Dobner has assumed control

Why stop at hair you know? Why not have a poll on his wardrobe? Should he keep wearing what he's wearing these days or should he go back to the 80's look, or maybe even the tight shirts and bell bottoms he wore when he started. Oh perhaps he could wear . . . eh whatever who cares this poll is stupid. As long as he still rocks out I don't care what he looks like. For tips on your hair, take a picture of yourself, photoshop your hair out and decide if you like what you see.

Welcome to TRF, have some bacon.

reani you are funny fellow I hope this doesn't turn into another thread about the guys not sounding as good as they once did.

2112 in full, Cygnus x-1 in full, Hemisphers in full

I remember watching this video on the Rush Chronicles VHS when I was younger. Thought it was a strange video then and still do now.

I would like to hear this single, oh btw, did you know Alex has unbelievable acting skills, you should have cast him in your movie

QUOTE (trenken @ Aug 14 2011, 10:48 AM) QUOTE (trenken @ Aug 14 2011, 10:32 AM) QUOTE (LyndseyG @ Aug 13 2011, 04:09 PM) Hang on though. Neil has called people who believe in God "loonies". If he isn't sure that God exists, how can he have a go at those who believe in Him? Or have I got the wrong end of the stick? BTW: Dont get me wrong, I'm not bashing Neil. I respect him. I just don't understand. No, I'm pretty sure he meant fanatical people of faith. Armor & Sword gets into this. I dont think he really has a problem with all people of faith, he does think it can be used for good, something for people to believe in which is fine, just the ones that use it aggressively, or kill in the name of god, or try to push it on others, or even those scumbags that try to make money off of it. When he called them loonies I just dont think he remember to mention who he was specifically talking about. I think Totem is about popular beliefs and religion, how aspects of it are used as tools by the media to make profit in various ways. Money, self reassurance, etc.. There are so many differnt cultures, religions, and people whom all see the world different ways. You should believe in what you see, hear, and feel but make sure it is how YOU really feel and know not everyone will agree with you and see it the same way. Again, something he has touched on many times, just taken from a different perspective. He's trying to send a message to people who are different than him, trying to make them understand that we aren't all the same, but if I don't believe in the same thing you do, that doesn't make me a bad person. He seems to want people to be more open minded. And he definitely believes that as long as he loves a good moral life, loving those around you, helping people, that should be good enough, and it is for him. He doesn't need god in his life and he uses Rush songs as a way to explain that it doesn't make him a bad person. He is obviously well aware that many people of faith do not like what he writes, so it's almost like he's trying to find a middle ground with them, so in a way this song is actually positive. He always has little lines where he does seem to want to relate with people that are different than him. "I thought we might get closer". I agree with you, a lot of people seem to think his lyrics are directed at people of faith in a negative way, like he is trying to make them out to be fools, but that really isn't the case. He favors individualism and the idea that people should open their minds and explore different things rather than be confined within certain ideals or structures. As was said before, he doesn't like people who try to impose their religion onto people who don't want to share their beliefs, he doesn't like those who manipulate people through religion, and those aspects can be found in many of the formal religions. (I'm not bashing religion by the way) I think Neil has a quote in BTLS where he says something like, "I am a reflection of everyone and everyone is a reflection of me." Not sure if I quoted that completely correct, but anyway, I am just saying that he isn't in opposition with people of faith, he just uses his lyrics as a way to get people to think that there could be more out there to explore. Sorry for the long post.

QUOTE (LyndseyG @ Aug 13 2011, 05:20 PM) QUOTE (HowItIs @ Aug 13 2011, 10:21 PM) QUOTE (LyndseyG @ Aug 13 2011, 02:09 PM) Hang on though. Neil has called people who believe in God "loonies". If he isn't sure that God exists, how can he have a go at those who believe in Him? Or have I got the wrong end of the stick? BTW: Dont get me wrong, I'm not bashing Neil. I respect him. I just don't understand. No, he hasn't. He has shown disgust towards organized religion. He has said that believers sometimes bug him. He has said that religious fanatics scare him. He has said that he is not a believer in organized religion and an agnostic as far as the existence of a god. But, despite the claims of believers that he hates them, thinks they are insane, etc. which are very much exaggerated, he doesn't ever call them "loonies." He may have called extremists "loony" but unless you are an extremest, he isn't talking about you. There are some great responses here (esp. trenken!)! I'm happy to see a discussion about it After going through the old threads I found the one I had read and also a link to Neil's blogs. If you go to the one dated June 2011 and read down he does mention the "Rapture failure" and he refers to the people who made that prophesy as loonies. Please read it and see for yourself. I realise now that I should have read that part of the blog for myself as I have taken his meaning out of context. To be honest I'm quite relieved as my heart was in my mouth when I read that thread! You are right. I apologise. I'm pretty sure most people thought that the people who were forecasting "the rapture" were complete loonies. I know I did, and 12/21/12 is going to be the same.

Please god no opening acts. I agree with most people on here, the fellas aren't showing any signs that they are going to be done anytime soon. Be ready for their awesomeness to continue for some time.

QUOTE (1-0-0-1-0-0-1 @ Aug 8 2011, 08:56 PM) Good news! We have an established cigar thread in the food and drink section. http://www.therushforum.com/index.php?show...c=8968&hl=cigar Thanks for letting me know, I'm still somewhat new to the site

QUOTE (JohnnyBlaze @ Aug 8 2011, 06:29 AM) QUOTE (Earthshine @ Aug 8 2011, 02:39 PM) QUOTE (The_Necromancer_77 @ Aug 8 2011, 12:33 AM) definitely different. you can really tell when you're at a concert. Yeah, we seem to bond. Everyone seems cool with each other. Fights use to break out at AC/DC and Motley Crue concerts I heard (never went to one, never will). Never seen anything like that at a Rush concert. 1st concert I attended: New World Tour. Before the opener (TSOR) finished, someone near the front was knifed [general admission in those days]. The band didn't know about it until after the gig. Shame to hear that, but that kind of thing doesn't happen on a nightly basis at Rush concerts.

QUOTE (Dobner has assumed control @ Aug 8 2011, 03:06 AM) All the World's a Stage was the first Rush cd that I owned (got it when I was 6 thanks to my parents), and I immediately fell in love with the live version of 2112 (I didn't know parts were left out because I listened to the full studio version later), it blew my mind. When I heard the full version for the first time, the parts that were left out on the live version just added to the song and blew my mind again. I could listen to La Villa all day, but 2112 holds a special place where my mind used to be Well maybe it didn't immediately blow my mind at age 6. I think I started appreciating it/blew my mind more around the age 10, because I remember I would bring the cd to school and I would listen to it on my portable cd player at recess (which wasn't allowed haha) I think I even tried getting my friends to listen to the cd . . . . . wow, I was a certified Rush fanatic by the age of 10, I never thought about that before.

All the World's a Stage was the first Rush cd that I owned (got it when I was 6 thanks to my parents), and I immediately fell in love with the live version of 2112 (I didn't know parts were left out because I listened to the full studio version later), it blew my mind. When I heard the full version for the first time, the parts that were left out on the live version just added to the song and blew my mind again. I could listen to La Villa all day, but 2112 holds a special place where my mind used to be

We are the chosen ones, sent to lead this world into a brighter future. We will not wield swords or spears, guns or bombs, we will use the power of the holy triumvirate to open minds and melt faces. From the moment you heard the magic that is Rush, and accepted them as your musical deities, you became a member of a nation of elites. Your symbol is the "starman" it is to remind you of not only to whom you are to devote your life, but also remind you of your mission to stand up against conformity, our most hated and dangerous enemy, and to blow the minds of those who have not yet discovered almighty Rush. You are unique, but not alone. You are among friends, many of which founded this place of gathering. It is a place to share your heroic tales of conversion or battles against your enemy, your experiences with the gods from Canada, or just to mingle with great company. You are chosen, we are chosen, live your mission, praise the holy triumvirate. To 2112 and beyond!!! (hahahahaha see what insomnia can do to a person? ) We are just extremely devoted fans, who love Rush. We have and will follow them through all of their adventures in music. Does that make us unique? I really don't know.

I don't mind it, it certainly doesn't take away from the song, so I say it's fine. The have used a little repetition before (not like how it is on caravan), one song that comes to mind is Time Stand Still. As you somewhat mentioned most of the songs that the fans love lack any repetition (one of the reasons I like them so much), but a little here or there won't hurt.

The ipod in my head just switched to Distant Early Warning

It's strange but for some reason I keep bouncing back and forth between Fountain of Lamneth and New World Man. mmmm

Just curious if anyone else on this forum is into cigars. If so how long have you been smoking them and which ones are your favorites? Personally, I'm somewhat new to the cigar world, so I still have many to try. Out of the ones I have had I really enjoyed the Rocky Patel "The Edge", it is in between mild and full-bodied, and has a nutty taste, with some hints of spice, and some earthy tones. A great smoke for under $7 bucks. I also like the Nub Habano, it tends to be more full-bodied and have a stronger smoke. Some people are turned off by the fact that it is on average $6.95 for like a 3 and a half inch cigar. However if you get the 466 gauge it will burn for at least an hour and it has a surprisingly smooth draw. I will think of more that I like, but for now, what are you all in to?

QUOTE (Earthshine @ Jul 23 2011, 03:46 PM) Man. Seems they now make a DVD for just about every tour they do. Aaaaaaand is that a problem?

Interesting cover

The guy who created this thread was probably upset because Rush didn't play the Trolololo song lol.

QUOTE (An Enemy Without @ Aug 1 2011, 11:45 PM) QUOTE (sonictheplumber @ Aug 1 2011, 11:39 PM) QUOTE (metaldad @ Aug 1 2011, 08:58 AM) this guy feels me I think that's illegal. haha, its legal until you're caught

QUOTE (An Enemy Without @ Aug 2 2011, 08:50 AM) It's amazing how you can get your daughters to enjoy Rush but I can't get my friends to. Tell me about, I know one other person my age who listens to Rush.

QUOTE (Good,bad,andrush @ Aug 2 2011, 08:58 AM) But Neil can't play at all and he sucks at double bass and groove and jazz and traditional grip and he should've never gone with Freddy and he doesn't smile and he hates god and he wrote dog years and he is not a creative drummer I love it

QUOTE (ioc @ Aug 2 2011, 07:48 PM) QUOTE (PariahDog @ Aug 2 2011, 01:48 PM)A blast from the past. "PARIAHDOG IS THE NECRO-POSTER!" I actually like the Chronicles of Riddick lol