'New Biography Reach for The Stars: The M&R Rush Story Chronicles 50 Years of Chicago Rock History'

Reach For The Stars - The M&R Rush Story

This book captures the heart of the M&R Rush story through photos, reflections, and the voices of six musicians who made their mark. It is a tribute to their music, their history, and their fans”

— James (Jim) Arvia

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Reach for The Stars: The M&R Rush² Story, the authorized biography of Chicago’s enduring rock band M&R Rush, will be released on April 7, 2026. Written by James Arvia, the book captures more than fifty years of music, friendship, and the unmistakable Chicago spirit that shaped one of the Midwest’s most resilient independent rock acts.

Formed in Chicago’s Roseland neighborhood in 1970, M&R Rush rose from basement rehearsals to a powerhouse presence on the regional circuit, sharing stages with major acts including Styx and REO Speedwagon. Their breakout 1980 single “Rock & Roll Chicago” cemented their place in the city’s musical landscape and remains a fan favorite across generations.

The biography traces the band’s evolution—from their early years and high-energy live shows to their 2003 reunion and continued presence on vinyl and digital platforms. Through interviews, archival material, and personal reflections, the book presents the definitive account of a band that built its legacy through talent, perseverance, and an unbreakable bond with its fans.

“This book captures the heart of the M&R Rush story through photos, reflections, and the voices of six musicians who made their mark,” says author James (Jim) Arvia. “It is a tribute to their music, their history, and the fans who’ve been there from the beginning.”

Highlights
• A 50-Year Chronicle - From the early 1970s through the 2003 reunion and modern-era recordings.

• Behind-the-Scenes Insight - A candid look at the band’s creative process and the gritty Chicago rock scene.

• Rich Visual History - Photos and reflections from original members Marty Mardirosian, Roger Hirtz, Carl Moser, John McFarland, Paul Martin, and Jeff Luif.

Reach for the Stars - The M&R Rush Story is available for pre-sale now, with a portion of every book sold donated to The National Breast Cancer Foundation.
To order the book: www.mandrrush.com¹
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Email: mandrrush1@yahoo.com or Phone: 219-384-0149

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X Rock 103.9 Interview

Marty and John spoke with Scott Rosenberg about the release of Rock This Town

Interview Here

Derringer Discoveries

After three months and hundreds of votes from around the world, the results of the Derringer Discoveries Top 5 Classic Rock Songs ballot have been tallied! To help present the Top 5 Classic Rock songs, Team Derringer recruited members of M&R Rush, a classic rock band out of Chicago, to join them for this Classic Rock episode.

In the United States, the definition of Classic Rock comprises rock music ranging generally from the mid-1960s through the mid-1990s, primarily focusing on commercially successful blues rock and hard rock popularized in the 1970s Album Oriented Rock format. Do you agree with this definition?

We asked members of M&R Rush, Marty Mardirosian and John McFarland, to weigh in on each of the Top 5 songs and share the story of their band’s formation. We also wanted to know what it was like to play in a popular rock band in Chicago during what is now considered the heart of the Classic Rock era.

Listen in while Paul, Alton, and Laura (Team Derringer) share interesting tidbits about the artists behind each of the Top 5 Classic Rock Songs and share some snippets of songs you’re sure to recognize.

Team Derringer would like to thank Marty and John from M&R Rush for helping us count down the Top 5 Classic Rock songs.

Episode 48

The band was interviewed by PowerPlay magazine and is featured in May 2023 (Issue 262). To read the interview just click on the button below.

Powerplay Interview

Powerplay Magazine in the UK contacted us and did a nice review of our latest record "Good-Bye City Lights" Here is the review.

Marty and John's Interview at X-Rock 103.9

January 24, 2023

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Check out Marty & John from an interview with Tom Lounges from November 16, 2022

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