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Review 1 for Rush

5 / 5

The New Music Rocked!!!

Honda Center @

- Anaheim @

, CA @

- Sat, Nov 17, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When the band played "Wish Them Well and segued right into "The Garden", one of my favorite songs on the new CD. Stunning playing and visuals!! @

Opening act(s): None was needed!! @

Posted 11/19/2012

by RevCoexist

Location:Orange County, Ca.

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As I exited honda Center on Saturday night after Rush' amazing concert, I over-heard some "fans" talking loudly about the fact that the band chose not to do a "greatest hits" show, and instead gave us the whole new "Clockwork Angels" album, along with a generous portion of "hits."

Well, at least for me, it was the new material that the band tore into with fire and passion, that really rocked on Saturday night, and the old stuff sounded , well, old and tired. Playing with a group of string players, Rush brought the Clockwork Angels album to life and it sounded even better live than on the CD. The playing was stunning and the visuals were among the best that the band have ever put together.

My hat is off to Rush for following their creative muse and bringing new music to their real fans, who appreciated the strength and beauty of the new material. All in all, a truly powerful show!!

Honda Center @

- Anaheim @

, CA @

- Sat, Nov 17, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When the band played "Wish Them Well and segued right into "The Garden", one of my favorite songs on the new CD. Stunning playing and visuals!! @

Opening act(s): None was needed!! @

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Review 2 for Rush

4 / 5

Rush still gets it done

Barclays Center @

- Brooklyn @

, NY @

- Mon, Oct 22, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Alex Lifeson dancing a jig when his guitar malfunctioned during the encore. What a ham @

Opening act(s): None- the evening with format gives concert goers maximum bang for the buck @

Posted 10/24/2012

by Benagata

Location:New York

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This is my 7th Rush since the Test 4 Echo tour, so I have seen the band's progression over the past decade. The live show has seen some refinement over that time. Whether it is the pyro, the elaborate pre recorded videos, and now the string section, the additions have been welcome and not distracting. You can find the set list online, but it is mainly a mix of 80's nostalgia and the new record. In fact out of the 24 or so songs, only 3 songs were from the past 20 years (that wasn't new material). Considering their last few tours were heavier on the modern rush catalog, this was a nice change of pace. It is great to hear tunes like Territories and Manhattan Project, from Power Windows. Show of Hands was the live concert video that got me into the band in the first place, so this was a nice piece of nostalgia, as it probably was for the older set when they played all of 2112 during the t4e tour or all of moving pictures on the time machine tour. The new material is really melodic and fits well into the catalog, yet still breaks new ground. I've enjoyed the past 3 studio albums, but the new record is the first real important musical work since the hard edged Counterparts album from 1993. If the band retires from major touring after this record, it will be on an extreme high note. Their level of showmanship, stamina, and musicianship has not wavered in 15 years. I only give the show 4 stars because the Barclay's Center is such a terrible music venue. Horrible acoustics, bad sightlines, and badly designed seating. Avoid this venue at all costs. If you can, wait until the band plays Ampitheatres in the summer. I've seen shows at Jones Beach, Holmdel, nj, and west palm beach, and they have all been superior to Rush's take on arena rock

Barclays Center @

- Brooklyn @

, NY @

- Mon, Oct 22, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Alex Lifeson dancing a jig when his guitar malfunctioned during the encore. What a ham @

Opening act(s): None- the evening with format gives concert goers maximum bang for the buck @

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Review 3 for Rush

5 / 5

Rush - Awesome as usual

Webster Bank Arena @

- Bridgeport @

, CT @

- Wed, Oct 10, 2012 @

Opening act(s): none @

Posted 10/12/2012

by DaveandCori

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Rush once again put on an incredible performance. Sound, lighting, musicianship all combined to provide an awesome experience. There was one technical problem at one point, but they just worked around it.

They played two sets of just over an hour each and an encore.

This was my 25th time seeing them live and they never disappoint.

Webster Bank Arena @

- Bridgeport @

, CT @

- Wed, Oct 10, 2012 @

Opening act(s): none @

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Review 4 for Rush

5 / 5

There is only one RUSH!!

Scottrade Center @

- St Louis @

, MO @

- Sat, Sep 22, 2012 @

Favorite moment: 2112 for encore. @

Opening act(s): none. @

Posted 09/24/2012

by GuidoRunner

Location:Kansas City

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I have been enjoying RUSH since 1976 and have seen them multiple times live. They have no warm-up band and play for 3hours with one intermission. They are great musicians and professional entertainers. Their music is very serious but they don't take themselves too seriously as evidenced by the videos before, during, and after their performance. Best live act I have ever seen. They are a must see for progressive heavy metal/hard rock fans.

Scottrade Center @

- St Louis @

, MO @

- Sat, Sep 22, 2012 @

Favorite moment: 2112 for encore. @

Opening act(s): none. @

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Review 5 for Rush

5 / 5

Rush puts on Another Incredble Show

The Palace of Auburn Hills @

- Auburn Hills @

, MI @

- Tue, Sep 18, 2012 @

Favorite moment: "The Analog Kid" and "Territories, the String Ensemble on "The Garden" and "The Anarchist" @

Opening act(s): none @

Posted 09/20/2012

by MyFirstRushShowWasIn1984

Location:Dexter, MI

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Rush put on a spectacular show at the Palace of Auburn Hills. The total show ran to 3 hours long, broken into two sets and a three-song encore. The first set opened with “Subdivisions”, and focused on material from the 1980s (including a whopping 4 songs from Power Windows). A few special treats - "The Analog Kid" and "Territories" are personal favorites of mine that I can't recall seeing live before. After a short break, Rush was joined by the "Clockwork Angels String Ensemble” for many of the songs from their new album. The strings were fantastic, adding layers of nuance to the music. Disappointments were few. No songs from Farewell to Kings, Hemispheres, or Permanent Waves. Also nothing from Counterparts, Test For Echo, or Vapor Trails. I would gladly trade Red Sector A, The Pass, and a few songs from Power Windows for some songs from these unrepresented albums. Also, the acoustics in the Palace were pretty bad. Rush’s music sounded cleaner/clearer/less distorted at the outdoor venues where I’ve seen them on recent tours.

The Palace of Auburn Hills @

- Auburn Hills @

, MI @

- Tue, Sep 18, 2012 @

Favorite moment: "The Analog Kid" and "Territories, the String Ensemble on "The Garden" and "The Anarchist" @

Opening act(s): none @

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Review 6 for Rush

4 / 5

Different and enjoyable!!

United Center @

- Chicago @

, IL @

- Sat, Sep 15, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Performances of Subdivisions and The Spirit of Radio @

Opening act(s): None. @

Posted 09/17/2012

by startrek22q

Location:Chicago

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This Rush show was different than the last five tours. This difference is something that likely disappointed a lot of attendees, but my wife and I still enjoyed it. Rush is my favorite band. There was a heavy concentration of music from the middle of their career. Most of the new album was played. There was also a special surprise that has never been seen at a Rush concert before. Many of the usual hits were not played at this show, but Rush fans who are respectful of the band's choices should still have a fantastic time. It was not my favorite Rush tour concert ever, but it was still great.

United Center @

- Chicago @

, IL @

- Sat, Sep 15, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Performances of Subdivisions and The Spirit of Radio @

Opening act(s): None. @

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Review 7 for Rush

4 / 5

Excellent show- Geddy Lee absolutely ROCKED

CONSOL Energy Center @

- Pittsburgh @

, PA @

- Tue, Sep 11, 2012 @

Posted 09/13/2012

by Fleetwoodwind

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Awesome show. Great mix of new & old tunes. For three guys, they can sure bring down the house. Highly recommend, it was a great time.

CONSOL Energy Center @

- Pittsburgh @

, PA @

- Tue, Sep 11, 2012 @

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Review 8 for Rush

5 / 5

An evening with RUSH

Verizon Wireless Arena - Manchester @

- Manchester @

, NH @

- Fri, Sep 7, 2012 @

Favorite moment: The Garden @

Setlist: See Face Book @

Opening act(s): None @

Posted 09/10/2012

by Oldfatmaningrannyglasses

Location:Royal Boston

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The band meant it when they said this was a brand new show. Songs that I've not heard in years. Less props on the stage. Less theatrics, more focus on the music and the new CD. Having extra musicians on stage was a real treat during the first part of the second set whee they played a large chunk of Clockwork Angels. Although these musicians remained on stage for several more older songs, I really couldn't here them much. Rush isn't called a power trio for nothing. Geddy's voice is still as powerful as ever though he does sing in a lower register these days. The response to the new material from the crowd was amazing, I've never seen new music from a veteran band so eagerly anticipated before, it was a rare treat. Don't expect to hear The Trees, Closer to the Heart, or Limelight. Look forward to Red Sector A, Big Money, Manhattan Project and some more rock'en 80's Rush. Yes, they do TS and SOTR as encore's. They played a solid 2 1/2 hours with one break in between.

Verizon Wireless Arena - Manchester @

- Manchester @

, NH @

- Fri, Sep 7, 2012 @

Favorite moment: The Garden @

Setlist: See Face Book @

Opening act(s): None @

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Review 9 for Rush

5 / 5

Rush - Time Machine

The Palace of Auburn Hills @

- Auburn Hills @

, MI @

- Sun, Apr 17, 2011 @

Favorite moment: The whole show is a favorite moment. You don't leave a Rush show where the entire performance hasn't made an indelible impression. @

Opening act(s): Rush needs no opening act. @

Posted 07/07/2011

by WingNut31

Location:Flint, Michigan

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It really isn't amazing anymore. I used to think Rush couldn't possibly outdo themselves tour after tour. But after seeing them for the eleventh time on the Time Machine tour, it has become obvious that Neil, Alex and Geddy have an endless supply of creativity. Yes, they have an incredible catalog of material to pull from. So it is not too farfetched to believe they could promote a new CD entitled "Time Machine", and expect that they would perform many of their classics from a 40 year career. But when the realization hits you, that they are touring to promote a new CD that hasn't even been recorded yet, then you realize, Rush could tour from now on without any new material, and still draw tens of thousands of fans to their shows. Like probably most Rush fans, I never tire of hearing the classics from Rush, even dating back to their debut hit, "Working Man", and progressing to the more current tracks destined to become classic Rush tunes, such as "Far Cry" from their last record.

When Rush started touring without an opening band in '97 on their "Test For Echo" tour, fans were given possibly the best live stage show ever produced. Nearly three hours, with a short intermission. This has become the norm from Rush now. But this tour, the return to the stage had quite a different anticipation from previous tours. During the break, a counter was projected on the huge screen behind the band. The numbers began at "1973" and slowly progressed, until reaching "1980". At which time, the alarm bells went off, and the band resumed the show to perform "Moving Pictures" in it's entirety.

They guys may be older. But I am still amazed every time I see them how they are able to maintain incredible concentration on the music. Performing up to 30 of their compositions, as difficult as they are, night after night, is an achievement that boggles the mind. Even if they did write all of the material, it still requires an incredible amount of focus to perform so flawlessly, every time.

The music aside, Rush gives fans the complete sensual experience with an amazing light show that dazzles the mind. Every tour is different, but I'm always blown away but what they are able to achieve with lights and video. I found myself watching the light show just as much as the band. And the placement of on stage cameras now gives every fan not just the best seat in the house, but a seat right on the stage. One such view during Neil's solo, looked straight down on him while he performed his magic, giving you the feeling of standing right over his drum kit.

The fans. Rush's fans are like no other. Everyone has their story of what album they started following the band. Every new release, added more and more fans. The ages of fans begins in the 60's, and includes even teenagers, who started liking the band just a few years ago on their "Snakes And Arrows" release. It's refreshing to see the vast range of ages at a rock concert. You won't see that for ANY other performer's show. ANY.

Time doesn't seem to have any effect on Rush. Weather it's their music, some produced almost 40 years ago. Or their fans, some which have followed the band for nearly 40 years. As their music catalog continues to grow, their fan base does accordingly. And their stage show evolves with each new tour, becoming advanced in technology. Just as their music continues to give us more great sounding material. Even when it hasn't yet been recorded for all to hear.

The Palace of Auburn Hills @

- Auburn Hills @

, MI @

- Sun, Apr 17, 2011 @

Favorite moment: The whole show is a favorite moment. You don't leave a Rush show where the entire performance hasn't made an indelible impression. @

Opening act(s): Rush needs no opening act. @

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Review 10 for Rush

5 / 5

Time Machine Tour 2010 Seatle Washington

White River Amphitheatre @

- Auburn @

, WA @

- Sat, Aug 7, 2010 @

Favorite moment: The playing ot the entire Moving Pictures album in the correct song order. What a treat for a lifetime Rush fan. @

Opening act(s): None Thank goodness!! @

Posted 08/09/2010

by Rash2112

Location:Portland

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Right off the top, I will inform anyone who reads this review that I am a lifetime Rush fan and I think there is only one band that is better than Rush and that would be the Beatles. So my opinions are and will always be quite biased. Seeing the "3 boys from Toronto" is always a treat and I think that they get better with age like a fine wine. Geddy's voice is the best it has ever been right now and to those who still think his voice is high and whiny; you have not treated yourself to a Rush concert in the last few years. Neil is of course still the most phenomenal drummer the world has ever known. He is also one of this worlds most gifted poets of our age and I think that he should consider releasing a book of poetry. And Alex is the most under-rated guitarists there ever was and contrary to what people thing, ALEX STILL JAMS WITH THE BEST OF BEST. Now to my review: The show started with Spirit of Radio, no surprise here. After that they ripped through several great renditions from their vast array of tracks from over 30 years of great rock and roll. When they played their two new songs BU2B and Caravan I was once again incredibly excited about their forthcoming new album Clockwork Angels. Workin' Them Angels was beautiful and it is this song where Geddy's voice is beautiful as I stated earlier. They also did one of their lesser known instrumentals, Leave That Thing Alone which was great. And finally the playing of the entire Moving Pictures album was a monster treat for this life time Rush fan. YYZ was spectacular and Witch Hunt was great as this song is one of my favorite Rush tunes. All and all the show was great and as always I have absolutely no complaints with the holy triumvirate of Rock n' Roll.

White River Amphitheatre @

- Auburn @

, WA @

- Sat, Aug 7, 2010 @

Favorite moment: The playing ot the entire Moving Pictures album in the correct song order. What a treat for a lifetime Rush fan. @

Opening act(s): None Thank goodness!! @

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Review 11 for Rush

3 / 5

WHY?????

PNC Arena @

- Raleigh @

Posted 06/18/2013

by Anonymous

Location:North Carolina

I was disappointed that Gety Lee referred to thier old music as hilarious. What on earth was he thinking? The old tunes are what made them famous and put them in the Hall Of Fame!
They played far too many new songs which were hard to understand the words to. When they began playing thier older tunes the whole atmosphere changed and the crowd came to life!!!

PNC Arena @

- Raleigh @

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Review 12 for Rush

5 / 5

Rush delivered again!

1st Mariner Arena @

- Baltimore @

, MD @

- Tue, May 7, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Too many to list. @

Opening act(s): It's an evening with Rush, there is no opening act! 2hrs and almost 50 minutes of great music. @

Posted 06/03/2013

by mfews

Location:Baltimore

We saw them in Philly for the 1st leg of the tour. This was a slightly different set list but, wow!
Hearing Analog kid and The Manhattan Project was awesome! Any Rush fan should enjoy either set. New fans of Clockwork album will love the 2nd Act of the show. Don't miss them, it's not worth the risk!

1st Mariner Arena @

- Baltimore @

, MD @

- Tue, May 7, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Too many to list. @

Opening act(s): It's an evening with Rush, there is no opening act! 2hrs and almost 50 minutes of great music. @

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Review 13 for Rush

4 / 5

Rush was way better then I expected

Trump Taj Mahal - Mark G. Etess Arena @

- Atlantic City @

, NJ @

- Sat, May 11, 2013 @

Favorite moment: All was great @

Setlist: Perfect but more down with older stufF but all in all loved it @

Opening act(s): Sucked there was none @

Posted 05/31/2013

by Bertollo

Location:Wilmington Delaware

The venue was awesome sight lines were great sound was good not much to complain about so I must of had a awesome time yay me

Trump Taj Mahal - Mark G. Etess Arena @

- Atlantic City @

, NJ @

- Sat, May 11, 2013 @

Favorite moment: All was great @

Setlist: Perfect but more down with older stufF but all in all loved it @

Opening act(s): Sucked there was none @

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Review 14 for Rush

5 / 5

Trump Taj Mahal - Mark G. Etess Arena @

- Atlantic City @

, NJ @

- Sat, May 11, 2013 @

Favorite moment: the whole show @

Posted 05/30/2013

by raresteak13

Location:New York

Was a awesome show in a great arena to see the worlds greatest band!!!

Trump Taj Mahal - Mark G. Etess Arena @

- Atlantic City @

, NJ @

- Sat, May 11, 2013 @

Favorite moment: the whole show @

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Review 15 for Rush

5 / 5

rush is my lord

Trump Taj Mahal - Mark G. Etess Arena @

- Atlantic City @

, NJ @

- Sat, May 11, 2013 @

Favorite moment: the whole show @

Setlist: lots of songs @

Opening act(s): silence @

Posted 05/28/2013

by rushfannut

Location:philly

I pray to rush daily. They make life worth living. Life with rush equals good. Life without rush equals bad.

Trump Taj Mahal - Mark G. Etess Arena @

- Atlantic City @

, NJ @

- Sat, May 11, 2013 @

Favorite moment: the whole show @

Setlist: lots of songs @

Opening act(s): silence @

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Review 16 for Rush

5 / 5

Rush; Clockwork Angels tour 12/13

Trump Taj Mahal - Mark G. Etess Arena @

- Atlantic City @

, NJ @

- Sat, May 11, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Manhatten Project for the first time since 1987. @

Posted 05/28/2013

by Concertfiend1

Location:A.C. NJ.

Everything these guys do is excellent. This tour didn't have the greatest set list for one seeing them the 43rd time. When a Rush fan listens to a new release 6-8 times, they love the music; this tour wasn't like that so with 9 new songs in a row in the second set, this was the first tour since Grace Under Pressure i've seen less then 3 shows. The unique set of 80's classics was very special. It wasn't a greatest hits show but it was a great show!

Trump Taj Mahal - Mark G. Etess Arena @

- Atlantic City @

, NJ @

- Sat, May 11, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Manhatten Project for the first time since 1987. @

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Review 17 for Rush

5 / 5

Rush was amazing!!!

Amway Center @

- Orlando @

, FL @

- Sun, Apr 28, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Loved the string section they were into all the songs!!! @

Opening act(s): No opening act ALL RUSH!!!!!! @

Posted 05/25/2013

by flfitz

Location:Daytona Beach, FL

Top 1000 Contributor

This was the first time we had seen Rush and they were absolutely amazing!!! What a great show!!! Three hours with one 15 minute break and they p,aged music from the new CD Clockwork Angels as well as the favorite Rush songs everyone wants to hear!!! We waited along time to see Rush and it was worth the wait!!! A must see show!!!!

Amway Center @

- Orlando @

, FL @

- Sun, Apr 28, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Loved the string section they were into all the songs!!! @

Opening act(s): No opening act ALL RUSH!!!!!! @

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Review 18 for Rush

4 / 5

Rush in A.C.

Trump Taj Mahal - Mark G. Etess Arena @

- Atlantic City @

, NJ @

- Sat, May 11, 2013 @

Opening act(s): none @

Posted 05/24/2013

by GeezersButler

Location:NJ

The show was great but the stage was so small that you could not see the big screen behind the band.

Trump Taj Mahal - Mark G. Etess Arena @

- Atlantic City @

, NJ @

- Sat, May 11, 2013 @

Opening act(s): none @

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Review 19 for Rush

5 / 5

Awesome Show

Farm Bureau Live at Virginia Beach @

- Virginia Beach @

, VA @

- Sun, May 5, 2013 @

Posted 05/23/2013

by 1LongTimeRushFan2112

The Canadians brought the cooler weather with them!

They rocked the joint as always. Great to hear Rush for 3 hours.

Farm Bureau Live at Virginia Beach @

- Virginia Beach @

, VA @

- Sun, May 5, 2013 @

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Review 20 for Rush

4 / 5

Another great show!

BB&T Center @

- Sunrise @

, FL @

- 04/26/2013 @

Favorite moment: Spirit Of Radio @

Opening act(s): none @

Posted 05/17/2013

by Wingsmith

This was not the typical Rush show that I expected. They played the entire new album in between the old standards. Although I'm unfamiliar with the new album, I enjoyed hearing it live. Neal Peart's drum solo never disappoints, although he did change it up a little. The video before, during and after the show was very funny and clever. Another plus was the accompanying musicians for the new album and the pyrotechnics! The band and Geddy Lee's voice sound just as great now as they were in their heyday!

BB&T Center @

- Sunrise @

, FL @

- 04/26/2013 @

Favorite moment: Spirit Of Radio @

Opening act(s): none @

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