WhoTom Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/neil-peart-rush-obituary-936221 5 Quote
Lurker Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 Whoa. He kept that on the down low. RIP... Quote
RaoulDuke79 Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 Legendary ......may he RIP. There are few things in this world that sound worse than brain cancer. Quote
DC Tom Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 Well...*****. At least now he's with his first wife and daughter. RIP, Professor. 2 Quote
apuszczalowski Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 Wow, just saw this, said it happened Tuesday? He has had some issues in the past. Wonder if it was similar to Gord Downies cancer? Quote
Gugny Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 (edited) @JÂy RÛßeÒ RIP to a phenomenal drummer and person. This man endured so much pain and suffering. I hope he is at peace and with his family. Edited January 11, 2020 by Gugny 3 Quote
WhoTom Posted January 10, 2020 Author Posted January 10, 2020 Glad I got to see Rush when I had the chance. At least Neil lived to see the band get inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. (Although I'm guessing it didn't matter much to him - he wasn't into the whole fame thing.) Quote
J-GunJoshAllen17 Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 For me this is much worse the than Bills playoff loss. I'm am ***** heart broken. 2 Quote
BillsFanNC Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 I'm ***** floored. Awful. Guy was a musical hero to me. RIP Professor 1 Quote
Foxx Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 whoa! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWRMOJQDiLU 1 Quote
RochesterRob Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 Born and raised just across the Niagara River in St Catherine's, ONT. Pretty modest background plus humble who worked at a farm implement dealership before fame came calling. Most rock stars I would not give two cents for but the guy seemed like a high quality person. Quote
DC Tom Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 He died Tuesday, and they kept it secret until today? That is the most Peart-ish thing imaginable. 11 minutes ago, Foxx said: whoa! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWRMOJQDiLU There's a video out there that's just the overhead view of his drumming live in "Subdivisions." It's unbelievable. I think I commented that the only reason he could do what he does is because no one told him it was impossible. Buddy Rich was better...but I'm still a much bigger Peart fan. 1 3 Quote
row_33 Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 RIP, sad to lose another one. He and Moonie were the two best I saw live. Quote
Foxx Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 5 minutes ago, DC Tom said: He died Tuesday, and they kept it secret until today? That is the most Peart-ish thing imaginable. There's a video out there that's just the overhead view of his drumming live in "Subdivisions." It's unbelievable. I think I commented that the only reason he could do what he does is because no one told him it was impossible. Buddy Rich was better...but I'm still a much bigger Peart fan. this one? was the only one i could find that would possibly fit what you are saying here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQmz494XBkg Quote
RaoulDuke79 Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 In no particular order my top 5 drummers" Neil Peart Carter Beauford Danny Carey John Bonham Dave Lombardo 1 1 Quote
BillsFanNC Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 Band statement.. It is with broken hearts and the deepest sadness that we must share the terrible news that on Tuesday our friend, soul brother and band mate of over 45 years, Neil, has lost his incredibly brave three and a half year battle with brain cancer (Glioblastoma). We ask that friends, fans, and media alike understandably respect the family’s need for privacy and peace at this extremely painful and difficult time. Those wishing to express their condolences can choose a cancer research group or charity of their choice and make a donation in Neil Peart's name. Rest in peace brother. Neil Peart September 12, 1952 - January 7, 2020 2 2 Quote
Gugny Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 53 minutes ago, WhoTom said: Glad I got to see Rush when I had the chance. At least Neil lived to see the band get inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. (Although I'm guessing it didn't matter much to him - he wasn't into the whole fame thing.) Brought my son to see them in Montreal during the R:40 tour (their last). My son is a guitarist and bassist; I told him I wanted him to see two of the best while it was still possible. So glad we did. It was a great show. 2 Quote
Reed83HOF Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 sigh. I get every generations loses the greats, but there really aren't many (if any) up and comers. True musical talent is slowly leaving this earth Quote
sodbuster Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 I'm embarrassed to admit that this hit me harder than the loss of a few family members. As much as he may have been uncomfortable with it, the dude left a mark on a lot of people. Quote
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