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I think the reason Boeing hasn't designed a plane like this one is because it would be dangerous to keep it up longer than four hours.

Just saw this on RolllingStoned.com and the ChristmazMuzicMusings website. I guess Eddie Trunk was right! This is incredible! Now I can't wait for November to get here!!! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Universal Reports - April 1st, 2014 RUSH TO RELEASE ALBUM OF CHRISTMAS & HOLIDAY FAVORITES -Iva Heddeck, contributing TORONTO - Anthem/Roadrunner and SRO Productions have announced that Canadian rock group Rush will release an album of Christmas and Holiday song favorites just in time for the 2014 Holiday season. Bassist and lead vocalist Geddy Lee listed a number of songs which are planned for the album, including "White Christmas", "Silver Bells", "It's The Most Wonderful Time of the Year", "Sleigh Ride" and "Here We Come A-wassailing". Guitarist Alex Lifeson said that the idea for the Holiday disc came to him this past Christmas Day as he relaxed on a Southwest Florida beach. "That Colbie Caillat song, "Christmas in the Sand" came on the radio and just stayed in my head. After an hour or so on the beach, the idea struck me. Rush has never done an album so different like this before." The closest Rush has come to such an album was 2004's "Feedback". That was an album of cover songs; tributes to recording artists of the 1960s who influenced the formative years of Rush. ""Feedback" was a blast. Playing that stuff in concert was really freeing." Not that Lifeson has any plans of touring on the upcoming Christmas album. "I don't know. I think there are a lot of fans who would be into it. I can hear them shouting out requests, "Hey, do Frosty!" Lee pointed out that while a rendition of "Frosty the Snowman" isn't actually planned for the album, they have been preparing an arrangement of the Charlie Brown Christmas favorite, "Christmas Time Is Here". Lifeson spoke of the Charlie Brown special: "Oh yeah, that's been a yearly tradition with (my family). That's a real tear-jerker. When he chooses that scrawny little tree and all the other Peanuts gang ridicule him. I mean, even the guy's dog laughs at him." Lifeson, who is also producing, revealed that fans can expect a special arrangement from Rush percussionist/lyricist Neil Peart. "It couldn't be a Rush Christmas album without "The Little Drummer Boy", and Neil is working on an all-percussion version of the song." Lifeson continued, "It's amazing watching him plan and rehearse. He has all these 'triggers' that set off different programmed sounds. Put together, he's able to pound out what is truly an incredibly eclectic and frankly, bizarre piece of music. It's really wild what Neil can do with those things and I know fans are really going to love his rendition of the song." Lifeson isn't new to the Holiday song market. Several years ago he contributed to the "Merry Axemas" album with his own guitar-laden version of "Drummer Boy". "That was a lot of fun to do and the proceeds went to a good cause." Reached for comment on the upcoming Holiday album, drummer and lyricist Neil Peart responded, "The esoteric quasi-sentimental nature of the theology and romanticized religious overtones and frankly, fanatical undertones of songs such as these, can be comparatively emotionally fatiguing and quite challenging to one's perfunctory and superlative ideologies. There is an ethical confrontation. A questioning of the amoral parameters of the self. In this instance, a battle of literal biblical proportions. Then too, I really dig "Susie Snowflake"." When asked about the mostly Christmas-leaning CD, Lee stated, "Even though I was raised Jewish, I still loved all those great Christmas songs growing up." However, it did take a bit of convincing for Lee to come around to the idea of a Christmas & Holiday album. "Feedback was such a self-indulgent exercise for us. But the fans went with it. As long as Al doesn't plan on touring with (the Christmas album), I don't think it's that much of a stretch for us." When reminded that the "Feedback" album had been released in 2004, and that 2014 would see the release of the Holiday album, Lee joked, "Yeah right. Maybe every 10 years now we'll do this sort of thing!" Pressed for more song titles that will appear on the album, Lee offered the tantalizing inclusion of an instrumental version of "The Dreidel Song". "We've got it down to seven and a half minutes right now, but we might reinstate some sections that we're just too much in love with." But why only an instrumental take on the Jewish Faith classic? "Lyrically, the song's a bit pedestrian. But musically, the tune kicks a lot of ass." Fans and critics alike might think that there's one Christmas song which would be an obvious for a Rush Holiday album, but when asked about it, Lee said it wouldn't work out. ""The Chipmunk Song"? God, no. I can't reach those notes anymore!" Look for the disc to hit mid-November with an advertising push and radio-play beginning early December. Additional: Rush's self-titled, debut album released 1974. Other career highlights: "2112", 1976, "Permanent Waves", 1980, "Moving Pictures", 1981, "Power Windows", 1985, "Roll The Bones", 1991, "Different Stages", 1998, "Snakes and Arrows", 2007, "Clockwork Angels", 2012. Solo Projects: Peart: "Burning For Buddy", 1994, Lee: "My Favorite Headache", 2000. 　

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Can they get it up in the freezing Norwegian winters or does it shrink?

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Wow what a miserable troll you are Mr. Spaghetti. I'm suddenly reminded of some great advice that was given to me by a very wise bass player: http://i.imgur.com/E5kkveu.jpg

Better not be. I just told off my boss because he said Rush was done. If this isn't real.... I just lost my job for nothing.

Radar Operator: Colonel, you better have a look at this radar. Colonel: What is it, son? Radar Operator: I don't know, sir, but it looks like a giant... Jet Pilot: Dick. Dick, take a look out of starboard. Co-Pilot: Oh my God, it looks like a huge... Bird-Watching Woman: Pecker. Bird-Watching Man: [raising binoculars] Ooh, Where? Bird-Watching Woman: Over there. What sort of bird is that? Wait, it's not a woodpecker, it looks like someone's... Army Sergeant: Privates. We have reports of an unidentified flying object. It has a long, smooth shaft, complete with... Baseball Umpire: Two balls. [looking up from game] Baseball Umpire: What is that. It looks just like an enormous... Chinese Teacher: Wang. pay attention. Wang: I was distracted by that giant flying... Musician: Willie. Willie: Yeah? Musician: What's that? Willie: [squints] Well, that looks like a huge... Colonel: Johnson. Radar Operator: Yes, sir? Colonel: Get on the horn to British Intelligence and let them know about this.

http://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o484/ladyapril2112/LADYTIMEPORTAL/Rush%20pics/thebuldge1_zps91056d25.jpg Love this pic! So adorable of all of them soo young + Geddy's package deal :P Go on then - zero in on that shit!!!!

I'm just not a big fan of cover bands...seems a bit cheesy and is lacking in inspiration to me. I tried to watch a Pink Floyd cover band in concert on TV recently. The production was spectacular, the sound was great...it just turned me off. No disrespect to anyone in a cover band or who enjoys cover bands, just not my cup of tea.

You two can fantasize all you want about young Al. I like the later model. http://i378.photobucket.com/albums/oo228/LifesonPics/NewAl5_zps4ff3453d.jpg http://i378.photobucket.com/albums/oo228/LifesonPics/AL198_zpse39ee8f3.jpg http://i378.photobucket.com/albums/oo228/LifesonPics/580433_584601811574113_377168302_n_zpsd43e8d71.jpg He can plow me into next year.

I was talking to Steevo about my stereo and he demanded a pic of it so I had to fuckk about with the webcam to do it. That gave me the opportunity though to create some spooky webcam pics! Be warned these are scary! http://i.imgur.com/djUqLlD.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/2BmGZxD.jpg http://i.imgur.com/BagDFjh.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/CIz5WUB.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/H7qapSh.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/QbZnET1.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/RcHepM7.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/0m0msV8.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/K5Gqwfr.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/oB6lW1T.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/V6MZepH.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/Gg3wn2c.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/59iSTTj.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/HRQuQ9x.jpg I got scared of the dark after that... http://i.imgur.com/lu30cs4.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/KXUpOv4.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/pRJfrT2.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/qVON994.jpg

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Thought this was funny. I guess I have a weird sense of humor compared to the rest of the posters here.

Wow, people gotta lighten up a bit.

The only reason I am aware of this show is because it was everywhere. Along with The Big Bang Theory, I think it's always on television. You just can't NOT be aware of it. I watched very little of it, and I never laughed. Ever. Not a giggle, not a chuckle, not a tee-hee... never went "Ha!"

I hate this show and i especially hate that Doogie Howser MD clown, what a showbiz pussy! :pussy:

YAY!!!!!!! =D Yesterday I was able to do something I NEVER thought I could do- outside, Lucy was running up and down the sidewalk. I ran the entire length of the sidewalk right by her side, keeping pace and I DIDN'T LOSE MY BREATH. My heart wasn't exploding, and I was able to do it. I've always been jealous of anyone who can not only run in public without being embarrassed, but can actually run distances without struggling to breathe. My legs are getting so firm, I was able to try on a pair of shorts that stop way above the knee, and I looked great in them. First time that has EVER happened. Between quitting smoking and eating better, I love the progress I've made! =D

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Can we please get this thread back onto the subject of worshipping Geddy? :)

What a beautiful picture of the most gorgeous man ever to grace this earth. Thank you for posting. I will now try to get my legs to stop shaking.

The possibility of a date in the near future ;)

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http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NjgyWDEwMjQ=/z/lpwAAOxydgZTH0gZ/$_57.JPG You're welcome :D

Well, I'm awfully sorry, I'm -- I really can explain everything. Well, you see, the thing is, I thought your son was a lady. Suppose you agree that he can't actually have babies, not having a womb - which is nobody's fault, not even the Romans' - but that he can have the *right* to have babies. Wonderful what we can do nowadays. Ah! I see you have the machine that goes 'Ping'. This is my favourite. That's definitely the cooker I ordered - a blue and white CookEasy. I'll throw that in and a fiver, for the briefcase and the umbrella ... no, make it fair, the briefcase and the umbrella and the two pens in your breast pocket and the chair's yours and a fiver and a pair of ex-German U-boat commander's binoculars. Are you trying to insult me? Me? With a poor dying grandmother? If we burn her, she gets stuffed in the flames, crackle, crackle, crackle, which is a bit of a shock if she's not quite dead, but quick. And then we give you handful of ashes, which you can pretend are hers. Or, if we bury her she gets eaten up lots of weevils, and nasty maggots, which as I said before is a bit of a shock if she's not quite dead.

The Penis has landed. The Penis has landed....

Oh bullshit. Do you think we've never seen the other posts where you degrade Geddy's physical looks? You are not playing with a full deck. He's Captain Buzzkill Gemini... seriously listen to me.... Trust me I know what I am talking about when I say don't f**k with a chick who digs Geddy Lee. I have been here, been f*cked with and I totally know and understand how possessive they are and how quick they are to stand up for him. Once a Ged fan its for keeps! Even in jest you may as well be trying to stab Geddy with a knife, these chicks will have their vengeance....... stop while you are ahead and get out while you can :madra: Gemini just stepped into a kennel full of pit bulls wearing nothing but pork chop underwear. I would never equate the Women of Rush to dogs! You've got some explaining to do, TM I saw what you did there.... Well, they can be bitches should you f**k with them Gemini...and I'm sure they took it the way you've portrayed it. Sorry try again!!! Hey GR79! Are you marketing chick repellant? It's working

I think they should call it the WTF Tour.

In no particular order Santana – MY FIRST CONCERT IN 1970 Pink Floyd DSOTM – STADIUM SHOW WITH QUAD SOUND 1973 Spiders From Mars – BOWIE AT HIS PEAK 1972 The Who – QUADROPHENIA TOUR SLEPT OUT ALL NIGHT FOR TIX 1973 YES - TALES TOUR 1974 ELP – BRAIN SALAD SURGERY TOUR WITH QUAD SOUND 1973 Jethro Tull – MANY MANY TULL SHOWS STARTING WITH THICK AS A BRICK TOUR 1972 Van Halen – FRONT ROW 1986 Led Zeppelin – 1973 MSG SHOWS THAT WERE FILMED FOR THEIR MOVIE The Rolling Stones 2007 – SLANE CASTLE, IRELAND FRONT ROW Black Sabbath – 1972 TOUR – AT THEIR PEAK Genesis – LAMB LIES DOWN TOUR WHILE TAKING PSYCHEDELICS 1974

Let's get the two obvious porcupine tree ones out of the way (though, to be fair, these great grooves do continue through on for most of their respective songs) http://youtu.be/ITLei4-C1vQ http://youtu.be/xbXxDAhbnM0

"Money", Pink Floyd

Well, I'm awfully sorry, I'm -- I really can explain everything. Well, you see, the thing is, I thought your son was a lady. Suppose you agree that he can't actually have babies, not having a womb - which is nobody's fault, not even the Romans' - but that he can have the *right* to have babies. Wonderful what we can do nowadays. Ah! I see you have the machine that goes 'Ping'. This is my favourite. That's definitely the cooker I ordered - a blue and white CookEasy. I'll throw that in and a fiver, for the briefcase and the umbrella ... no, make it fair, the briefcase and the umbrella and the two pens in your breast pocket and the chair's yours and a fiver and a pair of ex-German U-boat commander's binoculars. Are you trying to insult me? Me? With a poor dying grandmother?

I have the real RUSH so what do I need a tribute band for? And a zillion other real bands I enjoy. Why waste time on tribute bands?

So they had "Time Machine" and the "Clockwork Angels"... is this one gonna be called "Nickelback"?

oh man. This reminds me of the time in high school when my then-boyfriend pointed at my Stevie Ray Vaughan shirt and said "That's, uh....BB King, right?" Not only was SRV clearly NOT a black blues legend, but HIS NAME WAS ON THE SHIRT. I told him to just go away. I was flabbergasted lol. Growing up, my dad always preached about the importance of the blues. He done good ;)

Because you never told him. I can assure you he believes you are into him, but you just "need a little time". Hints, looks, hiding, avoiding, un-friending are open for interpretation, and that interpretation will always be in his favor. Be direct and end it, or be passive-aggressive and deal with it based on his time table. Sounds reasonable to me...... :goodone: No. He's completely ignoring her boundaries and he does not care. He's a creep; it's all about him. It may be all about him, but sadly Slackjaw's post is true. My point. Most dudes don't get it until they are wacked over the head with it.....

Because you never told him. I can assure you he believes you are into him, but you just "need a little time". Hints, looks, hiding, avoiding, un-friending are open for interpretation, and that interpretation will always be in his favor. Be direct and end it, or be passive-aggressive and deal with it based on his time table. Sounds reasonable to me...... :goodone: No. He's completely ignoring her boundaries and he does not care. He's a creep; it's all about him. It may be all about him, but sadly Slackjaw's post is true.

Cheers to your dad :cheers:

Ozzy.... Believer...

He could practice at stoplights! http://i1270.photobucket.com/albums/jj612/Manders36/Drumcycle.jpg

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_SGQycuXUw

Sounds more like a movie to me ;) But which one? :) I wish I could remember because I've seen it before. But I was probably high back then, or perhaps dreaming :o The "documentary" referenced was one of the Harry Potter movies! I must've been high, because I've never seen a Harry Potter movie

73 liked a comment I made...when that happens I get a thrill up my leg!

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Same here. Most of my nightmares are about past jobs, so my reaction during them is always, "Damnit, not AGAIN...."

You look kind of like Peter Steele.... :haz: Analog Grownup!!!! You handsome, intellectual man you!!!!! Ya Ya... Dude... If I hadn't noticed the hair, I wouldn't have known who the f**k that was!!! :LMAO: You lucky girl you? ;) Since us women sort of know you guys here on the forum, I think that your intellect makes you a bit more handsome! ;)

Everyone does. LR had an bad ear infection in 1993. He also hates In Utero, Get A Grip, Pork Soda and Vs. Everyone except for the hundreds of thousands that bought Roll the Bones and then didn't buy Counterparts. Perhaps those other albums just revealed to me how lacking CP was. I loved Vs and In Utero; Get a Grip was just ok, Pork Soda I liked later. Not to defend Counterparts, but isn't it more likely that people didn't buy Counterparts because they didn't like RTB than that they didn't like CP? Then why did so many more people buy Roll The Bones than Presto? I know the hardcore hate on RTB, but it got a lot of casuals interested in Rush. Those guys went away when CP came out. Because presto has the worst album cover ever and RTB actually has a pretty cool album cover

I have a dull life so bear with me. I come here for laughs, and this is what did it today: http://www.dearteddybear.com/images/product/linkshare_vtb_medium_rockerbear.jpg "Teddy" Lee :laughing guy:

I'm pretty doubtful Mikael will growl again as he now thinks extreme metal is "dull." And besides, his growls are nothing to write home about now. But whether there are growls are not, I'm really excited to see which direction they take on this one.