Hey Bill, Just wanted to wish you a very Happy Birthday. If the situation allows, have a special meal and perhaps an appropriately intoxicating beverage (or two). Robert

The Cabs were very influential for me, and I'm glad to have seen them twice in concert. I don't think Richard ever said a word to, or acknowledged the crowd. It didn't matter as he was obviously working his own brand of musical alchemy up there on stage. As far as his solo work goes, I have most of it, with few exceptions. Many of these were released under aliases, although amazingly enough, I got wind of their existence. While his excursions into a tribal sort of techno are enjoyable, in recent years I gravitated towards the more esoteric, ambient stuff. I also have noticed that in more recent works (including remixes for others) he was incorporating sudden stops and gaps of silence. Fascinating stuff. The Code project was an unexpected dream come true for me. Besides Richard's mastery of synths and samplers, I really enjoy his approach to clarinet, sax and guitar. Needless to say, I was completely taken by surprise by Richard's sudden passing. RIP and thanks for the multitude of music.

Not for me to decide, but among the different forums contained on Dreamsville, this one ain't a swap meet/tag sale flea market page.

Woke up to this devastating news today. Lord knows he had to weather a lot of flack for carrying on the Cabs mantle recently. Aside from Bill, it's hard for me to think of another musician whose work I have collected as much. This of course includes the multitude of aliases. RIP Richard.

Managing to sound tribal, futuristic and ethereal. As far as I know, a very unique approach to the possibilities of the trumpet. His music will live on. RIP.

Thanks for posting this. Yes, I heard the sad news last night. Quite the innovator, and thankfully there are several clips and mini-documentaries on youtube.

Bill, have a great and safe Birthday. You deserve the best!

Ordered!

Yeah, this looked intriguing.

Bill, Not sure what to say here. It was very obvious that your Mum held a special place in your heart...and still does. Any photos, videos or letters from her will seem all the more precious with the passing of time. Please stay strong, and in this highly unusual and difficult situation that we're facing, be extra careful. Love, Robert

Hey Bill, You have such a great attitude 'bout this aging thing. May ye enjoy this birthday to the fullest. Cheers!!

I have successfully interwebbed over to the new forum.