It shames me to write have this post, but hopefully some good will come of it - a band i recently had the pleasure of seeing at Ottawa Bluesfest twice, and rockin out to big-time both times, the Bright Light Social Hour, has had their van burgled and all their gear stolen in the Canadian city of Saskatoon. Now, with all due respect to Saskatoon, you're making us all look bad you jerks!
According to the update on the band's website, they were at a large shopping mall in Saskatoon when two guys pulled up in a van, broke their locks and stole all their gear and luggage, including a custom guitar and bass designed for the members of the band. This is terrible news as those guys are on their first Canadian tour and now we will forever be tainted by some bad Sasktatoon apples. The band also has a very important gig at the upcoming moe.down and, furthermore, will be back in Canada opening for Umphrey's McGee in Toronto on October 24.
They are asking for donations to help recoup some of the losses and continue performing on their current tour, and i hope everyone who reads this will join me in helping out. On behalf of the entire Canadian jam community, im sorry guys, i really am, and dont let this tar your image of Canada. Most of us are nice people! Best of luck finding your gear.
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