Alex Lifeson

Canadian guitarist

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
Alex Lifeson in concert with Rush. Raleigh, NC (June 20, 2007)
Alex Lifeson in concert with Rush.
Raleigh, NC (June 20, 2007)
Background information
Birth nameAlexandar Zivojinovich (Aleksandar Živojinović)
Born (1953-08-27) August 27, 1953 (age 70)
Fernie, British Columbia, Canada
GenresHard rock, progressive rock, heavy metal
Occupation(s)Musician, songwriter, producer
InstrumentsGuitar, mandolin
Years active1968-present
LabelsMercury, Anthem, Atlantic

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.