Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson are reuniting as Rush next summer for 12 dates in seven cities -- New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Fort Worth, Cleveland, Toronto and Mexico City.
Joined by drummer Anika Nilles from Jeff Beck's band, the Fifty Something Tour will be the first time Geddy and Alex have toured together in 11 years since the finale of Rush's R40 tour on August 1st, 2015 at the Forum in Los Angeles, which is where this tour will start on June 7th.
Geddy says, “It’s been over 10 years since Alex and I have performed the music of Rush alongside our fallen bandmate and friend Neil [Peart]. A lifetime’s worth of songs that we had put our cumulative hearts and souls into writing, recording and playing together onstage. And so, after all that has gone down since that last show, Alex and I have done some serious soul searching and come to the decision that we miss it, and that it’s time for a celebration of 50-something years of Rush music.
"So in 2026, my BFF Lerxst (aka Alex Lifeson) and I are going to hit the road once again to pay tribute to our past and to Neil by performing a vast selection of Rush songs in a handful of cities. No small task, because as we all know Neil was irreplaceable.
"Yet life is full of surprises, and we’ve have been introduced to another remarkable person; an incredible drummer and musician who is adding another chapter to our story while continuing her own fascinating musical journey. Her name is Anika Nilles, and we could not be more excited to introduce her to our loyal and dedicated Rush fan base, whom, we know, will give her every chance to live up to that near impossible role. Before we hit the stage, we also hope to add another musician or two to expand our sound a wee bit and free up Alex and I, in order to show off some of our new fancy dance steps.
"Lerxst, Anika and myself, along with many of our longstanding crew members have been hard at work rehearsing and designing the kind of Rush show you’ve grown accustomed to expect from us. We dearly hope you will come along and help us celebrate our history together.”
And the tour has the approval of Peart's widow, Carrie Nuttall-Peart, and their daughter, Olivia, who say, "We are thrilled to support the Fifty Something tour, celebrating a band whose music has resonated and inspired fans for generations, and to honor Neil’s extraordinary legacy as both a drummer and lyricist.
"Neil’s musicianship was singular. Compositions of intricacy and power that expanded what rhythm itself could express. As both drummer and lyricist, he was irreplaceable. Inimitable in his artistry, and unmatched in the depth and imagination he brought to the lyrics that inspired and moved so many, he profoundly shaped how fans connected with him and the band, giving voice and meaning to their own lives.
"As the band enters this new chapter, it promises to be truly unforgettable. We are excited to see how their new vision unfolds, and to hear this legendary music played live once again.”
Rush will perform multiple shows in seven cities across Canada, the United States and Mexico. These special “evening with” shows will find the band playing two sets each night. Each show will feature a distinct selection of songs and Rush will build each night’s set list from a catalog of 35 songs including greatest hits and fan favorites.
Tickets go on sale Friday at Rush.com. The dates are as follows, and are all subject to change.
- 6/7+9 - Los Angeles, CA - Kia Forum
- 6/18 - Mexico City, MX - Palacio de los Deportes
- 6/24+26 - Fort Worth, TX - Dickies Arena
- 7/16+18 - Chicago, IL - United Center
- 7/28+30 - New York, NY - Madison Square Garden
- 8/7+9 - Toronto, ON - Scotiabank Arena
- 9/17 - Cleveland, OH - Rocket Arena