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Alex Lifeson

Alex Lifeson

Actor · Born 1953-08-27 · Fernie, British Columbia, Canada

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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…

Movies & TV Shows

  1. Chicago Fire (2012) — Alex Lifeson
  2. I Love You, Man (2009) — Alex Lifeson - Rush
  3. Trailer Park Boys (2001) — Alex Lifeson
  4. Suck (2009) — Border Guard
  5. Trailer Park Boys: The Movie (2006) — Cop 2
  6. Rush: Beyond the Lighted Stage (2010) — Self
  7. South Park: The 25th Anniversary Concert (2022) — Self (Rush)
  8. The Breach (2022) — Alex
  9. Ecstasy (2011) — Dr. Figg
  10. Rush in Rio (2003) — Self - Electric and acoustic guitars, backing vocals
  11. Rush - Clockwork Angels Tour (2013) — Himself
  12. RUSH: Time Machine (2011) — Self
  13. Rush: R30 (2005) — Himself - Guitars
  14. Rush: Time Stand Still (2016) — Himself
  15. Rush - Snakes & Arrows Live (2008) — Himself - Guitars
  16. Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert (2022) — Self
  17. Jason Segel & Paul Rudd Meet Rush (2011) — Himself
  18. Come On Children (1973) — Himself
  19. Rush: A Show of Hands (1989) — Himself - Guitars
  20. Rush: R40 Live (2015) — Himself on Guitars
  21. Classic Albums (1997) — Self
  22. Rush: Grace Under Pressure Tour (1986) — Himself - Guitars
  23. Classic Albums: Rush - 2112 & Moving Pictures (2010) — Himself
  24. That Metal Show (2008)
  25. Rush: Exit... Stage Left (1982) — Himself - Guitars
  26. Rush: Chronicles (1990) — Himself - Guitars
  27. Toronto Rocks (2003) — Self
  28. Rush : Working Men (2009) — Himself
  29. The Boys in Brazil (2003)
  30. Rush: Cinema Strangiato - R40+ Director's Cut (2021) — Himself
  31. Rush: Moving Pictures (40th Anniversary Edition) (2022) — 6 and 12 string guitars, Taurus pedals
  32. Rush: Signals (40th Anniversary Edition) (2023) — 6 and 12 string guitars, Taurus pedals
  33. RUSH: Cinema Strangiato 2019 (2019) — Himself
  34. Rush - Live from the Rabbit Hole 1990 (2016) — Himself
  35. Rush: R40 Completist DVD (Blu-Ray Edition) (2014) — Himself
  36. Rush: A Farewell To Kings (40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition) (2017) — Himself
  37. Rush - Hemispheres (40th Anniversary Edition) (2018) — Himself
  38. Behind the Stage Door (2022) — Alex Lifeson
  39. Rush: Through the Camera Eye (1985) — Himself
  40. Through the Camera Eye (1985)