the masked drummer Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 I've seen lots of ppl writing that Far Cry is their least favorite song off S&A and I'm just wondering why. To me, it has what interested me in Rush from the first time I heard Spirit of Radio, that high energy excitement Rush often brings me. The "shiver in the spine", so to speak. I love other S&A songs because they are less predictable, but I do love Far Cry... So my question is, do you like the song and why? Thanks for your input! -TMD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sark Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 It grabbed me from the first listen. I only wish Alex would have expanded on the solo instead of just grinding on one note. A good heavy track to start off the album though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PassTheAmmunition Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 I think Far Cry is a terrific song, but now that I have this wonderful little problem of having 12 other (new) songs to listen to, I'd have to conced that I'm really digging the more 'multi-dimensional' songs on S&A. Namely, Armor & Sword, Spindrift, and The Main Monkey Business. Don't get me wrong - Far Cry has some great energy, a terrific driving tempo and some strong lyrics, it just hasnt sucked me in like the rest of the record. It may be that I wore it out a bit before the album came out, and thats my own fault. But right now, I'm loving the album cover to cover and I don't skip any songs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the masked drummer Posted May 8, 2007 Author Share Posted May 8, 2007 QUOTE (Sark @ May 8 2007, 01:13 PM) It grabbed me from the first listen. I only wish Alex would have expanded on the solo instead of just grinding on one note. A good heavy track to start off the album though. Interesting point. Gotcha. Sounds like Alex "held back" a bit too much there. I'd go along with that too. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faithless Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 QUOTE (Sark @ May 8 2007, 01:13 PM) It grabbed me from the first listen. Same here. I really like the progression from intro to chorus, they build it up really well and it has a fantastic hook, IMO. I think it might seem lukewarm to some since it's been out for so long, and folks are off exploring the remainder of the album. I think it's a great track. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
third hand grace Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 I like it. I agree that is is the kinda song that would have grabbed me in 1981 when I first heard them. This is what I'd expect from Rush, but I also like what I CAN'T expect from them too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobK71 Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 I love Far Cry. Just classic "new style" Rush with a little nod to their progressive past. I was expecting S&A to be in a similar vein and was surprised and slightly put off that it wasn't. I love S&A now, but it did take a couple of listens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonrush Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 I like it!!! Why? Because its RUSH!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Room 34 Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 I like it (I like ALL of the songs on the album), but it's definitely not my favorite. It just seems a little too monotonous (constant bombast) compared to the incredible variety packed into each of the other songs on the album. Also, I find that in my mind it's hard to really hear this song as being "part" of the album. I had had so much time to absorb it on its own as a single before I heard the rest of the album, that it seems like it's something separate, and then it feels tacked onto the album, even though it really DOES "belong" with the rest of the album. It's good that it's the first track. It would seem even weirder to me somewhere in the middle. (Kind of like "Misunderstanding" in the middle of Duke. But maybe even more jarring.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PassTheAmmunition Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 QUOTE (Room 34 @ May 8 2007, 03:45 PM) Also, I find that in my mind it's hard to really hear this song as being "part" of the album. I had had so much time to absorb it on its own as a single before I heard the rest of the album, that it seems like it's something separate, and then it feels tacked onto the album, even though it really DOES "belong" with the rest of the album. Word. I almost feel as if Far Cry was released in 2005 at this point as the only new song on a bunch of re-released music. Not taking anything away from it, it simply feels a bit disjointed with the other 12 tracks. And that might be down to repetition on my part. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mortkort Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 QUOTE (RobK71 @ May 8 2007, 07:39 PM) I love Far Cry. Just classic "new style" Rush with a little nod to their progressive past. thats what i thought too. its a great song! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeddyLeeFender Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 Great song giving it a rest though listened to it ALOT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WCFIELDS Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 It almost as good as You Bet Your Life...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Begin the Day Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 I enjoy it very much. Far Cry is the perfect choice for the first single release and first song on the disc. Its listener friendly, keeps a good pace, and is instantly recognizable Rush. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ancient Ways Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 It's the most accessible song on the album and was a good choice to be released as a single. As far as "single" type songs go it is the best since Dreamline. I like it a lot because it is the most Rush-like song on the album. My favorite is Workin Them Angels so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Presto-digitation Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 Oh yes, I definitely do. Liked it way back during the early preview and still do. Even more so, perhaps...because it's one of the top 2 or 3 high energy songs on the record. I'm not sure where I'd "rank" it amongst the 13....probably the top 1/3...at worst 1/2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lerxt1990 Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 QUOTE (WCFIELDS @ May 8 2007, 04:49 PM) It almost as good as You Bet Your Life...... Drivel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lerxt1990 Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 I like a lot of songs on the new album, but Far Cry is my favorite. Upbeat, and very, very good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the masked drummer Posted May 8, 2007 Author Share Posted May 8, 2007 QUOTE (Ancient Ways @ May 8 2007, 05:05 PM) It's the most accessible song on the album and was a good choice to be released as a single. As far as "single" type songs go it is the best since Dreamline. I like it a lot because it is the most Rush-like song on the album. My favorite is Workin Them Angels so far. No kidding? I think I like that one best right now myself. as far as ones with vocals. Thanks kindly for your comments everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quickfree Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 Its one of the best songs on the album. At first, I didn't think much of it but everything flows really well after hearing it for awhile. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Rocinante Posted May 9, 2007 Share Posted May 9, 2007 I don't think it's that great, it's okay though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie7 Posted May 9, 2007 Share Posted May 9, 2007 It's in my top 3 on S&A. I liked it as soon as I heard it, still do. I never skip it, never get tired of hearing it. It's got an awesome beat and you know what? It's great to power walk to! In fact, the whole album is! Man, does this album ever rock? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slim Posted May 9, 2007 Share Posted May 9, 2007 No, I don't like it. I find it weak. That said, there are worse efforts on S&A in my view. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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