Billboard has posted a comprehensive interview with Rush’s longtime Art Director Hugh Syme detailing some of the stories behind the band’s iconic album covers.

We are saddened to learn of the passing of legendary rock bassist Chris Squire, co-founder of the band Yes.

Rush and Qello Concerts introduce “Rush On Demand,” providing full-length Rush concerts and documentaries streamed on demand to any device. Rush on Demand with Qello will launch this Friday with the first backstage R40 webisode.

Attention all planets of the Solar Federation: Rush have finally made the cover of Rolling Stone – and it’s happening well before the actual year 2112.

Rush announced today that both hometown Toronto performances will be filmed. Fans who have their coveted tickets to the sold out shows in Toronto are encouraged to represent and wear Rush shirts, bring signs and come ready with their ‘outside’ voices.

Celebrating 40 years of Rush, Gibson Custom and Alex Lifeson have collaborated on the Alex Lifeson R40 Les Paul Axcess. A run of 50 guitars are hand-signed and played by Alex himself, and an additional 250 guitars are available in unsigned versions—all in a lush Ruby Red R40 finish.

Base to bass: Hall of Famers are friends, and Big Unit rocks as a photographer

Rush are the cover stars of the brand new issue (July 15) of Classic Rock, on sale now. Get the issue and read the in-depth 10-page interview with Geddy & Alex.

Back in June of 2011, The Late Show With David Letterman invited Neil Peart on his stage for an epic 6 minute drum solo as part of the show’s “drum solo week.” Congratulations Dave on 33 inspired and influential years!

If you weren’t there, here’s a taste of what awaits you on Rush’s R40 Live 40th Anniversary Tour.