Tom Rush still singing somewhere I hope.
929456
I recently saw a picture of Tom Rush on the Jimmy Fallon show, the resemblance is remarkable. But it got me to remembering all the GREAT times we all had while Tom Rush supplied the music. I bought it for sentimental reasons, but realized just how good Tom sings. Driving Wheel is a personal fav.
2055561
"Signals" and "Grace Under Pressure" are my 2 favorite Rush albums, and anything following those 2 records has a lot to live up to, but after listening to this CD again, I have to give kudos to Rush for another brilliant 80s era masterpiece.

I've particularly grown a new found respect for some of the lesser known tracks from this album, songs like "Grand Designs", Middletown Dreams", and "Territories" thanks in no small part to the recent "Clockwork Angels" tour.

And of course, there are the familiar staples such as "Manhattan Project", "Marathon" (on which Neil's drums are really kicking), "The Big Money" (which to me is always better performed live) and "Mystic Rhythms" which ends the album on a very high note.

If I had one wish with a song from this album, it's that Rush needs to play "Emotion Detector" live. I've heard Alex comment a few times about how one of his favorite solos is from this song, so just imagine what Mr. Lifeson could do with it on a stage.

Overall, not a bad track to be found on "Power Windows". In short, a 5 star Rush album.
1482355
Awesome voice  love all his music.  I hope he keeps climbing  i can see him at the Grand ole Opry .
3325306
I hope he keeps making music. He has a great voice and I do enjoy his music. However his music is a bit amateur in his coming out CD. I will keep looking out and buying his music though because he has great potential.
3719602
great sound, great voice whether singing or rapping. Lyrics could be a bit more Christ focused but it's still pretty good. Hoping the next album will be. I would say "but that's just me" but i'm sure i'm not the only one hoping that.

To me that would be a 5 star rating so not far off.

God bless you man. I support you.
1630602
The voice is still great even after 26 years of singing
3881428
Wow...he still has it in full gear ! Come on AMAZON ADD LINER NOTES TO YOUR DIGITAL MUSIC ,this is important info...necessary info, that you need to include.
We want to know what artists are playing on each song (Keith has some great ones). Tom Waits gave him a song to play...this should be noted.
Add a little more info.
1769853
My great friend in High School in the mid 70's in Kailua, Oahu turned me onto Rush.. Thank you David( Sonny ) Moore.. What a Band.. There is not enough room here to sing their praises.. Intelligent Prog Rock says one of my friends... I say just plain incredible music with very well thought out lyrics ... Where ever you are Sonny, Thanks for everything.. Hope the family is okay.. Listen to Rush always..
739468
It has been, what, six years since Tim and company released something under the Rancid banner. I've been a fan for going on 20 years now, and  I have been eagerly awaiting the release. I have been waiting since Branden was talking on twitter about going back into the studio in 2013.  Amazon had it as scheduled for earlier in the year and then they cancelled it. I had it preordered in like April.

I listened to the first three songs they released as teasers, and I liked them.

I then had it on my doorstep as I cam home on Monday. I put it on my turntable and listened to it through, flipping it and then the extra 7" that came with my preorder. As I sat there, I had sense of deja vu, where I was 16 again, walking through the summer streets feeling invincible. But there was a corner of sadness; that sixteen-year-old no longer exists. There are bills to be paid and chores that had to be done. I put the CD in my car, replacing the new Sick of It All that has been on permanent play for the last three weeks.

A new Rancid album is an event, and each song is to be treasured. The songs sound like Rancid songs. If you took this album and played it to that kid who first heard the ...Wolves tape when he was 12 and fell for the sound, he would recognize the sound, and Tim's voice and Matt's Bass. But there is something missing. The sneer of Journey to the East Bay is missing. There's a mellowness that pervades, even in the bouncy sing-alongs. Maybe Rancid's gotten older. I know I have. I like the album, but it's just not what I want it to be. I just don't know what that is.
3457126
There is something magical and wonderful about a David Cassidy song.  He seems to feel every word he sings and it comes through to the listener.  I loved his songs in the 70s, 80s and even now. I never grow tired of listening to his music. He had the touch.  It makes me sad to think that we no longer have this great creative artist around.  He was special.  I miss him already; but I have his music to enjoy which makes me happy.
1117807
Elton John can sing anything. When I hear this song it takes me back to a place in time where it brings my first love to mind. Very nice place to visit if I say so myself.
4939433
I will make this short and sweet. I have been a die hard fan since I saw the "Signals" tour back in the fogged up 80's. I love Rush for their staying power and even though alot have said that they have lost it.....I beg to differ. Anyway onto the review.

  This disc is a great chance to hear some of the 80's top voices do their turn with some of Rush's best tunes, and they do it well. Kip Winger doin vocals on "Limelight" and "Spirit of the Radio" is awesome. I wasn't big into him back in the day, but his pipes are perfect for this project. The only vocalist that I really thought they could have done without was Randy Jackson. Don't get me wrong, Zebra was and still is one of my favorites from that era, but it seems he was trying too hard to get Geddys voice pegged and he annunciates just a little too hard and makes the lyrics a little "pointed" for lack of a better term. Without this minor flaw, 5 stars for sure. I am a critical guy, so sue me!

  Overall this is an outstanding effort by some great names. I haven't listened to "Working Man", so my views weren't tainted as were some of the others. I will get it regardless of the reviews because without a doubt Rush is the best band ever, and any of their tunes in any form are a treat for the ears. Except maybe Devin Townsend doing "Natural Science".....that might leave a mark.
2737291
Well, it's been 6 years since a new Rush album. Personally, I lost them after Moving Pictures. They got too keyboard-coated on the following albums. But, this album has NO keyboards. A definite plus. Neil's lyrics are getting more personal. Also, there are some great riffs by Alex. Geddy's bass playing is getting a lot better than on other albums. He was always good.
One Little Victory-A rocking opener with a long intro. Very powerful. Sounds like they've been influnced by P.O.D. or Tool.
Celing Unlimited-Another current classic. Very reminiscent of U2.
Ghost Rider-Starts out pretty soft, with little guitar. Then it turns into a great Rush tune. Great singing by Geddy. Unbelievable hooks. There's more than one hook in this song. Is that allowed?
Peaceble Kingdom-Perfect lyrics. I think it's Neil's thoughts about 9/11. It's pretty heavy for Rush. Very diffrent. Almost grungy. There are those Rush time signatures again, though, but that's the only thing that's the same. Tolerable.
The Stars Look Down-An interesting intro. Once again, this another rocker. It sounds like old Rush, with a little bit of alt-rock. This album has too many hooks. I love it when I hear the harmony "And the stars look down." Amazing.
How It Is-Don't get confused with the Biohazard track. This song's starts out as a ballad, but is another rocker in the vein of Ceiling Unlimited. Very U2 sounding. "That's how it is/Another cloudy day." Simple, yet it works. Mediocre.
Vapor Trail-This is gonna be the next single. I can feel it. It has that 'single' feel. It's ok. But it sounds diffrent than rock stuff recently. Lyrics are great again. "Stratospheric traces of our transitory flight/Trails of condensation held in narrow bands of white." Very descriptive. There's a part in this song which reminds me of Dream Theater. Probably the chord structure.
Secret Touch-A slight tap on the snare for time in the intro. Then it builds up to another dissonant rocker. The guitars seem to try to drown the rest of the instruments. But the hook is there. A lot happens before the chorus. Really good. A bit long, for this kind of a tune.
Earthshine-Another midtempo song on this album. Intresting riff. It never stops, does it? But this one has a better hook than the rest, and buids up the album. Heavy tune. Finally, a solo. Oh, it's short! Damn! Up next is the best tune on the album...
Sweet Miracle-Even though it's short, it's 3:40 of pure solid Rush. Perect tune, good hook, and a great riff in A minor.
Nocturne-Bass galore on this one. The guitar fills add to this tune, and it has great lyrics. It's another heavy one, but with good melody.
Freeze-Intresting intro, but nothing new, except a slight change in time signatures. For a part in Fear, it's pretty bland.
Out Of The Cradle-The intro has some great bass playing, and it turns into what we expect from an ender from Rush...wanting more. A little faster than the other tunes, but it still has that Vapor Trails sound.
Well, to tell you the truth, it's a little dissapointing. I was hoping that they'd do more old-scholl Rush stuff, like on 2112 and A Farewell To Kings. Also, where are the solos? I haven't found one yet. Oh wait, Earthshine has one for about 7 seconds. Alex needs some solos like in the old days. Oh well, I'd like to see them on tour. Solid album.
3178464
A quick glance over the reviews for Rush's new DVD and there is only one or two mentions of Geddy's voice - the other bad reviews highlight the picture/audio quality which funny enough I find to be ok.

I want to like this dvd i really do, being a big fan of their new albums and by Looking at the setlist it's too good to be true a whole slew of drum solos, set one's reliance on the latter 80s stuff is also an interesting choice.

Then I watched it and it immediately cleared the room, Geddy's voice wavers and warbles all over the place as he appears to be inwardly singing in a tenacious d sense. It's just awkward to watch him grimace as he struggles to hit any note regardless of register on both new and old material

Just to reiterate I am not bashing rush here Clockwork angels and Snakes and Arrows are two of my favourite rush albums which makes it more infuriating - his voice sounds good on those records

Standout moments on this DVD would be Caravan and Clockwork Angels the latter especially.

If you need a DVD of rush I recommend getting the snakes and arrows DVD instead.
3291523
I had all of Rush's recordings in 1979...  and I have all of their recordings in 2001.  So I consider myself a very experienced critic of the band.
  This is a very solid album, closer to five stars than three.  I also think it's better than any of Rush's recordings since 1982's Signals (possible exceptions:  Power Windows and Counterparts).
  I think this CD has more variety than any Rush studio recording, ever.  And like other listeners, I find it grows on me, and I hum and sing along to the songs (a very good sign that I like the music).
  Good work, Dirk!
579883
Wow! 30 years on and STILL sounds fresh and looks stunning.
Captured at an intimate setting, a long way from Texas, Stevie, Tommy & Chris let rip from the word go, and don't let up.
Personally, I'd love to have seen more camera shots of his hands playing, but that's personal preference.
There is a poignant interview with Tommy & Chris as a bonus feature recorded 9 years after Stevies untimely death, and they STILL look dazed and haunted from his passing.
My only slight criticism from this fantastic release are the omission of several songs that WERE played and recorded but don't appear on this updated DVD.
You'll Be Mine and Little Wing appear on the official release of the CD from the Complete Epic Recordings but don't appear visually which is a huge pity.
Still, embrace this polished up DVD, and just feel the intensity of the playing from a true master yet to scratch the surface of his potential
3060212
Good effort...missed singing. Kevin stayef in his comfort zone with his beatbox and cello work. I was just hoping for more singing...and he can sing.
enjoy. Jb