RUSH Rush Vinyl Record LP Canadian Anthem 1978 Blue Label ANR-1-1001

Rush - Rush
(Scarce Canadian Pressing with Blue Anthem Label. Housed in Picture Sleeve)

Format: Vinyl Record - LP Album (33 rpm)
Country: Canadian
Year: 1978
Label: Anthem
Catalogue No. ANR-1-1001

Matrix / Runout (Side A, runout, etched): (RECORDI(etched out)) ANR-!-1001 (ANR-3-1013(etched out)) -A-SIDE1 (3(in circle and etched out))
Matrix / Runout (Side B, runout, etched): ANR-1-1001 (ANR-3-1013 A(etched out)) SIDE2 (3 (in circle and etched out))

Condition: VG+/EX- (Sleeve is in clean condition. It has some surface wear. The vinyl is in clean condition. It has a few surface marks)

Track Listing:
1. Finding My Way
2. Need Some Love
3. Take A Friend
4. Here Again
5. What You're Doing
6. In The Mood
7. Before And After
8. Working Man

Own a definitive piece of Canadian rock history with this sought-after 1978 reissue of Rush's self-titled debut album.

This scarce Canadian pressing is presented on the iconic Blue Anthem Records label (ANR-1-1001), the label founded by the band's management to house their legendary discography. This copy is a verified early Anthem run, featuring the distinctive matrix/runout etchings that collectors look for, including the corrected "ANR-1-1001" and the characteristic etched-out "ANR-3-1013" and "Recordi" marks. These technical details confirm its origin from the original Canadian masters used during the late 70s transition.

Musically, this is the raw, heavy-rock foundation of the band, featuring the powerhouse drumming of John Rutsey alongside Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson. It includes the timeless blue-collar anthem "Working Man", as well as fan favourites like "Finding My Way" and "In The Mood".

The vinyl is graded at EX- (Excellent Minus), remaining clean with a few surface marks that do not detract from the powerful, punchy audio quality these Canadian pressings are known for. The original picture sleeve is in VG+ condition, showing honest surface wear consistent with its age, but remaining crisp and structurally sound.

For fans of Canadian classic rock and audiophile vinyl, this Blue Anthem edition of Rush is a significant upgrade over standard US pressings and a staple for any serious collection.

This 1978 Blue Anthem pressing is highly prized as the definitive Canadian successor to the original 1974 Moon Records release. Unlike standard international exports, these Anthem-label copies were produced on the band's own home-grown label using superior mastering plates, offering a punchier, more authentic sound for tracks like "Working Man".