Rush

Rush formed in 1968 in Toronto, Canada, rising from club gigs to become one of rock's most influential progressive outfits. The trio—Geddy Lee on bass and vocals, Alex Lifeson on guitar, and drummer Neil Peart, who joined in 1974 after John Rutsey's departure—pushed boundaries with intricate arrangements, virtuosic playing, and concept-driven storytelling. Their breakthrough came with the 1976 epic 2112 and the 1981 classic Moving Pictures, releases that helped redefine rock and bring high-level musicianship into the mainstream. With a career spanning decades and a Rock Hall of Fame induction in 2013, Rush left an enduring template for technical prowess, melodic craft, and ambitious storytelling in rock. Rush remained active in the public eye through touring and recording through the early 2010s, leaving a lasting mark on guitar and bass players worldwide.\n\nOver the years, Rush cemented a global legacy by blending hard rock energy with progressive textures, performing complex time signatures, daring arrangements, and enduring riffs. Their music inspired countless players to pursue precision and creativity in equal measure, influencing genres from hard rock to metal and beyond. Though their active touring wound down after 2015, their catalog continues to educate and inspire new generations of players through iconic records and expansive live performances.