I had the honor of attending one of his birthday parties when I was in the music biz. Seriously great guy.
unfortunately music has been ruined for me for the second time in my life. First time was having to leave the industry but I had a kid to raise as a single dad and me being on the road or out till 4 am every day wasn't exactly what I call the best life for a child. Second time was my most recent ex. She got me back into music after around 30 years but there are so many songs that we sang together and the fact that every good memory I have about her is tainted it's back to talk radio for me for a while.
My ex-wife took every opportunity to denigrate and criticize my efforts to make any success out of my musical talent while at the same time we both were supporting our son as he thoroughly enjoyed playing music in his middle school/high school band.
Our band was really starting to make gains in performing original music - we opened for some good ones, like Great White, Tesla, Robin Trower (think Bridge of Sighs), Faster P****cat (can't believe the forum filter tags that one), etc..
But had to give it up as it wasn't the best thing being away from my sons, and balancing other aspects of life in general. Just too much on the plate to continue.
