The "Rando" Tour...

We are halfway through the Randy Smith/8084 mini-tour and are having a blast! It's great to shar the stage with my old 8084 band mates. It's also been great seeing so many faces from the past and I want to thank everyone so much for coming out to the shows!

Rock On!
Gary

Gary to record and tour with ex-8084 singer Randy Smith!

I recorded drums tracks this week for my former 8084 band mate, Randy Smith. As you know, Randy left 8084 in the summer of 2006 to head south to a warmer climate. He's been working on his first solo CD and has asked me to play drums on this release.

Two nights were spent at West Street Digital in Fairfiled, VT with Andre Maquera at the board. We spent a lot of time getting it all "just right" and the tracks are "in the can"!

Also, dates for an August mini-tour of New England are firming up. Looks for shows in Burlington and White River Jct., VT as well as Boston and Shelburne Falls, MA (Randy's home town) with a guest appearnce by Elizabeth Perkins, one of Randy's classmates from high school as well as New England drummer and producer Hirsh Gardner.

Stayed tuned for more info on the upcoming show dates...

Rock On!
Gary

Seeking Gigs...

Due to "artistic differences, I am no longer drumming for Rumble Doll.

I am currently seeking full time/fill in work. I am also available for studio work.

For reference please contact Andre at West Street Digital.

I can be heard on the CD "Out Of The Blue" by Carol Ann Jones. Also on Ben Patton's "Because The Heart", The Unquiet And Apart" and the soon to be released "Kaboom".

I can also be heard on all of Keeghan Nolan's recordings from 2005 to date, Willard Way's "I Tried" and "Like I Never Loved You".

And of course can be heard on most of the 8084 recordings...

Rock On!
Spud

GarySpaulding.com Website Updates!

Updated the Discography Page adding the new release from Carol Ann Jones. I'm on all 14 tracks so pick up your copy today!

Also updated the Home Page and the Gear pages have been seperated in the navigation.

Hope you all have a safe and very Merry Christmas!

Rock On!
Gary

WOKO Country Club Dance Party @ Higher Ground w/Rumble Doll

Just anounced: The WOKO Country Club Dance Party @ Higher Ground w/Rumble Doll on January 23rd. For Tickets and More Info Go To http://www.highergroundmusic.com/calendar/show/3136/

Get your tickets early as this show is sure to sell out!

Rock On!
Spud

We Will Miss You Doug...

Our great friend Doug had recently passed. Below is his obituary from the Eagle Times out of Claremont, NH.

I knew Doug best as a fellow musician as well as a soundman. I've worked with him for several years and will miss him dearly. He had a very unique sense of humor that would always put a smile on my face and often times have me laughing so hard I would be in tears. I've added some photographs I've taken of Doug in my MySpace photo gallery (http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewPicture&friendID=66338779&albumId=2240689) and they show Doug's sense of humor quite well.

Doug, you will live forever in our hearts! Rest in peace...

CLAREMONT, NH -- Douglas S. Bashaw, 44, died Aug. 6, 2008, as the result of a motorcycle accident.
Saturday, August 09, 2008 6:57 PM

Born Jan.16, 1964, in Springfield, Vt., he was the son of Carroll and Patricia (Roys) Bashaw.

Doug was best known throughout New Hampshire and Vermont as an accomplished musician and sound engineer. Doug was fierce in his commitment to music, a passion that can be traced to an early influence. Doug's father taught him to play a mandolin when he was just 3 years old. Doug enjoyed playing bass guitar and providing vocals in a number of bands over a period of more than 25 years including Block Party, Signature, Mistress, Shine and most recently Sun King.

Doug worked a variety of jobs in his lifetime, working as a truck driver with Uni-First in Lebanon, at the time of his death

Doug married Kelly Hood April 1, 2000. Surviving family members include his wife Kelly (Hood) Bashaw; daughter Kurstin Bashaw, of Charlestown, stepdaughter Teah (Hood) Ranney of Westminister West, Vt.; two stepgrandsons, Garrett and Sawyer; two sisters, Dianne Gage of Walpole and Donna Bashaw-Benvie of Charlestown; his parents of Charlestown; grandmother, Elmira Allen of Springfield; in-laws Jim and Gwen Hood of Saxtons River, Vt.; and brother-in-law Shawn Hood and Shawn's wife Debbie of Acworth. In addition, Doug's five nephews and one niece, with whom he enjoyed close relationships, survive along with several great nieces and nephews, aunts, an uncle and many cousins. Also surviving is a myriad of friends that Doug insisted were a part of his family.

Calling hours will be held at Charlestown Memorial Chapel the afternoon and evening of Wednesday, Aug.13, 2008 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. A memorial service will follow on Thursday, Aug.14, 2008, at the VFW Hall on Lovers Lane in Charlestown from 1 to 5 p.m. Graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Doug took great pride in his relationships with family and cultivated long-lasting friendships. He was extremely proud of his daughters and loved them deeply. Doug worked hard to support young adults interested in music and encouraged talent when he saw it. Doug worked in support of a variety of benefits throughout his career, providing both sound equipment and entertainment to raise money. Ever ready with a joke or comical story, Doug's gift of laughter and a contagious smile will be sorely missed.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any donations be held for a future date to support a benefit concert sponsoring a cause that reflects Doug's interests. Your participation and support would be much appreciated by the family.

Doug died on a motorcycle of injuries that were surely sustained as a result of not wearing a helmet, a momentary lapse in judgment that cost him his life. Normally a helmet user, he perhaps as a matter of convenience, did not put his helmet on for what he perceived as a quick five-minute trip. Doug's family is united in their belief that helmets are essential when using motor and recreation vehicles as well as bicycles and rollerblades. The family urges the responsible use of helmets, no matter how short the trip.

To view an online memorial, send a message of condolence or for more information visit, http;//www.stringerfh.com.

This Week's Gigs and a BIG Thank You!

Bring the whole family to Maple Tree Place in Williston, VT this Thursday (August 7th) for an all ages outdoor show with Gary and Rumble Doll! We'll be playing from 6pm to 8pm so don't be late!

A BIG THANK YOU to everyone who voted in the 97.5 Eagle Country Battle Of The Bands contest as YOU helped make Rumble Doll the winner! Stay tuned for times and dates for our appearence on the Burlington Free Press stage at the Champlain Valley Fair. Also, listen to Eagle Country 97.5 for airplay of Rumble Doll songs!

Rock On!
Gary