Rush drummer and lyricist Neil Peart expired this week at the age of 67 after having a struggle with brain cancer. Many musicians responded to the influential drummer’s passing by discussing tributes and condolences to get Peart.
Hurry ’so called Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson posted a notice in reaction to Peart’s death, writing in role, “It really is with hearts that were broken and the deepest sadness that we have to discuss the terrible news on Tuesday our friend, soul brother and band mate of over 45 years, Neil, has dropped his incredibly brave three and a half year struggle with brain cancer (Glioblastoma). ”
Peart’s impact on musicians — especially drummers genres and — spanned generations. His command of lyrics and the drum kit will continue to inspire, and inspired listeners around the planet. Below is a collection of tributes to Peart shared with many of those admirers of the musician that is one-of-a-kind:
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Neil Peart September 12, 1952 – January 7, 2020
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Rest in peace, my brother. 💔
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We’t. However, his influence and legacy will live on forever in the hearts of music fans in Canada and across the world. RIP Neil Peart. 🇨🇦
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) January 11, 2020
Rest easy Neil Peart. A true Canadian superstar and musical genius. #rush #NeilPeart
— Robbie Robertson (@r0bbier0berts0n) January 11, 2020
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"Another genius has abandoned the planet. Not enough is said about sway and the ability of #NeilPeart. That he was unparalleled, blasting doors that are open into the realms of fresh percussive stratospheres. As a lyricist that he was similar to the Ray Bradbury of stone, penning rhymes that evoke imagery tactile and cerebral. He was a pensive intellect whom I admired and looked around. I laughed together, was quite fortunate to have played with him rode together at excessive speeds in one of the vehicles. I m still trying to fathom how he is going to be missed. " – Les Claypool Photo taken May 4, 1992, post-show at Rotterdam, NL. The date of the European summit of the Roll The Bones tour. I'd handed Neal my fly fishing bandana after one of our backstage jams.
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Damn 📷 @rosshalfin
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Neil you did this, you really did it up right. Loved to watch you play. Loved to sense that the groove. Bon Voyage, Mickey
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RIP Neil Peart. Fan-made Dose decal. #govtmule #ripneilpeart
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Cannot find the words to say how much this guy influenced my musical world. Neil was my drumming God. Hours and the countless hours I spent emulating everything he did. Learning every song, note for note. His job seeker, musicality and enthusiasm for his craft will probably continue to inform approach my playing as I live. Thank you #neilpeart for the inspiration and magic you shared with the world. #oneofakind
A article shared with Joe Russo (@joeyjoeyrusso) on Jan 11, 2020 at 5:26am PST
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Neil of course affected me in my drumming years… Like many young drummers at the time I would purchase Rush records and attempt to figure out what he was playing… I would look at all of the magazine stories and ads and marvel along his incredible kits… BUT… I believe I was even more influenced by him more recently…Not by his drumming itself, although by his work ethic, and his ongoing push to always be the best that he might be. I never had the honor of fulfilling Neil… But I really did get the privilege of seeing this kit as they were planning it at DW and Drum Channel. I was impressed that he would consistently come in by himself and seeking to get a month or so until they would even begin excursion rehearsals… He was attentive to detail in is drumming, his kit, his lyrics and his craft. He’therefore made an impact on me for years but recently he’therefore made me want to continue to attempt and improve at everything I do each step along the way, to keep studying and to continually be at my finest. Neil, you were an immeasurable influence on all of us for such a long time, and you will continue to be. All I can say is Thank You. You’ll Be missed immensely…
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Neil has been a god who influenced generations of musicians. He was a kind hearted guy who moved out of the way to commend fellow drummers. I’ll always be inspired by his search to find out as much as possible and forever travel to get a musician. Rip brother Neil.
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I’m yearning t spend the day air drumming. R.I.P. Neil Peart. Just what a craftsman, That dude fucking shredded.
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Me inspired in so many ways. Sad to see him go. BWe have to find that treatment for cancer #NeilPeart #RIPNeilPeart #rushBand #CancerResearch #GhostRider pic.twitter.com/vFKWf6ao06
— Stefan Lessard (@SLessard) January 11, 2020
Rest In Peace Neil Peart. Sad to listen.
— Peter Frampton (@peterframpton) January 10, 2020
RIP Neil Peart drummer for Canadian rock band #Rush Condolences to his Loved Ones and fellow band members Geddy and Alex #Rush #neilpeart
— Bryan Adams (@bryanadams) January 10, 2020
Rush embodied Rock & Roll did precisely what they needed to. NO COMPROMISE.Love them – or not. RESPECT is completely due.Neil Peart rebuilt Heart.Mind.Body. To some seamless whole.R.I.P.
— Vernon Reid (@vurnt22) January 11, 2020
Regrettably Neil Peart passed out. One of the best drummers of all time. One of the founding members of one of the greatest Rock n Roll bands of all time. Rush @ZildjianCompany @EvansDrumheads @vicfirth @HumesandBerg
— KennyAronoff (@AronoffOFFICIAL) January 10, 2020
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THANKYOU #NeilPeart for the Unparalleled, Unsurpassed, Unbelievable drumming. Rest In Peace maestro. #Rush
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I just heard about Neil Peart passing. I feel bad that he was too young. Neil was that he and one of the drummers ’ll be missed. Love & mercy to Neil’s household. — Brian
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…dude…fu%+in Neil The GAWD. All respect on account of the legend. RIP.
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Rest easy Brother Neil 🥁
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Joining everyone on being severely saddened by Neil Peart passing on… that he created a completely different world for a lot of us. 🙏🏽 RIP Professor
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Neil Peart. R.I.P. Thanks for everything you gave us. We might never have loved you . pic.twitter.com/efw2Lw0a19
— Adam Sandler (@AdamSandler) January 11, 2020
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When I played drums as a kid before switching to guitar I moved through a enormous RUSH period largely due to Neil Peart’s drumming. I won’t ever forget playing drums into my ldquo;Exit Stage Left” tape along with my Walkman on. Thanks for helping shape my base. Rest Easy Neil.
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Lots of cats within our band sure grew up together with your group. Rest easy Brother Neil.
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The master will likely soon be missed – Neil Peart RIP #RushForever
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Sad to listen of Neil Peart passing. RIP. pic.twitter.com/2iMWJq1uoo
— Geezer Butler (@geezerbutler) January 10, 2020
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RIP, Neil. I spoke a lot of shit about Rush for a very long moment. But I loved you guys. Your drumming will continually become a source of inspiration for me on degrees that are existential and so many actual. #neilpeart #rush #rushband
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RIP into the finest of all time. Neil Peart has passed away at the age of 67 after fighting cancer… #NeilPeart #Rush #AXSTV #Drummer
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See how it sings like a sad heart And joyously screams out its pain Sounds that build high like a mountain Or notes that fall gently like rain- Heavy hearts now. He was a drummer and in fact a killer Lyricist also. RIP Neil Peart
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RIP Neil Peart
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Rest In Peace, Neil…
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Thank you Neil. Thanks for inspiring me and for all your assistance and tips along the way, especially in the early times if you took the opportunity to talk to a young green Danish drummer concerning documenting, equipment and the possibilities which lay ahead… Thank you for everything you did for drummers all over the world with your passion, your approach, your principles and your unwavering commitment to the tool! Rest In Peace.
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RIP into some master 💔 #neilpeart https://t.co/B8ssS79tRS
— Kirk Hammett (@KirkHammett) January 10, 2020
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On the passing of Neil Peart, please allow me to add my voice to the chorus in this unbelievable singer and musician. His influence upon the Smashing Pumpkins is indelible: providing us wings to soar and a road map to discover our own way. There isn't a rock drummer living who t discovered him, and spoken his title which 's reserved for the few. And as a lyricist, Mr. Peart is without compare. I am forever in his debt, and humbled to say that though I never met , I feel I knew him as a friend. That brings to mind his great line, 'I can't pretend that a stranger is a long-awaited friend…' May God embrace you, Neil, as His own RIP -William
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Inductee Neil Peart's carefully-crafted, accuracy drumming and virtuosic solos compelled fans to air-drum along to his impeccable fills during his iconic live performances, while his deep lyrics explored everything from individualism into mythology-steeped fantasies. A drummer’s drummer, Peart’s gifts to #Rush catapulted the ring and prog rock itself.
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Our team at Remo Inc. is profoundly saddened to find out about the passing of the visionary rock icon Neil Peart. We are forever grateful to utilize such a monumental influence in drumming throughout his profession. Our thoughts and condolences are with Neil’s household, bandmates, and loved ones. ⠀ ⠀ Neil Peart Sept. 12, 1952 — Jan. 7, 2020
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“If you’t got a issue, take it out to a drum. ” RIP Neil ❤️❤️❤️
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PEART* 😭⚡️🥁🌀
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At the conclusion of a loony @rockhall night in 2013 at which @rushtheband & @PublicEnemyFTP were inducted. It was just myself & Neil PEart lonely talkin & laughing low in relief that the very long night was table backstage sharing a moment that is special without much word. Rest in Beats my man
— Chuck D (@MrChuckD) January 10, 2020
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🥁❤️🥁 Few drummers moved so many musicians and non-musicians alike. I certainly had a nice long Peart stage, and while people frequently talk about his extravagant kit or chops, it was his orchestral believing, musicality, gentle thoughtful speech, and deep love and enthusiasm for drummers and drumming that inspired me the most as a teenager and in my life as an adult drummer. Thanks for the inspiration and for helping to start me on this course. Rest easy, Neil. ❤️🥁❤️
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Rest in power into one of the best drummers the planet has ever known. 💔 RIP Neil Peart.
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Our hearts have been brokenup. 💔 Rest in bliss, Neil Peart.
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So sad to hear about the passing of Neil Peart, an unbelievable musician. Our thoughts are with friends and his loved ones. Perform @rush and perform ‘em! 🧡
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He was amusing, too.
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Rest In peace, my adventurous friend. Neil Peart has abandoned us.
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RIP Neil Peart, legendary Rush drummer & lyricist. You influenced many.
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Dang- RIP Neil Peart. Not only one of my favorite lyricists, but also the clearly magnificent drummer. – Andy #individualism
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