Neil Peart Passes Away : The World Reacts

Neil Peart September 12, 1952 – January 7, 2020 pic.twitter.com/NivX2RhiB8

— Rush (@rushtheband) January 10, 2020

Rush's Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson have issued a statement on the death of their "friend, soul brother and band mate" Neil Peart https://t.co/G3RA1mHLev pic.twitter.com/BU5fREWtBy

— Rolling Stone (@RollingStone) January 10, 2020

Neil Peart, the drummer and lyricist for Canadian rock band Rush has died at age 67 after battling brain cancer, his family said https://t.co/EJhDHjI35G pic.twitter.com/SNhBbTLgqz

— CNN Breaking News (@cnnbrk) January 10, 2020

Neil Peart, drummer and lyricist for Rush and one of the most legendary instrumentalists in rock history, died in California on Tuesday after a battle with brain cancer https://t.co/l1nMk8ZbhY

— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) January 10, 2020

RIP Neil Peart – his lyrics and licks as RUSH's drummer will live eternal shaking the pillars of existence. Rock on! pic.twitter.com/4p5MkG88Pc

— Harry Knowles (@headgeek666) January 10, 2020

Neil Peart has died. A decade ago I wrote a piece about the (then) Rush renaissance and how deeply (and quietly) Rush fandom has penetrated every aspect of civic life. https://t.co/5vfI7osd7I

— chris borrelli (@borrelli) January 10, 2020

Sad news about the death of Rush drummer Neil Peart. He could seriously play. Not many people know that he was also an author and wrote a number of travel books. pic.twitter.com/6IIAd3t7pG

— AbeBooks (@AbeBooks) January 10, 2020

Peart was first inspired to become a drummer after watching the movie, 'The Gene Krupa Story.'

"Drumming completely eclipsed my life from age 13, when I started drum lessons," Peart told @MorningEdition. "Everything disappeared." https://t.co/wEYAvEjBgW

— NPR Music (@nprmusic) January 10, 2020

Rest in Peace Neil Peart, legendary drummer and lyricist for RUSH. pic.twitter.com/XJo9eAxmiP

— Live Nation W Canada (@livenationwest) January 10, 2020

In 2012, Neil Peart spoke to us about Rush’s concept record, their increased presence in pop culture and more https://t.co/dlooDEixff pic.twitter.com/MDbteR9xBG

— Rolling Stone (@RollingStone) January 10, 2020

I just heard about Neil Peart passing. I feel real bad about this – he was way too young. Neil was one of the great drummers and he’ll be missed. Love & mercy to Neil’s family.
– Brian pic.twitter.com/T5qjECWX1W

— Brian Wilson (@BrianWilsonLive) January 10, 2020

An aerial view of Rush drummer Neil Peart's set.

A beauty to behold. pic.twitter.com/oIUpgw32Ib

— CBC Music (@CBCMusic) January 10, 2020

So sad to hear of the passing of Neil Peart, the legendary drummer for @rushtheband. He was absolutely amazing!!! So glad I had the chance to see and hear him play a few times. RIP Neil… pic.twitter.com/rpi7xwJrq5

— Ralph Sheheen (@ralphsheheen) January 10, 2020

So sad to hear about Neil Peart passing. My deepest condolences to his family, friends and fans. #NeilPeart pic.twitter.com/B8tM4ZcIQQ

— Tommy Thayer (@tommy_thayer) January 10, 2020

It absolutely breaks my heart to pieces to get the news of the passing of one of my greatest heroes of all time. #RIPNeilPeart My deepest condolences to the band, crew & family. Rest In Peace my friend. You will always be my hero 😓
For further thoughts: https://t.co/kg0StEx0EB pic.twitter.com/KnmalW5PLD

— Mike Portnoy 🤘 (@MikePortnoy) January 10, 2020

Why Neil Peart was one of the greatest drummers of all time https://t.co/nla4drh7c8 pic.twitter.com/d6cGfMqELB

— Rolling Stone (@RollingStone) January 10, 2020

We are very saddened to hear of Neil Peart’s passing. All our love to the family ❤

— The Tragically Hip (@thehipdotcom) January 10, 2020

At the end of a crazy @rockhall night in 2013 where @rushtheband & @PublicEnemyFTP were inducted. It was just myself & Neil PEart alone talkin & laughing low in relief the long night was over-a small table backstage sharing a unique moment without much word. Rest in Beats my man

— Chuck D (@MrChuckD) January 10, 2020

Really sorry to hear about Neil Peart’s passing. He was an amazing drummer and made a huge ccontribution to Rock music. All my best to Alex and Geddy.

— Tom Hamilton (@THaerosmith) January 10, 2020

What a sad day for the musicians world Neil Peart dead at 67. Rush's music influenced me and so many musicians as a composer, lyricist and rocks most meticulous drummer ever.
Thank you Neil ! pic.twitter.com/M9a8fkSVE9

— Mark Slaughter (@markslaughter33) January 10, 2020

We lost one of the greatest- if not THE greatest drummer ever … the amazing Neil Peart of Rush. Wishing his family love and healing and for them to know his gift to us all will live on forever. 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻

— Carnie Wilson (@CarnieWilson) January 10, 2020