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Drummer's World Cup: Semi Final Results!

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By Chris Burke published 19 December 2012

It's down to just two drummers!

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Neil Peart

Neil Peart

The Rush prog-rock drum genius has beaten the great John Bonham to stake his place in the Final of the Drummer's World Cup.

It was a close contest, but in the end Neil's fans came through and voted in huge numbers to ensure Mr Peart is in with a shot of being crowned Champion.

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Matt Halpern

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