Help For Dan
Help For Dan
I come to you with the unfortunate news that earlier this week one of
our dear friends, Dan Duggins, has suffered a stroke. Below is a
statement written by a mutual friebd of the band and Dan's who has
helped set up a fund for his healthcare. Please read. We love you Dan,
your in our hearts and our prayers.
An old and dear friend of mine, Dan Duggins needs your help. For those
of you who have not heard, or don't know Dan, on Tuesday evening he
suffered a stroke due to a blood clot in his neck. He is currently in a
"locked in" state in intensive care, which means that he can not move
and cannot communicate, except with eye movement. I've just read this
morning that he moved his left foot on command, which is absolutely
amazing, and definitely hopeful!
For those of you who have never met Dan, he was the commanding force
behind the drums for Hot Rod Circuit from early 2004 until the end of
the band in 2007. Over the last couple of years Dan played drums with
the Queen Killing Kings, and currently with Zigmat.
I first met Dan in his days with his old band Lazycain, way back in the
Richmond days...probably 1997-ish. He and I got the chance to become
friends in early 2000 when he filled in for Hot Rod after Wes left the
band. He has always been a great friend, a stand up guy, and a talented
musician. I don't think there is one person in the world that would
disagree with any of these things about Dan. He is just a solid
individual.
When I heard the news yesterday I was in utter shock. This news crushed
everyone that I spoke to yesterday. I am really hoping that everyone
will rally behind Dan and Jo Ann and their families right now in their
time of need and support.
Like most full time musicians, Dan does not have health insurance. His
medical bills and living expenses during/after this will be through the
roof. I have set up a paypal account to help him and his family with
this financial burden. If there are any of you out there that can donate
to help, it would be greatly appreciated. Even a few dollars will help.
Here is the paypal info:
Dan Duggins Fund
dandugginsfund@gmail.com (this is the
paypal account email address) DONATE
Cards and well wishes can be sent to Dan's family here:
Tom & Chris Duggins
4317 Joseph Drive
Glen Allen, VA 23060
Thank you for reading this and keeping Dan in your thoughts. We have to
stay positive for him so he can fight through this!
Dear Andy, this probably wont make it through to you in any way shape or form but...its worth a shot anyway. I think every SoCo/JM fan the world around is so glad to hear that SoCo is back together, and when it was announced that you guys would be playing Bamboozle i think we all allowed ourselves to dream a little in hoping that you guys would play more of a reunion tour. Well, that dream came true, but for me, it was a little on the bittersweet side of things. When i saw that SoCo wouldnt be making a trip to the Great Northwest i was disappointed to say the least.. I live in Seattle and I was at the Sing For Your Supper show at the Showbox Sodo, hearing you guys perform live was nothing short of spectacular. I was just hoping that if there was any way you guys could find a spot in your schedule to make it up to the Pacific Northwest during your Reunion Tour, that maybe you could do something about it. Maybe after you guys wrap up in California or maybe you could fit it in elsewhere? Your music means so much to so many people and i know that you guys could sell out ANY venue in the Seattle area. Shoot, id just be happy if you made it up to Portland. But just hoping that you guys dont make your west coast fans drive all the way to California to see you. PLEASE COME TO SEATTLE!!! thank you for listening and for making such amazing music, keep doing what you do. -David
Dan's actually a good friend of mine from growing up in the coastal Connecticut music scene. He's an amazing guy.
Thanks to whoever posted this on the JM site...
xo
ANDREW!
PLEASE COME TO BRAZIL, WE LOVE YOUR MUSIC HERE, YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION FOR ALL OF US!
BRAZIL IS WAITING FOR JACK'S MANNEQUIN!!!
Hey I would love to send you some "fan mail" is there an address that I could send you something? I just watched Dear Jack and I wanted to thank you for some of the things in the film and tell you how you sort of helped me but I would like to tell you in length about it. That is why I am asking.
Thanks!