Alex Lifeson

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Born

August 27, 1953 (age 72)

Place of Birth

Fernie, British Columbia, Canada

Also Known As

Alex Zivojinovich

Lerxst

Big Al

Alexandar Zivojinovich

Rush

Alex Lifeson

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 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.

Known For

Filmography

2023FilmRush: Signals (40th Anniversary Edition)as 6 and 12 string guitars, Taurus pedals2022FilmBehind the Stage Dooras Alex Lifeson2022FilmTaylor Hawkins Tribute Concertas Self2022FilmSouth Park: The 25th Anniversary Concertas Self (Rush)2022FilmThe Breachas Alex2022FilmRush: Moving Pictures (40th Anniversary Edition)as 6 and 12 string guitars, Taurus pedals2021FilmRush: Cinema Strangiato - R40+ Director's Cutas Himself2019FilmRUSH: Cinema Strangiato 2019as Himself2018FilmRush - Hemispheres (40th Anniversary Edition)as Himself2018FilmBachman2017FilmRush: A Farewell To Kings (40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition)as Himself2016FilmRush: 2112 40th Anniversary Editionas Himself2016FilmRush - Live from the Rabbit Hole 1990as Himself2016FilmRush: Time Stand Stillas Himself2015FilmRush: R40 Liveas Himself on Guitars2014FilmRush - Live at The Molson Amphitheater 1997as Himself2014FilmRush: R40as Himself2014FilmRush: R40 Completist DVD (Blu-Ray Edition)as Himself2014FilmRush: The Rise of Kings 1968-1981as Himself / Musician2013FilmRush - Clockwork Angels Touras Himself2012FilmRush: 2112as Himself2012TVChicago Fireas Alex Lifeson2012FilmInner Rushas Self2011FilmRUSH: Time Machineas Self2011FilmEcstasyas Dr. Figg2011TVThe Drunk and On Drugs Happy Fun Time Hour2011FilmJason Segel & Paul Rudd Meet Rushas Himself2010FilmClassic Albums: Rush - 2112 & Moving Picturesas Himself2010FilmRush: Beyond the Lighted Stageas Self2009FilmRush : Working Menas Himself2009FilmSuckas Border Guard2009FilmI Love You, Manas Alex Lifeson - Rush2009FilmRush: Retrospective 3 Video Collectionas Self2008FilmRush - Snakes & Arrows Liveas Himself - Guitars2008TVThat Metal Show2007FilmRush: The Game Of Snakes & Arrowsas Himself2006FilmTrailer Park Boys: The Movieas Cop 22005FilmRush: R30as Himself - Guitars2003FilmThe Boys in Brazil2003FilmRush in Rioas Self - Electric and acoustic guitars, backing vocals2003FilmToronto Rocksas Self2001TVTrailer Park Boysas Alex Lifeson1998FilmRush: Different Stages - Liveas 6 and 12 string guitars, Taurus pedals1998FilmPrimus - Horrible Swill1997TVClassic Albumsas Self1994FilmRush: A View From The Palaceas Himself1990FilmRush: Chroniclesas Himself - Guitars1989FilmRush: A Show of Handsas Himself - Guitars1986FilmRush: Grace Under Pressure Touras Himself - Guitars1985FilmRush: Through the Camera Eyeas Himself1985FilmThrough the Camera Eye1982FilmRush: Exit... Stage Leftas Himself - Guitars1973FilmCome On Childrenas HimselfFilmRush: Live at the Capitol Theatre, 1976as Himself

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