Rush
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COMMENTARY: The Guess Who deserve a spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of FameThere are only five Canadian acts in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Alan Cross says there is a way to enact some corrective measures.EntertainmentJan 7
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Alan Cross’ weekly music picks: Rush releases new video of a classic, while Elvis Costello waves No FlagA Channel-hopping woman, some piano grooves, and a 21st-century video from a 1980 Canadian rock classic.EntertainmentJun 12, 2020
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Rush’s Alex Lifeson says Neil Peart’s death has left him unmotivated to play musicThe legendary Rush drummer died on Jan. 7 after a three-year battle with brain cancer.EntertainmentJun 2, 2020
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Alan Cross’ weekly music picks: Lady Gaga unleashes Chromatica, Gord Sinclair unearths a Hip classicAt least one superstar act isn't afraid to release a new album during the pandemic. Will others follow?EntertainmentMay 29, 2020
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Here are 10 songs about real-life radio stations and DJs, as picked by Alan CrossThousands of songs have been written about listening to the radio or about stations and personalities. Alan Cross has a playlist of 10 radio songs.CommentaryMay 24, 2020
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The Ongoing History of New Music, encore presentation: Trying to be a Rock Superstar in the 21st CenturyIt's tough out there for musicians. This episode explains just how tough.EntertainmentJan 31, 2020
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Rush’s Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson thank fans for ‘outpouring of love’ following Neil Peart’s death"These touching tributes help to lessen the pain of this terrible loss and remind us all to celebrate his remarkable life," the Rush musicians wrote of their late bandmate.EntertainmentJan 20, 2020
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Winnipeg musicians respond to passing of Rush drummer Neil PeartIn the wake of his passing, several Winnipeg musicians spoke to Global News about how legendary Rush drummer Neil Peart influenced their musical careers.EntertainmentJan 14, 2020
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Remembering Neil Peart: Some of the legendary Rush drummer’s best performancesThroughout his life and career with Rush, Neil Peart inspired millions of aspiring musicians across the world. Here are some of those unforgettable, awe-inducing performances.EntertainmentJan 13, 2020
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Neil Peart dead: Rush drummer dies at age 67Widely considered one of the greatest drummers to ever hit the stage, Peart was a part of Rush since 1974.EntertainmentJan 10, 2020
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