Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson Reunite for Tribute Tour Honoring Neil Peart with Anika Nilles on Drums
June 8, 2026
The Fifty Something tour kicks off at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles as a historic reunion for Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson, with Anika Nilles stepping in on drums for a tribute-heavy yet celebratory two-and-a-half-hour show that honors Neil Peart without trying to replace him.
Set 1 highlights include Xanadu, Limelight, Far Cry, Subdivisions, Freewill, Bravado, Caravan, La Villa Strangiato, Vital Signs, and The Spirit Of Radio; Set 2 runs from 2112 Overture through Tom Sawyer, with notable inclusions like Distant Early Warning, Red Barchetta, Dreamline, Natural Science, Time Stand Still (with Aimee Mann live for the first time), YYZ, and The Garden.
The tour information includes 2026–2027 itineraries, VIP options, and travel packages with related links.
The article notes that additional updates from the band and Nilles are anticipated as the tour progresses.
Fan-recorded footage is available, and tour dates span North America, parts of Latin America, and Europe, with city- and venue-specific listings through April 2026.
ProG Rock Report provided the setlist and fan photos and teased a full review of the show forthcoming.
A drum-cam video of Nilles’ performance is linked, allowing readers to assess her playing firsthand.
The opening night faced minor hiccups like slight stiffness and occasional out-of-sync video screens, attributed to the reunion’s novelty, with expectations of improvement.
Rafael Polcaro, a Brazilian journalist who runs Rock and Roll Garage, is the author of the piece, with a brief bio included.
Each concert aims for a unique experience, drawing from a catalogue of over 40 songs to keep shows distinct.
Future NYC dates at Madison Square Garden are noted, along with the overall positive reception of the tour.
Bravado is dedicated to Peart after the tribute montage, with a further nod to him before Time Stand Still, featuring Aimee Mann performing her part live for the first time.
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