Prog Rock

New World Man: A Tribute to Rush

New World Man: A Tribute to Rush

Posted June 28, 2010 at 2:22 pm | One comment

Having recently had a chance to preview the new documentary Rush: Beyond the Lighted Stage, I was looking forward to checking out the latest compilation record from Magna Carta Records, New World Man.

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Rush: Beyond The Lighted Stage Review

Rush: Beyond The Lighted Stage Review

Posted June 16, 2010 at 5:19 pm | 2 comments

On June 10, 2010, I attended a one-night-only theater showing of the new film/dvd documentary Rush – Beyond The Lighted Stage.

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“Backstage Secrets” On the Road with the Rock Band RUSH”

“Backstage Secrets” On the Road with the Rock Band RUSH”

Posted February 4, 2010 at 6:33 pm | No comments

This latest DVD release from Longtail Distribution promises to take the viewer “behind the scenes to get a backstage look at what it takes to present the legendary band Rush during their 2008 Snakes & Arrows Concert Tour.

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Bigelf “Cheat the Gallows” Review

Bigelf “Cheat the Gallows” Review

Posted January 12, 2010 at 5:56 pm | No comments

Cheat the Gallows is the fourth release by rock band Bigelf since their debut in 1991, though it’s their first on Linda Perry’s Custard Records. Cheat the Gallows is the answer to those music lover’s that are looking for something fresh and original, trying to escape much of modern music’s mundane monotony. How’s that for literal alliteration?

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Ian Grandy Interview: Rush’s First Roadie

Posted September 16, 2009 at 1:20 pm | 4 comments

From the early days in 1969, Ian Grandy worked with the band Rush and did what needed to be done to help keep things running smooth, until his departure in 1983. As the road crew grew, he settled into his role as front-of-house sound engineer, finally transitioning to the role of security chief shortly before leaving the organization.

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