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January 14, 1980 - Rush Released Permanent Waves

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On this day, January 14, 1980, Rush released their seventh studio album, Permanent Waves. A landmark in the band’s career, the album marked a shift from their longer, progressive rock compositions to a more radio-friendly style, blending complex musicianship with accessible melodies.

Permanent Waves was a commercial and critical success, peaking at #4 on the Billboard 200 in the United States and reaching #3 on the UK Albums Chart. It featured iconic tracks like The Spirit of Radio, Freewill, and Jacob’s Ladder, which showcased Rush’s ability to innovate while maintaining their progressive roots.

Fun Fact: The song The Spirit of Radio was inspired by Toronto’s CFNY radio station, which championed new and experimental music during the 70s and 80s.

Trivia Question: What is the name of Rush’s drummer, who wrote many of the band’s lyrics, including those on Permanent Waves?
 
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