Cite examples of excellence among today's musicians and you too are dismissed.

WSJ: Meet the Generationally Biased

You are less likely to be dismissed after you've met.

WSJ: Keep Networking on the Job

You see, these are fans who are used to explaining -- and being summarily dismissed for -- their love of the band, said " RUSH: Beyond the lighted stage" documentarians Sam Dunn and Scot McFadyen.

CNN: It's not cool to like RUSH. That's OK

They have dismissed family suggestions of selling mugs featuring Sir Alan's catchphrase "You're fired" and are bemused by calls from members of the media asking about the cafe.

BBC: Bridge Cafe montage