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Rush in Rio

Rush · 2003

173 min · 31 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · heavy metal

A vibrant live showcase that captures Rush's technical prowess and intricate compositions, fueled by passionate crowd energy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic peaks of live energy
  • patient builds with intricate details
  • celebratory crowd interaction moments
  • journey through diverse soundscapes
  • immersive tracks that unfold gradually

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 21, 2003, 'Rush in Rio' is a pivotal live album during Rush's later career phase, following their 2002 studio album 'Vapor Trails'. This album marked their return to the concert scene after a lengthy hiatus and showcased the band's enduring popularity and musicianship in front of a fervent Brazilian audience.
Stylistic neighbors
Yes· King Crimson· Genesis

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Tom Sawyer 5:04
  • 2 Distant Early Warning 4:50
  • 3 New World Man 4:04
  • 4 Roll the Bones 6:15
  • 5 Earthshine 5:44
  • 6 YYZ 4:56
  • 7 The Pass 4:52
  • 8 Bravado 6:18
  • 9 The Big Money 6:03
  • 10 The Trees 5:12
  • 11 Freewill 5:48
  • 12 Closer to the Heart 3:04
  • 13 Natural Science 8:34

Disc 2

  • 1 One Little Victory 5:32
  • 2 Driven 5:22
  • 3 Ghost Rider 5:36
  • 4 Secret Touch 7:00
  • 5 Dreamline 5:10
  • 6 Red Sector A 5:16
  • 7 Leave That Thing Alone 4:59
  • 8 O baterista 8:54
  • 9 Resist 4:23
  • 10 2112 6:54

Disc 3

  • 1 Limelight 4:29
  • 2 La Villa Strangiato 10:05
  • 3 The Spirit of Radio 5:28
  • 4 By‐Tor and the Snow Dog 4:34
  • 5 Cygnus X‐1 3:12
  • 6 Working Man 5:48
  • 7 Between Sun & Moon 4:51
  • 8 Vital Signs 5:01

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata