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That Time Rush Sampled Looney Tunes
From the Bottom

That Time Rush Sampled Looney Tunes

Remember when Rush worked cartoon theme music into one of their recordings? In this “From the Bottom” episode, Paul Thompson digs into “La Villa Strangiato,” and shows us how Raymond Scott will always be linked to this epic prog rock instrumental.

Hal Leonard Releases Rush Play-Along Bass Pack
Sheet Music & Instruction

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.

Nina DiGregorio and Brody Dolyniuk: Limelight
Bass Videos

Nina DiGregorio and Brody Dolyniuk: Limelight

Nina DiGregorio is best known for pioneering the electric rock violin, but she’s also an accomplished bassist. DiGregorio teamed up with multi-instrumentalist/vocalist Brody Dolyniuk for this killer cover of Rush’s “Limelight.”

Rush: Subdivisions (Remixed & Remastered From Multitracks)
Bass Videos

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.”

New Book Examines The Making of Rush’s “Moving Pictures”
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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, Alex Lifeson, Matt Stone, and Primus: Closer to the Heart
Bass Videos

Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, Matt Stone, and Primus: Closer to the Heart

On August 10th, Primus performed at Red Rocks as part of the 25th anniversary celebration of South Park. There was a big surprise: Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson took the stage and performed “Closer to the Heart” with Matt Stone and the band.

Rush: “Limelight” Live Soundcheck (2012)
Bass Videos

Rush: “Limelight” Live Soundcheck (2012)

StickHits remastered a 2012 soundcheck video of Rush in Dallas, and it is a great behind-the-scenes look of the band. Here they are running through “Limelight”.

Rush Releases Unseen “Moving Pictures” Photo Collection for Charity
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Rush Releases Unseen “Moving Pictures” Photo Collection for Charity

Rush’s iconic eighth studio album “Moving Pictures” turned forty this year and the celebrations are continuing. Rush is working with photographer Deborah Samuel to release rare photo outtakes for charity.

Rush Gig Poster Book Coming Soon
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Rush Gig Poster Book Coming Soon

Rush was a constant force in the rock world for just over 45 years. Now you can learn more about their gigs in the “Rush Gig Poster Book”, which compiles posters and ads from their whole career.

Geddy Lee on Unreleased Rush Material
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Geddy Lee on Unreleased Rush Material

Rush bassist and singer Geddy Lee recently spoke with Rolling Stone in an interview that marks one year since drummer Neil Peart’s passing. Lee paid homage to his fallen bandmate by recounting their 40 years of playing together.

Rush’s 40th Anniversary Edition of “Permanent Waves” Now Available
New Albums

Rush’s 40th Anniversary Edition of “Permanent Waves” Now Available

The special 40th Anniversary edition of Rush’s groundbreaking seventh studio album “Permanent Waves” is now available. It comes in several formats, but die-hard fans will take note of the Super Deluxe Edition.

Rush’s “Permanent Waves” to get 40th-Anniversary Edition
New Albums

Rush’s “Permanent Waves” to get 40th-Anniversary Edition

Attention Rush fans: The band’s seventh studio album, “Permanent Waves,” will be getting a 40th-anniversary release in four configurations.