COUNTERPARTS

Counterparts is a very solid album from Rush with very good production, instrumentation and lyrics that grows with each listen. It can be played in the background as an interesting set of songs or played loud to appreciate the power drumming, bass and chords.

Certainly not the most progressive of efforts, and at times perhaps more AOR (Adult Orientated Rock) but with a harder edge. There are no weak tracks and one that non-rush fans would enjoy. Of course I am rating the quality of the effort as I hear it and without reference to the early Rush years.

Not essential but won't disappoint.

3.8 stars