Rush
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Rush is a Canadian rock band. Since the release of the band's self-titled debut album in 1974, Rush has become known for the instrumental virtuosity of its members, complex compositions. One of their best albums ever is Vapor Trails.
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Members
Former Member
About
In 1968 Geddy Lee, Alex Lesson and John Rutsey formed a band which they called Rush. They performed in several clubs. In 1973 Rush released their first album Not Fade Away. John left the group and he was replaced by Neil Peart.
In the year 1975, Rush signed a recording contract under Mercury Records, which re-released their debut album. Rush continued to released big selling album throughout the 80's and 90's. In mid-90's, The decided to take a break. The band concentrated in their solo and side projects. In 2002, the group came back via their album Vapor Trails, which was one of their best albums ever.
Awards & Certifications
Chart Toppers
| Year | Song | US Hot 100 | US Mainstream Rock Tracks | Album |
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| 1980 | The Spirit of Radio | #51 | Permanent Waves | |
| 1981 | Tom Sawyer | #44 | #8 | Moving Pictures |
| 1981 | Limelight | Moving Pictures | ||
| 1982 | New World Man | #21 | #1 | Signals |
| 1984 | Distant Early Warnings | Grace Under Pressure | ||
| 1985 | The Big Money | #45 | #4 | Power Windows |
| 1987 | Force Ten | #3 | Hold Your Fire | |
| 1987 | Time Stand Still | #3 | Hold Your Fire | |
| 1989 | Show Don't Tell | #1 | Presto | |
| 1991 | Dreamline | #1 | Roll The Bones | |
| 1992 | Roll The Bones | #9 | Roll The Bones | |
| 1993 | Stick It Out | #1 | Counterparts | |
| 1996 | Test For Echo | #1 | Test For Echo | |
| 2002 | One Little Victory | #10 | Vapor Trails | |
| 2004 | Summertime Blues | #30 | Feedback | |
| 2007 | Far Cry | #22 | Snakes and Arrows | |
| 2007 | The Larger Bowl | Snakes and Arrows |
News
Tours & Concerts
There are no current tour and concert schedules for Rush.
Announcements
There are no announcements as of this time
Discography
Albums
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 Hold Your Fire
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Singles
| Date | Title | Label |
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| 1981 | Tom Sawyer | Mercury |
| 1981 | Limelight | Mercury |
| 1982 | New World Man | Mercury |
| 1985 | The Big Money | Mercury |
| 1987 | Force Ten | Mercury |
| 1991 | Dreamline | Atlantic |
| 1996 | Test For Echo | Atlantic |
| 2002 | One Little Victory | Atlantic |
| 2007 | The Larger Bowl | Atlantic |
Compilations & Live Releases
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 A Show of Hands
January 9, 1989 |
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 Rush in Rio
October 2003 |
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