![]() ![]() Its story is classic science fiction in nature, and a landmark turning point in the Rush catalogue. ![]() The epic song that is 2112 is something to behold - a huge entire side of an album in length and broken up into several sections. I compiled my own personally curated list of the 5 guitar solos I felt best showcased Lifeson’s incredible range as a player and his unmistakeable musicianship. We felt a Top 5 Alex Lifeson Solos video was most appropriate to give him the homage that I felt he deserved (and how could I pick just one Rush song?). When I got the news that Lifeson would be our next feature, we decided that something special should be done for our video. Needless to say, Rush are an important historical band and opened the doors for progressive rock in a way few bands of that genre ever were able to achieve. The personal accolades for bassist Geddy Lee and Drummer Neil Peart are far too numerous to include here. It’s not just me though – Rush has been nominated for 7 different Grammy Awards, 6 of which were for Best Rock Instrumental Performance, as well as 9 Juno awards including Artist of the Decade (’80s). The following year, my uncle would surprise me with my first guitar and an old Fender amp and I never looked back. I had never before in my life heard a guitar do those things before. I couldn’t believe the sounds I heard on that record – but that guitar. I combed through more Rush albums and found the live Exit…Stage Left, and All The World’s a Stage albums and again was enthralled by the licks and solos.
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