Reminds of Spinal Tap when Derek Smalls described his role in the band. David and Nigel were fire and ice and Derek was somewhere in the middle, like "lukewarm water", which is where Geddy is.
They took utmost care of the music and made sure that they still enjoyed being together and playing together. Wow, they were amazing on so many levels. Just hope that they are aware of the immense love being felt and expressed, particularly in light of Neil's death. Thank you, Rush!
It's quite an awe-inspiring contrast to hear them go from the goofy rant with improvised jazz to their tightly-timed perfection of La Villa Strangiato. Take them literally, not seriously, as was the reverse said of our recent Bizarro American president. When I heard they'd decided they were done "touring" I thought, "Well, that doesn't mean they won't do ANY public shows, just not a big world-wide tour, and it certainly doesn't mean they won't make any more studio albums. Hell, the Beatles' best stuff came AFTER they gave up touring." Then Neil had to go and die. There goes that theory. I really wonder, however, if there isn't at least one more album left in them. Maybe they had some songs the three of them worked on before Neil died and they could do a tribute show, or several, and only those who prove they are fully vaccinated get in. Somewhere in this great big world there must be a drumming wunderkind who can fill Neil's bass-thumping shoes for a good cause. Or maybe get a range of contemporary great drummers, ala the Freddy Mercury tribute, to honor Neil.
Alex is INDEED the best funny man in Classic and Progressive Rock EVER. Geddy's smile and chuckles just make this a better experience altogether. Bless this band, Neil especially, RIP always. They are/were/always shall be the CURE for what ails you when the world seems to want to crush your very soul. =)
This is Alex's impersonation of Gord Downie. Don't take this wrong, I love the hip. Gord was known for his seemingly nonsensical lyrics during live shows. It was part of the Tragically Hip's appeal. Of course Alex is a comic trapped in an amazing guitarist's body.
If you see the concert intro/intermission skits they did for their blurays you can see Alex & Geddy could have been the next Laurel & Hardy, Abbott & Costello, or (most especially) Cheech & Chong. They were hilarious together.
Alex should release an album called wing it where he plays his guitar but the lyrics are anything he can think of at the moment. I think it would be funny as hell
i've never seen RUSH go so far off the (their) rails. Great to see they had it in them. This could be insight about how they brainstormed and assembled, codified and set those amazing tunes around Peart's (RIP) lyrics.
Awesome! Way to cool. Slightly off beat with a great finish. The fact they do a little improv and just add some more fun to a great piece is an example of their unique understanding of how well they got along and their skill at doing what they do best... jam. The screen shot of Neil was just brilliant and endearing. I'm sure we feel his loss. To Alex and Geddy very sorry for the loss of a great friend. To Neil - cheers! You are sorely missed.
I love how weird Alex is sometimes. His mess around lyrics are more fun than most popular songs, yesterday and today. Geddy has the best bass tone in the history of the world.
I always hated their music but often went to see them because I admired the way that they dressed. Especially the trousers. They always really nailed the trousers. Very snug where they needed to be and you only get that with high-end gentlemen's haberdashery.
For many years, Alex would do these improvised deranged rants in the middle of La Villa Strangiato. Every night was different, and some of them were really hilarious. There used to a bunch of them here on youtube but I've not had much success finding them lately.
You can download it: theultimatebootlegexperience7.blogspot.com/2013/04/rush-2004-08-04-camden-nj-2xdvdfull-pro.html www.guitars101.com/forums/f146/rush-live-camden-2004-2dvd-august-4-pro-shot-353689.html
They need to put together a jokey video from all the concerts they ever videotaped. WE WOULD LIKE TO SEE THAT RIGHT ?? AM I RIGHT RUSH FANS ?? COME ON LET ALEX AND GEDDY KNOW HOW YOU FEEL !!!
Alex must've clued the boys in before the show "OK, I'm going to say silly words during LaVilla for a couple of minutes, then when I say I never get to do what I want", go back to the main theme.
You can download it: theultimatebootlegexperience7.blogspot.com/2013/04/rush-2004-08-04-camden-nj-2xdvdfull-pro.html www.guitars101.com/forums/f146/rush-live-camden-2004-2dvd-august-4-pro-shot-353689.html
Seeing the Professor smiling while drumming is a precious gift.
Alex could make even the most serious and stiff person laugh like an idiot. Alex is a man of many talents.
And rare…
A little sad that we will never see this happen LIVE again. Neil is still alive in all of us. Love ya professor.
Dewd, can you imagine the band God is putting together in Heaven? I CANT WAIT!!!
*Literally Crying* Thank You!!!
❤
Classic Alex.. Seeing the grin on the Professors face--- priceless !! Rush 4ever !!
Rush members have complete personality. Alex for being the goofy, Neil for being the serious, and Geddy at the middle
roolee2k Have you seen the video of them having dinner together? They’re all goofy as hell 😂
Reminds of Spinal Tap when Derek Smalls described his role in the band. David and Nigel were fire and ice and Derek was somewhere in the middle, like "lukewarm water", which is where Geddy is.
@@justinstearns9723 A lot of wine helped!
I like how they never took themselves too seriously.
They took utmost care of the music and made sure that they still enjoyed being together and playing together. Wow, they were amazing on so many levels. Just hope that they are aware of the immense love being felt and expressed, particularly in light of Neil's death. Thank you, Rush!
From my experience, I find most Canadians don't take themselves too seriously. Not a bad trait to have.
It's quite an awe-inspiring contrast to hear them go from the goofy rant with improvised jazz to their tightly-timed perfection of La Villa Strangiato. Take them literally, not seriously, as was the reverse said of our recent Bizarro American president. When I heard they'd decided they were done "touring" I thought, "Well, that doesn't mean they won't do ANY public shows, just not a big world-wide tour, and it certainly doesn't mean they won't make any more studio albums. Hell, the Beatles' best stuff came AFTER they gave up touring." Then Neil had to go and die. There goes that theory. I really wonder, however, if there isn't at least one more album left in them. Maybe they had some songs the three of them worked on before Neil died and they could do a tribute show, or several, and only those who prove they are fully vaccinated get in. Somewhere in this great big world there must be a drumming wunderkind who can fill Neil's bass-thumping shoes for a good cause. Or maybe get a range of contemporary great drummers, ala the Freddy Mercury tribute, to honor Neil.
Alex is INDEED the best funny man in Classic and Progressive Rock EVER. Geddy's smile and chuckles just make this a better experience altogether. Bless this band, Neil especially, RIP always. They are/were/always shall be the CURE for what ails you when the world seems to want to crush your very soul. =)
"...never get a chance to do what I really wan-"
"BAH BAH BAAHH..."
LOL
Perfect timing LOL
Never anything going over here..not like over there..they have dryers..
@@kevincummings632 Cracks me up!
I have been to probably 30 or so Rush concerts in my lifetime, never have I seen this comical side of the band. I love it!!
RIP Professor
This is Alex's impersonation of Gord Downie. Don't take this wrong, I love the hip. Gord was known for his seemingly nonsensical lyrics during live shows. It was part of the Tragically Hip's appeal. Of course Alex is a comic trapped in an amazing guitarist's body.
It's true, isn't it? Alex is quite a funny guy. I wonder if there's any chance he'd throw together a stand-up routine and take it on the road.
If you see the concert intro/intermission skits they did for their blurays you can see Alex & Geddy could have been the next Laurel & Hardy, Abbott & Costello, or (most especially) Cheech & Chong. They were hilarious together.
Alex Lifeson for President 2020
Alex Lifeson 2024
The best band in the galaxy. Forever and the day.
This is why Alex wasn't allowed to write lyrics :-)
His words are very inspiring if you ask me
Lessons? :)
Bahahahahahaha!!!
Chemistry
I hate fuckin watches
When Alex takes something that was thrown and pitch it back in the audience while saying NO THANKS! It cracks me up!
I really want to know what the thing was!
@@alena4350 Yeah me too!
Maybe it was from somebody who was smokin' smokes ...
Alex should release an album called wing it where he plays his guitar but the lyrics are anything he can think of at the moment. I think it would be funny as hell
That this exists makes me happy!
Those are the kind of smirks that say "We could take a shit on the stage now and the crowd would go nuts."
GG Rush
That was great! Miss the boys. Thanks for sharing!
Bob Monroe: I know, I’m still trying to come to grips with the idea of never seeing them live, again.
And if you look up you can see Neils smiling face looking down at all the fans and tribute bands performing in his honor .❤ Miss u still professor ✌❤
WTF was that!?! Only Rush could do something so senseless and make it seem so cool. RIP.
Love how these three friends enjoyed each other's company to the end.
Alex, bless his heart, what a trip! I'm surprised that Neil or Geddy could even play without losing it!
i've never seen RUSH go so far off the (their) rails. Great to see they had it in them. This could be insight about how they brainstormed and assembled, codified and set those amazing tunes around Peart's (RIP) lyrics.
Another reason these guys are my favorite. Funny as hell and best music ever period.
In a lot of ways Alex was the glue. I think he could make both Geddy and Neil laugh like no one else could.
still can't believe ill never see them all together live again......it hurts man
peart finally said enough @ 1:59
Awesome! Way to cool. Slightly off beat with a great finish. The fact they do a little improv and just add some more fun to a great piece is an example of their unique understanding of how well they got along and their skill at doing what they do best... jam. The screen shot of Neil was just brilliant and endearing. I'm sure we feel his loss. To Alex and Geddy very sorry for the loss of a great friend. To Neil - cheers! You are sorely missed.
Truly magical as only Alex can be on the mike
Not his most inspired but always amusing and the musical accompaniment is astonishing
That was a totally awesome interlude...
Neil: i write lyics
Alex: every thing is going on over here
never get a chance to do what I really want..
I LOVE THIS MAN
I love to see neil smiling on this one .❤
For those who’ve arrived too late to see Rush live, honestly, they were as good as everyone said… and then some!
RIP Professor!
I thought at first that he was goofjng off in a sound check but this was the show!
such a legend
his writeups of what gear he is using in the tour books are also funny. also some of the posed pics like the one where he is a bodybuilder
I thought that was just brilliant, how they transitioned from Alex' humorous rant into La Villa Stangiato. These guys.
The fact that there are thumbs down on this proves that TH-cam is broken. We need a new TH-cam - one where Rush videos are recommended to ALL.
I think Alex LIFESON should host a talk show of his own one day it should be called The Alex LIFESON Show
God i love these guys. Funny as hell. Good lyrics great musicians. And fans that will always be there even after it ends.
Love Love Love Alex...
I love Alex. Such a goofball. 👍
The most amazing band ever
That collage shot of neil smiling would be priceless on my wall.
I would love to know who was responsible for the perfect timing when Alex gets cut off...
It had to be Alex, right?
THE WAY THAT I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS CLIP ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Great stuff!!
I love how weird Alex is sometimes. His mess around lyrics are more fun than most popular songs, yesterday and today.
Geddy has the best bass tone in the history of the world.
Nice seeing them jam a Zappa song for a bit
I'm pretty familiar with both. What zappa song are they jamming?
@@zombywoof1015 it was a joke
Neil smilin ...having fun ❤😂😂😂😆😆
"Neil was never concerned about job security" ..... Deep Rush Thoughts, 2020 :) Happy New Year All!
Best moments!!!
I always hated their music but often went to see them because I admired the way that they dressed. Especially the trousers. They always really nailed the trousers. Very snug where they needed to be and you only get that with high-end gentlemen's haberdashery.
This is one of my favorite bands of all time for as long as I can remember but did Alex fall and hit his head. What the hell was that.
For many years, Alex would do these improvised deranged rants in the middle of La Villa Strangiato. Every night was different, and some of them were really hilarious. There used to a bunch of them here on youtube but I've not had much success finding them lately.
Two good ones are the Rush in Rio, jazz is weird and the R30 Paris Hilton, Paris Hilton rants.
Did that for many years when they were around
At first I thought this was one of those bad lip reading type vids thats a joke remake that some guy does.. ha ha ha!! Fucking LOVE RUSH!! rip Neil!!!
"Never get a chance to do what I really want..." cut him off right there!!!!
Magical!!
Awesome, where can find more of this video where did you get it?
You can download it:
theultimatebootlegexperience7.blogspot.com/2013/04/rush-2004-08-04-camden-nj-2xdvdfull-pro.html
www.guitars101.com/forums/f146/rush-live-camden-2004-2dvd-august-4-pro-shot-353689.html
friggin awesome
Neil: "Man...Alex high as fuck!"
They need to put together a jokey video from all the concerts they ever videotaped. WE WOULD LIKE TO SEE THAT RIGHT ?? AM I RIGHT RUSH FANS ?? COME ON LET ALEX AND GEDDY KNOW HOW YOU FEEL !!!
2:00 Neil really said, “Alright, that’s enough of that…“ 😂😂
I guess we finally understand where Primus gets it from.
Rush.
16 years ago today!
Neil smiling !!! I love it 😆😆😆😆😆❤❤❤❤
@1:55 Alex is whining and the Professor says enough!! lol 😆
Dinner with rush pt 2
Lerxst: Why dont I write a song
Dirk: remember strangatio
Lersxt: eveeythings going on over here
Prat: You got him going again
You can tell by their clothing that they had made enough money by this time that they could stop streetwalking.
The rant section jam sounds like Primus
Alex must've clued the boys in before the show "OK, I'm going to say silly words during LaVilla for a couple of minutes, then when I say I never get to do what I want", go back to the main theme.
1:39 Wonder what was thrown at him 🤔
Awesome! Is there a video of the whole song from this show somewhere?
You can download it:
theultimatebootlegexperience7.blogspot.com/2013/04/rush-2004-08-04-camden-nj-2xdvdfull-pro.html
www.guitars101.com/forums/f146/rush-live-camden-2004-2dvd-august-4-pro-shot-353689.html
links are spoopy
Correction:
www.guitars101.com/forums/f146/%5B2xdvdfull%5D-rush-2004-08-04-camden-nj-pro-shot-154178.html#post1064027
Hells YES.
This is the funniest shit i've ever seen in my life. LMAO 😝😝
MIss You Neil
Neil’s face is fucking priceless
Rush + Charles Bukowski
Crazy weird and amazing
Very cool!
Last night's movie was awesome!
boiyoiyoiyoing.......cracks me up every time I watch it. Rush + Looney Tunes= funny!
Why am i getting a primus vibe?
Primus gets a Rush vibe
What's this, Victor? Hahaha
Rush = Seamless
Tom Hanks on the Drums!
any one have an idea why Geddy is wearing a Pennsylvania tshirt? curious to know if anyone has any knowledge on that
A nod to philly
what was he saying no thanks to WHAT WAS HE SAYING NO THANKS TO im insane
Alex needs to do stand up !
Alex secretly listened to Zappa.
I doubt he did so secretly.
Yeah, that was a Lerxst rant all right...
Of course Neil would be the one to call time up on Alex's bizarre and silly rants!
Damn!
Is this Primus?
Alex channeling William Shattner :)
It's almost like Primus.
And for a few minutes... Rush were influenced by Primus.
Obviously written and produced by Tom Greene
0:17 Bonyeryeryeryeryeryeryer hahaha
Rush going into Primus mode lol