WHY This is Rush’s Greatest Song

In today's livestream I explain WHY This is Rush's Greatest Song.
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[lodiggity]

After 41 years of listening to Rush, there are still so many of their songs that give me the chills every time I hear them. Xanadu is one of those songs. There will never be another band like Rush.

[vikingrobot]

I swear Rush saved my life.
Troubled teen with no Dad.
My oldest Brothers were my best friends.
They both went into the army and I was left with my Mom and her abusive boyfriend.
Rush helped me escape reality and I
Spent so many hours immersed in Everything Rush in the 80’s.
Still…looking back to those days I would go back in a heartbeat and do it all over again just to relive the mind blowing alternate universe that Rush took me to every time I put on the headphones.

[paulbaker]

As a musician I can never believe the talent of these guys! They are in a league of there own!!!

[zekesterboospirit]

Ahhhh. The epic Xanadu. Its where my RUSH journey began. My older brother made me listen to Xanadu, in the dark as a nine year old. I was part enthralled and scared. The song continues to blow my mind to this day as a 50 year old. The song means the world to me. Long live RUSH. Love your channel sir. Keep fighting the good fight.

[bigmike]

Rush may not be your favorite band, but they are probably your favorite band's favorite band.

[parrotheadstx]

At 59 years of age - I am still moved emotionally, physically and mentally by their music. As a young 13 year old drummer - I had practiced along to the artist/drummers of the 70's. But it wasn't until I heard Rush, more specifically Neil Peart, when the light came on - suddenly pulling me towards a style I wanted to emulate. I cannot count the hours I've spent over the past 45+ years trying to nail down his drum parts. Thank you for spending time on this episode showcasing Rush. We all miss the band. We all miss you Neil. Thank you for what you gave us during all of your years.

[tsameere]

Rush. The greatest rock band ever. From another planet.

[nipisi]

NEVER GETS old. A true masterpiece of Rush, and Classic Progressive Rock. Bravo on Rick calling this one. There is not too many great 3 piece out there like Rush. Killer performance.

[MeWriter]

Neil Peart heard the world in a different way than the rest of us and knew exactly how a song should hit the brain. He was a musical genius.

[jamelakajamal]

So many Great ones, I’m just sad I didn’t get to see them live

[TheDriveDemo]

I'm a massive RUSH fan and have listened to Xanadu numerous times over the years, but Rick, you gave me an insight to the song I never had before. Thank you!

[cracktact]

The vocals on that last "Oh is it paradise?" just give you goosebumps like...how?

[marclavigne]

The most amazing bit, is that it was written to play live, with 12 & 6 string double neck, a 6 string guitar & 4 string bass double neck, keyboards, bass peddles and drums, by only 3 musicians. And Geddy still had some spare time for vocals 😂

[grimdimly]

An interview with Alex and Geddy would be amazing! I believe Geddy is working on a memoir right now, and Alex has his new Envy Of None band. So they will both have new projects to promote.

[williammeek]

I was hooked on RUSH from the beginning, listening to the first album. Epic debut outing . Love Xanadu, Cygnus X-1, but 2112 will always be my favorite.

[tonyjanusky]

Having seen them play Xanadu live at Maple Leaf Gardens on New Years Eve 1978 was an unbelievable thing to witness! The depth and complexity of their performance was mind-blowing for my 16-year-old self, especially as a fledgling bassist! Still just SO incredible to hear! Thank, Rick for featuring this!

[Chord_The_Seeker]

I saw Rush live on the “Presto” tour. When they played “Xanadu” Geddy was playing bass with his left hand, keyboard with his right hand, Taurus pedals with his feet, and singing at the same time. Simply amazing!

[SquirrelTheater]

3 of the greatest musicians, songwriters, lyricists and performers ever to play music. EVER. 👍🏻😎
P.S. Neil wasn’t a drummer. He was a master percussionist and one of the best lyricists ever.

[Heathcoatman]

Xanadu is amazing. La Villa Strangiato is what I consider their greatest song. This period is my favorite for rush. the 2112, Farewell To Kings, Hemispheres period. You talk about Geddy's slide but the amazing part is he's doing that with one hand, playing keyboard with the other and moog pedals with his feet. I've seen him do this several times singing.

[Fishman-]

What an absolute masterpiece this song is. How could this get old. Every time I listen to it, it must be played as loud as my ears can take. The 3 amigos of progressive rock. These guys make me proud to be Canadian.