Alex Lifeson
Acting
Born 1953-08-27
Fernie, British Columbia, Canada
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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.
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Filmography
Chicago Fire
Classic Albums
Trailer Park Boys
South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut
Rush: Cinema Strangiato - R40+ Director's Cut
I Love You, Man
That Metal Show
Come On Children
Suck
The Drunk and On Drugs Happy Fun Time Hour
The Breach
Rush: A Show of Hands
Rush: R30
Ecstasy
Bachman
Rush: Time Stand Still
Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert
Rush: Beyond the Lighted Stage
Trailer Park Boys: The Movie
Rush: 2112
Jason Segel & Paul Rudd Meet Rush
Rush: Grace Under Pressure (Super Deluxe Edition)
Rush: R40
Rush: R40 Live
Rush: Chronicles
Rush: R40 Completist DVD (Blu-Ray Edition)
Inner Rush
South Park: The 25th Anniversary Concert
Rush: Through the Camera Eye
Toronto Rocks
RUSH: Cinema Strangiato 2019
Rush - Clockwork Angels Tour
RUSH: Time Machine
Rush in Rio
Rush: Retrospective 3 Video Collection
The Body Electric
Through the Camera Eye
The Boys in Brazil
Classic Albums: Rush - 2112 & Moving Pictures
Rush: Signals (40th Anniversary Edition)
Rush: Grace Under Pressure Tour
Rush: Live at the Capitol Theatre, 1976
Rush: Different Stages - Live
Rush - Snakes & Arrows Live
Rush - Live at The Molson Amphitheater 1997
Primus - Horrible Swill
Rush : Working Men
Rush: Exit... Stage Left
Rush - Live from the Rabbit Hole 1990
Rush: Moving Pictures (40th Anniversary Edition)
Rush - Hemispheres (40th Anniversary Edition)
Rush: The Game Of Snakes & Arrows
Rush: The Rise of Kings 1968-1981
Rush: A View From The Palace
Rush: A Farewell To Kings (40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition)
Behind the Stage Door
Rush: 2112 40th Anniversary Edition
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