Rush – A Farewell to Kings 180 Gram Vinyl Record - Brand New - Vinyl LP Record (Quick Ship)

Pressed on weighty 180 gram vinyl, Rush’s A Farewell to Kings captures the band at a pivotal moment, standing between the riff‑driven grit of their early years and the expansive storytelling that would define their classic era. Originally released in 1977, this album folds fantasy, philosophy, and social critique into tightly composed, fiercely musical arrangements.

From the chiming 12‑string intro of the title track, you’re pulled into a world where acoustic delicacy and electric force coexist. “Xanadu” stretches out like a short film for the ears, all shimmering textures, shifting time signatures, and one of Geddy Lee’s most evocative vocal performances. “Closer to the Heart” condenses the band’s ideals into a concise anthem, while “Cinderella Man” and “Madrigal” reveal a more reflective, human side beneath the technical fireworks. The closing epic “Cygnus X‑1” pushes their sci‑fi imagination and instrumental interplay to the edge.

On 180 gram vinyl, the dynamics breathe: Neil Peart’s cymbal work feels more present, Alex Lifeson’s guitar layers unfold with clarity, and the bass sits with a physical thrum. For prog devotees, rock historians, or anyone building a serious analog collection, this edition is a rewarding, replay‑worthy cornerstone.