Neil Peart, The Professor

[Hopweaver]

Sad news about Neil's passing. I have been a Rush fan for over 30 years. And never missed a tour since my first one in 1988. It has been a few days since the news broke, and I still struggle with losing one of my heroes. He truly was a professor on the drums. When Rush quit touring in 2015 I always hoped they would come out of retirement one day.

[cabfrank]

Sad indeed. Way way back in the day, early in high school, I saw RUSH in concert. I thought then, and it hasn't been surpassed, that his drum solo was the best I had ever heard. I had no idea of how talented he was, just that it was a fantastic solo. Years later I realized it should have come as no surprise. I also forgot, until reading about his unfortunate passing, that he was the main lyricist. I always just assumed it was Geddy Lee. Peart definitely left his mark on the music of his era, in a fantastic way.

[TkoK83Spy]

Look up Aaron Kitcher if you want to see some pretty incredible drumming... the style may not be everybody's cup of tea, but you have to respect this guys ability!

4:40 mark to really blow your mind with his speed.


https://youtu.be/-L6dFJj ... rt_radio=1

[legOFwhat?]

There was a really good documentary about Rush a few years ago, I'm going to have to find and watch that again.

Edit: Beyond the Lighted Stage is the name of it and it looks like it's on YT.

[Larry_Mott]

If you get the chance, watch "Beyond the lighted stage", a really good documentary about Rush (I've been a huge fan since 1975)
Neils passing made me really sad, i can't seem to get my head around it. I knew Rush would most likely never play as a band again, but now it is definite since they have all said that Rush is Neil, Alex and Geddy - or nothing.
May he rest in peace, i will never forget him for as long as i live!

[Larry_Mott]

There was a really good documentary about Rush a few years ago, I'm going to have to find and watch that again.

Edit: Beyond the Lighted Stage is the name of it and it looks like it's on YT.

That's funny, wrote my post and clicked submit, then i answered a PM on Facebook, came back here and saw it was not published. Thought i might have forgotten to press submit, but most likely your post was published during me writing mine :)
Anyways, agree on "beyonf the lighted stage"!
Also, the Rush in Rio DVD has a "documentary section" that is also fun to watch.

[legOFwhat?]

great minds think alike.

[rangefinder]

Peart was also an avid motorcyclist:

https://www.cycleworld.com/hundred-mile ... eil-peart/

[SkullBouncer]

RIP Neil, you are sorely missed. After my initial exposure to 2112, I have followed the band compulsively back then as a budding drummer. I can honestly say that this man, the band -- changed my life. He has always been my main percussion influence over all these years (not that I'll ever hold a candle to Neil on my best day. Don't get me wrong -- I'm pretty good in my own rite, but not quite 'professor good' -- I'll be chasing that brilliant star to the day I am no longer able to play).

I believe he was 'Non Religious'; I am Spiritualistic and I'm okay with that.

My thoughts are with the families and all other loyal fans in this incredibly tough time.

SB / BRUCE

[Sharp Guy]

There was a really good documentary about Rush a few years ago, I'm going to have to find and watch that again.

Edit: Beyond the Lighted Stage is the name of it and it looks like it's on YT.

Thanks! I found the full version on Netflix

Sad news about Neil Peart. Been a big Rush fan since the 80's. Sad thing is, of all the bands I've seen play over the years I never got to see Rush.

[benben]

My first Rush concert was in 1982, I think I correct in saying I've seen Rush 10 times? My take on Neil is he's absolutely the best drummer ever, at least in my mind, but........the thing that a lot of people don't know or understand, he's one of the best music / lyric songwriters ever, the guy was a genius! What it must have been like to be inside his head at the peak of his musical career? You're a legend Neil, thanks for sharing your talents with us!

[benben]

RIP Neil, you are sorely missed. After my initial exposure to 2112, I have followed the band compulsively back then as a budding drummer. I can honestly say that this man, the band -- changed my life. He has always been my main percussion influence over all these years (not that I'll ever hold a candle to Neil on my best day. Don't get me wrong -- I'm pretty good in my own rite, but not quite 'professor good' -- I'll be chasing that brilliant star to the day I am no longer able to play).

I believe he was 'Non Religious'; I am Spiritualistic and I'm okay with that.

My thoughts are with the families and all other loyal fans in this incredibly tough time.

SB / BRUCE

Great post Skull, all day yesterday at work I was "YouTubing" some old Rush live videos and songs! Musical magic, brings back tons of great memories!
This is a great video!
https://youtu.be/YSToKcbWz1k

[Doc Dan]

Back in the day I was a huge Rush fan. It’s sad he passed.

[SkullBouncer]

RIP Neil, you are sorely missed. After my initial exposure to 2112, I have followed the band compulsively back then as a budding drummer. I can honestly say that this man, the band -- changed my life. He has always been my main percussion influence over all these years (not that I'll ever hold a candle to Neil on my best day. Don't get me wrong -- I'm pretty good in my own rite, but not quite 'professor good' -- I'll be chasing that brilliant star to the day I am no longer able to play).

I believe he was 'Non Religious'; I am Spiritualistic and I'm okay with that.

My thoughts are with the families and all other loyal fans in this incredibly tough time.

SB / BRUCE

Great post Skull, all day yesterday at work I was "YouTubing" some old Rush live videos and songs! Musical magic, brings back tons of great memories!
This is a great video!
https://youtu.be/YSToKcbWz1k

Yessir, that would be on Rush's 30th Anniversary DVD simply named R30. Loving that band till the end of time. :cool:

SB / BRUCE

[dan31]

Phenomenal Musician! RIP

[bearrowland]

I agree. RIP Neil.

[JD Spydo]

Sorry to hear of his passing. It still blows me away that virtually all of the Rolling Stones are still living :eek:

Every time RUSH came here to KC, MO USA they sold out each time. Again my condolences for his family and fans.

[SkullBouncer]

Look up Aaron Kitcher if you want to see some pretty incredible drumming... the style may not be everybody's cup of tea, but you have to respect this guys ability!

4:40 mark to really blow your mind with his speed.


https://youtu.be/-L6dFJj ... rt_radio=1

Holy Sheepdip -- it's my cup of tea Now!

Hahaha that was BEYOND brutal! :D

Thanks for that -- he'll be remembered!

-- SB / Bruce

[TkoK83Spy]

Look up Aaron Kitcher if you want to see some pretty incredible drumming... the style may not be everybody's cup of tea, but you have to respect this guys ability!

4:40 mark to really blow your mind with his speed.


https://youtu.be/-L6dFJj ... rt_radio=1

Holy Sheepdip -- it's my cup of tea Now!

Hahaha that was BEYOND brutal! :D

Thanks for that -- he'll be remembered!

-- SB / Bruce

I didn't mean to hijack this thread or take away anything from Neal, but I had just finished watching that incredible drum play through with a buddy at work and then saw this thread. Figured anybody that's into some great drumming skills may appreciate it :cool: