Rush Album Art: The Stories Behind All 19 LP CoversDecrepit puppet kings, fireball jugglers, dalmatians next to fire hydrants — the band wasn't afraid to experiment with its sleeves. Ryan Reed
Rush'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 Reed
Rush Open Up About Neil Peart's Cancer BattleGeddy Lee and Alex Lifeson recall their emotional journey following drummer's brain cancer diagnosis. Ryan Reed
How 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 Irwin
How 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 Reed
How 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 Reed
How Rush's Debut LP Cover Perfectly Matched Their Raw SongsPaul Weldon's minimal design conveyed the primal power-trio energy of band's 1974 album.Ryan Reed
Rush's Understated 'Hold Your Fire' Cover Hides a Big Surprise For band's 1987 LP, art director Hugh Syme saved his vivid juggler design for the gatefold package.Ryan Reed
Neil Peart's Rush Drum Kit Used From 1974-1977 Sells for $500,000It was used on three Rush albums and a live record.Joe DiVita
How Rush Paved the Way for Bob and Doug McKenzie's Hit Comedy LPAnthem Records, a coincidental acquaintance and a Geddy Lee cameo helped bring the comedy duo a wider audience.Ken Kelley
How 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 Reed
How 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 Reed