Fly by Night - February 1975 Vinyl

About Fly by Night - 2nd Studio Recording

Fly by Night was recorded at Toronto Sound Studios on Overlea Boulevard—a familiar spot for the band, as they had also tracked parts of their debut album there, and would go on to record their next two records, Caress of Steel and *2112*, in the same space.

By this time, the band's lineup had shifted. Original drummer John Rutsey departed, and with only a week’s notice, Neil Peart stepped in just in time for Rush’s first American tour. It wasn't long before Peart took on more than just drumming duties; he also became the band's primary lyricist. His influence led Rush to embrace a more literary lyrical style, charting a course that was a stark departure from their self-titled debut.