Thank you. It is amazing to see how Rush (driven by Neil's creative powers) just spawned countless generations of talented musicians. When I discovered them back in the early 90's, only the really geeky kind knew and loved them. Now Neil is gone... and so is a really important part of my life. Retired is not the same as dead... Completely crushed.
neil peart was a great man but i feel most of his greatness is yet to unfold because the effect of his influence on people yet to come will be far greater than anyone expects
The first record I bought was a Rush .45 with Circumstances on the A-side and The Trees on the B-side. Changed my life and made me a life-long Rush fanatic. You played a beautiful version of YYZ. Be good.
What an incredibly different sound in accords to the original song. Actually one of the most beautiful renditions of a hard-rock instrumental by a prog-rock band. RIP Neil Peart
That was fucking beautiful, man. You wrote what is in my heart, and you played what was in my soul. Thank you, thank you. Tears are running down my cheeks. Thank you Neil. He was the best. ever. and a huge part of my world. Subscribing to your channel.
Mr. Shankar does a wonderful version of Limelight and Jacob's Ladder, both of which capture the majesty of the music and the power of the lyrics, even without the use of words. Memory Eternal to Neil.
Interesting and Unique interpretation of a great song. A tribute fitting a brilliant man. The sentiment is appreciated and it provides solace to those who understand. Thank you for this.
Now that's a great re-imagined cover! I don't get why bands recreate carbon copies of cover tunes. We can listen to the original for that. This piece is beautiful, completely different, yet true to the original (e.g. the guitar lead). Bravo!
I had to wait to watch this, because I could see that it was going to be soulful. Neil was like a mentor to me. Thank you, Vikram. You took this instrumental to another level, and that in itself is an amazing feat!!!
Great playing young man.
Pay your gift forward. Never let them forget what he inspired.
Awesome dude.... thank you from the bottom of my heart...... for tribute to Neil Peart. He was an awesome awesome human being
"Suddenly you were gone. From all the lives you left your mark upon." - Peart, N. (Afterimage)
There are no words to describe this amazing tribute except "Thank you!" :-)
Thank you. It is amazing to see how Rush (driven by Neil's creative powers) just spawned countless generations of talented musicians. When I discovered them back in the early 90's, only the really geeky kind knew and loved them. Now Neil is gone... and so is a really important part of my life. Retired is not the same as dead... Completely crushed.
Gut wrenching performance...man this is gonna hurt for a while...
You are right.
A very fitting tribute to The Professor. My hat is off to you sir. No doubt Neil is smiling down on you and your creation.
Somber, respectful...beautiful 🙏
That's a crazy good arrangement and rendition of a classic Rush song. I'm sure Neil would love it. Respect and thank you for sharing.
Still hurting. Thank you for such a beautifully moving tribute to Neil.
Brilliant, wonderful performance, and tribute to an amazing musician and an even better man. Great work, sir. Respect!
Its amazing how musician's regardless of what instrument is being played can turn a classic into a new classic . This man is phenomenal!
Beautiful rendition, loved it. The bell tolls for thee. RIP Neil.
Well done brother!!! There will never another professor like Neil. Like you, Rush is all I rocked and still do 20 years later.. 🤘🤘
Haunting and incredible. Gutted at his loss. Great tribute. Rest In Peace Mr. Peart always "THE Professor "
Unbelievable very peaceful and fitting . RIP
You can tell this came right from the heart. A beautiful and unexpected interpretation. RIP the great Neil Peart.
The moods I am passing through are so intense as I listen to this rendition...
Oh wow! I didn't see that coming, incredible! Great tribute, R.I.P. Neil.
I didn’t either! Mind BLOWN at how delicate and beautiful this is!! Yep, I am here on the hunt for NEP tributes...and WOW!
BRAVO!!! BRAVO SIR!!!!! Hauntingly brilliant!!!!
Maravilhosa homenagem!
Choramos juntos!
Brasil....
Wonderfull!
Crying together!
damn!!! It's like a funeral march. never thought of this song like that. amazing!
I simply loved everything about that performance. Thank you !
It's been less than a year..but it feels like we lost Neil yesterday..I cried while this played
Thank you for this, Neil will be forever missed but thankfully the music lives on my friend!!!!!! RIP to the King!!
neil peart was a great man
but i feel most of his greatness is yet to unfold
because the effect of his influence on people yet to come will be far greater than anyone expects
Neil would be proud of you
Thank you for shining some light on such a dark day.
thank you for performance,, tears still running
the bass, guitar, even the drum fills are here. Puts it into a whole new context. Beautiful.
I can see Neal smiles
This is F***** awesome. Makes me both happy and sad emotionally....Neil Peart is irreplaceable..
Absolutely Amazing! Thank you. I am sure Neil has heard this and is smiling!!!
Great tribute.
We stand together in thanks to the man who's music was the soundtrack of our lives.
Wow! What a brilliant take on a brilliant song!
Beautiful Performance my friend...thank you and God Speed to the "Professor"
Beautiful and heartfelt. A touching tribute to the greatest of men. RIP Professor and thank you.
Beautiful rendition. Absolutely beautiful. Thank you.
Damn, that was great. I bet Peart would love it.
The first record I bought was a Rush .45 with Circumstances on the A-side and The Trees on the B-side. Changed my life and made me a life-long Rush fanatic. You played a beautiful version of YYZ. Be good.
What an incredibly different sound in accords to the original song. Actually one of the most beautiful renditions of a hard-rock instrumental by a prog-rock band. RIP Neil Peart
Thanks you for honoring Neil with this truly amazing performance! Beautiful!!!!!!!Keep up the good work!!
I don't know you.. but I feel we are connected through timeless melody and respect for The Professor and his buddies Lerxst & Dirk!
This song always made my brain hurt as a kid. But I couldn't stop listening to it. Great Tribute!
Like a ray of light straight through the ❤️
Pure bliss
impressive 👏 a completely different interpretation, with due form and respect to this legendary creative peace of music.
Thank you 😇
Simply beautiful! This is a wonderful tribute to Neil. I've been feeling lousy the last couple of days and this has lifted me up. Thank you!
I love this version of a great song. It still has all of the intensity.
That was fucking beautiful, man. You wrote what is in my heart, and you played what was in my soul. Thank you, thank you. Tears are running down my cheeks. Thank you Neil. He was the best. ever. and a huge part of my world. Subscribing to your channel.
Beautiful work. I've posted it a few places. The RUSH community needs your elegant interpretation right now.
Wow ... please do more. We need it right now. :(
You sir are truly grace under pressure ... bravo !
Gave me chills all the way through simply beautiful. Thank you for sharing
A tribute.... that is absolutely original. Mesmerizing. You made my day. Thank you.
Mr. Shankar does a wonderful version of Limelight and Jacob's Ladder, both of which capture the majesty of the music and the power of the lyrics, even without the use of words. Memory Eternal to Neil.
what an arrangement ! Amazing to take it there ! totally unexpected, and quite awesome.
Fantastic! Great playing! Makes you appreciate even more the key selection and composition of the greatest band ever.
Interesting and Unique interpretation of a great song. A tribute fitting a brilliant man. The sentiment is appreciated and it provides solace to those who understand. Thank you for this.
Beautiful rendition, full of soul. Thank you!
Excellent interpretation of one of my favourite rush classics. 👍
I still cannot get over what a masterful, creative arrangement and performance this is of a timeless Rush instrumental. Bravo, Vikram!
Great job. RIP Professor!!!!!!!!!
Thank you Sir! Still stunned.......
Now that's a great re-imagined cover! I don't get why bands recreate carbon copies of cover tunes. We can listen to the original for that. This piece is beautiful, completely different, yet true to the original (e.g. the guitar lead). Bravo!
Im absolutely stunned.
That was beautiful..bravo
Beautiful, and heart-felt, tribute - - Thank you, Sir!!
I had to wait to watch this, because I could see that it was going to be soulful. Neil was like a mentor to me. Thank you, Vikram. You took this instrumental to another level, and that in itself is an amazing feat!!!
Holy $#!t, what an amazing interpretation of the tune!!
Amazing! Thanks for sharing it with us!!
Mind. Blown. Thank you! Amazing!
That was a beautiful mesmerizing piano rendition of YYZ - well done and thank you for this tribute to Neil - I can't believe he is gone.
ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!!!
Thanks for this today. This is a tough loss
You made me see this piece in a whole new way. Brilliant!
That....was.....awesome
Amazing arrangement and rendition of a great classic. Thank you!
This and your Jacob’s Ladder are wonderful Rush variations.
Just seen this now. Thank you for this beautiful tribute. 🙏😊
Wonderful. The professor would have loved that.
THANK YOU! That was amazing! Very emotional!
I had to listen again
I've seen some great tributes today but this is beautiful. Thank you
Dude, you are an amazing pianist. I would have never thought YYZ could be so beautifully interpreted in this way. More Rush covers please. :-)
Just..... Thank you. Brilliant.
Utterly beautiful, thank you
Thank you, brother
Word can’t describe just how beautiful this is. Absolutely brilliant. Cheers.
Beautiful.
Thanks
Just wow...firstly that's one hell of a tribute and secondly what a brilliant alternative take on this Rush classic. Thank you for sharing.
ok sir that was fantastic....it made me think of a funeral dirge for eyes gone blind.....(anthem)
Not gonna lie, this one cut me deep. This is a beautiful tribute.
Incredibly moving. Thank you.
Excellent arrangement. Well done.
Thank you for this wonderful tribute ❤
Absolutely fantastic. Thank you!
Wow.
Wonderful rendition my friend. Got chills. 🤘🏾🔥🤘🏾
this is a classy tribute to the Legend..... Bravo!
Beautiful! Onions...
Today has been a sad day your tribute beautiful and respectful thank you
breathtaking
Thank you.