2112

This was the first Rush album I ever heard. My older brother played it for me and I remember being blown away by it. It was also my first concept album and I give it a listen from beginning to end at least annually since I first heard it.

This is the album that made me a lifetime Rush fan (as it did for Dave Grohl, as well, apparently: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTz2TDr79eI). It just simply rocks!!

This kicks ass. Exactly what you want from a Rush album. IMO, a 20 min song is a bit much. But they change it up enough, that it stays interesting the whole time. Great album

9/10 Surprised me truly. Favourite Song=Tears Least Favourite Song=A Passage To Bangkok

Who doesn’t love a bunch of nerds playing their instruments at peak performance? Rush’s string of records from 2112 to Moving Pictures is about as good as you’re going to get when it comes to progressive rock. I know Geddy Lee’s voice doesn’t sit well with everyone, but Rush just wouldn’t be Rush without it. I, for one, find it iconic. Neil Peart and Alex Liefson are equally iconic. No one plays the skins like Peart and Lifeson is an underrated piece of the Rush trio. 4.5/5

I don't even need to listen back to it, but I'm going to anyway lol. 5/5 BANGER. I go see it every year in lasers at my planetarium. 38 minutes, tight album of which 2112 is 20 minutes of it. Doesn't feel that as all. There’s something here as strong as life!

Uno de mis discos favoritos. El lado A es brillante, me encanta el sonido, cómo la voz cambia para adaptar quién habla en la historia, y hablando de la historia es algo que no se suele hacer mucho en canciones. Quizás la única contra de este álbum es que podría no tener el lado B, que parece haber sido agregado para rellenar la segunda mitad del vinilo. Sin embargo, estas canciones "extras" también son excelentes, quizás con "Lessons" como punto más flojo. 10/10 would recommend, un disco que debe ser escuchado por todos.

4.7 - Woah this album is so much more than the previous one we had. Felt like it was trying to be less wanky and more just raw song writing

Feels nostagic even tho I wasnt even born in that era

This was really good, relaxing second track added to the move. Seemed like simpler music solution to complexities of back then.

This is the kind of 5* album that I can understand if you hate it.

2112– Rush– I had always heard that early Rush is the poor person’s Led Zepplin. While I can hear some licks and some vocals that are reminiscent of LZ, this album is more like what Rush would become. This album has a more dramatic presentation than later Rush, but that quality of musicals suits them. This will probably be my favorite album by Rush. 4.5/5

Super vet. Ik kende Rush nog niet echt, maar ik ben hooked!

One of their best albums

Truly genius album. The first song is such a masterpiece. If you like progressive music you have to give this album a listen.

The thing I like most about this album is the story behind its making. The band were about to be dropped from their label and were being pressured to produce a more “commercial” work. Instead, they kept doing their thing and came up with this masterpiece. Even people I know who don’t like Rush will admit their talent is extraordinary. Peart was second to none behind the drums!

I love Rush. This isn't my favorite album of theirs, but I do love it and it's their breakthrough album. Forever grateful to it in that regard. Also, the more I listen to Alex's guitar work, the more I'm impressed with it. I was always enamored with the rhythm section, but he's definitely an underrated guitarist. I don't think there's ever been a band with this much concentrated talent.

Ja genieten

Six stars if I could.

Yes

another prog album that takes its listeners on a ride across the world, including time and space. this album is surreal and fantastic, the first track being a 20 minute suite. dealing with emotional journeys, tribulations, and literally going across who knows where, this album is a prog masterpiece, nothing else more needed than that. it'll resonate with a lot of listeners, it did for me, and i'm sure it does to plenty of others.

An absolute banger, my first encounter with Rush, my mind was blown away

After Geddy Lee says "and the meek shall inherit the earth" there's a couple of bars consisting of pure elite riff. Then Neil Peart comes in with possibly one of the greatest fills ever put on record. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

One of the best prog rock albums of all time.

One of their best albums

2112 was an absolute beast of an album. It was always hard, heavy, fast and melodic throughout all 6 of it's songs (the first track is three tracks combined into one, just so you know). The vocals and lyrics were very great parts of the album but for me, it was the music that stole the show with it being everything i described above. And there isn't a single song that's not great because the greatness carried over from each and every song all the way to the very end. In fact, i don't think there really is a flaw i can even mention, this album is genuinely excellent. Best Song: Tears Worst Song: The Twilight Zone

I have been waiting for this album since I started the project! Rush is my favorite band and this is my favorite album. It showcases their musical virtuosity, high concept lyrics and storytelling, and it’s still a banger by today’s standards. Each is a master of their respective instrument, and the sum is more than each part. Quite possibly the easiest 5 star review I’ve given. 5⭐️

I wanted to like the 1st track multiple times, and unable to cause it was the same track! 🔥

Oh yeah!

Oh the memories of listening to this the first time! It never gets old

It took several attempts to listen to this album, as I kept trying when I was tired and the sound of the water on the Overture lulled me to sleep. Having finally heard it all the way through though, I'm very impressed. It's going in my tidal collection. Five stars from me.

Phenomenal. Had so much fun.

For me, perfection. Although listening to it again I realize I think of it only as the first side. The tracks on side 2 are less impressive.

Brilliant storytelling in the space of spectacular musicianship. This is a landmark release

90% Best: 2112; A Passage To Bangkok; Something For Nothing Must-Hear? Oh yeah, it's Rush baby!

Just amazing!! Possibly the greatest rock trio of all time and this album really helped launched them. Musically the three members of the band are just about as good as it gets, vocally Geddy Lee can take a bit of getting used to for some people but i personally love his voice and they have the tunes. The first song is a sprawling 20 minute epic that is just fantastic and the rest of the songs that follow it great as well the whole album is a masterpiece and well worth inclusion.

Classic album.

The consumate Rush album

One of the best records ever made. Ever. In the history of the world. If all time. Ever. The absolute 🐐

I love prog, and have /just/ got back from ArcTanGent festival where I saw some excellent musicians play some really interesting music. Yet no one competes with Rush - This album is nearly 50 years old and it's still more complex, interesting and impressive than most things you hear today. Overture is a masterpiece, followed by some astounding complementary pieces of music. This album has no weaknesses. 5*

Side A: 6/5 Side B: 4/5

One of my favorite albums of all time. 5 stars just for side (track) 1 alone. Side 2 is good too, and lighter, but I'll often just listen to the first song and call it a day.

Darling of MAGA morons and Ayn Rand libertarians (who fail to acknowledge she died skint on welfare) whilst this album bought Rush their creative freedom and integrity it forever gave haters another reason other than geddys voice. Is it their best, no. But it certainly merits a position. Have to give it a very biased 5/5

I'd heard of Rush before I'd heard Rush. Neil, late 1980, parading a vinyl copy around class 2A at school. Chris telling me you could really feel the wind blowing at the staert of 2112 wen heard through headphones and the lyrics that included "the pornos that give pleasure to your eye." And it was the days of pocket money and so my first Rush album was 1981's Moving Picures. Bought on cassette from a service station in march 1981 on return from a ski-ing trip to the Italian Dolomites with unspent money. A sophisticated, modern rock album. So when i did eventually - and a fair few montrhs later - eventually hear 2112, the first thing I had to deal with was that high pitched unsophisticated voice and much more rocky sound. It was exciting. And then there was the lyrics. I've tried several times to read Ayn Rand's 'The Fountainhead' on which the 2112 story is based but never succeeeded in completing it. We still in 2024 argue about whether it ends in suicide or not. Side 2 of the record has the best music. The Twilight Zone is by far the most sophisticated piece of music on the album whilst Passage to Bangkok is just plain catchy with drug infused lyrics. A tad under forty minutes it doesn't outstay its welcome. It has an iconic cover and it sold shedloads. Those there boys huddled in the safety of their pseudo silk kimonos.

The album that introduced me to the greatest band of all time. Forced to listen to it in 1979 by my older brother - pretended to like it and then did !! Never listen like back.

It’s taken me about 40 years to really get Rush. Back in the day the hairy kids were fanatically into all things Rush. If Geddy Lee had opened a commune in Guyana these kids would have gone with and happily drank the Koolaid. I wasn’t into it. I couldn’t get past the smell of petunia oil. But now I am older and have the time to actually listen, they really are a phenomenal band. Especially this album. Pass the purple drink.

I love rush. Shut up you. They were nearly always able to play progressive music without 1) disappearing up their own clackers and 2) being so complex it was impossible to hold onto. Sure Neil’s lyrics were … sometimes only as good as their source material - ayn rand. And geddys voice isn’t to everyone’s taste. But man could they play. Alex plays like a demon being lifted I guess by Neil’s legendary drumming. Geddy’s bass is incredibly great too. 5 stars easily.

Rush is always awesome, so it's no surprise that I loved this. I'd heard 2112 many times before, but the other tracks were a first listen for me, and I didn't realize that 2112 was the overture for the rest and had a lot of the other melodies baked in. Wonderful listen, it was actually in my head when I fell asleep the night after listening, and it was great. Five stars.

Always liked side 1 of this one a lot. Listening again, side 2 also has some great tracks on it. Overshadowed by the popularity of the magical 2112 suite.

I suspect this will be my favorite album on this list of 1001 albums. Rush has introduced several generations, including myself, to the world of progressive rock. As a Canadian, I might have a slightly biased view because everyone here knows Rush. However, it's essential to focus on the cultural power of Rush and the unique progressive rock they brought to the world. No other progressive rock band has brought this genre of prog to the masses the way Rush did. Sure, there are bands bigger than Rush and bands more 'proggy' than Rush, but name a band that is both more progressive and bigger than Rush. You can't. Some might argue for Pink Floyd, but is Pink Floyd really more progressive than Rush? They are undoubtedly more psychedelic, but even with 2112 alone, Pink Floyd doesn't reach the prog heights of Rush's opus, not to mention deeper Rush cuts like Natural Science, Xanadu, and La Villa Strangiato to name a few. Others might suggest Yes, which indeed ventured deeper into prog. However, even Yes’s most commercially successful single, but tragically un-prog Owner of a Lonely Heart, pales in comparison to Rush’s iconic tracks like Tom Sawyer, The Spirit of Radio, and Limelight – all of which are progressive in their own right. For the past 50 years, Rush has been the undisputed king of progressive music. Their influence and mastery of the genre remain unparalleled. Long live Rush!

Fantastic. Nice high register for singing, but still tough to dance to.

This was great. The first track isn’t one song. It’s clearly multiple songs when you listen.

One of my favorite albums of all time. I love both sides of this album. I pulled my LP copy out to listen to this classic again.

I've heard of Rush before, obviously, and well aware of their reputation in the genre, but I have never sought them ought nor would I be able to name any of their tracks. That said, everything on this album sounds *very* familiar so their influence is abundantly clear. A great example of the genre.

Whenever people talk about this album, I feel like they're mostly talking about the title track. That's not to put down the other songs, of course, but "2112" is such an incredible, iconic, towering piece of prog rock (any Randian infiuence it might have aside) that it's hard to compare. But then, I don't think this album would be as acclaimed as it is if it was just a "2112" delivery system and the rest was "Who gives a dang?" The second has to, and does, hold ifs own. "Something For Nothing" and "Lessons" rock on their own; "A Passage To Bangkok" has to the hookiest hook on the album; "The Twilight Zone" is classic prog nerd topic shit with a killer guitar lick to boot... Even "Tears", the ballad of the album, comes out an enjoyable listen as some kinda 70's cheese. I wouldn't entirely blame the mindset claiming that the second side of the record is filler to justify releasing the title track on an album. Sort of a weird take on how a lot of 50's albums were constructed, y'know? But that's missing the fact that the other five songs are classics in their own right. They're worth the time, just as much as "2112" is. And all together, it makes one of the truly finest prog rock packages I've ever heard. And from Canadians, no less! My people! Now **this** is some national pride right here, I'll tell you what.

The first side is just a perfect piece of music to me, plus the second side has some good tunes on it as well.

Yeah, that’s a 5. I’ve never heard Rush before today, but I’ve heard people cover Rush. I’ve never heard 2112 before today, but that has a case to be one of the greatest “long” songs ever right off the bat for me. Just a swirling song that really makes use of its 20 minutes; I don’t think there’s a single spot wasted in there, from start to finish. That shit was absolutely fantastic. Easy 5. Oh, yeah, there’s 5 other songs too. I really liked 4 of them. The only one that never really grabbed me was Lessons. Lessons IS still good though! It just felt too loose compared to the relative structure present in most of the other songs, and it just never really perked up instrumentally for me (unless I'm just deaf or I wasn't paying attention, that is). I say that, knowing that “Tears” is on here, but like… I really liked that one, sue me. Cheesy as hell, probably, but I’m just a big sucker for cheesy stuff when it’s done totally right. So, yeah, the back half of the album gets a 4 from me. Balance that out, and you get a 4.5, which… come on, I’d be stupid to not round it up. Just an absolute treat of an album to listen to; great lyrics, super good vocals, and incredible instrumentation. That was… man. Easy 5.

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Damn i cant even lie. This shit is fire

Sonzeira, curto das antigas já

Rush has been a favorite my whole life. The musicianship is outstanding. 2112 is an all time classic in my book.

One of my favourite albums of all time has assumed control...it has assumed control...it has assumed control.

Amazing progressive rock master piece. This changed the landscape of hard rock in the 70s.

In danger of being dropped by their label, Rush asked for one more chance to prove themselves…and boy, did they deliver. There would be no Hemispheres or Moving Pictures or Clockwork Angels without 2112: the epic title track is by turns whimsical and brooding, and the collection of songs on the B-side displays their impressive musicianship.

I'd never heard anything by Rush so I had no idea what kind of sound to expect. I ended up absolutely loving this album. The title track was incredible to me. I can see where such a long track is endless if you aren't feeling it but for me it flew by. The second half of the album was also a lot of fun to me. The only "weak" song for me was Tears which even still I like in the context of the whole album, and can see myself listening to in the right mood. Very shocked to give my first 5 star to a band that I couldn't name a single song by, but here we are! Glad to find a new album to love and looking forward to exploring any more of their albums that are on the list.

Sublime. And weird.

Wow. Really good. Forgotten. 30 + years haven’t listened. Saw them live first time 9th grade Beaumont, TX Fall 1977

The Best album of Rush!

Doesn’t help that this is my parents favorite album ever.

Rush's "2112" stands as a towering masterpiece in the realm of progressive rock, earning its place as one of the genre's greatest albums of all time. Released in 1976, this conceptual opus showcases the band's virtuosity, creativity, and unparalleled musicianship. From the moment the opening track, "2112 Overture," bursts into existence, listeners are plunged into a sonic journey of epic proportions. The intricate guitar work of Alex Lifeson, coupled with Geddy Lee's thunderous bass and Neil Peart's masterful drumming, creates a musical tapestry that is both technically dazzling and emotionally resonant. The centerpiece of the album is the 20-minute epic "2112," a dystopian tale of individuality and artistic freedom set against a futuristic backdrop. Rush's ability to seamlessly blend complex musical arrangements with thought-provoking lyrics is unparalleled, making "2112" a quintessential prog-rock experience. Tracks like "The Temples of Syrinx" and "Discovery" showcase Rush's knack for storytelling and their willingness to push the boundaries of conventional song structures. Each movement flows seamlessly into the next, creating a cohesive narrative that captivates from start to finish. Beyond its conceptual brilliance, "2112" is a showcase of technical prowess. Lifeson's guitar solos soar with an otherworldly intensity, while Lee's vocals command attention with their range and emotion. Peart's drumming is a tour de force, driving the rhythm forward with precision and power. Even decades after its release, "2112" remains a timeless classic, revered by fans and critics alike for its innovation and ambition. It's an album that rewards repeated listens, revealing new layers of depth and meaning with each spin. In summary, Rush's "2112" is a magnum opus of progressive rock, earning its place as one of the greatest albums of the genre. With its masterful musicianship, thought-provoking themes, and epic scope, it's a must-listen for any music aficionado. Prepare for a journey into the realms of musical greatness! 🚀🎸

I’m a fan so I gotta rate it high. Can’t be objective about it.

Great album had many good songs but the whole album felt like one continuous song,

Rush I love you 4ever

My second favorite Rush album behind Moving Pictures. Really sick bass, the acoustic guitar sections sounded great, Neil and Geddy doing their things.

I am not a Rush fanatic, but I'm definitely a fan, and 2112 is a masterpiece for them and such a huge part of rock and progressive rock history. I don't feel there is a bad track or section on the album, and the way they were able to make the long epics while still making the album rock and grab a mainstream crowd is an achievement.

Amazing!

A prog rock masterpiece

Epic.

2112" by Rush, released in 1976, is a groundbreaking album that has left an indelible mark on the landscape of progressive rock music. Clocking in at just under 40 minutes, the album comprises a single, epic track on one side and a collection of shorter songs on the other. Here's a detailed review, dissecting its lyrics, music, production, themes, and influence, while also highlighting its pros and cons. Lyrics: The centerpiece of "2112" is its titular epic, a sprawling sci-fi narrative that unfolds across multiple movements. Written by drummer and lyricist Neil Peart, the story depicts a dystopian future society where creativity and individuality are suppressed by a totalitarian regime. The protagonist discovers a guitar and experiences the joy of music, only to have it rejected by the ruling elite. The lyrics explore themes of artistic expression, rebellion, and the struggle for freedom. Peart's poetic and thought-provoking lyrics add depth and complexity to the album, elevating it beyond mere rock music. Music: Musically, "2112" is a tour de force, showcasing Rush's virtuosic musicianship and innovative approach to rock. Guitarist Alex Lifeson's intricate riffs and soaring solos, coupled with Geddy Lee's agile bass lines and distinctive vocals, create a dynamic sonic landscape. Neil Peart's drumming is masterful, blending intricate patterns with powerful fills and driving rhythms. The band's tight interplay and seamless transitions between sections demonstrate their exceptional chemistry and musicianship. From the bombastic opening of "2112 Overture" to the haunting melodies of "Tears" and the frenetic energy of "Temples of Syrinx," the album is a showcase of progressive rock at its finest. Production: Produced by Rush and Terry Brown, the production on "2112" is crisp and polished, allowing each instrument to shine while maintaining a sense of cohesion. The album's rich textures and layered arrangements showcase the band's meticulous attention to detail. The use of synthesizers and other electronic effects adds depth and atmosphere to the music, enhancing its epic scope. Despite the complexity of the compositions, the production never feels cluttered or overbearing, allowing the listener to fully immerse themselves in the music. Themes: Thematically, "2112" explores the tension between individualism and conformity, creativity and control. The story serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked authority and the importance of artistic freedom. The album's themes resonate with listeners on a personal level, tapping into universal experiences of struggle, defiance, and the quest for meaning. "2112" is not just a piece of music; it's a powerful statement about the human condition and the timeless struggle for autonomy and self-expression. Influence: "2112" has had a profound influence on the landscape of rock music, inspiring countless artists across genres. Its ambitious scope and innovative approach to storytelling helped redefine the possibilities of what rock music could achieve. The album's blend of intricate musicianship, thought-provoking lyrics, and epic storytelling set a new standard for progressive rock, influencing generations of musicians to come. From its impact on bands like Dream Theater and Tool to its enduring popularity among fans, "2112" remains a cornerstone of the progressive rock canon. Pros: Epic storytelling: The narrative arc of "2112" is ambitious and compelling, drawing listeners into its dystopian world. Musicianship: Rush's virtuosic performances showcase their technical prowess and creative energy, captivating listeners with their innovative approach to rock. Production: The album's polished production enhances its epic scope, allowing each instrument to shine while maintaining a cohesive sound. Themes: "2112" explores timeless themes of individualism, creativity, and rebellion, resonating with listeners on a deep emotional level. Influence: The album's impact on the landscape of rock music is undeniable, inspiring generations of musicians and fans alike. Cons: Length: The epic length of the title track may be daunting for some listeners, requiring a significant time commitment to fully appreciate. Complexity: The intricate compositions and dense lyrics of "2112" may be challenging for casual listeners to digest on first listen. Conceptual nature: The album's sci-fi narrative and thematic depth may not appeal to all listeners, particularly those who prefer more straightforward rock music. Production limitations: While the production on "2112" is generally excellent, some critics have noted occasional inconsistencies in sound quality or mixing. In conclusion, "2112" stands as a towering achievement in the annals of progressive rock, combining epic storytelling, virtuosic musicianship, and thought-provoking themes into a singular masterpiece. Despite its length and complexity, the album continues to captivate listeners with its timeless appeal and enduring influence. Rush's magnum opus remains a testament to the power of music to inspire, provoke, and transcend boundaries.

One of the best pieces of music to ever exist 5/5

2112 / 5

Music for BO-scented old men who hang around in CEX. Neil Peart looks like he did some raping back in the day (RIP). 5 stars.

Amazing album. So bombastic and epic sounding.

Rush's second best album. 2112 the song is epics and a prog rock master piece. Honestly i love it. You can do air guitar, air drum, sing. Gives me goosebumps!

great album

So funny to me that people are complaining about a song being too long. I guess enjoy your subway surfers and Family Guy: Funniest Moments Compilation 6.

Finally some Rush! This album is so much fun to listen to with the goofy space rock opera that takes up the first half of the album. The slow build up in Discovery which then drops a shrieking guitar riff always gives me the chills. I love this album. It would be 5 stars enough with just 2112, but the songs on the b side add even more. Lessons is a sneaky top Rush song for me.

I mean, come on. This is one of the best albums ever made. One of the godfathers of progressive rock, arguably one of the best, most innovative, and most creative bands ever, with this being their magnum opus. The opening suite into Passage to Bangkok is enough to make it an all-timer on its own, and they still have 4 other songs afterward.

This is a masterpiece. 5/5

Classic

Great album but making a 20 minute song should be criminalized

Now THIS is greatness! Three of the world’s most talented artists, deep meaningful lyrics, strong melodic arrangements- this is just so frigging good it stands head and shoulders above so much of the crap on this list.

This is probably my favorite RUSH album. This is the trio at their most experimental and weird laying down grooves across time and space. A pseudo-concept album that was a wild statement in the musical landscape of its time. While I believe that they individually are some of the most talented technical musicians in rock, especially of that era, I always feel somewhat let down by their albums. I know and appreciate just how spectacular they are in their instruments, but I guess I expect that to result in a better whole product. I don't think I have been surprised at a RUSH album, no matter how much I enjoy them. Still 5 stars here for 2112

Literally someone last week told me I should listen to this album all the way through as it was the best Rush album and not Moving Pictures. Comparing track lists I'd be inclined to say the latter but now I'll at least be giving 2112 a listen. Second album in a row with an opening track clocking in at over 17 minutes, however this one is more digestible and commonly broken into several songs. Now I'm trying to figure out if there was a video version of this that I watched at some point or if Rush is just that good at painting mental pictures. The one video I can find is a comic book, but I am pretty sure I've seen some people in a tatooine-like environment finding instruments. The other tracks here are pretty forgettable, so it's not quite perfect, but the first side is really good Favorite track "2112" - first 2 sections in particular 4.5/5

Not really a skip on this one, proggy as you could hope for in the opening combined with classic rock bangers afterwards.

Amazing classic!

Hebben!

Loved it!!! his voice is out of this world!!

4.5 - It's pretty close to a 5, as a lot of the songs on here are bangers, but there's just a track or two that I don't love enough for a 5 to feel right. They're not bad, they just don't hit as hard and that's hard to ignore when there's only six tracks. I trust that it'll grow on me enough to be a perfect 5 eventually. This is a hot take apparently, but I think the album cover is cool.

Definitely out of my usual Rush experience here, but also so familiar. Such ridiculously talented musicians, composers, arrangers. Loved it.

second best next to hemispheres

That was good

Fucking awesome.

One of my all-time favorites! I've seen them perform the entire album through live many times. Love it!

I was exposed this album in my mid-teens. I liked it, but my musical tastes were starting to expand from the sixties and seventies rock, R&B and easy listening music that I was had been exposed to by my mom as a kid. It wasn't until Rush released Moving Pictures that they started to become one of my favorite bands. When I rediscovered this album later in life I began to know how great it is. One of my favorites.

I immediately put this on again as soon as it had finished, then went on to more Rush. Good thing lyrics bounce off my brain because that philosophy sure isn't mine.

My wife’s favorite album from her favorite band. We have Fly By Night framed on the wall and Neil Peart quotes in her band’s classroom. The impact Rush has had on my life through their impact on her is huge. Even if I were inclined to try for ‘objective’ ratings, with this band, I could not.

Beautiful album

RIP Neil Peart "2112" by Rush, released in 1976, stands as a monumental achievement in the progressive rock genre. This conceptual album showcases Rush's virtuosic musicianship and ambitious songwriting, offering a journey through a dystopian future where music and individuality are suppressed. The titular track "2112" is a sprawling epic, clocking in at over 20 minutes, featuring complex arrangements and thought-provoking lyrics. Other standout tracks like "The Temples of Syrinx" and "Something for Nothing" further showcase the band's technical prowess and thematic depth. With its blend of intricate instrumentals, philosophical lyrics, and captivating storytelling, "2112" is a quintessential prog-rock masterpiece. Earning a resounding 5/5, this album solidifies Rush's place as one of the most innovative and influential bands in rock history.

- Rush, eine bemerkenswerte Band, mit einem der 100 besten Gitarissten, einem der 10 besten Bassisten und, einem der 5 besten Schlagzeuger aller Zeiten. Ich finde es immer wieder erstaunlich, was für ein Sound diese Band mit nur 3 Mitgliedern entwickeln kann. - Rein handwerklich (und da geht es im prog mehr drum, als in anderen Genres) findet man wenig Bands, die, vor allem in ihrem Jahrzehnt, virtuoser und krasser waren als Rush - 2112; Das zweitbeste und -bekannteste Album der Prog-Götter (Moving Pictures wird unter Garantie auch noch kommen) startet ganz seicht mit einem 20 minütigen, mehrepisodigen Song, der den Charakter einer ganzen Geschichte, fast eines ganzen Albums in sich vereint. - Aber es ist nicht nur der erste Song, der meiner Meinung nach total überzeugt. Auch der Rest des Albums strotzt vor Kreativität, ist aber auch so erstklassig komponiert und arrangiert, dass sich trotz stilistischer Unterschiede und Dramaturgie eine absolut gleichbleibende Qualität und ein rundes Hörempfinden einstellt. - Rush und Led Zeppelin sind der Grund, warum ich heute so sehr auf bands wie Mars Volta, Wolfmother, Crown Lands und Greta Van Fleet abfahre. - Das einzige, was ich 2112 vorwerfe, ist das abrupte Ende mit einem sehr schnellen Fade-Out und das mir die Stimme von Geddy Lee auf anderen Alben besser gefällt. 4,5/5

One of the best concept albums ever. Just incredible. Does it make sense? Not really. Do I absolutely love it? Yeah I do.

Love this, i´m a fan. Just like the four albums after this one. I want to say classics :)

Classic progrock album.

I love this more than I thought I would, only really ever listened to the first album without Neil Peart.

Definitely not the best Rush album nor is it my favorite. However, I'll never not 5 star Rush.

Love, love, love this band. So innovative, such incredible performers -- my ear always bows when they play -- and to me, they hold up well even so many decades later. Saw them in concert when I was a teen and it was truly amazing.

This shit was fucking awesome

Rush is one of my all time favorite bands and as such it is impossible for me to be fully objective. This album contains one of my favorite all time songs (A passage to Bangkok) as well so... This album seemed intended to be a progression from a dystopian future to an idealized rebellion. Like Star Wars with guitars. It is probably not their most accessible album but is a real gem for anyone already familiar with the trio.

MUITOO BOM. Adorei de verdade, me cativou o rockzinho bom. A batida da pra sentir todos os instrumentos (me surpreendi).

LOVE this album. One of the few cassettes I had in my car growing up.

Really enjoyed this. I thought I had heard most of it before, but I guess I never got through the entire first 20 minute romp. Pretty great, would definitely listen to it again. 5/5

A classic and epic prog rock album, one of the best

Really good

Damn — 2024's been Rush year for me, between these two albums and Geddy's memoir. I listed to Permanent Waves the other day as well, so I guess my being a fan is established. This album really set me on a new course when I was in middle school. I was a Kiss devotee (what? I was in freakin' middle school) and then listened to this and Moving Pictures and Permanent Waves (I got them all for my 14th birthday) and it opened my brain to new possibilities. On this listen, and it's been a while since I spun this album, I was really moved — and not by nostalgia, but by the content of the record. The band was on the precipice when they recorded this — about to get dropped by their label if they didn't produce a "hit" — and they basically decided they'd go out in a blaze of their own glory, and instead of issuing an album aimed at trying to appeal to a radio audience, they indulged in a album-side-length epic about a dystopian society ... that ultimately exploded their fan base and sealed their future as a 40+year indomitable force in smart-rock. (Yeah, I made up a new genre for them.) I found the 2112 story really held up, I thoroughly enjoyed it, air drumming to every goddamned fill. And side 2 (for those of us who still think in those terms) was just as good. I had all but forgotten "Something For Nothing" was on this album, and that one blew me away on this listen. Anyway — Rush rules!

Contains the best 20 minute long song of all time. Also learned that Passage to Bangkok is about drug tourism.

Love a bit of pog rock

2112 is really interesting story and concept album. Great hits, sci-fi dystopian feel which really adds to the album overall.

Man, Rush is a pretty polarizing group...you either love them or hate them. I'm in the former camp. Neil Peart has been one of my idols since I picked up a pair of drumsticks at the wee age of 11 years old. The man was an amalgamation of all the best drummers of the 60s and 70s and then some. I don't know how Geddy Lee can play those complicated bass/keys parts AND sing on top of it. Just a whole lot of dexterity and musicianship in that band. This album was no different. I like how the A-side sets up the themes for the rest of 20 minute song within the first 30 seconds. Even though it was so long it didn't feel like that long given the breaks in the track. Masterfully executed and just a general banger of a prog rock album! Standout Tracks: Just listen to the entire thing.

Peak Rush, 2112 is a 20 minute track that feels like 5.

I'll be there when I teach what I've been taught And I've been taught

and the meeeEEk shaaAl inheEEeeEEeriit thee eeaaarth.... järjetön eka biisi. moniosainen mestarillinen progeklassikko. pukumiehet kysyivät radioystävällistä poppia. sen sijaan tuli tuommoista.. voitko uskoa että 2112 on vain kolmen viikon päässä?? muutaman tylsä osio huolimatta 5/5 biisi (ei tylsä ei tarkoita hidas...hiljainen... dumbass bitchass...) odotin että loppualbumilta tulisi silti pistevähennystä..penaaltia. sillä evaluoitu huonosti toisella puolella . 5 seuraavaa 3-4 minuutin pätkäleen biisiä ovat kuitenkin erinomaisia... olen kuullut tämän albumin aikaisemminkin. nyt kuuntelukerralla vasta noteerattu eksellenssi. 2112

best rush album one of the greatest prog albums i love rush

Attention all planets of the Solar Federation Attention all planets of the Solar Federation Attention all planets of the Solar Federation We have assumed control We have assumed control We have assumed control Prepare to have your tits rocked off. One of my favorite albums of all time. Nostalgic for me on too many levels. Grew up listening to this vinyl, that I'm currently listening to with my Dad, a hundred times. Was in a Rush tribute band and used to know how to play this entire album. A staggeringly powerful epic of progressive rock that has influenced hundreds of bands and musicians. Long live Rush.

Far out

Top rock

Never listened to a full rush album before but was familiar with a few songs. This was so much better than I thought it would be. Loved it.

Chill rock, kinda weird because the first song was 20 mins long. Great for a road trip or hanging out with friends as background music.

Rush rocks

Such a perfect prog rock concept album. Musicianship, production, lyrics - everything about it is top tier. Rush is a great band, and this is them at their best.

Glad to see this made the list. I still listen to this a few times a year. I'll give 5 stars to anything between 2112 and Moving Pictures.

mega bangers

The best!

Great prog album

obviously 2112 the song is a masterpiece and i remembered really liking Passage to Bangkok and The Twilight Zone but i was curious how the rest of the album was going to hold up. it held up amazingly. some great ballads and classic rock to end the album

Legendary. Epic.

A whole side of an album dedicated to 1 song... Stick it up your arse record company and radio stations this is for the fans.

I really love Rush's sound. This album isn't quite at the level of Moving Pictures for me, and some of the back end of the album is just there, but the story telling in the first track is incredible.

An album I’ve heard at least 100 times that begins with one of the greatest songs over 20 minutes long. Rush is great, 2112 is a masterpiece and there is nothing else that needs to be said.

One of the best albums of all time. Not a bad song. Literally perfect

Has been one of my all-time favorite albums for years! This is Rush at their absolute best. Every single note on every single song is perfect. Highs for me include the title track, A Passage to Bangkok, The Twilight Zone, Lessons, Tears, and Something for Nothing. Oops—that’s the entire album! It is amazing how expressive Rush can be, especially on this album. The imagery in the title suite is so vivid and masterfully captures so many emotions—wonder, fury, sorrow, wonder again. This is continued in the remainder of the album. I love the chorus in The Twilight Zone, especially the second one when you get that whispering in your left ear. It gives me chills. I love when the guitar follows Geddy’s voice when he cries out “You didn’t listen again!” in Lessons. I love the wistful sensitivity of Tears. I could go on and on!

What an incredible album. 211w is my favourite Rush album. The genesis of 2112 may be my favorite success story in music. After their previous album 'Caress of Steel' was unsuccessful in almost every way, Rush's record label at the time considered dropping them. But Rush got one last chance at redemption thanks to their manager at the time. The record label wanted commercial success but Rush decided to stick to their progressive rock style - "if we go down in flames, at least we went down on our own terms" was the mind set. A gamble, if you will. It ultimately paid off. The first side of the record was akin to their tradition progressive rock concepts. One 20 minute song, broken into seven parts, about a futuristic sci-fi dystopia. "2112" tells a story set in the city of Megadon in 2112, where individualism and creativity are outlawed with the population controlled by a cabal of malevolent Priests who reside in the "Temples of Syrinx." A galaxy-wide war resulted in the planets forcefully joining the Solar Federation (symbolized by the "Red Star" on the cover of the album). By 2112, the world is controlled by the priests who take orders from giant banks of computers inside the temple. Music is unknown in this world absent of creativity and individuality, but in "Discovery", a nameless man finds a beaten guitar inside a cave and rediscovers the lost art of music. In "Presentation", the man takes the guitar to the priests at the temple, who say, "Yes, we know, it's nothing new; it's just a waste of time", and then proceed angrily to destroy it and send him away. Next, in "Oracle: The Dream", the man dreams of a new planet, established at the same time as the Solar Federation, where creative people live. He awakens, depressed that music is part of such a civilization and that he can never be part of it, and kills himself, in "Soliloquy", originally titled "Soliloquy of the Soul". Another planetary war begins in "Grand Finale", originally named "Denouement", resulting in the ambiguous spoken ending: "Attention all planets of the Solar Federation: We have assumed control" Side 2 of the record is a more traditional hard rock sounding Rush. As serious as Rush is about their craft, they know to have fun with it. For instance, the song 'A Passage to Bangkok' - it's a story about marijuana and trying to find all the places in the world that grows the best weed. It's a silly concept, but you really wouldn't gather that from hearing that on the surface of the song. I have nothing bad to say about this album. It made me love progressive music. It inspired me to write my own music in a different way. I will always listen to this record. And you should too. "And the meek shall inherit the earth." 2112/5.

Always liked Rush, never heard this one. Will be back

One of my all time favorites, specially the 7 parts of the 2112 track, it is just like reading a science fiction book, amazing :)

Orignal and really fun and cool to listen. Rock.

Dope intro. Tapers off. Big 80s sound with late vibe. Makes me think of house of the holy

It's a masterpiece that is not for everyone. People often complain about the "tuning" at the 7 minute mark, but I see that more as a little sound break by a literal stream after being punched in the face with "Overature" and "Temples of Syrinx". The "tuning" then turns into a calming meditative song that builds until we are taken on another rollercoaster of rock. One of the first vinyl records I bought and it's still one of my favourites.

First song is epic. Tears and Lessons as well.

I don’t need to review this….i couldn’t add anything of value. Just listen to this

Worth it and more.

Yes. Uh huh yep yeay! Good great amazing love it all. No complains not even the 20 minute song which usually makes me angry but it was so split I liked it and loved it. Thank you for this album.

I'm a kid in the early 80s on a bus trip with other middle school kids and had run out of my own cassettes so I borrowed 2112 from BB. I'd just purchased a live album of theirs over the winter and was mystified as to how huge and varied this band's sound was. But had never yet listened through any of their studio albums and so put this on in my headphones and pressed play... Game over. Immediately. Thanks B. Album purchased upon returning home. New life path defined. :) How can I possibly write about this album? Best gateway drug of all-time. Read the story of/on how the band came to making this album - their "go for broke" career choice which paved the way for everything else. 2112/10 5 giant red stars.

I loved it. Great album, great first song longer than 20 mins. And also Gedy Lee sings better in this album.

Amazing, loved it. Beautifully crafted

I have ears that work so this is a 5 and I'll fight anyone who says differently

It's not Prog, it's just a long song. BOLLOX! THIS IS PROG!! Wow, what a way to start an album. You can probably guess that I like this. It is a superb example of a Prog album, and as that, I can totally understand why you may not like it. All I can say is this is my kind of album.

The record that created the legend that is Rush. Progressive over the top and a little self indulgent maybe! But brilliant rock music for those that appreciate brilliant musicianship.

A perfect album

Regardless if you’re a fan of sci-fi, prog rock, space operas or just long musical pieces, you can’t go wrong with “2112.”

Mickey

The pinnacle of hard / prog rock. I have listened to this album many dozens of times.

A classic.

C’est un super album de Rush, si vous aimez des pièces de 22 minutes de space rock opera chanté par une ptite voix ben aigue

After being burned by Moving Pictures, this was much more what I wanted from Rush. Unequivocal rock god shit.

Ik had deze nog nooit echt geluisterd maar weet wel dat het door Pink Floyd liefhebbers super goed gevonden wordt. En dat is helemaal terecht! Ik had wel eens her en der een nummertje geluisterd van ze, maar ben volgens mij nooit aan een heel album toegekomen. En wat zonde, want holy shit kant 1 is echt fantastisch, die gaan we zeker nog een keer luisteren. Kant 2 is wel minder, maar wat mij betreft is dit gewoon alsnog 5 sterren.

This is a brilliant album!

Great!

Love anything rush creates, on a whole other level.

I saw Laser Rush 2112 at a planetarium in Anchorage during a vacation to Alaska earlier this year. A family with several small children left early on, couldn't blame them. I don't know what they were expecting but yeah. Just sitting back in the dark and getting to listen to the whole album on a pretty good sound system was a treat. Enjoying someone else's visual interpretation of the music was icing on the cake. Not my number one favorite Rush album but still an easy 5 from me.

What a power move producing an album like this after a commercial failure the previous album. The title track being 20 minutes long barely felt like any time at all

Stunningggg What an experience

I already knew going in that I was going to like this (A Passage to Bangkok slaps) but I didn't realize I was going to like it THIS MUCH. I've listened to 2112 before (albeit in pieces), but I apparently wasn't listening, because I was jamming the whole time, and even once we got past that behemoth of a song, each song afterwards was just as good, and varied, making this album never feel bloated, even with such a long song, and the instruments only add to the majesty of the whole thing. I also really love Geddy Lee's voice here. I mean, I enjoy it on other Rush albums too, but as this is pretty early in their discography, his voice is still at peak performance, and he nails every note with such perfection. Just an amazing album, I'm truly blown away. Gonna be honest with y'all, the Ayn Rand references completely went over my head until I read others reviews, and while I definitely see issues there, I still think the music is damn good, and Neil Peart, before passing, did rescind those ideas for the most part, so I look at it less as endorsement and more as seeing the beliefs of a songwriter that didn't know better. However, I could totally be making excuses so that my mind enjoys the album more free of guilt. Just thought I should specify that my five star is not in support of Rand's believes, just in support of music I like the sound of.

I've owned this in the formats, so I'm a fan!

67 of 1001 Rush - 2112 Favorite Track : 2112: (Medley) Rating : 5/5 I was offered up one of my favorite albums of all time, so I put in the ear buds and took at walk at 4:30 am to listen again. There are worse ways to start the day. It is hard to be impartial about this one. All are at the top of their game I can't find a bad thing to say about it, while I'm sure some could. Just an absolute gem, in my opinion. You either love them or you don't.

Day 344 of my explorations in the (not so deep) depths of so called "good music". I have now fully joined the priests of the Temples of Syrinx, operating computers and holding the gifts of life. That's a good one. A masterpiece that did put Rush on the map and guess what? The following albums are even better!

This is one of the greatest release by one of the greatest band ever. How could I not love it? 2112 is one of the most epic conceptual track ever made and the side B contains some of Rush finest cuts.

love rush and have always enjoyed this album.

Holy crap, I'm really surprised how much I liked that. The only thing I really knew of Rush was the Tom Sawyer one from Rock Band, and it's not my favorite. There wasn't a single song on this album that I didn't like (even the 20 minute long one, although songs should never be that long). Tears was beautiful. Period. I will listen to more of them now.

Progressive Rock album van de Canadese band Rush. Deels een verhalend album over een wereld zonder muziek, deels een collectie van geweldig klinkende prog rock nummers. Muzikale comeback voor Rush en een nieuwe persoonlijke favoriet. leukste nummer: 2112 "2112" was sterk beïnvloed door Ayn Rand's "Anthem" en de ideologie Objectivisme. Zó sterk, dat de auteur gecredit is voor het nummer om een rechtszaak te voorkomen.

Another Rush album! The title track is worth the price of admission alone. Over 20 mins of fantastic storytelling. The rest of the album just shows off how amazing they are in general. Love it.

Rush had some growing pains. Peart wasn’t around for the first album. The second is very much like the first. Caress of Steel is a mess in just about every way, but then this…. A loose concept album about a dystopian future Steeped in the philosophy of Ayn Rand. Rush merged noodly progressive sensibilities with the hard rock of those first two albums and never looked back leaving a legacy of great albums. It all really starts here though.

Muy buen disco de rock progresivo. Lo escuche varias veces, me gusta la potencia y las melodias. 4.5

This is one of those times where I had to listen to an album I never would have freely chosen, and it's also one of those times I really enjoyed what I listened to, despite being out of my genre comfort zone. It's an album to be enjoyed as an album, and quite well done for that.

One of my best friends in high school loved Rush, but for whatever reason that love never rubbed off on me. Since then I have always intended to listen to more Rush but never have. I was instantly impressed by the musicianship on this album. The performances are pretty awesome - the drums were particularly exhilarating - and the content of the songs unique and interesting. I loved it!

Mæsterpiece

Pretty G

I'm biased as a huge rush fan, but A side for this album is rush at their very best... Ignore B side.

This was the album that made me fall in love with Rush

Fantastic album The title track is awesome and deserves a 5 all by itself

Love this album, and the band in general. On my top 3 best progressive rock bands of all time

Loved Lessons & Tears

"2112" is the fourth studio album by Canadian rock band Rush. It was make it-or-break-it for them on their record label Mercury Records after their commercially disappointing "Caress of Steel" and tour. Well, they made it. Terry Brown was the producer and the band continued down the progressive rock path as the whole first side is one song, a seven part track inspired by the dystopian Ayn Rand 1937 novel "Anthem." "2112" hit #5 on the Canadian charts, broke them through commercially in the US and the band toured Europe. "Part I: The Overture" kicks off the album, the self-titled song and is one of the best jukebox bargains as the whole song is 20-minutes long. It's spacey, it changes pace and it's got Tchaikovsky. "The Meek Shall Inherit the Earth" and we head into the rockin' "Temples of the Syrinx." We meet the priests who outlaw creativity and invidualism, live in the temples of Syrinx and take orders from computers. If Geddy Lee's voices irritates you, here's Exhibit A as he brings it screaming. The next four section describes a guy who discovers a guitar and music, takes it to the priests who destroy it, dreams of another world where music is allowed but eventually gets depressed and kills himself. The music goes fast and slow as the story unfolds. The band jams on "Part VII: The Grand Finale" as the other world goes to war with the Priests. I don't think it ends well as the last words we hear are "We Have Assumed Control." The second half of the album of the album is more standard rock. Guitarist Alex Lifeson stands out on "A Passage to Bangkok" which is an ode to all places that grow the best weed. His layered guitars. His oriental riff. "The Twilight Zone" was written based on the TV show. It's slower and sounds like a 1980's heyday metal ballad. Hmmm...I'm not sure that's good or not but definitely influential. The last song on the album is "Something for Nothing." More layered guitars, actually what I would call classic Rush guitar. About freewill and decision making. Listening to this album is like listening to two different albums. The first part is brilliant, original and rocks. The second half sounds similar to their previous album "Caress of Steel" which is not altogether a bad thing. If you like Rush, you love this album and if you don't like Rush, you hate this album. I put "2112" as my second favorite Rush album with "Moving Pictures" edging it out.

I know Rush's catalog decently-well and I while I wouldn't say this is 'the best' Rush record it's def very solid, and there is some great stuff on here. Going to be hard to choose between a 4 or 5

2112 gets the album 5 stars. the second half has some good songs but isn't quite the same

I would say like a 4.5 for me, but I'll round up for the nostalgia factor. YES I was born after the invention of sliced bread. YES this is nerd dad rock. YES I want to go fast during Overture/Temples

Good, and it prompted me to hit the archives for Rush's first album. Good choice.

Theres many things I respect and love the Canadians for, and Rush is definitely high up on that list. Being originally from the south of England, prog was to a yong me all Jethro Tull, Genesis and Yes. It was always psychadellic and folky wankery played by uptight Englishmen. I respect the hell out of Yes but I don't nessecarialy want to listen to them. Cut to discovering Rush in my late teens and I was blown away by how much it rocked. I loved how they didn't seem to take themselves to seriously and were doing fun dorky space operas. And did I mention how hard it rocks? Geddy wailing in The Temples Of Syrinx may be one of my favourite vocals ever and that phenomenal riff that runs through not just Temples of Syrinx but is woven throughout the whole of 2112 has got to be in the running has got to be up there with the greatest riffs of all time. And of course the musicianship on show from all 3 of them is just phenomenal. I love this album.

2112- ? (Too much to rate) A Passage To Bangkok- 8.7 The Twilight Zone- 8.5 Lessons- 8.6 Tears- 9.6 Something For Nothing- 9.1 Like a 4.6 out of 5... Arounded to 5 very good

The priests have the same feelings toward guitars as most people at a party have when someone strikes the first chord of Wonderwall. My feelings toward this album is the exact opposite of that.

2112 is not for everyone. Listen to the last 30 seconds of the opening track as that tells you everything you need to know.

Este disco se convirtió en uno de los mejores que escuché por la primera canción. Increíble sonido e historia

The ultimate game of two halves album. Side one sheer prog heavy genius and batshit crazy. Side two some nice but ultimately unremarkable single tracks. Can't give it a five, much though I'd like to, for Tears (ballads always problematic for Rush with that voice), and the ridiculous orientatlism of the guitar lick on Bangkok. Four then. They got the 'long tracks/short tracks' balance better on the next two IMHO

Brilliant album, brilliant first song. Absolutely loved it. Prog rock at its best Saved songs: 2112:Overture..., The Twilight Zone, Something For Nothing

Great stuff throughout. Nice drums Niel!

Awesome, I loved the sci-fi vibe and the riffs It's a classic for a reason, even if the main track is 20ish minutes long it doesn't feel like it is, it's really enjoyable

My favorite Rush album. The title track is the standout for good reason, but the 2nd half is pretty awesome too. Something For Nothing, A Passage To Bangkok, and The Twilight Zone are songs I really like. There are many good to excellent Rush albums but this one will always be my #1

Really enjoyable album, will come back

Good symphonic rock...

You either get it or you don't

One of the best

I'm definitely going to listen again to this album, need to pay closer attention to the lyrics

Not an east one to go back to, but a great album!

6/5 ballads harped

awesome, classic Canadian band

Classic

Another classic in my collection. I've loved this album since I was in elementary school

Incredible album, a full sonic experience with incredible production throughout

Essential prog rock album. First half is a suite about a distopean future where individualism is banned. Music fades away as a result. The protagonist finds an a guitar and tries to influence his society with it. The powers that be banish him and he kills himself, refusing to live in a world without music. Tears is especially good on side 2 If you can stomach Geddy Lee's voice, this is a great intro to Rush.

Good

LOVED it, especially the first song.

Sorprendente discazo de progresivo. De eso que lamento no haberle entrado antes a Rush, pues los tenía en un concepto de indigestos y difíciles de apreciar, pero al menos este disco es muy muy bueno. Hay tres cosas que me gustan: la impresionante instrumentación, las letras locas, elaboradas y como futuristas, y la voz icónica. Con eso le alcanza para la 5a estrella.

Rush is the goat. It's cool how their music sounds so similar but also so dynamic and different

It's rush what can you say. Sonically amazing and epic lyrics.

THAT WHOLE TIME, I WAS ON THE FIRST TRACK?!

Это пять

A banda tem uma qualidade excepcional, gostei muito da sonoridade desse álbum. Minha preferida foi: The twilight zone

Chato

The hard rock end of prog. Briliant.

Really enjoyed this one a lot. It's prog rock in it's purest form. The usual criticisms that can be made of the genre are applicable to this one as well. Songs go on for pretty long, focus on instrumental virtuosity over easy accessibility, etc. But I found the album very coherent and well-crafted. This is especially true when considering how long ago this one was made. It never felt like it became too meandering either. In terms of quality this is more of a 4.5 than an amazing 5. But I'm rounding it up for being an important part of the foundation many of my favorite modern bands built their own careers on.

yep

Fantastic, a new rush fan is born

like!

Always love this album

Absolute classic!

4.5 side one is a masterpiece.

Second side was slightly disappointing but the song 2112 earns a high score on its own. 9/10

Easy 5 stars. RIP Neil Peart.

tremen

Title track is of course an absolute epic. Most of the other tracks are banging as well, but not all. 2112 makes up for it though.

If someone asks what the definition of Prog Rock is, this is the answer.

A masterpiece.

I’ve always skipped over this Rush album, didn’t have much of an understanding of prog rock. I thoroughly enjoyed this one!

LOVED IT

We've taken care of everything The words you read The songs you sing The pictures that give pleasure to your eyes It's one for all and all for one

Super Album. Hätte damit nicht gerechnet liegt aber voll auf meiner linie

Actually pretty good stuff!

Solo escuchar a Neil Pert es una maravilla. UN disoc de su época, que es la mía,

Rush se merece más!

This album is epic. I was originally into rush during their peak, but enjoyed some songs. This is really adventurous and ambitious. Will definitely be listening to this on occasion.

I think I just discovered I love Rush

Classic.

Really good. Psychadelic and sometimes hard rock. The singing during the hard rock parts wasn't so great. but otherwise I really enjoyed it. 4.5

Classic. Love Rush.

Ugh so good. Love rush

I never equated Rush and Led Zeppelin so closely before. Also an old friend.

I'm as big a Rush fan as the next guy. I love much of their catalog, from their self-titled debut through Hold Your Fire. Still, aside from the "2112 Overture," this ranks among their weaker efforts for me. The saving grace is that the overture takes up more than half the album, which is enough to keep it at a solid 4/5.

I made a needlepoint of this album cover in my junior high crafts class. So yeah, I was/am a fan. That said, it’s not my favorite Rush album, and their lyrics, like in most Rush songs, are something that sound like they were written by someone who smoked way too much weed and read a bunch of Ayn Rand and thought it was brilliant instead of the shitty writing of a deranged selfish asshole like Rand was. And it sounds that way because that’s exactly what happened. But man, those guys could sure play.

9/10

Such an awesome album. And such a cool story. I will say, this is not a good background album

Teetering between a 3 and a 4 on this one. Enjoyed Moving Pictures more, felt like there was more to it than 2112. This felt samey across the whole album. The synths variation on Moving Pictures offers more variety and width to the albums sound. This felt boxed in, good and tight and yada yada, but boxed in. I will need to re-listen and maybe take a closer to the lyrics to get the conceptual/storytelling side of this, as I know thats a big part of it. But even if it were to knock me socks off storywise, I still don't think sound wise I would call this anything crazy other than the technical skills goin around in here. Moving Pictures just oozes more creativity imo.

This is some Prog Rock that sounds pretty great (without Ayn Rand's influence, it would have been better)

Très très cool Didn’t know it was that good

Could absolutely see myself being annoying about Rush if I were around in their heyday

Oh my god is this project finally going to make me a Rush fan… is this what it’s all been building toward? Three decades we’ve held it off but considering everything about me it does seem inevitable… Yeah I really really dug this one. Kinda prog rock lite? Maybe that’s why it worked so much for me. The first track is obviously absurd and cheesy and eye roll worthy but I didn’t even care, I was completely in. The back half of the album is less interesting but still fun, I love listening to his voice. Surrendering to the siren call of yet another Canadian musical god. Strong 4.5! Second act montage needle drop in my biopic: “2112” (specifically everything after “Presentation”)

Manaam czy to ty. Słuchałam jak jechałam nocą w deszczu na rowerze

The first half is of course a Prog Rock classic, with the second half providing a strong backing for it. It is a very nice adventure to listen to, though it failed to convince me of the beauty of Prog Rock. 4/5

I like prog, but I’ve never really been much of a Rush fan. This one made a much better case for them, though. I can absolutely appreciate opening an album with a 20-minute suite if you’ve actually got enough ideas to justify it, and 2112 does. “The Temples of Syrinx” had some great riffs, and the whole suite moves around enough that the length never really became a problem for me. Then the solo in “Grand Finale” was incredible. That was probably the moment where I understood a little better why Rush fans get so obsessive about the musicianship. I’m still not ready to join the Rush cult, but this was easily one of the better things I’ve heard from them. Favorite song: "2112 'II. The Temples of Syrinx'"

The story behind this album makes it even better, the fact that they chose to not just ‘make hits’ and continue to experiment even when they were about to be dropped by their label is inspiring and cool. And it clearly paid off, this is elite dad rock with a sci fi spin that somehow works. Even the 20 minute song was enjoyable to listen to

Can't give this the full 5 stars because of a couple clunkers on disc 2, but "2112", "The Twilight Zone", and "Something for Nothing" make this one of Rush's best. (Yes, there are some clunky lyrics because Peart still believed in Randian philosophy at the time. He got over it.)

Story is stupid, music is banger. Bonus points for getting called pretentious when it is obviously just nerdy.

When an album starts with a 20-minute overture, and the overture starts with synth sci-fi space computer sounds, you know it’s either going to be super lame or the awesomest thing ever. This is both. And I love it.

Ah, THE great nerd-rock album. I like Side One's micro-sci-fi drama better than the disconnected Side Two, but it's all a lot of fun. In fact this album is only one of their many high points from this period: their whole run from Fly By Night to Grace Under Pressure is really strong. Fuck Ayn Rand though.

Such a strong led zeppelin vibe with this album, absolutely loved it. The first song was quite the journey and the rest were bangers.

The first great Rush record. This one lies closer to the Progressive Rock canon so it might feel less unique than later albums in their discography. However, it contains some of the greatest snippets to their discography. My only but to the record is that I feel that as a conceptual album its storyline ends up being a bit weak. 9/10 [KEEP]

It's a sick album. Perfect musical skills, a great concept and just downright good music to listen to. 2112 Overture is my fav song of the album. Lessons and A Passage To Bangkok were my other highlights

Rush is one of my favorite bands, and I Side 1 of this album is s-tier. But side 2 is just ok.

Good dad rock.

It's Rush, it good, while wasn't in the mood, still enjoyed it.

Creative as shit. An absolute joy from start to finish. The Twilight Zone is my highlight here but the whole album is an easy listen.

Great classic prog rock from 1976 and a landmark album for the genre, typically with one track of 20 minutes covering a full side of the record. Great guitar work and, of course, the voice of Geddy Lee, which you'd know among a thousand. The high notes can get a bit tiresome to listen to, so you have to dose this music. Having seen the band a few times already, I'm heading to their show again next year. Curious to see the replacement of the irreplaceable drummer Neil Peart. Initially I didn't want to go, but Anika Nilles seems to be doing a great job. This album goes to my vinyl wish list for sure. 4/5

Excellent and foundational prog rock album. Somehow manages to make the extremely intricate also very accessible. Favorite track: A Passage to Bangkok

I had a friend in high school that was a massive Rush fan. Having said that I am not familiar with this album. Didn't mind it, but not my favourite Rush album. 6 songs 39 minutes except one song is 20 minutes long and the entire album side apparently.

Hell yeah "2112," aka: The One With the Butt on the Back Cover. Side 1 is perfect. Rush have this mix of nerdiness and fierce musicality and creativity that's just so great. So much of their music is an antidote to our current times. Side 2 falls off a bit, and keeps me from giving this a 5. But still, I revisit Side 1 from time to time and it's hella good.

Unreal 20 minute track to kick the album off. The other tracks are alright but the highlight is definitely the first 5 minutes of the album.

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Not perfect by any means but a really good album.

Loved it, taking one star away for the racisr stereotypes against Chinese people, tbf was kind of seen as ok back then.

Я слухав до цього лише два альбоми Rush. Обидва в цій рулетці. Подобається як гурт скаче від задротства до РОК шматків. Завжди збирався послухати предметніше, але ніяк руки не доходять.

Колись дуууже давно в мене на неформаті була аватарка з цим альбомом. Прекрасний гурт, їхній так би мовити магнум опус (хоча визнаю - я більше люблю раш 80х, а також їх альбом 2007го року) - ультимативний задротський прог на сайфай тематику. Вічна класика.

8.5/10

I've always found Rush to be a bit more of a silly Prog band. This doesn't help that impression. The 20 minute Anthem adapting title track is at times great, bit kind of silly too.