Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson love Angine de Poitrine
While Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson are currently navigating their massive 50 Something world tour, their musical exploration doesn’t stop at the boundaries of their own history. Recently, the pair turned their attention to a sound that has captivated a global audience: the Angine de Poitrine movement.
When asked about fellow Canuks, Lee offered a resounding endorsement. He described the group as fantastic, marveling at how they managed to distill complex musical ideas into something utterly unique. “I love the fact that they’ve gone viral, because they’re so unusual, peculiar, idiosyncratic,” Lee shared. “They’ve taken the complexities of bands like Primus and Rush and boiled it down to a two-piece band using an incredible array of technology and pedals.”
This unique sound, Lee noted, is incredibly entertaining. He suggested that the music is not merely heard, but actively experienced. “That’s the most entertaining and exhilarating bits of music that I’ve heard for a long, long time,” he said. He added that this music possesses a compelling quality, noting that while it may not be universally liked, it is undeniably infectious—a kind of good, contagious energy.
Alex Lifeson echoed this sentiment, focusing on the hypnotic quality of the Canuks’ arrangements. He highlighted the innovative use of looping technology, which created mesmerizing textures. “There’s something very hypnotic about their arrangements and how they write, how they present the music,” Lifeson explained. “You know, using the looping pedals to create a bass line, and then guitar lines over it, and keep building on it.”
Lifeson further elaborated on the sonic texture, pointing out how the musicians’ approach lent an exotic feel to the music. The microtonal handling and instrumental interplay gave the sound a captivating quality, making it feel both exotic and mesmerizing.
The influence of the Canuks extends far beyond rock circles. The Rush members are now part of a star-studded fanbase, including major figures like deadmau5, Jack White, Shania Twain, and even Lars Ulrich from Metallica.
The shared appreciation highlights a broader trend in modern music—a desire for sounds that push boundaries and incorporate technological experimentation. Whether it’s the intricate layering of guitars in Rush or the looping techniques of the Canuks, the appeal lies in the ability to create something utterly new and deeply engaging.
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