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Rush Revives “A Farewell to Kings” After 47 Years at Fourth Reunion Show
6/15/2026, 12:00:52 AM
Fourth Night at the Kia Forum – June 13, 2026
On June 13, 2026, Rush closed a four-night stint at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California. The 28-song set featured a full performance of the 20-minute “2112” suite, three tour debuts, and the title track of the 1977 album *A Farewell to Kings*, which had not been played live since 1979.
Tour Background & Lineup Changes
The “Fifty Something” reunion tour began on June 7, 2026, marking Rush’s first North American trek in years. After drummer Neil Peart’s death, the group added German-born percussionist Anika Nilles and keyboardist Loren Gold. Each night of the Kia Forum run presented a distinct setlist: night 1 a 24-song overview, night 2 the full “2112” suite, night 3 the entire *Moving Pictures* album, and night 4 the historic “A Farewell to Kings” moment.
Band Lineup
Geddy Lee (bass, vocals, keyboards), Alex Lifeson (guitars, backing vocals), Anika Nilles (drums) and Loren Gold (keyboards) comprise the current lineup. Management highlighted Nilles’ huge acclaim, noting her stellar rendition of “Tom Sawyer” on opening night.
Setlist Highlights and Statistics
The June 13 concert introduced three songs absent from the tour:
- “The Pass” (1989’s *Presto*, last performed 2013)
- “The Anarchist” (2012’s *Clockwork Angels*, last performed 2015)
- “A Farewell to Kings” (1977 album, last performed 1979)
The band also performed “Time Stand Still” with Aimee Mann and closed with classics “Tom Sawyer,” “Finding My Way,” and “Working Man.” The full “2112” suite was performed as part of the set, reinforcing the band’s tradition of presenting the progressive epic in its entirety. The set lasted roughly two hours.
Impact and Fan Reception
Bringing back “A Farewell to Kings” after a 47-year gap highlights Rush’s willingness to revisit cuts and give fans a unique experience. Adding “The Pass” and “The Anarchist” shows the group’s commitment to freshening the live catalog despite Peart’s absence. The decision to revive a 1977 track aligns with the tour’s focus on revisiting the band’s classic catalog. Fans described the moment as a surprise during the Los Angeles show.
Official Tour Communications
Rush’s website confirms the “Fifty Something” tour will run through December 2026, include two Mexico City dates, and continue with European dates. The itinerary ends on April 10, 2027 at Helsinki’s Veikkaus Arena. No specific comment on the “A Farewell to Kings” performance has been released.
Verbatim Quotes
- “A Farewell to Kings” (first time since 1979). — Consequence.net, Music News Site
- “The Pass” (first time since 2013). — Ultimate Classic Rock, Music Publication
- “The Anarchist” (first time since 2015). — Ultimate Classic Rock, Music Publication
- “Time Stand Still” (with Aimee Mann). — Louder Sound, Music Magazine
Upcoming Dates
The tour will continue with dates in Brazil, France, Germany, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Poland, Italy, Switzerland, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Finland, concluding in Helsinki on April 10, 2027. The schedule includes two shows in Mexico City before the European leg.
