Vapor Trails

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Product Description ------------------- Rush has been among the world's most popular rock bands for more than a quarter century. Now, after a five year absence from the studio, Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and Neil Peart are back with VAPOR TRAILS, their first new album of the 21st Century. The visionary new collection - produced by Rush with engineer Paul Northfield (Marilyn Manson, Hole) - sees the legendary trio redefining their intensely individualistic music, blending their famously complex dynamics with driving radio-ready melodic hooks and a passionate, personal lyric approach. .com ---- The songs on Vapor Trails may not be as instant or accessible as those on their previous albums, but the Canadian trio is definitely playing harder and bolder than they have in years. Layers of guitars have replaced most of the keyboards, setting Alex Lifeson free to explore new territories and textures. Geddy Lee is also given more playing space, such as on "Peaceable Kingdom," where his bass parts take the role of rhythm guitar. The arrangements are intricate and interesting throughout, yet never overwhelming. "Secret Touch" twists and builds from melody to a monsterous jam, while Neil Peart's awe-inspiring drums give extra power and dynamics to the album's heavier numbers, such as "Nocturne" and the bombastic lead cut, "One Little Victory." Lee's vocals and harmonies add great depth to "Earthshine," while the airy "How It Is" soothes with nice open chords and jangling guitars. Rush has taken one step forward while keeping one foot back in a rawer sound, all the while continuing to evolve musically. --Gail Flug