For over 30 years, Freewill The RUSH Experience has reigned as a premier tribute to the legendary Canadian rock trio Rush. Meticulously recreating their virtuosic sound and high-energy stage shows, the band has grown from a passionate project in the early 1990s into a globally recognized act. They were notably awarded "Best Rush Tribute Band" in a competition featuring over 300 groups from around the world.
🎸 The Power Trio
Operating as an authentic three-piece, each member is dedicated to capturing the technical precision and essence of their counterpart:
- David “Spageddy Lee” Cornwall: A founding member handling the complex triple-threat duties of vocals, bass, and keyboards for over three decades.
- Richard “Sir Richard” LeShander: A guitarist whose stature and playing style mirror Alex Lifeson, focusing on album-accurate tones and textures.
- Dave “The New Guy” Raheb: A Berklee College of Music graduate performing on a custom-built replica of Neil Peart’s iconic candy apple red Tama drum kit.
🎭 The Live Experience
Freewill goes beyond musical accuracy, leaning into Rush’s dry sense of humor and iconic tour aesthetics:
- Visual Spectacle: Performances feature "Spageddy Lee," red jumpsuits, dancing skeletons, and atmospheric fog.
- Expansive Catalog: Setlists span Rush's entire 40-year career, including deep cuts rarely played by the original band.
- Touring Reach: While based in the Southwest, they have performed across the United States, Toronto, and the Caribbean.
🏆 Milestone Achievements
- 30th Anniversary: Celebrated three decades in 2024 with a special "30 songs, 30 years, 30 bucks" event.
- Southwest RUSH Fest: A recurring headliner for this regional gathering, including a landmark performance at the Herberger Theater Center.