Vapor Trails - Rush

Advantages: The finest musicians on the planet making the finest music: what more do you want?
Disadvantages: I'm sorry, I don't understand the question...

...his album: His finest moment. Vapor Trails is the 17th studio album in the band’s career and is released on the Atlantic Records label. I always find it hard to describe their sound as they are quite unique but they used to be compared with progressive rock bands like Yes and Pink Floyd in the 70s, with a bit of a Led Zep vibe but they quickly established their own sound. They used to write epic tracks lasting the entire side of an album but ...
...fleeting life is. Apart from vapor trails, which quickly fade, it refers to "footprints washed away in the rain" or "voices swept away in a hurricane". Poignant stuff and another real grower. 8. "Out Of The Cradle" "Surge of energy Spark of inspiration" One of the few songs that would actually not sound out of place on their latter albums. A very catchy chorus and the usual excellent work by Lifeson. Some of Geddy’s best bass work as well. ... Read review

Advantages: A superlative collection of subtle and complex rock songs
Disadvantages: A few weak tracks to finish the album

...a new sound? Vapor Trails is the resulting album; it is a mixture of old style Rush with a modern twist that is unexpected and refreshing. It is a Rock album that has an edge, but also a soft side that should appeal to old and new fans alike. Quite simply it is an album that signals that Rush are back and aiming to get into the Rock and Roll hall of fame. The style is perhaps different than many expected posing a different Rush to the audience – ...
...akin to albums like ‘fly-by-night’. Vapor Trails represents the next stage in their transformation as it is perhaps more like their early music than any of their recent albums. It is perhaps one of their most powerful albums and goes back to the roots of rock music while experimenting with ‘grunge’ and modern heavier rock sounds. It is a key album in the development of Rush; for me it is perhaps one of their most musically ... Read review

Advantages: One of there best work of late
Disadvantages: None

RUSH's last release, in 1996's was "Test For Echo". Since then RUSH fans have waited eagerly for their next studio album. We had a SOLO album from Geddy Lee "My favourite Headache" which had a varied collection of songs, which I still listen too quite often. Rush's forthcoming album "Vapor Trails" isn't due in stores until 14th May, but there are enough samples out there to give a taste of the recorded songs. Here is a list of the tracks according ...
...Victory" 2. "Peaceable Kingdom" 3. "Ghost Rider" 4. "Ceiling Unlimited" 5. "The Stars Look Down" 6. "How It Is" 7. "Vapor Trail" 8. "Out Of The Cradle" 9. "Earthshine" 10. "Sweet Miracle" 11. "Nocturne" 12. "Freeze (Part IV of "Fear")" 13. "Secret Touch" As far as I understand it "One Little Victory" is going to be the single from this album. This track exploded with so much force it could blow your stereo system apart. Neil Peart really ... Read review

Advantages: Rush back to their rocking best!
Disadvantages: Poor production quality

Having been a fan of Rush since the early eighties, I am always filled with anticipation of a new release from the guys. I was surprised when first listening to this cd, that there are NO keyboards, and no guitar solos! The lack of guitar solos doesn't detract from the listening pleasure though, as Alex really rocks on most of the songs. Geddy, as usual sings with gusto during the rockier songs, as well as with warmth and soul during the slower ...
...Neil Peart...okay, I'll say one word - exceptional. The only bad thing to say about this great cd, is the poor production quality. Fans worldwide have made their voices count, and now a remastered version is due to be released. All in all, a welcomed return from Rush, which long time, and new fans alike will love. ... Read review