Alex Lifeson

Known for ActingBorn 1953-08-27 (age 72)Fernie, British Columbia, Canada

Best known as the broadly-skilled guitarist for the rock group Rush, which also features drummer Neil Peart and bassist Geddy Lee. Rush is the most successful Canadian music group in history, and is the third most prolific seller of consecutive (American) Gold and Platinum Records and videos, behind only the Beatles and the Rolling Stones. Lifeson's ability to pull double-duty as both a melodic rhythm-guitar player and a searing soloist has earned him a reputation similar to that of his bandmates. All three share the distinction of being among the most highly influential virtuosos in their crafts. Alex has a passion for studio production, and is the only member of Rush to compose and produce a television theme (Andromeda (2000)). But his live performances are where his spontaneous side really shows. During live performances, Alex deftly switches from rhythm guitar to soloing, while simultaneously triggering his own pre-recorded accompaniments. Being the soul of spontaneity in the band, Alex is the member of Rush who most frequently contributes comedy to the show. This side of Alex can be seen during the performances of "La Villa Strangiato" on two of Rush's concert videos, Rush in Rio (2003) and Rush: A Show of Hands (1989), and to an even greater degree on the documentary "The Boys In Brazil" (2003), part of the bonus material included with Rush in Rio (2003). Alex's prowess can be heard on a few non-Rush recordings, primarily his solo album, entitled simply "Victor" (1996), and the soundtrack album for South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut (1999). After their longest break from recording and touring, a highly successful 2002 tour brought Rush back to the United States, Canada, and Mexico, to the great anticipation of fans. Rush ended their 2002 tour with their first-ever shows in Brazil, where they played to 125,000 fans in three nights. The final performance of the 2002 tour was captured on DVD as Rush in Rio (2003), which was certified double-platinum within weeks of its release. Alex has fostered several younger groups, such as The Dexters, who he often guests with during their live performances at The Orbit Room, a Toronto club that Alex owns in part.Read more

Movies & web series

Rush: Signals (40th Anniversary Edition)

Rush: Moving Pictures (40th Anniversary Edition)

RUSH: Cinema Strangiato 2019

Rush: R40 Completist DVD (Blu-Ray Edition)

Chicago Fire

South Park: The 25th Anniversary Concert

Rush in Rio

Rush: Time Stand Still

Rush: R40 Live

Rush - Live from the Rabbit Hole 1990

Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert

Rush : Working Men

Toronto Rocks

Rush: Exit... Stage Left

Rush: A Show of Hands

The Body Electric

Rush: R30

That Metal Show

Rush - Clockwork Angels Tour

Trailer Park Boys

Classic Albums

Rush - Snakes & Arrows Live

Rush: Beyond the Lighted Stage

The Boys in Brazil

RUSH: Time Machine

Rush: Grace Under Pressure Tour

South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut

Rush: Cinema Strangiato - R40+ Director's Cut

I Love You, Man

Trailer Park Boys: The Movie

Jason Segel & Paul Rudd Meet Rush

Suck

Rush: Chronicles

Classic Albums: Rush - 2112 & Moving Pictures

Come On Children

Ecstasy

The Breach

Rush: Grace Under Pressure (Super Deluxe Edition)

Behind the Stage Door

Rush - Hemispheres (40th Anniversary Edition)

Bachman

Rush: A Farewell To Kings (40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition)

Rush: 2112 40th Anniversary Edition

Rush: The Rise of Kings 1968-1981

Rush - Live at The Molson Amphitheater 1997

Rush: R40

Rush: 2112

Inner Rush