Rush
Rush: The Band

Rush has borrowed heavily from the realms of sci-fi, fantasy, and even philosophy during its 4-decade history, laying claim to spot #86 on the RIAA list of certified record sales, with 25 million of their albums or "units" being sold in the US alone. Total sales around the globe likely hover around the 40-million mark. They've achieved 24 gold albums, 14 platinum albums, and 3 multi-platinum albums -- feats that are as much a tribute to their constant, persistent production values, as much as to their popularity and musical appeal.
Rush: The Members

Geddy Lee
Vocalist and frontman Geddy Lee has a voice that often strikes immediate and definite opinions in the listener. Some describe it as "screeching" while others prefer "wailing". Either way, Lee's voice is on the higher end of the scales (though it has deepened over time). What has never been the subject of critical scorn is his guitar playing abilities. His technique is nothing short of extraordinary, and his playing has inspired many other iconic guitar players of this age -- Iron Maiden's Steve Harris and Metallica's Cliff Burton, just to name a couple. But perhaps even more impressive is his ability to play multiple instruments at the same time. He does this frequently during live performances, refusing to have other musicians step in for what he's laid down on the album. He often sings, plays bass guitar, operates keyboards, and utilizes foot petals -- all simultaneously.
Alex Lifeson
Lead guitarist Alex Lifeson is also highly acclaimed for his technical abilities, most specifically, his unique riffs, use of electronic effects, unusual chord structures, and amazing array of equipment. Borrowing from greats like Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and Jeff Beck, Lifeson's playing sometimes displays inspiration from both classical music and Spanish tunes. These unique touches made Rush's sound stand out significantly during the 70's. During the 80's, Rush's music leaned more heavily on Lee's keyboards, but by the 90's, his unique style was back front and center.
Neil Peart


Rush announced plans to cease large-scale touring at the end of 2015, much to the fans' chagrin. However, the band remains intact and there is still hope for some future production. The last public offering came in the form of their latest documentary, Time Stand Still.
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