This band is a testament to musicianship, teamwork, perseverance. The idea that a 3 piece band can produce such a textured and deep sound is astounding.. 40 years together, wow! I can ony imagine how many times Geddy heard he shouldn't be a singer.
Being a Retired Bassist MYSELF..I Bas8cally Patterned My Whole Style Agte4 Him..Hey why NOT Rite..To Me He Was the King of All Bassists..Hannah's He Could Sing Kikk ASS as WELL 😁👍✌🤘
I heard a guy [doing one of those 'reaction videos'] say that Geddy’s voice 'is a perfect match' for the band’s sound.....and that 'his [Geddy’s] voice is like another integral instrument.... In my mind there has never been and never will be another group like RUSH. They did not let their fame go to their heads....they did not let their fame rule their lives....they remain the 3 human beings from Canada.....the 3 human beings who used their gifts to Bless the rest of humanity......kind of the way I think we are all meant to do. God richly Bless all here.
Ralph Porcelli I stood at the barrier in front of Geezer Butler a couple of times. First time I was awe struck at his playing and just watched his fingers dance across the bass. I would put him in my top 3 bassists. My number one would be Norman Watt Roy.....he is phenomenal.
Alex Lifeson, the most underrated guitarist in rock... I guess it doesn't matter anymore though, seeing as how they've retired the band.... No one is gonna be able to fill those shoes, and that's exactly how it should be.... Thanks guys for nearly 50 ass kicking years....
Why do people say that really famous guitarists are underrated? How is Lifeson underrated? He’s one of the most successful, recognized and well respected guitarists of all time.
RIP Neil. The Professor. I’ve been getting into Mike Portnoy and his projects lately. Winery Dogs and Sons of Apollo are both kickin ass. For me Mike deserves the title Young Professor.
I remember an interviewer asking Geddy to describe Alex's playing style, and Geddy responded "demented", lol. He said, that it always amazes him how Alex can squeek the most demented sounding notes out of his guitar, so I suppose that is what Geddy is doing, eagerly anticipating and waiting for Alex, to "squeek" some demented note out of his guitar, that he's never heard before, lol.
I absolutely love Rush, no gimmicks or silly outfits, just straight forward, yet complex kick ass rock and roll. No one will compare to these guys ever. And Neil was the 8th wonder of the world!
I reluctantly went to see them in 1981. A college friend gave me the ticket. What resulted was one of the best live performances I have ever seen. Blew the place away! A fan ever since. On a side note I insisted on paying for the ticket. Neil Pert WOW!
My old boss saw them in Tulsa Oklahoma in the early 80s in an arena. He said less than a hundred people came, and rather than canceling the show, the band had everyone come down to the barrier and gave them a 3 hour show as if 50,000 people were there. Thats the mark of professionalism.
Love the washing machines - apparently a sarcastic jab at a critic who complained that watching them on stage was like watching a washer and dryer. Canada very proudly claims Rush, and Rush has stayed true to the Great White North. Well done guys.
Dean Wallis Geddy Lee stopped using bass amps years ago in favor of the venue's sound system, so he, weird sense of humor he has, puts other things on stage instead including rotisserie chickens, washing machines, vending machines, stuff like that. It's bizarre but hey, why not? They can do whatever they want, they're RUSH!
Dean Wallis, he started with a refrigerator. The old Sunn and Ampeg bass speaker enclosures he used were shoulder-high; the size of a small refrigerator. Musicians colloquially referred to them as "refrigerator amps". When he went to his direct-input system, there was nothing behind him on stage, while Alex still had his trademark wall of guitar amps. It looked unbalanced. So he started putting props there, starting with a refrigerator.
@ Jon Roth...Too funny. That’s like saying “I decree Apple pie is the best desert of all time, without equal.” Or “ I hereby decree that beer is better than rye whiskey...it’s without equal.” You can’t quantify music in that way. It makes no sense. Music is different for everyone, that’s what makes it so cool.
@ Jon Roth Your getting into some heavy water there. They are Very, Very good but there's some others to consider as well. you're enthusiasm is palpable.
Even if you want to "limit" your list to 3 member bands you still have, Cream, The Jimi Hendrix Experience and even The Police. Beyond that you will really get into some debates. Keep on keepin on..
I love how Rush is able to multitask while working. They're playing a live show for 2 hours and also using that same time to do their laundry. That's using their time wisely!
I play guitar so naturally I watch the guitarist when I'm watching a video like this. But when it's Rush I can't take my eyes off of Neil. He's so amazing. It's insane.
3 or 4 octaves? are you serious? his voice has dropped by at the most a few keys. he can comfortably reach B4 and the highest note ged ever sang was a b flat 5- only a diminshed 7th higher. plus in the time machine tour 2011 ged got to an F5. so yes, his vocals are pretty incredible for his age. he is 50 here btw.
When I see these old videos of Mr .Peart...I am amazed he was able to play for as many years as he did. The power and speed of his drum fills remains unsurpassed. RIP sir and thank you Rush for all your music I've listened to since 1975.
Not to be rude but your stating that Neil was THE best drummer in the history of rock is just your opinion. Neil IS, and always will be, one of THE all time greats, no two ways about it, but he was not THE best drummer. Just saying. You also said that none compare. Have you ever heard of Danny Carey. The dude is an absolute beast
Haven’t been able to get this version out my head since I heard the very sad news of Neil’s passing this evening. A dark day indeed for musicians and fans alike.
I was there. Drove from NS in a $500 car w friends.... $20 tickets.slept in a parking lot nearby. ..ACDC stole the show. I missed Woodstock 99 so wasn’t missing SARSstock. Zero regrets.
this concert only had bands playing 20 min sets and rush playing third from closing (rush/ACDC/Stones in order) only got a 40 min set i believe. People were super super hot as it was at least a 100 degrees on that old airport tarmac they used and something . ACDC were awesome, but atleast 30% of the crowd was beat when stones actually came on and you could see the long serpent line of people leaving when ACDC were done. You could go back home/hotel and get the Stones on TV as it was broadcast on Canadian TV stations.
@@ChampippleD l stayed for the Stones, but left with about 3 songs to go. AC/DC was the best of the day. It was good though, got it and on the highway with no problems and home in record time from Toronto.
I hate both AC/DC and the Stones, so might’ve left after Rush. (Especially if it was so hot outside!) This SARS benefit took place on July 30, 2003. I’ll never forget the date because.... IT WAS ONE DAY AFTER GEDDY TURNED 50!!
A few things: 1- Geddy sounds incredible, nearly identical to 1981.2- He also soloed the neck pickup on his bass, so his tone is WAY closer to the original recording.3- Holy crap these guys make so much sound!
@@Frip36 Yeah, because over a million people saw them and I couldn't possibly be one of them. And it also couldn't be true because obviously I'm telling a crazy, unbelievable, fantastic lie. I saw them in July in Portland, at the Moda Center. Suck it.
Neal Peart is a perfectionist when it comes to playing the drums ( especially live.) He gets it sounding as close to the record as possible. The other two are just as impressive.
I started playing guitar when I was 12.. Im 53 now. I was no slouch. When I tell people they get this Joan Bias hippy strumming an acoustic around a campfire idea.. then I show them a video and they're like, oh.. freaking clueless people today.. It was always a lifelong dream to play in front of a sea of people like that.. Then a year ago, I had a major heart attack and a major stroke at the same time.. I was in ICU for 10 days on my death bed.. By the grace of God, I survived. But I lost control of my left hand/arm and can no longer play. One of my other dreams was to have a youtube channel when Im 80 and go to music stores to blow young kids away with my playing.. That wont happen now.. But I still play in my head.. I can see it and hear it.. I just can no longer do it.
I attended this show. A friend and I drove from Denver to Toronto to see Rush play in their home town. More than a half a million people were in that crowd. It was one of the largest single-day concerts in North American history. We ended up about 10 rows back from the stage. It was an endless sea of people behind us. Amazing event.
Jerry Neal I was 70 yds. from centre stage, right in front of the 1st divider fence. I could feel the heat from the flashfire pots on the Stones sympathy for the devil, you must have really felt that intensely!
I thought I've seen everything Rush-related as I've been all over their concerts .... this looks like it was from that SARS concert .... These guys, I mean they leave me jaw-dropping mesmerized !! I've said it before and, I'll say it again - 3 guys sounding like a 30-piece Rock Orchestra! Anyone notice how Neil Peart hits those Symbols on the drum set and reaches up to grab/stop them to get the optimal sound - - who does that but a Professor of drums?!!! Geddy Lee = STUD, Alex Lifeson = STUD and Neil Peart = STUD within a STUD !!!!!! RUSH is THEE BEST !!!!!!!!!
Vapor Trails tour remains alive in my memory. November 2002 RIO BRAZIL and I was there witnessing these 03 fabulous musicians in their first time here in Brazil. RUSH is timeless, period.
I can't help but wonder how many women had a crush on Neil and how many had a crush on Geddy my deepest regret I never got to attend a Rush concert I tried to get a head start on purchasing a ticket but I fell short each and every freaking time! I videos , cassettes, albums, CDs, but it's nothing like experiencing a live performance! I recall the time when Neil Diamond was doing a concert in Omaha way back when and when it came to purchase my ticket they said sorry but we sold out after waiting over four hours in line.
Why do you not mention where this performance happened and the date in your description ? People want to know. It's SarsStock / Toronto Rocks in Toronto on July 30, 2003. Done.
I have been listening to these guys for over 40 years ever since I was a kid. In that time I have learned one lesson time and time again. Rush is and forever will be without equal. I miss these guys.
It's great when they pan to the crowd too. RUSH is so great live. The best band on the planet if you ask me. Up there along side Floyd...but all round....they're the masters. The creative force in this trio
As a band it seems likely that they are completely finished. Geddy and Alex remain musically active individually, so new music from them is a possibility.
Seen them several times. Became a fan from all the worlds a stage. THANKS TO MY FRIEND JIM SHAUL, S.BFLO.N.Y. i play drums and its wild playing to these guys all these years. THE BEST FUCKING ROCK BAND OF ALL TIME. THANK YOU GENTLEMEN FOR A WONDERFUL JOURNEY THROUGH TIME AND SPACE. I WOULD GLADLY TAKE THE RIDE ALL OVER AGAIN. WHAT A TRIP. 41 YEARS A FAN, PROUDLY.
I'm so lucky to have discovered Rush in 10th grade 1978. I also think it's great that my intro was Archives - that shows you something right there that such a relatively young band would have a boxed set of their first three studio albums. I was the first of my friends to delve into Rush, I bought Archives and 2112, played them for the first time in chronilogical order - was absolutely stunned, amazed, and hooked. Within a week I had purchased All the World's a Stage and A Farewell to Kings. I got Hemispheres when it was released later that year and saw Rush live for the first time on their Hemispheres tour. What a great band, and what a great bunch of guys - to imagine all their work, all their time together, still respecting each other, still friends and still down to earth. The best band of all time.
I don't know why, but seeing how young they were in the video and how old they are now looks pretty cool. Good things don't grow old is a better way to put it.
what a great tuning... and another one when i come here i will always comment and watch it thousands of times it's great perforamcne people are stunned not believing what they're hearing and without reaction what an extraordinarily cool song!!!
Amazing 3 piece... Neil...an iconic drummer prolific writer and as enigmatic a character you will ever reflect upon. Many years of rocknroll joy. Cheers Alex & Geddy. Thank you God bless you and all there of your families. Vr Jw
I love the story Neil told about being side-stage and waiting to go on at this show. An older gentleman approached him and said ‘I’m going to be watching you!’ which he said was weird…he didn’t realize until later that it was Charlie Watts of the Stones! Even a legend like Charlie knew of the Professor’s prowess on the kit ❤️
@@neilisaacson imo he's not underrated ! A shitload of rockstar guitarists of all styles praise Alex for his awesome musicianship, and rightly so. Plus all the zillions of Rush fans worldwide. Underrated? No way !
I remember in high school a bandmate was an Alex Lifeson fan and I was EVH fan. He did learn me on Alex’s genius and on the 30 minute school bus ride to and from school we got to listen to whatever we wanted as long as no vulgarity in lyrics. (No swearing those days) so we rotated Moving Pictures, AC/DC Back in Black and Van Halens 1st album. Good times.
never heard any sandals about rush like other bands great bunch of guys great songs my 1st rush was 2112 got it when it1st came out way back in the 70s always loved rush still listen to a lot of rush rip neal rush fan forever :)
if there were these much people for the body of Jesus Christ in one place every day, Do you realize the shift, for a better world it would be. There would be no more tears and so much healing. Thats how powerfull we are in Christ. Chose who you serve.
It has to feel very powerful standing in front of so many people giving them what they want and at the same time giving what the band wants to give yet these three humble fellas never let that feeling ruin anything. Best band ever. Thank you Geddy and Alex and may your friend Neil rock on in heaven.
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These guys truly have no egos. Great musicians and incredible people. RIP NP
Saw RUSH my only time during their 30th Anniversary Tour. RIP Neil.
No egos and boring. Seem to go together. Seriously, we don't want every band being Rush.
These guys embraced Canada as everyone should embrace their country. As Rush sang Freedom isn't free and you can't get nothing from something.
@@Frip36 Obviously, another drinker of HaterAde
Captain Sunday Beavis and Butt Head is purely American.
This band is a testament to musicianship, teamwork, perseverance. The idea that a 3 piece band can produce such a textured and deep sound is astounding.. 40 years together, wow! I can ony imagine how many times Geddy heard he shouldn't be a singer.
WHO EVER SAID GEDDY SHOULDN'T BE A SINGER IS AN IDIOT.
Being a Retired Bassist MYSELF..I Bas8cally Patterned My Whole Style Agte4 Him..Hey why NOT Rite..To Me He Was the King of All Bassists..Hannah's He Could Sing Kikk ASS as WELL 😁👍✌🤘
It wouldn't be rush without Getty's voice 🙏🏻
I heard a guy [doing one of those 'reaction videos'] say that Geddy’s voice 'is a perfect match' for the band’s sound.....and that 'his [Geddy’s] voice is like another integral instrument....
In my mind there has never been and never will be another group like RUSH.
They did not let their fame go to their heads....they did not let their fame rule their lives....they remain the 3 human beings from Canada.....the 3 human beings who used their gifts to Bless the rest of humanity......kind of the way I think we are all meant to do.
God richly Bless all here.
Ralph Porcelli I stood at the barrier in front of Geezer Butler a couple of times. First time I was awe struck at his playing and just watched his fingers dance across the bass. I would put him in my top 3 bassists. My number one would be Norman Watt Roy.....he is phenomenal.
Alex Lifeson, the most underrated guitarist in rock... I guess it doesn't matter anymore though, seeing as how they've retired the band.... No one is gonna be able to fill those shoes, and that's exactly how it should be.... Thanks guys for nearly 50 ass kicking years....
Titus 2:13 Alex does a guitar lesson for Limelight here on TH-cam. He’s so humble.
Why do people say that really famous guitarists are underrated? How is Lifeson underrated? He’s one of the most successful, recognized and well respected guitarists of all time.
David Wilson...err...fake media? what?!
How much pot have you smoker today?
His ability to play chords and fill the stage ....and what a humble humble man..... Love this fucking band so much
Under-rated?? He's widely seen as a huge influence for so many guitarists.
RiP Neil. Best drummer of all time.😥😥😥
Dam right
RIP Mr Peart, Sina from Germany does drum covers, she does Sawyer and the rest, just putting it out
Ouvi falar desse baterista,comecei a ver alguns vídeos dele, realmente ele é the best.
RIP Neil. The Professor. I’ve been getting into Mike Portnoy and his projects lately. Winery Dogs and Sons of Apollo are both kickin ass. For me Mike deserves the title Young Professor.
.......busiest anyway!
I love how Geddy always watches Alex’s solos with amusement. These guys truly live for music, True artists, such a classy and talented group.
I remember an interviewer asking Geddy to describe Alex's playing style, and Geddy responded "demented", lol. He said, that it always amazes him how Alex can squeek the most demented sounding notes out of his guitar, so I suppose that is what Geddy is doing, eagerly anticipating and waiting for Alex, to "squeek" some demented note out of his guitar, that he's never heard before, lol.
Put a little extra into this solo. For the kids.
I absolutely love Rush, no gimmicks or silly outfits, just straight forward, yet complex kick ass rock and roll. No one will compare to these guys ever. And Neil was the 8th wonder of the world!
And The Lord spoke unto the angels, and said unto them:
"I need Neil Peart in my band."
Best comment ever!!
It’s the only thing that makes sense if were being honest!!!RIP NEIL!!!
and the angel said; "You Got It my Lord"....
I think that Jimi Hendrix wanted Neil Peart for Christmas, but maybe it was God. Maybe they are all in the same band. Nothing surprises me anymore
@@victorvisser403 it IS 2020 afterall..
I reluctantly went to see them in 1981. A college friend gave me the ticket. What resulted was one of the best live performances I have ever seen. Blew the place away! A fan ever since. On a side note I insisted on paying for the ticket. Neil Pert WOW!
AssinnippiJack Peart
Dude ‘81 was there peak... lucky man
@@rollipolioli their
My old boss saw them in Tulsa Oklahoma in the early 80s in an arena. He said less than a hundred people came, and rather than canceling the show, the band had everyone come down to the barrier and gave them a 3 hour show as if 50,000 people were there.
Thats the mark of professionalism.
Love the washing machines - apparently a sarcastic jab at a critic who complained that watching them on stage was like watching a washer and dryer. Canada very proudly claims Rush, and Rush has stayed true to the Great White North. Well done guys.
Dean Wallis Geddy Lee stopped using bass amps years ago in favor of the venue's sound system, so he, weird sense of humor he has, puts other things on stage instead including rotisserie chickens, washing machines, vending machines, stuff like that. It's bizarre but hey, why not? They can do whatever they want, they're RUSH!
Dean Wallis answered my question... thanks
Dean Wallis, he started with a refrigerator. The old Sunn and Ampeg bass speaker enclosures he used were shoulder-high; the size of a small refrigerator. Musicians colloquially referred to them as "refrigerator amps". When he went to his direct-input system, there was nothing behind him on stage, while Alex still had his trademark wall of guitar amps. It looked unbalanced. So he started putting props there, starting with a refrigerator.
Dean Wallis the North remembers
What that "critic" wrote reminds me of what drops in a field full of cows.
I am hereby decreeing Rush to being the most talented group in the history of rock and roll. They are without equal.
@ Jon Roth...Too funny. That’s like saying “I decree Apple pie is the best desert of all time, without equal.” Or “ I hereby decree that beer is better than rye whiskey...it’s without equal.” You can’t quantify music in that way. It makes no sense. Music is different for everyone, that’s what makes it so cool.
@ Jon Roth
Your getting into some heavy water there. They are Very, Very good but there's some others to consider as well. you're enthusiasm is palpable.
Jon Roth , Better than that, my friend. From Iowa, USA
ABSOLUTELY!!!👍
Even if you want to "limit" your list to 3 member bands you still have, Cream, The Jimi Hendrix Experience and even The Police.
Beyond that you will really get into some debates.
Keep on keepin on..
There is no band like Rush, and there will never be another drummer like Neil Peart.
Rush is one of those few bands that sound exactly like the album when they play live.
They sound BETTER than the album
They always said they wanted to be able to reproduce album sound live. It is and always was a huge motivating factor for them.
Unlike Van Halen in the Roth era. Jeeze. Rush is phenomenal!
@@Mark-OutWest Different animals. VH was never about recreating the album on stage, it was about the show. The two aren't even remotely the same.
maybe this is because they have one singer with a VERY distinctive voice
I love how Rush is able to multitask while working. They're playing a live show for 2 hours and also using that same time to do their laundry. That's using their time wisely!
RIP Neil Peart. This is one of my favorite Rush performances.
I play guitar so naturally I watch the guitarist when I'm watching a video like this. But when it's Rush I can't take my eyes off of Neil. He's so amazing. It's insane.
Those vocals for his age are insane.... His technique is so underrated
this is pretty old footage, its a shame to watch them now his voice is like 3 or 4 octaves lower nowadays, but this is agreat performance!
3 or 4 octaves? are you serious? his voice has dropped by at the most a few keys. he can comfortably reach B4 and the highest note ged ever sang was a b flat 5- only a diminshed 7th higher. plus in the time machine tour 2011 ged got to an F5. so yes, his vocals are pretty incredible for his age. he is 50 here btw.
dtp056 4 octaves? Lol bro he would be singing in a lower frequency than his bass
They're tuned down like 1.5 steps, but yeah, still impressive.
Finley Nash Underrated by who, ballboy?? Sold out tours, chart topping hits and highly acclaimed albums. You must be fucking high.
When I see these old videos of Mr .Peart...I am amazed he was able to play for as many years as he did. The power and speed of his drum fills remains unsurpassed. RIP sir and thank you Rush for all your music I've listened to since 1975.
I was never a huge Rush fan even though some of my friends were...
But as I’ve aged I’ve come to see what a truly amazing band they were.💪👍
Its because youve decided to stop living,they do nothing for me and is that an older harry potter on bass?
my wife never was either until i played some of the songs for her now she understands how great they are
@@waynefjeld452 play her acdc,then see what she thinks of rush
@@russe19642 she loves ac dc i'm 60 shes 52 we have listened to both for a lot of years :)
@@waynefjeld452 yeh im acdc as well,just dont get rush more thinking mans music
The best drummer in the history of rock and roll. None can compare.
@Terncote so sensitive
John Bonham compares.
Yeah, really? Peart was great! No doubt about it but so is Dave Grohl, John Bonham and Jimmy Chamberlain!
You forgot John Bonham.
Not to be rude but your stating that Neil was THE best drummer in the history of rock is just your opinion. Neil IS, and always will be, one of THE all time greats, no two ways about it, but he was not THE best drummer. Just saying. You also said that none compare. Have you ever heard of Danny Carey. The dude is an absolute beast
Play a concert and do your wash at the same time. Multitasking at it's finest.
GOTTA LOVE EM...SPECIALLY GETTY
One tour had rotisserie chicken cookers...
I love Getty. My hero 💕
Nancy Davis
...and Geddy also! 😉😘
chyba Geddy
Haven’t been able to get this version out my head since I heard the very sad news of Neil’s passing this evening. A dark day indeed for musicians and fans alike.
The size of that crowd is just amazing, a tribute to how amazing this band was
I think this was the Sars concert in Toronto
As a lifelong drummer, for Neal Peart I have no words....only speechless awe. Rest easy. Your sounds will exist on this earth forever.
R.i.p Mr. Neil "the professor " Peart. Gone but not forgotten. May you rock on.😷🙏🥁🥁🥁
Rip Neil bad ass drummer never forgotten
RIP Rock In Peace, Neil "the professor" Peart.
Best band ever!
Absol AJ , plus three of the classiest and nicest people you'll ever meet in the world of rock.
Absol AJ Best three man band ever for sure.
Maybe he was stoned and can't remember the dates, LOL!
Rush geddy Alex neil
they sort of copied the Welsh band Budgie
I was there. Drove from NS in a $500 car w friends.... $20 tickets.slept in a parking lot nearby. ..ACDC stole the show.
I missed Woodstock 99 so wasn’t missing SARSstock. Zero regrets.
This concert (called SARSstock) took place in Toronto in 2003 at Downsview Park
Thanks G for the concert details, was gonna post the question. Hopefully theres more coverage out there.
this concert only had bands playing 20 min sets and rush playing third from closing (rush/ACDC/Stones in order) only got a 40 min set i believe. People were super super hot as it was at least a 100 degrees on that old airport tarmac they used and something . ACDC were awesome, but atleast 30% of the crowd was beat when stones actually came on and you could see the long serpent line of people leaving when ACDC were done. You could go back home/hotel and get the Stones on TV as it was broadcast on Canadian TV stations.
Drew H Yup, I was there and left after ACDC. Friends who stayed said I didn’t miss much.
@@ChampippleD l stayed for the Stones, but left with about 3 songs to go. AC/DC was the best of the day. It was good though, got it and on the highway with no problems and home in record time from Toronto.
I hate both AC/DC and the Stones, so might’ve left after Rush. (Especially if it was so hot outside!) This SARS benefit took place on July 30, 2003. I’ll never forget the date because.... IT WAS ONE DAY AFTER GEDDY TURNED 50!!
A few things:
1- Geddy sounds incredible, nearly identical to 1981.2- He also soloed the neck pickup on his bass, so his tone is WAY closer to the original recording.3- Holy crap these guys make so much sound!
Felken Out of this World...!!! Awesome.
Fifty Ain’t old!
Alex’s guitar tone on this, especially on the cleans are just freaking incredible.
I saw them on their final tour, in 2015. They were rocking just as hard as ever.
liar
@@Frip36 Yeah, because over a million people saw them and I couldn't possibly be one of them. And it also couldn't be true because obviously I'm telling a crazy, unbelievable, fantastic lie. I saw them in July in Portland, at the Moda Center. Suck it.
@@damachine3 true. but you're still lying. let's face it.
@@Frip36 Haha
Saw them the last two times they came to my state.
Neal Peart is a perfectionist when it comes to playing the drums ( especially live.) He gets it sounding as close to the record as possible. The other two are just as impressive.
3:16-3:25 gives me goosebumps every time... Can't explain it and I don't know why. Greatest band ever!
I read your comment, waited for the moment, and you aren't the only one my friend.
Kevin Wolfenden ❤️
We get goosebumps because the 1980s ROCKED!!!!!!!!
Because it's fucking beautiful....
Same
WOW, Remember when people used to get together and have fun ??
I Still just can't believe it 😥 Now you have no more suffering..
RIP Neil you will be missed by many 🙏
LOTTA SOUND FOR JUST 3 GUYS!!!!!
Pre-concert conversation between roadies: "Did you bring the laundry?"
"Yeah, did you bring the change to feed the dryers?"
"Oh, shit."
I started playing guitar when I was 12.. Im 53 now. I was no slouch. When I tell people they get this Joan Bias hippy strumming an acoustic around a campfire idea.. then I show them a video and they're like, oh.. freaking clueless people today..
It was always a lifelong dream to play in front of a sea of people like that.. Then a year ago, I had a major heart attack and a major stroke at the same time.. I was in ICU for 10 days on my death bed.. By the grace of God, I survived. But I lost control of my left hand/arm and can no longer play. One of my other dreams was to have a youtube channel when Im 80 and go to music stores to blow young kids away with my playing.. That wont happen now.. But I still play in my head.. I can see it and hear it.. I just can no longer do it.
Blown away how Geddy can play bass, synthesizer pedals and sing simultaneously here. No matter your musical style, his performance is jaw dropping.
I attended this show. A friend and I drove from Denver to Toronto to see Rush play in their home town. More than a half a million people were in that crowd. It was one of the largest single-day concerts in North American history. We ended up about 10 rows back from the stage. It was an endless sea of people behind us. Amazing event.
Jerry Neal I bet parking and going to the bathroom was a real pleasure.
It took an hour to get back to where the porta-potties were set up. ;)
Jerry Neal I was 70 yds. from centre stage, right in front of the 1st divider fence. I could feel the heat from the flashfire pots on the Stones sympathy for the devil, you must have really felt that intensely!
This live version of Limelight gives me chills ... Rest In Peace, Neil
This might be the best version of "limelight" I have ever heard. Incredibly talented group...RIP NP
Saw Rush in Albuquerque 2010. Waited a lifetime for that show. Was well worth it
Hell of crowd there...always liked rush. My first concert when I was 13 years old.
I thought I've seen everything Rush-related as I've been all over their concerts .... this looks like it was from that SARS concert .... These guys, I mean they leave me jaw-dropping mesmerized !! I've said it before and, I'll say it again - 3 guys sounding like a 30-piece Rock Orchestra! Anyone notice how Neil Peart hits those Symbols on the drum set and reaches up to grab/stop them to get the optimal sound - - who does that but a Professor of drums?!!! Geddy Lee = STUD, Alex Lifeson = STUD and Neil Peart = STUD within a STUD !!!!!! RUSH is THEE BEST !!!!!!!!!
Best there ever was... best there will ever be...
Vapor Trails tour remains alive in my memory. November 2002 RIO BRAZIL and I was there witnessing these 03 fabulous musicians in their first time here in Brazil. RUSH is timeless, period.
RIP Neil. You were the greatest.
Superb drumming as always from the master himself: Neil is hitting the snare drum really hard during this live performance!
I can't help but wonder how many women had a crush on Neil and how many had a crush on Geddy my deepest regret I never got to attend a Rush concert I tried to get a head start on purchasing a ticket but I fell short each and every freaking time! I videos , cassettes, albums, CDs, but it's nothing like experiencing a live performance! I recall the time when Neil Diamond was doing a concert in Omaha way back when and when it came to purchase my ticket they said sorry but we sold out after waiting over four hours in line.
neil gone but his victory was was selena meeting him again on the other side. i can only imagine his eyes and smile seeing her again!
They sure sound like there are 3 more band members hidden in the back. What depth out of a trio. Incredible.
If this is the SARS show in Toronto I was there. RUSH should have been the headliner but AC DC and the Stones went on after them.
Why do you not mention where this performance happened and the date in your description ? People want to know. It's SarsStock / Toronto Rocks in Toronto on July 30, 2003. Done.
I have been listening to these guys for over 40 years ever since I was a kid. In that time I have learned one lesson time and time again. Rush is and forever will be without equal. I miss these guys.
Rush rocks! look at that audience, They're one of the ALL-TIME GREATS!!!
Rush is an amazing band. Lyrics, guitar, bass. Very unique even now in 2018. So much intellect went into their songs. Just outright genius.
It's great when they pan to the crowd too. RUSH is so great live. The best band on the planet if you ask me. Up there along side Floyd...but all round....they're the masters. The creative force in this trio
Fan since 2112. I'll cherish all the Rush concerts I attended. RIP to the best rock drummer ever.
Rush in my opinion is the best rock band of today.
Agreed \m/
They've retired.
From touring at least! But also studio?
As a band it seems likely that they are completely finished. Geddy and Alex remain musically active individually, so new music from them is a possibility.
Avelino Mayoral they were at their peak in the 80's
Met Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee backstage Glasgow 2004.Not only are they amazing musicians but are genuine people.A memory that will last forever
Okay, I'm fairly new when it comes to Rush but this song is great! Especially that guitar solo!
Alex has said the “haunting” solo from this tune is one of his personal favorites
Rush never gets old! Best band to come from home.
not only did Geddy Lee have washing machines on stage, but he only got them running LOL gotta love his sense of humor :D
One of the few (if not ONLY) bands I know that still sound as good 30 years later.
Sad i only got to see them once, but it will be a moment i never forget.
Seen them several times. Became a fan from all the worlds a stage. THANKS TO MY FRIEND JIM SHAUL, S.BFLO.N.Y. i play drums and its wild playing to these guys all these years. THE BEST FUCKING ROCK BAND OF ALL TIME. THANK YOU GENTLEMEN FOR A WONDERFUL JOURNEY THROUGH TIME AND SPACE. I WOULD GLADLY TAKE THE RIDE ALL OVER AGAIN. WHAT A TRIP. 41 YEARS A FAN, PROUDLY.
Lo mejor de Canadá.......su gente, el hockey sobre hielo y por supuesto el mejor grupo que todos amamos: RUSH
I'm so lucky to have discovered Rush in 10th grade 1978. I also think it's great that my intro was Archives - that shows you something right there that such a relatively young band would have a boxed set of their first three studio albums. I was the first of my friends to delve into Rush, I bought Archives and 2112, played them for the first time in chronilogical order - was absolutely stunned, amazed, and hooked. Within a week I had purchased All the World's a Stage and A Farewell to Kings. I got Hemispheres when it was released later that year and saw Rush live for the first time on their Hemispheres tour. What a great band, and what a great bunch of guys - to imagine all their work, all their time together, still respecting each other, still friends and still down to earth. The best band of all time.
I’m blown away every time I hear this song
3 piece!!!! Incredible!!!! THANKS Neil!!! Peace brother
I don't know why, but seeing how young they were in the video and how old they are now looks pretty cool. Good things don't grow old is a better way to put it.
IllumiNOTi The_Oblivion_Light things get better with age
+peter standhart One could compare Rush with wine. Over the years it just gets better
what a great tuning... and another one when i come here i will always comment and watch it thousands of times it's great perforamcne people are stunned not believing what they're hearing and without reaction what an extraordinarily cool song!!!
RIP Neil Pert the greatest drummer of his generation
Great song and band….the washing machines behind Geddy Lee is an awesome effect 😎
One of the greatest songs of all time
Amazing 3 piece... Neil...an iconic drummer prolific writer and as enigmatic a character you will ever reflect upon. Many years of rocknroll joy. Cheers Alex & Geddy. Thank you God bless you and all there of your families. Vr Jw
I was there that day, and AC-DC stole the show…but that said, Rush sounded better than anyone. A fantastic mix!
I love the story Neil told about being side-stage and waiting to go on at this show. An older gentleman approached him and said ‘I’m going to be watching you!’ which he said was weird…he didn’t realize until later that it was Charlie Watts of the Stones! Even a legend like Charlie knew of the Professor’s prowess on the kit ❤️
Love hearing these guys still,such a amazing band,such legends n talent that goes with them.R.I.P. Mr.Peart.
Alex is awesome
Alex is way under rated.
@@neilisaacson imo he's not underrated ! A shitload of rockstar guitarists of all styles praise Alex for his awesome musicianship, and rightly so. Plus all the zillions of Rush fans worldwide. Underrated? No way !
So glad I clicked on this video. Awesome musicians. RIP NP.
I remember in high school a bandmate was an Alex Lifeson fan and I was EVH fan. He did learn me on Alex’s genius and on the 30 minute school bus ride to and from school we got to listen to whatever we wanted as long as no vulgarity in lyrics. (No swearing those days) so we rotated Moving Pictures, AC/DC Back in Black and Van Halens 1st album. Good times.
Amazing that a trio can fill a stadium with so much power. Lifeson is incredible.
RIP Neil Peart The best drummer Of The world 😔
never heard any sandals about rush like other bands great bunch of guys great songs my 1st rush was 2112 got it when it1st came out way back in the 70s always loved rush still listen to a lot of rush rip neal rush fan forever :)
“Living in the limeli- washers done”
Haha 🤣🤣... nice one 👍🇬🇧✌️..
if there were these much people for the body of Jesus Christ in one place every day, Do you realize the shift, for a better world it would be. There would be no more tears and so much healing. Thats how powerfull we are in Christ. Chose who you serve.
Looked like a fun place to be that day.
It has to feel very powerful standing in front of so many people giving them what they want and at the same time giving what the band wants to give yet these three humble fellas never let that feeling ruin anything. Best band ever. Thank you Geddy and Alex and may your friend Neil rock on in heaven.
Geddy Lee, voz inconfundível!!!
Every life performance the bland plays every single note to perfection
Such attention to detail is astonishing
Man... thats a LOT of people right there, hey?
SARS aid concert 2003 Toronto. Rolling Stones, AC/DC, Rush etc. 450,000 people
AN IMPRESSIVE BAND WITH AN IMPRESSIVE AUDIENCE. 🤩🤩🤘🤘🎶🎶
I was there for this! Crazy concert!!
Greg Gregory Knock off the politics you lowlife. This is music. Go the CNN forum. Idiot.
@@ArjenvanHassent Flaming Lips were on stage performing when I arrived at this concert, Downsview Fairgrounds!
We love you Rush... 👌
The only band in the world that do their laundry while entertaining a hundred thousand fans.
Three guys. Just three guys making all that beautiful music!
Looks like Geddy and Alex were running though Maytag amps.
Alex had Vending machines
Peary top 5 drummer.Alex top 10 guitarist.Geddy top 5 Bass player.
They've been playing together for over 50 years.
What a day that was!!!! That was the SARS concert at Downsview Park. I was there...front row left.
Geddy Lee my hero...so awesome, he was a little late by 3 seconds when his in the air at 4:20
I would feel sorry for any music group in history having to follpw Rush!
I love love love this video. Thank you for posting!
RUSH Freaking Rules!!!