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Chad Smith v Neil Peart: the result!

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By Chris Burke published 13 December 2012

Quarter Final between Chad Smith and Neil Peart - who won?

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Chad Smith

Chad Smith

The Red Hot Chili Pepper's man's mastery of funk and rock beats – and combining the two with the Californian alt-rock punk-funkers – has made Chad Smith one of the most popular drummers in rock.

Next, his opponent…

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Neil Peart

Neil Peart

After almost 40 years with Rush, prog drumming legend Neil Peart is still one of rock's most phenomenal and revered players.

And the winner is…

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Neil Peart

Neil Peart

For a while it was close, but in the end prog rock maestro Neil Peart won comfortably with 78% of the vote!

Neil progresses to the Semi Finals!

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