College Students' FIRST TIME Hearing - The Trees | Rush Reaction

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  • @andyandalex
    @andyandalex  5 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    (Watch the last 15 seconds of the video for a special message from Alex)
    Hope you guys enjoyed the change up! It was a lot of fun to have Berryl on! Perhaps we’ll do stuff like this more often if you guys enjoyed it, we thought about having Alex’s younger brother (11 years old I think) on for a video sometime, let us know what you think! The Trees was a great song! Cheers guys! 🔥😁

    • @britneyshearer5935
      @britneyshearer5935 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yes, I wanna hear your brother's opinion on things!
      Also, hi Berryl (sorry for butchering your name, dude!)

    • @andyandalex
      @andyandalex  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Britney Shearer
      That’s actually how you spell it I think!

    • @britneyshearer5935
      @britneyshearer5935 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@andyandalex no fucking way! Ok, I don't even spell my own name right.

    • @manualboyca
      @manualboyca 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’ve loved Rush since I was ten. This is not my favorite song, because the lyrics kill it for me.
      React to Spirit of Radio!

    • @lisaw5604
      @lisaw5604 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fair & honest reaction. Hello Berryl! Nice to finally see you. Alex... I felt bad for you at end, saying "I love you..." You were not forgotten! :) Cool experiment & yes to brother. I grew up with Rush and I can only listen occasionally. Good though! Peace :)

  • @m.gideonhoyle409
    @m.gideonhoyle409 5 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    I consider Alex Lifeson to be one of the most versatile, singular guitarists in rock history. From the fattest power chords to the lushest arpeggios, he can do it all. He even ventures into atonal, avant garde territory that you normally don't associate with rock at all. My personal favorite, without a doubt.

    • @m.gideonhoyle409
      @m.gideonhoyle409 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Absolutely... I especially love his chorus sound. Just sublime.

    • @TheSnowdogsShorts
      @TheSnowdogsShorts 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      To be able to play leas and rhythm at the same time is an incredible talent.

    • @ashwar3639
      @ashwar3639 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He is the most versatile, interesting guitarist ever in rock. His body of work encompasses more styles and impressive work than any other. The GOAT!

    • @johnkear2268
      @johnkear2268 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Agree, it's funny ina way though that though I've been a Rush fan since the early 80s, it's only the last 10 years I've appreciated their musicianship

    • @williamdread391
      @williamdread391 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am with you 100percent. Been playing 40 years now and he is still my go to. The man is just amazing.

  • @firestorm755
    @firestorm755 5 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    A classic rush track. Who else could make a song about the trees and make it sound awesome!!

    • @gritter2112
      @gritter2112 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Yes but the song is really about people and class wars using trees as a metaphor.

    • @blackfender100
      @blackfender100 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      with you all the way Phil

    • @firestorm755
      @firestorm755 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@gritter2112 yeah I think I figured that out about 20 years ago!!

    • @Tedinator01
      @Tedinator01 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glenn Ritter no, it’s about trees.

    • @StrayCatBlues1953
      @StrayCatBlues1953 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's actually about Canada being in the shadow of Great Britain and emerging as a country in it's own right (Canadian Maples, British Oaks).

  • @independenceltd.
    @independenceltd. 5 ปีที่แล้ว +212

    A guy wearing an Avenge Sevenfold hoodie talking about the simplicity of Rush's lyrics? Did I accidentally end up on a comedy channel?

    • @alexfromandyandalex8032
      @alexfromandyandalex8032 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      The Donald it actually wasn’t his hoodie he was just cold lol

    • @AudiophileTubes
      @AudiophileTubes 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That was funny!

    • @joanlynch5271
      @joanlynch5271 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think that he probably means clarity!

    • @patrickmontoya5375
      @patrickmontoya5375 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Right? Simplicity of Rush's lyrics?
      Ugh...

    • @bethabrand
      @bethabrand 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Agree- if he’s giving it a seven he has to put up a video of himself playing it

  • @JamesSavik
    @JamesSavik 5 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Now there's no more oak oppression
    For they passed a noble law
    And the trees are all kept equal
    **By hatchet, axe, and saw**
    Be careful when you demand equality. Sometimes everyone gets the chop.

    • @David35687
      @David35687 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Agreed. Equality of opportunity and equality of outcome are two different things.

    • @dizastro5437
      @dizastro5437 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nailed it here. Wanna be a big tree? Work hard on education, and then work.

    • @dizastro5437
      @dizastro5437 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Or skip education, and learn while working hard. Either way will earn bucks.

    • @juaneato
      @juaneato 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They wanted EQUITY, not equality! Socialism SUCKS!!

  • @GoldTop57
    @GoldTop57 5 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    I think Hemispheres is their best album instrumentally. They were in a zone

    • @patrickmontoya5375
      @patrickmontoya5375 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Admitted by Rush themselves...this was the most over the top, self absorbed, indulgent effort in their career!

    • @delphi-moochymaker62
      @delphi-moochymaker62 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      2112....much more experimental...relying on the instruments as characters.

    • @ghsf1234
      @ghsf1234 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@delphi-moochymaker62 2112 is just mental. Almost too good

    • @johng5710
      @johng5710 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wish there were like four more songs on the album

  • @jonstoddard7570
    @jonstoddard7570 5 ปีที่แล้ว +160

    Political or not, the last line of the song is the point. People create equality by reducing some rather than adding to or building up others.

    • @domingoreyes9801
      @domingoreyes9801 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Good point about the last line

    • @cl8onj388
      @cl8onj388 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Well said. Instead of trying to elevate those at the bottom, our society wants to punish those at the top to bring them down to the level of mediocrity, which is where they think everyone should reside. Great song ,too.

    • @KawaTony1964
      @KawaTony1964 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I think it's a little deeper than that. The Oaks aren't all good. They won't share the light and force the Maples to form a union to get light. If the Oaks were a bit less greedy and a bit less arrogant, perhaps all the trees could be happy.

    • @jonstoddard7570
      @jonstoddard7570 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      This song was used as a study by a college (in Florida I think) for just this purpose. It sparks good discussion and there are lots of perspectives, rich vs poor, American vs non American, color, and so on.
      In my humble opinion, the idea of leveling the playing field by chopping down all the trees, doesn't benefit the maples at all, it just punishes the oaks for being taller, or punishes the rich for having money. Taking away their wealth makes the whole forest equal, but poor. I'm born and raised maple by the way : )

    • @lauriivey7801
      @lauriivey7801 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That's always been my favorite line of this one - - although the song overall is probably among my least favorite of Rush. However, being Rush, I still like it.

  • @ltrenum
    @ltrenum 5 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    These guys are musicians and they’re barely familiar with Rush? We definitely need a school of rock for today’s youth.

    • @HubertofLiege
      @HubertofLiege 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      ltrenum I questioned them on Boston and they adamantly replied they’d never heard them. Some things are unbelievable. Poor people have poor ways, I guess.

    • @douglaskelly6147
      @douglaskelly6147 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Kids these days😝

    • @Tykostr
      @Tykostr 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@HubertofLiege dude I'm 28 and unless you listen to an oldies station, you're not just going to hear boston

    • @rockhard2654
      @rockhard2654 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      THEY DIDN'T SAY THEY WERE GOOD MUSICIANS

    • @gaguy1967
      @gaguy1967 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      yeah, this channel is BS..i dont believe these guys have never heard these songs

  • @davidbaron8330
    @davidbaron8330 5 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Geddy Lee is one of the best bassists that ever lived.

    • @HowFingCool
      @HowFingCool 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      One of?!

    • @christhornycroft3686
      @christhornycroft3686 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      He's awesome, but I think a couple of brits named Mr. Deacon and Mr. McCartney would challenge you on that one. I love Geddy, and he's Canadian, but all 3 guys are amazing with their baselines. Listen to Old Brown Shoe by the Beatles. George Harrison sings lead, but Paul steals the show with his epic baseline.

    • @RyneMurray23
      @RyneMurray23 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I totally agree and I will argue with anybody for hours about this topic. Not many people can sing like him and also play these intricate bass lines. He's so great 🔥🔥🔥🤙🏼

    • @RyneMurray23
      @RyneMurray23 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@christhornycroft3686 I'm sorry but Paul McCartney can't play bass with Geddy Lee. Maybe songwriting and singing, but Paul can't play these bass parts.

    • @jeffreykeith6494
      @jeffreykeith6494 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I couldn't agree more.

  • @johnkeller9448
    @johnkeller9448 5 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Also, check out "A passage to bangkok, by rush"

    • @Daniel-415-Ponce
      @Daniel-415-Ponce 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      John Keller
      Yeah, the live version from the "Exit Stage Left" album is the best.

    • @norwegianblue2017
      @norwegianblue2017 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Daniel-415-Ponce Totally.

  • @TimKCSportsFan
    @TimKCSportsFan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    My favorite song by them. Another damn good one is "Limelight".

    • @johnalves3583
      @johnalves3583 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      kinkyirishman Favorite Rush song is .... Trees ?
      I’ve never heard anyone say that. Too each his own

  • @johnkeller9448
    @johnkeller9448 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    A power trio is a rock and roll band format having a lineup of electric guitar, bass guitar and drum kit. All three of them are in most top five lists. I will never get tired of them, ever.

  • @youtoo2233
    @youtoo2233 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I remember when the 80s came around I was getting into Rush heavily and was buying their entire catalog and each album was blowing me away how good it was. But then Grace Under Pressure came out in 1984 and honestly I thought to myself what the hell happened to Rush, it didn't blow me away on first listen like the previous albums but it was a grower and I like nearly everything on it now

  • @burnout_2017
    @burnout_2017 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    That gentlemen...is how you construct a song..

  • @tomgraham5536
    @tomgraham5536 5 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    a GUITAR PLAYER WHO HAS NEVER HEARD OF RUSH!??!?!?!?!

    • @deathmetaldungeon429
      @deathmetaldungeon429 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Tom Graham Exactly what I thought too 😱😱

    • @Ifyoudonttakeitucantfakeit
      @Ifyoudonttakeitucantfakeit 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Odd to say the least!

    • @delphi-moochymaker62
      @delphi-moochymaker62 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Guys....my heart bleeds every time a young person is oblivious about the Beatles. Beatles rabbithole incoming. Like modern music? Your favourite artist would not exist without the Beatles. Just sayin'. (pssst. the walrus was Paul.)

    • @christhornycroft3686
      @christhornycroft3686 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Americans tend to ignore everything about Canada as irrelevant, which is kind of ironic. It's not their fault. Look at what's on American network TV now! It's entertainment for the lowest common denominator. America, I love you, but what have you been doing since 1980?

    • @toddstevens13
      @toddstevens13 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@christhornycroft3686 Making sure the common man is kept in their place, docile and stupid. Damn they are not going to allow the whole Viet Nam protest kind of thing to happen again, it cramped their style.

  • @wayneoneal7952
    @wayneoneal7952 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Hi! I have never ever thought of this song in a political way! Instead I amazed how brilliant the lyrics are pertaining to trees!!!!! You're taking away the magic if I may say so of the Forest and the trees ! I guess it's how you look at it in this modern mindset but brothers this came out 40 yrs ago and we just got stoned and cranked it up as loud as it would play!😊

  • @ryan4327
    @ryan4327 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Like their music or not, it's hard to deny their sheer musicianship. One doesn't have to like their music to at least appreciate the real talent and creativity.

  • @robertacolarette1594
    @robertacolarette1594 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Your “guitarist” who stepped in is adorable. Classic Rush sound. Great guitars. Thanks for the reaction. Love it.

  • @Flame-uf3zo
    @Flame-uf3zo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    For me this is not in my top Rush play lists, but I do listen now and then to this song.
    Rush hooked me on Fly By Night and Specifically ByTor & the Snowdog.

  • @bostonwhofan
    @bostonwhofan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I had the pleasure of meeting Geddy Lee 3 weeks ago at a book signing in Brookline, MA. He's a very humble man. Rock stars I've met: Roger Daltrey (The Who), Pete Townshend (The Who), John Entwistle (The Who), Bono (U2), The Edge (U2), Mick Jones (The Clash), Steven Tyler (Aerosmith), Geddy Lee (Rush).

    • @johndardi1334
      @johndardi1334 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What was Entwistle like ?

  • @greyhawk-111
    @greyhawk-111 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    The lyrics are all about the last line... that's where the genius is.

    • @lordcamembert863
      @lordcamembert863 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mike Witty I've always taken that last line to mean authoritarianism, but don't know their intent

    • @kevinmcfarlane2752
      @kevinmcfarlane2752 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It’s against enforced equality. Some don’t interpret it that way but they’re obviously wrong if you take into account the general thrust of Neil's lyrics.

  • @brianrad68
    @brianrad68 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another excellent RUSH song

  • @juliemanarin4127
    @juliemanarin4127 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hi there guitarist! Rush is really good...back in the day 2112 was one of my main albums...and all the Zeppelin albums!

  • @deefrash9806
    @deefrash9806 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of my favorite RUSH songs, especially the live version on Exit Stage Left. Such a great tune!!!

  • @Mar-yk6jp
    @Mar-yk6jp 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You guys win the internet today. Great reaction. Fantastic channel.

  • @MalamuteX
    @MalamuteX 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Trees is cool. :-) Next Rush Song should be The Necromancer. Actually, just the whole album Caress of steel, but The Necromancer is totally sweet.

    • @zorrozorro42
      @zorrozorro42 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This!

    • @MalamuteX
      @MalamuteX 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@zorrozorro42 RIGHT!!! ;-)

    • @KawaTony1964
      @KawaTony1964 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes. I agree. I think I've recommended "The Necromancer" 3 times to these guys. "The Fountain of Lamneth" is IMO a masterpiece, too, but maybe not to everyone's taste.

    • @MalamuteX
      @MalamuteX 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KawaTony1964 Yea totally. I typically listen to both together, but The Necromancer is the go to for fantasy geeks and it rox.

    • @raazazuul32
      @raazazuul32 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      YES!!

  • @ronolson2820
    @ronolson2820 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Exellent choice for a first time hearing Rush. ENJOY MORE RUSH!!!!

  • @palantir135
    @palantir135 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Off course I already knew this excellent song.
    The first minute it sounds like old Genesis with Peter Gabriel singing. After that the 'normal' Rush sound starts.
    I can recommend Genesis album: the lamb lies down on Broadway. Selling Engeland by the pound or Foxtrot are also classicals.

  • @DesireeStar
    @DesireeStar 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Made sense to me! I love watching first reactions to RUSH. You guys are great. Thanks!

  • @lisamarieva3514
    @lisamarieva3514 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm old now and rarely go to live shows but Rush is definitely one I would still go to. I saw Rush many times in the 80s and we once we got seats just slightly behind and above Neal Peart's drum kit and to his left. We had the most amazing view of him playing every damn item in that kit which is quite impressive.

  • @sarahzentexas
    @sarahzentexas 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Alex and I have this in common! One of my favorite Rush songs-top five for sure. 🤘 Rock on, guys!

  • @rushrules81
    @rushrules81 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You guys are fun to watch, so many more Rush songs to get your first time reactions to....I'm jealous, wish I was younger to experience it all over again!

  • @wandi3267
    @wandi3267 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My first Rush concert! Hemispheres!! 1978. It was great! The message in this song is so real...

  • @stretchgilbert
    @stretchgilbert 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One Of My Favorites That groove/ riff in the bridge is amazing!

  • @rbking9296
    @rbking9296 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Bring all the guests you want, this old rocker is just so happy to see the younger generation discovering this great music that has stood the test of time! And hopefully it will be guys like you that will bring it back and maybe create some new classics, like Neil Young said; “hey hey my my rock n roll will never die”

  • @generoberts9151
    @generoberts9151 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I can't stress enough the complexity of the time signatures in this song utilizing 4/4, 6/4, and 5/4 timing which is almost unheard of in Rock music. Just classic

  • @notmuch_23
    @notmuch_23 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I think the next Rush song you should listen to is By-Tor and the Snow Dog.

  • @seasonofthewatchers1010
    @seasonofthewatchers1010 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This and 'Working Man' are two of my favorite Rush songs. Another great concert.

  • @ZIG4ZAG20
    @ZIG4ZAG20 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The live version(s) are such a treat to witness them pulling it off as a three piece band. Berryl is cool

  • @charliejonas4609
    @charliejonas4609 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    For me it is a political song also, but on a larger scale than there are different trees representing different people. For me the Oaks represent the United States and the Maples are Canada. Back in the 70’s Canada was know as the US’s little brother and the US could bully Canada with it’s might. One other thing Alex, I only bring it up because it has always bothered Neil, so it also bothers Rush fans. Peart is pronounced Pee-airt, not Pert.

    • @iltonwhite
      @iltonwhite 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Actually the Oaks are the UK, not the USA. and Peart is pronounce Pee-ert.

    • @guym2222
      @guym2222 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@iltonwhite Could say it was about Quebec vs. Canada. 1976 the PQ just got elected...

    • @billwren5033
      @billwren5033 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@iltonwhite disagree the oaks are def the U.S.

    • @GarethHedley
      @GarethHedley 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@iltonwhite Actually it is political recognition from the United States. Canada is a Commonwealth country and has no issues with the UK!

    • @johnalves3583
      @johnalves3583 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We- the USA 🇺🇸 bully Canada 🇨🇦 cuz you talk funny
      We - USA 🇺🇸 all use proper Queens Anglish
      😙

  • @musicfan6575
    @musicfan6575 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You Guys do the best reviews as well as pick great suggested songs. Speaking of suggestions, a must listen is "On the loose" by the Band Saga. Thanks for another cool in -depth song review.

    • @mayge1234
      @mayge1234 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      American made breaking out the Saga. On the Loose and Wind Him Up are amazing songs. Loved that whole album back in the day. Sadly was never able to get into the rest of their stuff.

    • @alexfromandyandalex8032
      @alexfromandyandalex8032 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      American made thanks my man!

  • @sheerqueencat5089
    @sheerqueencat5089 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video guys, nice to meet the voice from across the room.

  • @stevedahlberg8680
    @stevedahlberg8680 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh my, I think this is really one of their best songs and partly because they don't do it very often especially back in these early years, where it's incredibly focused. And this thing played on the radio constantly over and over and over and over and I personally never got tired of it. Everything about it is amazing.
    I love how good they are at incorporating oddball time signatures and making it just work while they rock hard. So the outer parts of the song are definitely straight but then that middle thing including the guitar solo is over a 5/8 time signature and then when they do that huge build to come back into it that just to me is mind blowing, they switch over to 9/8 time, and then finally back to straight. Love it.

  • @jgweems
    @jgweems 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the song that got me into Rush and always been one of my favorites!

  • @mattycobby27
    @mattycobby27 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing tune, again of their best album, my favorite Hemispheres !!!! Good job guys !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @Ifyoudonttakeitucantfakeit
    @Ifyoudonttakeitucantfakeit 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s a fabulous social statement lyric. Love this song and band.

  • @Jellyfinger6969
    @Jellyfinger6969 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You need to hear this live!

  • @scottshields113
    @scottshields113 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Last night I was blasting this song for the 1500th time driving to the store. I still feel that first time magic still

  • @motodork
    @motodork 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great reaction as always. I’m thinking your next RUSH reaction should be Bastille Day from Caress of Steel. Fantastic song. Great message.

  • @ScottDeBerg
    @ScottDeBerg 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the fact that you noticed - and loved - that Neil added that hi-hat when you did. From a (kind of) drummer - thank you.

  • @michaellambert5223
    @michaellambert5223 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So funny I put that cd in just this morning for my ride to work! Listened to it entirely now twice today
    🤘😎🤘 🎸

  • @juaneato
    @juaneato 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Working the WOOD blocks and wooden flute and wooden guitars and wood drums...fucking genius!

  • @JasonMarshMusic
    @JasonMarshMusic 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done. Subscribed. That transition @3:31 always gets me, and the arpeggio work on the guitar during the tranquil part is the sort of playing that is uniquely Alex Lifeson.

  • @lorikiszkawoods9350
    @lorikiszkawoods9350 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How dare you not give any Rush song a 10? LOL I personally think this is one of my many favorites by RUSH. Yes, it is in your face, but sometimes you have to be in your face with people. They put this song out how ever many years ago and some people still have not gotten the message. Sad but true. Is it their very best? Probably not, but it's pretty damn good and you have to remember the time in which it was done. It was so far ahead of it's time! Everything they did was. That's the amazing thing about RUSH. They could release any one of their songs today for the first time and they would actually hit the charts this time because people have become so much more musically educated, but honestly I don't think they would like that. They never wanted or needed to be a commercial success. They built a fan base by word of mouth and they had millions of fans. Still do. How many people do you honestly think could do that today? Besides, they are freakin awesome in concert!

  • @markandersen5187
    @markandersen5187 5 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    where is Red Barchetta...the greatest Rush song of all...

    • @spicy321
      @spicy321 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes, this.

    • @carystallings6068
      @carystallings6068 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree, would rather these guys listen to Red Barchetta than the commercially successful Tom Sawyer,

    • @BluesLicks101
      @BluesLicks101 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Camera Eye.

    • @NoneYaBidness762
      @NoneYaBidness762 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That whole album is fantastic

    • @sactown4911
      @sactown4911 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hard to argue with you all but i'm gonna ante up with Subdivisions

  • @chrislegner4816
    @chrislegner4816 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Back in the dawning age of HBO, they used to regularly show a performance video of "The Trees" between movies. It's my first recollection of seeing a quote/unquote music Video.

  • @TheSnowdogsShorts
    @TheSnowdogsShorts 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I think the live version of Bytor and the Snowdog from the album All the World’s a stage, would blow Andy’s mind.
    My user name might be a clue to how much that song means to me.
    The battle segment is amazing, the guitar sounds like vicious growling. I mean that literally.
    The live version emphasises it much more than the studio version.
    Btw Andy and Alex, I love watching you guys react to Rush. It takes me back to the wonder that I felt, when I first heard each song.
    You guys rock! 🤘

  • @pitpride1220
    @pitpride1220 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love seeing you starting to geek out on the nuances of RUSH. Good stuff!

  • @katec4369
    @katec4369 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of my favorite Rush songs!! My grandkids like it too! Also cool to meet a male Berryl! A family name in my household. More Common in England.

  • @pcdoctor48
    @pcdoctor48 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Classic Rush. Three of the most talented musicians on the planet.

  • @bobcarn
    @bobcarn 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Rush fans always love The Trees. It's such an odd, quirky, whimsical song that has so many interesting things going on musically and lyrically. It's one of their fun songs. If you want to look at other Rush songs, why not try one of their more recent ones? There's a short instrumental off of "Snakes and Arrows" called "Malignant Narcissism" that's pretty awesome. It was nominated for a Grammy. They had finished recording Snakes and Arrows and most of Neal's drums were packed away. All that was left was a small warm-up set he had set up. The producer had a recording of Geddy fiddling around with a new bass one of the companies sent him for his opinion, and the bass line was so cool, the producer recorded it without Geddy knowing. He played it back and told them "make a song around this!". So they threw together an incredible jam with Neal using a simple warm-up drum kit with only a few drums. It's very awesome!

  • @technoforever888
    @technoforever888 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We have to remember that this song was released in 1978 and the 'obviousness' you speak of may be apparent now, but, back then it was speaking to the work arena as well as, the environment, something that was not as prevalent as today. Great review for one of the world's greatest bands!!!

  • @juststopit8861
    @juststopit8861 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love how the smiles overcome your faces.

  • @weirdpuckett
    @weirdpuckett 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It is a metaphoric alleghory showing that a cry for equality most often times ends up in equality indeed
    ......at the songs end , the trees are all "equally" cut down......

  • @scottbridgeforth507
    @scottbridgeforth507 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Perfect Majesty Flawless .......Men stood with their Sons at The 2015 Concert and wept

  • @mattycobby27
    @mattycobby27 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just one of many of their masterpieces. Great tune !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @refl3ktor
    @refl3ktor 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wait! That hi-hat just blew my mind! Lol.
    Always loved the middle section of this way more than the song itself. That central part is in 5/4 time, gives it a really magical feel.
    The synth has much improved melodic lines and timbre on Exit Stage Left.

  • @markr.devereux3385
    @markr.devereux3385 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Every time I listen to this one and its been 40 right there's some thing new and amazing. I must go back forward and back again. It is a cool track

  • @rcdolphin714
    @rcdolphin714 5 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Of course you guys are entitled to your opinions, but The Trees is a 10 if only because it’s so damn imaginative. The musicianship is top notch as always with Rush, but seriously, this is one of Rush’s masterpieces.

    • @wayneoneal7952
      @wayneoneal7952 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      No shit right?😊

    • @ten4thebguy
      @ten4thebguy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The so called “guitarist” that gave it a “hard 7” has heard one rush song before and he is talking politics. What? Don’t listen to this song dude cuz you ain’t worthy

    • @ATalkingBadger
      @ATalkingBadger 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@ten4thebguy exactly what I was thinking. No more Barryl lol.

    • @scottshields113
      @scottshields113 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Neil said when asked later if he meant it as a political song for the times. He said no to the time he wrote it. He tended to steer from direct politics in his writing. But from a philisophical view. Yeah it is

  • @redplanetdrifter3352
    @redplanetdrifter3352 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved the comment about the hi hat, the tiny details, it's what Rush does. I don't think there's a single Rush song that doesn't have one of those subtle little things, maybe a second or two long, that just gets me everytime I hear it!

  • @PickleAndy
    @PickleAndy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Rush has an immense song list and is a top band. For so many reasons. Alex is an amazing guitarist and Neil, besides writing pretty much all the lyrics) surrounds himself with a cage of percussion instruments. I agree they should be seen live. Only 3 making so much good sound. Which brings me to Geddy. Lead vocals and strong driving bass licks, but also plays the keyboard. I've seen them twice and they are spectacular. Hemispheres and Caress of Steel are my favorites of their many albums.

    • @lb969
      @lb969 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Peart doesn’t have a doctorate in astrophysics, That is Queen’s Brian May. Peart is an author.

    • @PickleAndy
      @PickleAndy 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lb969 my bad. Misremembered. Yes he is a poet and author.

  • @aarlavaan
    @aarlavaan 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is my favorite Rush song. so great.

  • @thomasdefranco1641
    @thomasdefranco1641 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You guys obviously appreciate the great musicianship, singing, melodies and lyrics of bands like RUSH. So you need to check out Living Colour. One of the most underrated bands ever. Their first 3 albums are incredible (Vivid, Time's up, Stain) Every song is incredible. Start with Vivid - Open Letter (To a Landlord) or Funny Vibe!

  • @crnel
    @crnel 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Notice how the end of the lyrics describe how the trees achieved "equality". Did you catch the irony? I'm not sure you did.

    • @eddiep2899
      @eddiep2899 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Huh? Seriously? I initially heard a much different meaning - long, long, LONG ago - and have always believed it. It is about North America: Canada (the maples) and The U.S.A. (the oaks). It still is, lyrically, pretty much genius.

    • @myrrhfishify7743
      @myrrhfishify7743 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, Canada vs. US but not just that. Oppression vs. Freedom, privilege vs. poverty, and etc. The song's a metaphor.

  • @vovindequasahi
    @vovindequasahi 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I freaking LOVE THIS SONG! It is so heavy and classically inspired. This is so before it's time. I love when Rush crosses that line into Metal, and you don't even really notice it.

  • @nikac2258
    @nikac2258 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I dig this tune. Great seeing them live. Seen them 17 times live.

  • @Earthandweather
    @Earthandweather 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    The instrumental section is in 5/4 with such an unassuming transition into 4/4...so smooth.

  • @raulcardenas8115
    @raulcardenas8115 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Subdivisions. You must listen to it. Greatest song about teenage alienation ever. Masterpiece. Also, Limelight. So many others. Working Man also.

  • @AudiophileTubes
    @AudiophileTubes 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    RUSH are clockwork masters! I give this great song 10/10!

  • @redcrabsc1149
    @redcrabsc1149 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice reaction! Welcome, Berryl! Maybe you & Andy could do a guitar piece with Alex singing...
    A suggestion: Resist by Rush live in Rio- it's all acoustic with Alex & Geddy on guitars; really sweet performance. Keep 'em coming! (And bring on Alex's little brother)...

    • @alexfromandyandalex8032
      @alexfromandyandalex8032 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      RedCrabSC my little brother has been begging to come on 😂 just have to find the time

  • @darrenvanderwilt1258
    @darrenvanderwilt1258 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    If you haven't done it yet, "By-Tor and the Snow Dog," the version on their live album, "All The World's A Stage."

    • @generoberts9151
      @generoberts9151 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I like the studio version better. Just so many nuances that live can't pull through

    • @darrenvanderwilt1258
      @darrenvanderwilt1258 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree about the nuances, but I prefer the guitar solo in the live version. Either way, it’s an awesome song.

  • @lifesabeach2597
    @lifesabeach2597 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a classic, one of my favorite Rush albums. The live Exit Stage Left version where it transitions into Xanadu is really great

  • @RichAttwood
    @RichAttwood 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Not a big fan of reaction videos but you guys seem willing to give anything a listen and you give straight up honest reactions. I get the impression you love decent music, it shows. I would like to see your reaction to the masterpiece ''the kiss'' by The Cure, it will blow you away.
    Enjoying your videos, keep em coming!

  • @jcm5863
    @jcm5863 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yay! I haven't come to TH-cam in a while I missed you guys!

  • @SylviusTheMad
    @SylviusTheMad 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love how much of that song is in 5/4 time.

  • @deathmetaldungeon429
    @deathmetaldungeon429 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    First album I ever bought by them wayyyyy back in ‘79,been a fan ever since 👍🏻

  • @roberthorwat6747
    @roberthorwat6747 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Birmingham NEC October 2007. Snakes and Arrows tour. There were three guys wearing T shirts boldly stating:
    WE ARE NOT LEAVING UNTIL WE HAVE HEARD THE TREES.
    Well it wasn't on the set list but they went home very happy, as did I. I really hope one of those guys reads this, really made me smile, and I'm sorry they didn't play it as well.

  • @pasit1738
    @pasit1738 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Perhaps the best lyrics ever written!

  • @user-vx6bo3cx6m
    @user-vx6bo3cx6m 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    We love you too, Alex

  • @michaelbarton5461
    @michaelbarton5461 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    They do an amazing job of building up the energy during the break in this song, something they do pretty often (Limelight)

  • @BlackieNuff
    @BlackieNuff 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The lyrics of this song blows me away every time.
    I find them having great relevance to a lot of the "social justice" climate in society today.

  • @stefaniebrauer128
    @stefaniebrauer128 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve seen Rush 7 times. This is my all time FAVORITES!!

  • @adamross3121
    @adamross3121 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The Necromancer by Rush is a must-listen 🤘🏼

    • @dedalus6982
      @dedalus6982 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Adam Ross for the hard core. Most don’t get it and when they do there is no wow like 2112

  • @deborahreynolds9792
    @deborahreynolds9792 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Only Rush can make a song about trees sound AWSOME. Remember when you are listing to Rush you are hearing true musicians.

  • @brianfeuhtinger3267
    @brianfeuhtinger3267 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    The Trees is is One of My favorites from this album,. Circumstances and Prelude to Hemispheres Are Totally Awesome

  • @CraigTube
    @CraigTube 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Like watching a baby try a new food. Awesome guys! I LOVE RUSH!

  • @iltonwhite
    @iltonwhite 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Lads You've gotta do UFO - Rock Bottom from Strangers In The Night, There's a whole world of Michael Schenker's guitar playing you need to hear.

    • @coxscorner
      @coxscorner 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maybe we'll get lucky!

    • @BegToDiffah
      @BegToDiffah 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      YES!!

    • @stephennorris2524
      @stephennorris2524 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      My favourite Live album.

    • @timwalsh2652
      @timwalsh2652 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes! Any song off Strangers, but especially Rock Bottom. Will blow their minds.

  • @lowrider4266
    @lowrider4266 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Anything from Rush is awesome. Enjoy.

  • @65sheilakay
    @65sheilakay 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think this song makes the trees come to life. I can even imagine them having expressions on their trunks like faces and waving their arms arguing. Thought that the first time I ever heard it. Back in the 70's, yes.

  • @crominion6045
    @crominion6045 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Geddy's bass work was what got me into playing bass years ago. I'm purely a hobbyist and not particularly good, but it's still fun and relaxing to play. There are many great bassists, but nobody's playing "speaks" to me quite like Geddy's. 👍