blueschica Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 (edited) This is from Loudwire and Mike Portnoy and I promise, it really is in honor of Neil. (See article below.) It had me laughing out loud (which felt good after the past month.) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkbRq69kJ7g From Loudwire- "Portnoy, a huge Rush fan, starts off with a couple of easy ones, rocking out to "YYZ" and "The Spirit of Radio." After a bit of meditation, the drummer returns and decides to make the segment a "name that tune," specifically calling out his Sons of Apollo bandmate Bumblefoot. See how well you do on Portnoy's Rush "name that tune" challenge.While the tiny kit was all in good fun, the loss of Rush's Neil Peart is something that truly resonates with Portnoy, who decided this segment should be used for a good cause.“Losing Neil has been truly devastating and heartbreaking and I don’t want to make light out of that. To get serious for a moment, we are going to auction this off. I’m gonna sign it and the proceeds for this are going to go toward brain cancer research. I just wanted to say, Neil, rest in peace. You’ll always be my hero and I love you. Thank you for everything.”To place a bid on the signed kit, click here. All proceeds will go toward the American Brain Tumor Association." To read the whole article- https://loudwire.com...ShtsvdOXgcJwdDc Edited February 12, 2020 by blueschica 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 This is from Loudwire and Mike Portnoy and I promise, it really is in honor of Neil. (See article below.) It had me laughing out loud (which felt good after the past month.) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkbRq69kJ7g From Loudwire- "Portnoy, a huge Rush fan, starts off with a couple of easy ones, rocking out to "YYZ" and "The Spirit of Radio." After a bit of meditation, the drummer returns and decides to make the segment a "name that tune," specifically calling out his Sons of Apollo bandmate Bumblefoot. See how well you do on Portnoy's Rush "name that tune" challenge.While the tiny kit was all in good fun, the loss of Rush's Neil Peart is something that truly resonates with Portnoy, who decided this segment should be used for a good cause.“Losing Neil has been truly devastating and heartbreaking and I don’t want to make light out of that. To get serious for a moment, we are going to auction this off. I’m gonna sign it and the proceeds for this are going to go toward brain cancer research. I just wanted to say, Neil, rest in peace. You’ll always be my hero and I love you. Thank you for everything.”To place a bid on the signed kit, click here. All proceeds will go toward the American Brain Tumor Association." To read the whole article- https://loudwire.com...ShtsvdOXgcJwdDc Classic Becky! Got em all! Did Mike really sign a black drumhead with a black Sharpie? Does not compute. I LOVE YOU TOO NEIL!!!! ALWAYS AND FOREVER! MY HERO!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Entre_Perpetuo Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 Dude. That was actual proof of how memorable each of those drum parts are. I had every answer within a couple seconds, even on that trash kit. Also impressed with Portnoy for actually knowing his stuff, deep cuts and all, and how to play them. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rugen Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 :laughing guy: :laughing guy: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueschica Posted February 12, 2020 Author Share Posted February 12, 2020 Dude. That was actual proof of how memorable each of those drum parts are. I had every answer within a couple seconds, even on that trash kit. Also impressed with Portnoy for actually knowing his stuff, deep cuts and all, and how to play them. Yeah, that's what I found interesting as well! I didn't realize he was so well grounded in Rush! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chemistry1973 Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 Portnoy's full court press continues. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 Portnoy wants to make everything about Portnoy! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jc4gd Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 Dude. That was actual proof of how memorable each of those drum parts are. I had every answer within a couple seconds, even on that trash kit. Also impressed with Portnoy for actually knowing his stuff, deep cuts and all, and how to play them. Yeah, that's what I found interesting as well! I didn't realize he was so well grounded in Rush! For sure. His meticulous work (back in DT days) on hi-hat and cymbals is very Neil influenced. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 Portnoy wants to make everything about Portnoy! I'm glad I met Mike at an after party on his birthday on the Metal Allegiance Tour last year. He was very nice. We talked about Neil and Rush for about five minutes. I didn't bring up DT, but it was a good conversation.Mike is a great drummer but he will live in the shadow of Neil FOREVER! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grep Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 f**k. There would be no DT without Rush. Say what you want about Mike, but he's as much a fan as any of us here. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 Portnoy wants to make everything about Portnoy! I'm glad I met Mike at an after party on his birthday on the Metal Allegiance Tour last year. He was very nice. We talked about Neil and Rush for about five minutes. I didn't bring up DT, but it was a good conversation.Mike is a great drummer but he will live in the shadow of Neil FOREVER!You probably were best not bringing up DT. Things could have turned ugly if you'd worn a Distance Over Time t-shirt or A Dramatic Turn of Events t-shirt! Was Bobby Blitz at the concert you saw? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 Portnoy wants to make everything about Portnoy! I'm glad I met Mike at an after party on his birthday on the Metal Allegiance Tour last year. He was very nice. We talked about Neil and Rush for about five minutes. I didn't bring up DT, but it was a good conversation.Mike is a great drummer but he will live in the shadow of Neil FOREVER!You probably were best not bringing up DT. Things could have turned ugly if you'd worn a Distance Over Time t-shirt or A Dramatic Turn of Events t-shirt! Was Bobby Blitz at the concert you saw? Bobby Blotzer? Who is Bobby Blitz? I wore my "Hemispheres" t shirt to the gig because I knew I had afterparty passes with my buddy Dan. He is good friends with John Bush from Armored Saint. Mike loved my shirt (obviously) so it sparked and incredible conversation about RUSH and NEIL........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 f**k. There would be no DT without Rush. Say what you want about Mike, but he's as much a fan as any of us here. Lol!! Without: ELPKansasYesMetallicaIron MaidenDeep PurpleLed Zeppelin Pink FloydBlack SabbathGenesisThe WhoKing CrimsonTOOLThe Beatles There would be no DT! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 Portnoy wants to make everything about Portnoy! I'm glad I met Mike at an after party on his birthday on the Metal Allegiance Tour last year. He was very nice. We talked about Neil and Rush for about five minutes. I didn't bring up DT, but it was a good conversation.Mike is a great drummer but he will live in the shadow of Neil FOREVER!You probably were best not bringing up DT. Things could have turned ugly if you'd worn a Distance Over Time t-shirt or A Dramatic Turn of Events t-shirt! Was Bobby Blitz at the concert you saw? Bobby Blotzer? Who is Bobby Blitz? I wore my "Hemispheres" t shirt to the gig because I knew I had afterparty passes with my buddy Dan. He is good friends with John Bush from Armored Saint. Mike loved my shirt (obviously) so it sparked and incredible conversation about RUSH and NEIL........He's Overkill's lead singer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 Portnoy wants to make everything about Portnoy! I'm glad I met Mike at an after party on his birthday on the Metal Allegiance Tour last year. He was very nice. We talked about Neil and Rush for about five minutes. I didn't bring up DT, but it was a good conversation.Mike is a great drummer but he will live in the shadow of Neil FOREVER!You probably were best not bringing up DT. Things could have turned ugly if you'd worn a Distance Over Time t-shirt or A Dramatic Turn of Events t-shirt! Was Bobby Blitz at the concert you saw? Bobby Blotzer? Who is Bobby Blitz? I wore my "Hemispheres" t shirt to the gig because I knew I had afterparty passes with my buddy Dan. He is good friends with John Bush from Armored Saint. Mike loved my shirt (obviously) so it sparked and incredible conversation about RUSH and NEIL........He's Overkill's lead singer! Yep! He was there. Not into Overkill! Sorry!! Give me Testament and Death Angel! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grep Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 f**k. There would be no DT without Rush. Say what you want about Mike, but he's as much a fan as any of us here. Lol!! Without: ELPKansasYesMetallicaIron MaidenDeep PurpleLed ZeppelinPink FloydBlack SabbathGenesisThe WhoKing CrimsonTOOLThe Beatles There would be no DT! I hear you. However, both Mike and John have said the same thing - No Rush, no DT. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 f**k. There would be no DT without Rush. Say what you want about Mike, but he's as much a fan as any of us here. Lol!! Without: ELPKansasYesMetallicaIron MaidenDeep PurpleLed ZeppelinPink FloydBlack SabbathGenesisThe WhoKing CrimsonTOOLThe Beatles There would be no DT! I hear you. However, both Mike and John have said the same thing - No Rush, no DT. I know! Mike and John are huge Rush Freaks! Just like us! Signed, Cygnus And The Sea Monsters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 Portnoy wants to make everything about Portnoy! I'm glad I met Mike at an after party on his birthday on the Metal Allegiance Tour last year. He was very nice. We talked about Neil and Rush for about five minutes. I didn't bring up DT, but it was a good conversation.Mike is a great drummer but he will live in the shadow of Neil FOREVER!You probably were best not bringing up DT. Things could have turned ugly if you'd worn a Distance Over Time t-shirt or A Dramatic Turn of Events t-shirt! Was Bobby Blitz at the concert you saw? Bobby Blotzer? Who is Bobby Blitz? I wore my "Hemispheres" t shirt to the gig because I knew I had afterparty passes with my buddy Dan. He is good friends with John Bush from Armored Saint. Mike loved my shirt (obviously) so it sparked and incredible conversation about RUSH and NEIL........He's Overkill's lead singer! Yep! He was there. Not into Overkill! Sorry!! Give me Testament and Death Angel!I love all those bands and Overkill KILLS! Your opinion doesn't count on the subject Earl, you just disqualified yourself! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 Portnoy wants to make everything about Portnoy! I'm glad I met Mike at an after party on his birthday on the Metal Allegiance Tour last year. He was very nice. We talked about Neil and Rush for about five minutes. I didn't bring up DT, but it was a good conversation.Mike is a great drummer but he will live in the shadow of Neil FOREVER!You probably were best not bringing up DT. Things could have turned ugly if you'd worn a Distance Over Time t-shirt or A Dramatic Turn of Events t-shirt! Was Bobby Blitz at the concert you saw? Bobby Blotzer? Who is Bobby Blitz? I wore my "Hemispheres" t shirt to the gig because I knew I had afterparty passes with my buddy Dan. He is good friends with John Bush from Armored Saint. Mike loved my shirt (obviously) so it sparked and incredible conversation about RUSH and NEIL........He's Overkill's lead singer! Yep! He was there. Not into Overkill! Sorry!! Give me Testament and Death Angel!I love all those bands and Overkill KILLS! Your opinion doesn't count on the subject Earl, you just disqualified yourself! Hahaha! I was disqualified decades ago. I can't stand Slayer or Exodus either and I know a few guys in Exodus. Great guys. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 Portnoy wants to make everything about Portnoy! I'm glad I met Mike at an after party on his birthday on the Metal Allegiance Tour last year. He was very nice. We talked about Neil and Rush for about five minutes. I didn't bring up DT, but it was a good conversation.Mike is a great drummer but he will live in the shadow of Neil FOREVER!You probably were best not bringing up DT. Things could have turned ugly if you'd worn a Distance Over Time t-shirt or A Dramatic Turn of Events t-shirt! Was Bobby Blitz at the concert you saw? Bobby Blotzer? Who is Bobby Blitz? I wore my "Hemispheres" t shirt to the gig because I knew I had afterparty passes with my buddy Dan. He is good friends with John Bush from Armored Saint. Mike loved my shirt (obviously) so it sparked and incredible conversation about RUSH and NEIL........He's Overkill's lead singer! Yep! He was there. Not into Overkill! Sorry!! Give me Testament and Death Angel!I love all those bands and Overkill KILLS! Your opinion doesn't count on the subject Earl, you just disqualified yourself! Hahaha! I was disqualified decades ago. I can't stand Slayer or Exodus either and I know a few guys in Exodus. Great guys.Are you sure you like Testament?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 Portnoy wants to make everything about Portnoy! I'm glad I met Mike at an after party on his birthday on the Metal Allegiance Tour last year. He was very nice. We talked about Neil and Rush for about five minutes. I didn't bring up DT, but it was a good conversation.Mike is a great drummer but he will live in the shadow of Neil FOREVER!You probably were best not bringing up DT. Things could have turned ugly if you'd worn a Distance Over Time t-shirt or A Dramatic Turn of Events t-shirt! Was Bobby Blitz at the concert you saw? Bobby Blotzer? Who is Bobby Blitz? I wore my "Hemispheres" t shirt to the gig because I knew I had afterparty passes with my buddy Dan. He is good friends with John Bush from Armored Saint. Mike loved my shirt (obviously) so it sparked and incredible conversation about RUSH and NEIL........He's Overkill's lead singer! Yep! He was there. Not into Overkill! Sorry!! Give me Testament and Death Angel!I love all those bands and Overkill KILLS! Your opinion doesn't count on the subject Earl, you just disqualified yourself! Hahaha! I was disqualified decades ago. I can't stand Slayer or Exodus either and I know a few guys in Exodus. Great guys.Are you sure you like Testament?? Hahaha! Are you trying to take away my Testament card? I do have most of their Japanese pressings. Seen them twice. But are they my favorite in the Bay Area Thrash scene? Nope! Give me DEATH ANGEL! I'm friends with a few of those guys! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jc4gd Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 Portnoy wants to make everything about Portnoy! I'm glad I met Mike at an after party on his birthday on the Metal Allegiance Tour last year. He was very nice. We talked about Neil and Rush for about five minutes. I didn't bring up DT, but it was a good conversation.Mike is a great drummer but he will live in the shadow of Neil FOREVER!You probably were best not bringing up DT. Things could have turned ugly if you'd worn a Distance Over Time t-shirt or A Dramatic Turn of Events t-shirt! Was Bobby Blitz at the concert you saw? Bobby Blotzer? Who is Bobby Blitz? I wore my "Hemispheres" t shirt to the gig because I knew I had afterparty passes with my buddy Dan. He is good friends with John Bush from Armored Saint. Mike loved my shirt (obviously) so it sparked and incredible conversation about RUSH and NEIL........He's Overkill's lead singer! Yep! He was there. Not into Overkill! Sorry!! Give me Testament and Death Angel!I love all those bands and Overkill KILLS! Your opinion doesn't count on the subject Earl, you just disqualified yourself! Hahaha! I was disqualified decades ago. I can't stand Slayer or Exodus either and I know a few guys in Exodus. Great guys.Are you sure you like Testament?? Hahaha! Are you trying to take away my Testament card? I do have most of their Japanese pressings. Seen them twice. But are they my favorite in the Bay Area Thrash scene? Nope! Give me DEATH ANGEL! I'm friends with a few of those guys! Those guys are great. Saw the last Death Angel Christmas show. They always put out 200% live! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ytserush Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 Sweet Jesus. Well at least he played something after Moving Pictures. Didn't think he had it in him. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 Sweet Jesus. Well at least he played something after Moving Pictures. Didn't think he had it in him. LOL! "The Body Electric!" I wish he did the middle drum section beat to "Red Lenses." The Best! JMO Neil's drumming on "Red Lenses" is simply divine. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rushfan88 Posted February 15, 2020 Share Posted February 15, 2020 Portnoy wants to make everything about Portnoy! Uh no. He wants to pay tribute to Neil as a fan and a musician. Nothing more... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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