Why Rush Went 'Minimal' for Cover of Final LP, 'Clockwork Angels'
Art director Hugh Syme considers the prog-rock band's 2012 LP its "opus," particularly for Neil Peart.
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Rush's 'Roll the Bones': How Theme of 'Chance' Inspired Cover
Art director Hugh Syme explains how he expanded on the lyrics for the cover of 1991 LP.
Why Rush's 'The Garden' Feels Like Neil Peart's Symbolic Goodbye
One year after the drummer and lyricist's death from brain cancer, the 'Clockwork Angels' song offers a prescient sense of finality, both for the band and himself.
How Kiss' Eric Singer Paid Tribute to Late Rush Legend Neil Peart
Observant viewers watching the band's New Year's Eve concert may have seen the subtle salute.
How a Stone Sculpture Guided Rush's 'Test for Echo' Cover Art
Through the inspiration of Neil Peart, art director Hugh Syme arrived at an image that symbolized the theme of "finding your way."
How Rush's New Drummer Neil Peart Helped Spark 'Fly by Night' Art
Lyricist's love of birds spawned the 1975 LP's simple yet memorable cover.
How Rush's Debut LP Cover Perfectly Matched Their Raw Songs
Paul Weldon's minimal design conveyed the primal power-trio energy of band's 1974 album.
January 2020 Recap: Neil Peart Dies, Joey Kramer Sues Aerosmith
Artists going through health issues dominated headlines during the first month of turbulent year.
Rush's Understated 'Hold Your Fire' Cover Hides a Big Surprise
For band's 1987 LP, art director Hugh Syme saved his vivid juggler design for the gatefold package.
How Rush Paved the Way for Bob and Doug McKenzie's Hit Comedy LP
Anthem Records, a coincidental acquaintance and a Geddy Lee cameo helped bring the comedy duo a wider audience.