Bastille Day

Rush
Caress of Steel (1975)
Intense 170 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range8/10
Sudden Changesmoderate
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: High-energy progressive rock with aggressive guitar riffs, driving rhythms, and Geddy Lee's piercing, urgent vocals create a forceful sensory experience. Dense instrumentation and tempo shifts demand attention without overwhelming abrasiveness.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

Opening track from Rush's Caress of Steel album, using the storming of the Bastille as an allegory for revolution against tyranny, featuring heavy riffs and passionate vocals.

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Moods: energetic, intense, rebellious

Traditions: hard rock, progressive rock

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