Rushcast

Setlists, Teasers, and Prog Metal

Jay flies solo in this episode to talk about tweaks to his setlist challenge entry, new teasers at the ends of songs, and other bands that are pushing progressive metal forward.

Send us your entry for the Setlist Challenge!

30 songs in order, and 6 that just missed the cut. 

rushcast2112@gmail.com

Clockwork Angels cellist Jacob Szekely

Performer and educator Jacob Szekely joins us to talk about his experience recording for Clockwork Angels and touring with the band. He discusses everything from his preparation before the tour to the gear he uses on stage. 

He also had some interesting words about Losing It, and its exclusion from the Clockwork tour. Jacob was a fantastic guest, and you're sure to enjoy this one! 

Check out String Project Los Angeles, and his solo jazz material on iTunes!

Kevin J. Anderson

Kevin J. Anderson joins us to discuss the making of Clockwork Angels as well as Clockwork Lives, 2113, The Comic Scripts, and The Graphic Novel. We ask Kevin about his relationship with Rush's music, his favorite CA songs, and Neil's most powerful lyrics in this episode. Enjoy!

Donna Halper: Rush, radio, baseball, blah

Donna Halper joins us to talk about Rush on the radio, the evolution of radio and media, and baseball with Ged. Ever wonder what was going on with Alex's blah blah blah speech? Donna was there and tells her awesome story about being in the venue for that speech. You're sure to enjoy.

Send in your setlist predictions! 30 songs and 6 that just missed the cut. Rushcast2112@gmail.com 

R40 Tour Announcement

Well the tour is here, I told you they would tour! However, my shot-in-the-dark conspiracy theory is dead. Chad and I talk about the new tour, new website, and anything else I could think to complain about. Enjoy!

Submit your entry into the Setlist Challenge! 30 songs you think they'll play, plus 6 that just missed the cut. Send to rushcast2112@gmail.com

Tour Rumors and Conspiracy Theories

I have some thoughts on the tease game Geddy and Alex have been throwing at us lately. Remember to send your setlist prediction to rushcast2112@gmail.com to participate in the setlist challenge! 30 tracks, in order, 6 runner-ups (that just missed the cut). 

Everything Alex Lifeson

Brandon Dyke joins the conversation to talk about Alex's sound as it matured through the years, as well as producers, albums, and books. Check out Brandon's music at www.brandondyke.com and on youtube!

Rush Week

This week we discuss CBC's Rush Week, along with more tour talk.

Vapor Trails Remix

In this episode we talk with Alec Pulianas about the remixed Vapor Trails. We also talk about the worst music video in the history of music videos. Can you guess what it is?

Best Bass Licks

In this episode, Jay talks with Dave Wallace about their favorite bass licks from Geddy Lee. 

4) Ranking The Instrumentals

Top to bottom, Jay and guest Chad rank their favorite Rush instrumentals.

3) Top 15 Alex Guitar Solos

Alex Lifeson has always been an underrated soloist in my opinion. Some stand out to me more than others, so here is my ranking of Alex's top 15 rush solos!

2) Songs You Think You Know

Have you noticed these discrete quotes from other Rush material? Am I a crazy person? What are you missing in Tai Shan? Answers revealed! 

1) 41st Anniversary Tour Prediction

Welcome to Permanent Waves, a podcast all about Rush! Jay Mantis sits down to discuss Rush content and news every week in this free downloadable show. In this first episode, you'll hear Jay's setlist prediction for the 2015 spring tour. Enjoy!