Transcript: "Passion Players, A Conversation Between Vernon Reid And Rush's Geddy Lee" - Request, December 1996

My latest transcript is something completely different! From the December 1996 issue of Request, "Passion Players, A Conversation Between Vernon Reid And Rush's Geddy Lee" has Rush fan Vernon Reid (Living Color) and Geddy Lee discussing their bands, their music, the music industry, musical feel, writing, touring, soundtracks and more. - Thanks to Mark Rosenthal for the original article!

Transcript: "Millionaire Stars Of High-Tech Rock" - Toronto Star, May 3, 1980

"Millionaire Stars Of High-Tech Rock", Toronto Star, May 3, 1980, is a very revealing and detailed look at the band's finances and touring practices during the Permanent Waves tour.  Included are the financial success of the band, how much was taken in on a nightly basis, how much was paid to the promoters and crew, how much was earned in record sales, and more. It is not to be missed.

Transcript: "25 Players Who Changed Everything: Geddy Lee" - Bass Player's 'Bass Giants', October 2006

My latest transcript addition is "25 Players Who Changed Everything: Geddy Lee", from the October 2006 issue of Bass Giants.  A special issue of Bass Player, dedicated to their list of the top 25 all-time players, guess who dominates the cover? Geddy looks back on his career, what makes his playing unique, and also remembers The Who's John Entwistle. - Thanks to John Patuto for the transcript!

Transcript: "Ask Big Al" - A Show Of Fans, Summer 1996

In the Winter '96 issue of A Show of Fans previously transcribed and now found in the Archive, Alex Lifeson agreed to partake in an "Ask Big Al" column in future issues of the fanzine. Here is the first of those columns from the Summer 1996 issue, published just before the release of Test For Echo. Although way too brief, Alex shows his usual humor, and he does clarify the influence/usage of Warner Brothers cartoons in La Villa Strangiato: "As the song developed, we decided to flavour certain sections after some cartoon ideas." - Thanks to Mark Rosenthal for the original article!

Transcript: "Holding On To What They've Got" - Scene, December 10, 1987

"Holding On To What They've Got" is a cover feature interview with Neil Peart from the December 10, 1987, issue of Ohio's Scene magazine.  Neil discusses being forced to reschedule a RUSH concert to make room for a rescheduled Sinatra/Minnelli concert.  He also discusses the importance of not making compromises in the music industry. - Thanks to John Patuto for the transcript!

Transcript: "Rock Perspectives: The Art Of Soloing" - Modern Drummer, December 1983

For your enjoyment I have transcribed "Rock Perspectives: The Art Of Soloing", Modern Drummer, December 1983, a long lost editorial piece written by Neil Peart where he defends the art of the drum solo in the face of critics who label it "self-indulgent", while pointing out that "not all drummers should take solos".

Transcript: "Solo Signals: Alex Lifeson Goes It Alone With 'Victor'" - Guitar Shop, February 1996

"Solo Signals: Alex Lifeson Goes It Alone With 'Victor'" - Guitar Shop, February 1996, is a fantastic feature story I've transcribed to celebrate the 17th anniversary of Victor.  This is one of the more indepth articles with Alex where he discusses Victor, and also discusses his home basement studio and recording the album.  Also included is a sidebar featuring his car stereo, in which he had invested $26,000!!! - Thanks to Mark Rosenthal for the original article!

2112 Deluxe Edition Desktop Wallpaper

I have added eleven new desktop wallpaper images from the new 2112 Deluxe Edition to the Rush Art Gallery page. Get them here. - Thanks to John Patuto for providing the raw interior scans!

"2112 Deluxe Edition" linernotes and lyrics page

For your perusal, I have added a page for the "2112 Deluxe Edition" linernotes and lyrics page to the site, including the new essay by long time supporter David Fricke of the Rolling Stone. - Thanks to John Patuto for transcription help!

Transcript: "Rush To Play SARS Relief Event" - Rush.com, July 3, 2003

Back in 2003, Toronto fell victim to the SARS outbreak, and the Rolling Stones announced they would hold a music benefit festival show to support the city. At the time, Rush was on vacation after the extensive Vapor Trails tour, and Rush fans wondered if they would be included. Accordingly, it was with great relief when Rush.com announced "Rush To Play SARS Relief Event" back on July 3, 2003. Included is a quote from Neil Peart on how the band could not say "yes" when asked if they would participate. - Thanks to Jordan Finkelstein for archiving and sharing the original transcript!

Transcript: "The Spirit Of Radio" - Classic Rock, June 2006

"The Spirit Of Radio", Classic Rock, June 2006, is an interview with Alex Lifeson where he looks back on RUSH's first "hit" single in the UK from Permanent Waves released 32 years ago today. Included is a sidebar discussing Rush's use of the Moog Taurus pedals.