My girlfriend is playing Dungeons & Dragons online right now. I heard another player over Jeannie’s speakers ask, “Are we gonna sweet-talk this guy or are we gonna kill his ass?”

Really, so much in life comes down to that simple dichotomy, doesn’t it?

You may ponder this while I go to bed to try to shake off a head-cold.

With a name like “Rush,” you’d think they’d move with more alacrity. The Canadian power-rock trio renowned for hits like “Closer to the Heart” and “Tom Sawyer” has completed their first album of original material since 2002. It’s called “Snakes & Arrows,” and the radio single, “Far Cry,” is now available via their Web site. The full album will be available May 1st. 

Have I mentioned that I love Rush? Because, y’know, I love Rush.  

It’s gonna be a loooonnnggg month-and-a-half.