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Rush Announces Phoenix Concert for 2026 Reunion Tour

10/20/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Rush has added a Phoenix, Arizona concert to its expanded "Fifty Something" reunion tour, scheduled for December 1, 2026.
It marks the band's first tour since the passing of Neil Peart in January 2020.
Drummer Anika Nilles will join Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson on this tour.
Ticket presales begin on October 24, with general sales starting October 31.
Peart's family has expressed their support for the tour.

History

Historical Context

Rush, formed in 1968 by Alex Lifeson, Geddy Lee, and Neil Peart, released "Moving Pictures" in 1981, selling over 5 million copies in the U.S. Following Peart's death in January 2020, the band announced a reunion tour in 2025, featuring drummer Anika Nilles. This tour honors Peart's legacy while showcasing Rush's lasting influence on rock music and their dedicated fanbase.

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Story summary

Rush has added a Phoenix, Arizona concert to its expanded "Fifty Something" reunion tour, scheduled for December 1, 2026.
It marks the band's first tour since the passing of Neil Peart in January 2020.
Drummer Anika Nilles will join Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson on this tour.
Ticket presales begin on October 24, with general sales starting October 31.
Peart's family has expressed their support for the tour.

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