IGN.com Music likes to make a lot of top 25 album lists, and Rush has appeared on many of them. Back in February 2112 made their top 25 prog rock albums list at #10, and Permanent Waves made honorable mention on their top 25 metal albums list. Their latest top 25 list covers the best live albums and Exit ... Stage Left makes the cut at #18. Here's what they say about it:
Canada's leading power trio export has released no less than four live albums throughout their career. That said, this early '80s effort is the best of the bunch, capturing Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and Neal Pert at the height of their prog rock intensity. All the essentials are here from "Spirit of Radio" on down to "Tom Sawyer," "Red Barchetta," and a heart warming rendition of "Closer to the Heart." Toss in such cult classics as "The Trees" and searing instrumentals like "YYZ" and you're set!
Other than the butchering of Neil Peart's (Neal Pert??) name, it's a nice little blurb. Thanks to Stephen D for the link.
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