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Tue, Mar 10, 2026

Attention All Planets of the Solar Federation ...

Rush extends their Fifty Something tour to Europe and South America in 2027. Details, ticket info, and more here.
Rush has announced the release of their long-anticipated 40th anniversary Grace Under Pressure box set on March 13th with pre-orders now available. Details here.
The Rheostatics' featuring Rush's Alex Lifeson performed their new album The Great Lakes Suite at a pair of shows at TD Music Hall on 11/21-2. Details, videos, photos and more here.
Geddy Lee's new baseball book 72 Stories now available to purchase and Ged did a signing at the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum Oct. 11. Details, photos and more here.
Geddy Lee has releaseed a paperback edition of his 2023 memoir My Effin' Life including a new bonus chapter titled My Effin' Appendix. Details here.
Alex Lifeson sits in with Tom Morello's band in Toronto to perform Limelight. Details, video and more here.
Rush: The Albums - 2002-2012 7-LP box set now available for purchase. Details here.
Rush 50th anniversary compilation box set NOW AVAILABLE. Details, tracklist, photos, reviews and more here.
Neil Peart's Silver Surfers coffee table book now available for purchase. Details, cover and more here.
RIAB now has an official YouTube channel, full of videos of Rush references, old interviews and live clips. Check it out and SUBSCRIBE here
Tue, Mar 10, 2026@10:57AM | comments

Author Daniel Bukszpan is following up his 2024 book Rush at 50 with a new Rush book celebrating the 50th anniversary of Rush's 2112, which released in late March of 1976 (exact date unknown but likely around March 26th). Rush And 2112: 50 Years comes in at 176 pages and is now available to purchase via Amazon and other retailers. From the press release:

... Rush and 2112: 50 Years tells the complete story behind this landmark album through:

* A deep exploration of how 2112 was created and why it remains the band's masterpiece
* Track‑by‑track analysis, including insight into the iconic 20‑minute "2112" suite
* Historical context on the state of rock in the mid‑70s and the band's evolution in the decades that followed
* Rarely seen photography, including performance shots, candid off‑stage moments, and archival images
* Interviews and commentary that illuminate the band's creative process and enduring influence

Rush's impact on rock music and popular culture is undeniable. With over 40 million records sold and a fiercely devoted global fanbase, the band continues to inspire musicians, writers, and listeners across generations. This volume captures the virtuosity, innovation, and spirit that made Rush one of the most celebrated rock bands of all time.

Rush and 2112: 50 Years is an essential volume for fans old and new - a definitive tribute to a record that changed everything. ...

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Fri, Mar 6, 2026@11:58AM | comments
RUSH 2027 Fifty Something tourFriday Rush updates! Rush adds 3rd London and 2nd Sao Paulo shows to their "Fifty Something" tour, "Grace Under Pressure" box set released next week, Daniel Bukszpan's "Rush And 2112: 50 Years", RushCon travel packages now available, and more ...
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Mon, Mar 2, 2026@11:33AM | comments
Rush UK 2027 tourRush has added a third show at London's O2 for March 21, 2027 to join with the original March 16th and 18th dates, with pre-sales beginning tomorrow and general on-sale this Friday ...
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Fri, Feb 27, 2026@11:02AM | comments
RUSH 2027 Fifty Something tourFriday Rush updates! Rush extends the "Fifty Something" tour into Europe and South America in 2027 with 26 added shows, Alex Lifeson to guest star in Season 3 of the Canadian comedy series "The Trades", RUSHFest Scotland, Rush fan uncovers rare Presto rough cut demo cassette tape, and more ...
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Thu, Feb 26, 2026@10:43PM | comments
The TradesRush's Alex Lifeson will have a guest appearance in Season 3 of the Canadian comedy series "The Trades", premiering March 20th on Crave ...
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Thu, Feb 26, 2026@9:33AM | comments
Rush adds 2nd Manchester showDue to overwhelming demand, Rush has added a second show at Manchester's Co-op Live for March 14, 2027 to pair with the original March 12th date, with pre-sales now underway ...
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Tue, Feb 24, 2026@10:02AM | comments
Big Al's Big Fat MouthAlex Lifeson has posted a long overdue "My Big Fat Mouth" newsletter update at AlexLifeson.com where he writes about his "Envy of None" project, new gear offerings from LerxstAmps, and the Rush reunion in his own words ...
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026@11:17PM | comments
Anika Nilles Slagwerkkrant interviewNew Rush touring drummer Anika Nilles has given her first interview wherein she discusses her new gig, how it came about, and the challenge of filling Neil Peart's shoes ...
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026@8:52AM | comments
RUSH 2027 Fifty Something tourRush has announced that they'll be extending their upcoming "Fifty Something" into South America, UK and Europe in 2027, in an exclusive new interview with the UK's Planet Rock ...
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Sat, Feb 21, 2026@4:53PM | comments
Rush Presto Rough MixesA Rush fan recently acquired an old rough cut demo tape of Rush's Presto that had been discovered amongst the belongings of a former Alex Lifeson guitar tech who passed away, and shared it all online via YouTube ...
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