Neil Peart RULES

[HowItIs]

Oh, we need an adjective in front of "percussionist" to describe Pratt. How about "Master"? Because I'm a percussionist and I am lowly compared to him. He can be Jedi Master Percussionist!

 

With you on the writing. I love his "voice"; he makes the reader feel like they are there. He's very good at bringing the landscape to life, inner and outer. His lyrics... well that's one reason I fell in love with Rush in the first place.

 

And that's a great picture, too!

[Jaye]

QUOTE (CMWriter @ Nov 15 2010, 04:20 AM)

http://i56.tinypic.com/unac6.jpg

That's one of my fave pics of Neil

[Mara]

QUOTE (Jaye @ Nov 15 2010, 12:59 PM)

QUOTE (CMWriter @ Nov 15 2010, 04:20 AM) http://i56.tinypic.com/unac6.jpg That's one of my fave pics of Neil Me too! He's the very picture of intellect there. Also pretty f&ckin' hot.

[CMWriter]

QUOTE (HowItIs @ Nov 15 2010, 05:39 AM)

Oh, we need an adjective in front of "percussionist" to describe Pratt. How about "Master"? Because I'm a percussionist and I am lowly compared to him. He can be Jedi Master Percussionist! With you on the writing. I love his "voice"; he makes the reader feel like they are there. He's very good at bringing the landscape to life, inner and outer. His lyrics... well that's one reason I fell in love with Rush in the first place. And that's a great picture, too!

LOL! That's true. But... fffff "Jedi Master Percussionist"? I'm a Trekkie, bah. D: But whatever you say. The Jedi are pretty sweet. |3 I'd say he's the Q of Percussion but I doubt anyone would get the reference.

 

Agreed on his "voice" in writing... though to be honest I love his physical voice too. On the writing though! He has wonderful voice. It's truly a part of writing that's not all that simple to achieve. The way he can put his words into such a poetic form and yet make it relatable for everyone astounds me to no end. Some of the songs he's written for are certainly more personal but I love them all the same.

I personally think some of his best work is in "Losing It" and "2112" (despite the fact that they're completely different aha) but "BU2B" may become a new favourite of mine!

 

I know right?! I'm actually working on a drawing of Neil (pretty much) at the moment, inspired by that photo. It's turning out.. okay. His amazing hands happen to be amazingly difficult to draw. ♥

[Jaye]

QUOTE (CMWriter @ Nov 15 2010, 10:51 PM)

QUOTE (HowItIs @ Nov 15 2010, 05:39 AM) Oh, we need an adjective in front of "percussionist" to describe Pratt. How about "Master"? Because I'm a percussionist and I am lowly compared to him. He can be Jedi Master Percussionist!  With you on the writing. I love his "voice"; he makes the reader feel like they are there. He's very good at bringing the landscape to life, inner and outer. His lyrics... well that's one reason I fell in love with Rush in the first place. And that's a great picture, too!  LOL! That's true. But... fffff "Jedi Master Percussionist"? I'm a Trekkie, bah. D: But whatever you say. The Jedi are pretty sweet. |3 I'd say he's the Q of Percussion but I doubt anyone would get the reference. I get it! But I wouldn't insult Neil like that!

[teababe27]

QUOTE (Jaye @ Nov 15 2010, 12:59 PM)

QUOTE (CMWriter @ Nov 15 2010, 04:20 AM) http://i56.tinypic.com/unac6.jpg That's one of my fave pics of Neil That is such a cool pic.

[HowItIs]

QUOTE (CMWriter @ Nov 15 2010, 03:51 PM)

QUOTE (HowItIs @ Nov 15 2010, 05:39 AM) Oh, we need an adjective in front of "percussionist" to describe Pratt. How about "Master"? Because I'm a percussionist and I am lowly compared to him. He can be Jedi Master Percussionist!  With you on the writing. I love his "voice"; he makes the reader feel like they are there. He's very good at bringing the landscape to life, inner and outer. His lyrics... well that's one reason I fell in love with Rush in the first place. And that's a great picture, too!  LOL! That's true. But... fffff "Jedi Master Percussionist"? I'm a Trekkie, bah. D: But whatever you say. The Jedi are pretty sweet. |3 I'd say he's the Q of Percussion but I doubt anyone would get the reference.   Agreed on his "voice" in writing... though to be honest I love his physical voice too. On the writing though! He has wonderful voice. It's truly a part of writing that's not all that simple to achieve. The way he can put his words into such a poetic form and yet make it relatable for everyone astounds me to no end. Some of the songs he's written for are certainly more personal but I love them all the same. I personally think some of his best work is in "Losing It" and "2112" (despite the fact that they're completely different aha) but "BU2B" may become a new favourite of mine!   I know right?! I'm actually working on a drawing of Neil (pretty much) at the moment, inspired by that photo. It's turning out.. okay. His amazing hands happen to be amazingly difficult to draw. ♥ Well, "Q" I get. But not with that annoying personality (I was a Trekker log before I was a SW fan)   We'll just settle for Master, ok?   Yes, his actual voice is quite nice. Velvety. Someone made a comment on a YT video of Neil talking about drums, "I could listen to him read the phone book." Agreed! There are a few audio bits on his website of him reading from his books - really lovely.   I noticed in the picture that he's reading another of my favorite authors - Edgar Allen Poe.     You are an artist? Oh, that's so out of my league! My daughter is quite good and, according to her, hands are about the most difficult thing to draw. Good luck

[CMWriter]

QUOTE (HowItIs @ Nov 16 2010, 03:14 AM)

Well, "Q" I get. But not with that annoying personality    (I was a Trekker log before I was a SW fan) We'll just settle for Master, ok? Yes, his actual voice is quite nice. Velvety. Someone made a comment on a YT video of Neil talking about drums, "I could listen to him read the phone book." Agreed! There are a few audio bits on his website of him reading from his books - really lovely. I noticed in the picture that he's reading another of my favorite authors - Edgar Allen Poe.  You are an artist? Oh, that's so out of my league! My daughter is quite good and, according to her, hands are about the most difficult thing to draw. Good luck

First :: This is my 100th post. I dedicate it to Neil. |D

 

But -- but there are lots of different Q with varying personalities. 8D; So no, not with that annoying personality, Q a la John de Lancie (but he is a great actor hee~).

 

Okay, that works for me. Except it reminds me of that crazy dude from Doctor Who.

 

Ooohh my gosh, I could listen to him read the phone book forEVER.. I have this thing for voices, I don't even know why, I just do. And I when hear someone's voice and I like it, I love it forever. And he's so eloquent with his speech.

 

Am I an "artist"? More like a wannabe artist. But I try, and I'm taking an art course this year to try to improve at least a little before college when I'd have to pay for any classes. I only draw as a hobby, sometimes I'll do requests, but never for money. I need to practice up before I start taking commissions. And thanks for the encouragement -- the picture's turning out nicely (though I may redo it eventually anyways). I'll post it in the "Misc. Art" board when it's done.

Edited November 16, 2010 by CMWriter

[Mara]

[Rushchick10]

QUOTE (Mara @ Nov 15 2010, 01:55 PM)

QUOTE (Jaye @ Nov 15 2010, 12:59 PM) QUOTE (CMWriter @ Nov 15 2010, 04:20 AM) http://i56.tinypic.com/unac6.jpg That's one of my fave pics of Neil Me too! He's the very picture of intellect there. Also pretty f&ckin' hot. Word! Even makes a Geddy gal such as myself sit up and take notice!

[CMWriter]

QUOTE (Rushchick10 @ Nov 16 2010, 07:17 AM)

QUOTE (Mara @ Nov 15 2010, 01:55 PM) QUOTE (Jaye @ Nov 15 2010, 12:59 PM) QUOTE (CMWriter @ Nov 15 2010, 04:20 AM) http://i56.tinypic.com/unac6.jpg That's one of my fave pics of Neil Me too! He's the very picture of intellect there. Also pretty f&ckin' hot. Word! Even makes a Geddy gal such as myself sit up and take notice! I have succeeded in making everyone happy when they look at this photo. Including myself. |D (Except I kinda printed it out and also took a picture of it with my phone so now this is my background.. Sorry NU Memorial Stadium!) Life is good.

[HowItIs]

Posted over on FaceBook in our Rushaholics group. had to share:

 

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs1223.snc4/155589_142562745792717_100001169771361_227993_2508111_n.jpg

 

 

He has a great smile. We seldom see it when he's working, though. He reminds me of Tony Banks in that way... "can't smile, working."

[realomind]

QUOTE (HowItIs @ Nov 17 2010, 01:54 AM)

Posted over on FaceBook in our Rushaholics group. had to share: http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs1223.snc4/155589_142562745792717_100001169771361_227993_2508111_n.jpg He has a great smile. We seldom see it when he's working, though. He reminds me of Tony Banks in that way... "can't smile, working."

**Like** lol...well that one and the pic before it...and the one before that...and.... you get the picture

[HowItIs]

Part of the package of photos I bought. The guy bought a bunch of negatives/slides from a photographer in LA. I bought several (not just of the boys).

 

This is the one I got of Neil, circa Permanent Waves Tour (I think)

 

http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd103/laserspray/NeilPeW.jpg

 

Wow, that's a lot of hardware!!!

[Rushchick10]

QUOTE (HowItIs @ Nov 16 2010, 08:54 PM)

Posted over on FaceBook in our Rushaholics group. had to share: http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs1223.snc4/155589_142562745792717_100001169771361_227993_2508111_n.jpg He has a great smile. We seldom see it when he's working, though. He reminds me of Tony Banks in that way... "can't smile, working."

I love that pic...undoubtedly, laughing at some Dirk or Lerxst or Dirk/Lerxst antic unfolding before his eyes! I love how they STILL, nearly 40 years later, can laugh with each other! Makes me all warm and fuzzy.

 

Or, maybe it's the alcohol...

[GhostGirl]

QUOTE (HowItIs @ Nov 22 2010, 06:02 PM)

http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd103/laserspray/NeilPeW.jpg

I like seeing him behind that kit, because....

 

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/RushBabe/Cali%20Trip/Pict0042-1.jpg

 

Notice the resemblance?

 

 

It's the closest I'll ever get to touching Neil. I've held a drum that he touched.

 

Oooooh...

 

[CMWriter]

QUOTE (GhostGirl @ Nov 23 2010, 12:44 PM)

QUOTE (HowItIs @ Nov 22 2010, 06:02 PM) http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd103/laserspray/NeilPeW.jpg I like seeing him behind that kit, because....   http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/RushBabe/Cali%20Trip/Pict0042-1.jpg   Notice the resemblance?     It's the closest I'll ever get to touching Neil. I've held a drum that he touched.   Oooooh...   WHEREDIDYOUGETTHATDRUM. No, seriously, where did you get that? I'm honestly curious. ...I'm also seriously jealous... But that's beside the fact.

[Rolinda Bonz]

CanadianHallofFame

 

[HowItIs]

QUOTE (GhostGirl @ Nov 23 2010, 11:44 AM)

QUOTE (HowItIs @ Nov 22 2010, 06:02 PM) http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd103/laserspray/NeilPeW.jpg I like seeing him behind that kit, because....   http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/RushBabe/Cali%20Trip/Pict0042-1.jpg   Notice the resemblance?     It's the closest I'll ever get to touching Neil. I've held a drum that he touched.   Oooooh...   Oh, that is too, TOO cool!!   Color me jealous, also. I wish I could get his old set of temple blocks or chimes... I play percussion. The tubular bells are a bit large, though

[HowItIs]

Okay, some pictures I found while perusing the images from tour programs...

 

http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd103/laserspray/Rush/snakes-and-arrows-25-s.jpg

 

http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd103/laserspray/Rush/rollthebonesneil.jpg

 

http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd103/laserspray/Rush/counterpartsneil3.jpg

 

Holy cow, wouldja look at the guns on that guy?!

[realomind]

QUOTE (HowItIs @ Nov 26 2010, 10:46 AM)

http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd103/laserspray/Rush/counterpartsneil3.jpg Holy cow, wouldja look at the guns on that guy?!

Why yes...yes I would!

[CMWriter]

QUOTE (HowItIs @ Nov 26 2010, 04:46 AM)

Okay, some pictures I found while perusing the images from tour programs... http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd103/laserspray/Rush/snakes-and-arrows-25-s.jpg http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd103/laserspray/Rush/rollthebonesneil.jpg http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd103/laserspray/Rush/counterpartsneil3.jpg Holy cow, wouldja look at the guns on that guy?!

Eee~ I like that first one! He has such a great smile. I'm well-aware that he's just so completely focused when he plays that he keeps such a straight face (he'd probably be a fabulous poker player) but it makes the shots where he's smiling so meaningful.

 

And yes, I will indeed look at the guns on "that guy"...

...Except I'm starting to reconsider the word "guy". I'm thinking "that GOD" would be more appropriate. ;D

[Mara]

This one's just a thing of beauty, I think. I wish I were good enough at photoshop to get the graphics off of it.. .

 

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm56/2dogsmom2008/MD89s.jpg

 

 

And this one:

 

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm56/2dogsmom2008/damn.jpg

[HowItIs]

QUOTE (Mara @ Nov 26 2010, 09:40 AM)

This one's just a thing of beauty, I think.  I wish I were good enough at photoshop to get the graphics off of it.. . http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm56/2dogsmom2008/MD89s.jpg And this one: http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm56/2dogsmom2008/damn.jpg

That certainly IS a thing of beauty! I think it would be very difficult to remove the print from it, though. Oh well, we can see most of his handsome face. And I can actually tell that his eyes are green!

 

That poker face when he drums is something he has in common with Tony Banks (another musician I ). Comes from being focused concentrating on difficult playing, even though it's two different instruments. It's something I admire in both men.

[YYZrocks]

QUOTE (realomind @ Nov 26 2010, 05:55 AM)

QUOTE (HowItIs @ Nov 26 2010, 10:46 AM) http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd103/laserspray/Rush/counterpartsneil3.jpg Holy cow, wouldja look at the guns on that guy?!    Why yes...yes I would! I almost can't stop looking.   Wow. Those are some great pictures! Thanks for posting.