The song does have a meaning: YYZ are the call signs of Toronto’s Pearson’s airport (their home). So, whenever they saw the tags on their bags saying YYZ, they knew they were finally heading back home to their families. One day, One of them (Neil I believe) heard the Morse code tone in the plane announcing the YYZ airport, he liked the sound of it, and created the into of the song (yes, the intro is Morse code for YYZ).
The crowd was literally singing an instrumental. That says it all about this magical band. BTW, YYZ is the aviation call sign for Toronto airport (Where Rush is from). The rhythm at the beginning is YYZ in Morse code.
Of course, for our good Canadian boys, the title should be pronounced Why Why Zed :) Rush released a lot of great studio albums, and most included at least one instrumental track. From 1974 -2012, they released 19 studio albums, 11 live albums, and 11 compilations. They have the 3rd most consecutive gold or platinum albums, behind The Beatles and The Stones. But they really showed what they could do in live shows. Neil Peart is widely regarded as one of the greatest percussionists of all time (especially by other drummers). When you check out the drum solo recommended elsewhere, you will see that he sometimes used an even bigger setup, but he could hold everyone's attention with just one snare. Alex Lifeson, similarly, was a virtuoso on lead guitar. And Geddy Lee was a phenomenal bassist, who also played keyboards and was lead singer. His vocals had a lot of detractors, but millions of rabid Rush fans would disagree. He could simultaneously sing, play bass, and would play foot pedal synth. I was lucky enough to see them in Toronto, Montreal, and Ottawa on various tours. Every one was a fantastic show.
His whole stage riser spins. "The Professor", Neil Peart (R.I.P. - we miss you) was the inspiration for millions of drummers around the world (including myself) and is widely considered to be one of the greatest rock drummers of all time.
Hello from Brazil! From Rush I also recommend the official videos for "Tom Sawyer" and "Subdivisions". Also live versions of "Red Barchetta", "Xanadu" and "Freewill" from the album "Exit: Stage Left"! All videos on TH-cam, of course!
I agree this was wild, three next suggestions in this order. You said why did it take so long to get to YYZ, then you'll ask the same when you watch: Neil Peart Drum Solo live in Frankfurt - he'll play the whole kit you just saw Rush - Xanadu, exit stage left live - he actually had more percussion instruments on stage than what you just saw (before electronic drums). Working Man - Time Machine Live. - All out screamer. They modified the beginning to be regee before unleashing the face melt. Then as a bonus, 2 more instrumentals. Via La Strangiato Malignant Narcissism
Believe it or not, Neil's drumset has actually been larger than this! You should watch the video of Rush's song "Xanadu", from the live 1981 concert film called "Exit, Stage Left"!! The music they were doing in the late 1970's, when the song was written (1977), was very progressive and orchestral. So Neil had tubular bells, wind chimes, Glockenspiel, Wood Blocks, triangles, xylophone, tuned cowbell tree, a Gong Drum (used to have an actual Gong cymbal, back in 1978-1979), and THEN he had all the rest of his huge drum kit, with assorted cymbals!! You have to see that performance to understand how amazing Rush is/was!!
@@chriswood1054 There's a lot of talent out there. But the current music scene is all about vocals, so artists focus on vocal performance rather than musicianship. That's a failure of the consumer, not the talent.
I know the Rush purists will disagree, but check out the official Tom Sawyer video. It has some terrific drum work, and it showcases each of them and really clearly shows Geddy Lee’s talent as lead singer, bassist and keyboard player in one song. You likely have heard the song and didn’t know it was them-but it’s a great intro to the genius that is Rush. 3 guys making some of the most perfect music ever played, with lyrics that are among the most intelligent ever written. And Neil Peart on drums has often been described as “your favorite drummer’s favorite drummer”. Enjoy the Rush Rabbit Hole-I envy all that you get to discover for the first time.
During the tour, Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson and Neil Peart played to some of the biggest crowds of the band’s career, including 4️⃣0️⃣,0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ people at the tour’s final stop in Rio de Janeiro. That concert was released in 2003 as RUSH IN RIO, which was certified gold in the U.S. and Canada.
Welcome to the RUSH rabbit hole! You have over 40 years of progressive rock to explore. There are IMO 3 Live staple video's, Neil Peart's Drum Solo - Live in Frankfurt, Xanadu - Live Exit... Stage Left, Working Man - Live in Cleveland. Check out the video for Headlong Flight. A few songs to consider, Spirit of Radio, Tom Sawyer, Witch Hunt, Nobody's Hero, Manhattan Project, plus many, many more... It's a deep hole you are entering but you will not be disappointed! Cheers from Canada! 🇨🇦
Now watch Neil Peart's drum solo live in Frankfurt (same tour). Then Working Man, 2112 (it's 21 minutes long, so plan accordingly), Xanadu live (1981 Exit...Stage Left), Spirit of Radio, Subdivisions, and really any other Rush you can. :)
When you said that's a unique drum set; I immediately knew you haven't reacted to Rush Xanadu Exit Stage Left. It's a concert video - you will not regret it.
Edwin Mercer, I appreciate you and your support. I am so happy enjoyed the video and the music. And yes please send me those requests through one of the links in the videos description box. Here are the links ko-fi.com/highlycombustiblereacts docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd721abdZSlhUnXe2r3YaqAAWlY5PrHtWdkyqpI4ep4j9Ix9g/viewform I truly appreciate you!
If you haven’t heard Xanadu, that could be next. It’s their longest intro before the lyrics starts. In their older concerts, Neil had all the drums AND ALL the percussion too. Chimes, bells, blocks, triangle...
As previously stated, YYZ is the IATA airport identification code of Toronto Pearson International Airport. The airport broadcasts YYZ in Morse code, and the band was introduced to the rhythm as Alex Lifeson flew them into the airport, and it stuck with them. The start of the song is YYZ in Morse Code.
If you want to see an amazing drum solo. Watch Neal Peart (the professor) drum solo in Frankfurt, Germany. Rush is another iconic Canadian band . This is an instrumental, try some of their vocal ones. Maybe start with “Tom Sawyer” and “ Spirit of Radio “.
Neil Peart R.I.P. the finest drummer of his prog/experimental genre in history, though he could give Buddy Rich a run for his money. And more than just a drummer, a lyricist composer and percussionist. Coincidentally Pau from The Warnings favourite drummer 👌
This is amazing , thank you and the one person ( or more ) who recommend this. "New" to me , loved it! Pure and basic talent and instruments. And saying this I realize I am not doing it justice by just that. Read the other comments and found a lot of information about them. Thank you all. Keep this up HxC , really enjoy your sincere reactions. And also the facial expressions , those in combination with what you are saying are a genuine combination.
Quick tip, when looking for live performances, if you see Rio (Brazil) or River Plate (Argentina), you will see the most enthusiastic crowds ever. Regarding Rush. To me their best live performance, where you can see their virtuosity at the top of their game is the one below. "Working Man" by Rush (Time Machine Tour: Live In Cleveland) [OFFICIAL] th-cam.com/video/sI5VuBzo-Qc/w-d-xo.html Also I would recommend to rent the movie Rush:Beyond The Lighted Stage, one of the best documentary about a band ever and especially learning about the drummer Neil Peart's life, which is unbelievable.
Rush filled socker stadium's in south American by themselves, been a Rush fan since 1978 . I've watched Geddy Lee play bass ,synth pedals & sing at the same time.
🙋🏿♀️ Obviously your next Rush video has to be 🥁 Neil Peart Drum Solo (Live in Frankfurt). 😁 Mostly cause I want to see 🤯 your head explode. BTW: YYZ is the code for Toronto Airport and the intro is YYZ in Morse Code. 🐰 #ENRGYZRBunny
"La Villa Strangiato" if you want a Rush instrumental that lasts a good bit longer. Not better, just different. The official video is pretty awesome too.
And this is new age modern, back in the 70s before electronic percussion he had real percussion, chimes , bells wood blocks ,triangles,this song was one of the top guitar heroes songs
Sounds like you need to do a Neil Peart solo. Pick any of them, it will be close to perfection. If you want to listen to another instrwntal masterpiece, La Villa Strangiato. There are several though. I say La Villa Strangiato because it is straight EPIC. As far as songs, there's 19 albums and a whole lot of kick ass music.
How many drums does he have? All of them. You asked for it... Rush - Neil Peart Drum Solo (Rush 30th Anniversary Tour) th-cam.com/video/Ri16-S1GDYg/w-d-xo.html For one with vocals.... Rush - "Working Man" (Time Machine Tour: Live In Cleveland) th-cam.com/video/sI5VuBzo-Qc/w-d-xo.html
Who needs lyrics when the crowd is singing to an instrumental 🤷♂️ This instrumental is just a warm up. You should check out La Villa Strangiato from these guys. It's incredible! Take care ✌
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I guess its time for you to see The Professor use all of his drums...
Check out... NEIL PEART DRUM SOLO LIVE IN FRANKFURT.
th-cam.com/video/LWRMOJQDiLU/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=RushWire
As someone else said, your head will explode watching his solo in Frankfurt.
When tens of thousands of people are singing to an instrumental, you know it’s something special. Great job.
The song does have a meaning:
YYZ are the call signs of Toronto’s Pearson’s airport (their home). So, whenever they saw the tags on their bags saying YYZ, they knew they were finally heading back home to their families.
One day, One of them (Neil I believe) heard the Morse code tone in the plane announcing the YYZ airport, he liked the sound of it, and created the into of the song (yes, the intro is Morse code for YYZ).
If true, this is amazing.
Alex was flying the plane he has a pilots license.
The crowd was literally singing an instrumental. That says it all about this magical band.
BTW, YYZ is the aviation call sign for Toronto airport (Where Rush is from). The rhythm at the beginning is YYZ in Morse code.
Of course, for our good Canadian boys, the title should be pronounced Why Why Zed :)
Rush released a lot of great studio albums, and most included at least one instrumental track.
From 1974 -2012, they released 19 studio albums, 11 live albums, and 11 compilations. They have the 3rd most consecutive gold or platinum albums, behind The Beatles and The Stones.
But they really showed what they could do in live shows. Neil Peart is widely regarded as one of the greatest percussionists of all time (especially by other drummers). When you check out the drum solo recommended elsewhere, you will see that he sometimes used an even bigger setup, but he could hold everyone's attention with just one snare. Alex Lifeson, similarly, was a virtuoso on lead guitar. And Geddy Lee was a phenomenal bassist, who also played keyboards and was lead singer. His vocals had a lot of detractors, but millions of rabid Rush fans would disagree. He could simultaneously sing, play bass, and would play foot pedal synth.
I was lucky enough to see them in Toronto, Montreal, and Ottawa on various tours. Every one was a fantastic show.
but they are still the biggest cult band most peopke have never heard of. I love that.
It’s not a mystery why so many of us in the RUSH family love & worship these 3 Kings!!!
RUSH FOREVER!!!
From a lifelong RUSH fan!!
Best crowd reaction I've ever seen I Love RIO!!!!!!!
His whole stage riser spins. "The Professor", Neil Peart (R.I.P. - we miss you) was the inspiration for millions of drummers around the world (including myself) and is widely considered to be one of the greatest rock drummers of all time.
One of the best instrumentals in rock history.
Unique drum set… and unique drummer !
RIP professor 😢
Holy crap!! This is a strong intro!! This is definitely a hype song!! Soo good!! 😁
This is not an intro, it's actually the YYZ song but there is a video called "rush best intro ever" you should check out here on YT.
Hello from Brazil! From Rush I also recommend the official videos for "Tom Sawyer" and "Subdivisions". Also live versions of "Red Barchetta", "Xanadu" and "Freewill" from the album "Exit: Stage Left"! All videos on TH-cam, of course!
I agree this was wild, three next suggestions in this order. You said why did it take so long to get to YYZ, then you'll ask the same when you watch:
Neil Peart Drum Solo live in Frankfurt - he'll play the whole kit you just saw
Rush - Xanadu, exit stage left live - he actually had more percussion instruments on stage than what you just saw (before electronic drums).
Working Man - Time Machine Live. - All out screamer. They modified the beginning to be regee before unleashing the face melt.
Then as a bonus, 2 more instrumentals.
Via La Strangiato
Malignant Narcissism
this was the single piece of complete badassery that i have every seen!
Believe it or not, Neil's drumset has actually been larger than this! You should watch the video of Rush's song "Xanadu", from the live 1981 concert film called "Exit, Stage Left"!! The music they were doing in the late 1970's, when the song was written (1977), was very progressive and orchestral. So Neil had tubular bells, wind chimes, Glockenspiel, Wood Blocks, triangles, xylophone, tuned cowbell tree, a Gong Drum (used to have an actual Gong cymbal, back in 1978-1979), and THEN he had all the rest of his huge drum kit, with assorted cymbals!! You have to see that performance to understand how amazing Rush is/was!!
"so what you want is a poem, in that case" -- well said
It's RUSH. This is what is missing from modern music, the mastery of the instrument.
I recommend Polyphia. Kids will be just fine.
Well.. that. And actual talent.
@@chriswood1054 There's a lot of talent out there. But the current music scene is all about vocals, so artists focus on vocal performance rather than musicianship. That's a failure of the consumer, not the talent.
I know the Rush purists will disagree, but check out the official Tom Sawyer video. It has some terrific drum work, and it showcases each of them and really clearly shows Geddy Lee’s talent as lead singer, bassist and keyboard player in one song. You likely have heard the song and didn’t know it was them-but it’s a great intro to the genius that is Rush. 3 guys making some of the most perfect music ever played, with lyrics that are among the most intelligent ever written. And Neil Peart on drums has often been described as “your favorite drummer’s favorite drummer”. Enjoy the Rush Rabbit Hole-I envy all that you get to discover for the first time.
During the tour, Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson and Neil Peart played to some of the biggest crowds of the band’s career, including 4️⃣0️⃣,0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ people at the tour’s final stop in Rio de Janeiro. That concert was released in 2003 as RUSH IN RIO, which was certified gold in the U.S. and Canada.
Awesome! Thanks for sharing.
When you listen to it again, and you will, listen for the rhythm
- . - - - . - - - - . .
Y Y Z
Just one reason geeks and music geeks love RUSH.
Welcome to the RUSH rabbit hole! You have over 40 years of progressive rock to explore. There are IMO 3 Live staple video's, Neil Peart's Drum Solo - Live in Frankfurt, Xanadu - Live Exit... Stage Left, Working Man - Live in Cleveland. Check out the video for Headlong Flight. A few songs to consider, Spirit of Radio, Tom Sawyer, Witch Hunt, Nobody's Hero, Manhattan Project, plus many, many more... It's a deep hole you are entering but you will not be disappointed!
Cheers from Canada! 🇨🇦
Now watch Neil Peart's drum solo live in Frankfurt (same tour). Then Working Man, 2112 (it's 21 minutes long, so plan accordingly), Xanadu live (1981 Exit...Stage Left), Spirit of Radio, Subdivisions, and really any other Rush you can. :)
You MUST react to: Xanadu (Live: Exit…Stage Left); La Villa Strangiato (Official video); these are just starting points
When you said that's a unique drum set; I immediately knew you haven't reacted to Rush Xanadu Exit Stage Left. It's a concert video - you will not regret it.
You HAVE to see the drum solo Live in Frankfurt!!!
Edwin Mercer,
I appreciate you and your support. I am so happy enjoyed the video and the music. And yes please send me those requests through one of the links in the videos description box. Here are the links
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I truly appreciate you!
The drummer stands up and the drum kit rotates around him bringing the drums that he will use in front of him. Peace.
"O Baterista" from this same concert is an AMAZING drum solo. It will melt your brain. I guarantee it.
there is actually 2 drum kits around him, a traditional kit and a electronic kit
rush is a canadian gem RIP Neil
Yyz greatest instrumental ever
If you haven’t heard Xanadu, that could be next.
It’s their longest intro before the lyrics starts.
In their older concerts, Neil had all the drums AND ALL the percussion too. Chimes, bells, blocks, triangle...
As previously stated, YYZ is the IATA airport identification code of Toronto Pearson International Airport. The airport broadcasts YYZ in Morse code, and the band was introduced to the rhythm as Alex Lifeson flew them into the airport, and it stuck with them. The start of the song is YYZ in Morse Code.
How many times in your life have you seen a concert crowd singing along with an instrumental?
Nice Brother, I am and always have been a huge Rush fan as they use to play our gym at school before they got big. I was born and raised in Toronto.
YYZ is the code for Toronto International Airport. Every time you fly there, your bags are tagged YYZ.
If you want to see an amazing drum solo. Watch Neal Peart (the professor) drum solo in Frankfurt, Germany. Rush is another iconic Canadian band . This is an instrumental, try some of their vocal ones. Maybe start with “Tom Sawyer” and “ Spirit of Radio “.
200+ songs
20 albums
45+years
Enjoy
Neil Peart R.I.P. the finest drummer of his prog/experimental genre in history, though he could give Buddy Rich a run for his money. And more than just a drummer, a lyricist composer and percussionist. Coincidentally Pau from The Warnings favourite drummer 👌
« An hour and a half? »
No no, Rush used to do 3 hrs (yes yes, 3) shows in their later years!
This is amazing , thank you and the one person ( or more ) who recommend this.
"New" to me , loved it!
Pure and basic talent and instruments.
And saying this I realize I am not doing it justice by just that.
Read the other comments and found a lot of information about them.
Thank you all.
Keep this up HxC , really enjoy your sincere reactions.
And also the facial expressions , those in combination with what you are saying are a genuine combination.
Yes Neil The Professor Peart plays all his kit and it does spin when he does his drum solo etc check out his drum solo live Frankfurt 2010
Check out One Little Victory Live in Rio...
Check out Working Man live in Cleveland.
Where's my thing/ Here it is live in Dallas.
Neil Peart drum solo live in Frankfurt
Yes to more Rush!!!!
Whether Rush, Bruce Springsteen, Tina Turner or Greta VanFleet, Rio has some crazy great audiences!
Great react!
Love rush, thanks for this
Now listen to it again and realize that the crowd is singing along.
Awesome reaction bro!!!!!!
You will love where's my thing by Rush and others a drum solo in it to
You need to check out the drum solo from the 30th anniversary concert. It's worth a look.
Also check out “Leave that thing alone “ live version!!!!!!!! Insane
You should see his drum set in the Exit Stage Left version of Xanadu.
they're singing along with the melody, gotta be a top 3 live crowd...EVER !o!
INXS - New Sensation - Wembley live video - need to check that one.
There song working man live is epic
Quick tip, when looking for live performances, if you see Rio (Brazil) or River Plate (Argentina), you will see the most enthusiastic crowds ever.
Regarding Rush. To me their best live performance, where you can see their virtuosity at the top of their game is the one below.
"Working Man" by Rush (Time Machine Tour: Live In Cleveland) [OFFICIAL]
th-cam.com/video/sI5VuBzo-Qc/w-d-xo.html
Also I would recommend to rent the movie Rush:Beyond The Lighted Stage, one of the best documentary about a band ever and especially learning about the drummer Neil Peart's life, which is unbelievable.
Rush filled socker stadium's in south American by themselves, been a Rush fan since 1978 . I've watched Geddy Lee play bass ,synth pedals & sing at the same time.
🙋🏿♀️ Obviously your next Rush video has to be 🥁 Neil Peart Drum Solo (Live in Frankfurt). 😁 Mostly cause I want to see 🤯 your head explode. BTW: YYZ is the code for Toronto Airport and the intro is YYZ in Morse Code. 🐰 #ENRGYZRBunny
Who knew Jon Stewart was doing TH-cam reactions?
"La Villa Strangiato" if you want a Rush instrumental that lasts a good bit longer. Not better, just different. The official video is pretty awesome too.
Y... Y...Zed!
Lyrics supplied by Rio, in Portuguese!!!! Check out Prof. Peart's drum solo Live in Frankfurt!! 🔥 💣 💥
Other good instrumentals from Rush: "La Villa Strangiato", "The Main Monkey Business", "Malignant Narcissism", "Leave that Thing Alone"....
40,000 in that crowd that night
If you enjoyed this one check out RUSH-La Villa Strangiato! Another great instrumental is Band Maid-Onset!! 🎶🎸🥁🎸🎶🔥🙂
Rush…Xanadu live exit stage left 🤣
And this is new age modern, back in the 70s before electronic percussion he had real percussion, chimes , bells wood blocks ,triangles,this song was one of the top guitar heroes songs
Highly Combustible -
“How many drums does this guy need?”
The Professor -
“Yes”
Would love to see a reaction to Rush: Working Man -- Live in Cleveland
Great reaction... checkout la villa strangiato and working man live Cleveland Ohio 2011 time machine tour...
Cheers...
Sounds like you need to do a Neil Peart solo. Pick any of them, it will be close to perfection. If you want to listen to another instrwntal masterpiece, La Villa Strangiato. There are several though. I say La Villa Strangiato because it is straight EPIC. As far as songs, there's 19 albums and a whole lot of kick ass music.
LOL! As usual, "How many drums does this guy have?"
He has all of them...
How many drums does Neil have?
Neil: All of them.
How many drums does he have? All of them. You asked for it... Rush - Neil Peart Drum Solo (Rush 30th Anniversary Tour) th-cam.com/video/Ri16-S1GDYg/w-d-xo.html
For one with vocals.... Rush - "Working Man" (Time Machine Tour: Live In Cleveland) th-cam.com/video/sI5VuBzo-Qc/w-d-xo.html
Check out their live version of Working Man. Insane.
if you love instrumentals try RUSH'S La Villa Strangiato.. great reaction!!!!
The entire kit rotates. I don't see your reaction to the solo in Frankfurt...you will see why he is the g.o.a.t....RIP
These guys play for 3 hrs live !!!!!
Love Rush.. but if you like instrumentals, DREAM THEATER - INSTRUMEDLEY 🔥🔥🔥
Older version of working man live.
Check out the Intro. Seriously Awsome
Neil Peart , the best drummer of all time.
Xanadu and La Villa Strangiato
If you want to see Neil make use of the whole drumset check out his Drum Solo in Frankfurt - th-cam.com/video/LWRMOJQDiLU/w-d-xo.html
For instrumentals go down the rabbit hole. Check out where's my thing and and leave that thing alone
Gotta check out his solo!!!!!!! Neil Peart live in Frankfurt!!!!!!!!! Amazing
HEY BUD CHECK OUT NEAL PEARTS DRUM SOLO FROM SNAKES AND ARROWS.
LOL....Neil doesn't spin around the drums.....no, no....the drums spin around him.
Ps love your channel
There are no lyrics in Y.Y.Z. you're looking at 3. Masters. Yes his drums rotate. And he can play every damn one of them.
Next reaction if you have not done one yet. Working Man live in Cleveland.
Who needs lyrics when the crowd is singing to an instrumental 🤷♂️
This instrumental is just a warm up. You should check out La Villa Strangiato from these guys. It's incredible!
Take care ✌
Just watch r30 or r40 full concerts- get your mind blown.
working man live in cleveland your life will change
Check out xanadu by rush
Great reaction. Just another music nerd.
F Y I , This band is from Toronto Ont. Canada
Y Y ZED
Theirs a way bigger set