Rush
Presto (Limited Edition Hybrid SACD version)
Review by Gary Hill
This is a new audiophile reissue of this classic Rush album. It’s remastered and released in hybrid SACD regular CD form. Each disc is numbered and it’s a limited edition. This is a great sounding version of the disc. It seems to have an increased presence as far as I’m concerned. I’ve reviewed the original disc before, so for the sake of consistency I’ll include that review here. Let’s just say that, this one is like that, but better. So, here’s that review:
I’ve made no secret that for me the best period of Rush’ musical legacy was the more progressive rock oriented time. Well, even in the most deep midst of their short accessible period we can still find songs that work pretty well. For me the weakest disc from the band was always Signals. This, though, was a close second. It still suffers from mediocrity, but there are a few shining moments here and there. Taken as a whole it’s a little too mellow and generic, but it still is a solid listening experience that’s quite enjoyable.
This review is available in book format (hardcover and paperback) in Music Street Journal: 2014 Volume 4 at lulu.com/strangesound.
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