Rush / Manchester 2004 / 4CDR

2004 RUSH made his first trip to England in 8 years on his 30th anniversary tour. The best original recording that conveys the scene will be released at the same time.
This week, the first day of the reunion “WEMBLEY 2004 1ST NIGHT (Uxbridge 1194)” will also appear, but this work is the second one following it. This is a masterpiece audience recording that recorded the whole picture of “September 12, 2004 Manchester performance”. I talked about the outline of the world tour in the explanation of “WEMBLEY 2004 1ST NIGHT”, so here is a good zoom. Let’s take a closer look at the European Tour that produced this week’s sister work and the official work “R30: 30TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR”.

・ September 8: London performance “WEMBLEY 2004 1ST NIGHT”
・ September 9th + 11th (2 performances in the UK)
・ September 12: Manchester performance ← ★ This work ★
・ September 14th + 15th (2 performances in the UK)
・ September 17-21 (3 performances in Europe)
・ September 24: Frankfurt performance ← * Official video
・ September 25th-October 1st (4 performances in Europe)

All 14 performances of the European Tour, which was realized for the first time in 8 years. The first six performances were in the UK, and then moved to continental Europe. “WEMBLEY 2004 1ST NIGHT” is the first day, and the official work is a record of the second half German performance. On the other hand, the Manchester performance of this work was the 4th performance that the UK tour was getting better.
This work, which recorded such a show, is a truly exquisite audience recording. Although it is the original master of this work only, which was handed over from the recorder himself, it is actually a sister work of “WEMBLEY 2004 1ST NIGHT”. This is also a brand that was recorded by a master who is familiar with “British masters” with his arms. Perhaps it is the result of RUSH’s sound output, this sister work is exceptionally clear even in the masterpiece collection. They are also beautiful sisters who can enjoy the clear playing sound and singing voice. It doesn’t seem to make sense to release two of the same setlists when the quality is close, but of course it’s not. “WEMBLEY 2004 1ST NIGHT” sounded like the focus was only on the performance sound, but this work is even more realistic in the field. Of course, the sound of this work is dominated by a powerful core, and even if a big cheer rises, it will not interfere with the performance. However, even if it doesn’t get in the way, you can clearly see that the excitement is great.
And, the sense of presence stirs up the feeling of exhilaration. As I mentioned at the beginning, this UK tour is the first in eight years. In the meantime, unhappiness struck Neil Peart’s family, and there was an uncertain era of his wanderings and hiatus. Of course, the three of RUSH overcame that and made a brilliant revival, but this work is swirling with joy because it has passed such an era of anxiety. A hand clapping that fits perfectly with the illusionary time signature occurs, and every time the texture of the song is decided, a scream becomes a wave and flushes the venue. And the hit song is sung, and when the song is over, a big cheer blows out like a geyser. Although the tour itself is celebrating its 30th anniversary, the mood of reunion for the first time in eight years is really hot. Speaking of RUSH’s audience, most of them are recorded in North America, so this glue is very fresh. While feeling the heat of the scene like steam, I get drunk with the sound of FM broadcasting. This work is such a live album.
Of course, there is no rock musician who does not burn with such great hospitality. At the London performance, I felt the firmness unique to the first day even during the enthusiastic performance, but this work is driving at full power. Perhaps he is convinced that his first trip to the UK in eight years will be a great success in the three performances prior to this work, the momentum that seems to be “hajiru” is wonderful, and if Geddy’s singing voice is high tension, Neil’s rhythm work is sharp .. There will be plenty of hot shows where the hands that hit the manuscript will become goo before you know it.

A British fan who would have given up the live experience once due to the suspension of activities in 1998. It is a place full of joy because it is covered, and the enthusiasm is full because I witnessed it. The audience’s feelings are sometimes talked about as a drawback, but the mood that makes the performance feel even hotter is also the real pleasure of audience recording. A 3-disc set that lets you fully enjoy the exhilaration of such a guest record with the finest sound. Please heat your heart to your heart’s content!