In the summer of ‘04, Rush released an EP of covers called Feedback on which they honored their favorite bands and songs. Some of those songs made it into the set as well, such as an acoustic version of The Yardbirds’ “Heart Full of Soul,” Eddie Cochrane’s “Summertime Blues”, The Who’s “The Seeker” and the band who was the blueprint for rock trios, Cream’s “Crossroads.”
The concert lightshow that Rush puts on is equally breathtaking, and mixed in with the music one can truly see why the German fans are going crazy. Rush always puts on a great live show, and their artistry, training, and devotion to their work really shine through when they are on stage, and the crowds can tell.
The second DVD contains archival footage from interviews and performances throughout the years. They are interviewed while on tour in 1979, about their 2002 album Vapor Trails, and are inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 1994. Video shows them appearing on the TV show Rock Concert, two tracks from Seneca College off “A Farewell to Kings” in 1977, and appearing at Toronto Rocks in 2003. There are a total of 15 features all together to satiate the most die hard of fans. Most of these tracks are from the late 70's and 80's and it's funny to see the guys with all that long hair.
The best track is the "in studio" version of "Closer to the Heart" performed for the Canadian Tsunami Disaster Fund. During concerts, when this song comes up, the Bics come out to light the night air, but this version, gives you an almost personal window into how these men not only work together, but how they enjoy what they do. They might be in a studio, but the sound and their playing still have a concert feel.
There are 2 CDs included in the Deluxe Edition that has the audio from the Frankfurt show, so you can take it with you if you don’t have a portable DVD player. There are two signature guitar picks, a 17-page photo pamphlet, and Easter Eggs. (That's if you can find them.....Good Luck)
For me, Rush was the band that inspired me and really got me into the music that I enjoy today. This deluxe edition gives the fan a chance to possibly sit back and watch these guys in action, but as I said before, with Rush it's truly hard be still. Here is a band whose melodies get you moving and the lyrics get you thinking. Once your body and mind are in motion your spirit will ignite, bringing it closer to the heart, and once that happens, oh babies, what a RUSH.
Article comments
1 - Aaman
Awesome - thanks for the alert - DVR get ready!
2 - Guppusmaximus
El Bicho,
Dude... What a great review!!I watched this DVD at my brother's place.. We should all pay homage to such a brilliant band! Especially one that has been together for 30 years. They inspired me tremendously with "Manhattan Project" and "Ghost of a Chance" and probably inspired the "Original" trio,Cream,to get back together after all these years...
I just found Winamp's Internet Station,"RUSH Radio" and they played "Summertime Blues". What a cool cover.... Anyways, Great Review!!
Cheers...
3 - gonzo marx
LISTEN UP FOLKS!!!
if ever my mad peckings have made you grin, provoked your Ire, made you Think , or forced you to look something up...
do me one Favor...
at least watch and listen to this broadcast on VH-1 Classic
IMO, these 3 men have won the Rock band Contest...for over 30 years they have pursued their Art and the true Objectivist Ethic of Craft
more true living Icons of the principles in the Fountainhead(especially compared to the love struck speed freak who wrote it)...these men have relentlessly pursued the pilgimage of their Art, honing the tools fo their chosen Craft...and earned their "bread" with uncompromising adherence to their Principles
and it's DAMN fine Music too!!
many bands since the creation of electric Music have come and gone....and very few are in this League
no matter what "style" of Music moves you, if you watch and listen, you will be moved inside
they stand as an abject Lesson to the younger generations of what is Possible when you follow your Muse and Work at it
they stand as an abject Lesson to those who have stepped aside and come back, to what they should strive for...having Fun while performing and giving your All to the Audience
they stand as an abject Lesson to us All, for what is Possible in our Lives, when we hold to our Ethic for the sheer Joy of it
they stand as an abject Lesson to any Artist, you CAN create and make your living from the fruit of your Spirit
the times of the shows are listed in the Post, again, i urge you all to try it at my Asking if at all possible
thanks, El Bicho
Excelsior!
4 - Aaman
It's a good band - my *first* rock band
5 - gonzo marx
blast ya Aaman...ya knocked my cogent and colorful commentary, the purple pulsing persnickity prose of my plea, from the fresh comment box!!!
dreck
(no worries, i just can't believe the timing...lol)
Excelsior!
6 - El Bicho
I thank you and Fumo Verde thanks you.
And for those that choose not choose to watch, you still have made a choice.