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Post by tcb on Apr 16, 2004 21:19:16 GMT -5
Canadian Rockabilly Legend Ray Condo Dies At Age 53 Friday April 16, 2004 @ 03:00 PM By: ChartAttack.com Staff
Ray Condo (Photo By Gabino Travassos)
It is with great sadness and regret we report that Canadian rockabilly legend Ray Condo has unexpectedly died at the age of 53.
Condo was born in Hull, Quebec and was raised on a musical diet of Elvis, Hank Williams and Ronnie Hawkins. Although Condo's first band (which he formed after moving to Vancouver) was a punk act called The Secret Vs, he eventually found his way back to his roots, becoming interested in rockabilly and western swing. He spent 11 years in Montreal playing with the band The Hardrock Goners before returning again to Vancouver to front Ray Condo And The Ricochets.
The Richochets led many young Canadian indie club patrons to rockabilly, as the band toured incessantly over the years. They released a series of albums, the most recent one being 2000's High And Wild. Condo was still in prime touring shape before his death, with plans to visit Australia, Europe and the U.S.
Naturally, the Canadian roots and rock scenes are in mourning this tragic news and a few events have been scheduled in Condo's memory. Vancouverites can celebrate Condo's life this Saturday (April 17) at the Railway Club from 4 to 7 p.m. Another tribute will be held in Montreal on Saturday at the Wheel Club. In Toronto photographer Gayle Hurmuses will celebrate what would have been Condo's 54th birthday on May 16.
Torontonians should keep their eyes on local listings for more info on that event as the date draws closer.
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Post by Busgaljan on Apr 16, 2004 21:23:32 GMT -5
I just found that article too LOL
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