Grumpy Old Geeks People Neil Peart Person Neil Peart 2 mentions in 1 episode The Rush drummer and lyricist whom the hosts remember after his death at age 67. Mentions 406: The Internet of Starch Jan 15, 2020 48:01 Shout out to Neil Peart, drummer and lyricist of Rush, who has passed away at 67. 48:19 I had the pleasure of working with Rush and meeting Neil a handful of times.