Rush will meet for the tour in 2026, with the German drummer

The original members of the band, Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson will travel in North America together with Anika Nilles

One of the most influential bands of World Rock, the Rush He announced that he will return live on tour in North America in 2026. In an event held at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, in the United States, Geddy Lee AND Alex Lifesto announced Fifty tours of somethingwhich will take place from June to September next year. The couple will be accompanied by the drummer and the German manufacturer Anika Nilleswho will have the mission to take the position of Neil Peartkilled in 2020.

During the press conference in Cleveland, Lee declared that the decision to play together without Peart, who in addition to a drummer was also a lyricist and racing composer, was very difficult, but seemed immediately after some meetings to play with Lifeson.

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“We were laughing so much and we had a lot of fun and it was almost like playing [músicas do Rush] He dissolved the dark clouds, “said the bassist and the singer.

Peart’s family, represented by the widow Carrie Nuttall-Peart And your daughter, OliviaHe gave his official blessing to the tour in a note. “We are happy to support Fifty tours of somethingWhich celebrates a band whose music has reached and inspired fans for generations, and this honors the extraordinary legacy of Neil as a drummer and lyricist “, says the publication”. With the band that enters this new chapter, who promises to be unforgettable. We are excited to see this new vision take place and listen to these legendary songs played live again. “

Lee met Nilles, a new tourist tourist, through a common friend. The remaining members of Rush brought the new member to Canada for a conversation and a test session and the trio has adapted. In addition to German, the group now also looks for a keyboard player.

“The idea is not to try to be a Rush 2.0,” said Lee. “We want to pay homage to our music, our lost brother [Peart]It represents and celebrates our songs. “

According to the musicians, the band’s plan is to prepare “35 or 36 songs” to bring a set of different sets to each of the tour cities. According to Lee, the idea is to make shows of “at least two hours” per night.

Finally, Lee issued the following statement to the press, reproduced by Variety:

“More than 10 years have passed since Alex and I played Rush’s music alongside our bandmate and the dead friend. Past and Neil play a wide selection of running songs in some cities.

“But life is full of surprises and we have been introduced to another impressive person; a drummer and music who is adding another chapter to our history while continuing his musical journey. His name is Anika Nilles and we could not be happier to present it to our loyal and dedicated fans From Rush, who we know will give all the chances of being up to this almost impossible legacy. Before going on stage, we hope to add another or two musicians to expand our sound and free Alex a little and we can show our new impressive dance steps. Readxst, Anika and I, together with our year old team, are working hard and draw the type of entertainment that you’re used to. We hope that you will come and help us celebrate our history together. “

The last live performance of Rush took place in 2015. From the death of Peart in 2020, Lee and Lifeson gathered on stage sporadically, including the tribute show a Taylor Hawkinsdrummer of Foo FightersIn 2022. The musicians also diversified their career, with Lifeson recorded songs with the band Envy of anyone And Lee who writes books.

Take a look at the dates and places of the top shows, which pass through Mexico, the United States and Canada:

• June 7, Kia Forum, Los Angeles, USA
• June 9, Kia Forum, Los Angeles, USA
• June 18, Palacio de Los Deportes, Mexico City, Mexico
• June 24, Dickies Arena, Fort Worth, USA
• June 26, Dickies Arena, Fort Worth, USA
• July 16, United Center, Chicago, USA
• July 18, United Center, Chicago, USA
• July 28, Madison Square Garden, New York, USA
• July 30, Madison Square Garden, New York, USA
• August 7, Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, Canada
• August 9, Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, Canada
• September 17, Rocket Arena, Cleveland, USA

Source: Terra

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