Neil Peart News
by AndyO
Labels: R40 Live
Rush's R40 Live video and CD will release on November 20. And if the "Roll the Bones" video preview is any indication, this promises to be an epic release. There are five R40 Live versions to choose from, which you can order from Amazon at the links below:
Filmed in their home town of Toronto at two sold-out shows on June 17 and 19, R40 Live will give the fans who saw the mind-blowing show a way to relive their memories -- and a chance for fans who didn't to experience it (sorry Europe, Brazil, and everywhere else). After watching the "Roll the Bones" video preview, it appears that this production focuses on the band, much like R30. I was immediately impressed with mix and the direction. In particular, the stereo mix seems to be much more balanced than what we've heard in past releases, and it appears we have David Bottrill (Vapor Trails remixed) to thank for that. I can finally hear the drums and bass -- as well as the guitar. We'll see how the 5.1 mix turns out, but I'm optimistic that this will be one of the best-sounding Rush live releases ever.
According to an email sent out to industry professionals from Zoe/Rounder Records/Concord Music Group, it looks like the R40 Live album and video are scheduled to release on Friday, November 20, 2015.
Here's an excerpt from the email (courtesy of Rushisaband):
CD/DVD RELEASE DATE NOVEMBER 20, 2015
Unlike other concert DVD's where the looks is the same throughout, this show has an extremely extensive setup that changes multiple times throughout the show (as the set list moves back in time, the stage setup reflects the band's stage setup from that period in their career.)
* Amazing value with almost 3 hours of footage!
* Includes multiple songs that have either never been performed before or never been captured on videoRumor has it that this was the band's last large-scale tour, making this an absolute necessity for a Rush fan to own...
In addition, the first single from the album, "Roll The Bones (Live)," is scheduled to be available on Friday, September 25.
More info as we get it. Thanks to Rushisaband for the head's up!
