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Rush’s Geddy Lee shoots down claims of ‘woke agenda’
Geddy Lee has rejected claims that Rush chose drummer Anika Nilles to satisfy a “woke agenda”, saying the band hired her because she is an outstanding musician. His response addresses criticism from a small number of online commentators after Nilles joined Rush for its Fifty Something comeback tour.
The article says the announcement drew an overwhelmingly positive response, and Nilles’ performances have helped answer critics. More than 1.1 million tickets were sold for the tour’s first leg, which began in June and runs until early December; the tour is set to continue in 2027, alongside a 10-date Las Vegas Sphere residency in May and June.
In short
- Geddy Lee says Rush hired Anika Nilles for her talent.
- Lee rejects claims the band has a “woke agenda”.
- The tour’s first leg sold more than 1.1 million tickets.