Ultimate Classic Rock Gives Fans Chance to Win Rushs 50-Track Vinyl Anthology

Ultimate Classic Rock (UCR) has opened a single‑entry contest that could land a Rush fan a pristine copy of the band’s 50‑track vinyl anthology, Rush 50. The 7‑LP, 180‑gram set, released on March 21 2025, is a career‑spanning collection that celebrates the Canadian trio’s 50th anniversary. Fans who submit their name, email and phone number through the UCR website before the deadline of June 19 2026 at 11:59 p.m. EST stand a chance to win the box set, which also includes a 104‑page hardcover book of essays and photographs.

The anthology pulls 50 tracks from every studio album, live release and deluxe reissue the group has issued, with seven tracks that had never appeared on a commercial release before. The set opens with early singles such as “Not Fade Away” and “You Can’t Fight It,” and then moves through the band’s hard‑rock origins, their progressive peak, and their later synth‑heavy era. Studio staples like “Tom Sawyer,” “Closer to the Heart,” “Subdivisions” and “Fly By Night” sit alongside live gems from Ontario and Cleveland, and live renditions of fan favorites “Freewill,” “Limelight” and “YYZ.” The inclusion of both rare studio cuts and high‑energy live versions gives listeners a comprehensive audio journey through Rush’s evolution.

Rush’s 50‑track collection arrives as the band embarks on its first full tour in more than a decade. The Fifty‑Something Tour kicked off on June 7 2026 in Inglewood, California, and is scheduled to conclude on April 10 2027. It marks the first tour without original drummer Neil Peart, who passed in 2020, and the first lineup to feature more than three core members. Anika Nilles has taken over on drums, while Loren Gold joined as keyboardist, creating a new dynamic that blends the legacy sound with fresh energy.

The Los Angeles stops have already drawn attention for their historic setlists. The shows featured the first full live performances of the “2112” suite since 1997, and the first live airing of the title track from A Farewell to Kings (1977) since the 1970s. Guest vocalist Aimee Mann performed “Time Stand Still” at all four concerts, and the band played the entire Moving Pictures (1980) album during the third L.A. date. These moments have underscored the band’s commitment to revisiting and celebrating its legacy on stage.

For listeners who attend the tour or follow Rush’s releases, the Rush 50 set offers a definitive audio history that spans the band’s hard‑rock beginnings, progressive experimentation, synth‑heavy phases, and return to guitar‑driven work. The 180‑gram vinyl and the extensive booklet make it a coveted collector’s item, while the inclusion of live and rare tracks provides a deeper look at the band’s performance legacy. It serves both as a historical archive and a high‑quality listening experience for longtime fans and newcomers alike.

The contest remains open until the stated deadline, and UCR will announce the winner after the final entry period. Rush continues its reunion tour, and the Rush 50 box set is available for purchase through major retailers and the band’s official website.