Great Rock Albums of the 70s: Rush- Farewell to Kings

It is said that it is difficult to follow up on a great album, however, the "Farewell to Kings" album from Rush does exactly that. Following on from 2112, this album proves to be the next step which would eventually lead to the band's domination of rock in the late 70s to early 80s.
For me, "Farewell to Kings" proves the band's versatility. I immediately start headbanging away to the title track and then get caught up in the eleven minute long "Xanadu" where I just want to sit down with a beer and just get into the vibe. Far from being an album of long concept songs, the second side hits you with some short sharp songs starting with the classic "Closer to the Heart" before finishing up with another 10 minute long track that just gets you to wind down. From start to finish, this album is a real gem.

Track Listing

1. Farewell to Kings

2. Xanadu

3. Closer to the Heart

4. Cinderella Man

5. Madrigal

6. Cygnus X- 1 Book 1- The Voyage

Rush:

Geddy Lee- voclas, bass, 12 string guitar, mini moog, bass pedal synthesiser

Alex Liefson- guitars- bass pedal synthesiser

Neil Peart- drums, percussion

Rush fans have been debating for three and a half decades which is the better album between "2112" and "Farewell to Kings" and this argument will probably go on for three and a half decades more. These are both truly great albums.

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