Artist: Rush
Title: 2112 - Deluxe Editions (Mercury)
You might be interested if you like: ASIA, Nektar, Yes, Rush's "Moving Pictures"
Tell me more: When it was announced in December 2012 that Rush will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in April 2013, it was long-overdue validation that the Canadian rock trio is one of the most original and innovative bands of all time. Indeed, 2012 saw a surge of renewed interest in singer-bassist Geddy Lee, guitarist Alex Lifeson and drummer Neil Peart, with several deluxe remastered and expanded editions of the 1976 breakthrough album "2112" arriving on Dec. 18. From tender acoustic guitar-anchored passages to blistering heavy metal and jaw-dropping progressive rock virtuoso chops, the far-flung soundscape displayed across "2112" comes in support of an intelligent concept album where the "Priests of the Temples of Syrinx" control every part of a futuristic world where the residents have lost their freedoms. "2112: Deluxe Editons" comes in several editions, including a CD + DVD version, a CD + Blu-Ray version, and a super deluxe edition featuring CD and Blu-ray discs contained in a hardbound case with a 40-page comic book and a 24-page book with expanded artwork, liner notes, lyrics and unreleased photos. Of special note are the three previously unreleased bonus tracks on the CD.
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Artist: Rush
Title: Clockwork Angels (Roadrunner Records)
You might be interested if you like: Nektar, Rush's "2112," "Snakes and Arrows" and "Moving Pictures"
Tell me more: Those rushing out to pick up the aforementioned "2012" should add the band's most recent studio album "Clockwork Angels" to their cart. Released in June 2012, the ambitious "Clockwork Angels" shares much in common with "2112." Both concept albums that would make the late Ray Bradbury proud, the compelling tale chronicled via "Clockwork Angels" focuses on a young man's quest to follow his dreams. Highlights on this dozen-song masterwork include the melodic hard rocker "The Anarchist," fiery "Headlong Flight," infectious "The Wreckers" and lush "The Garden."
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Artist: Muse
Title: The 2nd Law (Warner Bros. Records)
You might be interested if you like: Queen, Keane, Arcade Fire
Tell me more: Few modern rock bands can get away with pleasing the masses and discerning listeners with the over-the-top bombast that legendary quartet Queen turned into high art in the 1970s and '80s. But contemporary British band Muse has likewise masterfully continued to reign supreme in that corner of the musical universe. The band's previous album "The Resistance" (2009) turned the trio into superstars and now the group's equally-strong follow-up album "The 2nd Law" delivers sonic fury with equal delight. Gigantic operatic choruses, blazing guitar leads, pounding drums and all fans of the band have come to love are here in spades. However, what is new this time around is that there is a noticeably stronger emotional element in the music, with "Follow Me" recalling the artistic reach of U2's "Where the Streets Have No Name" and the bass-heavy "Panic Station" coming off as a perfect fusion of Robert Palmer-era Power Station and vintage Duran Duran.
For sheer big time thrills, "Survival" mixes up every arena rock device known. Fans can't wait to get to see Muse perform these songs live.
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Get 2nd Law (Limited Edition CD/DVD) here
Robert Kinsler 2013
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