Show Notes
"Like a force of nature, love shines in many forms. One night we are bathed in light." Next, we're discussing Rush's "The Speed of Love" music.
Tim thinks is a nice soft rock song
Did Jay say the title is cheesy?
Tim enlightens us about Neil’s ride cymbal technique
Does “The Speed of Love” have a slow, chill vibe?
The tasteful panning of guitar during Alex Lifeson’s lead
The music of the bridge
Are there drum overdubs during the bridge?
Should the song build up after the bridge instead of settling down into the chorus?
Neil’s cymbal work as the final chorus fades out
How do you feel about the ending of the song?
Does “The Speed of Love” sound like something from another band we like?
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In this episode, we discuss "The Speed of Love," a track from Rush's 'Counterparts' album. We share differing opinions about this one! We dissect the song's unique rhythms, transitions, vocals, and instrumentals, noting the pleasing elements while critiquing areas they think could've been different. We also highlight how Rush could have chosen to conclude some of its songs. Ultimately, we agree that the music is characterized by solid musicianship.
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