We are now 25 dates into the Fifty Something tour, and the momentum continues to build with every stop. The band recently wrapped up a packed show in Detroit, adding to a long string of sold out arenas across the country. Fans and critics continue to offer widespread praise for the current run, with reviewers consistently noting Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson's enduring technical skills and stage presence. The production remains as sharp as ever, featuring the new Xanadudes intro film and the familiar South Park introduction for Tom Sawyer. The consensus among the community is that the band is delivering a highly polished and engaging performance every single night. The most actively discussed aspect of the tour remains the highly unpredictable set lists. Over the course of 25 shows, we've documented 14 unique variations. Geddy and Alex previously mentioned they rehearsed a pool of 40 songs, and they are certainly putting that extensive catalog to use right now. While they ori...

Chicago brought the fire. Madison Square Garden brought the history. But Toronto? Toronto is home. Tomorrow night, the "Fifty Something" tour pulls into Scotiabank Arena to kick off a highly anticipated four-night residency in the very city where the magic began. For fifty-plus years, a Rush show in Toronto has been more than just a concert; it’s a family reunion. Looking back through our newly rebuilt Tour Archives , the sheer volume of history the band has in this city is staggering. We’ve tracked their evolution from tearing the roof off Massey Hall in the 1970s, to the legendary multi-night stands at Maple Leaf Gardens, all the way to what we collectively thought was their final hometown bow during the R40 tour in 2015. Every era of Rush is permanently woven into the fabric of Toronto. But as the house lights go down tomorrow night, the emotional weight in the arena will be undeniable. A Toronto homecoming without Neil Peart behind the kit is a reality none of us eve...