tumbledownshack Posted May 3, 2013 Report Share Posted May 3, 2013 One of JamBase users' most tracked bands, Dark Star Orchestra, faces a major transition as bassist Kevin Rosen is departing the tribute band that recreates Grateful Dead concerts in their entirety. It's going to be “bassist-by- committee” to start as Skip Vengelas will play the role of Phil Lesh for DSO's next five shows, May 9 – 14. Rosen will then return for the remainder of May and his final show with the band June 1 at Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom in New Hampshire. Then the bass duties will be transferred over to Jim Allard while DSO begins the search for a new full-time replacement. DSO's lineup has always been in flux, with the most impactful personnel change coming when John Kadlecik departed to devote his full attention to Furthur and his own band. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum MVP Tea Posted May 3, 2013 Forum MVP Report Share Posted May 3, 2013 Isn't April fools on 4/1!?! Haven't looked around for the story yet but if this indeed true, I'm shocked. My hope is the circumstances are professional and not personal. Stay tuned I guess. Wow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tumbledownshack Posted May 3, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 3, 2013 http://www.jambase.com/Articles/118531/Bassist-Kevin-Rosen-Leaving-Dark-Star-Orchestra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum MVP dsostar Posted May 3, 2013 Forum MVP Report Share Posted May 3, 2013 Oh my…. Not knowing the circumstances, I hope nothing I write is taken out of context. I typically like to stand in front of Kevin a few rows back on the floor. After Phil sat in w/the band, I thought Kevin really kicked it up dropping bombs. As if I wasn’t already looking forward to DE on the 16th & Penn’s Peak, I certainly will be shouting thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tumbledownshack Posted May 3, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 3, 2013 A message from Rosen to his fans reads: Dear friends, After all my years of touring with Dark Star Orchestra, I find myself in need of an extended break from life on the road. In addition, my mother’s declining health makes it even more important to be home at this time. For the first five shows of our May tour, our good friend, Skip Vengelas will be filling the bass role. I will be returning for the rest of the tour, culminating with my last performance at the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom on June 1. Please know that I am leaving with a heavy heart. _I would like to thank all of the fans for your support throughout the years. I would also like to express my gratitude to all the members of the DSO family. Over the years, you have become my family. It has been one of the great pleasures of my life to be a part of DSO and I know that I am going to miss it. I will surely miss my band mates, all of my friends in the audience and the many great people I have met along the way._ Rest assured that the train will keep on rolling and the bass position will be in capable hands for years to come. May all of your days be good ones! Peace – Kevin Rosen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum MVP Evangeline Posted May 3, 2013 Forum MVP Report Share Posted May 3, 2013 Lots of love to Kevin and his Mom. So glad I will get to see him at the Jubilee!! {{{Kevin and Mom}}} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum MVP Tea Posted May 3, 2013 Forum MVP Report Share Posted May 3, 2013 No Doubt - Here's to Kevin and is incalculable contributions to this band, this music, and to the many fans of DSO. It just won't be the same without him but it is comforting to know that he will be able to be there for his mom - she needs him. The Jubilee is going to be bittersweet for sure. The Wheel keeps turnin.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blindman Posted May 3, 2013 Report Share Posted May 3, 2013 Much love Kevin to you and your family. Can't thank you enough for the past 12 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty the Scoob Posted May 3, 2013 Report Share Posted May 3, 2013 Best of luck if you're reading this, Kevin! I've always liked seeing you and the band! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oysterhead Posted May 3, 2013 Report Share Posted May 3, 2013 Good luck in the future Kevin ..been great seeing you on stage....wishing you and your family all the best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dancin' Fool Posted May 3, 2013 Report Share Posted May 3, 2013 Vibes to you and your Family Kevin. Thanks for the fun! Perhaps I'll get to say hi in Boston or Hampton Beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum MVP nwnj steve Posted May 3, 2013 Forum MVP Report Share Posted May 3, 2013 tom thumb blues Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cusnjohn Posted May 3, 2013 Report Share Posted May 3, 2013 Hey Kevin, best of luck to you. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muddy Waters Posted May 3, 2013 Report Share Posted May 3, 2013 Thank you, Thank you, Thank you....Kevin.... Chicago always in the pocket.....the Chicago glue.. Peace, Love and Best Wishes. Your fans will miss you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pdxhead Posted May 3, 2013 Report Share Posted May 3, 2013 Sad news...thank you so much for all the love you pour through the bass...good luck to you Kevin! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funkadelic1022 Posted May 3, 2013 Report Share Posted May 3, 2013 Always love being front and center for Kevin. The syracuse show last year was great when I was trying to take a picture after a few too many beers and Kevin was laughing away at me failing to do so. Quality memories for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ducats Posted May 3, 2013 Report Share Posted May 3, 2013 Always love being front and center for Kevin. The syracuse show last year was great when I was trying to take a picture after a few too many beers and Kevin was laughing away at me failing to do so. Quality memories for sure. to bad that didn't happen when that picture of you was snapped Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advisory Board Herdygerdy Posted May 4, 2013 Advisory Board Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 I've known about Kevin's departure for a while, but it really didn't sink in until now... Kevin is by far my favorite person onstage when DSO plays.. When I dance upfront, I usually try to be near Kevin, as we will occasionally make faces at each other while they preform.. Kevin is GREAT person, and I wish him nothing but the best.. I don't know Jim Allard, but I do know Skip, and he's a great guy and a great bassist. Kevin is DA MAN, and I hope with all my heart that his mom does well in her road to recovery... Gonna miss that man so much, but life goes on... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum MVP Island Bro Posted May 4, 2013 Forum MVP Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 Kevin, thanks so much for thumping it hard up there over the years...you will be missed brother... Love to ya... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum MVP chuckvegas Posted May 4, 2013 Forum MVP Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 Always steady and rock solid...Kevin, I hope you read this and know how much you will be missed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum MVP FunkyBass13 Posted May 4, 2013 Forum MVP Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 Always rock solid indeed. You will be missed, my friend. So glad I got to hear the rumble one more time in Seattle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum MVP gr8fulpair Posted May 4, 2013 Forum MVP Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 Kevin, you've always seemed a sweet soul to me, the kind of person I'd like to go fishing with. I hope the very best for you and family. You've done a helluva service to this community and it won't be forgotten. Can't wait to absorb some bombs from you at the jubilee!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Timmins! Posted May 4, 2013 Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 Best wishes to Kevin and his family. Dude is a wicked bass player, no doubt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum MVP Dead duck Posted May 4, 2013 Forum MVP Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 Hopefully more of a "see ya later" than a farewell. Best to you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gratefulfordso27 Posted May 4, 2013 Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 Soo very saddened, but grateful for the memories...best of luck with all u attempt to achieve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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