2023 Reader Favorite Bassists – #5: Geddy Lee
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Geddy Lee was super busy in 2023, and the news was exciting. He published his memoir, released his docuseries, and unearthed some demos from his 2000 solo debut, My Favorite Headache.
That was enough, but there were other things to enjoy from Geddy in 2023.
Rush: Subdivisions (Remixed & Remastered From Multitracks)
Damon Deluca commented on the video we shared by StickHits and their remastered soundcheck video of Rush in 2012. Damon shared StickHits’ impressive remix and remaster video of Rush’s “Subdivisions.”
Geddy Lee’s Memoir, “My Effin’ Life,” Out Now
At long last, Geddy Lee’s new memoir, “My Effin’ Life,” is here. The book covers more than his time in Rush. In it, Lee gets into his family roots, the traumas of his life, his hobbies, and more.
Geddy Lee Announces New Docuseries, “Are Bass Players Human, Too?”
Geddy Lee has a busy few months coming up. His new memoir, “My Effin’ Life,” is releasing on November 14th, and he’ll be on the road in support of it. Now he’s unveiled a new docuseries called “Geddy Lee Asks: Are Bass Players Human Too?”
Hal Leonard Releases Rush Play-Along Bass Pack
Hal Leonard has expanded to their series of Play-Along packs with “Rush - Bass Play-Along Volume 61.” The new pack contains eight sound-alike recordings of Rush tracks with artist-approved transcriptions to get you feeling like Geddy Lee.
New Book Examines The Making of Rush’s “Moving Pictures”
Rush’s “Moving Pictures” hit a milestone in 2021 for its 40th anniversary, but its celebration continues. Backbeat Books has just published a book by Will Romano called “Moving Pictures: How Rush Created Progressive Hard Rock’s Greatest Record.”
Geddy Lee’s “Lost Demos” Now Streaming
It’s a been a big month for Geddy Lee. In addition to his new memoir and docu-series, Lee has released two new solo songs. “The Lost Demos” is includes songs written during the sessions for his 2000 solo debut, “My Favorite Headache.”
