Forostar
Ancient Mariner
I guess hardly anyone heard of this name but many of you have must have heard his playing which imo was an integral part of Balls to Picasso's music. I think it could have been mentioned earlier, but I am afraid that this news was overlooked or hardly spread. Anyway here goes (found as an update on the Tribe of Gypsies website):
June 28, 2010
RIP Doug Van Booven
To all the Tribe fans out, especially those of you who were with us in the early days - it is with a heavy heart that we must inform you that our original congalero, Doug Van Booven, passed away last night. Dougie played on the first Tribe of Gypsies album and the 'Nothing Lasts Forever' EP (as well as Bruce Dickinson's 'Balls to Picasso') and his passion and spirit was a big part of those records. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Dougie's family and friends and all those who knew him. Rest in peace, brother.
June 28, 2010
RIP Doug Van Booven
To all the Tribe fans out, especially those of you who were with us in the early days - it is with a heavy heart that we must inform you that our original congalero, Doug Van Booven, passed away last night. Dougie played on the first Tribe of Gypsies album and the 'Nothing Lasts Forever' EP (as well as Bruce Dickinson's 'Balls to Picasso') and his passion and spirit was a big part of those records. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Dougie's family and friends and all those who knew him. Rest in peace, brother.
