Rush Drummer and Lyricist Neil Peart Dead at 67 Years Old

Neil Peart has lost his battle with brain cancer that he has been fighting for the last three years. The Hall Of Fame drummer passed away Tuesday January 7th in Santa Monica, California at the age of 67. Elliot Mintz, a spokesperson for the Peart family. A representative for the band confirmed the news to Rolling Stone. Peart retired from music in 2015 because of his chronic tendonitis and shoulder problems made his physical drumming performances difficult, following the legendary band's R40 tour which celebrated their 40th anniversary. because of his chronic tendonitis and shoulder problems made his physical drumming performances difficult. He is survived by his wife, Carrie Nuttal, and daughter Olivia.