SPEECH: Billy Corgan (L), Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee at the RUSH

The speaker reflects on their journey from a basement in Glendale Heights in 1975 to their current position, influenced by the band Rush. They discuss the importance of fan engagement in the rock and roll industry and share a personal anecdote about being kicked out of a Rush cover band for being too good.

What year does the speaker reminisce about in the beginning of the transcript?

• 1985

• 1975

• 1995

• 1965

Which song does the speaker mention as their favorite from the album 2-1-1-2?

• Tom Sawyer

• Limelight

• Temples of Syrinx

• Cygnus X-1

According to the speaker, what is essential for those who wish to be in the limelight?

• Fascination

• Imitation

• Alienation

• Isolation

What does the speaker emphasize about the fans in the rock and roll industry?

• They are only interested in pop music

• They are indifferent

• They are just a bunch of sheep

• They genuinely care

Why was the speaker kicked out of the Rush cover band?

• They were not good enough

• They were too good

• They didn't like Rush

• They missed too many rehearsals