The saying was that most drummers paid attention to the metronome but that the metronome paid attention to Peart. RIP good sir, you were and are an inspiration.
You should watch the Hall of Fame induction ceremony with the late, Taylor Hawkins and Dave Grohl inducting RUSH finally into the Hall of Fame epic induction
Neil was referred to as "Your favorite drummer's favorite drummer". He also wrote the lyrics for Rush's songs too, which is overlooked by most. R.I.P. Neil Peart.
"overlooked by most? Who is "most"? DO you know "most" Rush fans? Actually the Rush fans from the 70's or early 80's that grew up with them had LPs with lyrics and liner notes and we read every word on them. That was a big part of enjoying an album. Maybe your music comes stripped down from a digital source. Neil wrote most of the lyrics but not all - certainly nothing on their first album.
@@blacklight4460 In general though, most of the early Rush fans focus 95% on the music and less on the lyrics - as evidenced by them being very vocal about abandoning the guys throughout most of the 80's and dissing the synth era. If they were to listen to the lyrics equally, they would appreciate lines like "sometimes our big splashes, are just ripples in the pool" or "Spirits fly on dangerous missions , imaginations on fire" just as much as Alex's solo in La Villa, or Geddy's vocals in 2112.
@@dilligaf6544 You got a problem dude? "Most people in general" have still never heard of them. Rush was panned by mainstream music critics for many years because they didn't "fit the mold". But you knew that, right? Why did it take so long to get Rush into the R&R Hall of Fame?
@Marc Poindexter Right on! Same here - I had heard them here and there but didn't really know who they were until the Trees hit the airwaves in '78. Went out an bought the Hemispheres album and the rest soon after.
Neil rode a motorcycle by himself, following the tour…. So he could enjoy the country and reflect. He wasn’t just the greatest drummer of our time…. He was a scholar…. An author…. Wrote just about all the Rush lyrics…. He was a deep thinker…. A special Human being. The world lost a really special one when he passed. RIP Neil
He was the hope for the peculiar guy trying (and in his case, succeeding) to make it in this world and find a way to fit in. As geniuses often appear, he always had that quirky, high-intellect demeanor. Could he really fit in? The bigger question asked was, Did he make an impact? For me, he did and still does. I still miss him as I loyally play my Rush tunes.
This is why he was voted best drummer three years in a row, in the fourth year he asked people not to vote for him, as he said he became to self conscious of any little mistake he was making, which made his mind scream fake. you don't deserve the right to be number one, a very humble guy to be sure. He certainly made me want to better my drum playing.
"Is he the GOAT of drumming?" Why yes.... yes he is. No one else comes close. I am privileged that I got to see him live 7 times. 7 best concerts ever.
Neal is one of my favorite drummers.. of which I have at least a dozen.. but.. the goat of all drummers has to be Buddy Rich. the man's been dead 35 years and he's still better than 90% of the drummers out there
Absolutely without a doubt the world's greatest drama in my eyes and so many others I've seen him play 11 times I was so blessed that I got to see him live up front and close and every single time I went he more than amazed me he is beyond professor for a reason he didn't just set the bar he made the bar and jumped over it God bless him we know he's playing in heaven can't be that good and not go somewhere great you know that soul and that music lived on forever and ever amen
Almost forgot: Don’t feel bad about not knowing who Neil Peart was. I’m sure most Rush fans will agree: Rush has been criminally under appreciated for YEARS. It’s a low down dirty shame that these 3 exceptionally talented musicians had been overlooked by Rock N Roll Hall of Fame for so many years, despite earning 50+ gold, platinum and double platinum records over the past 47 years. They were only inducted (after releasing their last studio album) in 2013, nearly 40 years after the release of their first album.
@@19DrumFreak89 I hear you, but among the folks with whom I frequently socialize, none can name a single member of Rush?! Personally, I easily consider Lifeson to be one of the best guitarists I’ve ever listened to. I have several copies of “Victor” (Lifeson’s solo project from 90’s) where he just cuts loose, something not often heard with Rush? I’d encourage all Rush fans to check out both Victor and Lee’s solo album called “My Favorite Headache” from 2000. These solo albums were recorded during those tragic years when Peart suffered the loss of both his wife and daughter within 6 months. That six year break led to the release of “Vapor Trails”, one of my all-time favorite Rush albums. Despite the release of the Vapor Trails Remix, I still prefer the noisy, clipped original release. “Ceiling Unlimited” is simply sublime.
@@ToeCutter0 yes great recommendations. I was so happy when Rush finally got induced into the Hall of Fame. And the audience was like Finally! When I was in high school Moving Pictures album came out and I was hooked on Rush! The three of them have so much talent it's unbelievable. Forever a Rush fan!
I’m a 60 year old who’s been playing drums since I’ve been 13. Neil’s always been my favourite. Whether playing drums on a church worship team or in a rock/pop/country/celtic band I always bring a little “Neil” with me. He was such a humble & gracious gift to the world of music, the arts, drumming, humanity….you name it. Great job being in awe of this solo. RIP Neil.
I heard that interview. A drum machine would just get in the way and doesn't have a mind for instant flexibility especially when you have a drum machine playing already with a mind
Neil Peart was the drummer God picked to show ALL other drummers how it is done. He was 'The Professor'. His drumming has been called superhuman. The world became a better place when he was in it.
Seeing him do this live 3 different times. And all of them were different. I have never heard 40k+ people get so silent just so they could enjoy every second of his brilliance.
It is a testament to how one man and one band could put down their hated and weapons to come together in silence to hear and watch human perfection! I too am delighted to say I witnessed his aptitude and excellence. Forever and only a Neil Peart fan.
I had the privilege to see them three times as well and each time was an awesome spectacule to witness and behold...no one comes close to the brilliance.
Did anyone count how many bug's flew into this dudes GAPING PIE HOLE . I'm glad he saw this cool solo bcuz he will NEVER forget it. I'd love to see the live drum solo from the "All The Worlds a Stage" tour.
Come on, give the guy a break. He’s a self described “drum critic” who doesn’t know a thing about Neil Peart, of course his mouth is going to be hanging open.
@@PNW_Sportbike_Life He said that he would never get tired of playing Tom Sawyer because it was extremely difficult, and if he played it correctly, he said "it pleases me" to reproduce it exactly as recorded. He also said that they played their songs live without changing them with improvisations, because they were plenty difficult to play just the way they were recorded. There's a video someone made, where the audio is the actual song off the album, and the video portion is of Neal Peart playing it in concert, and they match up exactly. I think the song was YYZ, but not sure.
@@stephanechamberland8486 With an hour warming up in the back of the stage before the show. He was a perfectionist. Every time I would ride I would keep an eye out for Neil Peart, hoping to hit him up about motorcycle travels while pretending not to know he's famous. He didn't like people fawning all over him and found that embarrassing, but liked to talk about motorcycle touring.
@@jaycoy107 that's the whole thing behind Limelight. "I can't pretend the stranger is a long awaited friend." Peart wrote that track as a veiled explanation of his own discomfort regarding his fame
In an interview he once said on playing Tom Sawyer every night that he wasn't bored playing it night after night. Any night he played it right was a good night.
CentiMorgans (cM) refers to the length of a chromosome after Thomas Morgan. It’s measured as % so as you said we can start rating drummers on the centiNeil scale from 0 to 100.
Neil Peart isn't just THE KING of drumming, He is THE GOD of drumming!!! No one can rip through a drum kit like him. He was THE TEACHER'S teacher of drumming. And, I am a very grateful disciple of Neil Peart, a drummer, who is now 65 years old, and started drumming when I was 5 years old. Let the beat go on!!!
@@campusman1957 Singing isn't what makes a band. You obviously don't know shit about music going by your comment. What other 3 man band can invent music that calibre? crickets
Yeah that was so ridiculous. I saw some Buddy Rich videos on here... that guy did more with a 5 piece than anyone else. He was incredibly fast. Watch one you can tell he influenced a million drummers and very possibly Neil Peart.
You just witnessed a Master Class in percussion. There's a reason that after Buddy Rich died, jazz musicians wanted to play a memorial concert and asked Neil Peart to play the drums. RIP Neil (the Professor) Peart.
At least he didn’t have to live through 2020. I’m being serious. 2020 was so bad. 🙄🙄Losing Neil was one of the musician industry’s biggest losses, imo. Even though it may not seem like it, Neil was a pivotal part of the music business.
@@jacobolson6885 Well, my 2020 started off with Peart dying, and I thought "well this sucks, at least things cant get worse", then we had a volcano fucking explode 20km away a week later....so naturally everyone bought all the N95 masks to protect their lungs... good job we won't be needing those masks a couple of weeks later... OH WAIT HERE'S COVID. We have been locked down ever since. this country has longest lockdown in the world, officially.
Will truly miss being able to watch him perform live. Watching Neil and Rush live was something else. I used to get tingles up my whole body from the first song until the end of the final encore.
Neil Peart was the primary lyricist for Rush. He was an avid motorcyclist. His bus pulled a trailer for his bike. He often rode between gigs, and would only sleep in his bus at night. Very humble and mild spoken man.
I liked how he would hang out and read books and chill by himself then.. yawn grab his sticks.. amaze the world.. go back stage and pick up his book again till the limo took him to the hotel.. always thought that was kinda neat.
If you are interested in watching this solo without pause, you may do so elsewhere. This video consists a reaction to that drum solo. It is stated very clearly in the title.
The greatest drummer the world has ever seen, he saw buddy, he saw bonham, he saw baker and he said, “yeah let me play that but in 7/8” the absolute god of the drumming world, RIP the professor, one of the most gifted musicians to ever pick up the sticks
@@tripletcobbable I don't know, I sat two feet from Tony William's stool in a jazz club in Chicago. Never saw anything like his playing before or since.
@@MrMaynardWR how about goat of Rock n Roll drummers... that's how i would have worded it. I've seen some buddy rich, and he's incredible, too, no doubt
@@alanela6761 He is definitely one of my favorites and I can understand why many might feel, that in their opinion, he is the GOAT of rock drummers but there are so many other amazing rock drummers that I think to make such a definitive statement without saying that it is your opinion is sort of silly. I mean go on a TH-cam video of Keith Moon or John Bonham and you will find a ton of people who will declare that each of them is "easily" the greatest. I really get annoyed in particular with the people who end their proclamations with the word "period" as if it's not up for a debate. You might be able to say that about Simone Biles or Usain Bolt in their respective sports, but about artists it's rarely that clear cut.
I was gonna suggest to this reviewer to read Peart's lyrics. KISS (sucks) toured with Rush long ago. I watched some of "The Decline of Western Civilization Part ?" where Gene Simmons made fun of Rush members because they were reading rather than getting laid and partying. obviously Rush is more technical as musicians than KISS (sucks). guys have followed them around the world for decades. with the same fans in the front rows they watched each other getting older like receding hair lines and some fans gained weight lol. seeing Rush 100 times is not out of the question.
Let me get this right…this guy is a drummer and a self proclaimed “drum critic” and he never heard of Neil Peart. I don’t care if his preferred music style is R&B or country…if he was unaware of Neil Peart prior to this video…he needs to get out more.
@@apachedeathcave7428 Never heard of Detroit? No worries. It’s a sh*thole. It was once a thriving city but has been driven to the brink of complete failure after decades of horrible political leadership.
From when Neil started to play your mouth was open and it didn't close until he stopped playing game set and match to a drum god me thinks R.I.P TO A LEGEND WE MISS YOU NEIL ❤❤❤❤❤
Geddy and Alex gave him the nickname “The Professor” due to his love of reading while on tour. His nose was constantly stuck in a book. He was quite content to sit on the tour bus and read while the other guys met with fans, his lyrics in Limelight allude to that, “I can’t pretend a stranger is a long awaited friend”. For his drumming skills he was called, “The Master”. He grew up in the city I live in and I go to Lakeside Park a lot, it reminds me of their music and Neil’s impact.
It's neither. Neil wrote on his website (Neil Peart.net) he got the name nickname because he reminded Ged & Alex of the character The Professor on the TV Show Gilligan's Island.
You're not gonna 'critique' anything, Sparky. You're gonna listen in gobsmacked awe just like the rest of us. You should probably learn to accept that before you disappoint yourself. 😁😆
Neil Peart is the GOAT. I have seen him play drum solos live from the late 1970s until the end of Rush, and he delivered the goods every time. RIP Neil, I and countless others miss you and continue to offer gratitude for the music you made.
I’m your 1st viewer and commenter. Neil Peart is one of the best drummers that ever lived. Unfortunately he has since passed away. I love your reaction videos!
@@infopackrat Buddy Rich was a great drummer also. Different music so hard to say one was better than the other. I love to listen to and appreciate both of them.
I only rediscovered Rush recently, since first short exposure in the early '80s. This is the first time I have watched this iconic Peart solo, since for me most drum solos are so-so. I'm a Black Page fan. I didn't want to risk watching something by Peart that was so-so. I liked it.
My heart broke the day he died. To know I will never be at a Rush concert ever again for the rest of my life is a feeling I can't describe. How lucky was I to grow up with this. This first album I ever bought when I was a little kid was Moving Pictures. YYZ is still my favorite song. R.I.P. Professor.
I missed one of their concerts when I was about 15 and I've kicked myself in the ass, over that ever since. And it was a real heart breaker when, I found out he passed away. I'm a young guy compared to most rush fans, but they are in my top 5 favorite bands of all time still.
It broke my heart too. I didn't even know he was ill. I don't think anyone did. Brain cancer is one hell of a nasty way to go. He didn't deserve it. And at my grand old age of 22, I am beyond upset I never got to see Rush/Neil live in person. They've been added to the ever growing list of bands I'll never experience. Rock In Peace Neil Peart 🤘🥁
With you there friend, albeit i was there a bit earlier than thee. Lucky to have seen RUSH 7 times since 1981, watched Neils solos grow, they were the soundtrack to my life.
Had been a fan forever but never go to see them live until around 2004(I think?) in Portland OR. The entire concert was amazing but the drum solo was jaw dropping. I swear he had 6 arms to do that.
The band Neil played in was called Rush. He came from a time when EVERY instrument in a band was considered important and not just a backup for the vocalist. That attitude REQUIRED each instrumentalist to be as good as they could be. Neil was the personification of that attitude
@@johnwhisman1323 every member of rush is among the very best of all time in their main insturments. there is just no way they could have done what they did, lead the world in progressive rock for 45 years, without all being able to challenge each other to be among the very best of all time. i play bass, and Geddy is my hero, but Neil is easily in the top 2-3 drummers of all time, while Geddy has a few more challengers, Les Claypool among them. but you cant discount Alex. there are a lot of very talented Guitarists out there, but Alex really should be counted among the top 10-20 of all time. Rush simply could not have worked without it.
The expression on your face is priceless! There has never been a drummer like Neil Peart (pronounced Peert). He was not in a league of his own - he was in a UNIVERSE of his own!
Watching video reactions like his, and the expression on his face, makes me feel like I'm watching it for the first time. I agree, it is awesome to see folks like this gent just asked by what Neal Peart could do.
The expression on his face is an act. "Look at me being amazed"! Really? Pretty sad when people can't judge for themselves. Again, what talent do you claim to have? Oh, right, Copy videos, and take credit for other peoples hard work.
@@PlyrMava. well no one is the best ever really, is he the best rock drummer ever? Easily the best or the second best. But the best drummer ever would be able to Accel in most genres and as much as I love him and as good as he as at rock drumming he's just not that
NO!!! IT MEANS MEANS, CLOSED MINDED AND IGNORANT. THAT neil peart guy TREATED THE FANS AS DIRT. NEVER WANTED AND NEVER TOOK THE TIME FOR THEM. I HAD THAT EXPERIENCE. THAT BACKUP MY COMMENTS. Let me give you a couple of names, DAVE WECKL Considered TOP DRUMMER IN JAZZ, FUSION. He has an amazing sensibility, when he plays hard and aggressive he can make jump out of your seat. HE IS INCREDIBLE NICE WITH THE FANS. I'VE SEEN HIM TWICE. HERE IS A LITTLE STORY, HE WAS ON TOUR AND ABOUT 2 MONTHS BEFORE I EMAILED HIM ASKING IF I BRING A DRUMHEAD HE COULD SIGN IT FOR MY DAD. DIDN'T ANSWER. CONCERT DAY HE DECIDED TO DO A DRUM CLEANIC. I STARTED TO APPROACHED HIM AND I ASKED HIM IF HE COULD SIGNED AND HE DIDN'T LET ME FINISH AND TOLD ME, "YOU ARE THE GUY WHO WANTS ME TO SIGN AND DRUMHEAD FOR YOU DAD. AFTER THE CONCERT I WILL SIGN IT AND TALKED TO YOU" CONCERT ENDED CAME OUT THE STAGE GRAB A BEER, AND HE ASKED ME, "SO THE DRUMHEAD IS FOR YOUR DAD?" I SAID, YES!!! HE IS THE ONE THAT INTRODUCE ME IN YOUR MUSIC" AFTER THAT I ASKED HIM IF I COULD HAVE A PICTURE TAKEN WITH ME AND HE WAS SO COOL. NEXT TIME IF SEE YOU I HOPE YOU CAN SIGN IT AND A DRUMHEAD FOR ME" HE TOLD ME, "ABSOLUTELY" ANOTHER TOUR CAME UP AND HE PLAY IN MY CITY. I GOT TO THE VENUE EARLIER AND HE SAW ME AND CAME TO ME AND TOLD ME IN A VERY COOL WAY "HOW ARE YOU DOING!!? AND HE TOLD ME AFTER THE CONCERT I'LL SEAT AND TALK TO YOU, BUT NOW LET ME TAKE YOU INSIDE THE VENUE AND WATCH THE SOUND CHECK" CONCERT ENDED AND CAME TO ME AND ASKED ME "DID YOUR DAD LIKE THE DRUMHEAD? FROM MY LITTLE BAG I PULLED A PICTURE OF MY DAD WITH THE DRUMHEAD IN ONE HAND A LITTLE SHEET OF PAPER SAYING "THANK YOU FOR THE WONDERFUL AUTOBIOGRAPH!! HE WAS STUNT.... THEN HE SAID, DO YOU HAVE THE PICTURE OF US? I PULLED IT OUT SIGNED IT AND TOLD ME "WHATEVER YOU HAVE I'LL SIGN THEM" AT THAT POINT HE HAD PROBABLY ABOUT 7 ALBUMS" You will never going to read or hear from a fan a nice story about that guy. NEVER!!!!! This is This one is AKIRA JIMBO. Japanese. Band CASIOPEA. HE HAS THE MOST INCREDIBLE INDEPENDENCE THAT NOBODY HAVE BEING ABLE TO DO WHAT HE DOES.
We all were impressed. What impressed me most was that neil was a composition drummer. He conceived, wrote down and reliably exactly replayed his drum comps. Who did he take lessons from. Alotta ppl but one of his last teachers was Buddy Guy and he taught a few too.
If I may, I recommend his book, Ghost Rider. He was a real, whole person. It’s possible his drumming wasn’t even the most exceptional thing about Neil Pert. We’ll be awhile seeing his kind again.
@@TheMonsterRain quick to being a dick? How very UN Peart-like. He may have just had a typo. As YOU did, with breaking tense with the misspelling of pronounceD, and the superfluous comma. Ok, go to edit, we'll wait.
He wrote all the lyrics man, if you've an ounce of intellect read the man's lyrics. Lakeside park, tom Sawyer, ghost of a chance, roll the bones, new world man, the fountain of lamneth, the temples of spyrinx, tears, lessons, I could go on for days. As awesome as his drumming is, the man was well read, poetic, socially conscious, and in general a deep person with compassion for the world he lived in. That's his real legacy. He married one woman, stayed with her until her death. Was not a drunk or druggy like so many rock and roll musicians of that era. And you seriously belittle and insult him calling it "drumming" the man was a percussionist. Perfectionist. In later interviews he mentioned he hated playing tom Sawyer live for the fans because even for him it was so hard to do it right every time, and he felt he cheated his fans if it wasn't perfect every time. That gentleman is the mark of a professional percussionist that loved the craft more than his ego.
I know this is a year old but yes, Neal was the GOAT of drumming. I really hate that acronym being thrown around so much but it truly fits Neal Peart. Man was a genius.
My 6th grader is a solid drummer for his age; when he started drumming with a full kit (two years ago) the first thing I did was tell him about Rush and the legend; Neil Pert.
Neil would say he wasn’t, I would say he was. But more importantly he was one of the greatest people to ever live. He truly lived a complete life, after having suffered complete heartbreak.
Niel was definitely the greatest. He lived a moment of great depression himself after the loss of his wife and daughter at the same time and had to get away from the band for a while but eventually got back into playing and still killed it. May he RIP and fly high with his wife and daughter.
@@RobertMJohnson as a drummer of over 35 years and a huge Bonham/Zeppelin fan and student, I have to disagree with you. I did once hold that view though. Bonham was at one time the greatest rock drummer and in some ways still is but only in his style. Bonham didn't have the technical expertise or ability of some of today's best rock drummers. What Bonham did have that most don't is a particular style of feel. Thats what hooks people into his playing and so few can duplicate. The title greatest of all time is too subjective to be put on any one drummer. They're all the greatest in their own ways. I'm sure Neil included Bonham as an influence. And if Bonham had lived long enough he would have considered Neil an influence too.
Not only Killed it.. .went back to school and developed entirely new skill sets and techniques. To have the resolve and strength to move from the nadir of ones life to then start over almost literals, and then reach his own personal skill and performance zenith once again is truly remarkable, and noteworthy on a purely personal level.
What’s the level *above* “Greatest Drummer of All Time?” Oh yeah: Neil Peart. This is amazing and if you ever got a chance to hear it live in person…unforgettable.
I forget where I heard this, but I quote it often. If a musician wants to keep perfect timing, they will follow a metronome. If a metronome wants to keep perfect timing, it follows Neil Peart. Seen him and Rush several times, and it's always been my favorite concert. RIP Professor 😪
To answer your question…YES, he’s the GOAT, he’s your favourite drummer's drummer, he's IT! I’m a Toronto girl, I was at the Horseshoe Tavern (way under age) when RUSH introduced their new drummer in 1974. I got to see them gig small then big filling Maple Leaf Gardens. The highlight was always Neil Peart epic solos, once started the crowd in an arena would literally hush just to drink it all in. I love Geddy and Leifson but Peart is the reason such huge sound came out of a three piece band, Peart also was the lyricist. So glad you’ve found him, RIP Neil! Edited for spelling.
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Neal Peart is the GOAT of drumming. I have seen him several times in the 80s and 90s. His kit, his patterns, his thought process is all next level shit. His immensity cannot be touched.
Meh. He was a great drummer. But I'd hardly say he was anywhere near Neil's calibre. Solid. But Neil totally outshines him. Which is why we talk endlessly of Peart but we don't seem to talk much about Palmer.
@@Chris.Minarich.LongIsland and who knew? I wish they would have told everyone. They said that Neil didn't want anyone to know because he didn't want anyone to worry about him or feel sorry for him. What a wonderful person he was.
Neil never stopped learning, he sat with people learned their styles perfected his technique. For those of us have listened for 40 years or 5 years you appreciate the sound of these 3 guys. To appreciate the ability of other styles is the best thing any of us can do.
@fartpoobox ohyeah Enough with the posturing you two. However, your statements are not well supported. Rush was not an in-pocket type of band. It's more a metal version of lord of the dance. NP never got to chase the band, threatening to run them over like a steam roller, like Bonham. Or explore strange new rhythms that threaten the meaning of the word rhythm, like Bruford. But NP has a right to emulate his heroes (Buddy Rich) night after night and avoid his villains in his solos. Are you really surprised that he took no great influence from Charlie Watts? But there is really very few bands that are less blusey, less jazzy than Rush. And to conclude that NP is not a good drummer on the basis of that sample seems myopic. It also suggets that you don't value the opinions of significant numbers of the greatest drummers in my lifetime who say he was an influence or inspiration , and yes partly due the endless learning. They know its a show, some kiddy pleaser splashes and razzle dazzle but I never heard them say he was anything less than masterful, and I have to believe them. Have you heard NP's when the Levee Breaks or Dyer Makr. Most people haven't but it's not (wasn't! s**t) Lord of the Dance all the time.
What I love best about Neil…. Even when he was at “the top of his game”, he was humble enough to think “I still need to get better”….AND THEN WENT AND GOT DRUMMING LESSONS!!! And according to Neil, it helped him. If that doesn’t bust one’s ego….I DON’T KNOW WHAT WOULD!!!
@@429supercj he once said "What is a master but a master student? And if that's true, then there's a responsibility on you to keep getting better and to explore avenues of your profession".
The late great Randy Roads had the same work ethic and determination. While on tour, he would look up a guitar teacher in the phone book and go take a “Lesson”, with the idea of “there’s always something to learn”.
I had the pleasure of growing up with Rush, listening to Subdivisions while I delivered my newspapers riding my bike. I was in love with early rush, and it only got better from there throughout my life. Neil was the best drummer ever.
Great?…absolutely….complicated and insightful?…definitely…. A huge influence on music and the modern rock drummer?..with out a doubt! But the GOAT?….nope….so many more or less successful talents out there that can match his skills behind the kit…..there is only one Rock and Roll drummer GOAT…and it’s John Henry Bonham…
@@truemanmontfort8031 I think part of what makes the goat is their influence in music in general because obviously a lot of guys can play like Bonham and Neil. That being said, in my humble opinion Neil surpassed Bonham.
That’s something to be totally proud of. I’ve never seen them live. I just listened to Rush since I was 4 because my brother adored Rush! Lol Neil is a King.
NEIL PEART RULES. I remember buying the earliest RUSH LPs, and instantly I was hooked. And then when 2112 came out, every drummer in the world felt the same way every guitarist felt when they first heard EddieVanHalen. RIP NEIL and EDDIE
I also saw this amazing man in my life 7 times. He was my hero, still is. May his heart and soul rest peacefully. And the cow bell part on this solo was my favorite. Love Rush!
Neil Peart (pronounced pEErt) was nicknamed the “professor” since he made a series of instructional videos for drummers. His career spanned from the late 1960’s to 2018. That’s roughly 50 years! During that time he spent countless hours perfecting his art, and worked with/mentored under numerous drumming greats. The solo you just saw (and his set) is the culmination of years, and years of study. Neil said he was always trying to improve, and perfect his solos. Is he the greatest drummer of all time? That’s pretty subjective. I would say that their are other solos by other artists out there that are comparable to Neil’s, but they’re different in style, feel, and sound. I’m sure if Neil were alive today he would say that his playing is a recipe inspired by generations of drummers. Personally, I think he IS the greatest drummer of his time, and will be remembered as a legend for generations to come. I’m glad you had the opportunity to be exposed to his art. Thank you for the video. Stay safe.
Small correction, Neil had been called the professor since long before those instructional videos. On the All the World's a Stage live album, Geddy even introduces Neil as the Professor when he starts his drum solo. He also retired in 2015 when they finished their last tour. You can never have too much Neil!
From what I've heard, Neil recognized the greats that he learned from, that he stood on the shoulders of giants. This particular solo give homage to the jazz drummers like Buddy Rich. This solo, while awesome, isn't his best work- his best work was with his bandmates Geddy and Alex, and the amazing music they produced for 40+ years.
Neil late in his career went to one of the all time drum masters and completely broke down his technique so as to incorporate the jazz chops of the great Buddy Rich. This type of dedication to his craft makes him the GOAT 🐐
Neil Peart was known as “The Professor”, and you’ve just been schooled. He was an amazing drummer/percussionist. I had the same reaction as you did when I first listened to him in 1976. And for the record, there is no better performer than Neil. His solos were melodic rhythmic with so many time signatures. Nice jog with your review!
@@feldspar3858 Neil was a very humble man and would never place himself above others, that's up to us. Maybe Buddy was a better drummer but not a better musician and craftsman.
@@feldspar3858 I think it's silly to rank or judge musicians unless you atleast know how play their instrument. The best we can do is to make observations. Here's mine: Neil Peart played solos that I enjoyed more than anyone else I've ever heard, BY FAR! I watched more Buddy Rich solo videos than any other drummer. I think simply because he probably has the most solo videos. He was definitely amazing! I would have loved to see him play Neil's set! Another observation is that Buddy didn't have a whole lotta respect for drummers who didn't use the conventional grip.
Neil gives not only an audio masterpiece, but also a visual show. His solos always bring a tear to my eyes and a pause to my breath. He was the GOAT. Without him, my musical enjoyment has never been the same. R.I.P., GOAT!
I’m a drummer, and I believe Neil is the GOAT of rock drummers because of his arrangements and his mastery of all percussion. If you haven’t yet, check out Rush Xanadu live from exit stage left concert. Not taking away from other great drummers because it’s sometimes like comparing apples to oranges.
The song you mentioned made me an instant Rush fan at age 16 in my high school parking lot in 1981. After seeing them 3 times in concert and now at age 55....still a Rush fan, bordering on obsession.
I agree, I had this concert on old VHS tape (1988?) when VHS was the main. Even then, I thought this concert was when they were at there best. It remains till this day one of there finest RIP Neil
@@kennethtilton6137 Same here. I'm 57, been listening to them since high school and even today, I hear something new every time I listen to their music. It's just amazing to me.
I love it that you go from "If I don't like it, I'm gonna critique it" to 9:50, mouth wide open in amazement, which is how you spent most of the solo. Please allow every Rush fan on earth to introduce you to The Professor.
@@Welcome2TheInternet Understood. But also understand there are many MANY great musicians that get overlooked because someone may not be introduced to that genre...
Neil Peart has been considered the best drummer for over 4 decades at one time. Every rock drummer will tell you that no one... no one can ever touch Neil Peart. Period. Oh and by the way.... He wrote all the lyrics to all their albums. And the last factoid to totally blow your mind. He created a flying machine (First drone) that the government was going to buy back in the 70's.. and he decided to play with RUSH instead.
Do you have a reference for his flying machine? I have never seen that before. It wouldn’t surprise me at all, but I’ve never heard that anywhere else.
Yeah there is zero information on your last "fact" and between going to England and then back to Canada, touring and writing nonstop, there was never a time where he was inventing drones.... it would appear. He sold jewelry while in England to make ends meat while trying to improve and get into a bigger band. Then moved back to Ontario, then friend convinced him to try out for Toronto-based RUSH where he had no money, a beat up pinto and apparently his drums were stored in trash cans according to Geddy. No need to make stuff up bro.
The GOAT? Neil would have said no... One of the most humble big name musicians you could ever meet, and always looked to improve his knowledge both on and off the drumset... RIP Neil!
Ian Paice is very humble to and a pure gentlemen who I have had the pleasure to meet personally, think Bonham was the same as well. Funny that!...Couldn't really say that about Mr Buddy?
Get the CD , BURNING FOR BUDDY, Neil Pearts tribute to Buddy Rich with 17 top rock drummers participating. Neil lived up to his mentor Neil was a K Jazz Drummer in Rock,which is why he was superior to most drummers in his field
Watching and listening to Neil play gives me goosebumps every time! What an incredible artist! You cant do better than this guy. Even Chuck Norris walks away from Neil. Goat 100%
"A drummer uses a metronome. A metronome uses Neil Peart".
YESSSSSSSS
Hell yeah dude! Your comment nailed it well said
Amen!
Best comment ever !
RIP Neil
TOUCHÉ
The Professor will school you every time. RIP Neil Peart.
Amen
All hail!!
Amen to that.
Schools Out Forever!!!!!
None better in my 59 years on earth.
Neal Peart didn’t move the needle when it comes to drumming excellence, he was the needle.
Right. On. The. Mark.
wow, excellent comment
The saying was that most drummers paid attention to the metronome but that the metronome paid attention to Peart. RIP good sir, you were and are an inspiration.
Well said
He wasn’t just a drummer, he was a full percussionist, a true, full musician.
And a lyricist and storyteller
don't forget insane brilliant lyricist
And wrote the lyrics!
every good drummer is a full musician. There are two types of musicians: good and bad. Neil was good.
You should watch the Hall of Fame induction ceremony with the late, Taylor Hawkins and Dave Grohl inducting RUSH finally into the Hall of Fame epic induction
NEVER question the professor.
"IS HE THE GOAT OF DRUMMING!?
*All Rush fans nod to themselves*
I was just nodding when he was asking that question, just as I saw your comment. ha ha ha haaaaa
Of course he is.
He’s awesome but John Bohnam is the best.
I miss him!!!!!!
Laughed when I saw your comment because that's exactly what I was doing. lol!
Neil was referred to as "Your favorite drummer's favorite drummer". He also wrote the lyrics for Rush's songs too, which is overlooked by most.
R.I.P. Neil Peart.
"overlooked by most? Who is "most"? DO you know "most" Rush fans? Actually the Rush fans from the 70's or early 80's that grew up with them had LPs with lyrics and liner notes and we read every word on them. That was a big part of enjoying an album. Maybe your music comes stripped down from a digital source. Neil wrote most of the lyrics but not all - certainly nothing on their first album.
@@blacklight4460 Most people in general, not only Rush fans.
Chill out.
@@blacklight4460 In general though, most of the early Rush fans focus 95% on the music and less on the lyrics - as evidenced by them being very vocal about abandoning the guys throughout most of the 80's and dissing the synth era. If they were to listen to the lyrics equally, they would appreciate lines like "sometimes our big splashes, are just ripples in the pool" or "Spirits fly on dangerous missions
, imaginations on fire" just as much as Alex's solo in La Villa, or Geddy's vocals in 2112.
@@dilligaf6544 You got a problem dude? "Most people in general" have still never heard of them. Rush was panned by mainstream music critics for many years because they didn't "fit the mold". But you knew that, right? Why did it take so long to get Rush into the R&R Hall of Fame?
@Marc Poindexter Right on! Same here - I had heard them here and there but didn't really know who they were until the Trees hit the airwaves in '78. Went out an bought the Hemispheres album and the rest soon after.
Neil rode a motorcycle by himself, following the tour…. So he could enjoy the country and reflect. He wasn’t just the greatest drummer of our time…. He was a scholar…. An author…. Wrote just about all the Rush lyrics…. He was a deep thinker…. A special Human being. The world lost a really special one when he passed. RIP Neil
Nothing to add well said 👏
He was the hope for the peculiar guy trying (and in his case, succeeding) to make it in this world and find a way to fit in. As geniuses often appear, he always had that quirky, high-intellect demeanor. Could he really fit in? The bigger question asked was, Did he make an impact? For me, he did and still does. I still miss him as I loyally play my Rush tunes.
RIP Professor
I miss them
This is why he was voted best drummer three years in a row, in the fourth year he asked people not to vote for him, as he said he became to self conscious of any little mistake he was making, which made his mind scream fake. you don't deserve the right to be number one, a very humble guy to be sure. He certainly made me want to better my drum playing.
"Is he the GOAT of drumming?"
Why yes.... yes he is. No one else comes close. I am privileged that I got to see him live 7 times. 7 best concerts ever.
Neal is one of my favorite drummers.. of which I have at least a dozen.. but.. the goat of all drummers has to be Buddy Rich. the man's been dead 35 years and he's still better than 90% of the drummers out there
@@deanbrandl1987 Well Neil Peart has been dead 2 years and he's better than 100% of the drummers out there.
Yes.....yes, he is!
Carl Palmer
Love Neil, saw him 6 times, but sorry, nobody IMHO can touch Keith Moon. Nobody.
When someone discovers Rush for the first time, a Canadian earns their wings. RIP Neil Peart, you were an amazing drummer.
🤣
I learned to love England because of Monty Python. I learned to love Canada because of Rush. And SCTV.
😆 Well said.
Absolutely without a doubt the world's greatest drama in my eyes and so many others I've seen him play 11 times I was so blessed that I got to see him live up front and close and every single time I went he more than amazed me he is beyond professor for a reason he didn't just set the bar he made the bar and jumped over it God bless him we know he's playing in heaven can't be that good and not go somewhere great you know that soul and that music lived on forever and ever amen
@@fretpound and TPB.
Almost forgot: Don’t feel bad about not knowing who Neil Peart was. I’m sure most Rush fans will agree: Rush has been criminally under appreciated for YEARS. It’s a low down dirty shame that these 3 exceptionally talented musicians had been overlooked by Rock N Roll Hall of Fame for so many years, despite earning 50+ gold, platinum and double platinum records over the past 47 years. They were only inducted (after releasing their last studio album) in 2013, nearly 40 years after the release of their first album.
Peart and Lee get recognition all the time and are consistently ranked as one of the best at their crafts. It's Alex who is criminally underrated.
Sad but true
@@19DrumFreak89 I hear you, but among the folks with whom I frequently socialize, none can name a single member of Rush?! Personally, I easily consider Lifeson to be one of the best guitarists I’ve ever listened to. I have several copies of “Victor” (Lifeson’s solo project from 90’s) where he just cuts loose, something not often heard with Rush? I’d encourage all Rush fans to check out both Victor and Lee’s solo album called “My Favorite Headache” from 2000. These solo albums were recorded during those tragic years when Peart suffered the loss of both his wife and daughter within 6 months. That six year break led to the release of “Vapor Trails”, one of my all-time favorite Rush albums. Despite the release of the Vapor Trails Remix, I still prefer the noisy, clipped original release. “Ceiling Unlimited” is simply sublime.
@@ToeCutter0 yes great recommendations. I was so happy when Rush finally got induced into the Hall of Fame. And the audience was like Finally! When I was in high school Moving Pictures album came out and I was hooked on Rush! The three of them have so much talent it's unbelievable. Forever a Rush fan!
100% RUSH was among the all time greats. Neil Peart was and will always be One of the best in history
I’m a 60 year old who’s been playing drums since I’ve been 13. Neil’s always been my favourite. Whether playing drums on a church worship team or in a rock/pop/country/celtic band I always bring a little “Neil” with me. He was such a humble & gracious gift to the world of music, the arts, drumming, humanity….you name it. Great job being in awe of this solo. RIP Neil.
An interviewer asked Geddy Lee one time if they ever thought of getting a drum machine. His reply? We already have a drum machine. 🤣😂🥁
Never heard that. Geddy was 100% correct! 😃
I heard that interview. A drum machine would just get in the way and doesn't have a mind for instant flexibility especially when you have a drum machine playing already with a mind
Yes!! This guy's jaw is wide open. He's in awe. Great comment!
In another interview, Geddy said that Neil was the best all around musician that he knew. [Those are my words.]
They're all crazy versatile
Neil Peart was the drummer God picked to show ALL other drummers how it is done. He was 'The Professor'. His drumming has been called superhuman. The world became a better place when he was in it.
live album ladies and gentlemen the professor on the drum kit
And this the drum set they give drummers in Heaven, if they are good and practice real hard.
So get going now!!
😇
LOL!
U r soooo rite. RIP NEIL we love and miss u .
Best drummer in the world!
Seeing him do this live 3 different times. And all of them were different. I have never heard 40k+ people get so silent just so they could enjoy every second of his brilliance.
While we went to see the whole band the professor was the real reason
It is a testament to how one man and one band could put down their hated and weapons to come together in silence to hear and watch human perfection! I too am delighted to say I witnessed his aptitude and excellence. Forever and only a Neil Peart fan.
so it should be respect rip prof
I saw them 6 or 7 times. Always the best performance i have ever experienced! RIP Professor!
I had the privilege to see them three times as well and each time was an awesome spectacule to witness and behold...no one comes close to the brilliance.
I was lucky enough to see 24 drum solos by Neil. He was a composer of drums
“I’m gonna have to critique this dude “ . Mouth hanging open for ten minutes 😂
Didn't even know what planet Prof. P left him stranded on 😆
Did anyone count how many bug's flew into this dudes GAPING PIE HOLE . I'm glad he saw this cool solo bcuz he will NEVER forget it.
I'd love to see the live drum solo from the "All The Worlds a Stage"
tour.
Come on, give the guy a break. He’s a self described “drum critic” who doesn’t know a thing about Neil Peart, of course his mouth is going to be hanging open.
You saw that too, huh? I was LMAO!! But his mouth was hanging open with good reason. First time I saw this solo, I did the exact. same. thing.
@@lajosmiklos8863 didnt even get name right lol.........peert not pert...my girlfriend went to HS with him in st catherines
Neil Peart said drumming for Rush was like running a marathon while doing math equations
not when you've played those songs for 40 years
@@PNW_Sportbike_Life He said that he would never get tired of playing Tom Sawyer because it was extremely difficult, and if he played it correctly, he said "it pleases me" to reproduce it exactly as recorded. He also said that they played their songs live without changing them with improvisations, because they were plenty difficult to play just the way they were recorded. There's a video someone made, where the audio is the actual song off the album, and the video portion is of Neal Peart playing it in concert, and they match up exactly. I think the song was YYZ, but not sure.
He did it in a 3 hours show after a day of riding with is motorcycle for hours !
@@stephanechamberland8486 With an hour warming up in the back of the stage before the show. He was a perfectionist.
Every time I would ride I would keep an eye out for Neil Peart, hoping to hit him up about motorcycle travels while pretending not to know he's famous. He didn't like people fawning all over him and found that embarrassing, but liked to talk about motorcycle touring.
@@jaycoy107 that's the whole thing behind Limelight. "I can't pretend the stranger is a long awaited friend." Peart wrote that track as a veiled explanation of his own discomfort regarding his fame
He would’ve never claimed to be the GOAT.
He was as great as he was humble.
RIP Mr. Peart.
Thats how you he was the GOAT!
KNOW
When asked about fame he said "I don't want to be famous, I want to be good."
@@MrMissy1964 and a total jerk with the fans!!!
In an interview he once said on playing Tom Sawyer every night that he wasn't bored playing it night after night. Any night he played it right was a good night.
Neil Peart is GOAT. Simple as that.
Your done, you've seen the pinnacle, nothing comes close to Neil Peart's solos. Where all drummers can be rated on a scale of 1-10, Neil is a 100.
Neil was good... but Billy Cobham was better... th-cam.com/video/MVHdh_bBQxs/w-d-xo.html
CentiMorgans (cM) refers to the length of a chromosome after Thomas Morgan. It’s measured as % so as you said we can start rating drummers on the centiNeil scale from 0 to 100.
Bonzo takes a backseat to no one.
@@EdKoller Except Peart. The difference between the two is their drumming and Bonham was a narcissistic prick while Peart was humble.
Neil Peart isn't just THE KING of drumming, He is THE GOD of drumming!!! No one can rip through a drum kit like him. He was THE TEACHER'S teacher of drumming. And, I am a very grateful disciple of Neil Peart, a drummer, who is now 65 years old, and started drumming when I was 5 years old. Let the beat go on!!!
Rush is hands down one of the best 3 pieces to ever grace this earth. Rip Neil you are a legend.
Agreed
@@firpomaan5544 not! singing sucks! how many hits did they have?
@@campusman1957 Exactly! Like you, I am an ABBA and Village People fan! YMCA! YMACAA,aaa! (campusman1957 is a such tool)
I am sorry! I forgot about Brittany and Katie Perry!
@@campusman1957 Singing isn't what makes a band. You obviously don't know shit about music going by your comment. What other 3 man band can invent music that calibre? crickets
I genuinely laughed out loud when he said “If I don’t like it, I’ll critique it” its Neil Peart, you’re gonna like it
this dude is never going to be the same after seeing "The Professor"
and as soon as he sees the drum kit, whoa whoa whoa, lol
I can't say if he was the best of all time but he definitely holds a spit in the top 10 of all time it's up to the listener to rank them
Yeah that was so ridiculous.
I saw some Buddy Rich videos on here... that guy did more with a 5 piece than anyone else. He was incredibly fast. Watch one you can tell he influenced a million drummers and very possibly Neil Peart.
@@metalmike570 Buddy Rich was a major influence
I always love hearing Stewart Copeland talk about fans coming up to him and saying “Hey, you’re my second favourite drummer”.😊
You just witnessed a Master Class in percussion. There's a reason that after Buddy Rich died, jazz musicians wanted to play a memorial concert and asked Neil Peart to play the drums. RIP Neil (the Professor) Peart.
It looks as though you had no idea what you were getting into, lol.
Your correct to mention Danny. But he was influenced by someone. Neil???
As sophisticated and educated in normal life as he was behind his drum kit. His passing was a huge loss to music.
The world is a darker place without him.
At least he didn’t have to live through 2020. I’m being serious. 2020 was so bad. 🙄🙄Losing Neil was one of the musician industry’s biggest losses, imo. Even though it may not seem like it, Neil was a pivotal part of the music business.
And he wrote most of the lyrics.
Truth
@@jacobolson6885 Well, my 2020 started off with Peart dying, and I thought "well this sucks, at least things cant get worse", then we had a volcano fucking explode 20km away a week later....so naturally everyone bought all the N95 masks to protect their lungs... good job we won't be needing those masks a couple of weeks later... OH WAIT HERE'S COVID.
We have been locked down ever since. this country has longest lockdown in the world, officially.
Yes. He is the GOAT of drumming. I’m so glad you had this reaction. You just witnessed perfection. Neil Peart RIP.
Will truly miss being able to watch him perform live. Watching Neil and Rush live was something else. I used to get tingles up my whole body from the first song until the end of the final encore.
While I don’t deny his greatness in any way, Danny Carey and the Rev deserve consideration
Yessssss
Amen
@@nickrizzo4635 John Bonham is better than all them. But they are all great.
Best drummer of all time.. Neil perfected everything he did and played with heart and precision. No drum critic needed.
Neil Peart was the primary lyricist for Rush. He was an avid motorcyclist. His bus pulled a trailer for his bike. He often rode between gigs, and would only sleep in his bus at night. Very humble and mild spoken man.
Truth.
Songwriter and lyricist
And he wrote lyrics, essays and about a dozen books . He rode between gigs too-even in Africa in the rain with tendonitis.
I liked how he would hang out and read books and chill by himself then.. yawn grab his sticks.. amaze the world.. go back stage and pick up his book again till the limo took him to the hotel.. always thought that was kinda neat.
Neil Peart’s Ghost Rider is one of the best motorcycle books ever written!
I love how this dude doesn’t pause it every 10 seconds to say something. It totally kills the flow and the vibe when people do that.
I think he was too shocked to click his mouse.
No doubt. Shut up and listen!
I've heard a TH-camr can have copyright problems if they don't pause it at least once.
If you are interested in watching this solo without pause, you may do so elsewhere. This video consists a reaction to that drum solo. It is stated very clearly in the title.
You do not interrupt when you meet your god for the first time.
The greatest drummer the world has ever seen, he saw buddy, he saw bonham, he saw baker and he said, “yeah let me play that but in 7/8” the absolute god of the drumming world, RIP the professor, one of the most gifted musicians to ever pick up the sticks
One of the most gifted musicians of any type to ever pick up an instrument.
Bonham and peart are 1 and 1a though you cant really use one as an example as to why one is better than the other
I absolutely agree with this every word! Neil Pert was the greatest this earth has ever known!!
@@tripletcobbable I don't know, I sat two feet from Tony William's stool in a jazz club in Chicago. Never saw anything like his playing before or since.
@@Gregor9043 I’ve never heard of tony Williams. But I’ll look him up. Thanks for the recommendation.
The greatest drummer in history and a poet and philosopher too! It doesn't get any better than Neil Peart!
Easily the GOAT. It’s not even close. “He’s your favorite drummer’s favorite drummer.”
"easily"? Tell that to Buddy Rich, Bill Bruford, Gene Krupa, Mike Portnoy etc. It's not that easy to say
@@MrMaynardWR you’ve been drinking again haven’t you ?
@@robwilliamson9056 Perhaps. What is you point?
@@MrMaynardWR how about goat of Rock n Roll drummers... that's how i would have worded it. I've seen some buddy rich, and he's incredible, too, no doubt
@@alanela6761 He is definitely one of my favorites and I can understand why many might feel, that in their opinion, he is the GOAT of rock drummers but there are so many other amazing rock drummers that I think to make such a definitive statement without saying that it is your opinion is sort of silly. I mean go on a TH-cam video of Keith Moon or John Bonham and you will find a ton of people who will declare that each of them is "easily" the greatest. I really get annoyed in particular with the people who end their proclamations with the word "period" as if it's not up for a debate. You might be able to say that about Simone Biles or Usain Bolt in their respective sports, but about artists it's rarely that clear cut.
"Is he the G.O.A.T. of drumming?"
Yes.
Nah Lars ulrich better🤣🤣🤣
IM JOKING 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Duh
No question, but Omar Hakim come a very close second
I think he said "goal", not goat, but that's cool too.
He wasn't just an unbelievable drummer, he was one of the greatest ever lyricists.
If ur looking for the greatest lyrics of all time, check out Bennie and the Jets. They're provided on u tube ... 😆 ... go check it out.
Amen
Very well said.
And great person as well
I was gonna suggest to this reviewer to read Peart's lyrics. KISS (sucks) toured with Rush long ago. I watched some of "The Decline of Western Civilization Part ?" where Gene Simmons made fun of Rush members because they were reading rather than getting laid and partying. obviously Rush is more technical as musicians than KISS (sucks). guys have followed them around the world for decades. with the same fans in the front rows they watched each other getting older like receding hair lines and some fans gained weight lol. seeing Rush 100 times is not out of the question.
Your expression says it all. Neil was the best. There will never be another like him nor the band Rush.
Neil Peart was not just a drum, he was a world class percussionist.
Exactly
And lyricist.
He also traveled the world and jammed with native people.
Thank you sir...I didn't see your comment, hence I made the same observation in my comment.
@@FURDOG1961 I beg your pardon... 'Splain yourself...
GOAT: “I am the ultimate standard that can be achieved.”
Neil Peart: “Hold my beer.”
More like " hold my Macallan, please don't spill it". 😁🥃🥁
Neil did not like beer.
LOVE IT!
😂😂😂
SO TRUE!
He was more of a aged scotch drinker.
He set the standard for all other percussionist..he even achieved skill beyond just drummer to musician
Let me get this right…this guy is a drummer and a self proclaimed “drum critic” and he never heard of Neil Peart. I don’t care if his preferred music style is R&B or country…if he was unaware of Neil Peart prior to this video…he needs to get out more.
The guy doesn't even know the difference between a clap and a click, what a moron!!!
@@rushaholic it's unheard of to be a drum critic and not know of Neil Peart
@@charlessheridan3865 "Random guy stands with mouth open" would be better title.
I am an automobile critic,,but have never heard of Detroit
@@apachedeathcave7428
Never heard of Detroit? No worries. It’s a sh*thole. It was once a thriving city but has been driven to the brink of complete failure after decades of horrible political leadership.
From when Neil started to play your mouth was open and it didn't close until he stopped playing game set and match to a drum god me thinks R.I.P TO A LEGEND WE MISS YOU NEIL ❤❤❤❤❤
I just posted something very similar. Haha!!!! Awesome.
That's why they called him "The Professor" He was one of a kind. No one like him!
They didn't call him the professor for his drumming skills they called him that because of his intelligence .very well read and articulate a geniuos
Geddy and Alex gave him the nickname “The Professor” due to his love of reading while on tour. His nose was constantly stuck in a book. He was quite content to sit on the tour bus and read while the other guys met with fans, his lyrics in Limelight allude to that, “I can’t pretend a stranger is a long awaited friend”.
For his drumming skills he was called, “The Master”. He grew up in the city I live in and I go to Lakeside Park a lot, it reminds me of their music and Neil’s impact.
It's neither. Neil wrote on his website (Neil Peart.net) he got the name nickname because he reminded Ged & Alex of the character The Professor on the TV Show Gilligan's Island.
Amen
@@derekbacharach you are correct sir!
I do find it funny when reactors especially musicians are like "I'm going to critique this band Rush I've never heard of!" lol no you aren't
Yeah, more like my jaw is about to drop in pure awe and amazement.
Facts
Right? Like when he said "if I don't like it I'm gonna be honest," I laughed out loud and said "biiiiiitch pleeeeeeease"
You're not gonna 'critique' anything, Sparky. You're gonna listen in gobsmacked awe just like the rest of us. You should probably learn to accept that before you disappoint yourself. 😁😆
Too true. Just go back to bed. Ruuuuush?? Who?? Get ta fuck.
He wasn't called "The Professor" for nothing, the greatest. RIP Neil Peart.
paradiddle , fast paradidle, faster paradiddle............no funk, no soul
*Buddy Rich was the greatest. But Neil Peart was very close to the crown.*
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Miss him dearly!
Neil Peart is the GOAT. I have seen him play drum solos live from the late 1970s until the end of Rush, and he delivered the goods every time. RIP Neil, I and countless others miss you and continue to offer gratitude for the music you made.
I love your comment except for one thing I want to me push back on.
I’m your 1st viewer and commenter. Neil Peart is one of the best drummers that ever lived. Unfortunately he has since passed away. I love your reaction videos!
One of the best? Who is better?
@@infopackrat Buddy Rich was a great drummer also. Different music so hard to say one was better than the other. I love to listen to and appreciate both of them.
@@bobr5274 yes, great drummer, but not better than him
Best reaction I've ever seen to the marvel that was Neil Peart, seven minutes frozen with mouth wide open. 🤘
hes a moron. if you like drumming you know neil pert
Yes!!!! Genuine!!!
I expected exactly what he did, mouth agape, no words needed. 😂 RIP Professor ❤
YES, he is the GOAT percussionist.
Your jaw on the floor throughout the entire performance says it all.
I only rediscovered Rush recently, since first short exposure in the early '80s. This is the first time I have watched this iconic Peart solo, since for me most drum solos are so-so. I'm a Black Page fan. I didn't want to risk watching something by Peart that was so-so.
I liked it.
My heart broke the day he died. To know I will never be at a Rush concert ever again for the rest of my life is a feeling I can't describe. How lucky was I to grow up with this. This first album I ever bought when I was a little kid was Moving Pictures. YYZ is still my favorite song. R.I.P. Professor.
Moving Pictures was my first album too!
I missed one of their concerts when I was about 15 and I've kicked myself in the ass, over that ever since. And it was a real heart breaker when, I found out he passed away. I'm a young guy compared to most rush fans, but they are in my top 5 favorite bands of all time still.
It broke my heart too. I didn't even know he was ill. I don't think anyone did. Brain cancer is one hell of a nasty way to go. He didn't deserve it. And at my grand old age of 22, I am beyond upset I never got to see Rush/Neil live in person. They've been added to the ever growing list of bands I'll never experience.
Rock In Peace Neil Peart 🤘🥁
With you there friend, albeit i was there a bit earlier than thee. Lucky to have seen RUSH 7 times since 1981, watched Neils solos grow, they were the soundtrack to my life.
My first album purchase too. Moving Pictures on eight track. Jammed that till the tape broke.
That was about nine minutes of open jaw amazement. I absolutely love seeing people watching Neil doing what he did best for the first time
I got chills watching his reaction.
Had been a fan forever but never go to see them live until around 2004(I think?) in Portland OR. The entire concert was amazing but the drum solo was jaw dropping. I swear he had 6 arms to do that.
I believe he is the greatest drummer and at this time he was 60 years old, He was a wonderful man too. RIP Neil
Actually he had just turned 52. He was born 9/12/1952 and this was recorded 9/24/2004 in Frankfort, Germany. 🤷🏻♂️🤘
The Howard stern argument on the greatest Trevor it’s really good
Actually the date is may, 29 2011 he was just four months short of 60
Ok he was 58😁
@@dominiclebreux2606 This was performed & recorded in Germany in 2004. Neil was 52 years old.
The look of absolute bewilderment on Romes face the entire time is priceless. RIP Mr Pert. You are a legend among legends.
The band Neil played in was called Rush. He came from a time when EVERY instrument in a band was considered important and not just a backup for the vocalist. That attitude REQUIRED each instrumentalist to be as good as they could be. Neil was the personification of that attitude
It's amazing that Rush had only three members!
I know Geddy Lee played Bass and keys and lead singer.
I Think Neal Peart May Be THE GREATEST DRUMMER EVER!!!!!
@@sirjorahmormont3448 They were all multi-instrumentalists.
@@johnwhisman1323 Agreed, up there with Bonham.
@@johnwhisman1323 every member of rush is among the very best of all time in their main insturments. there is just no way they could have done what they did, lead the world in progressive rock for 45 years, without all being able to challenge each other to be among the very best of all time.
i play bass, and Geddy is my hero, but Neil is easily in the top 2-3 drummers of all time, while Geddy has a few more challengers, Les Claypool among them. but you cant discount Alex. there are a lot of very talented Guitarists out there, but Alex really should be counted among the top 10-20 of all time. Rush simply could not have worked without it.
The expression on your face is priceless! There has never been a drummer like Neil Peart (pronounced Peert). He was not in a league of his own - he was in a UNIVERSE of his own!
Watching video reactions like his, and the expression on his face, makes me feel like I'm watching it for the first time. I agree, it is awesome to see folks like this gent just asked by what Neal Peart could do.
The expression on his face is an act. "Look at me being amazed"! Really? Pretty sad when people can't judge for themselves. Again, what talent do you claim to have? Oh, right, Copy videos, and take credit for other peoples hard work.
I've seen this many times and still make that face 😄🔥
"Is he the greatest of all time when it comes to drumming?"
Yes. Yes he is.
No
@@robertchambers369 yes. Not even a debate, kid
@@PlyrMava. well no one is the best ever really, is he the best rock drummer ever? Easily the best or the second best. But the best drummer ever would be able to Accel in most genres and as much as I love him and as good as he as at rock drumming he's just not that
NO!!!
IT MEANS MEANS, CLOSED MINDED AND IGNORANT.
THAT neil peart guy TREATED THE FANS AS DIRT. NEVER WANTED AND NEVER TOOK THE TIME FOR THEM. I HAD THAT EXPERIENCE. THAT BACKUP MY COMMENTS.
Let me give you a couple of names,
DAVE WECKL
Considered TOP DRUMMER IN JAZZ, FUSION.
He has an amazing sensibility, when he plays hard and aggressive he can make jump out of your seat.
HE IS INCREDIBLE NICE WITH THE FANS. I'VE SEEN HIM TWICE.
HERE IS A LITTLE STORY, HE WAS ON TOUR AND ABOUT 2 MONTHS BEFORE I EMAILED HIM ASKING IF I BRING A DRUMHEAD HE COULD SIGN IT FOR MY DAD. DIDN'T ANSWER. CONCERT DAY HE DECIDED TO DO A DRUM CLEANIC. I STARTED TO APPROACHED HIM AND I ASKED HIM IF HE COULD SIGNED AND HE DIDN'T LET ME FINISH AND TOLD ME, "YOU ARE THE GUY WHO WANTS ME TO SIGN AND DRUMHEAD FOR YOU DAD. AFTER THE CONCERT I WILL SIGN IT AND TALKED TO YOU" CONCERT ENDED CAME OUT THE STAGE GRAB A BEER, AND HE ASKED ME,
"SO THE DRUMHEAD IS FOR YOUR DAD?" I SAID, YES!!! HE IS THE ONE THAT INTRODUCE ME IN YOUR MUSIC" AFTER THAT I ASKED HIM IF I COULD HAVE A PICTURE TAKEN WITH ME AND HE WAS SO COOL. NEXT TIME IF SEE YOU I HOPE YOU CAN SIGN IT AND A DRUMHEAD FOR ME" HE TOLD ME, "ABSOLUTELY"
ANOTHER TOUR CAME UP AND HE PLAY IN MY CITY. I GOT TO THE VENUE EARLIER AND HE SAW ME AND CAME TO ME AND TOLD ME IN A VERY COOL WAY "HOW ARE YOU DOING!!? AND HE TOLD ME AFTER THE CONCERT I'LL SEAT AND TALK TO YOU, BUT NOW LET ME TAKE YOU INSIDE THE VENUE AND WATCH THE SOUND CHECK" CONCERT ENDED AND CAME TO ME AND ASKED ME "DID YOUR DAD LIKE THE DRUMHEAD? FROM MY LITTLE BAG I PULLED A PICTURE OF MY DAD WITH THE DRUMHEAD IN ONE HAND A LITTLE SHEET OF PAPER SAYING "THANK YOU FOR THE WONDERFUL AUTOBIOGRAPH!! HE WAS STUNT.... THEN HE SAID, DO YOU HAVE THE PICTURE OF US?
I PULLED IT OUT SIGNED IT AND TOLD ME "WHATEVER YOU HAVE I'LL SIGN THEM" AT THAT POINT HE HAD PROBABLY ABOUT 7 ALBUMS"
You will never going to read or hear from a fan a nice story about that guy. NEVER!!!!!
This is
This one is AKIRA JIMBO. Japanese. Band CASIOPEA. HE HAS THE MOST INCREDIBLE INDEPENDENCE THAT NOBODY HAVE BEING ABLE TO DO WHAT HE DOES.
No. Danny Carey.
We all were impressed. What impressed me most was that neil was a composition drummer. He conceived, wrote down and reliably exactly replayed his drum comps. Who did he take lessons from. Alotta ppl but one of his last teachers was Buddy Guy and he taught a few too.
If I may, I recommend his book, Ghost Rider. He was a real, whole person. It’s possible his drumming wasn’t even the most exceptional thing about Neil Pert. We’ll be awhile seeing his kind again.
Spelled his name wrong, and probably pronounce it wrong, too.
@@TheMonsterRain quick to being a dick? How very UN Peart-like. He may have just had a typo. As YOU did, with breaking tense with the misspelling of pronounceD, and the superfluous comma. Ok, go to edit, we'll wait.
right on Kyle; GR was an excellent book and shows the depth of the man. No rock poser, he.
He wrote all the lyrics man, if you've an ounce of intellect read the man's lyrics. Lakeside park, tom Sawyer, ghost of a chance, roll the bones, new world man, the fountain of lamneth, the temples of spyrinx, tears, lessons, I could go on for days. As awesome as his drumming is, the man was well read, poetic, socially conscious, and in general a deep person with compassion for the world he lived in. That's his real legacy. He married one woman, stayed with her until her death. Was not a drunk or druggy like so many rock and roll musicians of that era. And you seriously belittle and insult him calling it "drumming" the man was a percussionist. Perfectionist. In later interviews he mentioned he hated playing tom Sawyer live for the fans because even for him it was so hard to do it right every time, and he felt he cheated his fans if it wasn't perfect every time. That gentleman is the mark of a professional percussionist that loved the craft more than his ego.
Great book!
my mans mouth hasn’t closed for 14 minutes straight
Right? That's what most do the 1st time they see this
🤣
I believe that was only half the drum set Peart had at his house.
😂😂😂
I’m glad I’m not the only one who noticed that!!! 😂😂😂
I know this is a year old but yes, Neal was the GOAT of drumming. I really hate that acronym being thrown around so much but it truly fits Neal Peart. Man was a genius.
My 6th grader is a solid drummer for his age; when he started drumming with a full kit (two years ago) the first thing I did was tell him about Rush and the legend; Neil Pert.
No it doesn’t. Not even close. Most overrated drummer of all time
No.
Was he was one of the greats of his generation? Definitely.
GOAT?
Definitely not.
Neil would say he wasn’t, I would say he was. But more importantly he was one of the greatest people to ever live. He truly lived a complete life, after having suffered complete heartbreak.
@@davebowden4010 definition of Goat has been reversed by millennials in social media
The master has passed on, but there has never been or never will be another master like this again. Even Yoda bowed in his presence. RIP Neil.
Every great percussionist will tell you there's no one better than Neil RIP😥
lmao "percussionist".
Niel was definitely the greatest. He lived a moment of great depression himself after the loss of his wife and daughter at the same time and had to get away from the band for a while but eventually got back into playing and still killed it. May he RIP and fly high with his wife and daughter.
Bonham is the greatest rock drummer all time
@coldfarted what's funny except your lack of knowledge of the subject
@@RobertMJohnson as a drummer of over 35 years and a huge Bonham/Zeppelin fan and student, I have to disagree with you. I did once hold that view though. Bonham was at one time the greatest rock drummer and in some ways still is but only in his style. Bonham didn't have the technical expertise or ability of some of today's best rock drummers. What Bonham did have that most don't is a particular style of feel. Thats what hooks people into his playing and so few can duplicate. The title greatest of all time is too subjective to be put on any one drummer. They're all the greatest in their own ways. I'm sure Neil included Bonham as an influence. And if Bonham had lived long enough he would have considered Neil an influence too.
He rode 50,000km on his motorcycle. Amazing. I hope it helped him at that time.
Not only Killed it.. .went back to school and developed entirely new skill sets and techniques. To have the resolve and strength to move from the nadir of ones life to then start over almost literals, and then reach his own personal skill and performance zenith once again is truly remarkable, and noteworthy on a purely personal level.
What’s the level *above* “Greatest Drummer of All Time?” Oh yeah: Neil Peart. This is amazing and if you ever got a chance to hear it live in person…unforgettable.
yep
How you going to do that? RIP Neil Peart! THE GOAT
@@sherilynn2448 IF there's an afterlife and I end up there and he brought his drums then yeah I guess
Saw Rush live in Nashville in 1984. Unbelievable. Only concert I ever saw that was better was Roger Waters 'The Wall.'
1982 in Denver
I’m so lucky to have seen this performance from the 10th row !!!
I forget where I heard this, but I quote it often. If a musician wants to keep perfect timing, they will follow a metronome. If a metronome wants to keep perfect timing, it follows Neil Peart. Seen him and Rush several times, and it's always been my favorite concert. RIP Professor 😪
To answer your question…YES, he’s the GOAT, he’s your favourite drummer's drummer, he's IT!
I’m a Toronto girl, I was at the Horseshoe Tavern (way under age) when RUSH introduced their new drummer in 1974. I got to see them gig small then big filling Maple Leaf Gardens. The highlight was always Neil Peart epic solos, once started the crowd in an arena would literally hush just to drink it all in. I love Geddy and Leifson but Peart is the reason such huge sound came out of a three piece band, Peart also was the lyricist.
So glad you’ve found him, RIP Neil!
Edited for spelling.
Wow! I can't imagine! Great story! That is amazing! Thanx for sharing that!
No he is not
Wow that's a cool story. I am a life long fan, but I didn't discover them until probably the early 80s in Jr High.
Neal Peart is the master. Buddy Rich was great for his time. But buddy would even be in awe. RIP Neal from one niagara resident to another.
@@cs7824 Neil.
Neil Peart still lives in the Hands, Feet and Hearts of all Drummers.. especially in those who love and respect him.
ABSOFUCKINGLUTELY! Long live the king.
Well said brother! Peace and Love from Atlanta
@@stanleyyelnats1313 Thank you Stanley! Truth my Brother 🙌 If you get a chance feel free to check out our Channel.. mostly Fishing but a little drums here and there 💪God bless!
Never thought about this. As a drummer this really made my day. Every time I saw Rush they just kept getting better. Long live Neil Peart.
@@stephenlake341 Amen buddy! 💪
There is only one - humble true to craft and brilliant / the world misses him dearly
"Ladies and gentlemen, the Professor on the drum kit." - Geddy Lee [All the World's a Stage]
The solo on All the world's a stage is awesome
One of the best live albums EVER! (And I am including "The Song Remains The Same"!)
Love Geddys voice when he was young. And it didn't get worse when he got older, maybe even better? Great fucking singer either way
@@philgallagher1 No doubt man!
Neal Peart is the GOAT of drumming. I have seen him several times in the 80s and 90s. His kit, his patterns, his thought process is all next level shit. His immensity cannot be touched.
Carl Palmer is thrice the percussionist Peart is
@@johnnybarracho and Carl Palmer did it first.
Neil pert had his drum kit set up like Carl Palmer in the 70s
@@drmidnight2419 CArl Palmer was in and Emerson, Lake and Palmer and then Asia. Great career too.
Meh. He was a great drummer. But I'd hardly say he was anywhere near Neil's calibre. Solid. But Neil totally outshines him. Which is why we talk endlessly of Peart but we don't seem to talk much about Palmer.
@@robtymec2045 Rush and Neil's music are crap.
All Rush music sucks, that's why Joan Jett pissed on Alex Lifson's guitar.
Not to mention his age at the time of this solo and during a 3 hour show. That’s even more impressive.
And don't forget that he did that every night of that tour.
And 20 min warmup before each show
@@cooknthyme standard for most musicians,in fact most warm up for longer then 20 minutes
Let’s all remember that, by this time, the great Neil Peart was already battling cancer
@@Chris.Minarich.LongIsland and who knew? I wish they would have told everyone. They said that Neil didn't want anyone to know because he didn't want anyone to worry about him or feel sorry for him. What a wonderful person he was.
Neil is the Best in my opinion. Not to mention his song writing skills. RIP Neil.
Neil never stopped learning, he sat with people learned their styles perfected his technique. For those of us have listened for 40 years or 5 years you appreciate the sound of these 3 guys. To appreciate the ability of other styles is the best thing any of us can do.
Fact! I love Rush.
@fartpoobox ohyeah Imagine talking this much crap….Please go educate yourself son 😂
@fartpoobox ohyeah Enough with the posturing you two. However, your statements are not well supported. Rush was not an in-pocket type of band. It's more a metal version of lord of the dance. NP never got to chase the band, threatening to run them over like a steam roller, like Bonham. Or explore strange new rhythms that threaten the meaning of the word rhythm, like Bruford. But NP has a right to emulate his heroes (Buddy Rich) night after night and avoid his villains in his solos. Are you really surprised that he took no great influence from Charlie Watts? But there is really very few bands that are less blusey, less jazzy than Rush. And to conclude that NP is not a good drummer on the basis of that sample seems myopic. It also suggets that you don't value the opinions of significant numbers of the greatest drummers in my lifetime who say he was an influence or inspiration , and yes partly due the endless learning. They know its a show, some kiddy pleaser splashes and razzle dazzle but I never heard them say he was anything less than masterful, and I have to believe them. Have you heard NP's when the Levee Breaks or Dyer Makr. Most people haven't but it's not (wasn't! s**t) Lord of the Dance all the time.
Awesome....2112 got me through alot of chit.....thx Dr.Neil and staff
Yes, the Goat of Drumming, the Professor... that’s Neil Peart.
What I love best about Neil….
Even when he was at “the top of his game”, he was humble enough to think “I still need to get better”….AND THEN WENT AND GOT DRUMMING LESSONS!!!
And according to Neil, it helped him. If that doesn’t bust one’s ego….I DON’T KNOW WHAT WOULD!!!
Sort of similar to Ian Anderson taking flute classes after his daughter started playing the flute.
I loved his quote: I wasn't that talented....I was relentless" Speaks directly to the man. What a gift to us but such a loss as well.
A true master never stops learning more about their craft.
@@429supercj he once said "What is a master but a master student? And if that's true, then there's a responsibility on you to keep getting better and to explore avenues of your profession".
The late great Randy Roads had the same work ethic and determination.
While on tour, he would look up a guitar teacher in the phone book and go take a
“Lesson”, with the idea of “there’s always something to learn”.
I had the pleasure of growing up with Rush, listening to Subdivisions while I delivered my newspapers riding my bike. I was in love with early rush, and it only got better from there throughout my life. Neil was the best drummer ever.
Yes. He is the GOAT. Easily.
He is very special. His soul, is music. Even though his physical body is gone, his soul lives on.
DRUMS*
Great?…absolutely….complicated and insightful?…definitely….
A huge influence on music and the modern rock drummer?..with out a doubt!
But the GOAT?….nope….so many more or less successful talents out there that can match his skills behind the kit…..there is only one Rock and Roll drummer GOAT…and it’s John Henry Bonham…
@@truemanmontfort8031 Actually Buddy Rich is the GOAT.
Neal did a tribute to him at the end of his solo.
@@truemanmontfort8031 I think part of what makes the goat is their influence in music in general because obviously a lot of guys can play like Bonham and Neil. That being said, in my humble opinion Neil surpassed Bonham.
@Quam He is also part of the greatest 3 piece band there has ever been, and will ever be. That is a fact.
He is known as The Professor for a reason. RIP Neil Pert. Canada and the world miss you
Uh that's Peart. Pronounced P-ear-t.
I’ve seen him 14 times live since ‘77, no one will ever be as good, RIP Neil
... Or as close.. 🇸🇬
That’s something to be totally proud of. I’ve never seen them live. I just listened to Rush since I was 4 because my brother adored Rush! Lol Neil is a King.
Made about the same amount of concerts to Rush also. I cherish all of them!
Amen! Bonzo was just as great but on a completely different side of the podium
You lucky bastard !!!!
NEIL PEART RULES. I remember buying the earliest RUSH LPs, and instantly I was hooked. And then when 2112 came out, every drummer in the world felt the same way every guitarist felt when they first heard EddieVanHalen. RIP NEIL and EDDIE
To see him perform his solo live is seriously an out-of-body experience
I had the privilege 😎👍🤘🤙
I also saw this amazing man in my life 7 times. He was my hero, still is. May his heart and soul rest peacefully. And the cow bell part on this solo was my favorite. Love Rush!
I could not agree more.
I saw his solo on the R40 tour, and very glad I shelled out the money to see them. Hell of a 3 hour show.
Agree-to see the three of them live was truly an epic experience
Neil Peart (pronounced pEErt) was nicknamed the “professor” since he made a series of instructional videos for drummers. His career spanned from the late 1960’s to 2018. That’s roughly 50 years! During that time he spent countless hours perfecting his art, and worked with/mentored under numerous drumming greats. The solo you just saw (and his set) is the culmination of years, and years of study. Neil said he was always trying to improve, and perfect his solos. Is he the greatest drummer of all time? That’s pretty subjective. I would say that their are other solos by other artists out there that are comparable to Neil’s, but they’re different in style, feel, and sound. I’m sure if Neil were alive today he would say that his playing is a recipe inspired by generations of drummers. Personally, I think he IS the greatest drummer of his time, and will be remembered as a legend for generations to come. I’m glad you had the opportunity to be exposed to his art. Thank you for the video. Stay safe.
Small correction, Neil had been called the professor since long before those instructional videos. On the All the World's a Stage live album, Geddy even introduces Neil as the Professor when he starts his drum solo. He also retired in 2015 when they finished their last tour. You can never have too much Neil!
He also taught courses in modern poetry at the University of Toronto, I believe. I think this was in the mid 80’s or 90’s.
@@tzmcneill By all of the lyrics he wrote, definitely sounds right up his alley.
From what I've heard, Neil recognized the greats that he learned from, that he stood on the shoulders of giants. This particular solo give homage to the jazz drummers like Buddy Rich. This solo, while awesome, isn't his best work- his best work was with his bandmates Geddy and Alex, and the amazing music they produced for 40+ years.
I heard the professor was kind of an insult
Neil late in his career went to one of the all time drum masters and completely broke down his technique so as to incorporate the jazz chops of the great Buddy Rich. This type of dedication to his craft makes him the GOAT 🐐
Neil Peart revolutionary drums there is no one who can match him
Greatest rock drummer that ever lived. Yes, he’s the GOAT.
Yes.
Yes, Yes he is!!!!!
Amen!
Absofuckinglutely.
1000% agree
Neil Peart was known as “The Professor”, and you’ve just been schooled. He was an amazing drummer/percussionist. I had the same reaction as you did when I first listened to him in 1976. And for the record, there is no better performer than Neil. His solos were melodic rhythmic with so many time signatures. Nice jog with your review!
Buddy Rich was as good, if not slightly better than the Prof. Even Neil said Buddy was the best.
@@feldspar3858 yep
@@feldspar3858 Neil was a very humble man and would never place himself above others, that's up to us. Maybe Buddy was a better drummer but not a better musician and craftsman.
@@patwest1815 - Pretty ignorant comment Pat. Do research.
@@feldspar3858
I think it's silly to rank or judge musicians unless you atleast know how play their instrument. The best we can do is to make observations. Here's mine:
Neil Peart played solos that I enjoyed more than anyone else I've ever heard, BY FAR!
I watched more Buddy Rich solo videos than any other drummer. I think simply because he probably has the most solo videos. He was definitely amazing! I would have loved to see him play Neil's set!
Another observation is that Buddy didn't have a whole lotta respect for drummers who didn't use the conventional grip.
Greatest Rock &Roll drummer ever.
Neil was the best to ever play.
Neil gives not only an audio masterpiece, but also a visual show. His solos always bring a tear to my eyes and a pause to my breath. He was the GOAT. Without him, my musical enjoyment has never been the same. R.I.P., GOAT!
he never smiled looks like something plugged into the wall
Not 'was'... 'IS"
@@andybroer651 I stand corrected, sir!
@@bigworm1363 🙂
I’m a drummer, and I believe Neil is the GOAT of rock drummers because of his arrangements and his mastery of all percussion. If you haven’t yet, check out Rush Xanadu live from exit stage left concert. Not taking away from other great drummers because it’s sometimes like comparing apples to oranges.
The song you mentioned made me an instant Rush fan at age 16 in my high school parking lot in 1981. After seeing them 3 times in concert and now at age 55....still a Rush fan, bordering on obsession.
YES. I saw Rush twice in the 80's. Cherished experience, memories I'll never forget.
I agree, I had this concert on old VHS tape (1988?) when VHS was the main. Even then, I thought this concert was when they were at there best. It remains till this day one of there finest RIP Neil
@@kennethtilton6137 Same here. I'm 57, been listening to them since high school and even today, I hear something new every time I listen to their music. It's just amazing to me.
Yes! Xanadu from Exit Stage is fantastic!
I love it that you go from "If I don't like it, I'm gonna critique it" to 9:50, mouth wide open in amazement, which is how you spent most of the solo. Please allow every Rush fan on earth to introduce you to The Professor.
still blown away that anyone can call themselves a drum critic and not be aware of the existence of Neil Peart.
You got that right.
@@Welcome2TheInternet Understood. But also understand there are many MANY great musicians that get overlooked because someone may not be introduced to that genre...
YES!!!!
@@Welcome2TheInternet that's what I'm saying. He reviewed Danny Carey too. Wtf.. you got no business bro🤣🤣
Nail Pert is the height of excellence beyond extraordinary a virtuoso genius brilliant drummer of all time
And I’m glad you got to experience him
You just watched the tops when it came to rock drummers. R.I.P NEIL. WE MISS YOU.
This drummer just wanted to say,
"Your reaction to The Professor - priceless!"
So many more great drum solos out there.
I kinda chuckled when you mentioned critique. There was only one 'professor on the drum kit'. RIP Neil.
Very few, and only elite drummers probably, could even think of the word critique while Peart played. Fewer still could actually attempt it
Very few, and only elite drummers probably, could even think of the word critique while Peart played. Fewer still could actually attempt it
This is your first real lesson in drums . You will never forget what the professor does
Neil Peart has been considered the best drummer for over 4 decades at one time. Every rock drummer will tell you that no one... no one can ever touch Neil Peart. Period. Oh and by the way.... He wrote all the lyrics to all their albums. And the last factoid to totally blow your mind. He created a flying machine (First drone) that the government was going to buy back in the 70's.. and he decided to play with RUSH instead.
Do you have a reference for his flying machine? I have never seen that before. It wouldn’t surprise me at all, but I’ve never heard that anywhere else.
Yeah there is zero information on your last "fact" and between going to England and then back to Canada, touring and writing nonstop, there was never a time where he was inventing drones.... it would appear. He sold jewelry while in England to make ends meat while trying to improve and get into a bigger band. Then moved back to Ontario, then friend convinced him to try out for Toronto-based RUSH where he had no money, a beat up pinto and apparently his drums were stored in trash cans according to Geddy. No need to make stuff up bro.
He did not write all the lyrics.
he did not write all their lyrics, wasnt even on their first album
Man, if you love this you should see Neil break a stick live and not miss a single beat.
He really was a gift to the world.
The GOAT? Neil would have said no... One of the most humble big name musicians you could ever meet, and always looked to improve his knowledge both on and off the drumset... RIP Neil!
Ian Paice is very humble to and a pure gentlemen who I have had the pleasure to meet personally, think Bonham was the same as well.
Funny that!...Couldn't really say that about Mr Buddy?
A total perfectionist,just totally mind blowing talent,all in all a truly balanced band that I jam to every day.
Get the CD , BURNING FOR BUDDY, Neil Pearts tribute to Buddy Rich with 17 top rock drummers participating. Neil lived up to his mentor
Neil was a K
Jazz Drummer in Rock,which is why he was superior to most drummers in his field
@@MGB618 Yes, Buddy would tell you he was the best. Not humble, however, he could prove it.
@@TC-ks4uj Not really. Buddy is arguably the most influential but definitely not the best technically, I guess
Watching and listening to Neil play gives me goosebumps every time! What an incredible artist! You cant do better than this guy. Even Chuck Norris walks away from Neil. Goat 100%