Drum Teacher Reacts: NEIL PEART | Rush - ''LA VILLA STRANGIATO'' - LIVE | (2020 Reaction)

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[pb]

AND when Neil passed, Stewart Copeland hit the nail on the head when he said “Neil is the most air-drummed-to drummer of all time”. You really should dig deeper, it’s worth it.

[wiseonelol]

It's one of the things that's so endearing to Rush fans - the levity they put into their shows, from the goofy opening to this tune, or the intro mini movies they act in and play coming into shows or after intermissions, the chef coming on stage to throw chickens into the rotisseries, the gorilla coming out to get some popcorn, etc. They're all just so frikkin good at what they do, but they make sure to have fun along the way and entertain the crowd! There's just no band like them!!!

[dan]

So many discovering Rush after the final curtain has come down. RIP Neil.

[lalligood]

That look on Andrew's face is the same look on Rush fans' faces...even when listening to "La Villa Strangiato" for the bazillionth time. It just is.

[Tech-tipsntricks]

This is Alex Lifesons master is guitar not bass and is way underrated an interview with Eddie van Halen, where he was asked what’s it like being worlds best guitar player and he said I don’t know ask Alex Lifeson !!

[krypptn]

Rush fans are some of the most dedicated and hardcore fans out there. Even the idols idolizes Rush. They're just too awesome! We miss you Neil!

[jonnyyen]

People think Rush is super serious, and a lot of times they are, but their sense of humor is always present as well.

[phildupuis]

Who would have thought three guys could create a sound like this -- from a proud Canadian

[thomasdemoss]

i'm 55. US person from Kansas. I"ve loved this band from the first introduction. In Kansas City from the Kansas side it when Kemper Arena. I was in Jr High but my parents knew I was passionate about music. I was into sports. This band became significant to me going forward. Hemispheres is how polished they are for my first time. From that perspective is where my admiration comes from. God bless my man.

[lambofmetallica]

I got to see Rush live in 2012 at the Barclay's Center in NYC. My best friend brought me for my 22nd birthday. By far, one of the best shows I've ever seen. Neil rushed off stage after the 1st of their 3 sets to show the sound guy how to properly mix the bass, as it was so loud it was shaking the venue. Alex's guitar malfunctioned during a song and he decided to dance on stage while he was waiting. God, I wish I could've seen them one more time. Rest In Power Neil <3

[bremexperience]

Neil was so reserved, he did not want the lights on him (his song Limelight reflects that idea). At the end of the concerts, you can see him rushing-running out of the stage, to jump on his motorcycle to get to the next venue. He almost never bowed with the others at the end of a concert, to my knowledge he did bow at the very last concert of the band. Very introverted dude.

[geoffsullivan]

Alex Lifeson is underrated, facts. This guy can do it all, flawlessly and live too! Great reaction! ❤️🎶❤️

[Marrero]

You can argue til the end of time whether he's "the greatest drummer ever". But there's no argument that he is absolutely the most professional by far. You don't get a lot of emotion from him behind the kit because he's so laser focused on playing his part perfectly. Every. Single. Time.

[EchoesDaBear]

Just a reminder - it's Geddy Lee on bass, Alex Lifeson on guitar.
Rush has ALWAYS been a sum of the parts - no one person is truly the de facto #1. Neil, Geddy, Alex are all great at their respective roles!
What you saw/heard at the beginning was the boys being the goofballs they are. Beginning a track with synthesized tuba, etc. was their way of having fun. Keeping it loose. Much like their stage setup - the dryers/vending machines/chicken rotisseries in behind Geddy are their way of exhibiting their sense of humour all the while giving an incredibly tight, high energy, perfect performance for their fans! And they NEVER let us down!
Neil looks so serious because, in his words, he's running a marathon whilst doing complex mathematical calculations for all he does on the skins - try holding a smile while doing that!!

For comparison's sake, this is their 'official' video of this song - it's still done live, just no crowd. To us that know the song so well, they are not playing to the studio track, but actually playing it right there.
To me, besides the studio, this is a definitive version - check it:

[kevinkilduff]

Great narrative, Andrew. What a bloody Tour de Force is "La Villa." Three Jedi masters playing with near technical, rhythmic perfection. No better band has ever graced a stage. If heaven has its own rock concert, these guys will be the headliners!

[donnelson]

As a fellow percussionist(once upon a time), I very much enjoy your Rush reactions. Keep in mind that at the time of the two most recent rush performances you have reacted to, Alex had suffered from psoriatic arthritis in his hands and Neil, very painful tendonitis in both arms for many years. Amazing that they could still perform so brilliantly. Thank you so much for your reaction.

[marklittle]

This to me is their best instrumental. And seeing them interacting while they create this masterpiece is just awesome. They were brothers....and are brothers. The love they have for what they do and each other is stunning to watch. No one can replace them . Hearing the tribute drummers like Danny Carey and Dave Grohl was amazing, but it wasn't Rush. That magic between the three of them is now gone. It is sad but we should be happy we had 4 decades of their magic.

[d]

In 10th grade early eighties every day after school we sat in my friend's rec room and smoked butts, ate oreos, and listened to RUSH with full attention, like we were watching a movie. Four girls. Fun. As much as I like the internet, I'm glad we didn't have it.

[jevs]

This tour was one their best. They were absolutely playing really well. Rush fans do you agree? The laundry equipment was so funny too.

[robertlengyel]

This went from drummer reacts to Neil to drummer reacts to whole band lol love it! Love Rush!!