Today is 2112 day

[Murph]

For those who know and care, today is 2112 day in European usage. For USians it is 12-21, but I prefer 2112, now to break out the Rush album.

[Steelsun]

We are the Priests of the Temple of Syrinx.......

[AndrewCCM]

Oh man.. Rush.. my absolute fav band of all time. :)

[Daniel Bates]

Now THAT's what I call a drumset.

[Nocturnus]

I made you an all Rush mix-tape.

[AndrewCCM]

Put it on vinyl... it'll sound better!

[AndrewCCM]

For all you Rush/Animation fans...

Animated YYZ

[Spec A!]

You guys know they are back in the Studio right?
R O C K! They are my all time fav next to The Police. :D

[AndrewCCM]

Originally Posted by Spec A!

You guys know they are back in the Studio right?
R O C K! They are my all time fav next to The Police. :D

So I have read... This is one of very few bands that I make a priority to go see when they are in town.. Every tour since Grace Under Pressure. I sure hope they stay at it!

I did see The Who with The Pretenders the other day at the AAC...Very cool show...I could have sworn when I saw them in 1990 with Stevie Ray V... that it was their "farewell tour".... LOL

[Murph]

overture
Words and music by geddy lee, alex lifeson, and neil peart

And the meek shall inherit the earth.

Ii. the temples of syrinx
Words by neil peart, music by geddy lee and alex lifeson

... the massive grey walls of the temples rise from the
Heart of every federation city. I have always been awed
By them, to think that every single facet of every life is
Regulated and directed from within! our books, our music,
Our work and play are all looked after by the benevolent
Wisdom of the priests...

Weve taken care of everything
The words you hear the songs you sing
The pictures that give pleasure to your eyes
Its one for all and all for one
We work together common sons
Never need to wonder how or why

We are the priests of the temples of syrinx
Our great computers fill the hallowed halls
We are the priests of the temples of syrinx
All the gifts of life are held within our walls

Look around this world we made
Equality our stock in trade
Come and join the brotherhood of man
Oh what a nice contented world
Let the banners be unfurled
Hold the red star proudly high in hand

We are the priests of the temples of syrinx
Our great computers fill the hallowed halls.
We are the priests of the temples of syrinx
All the gifts of life are held within our walls.

Iii. discovery
Words by neil peart, music by alex lifeson

... behind my beloved waterfall, in the little room that was
Hidden beneath the cave, I found it. I brushed away the
Dust of the years, and picked it up, holding it reverently in
My hands. I had no idea what it might be, but it was
Beautiful ...
... I learned to lay my fingers across the wires, and to turn
The keys to make them sound differently. as I struck the
Wires with my other hand, I produced my first harmonious
Sounds, and soon my own music! how different it could
Be from the music of the temples! I cant wait to tell the
Priests about it! ...

What can this strange device be?
When I touch it, it gives forth a sound
Its got wires that vibrate and give music
What can this thing be that I found?

See how it sings like a sad heart
And joyously screams out its pain
Sounds that build high like a mountain
Or notes that fall gently like rain

I cant wait to share this new wonder
The people will all see its light
Let them all make their own music
The priests praise my name on this night

Iv. presentation
Words by neil peart, music by alex lifeson

... in the sudden silence as I finished playing, I looked up
To a circle of grim, expressionless faces. father brown
Rose to his feet, and his somnolent voice echoed
Throughout the silent temple hall. ...
... instead of the grateful joy that I expected, they were
Words of quiet rejection! instead of praise, sullen
Dismissal. I watched in shock and horror as father brown
Ground my precious instrument to splinters beneath his
Feet...

I know its most unusual
To come before you so
But Ive found an ancient miracle
I thought that you should know

Listen to my music
And hear what it can do
Theres something here as strong as life
I know that it will reach you

Yes, we know its nothing new
Its just a waste of time
We have no need for ancient ways
The world is doing fine

Another toy will help destroy
The elder race of man
Forget about your silly whim
It doesnt fit the plan

I cant believe youre saying
These things just cant be true
Our world could use this beauty
Just think what we might do

Listen to my music
And hear what it can do
Theres something here as strong as life
I know that it will reach you

Dont annoy us further
We have our work to do
Just think about the average
What use have they for you?

Another toy will help destroy
The elder race of man
Forget about your silly whim
It doesnt fit the plan

V. oracle: the dream
Words by neil peart, music by geddy lee and alex lifeson

... I guess it was a dream, but even now it all seems so
Vivid to me. clearly yet I see the beckoning hand of the
Oracle as he stood at the summit of the staircase ...
... I see still the incredible beauty of the sculptured cities
And the pure spirit of man revealed in the lives and works
Of this world. I was overwhelmed by both wonder and
Understanding as I saw a completely different way to life,
A way that had been crushed by the federation long ago. i
Saw now how meaningless life had become with the loss
Of all these things ...

I wandered home though silent streets
And fell into a fitful sleep
Escape to realms beyond the night
Dream cant you show me the light?

I stand atop a spiral stair
An oracle confronts me there
He leads me on light years away
Through astral nights, galactic days

I see the works of gifted hands
That grace this strange and wondrous land
I see the hand of man arise
With hungry mind and open eyes

They left the planets long ago
The elder race still learn and grow
Their power grows with purpose strong
To claim the home where they belong
Home, to tear the temples down...
Home, to change..

Vi. soliloquy
Words by neil peart, music by geddy lee and alex lifeson

... I have not left this cave for days now, it has become
My last refuge in my total despair. I have only the music of
The waterfall to comfort me now. I can no longer live
Under the control of the federation, but there is no other
Place to go. my last hope is that with my death I may pass
Into the world of my dream, and know peace at last.

The sleep is still in my eyes
The dream is still in my head
I heave a sigh and sadly smile
And lie a while in bed
I wish that it might come to pass
Not fade like all my dreams

Just think of what my life might be
In a world like I have seen
I dont think I can carry on
Carry on this cold and empty life
Oh...noo!

My spirits are low in the depths of despair
My lifeblood spills over..

Vii. grand finale
Music by geddy lee, alex lifeson, and neil peart

Attention all planets of the solar federation
Attention all planets of the solar federation
Attention all planets of the solar federation
We have assumed control.
We have assumed control.
We have assumed control.

[Spec A!]

I've only seem em 5 times. I'm pysched- my neighbor whose way into them as well (we're both drummers, go figure) that they play the Mitchell Pavilion when in Houston- can't wait till the summer! You just know they're gonna tour!!!

[AndrewCCM]

I'd like to see Dream Theater one day.. I have heard a few bootleg covers of Rush tunes they do live... Another very technically advanced rock band.

[Spec A!]

I was messing with this new memo recorder we got for 5th gen iPods, decided to see how it does recording live instruments. So I played along to a few RUSH songs- it did awesome. One of the guys that I work with is gonna record himself on bass and guitar over it- I'll have to post a link when it's all done, see what you guys think! :)

We're also going to do an in store event showing how easy it is to record your "garage band" in garageband on a Mac in Janurary. If any of you are interested you should come on out!

[srwatters]

Raise your hand if you saw them on the 'All the Worlds a Stage' tour performing the full 2112 suite. I saw the show in Stockton, CA at the Civic Auditorium that couldn't have seated more than 5K. My ears rang for three days after that one.

[AndrewCCM]

Originally Posted by srwatters

Raise your hand if you saw them on the 'All the Worlds a Stage' tour performing the full 2112 suite. I saw the show in Stockton, CA at the Civic Auditorium that couldn't have seated more than 5K. My ears rang for three days after that one.

No.. I was about 8 then.. LOL

But they did play the entire 2112 at one of the recent tours.. I can't recall which..may have been the R30 tour.

Scott - You are my new hero now. :)