Power Windows [Remastered] - Rush

Rush into the 90s

Advantages: A good combination of new and old.
Disadvantages: May not appeal to hardened fans

was a hit around the world (with a top 40 placing in the UK) is 'The Big Money'. Blending classic Rush rock with synths it discussess the corruption in the world. Geddy Lee's voice is particularly powerful in this song as he belts out his almost mocking lyrics. The theme is continued throughout the album as Rush attempt to produce a total concept album similar to their earlier albums such as 'Caress of Steel'. This starts of with quite a profound beat, somewhat like a military march. The guitar begins out very simple and quite. It tells the tale of the creation of the atomic bomb and how it has changed human kind forever. This is a changing song that features several different styles as it builds up in speed and power. Slightly off theme, this song is about the strength endurance and desires ...

Simoncook1 07.08.2001 · Read full review
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Review of Power Windows [Remastered] - Rush

Easy on the Ear Progressive Rock - Great!

Advantages: Well crafted, excellent songs, hasn't dated
Disadvantages: none that I can think of.

This is an album by a group who are comfortable with who they are and what they create. The eight superbly crafted tracks here show how Rush can create short progressive rock tracks, full of excellent playing and intelligent lyrics without falling in to the AOR trap that other long time bands originating in progressive music seemed to do throughout the eighties. This album contains the tracks 'Grand Designs' and 'Marathon' both of which have been strong favourites of mine for several years. If you are looking for some of the more far-out prog & jazz rock then this is probably not the album for you, but if you like intelligent rock music, give it a try. ...

sjm6 04.08.2000 · Read full review
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Review of Power Windows [Remastered] - Rush

A Definitive Rush

Advantages: World-class percussion and bass, thought-provoking lyrics
Disadvantages: None

hands it escapes, but never neglects, the mere provision of rhythm and takes on a life of its own to become an integral part of the Rush sound. Lee's ability to stretch the capabilities of a synthesiser is just the icing on the cake. The sheer power of the largely instrumental "Jacob's Ladder" is incredible to behold, and the energy of what I can only describe as a jamming session in the middle of "Freewill" is just something else. And finally, on six- and twelve-string guitars, the aforementioned weakest link, Mr. Alex Lifeson. Don't get me wrong, this guy is good, a superb technician. But the *feeling* just isn't there for me, so subs bench it is, with Steve Rothery of Marillion getting the number 9 shirt. "Permanent Waves" should be an essential part of any rock music collection. If you've never given Rush a chance, or never ...

TallTone 06.09.2001 · Read full review
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Review of Permanent Waves [Remastered] - Rush