From Exclusion to Staple: The Journey of Rush's 'Tom Sawyer' and 'Moving Pictures
Geddy Lee of Rush recently admitted in an interview with Rick Beato that he initially wanted to exclude their hit song "Tom Sawyer" from their album "Moving Pictures." Despite the challenges they faced during the recording process, the song became a massive success and is now a staple in their setlists. The album itself was a turning point for the band, as they were initially planning to release a live album but changed course based on their record label's advice. The upcoming Fifty Something reunion tour will feature Lee, guitarist Alex Lifeson, drummer Anika Nilles, and keyboardist Loren Gold, with shows scheduled in North America, South America, and Europe in early 2027.