bouche Posted September 13, 2002 Report Share Posted September 13, 2002 From nero's site (www.neroland.com)... "It is with mixed feelings that we make the following announcement: A very difficult decision has been made concerning the future of nero as a touring/recording entity. From this point on, Chris Buote (formerly of Downtime) will be taking over as bass player for nero, as we sadly bid farewell to Shane Clark. As this is an issue between long-time friends, we feel that nothing more needs to be said publicly, other than we hope that you will all respect this decision, as we stand on the threshold of what we hope will be a long and exciting time of making music together. All shows will go on as scheduled. Thank you for your support. " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaimoe Posted September 13, 2002 Report Share Posted September 13, 2002 All the best in your future endeavors Shane. I'm sure going to miss you in nero. I hope we cross paths again in the near future. And Chris, congrats on joining nero. You have big shoes to fill that's for sure. Best of luck and I'm looking forward to hearing and seeing you in nero soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giggles Posted September 13, 2002 Report Share Posted September 13, 2002 I consider myself to be a good friend of all these parties mentioned here and I'm not sure what to say really. I wish everyone involved the best...the Giggles loves you all... May the blessings, Giggles "Gawpo" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h Posted September 13, 2002 Report Share Posted September 13, 2002 what? no huge fan backlash? Thats great everyone is happy. (shane nero and chris i mean) it must be very tiring touring so much eh? merry merry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
as is Posted September 13, 2002 Report Share Posted September 13, 2002 well, good luck to shane in whatever he's doing, and welcome to chris...... but i'm a little sad...... we'll miss you, shane........... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradm Posted September 13, 2002 Report Share Posted September 13, 2002 It's going to take me a bit of time to figure out what to write w.r.t. nero, so... ...what does this mean for Downtime? The notice says Chris is "formerly of Downtime". As of last weekend, he was still in the band, and Downtime seemed to be an ongoing concern, but I guess they're back to just guitar & drums, so will they continue? Aloha, Brad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms.Huxtable Posted September 13, 2002 Report Share Posted September 13, 2002 Shane, you know how loved and appreciated you are my friend. I felt mournful when I heard. You have brought so much joy to me and so many others. I could have watched you play with nero for a lifetime. On the other hand, I could hardly sleep last night. My favorite guitar player and my favorite bass player in the same band...well that just made me sick with anticipation. The Punk has a way of channeling his soul through his instrument and kicking us in the ass with it. I think that Dave and him are very similar in that they are just such consuming musicians. Look out world! Best of luck to everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kung Posted September 13, 2002 Report Share Posted September 13, 2002 That sucks for so many reasons. Big shoes to fill is an understatement, Shane was the real connection to the gay underground and without that core audience what have you got: One sensible drummer and the late Jim Morrison. Seriously though I am deeply saddened by this news. Not really words to describe the feeling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zimmerman pt3 Posted September 13, 2002 Report Share Posted September 13, 2002 oh Kung, how I miss your humor! Do you miss mine? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
backbacon Posted September 13, 2002 Report Share Posted September 13, 2002 IT was a treat talking with you at nero shows, Shane. Horsehsoe, Jimmy Jazz, the last G Town. Awesome guy. Love watching you up there groovin! Hope I'll be seeing you around. Cheers! K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shainhouse Posted September 13, 2002 Report Share Posted September 13, 2002 Shane, You will be missed more as a friend then as a musician. Anytime I ran into you, you were super friendly and always wanted to hang out, which I will miss. I feel blessed to be able to have experienced some incredible times with the old trio, and I wish Dave and Jon the best of luck in the future. To be honest, I'm pretty bummed about this, but I'll get over it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treyter Posted September 13, 2002 Report Share Posted September 13, 2002 Kung you ARE hilarious dude! and you hit it on the head as well...those shoes are big (and pretty snazzy too!) Shane bud, we ALL love you. I sincerely thankyou for so many good times, BOMBS, and solid, kick-ass performances you've dropped on me since I've known you. You're money baby! I'm somewhat saddened and have mixed feelings about this departure, but I must say that we must all respect the band and it's decisions. It is their decision to make and no-one else's. Welcome PUNK! I look foreward to hearing what you gentlemen have in store for us Hood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaggyBalls Posted September 13, 2002 Report Share Posted September 13, 2002 I would hope yo uottawa folks don't have to say you miss shane because you'll never see him at a nero show...I wish everyone the best of luck and I hope to see you folks soon. As much as i dig on shane's grooves, it'll be nice to see chris dig on the nero groove. i am disappointed however that I didn't get the call to play...now i'm still just stuck with giggles... i guess that's not TOO bad. you'd better play london soon, boys!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
p.p. Posted September 14, 2002 Report Share Posted September 14, 2002 In regards to Bradm's statement about what's up with "Downtime".... one thing I know is that the drummer is playing with "Caution Jam" right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottieking Posted September 14, 2002 Report Share Posted September 14, 2002 Man this has been a weird week. And now, this. Shane, first and foremost, I hope this means nothing but good things for you. Make sure you put London or area on your list of things to do with your new found time. Nero, I know we'll see you soon. Good luck adapting to the changes and hope to hear great things from you soon. Darkstar to Barracuda...over and out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PassedOutGuy Posted September 14, 2002 Report Share Posted September 14, 2002 After taking a full day to take this in I as Brad dont exactly know what to say.. its been a great ride on the Nero Bus so far and Im sure the ride will continue after a short detour... Shane brother as everyone has told u here u are one kind dude... always there with a smile and even willing to drink those REAL Rum and coke's before 10 am... I hope the future brings u much success... And to the rest o f the boys and my boy the Punk I look forward to hearing some musical bliss real soon... You guys know how to make people smile and im sure it will continue... Alll the best... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piranha132 Posted September 14, 2002 Report Share Posted September 14, 2002 Breakups and makeups are always hard to deal with. However, I welcome EACH member of nero, new or old, to Saint John whenever they can find the time. You guys have always rocked, and I look forward to seeing Shane without his glam green bass (as much as I'll miss it), and Chris at the next opportunity. Long live great music and life in its ever-changing beauty. smiles, Nina p.s. I miss you too Todd. Get yer Maritime ass back here, soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Wish Posted September 14, 2002 Report Share Posted September 14, 2002 Again to reiterate what everyone else has said..... Shane is great soul. I always enjoyed his great big grins and greetings. It is always refreshing when people are as great at music as they are at life. I am sure this was a heartwrenching decision, for Shane, Dave and Jay- and I wish you all the best in whatever the future holds. Our door will always be open to any of you!!! Whether it be for a show, or just for vacation. Shane- I have the highest degree of respect for you deciding to live your life the way you want and need to. I am sure that travelling in that bus, playing killer music was a great ride- but true love is the highest plateau you can reach. Best of luck in love and live my friend. Long live nero! Sean Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asparagus Posted September 16, 2002 Report Share Posted September 16, 2002 quote:...and I wish Dave and Jon the best of luck in the future.Man Alive! Am I ever glad that they dropped that asshole Jay from the band. What a prick! Never liked him from the day we met. Now Jon, he's one cool cat. Top dog in my books. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glenn Posted September 17, 2002 Report Share Posted September 17, 2002 best of luck shane on your next endeavour. You three were the first show that we put on and what a perfect way to start our productions on the right foot. The boys at dilate dug your vibes. No doubt about the nero groove going on and getting tighter and going higher. Welcome chris. We will see you all at the end of october, west coast island styles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ms Babs Posted September 20, 2002 Report Share Posted September 20, 2002 not sure if i know Chris, but I hope Nero is just as good without Shane...Shane are you still gonna come to Babylon, cause we'll miss you if you don't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groove Fetish Posted September 20, 2002 Report Share Posted September 20, 2002 we'll miss you dropping by Shane- and hope to see you in Ottawa- next we're out that way...drop by if your ever back our way and guys- we look forward to your new combo at the Rivoli.. Tasha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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