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RUSH - The Road Crew Interviews
For over 37 years fans of RUSH have looked forward to the next album or CD. This usually meant that RUSH would be hitting the road again in support of their new material. Over this period of time I cannot think of a show I did not enjoy including the recent Time Machine tour. On recent tours is has only been RUSH playing two sets with over three hours of material (Glorious)! Have you ever wondered how much time and effort it takes by the road crew to get things ready for the three hour plus show, I have. Over the years I have had the privilege of getting to know Howard "Herns" Ungerleider and conducted several interviews and question and answer sessions with Howard. Just in case there are a few that don't know, Howard is the Production Manager for RUSH's concerts. He design's all of the lighting and works closely with the band and video crew to put the complete visual show together. From these interviews, questions and answer sessions, and visiting his company, PDI (Production Design International) in Markham, Ontario, I have learned a lot about lighting and what is involved to design and setup a show. Along the way I also got to know Lorne "Gump" Wheaton, Neil's drum tech extraordinaire and like Howard, all around great person. I approached both them with my idea: Let’s let RUSH fans know what the road crew does, how much work is involved to bring us the three plus hour show. They thought it was a great idea, first step done. Next, it is off to SRO-Anthem to coordinate with Pegi Cecconi and Anna LeCoche. I owe a huge amount to both of these ladies, huge. My deep appreciation goes out to both of you. It is always a pleasure to deal with both of you and you are both proof that friends and staff of RUSH, like the band are great! I hope that I have the honour of calling you both, friends. For their help at the venues my gratitude goes out to Meghan Symsyk and Kevin Ripa. I thank you for taking time out of your very busy schedules. Finally many thanks to Howard and Lorne for agreeing to being interviewed on the road and helping me get the ball rolling – to David Davidian, John Arrowsmith, Brad Madix, Scott Appleton, Lindsey Haney. All of the above people helped me live an opportunity of a lifetime. I am privileged to have had this opportunity and to the pleasure of meeting you and document what you do to bring a RUSH show to RUSH fans. THANK YOU. To RUSH fans: I hope you enjoy the series of interviews with RUSH’s Road Crew. Next time you go to a show I am sure you will have a greater appreciation of what, who, and the time involved to bring us three plus hours of one of the greatest bands on the planet, and as I post this on my site on Canada Day, I can proudly say, a band from Toronto, Ontario, CANADA! Part I: David Davidian - Video Director Part II: John Arrowsmith - Pyro Technician Part III: John McIntosh - Geddy Lee's Bass Tech Part IV: Brad Madix and Brent Carpenter - Concert Sound Part V: Scott Appleton - Alex Lifeson's Guitar Tech Part VI: Lorne Wheaton - Neil Peart's Drum Tech 
The Time Machine Carpet - Would look good in my house... 
Think I will just take a little looksee into here... "What was that, Yes I was just leaving, that's correct Mr. Mosbach"... |
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Video Interview with Terry Brown Part I - The Early YearsI hope you enjoy my interview with legendary producer Terry Brown. I had a great time conducting the interview and am pretty sure RUSH fan or not that you are going to enjoy it. Part I - The Early Years an Interview with Terry Brown. |
