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Rush Guitarist Alex Lifeson Looks Back on Tough Times

Robert Ham — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:30:13 +0000

Canadian rockers Rush have a lot to celebrate this year: 45 years of playing music together, a current tour that's selling out arenas all over North America and of course, their recent induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. But it hasn't always been easy, as guitarist Alex Lifeson admits in a new interview.

Rush, Heart 2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Highlights

Dave Lifton — Sat, 18 May 2013 14:02:48 +0000

At 9:00PM Eastern tonight (May 18), HBO will air highlights from the 2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. However, if you don't have HBO, or if you don't want to wait until tonight to relive that evening, we have everything you need here.

Rush Deliver Towering 'Clockwork Angels' Show in Uncasville, Conn. – Photo Gallery

Mary Ouellette — Mon, 13 May 2013 09:18:01 +0000

“Glad you could make it tonight, we have six to eight million songs or so to play for you,” Rush bassist, vocalist and all-around prankster Geddy Lee jokingly said, addressing a sold out Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. Thursday night (May 9). Although he may have been exaggerating a bit, it summoned loud cheers from the crowd at the mere thought of it. When you have 19 albums under your belt and many songs that clock in at six to seven minutes, the options are pretty wide open on any given night.

Dave Grohl on Meeting Rush: 'I Started F—ing Crying'

Jeff Giles — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 09:49:29 +0000

No matter how successful a person might be in his chosen field, he can still have heroes who make him feel like a kid again. Just ask Dave Grohl, who had what sounds like a deeply emotional experience when meeting up with the members of Rush for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony.

Rush Win One Juno Award, Up for Another

Ken Kelley — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 16:22:31 +0000

Fresh off this past Thursday's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Rush won the Rock Album of the Year Juno award for 'Clockwork Angels' last night in Regina, Saskatchewan. The group beat out alt.rockers Billy Talent, retro-rock band the Sheepdogs, the Tragically Hip and Big Wreck to walk away with the eighth Juno award of their career.

Rush Perform With Foo Fighters at Hall of Fame Induction

Billy Dukes — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 14:44:19 +0000

Rush were the runaway stars at the 2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony last night. And one of the show's highlights found the trio onstage with two members of the Foo Fighters, who performed the final minute of '2112''s classic 'Overture' with the newly inducted band. Dave Grohl and Taylor Hawkins even dressed in vintage Rush outfits -- Grohl as Alex Lifeson and Hawkins as Neil Peart -- complete with wigs.

Rush Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction – Photo Gallery

Mary Ouellette — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 13:52:58 +0000

Last night during the 28th annual induction ceremony for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Canadian progressive rock trio Rush finally joined the celebrated cast. As expected, their fans were there in full force to support them last night (April 18) with earth-shaking applause and standing ovations at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Calif.

Rush Inducted Into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Jeff Giles — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 12:13:50 +0000

Well, it finally happened, Rush fans -- the legendary Canadian power trio is finally, officially, ensconced in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Dave Grohl may have phrased it best in his induction speech for the band, when he asked the audience in mock puzzlement: "When the f--- did Rush become cool?"

Rush Immortalized on New Stamp

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 19:20:24 +0000

As if finally being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame weren't enough, the members of Rush are receiving another high honor. The Canadian progressive rock trio have been chosen as one of a series of rock acts featured in the Canadian Recording Artists stamp series, issued by Canada Post.

Rush Fans Outraged as Original Drummer Snubbed by Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Nick DeRiso — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 12:13:57 +0000

Rush’s induction page on the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame web site has been completed — and it leaves out original drummer John Rutsey, creating a stir among long-time fans. Rutsey, perhaps best known for his work on Rush’s 1974 track “Working Man,” was a school-age friend of future Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson. The [...]

'Rush' Trailer: Chris Hemsworth Feels the Need for Speed

Britt Hayes — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 21:41:56 +0000

Director Ron Howard‘s ‘Rush‘ debuted its first trailer not long ago, but now the US version has hit, featuring Chris Hemsworth and a whole of lot Formula 1 racing action. If you’re looking for another ‘Fast and Furious,’ Ron Howard’s ‘Rush’ isn’t exactly that — the race car drama has plenty of action, but there’s no [...]

Alice Cooper, Rush, Tom Petty + More Announced for Summerfest 2013 Lineup

Jeff Giles — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 13:35:49 +0000

As if anyone really needed another reason to wish they were in Milwaukee during late June and early July, this year’s Summerfest lineup looks like the classic rock party of a lifetime. The event, slated to take place June 26-30 and July 2-7, is assembling a typically crowded list of talent that includes the Eagles, [...]

'Rush' Trailer: Faster and More Furious?

Mike Sampson — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 12:50:40 +0000

If 'Fast and Furious 6' doesn't satisfy your need for speed, there's another high-octane racing film on its way this year - the Formula 1 set pic 'Rush' starring 'Thor' himself, Chris Hemsworth. While it may not have as much action as 'Fast and Furious,' it looks like it's trying to offer something up a little more dramatic. Is it successful? Let's watch the 'Rush' trailer and find out.

Illustrated History of Rush to Be Released

Dave Lifton — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 18:24:58 +0000

As one of the most successful and influential bands of the last 40 years, Rush‘s music and lyrics have long been the subject of literary scrutity. Now, a new book takes a further look at why they have been so important. ‘Rush: The Illustrated History,’ which will be released on May 15 on Voyageur Press, [...]

Geddy Lee Throws Out First Pitch at Toronto Blue Jays Home Opener

Jeff Giles — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 14:42:25 +0000

While some of us might still like to think of the guys in Rush as being musical wizards who exist out of time, they're actually regular guys who enjoy regular guy things -- like baseball fan Geddy Lee, who had the honor of throwing out the first pitch at the Toronto Blue Jays' home opener on Tuesday (April 2).

Velvet Underground, Rush + More Featured on 'Lords of Salem' Soundtrack

Dave Lifton — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 17:21:07 +0000

The Velvet Underground and Rush -- as disparate classic rock bands as you can find - will nonetheless soon find themselves on the same album. Both groups will be featured on the soundtrack to 'The Lords of Salem,' a new film by Rob Zombie.

Foo Fighters Dave Grohl and Taylor Hawkins to Induct Rush at 2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Ceremony

Billy Dukes — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 20:20:31 +0000

Foo Fighters bandmates Dave Grohl and Taylor Hawkins will induct Rush into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this April, during a ceremony in Los Angeles, Calif. A press release at RockHall.com also revealed who will induct Albert King, Randy Newman and Donna Summer, but didn't mention what artist will do the honors for Heart or Public Enemy.

Rush Adds New 2013 Tour Dates

Billy Dukes — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 18:52:59 +0000

Rush has added nine new 'Clockwork Angels' tour dates in North America, in order to satisfy high demand. After mounting a successful 2012 tour and releasing an acclaimed album of the same name last June, the band will visit venues in Florida, Texas, Tennessee and states along the East Coast, with more American and Canadian dates to be announced soon.

Rush to Release '2112′ iBook

Billy Dukes — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 14:44:13 +0000

To coincide with the release of deluxe editions of Rush's 1976 album '2112,' the band is releasing a 66-page iBook at iTunes. A comparison of descriptions of the iBook to the hardcover book that comes with the Super Deluxe edition indicates that they are essentially the same thing, although one gets a few band photos not published in the hardcover when they download this digital version, which does not come with the music.

Rush, Heart, Randy Newman Lead 2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees

Billy Dukes — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 19:47:38 +0000

At long last, Rush has made it into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The Canadian rockers -- who along with Kiss were the two most debated qualifiers of recent years -- join five other acts to be honored at the April 18, 2013 ceremony in Cleveland. Fan vote overwhelmingly favored Geddy Lee and company, although it appears that didn't weigh too heavily into the Hall of Fame's selections.