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Epicurus.com - Moving Pictures
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List Price: $11.98
Our Price: $8.97
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Manufacturer: Island / Mercury
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Binding: Audio CD
EAN: 0731453463127
Format: Original recording reissued
Label: Island / Mercury
Manufacturer: Island / Mercury
Number Of Discs: 1
Publisher: Island / Mercury
Release Date: 1997-06-03
Studio: Island / Mercury
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Editorial Reviews:
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With Moving Pictures, Rush's complex songwriting and musical virtuosity reached new heights. It's that rarest of creatures, a highly listenable progressive-rock album; even the all-instrumental "YYZ" is of interest to listeners besides musicians. The highlight of the album is "Limelight"; like many progressive-rock bands, Rush writes songs about the experience of being on-stage. The result is impressive, with almost orchestral arrangements that never overwhelm the actual music. "Tom Sawyer," another classic, is on this album, as well as the science-fiction-meets-road-movie "Red Barchetta," the epic "The Camera Eye," the cautionary "Witch Hunt," and "Vital Signs," which takes advantage of the budding digital sound technology available at the time the album was recorded. This is probably Rush's best album; it's definitely their most accessible. --Genevieve Williams
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Summary: Classic/Progressive Rock Masterpiece
Comment: Rush's eigth studio release from 1981 "Moving Pictures" is without question one of the greatest classic/progressive rock albums of all time, as well as the band's best and most popular album to date. I got this cd a couple years back, and it has become one of my favorite classic rock albums that I proudly own and listen to, and I've also have become a fan of Rush lately. Rush are simply one of the greatest bands not just in progressive rock, BUT in rock in general. With top-notch production courtesy of Terry Brown, "Moving Pictures" is a certain album that truly lives up to all the hype, and this album definately deserves it. Every song on here is a true classic in their own rights, from legendary mainstream radio singles "Tom Sawyer" and "Limelight", to the nearly 11 minute epic "The Camera Eye" and the futuristic "Red Barchetta", to the ominous and menacing "Witch Hunt" and the godly, addicting instrumental "YYZ", seriously I don't even recall finding one bad song on this album, they're all boss. Let's not also forget about the band's superb, stunning, and complexed musicianship which is absoultely flat out amazing in all aspects. Geddy Lee's vocals are unique, powerful, and awesome, and he's also known to be one of rock's most talented and best bassists ever. His basslines are just thick, gritty, earthshaking, and downright incredible. I really like the bass tone on here, it's just awesome. Let's not also forget that Geddy knows how to manipulate the keyboards which are also top notch, and really add to Rush's sound on here as well. Alex Lifeson is an awesome guitarist, and he is really on fire here with his solid, hard rocking riffs, and awesome, dazzling solos that shred like a sharp razor blade. Neil Peart's drumming on here is absolutely death defying, perfectly timed, and off the hook. There's certainly no doubt that Neil is and always has been regarded as one of the greatest drummers in rock, and not to mention that he's also Rush's main lyricist, and a brilliant lyricist at that too.
Now let's have a look at the songs.
The first song "Tom Sawyer" is a catchy, majestic, anthemic opener, and of course one of Rush's all time greatest songs which lyrically is a look at a free thinking, modern day warrior, and features catchy, hard crunching guitar riffs including a wickedly shredding solo by Alex, as well as some catchy keyboard parts and great basslines by Geddy, and of course some solid drumwork by Neil including a nice drum solo around 2:32. The next song "Red Barchetta" is about a young man who enjoys joy riding in his uncle's sports car in a future time where gasoline powered sports cars are banned and prohibited by the "Motor Law". This song also features great, subtle drumming by Neil along with more great guitarwork by Alex, and nice bass and vocals from Geddy. Next, we have the godly and addictingly powerful instrumental "YYZ" which is the Toronto airport code, and is highlighted by more of Neil's dominating drumwork especially with some nice crotales played at the beginning which is very cool. Geddy's bass really shines on this song with some wicked, creamy bass soloing, and not to metion that Alex also does some excellent riffage including another great solo around 2:23. This is definately one of Rush's best instrumentals and I DO mean one of their best instrumentals ever.
Up next we have track four "Limelight" which is another one of Rush's all time best songs ever, and my favorite Rush song of all time. This song lyrically deals with Neil's discomfort with fame and success. You just gotta love that opening riff from Alex, and the chorus is just excellent, and we also have another fantastic guitar solo around 2:40 mark. We continue the album with the epic prog rocker "The Camera Eye" which clocks in at almost 11 minutes. This song gives a snap shot look at the perspectives of both New York (first verse) and London (second verse). This is without question one of my favorite Rush songs, as well as one of the best songs on here, words just can't even describe how amazing this song is. The synth riffs are absolutely fantastic, the guitarwork is excellent especially the solo around 9:21, and Neil's drumming once again dominates throughout. Up next we have the ominous and menacing "Witch Hunt" which is another classic song on here, and another one of my favorite Rush songs as well. I like the wind chimes that Neil plays at the beginning, and there's also some catchy, menacing guitar riffs, and ominous keyboard riffs that really add to the feel of this song. And last but certainly not least, seventh and final song "Vital Signs" is a strong reggae influenced closer which features a distinctive part made by Lee's OB-X synthesizer at the beginning which shows the distinct reggae flavor.
Jeremy's song ratings:
1. Tom Sawyer (4:33) - 5/5
2. Red Barchetta (6:10) - 5/5
3. YYZ (4:26) - 5/5
4. Limelight (4:19) - 5/5
5. The Camera Eye (11:01) - 5/5
6. Witch Hunt (4:45) - 5/5
7. Vital Signs (4:46) - 5/5
Bottom Line: If you're looking for a great classic/progressive rock masterpiece, then you don't even have to look no further than Rush's "Moving Pictures" This album is indeed a classic, and like I mentioned before it lives up to all the hype, and rightfully deserves it. Overall, this is a must have for any Rush fan, classic rock fan, progressive rock fan, well you get the picture. This is a gem that should NOT be missed out on. Enjoy!!
Customer Rating:
Summary: The first record album I ever bought - still sounds great
Comment: I bought this when it came out in vinyl as my first album. This is classic; I can't believe my taste was that good back then. Not a bad song on here. Even the instrumental YYZ is well worth a listen. If you haven't listened to Rush, then I have to warn you there is often something to get you thinking in the lyrics. I personally think this is their best album overall, but I have probably listened to The Trees off Hemispheres more than any other single Rush song.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Rush - Moving Pictures
Comment: This item came just as described. Sleeve is in great condition. Record has minor scratching, and caused it to skip a little, but description mentioned that, so all is satisfactory. Keep up the good work!!
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Summary: Classic Rush goodness
Comment: "Moving Pictures" marks the equilibrium synthesis of the proggy late-70s era of Rush and the 80s analog-synth heaven that is the 80s era of Rush. This combination makes for one of the best Rush albums ever, and a must-have for all lovers of progressive music, 80s-synth rock, and of any type of rock music in general.
1. Tom Sawyer 10/10 - Proof positive that a catchy radio hit can also be proggy as hell. Delicious smorgasbord of catchy radio rock, prog-rock, and 80s synths. Awesome
2. Red Barchetta 9/10 - Sort of a mini-epic with a science fiction bent, with a beautifully haunting intro of guitar harmonics and synths. Excellent songwriting here.
3. YYZ 10/10 - Easily the most legendary Rush instrumental ever, and with good reason. It opens with some heavy dark riffage and builds into a chord and lead progression with Lifeson at the helm before bursting into a gorgeous 80s synth passage that evokes a skyward view of a big city circa 1981, at least for me. Just a classic.
4. Limelight 10/10 - Like 'Tom Sawyer', this is another deliciously catchy yet proggy classic. Peart's lyrics here reflect on the ups and downs of a life in limbo as a famous musician on a stage so to speak. Another classic.
5. The Camera Eye 10/10 - Easily one of the greatest Rush extended epics ever. This 10-minute monster opens with the sounds of a bustling city in the morning alongside the most delicious retro-80s-synth intro ever recorded in music history. Amazing riffs, motifs, progressions abound in this piece. Easily the best track on 'Moving Pictures'.
6. Witch Hunt 10/10 - A short and sweet masterpiece that feels more like an interlude than an actual song, but it builds up into a simple yet stunningly beautiful chorus that begins with the echo-ey chords of Lifeson ringing into the distant skyline (the "pictures distorted in the flickering light" section) before building into a more powerful reprise replete with more delicious retro-80-synths. So beautiful it feels romantic!
7. Vital Signs 9.5/10 Reggae-influenced rocker closes the album. Another classic track, but not as good as the rest, yet still awesome and highly recommended!
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Summary: Probably the best prog-pop record made
Comment: On this record Rush solidified its status as one of arena rock's biggest and best bands. What I like most about this album is that it's loaded with hooks, but it doesn't actually become a pop album. And there still aren't any traditional pop songs on here. (Well, maybe "Vital Signs" comes close.) I am sure that you don't need to read again that "Tom Sawyer" and "Limelight" are great tracks (they are). There are so many other highlights here:
>Just sit and listen to Neil Peart banging away on "Red Barchetta." Not to take anything away from his band mates, but he owns the track. It's one of those 6-minute songs that feel more like a 3-minute song.
>"YYZ" is arguably Rush's best instrumental (it's right up there with "La Villa Strangiata" and "The Main Monkey Business" in my book). I especially love the middle eastern section in the middle. It's a little cheesy, yet still works.
>"The Camera Eye" to me is slightly reminiscent of "Hemispheres," but is a little more succinct and catchier. I used to think this was kind of boring, but I have recently started to dig it.
>"Vital Signs" provides a pretty good glimpse of what Rush would sound like on the next couple of albums (and continues to show the influence that new wave was having on their sound).
>"Witch Hunt" has just the right level of foreboding. Again, it helps point the way toward SIGNALS and GRACE UNDER PRESSURE.
It all adds up to the best album Rush put out during their heyday. I'm still pretty partial to SNAKES AND ARROWS, but this is the record I would tell anyone to buy first, if they wanted to give Rush a try.
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