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Released 20 years ago

Gold

Rush · 2006

155 min · 29 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · heavy metal

A sprawling collection of anthemic rock that showcases Rush's intricate musicianship and philosophical lyricism.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • anthemic sing-alongs with friends
  • philosophical reflections during listening
  • wave-like pacing for immersion
  • extended tracks for deep exploration

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking quick, standalone tracks
  • prefer instant gratification music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2006, 'Gold' is a comprehensive anthology that encapsulates Rush's evolution over three decades. This compilation arrived during a period of renewed interest in the band, following their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2013. It serves as both a retrospective of their career and a celebration of their enduring fanbase.
Stylistic neighbors
Yes· King Crimson· Genesis

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 The Spirit of Radio 4:57
  • 2 The Trees 4:43
  • 3 Freewill 5:22
  • 4 Xanadu 11:04
  • 5 Bastille Day 4:38
  • 6 By-Tor and the Snow Dog 8:37
  • 7 Anthem 4:22
  • 8 Closer to the Heart 2:52
  • 9 2112 Overture 4:32
  • 10 The Temples of Syrinx 2:13
  • 11 La Villa Strangiato 9:35
  • 12 Fly by Night 3:21
  • 13 Finding My Way 5:07
  • 14 Working Man 7:10

Disc 2

  • 1 The Big Money 5:34
  • 2 Red Barchetta 6:08
  • 3 Subdivisions 5:34
  • 4 Time Stand Still 5:09
  • 5 Mystic Rhythms 5:53
  • 6 The Analog Kid 4:47
  • 7 Distant Early Warning 4:57
  • 8 Marathon 6:09
  • 9 The Body Electric 5:00
  • 10 Mission 5:16
  • 11 Limelight 4:20
  • 12 Red Sector A 5:09
  • 13 New World Man 3:42
  • 14 Tom Sawyer 4:34
  • 15 Force Ten 4:31

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