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Rush Delays Fort Worth Shows, Moves Dates to July

7/1/2026

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Rush Postpones Concerts

Rush postponed its June 30 and July 2 Dickies Arena concerts in Fort Worth after bassist Geddy Lee was diagnosed with laryngitis and bronchitis.
The June 30 show moves to July 11 and the July 2 show to July 13, with original tickets remaining valid and refunds available through the original seller.
Lee’s doctors ordered rest, prompting the band to shift its June 24 concert to July 2 because of travel and border delays after Mexico City dates.

Summary

Rush Brazil Tour

Rush will launch a Brazil reunion tour in January-February 2027.
The tour opens on January 22 at Curitiba’s Arena da Baixada, plays São Paulo’s Allianz Parque on January 24, visits Rio de Janeiro on January 30, and ends in Brasília February 4.
Each concert will begin with a film that mixes band history, guests and humor.
Guitarist Alex Lifeson’s remarks at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame added a note to the band’s publicity push.

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Lifeson Confirms Lee

Alex Lifeson posted a video showing Geddy Lee could barely speak during soundcheck, confirming his serious health condition.
Fans flooded social media with messages of support and concern for Lee’s health.
The band noted that cancellations in their five-decade touring history are so rare they can be counted on one hand.
Rush launched the “Fifty-Something Tour” on June 7, 2026 in Los Angeles before heading to Mexico City and Texas.

History

Historical Context

In 1997 Rush halted touring after drummer Neil Peart’s daughter died in August and his wife in June 1998, prompting a five-year break. The band announced a 2026–2027 reunion tour in October 2025, but early 2026 dates have already been reshuffled, reflecting the group’s history of health-related pauses. These disruptions echo the band’s historic pattern of pausing when members face serious personal crises.

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Rush Postpones Concerts

Rush postponed its June 30 and July 2 Dickies Arena concerts in Fort Worth after bassist Geddy Lee was diagnosed with laryngitis and bronchitis.
The June 30 show moves to July 11 and the July 2 show to July 13, with original tickets remaining valid and refunds available through the original seller.
Lee’s doctors ordered rest, prompting the band to shift its June 24 concert to July 2 because of travel and border delays after Mexico City dates.

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