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Zoneboy · 07-15-2008, 03:50 PM

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NEW YORK - Rush will be appearing on "The Colbert Report," and it's not Limbaugh.

The Canadian band Rush, which hasn't performed on U.S. television in more than three decades, will play their classic "Tom Sawyer" on the Comedy Central show Wednesday (11:30 p.m. EST). The Geddy Lee-led trio, which is currently on tour, hasn't played on U.S. television since 1975.

Rush is only the latest act to perform on "The Report," which has steadily edged closer to "Ed Sullivan Show" territory. With increasingly frequent musical performances, "The Report" has grown a variety-show impulse, evident in other upcoming bookings.

The rapper Nas will perform on July 23, Toby Keith will return for a second performance on July 28 and Crosby, Stills and Nash will play on July 30.

The Stephen Colbert-hosted comedy show was originally launched as a parody of conservative political punditry — and shows like "The O'Reilly Factor" do not make a habit of hosting music performances.

But "The Report" circus has expanded into musical realms, often with its sonorous host joining in. John Legend, Neil Young, R.E.M., Tony Bennett, Peter Frampton, Willie Nelson, Barry Manilow, John Mellencamp, the Roots and Carole King have all performed on the show.

Colbert's enthusiasm for the music has been easily apparent. He's sung the Star Spangled Banner (in two-part harmony) with Legend, and mocked the MTV-style band interview by questioning R.E.M. from a stool twice the size of those the band sat on.

Zebra 3 · 07-18-2008, 06:44 PM

Saw it and of course they kept the interview and music for the end. Thanks for the info, Zoneboy!

ABlairican Pie · 07-19-2008, 01:16 AM

Great interview!!! But why did they try to cut "Tom Sawyer" short, their big song??

I saw the performance, and thought it was odd when Colbert jumped in toward the end of the song. I thought they would at least play two songs, one from 'Snakes and Arrows'.

I'm suprised Rush hasn't been on American t.v. for over 30 years, but well worth the wait!!

BarneyFife · 07-19-2008, 02:12 AM

I didn't get the chance to see it, but I've seen Rush in concert 4 or 5 years ago here in Nashville and they put on a great show.

07-15-2008, 03:50 PM	#1
Zoneboy Moderator Forum Veteran R.I.P. STEVE FORREST 1925-2013 Join Date: Jul 13, 2003 Location: Carthage, NC Posts: 22,748	Rush to Make Rare TV Appearance On "The Colbert Report" Tomorrow Night Link NEW YORK - Rush will be appearing on "The Colbert Report," and it's not Limbaugh. The Canadian band Rush, which hasn't performed on U.S. television in more than three decades, will play their classic "Tom Sawyer" on the Comedy Central show Wednesday (11:30 p.m. EST). The Geddy Lee-led trio, which is currently on tour, hasn't played on U.S. television since 1975. Rush is only the latest act to perform on "The Report," which has steadily edged closer to "Ed Sullivan Show" territory. With increasingly frequent musical performances, "The Report" has grown a variety-show impulse, evident in other upcoming bookings. The rapper Nas will perform on July 23, Toby Keith will return for a second performance on July 28 and Crosby, Stills and Nash will play on July 30. The Stephen Colbert-hosted comedy show was originally launched as a parody of conservative political punditry — and shows like "The O'Reilly Factor" do not make a habit of hosting music performances. But "The Report" circus has expanded into musical realms, often with its sonorous host joining in. John Legend, Neil Young, R.E.M., Tony Bennett, Peter Frampton, Willie Nelson, Barry Manilow, John Mellencamp, the Roots and Carole King have all performed on the show. Colbert's enthusiasm for the music has been easily apparent. He's sung the Star Spangled Banner (in two-part harmony) with Legend, and mocked the MTV-style band interview by questioning R.E.M. from a stool twice the size of those the band sat on. __________________ *"It's the way things are. A big tree falls and a new one grows right out of the same ground. Old animals die and young ones take their places. Even people step aside when it's time."* (R.G. Armstrong as the Contractor in The Twilight Zone episode "Nothing in the Dark")

07-18-2008, 06:44 PM	#2
Zebra 3 Senior Member Striped Tomato Join Date: Jun 26, 2002 Location: Bay City Posts: 5,455	Saw it and of course they kept the interview and music for the end. Thanks for the info, Zoneboy! __________________ Sitcoms Online STARSKY & HUTCH Message Board

07-19-2008, 01:16 AM	#3
ABlairican Pie Forum Celebrity Viking metal rules. \m/ \m/ Join Date: Dec 12, 2001 Location: Celebrating the holiest holiday of the year, Monday, June 6, as we honor Slayer and all metal, with plenty of pizza, beer, and sacrificial goats. Life is good. Posts: 27,091	Great interview!!! But why did they try to cut "Tom Sawyer" short, their big song?? I saw the performance, and thought it was odd when Colbert jumped in toward the end of the song. I thought they would at least play two songs, one from 'Snakes and Arrows'. I'm suprised Rush hasn't been on American t.v. for over 30 years, but well worth the wait!! __________________ Weights. Dark Chocolate-Peanut Butter-Banana Oatmeal. Metal. Life is good.

07-19-2008, 02:12 AM	#4
BarneyFife Senior Member Retired Join Date: Mar 02, 2008 Posts: 8,450	I didn't get the chance to see it, but I've seen Rush in concert 4 or 5 years ago here in Nashville and they put on a great show. __________________ BarneyFife has left the building.

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