Rush - Vapor Trails [2 Black LPs, Indie Exclusive, SYEOR]

Rush's comeback after a six-year absence, Vapor Trails was remixed in 2013 by David Bottrill, bringing clarity and power to an album born from profound tragedy. Following personal losses in drummer Neil Peart's life that nearly ended the band, this 2002 release marked their return to music with deeply personal lyrics and a guitar-dominated sound. This 2026 Start Your Ear Off Right (SYEOR) pressing offers the definitive version of an album that proved Rush could rise from the ashes.

For the first time since 1975, Rush recorded without keyboards, allowing Alex Lifeson to craft rich, layered guitar parts that deliver a heavier, more raw sound. The album blends hard-hitting tracks like "One Little Victory," "Earthshine," and "Ghost Rider" with more introspective moments such as the title track "Vapor Trail" and "Secret Touch." Geddy Lee praised the remix for giving new life to songs ranging from the fiery energy of "One Little Victory" to the melodic beauty of "Sweet Miracle."

This double LP edition presents the 2013 remix that corrected the original's controversial production issues, offering balanced sound with proper dynamics. The remix transforms the listening experience while maintaining the album's intense emotional core. As part of Rhino's Start Your Ear Off Right 2026 series (SYEOR), this limited edition indie exclusive pressing brings Rush's most personal work to vinyl with the sonic clarity it deserves.

• Format: 2 Black Vinyl LPs
• Standout tracks: "One Little Victory," "Earthshine," "Ghost Rider," "Sweet Miracle"
• Pressing details: Limited Edition, Indie Exclusive, Start Your Ear Off Right 2026, 2013 remix by David Bottrill
• Genre/style: Progressive Rock, Hard Rock, Alternative Rock
• UPC: 603497816538

This pressing captures Rush at their most vulnerable and powerful, proving that even after unimaginable loss, the power trio could create music that resonates with raw emotion and technical brilliance.

* The Spotify track list may not exactly represent the tracks and audio of this LP edition.

Track List:

Side A:

1. One Little Victory
2. Ceiling Unlimited
3. Ghost Rider

Side B:

1. Peaceable Kingdom
2. The Stars Look Down
3. How It Is
4. Vapor Trail

Side C:

1. Secret Touch
2. Earthshine
3. Sweet Miracle

Side D:

1. Nocturne
2. Freeze Part IV Of "Fear"
3. Out Of The Cradle