RUSH JUDGMENT

A dismal review of a Rush album is a given, especially from the L.A. Times (Record Rack, Sept. 29). However, a band that has consistently produced gold albums and sold out arena concerts for the past 20 years, despite reviews like Steve Appleford’s, warrants a little more coverage than an “In Brief” review.

There is a legitimate place for Rush in today’s music. In fact, Rush is a true alternative band for those seeking something thoughtful and well-crafted, and not simply attitude, from their music.

MARK FRANKLIN

Los Angeles