Neil Peart, drummer for the Canadian band Rush, has died at the age of 67. (AP)
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Rush drummer Neal Peart dead at 67
Jan 10, 2020 | 2:44 PM
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Neil Peart, the legendary drummer of iconic Canadian band Rush, has died. He was 67.
The influential musician and lyricist died Tuesday in Santa Monica, Calif., after having been diagnosed with brain cancer, according to a statement issued Friday by a family spokesperson.
Peart made up one-third of Rush, the popular progressive rock band, along with bassist and singer Geddy Lee and guitarist Alex Lifeson.
Peart was widely considered one of the best drummers in rock history. He was also Rush’s primary songwriter. He joined the band in 1974 and was with Rush through to the end of their final tour in 2015.
