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Alex Lifeson on Rush's big gamble — '2112,' the album that became their global breakthrough
By Matt Blackett published
As his group Envy of None prepare to release their sophomore album, we dug into our archives to see what Lifeson said about Rush's struggles 50 years ago

Alex Lifeson reveals the technique he stole from Rory Gallagher during their time together on the road
By Phil Weller published
The two guitarists became close friends over a pair of tours. Says Lifeson, "To see him lose himself in his guitar playing was truly remarkable"

Alex Lifeson recalls the thrill of meeting his guitar hero, Jimmy Page
By Christopher Scapelliti published
Lifeson also weighed in on Pete Townshend's influence on his rhythm playing and writing, and the guitar talents of Michael Schenker, Steve Morse and Eric Johnson

"We play rush stuff and jam." Alex Lifeson says he and Geddy Lee haven't ended their music partnership
By Phil Weller published
Nearly 10 years since Rush’s final show, the group's two surviving members haven't ended their creative partnership

Who is Chris Herin and why are Peter Frampton, Alex Lifeson and Martin Barre on his new album?
By Gary Graff published
The Tiles guitarist calls himself “one of the luckiest guys” to have such famous six-string connections

Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee make surprise appearance at Gordon Lightfoot tribute concert
By Phil Weller published
Rush's surviving members joined alt-country band Blue Rodeo for a salute to the late singer/songwriter in the form of a progged-up version of one of his mid-'60s classics

Discover the Genius of Alex Lifeson’s Chord Voicings
By Vinnie DeMasi published
The guitarist’s complex and clever chord work are at the heart of Rush’s amazing engine

The 50 Greatest Rhythm Guitar Players of All Time
By Guitar Player Staff published
The players who don't hog the limelight but do lay down the best chords and riffs in guitar history

Watch Dave Grohl, Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee Tear Through Classic Rush Tracks at the Taylor Hawkins Tribute Show
By Jonathan Horsley last updated
London's Wembley Stadium witnessed the return of Dave Grohl to the drum stool as he joined the Rush legends for “2112 Part I: Overture” and “Working Man.”
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