Friday, January 10, 2020

The Working Man Finally Rests

Neil Peart died today of brain cancer.  He was 67 years old.  He was simply one of the best drummers who ever lived. Here is some of his best work.  Enjoy.










Posted by Kingfish at 4:42 PM

17 comments:

Anonymous said...

White ppl music aint hittin on shit but this white boys drum sample packs in Pro Tools is dope as fuck

January 10, 2020 at 5:22 PM
Anonymous said...

NEIL Peart was a brilliant man, a great musician and a better friend - rest in peace my friend.

January 10, 2020 at 5:48 PM
Anonymous said...

Not only as a performer, but as a composer he and Stewart Copeland are two of the best.

January 10, 2020 at 6:24 PM
Anonymous said...

I always regarded him as the absolute best; his dedication, skill, and technical detail were unbelievable. YYZ--...who would think to turn Morse code for the Toronto Airport into a rhythm?

January 10, 2020 at 7:03 PM
Anonymous said...

As a drummer for the past 40+ years, I have studied and appreciated the work of many fine percussionists. Neil Peart is without any doubt the best drummer of my lifetime. His command of his massive drum kit was magical to watch. Sorry to hear we lost him.

January 10, 2020 at 9:16 PM
1962guy said...

Occasionally, we (as mortal souls) receive the blessing of seeing some of our creators best work.

Mr. Peart was on that list.

January 10, 2020 at 9:26 PM
Anonymous said...

Not “one of” the best.

He was the best drummer who ever lived. Baker, Bonham and Moon are/we’re all great, but a respectable distance behind Neil Peart.

January 11, 2020 at 6:08 AM
Anonymous said...

Phil Collins is wayyyy better

This guy was meh

January 11, 2020 at 8:08 AM
Anonymous said...

Put them in your own order:

Neil Peart
Danny Carey
Taylor Hakins
John Bonham
Stewart Copeland

January 11, 2020 at 9:07 AM
Anonymous said...

Actually, he passed away on January 7th. Geddy and Alex were just really good at respecting his wishes. In addition to an amazing drummer, he was a perfectionist and an amazing lyricist. He was soft spoken and didn't care much for the limelight (no pun intended). He read all the time and endured tragedy many others have and never will have to face. RIP Neil. This one hit me kinda' hard.

January 11, 2020 at 9:14 AM
Anonymous said...

Drummers and bass players rarely recieve the respect that they deserve. But they are usually the most talented members of any band.
https://youtu.be/VEBiszeabkg

January 11, 2020 at 10:09 AM
Anonymous said...

Best drummer ever. Interesting guy that had tragedy later in his life as both his daughter and wife died just months apart.

Glad to have seen him in 2015, New Orleans.

January 11, 2020 at 10:48 AM
Kingfish said...

Ever heard of one Carl Palmer?

January 11, 2020 at 10:55 AM
WMH said...

Still remember the day in 1976 when my best friend called me over and said, " You've got to hear this!" It was Rush 2112. Been a fan ever since. Saw them for the first time in Birmingham, AL at the old City Auditorium in 1980. Somewhere along the way I've gotten old, but their music is timeless. Thanks, Professor, for the words and music.

And, Kingfish, yeah I remember him. I was there at the Coliseum, Oct 25, 1977 when ELP came to town. Good Times....

January 11, 2020 at 12:12 PM
Anonymous said...

Got to see them twice in the nineties. They played 2112 in its entirety at the second. Wonderful. RIP, Neil.

January 12, 2020 at 9:58 AM
Anonymous said...

Its great to see all the real fans come out and celebrate his life- its really everywhere, TV, NFL games, news programs etc.. I always knew they were the best under the radar fandom on earth- Way bigger than the Beatles in many ways- like emotional impact, lessons

There is an interview on XM right now replayed from 2015- he is so incredibly nice, calm, decent, giving, gentle, and brilliant.

January 13, 2020 at 5:24 PM
Snare said...

Here's more you may not know...

https://www.google.com/search?sa=X&q=neil+peart+motorcycle&tbm=isch&source=univ&client=firefox-b-1-d&ved=2ahUKEwimlOCYjoPnAhUlB50JHTVpCskQ7Al6BAgFEDM&biw=1280&bih=587

January 14, 2020 at 6:42 AM

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