Re: Tour MUST be cancelled

[magik <magik1@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

> The decision to go on after 2 dashed shows is disgusting. They should cancel
> the 2002 tour, reform the band and start again, may be next year.
>
> Don't tell me "It's John's will" as long as bucks are raining.
>
> Sad & Dissapointed,
>
> John Kendall.

As with everyone on this list, I am devastated about the loss of John. He became
my favorite member over the past 2 yrs after seeing them play many times during
that period. I was lucky enough to hang out with him after the JAE BB King shows
last year, in his dressing room. He was such a great guy & I will never forget
those magical moments.

Sadly, this reminds me of the mistake the Who made after the Cincinnati tragedy,
when they continued touring. Didn't Pete regret that decision? But, this one
even seems worse. Where's the mention of the wake & funeral?

Wouldn't it be wiser to postpone the first leg, at least, go to the funeral &
then rethink the future. If then they still wanted to tour, at least they would
have a couple weeks to practice with Pino & they could reschedule the first leg
after the 4th leg. Just some rambling thoughts.

My heart goes out to the extended Who family & especially John's mom, Queenie,
whom I was lucky to meet in London in Nov 2000, after the London Arena show.

magik