T-Bone Wolk
I still can't wrap my head around that T-Bone Wolk died last night.
Although it hasn't been officially announced, friends of his know and it's leaked out onto the internet via blogs, Facebook and other social media. I had my great friend, and fellow Hall and Oates buddy, "Babs" call me to let me know. She told me to sit down as she gave me the news. I felt numb, I couldn't believe it.
I was lucky enough to have met this man a few times. He was gracious, amazing and always had a smile on his face. I was just reminded of when he met a bunch of us fellow fans in Vegas at the Desert Inn. We had a type of fan gathering before the big show and it happened to be that three of the band members came up! He was one of them. We chatted, hung out, autographs were signed.
Then recently, just a few years ago, I met him after one of Daryl's solo shows in Lowell, MA. I caught him outside the venue and got his attention. I thanked him for all his work and dedication and said the show that night was amazing. He said: "Thanks so much! It's great to see you again too (??)!" Just an amazing human being.
I keep thinking about Daryl, John and the rest of the band. His family, friends and all us fans. I'm not sure how the H&O clan will go on without him. He's been around Daryl since 1981. Been a huge force in musical writing, arranging and now with his work from Live From Daryl's House, I'm not sure how that show will continue to move forward without his expertise.
But for now, we will honor the man, the legend he is. My heart and soul are heavy.
Rest In Peace, my friend.
3 comments:
I HAVE NEVER MET THEM, BUT I NOTICE IN A LOT OF VIDEO'S SOMETIMES ALL DARYL HAS TO DO IS LOOK AT T BONE AND HE LOOKED LIKE HE WANTED TO BUST OUT LAUGHING.
PLEASE DARYL AND JOHN, I KNOW YOU ARE HURTING BUT USE THAT HURT FOR GOOD, GET MUSIC PROGRAMS IN HIS NAME OR SCHOLARSHIPS. IT WON'T BE THE SAME, BUT IT CAN BE USED FOR GOOD.
YOU AND HIS FAMILY, HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY...HE WILL BE MISSED..LOVE TO YOU ALL
JUDY HOUSTON
I knew T-Bone as a friend first and a musician second. We are heartbroken and devestated at his passing and we still can't believe it. I can't image not seeing his face smile at me anymore or feel his genuine hug. My heart goes out who those who loved him the most because I know how deeply his passing has hurt me. Yes the world has lost a great and talented musican, but more importantly we lost a kind and wonderful soul.
Great post Kat. He will dearly be missed on several different counts.
In addition to his talent, his humor and personality is something I looked forward to on the LFDH show and really added that missing element to the show.
Like Daryl said, it's not if H&O will go on, but how is the question.
R.I.P. Bone.
RAINA
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