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newton_tom_cat · 03-09-2007, 10:07 PM

http://music.yahoo.com/read/news/40689307

Boston lead singer Brad Delp dies at 55

03/09/2007 8:31 PM, AP

Brad Delp, the lead singer for the band Boston, was found dead Friday in his home in southern New Hampshire. He was 55. Atkinson police responded to a call for help at 1:20 p.m. and found Delp dead. Police Lt. William Baldwin said in a statement the death was "untimely" and that there was no indication of foul play.

Delp apparently was alone at the time of his death, Baldwin said.

The cause of his death remained under investigation by the Atkinson police and the New Hampshire Medical Examiner's office. Police said an incident report would not be available until Monday.

Delp sang vocals on Boston's 1976 hits "More than a Feeling" and "Longtime." He also sang on Boston's most recent album, "Corporate America," released in 2002.

He joined the band in the early 1970s after meeting Tom Scholz, an MIT student interested in experimental methods of recording music, according to the group's official Web site. The band enjoyed its greatest success and influence during its first decade.

The band's last appearance was in November 2006 at Boston's Symphony Hall.

On Friday night, the Web site was taken down and replaced with the statement: "We just lost the nicest guy in rock and roll."

A call to the Swampscott, Mass., home of Boston guitarist Barry Goudreau was not immediately returned Friday night.

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On the Net:

http://www.bandboston.com

wistahpatsfan · 03-09-2007, 10:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by newton_tom_cat

http://music.yahoo.com/read/news/40689307

Boston lead singer Brad Delp dies at 55

03/09/2007 8:31 PM, AP

Brad Delp, the lead singer for the band Boston, was found dead Friday in his home in southern New Hampshire. He was 55. Atkinson police responded to a call for help at 1:20 p.m. and found Delp dead. Police Lt. William Baldwin said in a statement the death was "untimely" and that there was no indication of foul play.

Delp apparently was alone at the time of his death, Baldwin said.

The cause of his death remained under investigation by the Atkinson police and the New Hampshire Medical Examiner's office. Police said an incident report would not be available until Monday.

Delp sang vocals on Boston's 1976 hits "More than a Feeling" and "Longtime." He also sang on Boston's most recent album, "Corporate America," released in 2002.

He joined the band in the early 1970s after meeting Tom Scholz, an MIT student interested in experimental methods of recording music, according to the group's official Web site. The band enjoyed its greatest success and influence during its first decade.

The band's last appearance was in November 2006 at Boston's Symphony Hall.

On Friday night, the Web site was taken down and replaced with the statement: "We just lost the nicest guy in rock and roll."

A call to the Swampscott, Mass., home of Boston guitarist Barry Goudreau was not immediately returned Friday night.

___

On the Net:

http://www.bandboston.com

That sucks.

Is there a better song for driving down the highway with the windows open when the first warm day of spring comes than "More than a feeling"? I know it's hokey and all, but that song hits a nerve for me.

I loved Boston. They were the soundtrack for my high school years. EVERYONE had the Boston 8-track in their Camaro.

Damn.

Fanfrom1960 · 03-09-2007, 10:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wistahpatsfan

That sucks.

Is there a better song for driving down the highway with the windows open when the first warm day of spring comes than "More than a feeling"? I know it's hokey and all, but that song hits a nerve for me.

Damn.

Nope, unless it's Born to be Wild by Steppenwolf. Tough one about the Boston guy. They had a great sound back then.

***Number Cruncher*** · 03-09-2007, 10:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wistahpatsfan

Is there a better song for driving down the highway with the windows open when the first warm day of spring comes than "More than a feeling"?

"Spirit of Radio" by Rush.... The lyrics really capture the moment....

Begin the day
With a friendly voice
A companion, unobtrusive
Plays that song thats so elusive
And the magic music makes your morning mood

Off on your way
Hit the open road
There is magic at your fingers
For the spirit ever lingers
Undemanding contact
In your happy solitude

Invisible airwaves
Crackle with life
Bright antennae bristle
With the energy
Emotional feedback
On a timeless wavelength
Bearing a gift beyond price ---
Almost free...

All this machinery
Making modern music
Can still be open-hearted
Not so coldly charted
Its really just a question
Of your honesty

One likes to believe
In the freedom of music
But glittering prizes
And endless compromises
Shatter the illusion
Of integrity

For the words of the profits
Are written on the studio wall,
Concert hall ---
Echoes with the sounds...
Of salesmen.

***mtbykr*** · 03-09-2007, 10:42 PM

This sucks, I loved Boston!!!

AllabouttheVinces · 03-09-2007, 10:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wistahpatsfan

That sucks.

Is there a better song for driving down the highway with the windows open when the first warm day of spring comes than "More than a feeling"? I know it's hokey and all, but that song hits a nerve for me.

I loved Boston. They were the soundtrack for my high school years. EVERYONE had the Boston 8-track in their Camaro.

Damn.

Best concert I ever saw. And yeah, I had their 8-track in my '68 Mustang.

***Michael*** · 03-10-2007, 12:02 AM

It was a little shocking to see that on the 11 O'clock news. As I posted on another forum (and has been said in this thread) I don't think there is anyone in their 40s that doesn't have a memory associated with this song. No more dancing in the streets of Hyannis.

captain stone · 03-10-2007, 12:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wistahpatsfan

Is there a better song for driving down the highway with the windows open when the first warm day of spring comes than "More than a feeling"?

"Road Runner" by the Modern Lovers.

Johnny Mac · 03-10-2007, 01:09 AM

Boston is darn close to being my favorite album. This sucks.

Pats726 · 03-10-2007, 03:03 AM

Not a big Boston fan...although TS molded a great sound for the band..and then put the pieces together...but it is rather sad..too young...

03-09-2007, 10:07 PM	#1
newton_tom_cat Third String But Playing on Special Teams Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 862	OT: Boston Lead Singer Brad Delp Dead at 55 http://music.yahoo.com/read/news/40689307 Boston lead singer Brad Delp dies at 55 03/09/2007 8:31 PM, AP Brad Delp, the lead singer for the band Boston, was found dead Friday in his home in southern New Hampshire. He was 55. Atkinson police responded to a call for help at 1:20 p.m. and found Delp dead. Police Lt. William Baldwin said in a statement the death was "untimely" and that there was no indication of foul play. Delp apparently was alone at the time of his death, Baldwin said. The cause of his death remained under investigation by the Atkinson police and the New Hampshire Medical Examiner's office. Police said an incident report would not be available until Monday. Delp sang vocals on Boston's 1976 hits "More than a Feeling" and "Longtime." He also sang on Boston's most recent album, "Corporate America," released in 2002. He joined the band in the early 1970s after meeting Tom Scholz, an MIT student interested in experimental methods of recording music, according to the group's official Web site. The band enjoyed its greatest success and influence during its first decade. The band's last appearance was in November 2006 at Boston's Symphony Hall. On Friday night, the Web site was taken down and replaced with the statement: "We just lost the nicest guy in rock and roll." A call to the Swampscott, Mass., home of Boston guitarist Barry Goudreau was not immediately returned Friday night. ___ On the Net: http://www.bandboston.com

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Pats726 Veteran Starter w/Big Long Term Deal Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 9,800 Blog Entries: 14	Re: OT: Boston Lead Singer Brad Delp Dead at 55 Not a big Boston fan...although TS molded a great sound for the band..and then put the pieces together...but it is rather sad..too young...

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