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Alex Lifeson
Acting

Alex Lifeson
Known For
Acting
Birthday
1953-08-27,Fernie, British Columbia, Canada
Gender
Male
Biography
Best known as the broadly-skilled guitarist for the rock group Rush, which also features drummer Neil Peart and bassist Geddy Lee. Rush is the most successful Canadian music group in history, and is the third most prolific seller of consecutive (American) Gold and Platinum Records and videos, behind only the Beatles and the Rolling Stones. Lifeson's ability to pull double-duty as both a melodic rhythm-guitar player and a searing soloist has earned him a reputation similar to that of his bandmates. All three share the distinction of being among the most highly influential virtuosos in their crafts. Alex has a passion for studio production, and is the only member of Rush to compose and produce a television theme (Andromeda (2000)). But his live performances are where his spontaneous side really shows. During live performances, Alex deftly switches from rhythm guitar to soloing, while simultaneously triggering his own pre-recorded accompaniments. Being the soul of spontaneity in the band, Alex is the member of Rush who most frequently contributes comedy to the show. This side of Alex can be seen during the performances of "La Villa Strangiato" on two of Rush's concert videos, Rush in Rio (2003) and Rush: A Show of Hands (1989), and to an even greater degree on the documentary "The Boys In Brazil" (2003), part of the bonus material included with Rush in Rio (2003). Alex's prowess can be heard on a few non-Rush recordings, primarily his solo album, entitled simply "Victor" (1996), and the soundtrack album for South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut (1999). After their longest break from recording and touring, a highly successful 2002 tour brought Rush back to the United States, Canada, and Mexico, to the great anticipation of fans. Rush ended their 2002 tour with their first-ever shows in Brazil, where they played to 125,000 fans in three nights. The final performance of the 2002 tour was captured on DVD as Rush in Rio (2003), which was certified double-platinum within weeks of its release. Alex has fostered several younger groups, such as The Dexters, who he often guests with during their live performances at The Orbit Room, a Toronto club that Alex owns in part.

Filmography

8

Toronto Rocks
2003-07-29

Rush: Cinema Strangiato - R40+ Director's Cut

7

Rush: Cinema Strangiato - R40+ Director's Cut
2021-09-09

8.2

Rush in Rio
2003-10-21

Rush: A Farewell To Kings (40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition)

0

Rush: A Farewell To Kings (40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition)
2017-12-01

Rush - Hemispheres (40th Anniversary Edition)

0

Rush - Hemispheres (40th Anniversary Edition)
2018-11-16

Rush - Beyond The Lighted Stage

7.475

Rush - Beyond The Lighted Stage
2010-06-29

I Love You, Man

6.566

I Love You, Man
2009-03-20

Rush - Exit... Stage Left

8.2

Rush - Exit... Stage Left
1982-01-01

Rush: Chronicles

5.8

Rush: Chronicles
1990-01-01

Rush - A Show of Hands

7.7

Rush - A Show of Hands
1989-01-01

7.6

Rush: R30
2005-11-28

Rush - Grace Under Pressure

7.1

Rush - Grace Under Pressure
1984-01-01

Rush - Snakes & Arrows Live

7.5

Rush - Snakes & Arrows Live
2008-11-28

Behind the Stage Door

0

Behind the Stage Door
2022-09-13

Rush: Through the Camera Eye

0

Rush: Through the Camera Eye
1985-07-17

Classic Albums: Rush - 2112 & Moving Pictures

5.6

Classic Albums: Rush - 2112 & Moving Pictures
2010-09-28

RUSH: Time Machine

7.4

RUSH: Time Machine
2011-11-08

6.4

Suck
2009-09-11

Rush - Clockwork Angels Tour

7.6

Rush - Clockwork Angels Tour
2013-11-19

4.643

The Breach
2022-07-25

Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert

7.9

Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert
2022-09-03

South Park: The 25th Anniversary Concert

8.278

South Park: The 25th Anniversary Concert
2022-08-14

Rush: Moving Pictures (40th Anniversary Edition)

10

Rush: Moving Pictures (40th Anniversary Edition)
2022-04-15

8.1

Rush: R40 Live
2015-11-20

Through the Camera Eye

0

Through the Camera Eye
1985-01-01

Rush Live At Capitol Theatre 1976

0

Rush Live At Capitol Theatre 1976

Rush: Signals (40th Anniversary Edition)

10

Rush: Signals (40th Anniversary Edition)
2023-04-28

Rush: Time Stand Still

8.2

Rush: Time Stand Still
2016-11-03

Rush : Working Men

8

Rush : Working Men
2009-11-17

5

Ecstasy
2011-09-10

0

Rush: 2112
2012-12-21

Come On Children

5.8

Come On Children
1973-03-21

Trailer Park Boys: The Movie

6.574

Trailer Park Boys: The Movie
2006-10-06

0

Bachman
2018-05-02

Rush: The Rise of Kings 1968-1981

0

Rush: The Rise of Kings 1968-1981
2014-05-06

Rush - Live at The Molson Amphitheater 1997

0

Rush - Live at The Molson Amphitheater 1997
2014-11-11

The Boys in Brazil

6

The Boys in Brazil
2003-11-24

RUSH: Cinema Strangiato 2019

10

RUSH: Cinema Strangiato 2019
2019-08-21

Jason Segel & Paul Rudd Meet Rush

6.2

Jason Segel & Paul Rudd Meet Rush
2011-01-31

Rush: 2112 40th Anniversary Edition

0

Rush: 2112 40th Anniversary Edition
2016-12-16

Rush: The Game Of Snakes & Arrows

0

Rush: The Game Of Snakes & Arrows
2007-06-26

Rush: Retrospective 3 Video Collection

0

Rush: Retrospective 3 Video Collection
2009-03-03

0

Rush: R40
2014-11-11

Rush: A View From The Palace

0

Rush: A View From The Palace
1994-03-22

Rush: Live from the Rabbit Hole 1990

0

Rush: Live from the Rabbit Hole 1990
2016-11-18

Rush: R40 Completist DVD (Blu-Ray Edition)

10

Rush: R40 Completist DVD (Blu-Ray Edition)
2014-11-11

Trailer Park Boys

7.728

Trailer Park Boys
2001-04-22

That Metal Show

6.7

That Metal Show
2008-11-15

The Drunk and On Drugs Happy Fun Time Hour

0

The Drunk and On Drugs Happy Fun Time Hour
2011-07-22

8.4

Chicago Fire
2012-10-10

7.7

Classic Albums
1997-04-14