Episodes

  • Episode 91. Beneath, Between & Behind

    Episode 91. Beneath, Between & Behind
    Nov 23 2025

    Here comes TRon! Rush love stories, ticket chaos, and dancing to deep cuts in 11/8 at your wedding—this week, Chaz and Schatz welcome Rush Fest All-Stars Terry Hill and TRon into the Haggis Shack for a transatlantic celebration of prog fandom and community.

    They break down:

    🎸 Terry and Ron’s Rush origin stories—from Ontario radio waves and summer camp cassettes to buying the entire back catalog in a Cologne record shop

    🥁 How Rush fandom led to a wedding on 21/12/2012, a circle of lifelong friends, and playing Massey Hall as part of the Rush Fest All-Stars

    🎟️ The wild ride of scoring tickets for Rush’s new tour

    🎶 Hear Schatz's “special left-handed cowbell” backing up Terry on In The Mood, live from Massey Hall in their RushFestCanada25 All Star Band Boneless Records Debut Single!!

    🎶 Hear “Life’s a Rush" a TRon love song, written and perfromed by Maria Wallace (with permission you bastards at Spotify!!)

    💬 Misheard lyrics, karaoke challenges, and the joy (and pain) of tribute band gigs


    THIS WEEK'S SONG

    And then—it’s time to spin the wheel. The mischievous wheel lands on “Beneath, Between & Behind,” launching a spirited debate on why this short, sharp classic still resonates 50 years on, and how Rush’s lyrics remain as relevant as ever.

    Plug in, laugh along, and “go scratch that itch”—the Rush family is back, and the journey continues.

    SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDS

    Scratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world! Yeah!

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here: ⁠Schatz's Scratch List⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠(And say it 5 times fast!)


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    1 hr and 48 mins
  • RushRash911 Episode 40. RU Paying Attention

    RushRash911 Episode 40. RU Paying Attention
    Nov 17 2025

    Schatz said it would take a couple of listens on this one...well, he gets what he wants. What happens when the guys listen to a song twice? Do the votes change? Go back to episode 33 and find out for yourself! At the End is spun again - have fun with this second spin.

    SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDS

    Scratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world! Yeah!

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here: ⁠Schatz's Scratch List⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠(And say it 5 times fast!)


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    20 mins
  • RushRash Episode 90. Anthem

    RushRash Episode 90. Anthem
    Nov 12 2025

    After two years of promises, it finally happened — the mighty Rush Archives join Chaz and Schatz in the Haggis Shack! Colorado’s premier Rush tribute trio — Steve Clark (Geddy), Ferando Escobar (Alex), and Ron Straley (Neil) — finally sit down to talk all things Rush, from 2112 to Clockwork Angels.

    They break down:

    🎸 The band’s gateway Rush moments — Spirit of Radio, 2112, The Camera Eye

    🥁 How Steve learned bass, keys, and foot pedals in six months (because...Geddy Lee)

    📸 Legendary photographer Bill O’Leary still shooting film — with the same camera he used on Rush themselves

    🤘 The impact of Rush’s return with Anika Nilles behind the kit

    💸 Ticket prices, tribute scene realities, and what keeps the Archives authentic


    And then — it’s time to spin the wheel…the mischievous wheel gives us the lead track to the Rush 2.0 era, “Anthem.”

    The guys break down why that track still hits like a musical thunderclap — from Alex’s surgical riffing to Neil’s impossible syncopation — and why it remains a rallying cry for every working man.


    GO catch Rush Archives' Next Show: Wednesday, November 26th @ Buffalo Rose, Golden, Colorado — The Night Before Thanksgiving Rush Bash!

    SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDS

    Scratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world! Yeah!

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here: ⁠Schatz's Scratch List⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠(And say it 5 times fast!)


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    2 hrs and 9 mins
  • RushRash911 Episode 39. Victor

    RushRash911 Episode 39. Victor
    Nov 7 2025

    The guys add a few tracks to the wheel and end up spinning Victor, off Alex Lifeson's 1996 solo record Victor. Ummmm...you just need to listen. This is the one to go get some gummies for...

    SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDS

    Scratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world! Yeah!

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here: ⁠Schatz's Scratch List⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠(And say it 5 times fast!)


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    21 mins
  • Episode 89. The Larger Bowl

    Episode 89. The Larger Bowl
    Nov 4 2025
    This week, the Haggis Shack smells like peach pie and nostalgia as Chaz and Schatz welcome the sister of The Professor himself, Nancy Peart Burkholder, along with the host of the Bubba Bash fellow Rush lifer Cathy Rankin.What follows is one of the most heartfelt, hilarious, and goosebump-raising conversations we’ve ever had. Nancy opens up the family scrapbook and lets us peek inside the Peart household — the laughter, the mischief, and the moments that made Neil more than a legend… they made him Neil.We hear about the big brother who drummed on his sister's playpen, the teen who read everything in sight, and the man who sent postcards home from every corner of the world — still grounded by love for his family and the rhythm that started around Judy Peart’s kitchen table.Nancy’s stories range from the hilarious (yes, Neil had a wicked sense of humor) to the humbling — memories of a brother who was thoughtful, generous, and beautifully human beneath the myth. She talks about the birth of Peart Family Events, how grief became purpose, and how the upcoming Legacy in Bronze project will literally set Neil’s spirit in stone.Meanwhile, Cathy shares her own journey — from Rush fan to recording artist — and the story behind her tribute song for Neil, a collaboration that turned loss into light. There’s laughter, love, and a few tears, but most of all, there’s that unmistakable hum of the spirit of radio running through it all.⚡ In This Episode🏡 Growing up Peart — Nancy’s front-row seat to her brother’s curiosity, humor, and drive.🍰 Judy Peart’s legendary cooking and kindness, the heartbeat of the Peart home.🌍 Postcards from the road — and the quiet way Neil stayed connected to home.💖 The creation of Peart Family Events and how community became family.🪙 The Legacy in Bronze project — giving fans a place to stand and remember.🎶 Cathy Rankin’s tribute song — healing through melody, with help from her family and friends.⛳ Teeing off at the Pure Golf Tournament — where charity meets air drumming - all hacks need apply.If you love Rush, if you love stories, and if you’ve ever felt that Neil’s words reached straight into your heart — this one’s for you.So pour a Scotch, raise a glass to her big brother, and join us as we celebrate family, music, and the rhythm that never fades.THIS WEEK'S SONGThe wheel playfully denies Nancy the opportunity to call her shot and instead as we end up listening to The Larger Bowl off 2007's Snakes & Arrows. We get a special side story about what the larger bowl was about in the Peart house growing up. You just can't miss this show!SHOW LINKSDonate! Legacy in Bronze - Help get Neil's statue erected in Lakeside ParkRock! Tribute bands, submit tracks for 97 Rock Shreed & Regan's Rush TributePeart Family Memorial Events - NP, GP, DP Peart Family Coffee - The Most Excellent Way to Start Your DayRamona Vogue's tribute to her Uncle Neil - Radio SilenceSCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDSScratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world! Yeah!⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here: ⁠Schatz's Scratch List⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠(And say it 5 times fast!)GO BONELESSCertified boneless in the state of Ohio by the Boneless Podcasting Network. Go Boneless. Boneless Makes a Better Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    2 hrs and 8 mins
  • RushRash911 Episode 38. Anika Nilles

    RushRash911 Episode 38. Anika Nilles
    Oct 30 2025

    The show stumbles open to a heated discussion on Schatz's readiness to add Anika Nilles' solo works to the 911 wheel for exploration. Putting aside that she has a back catalogue that would quickly have her dominate the wheel, we explore the vein that dislodged itself from Schatz's forehead at the thought of putting a newbie on the wheel with Lersxt and Dirk.

    No Wheel Spin

    Rather than spin the wheel, we listen to a couple of album opening tracks from Anika's solo catalog - Fiji, off 2025's False Truth, and Wild Boy off her 2014 Eponymous EP. There's no voting either, but we get to hear for ourselves what all the fuss is about.

    SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDS

    Scratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world! Yeah!

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here: ⁠Schatz's Scratch List⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠(And say it 5 times fast!)


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    21 mins
  • Episode 88. A drink and a friend

    Episode 88. A drink and a friend
    Oct 26 2025

    This week, Chaz and Schatz welcome Greg Russell—drummer, designer, and longtime friend of Neil Peart—back into the Haggis Shack for a deep-dive episode that’s equal parts tribute, therapy session, and celebration of all things Rush. With the band’s reunion and the addition of a new drummer making headlines, Greg shares his unique perspective as both a torchbearer in the tribute scene as drummer in Natural Science, and someone who rode thousands of miles with Neil himself.

    The conversation rockets from the emotional impact of Rush’s return (and what it means to the community) to Greg’s stories of life on the road with Neil, the art of playing Rush’s music, and the challenges and joys of keeping the spirit alive in tribute bands. Chaz and Schatz dig into the fan experience, ticket drama, and the bittersweet excitement of seeing Rush 3.0 take shape. Greg opens up about Neil’s legacy, his playful side, and the importance of honoring the music while embracing change.

    🔥 In This Episode:

    • Greg’s memories of designing Neil’s iconic drum risers and sharing the open road
    • The emotional rollercoaster of RUSH’s return and the choice of a new drummer
    • What it means for tribute bands as the real band hits the stage again
    • Reflections on Neil’s character, humor, and approach to life and music
    • The future of RUSH fandom, RushCon, and the evolving tribute community
    • A soft launch of “Rushathon”—Greg’s vision for a festival uniting tribute bands to play the entire Rush catalog live

    THIS WEEK’S SONG

    We didn't spin the wheel this week, as it just seemed like the right thing to do, to pause the games (most of them) and spend an evening with a drink and a friend to talk about what it feels like to be a part of this time, in this place, with all that's our effin reality. Effin deep man...pass the bong...tune in, turn on, and enjoy this very special Hallmark, Disney, one-time, special to Blue-Ray, DVD and US Cass-ingle event: an episode recorded just a week and 2 days after the announcement of the RUSH Reunion - before the additional dates were announced! Still fresh! - Special from RushRash to you.


    And please welcome our newest sponsor - Peart Family Coffee to the Rush Rash Haggis Shack of "you scratch our back, we'll scratch yours" sponsorship! Go grab yourself a big ass cup of the most excellent cup of coffee you can have today and listen to some more R U S H with us - Hot Damn, eh!

    SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDS

    Scratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world! Yeah!

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here: ⁠Schatz's Scratch List⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠(And say it 5 times fast!)


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    1 hr and 44 mins
  • RushRash911 Episode 37. Kabul Blues

    RushRash911 Episode 37. Kabul Blues
    Oct 23 2025

    Grab a cup of Peart Family Coffee and curl up with your headphones and some LSD for a trip through Afghanastan with a Les Paul strapped to your back. We're listening to Kabul Blues from 2022's eponymous release by Envy of None. I'm not as toned as you stink I am...

    SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDS

    Scratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world! Yeah!

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here: ⁠Schatz's Scratch List⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠(And say it 5 times fast!)


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    23 mins