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

Mary Ouellette — Mon, 13 May 2013 16:44:01 +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.

Rush Win One Juno Award, Up for Another

Ken Kelley — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 17:40:31 +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 Inducted Into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Jeff Giles — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:19:50 +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 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 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 [...]

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

Jeff Giles — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 19:19:49 +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, [...]

Illustrated History of Rush to Be Released

Dave Lifton — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 14:24:58 +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, [...]

Rush Shows 'More Fun' With String Section, Says Geddy Lee

Ken Kelley — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 12:30:57 +0000

Leave it to legendary Canadian band Rush to change things up even after all these years. After having performed live as a trio for the past 40-plus years, the group has brought a string section to join them on stage for their 'Clockwork Angels' world tour, and they are enjoying having the extra manpower on stage.

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.

Rush Bobbleheads Return to the Limelight

Jeff Giles — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 17:09:35 +0000

They don't have a reputation for being the most tie-in-hungry rock band out there (cough), but the guys in Rush have enough of a sense of humor to sign off on the occasional oddball licensed product. Case in point: Rush bobblehead dolls.

Rush to Release DVD of 'Clockwork Angels' Tour

Dave Lifton — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 20:26:05 +0000

Future Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Rush will release a DVD chronicling their recent 'Clockwork Angels' tour on May 21. The news comes courtesy of the Rush Is a Band fan site.

Rush Book Sitcom Appearance, Receive Lullaby Album Treatment

Jeff Giles — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 16:05:41 +0000

The guys in Rush already had big plans for 2013, what with that whole Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction thing coming up in April and all -- but it's far from the only place that fans can look for the members of the band this year.

Rush to Release '2112′ iBook

Billy Dukes — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 17:30:13 +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 to Release Super Deluxe Version of '2112′ Album

Billy Dukes — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 13:23:17 +0000

Rush will re-release their 1976 album '2112' in 2012. A description on Amazon lists Dec. 18 as the day three separate versions of the project will be available, although all three sets are available for pre-order now. '2112' was a comeback album for the Canadian rock band, after 'Caress of Steel' flopped.

Heart, Rush, Deep Purple + More Nominated for 2013 Induction in Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Jeff Giles — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 13:14:36 +0000

Grousing about the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's nominees for induction has become an annual tradition, but this year, several groups of long-suffering fans may be surprised to find themselves without an axe to grind: At long last, perennial "why aren't they in the Hall?" favorites Rush are on the ballot.

Rush's Lifeson On Power Trio Format: 'It Keeps Us On Our Toes'

Matt Wardlaw — Fri, 27 Jul 2012 14:40:32 +0000

Operating in the power trio format has left Rush with a lot of sound to fill onstage and on record over the years, a task they’ve more than capably covered without missing a single beat. Guitarist Alex Lifeson thrives on the pressure that the situation presents. He tells Guitar World that “it’s more challenging that [...]

Rush's Alex Lifeson Shares Love for the Album Experience

Chad Childers — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 14:13:43 +0000

Rush may not be burning up a singles chart or have the hot radio jam of the summer, but that’s quite alright with guitarist Alex Lifeson. That’s because he says that their latest disc, ‘Clockwork Angels,’ is meant to be experienced as a full album.

Rush's Geddy Lee Mixes Wine With Charity

Chad Childers — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 12:15:10 +0000

It’s true that Rush loves their beer, as detailed in one of their past tour riders. But for singer/bassist Geddy Lee, it’s his love of wine that’s opened a brand new door for him.

Police Drummer Stewart Copeland On His Good-Natured Rivalry With Rush's Neil Peart

Matt Wardlaw — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 15:18:23 +0000

Police drummer Stewart Copeland might not be the biggest fan of the music of Rush, but he and fellow skinsman Neil Peart are longtime friends keeping a good-natured rivalry regarding their craft and individual personalities.