This is a clip from my Hemispheres Reaction video! This is for people who didn't want to sit or skip through a 53 minute video to see my La Villa Strangiato reaction. Enjoy! Patreon.com/johnslop
Fun fact: the “cartoon part” of the song is actually pulled from “Powerhouse” by Raymond Scott. It was used in early cartoons back in the 1930’s. The Scott estate actually requested compensation from Rush for using it, however, the legal statute of limitations had expired, so Rush wasn’t legally required to. That being said, Rush did send the estate a payment as an apology anyway. Just shows what great people they are. Can’t wait for 2112!!! Do Xanadu after that one…Great reaction! 😎
Huh, I knew it was Powerhouse from early cartoons... but I had no idea about his estate asking for compensation and RUSH doing so despite it being expired. That's damned decent, just like them.
@@mycroft16 Ever since I learned about this, which was maybe 5 years ago, I keep wondering what I would think if they hadn't done anything for Raymond Scott's estate. Would I just think of it as a business move and no big deal, or would I think wow, what a cruddy thing to do...were they really the decent people I always believed them to be (and then feel oddly guilty when listening to La Villa)? But of course we know Rush did what one would have expected: the right thing. Really, it was a pretty obvious song grab, but I would bet that it was a young-and-dumb-artist thing where Rush didn't really appreciate what infringement was.
That's very funny. When I was in high school, playing trumpet in the school band, Rush was the band of choice. I went in one day, and a percussionist (who knew how into Rush I was) got my attention and started playing the drum part that begins at 4:25. He did it really well, too! Not sure if he felt he got it right though! That was...1982 I guess.
@@jimtatro6550 My first tour as well! There was a kid in my social studies class, sophmore year, every day he's coming in telling me how great Rush is, Moving Pictures, he's drawing Rush logo's all over his folders, always with the lyrics, after a couple of months I thought ok, I have to check out this album. (The AM radio in the car didn't quite do it for rock). So, my mom takes me to JC Penny and buys me MP - after asking the clerk if they had any particular problems with the vinyl from this band. I always thought that was so funny - what was the clerk going to say? "Yeah! Every band but this one we get great quality control on their albums, but theeeese guys, never!" Anyway, I listened once on this portable turntable I had and thought what's the big deal. Listened a second time because for 8 bucks I wasn't gonna just throw that away. Second time I thought, oh, there are a couple of interesting parts here and there. Third time through I was done for. Hooked like a fish that swallowed the bait up to its backside. I realized later on that I had actually listened to Hemispheres a couple of times a few years prior. A girl I was hopelessly in love with in 9th grade played it for me on cassette, and the same at a church retreat a year or two prior to that, I guess when it first came out - but I didn't realize that until I actually purchased my own copy of Hemispheres and realized I'd heard it before. I remember sitting next to that cassette, especially during the church retreat, and just getting fully absorbed into the music - one of those moments where nobody disturbs you for an hour, you're young, and your mind sponges things up. The same friend that introduced me to Rush had a membership in something or other that allowed him to reserve these particular seats when a band came to town, and he promised me one of those seats. Tour happens, they come to town....and we are visiting my sister at college that weekend. She's joining a sorority, and it is....I wish this was a joke....rush weekend for the new pledges to the sorority. Figures, right? So, I had to wait until senior year to see them in April, 1983. In all, I had the good fortune to see them nearly 30 times: Toronto (Molson Amphitheatre, Maple Leaf Gardens, the...I think it is called the Molson Centre), Buffalo (Memorial Auditorium, HSBC Arena as it was then called, and Darien Lakes), Hamilton, Rochester, Washington DC, Saratoga Springs, Pittsburgh at the Igloo. Lots of great memories. Sorry for such a long story, but I'm hoping to hear your intro-to-Rush story as well. To me that's a lot of the funs stuff!
@@ceilingunlimited2430 Rush was on my peripheral when I was in Junior High because of the Fly by Night and 2112 patches my cousin had on his jacket, that’s also when I was starting to play drums. The first song I heard was Spirit of Radio about a year later and loved both it and Circumstances which was the B-side of the 45 my friend had. 1981 I’m a freshman and my older brother had to drive me to school with him, he was a senior. On those rides he introduced me to two things, daily pot smoking and 2112. I was hooked on both but especially Rush which has never wavered. Seeing Neil play live a year later was life changing for me. Outside of immediate family he became a huge influence on who I became as a person through his words.
My favourite Rush song. Could listen to it every day and never get bored. Been a fan since 1979 the year after this song was recorded. What a journey it has been. Welcome to the Church of Rush
It sounds like now because Rush is your favorite band's favorite band. The isolated drums for this is an excellent listen. I like it when someone this young calls it "cartoon music", that means classic WB cartoons are still being watched.
THE song where all 3 have a solo at the same time, while keeping perfect rhythm, is Freewill... Watching them play it live is a joy to behold. Happy listening dude.
This is a great example of how Rush leads lulls and shocks the listener. that's why you get a feeling of both exhaustion and exhilaration at the end of one of their masterpieces.
Thank you!! His hi-hat work doesn’t get nearly enough attention. The bass drum and cymbals with Geddy’s bass and then with the guitar during the solo in Marathon are not of this world.
Alex’s guitar tone and use of pedals during the solo is phenomenal and then right after that he goes right into a palm mute style. Just stellar musicianship.
He's stupidly humble about it all too. I love his solos during this period, really all his solos. He's so musical, I don't consider him gimmicky like some of the guitarists so many people talk about.
2112 is a game changer. You will not look at things the same afterwards. Enjoy... I am.. Also, you mentioned all 3 doing a solo at once. The lead break in Freewill is the best example of that. It's also the greatest 60 seconds of music my ears have ever soaked up!
I saw Rush in 79 in Dallas it was the Tour of Hemispheres tour, I was amazed how three musicians could put out so much beautiful magical music, thanks enjoying your channel
If there are people who didn't want to sit through the rest of this extraordinary album, then they're NOT Rush fans! Glad you found things to move you throughout this album!
Memories of being 16, listening to a friend’s band trying to play this, while in their basement drinking Miller Pony beers and smoking stuff….thinking that was the best times of our lives…..and in some ways it was…..
This is beyond a doubt Rush's most complex instrumental. Not only is Alex's guitar solos insane but its also one of the hardsst songs ever for drummers to play with many taking it as a badge of honor if they can get through it mistake free, and on top of that Geddies doing his usual thing on the Bass, keyboards and foot peddles and all three are in total sync. If I were to rank their.other four instrumentals id go YYZ, Leave that thing alone, wheres my thing, and The main monkey business in that order. 😊
"Grace Under Pressure" always struck me as a "message in a bottle" from the Cold War... describing people living under the constant stress of either World War III or other matters throwing our nice stable world into chaos.
"There has to be other bands that are this creative, right." That was great! I think the answer to your rhetorical question is, of course, there are other bands that are this creative but I can"t think of a 3 piece, especially one from the 70's , with this much "sauce." One that comes close is GRAND FUNK RAILROAD, a super 3 piece rock band from the late 60's and 70's. Try "Inside Looking Out" for a nice sample!☮
If you want early Prog rock with amazing creativity, might I suggest the group, Yes. Rick Wakeman: master of keys Chris Squire: An inspiration to many on the bass guitar Steve Howe: pick magic guitarist Bill Bruford : Drum kit master and caboodle Jon Anderson: vocals are an instrument too and lyrics give him the notes he wishes to play. There have been others to come in and out but for me, those are the core. IMO: Yes were the master impressionists of the music word.
😳 I remember that Tour! 🤔 But can't remember if it was Giant Stadium, Radio City Music Hall or if I saw them in NJ. 🤯 Hard to remember after 40 yrs of Rush Shows. I was in my 30's before I had a Job that let me pay my rent AND see Rush at MSG WITHOUT Knicks Banners blocking my view. 😒 I did blow dental $ on a Snakes & Arrows MSG ticket. 🙄 Rent was late that month 🤗 but worth the late fee charges! 😂
My first time of hearing that was in 1980. I was already familiar with other great tunes from Rush but just when I thought maybe I’d heard all of their best, there was “ La Villa “. What an incredible roller coaster ride. That song along with Xanadu made me an eternal fan of those guys.
Well congratulations, Man. You just experienced one of the most important songs in Rock. Born in '68, Big Hit Rock wonders are what I listened to primarily until this girl in high school introduced me to Black Sabbath, Judas Priest and Rush. All 3 made the most changes per song compared to all other Rock I'd listened to up until then, Rush being the most progressive, with more changes per song and the least predictability. After that, I was sold on Progressive Rock since, as my favorite kind of music.
I was in high school and I had a bunch of acquaintances that had been playing drums for years, and they could play anything heavy metal at insane BPM, but they would struggle for months trying to learn to play this, if they could ever manage it at all. Whenever drummers would converse, the inevitable questions that would always come up is 'Yes, but can you play La Villa Strangiato?'.
💥THE GIRL WHO LISTENED TO RUSH💥 From the back of the stadium She’s easy to see Standing up at the stage In her Starman tee From Anthem to Limelight To YYZ She’s the girl who listened to Rush And all of the rockers And all of the heshers Well they dreamed of the day That they might get her And drive her away In a Red Barchetta She’s the girl who listened to Rush Philosophers and ploughmen They can’t resist her call They cannot choose Not to decide So they've got no choice at all They've gotta love her No she doesn’t say "Pert" And she doesn’t say "Part" Yeah, she knows it’s "Neil Peert" ‘Cause he’s close to her heart Say a prayer for John Rutsey He was there at the start She’s the girl who listened to Rush Philosophers and ploughmen They can’t resist her call They cannot choose Not to decide So they've got no choice at all They've gotta love her Why don’t girls ever listen to Rush? But she listened to Rush! The blacksmith and the artist They can’t resist her call You cannot choose Not to decide So you’ve got no choice at all No you’ve got no choice at all You’ve gotta love her -- Nerf Herder
John, you mentioned you've been looking for bands that played instrumental sections. Rush is your band for instrumentals: La Villa Strangiato, YYZ, Broone's Bane (acoustic guitar instrumental from Exit...Stage Left live album), Where's My Thing?, Leave That Thing Alone, Limbo, The Main Monkey Business, Hope, Malignant Narcissism. Enjoy!
The solo from their song Freewill is the epitome of a 3 person solo. The crowd in their live in Rio concert were doing "we're not worthy" bowing during their performance of this song. Its a must listen.
Welcome to the amazing world of Rush. You have a great ride ahead of you. It's easy to get lost in their music genius but don't overlook the lyrics. There's so much to explore. Enjoy.
Great reaction!! What you referred to as "alternative rock", was actually "progressive rock". Rush is my all-time favorite band, but they had some inspiration from Yes. Another progressive rock band that is amazing and has a very deep catalog. Tool is a band that got some inspiration from Rush. They too, have a deep catalog. Both are incredible bands, vastly different, but share some similar characteristics. Roundabout, by Yes...and 46 and 2, by Tool are great songs to check out.
Thank you for reacting to this song I requested it, but I didn’t specify that I meant for you to react to the live official video, it will change your life bro I promise
2112 is going to change everything you have ever felt about music, from composition to time signature changes to lyrics telling you a story and mostly how to take your listening audience on the journey of a lifetime 🤘 Not to mention it was Rush’s fuck you song to the music industry and labels who want 3 min radio friendly songs
Great reaction, dude! Think about this.. this was 1978, no auto-tune! Antique equipment (lol)! This song nearly killed them! They spent 10 days trying to record this song in 1 take off the floor! They finally had to admit defeat and record it in 3 parts! But soon they mastered it and was a staple at nearly every tour! At least the 3 that I saw! Some with switch ups.. even a circus music intro! Geddy and Alex write the music and Neil writes the lyrics. This is one of the few song Neil is penned with writing the music along with Alex and Geddy! Just amazing musicians in their mid 20’s!! Be well and God bless… from Texas! YOU GOTTA DO SOME LIVE!! #RUSHFAMILY #RIPNEIL #RIPTAYLOR
Not only that they're on tour with UFO doing these recordings different places different times. UFO taught them a lot about touring. UFO is one of the biggest British invasions of brilliant musicians ever. And of course back then Michael schenker was young and a prodigy on guitar!
It took me almost a goddamn week & 4 copies of the LP in 78 to learn the entire album note for note nuance for nuance. The bass solo alone took 2 days. Didn't have TH-cam video tutorial nothing but lifting the friggin needle off the record & trying to find the parts ya wanted to learn. Do that today ya young brats that's true learning tunes your ear to listen & hands to play & brains to remember it. 53 years boys & girls is how long big daddy's been playing bass. No break since 1971. Every day it's in my hands at some point thousands of bands, gigs, tv, commercial jingles, the road, studio, sock hops, Sadie Hawkins dances, opening for top acts, you name it I did it. The first 5 years I studied practiced still do in 76 I made my first 50$ at 16. No regrets. I'd do it again if I could redo my life.
Alex Lifeson wrote this song about a series of nightmares he had; the various parts of the song depict different parts or feelings in the dreams. It transitions from peaceful, to energetic, to frightening, to the sudden awakening. It's a tale told with no words. The drumming is incredible. Neil Peart studied under a jazz drummer and he was constantly trying to improve his craft, despite the fact that he earned the nickname of "The Professor" himself for his mastery. I love that you said they're all doing solos at the same time because I've often said that- Rush's songs are like that, where each member gets into "the pocket" and rocks out while managing never to step on each other and remain so TIGHT!
Pretty remarkable that in the almost 44 years since this was recorded, no one has written a better rock band instrumental - this song is THE gold standard of rock instrumentals, imho. Probably still will be in 2112…🤷🏻♂️ Rock On 🤘🏼
Glad you are enjoying the songs! If yout want to hear more synth from this band, their mid 80s stuff you will really enjoy. Red Sector A, Between the Wheels area couple of my favorite from this era. Another favorite from this era is Time Stand Still. Love that song. Heavy synth. Also, I'm forgetting noe if you did this, but if you havent, I would recommend Subdivisions.
RUSH were one of the originators of the Prog Rock movement, and I would arguably say the best there was. Imagine listening to this in 1978.....well, I did. I was 24 years old. Mind blown. Remember, this song was a musical interpretation of Alex Lifeson's dreams/nightmares as a kid. "The Strange Village"
Great video! I love your reaction & can’t wait for your 2112 video. If you’re looking for a Rush song that has both lyrics & instrumental parts I suggest a song Rush recorded before La Villa Strangiato - the song Xanadu will blow you away! It appears on the album entitled A Farewell to Kings from 1977. I hope you will consider a reaction video to it.
Great reaction. When you’re done listening to the great RUSH then I highly recommend you giving Boston a try for keys, synth or organs if you’re wanting to explore the older greats. For starters try on “Foreplay/longtime”.
Hemispheres is their masterpiece (for me). But I see over on my recommended that you just listened to it...so I'll watch that next and witness your sense of awe grow.
I went to make the same comment on the powerhouse sequence but it had already been made. I have a CD of Carl Stallings cartoon music works, and a long time ago my band and I were listening to it while building out our band studio in my garage and we all heard that bit and said we should write a song around that piece...my Rush Head friend broke the news to us gently that it had already been done...lol. great song.
If looking for other Rush songs with great synthesizer sounds and parts, I would suggest, Marathon, Territories, and Mystic Rhythms. Another band worth checking out that always have great musicianship, soundscapes, and A high degree of creativity is, Yes; I would recommend their song Awaken as a prime example of the pinnacle of their creativity, if you decide to listen to it use the studio version of the song from the album Going for the One.
It is always important to inform that Rush had several eras in its sound style, between the most classic rock, progressive, even going through a very 80's phase with synthesizers. But always creating his sound in a very peculiar, different, but brilliant way. If one era doesn't suit you, look for information about the other eras. If you're curious about the 80's I recommend "Grand Designs" from the Power Windows disc
First, I got into Rush, then I got into Yes, then I got into King Crimson. Not a bad way to grow up. Check em out, I'm sure you will appreciate the creativity.
I like to call this song "Neil casually destroys a drum set." Seriously he is just going nuts back there on it. LOVE the drop from the initial theme into the really quiet and calm theme... Alex just kills it with the dynamics. You don't hear guitar played like that very often and it is so beautiful. Calling it everyone solo at the same time is exactly what this is. It's like 3 dudes showed up in the studio and just started jamming and this masterpiece of music came out.
That part of the song you recognized is actually from a famous composition (don't remember who) borrowed for the Bugs Bunny cartoons when the monster is chasing him. The section in the song is titled, 'Monsters!'. 😄
Please for the love of God you need to check out Rush Xanadu from Exit Stage Left it is a live concert musical journey with Rush at the peak of their powers
your comments are awesome for this! thank you. I actually thought Geddy became over realiant on the keys/synth but you reminded me that it was quite good.... the musicianship of these 3 is off the chart (I think most agree) Alex on guitar, Geddy on bass and keys and Neil (RIP) on drums and lyricism
Fun fact: the “cartoon part” of the song is actually pulled from “Powerhouse” by Raymond Scott. It was used in early cartoons back in the 1930’s. The Scott estate actually requested compensation from Rush for using it, however, the legal statute of limitations had expired, so Rush wasn’t legally required to. That being said, Rush did send the estate a payment as an apology anyway. Just shows what great people they are. Can’t wait for 2112!!! Do Xanadu after that one…Great reaction! 😎
I always think of that part as the Casper the friendly ghost part of the dream
Well done, Brett - I always seem to be the one who points that out on La Villa reactions!
🤗 I go directly to Looney Tunes! 🥰🐰
Huh, I knew it was Powerhouse from early cartoons... but I had no idea about his estate asking for compensation and RUSH doing so despite it being expired. That's damned decent, just like them.
@@mycroft16 Ever since I learned about this, which was maybe 5 years ago, I keep wondering what I would think if they hadn't done anything for Raymond Scott's estate. Would I just think of it as a business move and no big deal, or would I think wow, what a cruddy thing to do...were they really the decent people I always believed them to be (and then feel oddly guilty when listening to La Villa)?
But of course we know Rush did what one would have expected: the right thing. Really, it was a pretty obvious song grab, but I would bet that it was a young-and-dumb-artist thing where Rush didn't really appreciate what infringement was.
I’ve been playing this damn song on the drums for over 40 years now and I haven’t gotten it right yet.😂
Genius song from master musicians.👍🔥🤘🏻🎧
That's very funny. When I was in high school, playing trumpet in the school band, Rush was the band of choice. I went in one day, and a percussionist (who knew how into Rush I was) got my attention and started playing the drum part that begins at 4:25. He did it really well, too! Not sure if he felt he got it right though! That was...1982 I guess.
@@ceilingunlimited2430 I was a high school drummer in school band in ‘82 and my first concert ever was the Signals tour.👍
@@jimtatro6550 My first tour as well! There was a kid in my social studies class, sophmore year, every day he's coming in telling me how great Rush is, Moving Pictures, he's drawing Rush logo's all over his folders, always with the lyrics, after a couple of months I thought ok, I have to check out this album. (The AM radio in the car didn't quite do it for rock). So, my mom takes me to JC Penny and buys me MP - after asking the clerk if they had any particular problems with the vinyl from this band. I always thought that was so funny - what was the clerk going to say? "Yeah! Every band but this one we get great quality control on their albums, but theeeese guys, never!" Anyway, I listened once on this portable turntable I had and thought what's the big deal. Listened a second time because for 8 bucks I wasn't gonna just throw that away. Second time I thought, oh, there are a couple of interesting parts here and there. Third time through I was done for. Hooked like a fish that swallowed the bait up to its backside. I realized later on that I had actually listened to Hemispheres a couple of times a few years prior. A girl I was hopelessly in love with in 9th grade played it for me on cassette, and the same at a church retreat a year or two prior to that, I guess when it first came out - but I didn't realize that until I actually purchased my own copy of Hemispheres and realized I'd heard it before. I remember sitting next to that cassette, especially during the church retreat, and just getting fully absorbed into the music - one of those moments where nobody disturbs you for an hour, you're young, and your mind sponges things up.
The same friend that introduced me to Rush had a membership in something or other that allowed him to reserve these particular seats when a band came to town, and he promised me one of those seats. Tour happens, they come to town....and we are visiting my sister at college that weekend. She's joining a sorority, and it is....I wish this was a joke....rush weekend for the new pledges to the sorority. Figures, right? So, I had to wait until senior year to see them in April, 1983. In all, I had the good fortune to see them nearly 30 times: Toronto (Molson Amphitheatre, Maple Leaf Gardens, the...I think it is called the Molson Centre), Buffalo (Memorial Auditorium, HSBC Arena as it was then called, and Darien Lakes), Hamilton, Rochester, Washington DC, Saratoga Springs, Pittsburgh at the Igloo. Lots of great memories.
Sorry for such a long story, but I'm hoping to hear your intro-to-Rush story as well. To me that's a lot of the funs stuff!
@@ceilingunlimited2430 Rush was on my peripheral when I was in Junior High because of the Fly by Night and 2112 patches my cousin had on his jacket, that’s also when I was starting to play drums. The first song I heard was Spirit of Radio about a year later and loved both it and Circumstances which was the B-side of the 45 my friend had. 1981 I’m a freshman and my older brother had to drive me to school with him, he was a senior. On those rides he introduced me to two things, daily pot smoking and 2112. I was hooked on both but especially Rush which has never wavered. Seeing Neil play live a year later was life changing for me. Outside of immediate family he became a huge influence on who I became as a person through his words.
@@jimtatro6550 Very cool - thanks so much for sharing!!
My favourite Rush song. Could listen to it every day and never get bored. Been a fan since 1979 the year after this song was recorded. What a journey it has been. Welcome to the Church of Rush
It sounds like now because Rush is your favorite band's favorite band. The isolated drums for this is an excellent listen. I like it when someone this young calls it "cartoon music", that means classic WB cartoons are still being watched.
Sorry I missed when you said "....everybody, let's do a solo at the same time..." THAT is a perfect definition of Rush!
THE song where all 3 have a solo at the same time, while keeping perfect rhythm, is Freewill... Watching them play it live is a joy to behold. Happy listening dude.
This is a great example of how Rush leads lulls and shocks the listener. that's why you get a feeling of both exhaustion and exhilaration at the end of one of their masterpieces.
Neil’s cymbal/hi hat work is amazing in the quiet build-up section
Thank you!! His hi-hat work doesn’t get nearly enough attention. The bass drum and cymbals with Geddy’s bass and then with the guitar during the solo in Marathon are not of this world.
Alex’s guitar tone and use of pedals during the solo is phenomenal and then right after that he goes right into a palm mute style. Just stellar musicianship.
He's stupidly humble about it all too. I love his solos during this period, really all his solos. He's so musical, I don't consider him gimmicky like some of the guitarists so many people talk about.
2112 is a game changer. You will not look at things the same afterwards. Enjoy... I am..
Also, you mentioned all 3 doing a solo at once.
The lead break in Freewill is the best example of that. It's also the greatest 60 seconds of music my ears have ever soaked up!
I saw Rush in 79 in Dallas it was the Tour of Hemispheres tour, I was amazed how three musicians could put out so much beautiful magical music, thanks enjoying your channel
I just love watching new true Rush fans germinate, sprout and bloom.
If there are people who didn't want to sit through the rest of this extraordinary album, then they're NOT Rush fans! Glad you found things to move you throughout this album!
Some of that synth was volume modulated guitar. Welcome to the Rush rabbit hole!
Memories of being 16, listening to a friend’s band trying to play this, while in their basement drinking Miller Pony beers and smoking stuff….thinking that was the best times of our lives…..and in some ways it was…..
For me the synth adds everything to this song
If you want to have your mind blown as a musician, just watch their live performance of Working Man during the Time Machine tour in Cleveland.
This is beyond a doubt Rush's most complex instrumental. Not only is Alex's guitar solos insane but its also one of the hardsst songs ever for drummers to play with many taking it as a badge of honor if they can get through it mistake free, and on top of that Geddies doing his usual thing on the Bass, keyboards and foot peddles and all three are in total sync. If I were to rank their.other four instrumentals id go YYZ, Leave that thing alone, wheres my thing, and The main monkey business in that order. 😊
If you like synth, Rush has an entire era devoted to it. I especially love the album Grace Under Pressure. A true masterpiece beginning to end.
So under rated is GUP The master piece of the synth eighties era Dark .Moody and Complex r/Neils vision of a nuclear future
@@onelove5727 it does have an ominous undercurrent for a synth heavy album. I love it, every song.
My first ever rush concert was GUP. I went to every show after that, through their final tour
"Grace Under Pressure" always struck me as a "message in a bottle" from the Cold War... describing people living under the constant stress of either World War III or other matters throwing our nice stable world into chaos.
They are the soundtrack of my life. I envy your Rush journey. Rush on!
"There has to be other bands that are this creative, right." That was great! I think the answer to your rhetorical question is, of course, there are other bands that are this creative but I can"t think of a 3 piece, especially one from the 70's , with this much "sauce." One that comes close is GRAND FUNK RAILROAD, a super 3 piece rock band from the late 60's and 70's. Try "Inside Looking Out" for a nice sample!☮
Don't forget the Police who were killing it with Classics like Roxanne & Beds To Big Without You! :)
Great comparison man. Inside Looking Out is easily one of GFRs best. A absolute barn burner.
If you want early Prog rock with amazing creativity, might I suggest the group, Yes.
Rick Wakeman: master of keys
Chris Squire: An inspiration to many on the bass guitar
Steve Howe: pick magic guitarist
Bill Bruford : Drum kit master and caboodle
Jon Anderson: vocals are an instrument too and lyrics give him the notes he wishes to play.
There have been others to come in and out but for me, those are the core.
IMO: Yes were the master impressionists of the music word.
Raise your expectations as high as you want. They won't ever be as high as the band's. Welcome to RUSH. Prepare to have your mind blown.
Great tune and reaction! Watch it live in Cleveland. Its da bomb!! Right Rush fans.
I was their! 1st half was "Moving Pictures "
😳 I remember that Tour! 🤔 But can't remember if it was Giant Stadium, Radio City Music Hall or if I saw them in NJ. 🤯 Hard to remember after 40 yrs of Rush Shows. I was in my 30's before I had a Job that let me pay my rent AND see Rush at MSG WITHOUT Knicks Banners blocking my view. 😒 I did blow dental $ on a Snakes & Arrows MSG ticket. 🙄 Rent was late that month 🤗 but worth the late fee charges! 😂
My first time of hearing that was in 1980. I was already familiar with other great tunes from Rush but just when I thought maybe I’d heard all of their best, there was “ La Villa “. What an incredible roller coaster ride.
That song along with Xanadu made me an eternal fan of those guys.
Well congratulations, Man. You just experienced one of the most important songs in Rock.
Born in '68, Big Hit Rock wonders are what I listened to primarily until this girl in high school introduced me to Black Sabbath, Judas Priest and Rush. All 3 made the most changes per song compared to all other Rock I'd listened to up until then, Rush being the most progressive, with more changes per song and the least predictability. After that, I was sold on Progressive Rock since, as my favorite kind of music.
I was in high school and I had a bunch of acquaintances that had been playing drums for years, and they could play anything heavy metal at insane BPM, but they would struggle for months trying to learn to play this, if they could ever manage it at all. Whenever drummers would converse, the inevitable questions that would always come up is 'Yes, but can you play La Villa Strangiato?'.
Just subscribed. Your channel is amazing and it's great to see someone your age appreciate music from years ago. Good for you.
💥THE GIRL WHO LISTENED TO RUSH💥
From the back of the stadium
She’s easy to see
Standing up at the stage
In her Starman tee
From Anthem to Limelight
To YYZ
She’s the girl who listened to Rush
And all of the rockers
And all of the heshers
Well they dreamed of the day
That they might get her
And drive her away
In a Red Barchetta
She’s the girl who listened to Rush
Philosophers and ploughmen
They can’t resist her call
They cannot choose
Not to decide
So they've got no choice at all
They've gotta love her
No she doesn’t say "Pert"
And she doesn’t say "Part"
Yeah, she knows it’s "Neil Peert"
‘Cause he’s close to her heart
Say a prayer for John Rutsey
He was there at the start
She’s the girl who listened to Rush
Philosophers and ploughmen
They can’t resist her call
They cannot choose
Not to decide
So they've got no choice at all
They've gotta love her
Why don’t girls ever listen to Rush?
But she listened to Rush!
The blacksmith and the artist
They can’t resist her call
You cannot choose
Not to decide
So you’ve got no choice at all
No you’ve got no choice at all
You’ve gotta love her
-- Nerf Herder
This is nice
I'm 53 an its fun watching u learn RUSH is on a level alll by itself. ✌
I think you’re lost for words. Basically speechless-as in without speech. Rush does that.
John, you mentioned you've been looking for bands that played instrumental sections. Rush is your band for instrumentals: La Villa Strangiato, YYZ, Broone's Bane (acoustic guitar instrumental from Exit...Stage Left live album), Where's My Thing?, Leave That Thing Alone, Limbo, The Main Monkey Business, Hope, Malignant Narcissism.
Enjoy!
My favourite album is “A Farewell To Kings”- I saw them on that tour, ( first of many), they were and are, phenomenal !
Please see the 2112 cartoon video ok???
I HATE the cartoon video, as it tells a totally different story from the story told in 2112.
Its always a pleasure to see people see the light! Lol. 🇬🇧
The solo from their song Freewill is the epitome of a 3 person solo. The crowd in their live in Rio concert were doing "we're not worthy" bowing during their performance of this song. Its a must listen.
Rush, YES, Genesis
Drummer Is the most prolific song Word smith.
I have seen these 3 guys....THREE GUYS , do this live 4 times in the 80s and 90s. Performing all of their music , no sequencers.
And no auto-tune.
SO EFFING GLAD you listened to this! It’s an epic piece filled with transitions, dynamics, and styles. Will be my favorite instrumental forever. ✌🏻
Welcome to the amazing world of Rush. You have a great ride ahead of you. It's easy to get lost in their music genius but don't overlook the lyrics. There's so much to explore. Enjoy.
Great reaction!! What you referred to as "alternative rock", was actually "progressive rock". Rush is my all-time favorite band, but they had some inspiration from Yes. Another progressive rock band that is amazing and has a very deep catalog. Tool is a band that got some inspiration from Rush. They too, have a deep catalog. Both are incredible bands, vastly different, but share some similar characteristics. Roundabout, by Yes...and 46 and 2, by Tool are great songs to check out.
Fragile is still one of my favorite albums
I'm still hearing different and new things everytime
Dream Theater!! Jordan Rudess is a fabulous keyboardist!! Great guitarist, drummer, bassist, singer!! And RUSH is their main influence
Thank you for reacting to this song I requested it, but I didn’t specify that I meant for you to react to the live official video, it will change your life bro I promise
The live version of this song is even better on "Exit Stage Left"!
My favorite Rush album!
and all done in one take...on tape....amazing
RUSH.....This is the way
2112 is going to change everything you have ever felt about music, from composition to time signature changes to lyrics telling you a story and mostly how to take your listening audience on the journey of a lifetime 🤘
Not to mention it was Rush’s fuck you song to the music industry and labels who want 3 min radio friendly songs
Welcome to the family!!!
Great reaction, dude! Think about this.. this was 1978, no auto-tune! Antique equipment (lol)! This song nearly killed them! They spent 10 days trying to record this song in 1 take off the floor! They finally had to admit defeat and record it in 3 parts! But soon they mastered it and was a staple at nearly every tour! At least the 3 that I saw! Some with switch ups.. even a circus music intro! Geddy and Alex write the music and Neil writes the lyrics. This is one of the few song Neil is penned with writing the music along with Alex and Geddy! Just amazing musicians in their mid 20’s!! Be well and God bless… from Texas! YOU GOTTA DO SOME LIVE!! #RUSHFAMILY #RIPNEIL #RIPTAYLOR
Not only that they're on tour with UFO doing these recordings different places different times. UFO taught them a lot about touring. UFO is one of the biggest British invasions of brilliant musicians ever. And of course back then Michael schenker was young and a prodigy on guitar!
It took me almost a goddamn week & 4 copies of the LP in 78 to learn the entire album note for note nuance for nuance. The bass solo alone took 2 days. Didn't have TH-cam video tutorial nothing but lifting the friggin needle off the record & trying to find the parts ya wanted to learn. Do that today ya young brats that's true learning tunes your ear to listen & hands to play & brains to remember it. 53 years boys & girls is how long big daddy's been playing bass. No break since 1971. Every day it's in my hands at some point thousands of bands, gigs, tv, commercial jingles, the road, studio, sock hops, Sadie Hawkins dances, opening for top acts, you name it I did it. The first 5 years I studied practiced still do in 76 I made my first 50$ at 16. No regrets. I'd do it again if I could redo my life.
Rush gives you eargasms like Pink Floyd does
Alex Lifeson wrote this song about a series of nightmares he had; the various parts of the song depict different parts or feelings in the dreams. It transitions from peaceful, to energetic, to frightening, to the sudden awakening. It's a tale told with no words. The drumming is incredible. Neil Peart studied under a jazz drummer and he was constantly trying to improve his craft, despite the fact that he earned the nickname of "The Professor" himself for his mastery. I love that you said they're all doing solos at the same time because I've often said that- Rush's songs are like that, where each member gets into "the pocket" and rocks out while managing never to step on each other and remain so TIGHT!
the first time I heard rush it fit in my mind like a long lost missing puzzle piece
Xanadu from A Farewell To Kings. Dude, you need to listen to that.
Thank you.
Pretty remarkable that in the almost 44 years since this was recorded, no one has written a better rock band instrumental - this song is THE gold standard of rock instrumentals, imho.
Probably still will be in 2112…🤷🏻♂️
Rock On 🤘🏼
Glad you are enjoying the songs! If yout want to hear more synth from this band, their mid 80s stuff you will really enjoy. Red Sector A, Between the Wheels area couple of my favorite from this era. Another favorite from this era is Time Stand Still. Love that song. Heavy synth. Also, I'm forgetting noe if you did this, but if you havent, I would recommend Subdivisions.
RUSH were one of the originators of the Prog Rock movement, and I would arguably say the best there was. Imagine listening to this in 1978.....well, I did. I was 24 years old. Mind blown. Remember, this song was a musical interpretation of Alex Lifeson's dreams/nightmares as a kid. "The Strange Village"
I was 15 when this came out and I just couldn’t believe how good it was! Rush owned me!
Spirit of Radio is a must!
3 amazing musicians made that incredible song. RUSH.
Great video! I love your reaction & can’t wait for your 2112 video. If you’re looking for a Rush song that has both lyrics & instrumental parts I suggest a song Rush recorded before La Villa Strangiato - the song Xanadu will blow you away! It appears on the album entitled A Farewell to Kings from 1977. I hope you will consider a reaction video to it.
My personal favorite
And yes, they could a play this live.
Hey Bro.. would love to see you react the the GOATs solo in Frankfurt. Synth guy gonna be blown away!!! Again 🤣. Rock on pal!!
Alex's best solo imo.
Great reaction. When you’re done listening to the great RUSH then I highly recommend you giving Boston a try for keys, synth or organs if you’re wanting to explore the older greats. For starters try on “Foreplay/longtime”.
Rush is older than Boston.
Seen both.
Both fill the 'room' with sound!!!
‘Boston’. Yes. John. Boston. Good call @yotaman2112.
Check out the live in Cleveland during the time machine tour for this song
Tons of Metal bands include musical songs on their albums. Maiden has a musical song on many of their albums.
Hemispheres is their masterpiece (for me). But I see over on my recommended that you just listened to it...so I'll watch that next and witness your sense of awe grow.
I went to make the same comment on the powerhouse sequence but it had already been made. I have a CD of Carl Stallings cartoon music works, and a long time ago my band and I were listening to it while building out our band studio in my garage and we all heard that bit and said we should write a song around that piece...my Rush Head friend broke the news to us gently that it had already been done...lol. great song.
Many reactores refer to Disney's cartoon, the real fact is that Rush and Disney are refering to Jazz.
You will love Bytor and The Snowdog.
A BAND Called YES really (YES}
"They literally just said 'Everybody do a solo at the same time'..."
Every Rush song ever. :D
Can't wait for 2112!!!
😆 I swear I thought the exact same thing! 🤣🤣🤣🐰
If looking for other Rush songs with great synthesizer sounds and parts, I would suggest, Marathon, Territories, and Mystic Rhythms. Another band worth checking out that always have great musicianship, soundscapes, and A high degree of creativity is, Yes; I would recommend their song Awaken as a prime example of the pinnacle of their creativity, if you decide to listen to it use the studio version of the song from the album Going for the One.
One of the greatest? The greatest.
Xanadu is equally freaking awesome !! Rush Rules !!!!
Look up King Crimson, they were early influencers of Rush and were Prog Rock kings like the band Yes as well
just can't wait till you see em live Hahaha
Sick joke man.
It is always important to inform that Rush had several eras in its sound style, between the most classic rock, progressive, even going through a very 80's phase with synthesizers. But always creating his sound in a very peculiar, different, but brilliant way. If one era doesn't suit you, look for information about the other eras. If you're curious about the 80's I recommend "Grand Designs" from the Power Windows disc
It was from a Dream Alex Lifeson had about and old house
Notice the time changes in this & other Rush songs. Although, they usually go with a 7 count.
First, I got into Rush, then I got into Yes, then I got into King Crimson. Not a bad way to grow up. Check em out, I'm sure you will appreciate the creativity.
Gotta do 2112 WITH THE LYRICS.....LIFE CHANGING!
I am new here. You are great. Let's go!
There are so many great rush songs keep listening!
I love your TH-cam handle.
From "The Mask"
There are but it’s hard to find one as good. Try some early “ Nektar “ for some creative synth.
I like to call this song "Neil casually destroys a drum set." Seriously he is just going nuts back there on it. LOVE the drop from the initial theme into the really quiet and calm theme... Alex just kills it with the dynamics. You don't hear guitar played like that very often and it is so beautiful.
Calling it everyone solo at the same time is exactly what this is. It's like 3 dudes showed up in the studio and just started jamming and this masterpiece of music came out.
That part of the song you recognized is actually from a famous composition (don't remember who) borrowed for the Bugs Bunny cartoons when the monster is chasing him. The section in the song is titled, 'Monsters!'. 😄
you need the live version.
Love this reaction!! You must do Digital Man live❤️😁😎🇨🇦✌️
Please for the love of God you need to check out Rush Xanadu from Exit Stage Left it is a live concert musical journey with Rush at the peak of their powers
now you can watch working man live in cleveland time machine tour
LYNYRD SKYNYRD is a solid solid band.
Check out Captain Beyond...1st album on Capricorn Records (1972)
Hey John, You should try the live performance of "Leave That Thing Alone" ( Time Machine 2011)
Yes love that one.
your comments are awesome for this! thank you. I actually thought Geddy became over realiant on the keys/synth but you reminded me that it was quite good.... the musicianship of these 3 is off the chart (I think most agree) Alex on guitar, Geddy on bass and keys and Neil (RIP) on drums and lyricism