{"product_id":"rush-at-50-by-daniel-bukszpan-9780760387153","title":"Rush at 50","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully produced, photo-packed celebration of the beloved rock trio, \u003cem\u003eRush at 50\u003c\/em\u003e examines the history of the Canadian rockers through the lens of 50 milestone events and an illustrated gatefold timeline. Formed in Toronto in 1968, Rush became one of the most popular and best-selling bands in rock history, thanks to their tireless effort and imaginative, ever-evolving music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis richly illustrated and entertainingly written book from Rush expert and music journalist Dan Bukszpan pays tribute to the trio on the 50th anniversary of their debut album by curating and examining 50 of the most significant milestones in their career. Bukszpan covers everything down through the decades:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe band's formation by bassist Geddy Lee and guitarist Alex Lifeson in suburban Toronto and their early gigs and tours opening for the likes of Kiss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTheir breakthrough in the United States thanks to a Cleveland DJ.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe role of co-founding drummer John Rutsey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRush's early Led Zeppelin-influenced efforts and their breakthrough, \u003cem\u003e2112\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe band's ever-evolving musical style through the 1970s and 1980s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe controversial influence of novelist Ayn Rand on Neil Peart's lyrics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGeddy Lee's instantly recognisable vocal style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecording sessions with various producers in Wales, Quebec, and elsewhere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn examining 50 touchstones, Bukszpan presents a unique look at Rush's career arc from Toronto bar band to international mega-platinum stadium fillers. Every page is illustrated with stunning concert and candid offstage photography, including gig posters, 7-inch picture sleeves, ticket stubs, and more. The result is an epic tribute to one of the most influential and admired bands in rock history in a milestone year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46845722460396,"sku":"9780760387153","price":79.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19799713482458.jpg?v=1758890798","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/products\/rush-at-50-by-daniel-bukszpan-9780760387153","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}