Permanent Waves

Rush - Permanent Waves (1980) [SHM-CD] {2009 Japan Mini LP Edition, WPCR-13478}
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© 2009 Atlantic / Anthem / Warner | WPCR-13478
Rock / Prog Rock / Hard Rock

Falling somewhere in between heavy metal and AOR, Rush were one of the success stories of the period from 1976 to 1986–all the more surprising because few Canadians manage to break out from the land of the maple leaf in this area of music. Much of their following idolized Alex Lifeson, who was a guitar hero with the technical ability of a Page or a Beck. Occasionally Neil Peart's lyrics leave a little to be desired: "the shifting shafts of shining, weave the fabric of their dreams . . ." Jon Anderson from Yes was afflicted with the same condition of pretentiolyricitus. That aside, the music is faultless.

Rush - 12 Album Collection (1974-87) [12CD] {2009 SHM-CD Japan Mini LP Remaster} + Feedback (2004) {Japan Mini LP}
EAC rip (secure mode) | FLAC (tracks)+CUE+LOG -> 3.26 Gb | MP3 @320 -> 1.20 Gb
Full Artwork @ 400 dpi (png) -> 1.45 Gb | 5% repair rar
© 2009, 2004 Atlantic / Anthem / Warner | WPCR-13472~83 / WPCR-11894
Rock / Prog Rock / Hard Rock

The opening chords of "Finding My Way" signal the beginning of a song, album, and career that would have a permanent place in rock history. The debut album from the Canadian progressive metal outfit features drummer John Rutsey who, although a talented drummer, would quit after this album to be replaced by Neal Peart. Peart contributed to the band's songwriting progression and use of time changes.