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Rock · 1976 · 6 tracks

2112

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Rush's 1976 breakthrough, 2112, is a defiant progressive rock masterpiece featuring a sprawling, dystopian sci-fi suite and showcasing the band's virtuosic musicianship and ambitious songwriting.

March 1976 · Anthem (5)

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Step into the future with Rush's 2112, an album that feels like a cinematic journey through a dystopian landscape, powered by intricate riffs, soaring vocals, and thunderous drums. It's a defiant statement, a sonic rebellion against conformity, and a testament to artistic integrity. This is for those who crave complex narratives, instrumental prowess, and music that challenges as much as it thrills. Own it for the sheer audacity and enduring power of its vision.

Tracklist · 6 Tracks
01
2112: I. Overture / II. The Temples of Syrinx / III. Discovery / IV. Presentation / V. Oracle: The Dream / VI. Soliloquy / VII. Grand Finale
20:33
02
A Passage to Bangkok
3:35
03
The Twilight Zone
3:19
04
Lessons
3:53
05
Tears
3:34
06
Something for Nothing
3:57
Moments Worth Listening For
The iconic synth swell and immediate, driving guitar riff that opens '2112: Overture', instantly establishing the album's epic scope.
The serene, almost pastoral acoustic guitar passage in '2112: Oracle: The Dream', offering a brief respite before the narrative's tension escalates.
The explosive, intricate instrumental section in '2112: Grand Finale', showcasing the band's collective virtuosity and dynamic interplay.
The exotic, driving rhythm and Geddy Lee's distinctive vocal delivery on 'A Passage to Bangkok', a standout track from the album's unrelated second side.
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Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

How does 2112 sound next to the rest of Rush's catalogue?

Midnight+1.3σ

Midnight saturates this record notably more than the artist's norm.

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