Rush drummer Neil Peart has passed

[KS63]

My favorite drummer of all time and ironically, I was just watching some live performances on YouTube today of Rush. Sad day for music.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/neil-peart-rush-obituary-936221/amp/

[Gman]

Oh, no....

My favorite drummer as well. I knew they decided to put an end to Rush, but I didn't realize that he was suffering from brain cancer. Such a smart man that was driven to always improve his craft and had so much tragedy in his life.

[brutal]

RIP

Sad indeed.

[KevDen2005]

Sad day

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6lgMBiiFnw

[Gman]

One of my favorite interviews on CBC from 7 years ago:

http://youtu.be/q_mKr28G7og

[Rucker61]

Oh, no....

My favorite drummer as well. I knew they decided to put an end to Rush, but I didn't realize that he was suffering from brain cancer. Such a smart man that was driven to always improve his craft and had so much tragedy in his life.

I doubt anyone outside of immediate family and friends knew. He seemed to be a very private individual.

[Gman]

I doubt anyone outside of immediate family and friends knew. He seemed to be a very private individual.
Yeah, in hindsight it makes a lot of sense for why Rush decided to hang it up.

Another cool interview:

http://youtu.be/JWyeMA78EEk

"Extroverts don't understand introverts."

[Zundfolge]

So sad to hear. One of my favorite drummers if nothing else for all my other favorite drummers that he inspired.

[Rucker61]

A sort of tribute:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jr8BtQRUVq8

[3beansalad]

I hope he has found eternal peace, and is clutching Selena and Jackie at this moment.

He was a truly amazing musician, and will continue to inspire others forever.

[iego]

I was introduced to Rush (among others) in one of my best friend's basement here in Denver when I moved here in 1980'ish. Playing pool, smoking umm, something, listening to albums, etc. Over the years I was lucky enough to see them multiple times at Red Rocks, Fiddler's Green, etc. I loved that many of their songs have influences from Ayn Rand, etc. Fabulous music, fabulous band.

The first time I listened to 2112 (the album, including B side), on head-phones, was just mind blowing.

RIP

-John

[GilpinGuy]

Holy crap. My favorite drummer and one of my top bands of all time.

RIP Professor.

[thvigil11]

Anatomy of a drum solo was mind blowing. And I'm not even a drummer. I highly suggest watching for anyone who hasn't.

RIP

[Great-Kazoo]

I was introduced to Rush (among others) in one of my best friend's basement here in Denver when I moved here in 1980'ish. Playing pool, smoking umm, something, listening to albums, etc. Over the years I was lucky enough to see them multiple times at Red Rocks, Fiddler's Green, etc. I loved that many of their songs have influences from Ayn Rand, etc. Fabulous music, fabulous band.

The first time I listened to 2112 (the album, including B side), on head-phones, was just mind blowing.

RIP

-John

Saw them when they were the opening act for Styx. Amazing concert, Styx had to kick it up a few to match the opening acts set.












I watched "something about rush, some time ago and there was a portion devoted to him. When he took off on his mc after iirc, his kid died. Interesting sotry of the band and it's members

[Tim K]

I don’t get emotional about the passing of celebrities, but I gotta admit I’m sad today. I had a lot of fun in the 80’s with Rush in the background. I learned to drive at (and sometimes over) the edge listening to Red Barchetta. Even today while driving my truck with an automatic transmission the lyrics “shifting and drifting” rattle around in my brain if I’m hurrying around a corner.

Rest in peace, Mr Pert. I hope you are in the arms of your wife and daughter.

[BPTactical]

The world is a lesser place.

Thanks for the wonderful gift and talent you shared with us Neal.

[Gman]

http://youtu.be/0eNKVf3Qw6M

In hindsight, this makes more sense to me now:

http://youtu.be/cNJtrqb4Pl0

[iego]

https://youtu.be/quBCjo2rUZg

[BPTactical]

What can this thing be that I have found
When I touch it, it brings forth a sound.....

[iego]

What can this strange device be?
When I touch it, it gives forth a sound
It's got wires that vibrate and give music
What can this thing be that I found?

-John

[iego]

He's found a guitar. :)

-John

[GilpinGuy]

One of my favorite songs of all time written by Neil many years ago with a message that it so true today:

A Farewell to Kings

When they turn the pages of history
When these days have passed long ago
Will they read of us with sadness
For the seeds that we let grow?

We turned our gaze
From the castles in the distance
Eyes cast down
On the path of least resistance

Cities full of hatred
Fear and lies
Withered hearts
And cruel, tormented eyes

Scheming demons
Dressed in kingly guise
Beating down the multitude
And scoffing at the wise

The hypocrites are slandering
The sacred halls of truth
Ancient nobles showering
Their bitterness on youth

Can't we find
The minds that made us strong?
Oh can't we learn
To feel what's right and what's wrong? What's wrong

Cities full of hatred
Fear and lies
Withered hearts
And cruel, tormented eyes

Scheming demons
Dressed in kingly guise
Beating down the multitude
And scoffing at the wise

Whoa can't we raise our eyes
And make a start?
Can't we find the minds
To lead us closer to the heart?

[fj605]

I was waiting for my daughter to arrive the last time they were in Denver.

[Gman]

"7 females at a Rush concert. Must be some kind of a world record."

http://youtu.be/AutiV46dbyk

[Justin]

Glad I got to see them up in Denver during their 40 year tour.

Was a great show.

[Ah Pook]

R.I.P. Neal. [rockon]

I'm a fan of their earlier music. Saw them WAY back in '81. Still one of my favorite shows.

[Hoser]

Ginger Baker a couple months ago and now Neil. So sad.