Rush Announces Extended 2026 Reunion Tour Featuring New Drummer Anika Nilles
TL;DR
Geddy Lee revealed that Rush's new drummer for their upcoming reunion tour is Anika Nilles, recommended by band assistant Skully after he raved about her skills while touring with Jeff Beck, and she was chosen to fill the challenging role following Neil Peart's legacy.
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