absolutely I can say a lot of my thinking changed after absorbing rush lyrics. Rush is part of those who have come before them, so there are in a way hidden contributors that push both music and lyric's. like my own songs have a large rush influence but not the only style rush as driver helps a lot in thinking outside the box amen brother
A Farewell to Kings was the first Rush album that I "got"/understood and therefore loved. I was a brand-new Rush fan when that album came out. I had heard "All the World's a Stage", the live album, before that but it went over my head. I was only 13 and the ferocity of ATWAS was more than my brain was able to connect with. I didn't have a context, as a fan, yet to really get what Rush was at that point. But maybe that album planted a seed that would emerge has a lovely flower in 1977, when AFTK became my favorite album and Rush my favorite band! Then, I saw Rush in concert, in December of '77, and all bets were off! I was completely consumed by the experience -- my first Rock concert, at age 14 -- and my life-long fandom was locked in! So, yeah --- Rush got me and kept me for the rest of forever, from 1977 onward!
similar brother to my experience 1977 first rush intro, favorite lp started with. saw them in concert also that first time that show. wasn't that great the projection screen for back then, the opening acts head east, pat travers, the oxygen? lol. saw them Hollywood fl. lifelong fan also, see your comments here and, there good viewpoints. I think we will be voted in as rush fan consultants, one of these days lol. Im going to do a rush tribute myself, when I can get the time together, there a special band as I can't tell you, u already know. take care sir, see u in the next comments
The studio version of Xanadu is mindblowing. When they recorded the song, they did a run through to set mic levels. then the first take of the song is what you hear on the album. think about that for a minute. Three of the finest progressive rock musicians to ever grace the stage. RIP, Professor...
Fountain of Lamneth does make sense when you understand what it is. The story of a mans life, from birth to old age. There's no filler on the album, it's actually great if you give it a little time to marinate.
These guys were badass. This was by far my favorite era. 74 to 81. They were young and Geddy sung liked I liked. Later on they changed their style and I didn't like it as much. They just jammed back then
I saw them 6 times during that era, as you say! Late 1974, before FBN was released, about 4 months after Neil joined. They were very raw, blues based, but great even then! Counterparts is a good ablum after the synth infused 80's style! Clockwork Angels album & tour is pretty damn good also!!! I'm just glad there is so much of their live music available, from many decades!
so love them!!! 80s + concerts... I have pics of Neil on motorcycle arriving at AZ Suns stadium... ♥Psalm 40:8 I delight to do thy will, O my God: yea, thy law is within my heart.
great reaction that was no false act lol glad u loved this song. haven't heard for a few months, forgot the greatest in these arrangements it's like it was almost new listening again, can't go wrong hearing Xanadu if you're going to do it, as a whole set take care
Great reaction, Stax! Always good to see you doing some RUSH. I think you should do the album version of Xanadu. A little different than the Exit...Stage Left version. Still great. First time I heard A Farewell to Kings I found it so beautiful how we get that classical guitar intro and then it punches you in the face and never stops until that classical guitar outro. This might be my second favorite RUSH album. It is fantastic
The meaningful lyrics in every song are what set Rush above every other band to me. They made me think.
absolutely I can say a lot of my thinking changed after absorbing rush lyrics. Rush is part of those who have come before them, so there are in a way hidden contributors that push both music and lyric's. like my own songs have a large rush influence but not the only style rush as driver helps a lot in thinking outside the box amen brother
Rush back in the day was a force totally of their own. No copying, no mimicking. They were Rush.
A Farewell to Kings was the first Rush album that I "got"/understood and therefore loved. I was a brand-new Rush fan when that album came out. I had heard "All the World's a Stage", the live album, before that but it went over my head. I was only 13 and the ferocity of ATWAS was more than my brain was able to connect with. I didn't have a context, as a fan, yet to really get what Rush was at that point. But maybe that album planted a seed that would emerge has a lovely flower in 1977, when AFTK became my favorite album and Rush my favorite band! Then, I saw Rush in concert, in December of '77, and all bets were off! I was completely consumed by the experience -- my first Rock concert, at age 14 -- and my life-long fandom was locked in! So, yeah --- Rush got me and kept me for the rest of forever, from 1977 onward!
similar brother to my experience 1977 first rush intro, favorite lp started with. saw them in concert also that first time that show. wasn't that great the projection screen for back then, the opening acts head east, pat travers, the oxygen? lol. saw them Hollywood fl. lifelong fan also, see your comments here and, there good viewpoints. I think we will be voted in as rush fan consultants, one of these days lol. Im going to do a rush tribute myself, when I can get the time together, there a special band as I can't tell you, u already know. take care sir, see u in the next comments
The more you listen, the better it gets. It’s a lifelong addiction for many that GET it! Cheers!
Brilliant song writing - the last line "that leads us closer to the heart" - the title of one of the other songs ...
Just Brilliant! ❤❤❤
The studio version of Xanadu is mindblowing. When they recorded the song, they did a run through to set mic levels. then the first take of the song is what you hear on the album. think about that for a minute. Three of the finest progressive rock musicians to ever grace the stage. RIP, Professor...
Lyrics are more relevant today than when they were written. 😢
Fountain of Lamneth does make sense when you understand what it is. The story of a mans life, from birth to old age.
There's no filler on the album, it's actually great if you give it a little time to marinate.
These guys were badass. This was by far my favorite era. 74 to 81. They were young and Geddy sung liked I liked. Later on they changed their style and I didn't like it as much. They just jammed back then
I saw them 6 times during that era, as you say! Late 1974, before FBN was released, about 4 months after Neil joined. They were very raw, blues based, but great even then! Counterparts is a good ablum after the synth infused 80's style! Clockwork Angels album & tour is pretty damn good also!!! I'm just glad there is so much of their live music available, from many decades!
so love them!!! 80s + concerts... I have pics of Neil on motorcycle arriving at AZ Suns stadium... ♥Psalm 40:8 I delight to do thy will, O my God: yea, thy law is within my heart.
I went to see Rush in 79 at the Houston coliseum, in Houston tx greatest show I've ever been to.
great reaction that was no false act lol glad u loved this song. haven't heard for a few months, forgot the greatest in these arrangements it's like it was almost new listening again, can't go wrong hearing Xanadu if you're going to do it, as a whole set take care
You're in for a ride with this album and they only get better for the next four or five albums. 😊
Highly recommend Lovebites Scream for Me live Daughters of the Dawn.
Great reaction, Stax! Always good to see you doing some RUSH. I think you should do the album version of Xanadu. A little different than the Exit...Stage Left version. Still great. First time I heard A Farewell to Kings I found it so beautiful how we get that classical guitar intro and then it punches you in the face and never stops until that classical guitar outro. This might be my second favorite RUSH album. It is fantastic
1:44, for future reference, when it comes to rush, always go with lyrics or live videos. fewer distractions.
Easily in my top 2 or 3 RUSH albums
Do Aldious We Are music video.
2:03, as opposed to a closing intro?
1:10, cygnus is pronounced sig-nuss, not sing-us.