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2112 [Original recording reissued] [Original recording remastered]

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Audio CD (14 Jul 1997)
Number of Discs: 1
Format: Original recording reissued, Original recording remastered
Label: Mercury Records Ltd (London)
ASIN: B000001ESF
Other Editions: Audio CD | Audio Cassette | MP3 Download

Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (25 customer reviews)

Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 2,605 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)
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Only Rush could have pulled this off, and only in the 1970s. 2112--the title suite of the band's 1976 breakthrough album--is a comically pretentious, futuristic rock opera; written by a nerdy drummer and sung by a whiny-voiced geek. It also happens to be a great piece of rock and roll that lifts the listener through a variety of moods and textures from genteel acoustic ("Oracle") to thrilling metal ("The Temples of Syrinx"). Perhaps realizing that they had taken conceptualism about as far as it could go, even these guys backed off on the epic hero stuff for later releases. 2112 still stands though, as one of the great signposts of the prog-rock era. --Michael Ruby

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2112 is archetypal high-concept heavy/art-rock, featuring an interconnected suite of songs and a futuristic science fiction-inspired lyrical theme (courtesy of drummer/sole lyricist Neil Peart). When it came to '70s sci fi rock epics theseguys were capable of giving Hawkwind and Jefferson Starshipa run for their money. The first half of the album features"2112" proper, a series of interrelated tunes that paint a portrait of a 1984/Brave New World-style future, where musicand emotion are outlawed. Ultimately, our hero discovers a guitar and uses it to fight the powers that be, all to the accompaniment of vaguely Led Zeppelin-derived heavy rock riffs and daunting time signatures. The final five tunes are unrelated to the concept piece but continue in a similar musical vein, though a little balladry is mixed in towards the end.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A monster of a CD!, 4 Mar 2004

By	robojam - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)

I first bought this in 1980, then bought it on CD in the late 80's, then didn't have a copy for around 10 years. I bought it again a few months ago, and just HAD to crank up the volume and just listen.

Too often concept albums are individual tracks forced together and it doesn't work that well, but the track 2112 is a masterpiece of thematic writing. There are essentially 3 themes (and variations on these themes) that are used throughout to tremendous effect, and a storyline that sounds like it should be the storyline from a Phillip K Dick novel. This is the middle ground between the early 70's rock and the late 70's arty rock that Rush produced, and they have rarely done better!

The other tracks here are pretty damn good too - 'Passage to Bangkok' is basically a journey through the world's dope capitals, 'Something for Nothing' is a concert favourite, and then...the ballad! How on earth did 'Tears' get on an album like this? It's got keyboard strings and no distorted guitar at all, but it really fits in well. In fact, it's a very beautiful song.

You know, I think I'm going to have to go and play it again...

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5.0 out of 5 stars One of prog rock's finest, 3 Mar 2005

By	gingerguru "gingerguru" (Billericay, Essex) - See all my reviews

This is certainly one of Rush's greatest albums and the band is unquestionably one of only a select few who have been able to write so consistently well over such a long career.
I differ from some of the reviewers in their comments regarding the second half of the album, i.e. the songs not part of the 2112 suite. I actually prefer these to some of the sections from the first side, in particular, Twilight Zone, Lessons and Tears. Listening to these three songs in a row has remained a pleasure for the best part of 20 years. The musicianship, arrangements and general song-writing abilities on show here are simply breathtaking.
As for the Amazon review, this is borderline disrespectful. The Amazon writer should remember just how many tens of millions of records Rush have sold over their 30-year reign at the top of prog/intelligent rock & metal. You don't have to be the most photogenic or 'cool' band to succeed, thank god.
If you are a Rush fan you will of course already own this album. If you are new to the band, this is a must. Anyone who can play an instrument or write a song to a decent level will appreciate this even if you don't consider yourself a rock fan. Most highly recommended!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Ageless Rock, 4 Jul 2006

By	Mark Haynes (Telford UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I first heard this back in 1977 after a certain Sounds (remember them?) critic called Geoff Barton raved about this band. Then it sounded, as it does now, as one of the greatest rock albums of all time, the title track in particular is the kind of aural assault that future bands such as Metallica would try to emulate. Future albums are maybe lyrically better but despite this, it is a great album and all I can say to the few reviewers that have slagged it off is that true greatness is rarely appreciated by all.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
Arrived on time and in excellent condition. An absolutely brilliant album. Neil Peart, Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee made an inspiring and insane album. Well worth buying.

Published 9 days ago by A. Keen

5.0 out of 5 stars A Magical Moment
In the winter of 1976, Rush recorded what was to become their defining moment, their ultimate tour de force. Read more

Published 3 months ago by Mr. J. Gibbon

5.0 out of 5 stars A 5 Star Album
I just had to give it 5 stars to balance out the idiot who gave it 1 star. Read the other reviews, they're spot on. Excellence from the '70's.

Published 12 months ago by A. J. Davies

3.0 out of 5 stars Not amazing
I bought this with the intention of seeing what the hype was about, given the numerous 5 star reviews this album has. Read more

Published 20 months ago by R. McCardle

1.0 out of 5 stars Prog Rock at its worst - Rush is too good a band to release this tripe
This album has not aged well. I know many of the reviews have been positive on this site, but it really is a godawful example of prog rock. Read more

Published on 5 Nov 2007 by D. C. Polwarth

4.0 out of 5 stars Beauty in it's rock and roll fairytale
Admittedly I have not properly fermented the ground for my next 'rush' purchase but I can certainly recommend '2112' as being a very evocative and enriching album for light to... Read more

Published on 30 Sep 2007 by J. Beeson

5.0 out of 5 stars The break through album
The first Rush album to be a significant hit. This album was made after the largley unsucessful Caress of Steel LP. Read more

Published on 10 April 2007 by Ashes

5.0 out of 5 stars An old favourite
Hard to believe that this is over 30 years old now.

An all time classic form the Canadian trio. Read more

Published on 28 Mar 2007 by Czech's Mate

5.0 out of 5 stars What Can This Thing Be That I've Found? Excellence, That's What.
Music this thoughtful and innovative simply does not date. Rush may not be fashionable, but that merely demonstrates the pointlessness of fashion. Read more

Published on 16 Mar 2007 by Chris G.

5.0 out of 5 stars Nerdy drummer? Whiny voiced geek?

That's our Neil and Geddy you're talking about there Mr official Amazon reviewer - without doubt the finest rhythm section of any rock band that ever existed. Read more

Published on 11 Mar 2007 by Spuddy Spud

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