Power Windows saw Rush leaning heavily into the synthesizers and slick production that marked their mid-80s output, a sound that divided fans of their earlier progressive rock work. The album's elaborate arrangements and electronic textures were a deliberate attempt to maintain relevance in a changing musical landscape.
- The album was produced by Peter Collins, who worked with the band again on Hold Your Fire. It was recorded at The Metalworks in Toronto, and also at George Martin's AIR Studios in Montserrat.
- Power Windows was the first Rush album to feature no acoustic guitar. While not reaching the commercial heights of Signals or Moving Pictures, it still charted well, hitting #22 on the Billboard 200.
- The album's sound, heavily influenced by synthesizers and intricate production, was a conscious effort by the band to adapt to the prevailing sounds of the mid-1980s. This direction alienated some long-time fans who preferred their earlier, more guitar-driven progressive rock sound.
Rush was a Canadian rock trio formed in Toronto in 1968, known for their conceptual lyrics, complex song structures, and virtuosity. By 1985, the band had evolved from their earlier hard rock sound, incorporating synthesizers and a more polished production style.
Tracklist
