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Aimee Mann Says She Almost Turned Down Rush Reunion but Sang at Every Kia Forum Night

Her hand-drawn Instagram comic reveals she was struggling before the shows and highlights the emotional tone of Rush’s 50th‑anniversary tour.

Overview

  • Earlier this month Aimee Mann joined Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson for guest vocals on “Time Stand Still” across all four opening shows at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles.
  • Mann posted a hand-drawn comic on Instagram explaining she initially ignored Lee’s March invitation because she was “in a shitty place” and took about a month to reply.
  • She says she accepted to avoid later regret and found the band “so kind and welcoming,” writing that she felt protected by their music and fans.
  • The Fifty Something tour moves to Mexico City this week and has planned filming in Cleveland, which Mann says makes it likely she will try to appear at those recorded dates.
  • The run is presented as a 50th‑anniversary celebration that honors late drummer Neil Peart, introduces drummer Anika Nilles and added dates after strong demand.