We All Should Care

Accept the call for a deeper purpose.

Spencer Bell had a way with words. You only have to listen to a few of his songs before that realization grips you to your very core.
Often his words were blunt, and straight to the point without coddling and that my friends, is in fact something that has drawn me out of a darkened corner more than once.
If you don’t possess any of his music, or knowledge of who he is, please go to The Music Lives On and prepare to be lost in a vortex of talent and emotion.
That being said, I’ve been away for approximately two weeks, and when I returned home, in my email I found the link to a video (Courtesy of Bill Bell – Spencer’s father and Debbie and Shannon of ASCC NOW) that Jackson Rathbone and Will Schmidt have put together, in honor of The Legacy Show in Dallas, Texas on April 24th, 2010…

The vision in the video, and of those closest to Spencer, never ceases to amaze me.
I didn’t know Spencer in life, but I am thankful that I was given the chance to know him, if only posthumously, thankful to those closest to him, who share his memory, with someone, so many someones that used to be strangers, who are now treated as family and friends.
It is because of my respect for his family,friends, his legacy, because of the celebration of his life,and of the talent that has inspired and touched so many in this small, small world, that I will continue to be adamant and passionate in my modest dedications to Spencer.
That being said…

Thirty Three horribly long days left until the Spencer Bell Legacy show at Trees in Dallas, Texas!
Now, I know I’ve written several posts about this, and as the time inches nearer, as my excitement increases, there will be even more to look forward to.
I’ve informed you of the contests that ASCC NOW is hosting to raise money and awareness for Adrenal Cancer Research, you should have a look at their site and check it out for yourself!

I hope to see you there, because believe me, in the words of Ben Graupner “We’re Gonna Party!” There is no better way to Celebrate the life and Legacy of Spencer Bell, in my humble opinion.

Alright ya’ll gather round and listen up! I want to tell you about something AMAZING.
Comfy? Good.
Since you read this site, you know who SPENCER BELL is by now, beyond any doubt. If you don’t, then please, after you read this, click his name and prepare to be whisked away into a vortex of memories, love,friendship, and pure, raw talent.

That being said, the Spencer Bell Legacy Show is coming up! April 24th 2010 and I’m literally counting the days, don’ t believe me? It’s exactly 110 days from today!

Why am I so excited about it? I’m glad you asked.

Because I was blessed enough to attend the Legacy show in Michigan – August 15th 2008 – and let me tell you, it was beyond words!

The people that I met were so sweet, it was like everyone knew everyone, and I guess in a sense most of them did, thanks to the Legacy site. Spencer may not be with us physically but his art, his music is STILL bringing people together, and through us, the Music Lives On.

The bands, that I didn’t know much, or anything at all about before I went? They ROCKED so hard, that I’m still dancing. My mind was blown!

Check them out!! (Their names are clickable so you can see for yourself, although, anything recorded is great, it doesn’t do them the JUSTICE of how awesome they are LIVE!)

Tin Tin Can
Drew and The Medicinal Pen
The Stevedores
100 Monkeys

This show promises to be every bit as good,if not BETTER, as these bands come together to show their love and support for their friend Spencer Bell, and by token raising awareness for Adrenal Cancer Research.

I know, I know, you want to know the details, be patient I’m about to hit you with them!

The when,where,time?

April 24th, Dallas Texas, at a wonderful venue called Trees.
There will be two shows (as per tradition it seems)
An all ages show in the evening and an 18+ show that night.
Trust me, the bands still have plenty of energy for the night show!

It was at the night show that I spent, what, 4 hours or more dancing? And in uncomfortable boots, but I didn’t care! (That’s how wonderful these Legacy shows are, how infectious, and powerful the energy is that fills the atmosphere!)

For this show who do they have lined up? OH get ready!

Tin Tin Can
Drew and the Medicinal Pen
The Stevedores
100 Monkeys
PLUS
New comers to the Legacy Show line up!

Evro

AND

The Kissing Club

But that’s not all. I know what you’re thinking. There’s more? Of course they couldn’t stop there, are you kidding me? These people know how to party, it is for Spencer after all!

There will be contests ( a music video contest, a t-shirt design contest), a special auction, and a raffle with celebrity donated items.

Contest prizes

* The winner of the music video contest will have their video played for the duration of the concerts. (how wicked is that?)

*The winner of the t-shirt design contest will have their design produced and sold through the Spencer Bell Legacy Project. (That would be something to feel honored about!)

Now for the auction, this will floor you, and at the very least motivate you to donate to a good cause!
You have to opportunity to bid on:

* Interviewing the bands prior to the concerts on live streaming Internet

*dinner with the bands between the concerts

-OR-

* a meet and greet with all the bands in a special VIP area

The Raffle Items:

* a guitar signed by Bowling for Soup

* autographed pictures from Simple Plan

* a special designed t-shirt by Kelly Rathbone

* autographed portraits of the bands

Winners of the raffle do not have to be present to win and the tickets will go on pre-sale in February 2010 (so grab yours early!)

To learn more about the contests and Artists Supporting a Cure for Cancer be sure to visit ASCC NOW !

Batten Down the Hatches Dallas, here we come!