Alex Lifeson
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.
Alex Lifeson | |
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 Alex Lifeson in concert with Rush. Raleigh, NC (June 20, 2007) | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Alexandar Zivojinovich (Aleksandar Živojinović) |
| Born | August 27, 1953 Fernie, British Columbia, Canada |
| Genres | Hard rock, progressive rock, heavy metal |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter, producer |
| Instruments | Guitar, mandolin |
| Years active | 1968-present |
| Labels | Mercury, Anthem, Atlantic |
| Associated acts | Rush |
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.