Rush Single Review

Rush – Caravan/BU2B Single

Anthem/Atlantic, 2010

8/10

While progressive rock gods Rush released this single as a way to escape from the studio, it also reflects the growing trend of bands releasing singles and EPs on a more frequent basis than full-length albums. This is a welcome shift in the music world, and it’s heartening to see a band of Rush’s stature willing to experiment with musical formats. Although only two songs are present here, they signal a shift towards a harder-edged, more uptempo sound reminiscent of 1993’s Counterparts. “Caravan” is the better of the two tracks, and it features a memorable chorus and some cool bass work from Geddy Lee that should be finding its way onto rock radio. The second track, “BU2B”, has a slow, heavy riff upon which the verses are built around before the chorus picks up the pace. Both tracks are excellent, and they hold great promise for the next album. Rush fans should definitely download these tracks – even longtime fans will be pleased with the slight change in direction. Those longing for a return to Rush’s classic sound from the 70’s may not be convinced, but there’s a lot to look forward to if you enjoy Counterparts or Test For Echo.

Rush will be performing at the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand in St. Paul on Friday, August 27.

Rush Documentary Screening In Minneapolis

SwordLord Productions and the Riverview Theatre will present a special theatrical screening of the acclaimed Rush documentary entitled Rush: Beyond The Lighted Stage at the Riverview Theatre in Minneapolis on Thursday, June 10. Co-directed by Scot McFadyen and Sam Dunn, who also directed Metal: A Headbanger's Journey and Iron Maiden: Flight 666, the film shows an unseen side to the Canadian progressive rock band and recounts their decades-long career. McFadyen and Dunn received a $25,000 award on May 1 for Rush: Beyond The Lighted Stage being selected by attendees of the Tribeca Film Festival for the festival's 2010 Heineken Audience Award. A review of the film by Variety magazine praises Rush and the directors for a documentary that "should delight devotees and intrigue nonbelievers as it moves to theatrical play." Rush: Beyond The Lighted Stage will be shown in select theaters before its June 26 television debut on VH1 and VH1 Classic. The official movie trailer can be viewed below.

Rush: Beyond The Lighted Stage will be shown on Thursday, June 10 at the Riverview Theatre in Minneapolis, 3800 42rd Ave. S.

Rush appears on the concert stage at the Minnesota State Fair on Friday, August 27, where they will perform the Moving Pictures album in its entirety.