Alex Lifeson
Main Band
Rush
Main Guitar
Red 1967 Canora hollowbody,
#1 SONG
Tom Sawyer
THE SOLO
La Villa Strangiato
THE RIFF
The Spirit Of Radio
| Birth Name | Aleksandar Živojinović |
| Birth Place | Fernie, British Columbia, Canada |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Age | 72 (Born August 27, 1953) |
| Years Playing | 60 (started playing 1965) |
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| Genres | Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Rock |
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| Net Worth | US$ 40,000,000 |
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Alex Lifeson Biography
Career Highlights
Formation of Rush in 1968
Release of 2112 in 1976
Being Influence to Legends Such as John Petrucci
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Alex Lifeson Techniques
Right Hand
Alternate PickingAlternate picking involves striking the string with both downstrokes and upstrokes in a continuous motion. It enhances speed and precision. Guitarists use this technique for rapid note sequences., FingerstyleFingerstyle involves plucking strings directly with fingers instead of a pick. It allows complex, polyphonic music. This technique is common in classical and folk guitar., Hybrid PickingHybrid picking combines a pick and fingers for plucking strings. It allows versatile and dynamic playing. Guitarists use it to mix picking and fingerstyle techniques., Palm MutingOther Techniques
ArpeggioAn arpeggio is playing the notes of a chord sequentially. It creates a broken chord sound. This technique is used in various musical genres., Finger VibratoFinger vibrato involves oscillating the finger on a fret. It adds expressiveness to notes. This technique is essential for emotional playing., Lead GuitarLead guitar focuses on melody lines and solos. It often uses techniques like bends and vibrato. This role is prominent in rock and blues bands., Rhythm GuitarRhythm guitar focuses on chord progressions and rhythmic patterns. It provides harmonic support. This role is crucial in most band settings., TappingTapping involves hammering on and pulling off notes with both hands on the fretboard. It allows rapid, intricate melodies. This technique is popular in rock and metal., Volume SwellVolume swell involves gradually increasing the volume using the guitar's volume knob or a pedal. It creates a smooth, crescendo effect. This technique adds dynamic range., Whammy BarTechniques Breakdown
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Alex Lifeson Gear
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Alex Lifeson Videos
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Alex Killing it Live (La Villa Solo)
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Rush with Danny Carey, Chad Smith & Foo Fighters
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One of The Best Rush Live Performances
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Alex Lifeson Talks Influences, Holdsworth, and More!
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Alex Lifeson on the hardest Rush song
Alex Lifeson Guitar Tabs
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