Anika Nilles Wants Rush to Play 'Kid Gloves'

Anika Nilles Joins Rush

Anika Nilles made her debut with Rush this summer after Neil Peart's death in 2020.

Rush Reunion Tour

Rush is touring with Nilles under the Fifty Something reunion tour starting November 7, 2026.

Nilles' Wish List Song

Nilles wants to add 'Kid Gloves' from 1984's Grace Under Pressure to Rush's setlist.

Kid Gloves History

Rush last played 'Kid Gloves' live in 1984 during the Grace Under Pressure tour.

Sphere Las Vegas Residency

Rush will perform at Sphere Las Vegas from May 21 to May 30, 2027, as part of the Elevate From the Norm residency.

Nilles' Excitement for Las Vegas

Nilles has only been to Las Vegas once and is excited to explore the city during the residency.

Geddy Lee's View on Sphere

Geddy Lee says Sphere is tailor-made for Rush's visual design and a dream come true.

“When I first heard of Sphere, I thought to myself, 'Wow, what a shame that Rush is no longer touring, because this venue sounds tailor made for the kind of visual attitude with which we have always designed our shows'”

Kid Gloves Performance Details

Rush played 'Kid Gloves' in Toronto in September 1984, with the song last appearing in Honolulu in November 1984.