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Rush opened the 2026 JUNO Awards with their new drummer Anika Nilles, performing the band’s 1974 classic Finding My Way. Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson delivered an energized set from a massive kit, with Loren Gold on keyboards joining for the tour, signaling a return ahead of the Fifty Something run and marking Rush’s first onstage as a unit since 2015.
Anika Nilles, a German musician, has stepped in as the new drummer for Rush to honor Neil Peart's legacy, expressing gratitude and excitement for the journey ahead, with Geddy Lee praising her understanding of Rush's music and Neil Peart's drumming nuances.
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.
Geddy Lee revealed that German drummer Anika Nilles will be Rush's new drummer for their upcoming tour, after praising her skills and work with Jeff Beck, highlighting her as a talented and fresh addition to the band.
Rush is returning to the stage after over a decade with a 12-date tour in 2026, featuring Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and new drummer Anika Nilles, to celebrate their legacy and Neil Peart's memory. Tickets go on presale in October, with general sales starting later that month, and the band will perform a mix of hits and fan favorites across North America and Mexico.