Different Stages
Rush · 1998
205 min · 39 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · heavy metal
A sweeping journey through progressive rock, blending intricate musicianship with introspective lyricism and dynamic live energy.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic progression with peaks
- wave-like pacing for engagement
- immersive live energy experience
- introspective moments of reflection
- sweeping journey through sound
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, 'Different Stages' is a live album capturing Rush during their late-career resurgence. This album followed their studio effort 'Test for Echo' (1996) and showcased the band's enduring appeal as they celebrated over two decades of music. At this point, Rush had solidified their legacy as one of the most influential bands in progressive rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Yes· King Crimson· Genesis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Dreamline 5:34
- 2 Limelight 4:32
- 3 Driven 5:16
- 4 Bravado 6:23
- 5 Animate 6:28
- 6 Show Don’t Tell 5:29
- 7 The Trees 5:28
- 8 Nobody’s Hero 5:01
- 9 Closer to the Heart 5:13
- 10 2112: I. Overture 4:32
- 11 2112: II. The Temples of Syrinx 2:20
- 12 2112: III. Discovery 4:17
- 13 2112: IV. Presentation 3:40
- 14 2112: V. Oracle: The Dream 1:49
- 15 2112: VI. Soliloquy 2:07
- 16 2112: VII. Grand Finale 5:09
Disc 2
- 1 Test for Echo 6:15
- 2 Analog Kid 5:14
- 3 Freewill 5:36
- 4 Roll the Bones 5:58
- 5 Stick It Out 4:42
- 6 Resist 4:27
- 7 Leave That Thing Alone 4:46
- 8 The Rhythm Method 8:19
- 9 Natural Science 8:05
- 10 The Spirit of Radio 5:00
- 11 Tom Sawyer 5:18
- 12 YYZ 5:25
Disc 3
- 1 Bastille Day 5:07
- 2 By‐Tor & the Snow Dog 4:59
- 3 Xanadu 12:32
- 4 Farewell to Kings 5:53
- 5 Something for Nothing 4:01
- 6 Cygnus X‐1 10:23
- 7 Anthem 4:47
- 8 Working Man 4:00
- 9 Fly by Night 2:04
- 10 In the Mood 3:34
- 11 Cinderella Man 5:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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