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Lyle S. Russell

Lyle S. Russell

Parks and Rec Programmer by day, writer by night! Outdoorsman, historian, author, woodworker, and lover of all things Star Wars. And before you ask... yes, working at Parks and Rec is just like the tv show, only crazier. Debut novel, "Code Name: Augustine" coming soon. Check it out!

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The Top Ten List of My Favorite Rock and Roll Songs of All Time
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The Top Ten List of My Favorite Rock and Roll Songs of All Time

While doing my Sunday morning workout and listening to my rock playlist (which consists of 316 songs), It occurred to me there are really only about ten of those tracks that really get me moving. There are many lists out there, but this one is mine. Get ready to rock! Continue reading The Top Ten List of My Favorite Rock and Roll Songs of All Time

What Rush’s Song, Cygnus X-1, Can Teach Us About The Current Political Climate in America
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What Rush’s Song, Cygnus X-1, Can Teach Us About The Current Political Climate in America

Political commentary is a dangerous minefield these days, but art does imitate life. This song is no different and was a prophecy before its time. Continue reading What Rush’s Song, Cygnus X-1, Can Teach Us About The Current Political Climate in America

My Dream Set List: RUSH
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My Dream Set List: RUSH

The R40 Tour in 2015 was their last, and it featured songs from across their catalog, but it needed more oomph in my opinion. So now, let’s turn their final set list on it’s ear and speculate on what it should have been! Continue reading My Dream Set List: RUSH

Rush Review – Clockwork Angels, The Band's Legacy, & Final Thoughts
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Rush Review – Clockwork Angels, The Band's Legacy, & Final Thoughts

The final review of Rush’s 20th studio album is here! Check out the rock and roll legacy they leave behind here! Continue reading Rush Review – Clockwork Angels, The Band's Legacy, & Final Thoughts

Rush Review – The 2k's: "Vapor Trails" & "Snakes and Arrows"
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Rush Review – The 2k's: "Vapor Trails" & "Snakes and Arrows"

Author‘s Note: This article originally appeared on another website I write for, That Hashtag Show, and appeared on March 23rd, … Continue reading Rush Review – The 2k's: "Vapor Trails" & "Snakes and Arrows"

Rush Review – The 90’s: “Counterparts” & “Test for Echo”
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Rush Review – The 90’s: “Counterparts” & “Test for Echo”

Counterparts – 1993 Riding the success of Roll the Bones, the boys got back in studio two years later for … Continue reading Rush Review – The 90’s: “Counterparts” & “Test for Echo”

Listen To Music While You Write? I Say Yes, You Can!
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Listen To Music While You Write? I Say Yes, You Can!

Struggling with your writing? Open your mind with a little bit of music. Continue reading Listen To Music While You Write? I Say Yes, You Can!

Rush Review – 80’s-90’s: “Presto” and “Roll the Bones”
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Rush Review – 80’s-90’s: “Presto” and “Roll the Bones”

The Rush Review details two albums in the discography; 1989’s Presto and 1991’s Roll The Bones. Read on to see why these albums are so special to me. Continue reading Rush Review – 80’s-90’s: “Presto” and “Roll the Bones”

Rush Review – the 80’s: “Power Windows” & “Hold Your Fire”
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Rush Review – the 80’s: “Power Windows” & “Hold Your Fire”

Author’s Note: This review was originally published on another website I write for, That Hashtag Show, and was published on … Continue reading Rush Review – the 80’s: “Power Windows” & “Hold Your Fire”

Rush Review – The 80’s: “Signals” and “Grace Under Pressure”
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Rush Review – The 80’s: “Signals” and “Grace Under Pressure”

In the next installment, the Rush Review covers two early 80s albums: 1982’s Signals and 1984’s Grace Under Pressure! Check it out here! Continue reading Rush Review – The 80’s: “Signals” and “Grace Under Pressure”

Rush Review – The 80’s: “Permanent Waves” & “Moving Pictures”
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Rush Review – The 80’s: “Permanent Waves” & “Moving Pictures”

Author’s Note: This article originally appeared on another website I write for, That Hashtag Show, on January 30th, 2020 Permanent … Continue reading Rush Review – The 80’s: “Permanent Waves” & “Moving Pictures”

Rush Review – The 70’s: “A Farewell to Kings” & “Hemispheres”
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Rush Review – The 70’s: “A Farewell to Kings” & “Hemispheres”

Author’s note: This article originally ppeared on another website I write for, That Hashtag Show, on January 24th, 2020 A … Continue reading Rush Review – The 70’s: “A Farewell to Kings” & “Hemispheres”

Rush Review – The 70’s: “2112”
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Rush Review – The 70’s: “2112”

The Rush Review rolls on with 1975’s 2112! This one is in my top-3 best Rush albums list and it was so much fun to review. Continue reading Rush Review – The 70’s: “2112”

Rush Review – The 70’s: “Caress of Steel”
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Rush Review – The 70’s: “Caress of Steel”

As far as their recording label is concerned, 1975’s Caress of Steel was not a success. The highest it got to on the Billboard 200 is 148th, However, mega-fans love it and often refer to it as Rush’s most underrated triumph. Continue reading Rush Review – The 70’s: “Caress of Steel”

Rush Review– The 70’s: “Rush” and “Fly by Night”
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Rush Review– The 70’s: “Rush” and “Fly by Night”

Author’s note: This article originally appeared on another website I write for, http://www.thathashtagshow.com. This, and my Rush articles that follow … Continue reading Rush Review– The 70’s: “Rush” and “Fly by Night”

Rush – 40 Years of Geek Rock-n-Roll
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Rush – 40 Years of Geek Rock-n-Roll

A look back at Rush’s 40 years of Geek Rock & Roll. Join me through four decades of the highs and lows of the Canadian progressive-rock super-group! Continue reading Rush – 40 Years of Geek Rock-n-Roll

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