Episode 40 – Rush Part 15, Counterparts

In this episode of the Palaver Tom, Ken, Paul and Joe spend some quality time with Counterparts. This album features the return of Peter Collins and with him a recurring theme (real or imagined) of the Queensryche influence. The context of 1993 (with the onset of grunge and the continuing demise of prog) is explored in general terms and how Rush maintained relevancy during this period. First and foremost, in this vein is Ken’s “heavy metal bait and switch” theory with regards to this album. Tom contemplates the (potentially) controversial use of acoustic guitar in Nobody’s Hero and the group searches for the meaning behind Between Sun and Moon. It is noted that Rush continue to challenge us as listeners as they continue to explore new areas both musically and lyrically. In the end Counterparts receives high Palaver marks indeed!

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