A Sad Day Indeed
Rosemary Gates is sad to announce the departure of guitarist
and founding member Jim Stock from Rosemary Gates. Jim was tantamount to the
formation and the evolution of Rosemary Gates since its beginning in 1996. “I
will miss him very much,” commented co-guitarist Mike Archbold. “Jim and I have
always had a special connection as guitarists. Most guitarists are very
competitive and constantly bump heads in trying to establish dominance in a
band. It was never that way for us… EVER. From day one
when I joined the band in ’98 we hit it off musically and never detracted from
each other. On the contrary… I think the combination
of our instruments gave RG the PHAT sound that many local bands lack. Jim is my
brother and I will miss him much”
It sounds like Jim will kick back and enjoy life a little
after 9+ years in a working band. Look for him out cruising on the Harley and
trying his hand at other musical opportunities. WE WILL MISS YOU
BROTHER!!!!!!!!!
Moving On, Moving Forward
So what does Jim’s departure mean for the rest of the band?
Charley, B, Mike, and Chris have decided to carry on as a four-piece. It will
be business as usual for the guys as summer gigs have been booked and we have a
full slate of shows lined up for your ROCK N ROLL pleasure.
The band is also well into the recording process for their
follow up to the 2000 debut album Shine. Drum and bass tracks are complete and
guitars are being tracked. The boys will be in the studio this Sunday laying
acoustic tracks. Check the Web site often for pictures and sound bytes.