Live V, as you all know, was released a week after Sept. 11, 2001. It was seemingly about those horrible events, and has come to represent a beam of hope in those dark days. For those who think and feel Sept. 11 is a wound that will never heal. Watching Overcome, Simple Creed and Like a Soldier off 'Awake' a while ago was a tearful experience. It's good to not forget.

My favourite song from that album is 'The Ride.' I've even transcribed the lyrics on the 'Favourite non-Rush Lyrics' thread on the Rush message board which is my cyberhome. I push Live over there just as I will no doubt push Rush over here. Our own Rushgirl is a big fan of Live. Anyway, I don't know what it is exactly but something about Live (maybe Ed's voice) just gives me goosebumps every time. I've got 'em right now just thinking about it.

I cannot say which album is my favourite. I love them all equally and am happy that it appears that Live is making a new album. And will there ever be a Live Live? Can't wait for that!

But because of the above reasons Live V will always stand apart in my heart and mind.