How is “Peart” pronounced?
It rhymes with “near,” according to Neil on the “Rush – Profiled!” CD, so I assume that’s the correct pronunciation. I don’t remember the exact wording off the top of my head, but the “Profiled!” CD contains a recording of Neil saying “Hi, this is Neil Peart of Rush.” That also agrees with the way Geddy pronounced “Peart” when introducing Neil’s solo during RTB shows. The “t” at the end is not silent.
