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... Dear family and friends of Brad Delp: I was 11 years old when the self titled "Boston" came out. There has never been another group in which i have logged so many hours listening to. I bought every album, stood in line for hours to get a ticket when they came to Vancouver BC. Even today, when I feel like I just want to touch yesterday, - Brad's voice, the lyrics, the , guitars, the melody...it just takes me back... I looked out this morning and the sun was gone, Turned on some music to start my day I lost myself in a familiar song I closed my eyes and I slipped away... I thought that that song was made for me, but maybe you were writing this song in advance. Thank you Brad & all who made up Boston for the memories... May God bless you Brad |
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Larry Soldano
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... I saw Boston perform in Pittsburgh in 1976 i was 15 at the time and just starting on the guitar. When I heard Brad sing it was the a voice from the heavens and that distinct Boston sound it was amazing, I was so inspired that I went home and played my Boston recored over and over all night and tryed to figure out all the songs. I just want to say Thank You and send my deepest condolences to yhe Delp family at such a sad time.I know in my heart that Brad is in Rock and Roll Heaven |
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John C
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... Pamela < I had the honer of haering Brad up close and seeing him on the last week of his incredible life .I am still in shock from your lose of a great friend and incredible artist..He certainly knew how to make many people very happy.My sympathy goes out too both you and Brads family along with the many fans and co-members that he has touched over the past 50 plus years of his incredible journey. He will always be with us in our hearts. |
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John C
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... Pam Iknow words mean little at a time when someone has lost a person they are in love with ! Your words are a testement of strength too this comunity that loved and admired Brad . thank you for joining hands!Our love too you and many prayers also-- |
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Maria
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... I was really surprised and saddened to hear about Brad's death. When my husband and I first started dating, he let me listen to his classic rock cd's. I immediately fell in love with Boston. Their music will always have special meaning for me. My heart goes out to Brad's family, friends, and the other band members who will never have the chance to be a part of the sound that is Boston again. I truely hope that Brad has found the peace that he was seeking. |
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Mark D., Baltimore
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... I am crushed to like the rest of you. Only now learning recently that he WAS the nicest guy in rock & roll. What a great photo of him on this & Barry's site. I hope to learn of the public memorial service in time to make arragments to drive up or take the Amtrack. Now I am ticked that no one close to him saw any signs of suicide. Some people can hide it I guess. Thanks for reading. |
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Kevin Nitka
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... My condolences and prayers to all of Mr. Delps family and friends. His music was a huge sound for me during my school days and still remains a favorite in my collection. If I may share, on my daughters 9th birthday, March 12, we surprised her with an ipod shuffle. The next day I uploaded many of her "kids" music. A couple of days past and while she was enjoying her music she said, "Dad, one of your songs is on my ipod." I knew that there was no way I could have mistakenly transfered my music files from her computer. I have CD's and albums of Boston but nothing converted to mp3 format. I put the headphones to my ears and "More than a feeling" was playing. After the initial shock and surprise, I appologized to Alexa for the song being there. She said, "it's okay, I like it." Another fan added in the shadows of a tradgic loss. God bless you all. |
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Mel, Va
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... Having experienced recent loss my heart goes out to the family and friends of Brad. Depression is a sad and serious disease and may not always be treatable here on earth. I beleive that Brad and others who have passed feel that pain no more. As for the people left here on earth we should try to celebrate and embrace our positive memories and consiously move forward in becoming better people with the time that we have left. |
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Rich Yost
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... I remember that great day in hi school when that great album came out on 8 track. Such great music and talent. It's such a shame it had to end this way. Boston will never be the same that's for sure. |
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Scott H.
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... So sorry to hear of the terrible news. I pray that all those who loved Brad will be comforted during this tough time. I grew up with Boston's music. The melodic guitar riffs from Tom and the angelic harmonies of Brad produced music that was very very special. The sound and the words touched my very soul and I was inspired by their magic and talent. God bless you all, Scott |
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D Flading
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... I am very saddened by the passing of Brad Delp, I had the pleaseure of seeing the band live in concert 2 times in Houston Texas, and I will always say that it was the best show i have ever seen. Still in shock from the news. My Condolences to all |
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Peter G.
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... What a tremendous loss... Never met you but felt like I knew you... Thank you for the wonderful music and memories. |
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Mark D
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... Brads voice, and the music of Boston, was part of the soundtrack of high school and my early twenties. In the years since, my tastes in music had changed and it had been years since I'd really given "Boston" or "Don't Look Back" a good listen. Well, in the last two weeks, those are about all I've listened to, and in addition to rediscovering some really special music, many memories and waves of emotion have gone along with that. Probably no one but Brad will ever know why he made the choice he did and I hope he is at peace now. For my part, I'll be forever grateful for the memories and emotions in my life that Brad was a part of. I wish Pamela, and Brad's family, comfort as they heal. |
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Rp
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... Message for Tom! Dear Mr,scholz Life is a short one,and there is no blame or otherwise any guilt,all in all its music and humanity and is what it is,I sympathize with the occurances that has been a sad moment in your life,But please consider that it is a transition and there is no blame,your music is what all of us love and I think maybe assuming Brad would want you to continue and I pray for your well being, As a fan of Boston Please consider continuing what we all Love that is your music,that will above all be a continuance not only as rememberance of Brad but what you and Brad have Loved from the begining. A friend among many Rp This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it I know I don't know you but please consider continuing your gift to us all through music. |
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nic
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... when u are open to feeling love for all, u are also open to feeling the pain of all...i am sorry he could not carry on, but his was a life Lived, indeed. god bless to you and your family, ms. sullivan |
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Steven Gewirtz
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... Dear Family and Friends of Mr. Delp: I am deeply shaken by your loss. With Mr. Delp passing I can see his shinning face and the joy of The Music that I knew when I first heard the most fantastic sounds. As a pharmacist, I understand his difficulty and the sorrow that follows. Depression will strike anyone at anytime. The only salvation is the caring heart of someone who wishes to help capture a soul in dispair. Each of us has friends that we can turn to. Sometimes, we are afraid to burden them. The burden of a lost soul is greater than the shoulder that it cries upon. My wish to all who read this, please share yourself with someone, anyone. There are plenty available just open your eyes. To the Delp family, your sorrow may seem unfathomable. It is palpable and your souls are welcome. With your sorrow divided, your dispair can be understood and treated. G-d bless all of you. Mr. Delp, you will be missed. |
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Pam
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... Thank you for the songs that always, always make me smile -- two decades and counting. Condolences to everyone who loved him, especially his fiancee, and his music. I wish he could have shared the happiness that he gave so many of us. |
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Al Sodaro
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... My heart goes out to Pamela, the Delp Family and all the members and fans of the band. I will never forget being a 12 yr old and getting my hands on my first copy of Boston. I wore a groove into it in what seemed like days. I don't know how many times I have had to purchase a new copy, but I can tell you that I listen to it once a week still to this day. Thank you for all the wonderful memories Brad!! RIP |
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Kenneth
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... 2 week's and i'm still crushed. This is tough. R.I.P. Brad you are loved and missed. Ken |
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Jackie Sheppard
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... Brad - Vous savez maintenant que vous n'ętes pas seul. In a word, I wish that he had known that any of his millions of fans, self included, would have given him anything of ourselves, time to talk, whatever he needed, money, you name it. If I had just one opportunity to say, "what may I give back to you, Brad" I would. Instead of us asking what they can do for us, I hope the Boston Band members know we would give whatever they asked of us! The most cherished memories of my life were with them and my best friend! Their music touches my soul and motivates me every time I need a lift. 43 and still listening like the songs were just written. All our Love to all the members! I am certain that Brad is in Peace and has what he needs now. |
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Kevin Cowen
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... I will always rememember the original line-up of Boston, and them being, for many years, my favorite group. Bostons debut album was perfect in every way. Brad Delp's vocals were an important part of the Boston sound, and one that were easily recognizable and enjoyable. I only had the opportunity to see Boston live twice, but was thrilled and impressed both times. I took my wife with me, when we were dating, to Jones Beach, and turned on to the so many more songs than just those from their debut album. Boston, to me, never reached the respect or plateau they deserved. It is a shame that at the time of Brad's death we pause to remember how great their debut album was, and how much more respect they should have received. Like Styx w/o Dennis, and Journey w/o Steve, Boston will never be the same. Thank you, Brad. |
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Kevin
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... Brad, you were the best! You will be mourned for a long time, and fondly remembered forever. |
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Les Johnson
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... I have been mourning and moping ever since the news about Brad. I am 49 years old and it is so sad that none was there for Brad. I am completely sure that Brad did not have to die in vain. I read that his fiance stated that he had been in a state of deppression for some time. Why? Why? Why is this all we will ever know? My heart is unsettled as are millions of other Brad Delp and Boston Fans! I truly believe with all my heart, we have a right to know what happened to bring on Brads desire to take his own life! Was it clinical depression? Was he on medication for his problem? What the hell happened. He had to know that millions of us thrived on what he gave to us and to the world of music. Have you listened to some of his own material through RTZ? Brad was a brilliant songwriter and a true himanitarian. I am mad as hell and hope that we get some more of an explaination than what we have been given. That is not enough for me and countless others. I try to find some relief listening to the music he left behind but its not enough. Brad did not have to die in the way that he did. I will never be able to accept the fact that he went to great lengths to take his own life. Rest in peace Brad. Long live the voice you gave us and the love you left behind in all of us that you touched. I hope that someof the new material Brad and the Boys were practicing for their cancelled summer tour will find its way to the fans that have been impatiently waing for a new Boston album to emerge. Long live Boston. I hope that you will somehow find a way to carry on. I believe Brad would have wanted that. Les in Cleveland, Ohio |
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David
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... I was listening to my mother's Everly Brothers and my father's Kingston Trio albums up until age 10 when my cousin played "More Than A Feeling" for me. I will never forget that moment, it was like an epiphany! That first Boston album is a complete masterpiece and I wore out 2 of them. I would give up all of my cds to keep that one. Brad's voice was so perfect that it didn't even sound real at times. It is a huge loss for the music world, but an incredible addition to Heaven's choir. Thank you so much, Brad for all of the joy you brought to so many music fans. I'm listening to you right now. |
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Brandon Quinones
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... Boston's "Don't look back", was my twins and my first album that we ever got. I remember that we both pitched in to buy it. We played it all the time. As I got older I learned to appreciate music more for what it was. I realised that Tommy Scholz was one of the greatest guitar players in the world, if not the best because he was responsible for todays sound. I love the guitar but love vocals more and know that singers like Brad Delp are the reason why I was so interest in studing voice education in my college years. Brad's voice had the best range and was beautiful, emotional, precise, intensional, and even angelic. I know he will be missed by his public, but my condolences go out to his wife, family, band members, and friends! He will truely be missed! |
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Rod
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... It's so sad that a wonderfuly kind and giving person like Brad who was able to uplift so many, had no one there to help him when he needed it most. There was no sound like Boston, and no voice like Brad's. Bless his family and friends. I hope Brad has found peace. His music will live in our hearts forever. |
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Dan_NC
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... I am 31 years old, too young to have seen or remember Boston when they first came out. Still, sooner or later music that great was bound to find me and when it did, I was hooked. I think Tom Scholz is a musical genius- my wife and I heard him play at the Carrington Pavillion in Danville, Va. in '04. When you really admire someone, neither yourself or others can ever cheer loud enough to satisfy you. You want the ones you admire (Boston) to hear how impressed you are and how much their music means to you. I was mad at myself and the crowd for what I perceived to be not letting Tom, Brad and the others know just how much we loved what they were doing. I think the same thing can and apparently did happen in day to day life for Brad Delp. Apparently it never reached him deep down just how much he was loved |
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MyAh
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... O my goodness this is a very sad time for me.Brad you are an angel in the sky.You had the most amazing voice.You were so unique! Man! It was and is my dream to one day meet (you) and the (band)! Boston is and will forever be my favorite band and you will forever and always be my favorite lead singer.I give you credit for influencing Rock and Roll into my life and love it the way i do at such a young age.You were such a young man you had so much more of life to live.It wont be the same without you! No other singer can take the place of you.You are truly a great soul.You will surely be missed Brad!!!!! I know you are watching from up above! I send condolences to your family.Your band and your fans are celebrating the life you have lived!Send your spirit of Rock and Roll to all the people around the world that love it and live it! Your greatness and legacy will be continued!!!!!!!!!!..... ;)you can count on it! Love,Myah Age:16 |
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Ricky Hogan
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... LIVE ON BOSTON! Thanks for 30 years of excellent music. Never forget seeing you at Chastain Park,Atlanta. You made sad days into glad days. Condolences to family and friends. R.I.P. BRAD. A fan for life. |
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lenphoto
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... One thing no one escapes is pain in this life. How we move past the pain is determined by the strength we have drawn from our life's experiences. Myself, I have witnessed the death of my father in a fire that consumed my family home; I have been shot at by a police officer who subsequently was fired and sent to prison; I have been robbed at gunpoint in the parking lot of a hotel at noon on a sunny day; I have had a parachute malfunction and plummeted towards the earth, only to be spared by the grace of my reserve parachute; I have been in a car accident that totaled my vehicle and nearly killed my sister; I came close to drowning off the coast of Acapulco, Mexico and my heart has been broken from lost love....but...it is all ok because it has taught me that everything has a purpose. And in my youth [I am now 47 years old], I hung onto every word of my musical idols with a vigor as if they were my very breath - with Boston, Pete Townshend and Van Morrison leading the pack. I had an opportunity to see Boston in concert in Greensborough, NC around 1978 and did not go. I always regretted that and even more so now. Yet it is ok, as it is ok that I will surely face more pain in my life. For when the time arises that something crosses my path and I do not understand why, I will always have the lyrics and angelic voice of Brad Delp to assure me that I never was and never will be alone because music is a universal thread that builds peace, love and understanding. Brad Delp inspired me and I feel his kindness as I type. Bless your soul Brad, you were too kind for this world and your time to go to a higher level arrived. I understand. LJU,Jr. |
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Deb
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... My heart goes out to the family of Brad Delp. It was a sad moment in my life I thought I was gonna die. He was favoritest singer ever. I have all of his CD's and everything. I am the biggest fan now and forever. I am soo sorry that it had to happen so early. He was a youngin. I'll miss you Brad even though I cry every single day and wish that you could've married me instead. :'( ;) :o I love you B-Rad and family but I was kidding about the marring thing. But I hope you alll feel better here soon. |
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Jim Trotman
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... I was very saddened by the loss of Brad Delp as many of us were.What saddened me even more is the fact he took his own life. Boston's music and his voice often lifted me out of a few sad days. Sorry there wasn't anything that could help him. :( |
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Dennis Scarfile
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... I was lucky enough to see Boston's first tour back in 76 in Mobile Alabama. I had never heard of them before, but I can say is one of my fondest memories in my list of concerts, and this old man has seen them all. Maybe Brad and Steve (from Humble Pie) and VanZant, and Hendrix, and Joplin and on and on will finally be at piece. Dear God please don't take Eric yet. |
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Bluesman Rick
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... ...a true artist's life is one of giving....giving...and giving....to pour one's heart and soul into their art...their music. When we listen, view or are moved by an artist...emotionally...we are touched and changed in some way. Brad moved me...everytime I heard his voice...to feelings of that special friend...moment in time...or lost emotion, both of love and sadness. I know, I've been through the muscis scene from the late '60s to today as a rock and blues guitarist. You give so much as an artist....and sometimes it becomes too much...and you let it slip away. |
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Jim Boyd
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... "What Does it Take To Be Man" Well; he came, he saw and he conquered; our hearts and our minds! |
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chuck
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... heartbreaking!!! I grew up listening to Boston and there are ton's of memories attached to their songs and especially Brads amazing voice. Looking into his eyes in the above picture brought me to tears. It's hard to believe he's really gone. I wish he knew how much joy he brought and how much he was loved. |
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Robert Korán
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... I was shocked when I heard the news about Brad's death in Swedish radio. I have been a fan of Boston for almost 25 years (I'm only 31), but still I never had the opportunity to hear the band live. I'm very sorry for Brad Delp's death and it was shocking reading that he took his life. |
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Neal B.
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... Having grown up on Boston's music this truely is a loss, however, we should focus on the great people and the great music that was created. The legend will live on for generations! |
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paul callaway
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... Im 31 years old now, I was 10 years old when my brother, ten years my senior brought home bostons album with hitch a ride on it, I was hooked every since. When i was in high school grunge was the sound everyone listened to except me. I was a die hard rock and roll fan, I never went anywhere without my boston cd's. I as many other people also loved to harmonize with brads music, I would sing hitch a ride like there was no tommorow giving it all i had. To this day boston is my favorite band along with RTZ, Brad will be truely missed. I sure hope he knew the Lord as his personnel Savior, I really would love to meet him someday when I go home to see my Lord.I will pray for the family of Brad Delp and i hope they get through this tragedy. You were the best Brad Delp we will miss ya. |
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RED
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... in addition to my condolenceses im sure brad would tell us all like the album says dont look back and keep pressing on to the future i encourage all to do the same |
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RED
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... YES ITS A SAD DAY FOR EVERYONE BUT REMEMBER THE MEMORIES AND THE MUSIC LIVES ON INSIDE AND THAT WILL ALWAYS LIVE ON ROCK IN THE HEART AND SOUL REST IN PEACE BRAD AND I DEDICATE BOB SEGERS SONG TO ALL GIVE ME THAT OLD TIME ROCK AND ROLL CAUSE TODAYS MUSIC AINT GOT NO SOUL |
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Evan Cushing
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... My deepest condolences to his friends and family. I literally feel like I lost a friend. Brad, your voice AND the way you seemed to live your life are both truly inspirational. There are not enough truly nice people in the world...what a joy it is to read and learn about one of the best. I've been listening to you since I was 8 years old and your voice was a new treasure for the world to share. I plan on listening to you sing as long as I am blessed with hearing. Thank you for your gifts to us.....Evan, Cape Cod MA |
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Chris Brown
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... I was in High School when Boston Released the 1st album. The sound was many years ahead of it's time. I have been a Boston fan ever since. I went to see them at the Ft Worth Star Plex, what a concert. There can never be another Boston, it is a sound all it's own. Thanks for the memories. |
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Scott Gorgon
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... Music is a part of our life. No matter what age you are, music follows us throughout our life. I'm 44 now, and there is not a day that goes by that I don?t here a song on the radio that some how touched my life. Like most of the comments, Brad's inspirational voice comforted me through some trying times in my life. I lost some important people in my life as a teenager, and by the age of twenty both my parents were gone. I can tell you that music carried me through some difficult times in my life. I am married and have two beautiful girls, and I have influenced their lives through the music that I grew up with. Today, they tell me to turn down my music, especially the first Boston album. I tell them one day they will look back on their music and how it influenced their lives. It saddens me the lost we all share with Brad?s passing. I will never forget what he gave me without ever knowing it. My favorite Boston lyrics are from Peace of Mind, I am sure that Brad has that now. ?I understand about indecision But I don?t care if I get behind People livin in competition All I want is to have my peace of mind? Scott Gorgon Las Vegas |
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Mary
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... I still can't believe it.......I have been listening to Boston at every opportunity since I heard the news. I never had the priviledge to meet Brad, but he touched my soul with his beautiful voice in a way I can't describe.....I grew up in an abusive home, and music was my escape. I would listen to Boston and feel like the words were meant for me. You were there for me when no-one else was..... I too was a lonely soul, but your music wrapped around me and lifted me like nothing else could. I wish we could have done the same for Brad....if we had only known, I can't help but think that hundreds of fans would have come and kept you company Brad, just to comfort you and lift you up as you had done for us so many times. Just to let you know that you are loved and appreciated ---- you wouldn't even have had to sing a single note! I will miss you for the rest of my life..... Peace and Love to you and yours forever! |
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Cindy Webb
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... Gosh, what a sad time. Boston has been my "FAVORITE" group since I was 13, some 30 years of loving and still loving their music. Rock and roll will not be the same. |
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Gerry from Dublin Ireland
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... You will be very sadly missed Brad I first heard More than a feeling, in 1976 and your vocals and Toms guitar blew my mind. as did many of your other recordings. You were a great man for your love of animals and people. Ive lit many candles for you, and im sure your now in a higher spiritual plane. lots of love Gerry and his two cats Dyaln and Emily. |
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Tom G.
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... I cannot even begin to express how much I am going to miss Brad Delp. From the very first time i heard the inrto to Smokin', I was hooked. Now it is difficult to listen to it without shedding tears. I wish I had been alive earlier so i could have seen him in concert, but now I never will, and it is a terrible feeling. Goodbye Brad, we will all miss you. |
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Gerry from Dublin Ireland
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... You will be sadly missed Brad Delph, You were a great man, and ive loved your music since i first heard More than a feeling, in 1976, your vocals and Toms guitar blew my mind. I also admired you and the band for your love of animals and people. You will never be forgotten and ive already lit many candles for you. Im sure you are now in the higher spirit plane lookind down on us all. Lots of Love, Gerry and his 2 cats Dylan and Emily. XXX |
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sheila
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... Brad, My heart is heavy with saddness and my eyes fill up with tears as i write this. You were truely a wonderful person, and you will truely be missed. when 1976 came around and the dept album had came out I was four year old. i remember it, because my parents rushed out to buy it, and from there on, I grew up listening to Boston and hearing your ever so distinctive voice. Your voice, your eyes, your smile I grew up to adore. I had the biggest crush on you, no lie. now Sit here in saddness, but yet somewhere in my heart there is happiness in knowing that your memory will live on, and that you will never be forgotten. R.I.P. Brad. my son was born MARCH 10,2007 A DAY AFTER YOUR DEATH. MY BOYFRIEND AND I DECIDED TO NAME HIM "BRADLEY E." IN TRIBUTE TO YOU. we all loved you Brad, and i was soooo looking forward in seeing you in concert again this summer 07. your at peace know, and in a much better place. thanks for all the great songs and just being you!!!! |
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Ashley Taylor
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... Greatly saddened by his death. Brad has one most enduring voices in rock. What a beautiful soul as well. Thanks Brad. You will be missed. |
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Laura
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... WOW, what a loss. I grew up listening to and living to Boston. They were mainstay in my life and my friends' lives. Now at 45 I still listen to their cd's all the time.....Saw them for my very first time in KC at Sandstone....in 2004. It was awesome, I even got to meet Brad. So kind, autographed my cd cover. We spoke of a common love of animals, he was so cool and it didn't matter to him that he didn't know me from squat. Saw them again 2 years ago in Wichita; AWESOME again. He will be missed, you cannot replace that voice. Walk On Brad. |
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Mitch Tatro
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... A Beautiful Place - When the first Boston albumn came out I about 18 years old. I was fully into to Skateboarding and Music. When I heard Brad singing on that first albumn it really changed my life. I would harmonize with him (I thought perfectly) all the way up to the highest notes, at which point I would conceed that he was not of this earth. That music set me free. The Boston sound and Brad's singing inspired me to imagine myself doing anything. I used to sit in my car and sing with Brad and at the moment our voices became one (with my preceived perfect pitch), my world was no longer made of concrete and blacktop but of a pure life force energy that transended space and time. He took me to another place, a more beautiful place than I had ever been before. You will always be remembered Brad, Mitch Tatro |
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Melissa J.
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... Well, where to start Brad...I was eleven, 19 years ago. My sister had just won a dance off at a Bar Mitzvah. As a prize she received a Boston Third Stage tape. She brought it home and as I would soon learn it would become my all time favorite band, tape and 'Amanda' my favorite song. I have collected all the cd's up to date, I have two albums on record, a single on tape, an |