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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.

Why this album works

'Rush in Rio' debuted at number 24 on the Billboard 200, demonstrating the band's commercial resilience. The album not only received positive critical reception but also solidified Rush's status as one of the premier progressive rock bands, influencing subsequent generations of musicians and fans.
Best for
dynamic peaks of live energy patient builds with intricate details celebratory crowd interaction moments
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.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Tom Sawyer Standout 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 Standout 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 Standout 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

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