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Rush Special Edition
Rush have spent more than five decades pushing the boundaries of rock music, combining technical brilliance with unforgettable songwriting and a fearless approach to musical evolution. This special edition explores the band’s incredible journey from their early days in Toronto through to their status as one of progressive rock’s most influential and respected acts, featuring detailed biographies, career highlights and comprehensive album-by-album analysis.
This special edition celebrates the extraordinary career of Rush, charting the evolution of one of Canada’s greatest rock bands from their formation in 1968 to their remarkable legacy as progressive rock pioneers. Packed with rare photographs, insightful features and in-depth analysis, it follows the story of Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson and Neil Peart as they created one of the most distinctive and influential catalogues in modern music.
The magazine begins by exploring the lives and careers of the band’s three legendary members, examining their musical backgrounds, creative influences and the unique chemistry that made Rush stand apart. It also looks at the band’s changing musical style, their impact on progressive rock, major awards and honours, and the dedication that earned them a passionate worldwide following across multiple generations.
A detailed chronological history follows Rush through every era of their career, from early club performances and breakthrough success with 2112 to the progressive masterpieces of the late 1970s, the synthesiser-driven experimentation of the 1980s, their return to a heavier sound in the 1990s and the triumphant final years that culminated with Clockwork Angels. Along the way, the publication explores the band’s creative decisions, touring history, personal challenges and enduring influence on rock music.
The second half of the magazine provides an extensive album-by-album guide to Rush’s complete studio career. Every release is examined in detail, including track-by-track commentary covering classics such as Rush, Fly by Night, 2112, A Farewell to Kings, Hemispheres, Permanent Waves, Moving Pictures, Signals, Grace Under Pressure, Power Windows, Hold Your Fire, Presto, Roll the Bones, Counterparts, Test for Echo, Vapor Trails, Snakes & Arrows and Clockwork Angels.
Beautifully illustrated throughout, this collector’s edition is an essential companion for Rush fans and progressive rock enthusiasts alike. Combining detailed biographies, career history, musical analysis and a comprehensive guide to every studio album, it offers a fascinating look at the enduring legacy of one of rock’s most innovative and accomplished bands.
The magazine begins by exploring the lives and careers of the band’s three legendary members, examining their musical backgrounds, creative influences and the unique chemistry that made Rush stand apart. It also looks at the band’s changing musical style, their impact on progressive rock, major awards and honours, and the dedication that earned them a passionate worldwide following across multiple generations.
A detailed chronological history follows Rush through every era of their career, from early club performances and breakthrough success with 2112 to the progressive masterpieces of the late 1970s, the synthesiser-driven experimentation of the 1980s, their return to a heavier sound in the 1990s and the triumphant final years that culminated with Clockwork Angels. Along the way, the publication explores the band’s creative decisions, touring history, personal challenges and enduring influence on rock music.
The second half of the magazine provides an extensive album-by-album guide to Rush’s complete studio career. Every release is examined in detail, including track-by-track commentary covering classics such as Rush, Fly by Night, 2112, A Farewell to Kings, Hemispheres, Permanent Waves, Moving Pictures, Signals, Grace Under Pressure, Power Windows, Hold Your Fire, Presto, Roll the Bones, Counterparts, Test for Echo, Vapor Trails, Snakes & Arrows and Clockwork Angels.
Beautifully illustrated throughout, this collector’s edition is an essential companion for Rush fans and progressive rock enthusiasts alike. Combining detailed biographies, career history, musical analysis and a comprehensive guide to every studio album, it offers a fascinating look at the enduring legacy of one of rock’s most innovative and accomplished bands.