great story you're so lucky...

@snapascrew 2 жыл бұрын

It was always my dream to meet him and “hold it together while doing so”. Very cool that you got to do so! A FaceTime with Geddy and Alex is what I’ve got instead. Nottttt baddddd

@guilhermeportella80 2 жыл бұрын

What an amazing story, as someone who listened to his audiobooks and who sees Neil firstly as an awesome human being I can only imagine how it was your encounter with him in such circumstances RIP Neil, you are so loved and missed

@BBslider001 10 ай бұрын

Hits so hard and so precise at the same time....all the while keeping it so technical. RIP....There will never be another like him.

@ed9603 Жыл бұрын

We may never see another drummer like him ever again RIP NEIL

@RichNMFD 11 ай бұрын

Not MAY....NEVER EVER...will we see a drummer like The Professor.

@Merzui-kg8ds 11 ай бұрын

Daniel Carey of Tool.

@user-hi4vo1cn7r 11 ай бұрын

@Merzui-kg8ds He's great but maybe 2nd behind Neil.

@user-qi7vh5ik2b 11 ай бұрын

Miss him sooooooo much.

@aaronjschaefer 10 ай бұрын

It's just that most all Tool songs sound the same...

@wcm5636 Жыл бұрын

And on the 7th day, God got bored from all the rest and created Neil Peart and his drum set. No other explanation….

@HammerWolf1970 2 ай бұрын

Dude, that was the coolest shit I ever heard! Kudos to you for that.

@bobbyapplegate4858 Ай бұрын

Great one hahahaha holy shit brilliant bro

@cgarv101 29 күн бұрын

And there it is!

@larryklawiter9168 3 жыл бұрын

His face is strangely devoid of emotion. This is like meditation for him, complete focus, and oneness with that array. Mesmerizing. R.I.P.

@logiman 3 жыл бұрын

In one of his books, he mentioned that his mom chastised him for never smiling on stage. He was indeed focused. He said playing a Rush show was like running a marathon while solving differential equations. It required everything he had mentally and physically. Yet, he made it look effortless.

@producermarin2480 3 жыл бұрын

A true master never be another such as he...there are others, but not like Mr. Peart.

@kat834 3 жыл бұрын

@@logiman well said, what do people want? The guys giving it his all. What else do they want the can can? LOL.

@itscrazyal 3 жыл бұрын

to be totally honest, how does he remember to breathe? i guarantee that would be the last thing i would be thinking about, and i would pass out lol. God Bless Neil Peart R.I.P.

@jackl2682 3 жыл бұрын

yes! never really noticed that before. Like a scientist bent over his test tubes. Wonder if it ever became "work" for him? Regardless, amazing drummer, awesome writer, music and books. Kids, you wanna be really, really good at something? Do this. One of a kind. RIP

@marcboisclair3135 2 жыл бұрын

God it sucks without Neal on this planet 😪.

@jeffreyjacobs7351 Жыл бұрын

Just watching these videos brings a tear. Such an amazing human being. World was a better place with Neil in it.

@thomasbrasse3145 4 жыл бұрын

What an amazing talented man we lost.

@PaoloGiovanoli 4 жыл бұрын

Nope. What an amazing man we HAD. Glass always full m8

@deemore 3 жыл бұрын

and we all get cancer and die... damn my uncle had same thing and saw him take his last breath.. Neil Pert and my uncle Pache FOREVER!

@SultanofSpey 3 жыл бұрын

I still can't believe he's gone.

@zefolantar 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed! Mr. Peart was the best! A true technician and credit to his craft. 👍

@theaterdreamer 3 жыл бұрын

A year later, it still hurts like hell. I can’t listen to a Rush song and not tear up, which gets tough, because I listen to them a lot. I have every studio and live album on my iPhone. When I do a random from my Rush play list, and something like The Garden, or The Pass comes on, I try hard to choke back the tears, and quickly switch to another song. Damn, I miss you, Professor. But from the bottom of my heart, thank you a thousand times.

@albertdimatteo531 3 жыл бұрын

On the one year anniversary of Neil's passing, this is difficult to watch for me and I'm sure for those who appreciated this god given talent. I remember discovering RUSH in grade 8 and they became my favorite band. Neil Peart was an extraordinary talented musician much like his bandmates. But Neil stood out for me the most not only in RUSH but as a drummer who simply had the gift to play and write lyrics! It's sad we no longer have his gift to entertain us and it is unfortunate for this generation who will not be able to witness his greatness. R.I.P. Neil "The Professor" and sleep well...🥁😢🙏

@michael7324 3 жыл бұрын

Well said. I raise a glass of Mcallen to remember him.

@ljp31009 3 жыл бұрын

@@michael7324 McAllen indeed!!

@davidtimms3201 3 жыл бұрын

I got into Rush in the 8th grade as well (late '77/early '78 - A Farewell to Kings was out). Alex became one of my guitar influences. The three of them together were an absolute musical machine, and Neil was the engine that drove the machine. RIP Professor, you are greatly missed. 🥁

@albertdimatteo531 3 жыл бұрын

@@davidtimms3201 Very well said David. Your introduction to Rush was a bit earlier than my discovery. Nonetheless, Rush becoming a part of our lives was a special time no matter when it was. I remember the day when the video for 'Tom Sawyer' premiered on TV. Never forget it seeing the ginormous drum kit Neil was playing in that room. Geddy and Alex looking very cool and a kid watching these musical icons for the first time, well, mindblow! Learning about how Rush recorded some of their gems from 79' in to the 80s at Le Studio. We all have that unique perception about these three gentlemen and how they influenced us. Such great memories from one of the best trios of talent to ever grace the planet! 🎸🥁🙏

@johnlewis6472 3 жыл бұрын

I was on the bus heading to school in 7th grade, (mid bus), I heard 2112 playing loudly from the back of the bus. Out of my seat, and heading to the back of the bus was my introduction to detention! And Rush!!! I’ve been to every show they played in Houston, except the R40! I was dealing with a death in the family. Never knew it was their last. Thank you Rush, for enriching my life musically. Thank you God, for letting me attend so many Rush shows!

@kristopherdetar4346 28 күн бұрын

I sooooo miss this man. The world is still mourning his passing. Loved his crazy in time perfectly practiced drumming. God Bless Neil.

@davegray7206 Жыл бұрын

33 years, and the metronome is flawless. Just wonderful. We sure miss you, Professor.

@frehleyrox 4 жыл бұрын

The one and only drummer that would mesmerize me with his talent and skill behind a drum kit. Greatest drummer ever for me.

@JuanderBoyMusic 4 жыл бұрын

he was good, for sure, but listen to Benny Greb's Couscous and you might appreciate another style.

@stephenwebb921 4 жыл бұрын

I’m with you. Only drummer I ever saw that was just mesmerizing!!

@JuanderBoyMusic 4 жыл бұрын

@@stephenwebb921 If Neal was "the only", you might want to expand your horizons

@stephenwebb921 4 жыл бұрын

JuanderBoyMusic No thanks, I’m good. I enjoy lots of other drummers. No one was like Neil though to me. Thanks for the advice though lol.

@JuanderBoyMusic 4 жыл бұрын

@@stephenwebb921 Fair enough! 🤘🤘

@dannilaser16 3 жыл бұрын

You could almost rate Rush as having the best drummer, the best bassist, and maybe the best guitarist. Alex was highly recognized, but was still underrated.

@ahlija 2 жыл бұрын

Alex is an amazing guitar player. Just ask any guitar player ✌️

@JerryNordstrom 2 жыл бұрын

In terms of pure creative genius, unique style and consistent performances... yes, they are in a class of their own.

@jackkitchen737 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible, but true. It's almost insane to contemplate.

@yrunaked4 2 жыл бұрын

make no mistake, these men are not Musicians, they are Wizards having a musical experience 😉

@arleco12 2 жыл бұрын

I think that Alex have exactly the recognition that he deserves.

@alanwiggins47 Жыл бұрын

Neil Peart truly was a master. He is what every other drummer wants to be. He could turn a drum solo into a whole symphony. The term goat is thrown around a lot, but Neil is truly the greatest of all time.

@brianwelch2554 Жыл бұрын

No one compares!

@gevans5446 Жыл бұрын

And through it all he remained humble. Rest in peace, Mr. Peart.

@kennethalbert4653 Жыл бұрын

@@brianwelch2554 Danny Carey ! At this level you can say, "there is no one better" but to say best is always questionable .

@Sherwoody Жыл бұрын

I saw Buddy Rich play a very long time ago, and he will always be the greatest to me. Neil is a close second.

@cryptoking7093 Жыл бұрын

I've been a huge fan for 40+years but even Neil would say Buddy Rich is the GOAT, but Neil is right there and definitely contributed greatly to the soundtrack to my life. RIP rocker!🙏

@patrickjoyce4178 Жыл бұрын

Met Neil many years ago a Brian’s Drum shop in Richmond Hill Ontario. Just a down to earth soul. Never peacocking around. Not sure if not a percussionist He was efficient in music. To be as good as he was he understood the synergy of the sound. He heard everything. He knew the river of music like bird knows the wind. Instinct. This is what made him in a realm of his own. Truly miss him in this world. RIP

@davefillion3493 3 жыл бұрын

I don't think people realize how amazing this really is: Matching him playing it live in the 2000s to the actual studio track off Signals from 1982. He's ON POINT the whole song!!

@evhfan5150 3 жыл бұрын

i agree...Im watching thinking is this him playing live to the studio recording at a drum clinic? no this is a live video of him playing...then realized its the studio audio version of the song replacing the live audio version...then my jaw dropped!! he is note for note...amazing!!!

@evhfan5150 3 жыл бұрын

and to add Rush dont play to click tracks everything is done live with them triggering samples.

@sylviolabrecque4737 3 жыл бұрын

I didn't realized that ! Amazing ! Only one crash hit didn't fit there and the end between ride and china, but the rest is perfect.

@danshea3679 3 жыл бұрын

@@evhfan5150 Neil played to a click track live. He said so in interviews. It does not diminish his drumming, he's still a god.

@danh5150 3 жыл бұрын

@@danshea3679 Yes indeed; as others should also do when appropriate. Adrenaline changes your perception of time. It's not uncommon for inexperienced musicians to blow though their own songs way too fast (ala Lars Ulrich in the early days). It's also why certain players can pull things off in live settings that they can't reproduce in the studio. Time seems to slow down for them, but they manage it well. You see the same phenomena with athletes in big games (particularly QB's). They start overthrowing their receivers because they get too amped up and their internal timing runs too fast. I call it "adrenaline clock" when I see it. All of this speaks even more highly of Neal, IMHO. This is my all time favorite Rush song. ;o)

@robertb4432 3 жыл бұрын

I get choked up watching this..He was absolutely amazing.

@robertskinner1799 3 жыл бұрын

As I watched this I lamented his loss but thanked the creators of this medium for the chance to watch a master demonstrate how it was supposed to be done.

@fuckery7540 Жыл бұрын

Ain’t it amazing how calm and collected he looks?

@wyattblackwood3927 Жыл бұрын

What can be said about Neil Peart, not only one of the greatest drummers in rock history but also one of the greatest Lyricist as he wrote all the words to the songs for Rush and in interviews he's an obviously super well-read guy who had a constant desire to search out new knowledge. Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson were really lucky to have Neal Peart as a part of their team and we were extremely lucky to have him as a part of our lives. Rest in peace Maestro.

@Jon-zi5mu Жыл бұрын

Neil was THE master of percussion, people can imitate him but can't come close to beating him with their own material.

@buisyman 3 жыл бұрын

I sometimes wonder how he kept it all straight in his head. I mean 40+ years of music and he could play any given song at any time and not drop a beat. What an amazing musician.

@daniellaubsch1605 3 жыл бұрын

Yes he was!

@staszewaM 3 жыл бұрын

One of the ways he was probably doing it is in a way pretty simple, but also very intuitive. Something that people with rhythmical ability do have but often forget while trying to push the envelope and overthink things (not talking about Peart or Colauita). I like Vinnie Colauita's quote and fully agree with it that ''Thought is the enemy of flow''. I believe Peart was really feeling the music and going with the flow and I found that when in doubt, it usually works pretty good :)

@buisyman 3 жыл бұрын

@@staszewaM You're missing my point, I think. While I'm not going to disagree with you on the whole "feeling the music" thing, that's not what I'm talking about. I'm talking about playing the right drum part for the right song. Anyone can sit behind a drum kit and feel the beat and make something (except me because I play drums let handed)

@staszewaM 3 жыл бұрын

@@buisyman Well, it probably also had to do with his professionalism and work-ethic as I knew he was a perfectionist. Plus, for a lot of artists/musicians, writing a song almost makes an imprint in your brain and it makes them remember the melodies, elements and fills of the composition in detail and I feel like Neil was one of those!

@buisyman 3 жыл бұрын

@@staszewaM I never really thought about that. I think you're right. I've got a little guitar piece I've been writing off and on for the past 6 months and I remember every single note I've put down on paper.

@larry4186 2 жыл бұрын

As good as Bonham and Moon were Neil Peart still number one in my heart

@billkirkpatrick9112 Жыл бұрын

agreed - I put Ian Paice in there too... but I agree

@daveisbowie Жыл бұрын

There are lots of great drummers.....Stewart Copeland and Clem Burke are in my "favourites", along with Bonham....but Neil Peart was just 😳😯😮😲😳 THEEEEE best!! 🥁🥁🥁

@jeffreybrocato4665 Жыл бұрын

@@billkirkpatrick9112 how about Carmine Appice?

@razony Жыл бұрын

Hands down the 3 best drummers to date!

@ERen-tj6jg Жыл бұрын

You brought a smile to my face when you included The Awesome Keith Moon 🥁🌛🥁

@dfgivens 11 ай бұрын

As a drummer from this era, Neil taught us: It's not about how hard, fast, or flamboyantly you play. It's about the balanced integration of evolving techniques that gradually lift the listener. This song is a perfect MASTERPIECE on multiple levels. RIP Neil, you stand alone at the head of the class, my Professor.

@user-hi4vo1cn7r 11 ай бұрын

My professor tòo.

@paulocraice 11 ай бұрын

He wasn’t the greatest! Bonham is. But he’s top 3. I love Rush with all of my love, but his lack of swing (he struggled with all over his career) kind of held Rush melodies back a bit.

@SoCal780 11 ай бұрын

💯

@dfgivens 11 ай бұрын

@@paulocraice Really? IMO, Neil Peart was 10x tighter than Bonham ever dreamed of being. John was a slippery pocket-player, and Neil was a living metronome with Bruce Lee-like execution! Leading a band like a Rush required Neil's talents. John fit better in a trippy acid-rock band. Let's not disrespect either's massive accomplishments!

@paulocraice 11 ай бұрын

@@dfgivens love Neil! Had the magic opportunity to see him sound checking. It’s a hero, but Bonham, even Gavin Harrison are a couple of steps up. During Limelight solo, Neil totally ruins Alex work AGAIN, over drumming. Resist is another song ruined by unnecessary drumming for some parts. Could name others songs but Neil felt like needing to fill every single second of a song. Gavin approach to Limelight stunned me. Less can be more! Yet, I’ll still miss Neil for more years.

@paulstewart9359 Жыл бұрын

All I can say is right now Neil Peart is playing this drum solo and God and the angels and everybody up there are loving it rest in peace Neil

@kractass Жыл бұрын

since there is no god or heaven and Neil didn't believe there was either, I doubt it. don't bring religion into something where it doesn't belong.

@paulstewart9359 Жыл бұрын

@@kractass it doesn't matter God loves everybody and whether Neil didn't believe in God or not it doesn't make no difference he's still a good drummer and you're entitled to your opinion and I respect that

@bdr32965 3 жыл бұрын

Neil just makes it look so damn easy, and just plays so nonchalantly. I guess that's how you would play when you're one of the best damn drummers ever. R.I.P. Neil

@AJEDDY97 3 жыл бұрын

There is no "One of". He's the best.

@bdr32965 3 жыл бұрын

@@AJEDDY97 Very true indeed

@novadhd 3 жыл бұрын

well sure he is older here. He stared when he was a kid.

@bdr32965 2 жыл бұрын

@@AJEDDY97 That was a good view of the Professor playing the drums. Wow, such precision and not one wasted movement.

@steveec9704 4 жыл бұрын

Possibly one of the best composed percussion songs ever created R.I.P. Neil your missed brother

@thecoderofyoutube 3 жыл бұрын

The Black Page: Hold my beer.

@grandpapa2134 3 жыл бұрын

I went to Rush shows all my life and every one was the best of live music ive ever seen. from 78 to 2015 unparalleled. I met Neal in 2012? on a motorcycle ride on highway 1 in norcal. cool dude. we talked about good roads and tipped him on good loops off of highway 1 we know them all. when bidding farewell i got the chance to thank him for the soundtrack of my and my riding buddy's youth. we didn't act like fanboys just chatted like humans. we talked bikes and riding. when i heard he passed i shed a tear. nice guy touched with talent from above. and not an asshole. fly high Neal

@hugolafhugolaf 3 жыл бұрын

@@thecoderofyoutube Except that Subdivisions is musically pleasing.

@mazrio128 2 жыл бұрын

@@thecoderofyoutube lol f out

@rncine 8 ай бұрын

My absolutely favorite song of Rush 😍 I think Neil Peart could have used a couple more drums in there. May he RIP

@jimgreenside4506 Жыл бұрын

And just like a beautiful sunset, he’s gone all too soon Thank God for the gift of Neil What a beauty Thanks for the music and for helping me escape those awkward teenage blues Still taking us on trips ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@rgordon6942 3 жыл бұрын

This literally made me cry. The lyrics of this song capture many of the feelings that attract a burgeoning young mind to RUSH. Three absolute musical virtuosos that crafted some of the finest sonic art I have ever known. Does anyone else experience an intense reaction to hearing something so powerful? I often get this feeling when I hear something amazing it's like a gut punch.

@RaiderX948 3 жыл бұрын

Look up Rush Best intro ever, it is unreal.

@RaiderX948 3 жыл бұрын

The music is so powerful it's like a force moving through the atmosphere.

@spooge33 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, Yes, Yes. You nailed it.

@brendandivall6017 3 жыл бұрын

Same here, 15yo when I heard it, the lyrics resonated in a burgeoning mind

@daveyboy8907 3 жыл бұрын

Its the devil talking to you....

@frednicholson 3 жыл бұрын

This song warms my heart - reminds me of my youth.

@udsmall7306 3 жыл бұрын

same, man. Same. See my comment/story above. Great era...I miss those days. 😕🤘

@Spookje09 3 жыл бұрын

@@udsmall7306 Just turned 50 and the early 80s are a time I truly miss, even if I was a weird, dorky kid. Signals made a difference in my life when I was in middle school and its still one of my fave Rush releases!

@tonimcgrath4046 3 жыл бұрын

I myself like the proggy metal Rush. But I also love this. It's hard not to apreciate the talent of each member of this band. And Neil knew how to reach out to people with his lyrics. Amazing!! R.I.P. Neil

@udsmall7306 3 жыл бұрын

@@Spookje09 yah, same. 54 here...I can remember walking home late at night through the small town I lived in...so long ago... "lighted streets on a quiet night"

@johnnyreynolds5790 Жыл бұрын

Rush always sounded just like the studio when they performed live. All three band members are awesome musicians. Neil is by far the best drummer ever R.I.P. professor!

@leemcbride717 Жыл бұрын

A perfectionist.

@johnsimmons4938 Жыл бұрын

Quite simply the best. I used to think he may be second to Buddy Rich, but not now! WOW!

@user-nh1wd8cj8y 11 ай бұрын

There will never be anyone better. EVER

@paulocraice 11 ай бұрын

Love Neil but… have ever heard of Bonham?

@bazdorrans3216 3 жыл бұрын

Neils playing was and always will be unmatched. R.I.P big man. You set a standard of professionalism that mere mortals can only imagine and strive to achieve.💪🥁🥁☮️☯️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@SundaysChild1966 2 жыл бұрын

... sobbing like a child .. those overhead shots gave me a new appreciation for the truly HARD WORK he put into his craft .. he must have been exhausted after playing .. and in great physcial condition too .. poor man, taken too soo .. RIP

@USA92 Жыл бұрын

This comment reminds me of bands being asked what their music was as opposed to what writers in media wrote it was. R.I.P. Neil. One of many greats.

@johnkercher8528 3 жыл бұрын

Poet, philosopher, philanthropist...and percussionist. Thank you Professor for hanging in there so long...

@Garf2O 2 жыл бұрын

The true master P

@duanesealy3592 9 ай бұрын

@@Garf2O yes he was

@romangarcia608 2 жыл бұрын

i was 7 and just developing an interest in the drums and heard Tom Sawyer for the 1st time - that was it, became a fan then and there and a disciple of his after that: not only his playing but his intelligence and how he carried himself. there will NEVER be another like the Professor, Rest Well Good Sir and thank you for EVERYTHING 🙏🏼 🥁 🔥

@ericrosenburg657 Жыл бұрын

This was my first favorite Rush song!!! My first concert was RUSH, and my friends on the drum line explained to me the majesty of what I was about to witness. UnBeLievable!!!! Saw them 3 more times and each time was better than the last. RIP my favorite RockGod!! I know you are at peace with your daughter and wife. Thanks for the memories!!!

@Coryfarris95 4 жыл бұрын

Does anybody feel like it's 1982 when this song is on the track? 😭

@tdrewman 4 жыл бұрын

I had that same math book when I was in JRHS back in 83 the kid had in the video...

@antoniovilarinho1031 3 жыл бұрын

Yupp! My girlfriend bought this album for me. She's still my girlfriend. Not wife.

@onyourmarkphoto 3 жыл бұрын

Puts me right back to college days and an extremely cold Nebraska winter and a simpler time.

@MasterNcognito 3 жыл бұрын

It does and I wouldn’t be born for another 14 years!

@roymoderatto 3 жыл бұрын

Vividly!

@dleasman 2 жыл бұрын

That's just crazy. That was video of a live performance over 30 years after the audio recording you are hearing, and every beat, crash and hit is spot on. No one should ever question this man's skill. What a tremendous loss to the music world. He will be missed, bur forever remembered. So, though you are seeing him perform live, the audio you are hearing is the original studio track. Amazing!

@andrewzepf7510 11 ай бұрын

That's why he's known as the timekeeper!

@bradyloretz Жыл бұрын

What impresses me more than the playing is the composition. Every beat and fill fits with the song so perfectly! There are other virtuoso drummers, but no one writes drum parts like The Professor. RIP

@erics9207 2 жыл бұрын

The best drummer of all time.

@rdebelius 3 жыл бұрын

“The experts make it look impossible, while the masters take the impossible and make it look easy.” Case in point.

@neiljohnkeithpeartbonhammo6222 3 жыл бұрын

AND ABILITY IS ONLY ONE ATTRIBUTE , HE WAS AN ENCYLOPEDIA OF A GOD-LIKE DRUMMER,LYRICIST, ETC.

@chrismetcalf8634 2 жыл бұрын

The best there is, The best there was, The best there ever will be .... RIP Neil Peart

@jablot5054 2 жыл бұрын

There is a God ,his name is Neil Peart.

@llgoldstein2710 Жыл бұрын

Neil was asked once what it was like being the greatest drummer of all time and he said, "Ask Buddy Rich."

@duanesealy3592 9 ай бұрын

I totally agree Neil was the best

@markanderson7284 Жыл бұрын

Neil isn't just the best drummer of all time and his genius unmatched behind the kit he was an even greater man, husband, and father. Rip Professor and thank you for your music and lyrics that millions cherish

@James-qq2vq Жыл бұрын

Gave me chills when it first came out and nothing has changed...

@sawyerthereal 4 жыл бұрын

He made it look so effortlessly. R.I.P. Maestro

@neiljohnkeithpeartbonhammo6222 3 жыл бұрын

EVER NOTICE WHEN MR PEART WOUKLD PLAY,MADE IT SEEM EFFORTLESS , COGNITIVELY SPEAKING , HE WAS NO MERE MORTAL. SO MUCH MORE TO ADD,BUT FOR NOW MY POINT THAT IS OVERLOOKED BY MOST NON MUSICIANS / NON DRUMMERS IS THAT NEIL PEART HAD A TALENT THAT IS BAD ASS. HE PLAYED & LOOKED AMAZING WHEN HE PLAYED . I MEAN THAT DRUMMERS PLAY AND THAT IS GREAT. MADE ME WANT TO PLAY FOR SO MANY REASONS NEIL WAS THE BEST @ PLAYING AND HE LOOKED THE OBAMF DOING IT . NO ONE HAD HIS ABILITY TO BE THE BEST SHINED BODY MOVEMENTS/MECHANICS DURING A SHOW WERE SOO COOL. NO ONE LOOKED LIKE NEIL AND NO ONE EVER WILL. ST PETER ,LET THE MAN PASS .

@mickbrown815 4 жыл бұрын

I’m so happy that I had the opportunity to see him play live a handful of times! What a big huge influence he was in my life! We definitely lost a great one! He will be missed! R.I.P Mr. Peart 🙏

@mungflesh199 3 ай бұрын

Contender for one of the best drum tracks ever crafted. It follows the song to perfection without ever sounding intrusive. Every note played just helps to make an already rich piece of music, even richer. 1000s of young drummers will take inspiration from this for ever. RIP Neil.

@jameskeyes1131 Жыл бұрын

A highly intelligent and well read man along with the drumming. Go watch videos of interviews with him and see what an amazing mind he had. What a shame that he had to go thru so much pain in his life, with the tragic ending that lasted 3 years. Despite the difficulties, he perfected his craft to the point of perfection. There will never be another musician like him. Thankfully, we have the video and audio of it all to appreciate. Hard to believe it's been almost 3 years since he left us.

@doubledave7451 3 жыл бұрын

As a drummer myself I can tell you that there isn't a drummer anywhere in the world who hasn't been inspired or awed by Neil. After 30+ years of playing I can watch Neil sometimes and end up saying "what'd he just do there?". So technical and precise. He brought credibility to rock drumming.

@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823 3 жыл бұрын

"Prog" Lol I don't see this as rock, myself. Way higher degree of difficulty.

@scottbambam 3 жыл бұрын

I feel the same way. Drummer since birth.

@paulvalentine3440 2 жыл бұрын

I'll Double down on that Dave. Just brutal precision and attention to his work.

@larry4186 2 жыл бұрын

What he did on Xanadu shows his real talent

@larry4186 2 жыл бұрын

What he did on Xanadu shows his real talent

@jpow73 3 жыл бұрын

Why’d we have to lose this guy? I don’t get life sometimes. He suffered so much, put his life back together, retires, then he’s taken away. In some way it has to make sense but I’m still trying to wrap my head around it.

@neiljohnkeithpeartbonhammo6222 3 жыл бұрын

WITH PARADISE AWAITING HIM & HIS DEPARTED FAMILY MEMBERS .

@kbuen0 3 жыл бұрын

Why does it happen? Because it happens. The treasure of a life is a measure of love and respect . The way you live, the gifts that you give In the fullness of time It’s the only return that you expect.

@SearchIndex 3 жыл бұрын

because the medical industry pushes health screenings that convince people that any anomaly is a life threatening disease ...then convince them to take toxic measures that kill them more than the anomaly would have

@ShutTheMuckUp 3 жыл бұрын

We all die. Quit acting like he's the first...

@gibson617ajg 3 жыл бұрын

@@kbuen0 Roll The Bones.......

@jm7578 11 ай бұрын

I’ve been listening to Rush since the late 70s , never gets old

@mikepernicano503 10 ай бұрын

Rest in peace my brother ! I miss you greatly, Mike of Orlando Florida, Neil follower since 1979. Drummer since 1978 and still playing !

@theaterdreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Losing Neil Peart and Eddie Van Halen, almost exactly nine months apart, was absolutely soul crushing. Their passing is something I will never get over. But I appreciate KZfaq more than I ever have, because I can come here, and share memories with you fine folks. I saw Rush and Van Halen seven times in concert, and I thank God for those wonderful memories.

@scottbambam 3 жыл бұрын

Me too bud, I feel the exact same way. Also I'm a drummer since birth always tried to follow the professor of 🥁. He is my idol. Van Halen also a Professor of guitar 🎸 created much never done before. Either did it. Both Incomparable.

@GospelSaves 2 жыл бұрын

imagine if they made music together 🤯🤯🤯

@RGflies63 2 жыл бұрын

@theaterdream, I can say the same. I saw Rush 9 times (Twice back-to-back, different venues) and I saw Van Halen 4 times. These bands were such an inspiration to me as a musician and as a person. May both of them rest in peace and jam together for eternity! 🥁🎸

@facurojas4477 2 жыл бұрын

I cannot agree more, I wasn't able to see any of them live, Rush came here to Buenos Aires in 2008 I think but I didn't even know who they were, is one of the things I regret the most in my life.

@metaldog4642 2 жыл бұрын

I’m envious. Must have been a great time.

@seanlavelle103 2 жыл бұрын

Neil was a fine tuned machine, so amazing. Watching him play is mesmerizing

@johnself9385 Жыл бұрын

Just absolutely incredible. Through the years I saw Rush live many times. These clips bring back tons of great memories. Neil was the greatest!

@johnm5714 Жыл бұрын

Incredible LIVE many bands just aren’t that great out of the studio but RUSH was always dead on fantastic.Saw them open for Aerosmith back in the early 80s and they literally embarrassed Aerosmith-they sucked so bad live and Rush just was outstanding…

@bmcbg 2 ай бұрын

A long-lost friend of mine back in 76 who was a drummer when we were teens came over with the Caress of Steel album and said you have to listen to this drummer. I was blown away and have been a fan of Neil and Rush since then. Saw them in concert in 77 and the last 40 tour. They sounded better than ever! I still have that same album that my friend left with me back then. It's cherished. RIP Mike my old friend and RIP Neil Peart.

@steveec9704 3 жыл бұрын

A good friend that was a concert rigger for RUSH over 25 years said Neil was the best drummer he had ever seen, I Agree Neil was a beast

@chriswscott7640 3 жыл бұрын

Not too many ever better

@MultiFreak1985 4 жыл бұрын

The Best There Is, the Best There Was, the Best There Ever Will Be.thanks professor!

@samiam7342 3 жыл бұрын

that title goes to bret the hitman hart................

@Boris-fn1kt 3 жыл бұрын

@@samiam7342 What a load of bulls... oh, wait. Sorry I thought you were talking about Bret Michaels. Carry on.

@nealfry2230 Жыл бұрын

October 20th, 2022, intended for Friday October 21ST, 2022, " Happy Birthday Linda LeBlanc " Born October 21ST, 1955. Hired May 14TH at The Ford Motor Company's Dearborn Glass Plant. Last time we met was at LOCAL 600 UAW in November as I was being interviewed by The F.B.I. you Linda tapped me on my left shoulder and your Beautiful Smile I'll Always remember and cherish. " Best Wishes, " Neal Patrick Fry from The Ford Motor Company's Rouge Complex in Dearborn, Michigan.

@olivertoeknuckleiii2093 Жыл бұрын

I was able to sit above Neil in 1995 during their tour in PHX AZ. I had ‘opera glssses’, aka binoculars with me. I was literally 20 feet above his head. I watched Neil during that entire show that night. I had never seen so much ferocity coming from the drummer as I saw that night. I’ve always been a RUSH fan. I’ve seen them more than a dozen times. But watching Neil from such a close distance is my favorite RUSH memory.

@paulrogers9700 2 жыл бұрын

The ABSOLUTE BEST Drummer that has EVER Lived - RIP Neal - I miss you

@IMTA2D 4 жыл бұрын

Not many people on the planet earth can play this drum track. Neil was nicknamed the Professor for a reason. Thank you Neil for all the musical memories. You were one of the most bad ass drummers the world has ever scene and your lyrics were just as good. RIP Brother.

@jeffmcmaster7511 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed !

@kchappelle 3 жыл бұрын

I thought they named him the Professor because he looked just like the Professor from Gilligan's Island and also his demeanour.

@ChrisSharp_kr1spy 3 жыл бұрын

Anything amounts to approximation in playing Neil's style and the music of Rush. I love playing it so much, and I always have fun with it. It's amazing to actually watch him play up close and compare how the Professor did it to my 'scant approximation.'

@neiljohnkeithpeartbonhammo6222 3 жыл бұрын

5 STAR REPLY. AGREE UNEQUIVOCALLY

@paulsikes3515 3 жыл бұрын

He was indeed nicknamed “The Professor” for a reason, but that reason had nothing to do with his drumming (which was indeed amazing).

@JD-zm4eh Жыл бұрын

I was a teen when this group came along and almost every song they played were gems, the top charts were filled with great songs like this one at least 20 years or more. So proud to have grown up in the 60's and 70's.

@roberto1933 Жыл бұрын

Neil Peart. Thank you for the best live shows ever.

@ThisHandleFeatureIsStupid 3 жыл бұрын

I often play air drums with my feet to this song (left foot as snare, right foot as kick) when I smoke. Around 90 seconds into it, my ankle muscles start sending resignation letters to my brain.

@jf3715 3 жыл бұрын

Hahahahhahahahahahah

@3peckeredgoat735 2 жыл бұрын

It never ceases to amaze me how in control he is, with flawless timing, and precise strokes. Rest easy friend.

@christopherayers4416 Жыл бұрын

This is such an amazing video! I've been to enough RUSH concerts to come to expect Neil to play their songs faithfully, but I never knew how precisely he played. He wasn't just playing the song lick-for-lick, but in PERFECT tempo to the original studio recording!!! That's insane!

@thewatcher5271 Жыл бұрын

What A Great Video Of A Great Drummer & Arguably The Greatest Lyricist Of The Twentieth Century. His Philosophy Will Transcend Time Like Other Great Writers Of The Past. Thank You.

@frankburdodrums8984 3 жыл бұрын

Neil Peart and this song specifically are a major reason why I started playing drums in 1987. They are greatly inspiring.

@geoffroubik5273 3 жыл бұрын

For 40 years I’ve always thought of this as a mid tempo song, just kind of slogging along, la la la, and to look at this performance, one sees it’s not a walk in the park at all. That’s called mastery. Very very few like Neil as a lyricist, and fewer as a drummer. Only one as both.

@amkhan68 7 ай бұрын

4:51 After Lee's " RESTLESS DREAM OF YOUUUTHS".....NEIL GOES ABSOLUTELY INSANE ...HITTING ANYTHING AND EVERTHING of those 40+ pieces. Especially the Right Hand back and forth to those symbals. A CONSTANT SYMBAL SOUND. Just amazing.

@williamdeitman9326 Жыл бұрын

Make no mistake calling him a drummer would be an insult! This man was truly a fine percussionist!! RIP Neil!

@josephcecil7014 2 жыл бұрын

World class talent. One of the absolute best to ever pick up a pair of drum sticks. RIP.

@traviswoodall6547 2 жыл бұрын

He was so precise and masterful. Can others replicate?? Sure… But he CREATED the most thoughtful, original and most precise drum parts of any drummer of his era. I still miss Neil, a lot.

@Jeff-rh8mq Жыл бұрын

you r so right! Analyze and reproduce but to come up with that in the first place.............good luck!

@BrendaNelson-ll4ls Жыл бұрын

A true masterpiece. Rest in Peace Neil. ❤‍🔥

@thehightenor2596 Жыл бұрын

Like Bach, Neil Peart was a one off in human history, we will never see the likes of him again. This video performance 100% matching the original recorded performance of the drum part is literally a super human feat - incredible!!!

@jws1272 11 ай бұрын

There will never be any rock percussionist better than "The Professor"........Neil Peart.

@davalleyguy5020 11 ай бұрын

I've lost many arguments when I've said the same. I'd love to know how many individual notes, drum stick and pedal making contact are in a song. 10,000? Regardless, if the live and original were overplayed I bet its 99.9% accurate. The human is an amazing machine

@buxtehude123 11 ай бұрын

BACH????? Are you drunk?

@thehightenor2596 11 ай бұрын

@@buxtehude123 lol …. not usually. To be fair, I did say “like” Bach …. I was careful not to make an equivalence. I simply meant a “unique one off musician in his field” Now, where’s my G&T :)

@AlanKesten 11 ай бұрын

Come remember NP in April 2024 in Caly!🎉

@AJGUNNER 3 жыл бұрын

In my entire touring career of 13+ with various Bands and Musician's as a Personal Body Guard, I can say without a doubt, RUSH was one of the best Bands to tour and hang with, being a fellow Canadian has very little to do with it, they were Classy and so well grounded, thank you for the memories Neil, Geddy and Alex. Hey Neil RIP, and say Hi to everyone up there, I will catch up with you down the road many many years from now. Until then Keep Beating the Skin's the amazing way you do. God Bless Everyone.

@Mike4metal 2 жыл бұрын

For Me, Neil is The Best Drummer of All Time!🔥✨

@TheWackokid1974 Жыл бұрын

Neil Pert is your favorite drummer's, favorite drummer.

@DadBodDrumming Жыл бұрын

He saw every drum as a note of highs and lows and played them to perfection. He used a lot of contrast in his playing. Speeding up when the band slowed and vice versa etc. A true master.

@fishlips8336 Жыл бұрын

0:33 --> 0:53 🤯 My favorite twenty seconds for a brief moment in time, thanks Neil. Sure miss you man, my buddy turned me onto Rush my Freshman year of high school. Somehow I graduated in '89...thanks for the acid trips, mushrooms and herb exploration during the pivotal years of my life. RIP ❤ 🙏

@robertschultz9264 3 жыл бұрын

I remember back in 93, my bosses teenage son was going on and on about how Metallica's drummer was the best drummer. I let him listen to this. It worked.

@RobertG37 3 жыл бұрын

Lars is a douche and really not that good.

@davefillion3493 3 жыл бұрын

To be fair, Lars did some awesome shit on AJFA (when he actually tried) but yeah those days are long gone.

@steves6756 3 жыл бұрын

@@davefillion3493 Actually I have to admit I think Lars gets some bad publicity for his weird attitude and Napster nonsense. But the reality is for his time he was an incredible drummer. As you stated his work on ....And Justice, masterpiece of drumming. But some of the earlier albums had some wicked licks too. Damage Inc. Battery, Fight Fire with Fire, Whiplash, Creeping Death. Just to name a few.

@scottbambam 3 жыл бұрын

Lmao 🤣🤣🤣

@RedrahRevilo 3 жыл бұрын

Way to help train the youths. Hats off to you, sir.

@stevekilpatrick9804 3 жыл бұрын

What a gift that has been taken from us all with the loss of this man. Not just one of the very greatest drummers of all time, but a complete musician. You will be sorely missed sir.

@jeffbaker5038 Жыл бұрын

Man... I miss this guy. Neil was my biggest influence as a rock drummer. I am so thankful for the music he gave us, and that we can still see his talents through videos like this. Am I am thankful that I saw Rush like on the Grace under Pressure Tour. You are missed and will not be forgotten!

@marzald2955 4 жыл бұрын

He never lost the rhythm 💗 So unique and Amazing! There aren't enough words to describe this Wonderful person. 💗

@robertskinner1799 3 жыл бұрын

Most drummers use metronomes to learn to keep time. Builders of those same metronomes used Neil Peart to keep time.

@tahoma6889 3 жыл бұрын

Mr. Peart. I adorn you with the role of mentor. You taught me a lot about my instrument, and made me the best at what I do. Each down beat was known, and all the signature flow was addressed. I felt your kicks in my back. It was the greatest thing I ever knew, as my friend, in my band, emulated you.. I am a bassist.

@donaldwalton1104 2 жыл бұрын

Must be 'God Inspired'

@rodratcliffe6001 Жыл бұрын

The groove vocabulary is astounding. So many subtle changes without disrupting the flow of the song. Then to repeat it live makes it all the more remarkable. A true genius.

@briankohler4079 6 ай бұрын

I come back to this video every once in a while...and it's a mix of sheer joy coupled with sadness. I grew up idolizing Neil in my own quiet way. Studied the lyrics, went to EVERY show, watched the videos (on VHS even) in the 80's to the point of sheer obsession. Miss you every day, Neil, in my own quiet way. Rock on, everyone!

@teamclarktrackfield 3 жыл бұрын

First time: 1982 Signals Tour, Jackson Mississippi. Last and final time: 2013 Clockwork Angels Tour, Baltimore Maryland, with my 8 year-old Son....

@gibson617ajg 3 жыл бұрын

First time, Signals tour May 14 '83. Birmingham, England. Final time, Clockwork Angels tour May 26 2013. Birmingham, England. I was lucky enough to see them on Vapor Trails at the Staples Centre whilst on holiday. A very welcome co-incidence. Called a ticket agency. Ticket delivered poolside in Santa Monica. Went on my own - front row seat, made a few friends, got bought a few beers and managed to get back to the hotel without getting lost.

@amycapwell2869 4 жыл бұрын

Saw this band in 4 different decades..80’s, 90’s, 00’s and ‘10’s ...only regret is how it all ended.. Even tho I can scarcely hold 2drum sticks simultaneously Neil taught me to enjoy everything I love everyday I can..RIP NP...lastly love to everyone who made Rush such a joy,..my fellow fans, road crew, studio folks to the boys themselves..thank you all for making it possible

@sacredursadivinity6975 Жыл бұрын

So glad these videos are out / I kick myself never seeing them / 😢 I am a huge devotee / they all had such passion for their craft and the most humble kind / greatest band xo ❤RIP Mr Professor

@walterlegere1403 11 ай бұрын

He was THE master...no one else even comes close... NEVER will! RIP Neil... You are missed! Your music spoke to me when I was young and it will never be forgotten! He was the GOAT as far as I'm concerned.

@loucontino4804 2 жыл бұрын

Neil built his parts to a song piece by piece with both a rhythmic and melodic mindset. His percussion was always dominant because he heard sound color flowing in and around the time. Sometimes, he enforced that time, other times implied it. But through it all he gave Rush a huge palette of sound colors that always enhanced the songs. And though it took years and years for them to break through, Neil was doing it from Fly By Night. My best memories of this band were way before they played the big arenas like MSG, Nassau Coliseum and Continental Arena; my fondest memories were the smaller venues of Mid-Hudson Civic Center, The Palladium and Allentown Fairgrounds. At those shows I was so close, I could see everything Neil did. Valuable lessons one and all. R.I.P. Professor.

@jamesdehart5039 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone that has watched this video has just witnessed perfection on the highest level possible on the drum kit. If you disagree with this statement you have no freaking clue what you’re looking at!!! Rest in peace Neil you were the very best!!

@Alfra1324 Жыл бұрын

John Bonham and Neil Peart were the best drummers of all time!! Rest in Peace!!! ❤😢

@silversurfer647 Жыл бұрын

Whoa!!! Can't forget Jeff Porcaro.

@wyattblackwood3927 Жыл бұрын

Definitely a lot of evidence to support that. Definitely two of the most influential drummers for aspiring musicians.

@Spookje09 Жыл бұрын

Bonham was not a fan of Peart, allegedly.

@MrBlackbutang Жыл бұрын

He’s the Best! I miss him as should the world. Thanks Neil. RIP

@mrshoashe 3 жыл бұрын

I’m a drummer and only JUST got put on to him and his book Ghost Rider...sigh...wow.... I just dig the guy so much but I’ll never get to tell him. Great legacy

@erik9108 3 жыл бұрын

His legacy lives on. Thankfully we have lots of jaw-dropping concert footage and generations of drummers can be amazed by his talent. The man was one of a kind. RIP

@definitelynotcainan3353 2 жыл бұрын

I love how EVERYTHING on that drum stand is moving and swaying all with the mad professor in the middle controlling the beautiful chaos. Really encapsulates the idea of the drums themselves being merely an extension of Neil's body making this beautiful music. I remember the day he passed like it was yesterday. I was 49 at the time and a lifelong Rush fan and I literally cried like a baby.

@briandoyle3507 Жыл бұрын

I totally love the overhead view of Neil and his awesome drum kit.It brings a better perspective to the song,being a drummer myself.These three musicians are perfectionist.WOW.