Great art for the upcoming John Koontz Memorial weekend at Denver's Skylark Lounge

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Posted on Jul 11 2017 07:12 PM

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Brian

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Posted on Jul 11 2017 08:43 PM

That's fantastic.

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Posted on Jul 12 2017 01:40 AM

Love it! Wish I could be there.

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Posted on Jul 12 2017 08:39 AM

AMAZING! Wish I could be there!

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Posted on Jul 12 2017 09:04 AM

I want a shirt with that image on it.

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Posted on Jul 12 2017 10:47 AM

Wish I could be there, too!

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wfoguy

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Posted on Jul 12 2017 11:39 AM

Impressive! I hope he knew how valued he was.

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josheboy

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Posted on Jul 13 2017 10:45 AM

wfoguy wrote:

I hope he knew how valued he was.

One of the great recurring tragedies in life is that appreciation often isn't realized until it's too late.

But I think in his case, at the very least, he had a pretty good idea how valued he was. Night after night he would support live music, in a time when most bands get lucky to have a few friends show up let alone any sizeable crowd. So he was certainly noticed and appreciated. And for many of these bands, his photo shares were there only non-self-generated exposure. I would see his posts constantly in my FB feed, and I saw many times that the bands were actively thankful to him for his contributions and support.

At the surf shows and conventions, he wasn't the only super fan, nor the only one taking photos and videos. But he was a regular. A veteran. A fellow reverb junkie that feasted and reveled with us in our plethora of guitar rituals and our week long instro-bacchanalia. A surf family member who did more than just show up at our reunions: he contributed in many ways.

When we get together every year for the convention weekend, it's impossible to hang out with each person as much as you want. There just isn't enough time. But he was one of the people I always made sure to visit with while "making my rounds". A handshake. An "its really good to see you!". A quick catch-up. An exchange of opinions on the bands/performances. A shared stoking of that reverb loving fire within all in attendance, a fire that burns all year long. His fire will be missed this year. Greatly.

The after life is a mystery. Nobody knows anything for certain. But I can't shake this feeling that if he didn't know how valued he was in life, he knows now. He will certainly know when literally dozens of bands will play in his honor this weekend. They will all return his many years of service when they all spend their time and energy and creativity supporting him for one long epic music-filled weekend.

RIP Tuck. Enjoy your memorial shows!

PS: That is some excellent show art! Thanks for sharing it

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Posted on Jul 13 2017 01:46 PM

BEAUTIFULLY put, Josh! He was one of the first people I met and talked to at my first convention in 2009. I was always glad to see him there and when I saw him at Instro Summit on my side of the country I was thrilled all over again. He will definitely be missed. A treasure indeed.

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Posted on Jul 13 2017 03:29 PM

Very moving, Thank you Josh.
The thing that was the most noticed by me was Tuck's
Wanting to help out, and be a part of the Convention, and not just helping with gear at load in and out. But when I had the BBQ at my place, he asked what could be brought, and donated heavily to the BBQ fund jar.
Also when I mentioned that we needed a fan to keep an amp cool all day,
He said don't worry, he would pick one up. He will totally be missed at the convention and at all shows everywhere from now on.

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Brian

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Posted on Jul 13 2017 09:40 PM

Maybe we can do something to honor John at this year's convention? Any ideas?

Nice post Josh, thanks. I completely agree.

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bigtikidude

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Posted on Jul 13 2017 10:34 PM

I hope somebody can get up and say something.
I get all choked up for things like this.

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Posted on Jul 14 2017 06:47 PM

All the best.

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Posted on Jul 14 2017 11:38 PM

I have the same problem of getting choked up, but I will be glad to get up and say something if no one else volunteers.

Coz

bigtikidude wrote:

I hope somebody can get up and say something.
I get all choked up for things like this.

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Posted on Jul 14 2017 11:53 PM

Love is hard.

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Posted on Jul 17 2017 01:54 PM

Wow! What a day! There was a huge turnout all day long. 12 bands, including 4 instro bands. John would have been in beside himself with happiness. It was fantastic.
The Royal Aces

The Beloved Invaders

The Aquasonics

The Von Hodads

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Brian

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Posted on Jul 17 2017 01:55 PM

Thanks for the photos Chris!

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Posted on Jul 18 2017 12:44 PM

Love it...wish I could have been there. Nice photos too.

John ..a beautiful soul I first met at an INSTROSUMMIT in NC - yes, he is missed.

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Posted on Jul 18 2017 01:15 PM

Colorado surf represent!
Wish I could have been there.
But more so, I wish Tuck could have been there.

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fenderfan Joined: Jul 13, 2008 Posts: 783	Posted on Jul 11 2017 07:12 PM Top
Brian Joined: Feb 25, 2006 Posts: 19351 Des Moines, Iowa, USA	Posted on Jul 11 2017 08:43 PM That's fantastic. — Site dude - S3 Agent #202 Need help with the site? SG101 FAQ - Send me a private message - Email me "It starts... when it begins" -- Ralf Kilauea Top
RobbieReverb Joined: Feb 28, 2006 Posts: 2391 San Jose, Ca.	Posted on Jul 12 2017 01:40 AM Love it! Wish I could be there. — Bob Top
MadScientist Joined: Jan 17, 2008 Posts: 2188 Atlanta, GA	Posted on Jul 12 2017 08:39 AM AMAZING! Wish I could be there! — Jamie SSS Agent #181 Cartoons drenched in reverb! The Mystery Men? El Capitan & The Reluctant Sadists Top
bigtikidude Joined: Feb 27, 2006 Posts: 25704 Anaheim(So.Cal.)U.S.A.	Posted on Jul 12 2017 09:04 AM I want a shirt with that image on it. — Jeff(bigtikidude) Top
Noel Joined: Mar 15, 2011 Posts: 8528 Back in Piitsburgh, Pennsylvania, where I grew up.	Posted on Jul 12 2017 10:47 AM Wish I could be there, too! — This is Noel. Reverb's at maximum an' I'm givin' 'er all she's got. Top
wfoguy Joined: Dec 11, 2011 Posts: 2137	Posted on Jul 12 2017 11:39 AM Impressive! I hope he knew how valued he was. Top
josheboy Joined: Mar 13, 2009 Posts: 2367 Twin Cities, MN	Posted on Jul 13 2017 10:45 AM wfoguy wrote: I hope he knew how valued he was. One of the great recurring tragedies in life is that appreciation often isn't realized until it's too late. But I think in his case, at the very least, he had a pretty good idea how valued he was. Night after night he would support live music, in a time when most bands get lucky to have a few friends show up let alone any sizeable crowd. So he was certainly noticed and appreciated. And for many of these bands, his photo shares were there only non-self-generated exposure. I would see his posts constantly in my FB feed, and I saw many times that the bands were actively thankful to him for his contributions and support. At the surf shows and conventions, he wasn't the only super fan, nor the only one taking photos and videos. But he was a regular. A veteran. A fellow reverb junkie that feasted and reveled with us in our plethora of guitar rituals and our week long instro-bacchanalia. A surf family member who did more than just show up at our reunions: he contributed in many ways. When we get together every year for the convention weekend, it's impossible to hang out with each person as much as you want. There just isn't enough time. But he was one of the people I always made sure to visit with while "making my rounds". A handshake. An "its really good to see you!". A quick catch-up. An exchange of opinions on the bands/performances. A shared stoking of that reverb loving fire within all in attendance, a fire that burns all year long. His fire will be missed this year. Greatly. The after life is a mystery. Nobody knows anything for certain. But I can't shake this feeling that if he didn't know how valued he was in life, he knows now. He will certainly know when literally dozens of bands will play in his honor this weekend. They will all return his many years of service when they all spend their time and energy and creativity supporting him for one long epic music-filled weekend. RIP Tuck. Enjoy your memorial shows! PS: That is some excellent show art! Thanks for sharing it Top
MadScientist Joined: Jan 17, 2008 Posts: 2188 Atlanta, GA	Posted on Jul 13 2017 01:46 PM BEAUTIFULLY put, Josh! He was one of the first people I met and talked to at my first convention in 2009. I was always glad to see him there and when I saw him at Instro Summit on my side of the country I was thrilled all over again. He will definitely be missed. A treasure indeed. — Jamie SSS Agent #181 Cartoons drenched in reverb! The Mystery Men? El Capitan & The Reluctant Sadists Top
bigtikidude Joined: Feb 27, 2006 Posts: 25704 Anaheim(So.Cal.)U.S.A.	Posted on Jul 13 2017 03:29 PM Very moving, Thank you Josh. The thing that was the most noticed by me was Tuck's Wanting to help out, and be a part of the Convention, and not just helping with gear at load in and out. But when I had the BBQ at my place, he asked what could be brought, and donated heavily to the BBQ fund jar. Also when I mentioned that we needed a fan to keep an amp cool all day, He said don't worry, he would pick one up. He will totally be missed at the convention and at all shows everywhere from now on. — Jeff(bigtikidude) Top
Brian Joined: Feb 25, 2006 Posts: 19351 Des Moines, Iowa, USA	Posted on Jul 13 2017 09:40 PM Maybe we can do something to honor John at this year's convention? Any ideas? Nice post Josh, thanks. I completely agree. — Site dude - S3 Agent #202 Need help with the site? SG101 FAQ - Send me a private message - Email me "It starts... when it begins" -- Ralf Kilauea Top
bigtikidude Joined: Feb 27, 2006 Posts: 25704 Anaheim(So.Cal.)U.S.A.	Posted on Jul 13 2017 10:34 PM I hope somebody can get up and say something. I get all choked up for things like this. — Jeff(bigtikidude) Top
Syndicateofsurf Joined: Oct 08, 2014 Posts: 1073 Northern Ohio	Posted on Jul 14 2017 06:47 PM All the best. — Da Vinci Flinglestein, The quest for the Tone, the tone of the Quest The Syndicate of Surf on YouTube http://www.syndicateofsurf.com/ http://sharawaji.com/ http://surfrockradio.com/ Top
CousinMary Joined: Nov 16, 2009 Posts: 1077 San Francisco Bay Area	Posted on Jul 14 2017 11:38 PM I have the same problem of getting choked up, but I will be glad to get up and say something if no one else volunteers. Coz bigtikidude wrote: I hope somebody can get up and say something. I get all choked up for things like this. Top
Syndicateofsurf Joined: Oct 08, 2014 Posts: 1073 Northern Ohio	Posted on Jul 14 2017 11:53 PM Love is hard. — Da Vinci Flinglestein, The quest for the Tone, the tone of the Quest The Syndicate of Surf on YouTube http://www.syndicateofsurf.com/ http://sharawaji.com/ http://surfrockradio.com/ Top
Sonichris Joined: Mar 06, 2006 Posts: 1911 Wear gloves - I'm in the Rockies	Posted on Jul 17 2017 01:54 PM Wow! What a day! There was a huge turnout all day long. 12 bands, including 4 instro bands. John would have been in beside himself with happiness. It was fantastic. The Royal Aces The Beloved Invaders The Aquasonics The Von Hodads — "You can't tell where you're going if you don't know where you've been" Top
Brian Joined: Feb 25, 2006 Posts: 19351 Des Moines, Iowa, USA	Posted on Jul 17 2017 01:55 PM Thanks for the photos Chris! — Site dude - S3 Agent #202 Need help with the site? SG101 FAQ - Send me a private message - Email me "It starts... when it begins" -- Ralf Kilauea Top
DoNtFearTheReverbBass Joined: May 24, 2008 Posts: 422 Land Locked CINCINNATI OH	Posted on Jul 18 2017 12:44 PM Love it...wish I could have been there. Nice photos too. John ..a beautiful soul I first met at an INSTROSUMMIT in NC - yes, he is missed. — The mighty KAHUNATONES Don't Fear the Reverb ! Grateful Surf ! SURFIN' Tiki Bandits ! I can be reached through the following or at don@donschott.com. : www.donschott.com www.eyerecords.com www.dontfearreverb.com www.kokopellistages.com Top
bigtikidude Joined: Feb 27, 2006 Posts: 25704 Anaheim(So.Cal.)U.S.A.	Posted on Jul 18 2017 01:15 PM Colorado surf represent! Wish I could have been there. But more so, I wish Tuck could have been there. — Jeff(bigtikidude) Top

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