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Neil Ellwood Peart OC ( / pɪərt / PEERT; September 12, 1952 – January 7, 2020) was a Canadian and American musician, known as the drummer and primary lyricist of the rock band Rush. He was known to fans by the nickname 'The Professor', [2] derived from the Gilligan's Island character of the same name. [3]
Jan 11, 2020 · Neil Peart, whose virtuoso chops and artful lyrics propelled his band Rush to global stardom and sealed his place as one of the greatest drummers in rock music, has died. He was 67.
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Bio. Neil Peart was born September 12, 1952, in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, and first lived on the family dairy farm, near Hagersville. After the family moved to nearby St. Catharines, Neil began drum lessons at age thirteen, studying with local teacher Don George, then played in a succession of rock bands.
Jan 10, 2020 · Neil Peart, one of rock's greatest ever drummers, passed away from brain cancer in 2020. He played with Rush for 45 years and was known for his technical proficiency and animated live performances.
Jan 10, 2020 · Neil Peart, drummer and lyricist for Canadian rock band Rush, has died from brain cancer aged 67. The musician, considered one of rock's greatest ever drummers, died on Tuesday in Santa Monica,...
Jan 10, 2020 · The Hall of Fame musician, who was known for his virtuosity and literate lyrics, passed away at age 67 after a three-year battle with glioblastoma. He joined Rush in 1974 and became one of rock's greatest drummers, influencing generations of fans and peers.
Jan 10, 2020 · Neil Peart, the pyrotechnical drummer and high-concept lyricist for the Canadian progressive-rock trio Rush, died on Tuesday in Santa Monica, Calif. He was 67. The cause was brain...
