Reviews (page 9 of 15)
Highlights: Tom Sawyer, Vital Signs
Tom Sawyer i YYZ bardzo fajne, druga część albumu już nie siadła tak dobrze. Muszę pochwalić za bardzo dobry remaster i jakość nagrania.
Fine Progressive album
Goede tunes
Fun, upbeat prog rock. The songs blend together at times, but are all enjoyable. Great instrumental track (“YYZ”) too.
Sitä hyvää Rushia. Kyllå mää tiiän
Solid, enjoyable album. Sounds like something I would have blasted on vinyl in college while cooking a meal with my then-boyfriend. 3.5/5; rounded up to 4.
Propre
Slappa da bass!
Never been a huge Rush person but this was quite good
3.5/5
The 2 huge stand outs here are "Tom Sawyer" and "Limelight". The rest of the album is good but not "classic" in the way that those two songs are.
Classic rush sound, but with a pop sensibility. Shorter songs, but good prog vibes. Obvious classics with Tom Sawyer and YYZ
Less good than I expected, but still a classic prog 80s album.
Tom Sawyer, Limelight
8/10. Very good Rush album, maybe a 9
Progressive rock
Best prima rock met wat elektronische invloeden, maar klinkt een tikkeltje outdated
One of my favorite bands is Coheed & Cambria, so of course I love Rush! I like that this record covers a lot of ground musically without ever feeling too forced or self-indulgent. Drums are incredible. Bass is sublime. I think the vocals are my least favorite part, but luckily there isn't too much singing in between the longer musical passages. Great record.
Never really been huge on Rush but appreciate its construction and the skill therein
Prog rock masterpiece. The guitar composition is just incredible as well as the general instrumentals. YYZ is a great instrumental to rock out to, with songs like Tom Sawyer, The Camera Eye, and Red Barchetta all being excellent prog rock songs. 4.4/5
Never got into rush. I always thought they were kind of cheesy even compared to other prog rock bands. This album is awesome though and It was super fun to listen too. Really cool trio sound. And the playing is great. Tom sawyer and limelight are so classic. Yyz is kind of overtop.
Wow I had a lot of fun listening to this. not sure if/when I’ll come back to it but so crazy. I never really got into rush; I usually don’t get too excited about super math-y music but this one is really cool. love all the noise. YYZ totally unhinged, I loved the shattering sound whatever that is. Limelight is a really cool tune too, guitar tone is awesome!! It’s like Led Zeppelin if you replace all the magic with science and math. Every song is an epic journey
Rush is one of those bands that I like even though I forget that I like them. They sound much bigger than a 3 piece, which I think results from the fact that they are absolute virtuosos on their instruments, particularly Neil Peart. Geddy Lee has a strange voice, but it cuts through the noise well, and his lyrics are consistently good. Alex Lifeson is also incredible, and is the member of the group with the most screen time in the Trailer Park Boys. It's wild that what is largely considered to be Rush's best album was the 8th one they released. There's a lot here, though. Lots of hits on this album, but all of the songs are good. I wouldn't particularly describe this album as the type of rock that I enjoy, since they do a lot of prog rock which is definitively not my genre, but the product that they put out is undeniable 4/5
It was alright. I know it's rock but it's also kinda cinematic
Bombastic spiky rock, a good listen
Favorites: Red Barchetta YYZ Limelight The Camera Eye
Pretty good, had some problem with the mixing on the third track but other than that most songs sound different
synth heavy rock
Technically very impressive, but I don’t have the attention span for Rush. All the songs are very good, but I zone out after a bit, let alone 11 minutes!
Rush's sound included a lot of the electronic elements of Pink Floyd, but with higher energy. "Tom Sawyer" makes the case for one of the best song openings in history, and certainly Top 50 all-time rock songs. Those are just facts, the placement can certainly be argued. Overall, the grooving melodies of Rush are on full display here, a truly enjoyable album by one of the more correctly rated rock bands ever. The only regret (not about Rush, but more about the decade) is that the 1980s would undergo significant changes in musical trends heavily tilted toward the electronic elements whereas this album struck such a clean, and minimally compromising balance between that and real instruments. Overall, the album is a solid rock album that is so solid that maybe it should be perfect, but there's the feeling that it is not as close to that as it should be and for that, the review settles on 4/5.
Incredible album, rush goes hard
Great sound, unique vocals - good listening experience throughout the entire album
Great music. Great musicians. Great playing
4.25
Solid melodies and great guitars. The only reason I don't give five stars is the songwriting. The songs blend together into an off-brand Styx album.
notes - canadian prog rock band - 8th album, most critical and commercial success - tom sawyer, limelight, vital signs - legendary drumming, great understated guitar playing, bass holds it together - im not a massive fan of geddy lee’s vocal register but you get used to it quickly in context - the production is absolutely fantastic, held up really well other than some cheesy synths - prog techniques packaged in a mainstream way fav song - tom sawyer - perfect blend of all the best things about this album least fav - the cameras eye - liked certain sections but not the song as a whole 4/5
Rock progresivo. Música muy buena. Voz, no tanto.
Great album. Really enjoyed and would listen again
Some good progressive rock
listened to again held in high regard by many, but if i'm being honest Tom Sawyer and YYZ are the only songs i really love on this one
4/5 i like, very nice how much?
"Everybody got to elevate from the norm". Right on, Rush, Right on. Yet another band I didn't listen to much - makes me think of the show the Goldbergs, where Johnny listens to Rush and only Rush. I liked this - and "Witch Hunt" was the perfect way to kick of October. I'll be coming back to this one.
fucked Thought was a female singer for half the album Intriguing. Is that a keyboard or a theremin?
Cheesy but who cares. Vocalist is eh. Awesome synths. I think this remaster is pretty bad. YYZ is great.
Had heard the chatter about this band but not heard anything of their output. Rather different to the chatter but a solid uplift on progressive rock.
pretty good
Tom Sawyer is still my favorite song by them but I was surprised how much I recognized of this album. Rush is a bit weird but not too weird, which I like.
good
This is prog-rock at it's finest. The musicianship is outstanding and the way the layers of bass, drums, and guitar add to one another is stellar from track-to-track. However, I couldn't bring myself to give this 5 stars due to one reason: Geddy Lee's vocals. It was just too high-pitched, nasally, and generally off-putting for me to truly LOVE these songs. Also, to me, the best songs on this albums are the ones I already knew due to radio play.
Liked Tom Sawyer, but not the biggest Rush fan
so much fun
It gets a *Mouah* out of 10/10
Liked it
Sezione ritmica pompatissima. Chitarra invadente ma non troppo. Bellissimi scambi tra basso, batteria e chitarra. Testi diretti e genuini, ma nulla di eclatante.
Mixed bag. Tom Sawyer, XYZ and Limelight are awesome. Other songs are so so
I really enjoyed this album! I think one of the things that I like is the unpredictability of each of the songs. Definitely not your standard repeat of chorus. Definitely Not my usual type of music; glad I listened!
I downloaded Tom Sawyer and YYZ in like 1998 because someone had renamed them on Napster to Dream Theater. So I've known those songs a long time but I only heard the full album maybe 2 or 3 years ago. It's not bad overall, but I struggle with the vocals. It's like a really shit Robert Plant impression. They have other albums where he sounds far more bearable, thankfully. But the drumming really is fantastic here. Prog rock drums usually are, and this is no exception. Songwriting is usual proggy jam stuff, and I like a good bit of tasty wank. All in all a solid 4/5 - would be a 5 with a better singer.
Already know Tom Sawyer and YYZ but not familiar with the other songs here. Love Rush though! Didn't even realize that those 2 songs weren't on my Spotify already. Added witch hunt and limelight, limelight especially struck my fancy with the synth chords and chorus.
Progressive rock, 1981. The most successful and critically acclaimed record by Rush, which also contains the biggest hit by this iconic trio: "Tom Sawyer". It is definitely one of the best projects of this band, but my favourite one is "Permanent Waves".
The thing that stands out is how short this is for a prog album. And tightly packed with some of their most iconic works. And again I did really enjoy it, maybe just a hair below the line for a 5.
I’ve given Rush an honest try before, they just never clicked for me. Decent, but...something’s missing
Rush - not my favourite album of theirs - that would be A Farewell to Kings - but highly representative of the band's exceptional talent. Starts strongly with Tom Sawyer, Red Barchetta and YYZ, but after that there is nothing that particularly stands out.
Undeniably musical geniuses... although, I still find Geddy's voice irritating. While I enjoy listening to this album, I will probably never play it with a purpose. Slapping the bass!
It's really extraordinary how this trio managed to make such a huge sound for themselves with Moving Pictures. The ability and precisions that each of these artists brings to their performances is on another level of greatness, most notably on the tracks 'YYZ' and 'The Camera Eye'. And yet the album still feels totally accessible and easy to connect with, which is quite the achievement for a prog-rock album.
Estos señores son garantía. Además de la conocida Tom Sawyer, el resto de las canciones son buenas y el disco tiene mucha energía de pies a cabeza. Witch Hung es la que más me gusto sin contar Tom.
One of the classic rock bands, that I really like. I used to listen to Moving Pictures a lot back in high school. This was a very important part on my 'discover the music' journey. And although 'Working Man' is my favourite Rush song, this album still delivers a lot of positive emotions. The trio from Canada strike a nice balance between number of catchy riffs, monumental guitar solos and great drum work. At the beginning I couldn't buy Geddy's Lee vocal, but it grews on you with time. "Tom Sawyer' is that quintessential Rush song, that has everything to offer. I was ready to give this album five stars, but after another listening session, I realized that there is not much interesting songs after the great instrumental 'YYZ'. None of the songs on side b got stuck in my memory and the drop off in quality is visible. But it is still a very stron four.
I love Rush. I rarely see a band live more than once but these guys, I've seen them 3 times and I regret not seeing them more often. It's really easy to see why this is this album is one of their biggest hit, if not the biggest. It has an arguably perfect A side filled with immortal classics. I'm not as enthusiastic about the B side to be honest, but it's still very good. Just not as legendary as the first one. Rush forever.
This is a more commercial rush and therefore there are some catchy songs in here but it lacks rushes formula and is not their best work
Rush pack the stuff that makes them fun into a slimmer case; Thankfully don't shy away from the more ridiculous facets.
There are several songs that are really well known. Tom Sawyer is their best song. I did not wear any New Balances while listening to it. I would listen to it again.
It's very hard to listen to the album without thinking back on the Fall of 1994. I was a freshman in a dorm living in Arizona when I met a quirky bright Brooklynite named David. He had grown up playing chess in Central Park and somehow made it his mission to teach me. So every night, I'd head down to his room and we'd play chess. And he taught me everything. He was constantly talking and always high strung. I didn't realize immediately that he was high on crystal meth. Anyhow, to the sounds of this album more often than not, I learned chess over a period of months. Finally I beat David at chess and then that was it. He never spoke to me again and he dropped out of school shortly thereafter. This is a long way to say that it's impossible for me to really judge the album on its own merits. But the gift of learning chess that came along with it is a debt I will always owe David-- and Tom Sawyer.
Nav ko teikt
Good music. I like a short album
Abwechslungsreich. Lebendig.
Bit fast but soon caught up whizzed by..
Þetta er svo geggjuð plata. Elska þetta. Ef eitthvert ykkar vill splæsa á mig góðri fimmtugsafmælisgjöf í haust, þá væri Rush safnið á vinyl mjög vinsælt.
This was great!
I like the music, some songs are really really good.
Tää on about ainoo levy johon oon Rushin kohdalla oikeesti tutustunut ennalta. Ei tätä turhaan pidetä raskaamman taiderokin klassikkoka. Hienoa on se että instrumenttaali voi olla niin kova korvamato kuin YYZ on 4/5
Ihan hyvää progea, etenkin ottaen huomioon että se on kasarilta. Kuuntelisin uudestaan.
Ah mitkä upeat kasarisaundit! Vaikka progepuolella ei kaikista teknisintä tiluttelua, kuitenkin riittävän kiinnostavaa ja ylipäätään todella hyvä levy.
I liked it
Iconic prog with some absolutely incredible instrumental work, with Geddy's vocals sounding as powerful as ever. The first side is exceptional but I did feel the album tailed off slightly in the second half
Good album, but like earlier work better, real 80s sound ofc. And yes, u have to like the singing hehe
Fav Song: Tom Sawyer
There are moments of greatness here, but it's not perfect. In my opinion it's the last good album Rush made. All in all, It's a classic record that deserves all the praise it gets.
The best of Canadian Prog Rock
Good album, some guitar solo at one moment. It's a good-for-driving album for sure. Thank you
Solid, no complaints. Every song on this album rocks.
Tom Sawyer: The best opening song on an album - ever! What a way to start. Side 1 of the album is classic and I know it well and love it. Side 2, isn't nearly as "popular" as side 1, but it is still a great listen. Every time I fly through the Toronto Airport (YYZ) I think of this album and that classic instrumental. Standouts: Tom Sawyer, Limelight, Red Barchetta, YYZ, Vital Signs 4.5/5
I'm not a huge Rush fan but this may be my favourite of theirs
outrageously complicated music, and played in a good spirit of dedication and a smidge of humour
What can be said about Rush that hasn't already been said about the light bulb or the printing press? Giving light and a voice for those awkward white kids who needed their air guitar to be superior to the more popular awkward white kids doing air guitar to Journey.
Drumming is great
Really good stuff. The musical talent is off the charts and the lyrics are interesting and inventive. I think I have to be in the right mood to listen to this but when I am it's a great listen.
great set of tunes
I can't imagine how weird this must have seemed back then...and I love it.
An enjoyable album one I would listen to again
On the one hand, one of the great all-time opening tracks (“Tom Sawyer”), great side 2 opening tracks (“Limelight”), epic drumming and intense opera singing -- net-net: three all-time songs out of seven total. On the other, some all-time prog-rock excesses -- including epic drumming and intense opera singing and attempts at otherworldly composition -- all pretty easily caricatured Spinal Tappishly). Another way of putting this: this band’s (and record’s) greatest strengths and weaknesses are hopelessly intertwined. So, my mesmerized sixth-grade self was right in that the good stuff holds up extremely well. But the concept (if there was/is one) I missed then collapses by the end of the record now. I always feel like Rush wanted its audience to pay more attention to the stuff people were inclined to skip (and not just on this record). Still, three out of seven -- and because “Vital Signs” is much better than I recall (major Police influence) -- let’s make it 3.5 out of 7 and 4.5 out of potential five stars.
The drums in this album are incredible, they really drive each song. It's a great progressive-rock record, very well put together. Favourite song: Tom Sawyer.
groovy baby
I actually quite enjoyed it. Who doesn't love some funky time signatures?
Joan of Arc burning on the stake. Dogs playing poker. The back cover of 2112. Integrity. That’s what Rush has, in spades. And chops, man. Chops galore. And all accomplished with just three guys. Those other big trios- Cream, ZZ Top, Grand Funk- all undone by large servings of drugs/alcohol and service to even large egos. But not Rush. It took nothing less than the death of their drummer for Rush to rightly pull the plug. Let’s talk about prog rock for a moment. The early evangelists of punk rock did their best to convince me that I could not be a fan of both prog and punk. The battle line was drawn, they asserted. Choose one or the other. I think the major beef among the punks was that prog was just too hard to play! There were also some philosophical arguments involved about the music industry and censorship and such; but, initially, at least, the punks just felt that prog rock had lost all touch with the early rock n’ roll of, say, Chuck Berry. Hey, I can play ‘Johnnie B. Goode,’ and I could teach it to you pretty quickly, too. And our new little band would sound good enough to raise the garage door and play for the neighbors and passerby. Try doing the same with ELP’s ‘Toccata,’ off the 'Brain Salad Surgery' LP! You can’t. I can’t. But I still love ‘em both. I dig the fast tempo, three chord blitzkrieg of the Ramones, I really do. But I also never stopped loving the prog rock of King Crimson or Jethro Tull. It was my little secret. Another thing: music is math. It’s lot of other things, too, of course. But at a very fundamental level, it is math. And prog rock is music for math nerds. Like me. The ever changing time signatures so characteristic of prog give me a boner. I love figuring them out and then air-playing along with the band. Sometimes, though, prog ventures a little too far towards the math- Yes, being a great example- and too far away from the rock. Rush always got the balance right. They never let the prog overwhelm the rock. And that’s one of the reasons why they’re my favorite prog rock band. Geddy Lee can shred a bass like nobody’s business. And I don’t want to hear all that shit about how awful his shrieking vocals are. I happen to find his voice quite beautiful and melodic. (Listen to a little Motorhead if you want to hear a truly awful lead vocalist.) Alex Lifeson- why is he not mentioned in the same reverent company of guitarists like Hendrix and Clapton? And with the possible exception of John Bonham (THE greatest rock drummer of all time), who’s better, cleaner, faster, more creative than Neil Peart? Who even has as many drums on his kit? (Actually, I googled it and the answer is: Terry Bozzio, who played with Frank Zappa in the late-70s to early-80s. But Neil still has a lot of drums, too.) And then there are those thoughtful lyrics that Peart also wrote. Sure, he gets a little too preachy, at times, like on ‘With Hunt,’ cautioning against the dangerous effects caused by mob mentality. But mostly, his lyrics a tremendous sensitivity: ‘I feel the sense of possibilities. I feel the wrench of hard realities. The focus is sharp in the city (‘The Camera Eye’).’ Or the famous lyric from one of this LP’s big hits, ‘Limelight’: ‘Living in the limelight, the universal dream. For those who wish to see, those who wish to be, must put aside the alienation, get on with the fascination, the real relation, the underlying theme.’ You can’t get that kind of wisdom from the other top acts of 1981- Hall and Oates, or Pat Benatar, or REO Speedwagon. And finally, the bonus: Rush always look like they were having a ball; and, not at your expense, either, or anyone’s else’s. Certainly not the music industry’s nor the critics, who have yet to confess that they were just wrong, and you and I, the fans, were right. At this point in their career, even following the success of the LP prior to this one, 'Permanent Waves,' their label still wouldn’t cover the expense of 'Moving Pictures' intriguing cover, and Rush made up the difference from their own pockets! Good people, Rush- a band I would have loved to have been a part of, as small a part as mine would have been to play; that is, if I could only learn to play the castanets in 10/8.
Neat
Well, I fucking love Rush. The coolest all around band ever. This is a great album but there is so much more to Rush.
4/5. There are a couple bangers, but like, Yes is better
Tom Sawyer - A classic Pretty good but short, prob 4/5..
No esperaba que me guste tanto! igual porque tan largas las canciones?
creative epic prog-ish rock with some spacey vibes. would listen again
Great album!
A masterclass in prog composition and execution. Each track bursts forth with memorable melodies underscored with amazing technical prowess. Even on the more subdued and less notable back half of the LP, Lee, Pert, and Lifeson still deliver outstanding performances that continue to offer hidden intricacies.
4.2 - I'm not big on prog rock but I loved listening to this album. It's got some of Rush's most recognizable hits like \"Tom Sawyer\" and some extended jams like \"The Camera Eye.\"
Rush. Besser als Gedacht.
I think I just found out I like Rush! Whoa
This is the second album I have gotten on this list that I have heard all of the way through before! This is truly a record that needs to be played loud in order to experience it fully (which I vividly remember doing at Naismith during winter break). It's amazing to hear the amount of detail that three guys can put into their instrumentals and vocals, and the production here really allows for everything to stand out. Rush is fantastic, and this is probably their most famous album due to it including their most popular song. I have always enjoyed Tom Sawyer, and I feel it is the perfect opener as it kicks off everything with a bang. I personally think that Limelight is the strongest track on this album (it's been on my Starred list on Spotify for quite sometime), but there are no songs here that I would consider bad. My only knock to this album is that the second half is somewhat weak compared to the first half, but it is still very enjoyable throughout. 4/5. NOTE: It is an odd coincidence that a band I saw this past weekend (Outhouse) jammed YYZ acoustically. It would have been absolutely amazing to hear Rush do that live.
It was funny that this album popped up as #2 because I was thinking about the movie I Love You Man this week and how they were super into the band Rush and told myself that should explore this band. Could this be fate? 1. Tom Sawyer 4:36 - Unlike Pearl Jam's Ten I was immediately into the first song. Love the whole composition of this song even the interlude with the funky bass line and the high pitch guitar notes thrown over it. 2. Red Barchetta 6:10 - this song has a dissonance to it which I did not like at first, but it is a long song and by the end I was on board with it. 3. YYZ 4:25 - Super impressed with this song. No vocals but it pulls it off great . All the instruments are fire. The bass line is super impressive, drums are on point, and the guitar is great. Adding this to my library without question. 4. Limelight 4:19 - decent but I felt like Tom Sawyer and YYZ were stronger. 5. The Camera Eye 10:56 - Buckle up for an eleven minute song. Surprised me by being engaging throughout. 6. Witch Hunt (Part III of Fear) 4:45 - Appreciate what they are doing artistically here. Liked the spooky vibe. 7. Vital Signs 4:46 - Another solid track, I really liked the transition from Witch Hunt into this song which is something that I would normally miss because I don't usually sit down and listen to albums front to back. Consistently impressed by the compositional choices made in this album. The album's relatively short 40 minute run time surprised me in a good way. They kept it to the point and didn't include any fluff in this thing which is refreshing. The sounds that Rush manage to get out of their instruments impressed me throughout with some especially memorable bass lines. Score: 4/5 I am glad this was my intro to Rush. Their discography is huge making the task of finding where to start kind of intimidating. 1001 made the choice for me though and am thrilled with the result. Great album.
first repeat artist. i'm into it
Epic.
Probably one of the greatest exponents of Progressive Rock, Rush have created many iconic tracks, melodic and tight, retaining an accessibility that others in this genre often lack. This album is a fantastic example of a band at the heights of their powers. A great recording. Top tracks: Tom Sawyer, Vital Signs
Three top hits by Rush adorn this album (Tom Sawyer, YYZ, and Limelight. The album slogs a little when it hits "The Camera Eye" which is a little over 10 minute long 80's power ballad but it ends with a reggae inspired "Vital Signs" to round out the album. A very solid listen if you know Rush at all.
Never listened to an entire Rush album before this. I'd only ever heard the "Greatest hits" on radio. YYZ rocked my socks Excellent rock album amd glad it was my first diving into this.
Rush joined the wave of prog rock in the 70's and really hit it big with their concept album 2112. Since then, they've been putting out bonafide classics. By 1981, they really hit the big time with Moving Pictures, featuring all their biggest songs like Tom Sawyer, Limelight, and the famous instrumental YYZ. This record rocks. I think a part of it is just awesome prog stuff that is clean and concise. Rush doesn't wank around too much, getting to the point and then moving on. This is their strongest point and probably the thing that sets them apart from their contemporaries. Maybe it's because I'm Canadian, but I've heard Rush on the radio plenty before, but I've never heard King Crimson, Genesis w/ Peter Gabreil , or 70's Yes on the radio. That's not to say commercialized or marketable = good, but that there's a certain widespread accessibility to Rush (aside from Lee's vocals, sorry) that you wouldn't find otherwise in prog rock. That being said, perhaps the 80's were a turning point for prog rock. After their heyday in the 70's it seemed as though things were moving towards a more pop-rock sound (or New Wave, in the case of King Crimson). But Rush would hold their own, continuing to make prog rock into the 80's, for better or for worse. Anyway, album is frontloaded to fuck lmao
Tom Sawyer is epic. the best of my youth. Prolly the only song I could immediately identify as a Rush song. I dated a drummer that was obsessed with Rush and I seem to have pushed all of this music and everything from that time of my life out of my brain and listening to this record brought it all back. YYZ and Limewire are good. Familiar. Witch Hunt is good jams. I think there might be an amendment to the constitution that says you must enjoy Rush or you go directly to jail. For that reason, I have to rate Moving Pictures at least a 4. Is it on my 10 albums to bring to a deserted island? Nah. Can I appreciate it for it’s musicality and contribution to American Rock music? Sure. Will I sing along and nod my head in time to these songs the next time I find myself at a suburban backyard BBQ? Hell yes. Geddy’s voice grates tho. Just saying.
Limelight is the personal favorite out of the album, the songs have a solid continuous sound with a distinct and memorable singer. 23/30
A treasure of a band.
Good album, I like the vibe. Feels like hearing the roots of many hard rock bands that came after. Will relisten, won't buy
Buen disco de rock conceptual y algo de psicodelia. Complejo en muchos aspectos, pero todo un trabajo digno. Voz característica. En ocasiones, muy instrumental.
Really enjoyed this album- particularly the drumming. Was a lot more accessible than I thought it was going to be, and some moments of balls to the wall rock as well
Tom Sawyer speaks for itself. While weird, it's a seminal song of the time. Red Barchetta. Holy crap, can we say near perfect? This song was laid down in one take. YYZ, Limelight, and The Camera Eye round out a good run of Prog Rock. Witch Hunt and Vital Signs are the weaker tracks that finish off the album. 3.75 / 5.
Stabil
"Slappin' the bass" - Oh Rush, you crazy Canadians. First off, I thought it was kinda lazy (or crazy) that a 'full length album' only contained 7 songs. Regardless, I was happy to begin with the album, Moving Pictures. I was lucky enough to see Rush at The Forum in '97 during the Test for Echo tour and I remember it being packed and enduring an incredibly long drum solo... like 20 mins., while maintaining a strong contact high. Anyway, the album. There are some great songs on this. Limelight, Red Barchetta and of course Tom Sawyer are timeless, but even the ones that didn't get a lot of radio play are still an easy listen... that is except for XYZ. This song, XYZ isn't fun, doesn't cook and is difficult to get in to. Rush needed it on this album, though. It's the only song that can absolutely labeled as 'prog rock' and allow the album as a whole to maintain some unique classification. XYZ, the last three letters of the alphabet almost seems like a well-calculated afterthought. Without XYZ, this album was intended for everyone. Including it seems like a ploy to gain new fans but keep a home with the old ones. Ironically, that's the only track that I couldn't listen to.
Best Rush album, indicating its one of the best prog rock albums out there. This is also one of the most mainstream prog rock albums out there, with three of the tracks being popular radio staples. These are all very strong tracks, invoking the energy, innovation, and diversity that prog rock ought to represent. Red Barchetta and Witch Hunt best represent how the music should accompany the storytelling. However, I always find prog rock (besides Pink Floyd) to be exhausting at a certain point, and this album is no exception. The last minute was YYZ did not contribute much, The Camera Eye was unneccessarily long, and The Witch Hunt did not have a good payoff to what it was building up. Also, wanted to just note my entire life I always thought the vocalist Geddy Lee was female until about half a year ago.
This album is amazing. I'm sure it's not gonna be everyone's jam, but I really dig it. I've always meant to listen to more Rush, because I like prog rock and like what I've heard from them, and their influence on those who came after is immense. "Tom Sawyer" is my least favorite song on the album - by a lot. In fact, that's gonna keep it from being a 5 I think. (The excessive synth from "Tom Sawyer" is confined to that song.) This is the first album from this experiment that I've listened to more than once.
Idk know if this is technically classic rock, but thats what it is in my head. Very fun
Feels a bit like dad rock, but I can appreciate the musicianship. Neil Peart was a mad man, and I enjoyed listening to his approach to rhythm.
The technical work is amazing - these guys are fantastic musicians. There are some really catchy riffs in here. I enjoyed this a lot more than I remembered the last time I listened to this album. Honestly, every song was pretty good. The only downside is that personally, I'm not a huge fan of his vocals.
Marvellous progressive rock gem
YYZ - Na das ist doch ne fette Bassline
Very interesting sound, didn't really captivate me but Limelight was cool. The Camera Eye was definitely my favorite song from the album. These guys are a Canadian rock band in Toronto formed in the 60s!
I really should listen to more Rush. Great power trio. Neil Peart was a “fuck you” drummer.
very good with some classics. Would probably give 4.5 stars if able.
отцы, хули. душевно наваливают. в некоторых моментах прямо поп-песни, даже к прогу отнести сложно, но потом начинается дрочилово на пять минут. но вообще годнота, слушается очень легко, в душу западает, вокалист красава вощще. не 10, конечно, но как, грится, стронг 8 ту э лайт 9.
Pretty good prog. Listenable with some well known hits. 3.75 out 5 rounded up to 4*
Can't deny the originality of this band, but never liked Geddy Lee's singing, sounds like Terrence and Philip. I'm pretty sure that's where South Park got the idea...
Classic album and still sounds good today. One of my favorites as a kid!
Not bad
I thought it was alright.
Really enjoyed it! Need to listen more tk them 🤘🏻
if its progressive, me like
The drums hit hard, love the musicality. Voice doesn't do it for me but they are still so good despite.
A revered prog rock album with complex arrangements/performances from each member. 8/10, the lyrics are a bit stinky.
Love this record. Back half drops off a little bit.
Good classic rock
I’m finding this one okay. I don’t really love it, but I don’t hate it. I can manage to listen through it without wanting to turn it off, but it’s not something I’d really choose on my own.
I distinctly remember not caring for Rush in the past but that was a fun listen. Maybe it's just the vocals I'm not in love with. The instrumentals are damn good.
I used to not like this because it wasn't weird enough. We all have regrets sometimes
It’s Rush! Not my favorite album by them, but is quite good.
*air drum solo*
Classic, always loved by dad
i’d say it was enjoyable
Some 14 year old version of me lurking in the nether resources of my mind wants to give this 5 stars. All of Rush's typical borderline pomposity and borderline ridiculousness is on display but it all holds together in a near-perfect pre-millenial airbrushed sci-fi lozenge.
Very good prog rock album however Tom Sawyer is the de facto hit song from it overshadowing everything else.
Very good use of instrument effects and ambient sounds.
Wow, I can't believe I hadn't listened through this yet! So inventive, fun to listen to, and well-produced. Way to go!
I had a writing professor that made us watch a 13-minute video of a Rush song performed live.
I always feel like Rush leans a bit too much into cheesiness, and it gets worse on deeper cuts. But the first half is basically a greatest hits. Limelight is such a great song.
Great album, i would probably put a 4.5 if I could, but I guess it'll be 4 for them today
Terrific album, particularly the first four tracks. Things fizzle out a bit once we've passed Limelight, but the whole album is still worth repeated listens.
Fuck Tom Sawyer is a good song. Fuck Red Barchetta is a good song. Carried by the first half of the album, although I enjoyed Witch Hunt. I wouldn't say the bottom of the album is bad, but it just starts so fucking strong with Tom Sawyer and Barchetta that it is hard for the rest of the album to match in quality. It's Rush, what can I say. Drums are fucking spectacular and riffs are clean as hell. Lyrics are great as the band comments on fame and societal pressure throughout the album. Favorite song Red Barchetta/Tom Sawyer. Least favorite The Camera Eye, goes on for too long for what it is. Overall 7/8.
Tom Sawyer, YYZ, and Limelight are solid tracks
I liked it but i felt it was uneven.
This album has very good vocal, instrumental and making wonderful feels, but today this album can't be compared in progressiveness of sound with recent albums
SENSACIONAL
Slappa da' bass man.
8/10
Exactly what I expected. It was a fine overall album
Musically, I respect Rush. I think they’re an incredibly talented set of musicians. But I think this is just a band I can’t seem to get into. I have a weird relationship with prog rock. I respect the art, but I don’t have the patience or focus to appreciate it. I need music that promises immediate satisfaction, I don’t get that with this genre.
Music for well-intentioned men who frequently make mistakes.
I'd listen to Tom Sawyer again but there's too many instrumental parts in the rest of the album for me personally
2,5
I was prepared to hate this, but it was much less dreadful than the previous entry by Rush that has come up for me. I actually quite liked a lot of it musically - I found myself air guitaring in the kitchen. But the lyrics and vocal style make it impossible for me to take it seriously. Way too reminiscent of Spinal Tap.
Great musicians but not really into the lyrics or Geddy lee’s voice
# Album Name: Moving Pictures # Artist: Rush # Rating: 3/5 # Comments: Tom Sawyer saved this from being a 2. Prog rock is not my thing. # Top Tunes: Tom Sawyer # Would I listen to it again? No
Bardzo miły poranek spędziłam w towarzystwie tej płyty. KC prog rock.
First off, the top rated review for this album is my favourite on the site I love to complain about Rush and yet I always enjoy listening to them It's great music to do boring stuff to, which is damning with faint praise After a couple of replays I had to go and listen to Dream Theater to hear the same sounds but with some emotions in the songs
Classic. Not my favorite, but influential and enjoyable. 3+
Rush.. cool band, a little too wanky, little too theatrical for me, but I can't deny their chops. This is probably their most accessible record, and I can definitely access them, they just don't particularly move me one way or the other. Do I hate it when they pop up on an oldies station? No. Am I particularly begging to hear Tom Sawyer again? Not really.
Arbejde imens jeg hørte det, ikke noget som stak helt vildt ud. 🤷
Jammins
Limelight 5/5
Eh bien, c'était plutôt sympathique, mais ça m'a semblé un brin léger pour du rock progressif. Je m'attendais à quelque chose de globalement plus osé, mais d'après ce que je lis, cet album est plus radio-friendly et plus accessible que ce qu'ils ont pu sortir auparavant. Du coup, je suis pas sûr que c'est l'album de Rush le plus intéressant ? Je sais pas vraiment, je connais mal le groupe.
It's 1981 and the future has arrived. The future of what exactly is unclear but something has changed. Rush had been taming their more outlandish tendencies for a couple albums - no Cygnus X-1 or La Villa Strangiato to be found here. The one instrumental indulgence - YYZ - is held to just over 4 minutes and it almost humable. Turns out the Ayn Rand celebrants have some pop chops in their vast arsenal. A lot of notes are played and innumerable drums are hit but they also find some solid grooves amidst the many time signatures. Strangely this now takes you back to a simpler time and a future that seemed more hopeful. And we could use some more Tom Sawyers right about now...
Can't tell if I like or hate Rush. Listening to the whole album did not help answer the question. I'll put Tom Sawyer on the playlist, but I'm not thrilled about it.
Rush sucks!
The instrumentals are absolutley amazing, but the vocals aren't my thing. They kind of fade into the background as I focus in on that amazing rickenbacker bass tone
A lot of criticism (to some extent fairly, in my opinion) has been levelled at Geddy Lee's voice, and their sometimes swollen track lengths. The instrumentation is left to pick up the pieces, and it does so well, but doesn't quite carry the album to higher than a 3.
It's fairly good 80s rock music, and whilst 'The Camera Eye' is an absolute standout, the rest simply doesn't quite do enough to excite.
Sounds very Canadian.
Tom Sawyer - I heard this track first in a film (‘I Love You, Man’) a while ago and thought it was great fun! Great rock production here. Hints of Led Zeppelin influence I feel. That ancient folklore or at last distant past reference being recalled here. Red Barchetta - slightly more upbeat, almost poppy. This one has a bit more of a narrative to it. Like a family drama or something. Feels as if it’s an ode to a family member. Nice soloing. YYZ - dissonant riff here. Instrumental. Very cinematic opening. Not sure if I dig it but it’s certainly memorable! Very strong guitar work. Peart’s drum fills are really quite something. Limelight - a strong opening riff, almost reminiscent of AC/DC. I almost recognise this one. It feels very classic rock. The Camera Eye - the most prominent use of synths (premiered on Tom Sawyer). This also feels very cinematic. Possibly too long, at 11 mins. For my attention span anyway! Witch Hunt (Part III of Fear) - Folkloric, prophetic feel to it. Feels like a political song. The drums here again brilliantly convey the epic breadth of their sound. Vital Signs - I didn’t care for this one particularly musically but interesting lyrics. Fairly cryptic lyrics. Open to interpretation. Quite epic feel coming back again! Overall review: this is not the usual genre I go for, but there were times that I was gripped by the dexterity of the players and the production. Really coming along for the ride. I did feel as if there could almost be more variety in it and perhaps some shorter songs, but overall a positive introduction to the band for me. Perhaps an even slower tune could’ve perhaps helped, I’m not sure. They do have proper talent undoubtedly. It’s definitely of the era. Favourite songs: Red Barchetta, Limelight
Är det fel att älska rush och inte gilla geddy lees röst
Yeah this was okay background music, didn't thrill me but it was alright. Felt a bit dated and of its time.
We are back in Spinal Tap town, it's been a while. Once again, I'm just not that into prog like this. it's fun and camp and all that, but it just leaves me cold. I think if I'd got into it a bit younger when you're more up for BIG EMOTIONS then maybe, but not today sorry.
fine
If it had Fly By Night it would have all three Rush songs I find enjoyable and then some other songs that are, like, fine
This isn't bad but Geddy Lee's voice is a barrier to me enjoying this band more. Neil Peart's drumming is outstanding.
Rush is…fine. I like them enough but I also don’t quite get the hype. An enjoyable record. Not a must listen to, in my opinion
Good drumming, not entirely my vibe though. Best song was Limelight!
Nostalgic. Fine.
Har gått en dag och redan glömt det här albumet. Kan ha och göra med att jag försökte göra libabröd samtidigt, eller så var det helt enkelt för att det var riktigt tråkigt. Inget speciellt som sa någonting, inte heller dåligt. Så mycket 5/10 det kan bli
No sé che, por momentos entré y por momentos salí. Bastante épico, eso me gustó. Quizás si lo escuchará más le daría un 4, porque es realmente bueno, pero tiene una cosa de metal ochentoso que no me encanta.
Rush’s "Moving Pictures" carries a massive reputation, but this listen proved disappointing. Despite its legendary status, the instrumentation feels formulaic and uninspired rather than ground-breaking. The structured progressive rock tracks lack the creative spark expected from such an acclaimed album. Additionally, the lead vocals quickly became annoying, making it difficult to connect with the music.
Didn't like them then, don't care much for their sound now.
I would love this band, and I've been around since they first came out and have seen them live once, if it weren't for one thing. Their singer. I know it's probably me, but his voice has always been like fingers on a chalkboard when I hear it. It's too bad because the rest of the band and even Geddy Lee's bass playing is amazing
Knew of Rush, but this was a first time listen and it was quite enjoyable. A lot prog rock for me falls into the pitfall of trying too hard to be different and sounding a little corny tbh. Here though, I think the experimentation makes from some really cool songs. Vocals are for me the most underwhelming part of the album, however I don't think they're terrible just a bit lackluster compared to the crazy instrumentals Favorite tracks being Tom Sawyer and YYZ. Ladder being my favorite overall with some fucking heavenly guitar work.
3/5 https://rateyourmusic.com/release/album/rush/moving-pictures/ Not really my thing. Very boomer rock. Some progginess here and there, some hard rocky stuff here and there. Overall however just quite middle of the road. Never bad, never more than just enjoyable.
Ready to be done with Rush. I REALLY appreciate Neil Peart. But Geddy Lee bugs me the more I listen to him. It’s like a balancing equation. The more I come to love Peart the more I despise Lee. It makes listening to Rush super hard. I can’t just get into it. Unless they’re on an instrumental roll. And this is speaking to Lee as a vocalist. I actually can’t say anything about him as a bass player. Except I fully believe he deserves all the respect he has gotten. He’s so, so distracting as a vocalist that I end up focusing on how much I dislike that. This is the best Rush album I know, and honestly, it usually ends up disappointing me. 3 Boolean: True - I mean Neil Peart deserves a listen, regardless
Anfangs eher meh aber dann doch ganz nice. So ne solide 3,5
Reasonable, but not particularly memorable. Decent in places.
This was ok, nothing special, wou;dn't revisit.
I love progressive rock, unfortunately this is not the only good Rush album (2112).
Not as good as I remember
Decent prog rock, but nothing mind blowing Fave track: Limelight
Another fun throwback, but it won’t be on repeat
at times led zeppelin-esque
Well I’ll begrudgingly give this a little bump because if Rush has anything impressive to listen to, it’s on this album. That is to say Tom Sawyer is on this album. Rush are the epitome of a hard rock band that is decidedly NOT metal. They’re too dorky for that. They have no teeth and not much worth singing about.
Rush is such a mixed bag for me. I classify Rush as “prog for everybody,” and sometimes it seems like they try too hard to be “prog.” Moving Pictures is a decent album by a talented band.
Net geen 4
(4/7) good energy
Better than a lot of 70s rock but still not my thing
Got PTSD from playing YYZ in rock band
Pretty dang ok. I liked rush a lot more when I was in junior high. But now it's all good. I did meet Geddy Lee at a wedding once and he was a very nice guy.
I had another Rush album not long ago and I don't rate it highly. It wasn't what I was expecting. This album is more like it, more of the music I was hoping for. It's not great to me, but still good.
Was solid, kinda only suits wrestling movies with a group of brothers that almost all die. Not a huge vibe to just listen to on your off day, voice kinda gay but tom sawyer is good
estuvo bueno, rock normal de la época
Good album, particularly the first 1/3.
3 outta 5
[3/5] complicated prog rock. can see the appeal. outstanding instrumentals and lyrics but the strained voice just doesn’t agree with me. 3.5. track notes: 1. scooby doo space invaders. interesting drums 2. everything goes so well together 3. speeding through duty free to buy a big toblerone 4. trapped in the gentle whimsy of prog rock 5. ufo x infomercial x getting things done in the yard x big city life 6. perpetually relevant lyrics 7. strong start, like a strobe to the brain.
While not being my favourite album in Rush's discography, they remain one of Prog greats and it displays very good highlights with very impressive drumming and synth work throughout. It is very dynamic and this makes it be a cool listen that is much more accessible that some of the rest of their discography. As there are some glaring omissions in Prog Rock, I might swap it for a different album in my own list. 8/10 [SWAP?]
2.5/5 First songs forgettable Long ass one is awesome and the rest is cool but wouldn't really Realisten to it
Highlights: Tom Sawyer, YYZ, Limelight, Vital Signs Considering that this is a prog rock album, it doesn't surprise me that it has a 10 minute song, but unfortunately that's one of the ones I didn't like. Same goes for the second longest song on the album at 6 mins. Add another shorter one into the mix and we are already over 50% of me not liking the album. Longer tracks are generally really hit or miss for me as they have to be dynamic and change enough throughout their run to keep the listener engaged (which these were not). The shorter tracks were enjoyable, so I can't say the album is bad as a whole.
Highlights: Tom Sawyer, Red Barchetta, YYZ, Limelight, Witch Hunt, Vital Signs Decent listen. I liked the synths and the guitars, but the vocals were sometimes a bit too much. Honestly, I would love an instrumental version. I guess I just expected a less "epic" vocal with these instrumentals because most other vocals from that period are more grounded. It was a toss-up between a 3 and a 4, but I don't really see myself revisiting it anytime soon, so it settles on a 3.
кто так и не запомнил как звучит Том Сойер? ит ми
It has a couple of fun songs but nothing that blew me away.
Can definitely hear the influence on things I like more. Didn’t enjoy the vocals very much.
You know, it’s Rush. Just what I expected.
pretty good YYZ and tom sawyer were my favs 7/10
Not bad
Really cool album! A bit of rock and roll from outerspace! Love the cover art aswell.
I don’t really like listening to Rush, but I do find their whole concept kinda hilarious, and there’s certainly no faulting the genuine enthusiasm of their mainly Canadian fanbase. A snarky review would be pointless. It would be like ripping The Wiggles a new one.
Fine. Rush isn't my thing.
Was surprised I knew a song from this from the metal cassette I have. I liked it well enough and would maybe listen again.
This is such a tight trio. I'm almost ashamed to say that I think of Rush as Peart's band. But when listening through with everyone's contributions in mind it's easy to hear how well these guys work together. Tom Sawyer
I have a hard time caring about this.
A Progressive Rock Masterpiece, but Not Without Its Baggage From what I know, Moving Pictures is widely considered Rush's definitive album. Here was the moment they balanced their progressive rock complexity with tighter, more accessible songwriting. It's an impressive showcase of technical musicianship, with four tracks earning spots on my playlist. "Tom Sawyer" kicks things off with an iconic synth riff and one of the most recognizable drum fills in rock history. The lyrics about a "modern-day warrior" with a mind not for rent capture the band's individualist spirit. It's a classic (and I appreciate the line about not selling your mind to any god or government) but the glorification of the individualist lands a bit off for me. I am thrust to remember how this type of rugged individualism is historically tied to capitalism and white imperialist culture. The song lands somewhere between a 7 and an 8. "Red Barchetta" tells a sci-fi story about a dystopian future where private cars are banned. The guitar breaks are super fun, and the musicianship is exceptional. But the "better vanished time" nostalgia is questionable: better for whom? That kind of longing for a pre-industrial past can veer into reactionary territory. That said, rebellion against a hypersurveillant state has its uses. I'd give it a 5 to 6. "YYZ" is an instrumental built around Toronto's airport Morse code. The riff at 2:50 and the bridge that follows are genuinely exhilarating. These guys really know their music. Added to playlist. 6.5 to 7. "Limelight" is about Neil Peart's discomfort with fame. The lyrics are unusually honest ("I can't pretend a stranger is a long-awaited friend") and the chorus is catchy. It's a well-written reflection on the cost of success, though the song's solution (put up barriers) is individualistic rather than transformative. 5 to 6. "The Camera Eye" is my favorite: a sprawling, 11-minute journey contrasting New York and London. The first half's relentless drive and the second half's wistful atmosphere make it a standout. It pushes boundaries and is genuinely engaging throughout. Great instrumentation, great vocals. It feels like a precursor to Dragonforce. Strong 8 to 9. "Witch Hunt" takes a darker turn, warning against mob mentality and fear-driven prejudice. It's politically charged and still relevant, though not the album's strongest musically. "Vital Signs" closes things out with a reggae-influenced, quirky energy. It's a fun, playful track about individuality and persistence: a perfect palate cleanser. Moving Pictures is a significant album in rock's progression, though it carries the baggage of its cultural context. The technical skill is undeniable, and the storytelling is compelling.
Sympa mais sans plus
My favorite song of the album was the one where he doesn’t sing
There has always been some distance between Rush lyrics and the music. Maybe that's the drummer writing them, or just Neil Peart's personality. It's not true in every song, just most of them. Go read the lyrics of Vital Signs. How is that ever going to feel like anything? I can't deny the hooks of Tom Sawyer or Limelight, and I still like those songs and some others on the record. I appreciated YYZ more than I have in years. The best lyrics on this are probably Red Barchetta since it seems personal and inhabitable, even if I don't really care about it.
mid asf
Rock progressif, j’aime bien très basique mais dans le bon sens du terme à réécouter 3,5
Giving it a 3 for Tom Sawyer and Limelight, but I'm perfectly fine not hearing any of the other songs ever again.
Good album. Didn’t knock me out of my socks. But good energy.
Didn’t listen to the entire album, but it’s good!
I don’t really like Rush and had never listened to an album in its entirety before. I’m glad I listened but that was enough for me. Best thing about the band truly is the drummer.
Tom Sawyer is great. YYZ has phenomenal drumming. However it does get very repetitive.
They’re good musicians and see why someone would listen to them but not my cup of tea
Despite having some heaters I think this was just okay? Interesting response!
I like some prog rock. Some not so much. Rush landed on the not so much side for me. I think they are great musicians. Their music just doesn’t do anything for me. But, the hate, rancor and vitriol hurled by prog haters is mind numbing.
We want Lil' Rush! 3/5
Solid, all a little dramatic for me
mid, the top popular review is fun and i realized im kind of forcing myself to like some of these and not liking some enough
such a dad album! i liked how futuristic it sounds and the storytelling in the lyrics. definitely got a little repetitive- i have difficulty appreciating extended musical breaks and i’m working on that. i liked some songs better than others, but overall, pretty cool! i feel like rush writes music for movies.
Would I listen to it again: maybe? Wasn’t very memorable but also not that offensive to listen to. low 3
I didn’t not enjoy any of this or anything but it just didn’t feel particularly impactful or memorable either 3
i was scared of that 10 minute long song but it was actually BANGING the whole way through. Not really conected with the whole album though
Goes straight into Tom Sawyer, a jam. Some major hits. Limelight is still a stand-out. Pretty dang good.
Nice instrumental
The triple pun/entendre of the art work really captures the almost cleverness of the fellas. Should 100% be on the list, I just don't like prog rock.
I like the music and instrumental parts of the songs, but not so much the singing. Witch hunt was fun
Textured. Not my style, but I appreciate the layering.
Mmmmm prog rock my most middle favourite genre
album #66 the best song on this album is YYZ because there is no singing. (it's fine, i just found it too safe for something advertised as prog rock) ꩜ favourite track(s): YYZ, witch hunt ꩜ least favourite track(s): red barchetta ꩜ album rating: ★★⯪☆☆ ꩜ number of albums left to review: 1,023 ꩜ number of albums from the list that i agree with being on the list: 32 ꩜ albums from the list that I would consider on my list: 13 ꩜ albums from the list I won't include on my list: 53
Good first song with Tom Sawyer, the rest was just ok.
this album was one a of best eighty’s albums i listened to! my only issue was the vocals, but they weren’t terrible. my favorite song from it was vital signs.
Nice. Just rummages away in the background. Fine!
Tom Sawyer and Limelight are fun. Can definitely see an intentional shift from heavier rock to more radio friendly digestible rock. Easy listening with a bit of edge.
Great album. So many hits on one record. While not my cup of tea, definitely respect the accomplishment.
I've been aware of Rush for a while but was never really in a rush to give them a proper chance. What I found most enjoyable is the sheer virtuosity on display. The band plays with the kind of tightness you'd expect from the inner workings of a pocket watch, weaving complex time signatures in without skipping a beat or making it too jarring. This is something I'm sure anyone who plays an instrument or has been in a band can appreciate. I found the vocals and lyrics quite difficult, though. I just kept wishing they'd play cool instrumental breaks or even just have half the tracks be 100% instrumental as this is where this band really shines. Although I think the singing was technically proficient, it felt rather redundant, as if it were there out of some kind of social expectation, a box-ticking exercise, or corporate demand. Singing isn't the be-all and end-all of music. I'm not sure if it's because the singer plays an instrument while singing (I haven't looked into anything about this band), but it sounds like he's singing strictly on the beat, without a lead-in or pickup from the end of the bar before, which is very unusual. They're very talent musicians overall, but it's a bit cheesy in regards to the grating vocals/lyrics. My favourite track was definitely YYZ. If they have purely instrumental albums, I'd give them a listen, or if a friend invited me to go see them live, I'd say yes. But I'm not sure I'd be rushing to engage more with this band any time soon.
I didn't dislike this as much as I thought I would. In fact, I could hear a bunch of things that likely influenced some of my favourite music, especially in the prog/post-rock space (though the music I like most in this genre is not especially heavy on the meandering lyrics about driving fast cars or Tom Sawyer). The drumming is fantastic, and worth it just to listen to that alone. The synth textures were also fun flourish. I could do without most of the vocals, which at times seem like an afterthought. I will probably listen to YYZ and Limelight again. I really enjoyed the first half of The Camera Eye before the vocals started.
Great album. But it gives me flashbacks to the 1980’s. This was so overplayed.
It’s alright. I only like one of the songs
ngl solo habia escuchado tom sawyer de rush
Didn’t love!
No suenan mal pero meh. Dos veces escuché y no tengo nada para decir al respecto. No queda guardado
classic
I like that there is not a lot of singing. The singing takes me out of it. A little bit.
Favorite songs: Tom Sawyer, YYZ, Limelight
Lo siento, papá.
sympa mais pas trop trop mon style
I wasn't too sure when I would have much time to listen to this album today, so I chose to listen to it while I went on my run. This is surprisingly a really good album to listen to when exercising. Some tracks had a bit of an uplifting feel to them, and I really enjoyed that. 'Tom Sawyer' as an opening track is brilliant, setting the tone of the album perfectly. This, however, feels like maybe one of those albums that you would need one or two more listens through to really appreciate the music. Favourites: Tom Sawyer YYZ The Camera Eye