We really were. Neal was a gentle, introspective, deeply soulful human being who lived his life through artistry and kindness, read the announcement of his death on his Facebook page Tuesday morning. string(11) "Image_1.gif" Casal was a native of Rockaway, New Jersey, where he graduated from Morris Knolls High School. They quickly become the most valuable motivation when you are struggling to get through that next tour. Neal paused and took a deep inhale and exhale. EDITORS NOTE:Guitarist Deren Ney first posted these thoughts on his Facebook page on Aug. 27, the day the news broke that singer-songwriter and guitarist Neal Casal (The Cardinals, Phil Lesh, Hard Working Americans, Chris Robinson Brotherhood, Circles Around the Sun) had died at age 50. [introtext] => ::cck::6357::/cck:: array(1) { But at some point you realize that bar in Minneapolis isnt as fun as you remember, or that girl in New York isnt as charmed by you as she was last time, or that guy you liked in Phoenix is actually a weirdo. Neal Casal, the influential roots guitarist who played with Willie Nelson, Shooter Jennings, Ryan Adams, Phil Lesh and more, has died at the age of 50. Neal Casal, a former guitarist for The Cardinals who played with the likes of Willie Nelson, Chris Robinson and Ryan Adams, has died at the age of 50. Send us a tip using our anonymous form. The applause is less thunderous than it was last time. All Rights Reserved. Go easy. Paradise of Bachelors is reissuing Roxy Gordons 1988 album Crazy Horse Never Die d on May 12th. ", Casal released 12 albums as a solo artist, including 2011's "Sweeten the Distance.". "It really was a great lineup For a couple years there, man, we were on fire. A week ago, Casal announced on Instagram that he was producing a new album from one of his favorite singer/songwriters Kenny Roby of Six String Drag, soliciting help from anyone who would like to help out. But his playing on the song is beautiful, and had comforted me about something else entirely that was on my mind today. Brinkley was born Christie Lee Hudson in Monroe, Michigan on February 2, 1954, the daughter of Marjorie (ne Bowling) and Herbert Hudson. I told him I had heard the same thing. They would remain there for the rest of the evening. Thanks for making the world better for a little while, Neal. Get weekly rundowns straight to your inbox, A daily briefing on what matters in the music industry. , , , ( ): , , : , , 180 380 , 5 .. , , As we discussed why our mutual friends thought wed get along, we concluded it was probably our malfunction, something that we didnt have the courage to talk about honestly: That we are true believers, as he put it, people who love music too much and are too sensitive to be in the business of making it. Beachwood Sparks - Sparks Fly Again. Plus, he added. 75% . I loved the guitar textures so much, it had such an emotional impact on me. After signing a publishing deal with Warner/Chappell Music, he forged a long standing professional relationship with producer/engineer Jim Scott. , 6 , Im really just hollowed out by this. 2023 Rolling Stone, LLC. Being the audience is fun. (with Boom Music Group), Andy Grammar To learn more, visit: GospelbeacH - Freeway To The Canyon. WebThose friends and songs beautifully come together on the Casal tribute recording, Highway Butterfly. Grateful for your time. During the Spring of 1999, Casal teamed up with Six String Drag front man Kenny Roby and toured Europe,[9] later that summer recording the live album Black River Sides. [24], In 2007, the Ryan Adams album Easy Tiger was released and went to number seven. Casal co-wrote and sang backing vocals on The Truest Kind,[50] on the album Danny and The Champions of The World. The show benefitedMusiCares, an organization that provides a safety net of critical assistance for music people in times of need.. Casal was also a prolific singer-songwriter in his own right, releasing numerous solo albums and founding the group Circles Around the Sun.

+:966126531375 Neal Graeme Casal (November 2, 1968 August 26, 2019) was an American guitarist, singer, songwriter and photographer. The festival shared images Tuesday of Casal from the weekend, writing, "Thank You, Neal. Neal Casal was loved and in demand for his extraordinary work. Finally, watch Casal performing at the LOCKN Festival last weekend. I dont know how to even feel right now. We really felt confident for awhile [sic]. Throughout the evening artists not only performed Casals own music, but iconic songs that they thought best captured his essence. } Just because you know YOUR trick doesnt mean there isnt REAL magic.. Or to talk to him about a jazz artist he was unaware of and to get a text back a few weeks later with his thoughts after he soaked up that artists entire catalog. string(11) "Image_1.gif" The album was recorded in 2006 during the same sessions that yielded Easy Tiger. And I didnt realize that all day as I struggled with other things, hed been connecting with me, giving me hope through his music. [6], In 1997, Casal signed with the Glitterhouse Records label and went on to release five albums,[7] including Field Recordings and The Sun Rises Here. I thought Todds performance was exceptional! "Rest easy Neal, we love you. Roxy Gordon An Open Letter To Illegal Aliens. I know from talking to him personally that with that many projects comes some pressure, but he was happy to have those kind of problems. We will miss him dearly. I can only wish that youve found your peace returning to the wisdom of the universe. It is reposted here with Derens permission. 6% 2.7% 6 13 2050 . Rolling Stone is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Other artists on the bill for the tribute show include: Beachwood Sparks, Joe Russo, Dave Dreiwitz, Tom Hamilton & Scott Metzger, Dave Schools, Jeff Hill, Bob Glaub, Dan Fadel, Davis Jaynes, Don Heffington, Dori Freeman, Jesse Aycock, John Ginty, Jon Graboff, John Lee Shannon, Kenny Roby, Leslie Mendelson, Rickey Medlocke, Robbi Robb, and Zephaniah Ohora. If youd like to make a donation to MusiCares click here. The folk-influenced rocker and photographer was born in Denville,New Jersey,on Nov. 2, 1968 and began releasing solo albums in 1995 with Fade Away Diamond Time, the first of a dozen poetic,Americana-stylesolo efforts he released through 2011s Sweeten the Distance. Go easy, brother. A video excerpt of Casals soloing at his final gig Saturday in Virginia: Variety is a part of Penske Media Corporation. The 40-plus-song, 5-LP/3-CD album will be released by the Royal Potato Family label in connection with the Neal Casal Music Foundation (https://nealcasalmusicfoundation.org), and the proceeds will go to the foundation, a nonprofit geared toward providing mental-health support for musical artists, songwriters and producers, as well as putting musical instruments into the hands of kids who cant afford them. The Theres A Reward: A Celebration Of The Life & Music Of Neal Casal concert will feature a host of Casals former bandmates and colleagues, including the members of his band Circles Around the Sun, as well as Citizen Cope, Chris Robinson Brotherhood, Mapache, Hazeldine, and numerous others. Next, Scott Metzger offered a dynamic solo acoustic take on Richard Thompsons 1952Vincent Black Lightning which he introduced as a song that both Neal and I loved., Joe Russos Almost Dead (with Circles Around the Suns Adam MacDougall taking on keyboard duties in lieu of Marco Benevento) built toward a celebratory energy with Black Muddy River> Playing In The Band> Let It Ride> Playing In The Band., And Chris Robinson Brotherhood closed the show with a five song set, including Forever Young, Loving Cup, Star or Stone, Smiling Epitaph and Mandolin Wind.. Go easy, brother. As so many know, Neal Neal Graeme Casal (November 2, 1968 August 26, 2019) was an American guitarist, singer, songwriter and photographer. That is real magic. Leslie Mendelson played a stirring version of Jackson Brownes Rock Me On The Water and, later, Steve Earle made an unannounced appearance, playing a solo version of Highway Butterfly, a tune Casal wrote for the late Townes Van Zandt. I read that Ryan donated some guitars and hand written lyrics for auction to donate to Musicares because seeing how he has not played a show since the accusations he didnt want to show up and play and take attention away from what really mattered last night. [22], In 2009 Hazy Malaze released their third album Connections. [5], Casal parted ways with Zoo Records in 1996 and recorded "Rain, Wind, and Speed" released by Buy or Die Records. Believe me that's what all these wonderful artists did for Neal's music as well. It appeared he was in a good head space. . @nealcasal was also a great photographer. I dont know how to even feel right now. When news of Casals death broke, it was widely reported that he had left behind a lengthy letterthe same letter in which he asked that Circles Around The Sun Neal Casal was among the very best at what he did and I am very sad to hear that hes gone. Through thick and thin your heart was a lighthouse of kindness. 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On August 26th, 2019, however, the feel-good story of Circles Around The Sun took a turn for the devastating when Neal Casal took his own life at the age of 50. Adam MacDougalls voice wavered as he prepared to discuss his departed comrade. Thats how my books came about. Neal Casal Format: Audio CD 88 ratings $2998 FREE Returns See all 7 formats and editions Streaming Unlimited MP3 $9.99 Listen with our Free App Audio CD $29.98 2 Used from $31.62 9 New from $29.13 Vinyl $41.99 1 New from $41.99 Includes FREE MP3 version of this album. Lets not forget Mapache! The album featured musicians Don Heffington, Bob Glaub, Greg Leisz. Casal released his sixth solo album Anytime Tomorrow in 2000, produced by Jim Scott. Its a loss either way. - Griff Morris & Jake Turner, Georgette Jones Not sure if it is true or not, just what I read is all. How it was worth all of the struggle, because even if we could only add to it in the tiniest way, we were part of the literal most important thing in the world: rock and roll.

Guitarist/songwriter Neal Casal died on Monday (Aug. 25) at age 50, as hisfriend and publicist Kevin Calabro confirmed via Casals Instagram account on Tuesday (Aug. 27). Casal spent the Nineties primarily making music as a solo artist, releasing his acclaimed debut album Fade Away Diamond Time in 1995 before eventually teaming up to play with Adams in the Cardinals roughly one decade later. ["ImageName"]=> Members can instantly access 500k+ Dates of Live Bands on Tour, Artist Avails, News Archives, and UNLIMITED Box Office without worrying about Pay-More Restrictions! Segment 02. Anytime Tomorrow was the last album to be released by Glitterhouse in 2000 and prompted an extensive European tour into early 2001. Candiloro also produced the Follow the Lights EP, released in October 2007, and reaching number 40 on the US Billboard 200 chart.[26]. 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[47], In 2009, two Hazy Malaze songs were featured on Private Practice season three, episode seven The Hard Part[48] and Casals single The Losing End Again appeared in Fringe season two, episode seventeen Olivia. We have a million mutual friends who say we should be friends.. Some of the other life building events that people go through I havent had some of those things.

[12] Later that year they toured opening for Robert Randolph and the Family Band and during 2003 continued to tour the US, while beginning work on their second album Blackout Love. string(11) "Image_1.gif" Casal began work on early solo demos from 1990 to 1993 at studios in Los Angeles, New York and New Jersey. The cause of death was suicide. According to Ultimate Classic Rock, Neal Casal's cause of death was suicide. Our thoughts are with Neal Casal's family during this difficult time. Id rather do it when they were living pic.twitter.com/vw1kV4ivbu, Tift Merritt (@tiftmerritt) August 27, 2019. Want to know what everyone in the music business is talking about. [30], In an interview with American Songwriter Casal described his experience with the group positively. He formed the trio Hazy Malaze in 2002, releasing three albums with bassist Jeff Hill and drummer Dan Fadel before joiningRyan Adams band, The Cardinals, in 2005, touring with the group and appearing on five albums, including 2007s Easy Tiger and 2011s Class Mythology. I cant believe Im having to say goodbye to my friend and my brother, Chris Robinson said in a statement. [23], Casal joined Ryan Adams & The Cardinals in 2005, shortly after the release of Jacksonville City Nights, replacing J.P. Bowerstock, and toured the US in the summer of 2006, followed by a UK and European tour in the autumn. He didnt need me. What an honor to have known you, true believer. At the time of his death, Casal had been living in Ventura, California. Mine hasnt really been a rock star life, Casal said last year. But the JRAD and CATS sets were the highlights! Have an epic party for me and play my favorite records, and remember all of the good times we had, the music, images, and waves we caught. Ryan Adams & The Cardinals - Magnolia Mountain (Avatar Sessions) Vetiver - Worse For Wear. Well miss him., Neal Casal took this picture of me when I was about 28 years old. But I sense it was something else. 2014 - 2023. [0]=> Adams paid loving tribute to his old friend on Instagram, writing, Oh man. I sit here tonight writing this, unable to sleep, because I think I know why that was, at least for me. Its beautiful and elegant and tough and sad and hopeful all at once. Your eyes a mirror to a better world- your soul bled into ever note. Just heard the news of @nealcasal s passing what a terrible, terrible thing. To comment on this or any No Depression story, please drop us a line at letters@nodepression.com. We burst out laughing. Neal Casal, theguitaristwith Circles Around the Sun and Chris Robinson Brotherhood, died tragically on August 26 at the age of 50. Ive definitely had an amazing life in music. string(1) "1" Its with great sadness that we tell you our brother Neal Casal has passed away, Calabro wrote. She is probably his niece. Through thickand thin your heart was a lighthouse of kindness. PORT CHESTER, NY (CelebrityAccess) The late guitarist and touring artist Neal Casal will be honored at a tribute concert at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester on September 25th. Like real friends do. Casal often performed with Lesh. A statement for Casals team states: As many of you know, Neal was a gentle, introspective, deeply soulful human being who lived his life through artistry and kindness. His family, friends and fans will always remember him for the light that he brought to the world. His family, friends and fans will always remember him for the light that he brought to the world. You wont believe how many open arms are waiting to receive you.

A post shared by Neal Casal (@nealcasal) on Aug 27, 2019 at 3:19am PDT. I watched C-beams glitter in the dark near the Tannhuser Gate. As Moonlight Mile reverberated through The Capitol Theatre, Casals jacket and guitar were brought out and given a place of honor on stage right. ", The statement continued: "As so many of you know, Neal was a gentle, introspective, deeply soulful human being who lived his life through artistry and kindness. When she was seven years old her father, Justino da Cruz vora, who was a part-time musician, died, and at the age of ten she was placed in an orphanage, as her mother Dona Joana could not raise all six children. That is the power of music that Neal was such a true believer in. Mine hasnt really been a rock star life, Casal, . [45], In January 2008 Casal exhibited his photography at the Bauhaus Gallery in Tokyo. His bandmate in GospelbeacH and an earlier band, Beachwood Sparks, Brent Rademaker, posted a lengthy remembrance on Facebook. ["GalleryID"]=> Casal had been, Oteil Burbridge, who was celebrating his 55th birthday, at the show. Ryan Adams & the Cardinals: A View of Other Windows, Neal Casal Dead: Circles Around the Sun Guitarist Dies at 50, "BRENT RADEMAKER (BEACHWOOD SPARKS), NEAL CASAL & MORE FORM GOSPELBEACH DEBUT ALBUM 'PACIFIC SURF LINE' DUE 10/9", "Interview by Jonathan Perry Signing with Zoo records", "Interview with Triste Magazine - Zoo and Buy or Die", "Signing with Fargo and release of albums", Neal Casal Bio, Wiki, Age, Wife, Children, Suicide, Cause of Death, Net Worth, Illness, Health, Drugs, Family, Married, Height, Obituary, Funeral and Instagram, "The Skiffle Players Announce New Album 'Skiff' & Share Single", "Ryan Adams announces hiatus for The Cardinals", "The Pinch Hitter: A Q & A With Neal Casal", "Neal Casal, Guitarist Who Worked With Willie Nelson, Shooter Jennings, Dead at 50", "Ryan Adams' Guitarist to Release Book of Road Photos:: Music:: News:: Paste", "Danny and The Champions of The World collaboration", "Neal Casal, Singer-Songwriter and Veteran Folk Guitarist, Dead at 50", "Interview: Bryan Greenberg Singer, Songwriter and Actor", "Amanda Shires album credits of Carrying Lightning ", Chris Robinson Brotherhood News, Reviews and More, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Neal_Casal&oldid=1140815915, People from Rockaway Township, New Jersey, Articles with dead external links from July 2022, Articles with permanently dead external links, Short description is different from Wikidata, Pages using infobox musical artist with associated acts, Articles with unsourced statements from April 2011, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, Emily Loizeau - L'Autre Bout du Monde (2005) - Guitar, Levi Strom - The Lone Wolf (2011) - Piano, Medicine Hat - Whiskey and Waves (2015) - Guitar, More Townes Van Zant by The Great Unknown (2010), This page was last edited on 21 February 2023, at 22:48. It was like wed written a novel in our first meeting and never spoke of it again.

Casal was Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn's voice coach for the 2004 movie Starsky & Hutch and played guitar on Owen Wilson's performance of "Don't Give Up On Us" which was also featured on the soundtrack. Get concert tickets, news and more! Support No Depression. Jesse Aycock, Jeff Hill, Adam Macdougal, Joe Russo, Dan Fadel and John Ginty then offered one of Casals favorite Dead tunes Ship of Fools, complete with pre-recorded guitar and vocals by Neal Casal. We pointedly never went as deep as we went that night. Your eyes a mirror to a better world- your soul bled into ever note. She had received aGrammy Awardin 2004 for her albumVoz d'Amor. It gets harder as you get older. Neal Casal, Influential Guitarist, Dead at 50 Rolling Stone string(1) "3" Right! Variety is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Her family moved to Canoga Park, Los Angeles, California, where her mother Marjorie later met and married television writer Donald Brinkley in Bel Air, Los Angeles.

He was a beautiful part of the Tambourine sessions, a kind and generous player and friend.