Episode 74: Different Stages w Robert Scovill Hello, RUSH fans! It has been too long… We are glad to be back with this lost episode for you which we recorded back in the spring. However, it is most fitting that it arrives on the eve of the winter solstice, as for me RUSH has always been a winter band. Different Stages… Our guest Robert Scovill, is a multi-award-winning concert sound engineer and Senior Live Sound Specialist at Avid Technologies. He has worked with countless artists...

2GTR Episode 73 SUBDIVISIONS! Thanks for tuning in cool kids! In true 2GTR form, we dig deep into each program to give you the best in RUSH news and commentary. And this episode shall not disappoint… This week Kane breaks down one of the bands most iconic videos…SUBDIVISIONS…with none other than the lead character played by Dave Glover, a L'Amoreaux HS student at the time. I don’t want to give too much away, so kick back, take a drive, or beat on that treadmill and listen to another...

Hello, RUSH fans! It has been a while...sorry about that. I promise we will make it up to you... Back in February John & Dan Interviewed Angie Scarpa drummer for the incredible all-female Black Sabbath tribute band –Black Sabbitch! Angie says, “I'm a freak for Sabbath — a complete and utter lunatic about Black Sabbath.” But she is also a freak for RUSH! Hear her tell us why...on 2GTR! Enjoy the episode...there will be more! Much Love, JK & DB

Hey 2GTR listeners! Happy New Year and welcome to Episode 71! On this show both John and Dan chat with Brandon Teows of Drumeo where he explains his drum playing approach to every single rush song ever made! Neil would be so impressed! Brandon is an author, educator, and performer based out of Vancouver, Canada. He is the author of The Drummer's Toolbox and the co-author of The Best Beginner Drum Book (find both books on Drumeo and Amazon). Thanks Brandon! And thank you for listening to...

Happy New Year Folks! It is a time to reflect as the year comes to a close. And as Dan and I look back on our accomplishments we pull those who are near and dear to us closer to our hearts. Ok...cut the cr*p... We are taking a break plain and simple. This episode is our favorite, and worthy of a recap. We will see you next year with some killer new episodes! Love yah! John & Dan Rush Rules!

Happy New Year Folks! It is a time to reflect as the year comes to a close. And as Dan and I look back on our accomplishments we pull those who are near and dear to us closer to our hearts. Ok...cut the cr*p... We are taking a break plain and simple. This episode is our favorite, and worthy of a recap. We will see you next year with some killer new episodes! Love yah! John & Dan Rush Rules!

BAH HUMBUG! Yes, you read the title right -Rush Haters! And yes, Dan and I went there. Folks...lets face it...It is no secret that Rush are an acquired taste. And in this episode we learn from our distinguished panelists why. It's cool, more Rush for me... thats how I look at it. Tune and listen to Paul Green (founder of School of Rock) Leslie Ylinen (writer, journalist) and David Setgenian (just doesn't like Rush) discuss their aversions toward Rush. This was a tough one...but we all...

YO! This week John & Dan continue their chat with John Kane’s old friend (30 + years) Chris Stankee. If you are a Rush fan, then you may have learned about Chris over time while reading Rush news. Just to refresh… Mr. Stankee is global director of artist relations for Sabian cymbals and a very close friend to Neil. It was such a pleasure catching up with Chris, learning more about his life’s journey, Sabian, and what Rush means to him. Like all of us Chris is a true fan. Thank you...

Hi-yah friends! It is gettin’ cold where I am! How about you? Let’s talk about the weather… shall we? Nah. This week John & Dan chat with John Kane’s old friend (30 + years) Chris Stankee. If you are a Rush fan, then you may have learned about Chris over time while reading Rush news. Just to refresh… Mr. Stankee is global director of artist relations for Sabian cymbals and a very close friend to Neil. It was such a pleasure catching up with Chris, learning more about his life’s...

Continued... In 2013, writer Adrian Begrand (Popmatters) listed the Rush song "Time Stand Still" at #8 on his "10 Songs That Will Make You Love Rush", calling it "Rush’s best pop moment." And I would have to agree… It is truly one of their best. However, according to many fans the accompanying video might also be one of Rush’s worse visual moments. Regardless on your take of what the infamous TSS video is really getting at…after you listen to this episode of Two Guys Talking Rush you may...

Continued... In 2013, writer Adrian Begrand (Popmatters) listed the Rush song "Time Stand Still" at #8 on his "10 Songs That Will Make You Love Rush", calling it "Rush’s best pop moment." And I would have to agree… It is truly one of their best. However, according to many fans the accompanying video might also be one of Rush’s worse visual moments. Regardless on your take of what the infamous TSS video is really getting at…after you listen to this episode of Two Guys Talking Rush you may...

Hellooo! In 2013, writer Adrian Begrand (Popmatters) listed the Rush song "Time Stand Still" at #8 on his "10 Songs That Will Make You Love Rush", calling it "Rush’s best pop moment." And I would have to agree… It is truly one of their best. However, according to many fans the accompanying video might also be one of Rush’s worse visual moments. Regardless on your take of what the infamous TSS video is really getting at…after you listen to this episode of Two Guys Talking Rush you may...

Episode 64 Happy Halloween! This week John & Dan continue their conversation with Rush video director David Davidian! In 2013 David won “Video Director of the Year” for his work on Rush's Clockwork Angels Tour video at the Parnelli Awards in Las Vegas. The Parnelli Awards is the premier awards show for the live event industry. David is also a Boston guy and we get to learn about his roots and legacy during the developing music industry leading up to his important work with Rush....

Episode 63 Hey Rush fans! Happy almost Halloween! This week John & Dan chat with Rush video director David Davidian! In 2013 David won “Video Director of the Year” for his work on Rush's Clockwork Angels Tour video at the Parnelli Awards in Las Vegas. The Parnelli Awards is the premier awards show for the live event industry. David is also a Boston guy, and we get to learn about his roots and legacy during the developing music industry leading up to his important work with Rush....

Hello Rush fans! How’s the weather? This week John and Dan talk to YouTube reaction channel star––Tre Narcisse––from the Fish Out of Water Series. We were so glad to talk with Tre and learn more about what he does and especially his thoughts on our favorite band RUSH! So kick back, and listen in to THE best damn podcast in the entire solar federation––2GTR! …and…well…if you don’t…then SHAME on you! We love you anyway… John & Dan RUSH RULES! FISH OUT OF...

Continued... This week John & Dan continue their conversation with Tim DeLaughter lead singer of the The Polyphonic Spree. The Spree is a choral symphonic pop rock band from Dallas, Texas that was formed by the former Tripping Daisies front-man (DeLaughter) back in 2000. The band has released six studio albums, along with several live albums and soundtracks over the past two decades. Back in April the Spree released their first covers album via Good Records. The album,...

Episode 59 Continued... Hello Rush fans! Welcome to the 2GTR podcast! After a long summer break we are back! Miss us? We missed you!! Happy fall! This episode we talk to the incredible YYNOT about their new album and forthcoming tour. We also have a chat with Steve Brown of Rush Fest Scotland. We have an incredible fall/winter season lined up for you so stay tuned! And remember folks…RUSH RULES! Love, John & Dan Please support the 2GTR podcast on Patreon!...

Episode 58 Hello Rush fans! Welcome to the 2GTR podcast! After a long summer break we are back! Miss us? We missed you!! Happy fall! This episode we talk to the incredible YYNOT about their new album and forthcoming tour. We also have a chat with Steve Brown of Rush Fest Scotland. We have an incredible fall/winter season lined up for you so stay tuned! And remember folks…RUSH RULES! Love, John & Dan

Hello Rush fans! Welcome to Episodes 56/57 of the 2GTR Podcast! Dan and I will be back very soon…don’t you worry. We miss you too! Thank you again to music video pioneer Tony Van Den Ende our guest on the previous episode. What a legend! This week is a very special episode with a very special guest… Andre´ Cholmondeley If you remember Andre’ interviewed Alex Lifeson last Spring for Make Weird Music. Here is that...

Hello Rush fans! Welcome to Episodes 56/57 of the 2GTR Podcast! Dan and I will be back very soon…don’t you worry. We miss you too! Thank you again to music video pioneer Tony Van Den Ende our guest on the previous episode. What a legend! This week is a very special episode with a very special guest… Andre´ Cholmondeley If you remember Andre’ interviewed Alex Lifeson last Spring for Make Weird Music. Here is that...

Continued... Hey Rush fans! Thanks for coming back! Both Dan and I are still on a Summer break, but that doesn’t mean jack. In fact, this weeks episodes (54/55) will rock the house! We are positive you will walk away learning something new about our favorite band ––RUSH. This week we chat in detail with pioneer video director Tony Van Den Ende. Just check out his IMDB page and you will see a laundry list of classic MTV era music videos…including “Under Lock and Key” one of my favorite...

Hey Rush fans! Thanks for coming back! Both Dan and I are still on a Summer break, but that doesn’t mean jack. In fact, this weeks episodes (54/55) will rock the house! We are positive you will walk away learning something new about our favorite band ––RUSH. This week we chat in detail with pioneer video director Tony Van Den Ende. Just check out his IMDB page and you will see a laundry list of classic MTV era music videos…including “Under Lock and Key” one of my favorite tracks off of...

Continued... Dan and I are taking a bit of a break until September...families, work, foot massages, rehab. However, we still have new episodes... sans out ridiculous banter...which is why you tune in. I know, I know...you will miss us dearly...but we will be back! So kick back and enjoy episodes 52 and 53 where we speak to Rush super fans Dave Shingleton (UK), Reid Smith (US) and Paul Beaulieu (CA). Remember folks...RUSH RULES! Love, John & Dan Please support the 2GTR podcast...

Hey Rush fans! How’s it going? Enjoying your summer? Dan and I are taking a bit of a break until September...families, work, foot massages, rehab. However, we still have new episodes... sans out ridiculous banter...which is why you tune in. I know, I know...you will miss us dearly...but we will be back! So kick back and enjoy episodes 52 and 53 where we speak to Rush super fans Dave Shingleton (UK), Reid Smith (US) and Paul Beaulieu (CA). Remember folks...RUSH RULES! Love, John...