OT - Brad Delp of Boston found dead

by **Just Mindy** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 11:35 am

Oh man....what a loss.

by **JeremyP** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 11:58 am

This is SO sad. Boston was the very first concert I ever saw and it was amazing.

by **sadie65** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:04 pm

While only a casual fan of the band, I do feel sad for those who he loved who now will grieve for him.

RIP

by **lowdbrent** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:04 pm

Check out the band's site:

http://www.bandboston.com/

by **jrnyjetster** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:11 pm

OMG, I can't fucking believe it!

I'm speachless...

by AR » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:24 pm

In honor of Brad Delp, I am hosting a tribute on The Annex and posting some rarities as a remembrance.

Here is "San Francisco Bay" which later became "Hitch a Ride"

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=Y71OIV1H

by **Red13JoePa** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:28 pm

Delp could flat deal.

by **mahlerscom** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:40 pm

"We've just lost the nicest guy in rock and roll." -Quote from the surviving
members of Boston, http://www.bandboston.com

Brad Delp will be forever remembered for his unique one of a kind vocalist
sounds. He had an octave range that measured 6-8. Basically that means all
levels. I can list the songs, I've heard them into knowing them by name
instantly, well over 25 years after their initial release. "Boston", "Don't
Look Back" & "3rd Stage" are their most noteable releases.

Brad Delp also left Boston for a number of years and along the way, found
himself for the band RTZ with the hit single "Face The Music", again, his
voice the sole reason why Bostons' music was successful, I personally
thought he'd have been great for Queen after Freddie Mercury's demise.

Sad day in rock and roll indeed.

No other news can take the glumness away for tonight.

William K. Mahler, http://www.mahlers.com
Yahoo Instant Messenger ID: mahlerscom
reply: mahlerscom at mahlers dot com

by **Red13JoePa** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:44 pm

May not be the time for this, but hell this will be FAR from the stupidest post in this thread so....
Where do they go from here? Is Cosmo still with the band and if so can he handle all the lead singing duties?

by **conversationpc** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:44 pm

I just heard about this. I am so bummed...

RIP Brad Delp...Here are some fitting words from my favorite Boston track and one of my favorite tunes of all time...

Gonna hitch a ride
Head for the other side
Leave it all behind
Never change my mind
Gonna sail away
Sun lights another day
Freedom on my mind
Carry me away for the last time

:cry:

by **conversationpc** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:45 pm

Red13JoePa wrote:May not be the time for this, but hell this will be far the stupidest post in this thread so....
Where do they go from here? Is Cosmo still with the band and if so can he handle all the lead singing duties?

I saw them on their summer '04 tour and Cosmo handled all of the really high notes. In fact, Delp introduced him as the guy who hits all the notes he couldn't hit anymore. They were supposed to tour this summer with REO Speedwagon but who knows now. I don't think they've ever toured without him. I believe he even toured with them on the "Walk On" tour, even though he didn't sing any lead vocals on that album, correct me if I'm wrong.

by AR » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:48 pm

Life Isn't Easy (became Something About You)

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=J2PX1IVC

by **JSS** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:49 pm

Just checked into the hotel in Bournemouth, loads of emails about this as a lot know how huge a Boston fan I was....immediately wrote a blog if anyone interested:

http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fusea ... 1FC1571179

The highs of last night's show is now clouded by this news, it's a sad day in music for many, I for one will always hold dear his contributions to popular music....RIP Brad!

by **Red13JoePa** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:49 pm

No idea if Delp did the Walk On tour. WAY too much work for me to look it up, I'll wait for Abitaman as he prolly knows.

by AR » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:49 pm

conversationpc wrote:
Red13JoePa wrote:May not be the time for this, but hell this will be far the stupidest post in this thread so....
Where do they go from here? Is Cosmo still with the band and if so can he handle all the lead singing duties?

I saw them on their summer '04 tour and Cosmo handled all of the really high notes. In fact, Delp introduced him as the guy who hits all the notes he couldn't hit anymore. They were supposed to tour this summer with REO Speedwagon but who knows now. I don't think they've ever toured without him. I believe he even toured with them on the "Walk On" tour, even though he didn't sing any lead vocals on that album, correct me if I'm wrong.

I remember that. I thought to myself they make a great TEAM.

Something some people in a certain fan base should take to heart when a note or two isn't hit to their satisfaction.

Our favorite bands are not getting any younger - treasure every opportunity you have to see any of them.

by AR » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:50 pm

More Than A Feeling demo

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=WR8S66EM

by AR » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:51 pm

Red13JoePa wrote:No idea if Delp did the Walk On tour. WAY too much work for me to look it up, I'll wait for Abitaman as he prolly knows.

He did.

by AR » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:53 pm

Piece of Mind demo

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=YONUJK37

by **conversationpc** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:57 pm

AR wrote:Piece of Mind demo

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=YONUJK37

What a lot of people don't know is that most of that debut Boston album was basically recorded in Tom Scholz's basement. While their record label thought the band was in California recording it, Tom stayed behind and worked on the album pretty much by himself and created a masterpiece. The guy is a musical genius. Too bad he only puts out a new album about once every eight years now.

by **strangegrey** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:57 pm

Holy Shit...

this news simply blows me away. I'm so depressed. I Haven't listened to Boston as of late...but to date, one of my favorite bands...and I can't imagine life without Foreplay/LongTime, Smokin and Peace of Mind...

This just sucks!

Whatever happened....Brad, RIP!!!

AR, Thanks for the download of the Hitch a Ride demo...

by AR » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:58 pm

strangegrey wrote:Holy Shit...

this news simply blows me away. I'm so depressed. I Haven't listened to Boston as of late...but to date, one of my favorite bands...and I can't imagine life without Foreplay/LongTime, Smokin and Peace of Mind...

This just sucks!

Whatever happened....Brad, RIP!!!

AR, Thanks for the download of the Hitch a Ride demo...

Frank I'm posting a bunch of these tracks tonight. Feel free to link to them on your site if there is any interest or direct anyone here that would like to hear them.

by AR » Sat Mar 10, 2007 1:01 pm

Smokin' (demo)

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=IG5VF1ZH

by **Clasicrockldy** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 1:03 pm

JSS wrote:Just checked into the hotel in Bournemouth, loads of emails about this as a lot know how huge a Boston fan I was....immediately wrote a blog if anyone interested:

http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fusea ... 1FC1571179

The highs of last night's show is now clouded by this news, it's a sad day in music for many, I for one will always hold dear his contributions to popular music....RIP Brad!

Jeff, even tho I am not a member of myspace, and cannot view your blog, I know you did a great piece in tribute to Brad.

by **conversationpc** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 1:06 pm

Clasicrockldy wrote:
JSS wrote:Just checked into the hotel in Bournemouth, loads of emails about this as a lot know how huge a Boston fan I was....immediately wrote a blog if anyone interested:

http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fusea ... 1FC1571179

The highs of last night's show is now clouded by this news, it's a sad day in music for many, I for one will always hold dear his contributions to popular music....RIP Brad!

Jeff, even tho I am not a member of myspace, and cannot view your blog, I know you did a great piece in tribute to Brad.

Here it is for those who aren't on myspace...

Friday, March 09, 2007
Brad Delp - RIP
Category: Music

My heart is saddened....nothing worse than coming into a hotel after a great gig, tired & ready to close my eyes for the day just to receive an email that one of my boyhood singer idols was pronounced dead.

Mr. Brad Delp, 55, who's voice changed the face of AOR FM rock in the 70's with the powerhouse band Boston has passed away & I feel such a deep sadness for him. His voice & music still play regularly, even moreso now the next weeks, on my iPod & computer.

My condolences to his family & all of his fans alike, I too share his passing with great sorrow....may his presence continue to influence future generations of singers who want to be like the real deal!! RIP Sir, Don't Look Back!!!

by **jrnyjetster** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 1:06 pm

JSS wrote:Just checked into the hotel in Bournemouth, loads of emails about this as a lot know how huge a Boston fan I was....immediately wrote a blog if anyone interested:

http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fusea ... 1FC1571179

The highs of last night's show is now clouded by this news, it's a sad day in music for many, I for one will always hold dear his contributions to popular music....RIP Brad!

Jeff, growing up in Warwick, Rhode Island, where BOSTON was discovered, needless to say, I'm a HUGE Boston fan....man oh man...this is just terrible! BRAD DELP, you will be sorely missed!

by **JSS** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 1:07 pm

Clasicrockldy wrote:
JSS wrote:Just checked into the hotel in Bournemouth, loads of emails about this as a lot know how huge a Boston fan I was....immediately wrote a blog if anyone interested:

http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fusea ... 1FC1571179

The highs of last night's show is now clouded by this news, it's a sad day in music for many, I for one will always hold dear his contributions to popular music....RIP Brad!

Jeff, even tho I am not a member of myspace, and cannot view your blog, I know you did a great piece in tribute to Brad.

Brad Delp - RIP
Category: Music

My heart is saddened....nothing worse than coming into a hotel after a great gig, tired & ready to close my eyes for the day just to receive an email that one of my boyhood singer idols was pronounced dead.

Mr. Brad Delp, 55, who's voice changed the face of AOR FM rock in the 70's with the powerhouse band Boston has passed away & I feel such a deep sadness for him. His voice & music still play regularly, even moreso now the next weeks, on my iPod & computer.

My condolences to his family & all of his fans alike, I too share his passing with great sorrow....may his presence continue to influence future generations of singers who want to be like the real deal!! RIP Sir, Don't Look Back!!!

by **JSS** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 1:08 pm

conversationpc wrote:
Clasicrockldy wrote:
JSS wrote:Just checked into the hotel in Bournemouth, loads of emails about this as a lot know how huge a Boston fan I was....immediately wrote a blog if anyone interested:

http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fusea ... 1FC1571179

The highs of last night's show is now clouded by this news, it's a sad day in music for many, I for one will always hold dear his contributions to popular music....RIP Brad!

Jeff, even tho I am not a member of myspace, and cannot view your blog, I know you did a great piece in tribute to Brad.

Here it is for those who aren't on myspace...

Friday, March 09, 2007
Brad Delp - RIP
Category: Music

My heart is saddened....nothing worse than coming into a hotel after a great gig, tired & ready to close my eyes for the day just to receive an email that one of my boyhood singer idols was pronounced dead.

Mr. Brad Delp, 55, who's voice changed the face of AOR FM rock in the 70's with the powerhouse band Boston has passed away & I feel such a deep sadness for him. His voice & music still play regularly, even moreso now the next weeks, on my iPod & computer.

My condolences to his family & all of his fans alike, I too share his passing with great sorrow....may his presence continue to influence future generations of singers who want to be like the real deal!! RIP Sir, Don't Look Back!!!

You're quick, thanks Dave

by **Melissa** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 1:08 pm

Thanks for posting that for us to read Dave. Hubby & I are both bummed, love Boston, sang along to More Than A Feeling in the car just a few days ago...

by **conversationpc** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 1:08 pm

JSS wrote:
conversationpc wrote:
Clasicrockldy wrote:
JSS wrote:Just checked into the hotel in Bournemouth, loads of emails about this as a lot know how huge a Boston fan I was....immediately wrote a blog if anyone interested:

http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fusea ... 1FC1571179

The highs of last night's show is now clouded by this news, it's a sad day in music for many, I for one will always hold dear his contributions to popular music....RIP Brad!

Jeff, even tho I am not a member of myspace, and cannot view your blog, I know you did a great piece in tribute to Brad.

Here it is for those who aren't on myspace...

Friday, March 09, 2007
Brad Delp - RIP
Category: Music

My heart is saddened....nothing worse than coming into a hotel after a great gig, tired & ready to close my eyes for the day just to receive an email that one of my boyhood singer idols was pronounced dead.

Mr. Brad Delp, 55, who's voice changed the face of AOR FM rock in the 70's with the powerhouse band Boston has passed away & I feel such a deep sadness for him. His voice & music still play regularly, even moreso now the next weeks, on my iPod & computer.

My condolences to his family & all of his fans alike, I too share his passing with great sorrow....may his presence continue to influence future generations of singers who want to be like the real deal!! RIP Sir, Don't Look Back!!!

You're quick, thanks Dave

Ha! Sorry. Didn't know if you were still hanging around or not. :wink:

by **Clasicrockldy** » Sat Mar 10, 2007 1:15 pm

Here is the link from Yahoo entertainment.

http://entertainment.tv.yahoo.com/entnews/ap/20070309/117350106000.html

Just so sad........

MR

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