RUSH Drummer Anika Nilles Discusses Filling Neil Peart's Shoes on 'Fifty Something' Tour
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The TapeheadToo YouTube channel has uploaded a drum-cam video of RUSH's entire June 7 concert at Kia Forum in Los Angeles, California.

The performance was the kick-off show of the "Fifty Something" tour, which marks RUSH's first with the band's revamped lineup of classic members Geddy Lee (vocals, bass) and Alex Lifeson (guitar) alongside Anika Nilles, a German drummer who toured with legendary guitarist Jeff Beck in 2022.

The setlist featured fan favorites such as "Xanadu," "Limelight," and "The Spirit Of Radio." In an interview with Classic Rock magazine, Nilles spoke about the task of stepping in for RUSH's late drummer Neil Peart, saying: "Neil's playing was very energetic, and I really like that.

That's something I feel very comfortable with." She also praised Peart's distinctive snare sound and ride cymbal style, which she said were instantly recognizable.

RUSH performed in public with Nilles for the first time at Canada's Juno Awards in Hamilton, Ontario in late March, playing "Finding My Way," the first song from RUSH's first album.

The band has been on hiatus since finishing their 40th-anniversary tour in 2015, although they have performed under their own names on occasion.

The "Fifty Something" tour is scheduled to visit Canada, USA and Mexico for its 2026 leg, with over half a million tickets sold for the year.

The tour will also expand into South America and Europe in early 2027, marking RUSH's first return to these regions since 2013 and 17 years since visiting South America.

Each show will feature two sets of music, with a distinct selection of songs chosen from over 40 in their catalog.