A New Thing

One Hundred Eighty-Third

Artist - Rush
Album - A Farewell to Kings
Released - 1977
Label - Mercury
Genre - Progressive Rock/Hard Rock

Tracks:
A Farewell To Kings
Xanadu
Closer to the Heart
Cinderella Man
Madrigal
Cygnus X-1 Book I: The Voyage

The fifth album by Rush, A Farewell to Kinds is a recommendation by a very special friend.  It's not often I come across these special people, but when I do, I like to keep them around for a while!  I couldn't necessarily say I'm a huge fan of Rush, but I've heard some of their albums throughout my illustrious years.  I did decide to feature them on my blog simply for the fact that my friend recommended it.  He mentioned to me that his favorite track was Xanadu, so why not make the man smile with a simple play of the record.  I could lie and type a bunch of words regarding my own opinion of this record, but I have to admit I was definitely distracted.  But from what I heard, I liked and it always amazes me that when I do listen to Rush, I always think of how HIGH PITCHED Geddy's voice it.  I guess that's one of the things I like most about this band, it's not like your usual prog rock, since the majority of the sounds are far out there, which I think put a specific touch what the band explores as far as style.  A Farewell to Kings would become Rush's first US Gold selling album.

Enjoy!