Neil Peart

Neil Peart was a renowned drummer, lyricist, and novelist, best known for being the drummer and lyricist of the progressive rock band Rush.

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Profession :

Drummer

Birthday :

September 12, 1952

Star Sign :

Virgo

Death Date:

January 10, 2020

Age :

67

Birthplace :

Hamilton, Canada

The late Neil Peart, renowned Rush drummer, was celebrated for his intricate and technically proficient drumming style, earning him a reputation as one of rock history’s greatest drummers. As an accomplished author, Peart penned several books, such as his memoir “Ghost Rider: Travels on the Healing Road” and “The Masked Rider: Cycling in West Africa.” He also produced solo albums like “Burning for Buddy: A Tribute to the Music of Buddy Rich” and “The Anatomy of a Drum Solo.” Throughout his career, Peart received numerous accolades, including induction into the Modern Drummer Hall of Fame and a lifetime achievement award from the Society of Composers, Authors, and Music Publishers of Canada. An avid motorcyclist, he documented his journeys in “Ghost Rider: Travels on the Healing Road.” Peart was also a passionate ice hockey fan, supporting the St. Louis Blues and Toronto Maple Leafs. Sadly, he passed away on January 7, 2020, at 67 years old after a lengthy battle with brain cancer.