“Who is that voice??!!” ... Welcome to Geddy Lee! You can’t get more Canadian than RUSH and Bob and Doug MacKenzie.. Daaamn, feeling a little more proud this morning! 😬👍❤️🇨🇦
I grew up in Edmonton in the '70s and '80s. There was a special time in the early '80s when EVERY boy in my junior high gleefully reenacted Bob and Doug episodes on Monday mornings that we'd watched on Friday night. And then SCTV got Americanized, and something pure, funny and Canadian got spoiled.
Hollywood rides on our backs like a parasite and spoils everything it touches. Real Americans loved the true Canadian culture, our neighbors to the North. SCTV was the funniest thing I ever saw, especially the fake commercials.
Watching your reaction to hearing Geddy Lee's voice for the first time made my day!! You are in for such a treat once you do a deep dive into the brilliance that is Rush. Enjoy!!
Good on you for including the 'ft Geddy Lee'. Geddy is a huge Canadian icon know all over the world. Rush songs you may want to check out: Spirit of Radio Tom Sawyer YYZ Neil Peart's Drum solo Start with these.
@@Zlata1313 Agreed, although now that I'm thinking about it, it doesn't really feature Geddy's voice. Still absolutely worth a watch, unbelievable doesn't begin to describe that solo.
I'd throw Closer to the Heart in there as well. My personal choice would be to include Nobody's Hero as well, but Closer to the Heart needs to be there as one of their biggest
Rush is an amazing band, both lyrically and musically. Their drummer, Neil Peart, unfortunately passed away due to illness a few years ago. He was called The Professor because he wrote most of Rush’s lyrics. There is a TH-cam video of a drum solo. He did in Frankfurt Germany. That will blow your mind. Rush has some great songs, my favourite is Tom Sawyer. But there are a host of others that are mentioned below. Fantastic band.
@@ddiamondr1 Have you seen the cover of Time Stand Still by The United States Army Band "Pershing's Own"? They did it to honor Neil Peart shortly after he passed away. Totally blew me away!
Random tidbit, my wife made a crochet doll of Neil Peart, it became a huge seller for her, with one of them even sitting on Neil's mother's mantel, and she routinely sends several items to the family to auction off in the Neil Peart memorial auctions
Now you MUST check out Rush, one of the greatest bands ever to grace this planet. Start with The Spirit of Radio, Tom Sawyer, Free Will, Xanadu, then YYZ. Official live versions are the way to go: three guys that sound like twice as many.
@YT_MertCan - Rush was inducted into the R&R Hall of Fame and deservedly so. Neil Peart was considered one of it not THE best rock drummer of all time and he was usually their lyricist. Losing his wife and daughter tragically he took a year long motorcycle journey and wrote a book about how to deal with grief. A brilliant man. Geddy (Gary) Lee is an absolutely amazing bassist. When he played guitar or keyboards he would play bass with his feet using a synthesizer. Alex Lifeson was an amazing guitarist. Three men produced the sound of a dozen. They had a worldwide following. When inducted into the R&R Hall of Fame Alex's speech consisted of @ 2 minutes of "blah, blah, blah" mocking the banality of acceptance speeches. They were all comical guys. On stage they would have tons of silly props like washing machines and rubber chickens. I'm not a fan of heavy stuff but their virtuosity was magnetic.
Back in the day when radio was king, this song played extensively during Christmas time in Canada. Rush is the best progressive rock band ever. Their live music is the best because they seamlessly recreate their studio recordings perfectly. #Rush
I find people either love or hate Geddy Lee's voice. I personally think he sounds like an angel, but my wife can't stand it. Lol. Glad you liked it! Rush Rules!
I used to listen to Rush in spite of his voice but over time I came to appreciate what a truly talented singer he is.. And Base player... And keyboardist... Alex is also amazing. The fact that three people put out that sound is incredible. They are all great musicians
@@mouse9727 I know right, what’s not to like? Are you old enough to know “ the three stooges” another entertainment that seems only guys like/liked. Are there any bands that only females like and not men? Maybe the boy bands from the 90’s ?
@@eugenesaxe8579 I know the three stooges, but never watched much of it. More into James Bond flicks. I’m not sure about stuff women like that men don’t. I don’t think I’m a typical girl though, lol. I can’t stand 90s boy bands but love bands like Quiet Riot, AC/DC and Great White. No other woman I know feels the same. I think it has a lot to do with me being a child of the 80s and the fact that I hate country music 🤫
Both songs got good air play when released, and both are my playlists. As for Geddy Lee and Rush, they were a Canadian powerhouse group with a library of music that I think you will enjoy exploring. Songs that come to mind for you to start with are, Tom Sawyer, Red Barchetta, Subdivisions. Something else you might enjoy from the era of Great White North, and you should watch the documentary of it's production as well as listen to the song is Tears are not Enough by Northern Lights. Which was the Canadian record industry at the time coming together to raise funds for famine relief.
I recommend "Tears Are Not Enough" as well. I listen to it every year as well as the UK (Do They Know It's Christmas) and USA songs (Tears are Not Enough).
To add: There's a great little documentary on Neil Peart's re-creation of the Hockey Night in Canada theme song called "Drums - Trailer - Neil Peart: Fire on Ice".
12 days of Christmas by Bob & Doug is a go-to for my family! My 2nd favourite bit (after “beer”) is how they skip the “3 mystery days” in the song, straight from 8 to 12! 😂
I think the best into song to Rush should be "Spirit of Radio" as it tells of the difficulty Rush had getting into mainstream radio. Thankfully CFNY stepped up and the rest is history. I remember seeing Rush in a Toronto tavern (1973) and hoped those local boys would set the world ablaze with their music......and they did!
If you like Geddy Lee's voice you will love their song "Closer To the Heart". Beautiful song. Also amazing other songs are: Limelight, Tom Sawyer, Fly By Night, Subdivisions and New World Man
Geddy Lee's voice is amazing, loved your reaction when you first heard him sing. Rush is a truly iconic Canadian band. The best known song is Tom Sawyer but I also really like Closer to the Heart. Bob and Doug's 12 Days of Christmas is indeed a classic Christmas song, isn't Christmas if you don't play it a few times during the season.
Geddy Lee was the bassist, kayboardist and lead singer of Ruch - a Canadian ProgRock group that was out at the same time as "Yes" in the '70s and '80s. They used to sneak into "Yes" concerts they were too young to get into. But - in a weird twist of fate - it was Geddy Lee who inducted "Yes" into the R&R Hall of Fame - and took the late Chris Squires' place on stage when they played "Roundabout" at the Awards night. How cool is that ?!?
Those 2 songs are part of our Christmas traditions. We have a list of favourites that we have to hear or the holiday season isn't complete and these are at the top of the list. 🤟 " 10 bucks is 10 bucks eh."
Geddy is the lead singer of RUSH. Check them out and do a reaction to a few songs if you can... Tom Sawyer, Spirit of Radio are two great one! Take off, eh?
A touque, toque, took - is the woolen hat, essential for Canadian winters. Bob & Doug pulled this off so well. I think the only other band to mind is where The Trailer Park Boys, Don Cherry and The Tragically Hip did ' the darkest one', you'd have to watch. 110% Canadian.
there are 2 episodes of SCTV that are full-length Bob & Doug episodes...one is called "The Great White North Palace" where Guy Cabellero, the manager of the SCTV station tries to capitalize on the McKenzie's popularity by giving them a prime time special & they get Tony Bennett to guest star...you can imagine what happens when things go downhill, since Bob & Doug can barely put together a 2-minute show and now have to pull off a full special...the second full Bob & Doug episode is one where they are struggling to find a good topic for their show & wind up getting an interview with Canadian musician Ian Thomas (Dave's younger brother) Both are great episodes because it expands the characters beyond their 2-minute segments & you get to see them interact with other characters in the SCTV Universe...definitely worth watching!!!
I grew up with Bob and Doug. They were fashioned to be in a typical basement in a weird place called Scarborough. I think every Canadian at the time could find something to relate to in their skits, music, and movies. PLEASE, take a closer look at Rush. Geddy has a boice that will make your arm hair stand on end. Very talented group.
Every Canadian kids heros in the early 80s. I played Bob in my Christmas play in grade seven. That's right, the McKenzie Brothers hosted our Xmas production in front of the entire school complete with beer bottles and smokes in an elementary school. Different times...
Thank you for reacting to these...I listen to The Twelve Days every Christmas, but I haven't heart Take Off in a long time. And I'm really glad that you enjoy their skits from SCTV. I need to watch more of those!
Dave Thomas's brother Ian is also a bonafide Canadian rock star going at least as far back in music as his brother in comedy. See his appearance on SCTV, he's also a very credible hosehead😂, and listen to Carlos Santana's version of 'Hold On'.😊😘🤙🎶❤✨️🕊 Oh, and, like, take off, eh? Almost forgot. Jeez.😮
I had this album as a kid 😂I asked my parents for it (yes I’m old…51😂) and I was obsessed with SCTV which explains my sense of humour much to the chagrin of my parents
Rush are Canadian Icons. Try: Closer to the heart, Fly by Night, Spirit of Radio, New World Man. Also, should watch their induction into the Rock and Roll hall of Fame. The crowd went crazy.
"Tom Sawyer" (1981) The official video is studio audio with scenes of their recording sessions. Other songs you might enjoy: "The Spirit of Radio", "Xanadu", "Closer to the Heart"... There are dozens more, but start with any one of those and you'll be set for a lifetime of RUSH fandom! ;-]
Red Barchetta, Tom Sawyer, La Villa Strangiato, Temples of Syrynx, the Trees, There are so many greats and the talent these three have, just amazing they came together to give us all this. Enjoy!!
Their "Twelve Days Of Christmas" song does, in fact, still get regular airplay on many Canadian radio stations during December. As others have mentioned, you gotta do a reaction to their movie "Strange Brew" :)
It always impressed me that they invited Geddy Lee (who, in addition to vocals is a brilliant bass guitarist) when they could have easily included Ian Thomas (Dave Thomas' brother). Ian is a legitimate rock star but rather than nepotism they went for name recognition. I am sure Ian would have done a great job but Geddy Lee is the man. (and ten bucks is ten bucks!)
Yes Mert, do yourself a favour and look up Rush’s music. An iconic band that has had longevity and transformed not just music in North America, but it’s delivery in concert events. Mr. Lee has passed on, you may not know this not being a local fellow but his music and energy will live on through many generations.
Rush is one of Canada's best bands. Geddy Lee gas an amazing voice and your reaction said it all. Rush is a three-man band, and their drummer Neil Peart, is a legend, and I would love to see if he was the one doing that drum solo. But probably not, because I doubt those hosers had another twelve bucks for the fee.
Welcome to the hit single part of our record, eh. That it's a great backing track is the crux of the joke; it wouldn't work otherwise. You talked over my favourite line in the song, so you may have missed it. Bob goes, "Guess what? It's over." And Doug says, "Take off, it can't be." And Bob says, "THESE HIT RECORDS ARE SHORT."🤣
Spirit of Radio is a good place to start with Rush. You can get lost within Rush, but if you are patient you are in for a wonderful ride. I had the same reaction as you did to Take Off.
I'm French Canadian ,, but these guys are really funny ,, I can relate to their humors , so funny , they try to cheer you up , heh,, give them a beer ,,
What's French Canadian have to do with it? The province is in canada, still Canadian... eventhough Quebec wanted to be it's own country at 1 time, the balls of the Quebec government.
That whole album is fun to listen to. First album I bought as a kid. Still have it to this day and now my youngest is listening to it. As for Rush, arguably the best rock band this country produced. There is a lot of great Canadian music and artists you probably have heard that you don't know are Canadian. You're in for some treats! 😃
We listen to their Christmas album every year while decorating the Christmas tree. I even found an xmas tree decoration that's their album cover which is too fun!
Getty Lee one of the best vocals in Rock! Rush rules Canadian music. Getty was out of his comfort zone when it came to comedy. However he loved them so much he agreed to do the record.
I could watch your reactions to Getty singing, a hundred times over!! THAT was the epitome of SHOCK and AWE reaction!! Yes, Rush was an amazing band in their time, and still remain as part of Canadian radio content on a daily basis.
The look on your face when Geddy started singing 😲😲 was hilarious. As a life long Rush fan I highly recommend jumping into the Rush rabbit hole. You won't be sorry!! 🤘😎🤘 (Geddy's amazing vocals are just the tip of the iceberg!) The Rush boys are really more 'anti' rock stars. They are adorably awkward guys with a great sense of humor, who don't take themselves too seriously. (They frequently used the 3 Stooges theme music when coming on stage.) Where to start? 🤔 Spirit of Radio, Fly by Night, and Tom Sawyer. Then we can get into some of the really good stuff! 😉
Rush is often regarded as one of the most talented band of all time. Geddy Lee was consistently regarded as one of if not the best Bassist in Rock and the same can be said for Drummer and Lyricist Neil Peart (pronounced Pea-rt) who was along with Jon Bonham of Led Zeppelin considered the greatest rock drummer ever. All three members of the band were great friends and kept the same lineup from 1975 up until 2020 when Neil Peart died of brain cancer RIP. I recommend you watch the video "Dinner With Rush" which is pretty funny
I still have my vinyl copy of this album. It got heavy play when it dropped. If you like Bob & Doug, you should check out their movie, Strange Brew. And for more Geddy Lee, check out Rush's "Tom Sawyer". It's a jam!
The 12 days of Christmas (Bob & Doug MacKenzie version), would get played on the radio in Canada (and a bit in the US) around Christmas time as a tradition for quite awhile, (not so much anymore.)
Holy flashbacks to my childhood 😂!! Love it! And what can I say about Geddy Lee and Rush. Not just Canadian icons but international icons of that era of music. They’re not just musicians.. they’re artists . The talent is ridiculous. Tom Sawyer is my favourite song. Make sure you listen with really good headphones and crank the volume for the true experience!
Rush is one of the best ever prog rock bands and with only 3 members they are deemed to have the most talented musicians in one band. Each one is at or near the top of their perspective playing of their instruments. They inspired some of the best bands to have come after them. Their earlier music (pre-1980) is epic. Their later music is popular and catchy. They are also just really nice people. Epic songs: 2112, Xanadu, La Villa Strangiato, Cygnus X-1 Book I: The Voyage Popular songs: Closer to the Heart, The Spirit of Radio, Tom Sawyer, Red Barchetta, YYZ, Limelight and many more.
Great reaction to Getty Lee’s voice! Have you reacted to them? You need to watch a documentary on them. Their story is incredible. A friend of mine has seen them in many different cities all over the world. He also met them at a winery. Said they guys are amazing.
So, this is what I know about the great white north. Ian Thomas, Dave Thomas's brother, is a Canadian musician. Every boxing day, his sound guy, Leo, would have a party. Ian would entertain us with his version of the quintessential Canadian guy. His brother thought it was funny, and it ended up on SCTV. Ironically, They released an album in 1981, which did better than any of Ian's 11 albums. Fun Story. Canadian musicians know you never make it in Canada unless you make it somewhere else. Ian told me this story, which explains it all. He went on a concert tour in Germany. At customs, the woman checked a box of his CDs. She pulled out one, she looked at the cover, looked at Ian, and then back at the cover. "OH MY GOTT! You're Ian Thomas. I have all your albums!" He gave her a CD and signed it. Coming back to Canada, he had some CDs left over. When stopped at customs, the woman pulled out one of his CDs. She pulled out one, she looked at the cover, looked at Ian, and then back at the cover. She put her hands on her hips. "Am I supposed to know you?"
Also, I hope you are planning to do a reaction video for the Bob & Doug movie Strange Brew...it is definitely worth watching...written & directed by Rick & Dave...I can't see you not wanting to watch it
You have just heard Rush with Bob & Doug talking over them!!! Neil Peart was always in the top 3 drummers in the world, he grew up in Port Dalhousie overlooking Lakeside Park and every time I hear their song Lakeside Park it takes me back there experiencing everything written in the song!!!
Bob and Doug also have a movie called 'Strange Brew' it is a cult Canadian classic.
100% agree that he needs to see that masterpiece.
It's the best interpretation of Hamlet I've ever seen.
I give it 4 stubby beer bottles out of 4.
Can’t believe you have never heard Rush! Tom Sawyer, Limelight-Spirit of the Radio will BLOW YOUR MIND!. MUST LISTEN NOW😂😂😂
I love when they do the play by play of the hockey game in the movie
"Ten bucks is ten bucks, eh?" One of my favourite lines ever.
So glad you loved Geddy's voice. He's pretty incredible. You really have to listen to Rush. Amazing Canadian band!
RUSH one of Canada’s true treasures!!! ❤❤❤
Neal Peart is legit one of the greatest percussionists to ever exist
Never could stand Geddy's voice. It actually caused battles in our house!
@justsayin5609 there are two kinds of people. Those who love Geddy Lee, and those who are wrong
They're ok 👍
“Who is that voice??!!” ... Welcome to Geddy Lee! You can’t get more Canadian than RUSH and Bob and Doug MacKenzie.. Daaamn, feeling a little more proud this morning! 😬👍❤️🇨🇦
I grew up in Edmonton in the '70s and '80s.
There was a special time in the early '80s when EVERY boy in my junior high gleefully reenacted Bob and Doug episodes on Monday mornings that we'd watched on Friday night.
And then SCTV got Americanized, and something pure, funny and Canadian got spoiled.
Hollywood rides on our backs like a parasite and spoils everything it touches. Real Americans loved the true Canadian culture, our neighbors to the North. SCTV was the funniest thing I ever saw, especially the fake commercials.
Watching your reaction to hearing Geddy Lee's voice for the first time made my day!! You are in for such a treat once you do a deep dive into the brilliance that is Rush. Enjoy!!
Rush is, in my view, Canada's greatest contribution to rock n roll.
Good on you for including the 'ft Geddy Lee'. Geddy is a huge Canadian icon know all over the world.
Rush songs you may want to check out:
Spirit of Radio
Tom Sawyer
YYZ
Neil Peart's Drum solo
Start with these.
YYZ live in Rio, drum solo from Frankfurt
You won't regret it.
@@jasonrmacdonald Neil's drum solo is GOAT ❤
@@Zlata1313 Agreed, although now that I'm thinking about it, it doesn't really feature Geddy's voice. Still absolutely worth a watch, unbelievable doesn't begin to describe that solo.
I'd throw Closer to the Heart in there as well. My personal choice would be to include Nobody's Hero as well, but Closer to the Heart needs to be there as one of their biggest
Someone once described Geddy as sounding like Robert Plant on acid. Geddy took it as a compliment.
@YT_MertCan go to fucking life you spamming piece of shit
Rush is an amazing band, both lyrically and musically. Their drummer, Neil Peart, unfortunately passed away due to illness a few years ago. He was called The Professor because he wrote most of Rush’s lyrics.
There is a TH-cam video of a drum solo. He did in Frankfurt Germany. That will blow your mind. Rush has some great songs, my favourite is Tom Sawyer. But there are a host of others that are mentioned below. Fantastic band.
And yes, as someone pointed out below, Neil is considered one of the greatest drummers of all time.
@@ddiamondr1 Have you seen the cover of Time Stand Still by The United States Army Band "Pershing's Own"? They did it to honor Neil Peart shortly after he passed away. Totally blew me away!
Neil was called The Professor because of his technical proficiency on the drums...not because he was the lyricist...
Random tidbit, my wife made a crochet doll of Neil Peart, it became a huge seller for her, with one of them even sitting on Neil's mother's mantel, and she routinely sends several items to the family to auction off in the Neil Peart memorial auctions
Had the album lol
It's not Christmas without hearing this song playing on the radio!🎅🇨🇦🎁🎄
They are Canadian legends !
Now you MUST check out Rush, one of the greatest bands ever to grace this planet. Start with The Spirit of Radio, Tom Sawyer, Free Will, Xanadu, then YYZ. Official live versions are the way to go: three guys that sound like twice as many.
You forgot 2112, closer to the heart, and fly by night
If you do RUSH videos, BRACE yourself for a HUGE sound from three people. LIVE is always recommended
@YT_MertCan - Rush was inducted into the R&R Hall of Fame and deservedly so. Neil Peart was considered one of it not THE best rock drummer of all time and he was usually their lyricist. Losing his wife and daughter tragically he took a year long motorcycle journey and wrote a book about how to deal with grief. A brilliant man. Geddy (Gary) Lee is an absolutely amazing bassist. When he played guitar or keyboards he would play bass with his feet using a synthesizer. Alex Lifeson was an amazing guitarist. Three men produced the sound of a dozen. They had a worldwide following. When inducted into the R&R Hall of Fame Alex's speech consisted of @ 2 minutes of "blah, blah, blah" mocking the banality of acceptance speeches. They were all comical guys. On stage they would have tons of silly props like washing machines and rubber chickens. I'm not a fan of heavy stuff but their virtuosity was magnetic.
Back in the day when radio was king, this song played extensively during Christmas time in Canada.
Rush is the best progressive rock band ever. Their live music is the best because they seamlessly recreate their studio recordings perfectly. #Rush
I find people either love or hate Geddy Lee's voice. I personally think he sounds like an angel, but my wife can't stand it. Lol.
Glad you liked it! Rush Rules!
I used to listen to Rush in spite of his voice but over time I came to appreciate what a truly talented singer he is.. And Base player... And keyboardist... Alex is also amazing. The fact that three people put out that sound is incredible. They are all great musicians
Lol,very few wives or girlfriends like Rush
@@eugenesaxe8579I’m proudly one of those few. Absolutely loved them from the first time I heard them.
@@mouse9727 I know right, what’s not to like? Are you old enough to know “ the three stooges” another entertainment that seems only guys like/liked. Are there any bands that only females like and not men? Maybe the boy bands from the 90’s ?
@@eugenesaxe8579 I know the three stooges, but never watched much of it. More into James Bond flicks. I’m not sure about stuff women like that men don’t. I don’t think I’m a typical girl though, lol. I can’t stand 90s boy bands but love bands like Quiet Riot, AC/DC and Great White. No other woman I know feels the same. I think it has a lot to do with me being a child of the 80s and the fact that I hate country music 🤫
Both songs got good air play when released, and both are my playlists. As for Geddy Lee and Rush, they were a Canadian powerhouse group with a library of music that I think you will enjoy exploring. Songs that come to mind for you to start with are, Tom Sawyer, Red Barchetta, Subdivisions. Something else you might enjoy from the era of Great White North, and you should watch the documentary of it's production as well as listen to the song is Tears are not Enough by Northern Lights. Which was the Canadian record industry at the time coming together to raise funds for famine relief.
Great choices!
@@jwyllor but never leave out Xanadu
I recommend "Tears Are Not Enough" as well. I listen to it every year as well as the UK (Do They Know It's Christmas) and USA songs (Tears are Not Enough).
th-cam.com/video/CjRg5bH1Pwg/w-d-xo.html
To add: There's a great little documentary on Neil Peart's re-creation of the Hockey Night in Canada theme song called "Drums - Trailer - Neil Peart: Fire on Ice".
Geddy Lee is the lead singer of Rush a huge internationally successful Canadian classic rock band.
Rush is in the rocking roll hall of fame. Listen to a few of their songs to really appreciate his incredible voice.
Worldwide following, Rush has probably "TomSawyer" "Subdivisions" "closer to the heart" and "YYZ" to start with....
You'll be amazed.✌️
Any RUSH has to be live. The best Trio live
Edit: Rush's late drummer is your favorite drummer's favourite drummer.
Also the drummer wrote all the lyrics.
12 days of Christmas by Bob & Doug is a go-to for my family!
My 2nd favourite bit (after “beer”) is how they skip the “3 mystery days” in the song, straight from 8 to 12! 😂
I listen to this every Christmas, lol
Since you enjoy Rick Mercer, you should check out his drumming with Neil Peart of Rush.
I think the best into song to Rush should be "Spirit of Radio" as it tells of the difficulty Rush had getting into mainstream radio. Thankfully CFNY stepped up and the rest is history.
I remember seeing Rush in a Toronto tavern (1973) and hoped those local boys would set the world ablaze with their music......and they did!
Loved CFNY
9:30 Mert's eyes when he hears Geddy Lee sing for the first time! Just great!
Iconic humour that defined the 70s in Canada. Many of their sayings became ingrained in our culture to this day.
If you like Geddy Lee's voice you will love their song "Closer To the Heart". Beautiful song. Also amazing other songs are: Limelight, Tom Sawyer, Fly By Night, Subdivisions and New World Man
I love at the start he was all: "the powerline type of rock is not my cup of tea"... then during the song he just loses it.
Rush is amazing, You should check out their drummer Neil Peart...that guy was the GOAT of drummers. There is a clip on here of his amazing drum solo.
I confess I love this song! Silly but also catchy- Geddy (and all the guys in Rush) great senses of humour ❤
Geddy Lee's voice is amazing, loved your reaction when you first heard him sing. Rush is a truly iconic Canadian band. The best known song is Tom Sawyer but I also really like Closer to the Heart. Bob and Doug's 12 Days of Christmas is indeed a classic Christmas song, isn't Christmas if you don't play it a few times during the season.
Bob and Doug McKenzie ARE CANADIAN!!! Woo woo wooo who whoooo!!!🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
Geddy Lee was the bassist, kayboardist and lead singer of Ruch - a Canadian ProgRock group that was out at the same time as "Yes" in the '70s and '80s. They used to sneak into "Yes" concerts they were too young to get into. But - in a weird twist of fate - it was Geddy Lee who inducted "Yes" into the R&R Hall of Fame - and took the late Chris Squires' place on stage when they played "Roundabout" at the Awards night. How cool is that ?!?
Those 2 songs are part of our Christmas traditions. We have a list of favourites that we have to hear or the holiday season isn't complete and these are at the top of the list. 🤟 " 10 bucks is 10 bucks eh."
Geddy's voice is like Thrills gum. You either love the distinct flavour, or spit it out in disgust. I love them both!
Geddy is the lead singer of RUSH. Check them out and do a reaction to a few songs if you can... Tom Sawyer, Spirit of Radio are two great one! Take off, eh?
Thank you, thank you, Thank you.....perfect choice. Memory flood.....
As a child I wore the Bob-style deep forest green toque with the white maple leaf. Good times.
A touque, toque, took - is the woolen hat, essential for Canadian winters. Bob & Doug pulled this off so well. I think the only other band to mind is where The Trailer Park Boys, Don Cherry and The Tragically Hip did ' the darkest one', you'd have to watch. 110% Canadian.
I envy you being able to hear Rush for the first time…. do it today. Please.
there are 2 episodes of SCTV that are full-length Bob & Doug episodes...one is called "The Great White North Palace" where Guy Cabellero, the manager of the SCTV station tries to capitalize on the McKenzie's popularity by giving them a prime time special & they get Tony Bennett to guest star...you can imagine what happens when things go downhill, since Bob & Doug can barely put together a 2-minute show and now have to pull off a full special...the second full Bob & Doug episode is one where they are struggling to find a good topic for their show & wind up getting an interview with Canadian musician Ian Thomas (Dave's younger brother) Both are great episodes because it expands the characters beyond their 2-minute segments & you get to see them interact with other characters in the SCTV Universe...definitely worth watching!!!
I grew up with Bob and Doug. They were fashioned to be in a typical basement in a weird place called Scarborough. I think every Canadian at the time could find something to relate to in their skits, music, and movies.
PLEASE, take a closer look at Rush. Geddy has a boice that will make your arm hair stand on end. Very talented group.
Every Canadian kids heros in the early 80s. I played Bob in my Christmas play in grade seven. That's right, the McKenzie Brothers hosted our Xmas production in front of the entire school complete with beer bottles and smokes in an elementary school. Different times...
Thank you for reacting to these...I listen to The Twelve Days every Christmas, but I haven't heart Take Off in a long time. And I'm really glad that you enjoy their skits from SCTV. I need to watch more of those!
Dave Thomas's brother Ian is also a bonafide Canadian rock star going at least as far back in music as his brother in comedy. See his appearance on SCTV, he's also a very credible hosehead😂, and listen to Carlos Santana's version of 'Hold On'.😊😘🤙🎶❤✨️🕊
Oh, and, like, take off, eh?
Almost forgot. Jeez.😮
The Christmas song is on the radio every year, an awesome rush song "TOM SAWYER "
Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without Bob & Doug’s 12 Days of Christmas.
I had this album as a kid 😂I asked my parents for it (yes I’m old…51😂) and I was obsessed with SCTV which explains my sense of humour much to the chagrin of my parents
RUSH is an awesome band and Geddy Lee is incredible. Pick any song, really.
Rush are Canadian Icons. Try: Closer to the heart, Fly by Night, Spirit of Radio, New World Man. Also, should watch their induction into the Rock and Roll hall of Fame. The crowd went crazy.
Geddy Lee amazing vocals Rush -Closer to the Heart 1977.
"Tom Sawyer" (1981) The official video is studio audio with scenes of their recording sessions. Other songs you might enjoy: "The Spirit of Radio", "Xanadu", "Closer to the Heart"... There are dozens more, but start with any one of those and you'll be set for a lifetime of RUSH fandom! ;-]
Red Barchetta, Tom Sawyer, La Villa Strangiato, Temples of Syrynx, the Trees, There are so many greats and the talent these three have, just amazing they came together to give us all this. Enjoy!!
Their "Twelve Days Of Christmas" song does, in fact, still get regular airplay on many Canadian radio stations during December.
As others have mentioned, you gotta do a reaction to their movie "Strange Brew" :)
Closer to the Heart is my favourite Rush song
It always impressed me that they invited Geddy Lee (who, in addition to vocals is a brilliant bass guitarist) when they could have easily included Ian Thomas (Dave Thomas' brother). Ian is a legitimate rock star but rather than nepotism they went for name recognition. I am sure Ian would have done a great job but Geddy Lee is the man. (and ten bucks is ten bucks!)
Yes Mert, do yourself a favour and look up Rush’s music. An iconic band that has had longevity and transformed not just music in North America, but it’s delivery in concert events. Mr. Lee has passed on, you may not know this not being a local fellow but his music and energy will live on through many generations.
Geddy Lee is still alive and well. Drummer Neil Peart passed away several years ago.
Rush is one of Canada's best bands. Geddy Lee gas an amazing voice and your reaction said it all. Rush is a three-man band, and their drummer Neil Peart, is a legend, and I would love to see if he was the one doing that drum solo. But probably not, because I doubt those hosers had another twelve bucks for the fee.
Welcome to the hit single part of our record, eh. That it's a great backing track is the crux of the joke; it wouldn't work otherwise. You talked over my favourite line in the song, so you may have missed it. Bob goes, "Guess what? It's over." And Doug says, "Take off, it can't be." And Bob says, "THESE HIT RECORDS ARE SHORT."🤣
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Spirit of Radio is a good place to start with Rush. You can get lost within Rush, but if you are patient you are in for a wonderful ride. I had the same reaction as you did to Take Off.
I'm French Canadian ,, but these guys are really funny ,, I can relate to their humors , so funny , they try to cheer you up , heh,, give them a beer ,,
What's French Canadian have to do with it? The province is in canada, still Canadian... eventhough Quebec wanted to be it's own country at 1 time, the balls of the Quebec government.
Rush rules! Great Canadian band.
That whole album is fun to listen to. First album I bought as a kid. Still have it to this day and now my youngest is listening to it. As for Rush, arguably the best rock band this country produced. There is a lot of great Canadian music and artists you probably have heard that you don't know are Canadian. You're in for some treats! 😃
I'll vote for Guess Who/BTO
Take Off was a big novelty hit back in the 80's
We listen to their Christmas album every year while decorating the Christmas tree. I even found an xmas tree decoration that's their album cover which is too fun!
Hahaha!! I remember when Take Off was playing on the radio...
I can't wait til you listen to Rush. Your mind will be blown.
Check out Xanadu. The live version from the Exit Stage Left album is great.
It was really nice to see your reaction to Geddy Lee. Rush is good Canadian band. We have a few. Good day eh.
Most 😍 favorite Christmas 🎄 ❤️ song ever! I asked for the album when it came out, ended up with 4!😂❤😂
Getty Lee one of the best vocals in Rock! Rush rules Canadian music. Getty was out of his comfort zone when it came to comedy. However he loved them so much he agreed to do the record.
I could watch your reactions to Getty singing, a hundred times over!! THAT was the epitome of SHOCK and AWE reaction!! Yes, Rush was an amazing band in their time, and still remain as part of Canadian radio content on a daily basis.
The look on your face when Geddy started singing 😲😲 was hilarious.
As a life long Rush fan I highly recommend jumping into the Rush rabbit hole. You won't be sorry!! 🤘😎🤘 (Geddy's amazing vocals are just the tip of the iceberg!)
The Rush boys are really more 'anti' rock stars. They are adorably awkward guys with a great sense of humor, who don't take themselves too seriously. (They frequently used the 3 Stooges theme music when coming on stage.)
Where to start? 🤔
Spirit of Radio, Fly by Night, and Tom Sawyer. Then we can get into some of the really good stuff! 😉
I always thought that the song "Take Off" would be great in a TV commercial promoting tourism in Canada. "Take off to the Great White North!"
Rush is often regarded as one of the most talented band of all time. Geddy Lee was consistently regarded as one of if not the best Bassist in Rock and the same can be said for Drummer and Lyricist Neil Peart (pronounced Pea-rt) who was along with Jon Bonham of Led Zeppelin considered the greatest rock drummer ever. All three members of the band were great friends and kept the same lineup from 1975 up until 2020 when Neil Peart died of brain cancer RIP. I recommend you watch the video "Dinner With Rush" which is pretty funny
It's been a long time since i experienced Canadian humor. How ive missed it!
I still have my vinyl copy of this album. It got heavy play when it dropped.
If you like Bob & Doug, you should check out their movie, Strange Brew.
And for more Geddy Lee, check out Rush's "Tom Sawyer". It's a jam!
some other classic Canadian comedians : john candy, dan aykroyd, mike myers, martin short,
Hi yah!!! Another amazing band.... And amazing front man story Gord Downie is Tragically Hip or as us Canadians call emm The Hip...
The 12 days of Christmas (Bob & Doug MacKenzie version), would get played on the radio in Canada (and a bit in the US) around Christmas time as a tradition for quite awhile, (not so much anymore.)
Rush also cameoed in the 'Trailer Park boys show' another uniquely Canadian show.
Rush is a National Treasure!
Holy flashbacks to my childhood 😂!! Love it!
And what can I say about Geddy Lee and Rush. Not just Canadian icons but international icons of that era of music. They’re not just musicians.. they’re artists . The talent is ridiculous. Tom Sawyer is my favourite song. Make sure you listen with really good headphones and crank the volume for the true experience!
Take Off is Getty Lees Highest Charting album, Hard to imagine.
TOTALLY
I remember listening to this record in my buddies basement when I was like 8...lol.
Love the look on your face Mert when "Take Off" kicked in! I still have this album
Rush is one of the best ever prog rock bands and with only 3 members they are deemed to have the most talented musicians in one band. Each one is at or near the top of their perspective playing of their instruments. They inspired some of the best bands to have come after them. Their earlier music (pre-1980) is epic. Their later music is popular and catchy. They are also just really nice people.
Epic songs: 2112, Xanadu, La Villa Strangiato, Cygnus X-1 Book I: The Voyage
Popular songs: Closer to the Heart, The Spirit of Radio, Tom Sawyer, Red Barchetta, YYZ, Limelight and many more.
Dave Thomas has music in his blood. His brother is Ian Thomas another fine hoser musician!
Great reaction to Getty Lee’s voice! Have you reacted to them? You need to watch a documentary on them. Their story is incredible. A friend of mine has seen them in many different cities all over the world. He also met them at a winery. Said they guys are amazing.
All the guys in Rush are HILARIOUS!
It ain't Christmas for me until I hear their 12 Days of Xmas
So, this is what I know about the great white north. Ian Thomas, Dave Thomas's brother, is a Canadian musician. Every boxing day, his sound guy, Leo, would have a party. Ian would entertain us with his version of the quintessential Canadian guy. His brother thought it was funny, and it ended up on SCTV. Ironically, They released an album in 1981, which did better than any of Ian's 11 albums. Fun Story. Canadian musicians know you never make it in Canada unless you make it somewhere else. Ian told me this story, which explains it all. He went on a concert tour in Germany. At customs, the woman checked a box of his CDs. She pulled out one, she looked at the cover, looked at Ian, and then back at the cover. "OH MY GOTT! You're Ian Thomas. I have all your albums!" He gave her a CD and signed it. Coming back to Canada, he had some CDs left over. When stopped at customs, the woman pulled out one of his CDs. She pulled out one, she looked at the cover, looked at Ian, and then back at the cover. She put her hands on her hips. "Am I supposed to know you?"
Also, I hope you are planning to do a reaction video for the Bob & Doug movie Strange Brew...it is definitely worth watching...written & directed by Rick & Dave...I can't see you not wanting to watch it
You have just heard Rush with Bob & Doug talking over them!!! Neil Peart was always in the top 3 drummers in the world, he grew up in Port Dalhousie overlooking Lakeside Park and every time I hear their song Lakeside Park it takes me back there experiencing everything written in the song!!!
Hey, don't forget the Spoons you hoser! 😉
Coo Loo Coo Coo, Coo Coo Coo Coo
Better than mine!!!! LMAO
So pleased you did a video with this one. It's a must-play every year for me. I love the part where they are trying to work out the twelve days.