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Dave Grohl: Inducting Rush Into Rock Hall Was 'One of the Most Special Nights of My Life'

Chad Childers — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 22:45:44 +0000

Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl and drummer Taylor Hawkins had the pleasure of inducting Canadian icons Rush into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Thursday night, and shortly after the ceremony Grohl was still buzzing about the experience. He and Hawkins not only had a chance to give the induction speech, but they also performed a rather memorable version of the '2112 Overture' with the power trio, while decked out in '70s long haired whigs and kimonos.

Rush + Heart Enter Rock and Roll Hall of Fame With Tributes From Foo Fighters + Chris Cornell

Chad Childers — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 18:44:35 +0000

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame just gained a few more great acts, with Rush, Heart, Donna Summer, Public Enemy and Randy Newman making up the 2013 induction class. The five acts were inducted Thursday night (April 19) in Los Angeles at the Nokia Theater with a number of music luminaries doing the honors.

'Rush' Trailer: Faster and More Furious?

Mike Sampson — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 23:00:40 +0000

If 'Fast and Furious 6' doesn't satisfy your need for speed, there's another high-octane racing film on its way this year - the Formula 1 set pic 'Rush' starring 'Thor' himself, Chris Hemsworth. While it may not have as much action as 'Fast and Furious,' it looks like it's trying to offer something up a little more dramatic. Is it successful? Let's watch the 'Rush' trailer and find out.

Anthrax Unleash Thrash Cover of Rush's 'Anthem'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 00:01:07 +0000

Anthrax have just unleashed the first track from their upcoming EP, 'Anthems.' The thrash legends have compiled six cover songs along with two versions of the band's 'Worship Music' track 'Crawl,' but this cover of Rush's 'Anthem' is perfectly fitting as the first to be released by the group, as it is the EP's namesake.

Rush, Heart + Public Enemy Lead 2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Class

Chad Childers — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 20:11:21 +0000

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has announced its class of 2013 inductees, and leading the charge are Rush, Heart and Public Enemy. There have been many fans on the hard rock and classic rock side who have been clamoring for Rush to get their due, and next year they will be among the [...]

Rush Announces 20th Studio Album Release Date

WQBK — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:55:48 +0000

It’s been more that five years since Rush has released original material. The band has finally revealed the release date for their 20th studio and long-awaited new album, Clockwork Angels, as June 12. The first single, “Headlong Flight,” will be out April 19. If you have gone to a Rush show on the Time Machine [...]

2-1-12 National Rush Day

BJ Ragone — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:54:49 +0000

It’s a little known fact that today is national Rush day. It is inspired because it’s 2-1-12, which is in tribute to there 1976 album, 2112. One of the most influential bands of all time is being celebrated today. February 1, 2012 has been dubbed National Rush Day because the numerical writing of the date [...]

Rush Are Finished Recording New Album

Q103 Staff — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 13:00:35 +0000

Rush have finished recording their latest album “Clockwork Angels” The Canadian progressive rock band Rush have finished the recording process for their latest album “Clockwork Angels” This will be the latest work from the band, following 2007′s “Snakes & Arrows” The band will now start work mixing the album, and are on schedule with their [...]

Rush Gets Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Snub – Again

BJ Ragone — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 09:44:52 +0000

Once again the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is doing a great disservice to the music world by snubbing one of the greatest rock bands in the world. Canadian rock trio Rush is left off the Rock Hall nominee list to make way for lesser acts. Rush is easily one of the most influential [...]

Happy Birthday Geddy Lee

BJ Ragone — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 10:15:43 +0000

The bass player and lead singer of legendary rock band RUSH turns 57 today and the dude is still rocking like it’s the 1970′s. RUSH has always been and will always be one of my favorite bands. Last summer when they came to town I jumped at the chance to see them and I’m glad [...]

Neil Peart To Celebrate 'Drum Solo Week' On Letterman Tonight [VIDEO]

JMrozek — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 19:22:24 +0000

Ah, the drum solo. It used to be such a special part of every concert in the 80’s and many other eras for different styles of music. At times it almost seems like a lost art now. But Dave’s bringing it back. So far this week he’s had Anton Fig, Sheila E., Roy Haynes and [...]

Notes From The Rock News Desk 3-27-11

BJ Ragone — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 14:38:05 +0000

Nikki Sixx calls Vince Neil one of the greatest front men of all time; RUSH gets a JUNO award; Corey Taylor talks about the late Paul Gray. RUSH can add another award to their vast collection. Their rock documentary Beyond The Lighted Stage took home the award for Music DVD of the year at the [...]

Arizona Shooting: Who Is To Blame?

BJ Ragone — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 12:31:13 +0000

The shooting that took place in Arizona was an absolute tragedy. A lot of blame is being tossed around and I feel some are unfair accusations. Now normally I can’t stand Rush Limbaugh and his crazy right wing broadcasts. However today I am backing him up as a fellow broadcaster. Rush is taking a lot [...]