Rush Proclaimed Live Legends
. According to Billboard.com, the award "honors groups or individuals who have made significant and lasting contributions to live music and the touring business, and acknowledges the recipients' commitment to the art of performing live and reaching fans through the concert experience." Previous recipients include Ozzy Osbourne, the Allman Brothers Band and Elton John. "With a remarkable body of live work over the years, altering the course of rock music and raising the bar as to what can be done onstage, along with the band's continued commitment to playing live, we think Rush are uniquely deserving of this award," said Ray Waddell, Billboard's executive director of content and programming, touring and live entertainment. "From the early days in the bars and clubs of Toronto to stadiums, amphitheaters and arenas around the world, Rush have epitomized professionalism and the spirit of live rock 'n' roll, and they boast some of the most passionate and loyal fans in rock." - more on this story Gibson.com is an official news provider for the Day in Rock. |
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