Roll the Bones
Rush · 1991
48 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · heavy metal
A blend of melodic hooks and introspective lyrics wrapped in progressive rock intricacies.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions thought-provoking lyrical themes
- Context
- Released on September 3, 1991, 'Roll the Bones' marked Rush's fourteenth studio album and followed their 1989 release 'Presto'. At this point, the band was navigating a new era in their sound with a more accessible approach while still retaining their progressive roots, reflecting a shift following the departure of guitarist Alex Lifeson for personal reasons during the late '80s.
- If you like
- alternative rock, hard rock, heavy metal
Roll the Bones is an album by Rush, released in 1991. A blend of melodic hooks and introspective lyrics wrapped in progressive rock intricacies. The album peaked at number 3 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing Rush's enduring popularity in the early '90s. It is noted for its exploration of themes like chance and fate, and has been influential in the alternative rock scene, impacting bands that emerged in the following decade. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Roll the Bones sound like?
A blend of melodic hooks and introspective lyrics wrapped in progressive rock intricacies. Rooted in alternative rock and hard rock.
What makes Roll the Bones by Rush notable?
The album peaked at number 3 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing Rush's enduring popularity in the early '90s. It is noted for its exploration of themes like chance and fate, and has been influential in the alternative rock scene, impacting bands that emerged in the following decade. Released on September 3, 1991, 'Roll the Bones' marked Rush's fourteenth studio album and followed their 1989 release 'Presto'. At this point, the band was navigating a new era in their sound with a more accessible approach while still retaining their progressive roots, reflecting a shift following the departure of guitarist Alex Lifeson for personal reasons during the late '80s.
Who is Roll the Bones for?
Roll the Bones works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and thought-provoking lyrical themes.
How many songs are on Roll the Bones?
Roll the Bones has 10 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dreamline Standout 4:37
- 2 Bravado Standout 4:35
- 3 Roll the Bones Standout 5:30
- 4 Face Up 3:54
- 5 Where's My Thing? (Part IV, "Gangster of Boats" Trilogy) 3:49
- 6 The Big Wheel 5:12
- 7 Heresy 5:25
- 8 Ghost of a Chance 5:18
- 9 Neurotica 4:40
- 10 You Bet Your Life 4:59
Release Date
September 3, 1991
Artist Origin
Canada
Runtime
48 min 4 sec
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