Experience “Kid Gloves” from Rush’s iconic Toronto hometown concert video, performed on September 21, 1984. Newly edited from the original camera masters and newly remastered in HD, this performance comes from the new concert video – Grace Under Pressure Tour: Live In Toronto 1984 – found on the Grace Under Pressure Super Deluxe boxset.
UMe/Mercury and Anthem Records label groups continue the comprehensive Rush albums expanded reissue series with the arrival of new Super Deluxe Editions of the band’s 1984 release, Grace Under Pressure, an album that saw the trio shifting gears to construct eight technology-driven tracks that were forward driving compositions from their previous works. Grace Under Pressure: Super Deluxe Edition will be available in five distinct configurations, including the (1) Super Deluxe Edition 4-CD + Blu-ray, (2) Super Deluxe Edition 5-LP + Blu-ray, (3) Super Deluxe Digital Edition, (4) Dolby Atmos Digital Edition, and (5) Grace Under Pressure Tour: Live in Toronto 1984 at video DSPs. They can all be pre-ordered here.
Grace Under Pressure, Rush’s tenth studio album, was originally released in April 1984, and it features some key sonic-template modifications resulting from the band’s decision to further evolve its sound by enlisting a new producer after a successful decade of working with Terry Brown behind the board. The eight songs comprising Grace Under Pressure build from where September 1982’s Signals left off by fully embracing the tech and temper of the times while still remaining true to the band’s knack for blending progressive roots with radio-welcome song arrangements. Grace Under Pressure was co-produced by Rush with Peter Henderson and engineered by Paul Northfield with assistance from Frank Opolko and Robert Di Giola. It was the fourth in a series of Rush recording sessions ultimately held at Le Studio in Morin-Heights, Quebec. Rush’s instinctive recording process at Le Studio had been DNA-infused during sessions held there for the aforementioned Signals, in addition to February 1981’s Moving Pictures and January 1980’s Permanent Waves.
“…our songwriting had taken us to a different musical place, says Geddy Lee, “an expansion of our soundscape with a range of new technologies, not just keyboards and samples, but electronic drums too, while getting to know the new dude behind the console with a very different working style.”
“Distant Early Warning,” the lead-off track on Grace Under Pressure, announces the clear directional shift. “Afterimage” is a heartfelt reflection on the unexpected passing of someone close to the band that leads right into the confines of “Red Sector A,” a chilling tale of incarceration, intimidation, and uncertainty. Side A closes out with the inner-reflective “The Enemy Within,” subtitled “Part One of Fear.” (The “Fear” trilogy was presented in reverse order, with Part Two, “The Weapon,” appearing on Signals, and Part Three, “Witch Hunt,” debuting on Moving Pictures.)
Side B commences with the humanoid escape drama that is “The Body Electric,” while “Kid Gloves” acts as stay-tough sequel of sorts to the sound of its Signals antecedent “The Analog Kid,” and the skittery “Red Lenses” captures mile-a-minute thoughts of anxiety, all propelled by a loping low-end riff. The album closes with the widening gyre of “Between The Wheels,” a track that became a latter-day concert favorite during Rush’s final R40 tour.
The limited-edition version of the Super Deluxe Edition includes four CDs, one Blu-ray, and a 52-page hardcover book. CD1 features the album’s original 1984 stereo mix newly remastered from the original analog stereo master tapes by Sean Magee at Abbey Road Studios. Although Grace Under Pressure was the first Rush studio album not produced by Terry Brown after a decade long healthy working relationship, CD2 now features Brown’s brand-new stereo mix of the album, as created from the original studio album’s analog multitracks. To get the ball rolling, Brown reached out directly to surviving bandmembers Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee. Regarding his involvement, Brown confirmed that he “suggested it to Alex and Ged by saying to them, ‘Let me do a couple of tunes. If you love it, we can move forward.’ As it turned out, they did love it.” Brown’s goals for his remix were quite pure. “I had to give the guys something they would be excited about,” the producer continued, “so I went for a little more detail, different reverbs, and a larger footprint, all while maintaining the integrity of the original record.”
CD3 and CD4 present the first-ever complete setlist of the show Rush performed on September 21, 1984, at Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto, which was also newly mixed from the original multitrack audio masters and has now been retitled Grace Under Pressure Tour: Live in Toronto 1984.
The Blu-ray features the above concert on video newly edited & newly remastered in HD with the audio soundtrack offered in 48kHz/24-bit Dolby Atmos, 96kHz/24-bit Dolby TrueHD 5.1, and 96kHz/24-bit PCM stereo options, all newly mixed by Terry Brown. Its previous incarnation as 1986’s Grace Under Pressure Tour concert home video and CD was somewhat incomplete, and this new full concert experience features 37 minutes of unreleased performances.
Also on the Blu-ray, the full 1984 studio album is newly mixed in 48kHz/24-bit Dolby Atmos and 96kHz/24-bit Dolby TrueHD 5.1 by longtime band associate, producer/engineer Richard Chycki, from the original album’s multitracks along with the newly remastered 192kHz/24-bit and 96kHz/24-bit PCM stereo. Observed Chycki, “Listening to Grace Under Pressure in Atmos, you can really hear Rush’s progress and development as artists, because there’s much more room in the 360-degree soundfield to express it. Things that may have just gone by you in stereo now appear in separate speakers without being gimmicky. Instead, they act as micro-features for the Atmos listener to better appreciate the band’s intent.”
Additionally, on the Blu-ray, Terry Brown’s new album remix is presented in 96kHz/24-bit PCM stereo, along with the band’s music videos for “Distant Early Warning,” “Afterimage,” “The Enemy Within,” and “The Body Electric,” all of which have been visually remastered in HD and presented in 96kHz/24-bit Dolby TrueHD 5.1 and 48kHz/24-bit PCM stereo. (“The Enemy Within” was the very first music video shown by Canadian TV channel MuchMusic, now known as Fuse, on August 31, 1984.)
The Super Deluxe Edition of Grace Under Pressure will also include new liner notes penned by Geddy Lee, reflecting on his memories of finding a new producer for the album and reminiscing on a recent re-listen of the album proper. Original album designer Hugh Syme re-imagines the original album cover along with creating brand-new illustrations for each of the album’s eight songs and other related visual elements in the book. Exclusive bonus collectibles in the box include a custom acrylic Grace Under Pressure LED light-up display; a replica of the Grace Under Pressure tour book; a replica Maple Leaf Gardens/Toronto show concert ticket; a Grace Under Pressure Tour total access backstage pass; “Pressure Release” a replica of the 6-page press release; three bandmember live photo lithos; and a poster from the Toronto show. All contents are housed in a premium lift-top box.
The second Grace Under Pressure configuration will be released in is a five-LP plus Blu-ray Super Deluxe Edition, which is the analog equivalent of the four-CD edition. The LPs in the Super Deluxe Edition have been cut at Abbey Road Studios and pressed on 180-gram audiophile black vinyl at GZ Media in the Czech Republic.
Both the 4LP + Blu-ray and 5LP + Blu-ray Super Deluxe Editions will also be offered at the Rush Backstage online store with 3 exclusive bonus lithos of Hugh Syme’s new illustrations.
The third Grace Under Pressure configuration will be the Super Deluxe Digital Edition, which is the digital equivalent to the physical Super Deluxe Edition audio tracks.
The fourth configuration, the Dolby Atmos Digital Edition, is the digital equivalent of Richard Chycki’s Atmos mix of all eight tracks from the original 1984 album.
Finally, the fifth configuration is the Grace Under Pressure Tour: Live in Toronto 1984 newly edited, mixed and visually remastered in HD concert video made available to video DSPs.
Tracklistings:
Super Deluxe Edition (4CD + 1 Blu-ray)
CD 1 – Original Album – Produced by Rush and Peter Henderson / 2025 Remaster on CD for the first time
“Distant Early Warning”
“Afterimage”
“Red Sector A”
“The Enemy Within”
“The Body Electric”
“Kid Gloves”
“Red Lenses”
“Between The Wheels”
CD 2 – Original Album – 2025 Terry Brown Mix*
“Distant Early Warning”
“Afterimage”
“Red Sector A”
“The Enemy Within”
“The Body Electric”
“Kid Gloves”
“Red Lenses”
“Between The Wheels”
CD 3 – Grace Under Pressure Tour: Live In Toronto 1984*
Maple Leaf Gardens – September 21, 1984
“The Spirit Of Radio”
“Subdivisions”
“The Body Electric”
“The Enemy Within”
“The Weapon”
“Witch Hunt”
“New World Man”
“Between The Wheels”
“Red Barchetta”
CD 4 – Grace Under Pressure Tour: Live In Toronto 1984*
Maple Leaf Gardens – September 21, 1984 – continued
“Distant Early Warning”
“Red Sector A”
“Closer To The Heart”
“Kid Gloves”
“YYZ”
“2112: The Temples Of Syrinx”
“Tom Sawyer”
“Red Lenses” / Drum Solo
“Vital Signs”
“Finding My Way”
“In The Mood”
Blu-Ray – Disc 5 – Grace Under Pressure Tour: Live In Toronto 1984 – Concert Video*
Maple Leaf Gardens – September 21, 1984 – Dolby Atmos / Dolby TrueHD 5.1 / PCM Stereo
“The Spirit Of Radio”
“Subdivisions”
“The Body Electric”
“The Enemy Within”
“The Weapon”
“Witch Hunt”
“New World Man”
“Between The Wheels”
“Red Barchetta”
“Distant Early Warning”
“Red Sector A”
“Closer To The Heart”
“Kid Gloves”
“YYZ”
“2112: The Temples Of Syrinx”
“Tom Sawyer”
“Red Lenses” / Drum Solo
“Vital Signs”
“Finding My Way”
“In The Mood”
Grace Under Pressure – Original Album Surround & Stereo Mixes – 1984 Album Mix – Dolby Atmos* / Dolby TrueHD 5.1* / PCM Stereo
2025 Album Mix – PCM Stereo*
“Distant Early Warning”
“Afterimage”
“Red Sector A”
“The Enemy Within”
“The Body Electric”
“Kid Gloves”
“Red Lenses”
“Between The Wheels”
Bonus Promo Videos
Dolby TrueHD 5.1* / PCM Stereo
“Distant Early Warning”
“Afterimage”
“The Enemy Within”
“The Body Electric”
Super Deluxe Edition (5LP + 1 Blu-ray)
Original Album – Produced by Rush and Peter Henderson / 2025 Remaster on LP for the first time
LP 1 – Side A
“Distant Early Warning”
“Afterimage”
“Red Sector A”
“The Enemy Within”
LP 1 – Side B
“The Body Electric”
“Kid Gloves”
“Red Lenses”
“Between The Wheels”
Original Album – 2025 Terry Brown Mix*
LP 2 – Side C
“Distant Early Warning”
“Afterimage”
“Red Sector A”
“The Enemy Within”
LP 2 – Side D
“The Body Electric”
“Kid Gloves”
“Red Lenses”
“Between The Wheels”
Grace Under Pressure Tour: Live In Toronto 1984* – Maple Leaf Gardens – September 21, 1984
LP 3 – Side E
“The Spirit Of Radio”
“Subdivisions”
“The Body Electric”
LP 3 – Side F
“The Enemy Within”
“The Weapon”
“Witch Hunt”
LP 4 – Side G
“New World Man”
“Between The Wheels”
“Red Barchetta”
LP 4 – Side H
“Distant Early Warning”
“Red Sector A”
“Closer To The Heart”
LP 5 – Side I
“Kid Gloves”
“YYZ”
“2112: The Temples Of Syrinx”
“Tom Sawyer”
LP 5 – Side J
“Red Lenses” / Drum Solo
“Vital Signs”
“Finding My Way”
“In The Mood”
Blu-Ray
Grace Under Pressure Tour: Live In Toronto 1984 – Concert Video* – Maple Leaf Gardens – September 21, 1984
Dolby Atmos / Dolby TrueHD 5.1 / PCM Stereo
“The Spirit Of Radio”
“Subdivisions”
“The Body Electric”
“The Enemy Within”
“The Weapon”
“Witch Hunt”
“New World Man”
“Between The Wheels”
“Red Barchetta”
“Distant Early Warning”
“Red Sector A”
“Closer To The Heart”
“Kid Gloves”
“YYZ”
“2112: The Temples Of Syrinx”
“Tom Sawyer”
“Red Lenses” / Drum Solo
“Vital Signs”
“Finding My Way”
“In The Mood”
Grace Under Pressure – Original Album Surround & Stereo Mixes – 1984 Album Mix – Dolby Atmos* / Dolby TrueHD 5.1* / PCM Stereo
2025 Album Mix – PCM Stereo*
“Distant Early Warning”
“Afterimage”
“Red Sector A”
“The Enemy Within”
“The Body Electric”
“Kid Gloves”
“Red Lenses”
“Between The Wheels”
Bonus Promo Videos
Dolby TrueHD 5.1* / PCM Stereo
“Distant Early Warning”
“Afterimage”
“The Enemy Within”
“The Body Electric”
Rush co-founders, Geddy Lee [bass, keys, vocals] and Alex Lifeson [guitar, vocals], recently revealed details for their 2026 Fifty Something headline tour in celebration of the band’s music, legacy, and the life of late drummer and lyricist Neil Peart.
These shows mark the first time Lee and Lifeson have toured together in eleven years since the finale of Rush’s R40 Tour on August 1, 2015 at the Forum in Los Angeles, CA, bringing it full circle with a return to the Forum to embark upon these special shows.
Rush will perform multiple shows in cities across Canada, the United States and Mexico, beginning June 7, 2026 at The Kia Forum in Los Angeles. These special “evening with” shows will find the band playing two sets each night. Each show will feature a distinct selection of songs and Rush will build each night’s setlist from a catalogue of 35 songs including their greatest hits and fan favorites.
For Fifty Something, Lee and Lifeson will be accompanied by German drummer, composer, and producer Anika Nilles, who has performed as Jeff Beck’s drummer for over 60 shows and has released four solo albums.
Check out the full confirmed itinerary below.
Tour dates:
June
7 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum
9 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum
11 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum
13 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum
18 – Mexico City, MX – Palacio de los Deportes
20 – Mexico City, MX – Palacio de los Deportes
24 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
26 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
28 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
30 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
July
16 – Chicago, IL – United Center
18 – Chicago, IL – United Center
20 – Chicago, IL – United Center
22 – Chicago, IL – United Center
28 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
30 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
August
1 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
3 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
7 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena
9 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena
11 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena
13 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena
21 – Philadelphia, PA – Xfinity Mobile Arena
23 – Philadelphia, PA – Xfinity Mobile Arena
26 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena
28 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena
September
2 – Montreal, QC – Bell Centre
4 – Montreal, QC – Bell Centre
12 – Boston, MA – TD Garden
14 – Boston, MA – TD Garden
17 – Cleveland, OH – Rocket Arena
19 – Cleveland, OH – Rocket Arena
23 – San Antonio, TX – Frost Bank Center
25 – San Antonio, TX – Frost Bank Center
October
5 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena
7 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena
10 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena
12 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena
15 – San Jose, CA – SAP Center
17 – San Jose, CA – SAP Center
25 – Washington D.C. – Capital One Arena
27 – Washington D.C. – Capital One Arena
30 – Uncasville, CT – Mohegan Sun Arena
November
1 – Uncasville, CT – Mohegan Sun Arena
5 – Hollywood, FL – Hard Rock Live
7 – Hollywood, FL – Hard Rock Live
9 – Tampa, FL – Benchmark International Arena
11 – Tampa, FL – Benchmark International Arena
20 – Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center
22 – Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center
25 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena
27 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena
December
1 – Glendale, AZ – Desert Diamond Arena
3 – Glendale, AZ – Desert Diamond Arena
10 – Edmonton, AB – Rogers Place
12 – Edmonton, AB – Rogers Place
15 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena
17 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena
Organizers have confirmed that RushCon is returning to Toronto, ON (Canada), August 7-9, 2026. A pre-show party will take place in New York City on August 1.
A message reveals, “For many years, RushCon has been the premier gathering for Rush fans from around the world. In 2026, we are bringing the convention back bigger than ever with a full weekend of music, stories, community, and unforgettable fan experiences.
Whether you have seen Rush dozens of times, are catching your first show on this tour, or simply want a place to connect with fellow fans, this weekend is built for you.”
Toronto Weekend Events include:
– Friday, August 7 – Welcome Party and Pre-Show Hangout – The Loose Moose, Toronto
– Saturday, August 8 (Daytime) – RushCon Main Event – The El Mocambo, Toronto
– Saturday, August 8 (Evening) – Sunset Harbour Cruise – Toronto Harbour
– Sunday, August 9 (Afternoon) – Closing Party and Pre-Show Hangout – Henderson Brewing Company, Toronto
Also confirmed:
Saturday, August 1 – New York City Pre-Show Party – The Rutherford, New York City
Complete RushCon details can be found here. Tickets are available here.
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