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Rush LP Record - Permanent Waves, 1980

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Rush LP Record - Permanent Waves, 1980
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Rush's album Permanent Waves marks a pivotal evolution in the Canadian rock trio's musical trajectory. Released in 1980, this seventh studio album signaled a departure from the lengthy, conceptual compositions that had defined their earlier progressive rock catalog, notably "2112" and "Hemispheres." Instead, the band, composed of Geddy Lee (bass, vocals, keyboards), Alex Lifeson (guitar), and Neil Peart (drums and lyrics), pivoted toward more concise and radio-friendly structures while retaining their technical prowess and lyrical depth. The opening track, The Spirit of Radio, became one of Rush's most celebrated hits, blending reggae-inflected rhythms with a driving guitar riff and a pointed commentary on the commercialization of FM radio. Freewill continues in a similar vein, delivering philosophical lyrics wrapped in complex time signatures and blistering solos. "Jacob's Ladder" offers a cinematic, moody progression that retains the bands affinity for mythic storytelling and dynamic instrumental interplay. The album also features "Entre Nous," a rare exploration of personal relationships, "Different Strings," a contemplative ballad, and "Natural Science," an epic that returns to more ambitious structural territory. Produced by Rush and longtime collaborator Terry Brown, "Permanent Waves" was recorded at Le Studio in Quebec and helped propel Rush into the mainstream without sacrificing the artistic integrity that earned them a devoted global fanbase. The album stands today as a critical juncture in Rush's career, balancing accessibility with intellect and technical skill.

Issued: 1980
Dimensions: 12"L x 12"H
Country of Origin: United States

Condition: Age related wear.