Drummers keep time with a metronome. Metronomes keep time with Neil Peart. Rest in Peace, Professor.

Admired for his talent, respected for his intellect, loved for his humanity. RIP PROFESSOR.

Listening to Chad Smith talk about how genuinely kind and humble Neil was made me tear up

Not only was he an amazing drummer,but amazing lyric writer 🥁🥁🥁.

When I heard of Neil's passing I was driving on 93 North in NH. I had to pull into the breakdown lane and just cry,( I didn't know he was sick). I walked around in a funk for weeks. Neil's words meant so much to me and gave me comfort through some tough times in my youth. The world is a darker place without him......miss you Professor.

John Rutsey played the drums on the song "Working Man" and every song on Rush's debut album. Neil was a drumming God. R.I.P. Neil.

Hearing of Neil's death hit me as if I lost a family member. I'm blown away by how many musicians love & were influenced by him.

I'm a classically trained trumpet player, not a drummer. I've had the privilege of performing with elite classical percussionists, many of whom were also talented jazz and rock drummers, so my ear grew attuned to great drumming. Two drummers I've seen live blew me away with their musicality, rhythmic integrity, and SOUND: Neil and Simon Phillips. I saw Neil on just about every tour since 1987, which I think was Hold Your Fire, and he always put on a show. But what I admired most about Neil was how he constructed the drum parts to fit the song. Unbelievably gifted drummer and drum composer. RIP, Neil. I know more than a few drummers now performing in symphony orchestras who were as inspired by Neil as there are rock drummers who cite his influence. Thanks for the music. Thanks for the memories.

I remember hearing about his death. I was at work, and I read a headline or tweet or something late in the day, but I couldn't believe it, thinking it was a rumor. On my way home, I called my brother, who is also a huge Rush fan, and his voice did not sound right. That's when I knew for sure. I walked into my home. My wife saw my face and said, "What's wrong?" "Neil Peart.... He passed away." And I started crying on her shoulder. So yes, I did lose a family member who was with me throughout my tween/teen years and adulthood.

This man touched not only drummers but everyone who had experienced him....Truly missed.

As a music teacher that I am for so many years already, I just have something to say, Neil Peart was is and will always be the best of the best drummers of all times period, RUSH FOREVER AND EVER Cabrones, Orale🎼🎼🎵🎵🥁🥁🥁‼️

Man I love Neil and Rush. He inspired me to play drums. He might be physically gone but his legacy will live on forever. RIP Neil.

We have lost so many great musicians over the past few years but when I heard of Neil's passing I immediately started to cry. I was at work in an office so I went to deal with the news in the nearest bathroom. Rush was such a huge part of my teenage years and the lyrics that Neil wrote really helped me through some of my worst times in life. My life is better because of Rush. I miss you Neil.

In 1982 I was twelve years old. my mom asked me if I wanted to take guitar lessons. I said no. I had been watching MTV and I found myself being drawn to the drummers. I told her I wanted to play drums. A week later I was taking drum lessons. In 1983 my teacher told my parents to buy me a drum set, that same year MTV starting showing live Rush concert footage from Exit stage left. I was hypnotized, he was doing the impossible. I went to my next lesson and told my teacher I wanted to play like Neil Peart. He sighed and handed me a jazz chart and said practice this, which i promptly ignored and went home to play along with Exit stage left for the millionth time. I grew up going to the yearly Rush concerts, buying all their albums and practicing for the call from Geddy to fill in for the night. I became aware of other drummers later and my influences fluctuated (I SHOULD HAVE PRACTICED THAT JAZZ CHART, SORRY JOE), but Neil was a huge influence and I am grateful to have been able to grow up watching him.

I'm a Rush fan from Rush country. The first time I saw them was 1974 in a high school gym in Ottawa Ontario with John Rutsey. I remember thinking that these guys are trying a bit hard to sound like Zep, but thought they rocked pretty hard. It was mostly covers. The next was the 2112 tour with that "new guy". After that, I made a point of seeing every date of their's it was humanly possible to see. I drove through blizzards from remote work sites twice, and then back out after the show (hey, it's a Canuck story). One great Rush memory for me will always be their frequent touring partner Max Webster (which band spawned Kim Mitchell's solo career). There was no better double bill in those days than Rush/ Max Webster. And as for the professor, never met him, but he is my favourite drummer. Saw Rush at least a dozen times, and i have never asked for a refund. Rush On!

Neil Peart is the greatest rock drummer ever. I was fortunate to see Rush in concert once. Watching him play the drums was nothing short of awesome. RIP Neil 😇

"Your favorite drummer's favorite drummer is Neil Peart" has never been more true.

My favorite drummer of all time.

I'm 54, and I have seen a lot of musicians go in my life. The first one that hit home, was John Lennon, my folks are from Liverpool, and when I got home for lunch that day, Grade 7, Christmas around the corner, my mum was in tears. When Peart died it hit me hard, but for some reason, when the CBC announced Gordon Downie's death, I had to pull my truck over to the side of the road. Some musicians like Bowie, George Michael, Prince, etc. are so famous that they are almost too big to really make you feel it. George Harrison dying was hard, but when a Canadian guy you grew up with goes, whose music you have known throughout certain stages of your life...the soundtrack of adolescence or your teens and twenties, it is hard. Those songs were the backdrop for so many things.

When modern day greats speak of you like a God you are not underrated you are absolutely legendary! This man's passing affected so many people and there is a reason for it.

First drummer I know of to incorporate orchestral percussion on a rock record. And the complexity of his parts and most of all the lyrics he came up with. It's a different level a trendsetter.

oh how sad it was to hear he passed. Was lucky enough to meet him twice in ‘78. Such an inspiration to so many young drummers. I got weepy watching this. Would love to hear more about Neil from Stuart Copeland.

The GOAT of all rock drummers. His moniker, "The Professor", was well deserved. He was and is everybody's favorite drummers favorite drummer. RIP Neil. You are sorely missed.

Lars Ulrich and Danny Carey were so moved that their voices changed

Neil was a very unique & special percussionist that will forever be viewed as the pinnacle of drummers by peers & fans. RIP Professor

That was great. Thanks for keeping his memory and message alive. Chad's tribute and Stewart's were the best stories ever.

My brother called me that day to share the sad news of Neil’s passing. Being Canadian and living in his home town it hits you even harder especially when I played drums and he was a Hugh influence to myself and millions of others. I remember getting off the phone and broke down crying, then I put on a farewell to kings and listen to as I drove home from work. I thought that album would be fitting because I was saying goodbye to a king of drumming. RIP Professor. Your music will live forever.

Neil was always my fave drummer and still is. Thank god I discovered Rush at a young age, what would life be like without them?

I was a fan of rush from 74 when first album came out, we didn’t have all the social media hype you have today, as a fan we only knew they had changed drummers basically when second album came out… From his first song on fly by nite I was sold! His style of drumming was so evident and I was an still am not a musician by any stretch, by I was so hooked on his drum style, the rolling fills, the sounds that came from behind his kit… The man is a legend, and in my mind the best of the best RIP Professor ❤

He was my drumming idol to which influenced my drumming career. I was lucky enough to see him twice along with my son, the next generation of drummers he has also inluenced. Thank you Neil, you will be missed !!

Was privileged to see Rush 3 times live in my life. 1st time, I had never heard of them, and they were opening for Blue Oyster Cult in Duluth, MN. Day after the concert, I went to my local record shop & purchased every album they had put out at the time, which was the 1st 3. Ever since then, they have been my favorite band of all time. Picked up the Bass guitar because of Geddy & was a master of air drum, because of Neil!

Rush was, is and forever will be my favorite band! The fact that they continued to make music, without compromising their beliefs. Continued to stay interesting and continued to maintain their friendship for 40+ years is reason enough to admire them. Add to that......the incredible mastery of their instruments and. Well you can figure out the rest! Long live Rush!!!!

Not only was Neil innovate, powerful, revolutionary, and creative in his drumming, he reached a lot of people through his lyrics. I always felt like Neil was speaking to me directly, imparting the wisdom and encouragement of a friend, a brother, a Father, and a philosopher, which he was.

It's incredible that when both Neil Peart and later Charlie Watts died both deaths sent shockwaves to the world. And they were absolute gentleman.

Love Neil and Stewart! My 2 favorite drummers but there are many other great ones too, from Bill Bruford to Keith Moon and many in between. May the professor rest in peace.🙏

I had the pleasure of seeing Rush 37 times and I'm a drummer and he will forever be my favorite. I really miss seeing Rush live. RIP Neil.

The greatest drummer ever and a better human being! R.I.P. Neil!!!

Awesome tribute! RIP Neil !!!

Feel so honored to have seen Rush several times. RIP Professor, you gave me great memories.

I saw RUSH 21 times! And the band musically and Neil’s lyrics touch my life in a huge way. And it’s way too much to try and explain. Every concert was a life event. Rest in peace N.E.P.

What an excellent tribute video :) thank you for putting that together 1st rush concert was in 90 presto tour and his drum solo was Epic :) rest in peace Niel. Your music has enhanced my life In so many ways that I can't wait that if I Get the opportunity to visit with you in heaven someday I'll be able to tell you how much your music has meant to me Through so many difficult moments in my life

Neil was a big fan of Stuart Copeland, too.

Great vid, I am happy that I was able to see Rush play live. They were so fun to watch and played so well live. They were truly a band for the fans. Thanks for the memories Neil and Geddy and Alex. Neil was such a great ambassador for drumming, he inspired multiple generations and continues to today.

Neil Peart wasn't just one of the best Drummers. He's also one of the greatest Lyricists out there. RIP Neil

Thanks for this. RIP Professor. Always missed never forgotten

Always fun to see great drummers meeting greater drummers.

Chad was the most heartfelt, Dave and Stewart had amazing comments. RIP Neil La villa Strngeato, to this day, blows my mind

Funny. I’m a bassist and I tried to play every song on 2112. Over and over again. Drove my family nuts. Long live 2112!

In the word's of the great Chad Smith god bless Neil peart ❤❤❤❤😎😎👍👍👍

I did not know Neil personally but I did get to know the man through his writings. I read all his books, liking his incognito rides on his motorcycle in between his performances. I got to know his passion for people and his respect for those through his assocation and the care he had an old great drummer named Ferddy Gruber. I had an association with Mr. Gruber through another industry and because of that association I got to know the humble man Neil Peart in the third person. Neil cared for Freddy like his was a father figure that could give him drumming wisdom and and technique. Neil stayed close with him, taking care of Freddy until Freddie's passing. He truly had a love for him giving Freddy his place at the memorial Neil provided for an old almost forgotten great drummer. Because of that association I felt that I got to know the man Neil Peart. To hear of Neil's passing really stung my heart because of the great respect I had for him. I will miss you Neil. Thanks for letting me share some of life with you. Sincerely.

Copeland’s story hit me hard, brings tears to my eyes. I never met Peart, but Rush was my band. I was an awkward, nerdy bookworm. I would never be brash enough for AC-DC. Journey was something for dancing with the girls. Rush was music to think by, which is another way of saying that Neil’s thoughts and imagination became part of my thoughts and imagination. I never met him in person, but it doesn’t matter; he was my dear friend in the way that really weighs on the scale of life.

I have been a RUSH nerd my ENTIRE LIFE im 52 and this is one of the nicest best compilations ive seen.. Chads Omage is very touching. Ive Seen them more than 20 X and I have every ticket Stub Still.. Great Vid!!

Working Man was performed by John Rutsey on Rush's first album.

I remember listening to Exit Stage Left and the Neil Peart drum solo blew my mind. I was telling my childhood friend Benito to listen to the drum solo. It was so musical and awesome. This is back in 9th grade 1981. I’m not sure of the year being 1981 because we saw Rush Moving Pictures tour at the Hollywood Sportatorium and that was Jan 1981. Amazing drummer and there are a number of them like Bonzo, Moon, Copeland, etc.

I was lucky enough to see Neil and Rush in every decade of their touring; 1978, 1981, 1992, 2007 and 2015. They were always a part of my life. I never felt old until Neil died.

I never tire of listening to Chad Smith's experience of Rush and Neil.

RIP Neil. You are truly missed Sir.

Stewart Copeland has always been one of my favorites. He named a few great drummers that have passed recently and I was horrified that he didn't mention Joey Jordison

Even I was getting goosebumps hearing Chad talking about meeting Neil!

I had waited most of my life to see Rush...and,just by the skin of my teeth,was fortunate enough to catch them,on the final tour. The first show they'd had booked in town sold out in an hour,and,I didn't get my ticket,but,(and,this will show you how good they were to their fans),after that gig,they had 2 more to play,1000 miles away,before a pair of days off. They,and,their crew,gave up one of those days off,to drag the gear back to town,fly in,and,do another gig,for those of us who missed the first show. Much,much respect to The Professor,for being the influence upon millions of players,and,for the excellent technician that he was. 🥁

Biggest thing I took away from Neil was never stop learning.

Man, I was really feeling Chad Smith's story about ditching school to stay home and perfect Neil Peart's Rush drum parts. Sure his folks probably punished him and thought he should be in school, but it turns out he was actually studying for his future career. Hearing Chad talk about how generous Neil was to young drummers who were of course in complete awe of him and thought of him as a God. Neil Peart was to rock drumming what Art Tatum was to the piano. RIP Professor.

Listening to all these sharings just pulls so hard at my heartstrings. He was such a great man but refused to ever let it get to his head. So much we can learn from him, Not just his drumming, but his strength of character.

This video wasn’t long enough I loved it. It was over too quick, like Neil’s life. R.I.P Neil, R.I.P Rush… 🥁

Would love to see Stewart Copeland play "Digital Man" with Geddy and Alex.

I think Chad Smith’s story was the most enlightening.

Saw Rush at The Forum in Montreal in 1986 on the Power Windows tour. That's one concert I'll never forget till my last day on this Earth. The virtuosity, the way they made every note played seem like it was so easy though even those who've never had a musical instrument in their hands know it was not. But most of all, the joy that showed they felt while they played. I thank them for all their music and for that experience they unknowingly gave to a mexican boy who immediately after returning to Mexico, formed a band to feel, without that virtuosity of course, the unique joy of playing with close friends, one of which is my own brother. Hail to the Professor Neil Peart.

Thats what i love about drummers we love each other. And always support each other

Listening to Chad Smith reminded me A LOT of my story with starting young. Marching snare and all the young drumming from 8 or 9 and was completely into iron maiden. I remember my band director in 7th grade til 9th was teaching me after school jazz drumming to prepare me for the high school jazz band. The drummer that was in jazz band was also in our senior high marching band as we were a military school on Randolph AFB tx. All from 7th til 12th were one school. That dude Craig Copeland I used to love watching him play. He would be the one to bring me home one day after school and he played YYZ for me. From exit stage left. I started getting HEAVY into rush then. It felt so right as the jazz lessons were then making more sense to me. Anyway I would go on as a major Peart protege of sorts. I think when I had moved to PC Fl and met fellow drummers in that school I had brought all my knowledge to them and along with that , Neil Peart. I even did a report in English Oral Reporting on NP. Hahaha Had his issue of Modern Drummer from the time which was the Hold Your Fire I believe or after. I stopped gigging in 06 as I lost my kit in katrina. So I talk alot about how much I miss it. But I am playing guitar these days at 50. I do miss it and when Neal Passed I was definitely hurt. Anyway makes me want to get another kit. See if I can still play the YYZ live solo. (Mostly) hahahaha Great video.

Neil was undoubtedly my favorite student. When he called me, gushing over my chops, begging to put me "on a Mega-Salary" to teach him my secrets, how could I say No? Helluva guy.

I saw Rush during the Hemispheres tour. I played a little game at that concert. At the time I was deeply involved in the Martial arts, I prided myself in my ability to mentally and visually keep pace with the movements of people and animals. And I was good at it. It was part of my advanced reaction training. But my eyes could NOT keep up with the hand movements of the Professor. His speed was stunning.

Power, Passion, Precision... The Professor. Peart. One of the most influential musicians of this age.

Chad's stuff is gold. Thank you.

I've been a drummer and been around music and drums my whole life. Here's my Neil story... Growing up my dad was a drummer. My dad was my first influence to drums. Everytime he played I'd go down in the basement and listen to him play on occasion I'd pick the sticks up and try. I still remember the day I said "This is my thing. I'm gonna be a drummer." My dad had his stereo and music collection right next to his kit and Ive heard so much music by that point but unless I picked it up I didn't know it. I found this 2 disk CD called Rush Chronicals. I remember looking at the back of the song list and laughing at some of the titles. I took disk 2 and put it into the player. Unbeknownst to me, Tom Sawyer was the first track. My whole world filled and from that day I wanted to play that song. That was the day I really started drums. It has a happy ending because its still one of my favorite songs to play to this day along with a multitude of Rush's songs. Neil is and will always be an inspiration to drummers for a long time. RIP Neil

I started listening to Rush at age 13 when my cousin got me into 2112. I've had Rush music in my life ever since. Every live show tour and album release. I'll die listening to Rush.

When I heard Neil had died I was just in total shock. I just sat totally stunned for awhile. As a drummer myself, I’ve probably seen Rush 20 times and followed Neil’s adventures What’s helped me is having other amazing drummers that Neil praised and listened to. It’s helped fill the void and gives me a sense of closure. My new favorite living drummer is Gavin Harrison. He was one of Neil’s favorite too.

I must admit I'm kind of bummed that they didn't include Tim "Herb" Alexander from Primus in this tribute. They've had tours where literally one half of their set is covering Rush songs.

Chad Smith is so bad ass..honest lover of music..great story.

Growing up in high school was Subdivisions and Tom Sawyer. Lime light, and many others. The amzing thing is he never dropped a sweat and it seemed he was part of his drum kit. He truly will remain the GOAT. i love Danny Carey, hes my current favorite but Neil will always be the pioneer in drumming.R.I.P. Neil....we miss you. Too young to leave us.😢😢😢😢❤❤❤❤❤

Started listening to RUSH in 10th grade 1986 and learning all his drumming on my own drums at the time. My favorite solo is definitely from Exit Stage Left. RIP and God Bless Neil Peart

Wow. Two months from this date, on December 19, 1985, will be the 37th anniversary of my inaugural Rush concert, the Power Windows tour. That whole night was one of the greatest adventures of my life, and, of course, the definitive Power Trio/law firm of Lee, Lifeson, and Peart were at the pinnacle of their musical genius. (Deep sigh)...Good times, good times...

Neil was your favorite drummer’s favorite drummer.

High school, late ‘70s thru a friend, I discover Rush. Yep, 2112. That album expressed the true deep subtleness and intelligence of the trio. And Peart just stood out. Live shows we’d bring binoculars to focus on the spectacle Neil was behind that complex setup of drums, bells, symbals, congos, etc ❤

In high-school 70s I fell in love with 2112 . the man told the story on the drums.

The greatest rock drummer to ever walk planet earth...Neil Ellwood Peart.

Always loved the 'Canadian Swing' joke around 9:00

Changed my life,influenced my Life,I,m now ok with knowing that it will never again happen in my lifetime,and that he will always be in my thoughts Thanks for everything Neil

Discovered RUSH as a car nerd with Red Barchetta in Moving Pictures, then within a week had acquired all their previous albums and played them all late at night in my bedroom as a teen. Had the good fortune to see them many times and made a habit out of gifting my best man (a RUSH fan) tickets every year they toured as his birthday gift so we'd go together. Even dragged my wife along once 🙂 RIP Neil Peart, you are so missed by so many.

“ Call Neil he wants to hear from you! “ 😂

Mick Tucker (the sweet) was also a monster on the drums , there were so many great 70s drummers that have passed away 😔 , Neil was also one of my favourite drummers of course 😊👍

I discovered Rush in 1980 and it changed my life. It was such a huge influence on my musical taste and my drumming. Fortunately I got the chance to be at their Rush in Rio concert as well as at their Time Machine tour, when they played the whole freaking Moving Pictures album front to back.

I cant say i was a big rush fan, but i went to the concerts to see Mr Neil Peart. I think everything but his drum kit was tuned out in my head greatest drummer i have ever seen,

The prowess of Neil is and always will be unmatched.

Just a note: The song Working Man was not originally recorded by Neil Peart; it was done by Rush's 1st drummer, John Rutsey...

My top 3 percussionists of all time are Buddy Rich, Carl Palmer, and Neil Peart. I have seen them all perform. I got to see Rush live in 1993 on the Roll the Bones tour, and in 1994, I got to see Pink Floyd live. Nick Mason is on my Top 10 list. I first heard Neil play in the 70s. What impressed me the most was how clean and precise his rolls were, and I appreciated that all his drums were in tune. I have always liked Ringo Starr, he is always so precise and has a very clean sound. I always liked Willie Cantu (drums)(1964-67), he played with Buck Owens and the Buckeroos. He had a nice quiet sound. Jay Bellerose is really good, he works with Alison Krauss and Robert Plant. I always liked Torry Castellano from the Donnas, she plays with a lot of energy.

1st time I saw Rush was at the Met Center in Bloomington, MN (now the site of the Mega Mall) when I was in High School. The last time I saw Rush was in Minneapolis the LAST time Rush came to Minnesota (last tour). RIP Professor!

Kudos for pronouncing his name correctly. Deducting points for immediately mentioning Working Man. Neil had not joined the band yet for that debut album. That was John Rusty.

Вечная память профессору!!!Ты всегда в моём сердце Нил!!!❤

BLOWN AWAY. Such great comments. Have seen Rush since 77 and loved every show. A kid from the projects driving his neighbors crazy trying to imitate each move he did. Thanks for the AWESOME memories Neil. REST IN PEACE

I didn't get into Rush until later in life as I was a Police fan first (Stewart was MY #1), but I always held Neil in the highest regard. Rush was too cerebral for my knuckle-dragging brain. Only the "band geeks" and the D&D kids in school listened to Rush religiously. I now know why. R.I.P. to the professor. All my rock heroes are leaving. God must be hosting the ULTIMATE jam session with Neil and EVH leading the charge.