Clockwork Angels was a fitting end to their recording career. After beginning their first decade with a slew of concept albums, they turned toward shorter tunes that still showcased their musicianship but with tighter arrangements. And after doing so for 30 years, they finished with a concept album of shorter, well- arranged songs. The perfect match of classic and modern Rush. I feel Clockwork Angels is at least in the top 3 of any of their albums. Their experience as songwriters and experiences as men made this record the gem it is. They truly went out on top.
There will never be anyone as talented as these three guys. Neil was one of a kind when it came to song writing. These are songs that can bring out emotions you never knew you even had. He will be sorely missed forever. The professor indeed!
No one could do it so concisely as Rush. Close to the Edge is really built up well though, probably the best build up and release in anything humans have recorded.
In the bridge part of the song, the drums are so powerful and the guitar is is like just drowning me in a dream! The bass runs thru my veins! lol it's so awesome what they do with their music
I was at this show & it was awesome!! I’ve never been to a “bad” Rush concert. These guys gave 150% the minute they hit the stage. From 1974 til their last show on Aug. 1, 2015 they gave it all to us, the fans & that is why our allegiance to Al, Ged & Neil will never waiver!!
Alex’s guitar always leave you wanting more of it. He is a true band player who plays for the song and not just to show off. The songs usually end slowly when his lead truly begin leaving you thinking “ please just 1 more minute”
probably one of the best songs off this album you can tell there is a different feel on this song and in pre production Alex/geddy switched instruments writing this tune but went back to principle instrument for recording. Great story and song
I'm really missing these guys. I grew up on them. They were the soundtrack at all different times in my life since age 13. I can't believe Neil is gone. I also cannot believe that their last album was one of their best, imo. They nailed it. They took decades of sauce and evely distributed it on top of that bisquit. Shit is GOOD, b!
"MEMORY CAN BE TOO MUCH TO CARRY , STRIKING DOWN LIKE A BOLT FROM THE BLUE" : so true, Neil ... ! we'll all already miss you RUSH, but we'll keep on rocking ... . by the way, the CLOCKWORK ANGELS TOUR was great, just to make a huge understatement concerning RUSHs live-performances . [a kind of self-evident "thing" 'cause words are very rarely adequate to describe PURE ART ].
I love this song, as an interlude in the Clockwork Angels album. So sad we will never seem them live again. Glad we have so much video footage of their last tours.
I have always been fascinated by the Rush sound. It is big, and orchestral in scope, but there are only three members and usually three instruments, plus voice. Fantastic.
It was so awesome live too! Like the rainstorm came off the screen and filled the stage...Just epic! Seen Rush many times, C.A. tour was possibly the best one...
This is the only RUSH tour I missed in Dallas since 1986 Power Windows(before or after). Oldest son had his Swim Banquet that day where he was elected Captain. Had to be there, but I hope this doesn't sound bad it was a hard decision. (PS my oldest is named Neil)
It's only been recently that I have been able to watch these live videos. It just makes me so sad. But the music and skill is so brilliant in these three.
The middle of this song is one of rush most amazing, it’s haunting, builds up and explodes back to the chorus so beautifully and the pulsating drums broken into the chorus with that amazing drum fill… seriously one of their most wonderfully crafted songs! You can tell they had an amazing day writing that song 😢
Neil warned me about this ? :-) And you can't be truly into RUSH unless you felt like the musicians in the back ground putting all their heart into it :-)
Love the legendary and immortal Rush sound, Geddy’s soulful lyrics make it even more amazing, as do the obligato strings added to the orchestration. Mega Neato! And rocking guitar. Forever Rush!
I was supposed to see them with my daughter but my exwfe decided to cancel those plans by deciding she wanted a divorce which sunk me financially and thus I couldn’t go to their concert. Hard to believe Neil had cancer and Alex arthritis in his hands and they still went out show after show according to a Geddy Lee interview and gave it their best every night. True professionals dedicated to their art. At least through RU-vid I can see some of the concert footage.
