Neil Peart was a Canadian-American drummer known for his work with the band Rush.
Peart was nicknamed "the Professor" due to his resemblance to a character from Gilligan's Island.
He joined Rush after auditioning for the band, replacing original drummer John Rutsey.
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The Hockey Theme2010
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Clockwork Angels2001
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- Mercury Records
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- Officer of the Order of Canada
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Also known as: Cornelius Ellwood Peart, Neal Pert, Neil Elwood Peart
Neil Ellwood Peart was a Canadian musician, songwriter and author, who was the drummer, percussionist, and primary lyricist of the progressive rock band Rush. He was nicknamed "the Professor", after his resemblance to the Gilligan's Island character of the same name. His drumming was renowned for its technical proficiency and his live performances for their exacting nature and stamina. Peart earned numerous awards for his musical performances, including an induction into the Modern Drummer Readers Poll Hall of Fame in 1983 at age 30, making him the youngest person ever so honoured.
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