Fly by Night [Remaster] by Rush

Pros: All but one of the eight songs.
Cons: Rivendell puts me to sleep. How in the heck could Geddy hit them high notes?

A month ago now, in anticipation of the new Rush album Snakes and Arrows, I went to Rush's website and gave a listen to their new single Far Cry. After doing this, I did the exact same thing I did five years ago when I first ...

Pros: Great guitar licks, Solid Bass, Neil Peart Arrives!
Cons: None. Absolutely None.

Pros: The instrument playing, some of the songs are excellent.
Cons: These guys show off too much, the final two songs are crappy.

(Disclaimer: Those looking for a brief description of the album will find what their looking for in the "Album Overview" section. The section titled "Detailed Track Discussion" is meant only for those who want to read detailed descriptions of ...

Pros: Good blend of hard rock and technical proggery, Geddy's voice reaching climax. "Anthem" rules.
Cons: Lifeless 70's sound. Some of the lyrics drip buffoonery. Usual penchant for going berserk.

As a fellow recovering nerd, I feel entitled to beat up on Rush. It's not like I'm some kind of a jock who just doesn't comprehend what they were going for. Rest assured- I get it. They were smart Canadians who were way too good at their instruments and ...

Pros: Neil Peart arrived and provided some great lyrics.
Cons: "Rivendell" is hard to take.

Prior to this album, drummer John Rutsey left the band and was replaced by Neil Peart. Peart, of course, provided the final ingredient which made the band so popular through the years. In addition to being a fantastic drummer, Peart also provided the...

Pros: Great songs from the greates art rock group ever.
Cons: None at all.

The year was 1975 when Neil Peart joined Rush and filled the percussive void of John Rutsey. And what a change it was. Already a successful band with an album under their belt, Neil’s presence would be the final piece to the puzzle that would become...