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The guys add a few tracks to the wheel and end up spinning Victor, off Alex Lifeson's 1996 solo record Victor. Ummmm...you just need to listen. This is the one to go get some gummies for...
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This week, the Haggis Shack smells like peach pie and nostalgia as Chaz and Schatz welcome the sister of The Professor himself, Nancy Peart Burkholder, along with the host of the Bubba Bash fellow Rush lifer Cathy Rankin.
What follows is one of the most heartfelt and hilariously insightful conversations we’ve ever had. Nancy opens up the family scrapbook and lets us peek inside the Peart household — the laughter, the mischief, and the moments that made Neil more than a legend… they made him Neil.
We hear about the big brother who drummed on his sister's playpen, the teen who read everything in sight, and the man who sent postcards home from every corner of the world — still grounded by love for his family and the rhythm that started around Betty Peart’s kitchen table.
Nancy’s stories range from the hilarious to the humbling — memories of a brother who was thoughtful, generous, and beautifully human beneath the myth. She talks about the birth of Peart Family Events, how grief became purpose, and how the upcoming Legacy in Bronze project will literally set Neil’s spirit in stone.
Meanwhile, Cathy shares her own journey — from Rush fan to recording artist — and the story behind her tribute song for Neil, a collaboration that turned loss into light. There’s laughter, love, and a few tears, but most of all there’s that unmistakable hum of the spirit of radio running through it all.
🏡 Growing up Peart — Nancy’s front-row seat to her brother’s curiosity, humor, and drive.
🌍 Postcards from the road — and the quiet way Neil stayed connected to home.
💖 The creation of Peart Family Events and how community became family.
🎶 Cathy Rankin’s tribute song — healing through melody, with help from her family and friends.
⛳ Teeing off at the Pure Golf Tournament — where charity meets air drumming.
If you love Rush, if you love stories, and if you’ve ever felt that Neil’s words reached straight into your heart — this one’s for you.
So pour a Scotch, raise a glass to her big brother, and join us as we celebrate family, music, and the rhythm that never fades.
THIS WEEK'S SONG
The wheel playfully denies Nancy the opportunity to call her shot and instead we end up listening to The Larger Bowl off 2007's Snakes & Arrows. We get a special side story about what the larger bowl was about in the Peart house growing up.
SHOW LINKS
Donate! Legacy in Bronze - Help get Neil's statue erected in Lakeside Park
97 Rock Shreed & Regan's Rush Tribute
Cathy Rankin's Video for Now You've Gone
Peart Family Memorial Events - NP, GP, DP
Peart Family Coffee - The Most Excellent Way to Start Your Day
Ramona Vogue's tribute to her Uncle Neil - Radio Silence
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The show stumbles open to a heated discussion on Schatz's readiness to add Anika Nilles' solo works to the 911 wheel for exploration. Putting aside that she has a back catalogue that would quickly have her dominate the wheel, we explore the vein that dislodged itself from Schatz's forehead at the thought of putting a newbie on the wheel with Lersxt and Dirk.
No Wheel Spin
Rather than spin the wheel, we listen to a couple of album opening tracks from Anika's solo catalog - Fiji, off 2025's False Truth, and Wild Boy off her 2014 Eponymous EP. There's no voting either, but we get to hear for ourselves what all the fuss is about.
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This week, Chaz and Schatz welcome Greg Russell—drummer, designer, and longtime friend of Neil Peart—back into the Haggis Shack for a deep-dive episode that’s equal parts tribute, therapy session, and celebration of all things Rush. With the band’s reunion and the addition of a new drummer making headlines, Greg shares his unique perspective as both a torchbearer in the tribute scene as drummer in Natural Science, and someone who rode thousands of miles with Neil himself.
The conversation rockets from the emotional impact of Rush’s return (and what it means to the community) to Greg’s stories of life on the road with Neil, the art of playing Rush’s music, and the challenges and joys of keeping the spirit alive in tribute bands. Chaz and Schatz dig into the fan experience, ticket drama, and the bittersweet excitement of seeing Rush 3.0 take shape. Greg opens up about Neil’s legacy, his playful side, and the importance of honoring the music while embracing change.
🔥 In This Episode:
THIS WEEK’S SONG
We didn't spin the wheel this week, as it just seemed like the right thing to do, to pause the games (most of them) and spend an evening with a drink and a friend to talk about what it feels like to be a part of this time, in this place, with all that's our effin reality. Effin deep man...pass the bong...tune in, turn on, and enjoy this very special Hallmark, Disney, one-time, special to Blue-Ray, DVD and US Cass-ingle event: an episode recorded just a week and 2 days after the announcement of the RUSH Reunion - before the additional dates were announced! Still fresh! - Special from RushRash to you.
And please welcome our newest sponsor - Peart Family Coffee to the Rush Rash Haggis Shack of "you scratch our back, we'll scratch yours" sponsorship! Go grab yourself a big ass cup of the most excellent cup of coffee you can have today and listen to some more R U S H with us - Hot Damn, eh!
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Grab a cup of Peart Family Coffee and curl up with your headphones and some LSD for a trip through Afghanastan with a Les Paul strapped to your back. We're listening to Kabul Blues from 2022's eponymous release by Envy of None. I'm not as toned as you stink I am...
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This week, Chaz and Schatz welcome the one and only Mike Massé — world-class vocalist, YouTube legend, and full-tilt Rush fan who’s brought stadium-sized harmonies to everything from “Subdivisions” to “Africa.” In this very special episode, Mike shares his memories of seeing the Signals tour from Florida’s Space Coast, and what it meant to watch “Countdown” while the real rockets blazed over Cape Canaveral. And the conversation rockets off the pad into discussions of the upcoming tour, Neil’s legacy, poetry-as-lyrics, and whether or not Uncle Gino should run the Vegas odds on “The Weapon” making the setlist.
BE A PART OF MIKE'S MUSIC VIDEO
Want to be a film star? Find your way to the world-famous Surf Ballroom this Sunday, October 19th.
The event will feature a FREE CONCERT and the filming of Mike's new music video for an acoustic cover of Don McLean’s legendary anthem, “American
Pie.” Mike will be joined on stage by his longtime collaborators and fan favorites, Jeff Hall and Sterling Cottam, for this one-night-only performance. Doors open at 7:00 PM, with the show beginning at 7:30 PM. The Surf Ballroom, forever etched in rock history as the final stage for Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and The Big Bopper on “The Day the Music Died,” is the perfect backdrop for Mike's heartfelt tribute. The video shoot will capture both the performance and the audience, allowing fans to be a visible part of this historic project. Be there or square you be.
THIS WEEKS SONG
This week, the wheel gives us another very timely song - The Weapon - off 1982's Signals. You know the wheel always delivers, and this one gives the guys plenty to jaw on. It’s stories, laughs, and harmonies that prove the spirit of radio is still alive and crackling.
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Chaz & Schatz sit down with Tom Enright, the multi-instrumentalist, retired chemical engineer, and lifelong Rush fan who filled in on bass at the RUSHFest Canada All-Star Band. From his first “what the hell is this?” moment hearing Caress of Steel in grade four to 25 Rush concerts, RushCon pilgrimages, and beers at the Henderson Brewery, Tom’s story is pure Rush fandom alchemy — part science, part spirit, and all heart. NOTE: This episode was recorded in the weeks just before Rush's 2026 Tour Announcement.
In this episode:
🎶 Tom’s fourth-grade brush with Caress of Steel and how Grace Under Pressure Live at Maple Leaf Gardens made him a lifer
🎸 Why he chose Rush over Van Halen (and how that changed everything)
🥁 From basement bands to Sonic Curators — the road to playing every instrument (sometimes in one night)
🍺 Cracking open the legendary Cygnus X-1 Xanabrew — yes, it pairs nicely with red wine tones and Rush talk
🌍 The global Rush community — 20 years of RushCon, Rush Fest Scotland, and finding “his people” across continents
👉 THIS WEEK’S SONG
The Wheel spins up Wish Them Well — a track about letting go, moving forward, and keeping your focus on what really matters — just like Tom’s own musical journey.
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Wow, what was in that cola?!?! Time we get Enemy from 2022's eponymous release by Envy of None. The boys don't waste too much time...okay they do, we run a little over, but it was fun doing it!
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Chaz and Schatz go live to tape and gather the first gathering of The Contagion Collective to process the biggest moment in Rush fandom since R40 — Geddy and Alex’s surprise announcement that Rush is returning to the stage.
Yep. You read that right. Rush. Is. Back.
With special guests Tim Starace (YYNOT), Eric Wirsing (Solar Federation), Mary Jo Plews (RushCon), Andy Faulkner (Author, Finding My Way), Martin “Tigre” Urionaguena (Dorothy from Argentina), Steve "Knee" Brown (Moving Pictures UK), and Paul Beaulieu (RushFest Canada), this impromptu global episode captures the shock, joy, disbelief, and tears that rippled through the fanbase the moment the news dropped.
The gang breaks down the official statement, the new lineup (yes — a female powerhouse drummer, Anika Nilles!), and what it means for the community, the legacy, and the spirit of Neil Peart.
In This Episode:
🚨 The moment Geddy and Alex say it out loud: “We’re going back on tour.”
🥁 Meet Anika Nilles — the “irreplaceable replacement” whose playing reignited their spark.
🎹 Talk of adding a keyboard player to free up Geddy for more bass — and maybe even some dance routines?!
💔 Reflection on Neil’s memory and how every show will include a tribute segment to the Professor.
🌎 First reactions from across the Rush universe — North America, the UK, South America, and beyond.
🎟️ Breakdown of announced tour stops — LA, Toronto, Cleveland, New York — and will there be more?
💬 Emotional insights from Donna Halper’s backstage story: Geddy hadn’t even told all his family yet.
🎸 Tim and Eric share why this feels more like a celebration than a comeback.
❤️ The Rush community unites: tribute musicians, podcasters, superfans — all celebrating the music’s return.
🎉 And yes… consensus achieved: Rush officially joins Schatz’s Scratch List as the ultimate tribute band to themselves.
It’s joy. It’s disbelief. It’s community.
After 11 years since the final curtain call, the band that taught us to “roll the bones” and “face up” has decided to do it again.
The Macallan 40 is in order...Raise your glasses, fellow travelers — the spirit of Rush lives on, the invisible airwaves crackle with life tonight!
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This week, Chaz and Schatz sit down with Chris Smith — drummer, sound engineer, lighting guru, and one of the unsung heroes of the Northern Colorado music scene. Known as “The Fader Monkey” for his wizardry behind the board, Chris has worked with the area’s best tribute acts, including Rush Archives, El Loco Fandango (ZZ Top), Smokin’ (Boston), and Project Foreigner. He’s the guy who helps make everyone sound like pros and not like they're playing through a wet bag of Doritos.
Chris takes us through his Rush origin story, the evolution of his career, and what keeps the spirit of the band alive across countless stages — from Red Rocks to local clubs that refuse to die quietly.
In This Episode:
🎧 How Closer to the Heart on a job site boombox started a lifelong Rush addiction.
🥁 The moment Tom Sawyer made him pick up drumsticks and never put them down.
🎚️ What it takes to run sound and lights for six tribute bands — and still have hearing left.
🏔️ The thriving Northern Colorado tribute scene: Rush Archives, ZZ Top, Boston, Foreigner, and more.
🎤 Favorite Rush live memories from the R30 and R40 tours at Red Rocks and Pepsi Center.
⚙️ Gear talk: his PDP maple kit, lighting rigs, and how local venues leveled up their production game.
It’s a deep cut of a conversation — part love letter to the local music community, part salute to the Professor, and 100% Rush fandom turned up to eleven. Grab a drink, spin the wheel, and roll those bones with us!
The wheel gives us Face Up off 1991'2 Roll The Bones. A deep cut that makes the guys wax nostalgic for the entire album, but is it Living in the Limelight? Tune in to find out!
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We thought the last track was trippy, this time we get A Louder Sience from 2004's eponymous release by Today Was Yesterday. This track features some "inspired" work by our favorite bag wearing, mustard and beer peddling guitar minstrel.
If you haven't heard Al play lead in a while, check this one out - and this week, bring something infused!
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Chaz & Schatz sit down with the pride of Hamilton, Ontario — singer-songwriter and looping wizard Jacob Moon. Known for his jaw-dropping rooftop performance of Subdivisions and his unforgettable rendition of Red Sector A at RUSHFest Canada 2025, Jacob shares the inside stories of how Rush’s music shaped his career and how his versions ended up moving Rush themselves.
In this episode:
🎶 Jacob’s first Rush encounter in a shag-carpeted basement and why A Farewell to Kings lit the fire
🎸 How his 2008 rooftop Subdivisions cover blew up on YouTube — and got the thumbs-up from Geddy, Alex, and Neil
🥁 Playing Subdivisions at the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame — and what Neil Peart told him about the song’s “singer-songwriter” roots
🎤 The behind-the-scenes of Red Sector A at Massey Hall with Adi, Nina, and a violin that survived Dachau
🍁 Why Rush’s fan community is unlike any other — and how Jacob’s one-man-band looping has become a spiritual, communal act
👉 THIS WEEK’S SONG
The Wheel spins up Dog Years — a playful, offbeat anthem that reminds us how quickly time races by.
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EPISODE 82 — Aaron Byrd: Signals, Scotch & Slipknot’s Butcher at RushFest
From Kansas City Signals in ’82 to the inner circle table at RUSHFest Canada 2025, Aaron Byrd has lived a Rush fan’s dream journey. Raised on stoner brothers’ vinyl, baptized by Hemispheres, and blown away by Neil’s fortress of drums at his very first Rush show, Aaron carried that passion through 16 Rush concerts, friendships, and eventually straight into the heart of the Rush family at Massey Hall.
But Aaron’s story doesn’t stop with the music—he’s also a professional butcher from Des Moines with a surprising client: Slipknot’s Corey Taylor. Yep, this week we’re slicing through prog and pork chops as Aaron shares:
🥩 His Rush origin story and why Signals and Clockwork Angels both left a permanent mark.
🥩 The legendary “Professor” whisky auction at RUSHFest—and how a bidding war turned into a charity win (and a signed bottle heading his way).
🥩 What it means to be welcomed instantly into the Rush community, including heartfelt moments with Nancy Peart and Jonathan Dinklage.
🥩 Life as Corey Taylor’s hometown butcher, and why locally raised “happy hogs” matter as much as a perfect guitar solo.
🥩 The infamous night Alex Lifeson spotted him yawning in the front row—and flipped him off.
THIS WEEK'S SONG
The Wheel gives us Workin’ Them Angels from Snakes & Arrows—a perfect soundtrack for Aaron’s story of miles traveled, risks taken, and the community of fans and friends that make the journey worthwhile.
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Fresh off RUSHFest Canada, the phone hasn’t stopped ringing—and today it’s ringing for David Barrett. One of Canada’s premier progressive rock guitarists, David’s career threads directly through the Rush universe: mentored by Alex Lifeson, produced by Terry Brown, countless sessions with Rich Chycki, and collaborations with everyone from Platinum Blonde to Jacob Moon to Crown Lands and more.
It’s equal parts backstage pass, guitar masterclass, and hang with a guy who’s been in the thick of Toronto’s prog scene for decades.
THIS WEEK’S SONG
The Wheel spins us into Making Memories from 1975's Fly By Night. A perfect fit for this episode, looking back at the connections, riffs, and friendships that have made David Barrett’s journey unforgettable.
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I tougt I taw a puddy cat - or was it the infused seltzer? We spin Shut Up Shuttin Up off 1996's Victor, by Lerxst.
If you haven't heard Al play lead in a while, check this one out - and bring some wine!
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Click here: Schatz's Scratch List (And say it 5 times fast!)
ABOUT THE SHOW
The show...it's a quick fix to help soothe your RushRash - your itch to hear Rush music - get a dose of new tunes by Ged and Al with your RushRash clinicians, Chaz N Schatz.
A random choice wheel of Alex's post-Rush sthuph, with Geddy's solo record thrown in for good measure. We hoist a shot in memory of The Professor, and proceed to listen to whatever we spin.
The Scratch List - go see these bands and scratch that itch to hear Rush music live!
Rush news, general nonsensical disorderly conduct, lack of regard for correctness or truth, and reckless endangerment of your whole-brain. This is one of two podcasts dedicated to increasing opioid release in your anterior insula, your anterior cingulate cortex (ACC), and your posterior cingulate cortex (PCC), in addition to the basal ganglia and the thalamus...and all that implies.
Blah, blah...RushRash.
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This week we’ve got a special edition straight from the Haggis Shack—no wheel spins, no usual Monday routine. We’re joined by Steve “Broonzy” Brown of RUSHFest Scotland to celebrate the release of Songs for Neil, Volume 6. Together we walk through standout tracks, from Nina DiGregorio and Brody Dolyniuk’s fiery take on “Limelight,” to Jonathan Dinklage’s heart-stopping rendition of “The Garden,” to new contributions from bands across the globe. Along the way, we dive into Hugh Syme’s stunning artwork, the legacy of Rushfest Scotland and Rushfest Canada, and how nearly $300,000 has been raised for charity in Neil’s honor. Plus, The Rash makes its world premiere with “I Think I’m Going Bald.” Yeah, you heard that right.
It’s an album drop party, a tribute, and a full-on celebration of Rush, their community, and the music that never stops inspiring.
COME TO THE ONLINE ALBUM LISTENING PARTY 9/9: Join us at 7 pm UK time / 2 PM EST to celebrate the official release - and Paul Beaulieau's brithday!
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Click here: Schatz's Scratch List (And say it 5 times fast!)
ABOUT THE SHOW
Rush news, general nonsensical disorderly conduct, lack of regard for correctness or truth, and reckless endangerment of your whole-brain. This is one of two podcasts dedicated to increasing opioid release in your anterior insula, your anterior cingulate cortex (ACC), and your posterior cingulate cortex (PCC), in addition to the basal ganglia and the thalamus...and all that implies.
Blah, blah...RushRash.
SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDS
Scratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world! Yeah!
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It’s Lerxst Day! Alex Lifeson turns 72, and what better way to mark the occasion than to let him completely hijack our wheel with the addition of all 11 glorious, weird, and wonderful tracks from 1996’s Victor. Because of course he wasn’t content to just chase tones and deliver bizarre spoken-words in live settings (and under bags) in Rush — he had to release an album that’s part prog fever dream, part jazz club, part stand-up routine, and somehow all Alex. Bubbles is a HUGE fan of this record, we think...
And as fate, or the Wheel would have it, we land on “At The End” — the brooding “death song.” Perfect for his birthday, right? Somewhere, Lerxst is raising a glass, laughing his head off, and probably playing Strip and Go Naked just to mess with us.
So here’s to you, Alex Zivojinovich..er, Lifeson. Happy 72nd, Lerxst! (Assuming Schatz got the math right…)
SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDS
Scratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world! Yeah!
Click here: Schatz's Scratch List (And say it 5 times fast!)
ABOUT THE SHOW
The show...it's a quick fix to help soothe your RushRash - your itch to hear Rush music - get a dose of new tunes by Ged and Al with your RushRash clinicians, Chaz N Schatz.
A random choice wheel of Alex's post-Rush sthuph, with Geddy's solo record thrown in for good measure. We hoist a shot in memory of The Professor, and proceed to listen to whatever we spin.
The Scratch List - go see these bands and scratch that itch to hear Rush music live!
Rush news, general nonsensical disorderly conduct, lack of regard for correctness or truth, and reckless endangerment of your whole-brain. This is one of two podcasts dedicated to increasing opioid release in your anterior insula, your anterior cingulate cortex (ACC), and your posterior cingulate cortex (PCC), in addition to the basal ganglia and the thalamus...and all that implies.
Blah, blah...RushRash.
SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDS
Scratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world! Yeah!
Click here: Schatz's Scratch List (And say it 5 times fast!)
GO BONELESS
Certified boneless in the state of Ohio by the Boneless Podcasting Network. Go Boneless. Boneless Makes a Better Podcast.
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RUSHFest Canada - Massey Hall - Toronto - August 1 & 2, 2025: Our epic three-hour+ RUSHFest Canada Wrap-Up episode with Moving Pictures Scotland - Steve Brown, Jamie Dunleavey, Eoin De Paor, and event producer and owner of all the instruments Mr. Paul Beaulieu. We go deep with exclusive behind the scenes audio live from the stage on the day of the event.
From pre-event jitters to post-show elation, join the Chaz N Schatz for a unique look behind “all-the-world’s-stage” as we take you with us backstage with VIP access to all the excitement. You’ll hear:
Soundchecking from the stage & setting up all the gear
Adi Berk’s arrangement of Red Sector A featuring Adi, Jacob Moon, and Nina DiGregorio
Terry Brown and Kevin J. Anderson topping one another with their personal stories
What taking a knee in front of 300 people sounds like
Chaz, Schatz & Paul ripping it up on In The Mood
Pamala Summers’ Roll The Bones Rap
Johnathan Dinklage and his new arrangement of Different Strings
All the behind the scenes scoop to make you never want to produce an event like this yourself
Some good ‘ol fashioned bonus material for those that endure 3 hours of this podcast! Wait for it…wait for it...you won't be disappointed!
THIS WEEK'S SONG
The wheel gives us one we haven’t heard in a while - Chain Lightning - from 1989’s Presto. Respond - Vibrate - Feed back - Resonate - the song that inspired our Chain Lightning RushieGame! And for that know about this wheel - this is a fitting song from The Wheel direct to Paul, with love and The MaCallan. Paul - you really pulled a rabbit out of your hat with RUSHFest Canada!
SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDS
Scratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world! Yeah!
Click here: Schatz's Scratch List (And say it 5 times fast!)
ABOUT THE SHOW
Rush news, general nonsensical disorderly conduct, lack of regard for correctness or truth, and reckless endangerment of your whole-brain. This is one of two podcasts dedicated to increasing opioid release in your anterior insula, your anterior cingulate cortex (ACC), and your posterior cingulate cortex (PCC), in addition to the basal ganglia and the thalamus...and all that implies.
Blah, blah...RushRash.
SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDS
Scratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world! Yeah!
Click here: Schatz's Scratch List (And say it 5 times fast!)
GO BONELESS
Certified boneless in the state of Ohio by the Boneless Podcasting Network. Go Boneless. Boneless Makes a Better Podcast.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Working At Perfekt off Geddy Lee's 2000 solo release My Effin Headache...or My Favorite Headache if you're so inclined.
This is a found, lost and recovered episode, dropped out of sequence. You want to hear our big RUSHFest recap episode AFTER this. So if you haven't heard THAT yet, listen on! If you HAVE heard it, listen anyway, as this is a song you probably haven't heard in a while if you're telling the truth.
SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDS
Scratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world! Yeah!
Click here: Schatz's Scratch List (And say it 5 times fast!)
ABOUT THE SHOW
The show...it's a quick fix to help soothe your RushRash - your itch to hear Rush music - get a dose of new tunes by Ged and Al with your RushRash clinicians, Chaz N Schatz.
A random choice wheel of Alex's post-Rush sthuph, with Geddy's solo record thrown in for good measure. We hoist a shot in memory of The Professor, and proceed to listen to whatever we spin.
The Scratch List - go see these bands and scratch that itch to hear Rush music live!
Rush news, general nonsensical disorderly conduct, lack of regard for correctness or truth, and reckless endangerment of your whole-brain. This is one of two podcasts dedicated to increasing opioid release in your anterior insula, your anterior cingulate cortex (ACC), and your posterior cingulate cortex (PCC), in addition to the basal ganglia and the thalamus...and all that implies.
Blah, blah...RushRash.
SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDS
Scratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world! Yeah!
Click here: Schatz's Scratch List (And say it 5 times fast!)
GO BONELESS
Certified boneless in the state of Ohio by the Boneless Podcasting Network. Go Boneless. Boneless Makes a Better Podcast.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chaz & Schatz welcome Vince Tricarico & Burke Hunn of The Rush Experience — a RUSH tribute trio so faithful it could fool Lorne into coming out of retirement and rigging up the drums, and trick Howard into running the light show.
Vince found RUSH after Bonham’s passing, adopted Zeppelin & Rush as his life's soundtrack, fell into the tribute scene, and spent years searching for the perfect trio.
Burke was a Zeppelin/Aerosmith guy until a friend dropped the RUSH bomb, leading him straight to a Hemispheres vinyl and a lifelong tone-chase. Together with bassist/keyboardist Dave Kidd, they recreate every era of RUSH — from the first record to the last — with scary accuracy, enthusiasm, and musicianship that lets you relive it all again.
They swap stories about monster drum rigs, Alex Lifeson guitar wizardry, load-in nightmares, backstage hangs with Jack Secret, and setlist alchemy that balances fan favorites with deep cuts. It’s Rush geekery at its finest — equal parts history, hilarity, and gear lust.
Chaz N Schatz go deep with these guys:
THIS WEEK'S SONG
The wheel gives us What You’re Doing off RUSH'S 1974 debut. We imagine Jimmy Page and Tony Iommi having a thing or two to say about this number...we certainly do.
SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDS
Scratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world!
Click here: Schatz's Scratch List (And say it 5 times fast!)
ABOUT THE SHOW
Rush news, general nonsensical disorderly conduct, lack of regard for correctness or truth, and reckless endangerment of your whole-brain. This is one of two podcasts dedicated to increasing opioid release in your anterior insula, your anterior cingulate cortex (ACC), and your posterior cingulate cortex (PCC), in addition to the basal ganglia and the thalamus...and all that implies.
Blah, blah...RushRash.
SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDS
Scratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world! Yeah!
Click here: Schatz's Scratch List (And say it 5 times fast!)
GO BONELESS
Certified boneless in the state of Ohio by the Boneless Podcasting Network. Go Boneless. Boneless Makes a Better Podcast.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.