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Stumbled across a rarely seen collection of Rush fanzines called 'Rushology' that were published back in 1986 (before The Spirit of Rush and A Show of Fans). You can check out the entire collection at the following link: https://www.cygnus-x1.net/links/rush/rushology.php Enjoy the look back-

The April 2020 issue of Drumhead magazine includes a pretty moving tribute to Neil. You can read it via the link below: https://www.cygnus-x1.net/links/rush/drumhead-04.2020.php Normally I would say 'Enjoy' but this one really hits at the feels...

An extended excerpt is now online here: https://www.cygnus-x1.net/links/rush/modern-drummer-05.2020.php

Back in the day...WAY back in the day, Rush distributed the Backstage Club Newsletters to fans across the globe. They had some great content and even Q&A sessions with Neil! Now you can read them all via the following link: https://www.cygnus-x1.net/links/rush/rbc-archives.php Enjoy...

The April 2020 issue of Planet Rock magazine includes a touching tribute to Neil. You can read it online via the following link: https://www.cygnus-x1.net/links/rush/planet-rock-04.2020.php

The March 2020 issue of Classic Rock magazine features Neil on a special 'subscribers edition' cover of the magazine, and includes a nice tribute article penned by Philip Wilding. You can read the article at the following link: https://www.cygnus-x1.net/links/rush/classic-rock-03.2020.php Enjoy-

The February 2020 issue of PROG magazine features Neil on the cover and includes five articles on the Professor's life and art. You can read each of the articles online at the following link: https://www.cygnus-x1.net/links/rush/prog-02.2020.php Enjoy-

It's always nice to see some pro-shot photos from the early days. Case in point: https://www.cygnus-x1.net/links/rush/concert-newcastle-uk-04.24.1979.php

Here's a poster that advertises that show... https://www.cygnus-x1.net/links/rush/images/tourdates/1975-06-13.jpg

The January 25th, 2020 issue of Kerrang! magazine includes a tribute article penned by Dream Theater's John Petrucci. You can read the article via the following link. https://www.cygnus-x1.net/links/rush/kerrang-01.25.2020.php

Entirely my pleasure :)

It's now been a week since we first all learned of Neil's passing. As we continue to mourn his loss, let us also continue to remember his genius. We've celebrated his drumming and lyrical prowess. Now let's turn to the numerous times Neil was interviewed over the course of his career. Neil was an incredibly articulate individual which led to some thought-provoking and revealing interviews. To that end, I've put together the following exhaustive list of interviews from across the decades. In reading them, perhaps we can all take away a renewed appreciation for the man behind the drumkit. http://news.cygnus-x1.net/2020/01/neil-peart-interview-collection.html Enjoy-

For those of us who loved reading all of Neil's blog posts on his website (dubbed the 'News, Weather, and Sports' entries), you can now catch a complete archive of every entry (dating back to 2005) via the link below: https://www.cygnus-x1.net/links/rush/peart-news-weather-and-sports.php The last entry Neil made was in May of 2016. Obviously we were all hoping for additional entries, but at least we can now go back and reminisce. Enjoy-

Thanks so much!

It's been a heart-wrenching weekend, which goes without saying for any and everyone visiting this great Rush forum. But as bad as it's been, it's been wonderful to see so many news stories and tributes coming out to honor the man who changed all of our lives. To that end, I've been collecting all of those tributes and posting them at the following link: http://news.cygnus-x1.net/2020/01/the-passing-of-rock-legend-neil-peart.html I'll continue to add more as I come across them. Sigh.

Today marked the release of the highly anticipated book Rush: Wandering the Face of the Earth - The Official Touring History. For those still on the fence about whether or not to buy this book, you can now see a preview of it, including numerous photos, at the following link: https://www.cygnus-x1.net/links/rush/wandering-the-face-of-the-earth.php As someone who has had the book for a couple of weeks now, I can honestly say it is WELL worth the money. It goes well beyond a simple list of tour dates and set lists throughout Rush's history. There are numerous stories, photos, concert ads, and so much more that pack the over 400 pages of this hefty book. Without question, a must-have for all Rush fans...

Geddy's My Favorite Headache will be released this Black Friday (November 29th) as part of this year's Record Store Day event. On top of that, two instrumental tracks will be added to the album. Complete details here: http://news.cygnus-x1.net/2019/10/geddy-lees-my-favorite-headache-vinyl.html

Thanks :)

With the October 29th release date of Rush: Wandering the Face of the Earth: The Official Touring History nearly upon us, Cygnus-X1.Net is proud to bring you exclusive content and images from the upcoming book. You can read/see them all via this link: http://news.cygnus-x1.net/2019/08/exclusive-excerpts-and-pictures-from.html Enjoy-

Yes, it is. It's coming out next week. See: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1970047003?tag=cygnusx1-20

If you're lucky enough to be attending this week's Comic-Con in San Diego, then make sure you check out Fantoon's booth and all the great Rush merchandise they'll be bringing along -- including an early pre-sale of their Making of AFTK Graphic Novel. They'll also be holding a panel on Thursday. Complete details here: http://news.cygnus-x1.net/2019/07/fantoons-descends-on-san-diegos-comic.html

Hi, everyone. I'm helping a friend sell his Limited Edition Alex Lifeson R40 Les Paul Axcess guitar which is only one (#37) of 50 ever made that were signed AND played by Alex himself. More about the guitar: In celebration of Rush's 40th Anniversary, Gibson Custom presents the Limited Edition Alex Lifeson R40 Les Paul Axcess with 7A quilt maple tops in a lush Ruby Red R40 finish. It also features a Limited Edition "Starman" R40 die-caste medallion covering the rhythm/treble switch access cavity. Created through extensive work with Alex Lifeson himself, the Gibson Custom Signed Alex Lifeson 40th Anniversary Les Paul Axcess Quilt similarly redefines the boundaries of the classic Les Paul: packed in a single remarkable instrument, this guitar carries all of the traditional tones that have made the Les Paul legendary, along with unprecedented levels of sonic and performance versatility. If you are interested in this guitar, please send me a private message to discuss pricing and shipping. Please feel free to share this post with others. Thank you, all.

I've always been interested in the 'behind-the-scenes' aspect of a Rush tour; particularly the entire stage design and lighting direction. Long-time LD Howard Ungerleider revealed some interesting information about how he went about designing Rush's 30th Anniversary tour back in 2004 in an interview that appeared in the 2004 issue of Professional Lighting & Production Magazine. Though its 15 years old, the interview was never available online -- until now: https://www.cygnus-x1.net/links/rush/prfessional-lighting-production-11.2004.php Enjoy the inside look... -John

I've never been disappointed with any of the Fantoons releases, and I'm sure this is going to be another winner from them. Details, previews and ordering links available here: http://news.cygnus-x1.net/2019/04/the-making-of-farewell-to-kings-graphic.html

Rush are featured on the cover of the April 2019 (Issue #13) issue of Planet Rock magazine. The issue contains three separate articles on Rush, including a new "exclusive" interview with Alex Lifeson. All three articles have been transcribed and can be viewed at the following link: https://www.cygnus-x1.net/links/rush/planet-rock-04.2019.php Enjoy-