Alex Lifeson
Canadian guitarist
Alex Lifeson, OC (born Aleksandar Živojinović; August 27, 1953) is a Canadian musician. He is best known as the guitarist and co-founder for the Canadian rock band Rush. Lifeson has been a member of the band since 1968.
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![]() Alex Lifeson in concert with Rush. Raleigh, NC (June 20, 2007) | |
Background information | |
Birth name | Alexandar Zivojinovich (Aleksandar Živojinović) |
Born | Fernie, British Columbia, Canada | August 27, 1953
Genres | Hard rock, progressive rock, heavy metal |
Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter, producer |
Instruments | Guitar, mandolin |
Years active | 1968-present |
Labels | Mercury, Anthem, Atlantic |
In Rush, Lifeson plays electric and acoustic guitars. He also plays other instruments including: mandola, mandolin and bouzouki.
Along with his music career, Lifeson is part owner of a Toronto restaurant called "The Orbit Room." He is also a licensed airplane pilot.