Alex Lifeson: Looking Forward

[@neilmurrell281]

Rush were amazing, everyone talked about how great Geddy and Neil were but I always thought Alex never got the plaudits he deserved. His name can be spoken in the same sentence as Page,Blackmore,Iommi, Clapton et al with ease. His soloing,riffing and creativity are second to none.

[@cowboy7x]

Anyone that watches Rick Beato's "What makes this song great", (Ep 63) will see just how great he is. NO one was doing the chording that he was doing in those days.

[@mariejanes7207]

Totally agree. Absolutely distinctive sound. He creates atmospheres and landscapes.

[@Knightswhosaynee]

@Lok Katt I agree , maybe what they mean is that , he is not lauded as much as guitarists on his level.

[@libertarianrevolution7026]

I think part of that is because in a lot of bands, the bass player and the drummer do not stand out as much, so the guitar player hogs the spotlight more, whereas in Rush, all three guys really stood out.

[@markdemell3717]

Mais oui mon ami,

[@mattd6086]

Alex Lifeson was the perfect guitarist for Rush. His unique style is recognizable throughout their many changes and he has a gift for creating imagery. He could put you in a forest or take you on a car chase, and always with that rock edge. The guy is a genius.

[@davidteegardin6362]

I grew up with rush. I'm 58 years old and they are still my favorite band ever since i was 16. They were a big inspiration through the years.. i always looked forward to any of Alexis solos in every song.. he is so underrated it should be criminal. I have seen rush live every time they have been to Southern calif. The band to see live hands down period. When Neil passed i really felt and still feel a shadow accros my heart. God bless rip neil.

[@mattd6086]

@@davidteegardin6362 Well said. I'm a few years younger, but got into them right around Moving Pictures/Signals era. I still say Signals is their most underrated album. Saw them on every tour since Hold Your Fire - except the last tour. I had tickets and sold them because I couldn't go. They always came back around here at the end of a tour, but not that one. I wanted so badly to see them play Losing It.

[@markdemell3717]

Rush was the perfect band for Alex.

[@DS-od1kb]

@@markdemell3717 He is never mentioned in lists of guitar greats but his style was perfect for Rush and let's be honest he had a damn good rhythm section too.

[@batphink2655]

@@davidteegardin6362 Kind of like Scott Gorham in Thin Lizzy always seemd to be under-appreciated and oddly enough he plays the Alex Lifeson Gibson Lesp Paul Access model in Black Star Riders!!

[@edwoll]

At 60 years old, I am still amazed how 3 guys made that much sound.

[@MadMaxx1977]

Rush got me through high school and college. Great to see Alex still creating and going strong!! RIP, Neal Peart 😓

[@duncancallow]

Neil

[@batphink2655]

Were you 'cool or cast out"? lol :P

[@montyrayza7220]

@@batphink2655 lolol, personally I was looking for "any escape that might help to smooth the unattractive truth but the suburbs had no charms to soothe the restless dreams of my youth", how about you? hee hee .. I love Rush ...

[@watchmakerfs]

My favorite guitar player ever!

[@tinfoilhatter]

hey, now that you mention it, there's so many , it wouldn't be fair not to mention robin trower, the real king of rock: there-ain't-none-higher! well, maybe it's frank marino: the outsider! one of the mavericks, but the maverick-of mavericks! and there's bruce cockburn! that cat's gonna-tag-ya: watchout! and al dimeola: the slayer of all-rock-stars, he'll frickin' waste ya! yer dun! but he's not like that, he's just frickin' dangerous: like a rhinoceros or somethin', a big-ass-giraffe: don't get in they way, and you be ah-ite.. probly the best i know of, heck, it might be a kid named bubbles williamson, husband of failed u.s. presidential candidate marianne... regrettable, eh? sorry, ladies, just kidding, i have no idea where the boys have gone, or who they really are, actually it looked like in real life, they're rather boring, but i guess that's okay! one thing that i thought was pretty cool was that i'm a little bit taller than al dimeola, so i got that on him! ha ha!

[@akeeperofoddknowledge4956]

Ditto!

[@winstonlane708]

🎸🐐

[@maximilianodelrio]

The best of the best

[@AaronRadioStudio]

Same here

[@benjaminfowler4513]

Probably the most underrated of all the popular guitar players of his era

[@hwy1310]

Underrated?

[@markdemell3717]

NOOOO !

[@pilotpete405]

Alex practically invented the use of creative arpeggios and Suspended chords and he wrote some of the best songs ever for my fave band RUSH! I love every album and every song they’ve done!

[@tinfoilhatter]

they were about the coolest band i knew of in 1976 when i wasn't even yet in grade six, i'm eleven, i look like a sorta red-haired elven kid with rounded ears, but you wouldn't've seen the ears, haha, i remember it like it was about forty five years ago, which sounds about right: listening to those songs , they still grow on me-what the heck did they put in those things, what the heck's goin' on, man!

[@timorean320]

I saw a video where John Petrucci plays a barre F#, but with the 1st (E), 2nd (B) open. Then slides it up 5 frets to make it a B. He calls that the "Alex Lifeson chord", I laughed, so true.

[@pilotpete405]

@@timorean320 Alex played the F#sus chord in HEMISPHERES and FAR CRY!

[@pilotpete405]

@Google Needs TobeBombed yea I hear a lot of Alex in his playing for sure.

[@timorean320]

@Google Needs TobeBombed We all "Rip" to some extent. I do, big difference is, I don't make money on it, or try to pass it off as my own.

[@sideshowlol]

Alex has played things on guitar that have caused me to say “What the ????” and “How the ????” more times than I care to remember. I love his ideas so much. A truly inspired player-which, of course, is also due to the two inspiring musicians he played with. They all raised each other’s games to a higher level. Such sweet synergy.

[@danreynolds4521]

Someone said that Vai and Malmsteen make you go "I wish I could play that", but Alex makes you go "I wish I'd thought of that"!

[@Nightwinflyer]

It is hard to express the mix of emotions to see this interview. Great to hear Alex, can't wait for the new music! The impact of Rush is so deep and personal...

[@diemman70]

👍

[@ssw77west]

I agree 👍👏

[@steeleye2112]

Yep, just hearing from Alex or Geddy and knowing they are ok is strangely heartening for people I have never met.

[@bishlap]

forget it, it's over. RUSH had their moment(s) and those will never return. Even if Peart was still alive, wouldn't matter, ROCK is dead. NOW, If geddy can rap and Alex can spin, perhaps there'd be 3 white hockey players that would buy it. Let's appreciate what we had and not what we want.

[@TheRavensOmen]

@@bishlap What we all want is for you to go to your corner, sit tf down, stfu, and keep to yourself until summoned.

[@latentsea]

Alex, Always seems like a kid with a guitar, stoke and creativity. Humor, humble, beast of a player. Caress of Steel will always be my first love of vinyl. Thank you for a lifetime of soundtracks. Keep on playing... Truly gifted and a top class gentleman.

[@eddiejr540]

Agreed...well said!!!!

[@RCAvhstape]

Caress of Steel is so underrated. No One at the Bridge blows me away every time.

[@lr6884]

@Chris Cassidy Yep, same. In my opinion, The Necromancer is still the greatest rock song ever written.

[@rickflippin1]

Ditto fav album ever “No one at the bridge” brilliance

[@davecole2561]

Spot on. There was nothing he couldn't do in Rush. So soulful, imaginative and inspirational!

[@georgesabol459]

Great to see Alex happy again. I'm still struggling over the loss of the professor. Never being able to witness the magic that's RUSH, live again.

[@anotherDnightmare]

There’s something comforting to know he’s still out there. Thinking of music. Playing music. Creating music. He’s always been in my life. I like that. I appreciate it. And I cherish it. Thank you, Lerxst. And RIP Professor. Never forgotten.

[@timdaly5831]

Very well said.

[@stephaniemossman7768]

My thoughts exactly.

[@arrowguy173]

Beautiful.

[@darklordlc]

After 50 years of being in the business it is refreshing to see what a down to earth and sincere individual Alex is. Thank you for everything.

[@stephenneville7841]

He and evh my favorite guitarist. Two totally different styles. Rush my fav band of all time.

[@drummerdoc04]

Oh how I love everything Rush. Alex is so genius and soulful as a human, and generous with his wisdom. How is it possible that I grow deeper into Rush even now that Neil is gone. They have been my favorite band since Hemispheres. 1979. I am amazed of their staying power. thank you Alex, Geddy and Neil.

[@AudiophileTubes]

My 3 all time favorite rock guitarists: Alex Lifeson, Jimmy Page, David Gilmour. Masterclass players and artists, all of them!

[@M.S-Music]

Check Andrew Latimer of Camel to name one more....

[@rman52]

Alex maybe the nicest guitarist in rock. And two of it's biggest aholes.

[@OutOnTheTiles]

@@rman52 Page isn’t an asshole.

[@rman52]

@@OutOnTheTilesHe didn't go to the funeral for Page's 5 year old son. Same with JPJ. Bought Aleister Crowley's house, a devil worshiper because of his admiration for him and the occult. Except for that Page is a lovely guy.

[@paulya1269]

Regrettably Alex is rarely in the discussion about the greatest guitarists, but he always should be. Whether or not you like Rush and their music, Alex is an incredible guitar player/artist.

[@mywavesrecords]

"To break my fast on honey dew , and drink the milk of Paradise" - Keep on rocking Alex !

[@tu9110]

Amazing man. So talented, creative and humble. Just like Geddy and the late Neil Peart. Was so blessed to see them many times. Miss the 3 of them together. It was truly magical. Huge part of my life. Thank you for the music and even more for being the people you are. True greatness.

[@DSilvergun]

Lifeson - a total class act.

[@gsmith207]

as a drummer I can Appreciate this man’s talent on guitar…just incredible. True musician and virtuoso right here.

[@noizewriter3324]

As a guitarist I can appreciate his late drummers talent as well.

[@anotherDnightmare]

Same

[@grantkgoacher]

That’s what’s so great about Rush. They are the absolute perfect power trio. I’m a guitarist, and Alex was my biggest inspiration, but the way Geddy and Neil approached their instruments is also very influential to me as well. I find myself air drumming or air bassing more often than air guitar with Rush tbh as you should haha.

[@noizewriter3324]

@@grantkgoacher One of those bands where each member sounded like themselves and you could take each isolated part and tell it was Alex, Geddy or Neil

[@kushking420]

As a drummer, the three were all talented, amazing musicians.

[@TheGuitologist]

Love you, Alex! You're an inspiration.

[@harrysachs2274]

Definitely. He's great when it comes to liberty. Correction: I was thinking of Neil Peart, I always get the two mixed up. Both great players.

[@reptalien_music]

And I love the Guitologist!

[@chevken1831]

I enjoyed every phase of Rush's progression.

[@paultiki9968]

I first got hooked by Moving Pictures. For a long time I kind of overlooked a lot of the older stuff. As I got older I found I liked the older rush even more.

[@tparker2095]

Me too! Clockwork Angels is my favorite album of theirs, the newer stuff is often overlooked.

[@the6ig6adwolf]

@@tparker2095 clockwork is an absolute masterpiece!!

[@Land-Shark]

"Victor" is still one of my favorite albums. It has so many great songs on it.

[@HereXEG]

I don’t understand why it never took off! I love it’s heavier feel!

[@7389]

I've been a Rush fan since 1979 as a teen. It's good to see Alex.

[@LerockJohn]

He is our Ultimate Secret Handshake amongst guitar player...

[@tammiec4937]

Greatest guitarist ever! Rush greatest band ever🤘

[@XHuntinatorX]

Two thumbs up!!!

[@ZonkerRoberts]

"I do have a banjo, much to my wife's dismay." Oh man, I laughed at that. Wonderful!

[@gmills5763]

Absolutely love to listen to Lifeson. Not just the jams but the quiet, thoughtful interludes. Different Strings comes to mind. Wore those records out. Thank you Rush!!!

[@tmtombass2126]

Oh yes, Different strings. If it just would have been longer. The solo just started...always hoped for an extended version.

[@curtisprice9806]

I still wear Permanent Waves out!!!!

[@mathisto21]

Alex is such an amazing person, artist and wonderful player. I can’t help but feel there is still such a big void left and sadness from Neil’s passing. Thank you Rush for all you have given us. I would love to hear what Alex is working on but understand if he keeps it to himself ❤️❤️

[@richardmountz3865]

In '76, at Alex Cooley's Electric Ballroom Atl, during the 2112 tour I shook His hand during the Professors solo and gave him a thumbs up. With that assurance he went on with wild abandon to the greatest heights. Your welcome Sir... Better yet, thank you Sir......

[@gwb19]

Hahaha I'll thank you both! Awesome you have that memory and experience

[@digidrum2003]

Wish ya would of shook Neil's hand.........

[@MDavidG1]

@@digidrum2003 Shaking Neil's hand would not have been easy to do while he was playing the above-mentioned drum solo.

[@digidrum2003]

@@MDavidG1 I know....just wishing your handshake would of changed the course of history for Neil somehow........sounds silly i know...just miss him so much.

[@janetowens7288]

I was at the show at the Electric Ballroom in Atlanta. That was a great place to hear a band.

[@YuTuboTuTubas]

Mr. LIFESON is So Influential. My personal num 1 guitar player. Virtuoso. Original. Trademark sound. Recognisable solos. Classic and really heavy. Awesome.

[@mpactdesignmedia]

Haven't seen any guitarist more in concert than this guy. One of the reasons I started playing many years ago. Hats off and many thanks - can't wait to hear future music out of you!!!

[@throwaway692]

I started playing bc I wanted to be Ace Frehley. A friends older brother had Permanent Waves. I remember thinking to myself "I didn't know it was possible to do that with a guitar". Needless to say Alex has been on the short list ever since.

[@russellszabadosaka5-pindin849]

@mapactdesignmedia same here on both points you made! I started piano lessons at 5, but always wanted to play guitar, and “discovering” Rush for myself turned that into an obsession. I bought Permanent Waves the day it came out when I was 12 (WPLJ in New York City had previewed The Spirit of Radio a few times the week before its release) and never looked back. I already had music theory and a good ear from piano, and then my cousin taught me how to learn songs by ear, and I literally taught myself the guitar to Rush and Black Sabbath albums, then later Led Zeppelin & Iron Maiden. My first Rush show was at Madison Square Garden, Moving Pictures tour on May 18, 1981, and I’ve seen every tour since (26 shows altogether). When they came out and started playing that first time I saw them at the Garden, I literally cried. 😎🥺😁

[@mpactdesignmedia]

@@russellszabadosaka5-pindin849 - great story! It started with me @ about 14 with All The World's A Stage

[@minisurfbanana]

Same…seen him 14x

[@throwaway692]

@@mpactdesignmedia I miss my OTWAS poster. You remember how absolutely huge it was? Covered the whole wall.

[@commonman317]

I know he did some work with Rik Emmett from Triumph before. It would be a cool thing to have both Alex and Rik get serious, make an album, and do a tour together! That would be something to see.

[@ronfrosig5918]

Except for Clapton, I have seen most every major Guitarist since the mid 60's. Mr. Lifeson would land squarely in my top 10... Wait now! I'm talking Jimi Hendrix, Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, Eddie Van Halen, Steve Vai, Adrien Belew, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Steve Howe, Alan Holdsworth, and Alex Lifeson. Not necessarily in that order.... I would be proud to be listed in those 10!! WE=mc2

[@jonshaw9472]

Such a humble, friendly and down to earth man....the last person you would expect to be involved in a punch up with the police at a wedding.

[@jacko2049]

He was trying to protect his son that was getting arrested and things went downhill from there unfortunately

[@zacharydesjardins8115]

Epiphone needs to make his White ES 355 Guitar :)

[@rogerowens5669]

I second that dude

[@pb12661]

yeah, it would probably cost about 15 grand. lol

[@rorshakks]

And/or make more Gibsons of said model.

[@zacharydesjardins8115]

I would love it if it came with coil taps and piezo as well tbh

[@Ycjedi]

@@pb12661 Epiphone just did a George Thoroughgood ES-155 that was pretty affordable

[@throwaway692]

One of the absolutely coolest guys in R&R.

[@musicalSFCat]

Thank you Alex for all the incredible priceless concerts (Hemispheres was my personal fav), studio recordings created with your musical brothers in Rush. Truly a very humble, gifted, brilliant musician/guitarist. Looking forward to your new solo music in the years ahead.

[@jenniferjones7229]

Bass player here. I adored this video. Alex Lifeson just makes me happy. He is so underrated.

[@kentmains7763]

One of the all time greats.

[@curtisprice9806]

Great interview....Alex is a really, really great artist, and cool as can be!

[@paulbennett772]

"A bass player has the sensibilities that a guitar player who plays bass doesn't." Never was there a truer statement by a guitar player about bass players. Cards on table - English bass player a few months younger than the guys in Rush, style like Lee & Squire.

[@ralphhyland8661]

This man...is THE man!

[@dusty3913]

There's a texture and depth to Alex's creations which makes him stand apart from ANY other player. He has a quality that is not definable or copyable. A true original.

[@chrismitchell45]

Alex Lifeson is responsible for my abandonment of the mullet in the 80’s….. Forever thankful Alex!!.. 😂 I walked into the hair place with the Grace Under Pressure Album and said “make my hair look like his!” True story lol I hate hearing “Alex Lifeson is underrated”. He has never been underrated by musicians. He’s been a world class guitarist since his teens. I’m glad to see he’s still busy and making music. Truly one of the best rock guitarists ever.

[@iternityhuman1782]

What a legend, what a career!

[@dianaa9826]

ALEX LIFESON=LEGEND!!!!!!!!

[@glaucosouza1971]

Alex is a wonderfull person. Down to earth guy.

[@terryomalley1974]

True. So typically Canadian.

[@glaucosouza1971]

@@terryomalley1974 well, I must admit that I have only good memories from a trip that ive made to Montreal and the people were always very kind.

[@terryomalley1974]

@@glaucosouza1971 Most of us are, but like everywhere, we have our share of pricks too. In general, though, the trait that seems to stand out to Americans when they meet Canadians, even celebrities like rock stars and hockey players, is how we seem s lot like Americans, but very down to earth, understated.

[@7775Kevin]

I’ve been a fan since I first saw him play in Rockford Illinois in 1976.

[@lordtrimly]

All respect to Alex Lifeson…one of the greats. Lookin forward to hearing his new music.

[@fingolfen01]

Long time Rush fan - so happy to now have "Axcess" to an Alex Lifeson signature that I can afford! :D

[@leftygeezer]

Very intelligent interview. Well done.

[@devwhit]

The man, the myth, the legend…

[@ArtbyPaulPetro]

my admiration and appreciation for him and his former bandmates is beyond what I can put into words. It IS incredibly exciting to hear Alex's new music and knowing more is on the horizon as well.

[@snake-oilsalesman2011]

Great interview. Alex Lifeson has got to be the nicest and coolest guy in rock music.

[@dms5154]

A completely sweet guy with so much talent!

[@keschgelb]

A guitar, thats lets the player sound better that he actually is - i need that instrument instantly!

[@SplitRensonator]

The king of hard rock tone...ride those valves man!!

[@user-pl4in1up4d]

He's looking good man

[@fa18superhornetpilotcessna75]

Alex Lifeson has never a dull guitar moment . After all these years of playing with Rush and on solo LP’s , he’s guitar Playing and solos just draws you deep into his own world . The guy is just an amazing musician and fun to be around ;)

[@nickphillips1721]

My all time greatest guitarist. One of the best human beings on the planet.

[@steeleye2112]

Yep, what a completely wonderful person. How can anyone be that humble who has produced the art that he has.

[@veloci3twenty607]

was just listening to his solo on Between the Wheels. Love that solo with all those triplets

[@howardjohny]

Love it, Kid Gloves solo is my favorite.

[@kennethmckinley8414]

Between the Wheels. My favourite Rush song. GUP is so underrated.

[@hubbsllc]

Oh, yes - that one is special. I didn't really come to appreciate it properly until the last few years when I started plying guitar more seriously myself. I'm really amazed how that solo is very much its own composition. You can sing it!

[@jpc521]

The chorus and solo on between the wheels is amazing

[@bernardchan8838]

I loved hearing Alex talk about his creative process. So interesting. Coincidentally, I just ordered his Epiphone guitar from Long & McQuade today. They were sold out in Canada but one just happened to become available in British Columbia while I was in the store and they’re shipping it to the store here in Ontario! I’m getting the last one available in Canada. Can’t wait to try it out!!

[@recondoc65]

Enjoy it in good health!

[@scottdunn2178]

My first two concerts; *Permanent Waves tour Phoenix in 1980, .38 Special opening. *Moving Pictures tour Phoenix 1981, Max Webster opening.

[@grey-friar]

Well done Mr. Dunn!

[@scottdunn2178]

@@grey-friar My third concert was Ozzy with Randy Rhoads in June 1981, the first leg of the Blizzard of Ozz tour... with Motorhead opening! I was 15, and it changed my life... along with seeing Rush of course 🎸

[@OdinHammersmith]

@@scottdunn2178 Dude, that’s awesome. Never got to see Randy or Max Webster. I saw half of Max Webster 30 something years after they broke up.

[@XHuntinatorX]

I’m seriously jealous!!!

[@scottdunn2178]

@@XHuntinatorX Are you sitting down? My third concert was Ozzy with Randy Rhoads in June '81 with Motorhead opening.

[@hockeyman2274]

Alex Lifeson is why I started learning guitar.

[@ernestbuckley8671]

Love you Alex. Rush 4ever!

[@GurnBograt1986]

I love both Kabul Blues and Spy house, can't wait for the rest of the songs to be released. I completely appreciate that Alex and Epiphone have teamed up to build and make available Alex's Axcess guitar at an affordable price for players. Its the one stop shopping kitchen sink technology guitar. Alex is an exceptional guitarist, song writer and a true innovator in every way. Will be purchasing this guitar ASAP.

[@zwiastunburzy7188]

The most imaginative guitarist you'll ever hear. Every song, every lead break, the unique use of chord structures, every piece different but clearly Alex Lifeson. And typical of all three members, humble and unaffected by fame. They set a standard of musicianship, both studio and especially in concert, that few can equal. RIP Neil Peart.

[@earlbrackett6508]

If I was putting a prog rock band together, Alex Lifeson would be #1 on my list. I've gotta get one of those Epi's !

[@tinfoilhatter]

i would enlist pete gabriel on guitar, and alex for vocalist, just to mix-it-up! and alanis morrissette on the drum-machine-thing! and tony levin on bass! andy summers can be a great tambourine mover-and-shaker if he's available! ha ha just for fun, i would grab ben shapiro, and put him on electric violin- and put him in a raspberry beret , but it would cost me, and that'd-be-okay... the first song i'd want them to tackle, would be 'passenger of the dark'- that one's cool, remember that, by jean-luc ponty? [the guitar, sounds like a young alex lifeson, come to think of it]

[@nathanstevens259]

It's good to hear that Alex has several projects going including one that involves an album in the future. Hopefully Geddy could be involved at some point or Geddy would do his own thing like Alex has. One can hope, but it's really great to see Alex being the great musician that he has always been. We haven't really gotten to see him do things like this in six years or so with the exception of random guest appearances (which were all great too by the way). Good to have you back Lerxt, I hope that there is more to come!

[@david6ygaube392]

Absolutely my fave 4 40years

[@ticklefritz5406]

How can you not love Alex, he is just so authentic and wholesome. Great interview.

[@alexscott730]

Alex rockin the Friendly Giant look...lol

[@davidmurphy9586]

It's always a pleasure to listen to Alex. He knows his stuff inside out. Looking forward to hearing his new material. The guy has cool written all over him. Forever talented. Peace to Alex and Geddy. Miss Neil. Rush, always.

[@grahammacleod5140]

These guys from the rock world of the 70,s and 80,s .........we grew up with them and kinda thought, they will always be around......or there would be others to carry on the tradition. We are now just realising that they are the last of a generation, an incredible professional set of musicians who dedicated themselves to real performance and insipired kids all over the world to pick up an instrument..... Just a reminder to appreciate what we have, while we still have it....

[@CulDorcha1]

I had the privilege to see Rush front row center once. He was right in front of me blowing my mind. I yelled “Go Alex!” He looked at me, and with the body language of a blushing little girl said “Who…me?” Truly an artist with an extraordinary sense of humor. Also, one of the only guitarists who can give me chills with a solo. Living Legend.

[@paulbrighton3303]

Alex is one of the most original guitarists in history. Plays from the heart, has technique and skill, but such a high emotional component. He could play dental floss and make it sound damn good.

[@shanethackeray1988]

Lifetime fan of Rush and Alex was a guitar inspiration for me from the early 70’s.

[@sugarmice]

Legend. What an inspiration.

[@larshartmann6696]

My favorite Guitarrist ever.. He is so gentle and relaxed... I met him shortly for an autograph during their 2004 R 30 tour in Stuttgart...By the way : Happy belated birthday ..; Alex !!

[@TrevyTrev-andTheFunkyPets]

Glad he’s doing music still, he’s one of my favorites.

[@richardjoyce8522]

So glad to see Alex playing music again and wanting to get back to work after so much heartache in the Rush camp ! Good luck Alex and RIP Neil Peart !

[@masterfactchecker5541]

ALEX, GEDDY & NEIL, A POWER TRIO THAT CREATED SUCH EMOTIONAL, INSPIRING AND POWERFUL MUSIC THAT TOUCHED THE SOUL AND INDIRECTLY POSITIVELY AFFECTED MANY LIVES AROUND THE WORLD !!

[@clemlowes9417]

Always great to see and hear what Alex or Geddy are up to these days.

[@AutismRocksOfficial]

Alex! You flipping rock, dude! 🤘🙌✌️

[@AutismRocksOfficial]

@Soy Orbison thank you!

[@trevizons]

A living Legend, a living LEGEND !!!

[@vaughnblaylock6069]

I love him so much. Proof positive that you can be a powerhouse in the music industry and still maintain humility and class. Such an inspiration for my kid (he's gonna be famous some day).

[@daboosreviews8819]

Amazing amazing guitar Alex!!! I got mine a week or so ago and simply cannot put it down. Amazing that you can get so many of RUSH tones out of it. Plus, it's really good at pretty much any type of music. I was so amazed at all the sounds it's capable of that I did a video of the tones I could get out of it. Click my head to the left to check it out but I have to say this Epiphone is easily as nice as my Gibsons AND it stays in tune as good or better than any PRS, Fender, Jackson, Strandberg, etc that I've ever owned or played. Thanks again Alex for bringing a tool like this to the masses!

[@benasaro1043]

Wow, what a scoop! Great interview! Lifeson: my favourite guitar player, and best all around guitar player ever!

[@hball6695]

Loved it! Alex is great as always, such a down to earth guy. Mitch knew his stuff and did a great job of asking a question then getting out of the way...

[@Plowguitarist]

Incredible musician. Very humble man. Rush has Always been an Incredible band . Mind blowing. My condolences to you Alex for your incredible loss. R.I.P. Mr Pert.

[@redwatch1100]

Thanks for being so cool, Alex. You were/are every bit as good as Edward and Jimi.

[@kevinkohlman9884]

Such an incredibly talented guitarist and yet so humble and down to earth. Alex is the kind of guy you root for because he is so genuine.

[@thomasgreaves9218]

2112 and All The World's A Stage ... You just couldn't tear me away from those albums when i was a young boy. As well as all early Queen, Led Zeppelin, and The Who.

[@bro7269]

Rush was my very 1st live concert in 1981 and have been in life ever since. I wept when Neil passed.

[@wc6564]

alex you and neil and geddy are like real family brothers,and you worked your butt off to be where you are today,so sad that neil passed but always will be in my memory as the best drummer ever next to buddy rich so you and geddy may come back someday to play in neils memory we hope!!!

[@davehodson9083]

The most underrated player on the planet Such a lovely guy to

[@alfredbrowne3410]

I feel so fortunate to have been born at precisely the right time to enjoy 2112, Grace Under Pressure, Permanent Waves, Signals, Moving Pictures as my junior high and high school soundtrack.

[@themechaniacal1558]

Always good to see my favorite guitarist. Can't wait to hear his new stuff.

[@KhalDrogo76]

Going to listen right now - new music from Alex demands my attention!