2016 Album Series kicks off today. We start where it all began, with Donna, Johnny Rutts, and those two other guys. Jay does his best to put the spotlight on the high points of the record. 

Jay finally watched R40 live and he discusses the high points on this episode. Also, Dad-Mantis brings a conspiracy theory forward that might have some life to it.

2016 Album Series starts next week!

Jay explains how the fabricated news about Neil was easy to see through from the beginning and why it's easier for this to happen to Rush than a younger band. 

2016 Album Series first thing this January!

Jay talks about good songs to introduce a new fan to rush with. He also reads a funny story from a listener's email and gives his best pitch for why you need to check out Periphery. (Racecar) (Icarus Lives) (on iTunes) (and Spotify) (and jeez even youtube)

Dad episode number 2 is here, as Jay's father joins the show to discuss Rush things. Listeners sent in their Rush trilogies and Jay discusses superconductor and a NEW new version of Mission. Enjoy!

If you are an expert on one album, email [email protected] and tell us why you should represent that album on the 2016 Album Series!

Jay talks with Rushcast donor Jim Losby about giving Dog Years more credit, trilogies, and other Rush stuff. Enjoy!

What are some trilogies you can think of?

Time Trilogy: I Think I'm Going Bald/Time Stand Still/Dog YearsRed Trilogy: Red Barchetta/Red Sector A/Red Tide

etc

Ron Reed joins the show to discuss Neil's drumming and his gear. Ron lists his top 10 drum moments from Rush's catalog. Enjoy the show!

We have a good show for you this week, packed with lots of good stuff. The best Rush pet names, Rush themed foods, songs to represent missing albums on R40, a version of Mission you may not have heard before, and Alec tells us what it was like to be at maybe the last Rush concert ever. 

What one (1) song from the each album not represented on the R40 tour would you want to hear in the setlist?

Test For EchoPrestoHold Your FirePower Windows

In this episode, Jay asks what Rush-themed pet names you have for your animals. He also introduces Rushcast's Album Series which will start with the first episode of 2016. Each episode will be devoted to one album, starting with the first and working towards the last. If you are an expert on an album and would like to schedule to be on its respective episode, email Jay at [email protected]

This week Jay talks with Andy Richards, who recorded the majority of the synth parts on Power Windows and Hold Your Fire! We hope you enjoy the interview! 

Jay also discusses vocal harmonies, cool riffs, and Grace Under Pressure's placement in the discography. 

What one Rush song would you play for Rush in 1974 to show them what direction their music will take in the future?