Morris Pert was a percussionist extraordinaire who worked with the likes of Mike Oldfield, Brand X and numerous others. I’ve always enjoyed his contribution to the music I’ve heard and I’m sad to say that another hero has passed away at the young age of 63 of a suspected heart attack on 27th April 2010. I’d never seen him play, only heard his performances, and it wasn’t until I saw his manic energy on the Mike Oldfield – Live at Montreux 1981 DVD that I was totally amazed by his performance and ability. He reminded me of Animal from the Muppets on speed.
Anyway, here’s a clip of Morris rocking out with Oldfield from the self-same performance. (He’s the guy with the lambchop sidies and the blue T-shirt).
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i saw Morris played twice.once with Brand x and with mike oldfield.Extraordinairy percussionnist.I have two solos albums.I will listen to them and thing about his huge contribution in progressive music.He was one of the best,one of a kind.I will remember him for the rest of my life.Very sad!
Goodbye Morris and rest in peace.
Bruno saint laurent
toronto
Thankyou for posting these memories of Morris. Your kind words, and memories are very heart warming for me, during this sad time.
Jeannie Pert
(fiancee)
Being a name I’ve come to know through many albums I own, I thought I’d do an internet search while listening to Moroccan Roll by Brand X. I was very sad to learn that Morris had passed away. He sounded such a great person and I’m sure he’ll be terribly missed. However I’m sure that a lot of people will still be listening to Morris for many years to come through his music.