In the throwback video below from AXS TV, Geddy Lee sits down with Dan Rather to talk about how the friendship between the members of Rush kept them together for over 40 years, and how Rush’s fans are some of the most enthusiastic in the music industry.
In other Rush-related news, Henderson Brewing Co. introduces the new “Rush Canadian Light Lager” with the following message:
“This year, as winter turned into spring, we got a call from the guys saying they were ready to make a light and crushable version of Rush Canadian Golden Ale. That sounded like an enjoyable challenge, so we went right at it. It took a few months of experimentation to get it just right, but now it’s here! Introducing… Rush Canadian Light Lager (4% ABV). Clean and crisp with notes of grain, this lager brings hints of grass and lemon that add complexity without overwhelming.
“Available Sunday, August 25 at Rush Day 2024, and starting Monday in the Henderson Brewing Bottle Shop.
“Rush Canadian Light Lager begins shipping next week, but attendees of Rush Day 2024 at Henderson Brewing Co. this Sunday, Aug. 25 will be amongst the first to sample and take home cans of this brand new release!”
Shop the Rush Canadian Light Lager merch collection here.
Rush Day 2024 is scheduled for August 25 (12 – 10 PM) at Henderson Brewing Co. in Toronto, Ontario (Canada). Organizers recently checked in with the following update:
“Rush Day 2024 is just 1 week away! Check out the merch drop, or read on for a taste of what you’ll be able to buy or bid on exclusively at the event.
From Geddy’s touring bass strap, to a track sheet from the Counterparts studio sessions, to a Neil Peart stage-worn t-shirt, there will be a plethora of fascinating Rush-related artifacts for you to peruse at our Rush Day Museum.
Join our silent auction and place a bid on Alex’s used and autographed guitar strings, Neil’s concert-used drum sticks, tour itineraries, signed event passes, and more!”
Go to this location for a detailed look at the merch on offer.
Following is the Rush Day 2024 itinerary:
Noon – 1pm – Welcome to Rush Day!
1pm – 6pm – Something for Nothing Podcast Pop-Up
1pm – 6pm – Beer Genuis* Guided Tastings (ticketed)
2:00pm – Howard Ungerleider Q&A
2:30pm – Rush Karaoke
3:00pm – Hugh Syme Q&A
3:30pm – Rush ‘Game Show’
4:30pm – Rush Karaoke
5:15pm – Rush Trivia
6:00pm – Winners Announced (Trivia / Game Show / Crossword)
6:45pm – Brewery screening of ‘Beyond the Lighted Stage’ with an introduction by Banger Films.
Go to this location for more details and to get tickets.
The Rush camp recently checked in with the following announcement:
“We are thrilled to announce that registration has now opened for guided Rush Beer tastings at Rush Day 2024.
In these limited availability sessions, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy all of our currently available Limited Edition Rush beers – Moving Pictures (2024 Vintage), X-1, Xanabrew, and Signals – paired with tasting notes and stories from our in-house team of beer sommeliers.
All attendees will receive a personalized Beer Genuis Certificate upon completion of the tasting!
Reserve your spot now here. Just 125 seats available!”
Your Rush Day ticket includes:
– a day of Rush music and stories by very special guests.
– a pop-up gallery of works by album cover artist Hugh Syme, who will be present to share stories and sign autographs.
– a unique Rush Day 2024 souvenir
– the launch of a new Rush beer
– the chance to hang out with Rush fans from around the world!
– viewing of official Rush Artifacts
– Rush Beer Tastings
– exclusive Rush merchandise
– Rush karaoke
– Rush Trivia
– a brewery screening of Beyond The Lighted Stage introduced by co-director Sam Dunn.
– and more…
This is a family friendly event – kids under 12 are free.
