I thoroughly enjoyed the cinema broadcast of "Time Stand Still" last night, RUSH's new documentary on the R40 tour, and it got me thinking, what is it about classic prog bands coming to an end in the city of angels (Los Angeles)?
The documentary did spend a lot of time towards the end talking about RUSH's final concert at the Forum in L.A. but it was only until later on that I realized the significance of Los Angeles and the end of classic prog bands there.
Besides RUSH, Genesis played their final shows (for now…) in 2007 at the Hollywood Bowl, and Yes played their final US concert with all 5 classic members (Jon, Chris, Steve, Rick & Alan) in 2004 at Universal City just outside of L.A. (followed by a single concert in Mexico City)
Anyway, getting back to RUSH, the end of the film was very emotional, and after seeing the film, I truly believe that RUSH is over. There won't be any more albums or live performances.
It's sad, but I'm happy that I got to experience as many great concerts from them as I did. R40 was an especially amazing show, and I'm grateful for the fact that they all agreed to go out there one more time, cause it was truly awesome!