Certainly after the tragedy in Neil’s life, we were holding out hope for his recovery. It wasn’t too promising at the time and obviously you get to the point of thinking that that is it. Alex Lifeson Read Quote
The shock of any trauma, I think changes your life. It’s more acute in the beginning and after a little time you settle back to what you were. However it leaves an indelible mark on your psyche. Alex Lifeson Read Quote
When I sit down and play guitar, I melt into the instrument. I can play for hours by myself. Playing guitar has given me such a wonderful life, and I’m grateful for it. Alex Lifeson Read Quote
A lot of ‘2112’ was written in the back seat of a car and in cold dressing rooms while on tour in northern Ontario. Alex Lifeson Read Quote
I’m not that fluid when it comes to scales and modes. I just pick up the guitar and play. It’s all about exploration: just tune the guitar any way you want and start playing. Alex Lifeson Read Quote
With solos, I don’t like to be too prepared going in – I like to surprise myself. Alex Lifeson Read Quote
The thing is, I don’t take anything for granted anymore – my family, my music, you name it. Alex Lifeson Read Quote
Of any guitarist, Jimmy Page was my biggest influence. I wanted to look, think and play like him. Zeppelin had a heavy influence on Rush during our early days. Page’s loose style of playing showed an immense confidence, and there are no rules to his playing. Alex Lifeson Read Quote
