It would be too easy to say “Hemispheres by Rush is 2 long songs, 2 short songs, go buy it now” but as this is my favourite Rush album ever then it deserves more attention! On buying it at the age of 15 I was so struck by the music that I embroidered the band logo onto my denim jacket. Originally released on October 29th 1978, Hemispheres was Rush’s 5th studio album and was to be their last to feature such long songs due to the stress of recording sessions. The Permanent Waves album was to follow, leading to major commercial success.
Rush band line up :
Geddy Lee – Vocals/bass guitar/synths.
Alex Lifeson – Guitars.
Neil Peart – Drums/percussion.
track listing :
Cygnus X – 1 Book II Hemispheres.
Circumstances.
The Trees.
La Villa Strangiato.