2112 [Original recording remastered]

Amazon.com essential recording
Only Rush could have pulled this off, and only in the '70s. 2112--the title suite of the band's 1976 breakthrough album--is a comically pretentious, futuristic rock opera written by a nerdy drummer and sung by a whiny-voiced geek. It also happens to be a great piece of rock & roll that lifts the listener through a variety of moods and textures from genteel acoustic ("Oracle") to thrilling metal ("The Temples of Syrinx"). Perhaps realizing that they had taken conceptualism about as far as it could go, even these guys backed off on the epic hero stuff for later releases. 2112 still stands as one of the great signposts of the prog-rock era. --Michael Ruby

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2112 [Original recording remastered]

Average customer rating: why dont you have this album? The Concept Of Rush Great Album Masterpiece One of the best hard rock albums of all time

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Tracks:

1. '2112': I: Overture/II: The Temples Of Syrinx/III: Discovery/IV: Presentation/V: Oracle: The Dream/VI. Soliloquy/VII. Grand Finale
2. A Passage To Bangkok
3. The Twilight Zone
4. Lessons
5. Tears
6. Something For Nothing

Amazon.com essential recording

Only Rush could have pulled this off, and only in the '70s. 2112--the title suite of the band's 1976 breakthrough album--is a comically pretentious, futuristic rock opera written by a nerdy drummer and sung by a whiny-voiced geek. It also happens to be a great piece of rock & roll that lifts the listener through a variety of moods and textures from genteel acoustic ("Oracle") to thrilling metal ("The Temples of Syrinx"). Perhaps realizing that they had taken conceptualism about as far as it could go, even these guys backed off on the epic hero stuff for later releases. 2112 still stands as one of the great signposts of the prog-rock era. --Michael Ruby

Customer Reviews:

why dont you have this album?.......2007-06-27

go buy this album right now if you dont have it. what the heck are you waiting for?

The Concept Of Rush.......2007-06-13

After the departure of orginal drummer John Rutsey, Rush took a turn in a different direction with the addition of lyricist and drummer extraordinaire Neil Peart. One can hear the difference right away on Fly By Night and even more so on the comercially-shunned Caress Of Steel. In the interim between the first Rush outing and the recording of 2112, Rush was a band still toying around with their sound, their ideas, their voice. Gone by now were the heavy Zeppelin-esque trappings as they began to find themselves meshing as musicians. No longer were the elder gods of rock needed to influence, because the pro-rock trio were becoming gods themselves. 2112 isn't the final stop for Rush into the whole concept album forray, but it's one of their most complete. Side one, as the licorice pizzas used to spin, is entirely devoted to the Ayn Rand-inspired future-gone-wrong song suite 2112. Elegant and grandiose, this is Rush on full-throttle. Though many would say that the latter Cygnus X-1 Book II: Hemispheres suite is vastly superior in musical construction, 2112 set the standard. From the ashes of the pretentious, overtly confusing efforts ending Caress Of Steel (The Necromancer & The Fountain Of Lamneth), rose a coherent, cohessive opus of sci-fi angst.

2112 - From the beginning of Overture on into The Temples Of Syrinx, Rush shows that their chops are clean and the music is fused into a solid, slamming, well-built machine. What 2112's biggest challenge was melding harder rock tunes along with the softer side of prog-rock and making it work as a single entity. I think they did it with 2112. I never grow tired of listening to this.

A Passage To Bangkok - Great song. Straight out rocker. One of my personal favorites. We're on a train to Bangkok, aboard the Thailand Express...

The Twilight Zone - Strange song, but one that I like. Obviously about the television show, the latter part of the song is very eerie. Geddy sings on one channel and whispers the lyrics on the other at the exact same time. Kinda creepy. Still a cool song.

Lessons - This song sounds eerily reminiscent of some of their earlier work (maybe Making Memories off Fly By Night). Staight ahead. Concise. Not a bad song. Not one of their best, however.

Tears - This song drags just enough to make it the soft spot on the album. Light-hearted. Sounds like it should have been a Barry Manilow tune.

Something For Nothing - This sounds like somthing off their first album, only musically superior in structure. Straight-forward rock tune. Catchy, kinda-corny lyrics. Definitely a cool tune. You won't get wise with the sleep still in your eyes...


Overall, Rush had matured in the relatively short time between the failure that was Caress Of Steel and the brilliance that shows on 2112. Geddy Lee's voice is something that takes a little getting used to, but it fits, and it's Rush, for better or worse. Things would only continue to get better from this point in their career until the masterpiece that was Moving Pictures.

Dig it!

Great Album.......2007-05-12

One of the best ever. The 2112 suite covers the entire spectrum of rock music, from driving rhythms to great acoustic guitar, a masterpiece. Twilight Zone has got to be one of the most underrated Rush songs (to me and what I've heard people say) that they have done. Great album from start to finish.

Masterpiece.......2007-04-16

[...]
Just sample some of Europe s still working prog bands and artists up to now . Now , onto 2112 . Rush , a band i have not had the time or privilige of reading much on , has been of my liking since my adolescence . Now , about 16 years after changing ' musical ' paths i have come to value this great album again .

When i first heard this it floored me , as it did when I acquired it again not long ago . It has great melodies , and does not bore for one instance . It is amazing that it has that capabilty after ( now ) 31 years .

The prog - or music - world in 76 was going through intriguing stages . Floyd had just delivered WYWH . Genesis had begun working with Bil Brufford , and Gabriel was not singing anymore . Frampton had just released comes alive . It was an intriguing - indeed - time . I was one year old ( in 76 = ) ) Ok ..

So , after letting you know relevant info on that year , in musical history let s just say Peart, Lee and Liefson made a Bona fide record . There are albums that can be heard throughout without the need of skipping songs . But this is one that really leaves the listener content .

On a techincal note , I d love ot know what kind of sound system Rush used in the late 70 s to promote their albums , and please their fans ( live ) . Live rigs are always important . Being an avid Grateful Dead fan , there is a wonderful book called GD gear that tells of all the gear the group used in its 30 year history . If anyone knows any of this ( of Rush ) , feel free to comment on this data .

My other album of this group i recommend is hemispheres . Well done album . Rush s musical catalog for my liking should begin with any of these two albums . Although there are the earlier ones that delight ( Fly by night ) .

The 2112 suite ( especially the overture , discovery and the dream ) and the song Tears , have to be among the best songs made in 20th century music history . Like a good bottle of wine , this album has aged to an intoxicatingly ( good ) level . Enjoy . God bless Liefson , Peart and Lee for this ..

One of the best hard rock albums of all time.......2007-03-26

First of all, Amazon.com should remove or edit the "official" Michael Ruby review above; there is no need to refer to Geddy Lee and Neil Peart in such a manner. Very unprofessional and silly review.

Anyway, "2112" is a classic by any measure. Rush basically INVENTED a new genre of music with this album - Progressive Metal. Even the ridiculously anti-Rush Rock & Roll Hall of Fame puts this on their list of the 200 best rock albums of all time. This album, in my opinion, is one of three albums that Rush has created that really stand the test of time and are true rock classics (the other two being "Moving Pictures" and "Counterparts"). This album sounds fresh and current even today. What other band in 1976 had a sound like this?

The title track crafts an interesting story of a future ruled by an authoritarian group and one man's struggle to re-introduce music to the world after finding an ancient guitar. It's a masterpiece, both musically and lyrically. The other songs on this album are very good as well, especially "Passage to Bangkok" and "Something for Nothing".

After the lackluster "Caress of Steel" album, it's amazing that Rush created a classic like "2112"; this was clearly a turning point for the band, and they really haven't stopped making good music since this album.

Average customer rating: why dont you have this album? The Concept Of Rush Great Album Masterpiece One of the best hard rock albums of all time

2112 Rush Manufacturer: Polygram Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Canada | North America | International | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Progressive Rock | Progressive | Rock | Styles | Music Progressive Metal | Progressive | Rock | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Hard Rock | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Album-Oriented Rock (AOR) | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Arena Rock | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: Moving Pictures A Farewell to Kings Hemispheres Permanent Waves Fly by Night ASIN: B000001F84 Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

1. 2112 Overture/The Temples of Syrinx
2. Passage to Bangkok
3. Twilight Zone
4. Lessons
5. Tears
6. Something for Nothing

Amazon.com essential recording

Only Rush could have pulled this off, and only in the '70s. 2112--the title suite of the band's 1976 breakthrough album--is a comically pretentious, futuristic rock opera written by a nerdy drummer and sung by a whiny-voiced geek. It also happens to be a great piece of rock & roll that lifts the listener through a variety of moods and textures from genteel acoustic ("Oracle") to thrilling metal ("The Temples of Syrinx"). Perhaps realizing that they had taken conceptualism about as far as it could go, even these guys backed off on the epic hero stuff for later releases. 2112 still stands as one of the great signposts of the prog-rock era. --Michael Ruby

Customer Reviews:

why dont you have this album?.......2007-06-27

go buy this album right now if you dont have it. what the heck are you waiting for?

The Concept Of Rush.......2007-06-13

After the departure of orginal drummer John Rutsey, Rush took a turn in a different direction with the addition of lyricist and drummer extraordinaire Neil Peart. One can hear the difference right away on Fly By Night and even more so on the comercially-shunned Caress Of Steel. In the interim between the first Rush outing and the recording of 2112, Rush was a band still toying around with their sound, their ideas, their voice. Gone by now were the heavy Zeppelin-esque trappings as they began to find themselves meshing as musicians. No longer were the elder gods of rock needed to influence, because the pro-rock trio were becoming gods themselves. 2112 isn't the final stop for Rush into the whole concept album forray, but it's one of their most complete. Side one, as the licorice pizzas used to spin, is entirely devoted to the Ayn Rand-inspired future-gone-wrong song suite 2112. Elegant and grandiose, this is Rush on full-throttle. Though many would say that the latter Cygnus X-1 Book II: Hemispheres suite is vastly superior in musical construction, 2112 set the standard. From the ashes of the pretentious, overtly confusing efforts ending Caress Of Steel (The Necromancer & The Fountain Of Lamneth), rose a coherent, cohessive opus of sci-fi angst.

2112 - From the beginning of Overture on into The Temples Of Syrinx, Rush shows that their chops are clean and the music is fused into a solid, slamming, well-built machine. What 2112's biggest challenge was melding harder rock tunes along with the softer side of prog-rock and making it work as a single entity. I think they did it with 2112. I never grow tired of listening to this.

A Passage To Bangkok - Great song. Straight out rocker. One of my personal favorites. We're on a train to Bangkok, aboard the Thailand Express...

The Twilight Zone - Strange song, but one that I like. Obviously about the television show, the latter part of the song is very eerie. Geddy sings on one channel and whispers the lyrics on the other at the exact same time. Kinda creepy. Still a cool song.

Lessons - This song sounds eerily reminiscent of some of their earlier work (maybe Making Memories off Fly By Night). Staight ahead. Concise. Not a bad song. Not one of their best, however.

Tears - This song drags just enough to make it the soft spot on the album. Light-hearted. Sounds like it should have been a Barry Manilow tune.

Something For Nothing - This sounds like somthing off their first album, only musically superior in structure. Straight-forward rock tune. Catchy, kinda-corny lyrics. Definitely a cool tune. You won't get wise with the sleep still in your eyes...


Overall, Rush had matured in the relatively short time between the failure that was Caress Of Steel and the brilliance that shows on 2112. Geddy Lee's voice is something that takes a little getting used to, but it fits, and it's Rush, for better or worse. Things would only continue to get better from this point in their career until the masterpiece that was Moving Pictures.

Dig it!

Great Album.......2007-05-12

One of the best ever. The 2112 suite covers the entire spectrum of rock music, from driving rhythms to great acoustic guitar, a masterpiece. Twilight Zone has got to be one of the most underrated Rush songs (to me and what I've heard people say) that they have done. Great album from start to finish.

Masterpiece.......2007-04-16

[...]
Just sample some of Europe s still working prog bands and artists up to now . Now , onto 2112 . Rush , a band i have not had the time or privilige of reading much on , has been of my liking since my adolescence . Now , about 16 years after changing ' musical ' paths i have come to value this great album again .

When i first heard this it floored me , as it did when I acquired it again not long ago . It has great melodies , and does not bore for one instance . It is amazing that it has that capabilty after ( now ) 31 years .

The prog - or music - world in 76 was going through intriguing stages . Floyd had just delivered WYWH . Genesis had begun working with Bil Brufford , and Gabriel was not singing anymore . Frampton had just released comes alive . It was an intriguing - indeed - time . I was one year old ( in 76 = ) ) Ok ..

So , after letting you know relevant info on that year , in musical history let s just say Peart, Lee and Liefson made a Bona fide record . There are albums that can be heard throughout without the need of skipping songs . But this is one that really leaves the listener content .

On a techincal note , I d love ot know what kind of sound system Rush used in the late 70 s to promote their albums , and please their fans ( live ) . Live rigs are always important . Being an avid Grateful Dead fan , there is a wonderful book called GD gear that tells of all the gear the group used in its 30 year history . If anyone knows any of this ( of Rush ) , feel free to comment on this data .

My other album of this group i recommend is hemispheres . Well done album . Rush s musical catalog for my liking should begin with any of these two albums . Although there are the earlier ones that delight ( Fly by night ) .

The 2112 suite ( especially the overture , discovery and the dream ) and the song Tears , have to be among the best songs made in 20th century music history . Like a good bottle of wine , this album has aged to an intoxicatingly ( good ) level . Enjoy . God bless Liefson , Peart and Lee for this ..

One of the best hard rock albums of all time.......2007-03-26

First of all, Amazon.com should remove or edit the "official" Michael Ruby review above; there is no need to refer to Geddy Lee and Neil Peart in such a manner. Very unprofessional and silly review.

Anyway, "2112" is a classic by any measure. Rush basically INVENTED a new genre of music with this album - Progressive Metal. Even the ridiculously anti-Rush Rock & Roll Hall of Fame puts this on their list of the 200 best rock albums of all time. This album, in my opinion, is one of three albums that Rush has created that really stand the test of time and are true rock classics (the other two being "Moving Pictures" and "Counterparts"). This album sounds fresh and current even today. What other band in 1976 had a sound like this?

The title track crafts an interesting story of a future ruled by an authoritarian group and one man's struggle to re-introduce music to the world after finding an ancient guitar. It's a masterpiece, both musically and lyrically. The other songs on this album are very good as well, especially "Passage to Bangkok" and "Something for Nothing".

After the lackluster "Caress of Steel" album, it's amazing that Rush created a classic like "2112"; this was clearly a turning point for the band, and they really haven't stopped making good music since this album.

Average customer rating: Intermission music How could you "tribute" Rush with this? It's a disgrace! wow... my favorite RUSh tribute!! Exploitation or not...

The String Quartet Tribute to Rush's 2112 Manufacturer: Vitamin Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Progressive Rock | Progressive | Rock | Styles | Music General | Compilations | Rock | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Hard Rock | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Album-Oriented Rock (AOR) | Classic Rock | Styles | Music General | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | Music Tributes | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Exit... Stage Right: String Quartet Tribute to Rush Chamber Maid: The Baroque Tribute to Rush Subdivisions: A Tribute The Piano Tribute to Rush Rush: Chemistry ASIN: B0007PAM4C Release Date: 2005-03-08

Tracks:

1. 2112 Overture
2. The Temples Of Syrinx
3. Discovery
4. Presentation
5. Oracle: The Dream
6. Soliloquy
7. Grand Finale
8. A Passage To Bangkok
9. The Twilight Zone
10. Lessons
11. Tears
12. Something For Nothing

Product Description

1. 2112 Overture
2. The Temples Of Syrinx
3. Discovery
4. Presentation
5. Oracle: The Dream
6. Soliloquy
7. Grand Finale
8. A Passage To Bangkok
9. The Twilight Zone
10. Lessons
11. Tears
12. Something For Nothing

Format: CD

Customer Reviews:

Intermission music.......2007-06-26

Just letting you know that on the Snakes and Arrows tour, Rush is playing this music during their intermission.

How could you "tribute" Rush with this? It's a disgrace!.......2007-04-27

Three thumbs down! One from Neil, one from Alex, and one from Geddy I'm sure!!! My God, I can not wait until Vitamin Records either goes out of business or wake's up and starts doing recordings with real talent. These sound like midi files - and not just the Rush, but everything I've heard from them. The Iron Maiden disc is pathetic, as is the new Dream Theater.
Be warned, do not buy this CRAP! That's what they are putting out. If there are real players playing this, they sound like they're on the middle school level. It's quite a shame. There is some beautiful music that these great musicians in these bands wrote and vitamin records is wiping their butts with it and laughing all the way to the bank. Do NOT support them and spread the word.

wow..........2007-01-17

i honestly only bought this for comedy purposes, but i had no idea what i was in for!

this is possibly one of the worst CDs ever produced, tribute or otherwise. the orchestration is incredibly sub par, and hugely aggravating.

i was also largely disappointed to discover that it was put out in 2005. i was REALLY hoping for some late 70's/early 80's action. i should have paid more attention, i guess.

also, from the sound of things, the only song with actual violin instrumentation (beyond the first violin) is passage to bankok (which is one of the dumbest songs ever written anyway). the rest of them reek of synthesizer (i think i actually have some of the same string samples!).

and lastly, at virtually no point is the instrumentation actually a string quartet.

i would really like to hang out with the two dudes who made this. i am betting that they are supremely insane. this one is definitely getting played at parties when i want people to leave.

my favorite RUSh tribute!!.......2007-01-03

This one is the cool one! Hearing the classic RUSH tunes performed by a quartet will give you a whole new appreciation for the compositions and arrangements the wonderful trio from Canada have given to us.

Exploitation or not..........2006-11-05

Exploitaton or not, it's still an interpretation of some of my favorite, formative music. I'm one of those geeks who listened to Rush so much as a teenager that just hearing a brief melody from one of their songs causes a truly visceral reaction.

I had always said that in 200 years, people will still listen to Rush and hearing the work interpreted through a string ensemble only strengthened that belief.

Of course, I'm also a big fan of "tribute" albums. Some of my favorites being the "Ecomonium" tribute to Led Zepplin, the "Moody Bluegrass" Nashville tribute to the Moody Blues, and the "Fire on the Mountain" reggae interpretations of the Grateful Dead. Oh yeah, I'm also one of the few that really got a kick out of Rush's own tribute album, Feedback.

In summary, if you love Rush and you enjoy tributes, buy this album. If not (on either account), skip it.

Average customer rating: Down By Law - Puttin the boots in once again

Windwardtidesandwaywardsails Down By Law Manufacturer: Union Local 2112 ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Punk | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Punk Revival | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: Fly the Flag Last of the Sharpshooters PunkRockDays: The Best of DBL ASIN: B000093NP5 Release Date: 2003-05-06

Tracks:

1. Next to Go
2. Put The Boots In
3. Capitol Riots
4. Convoluted
5. Superheroes Wanted
6. Going Wrong
7. (I Wanna Be In) AC/DC
8. Kickdown
9. Baked With Sublime
10. 8th And Main
11. Easy Street
12. Johnny Law
13. Everlasting Girl
14. Accelerator

Customer Reviews:

Down By Law - Puttin the boots in once again.......2003-05-30

Down By Law is back again with another fantastic album. Windwardtidesandwaywardsails is the best Down By Law album since Punkrockacademyfightsong. Maybe the one word run on is the way for this band to go with album titles. This album is inexpensive and well worth it. Fourteen tracks in 36 minutes or so makes you wanna listen to it over and over again. The entire album is good and "I wanna be in AC/DC" is a track that you will never forget. If your looking for the new N Sync album look somewhere else, but if your looking for some classic punk rock, this is the next album that you should put in your collection.

Average customer rating: why dont you have this album? The Concept Of Rush Great Album Masterpiece One of the best hard rock albums of all time

2112 Rush Manufacturer: Mobile Fidelity ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Canada | North America | International | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Progressive Rock | Progressive | Rock | Styles | Music Progressive Metal | Progressive | Rock | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Hard Rock | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Album-Oriented Rock (AOR) | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Arena Rock | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: Moving Pictures A Farewell to Kings Hemispheres Permanent Waves Fly by Night ASIN: B000000ISW Release Date: 1993-11-15

Tracks:

1. 2112/Overture/The Temples Of Syrinx/Discovery...
2. A Passage To Bangkok
3. The Twilight Zone
4. Lessons
5. Tears
6. Something For Nothing

Amazon.com essential recording

Only Rush could have pulled this off, and only in the '70s. 2112--the title suite of the band's 1976 breakthrough album--is a comically pretentious, futuristic rock opera written by a nerdy drummer and sung by a whiny-voiced geek. It also happens to be a great piece of rock & roll that lifts the listener through a variety of moods and textures from genteel acoustic ("Oracle") to thrilling metal ("The Temples of Syrinx"). Perhaps realizing that they had taken conceptualism about as far as it could go, even these guys backed off on the epic hero stuff for later releases. 2112 still stands as one of the great signposts of the prog-rock era. --Michael Ruby

Customer Reviews:

why dont you have this album?.......2007-06-27

go buy this album right now if you dont have it. what the heck are you waiting for?

The Concept Of Rush.......2007-06-13

After the departure of orginal drummer John Rutsey, Rush took a turn in a different direction with the addition of lyricist and drummer extraordinaire Neil Peart. One can hear the difference right away on Fly By Night and even more so on the comercially-shunned Caress Of Steel. In the interim between the first Rush outing and the recording of 2112, Rush was a band still toying around with their sound, their ideas, their voice. Gone by now were the heavy Zeppelin-esque trappings as they began to find themselves meshing as musicians. No longer were the elder gods of rock needed to influence, because the pro-rock trio were becoming gods themselves. 2112 isn't the final stop for Rush into the whole concept album forray, but it's one of their most complete. Side one, as the licorice pizzas used to spin, is entirely devoted to the Ayn Rand-inspired future-gone-wrong song suite 2112. Elegant and grandiose, this is Rush on full-throttle. Though many would say that the latter Cygnus X-1 Book II: Hemispheres suite is vastly superior in musical construction, 2112 set the standard. From the ashes of the pretentious, overtly confusing efforts ending Caress Of Steel (The Necromancer & The Fountain Of Lamneth), rose a coherent, cohessive opus of sci-fi angst.

2112 - From the beginning of Overture on into The Temples Of Syrinx, Rush shows that their chops are clean and the music is fused into a solid, slamming, well-built machine. What 2112's biggest challenge was melding harder rock tunes along with the softer side of prog-rock and making it work as a single entity. I think they did it with 2112. I never grow tired of listening to this.

A Passage To Bangkok - Great song. Straight out rocker. One of my personal favorites. We're on a train to Bangkok, aboard the Thailand Express...

The Twilight Zone - Strange song, but one that I like. Obviously about the television show, the latter part of the song is very eerie. Geddy sings on one channel and whispers the lyrics on the other at the exact same time. Kinda creepy. Still a cool song.

Lessons - This song sounds eerily reminiscent of some of their earlier work (maybe Making Memories off Fly By Night). Staight ahead. Concise. Not a bad song. Not one of their best, however.

Tears - This song drags just enough to make it the soft spot on the album. Light-hearted. Sounds like it should have been a Barry Manilow tune.

Something For Nothing - This sounds like somthing off their first album, only musically superior in structure. Straight-forward rock tune. Catchy, kinda-corny lyrics. Definitely a cool tune. You won't get wise with the sleep still in your eyes...


Overall, Rush had matured in the relatively short time between the failure that was Caress Of Steel and the brilliance that shows on 2112. Geddy Lee's voice is something that takes a little getting used to, but it fits, and it's Rush, for better or worse. Things would only continue to get better from this point in their career until the masterpiece that was Moving Pictures.

Dig it!

Great Album.......2007-05-12

One of the best ever. The 2112 suite covers the entire spectrum of rock music, from driving rhythms to great acoustic guitar, a masterpiece. Twilight Zone has got to be one of the most underrated Rush songs (to me and what I've heard people say) that they have done. Great album from start to finish.

Masterpiece.......2007-04-16

[...]
Just sample some of Europe s still working prog bands and artists up to now . Now , onto 2112 . Rush , a band i have not had the time or privilige of reading much on , has been of my liking since my adolescence . Now , about 16 years after changing ' musical ' paths i have come to value this great album again .

When i first heard this it floored me , as it did when I acquired it again not long ago . It has great melodies , and does not bore for one instance . It is amazing that it has that capabilty after ( now ) 31 years .

The prog - or music - world in 76 was going through intriguing stages . Floyd had just delivered WYWH . Genesis had begun working with Bil Brufford , and Gabriel was not singing anymore . Frampton had just released comes alive . It was an intriguing - indeed - time . I was one year old ( in 76 = ) ) Ok ..

So , after letting you know relevant info on that year , in musical history let s just say Peart, Lee and Liefson made a Bona fide record . There are albums that can be heard throughout without the need of skipping songs . But this is one that really leaves the listener content .

On a techincal note , I d love ot know what kind of sound system Rush used in the late 70 s to promote their albums , and please their fans ( live ) . Live rigs are always important . Being an avid Grateful Dead fan , there is a wonderful book called GD gear that tells of all the gear the group used in its 30 year history . If anyone knows any of this ( of Rush ) , feel free to comment on this data .

My other album of this group i recommend is hemispheres . Well done album . Rush s musical catalog for my liking should begin with any of these two albums . Although there are the earlier ones that delight ( Fly by night ) .

The 2112 suite ( especially the overture , discovery and the dream ) and the song Tears , have to be among the best songs made in 20th century music history . Like a good bottle of wine , this album has aged to an intoxicatingly ( good ) level . Enjoy . God bless Liefson , Peart and Lee for this ..

One of the best hard rock albums of all time.......2007-03-26

First of all, Amazon.com should remove or edit the "official" Michael Ruby review above; there is no need to refer to Geddy Lee and Neil Peart in such a manner. Very unprofessional and silly review.

Anyway, "2112" is a classic by any measure. Rush basically INVENTED a new genre of music with this album - Progressive Metal. Even the ridiculously anti-Rush Rock & Roll Hall of Fame puts this on their list of the 200 best rock albums of all time. This album, in my opinion, is one of three albums that Rush has created that really stand the test of time and are true rock classics (the other two being "Moving Pictures" and "Counterparts"). This album sounds fresh and current even today. What other band in 1976 had a sound like this?

The title track crafts an interesting story of a future ruled by an authoritarian group and one man's struggle to re-introduce music to the world after finding an ancient guitar. It's a masterpiece, both musically and lyrically. The other songs on this album are very good as well, especially "Passage to Bangkok" and "Something for Nothing".

After the lackluster "Caress of Steel" album, it's amazing that Rush created a classic like "2112"; this was clearly a turning point for the band, and they really haven't stopped making good music since this album.

Average customer rating: This is not a disposable cd. This is not a disposable cd. the more you listen, the more you like

Disposable Income Snuff Manufacturer: Union Local 2112 ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Hardcore | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Punk | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Punk-Pop | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | American Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Indie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Indie & Lo Fi | Alternative Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music American Alternative | Alternative Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music Hardcore | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Numb Nuts Blue Gravy: Phase 9 Flibbiddydibbiddydob For Dancing and Listening ASIN: B00008DKB6 Release Date: 2007-01-08

Tracks:

1. Angels 1-5
2. The Other Half Of You
3. Chocs Away
4. Once Upon A Time Far Far Away
5. Dehumanised
6. 7 Days (Solomons Boring Week)
7. To Disappoint
8. Heads You Win Tails You Lose
9. Boatnick (So It Goes)
10. Wearenowhere
11. Salad
12. Lies
13. Pages 42-43
14. Coming Through
15. Emoticon
16. All Over Now (Bonus Track)

Customer Reviews:

This is not a disposable cd........2003-07-22

This is snuff at their most experimental and it's quality, the songs go by steadily without a bad song (which can become a token thing). It's good to hear a British punk band release an album so near perfect with there been such a high amount of good bands from california. So pick it up it's good British punk rock.

This is not a disposable cd........2003-07-22

This is snuff at their most experimental and it's good, the songs go by steadily without a bad song (which can become a token thing). It's good to hear a British punk band release an album so goo with there been such a high amount of good bands from california. So pick it up it's good British punk rock.

the more you listen, the more you like.......2003-03-25

Is it a departure from their Fat Records material? Hmm... yes and no. It's still Snuff, certainly still Snuff. But this time around they have this sort of airy ethereal quality added in to their intense mix. The album comes off as lighter and more pleading almost. The comedy seems to be pushed to the background on this album as there really are no throwaway numbers here like there have been on their Fat releases. There is some experimentation present (sampling, breakbeats), which honestly doesn't always work, but it's good that they're trying. And the production value makes the tracks really sparkle, which is curious since most people blast Fat Records for making a band "too glossy" though Snuff had to leave to make a truly accessibly sonic record.

There's some excellent tracks here, and a lot of average/above-average stuff, but truly no clunkers which is nice. Well, there is one, and i'm sad to report that the sole instrumental on here ranks as one of their worst. Shame, really. But the "bonus track" at the end is certainly one of the top tracks, strange that it is merely a "bonus" track. I enjoy it, and have enjoyed it progressively more the more i've listened to it. Casual fans might be better off with Demma or Tweet, but the old-timers will be intrigued and (hopefully) pleasantly surprised. A little less gruff gusto, but still great tunes, if you don't mind the wacky quality toned down a bit.

Average customer rating:

Combat Est au Jardin Eric Panic Manufacturer: Union 2112 ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music International | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B000J20CQG Release Date: 2007-01-08

Average customer rating: Belvedere Punk is a dish best served.... Canadian Punk is alive in Canada #1 punk band

Fast Forward Eats the Tape Belvedere Manufacturer: Union Local 2112 ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Punk | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: Defeat Songs Hometown Advantage Quitters Never Win Reclamation Virulence ASIN: B00020H9PW Release Date: 2007-01-08

Tracks:

1. Subhuman Nature
2. Three's A Crowd
3. Closed Doors
4. Unplugged
5. Quicksand
6. Two Minutes For Looking So Good
7. All About Perspectives
8. Elementally Regarded
9. Brandy Wine
10. Stain
11. Slaves To The Pavement
12. Early Retirement
13. Popular Inquiries Into Everyday Disasters
14. Bad Decisions
15. Anesthetic

Album Description

Founding member Steve Rawles formed Belvedere in 1995. After a few lineup shifts, they released their debut, Because No One Stopped Us, on Hourglass and 206 Records. The album sold over 3000 copies and helped Belvedere in 1998's Bad Religion/Warped Tour Battle Of The Bands, when they beat out hundreds of other groups and won recording time courtesy of Atlantic Records. In the coming year, Belvedere toured the West Coast several more times, supported Bad Religion on a three-month tour and shot their first music video. This tour-hungry band has played with Strung Out, Bad Religion, Dayglo Abortions, Wide Mouth Mason, Good Riddance, Big Wig, Gob, 22 Jacks, Catch 22, SNFU, Ten Foot Pole, Diesel Boy, H2O and Chixdiggit, among others. Other Belvedere projects include several contributions to CD compilations, TV show soundtracks (Nickelodeon's Caitlin's Way, Fox Sports) and movie soundtracks (Skate Canada `00, RIDE: The Movie). Fast Forward Eats The Tape is by far Belvedere's best stuff to date. Infectious melodies and blistering speed pound through the 15 tracks that deal with everything from incessant touring and bad relationships to the joys of skateboarding.

Customer Reviews:

Belvedere.......2004-06-28

Okay... Well, as a HUGE Belvedere fan, I have to say, that this record is amazing. It puts their older stuff to shame. The lyrics have improved SOOO much, and they have alot of more melodic songs and riffs then in the past, its alot like "T'was hell said former child" only a little heavier and and in my opinion, better. Thanks.

Punk is a dish best served.... Canadian.......2004-06-06

Calgary Alberta is the town that has given us Belvedere, a punk band quite reminiscint to other "melodic hardcore" or "melodo h-core" as the kids say, as Bigwig, Rise Against, Strike Anywhere and Alexisonfire. These guys are one heck of a punk band. They can rock and funk and well maybe not funk but they sure can rock. Songs such as Two Minutes for Looking So Good or Stain demonstrate their rocking ness with their catchiness. Calgary may have the Flames, and the Stampeders but they also have Belvedere. If you can pick up any Belvedere cd, Twas Hell Said Former Child, Because No one Stopped Us, Angels Live in my Town or this. They are all wickedness in a basket of musical genius. If I could describe Belvedere in one word it would be milk. They can be soft, can go down the right way and if works properly it can be very good for you as long as you have two to three glasses. Enjoy.

Punk is alive in Canada.......2004-05-25

If you've had a chance to listen to any of their previous albums, you already know.......Belvedere is a kick ass, quality punk band. And they're Canadian!!! This album is more of the same. No gimmicks, no fashion show, just good music...which isn't overly popular these days. I recommend you go out and buy it. It'll cost you a tad more than the average CD, being that it is a small band from a small town(in the whole music biz scope of things). But do yourself a favor by reaching past the new Avril(PopStarDesperatelySeekingPunkStatus)Lavigne album, perhaps accidentally knock a few of hers to the floor, and grab a copy of Belvedere's latest and greatest.

#1 punk band.......2004-05-21

Hey dudes!! I havin't really heard the hole cd yet but the song "Slaves To The Pavement" is really good. I suggest you guys to buy it if you like all their other cds. tchow!

Average customer rating: Nobody Reviewed This Yet?

Three Chord Revolution Ann Beretta Manufacturer: Union Local 2112 ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Punk | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Punk Revival | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music ASIN: B0000CG8FA Release Date: 2007-01-08

Tracks:

1. Not Invited
2. New Revolution
3. Built To Last
4. Lipstick & Makeup
5. Picture Perfect World
6. Angry All The Time
7. Better Half
8. Lost In You
9. Until You Be Mine
10. Fallout
11. Has Been Lullaby
12. Long Road Home

Customer Reviews:

Nobody Reviewed This Yet?.......2004-07-20

This is an excellent Ann Beretta record. With every record they grow more and more melodic. It's kinda reminiscent of Stiff Little Fingers circa "Nobody's Heroes",except a bit more laid-back and with more harmonies. It's pretty sad that there's people buying Simple Plan records when there's still great new punk record's like this coming out. More Generation X than NoFX and if you don't know who Generation X is then you probably should skip this. Just a good solid catchy anthemic street punk record. Fans of One man Army and American Steel should definitely check this out but then again anybody who listens to those bands probably already has this. *sigh*

Average customer rating:

No Limits, No Worries RESET Manufacturer: Union Local 2112 ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Thrash & Speed Metal | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Post Hardcore | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: Live In Japan 2002 ASIN: B000JSDP1E Release Date: 2007-01-08

Tracks:

1. Everyday
2. Why
3. Go Away
4. I'm a Man
5. Hope
6. T.K.O.
7. Stolen Land
8. Matter of Rights
9. Concern
10. Right or Wrong
11. Holy War
12. United We Stand Tall
13. I Know
14. Pollution
15. Planet Earth
16. My Dream and I
17. Let Me Go
18. Pressure
19. End
20. What Now?
21. Blew It Off
22. Wide Open
23. Big Brother
24. Friend
25. Double Cross

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