Alex Lifeson

Personal Info

Known For Actor

Gender Male

Birthday 1953-08-27 (71 years old)

Place of Birth Fernie, British Columbia, Canada

Also Known As Alex Zivojinovich, Lerxst, Big Al, Alexandar Zivojinovich, Rush

Alex Lifeson

Biography

Best known as the broadly-skilled guitarist for the rock group Rush, which also features drummer Neil Peart and bassist Geddy Lee. Rush is the most successful Canadian music group in history, and is the third most prolific seller of consecutive (American) Gold and Platinum Records and videos, behind only the Beatles and the Rolling Stones. Lifeson's ability to pull double-duty as both a melodic rhythm-guitar player and a searing soloist has earned him a reputation similar to that of his bandmates. All three share the distinction of being among the most highly influential virtuosos in their crafts. Alex has a passion for studio production, and is the only member of Rush to compose and produce a television theme (Andromeda (2000)). But his live performances are where his spontaneous side really shows. During live performances, Alex deftly switches from rhythm guitar to soloing, while simultaneously triggering his own pre-recorded accompaniments. Being the soul of spontaneity in the band, Alex is the member of Rush who most frequently contributes comedy to the show. This side of Alex can be seen during the performances of "La Villa Strangiato" on two of Rush's concert videos, Rush in Rio (2003) and Rush: A Show of Hands (1989), and to an even greater degree on the documentary "The Boys In Brazil" (2003), part of the bonus material included with Rush in Rio (2003). Alex's prowess can be heard on a few non-Rush recordings, primarily his solo album, entitled simply "Victor" (1996), and the soundtrack album for South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut (1999). After their longest break from recording and touring, a highly successful 2002 tour brought Rush back to the United States, Canada, and Mexico, to the great anticipation of fans. Rush ended their 2002 tour with their first-ever shows in Brazil, where they played to 125,000 fans in three nights. The final performance of the 2002 tour was captured on DVD as Rush in Rio (2003), which was certified double-platinum within weeks of its release. Alex has fostered several younger groups, such as The Dexters, who he often guests with during their live performances at The Orbit Room, a Toronto club that Alex owns in part.

Known For

Actor

2023
Rush: Signals (40th Anniversary Edition)

as 6 and 12 string guitars, Taurus pedals

2022
Behind the Stage Door

as Alex Lifeson

2022
The Breach

as Alex

2022
Rush: Moving Pictures (40th Anniversary Edition)

as 6 and 12 string guitars, Taurus pedals

2016
2015
Rush: R40 Live

as Himself on Guitars

2014
Rush: R40

as Himself

2014
Rush: The Rise of Kings 1968-1981

as Himself / Musician

2012
Rush: 2112

as Himself

2012
Chicago Fire

as Alex Lifeson

2011
2011
2011
Ecstasy

as Dr. Figg

2009
2009
Suck

as Border Guard

2009
I Love You, Man

as Alex Lifeson - Rush

2008
Rush: Snakes & Arrows Live

as Himself - Guitars

2005
Rush: R30

as Himself - Guitars

2003
Rush in Rio

as Self - Electric and acoustic guitars, backing vocals

2003
2001
Trailer Park Boys

as Alex Lifeson

1997
1990
Rush: Chronicles

as Himself - Guitars

1989
Rush - A Show of Hands

as Himself - Guitars

1984
Rush - Grace Under Pressure

as Himself - Guitars

1982
Rush - Exit... Stage Left

as Himself - Guitars

1973
Come On Children

as Himself

Sound

1985
The Body Electric

as Music Score Producer