My first Rush concert was in 1984, shortly after I had turned 16. They didn't have graduated licences back then, so nothing stopped my friends and I from driving the 60 miles we needed to traverse to arrive at the old Maple Leaf Gardens to see our musical heroes on that particular evening (September 21st, 1984). As the 56 year old father of an 8 year old boy today, the fact that my parents allowed me to make that trip just blows my mind! I would see them again in 1985, 1987, 1989, 1991, 1993, 1997, 2002, 2004, 2007, 2010, and 2012. I am still kicking myself for giving away my R40 tickets (in Toronto, on one of the two nights during which the concert was "filmed"), just because I had a hearing to attend in Singapore. I'm also kicking myself for not following my impulse to fly to LA afterwards to see what would become their final show. So, regrets, I have a few...
It was ONE of Alex's favorite solos. He cites others such as Ghost of a Chance off their Roll the Bones album. If you hear it, you'd know why. Nice analysis. Andrew.
It's true Musical Magic. And it's inevitable to fall into the spell of Rush. Pretty much the one and only band where all members definitely SHINE, AT THE SAME TIME. Even as a bassist, I feel that Alex Lifeson is one, if not the most underestimated guitarist ever, but only because Rush is the only band where the rythm section is WAY beyond that merely 'laying the groove'. I think it was 'A show of hands' live video I watched, that when seeing Geddy playing bass, keyboard AND singing, once again at the same time, made me want to quit playing; how do you get any good after THAT? This is a great video, as always, but also because you share the pleasure of 'dissecting' Rush's Magic!
I saw Rush in Providence in '87 (Hold Your Fire) and again in '92 at Hollywood Bowl (Roll the Bones). Been a fan since I was a kid. I'm now in my 50s and just started learning bass! I'm terrible but learning more every day and having a blast.
Limelight was tracked in the studio with the Fender Jazz bass as was most of the Moving Pictures album with the exception of Red Barchetta and Camera Eye which were recorded with a Ric.
Saw them in consecutive years Moving Pictures 82 then late 83 for Signals. They were really at their peak ability at this time. The 1982 tour was probably the best rock concert I’ve ever scene to this day. Have always been a huge fan.
so i was 13 when my drum teacher in school told me about rush and neil im now 39 i still love rush so much when ever im sad i just sit and listen to them the day neil passed i cried alot thank you rush thank you neil
I first heard Rush in 83 and was forever hooked. Geddy is what made me switch from sax to bass, bought a Fender to start and saved up enough to finally get my Ric in 86, still have her. As much as Geddy loves his Jazz, I still think the best sound was off the Ric! It was quite evident during the R40 tour. Have seen them on every tour since Hold Your Fire, even flying to Germany to catch the Time Machine tour for the second time. I really wish there was a good Signals Tour recording they'd release someday! Thanks for breaking this down and look forward to more of Rush!
Another great Rush song to break down the bass on is leave that thing alone. You’ll want to check out the live version from their Time Machine tour 2011. At the end there’s a bass solo that has Geddy flexing his muscles!
Seen Rush 4 times when I was in high school, my friends and I loved Rush, still do. I Seen them on their R30, Snakes and arrows, Time machine, and Clockwork angels tours,
The first time I saw Rush in a live performance is when I bought this "exit stage left" VHS video. The one thing that stands out (other then the awsome music) is the concert footage. Of the day, this was one of the best concert footage / video editing I ever saw. As an amature drummer, I love how they always cut to Niel just at the right time so you can really see and feel his incretiable drum fills. Nice breakdown of the bass by the way.
Great breakdown! The Exit Stage Left Concert Video is one of the best ever. Everything -- their performances, Geddy's vocals, the mix -- was perfection.
GREAT reaction Andrew! Long been in my top 5 Rush tracks...there SO much going on, but the way they do it, it doesn't feel busy! For me, Moving Pictures is where they perfected taking a 'long' progressive track, plenty of time changes, seamlessly switched, and made it into a song that's easily digestible & radio friendly! The mark of musical genius is being able to switch time signatures without making it obvious that you're switching time sigs! Rush are MASTERS of this!! Alex, for me, is the absolute KING of atmospherics...while Geddy & Neil are 'very' busy, he finds all the spaces to do amazing stuff! Then when it's time, he can rip a shredding solo to melt your face! I've seen them live 9 times - and every time, their performance was top notch, and better sounding than their studio output! All hail our Holy Trinity from Toronto!! RIP Neil. Cheers from Canada, eh!!
Wow! One of the best reactions I’ve seen!! From one musician to another I love how you put this in layman’s terms and make it fun!! I’ve saw Rush 10 times, always in their hometown of Toronto! My first tour was this one…Moving Pictures and my last was with my 2 boys on their final tour…R40!
While it sounds like a foreign language(the breakdown of your time signatures and chord descriptions)🤔I can attest that it is understood and quite accurate🤘Geddy’s style has always had both the traditional basses role of the bottom end and beat setter, but his playing is so active and articulate that it covers as a rhythm guitar as well. Wait WHAT? He’s playing foot pedals, synthesizers AND SINGING LEAD🤯🤯✌️🖖🎸🎸🎤🎹🥁that’s totally why he’s MY PERSONAL FAVORITE
Great breakdown! It's just amazing how much fantastic musicianship is out there, isn't it? Just love to talk about those bits we want to hear (or play!) again and again! Rush is one of the greats, no doubt. Music this good doesn't just make me want to be a better musician it lifts me up and makes me a better person when I'm out and about. Just love it, thanks for sharing your thoughts, Andrew.
Geddy did play his 72 jazz on some of the moving pictures songs but idk for sure if he used it on limelight. Live he wouldnt switch back to the jazz until like 93 or so. Counterparts album. In the mid 80s he switched to a wal bass. He had like 4 of them made for him.
Well done mate. As a lover of bass Geddy just did it for me, every time. My fave band and saw them many times in the UK over the years, from the Moving Pictures tour onwards. Just a brilliant live band, the holy rock triumvirate! Please do fill your boots with exploring their bass lines etc, I will definitely be watching :)
Coming out of the guitar solo, when that high pitch of the guitar is going, the music is in 3/4 (a waltz), but the drums are doing 4/4. How many bands do that?
Excellent, and enthusiastic breakdown! First saw Rush in 1978/9 on the Hemispheres tour and many times over the years since. I still have the tour programme signed by Geddy and Alex! Geddy's tone was always killer but I preferred his Precision tones. I love the Rick but they always sound a bit "bouncy" and happy (although Ged dirtied it up!) for me.
Yes indeed I HAVE been fortunate enough to have seen 'Rush' for every tour since their 'Presto' album, so that was in 1990 in Portland Or. [ The 1st few times were there, then later 1nse were @ Sacramento Ca. , Mountainview, Ca then a couple a times ar this "New " (,,,at the time ) Amphitheater in Marysville Ca. (Huh ??) ,,,Yeah this relatively small town bout 20 miles No. of Sacramento. Yes I Am very grateful to have seen my Rock Heroes all those times. ...EXCEPT !, on the other hand, Quite saddened, actually having to miss the very LAST Tour; due to travel logistics... I certainly could continue details about 'Rush' ..."But I think U probably got the jist. ✌️
Several times in the late 70's up until the 90's . Always great opening acts like Rory Gallagher, Gary Moore, Blue Oyster Cult ( Rush originally opened for them ) Mr. Big and more.
Geddy played the Ricky because of Chris Squire who was his idol. He eventually switched to the Fender around 2012, but all of their earlier work was done on the Ricky.
Not true at all. Geddy used a Fender Precision in the very early days of Rush like on all of their first album. He started using a Ric on the second album Fly By Night. But in 1979 he acquired his signature Fender Jazz bass at a pawn shop and started using it in the studio on Permanent Waves for a few songs and then again on most of Moving Pictures except for Red Barchetta and The Camera Eye where the Ric was used. He continued using the Ric in concert up through the Signals tour. Geddy experimented with Steinberger and Wal basses throughout the 80's and early 90's but went back to the Fender Jazz bass on the 1993 Counterparts album and has used it exclusively since.
LOL...under rated solo?? Anyway..nice video, I enjoyed it. 3 time Rush concert goer here. Power Windows, Presto and Time Machine. My favorite band. RIP Neil.
As for remixes, look at anything from the "Retrospective 3" remakes. This guy must have gotten approval from the band to remix some of their songs. He did about a dozen or so (14) Rush songs and it is the best remix of any Rush songs I've heard. Here, try this link... th-cam.com/video/-2yjhac_DlI/w-d-xo.html
40+ years later and people are still discovering their prowess. That's a sign of a legendary act.
Have a great day.
My first Rush concert was in 1984, shortly after I had turned 16. They didn't have graduated licences back then, so nothing stopped my friends and I from driving the 60 miles we needed to traverse to arrive at the old Maple Leaf Gardens to see our musical heroes on that particular evening (September 21st, 1984). As the 56 year old father of an 8 year old boy today, the fact that my parents allowed me to make that trip just blows my mind!
I would see them again in 1985, 1987, 1989, 1991, 1993, 1997, 2002, 2004, 2007, 2010, and 2012. I am still kicking myself for giving away my R40 tickets (in Toronto, on one of the two nights during which the concert was "filmed"), just because I had a hearing to attend in Singapore. I'm also kicking myself for not following my impulse to fly to LA afterwards to see what would become their final show.
So, regrets, I have a few...
It was ONE of Alex's favorite solos. He cites others such as Ghost of a Chance off their Roll the Bones album. If you hear it, you'd know why. Nice analysis. Andrew.
"Analog kid" as well.
It's true Musical Magic. And it's inevitable to fall into the spell of Rush. Pretty much the one and only band where all members definitely SHINE, AT THE SAME TIME. Even as a bassist, I feel that Alex Lifeson is one, if not the most underestimated guitarist ever, but only because Rush is the only band where the rythm section is WAY beyond that merely 'laying the groove'. I think it was 'A show of hands' live video I watched, that when seeing Geddy playing bass, keyboard AND singing, once again at the same time, made me want to quit playing; how do you get any good after THAT? This is a great video, as always, but also because you share the pleasure of 'dissecting' Rush's Magic!
I saw Rush in Providence in '87 (Hold Your Fire) and again in '92 at Hollywood Bowl (Roll the Bones). Been a fan since I was a kid. I'm now in my 50s and just started learning bass! I'm terrible but learning more every day and having a blast.
Limelight was tracked in the studio with the Fender Jazz bass as was most of the Moving Pictures album with the exception of Red Barchetta and Camera Eye which were recorded with a Ric.
You should do the remastered By-Tor/In the End/In the Mood/ 2112 Grand Finale medley from the same concert. It's epic!
Saw them in consecutive years Moving Pictures 82 then late 83 for Signals. They were really at their peak ability at this time. The 1982 tour was probably the best rock concert I’ve ever scene to this day. Have always been a huge fan.
so i was 13 when my drum teacher in school told me about rush and neil im now 39 i still love rush so much when ever im sad i just sit and listen to them the day neil passed i cried alot thank you rush thank you neil
Fantastic analysis & musical breakdown! Can’t wait to see more!!
It still boggles my mind to think about how three virtuosos of their instrument ended up in one band. There will never be another Rush.
I first heard Rush in 83 and was forever hooked. Geddy is what made me switch from sax to bass, bought a Fender to start and saved up enough to finally get my Ric in 86, still have her. As much as Geddy loves his Jazz, I still think the best sound was off the Ric! It was quite evident during the R40 tour. Have seen them on every tour since Hold Your Fire, even flying to Germany to catch the Time Machine tour for the second time. I really wish there was a good Signals Tour recording they'd release someday! Thanks for breaking this down and look forward to more of Rush!
Another great Rush song to break down the bass on is leave that thing alone. You’ll want to check out the live version from their Time Machine tour 2011. At the end there’s a bass solo that has Geddy flexing his muscles!
Seen them 6 times starting with Vapor Trails never missed a tour. Incredible every time
I saw them 4 times. Absolutely incredible
Seen Rush 4 times when I was in high school, my friends and I loved Rush, still do. I Seen them on their R30, Snakes and arrows, Time machine, and Clockwork angels tours,
The first time I saw Rush in a live performance is when I bought this "exit stage left" VHS video. The one thing that stands out (other then the awsome music) is the concert footage. Of the day, this was one of the best concert footage / video editing I ever saw. As an amature drummer, I love how they always cut to Niel just at the right time so you can really see and feel his incretiable drum fills. Nice breakdown of the bass by the way.
Great breakdown! The Exit Stage Left Concert Video is one of the best ever. Everything -- their performances, Geddy's vocals, the mix -- was perfection.
I miss them so hard.
The end of the guitar solo is the best and really shows off their writing skills with the song in 3 but Neil playing in 4.
GREAT reaction Andrew! Long been in my top 5 Rush tracks...there SO much going on, but the way they do it, it doesn't feel busy! For me, Moving Pictures is where they perfected taking a 'long' progressive track, plenty of time changes, seamlessly switched, and made it into a song that's easily digestible & radio friendly!
The mark of musical genius is being able to switch time signatures without making it obvious that you're switching time sigs! Rush are MASTERS of this!!
Alex, for me, is the absolute KING of atmospherics...while Geddy & Neil are 'very' busy, he finds all the spaces to do amazing stuff! Then when it's time, he can rip a shredding solo to melt your face!
I've seen them live 9 times - and every time, their performance was top notch, and better sounding than their studio output!
All hail our Holy Trinity from Toronto!! RIP Neil.
Cheers from Canada, eh!!
Wow, 9 times! That's awesome! The word "atmospherics" is perfect, especially for this solo. Thanks for being here!
I saw Rush and Primus together at Arco Arena in Sacramento, CA in 1992. An unusual but spectacular pairing!
I saw Rush in concert from 83 until 2012...missed the last tour...
Wow! One of the best reactions I’ve seen!! From one musician to another I love how you put this in layman’s terms and make it fun!! I’ve saw Rush 10 times, always in their hometown of Toronto! My first tour was this one…Moving Pictures and my last was with my 2 boys on their final tour…R40!
Thank you so much, Michael! Hearing that, I guess I'll keep these comin' :) And that's so cool! 10 times, wow. Cheers!
Amazing breakdown!!!
Cool with your feedback and instrumentation! 😊
checkin in...
While it sounds like a foreign language(the breakdown of your time signatures and chord descriptions)🤔I can attest that it is understood and quite accurate🤘Geddy’s style has always had both the traditional basses role of the bottom end and beat setter, but his playing is so active and articulate that it covers as a rhythm guitar as well. Wait WHAT? He’s playing foot pedals, synthesizers AND SINGING LEAD🤯🤯✌️🖖🎸🎸🎤🎹🥁that’s totally why he’s MY PERSONAL FAVORITE
Great breakdown! It's just amazing how much fantastic musicianship is out there, isn't it? Just love to talk about those bits we want to hear (or play!) again and again! Rush is one of the greats, no doubt. Music this good doesn't just make me want to be a better musician it lifts me up and makes me a better person when I'm out and about. Just love it, thanks for sharing your thoughts, Andrew.
Nice reaction video, well
done, well made, different than others
Thank you! I am definitely trying to be different than the others out there. Much appreciated.
Saw them perform this during the Grace Under Pressure tour; it was incredible.
He might have played a Steinberger L2 on that tour.
@@dougim 'deed he did...
I saw Rush in 1976 or '77 in Manchester NH. They were the back up band for Blue Oyster Cult. We'd never heard of Rush. They were great.
first saw them in 1974 (four times in total) nobody better period
I saw them 5 time starting with 1982 Signals tour.
Geddy did play his 72 jazz on some of the moving pictures songs but idk for sure if he used it on limelight. Live he wouldnt switch back to the jazz until like 93 or so. Counterparts album. In the mid 80s he switched to a wal bass. He had like 4 of them made for him.
Well done mate.
As a lover of bass Geddy just did it for me, every time. My fave band and saw them many times in the UK over the years, from the Moving Pictures tour onwards. Just a brilliant live band, the holy rock triumvirate!
Please do fill your boots with exploring their bass lines etc, I will definitely be watching :)
@@daveharris6979 thanks a lot Dave!!!! That’s so cool!
Well done
Coming out of the guitar solo, when that high pitch of the guitar is going, the music is in 3/4 (a waltz), but the drums are doing 4/4. How many bands do that?
Excellent, and enthusiastic breakdown! First saw Rush in 1978/9 on the Hemispheres tour and many times over the years since. I still have the tour programme signed by Geddy and Alex! Geddy's tone was always killer but I preferred his Precision tones. I love the Rick but they always sound a bit "bouncy" and happy (although Ged dirtied it up!) for me.
Yes indeed I HAVE been fortunate enough to have seen 'Rush' for every tour since their 'Presto' album, so that was in 1990 in Portland Or. [ The 1st few times were there, then later 1nse were @ Sacramento Ca. , Mountainview, Ca then a couple a times ar this "New " (,,,at the time ) Amphitheater in Marysville Ca. (Huh ??) ,,,Yeah this relatively small town bout 20 miles No. of Sacramento. Yes I Am very grateful to have seen my Rock Heroes all those times. ...EXCEPT !, on the other hand, Quite saddened, actually having to miss the very LAST Tour; due to travel logistics...
I certainly could continue details about 'Rush' ..."But I think U probably got the jist. ✌️
Good Canadian boys. R.I.P. Neil.
Several times in the late 70's up until the 90's . Always great opening acts like Rory Gallagher, Gary Moore, Blue Oyster Cult ( Rush originally opened for them ) Mr. Big and more.
Rush and AC/DC are two of the top rock bands of all time. And for totally different reasons.
True dat!
Geddy played the Ricky because of Chris Squire who was his idol. He eventually switched to the Fender around 2012, but all of their earlier work was done on the Ricky.
Not true at all. Geddy used a Fender Precision in the very early days of Rush like on all of their first album. He started using a Ric on the second album Fly By Night. But in 1979 he acquired his signature Fender Jazz bass at a pawn shop and started using it in the studio on Permanent Waves for a few songs and then again on most of Moving Pictures except for Red Barchetta and The Camera Eye where the Ric was used. He continued using the Ric in concert up through the Signals tour. Geddy experimented with Steinberger and Wal basses throughout the 80's and early 90's but went back to the Fender Jazz bass on the 1993 Counterparts album and has used it exclusively since.
Fender Jazz on original recording
The ricky growl is due to what I call the caveman pickup. It literally is a bar magnet with poles wrapped in copper wire
Hi, just write stickhits rush,youll get lots of remastered songs, suggestion = natural science live 1997,rush shines in that one
Let it end dude
LOL...under rated solo??
Anyway..nice video, I enjoyed it.
3 time Rush concert goer here. Power Windows, Presto and Time Machine.
My favorite band. RIP Neil.
As for remixes, look at anything from the "Retrospective 3" remakes. This guy must have gotten approval from the band to remix some of their songs. He did about a dozen or so (14) Rush songs and it is the best remix of any Rush songs I've heard. Here, try this link... th-cam.com/video/-2yjhac_DlI/w-d-xo.html
Yes, You need a Ricky!!!
fyi it was vinyl before it was a cd
You cut the end off!
Very hard to sing and play those bass parts at the same time
The most problematic bass guitar repair/setup I've ever done was a Ricky 4001. The way those things are built is definitely not based on common sense.
Geddy is nearly always singing in 4'4 time. Go ahead pick some songs and start counting. Youll see almost always singing is 4'4.
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This remastered version sounds like crap. Oh my god what were they thinking? They ruined it.