In honor of the sixth anniversary of the passing of the legendary Neil Peart, Rush bandmates Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee shared a touching tribute on their Instagram. The post featured a photo of Peart with a mustache during the band’s recording sessions for their iconic album, “A Farewell to Kings,” back in 1977. This album produced hits like “Closer to the Heart” and “Xanadu,” solidifying Rush’s place in rock history.
Fans took to the comments section to express their admiration for Peart, with one reminiscing on how the world was a better place with him in it. Another praised Peart as one of the greatest drummers in history, showcasing the impact he had on his fans even after his passing.
Peart’s death in 2000 at age 67 was a heartbreaking loss for the music world, with the bandmates recalling him as a friend, soul brother, and bandmate of over 45 years. Rush’s rise to fame with hits like “Tom Sawyer” and “Spirit of Radio” solidified Peart’s status as an iconic rock drummer.
In a surprising announcement in October 2025, Lee and Lifeson revealed plans for a new tour, the “Fifty Something” tour, marking the first time the band would perform without Peart. With drummer Anika Nilles joining the lineup, the tour is set to kick off in Los Angeles in June. The decision to tour again after losing Peart was a difficult one, as the bandmates grappled with the loss of an irreplaceable member.
The first show of the “Fifty Something” tour will take place at the Kia Forum, where Rush last performed with Peart in 2015. Lee promised that the band would pay tribute to Peart during the show in their own way each night, honoring his legacy and the impact he had on the band and their fans.
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