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Rush is trading their instruments for bookshelves with the release of a new comic book that aims to delve into the rock band’s history. Traditional biographies and music books go chapter by chapter retelling major moments in a band’s history, but Orbit: Rush takes a different approach, using vibrant, graphic novel-style illustrations by Noumier Tawilah.
The comic book was released on Wednesday (April 10) and its already landed itself the label of a No. 1 new release on Amazon for biographies and history graphic novels. Within its pages you’ll discover how the band came together to create popular hits like “Working Man.” Plus, it’s only $8 right now on Amazon, Walmart and Barnes & Noble, making it a wallet-friendly gift for music lovers.
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“Orbit: Rush” by Todd Matthy
Discover the origins of the Canadian rock band throughout 26 pages of comic book-style storytelling. The biography allows you to go back to the beginning when the rockers initially started the band and see their rise to fame through an interactive book that’ll leave fans with a deeper understanding of just how the group — and their iconic songs — were created.
This isn’t the only book about bands that Matthy has authored — other artists spotlighted through comic books include the Foo Fighters and Black Sabbath. The author also has plans to release another graphic novel about Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath that will be released on July 3, 2024; Amazon has opened preorders for $20.
And, if you’re looking for more collectibles to add to your Rush merch collection, Amazon has a selection of graphic T-shirts like a Fly By Night Circle top for $26. You can also hang a decorative metal poster of the band performing onstage for just $15.
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