Rush

[NicetoKnowyou]

^You shouldnt overlook Fly By Night either though.

[RNR]

Of course not. I just wouldn't put it up there with the golden age. Especially because it's cut off by Caress of Steel which is a good album but probably one of their weakest ones.

[NicetoKnowyou]

Theres some new info on the new album. http://www.ultimate-guitar.com/news/upcoming_releases/rush_ready_songs_for_new_album.html

I hope that they tour...Ive never een them, and thats really the only reason why im excited for the new album. Album=Tour. Ihope:confused:

[6stringed]

They better have a tour, and I hope I can go.

[RNR]

I'd do almost anything to see them. Even go to Toronto. Although they will probably come here.

[White]

Oh I soooo want to see Rush live, its been a dream of mine for a while now lol. BUt yah, I doubt it will ever happen.

[TojesDolan]

I'm rediscovering the wonders of 2112. I hadn't given the album a much big read, to be honest, but yesterday/last week I did and well, I think it's pretty good.

I like how it rolls around. "Passage to bangkok" is my current Rush favorite.

[132WalrusesInMexico]

2112 is the album that got me into progressive rock which is now my favorite genre. I love that album so much. I love Geddy's vocals on the Temples Of Syrinx, but I hate the way he sings it live.

[TojesDolan]

I prefer how he sings currently (and live) than most recording sessions, eh.

[RNR]

Yeah. He's worked on his voice a lot and it's good now (it was always good but good good).

[Dread_rocker]

Aaaa not long now before Rush will bring out their new album! I'm guessing early next year followed by another amazing tour!

[6stringed]

They better come to my area.

[132WalrusesInMexico]

I'm hoping for a release early in 2007 followed by a summer tour.

[Atica]

I wish they could come tour near my country.

[RNR]

I'm hoping for a release early in 2007 followed by a summer tour.

The tour would probably be better than the album but i'm looking forward to both.

[6stringed]

yeah I agree ha

[EinzingerIsGod]

I'm on a Rush binge tonight. I'm going to try to listen to as many of the 17 albums I have of them before I pass out.

[132WalrusesInMexico]

I've tried doing that before. I had to leave the house in a car without a CD player, so my plan failed.:( I got all the way to Hold Your Fire though.

The tour would probably be better than the album but i'm looking forward to both.
Yeah, that's probably what will happen. The subject for the lyrics that Neil has been talking about seem kind of dry, but whatever. I can't wait for them to tour again.

[EinzingerIsGod]

Alright so I got through Permanent Waves, A Farewell to Kings, Hemispheres, Signals, Fly By Night, Moving Pictures, and 2112. Not nearly what I wanted, but 7 isn't bad.

[RNR]

Do Roll the Bones or i'll eat your brains.

[Huber]

I've been meaning to buy R30 for the longest time. Any time I'm near a DVD section and I see it I cringe because it hurts to throw money at it like that.

I WANT IT SO BAAAAD!

Do you guys think it's better than Rush In Rio?

[Kenny_Fever]

There's lots of features and stuff on R30, old old videos of the band, as well as a few interviews and stuff.

Many have said that the sound quality on R30 is better than that of Rio, and I don't disagree. Also, it comes with extra stuff, including like a sticker/iron-on patch or whatever the hell it is, two autographed guitar picks and a book, as well as the concert CD's. I personally think it's a great value.

[132WalrusesInMexico]

I've been meaning to buy R30 for the longest time. Any time I'm near a DVD section and I see it I cringe because it hurts to throw money at it like that.

I WANT IT SO BAAAAD!

Do you guys think it's better than Rush In Rio?
I like R30 more than Rush In Rio. The quality is a lot better (I think someone said this already), but Rush In Rio has a better set list.

[EinzingerIsGod]

R30 is better than Rush in Rio imo. Better set list, and the special edition gives you a live cd along with some extras.

I really want to watch Rush ReplayX3. My friend has it and I've been meaning to borrow it.

[Dread_rocker]

Is it just me or does anyone else like Neil Peart's hair on the grace under pressure dvd? I really love it hehe and is tempted to grow a tail just like it!

[132WalrusesInMexico]

Dude, Neil Peart's rat tail is the sweetest thing ever.

[RNR]

Rush are just hawt period.

[White]

Hey folks, I just had a major crissis and kinda lost a lot of music lol, (including all my Rush) so if anyone could be so kind as to add me to aim and send me some cds, I would be for ever greatful. White2112 is the aim name, thanks

[RNR]

Ruuuuuuuuuuuuuush. I just got replayx3 and am enjoying some of their older dvds :). Rush are sure great live.

[Brokensticks]

I have R30 great dvd. I love it. Peart is my hero!

[RNR]

Bah. I need r30. I've watched it but I don't have it.

[132WalrusesInMexico]

Hey folks, I just had a major crissis and kinda lost a lot of music lol, (including all my Rush) so if anyone could be so kind as to add me to aim and send me some cds, I would be for ever greatful. White2112 is the aim name, thanks
I can send you all the Rush you need, but I only have MSN.

[RNR]

Yeah. If you have MSN, I could

[GenuineImitation]

My friend said Rush should be releasing a new CD soon (around the spring). Is my friend screwing with me or is it true?

[pate]

I'm not sure about the spring part, but there is a new one coming out.

[RNR]

Yeah. There will be another cd and tour some time next year.

[Bigcheesey]

****ing awesome. i wanna see them live

[RNR]

For sure. Of course there would be a lot of old guys who had only ever heard their pre-2112 radio hits but that's ok.

[GenuineImitation]

Just got Rush in Rio for christmas and I must say that this DVD is sweet.

[Thasis]

I recently realy been digging rush. I have all of their albums and live CD's (thanks to BitLord), and I'm intrested in purchasing some of them (as I like to support the bands that I like). I heard they are playing some shows down here with their new album that's going to be released, so I hope to see that. Anyone else looking forward to the new album?

[PERFECTXDARK]

I own a few of there cds,various songs. And Replay x3 and Rush in Rio

I love them there a big inspiration on my playing,there amazing and put on a amazing show.

amazing musicians too.

AND there Canadian,Like me :lol:

[Thasis]

Canada is the 1337! I'm Canadian ftw!

[Bazarov]

Canada has definitely put out some good bands. So I used to hate Rush with a passion, but lately I've been likeing them a whole lot.

NP: Rush - Natural Science

[Chrysostom]

Rush are a pretty good band. I have 2112 and Vapor Trails, along with the Rush in Rio DVD. Peart is godly, as is Lifeson.

Leave That Thing Alone, The Pass, Bravado and Roll The Bones are my favourite tracks right now.

[Bazarov]

I still need to get my hands on 2112.

[horseypie]

2112 is mint. A Passage To Bangkok is sick...man, thats a good album. Workin' Man is a sick song as well, Alex does a mad solo in that.

[gizzal]

2112 is without a doubt the best Rush epic to date imo.

[EinzingerIsGod]

Basically everything released from 2112 to Signals is a must have

[StrawberryFieldsForever]

If there's one thing I do before I die, it is to stare upon the wonder that is Rush.

If you looked up "virtuoso" "perfection" or "Unbelievable" in the dictionary, the definition would be "See Rush"

If you looked up Rush, the definition would be "The Holy Trinity"

[gizzal]

Basically everything released from 2112 to Signals is a must have

Meh, I liked everything from the debut to the second half of Moving Pictures, never bothered to listen to any other stuff, I probably should.:(

[sportsfan4427]

anyone got the R30 DVD and what do you think of it

[RNR]

I've seen it and it's the best i've seen. Those guys just get better and better with age.

[Atica]

Yeh it is a great band, I haven't see the DVD. But I know that they will become better as years pass

[Thunder Fingers]

Great DVD, absoloutly worth your rmoney, i can though, not justify the price of the Replay X3 dvd on the budget im on though..

[gizzal]

R30 was awesome. Did I just hear something wrong or is the Exit Stage Left DVD gonna be released?

[TheMisterBungle]

I only have 2112. I'm kind of disappointed with it...
I want some of the later 70's stuff.

[132WalrusesInMexico]

Exit... Stage Left has already been re-released. It's in the Rush Replay box set. It's pretty cool

[Thunder Fingers]

So my friends in the great rushiness!

This is a year of great joy, In january, The great gods started mixing their new music potion, wich they said shuld be done by the end of that very month, wich will say, TODAY! 31 January, in most probabilityness it will be shipped out in a 2 months time! my friends! have great pleasure over this news, and your heart should fly high!
This is a release thats no doubt closer to our hearts!

Congratulations!

[Chrysostom]

Bought Moving Pictures and Grace Under Pressure today. Both are amazing, especially G/P. The more albums I get, the more I like this band. 4 albums down, 14 to go...

[Atica]

Can't believe they are releasing a new album. :amazed:

[TojesDolan]

Oh yes indeed. It'd also be freaky if they were still good after all this years...

:shivers:

[Thunder Fingers]

Last one was a very good album, just suffered from muddy production.

They still play like monsters, just as great, if not better musicians, apparently this album is going more "backwards", and mix old Rush stuff with what geddy and Alex learned from their solo albums and Vapor Trail, this is gonna be a great piece of music.

[Chrysostom]

Geddy and Alex have solo albums?

[Thunder Fingers]

Yes.

Geddy Lee - My Favorite Headache

Alex Lifeson - Victor

[132WalrusesInMexico]

So the rumor going around is that Rush's new album is going to be titled "Snakes and Arrows." It will be released May 1st, and the first single "Far Cry" will be released March 13th. Keep in mind this is just a rumor though. Oh yeah, tour kicks off on June 13th in Nashville, TN.

[Chrysostom]

Yes.

Geddy Lee - My Favorite Headache

Alex Lifeson - Victor

Any good? What are they like stylistically?

[132WalrusesInMexico]

I haven't heard Alex's solo album yet, but Geddy's is pretty much like modern Rush. It's pretty good.

[Chrysostom]

I haven't heard Alex's solo album yet, but Geddy's is pretty much like modern Rush. It's pretty good.

Oh cool. I'll have to check it out.

I really need to buy the R30 DVD. The acoustic Resist is awesome. Better than the Rio version. The production is great as well, Peart's kit sounds beautiful, especially his snare.

[132WalrusesInMexico]

It's official, Rush's newest album is to be called Snakes and Arrows. It's due out May 1st, and if you go to their website, you can hear a sample from their first single. It sounds pretty sweet to me.

[Thunder Fingers]

Nice! good old "tension, tension OPEN CHORD" rush i kinda got the "hemisphere" feeling.

[RNR]

I can't wait for this new one. And the following tour.

[132WalrusesInMexico]

Nice! good old "tension, tension OPEN CHORD" rush i kinda got the "hemisphere" feeling.
Yeah, I got the exact same feeling. I really hope the production is better on this album than on Vapor Trails. Judging by the 10 second sample, it seemed loads better, but it's hard to judge with a sample that short.

I wish they would tell us the bloody tour dates.

[132WalrusesInMexico]

More news on the album:
Snakes and Arrows is supposed to have an instrumental track on it. Also, according to the producer, the album will have a similar feel and sound to Rush's late 1970s albums. I'm uber excited.

[Chrysostom]

How many of you would categorise Rush as a prog rock band? I always assumed they were prog rock, based on things like the fact they heavily influenced DT who certainly are a prog rock/metal band. But, having purchased a few more of their albums, I'm not sure I'd put them in that category any more. To me, only the stuff from the 70s was prog.

Thoughts?

[PsychoTronn]

How many of you would categorise Rush as a prog rock band? I always assumed they were prog rock, based on things like the fact they heavily influenced DT who certainly are a prog rock/metal band. But, having purchased a few more of their albums, I'm not sure I'd put them in that category any more. To me, only the stuff from the 70s was prog.

Thoughts?

sure why not

[MeowMeow]

T.T Rush needs to come to Northern California on the next tour. I can't wait for the new album. It would be nice if they could do some great "Hemispheres"-like album. Ya know, go back to the extreme 20-minute progressive thing.

[132WalrusesInMexico]

How many of you would categorise Rush as a prog rock band? I always assumed they were prog rock, based on things like the fact they heavily influenced DT who certainly are a prog rock/metal band. But, having purchased a few more of their albums, I'm not sure I'd put them in that category any more. To me, only the stuff from the 70s was prog.

Thoughts?
I wouldn't call their modern stuff prog, but like what you said, their 70's stuff is what I would consider progressive rock.

[Thunder Fingers]

well, please define the modern stuff...

No?

well, then a type of Prog Rock it is.

[Thunder Fingers]

More news on the album:
Snakes and Arrows is supposed to have an instrumental track on it.

:o no?! gee, a rush album with a instrumental? What a shocker!:amaze:

[132WalrusesInMexico]

:o no?! gee, a rush album with a instrumental? What a shocker!:amaze:
Well, they haven't done an instrumental since Counterparts, so this news was exciting to me.

[sweetleaf]

One of my favorite bands

[Thunder Fingers]

Well, they haven't done an instrumental since Counterparts, so this news was exciting to me.

as far as i remember, there is one on Test for echo? Limbo is a instrumental no? its been way to long since i listened to that album... ok, no instrumentals on Vapor Trail.

[mike-o]

i hope lifeson sounds on the new album like he does on R30. his playing / tone is awesome on that dvd.

[The Door Mouse]

I can't wait untill the new album.
The next album that I get from them is either going to be:
Rush (just for the sake on seeing how the other guy compares with Peart)
Hemispheres (I've heard good things)

[132WalrusesInMexico]

as far as i remember, there is one on Test for echo? Limbo is a instrumental no? its been way to long since i listened to that album... ok, no instrumentals on Vapor Trail.
Whoops, yeah, you're correct. I completely forgot about Limbo.

I can't wait untill the new album.
The next album that I get from them is either going to be:
Rush (just for the sake on seeing how the other guy compares with Peart)
Hemispheres (I've heard good things)
Go with Hemispheres, that album is amazing.

[Chrysostom]

Well, they haven't done an instrumental since Counterparts.

Ah yes, Leave That Thing Alone. One of my favourite Rush tracks.

[PsychoTronn]

rush has cool keyboards and bass

[RNR]

And cool everything else.

[132WalrusesInMexico]

The new Rush single was released today. Go to their website to hear it, it's really good. Tour dates should be released next week.

[RNR]

Thanks for the info. I can't wait to hear it.

[Huber]

Far Cry aint to shabby.

[Thunder Fingers]

:lol:

No it certanly aint! i loved it, cant wait for the album..

Is it just me or is it gone again? i dunno if the new rush site work at Windows 2000(i only get to the old site), but it seems like its gone from Power Windows to..

[AA-12]

Listening to it now. It's pretty good.

[TojesDolan]

I like it... :thumb:

- tojes seal of approval

[Refl]

Far Cry aint to shabby.

What he said.

[RNR]

Pretty good. It's commendable that they're still making songs that sound somewhat original after so many years. Most bands just do the same old crap over and over again.

[Stoo]

Rush are so awesome.

NP ~ Vital Signs. Class.

[Flynn]

I like Lee's vox on The Temples Of Syrinx the most, awesome song!

[StrawberryFieldsForever]

Far Cry is a pretty darn good song if I do say so myself

[EinzingerIsGod]

The new album is going to be awesome. There are parts that Peart said took him over an hour to learn.

[Flynn]

Yeah I like it, sounds like something from Roll The Bones.

[RNR]

The new album is going to be awesome. There are parts that Peart said took him over an hour to learn.

Pah, who pays attention to the drummer in Rush? Weird-os.

[Flynn]

hahaha that made me laugh, no disrespect to Neil, just how you phrased it...

[Huber]

Yeah I like it, sounds like something from Roll The Bones.

Yeah that's what I was thinking.

[Flynn]

Ya know? The vibe man, sounds exactly like something from Roll The Bones, which is a great album. I can't believe I'm excited about a new Rush album...what is this, like the 26th Studio album?

[TojesDolan]

Maybe arthritis isn't that bad when it comes to songwriting lolol

[132WalrusesInMexico]

I got more of a Counterparts vibe than a Roll The Bones vibe. Snakes and Arrows is Rush's 18th full length studio album.

[Queen_hed777]

rush is aight

[Queen_hed777]

im going through a u2 craze ryte now tho

[mockingv6]

Oh yess!!! RUSH man i love them they are addicting once you hear them you cant stop hearing them, there was atime where i heard them all the time but now im hearing immolation alot!

[RNR]

You guys are freaking weird. Just listen to Rush and like it.

[Chrysostom]

Meh, Far Cry sounds OK I guess. I'll reserve full judgement until I buy the thing.

[joe0559]

I'd love to see Rush in concert, but I don't know anyone else who likes them.

Far Cry - I didn't like the intro, but the rest of the song is great. Of course, it's Rush, so this album will be totally awesome. 28th album!

[RNR]

I hope that have guitar solos. I know that Alex Lifeson has played his share of bad guitar solos but he also has a lot of good ones and should play more.

[Refl]

As if Rush tickets are 45 pounds.

That is a piss takingly high price, it was only 27 quid last time. : /

[Thunder Fingers]

Awsome! They come to Norway this time! ill be first in line!

[RNR]

Tour dates announced! http://www.therushforum.com/index.php?showtopic=23760&st=0&#entry837472

[Happy]

My girlfriend's dad gave me a Rush vinyl yesterday :D

[Thunder Fingers]

Tour dates announced! http://www.therushforum.com/index.php?showtopic=23760&st=0&#entry837472

Your late.. :p

[GenuineImitation]

Im buying my tickets during Pre-Sale today. I hope it doesnt clear out my ank account, but if it does, I think its worth it.

6 minutes to go and counting.

EDIT: Damnit, it was $288.60 for 4 tickets. I onyl have $15 left in my bank account. I hope my friends pay me back ASAP.

[Rrrrrrr]

I only recently discovered the delights of Rush. My favourite song is The Enemy Within by far, I could listen to it on repeat literally for hours. The bassline on that song is so wickedly catchy :D

[Pinhead13]

WEEEEEE!!!!! I'm seeing Rush in Tampa!!

[The Door Mouse]

I might see them on 7-9 in CT

[RNR]

I've decided that because they're my favorite band and probably touring for the last time, i'll have to see them in Calgary and Toronto.

[Mister Groovy]

Touring for the last time?!? WTF?

I may need to see them then.

[RNR]

Well I don't know for sure. But i'm not taking any chances. They're all in their 50s.

[Mister Groovy]

Well, they've been touring forever and don't really show any signs of stopping, right? 50s isn't THAT old.

Oh, they're playing Camden right when I'm out of town. Perfect :(

[Thunder Fingers]

so, ok the are in their 50's, but how old is Rolling Stones? :p

and..
Guess what i have laying in front of me? :p

[Kenny_Fever]

Good for you...

I woke up yesterday, and turned on the radio, only to discover that the Snakes and Arrows World Album Premiere was on. It really brightened my day. The funny thing is, if I didn't have to work yesterday, I probably would have missed it. So work did something good for me... aside from putting money in my pocket.


September 19th in Toronto! I'm there.

[StrawberryFieldsForever]

I caught that on the radio too...I must say I was impressed...not blown away, but impressed nonetheless. I'm sure it'll take a few listens to grow on me, just like most Rush stuff.

2 months, 19 days, and 6 or so hours I'll be 11 rows away from Geddy Lee :D:D:D

[EinzingerIsGod]

I'll be getting my special edition CD/DVD tomorrow at work. Seeing them in June. This summer is going to be awesome.

[Kenny_Fever]

I ordered my tickets last night... And I guess I'll be going to the show on the 22nd in Toronto.

My seats aren't really that great... but I'll be there...

[White]

I'm thinking about going to the show, how much do tickets run???? and yea i just got Rush's "gold" tonight, seeing as the place was sold out of Snakes and Arrows, how is that album, my guess is real heavy soundin?

[Drmckool]

man i heard the preview for snakes and arrows on q-107 but it's so much better than i thought it would be. so far my fav songs off it are malignant narcissism (becasue geddy plays a jaco bass on it) and armour and sword ("no one gets to heaven without a fight" - very nice line and it's just solid)

[arazetti]

If there were any doubt who the most badass rock band is EVER, let those doubts now be put to rest:

I give you Malignant Narcissism by RUSH:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTtLsjVdD7Y

This song is soooo SICK!!!! it's :evil:

Listen and weep bitches!!!

[Alex]

Anyone know the setlist for the tour??

Seeing them In toronto :D:D:D:D

[132WalrusesInMexico]

I heard that they're playing Circumstances and Passage to Bangkok on this tour. Apparently Geddy will be bringing out the Rickenbacker on Passage. I'm so excited for this concert.

[Jude]

They played Camden but I was in Wyoming at the time :(

[schizoidman]

i saw em when they came to boston in june and it was really good. only dissapointment was they didnt do any of the really old stuff like 2112 or working man

[Scooch]

I heard a song on the radio last night trying to get the name of it. All I caught was Max ________ featuring Geddy Lee, anyone know what song I'm talking about?


Edit: I found it Max Webster Featuring Geddy Lee - Battle Scar

[GenuineImitation]

The concert I went to a few weeks ago was amazing. I loved the South Park intro to Tom Sawyer and Im glad they played Passage to Bangkok. That was the first Rush song I heard.

[jrowa001]

snakes and arrows is really growing on me. up there with their best for me

[pate]

I think I'm going to pick up Rush in Rio today.

[Gonads]

Rush is possibly my all time favorite band, I like the 80's Rush music the best.

[GenuineImitation]

I think I'm going to pick up Rush in Rio today.

One of the best live DVD's I own. It was definitely worth the $30.

[bassaholica2004]

I saw them on Monday in San Diego. I went with my girlfriend and we both loved it. It was both of our's first concert, which makes it even better. The setlist was great; we hadn't heard a few of the songs and it was cool to hear the classics live. I can't believe the energy they have too! They all seemed really happy to be there and they seemed to be having a great time. The crowd was great too. "Far Cry" is so good live too; I definetely need to get the new album.

[Seafroggys]

Okay I'm a Rush n00b but I just bought 2112, and it is fricken amazing. Beyond belief. The title track (more like epic opera) is fantastic, and my two favorite of the remaining tracks is the Bangkok one and the Twilight Zone.

These guys are amazing beyond existence.

And I think Geddy Lee's vocals rock on this album. Why do people not like it?

[Skyler]

I saw them on Monday in San Diego. I went with my girlfriend and we both loved it. It was both of our's first concert, which makes it even better. The setlist was great; we hadn't heard a few of the songs and it was cool to hear the classics live. I can't believe the energy they have too! They all seemed really happy to be there and they seemed to be having a great time. The crowd was great too. "Far Cry" is so good live too; I definetely need to get the new album.

Cool, I was there as well. I was disappointed with the setlist but they played a few of my favorites too.

[bassaholica2004]

Cool, I was there as well. I was disappointed with the setlist but they played a few of my favorites too.

I was hoping someone on here was at that same one too. Did you see Neil Peart kinda half smile at one time? I can't remember when, but that alone was worth the ticket price and gas lol.

Why do people not like it?

The only thing I can think of is that some people's brains aren't advanced enough to accept the ultimate coolness that is 2112. Also, if you like 2112 so much, I highly recommend you find a copy of Hemispheres. In my opinion, Cygnus is equal to, if not better than, 2112.

[Seafroggys]

Actually, I was referring to why people don't like Geddy's vocals :P

Anyways, Hemispheres, eh? Thanks. I'll put it on my list.

[zabbit82]

Ahhh.. Rush... I band I once could not stand but now have come to love. All three members supremely talented, but what's to say when its already been discussed...

Seafroggys, I think people dont really like Geddy's vocals because of the nature that he sound really whiney and high (in the 70s at least.) I've ran into alot of people like that, as how they dig the instrumentation but cant stand the vocals. And as a side note, I'd recommend A Farewell To Kings as an add on to your list. Xanadu and the first book of Cygnus are worth it :)

And hopefully I'm going to see these guys in Detroit in three weeks...

[bassaholica2004]

I've only heard Xanadu on Stage Left, and its really really good. How is it compared to the album version?

[Skyler]

I was hoping someone on here was at that same one too. Did you see Neil Peart kinda half smile at one time? I can't remember when, but that alone was worth the ticket price and gas lol.

Haha, now that you mention it, I think I remember that too. It was during the drum solo I think.

[zabbit82]

I've only heard Xanadu on Stage Left, and its really really good. How is it compared to the album version?

I just listened to the Exit Stage Left version, and I think it lacks some punch compared to the studio recording. It's still good, but it's lacking a bit of presence, if you will. Just my opinion, I dunno what everyone else thinks.

[mozartv]

saw them in Raleigh a few weeks ago. it was excellent.

[Faggor]

Rush is for losers.


but i like them.

[mozartv]

Rush is for losers.

its true.

[YouGottaBeCrazy]

I Stand Atop A Spiral Stair!

[MeowMeow]

I heard Rush won #1 guilty pleasure on some lame poll. They even beat out Journey.

[zabbit82]

I Stand Atop A Spiral Stair!

An Oracle Confronts Me There!

[Seafroggys]

I heard Rush won #1 guilty pleasure on some lame poll. They even beat out Journey.

I'm surprised ABBA wasn't #1.

[132WalrusesInMexico]

An Oracle Confronts Me There!
He leads me on light years away!

[zabbit82]

He leads me on light years away!

Through astral nights, galactic days!

[The Crimson Sunset]

Does anyone know what the song "Tears" (by Rush of course) is about ?
What is the exact meaning of the song ?

[Skyler]

http://www.songmeanings.net/lyric.php?lid=3458764513820550926

[The Crimson Sunset]

Those are just personal thoughts about the meaning of the song, right ?

I was wondering what the exact meaning is... I guess only the guys from Rush know the answer :)


Thanks anyway :wave:

[132WalrusesInMexico]

Man, I saw Rush in Detroit in August... it kicked ***. I was surprised that they played Circumstances, Passage to Bangkok (Geddy played the Ric), Digital Man, and Subdivisions. I loved Neil's drum solo, it seems like he re-did a lot of it. Anyone else see them on this tour?

[Gonads]

I missed Rush, I wanted to go so bad but I spent all my money on cd's instead.

[RNR]

Rush is only a guilty pleasure if you suck ***. I would proclaim my love for Rush very loudly in a crowded place.

[Gonads]

Rush is only a guilty pleasure if you suck ***. I would proclaim my love for Rush very loudly in a crowded place.

So would I, I dont see how Rush could be a guilty pleasure when they are so great.

[Seafroggys]

As for guilty pleasure, that would be Abba. Man those guys rock, but its not something you can admit out in the open.

Yeah I'm becoming more of a Rush fan daily. I don't know how often I just randomly sing "We are the priests of the temple of Syrinx!" Such an amazing song/album.

[Gonads]

Yeah 2112 is amazing.

[SugarCoatedSour]

Meh, it's very "progressive". I've heard much better albums in the same context.

[Gonads]

What's wrong with progressive?

[SugarCoatedSour]

Nothing at all wrong with it. It's just very easily catagorized. Which to me means that they are not unique, or "special". They are just solid.

[132WalrusesInMexico]

I don't know, I think 2112 stands out to me as being unique.

[Shattered_Future]

2112 just stands out for me as nigh unlistenable. Geddy's voice gets too irritating even for me. And that's bloody hard to do.

[132WalrusesInMexico]

I think he sounds best on 2112! I hated his voice, but it grew on me. It's an acquired taste, like beer or wine.

[Gonads]

I think he sounds best on 2112! I hated his voice, but it grew on me. It's an acquired taste, like beer or wine.

Yeah Geddy's voice is an acquired taste, I actually thought He was a woman the first few times I heard Rush.

[flopper]

I've seen Rush live 7 times.
I saw them when hardly anyone else knew who they were and they were still playing 2000 seat arenas.
My band was playing 'The Spirit of Radio' and 'Limelight' when they were still new songs on the radio. And they all still had long hair and were in their 20's.
Yep, I'm THAT old.

Very few bands can touch them live musically and there's hardly a band out there anywhere that has that much collective musical talent in their members. :thumb:

[SugarCoatedSour]

^I know what you mean, but they can't compete with many of their peers either. Collectively they all fit well because their skill levels are similar.

[RNR]

No question Alex Lifeson is awesome, but I think that Neil Peart is a much better drummer than Alex is a guitarist.

[SugarCoatedSour]

Meh. I'd say they're all equally sophisticated with their approach, but what they're playing is still early 70's rock with certain progressive quirks. Now how that transfers over between drums and guitar is relative. Over all though I would say all 3 of them but in the same amount of "creativity"

[flopper]

^I know what you mean, but they can't compete with many of their peers either. Collectively they all fit well because their skill levels are similar.

And who would you consider to be their peers?

[lak89]

i've just got into Rush this year and i'm really enjoying them, i've got 2112, Caress of steel, Hemispheres, A Farewell to Kings, Power Windows and their latest one. I seem to enjoy Power Windows and Caress of Steel the most. Their latest album Snakes & Arrows seemed more like a collection of great songs rather than multi-minute epics

[Gonads]

Snakes & Arrows has more of an alternative sound to it, but I still love it. My Favorite Rush album right now is Moving Pictures.

[RNR]

i've just got into Rush this year and i'm really enjoying them, i've got 2112, Caress of steel, Hemispheres, A Farewell to Kings, Power Windows and their latest one. I seem to enjoy Power Windows and Caress of Steel the most. Their latest album Snakes & Arrows seemed more like a collection of great songs rather than multi-minute epics

Yes, it is. Rush haven't done anything 2112, Farewell to Kings, Hemispheres, and Caress of Steel style for years.

[Sandwich wRapper]

rush has a cool song its like salesmen!! zoom zoom

[Gonads]

Bump

[Gonads]

I recently got Permanent Waves, it's such a great cd Natural Science is one of the most underrated Rush songs.

[Deth]

It's a hell of a song.

Just bought The 30th Anniversary DVD for one of my friends for Christmas. He's become obsessed with Rush lately.

[Gonads]

That's great, I wanna get a Rush Dvd one day, from what I've seen on youtube it looks like Rush is a hell of a great live band.

[132WalrusesInMexico]

Rush was by far the best live act I've ever seen.

Yesterday was 21.12 :)

[Gonads]

Damn yesterday was 2112, I should of known that, I'm learning Freewill right now on bass, I just need to remember all of the parts.

[Deth]

That's a really fun song to play on bass. I love how it's in 7/4 but flows so smoothly.

[Gonads]

I wish I knew about time signatures, I've been lazy on my time signature studies.

[TojesDolan]

Rush is cool.

Times signatures is like dum dum crash dum dum crash

[Gonads]

Lol, sounds like a hip hop song.

[Deth]

It is, but with time signatures .

[Gonads]

How much bass theory do you think Geddy knows?

[Drum Monkey]

My Favorite Rush album right now is Moving Pictures.
That's my favourite Rush CD. I saw them in September and it was definitely the best concert I've seen.

As for "Natural Science", they play it all the time so they definitely know its greatness!

-DM

[Gonads]

I really enjoy this interview with Geddy Lee
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YotuwZw7Iuc

[132WalrusesInMexico]

That is a cool interview.

That's pretty sweet that he bought his J Bass in Kalamazoo because that is where I live. I got really excited when I heard that.

[Chrysostom]

Snakes & Arrows has more of an alternative sound to it, but I still love it. My Favorite Rush album right now is Moving Pictures.

Most of that album is great, but I hate "The Camera Eye". Grace Under Pressure is my favourite album right now - I love the synth.

[Gonads]

Today I got Hemispheres and Farewell to Kings for a christmas gift, both are amazing albums, every single song by Rush is great or good.

[lak89]

Power Windows is my favorite thus far, accesible but NOT mainstream, every song's perfect

[Seafroggys]

I got Hemispheres for Christmas, I haven't listened to it yet, listening to my new Who CD right now. Hopefully your guys' recommendation works out for me!

[132WalrusesInMexico]

Hemispheres is so fukn amazing. It's my favorite Rush album. It's definitely their most progressive. You will enjoy it.

[Gonads]

Every Rush cd is amazing so far for me, Snakes & Arrows has been growing on me a lot lately.

[ghettoeddo]

its taking me a long time to get into S&A :\

[YouGottaBeCrazy]

Salesmen!