Gord Downie has passed away

CPR7
CPR7 Stade de France, July 10, 2016 Posts: 379
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Rock in Peace. 2017 has been unforgiving to the music world. 
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  • Jimminez
    Jimminez Posts: 217
    RIP.  Sad day indeed.
    2018 - 8/8, 8/10
    2016 - 5/5, 5/8, 5/10, 5/12, 8/5, 8/7
    2014 - 6/28, 6/29
    2013 - 10/12, 11/24
    2011 - 9/14
    2005 - 9/16
  • ehbacon
    ehbacon Posts: 1,972
    RIP, so damn tragic.
    Listen to some of my music here (if you want to): [url="My soundcloud"]
  • PJNB
    PJNB Posts: 13,890
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xIaBcfL6vU

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e8Fi46BFAF0

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d18UWu4dRv4

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6QDjDPRF5c

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aoXM95WyJjM

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7fj2wCJnCo
  • PJNB
    PJNB Posts: 13,890
    Sad day indeed. After watching the Long Time Running documentary I have a new found love for Gord and the band. It is incredible what he went through to prepare for that last tour. What a strong and loving man. RIP. 
  • HughFreakingDillon
    HughFreakingDillon Posts: 40,129
    :cry:
    Your boos mean nothing to me, for I have seen what makes you cheer



  • CPR7
    CPR7 Stade de France, July 10, 2016 Posts: 379
    PJNB said:
    Sad day indeed. After watching the Long Time Running documentary I have a new found love for Gord and the band. It is incredible what he went through to prepare for that last tour. What a strong and loving man. RIP. 
    Haven't seen it yet but my wife went and saw it and said it was really good. Will definitely be watching with a heavier heart when I do watch it in November
  • CPR7
    CPR7 Stade de France, July 10, 2016 Posts: 379
    For all of our Canadian friends Long Time Running will air nationally on CTV on November 12. Steaming on Crave TV the following day. Our international friends will be able to stream on Netflix on November 26
  • PJNB
    PJNB Posts: 13,890
    CPR7 said:
    For all of our Canadian friends Long Time Running will air nationally on CTV on November 12. Steaming on Crave TV the following day. Our international friends will be able to stream on Netflix on November 26
    Thanks for the heads up. I will set the DVR. I still have the Kingston show saved on it. 
  • Lone Drawn Meteor
    Lone Drawn Meteor Posts: 1,230
    F*ck.
    "If you are flammable and have legs, you are never blocking a fire exit." - Mitch Hedberg
  • CPR7
    CPR7 Stade de France, July 10, 2016 Posts: 379
    PJNB said:
    CPR7 said:
    For all of our Canadian friends Long Time Running will air nationally on CTV on November 12. Steaming on Crave TV the following day. Our international friends will be able to stream on Netflix on November 26
    Thanks for the heads up. I will set the DVR. I still have the Kingston show saved on it. 
    Ha same here. It's one of those recordings that will not be deleted. 
  • CPR7
    CPR7 Stade de France, July 10, 2016 Posts: 379
    Double Fuck as I just realized that this news broke exactly 5 months to the day since we've lost Chris. 
  • Torontonian
    Torontonian Posts: 562
    Sad day. :-( RIP Gord, you were an original.

  • HughFreakingDillon
    HughFreakingDillon Posts: 40,129

    STATEMENT

    October 18, 2017

    Last night Gord quietly passed away with his beloved children and family close by.

    Gord knew this day was coming – his response was to spend this precious time as he always had – making music, making memories and expressing deep gratitude to his family and friends for a life well lived, often sealing it with a kiss… on the lips.

    Gord said he had lived many lives. As a musician, he lived “the life” for over 30 years, lucky to do most of it with his high school buddies. At home, he worked just as tirelessly at being a good father, son, brother, husband and friend. No one worked harder on every part of their life than Gord. No one.

    We would like to thank all the kind folks at KGH and Sunnybrook, Gord’s bandmates, management team, friends and fans. Thank you for all the help and support over the past two years.

    Thank you everyone for all the respect, admiration and love you have given Gord throughout the years – those tender offerings touched his heart and he takes them with him now as he walks among the stars.

    Love you forever Gord.

    The Downie Family

    Your boos mean nothing to me, for I have seen what makes you cheer



  • Nami
    Nami Newfoundland Posts: 5,999
    RIP Mr. Downie... Thank you for everything! 
    Hamilton 9-13-05; Toronto 5-9-06, Toronto 8-21-09, Toronto 9-12-11, Hamilton 9-15-11....
  • Rygar
    Rygar Posts: 8,712
    RIP, sad
  • demetrios
    demetrios Posts: 98,322
    Very sad news today. RIP Mr. Downie :( 
  • jeffbr
    jeffbr Seattle Posts: 7,177
    RIP, Gord.
    "I'll use the magic word - let's just shut the fuck up, please." EV, 04/13/08
  • chain
    chain Montreal Posts: 336
    Gord Downie his all about the pure definition of "live performances".  The connection with all of us in front of him was exceptionnal... Besides Pearl Jam, The Tragically Hip was my thing... my recluse... my inspiration... Gord Downie made me wanted to see every other bands live to discover what they were all about... 1 other band gave me those chills... its PJ...  All those stories, those smiles...  Gord and Ed are all about the music, the fans, the connection between us... 

    Will never forget you Gord... thank you for being a part of my life... and thank you for giving me the opportunity to discover live music like never before...
    Toronto 96-09-21 / Montreal 98-08-20
    Barrie 98-08-22 / Montreal 00-10-04 / Montreal 03-06-29
    Montreal 05-09-15 / Quebec 05-09-20 / Montreal 11-09-07
    Worcester 13-10-15 / Denver 14-10-22 / Quebec 16-05-05
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  • Chris519
    Chris519 Posts: 150
    We all knew it was coming but holy shit this hurts.
  • PJ_Soul
    PJ_Soul Vancouver, BC Posts: 50,984
    edited October 2017
    I was prepared for this day - I think it was harder for me when I found out he had terminal brain cancer than it was to wake up to this terrible news. Nonetheless, I'm so, so sad about this. I feel the void. Never again will we have someone like Gord. :heartbreak:
    With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to be happy. ~ Desiderata

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