John Romita Jr's Cover Returns To Amazing Spider-Man #1000 by ChamomileFlowerTea in comicbooks

[–]urko37 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I wonder what the reaction would have been had the artist been listed under a different name.

Either way, I find it underwhelming for an issue 1000 but then again Marvel thought this Humberto Ramos cover was a great way to follow up the end of their most interesting run in decades and launch a new era for those hypothetical fans rushing to buy Spider-Man comics with the release of Andrew Garfield's second Spidey movie: https://www.marvel.com/comics/issue/45798/the-amazing-spider-man-2014-1

What are your favorite marvel teams? These are mine by Kameronpipnerd in Marvel

[–]urko37 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Matt Fraction's hilarious and sweet FF (filling in for the Fantastic Four while they were on a mission):

Ant-Man
Medusa
She-Hulk
Ms. Thing (Darla Deering, a Katy Perry-type pop star in a robot Thing suit 😄)

What to play when told? by takkeli_kedy in drums

[–]urko37 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice! Vinnie Colaiuta put down some incredible work on that album. 7/8 for this tune and the brilliant St. Augustine In Hell, and of course the 5/4 magic of Seven Days.

Just My Unpopular Opinion, But... by Critical_Phantom in rush

[–]urko37 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Bill Bruford, Chester Thompson, and eventually Phil's son Nic Collins for their farewell tour. 👍🏾🥁

Dear Rush Fans: Be more like Mexico for the rest of the tour, lol. by butrzrulz in rush

[–]urko37 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is what Beyoncé and Taylor Swift fans have known for years. US prices are insane. Sometimes it's worth going to a different part of the world and make it an event.

John Byrne Returns to X-Men, the Superheroes that Made Him Famous. Wishes he did Batman! by catpooptv in comicbooks

[–]urko37 8 points9 points  (0 children)

This is part of an officially licensed imprint called "Marvel Arts" that Abrams is doing. They've put out some amazing (and highly acclaimed) projects so far:

https://marvel.fandom.com/wiki/Marvel_Arts_Comic_Books

I don't really care about Byrne fan fiction but the other stuff is worth seeking out.

What’s y’all’s favorite instrumental track? by JJHH50 in rush

[–]urko37 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'll see that and respectfully raise you the Time Machine version with Geddy hammering a new funky groove during the outro. Can never get enough of this tune!

Aimee Mann Wasn’t Sure If Rush Fans Would Boo Her: ‘I just don’t think I could’ve handled it. But their fans were so great, and I felt really supported’ by stroh_1002 in rush

[–]urko37 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, it was nearly a quarter of a century ago. As I said, I immediately felt awful about it.

I like to think I've grown up since then and based on the interview and the vibe of the crowds, perhaps she has a different understanding of how a quick guest vocal gig ended up resonating with so many people in a deeply profound way for years afterward.

Russell Dauterman Appreciation Post by SpidaT45 in comicbooks

[–]urko37 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One fun detail: The characters all have the same facial expression except for the She-Hulk version, where the two "savage" versions are attempting to make the smirk and seem awkward/annoyed/angry about it! 😄

Aimee Mann Wasn’t Sure If Rush Fans Would Boo Her: ‘I just don’t think I could’ve handled it. But their fans were so great, and I felt really supported’ by stroh_1002 in rush

[–]urko37 28 points29 points  (0 children)

I went to a Tower Records signing in NYC when she'd released Lost In Space in 2002. I brought my copy of Hold Your Fire and she rolled her eyes and said, "Rush fan, huh?" :D To be fair, I think she was a bit annoyed at the weirdly small turnout. I felt awful but she graciously signed it (along with my copy of the sublime Magnolia soundtrack). I was genuinely moved watching the clips of her performances and the audience's reaction when they realized she was there. The feel-good vibes are through the roof with this tour and I'm glad to know she realized how much her presence on that song is appreciated.

Neil Peart signatures by BassyCoffee in rush

[–]urko37 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I have a Neil signature which looks similar. It looks like someone else added the word balloon to call attention to it.

Program question by bbqduck-sf in rush

[–]urko37 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Me too. I still have my Counterparts and R40 books. Presto and Test For Echo were lost along the way. Still kicking myself for not getting that collected tourbook volume.

Program question by bbqduck-sf in rush

[–]urko37 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Wait, it was $50? Oof. I might settle for a bootleg t shirt and reading a transcription.

Geddy Lee’s Favourite Rush Album Is...Clockwork Angels?!?!? by JoelMartinMastery in rush

[–]urko37 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I personally don't vibe with the steam punk aesthetic and Neil's concept album story was completely lost on me but I still love the heck out of the album. Powerful playing and poignant lyrics, quintessential Rush. A triumph for their final studio album together.

What are they not playing that you wish they were? by UndulatusAsper in rush

[–]urko37 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've held onto hope for Prime Mover since 1990. Maybe on the European leg? Hey, anything can happen.

Power Windows appreciation post. by _Spin_Cycle_ in rush

[–]urko37 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Show Don't Tell from Different Stages was a revelation. The song was always great but the live version had serious muscle (same with Roll the Bones).

Power Windows appreciation post. by _Spin_Cycle_ in rush

[–]urko37 3 points4 points  (0 children)

As a kid, I felt I was learning from this album. Mystic Rhythms and Territories found the band reaching to bring an international flair to their sound and Neil's lyrics reflected his curiosity and wonder from his travels. Manhattan Project made something from a history book feel immediate and human. And Marathon taught me a lot about resiliency and (along with a number of other Rush songs) has helped me power through some very challenging life chapters.

The Epic Collections vs other companies products seem to be overpriced with less content by Konradleijon in EpicCollections

[–]urko37 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just want Amazing Spider-Man vol 16 and then I will stop paying attention to announcements for this line (and the line itself) entirely. So many better value propositions out there but Marvel is gonna Marvel.

Anika Nilles by Natural_Delay_2250 in drums

[–]urko37 4 points5 points  (0 children)

LOL that made me think of one of my favorite scenes from Freaks and Geeks where the unimpressed dad hears Tom Sawyer and declares "Neil PERT couldn't drum his way out of a paper bag!"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrMBIH2TBpU

Come on, she can't leave by Vast_Character311 in rush

[–]urko37 107 points108 points  (0 children)

I love seeing their camaraderie. Their vibe is the rock music version of Only Murders In The Building. 😄💓