Rush’s ‘Roll the Bones': How Theme of ‘Chance’ Inspired CoverRush’s ‘Roll the Bones': How Theme of ‘Chance’ Inspired CoverArt director Hugh Syme explains how he expanded on the lyrics for the cover of 1991 LP. Ryan ReedRyan Reed
Why Rush’s ‘The Garden’ Feels Like Neil Peart’s Symbolic GoodbyeWhy Rush’s ‘The Garden’ Feels Like Neil Peart’s Symbolic GoodbyeOne year after the drummer and lyricist's death from brain cancer, the 'Clockwork Angels' song offers a prescient sense of finality, both for the band and himself. Ryan ReedRyan Reed
Rush Open Up About Neil Peart’s Cancer BattleRush Open Up About Neil Peart’s Cancer BattleGeddy Lee and Alex Lifeson recall their emotional journey following drummer's brain cancer diagnosis. Ryan ReedRyan Reed
Neil Peart Dies: One Year LaterNeil Peart Dies: One Year LaterA look back at 12 months of Rush-related activity following the drummer's death. Ryan ReedRyan Reed
How Rush Channeled Old Board Game for ‘Snakes and Arrows’ CoverHow Rush Channeled Old Board Game for ‘Snakes and Arrows’ CoverArt director Hugh Syme reflects on Neil Peart's unorthodox choice to use an existing painting for their 2007 LP.Ryan ReedRyan Reed
How Kiss’ Eric Singer Paid Tribute to Late Rush Legend Neil PeartHow Kiss’ Eric Singer Paid Tribute to Late Rush Legend Neil PeartObservant viewers watching the band's New Year's Eve concert may have seen the subtle salute. Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
How Rush’s ‘Permanent Waves’ Cover Fused Storms and Retro HairdosHow Rush’s ‘Permanent Waves’ Cover Fused Storms and Retro HairdosArt director Hugh Syme reflects on the band's pun-filled composite artwork for 1980 LP.Ryan ReedRyan Reed
How a Stone Sculpture Guided Rush’s ‘Test for Echo’ Cover ArtHow a Stone Sculpture Guided Rush’s ‘Test for Echo’ Cover ArtThrough the inspiration of Neil Peart, art director Hugh Syme arrived at an image that symbolized the theme of "finding your way."Ryan ReedRyan Reed
How a Real-Life Comet Inspired Rush’s ‘Vapor Trails’ CoverHow a Real-Life Comet Inspired Rush’s ‘Vapor Trails’ CoverThe story of its fiery artwork — like the album itself — involves tragedy, emotional healing and a bit of magic.Ryan ReedRyan Reed
How Rush’s New Drummer Neil Peart Helped Spark ‘Fly by Night’ ArtHow Rush’s New Drummer Neil Peart Helped Spark ‘Fly by Night’ ArtLyricist's love of birds spawned the 1975 LP's simple yet memorable cover.Ryan ReedRyan Reed
How Drinking Brandy Inspired Rush’s ‘Grace Under Pressure’ CoverHow Drinking Brandy Inspired Rush’s ‘Grace Under Pressure’ CoverWhen Hugh Syme learned the title of Rush's 10th LP, he immediately translated those words into colors.Ryan ReedRyan Reed
How Rush Went Pun-Wild With ‘Moving Pictures’ CoverHow Rush Went Pun-Wild With ‘Moving Pictures’ CoverArt director Hugh Syme's vision for the band's eighth LP crystalized as soon as he heard the title.Ryan ReedRyan Reed