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January 10th, 2020

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Neil Peart, Drummer of Prog-Rock Legends Rush, Passes Away at 67

Peart passed way after a lengthy battle with brain cancer

Neil Peart, drummer and lyricist of the legendary progressive rock band Rush, passed away on January 7 in Santa Monica, California. Peart, who had retired from professional drumming, had been battling brain cancer for the last couple of years. 

Known for his precise drumming and incredible stamina, Peart was renowned among drummers as a true original. Early in his career, Peart was heavily influenced by hard rock, but as time wore on he brought in jazz and swing influences that made his work stand out. 

Not only was Peart the drummer for Rush, but he also was the primary lyricist. Many of his lyrics have literary inspiration, including from the genres of science fiction and fantasy. His lyrics also often referenced his political beliefs which leaned towards libertarianism. 

In his time, Peart influenced an entire generation of drummers. He will be missed greatly.

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Neil Peart September 12, 1952 – January 7, 2020

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Neil Peart, the drummer and lyricist of progressive rock band Rush, has died. Get more information in the link in our bio. — by Fin Costello/Redferns — #rush #rock #rockmusic #neilpeart #ripneilpeart

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As one of the most beloved bands of all time, you won’t be surprised to learn that there are tons of people with Rush tattoos. You’ll find a gallery of them below. 

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Super cool #rushtattoo for the ultimate fan by @junderwoodtattoo #makegoodchoices #dallastattooartist #jhcgt #tattoosonlamar

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#blackworktattoo #rushtattoo #clockworkangels que rolou hoje no brother @gian_ilha Obrigado pela confiança!

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Rush tribute by @joehaasch at #elmstreettattoo. Contact for appointments at contact@joehaaschtattoo.com #dallastattoo #2146531392 #rush #rushtattoo #americantraditional #wingedserpent

A post shared by Elm Street Tattoo (@elmstreettattoo) on Apr 26, 2016 at 11:54am PDT

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Added this #rush tattoo to Mr Siscos arm of band tattoos a couple weeks ago. Still healing but i forgot to get a photo last time. . . . #rush #rushtattoo #rushtheband #hotpink #griffinsalve @griffinsalve #thebutchertattoo #thebutchertattoos @thebutchertattoo

A post shared by coryhandtattoos (@coryhandtattoos) on Mar 23, 2018 at 7:38pm PDT

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Fresh by @randyoiler! #rush #rushtattoo #rushstarman #colortattoo #guyswithtattoos #girlswithtattoos #guyswithink #girlswithink #menwithink #tattooedladies #tattooeddudes #ohiotattooer #ohiotattooers #hotrodtattooing

A post shared by Hot Rod Tattooing (@hotrodtattooing) on Dec 2, 2019 at 6:15pm PST

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Just finished this awesome rush tattoo! #2112 #starman #rush #rushtattoo #progrock #progrockforever #geddylee #myidol #myfavband #girlswithtattoos #girlswithink #colortattoo #classicrock #mikedewey #empiretattoo

A post shared by Mermaid (@emilee_capogni) on May 8, 2018 at 7:52pm PDT

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Rush album art – thanks Paul! For appointments call voodoo tattoo on 01925444412 #rush #rushtattoo #tattoo #tattooer #tattooartist #voodootattoo #tcb

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Quite possibly my favourite #Tattoo of the year – done on a good friend last night! #Tattoos #Tattooed #Tattooist #Ink #Inked #Rush #RushBand #RushTattoo #BandTattoo #AFairwellToKings #2112 #ProgTattoo #Prog #Tyskie #Crown #TyskieCrown #Polska #Beer #TheBestThingsInLife #SkullTattoo #MyStyle #EclipseTattoo #EclipseTattooAndPiercing #London #Camden #CamdenTown Thanks for looking and a Metal Christmas @rush

A post shared by Tomasz Skoczypiec Tattoo (@tomaszskoczypiectattoo) on Dec 20, 2016 at 9:01am PST

Cover Photo by Craig Renwick via Rush’s Instagram

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