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puma 
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 Posted: August 29 2007 at 21:57 |
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I voted for probably my favorite frontman, Geddy. No matter who writes what lyrics, Geddy and Alex write the majority of the music, and Geddy is just a whirlwind onstage. His singing is unique and he is the main portal through which we are given Rush's music. Plus there is something about the way he acts onstage that makes me very happy, almost as if I would be the exact same way onstage. So I guess he strikes a chord with me as a creative frontman who presents the songs in an interesting manner and gives them new life, so to speak, more so than the other two. Not to say that the other two aren't amazing live too. But second only to Mel Collins, Geddy Lee is my favorite professional musician.
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Posted: August 29 2007 at 23:29 |
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Is that pic from Atlanta on their most recent tour? If not it looks just like that venue...Anyway I vote Alex
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1800iareyay
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Posted: August 29 2007 at 23:31 |
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^ Are you a resident of GA as well, Wire? I vote Alex. It's wonderful to see him finally getting recognition
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willy
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Posted: August 29 2007 at 23:33 |
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Musically, id like to think Lifeson is most creative. His quirky and augmenting use of chords (especially late 70's and early 80's) is just too cool. As a whole, i'd say Neil: hes quite an accomlished drummer and lyricist, as well as an author, and i'm sure hes written lots of other stuff that nobody's ever seen.
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ProgFan
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Posted: August 30 2007 at 03:09 |
Alex Lifeson for me!!! 
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erik neuteboom
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Posted: August 30 2007 at 04:42 |
When I created this thread I had the idea that it would be a difficult choice and indeed, reading the posts (thanks for joining  ) it appears to be a diffcult choice and some even decided not to choose which is still a choice  !
Personally I had expected that Neil Peart would outnumber Alex Lifeson in this poll because worldwide Neil gets the most recognition for his drumming but on the other hand Alex has more competition as a guitarplayer.
I took the pictures from this great site:
The current #1 in this poll is:
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febus
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Posted: August 30 2007 at 07:30 |
poor GEDDY LEE!! trailing so badly!!! one more vote for you!
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StyLaZyn
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Posted: August 30 2007 at 10:46 |
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Lifeson, hands down. I base my decision on Victor vs. My Favorite Headache. While Ged's songs are good, Victor is very creative. Alex tries so many new things.
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Posted: August 30 2007 at 11:02 |
Wow that's a toughie! I voted for Geddy as he sings, plays Bass and Keyboards and writes the music with Alex.
If any of the 3 members left though Rush could no longer exist IMO so really they are equally important.
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Posted: August 30 2007 at 20:06 |
Ayn Rand 
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Zargus
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Posted: August 30 2007 at 20:37 |
I always tought it was Peart with all his wierd drums and stuff and writing all the lyrics by himself. 
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meinmatrix
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Posted: August 31 2007 at 04:34 |
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They are all great, but from what i've read recently, Neil Peart seems to be the driving force behind many albums. This applies especially to Snakes and Arrows album.
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Yorkie X
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Posted: August 31 2007 at 05:17 |
Lifeson wins ?  << shocked
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A B Negative
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Posted: August 31 2007 at 05:39 |
Because of his appearance in Trailer Park Boys
Because he looks like my friend Iain H (guitarist in Part Chimp)
Because I think he should have his fingers broken to stop him playing parts that are too difficult for me to play...
Alex wins!
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"The disgusting stink of a too-loud electric guitar.... Now, that's my idea of a good time."
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EliasMisael
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Posted: September 02 2007 at 13:55 |
Yeah, it's really hard to choose. But the most creative creature of these three is Alex Lifeson, his chord lexicon, his sound. Only we should listen to his solo on Double Agent, an ode to creativity Period.
Though decision it´s like someone asking you which of your sons did you prefer?
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Alter our perceptions
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Posted: September 03 2007 at 12:25 |
 Yorkie X wrote:
Toss up between Lee or Peart , I think Victor proved its definitely not Lifeson (what a shonky album that was)
Also Lifeson would be the easiest person to replace if there ever comes a time 
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Sure, but who's left to handle Florida hotel security staff ?
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"Here I am talking to some of the smartest people in the world and I didn't even notice,” Lieutenant Columbo, episode The Bye-Bye Sky-High I.Q. Murder Case.
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debrewguy
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Posted: September 03 2007 at 12:26 |
jimidom wrote:
Atavachron wrote:
John Rutsey and all the drummers that have died in freak gardening-related incidents
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I vote for Neil. |
JOHN RUTSEY RULES ! Well maybe not, but I'm sure John Rutsey Lives ! 
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"Here I am talking to some of the smartest people in the world and I didn't even notice,” Lieutenant Columbo, episode The Bye-Bye Sky-High I.Q. Murder Case.
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steve j
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Posted: October 04 2007 at 16:15 |
What nutcase thought of this poll.
I vote Lee. Without Geddy we would not have their unique sound.
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Dean
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Posted: October 04 2007 at 16:22 |
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I haven't a clue... Frank Marino?
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What?
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erik neuteboom
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Posted: October 04 2007 at 16:34 |
That's the spirit Darqdean, good post, thanks By the way, why don't you post at that level in a thread about Progressive versus Prog?
Edited by erik neuteboom - October 04 2007 at 16:35
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Who's the most creative Rush member?
