Local Musicians Honor Brown Bird's David Lamb at Columbus Theatre
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Local Musicians Honor Brown Bird's David Lamb at Columbus Theatre
Lamb, who sang in the Providence-based folk rock duo Brown Bird since their founding in 2003, died Saturday at Memorial Hospital in Providence due to complications from leukemia at the age of 35. News of Lamb’s passing not only sent shockwaves through New England, but also the nation as a whole.
Following Lamb’s passing, MorganEve Swain, his band mate and wife, issued the following statement on the band’s website regarding Lamb’s yearlong battle with cancer.
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLAST“Dave’s body began to shut down under the stress of a year-long fight and a sudden and aggressive leukemic relapse, Today, surrounded by his family and so many friends, Dave peacefully let go. Thank you for all the love you’ve all shown us. It helped so very much to know we had an army behind us.”
Lamb’s “army” of supporters came out in droves on Tuesday at the Columbus to celebrate the life and influence of this local legend. The free concert included the likes of Joe Fletcher, Death Vessel, Alec K. Redfearn, and Last Good Tooth.
GoLocal was privileged enough to capture some memorable moments from last night’s show, which we’ve compiled into the accompanying slideshow.
Check out the David Lamb Tribute Show slideshow below
Slideshow photos by Rick Farrell
Columbus Theatre Tribute to David Lamb
Illuminating Broadway
The name of one of Rhode Island's most beloved musicians, David Lamb, dons the illuminated marquee of the Columbus Theatre on Broadway Tuesday night.
Showing their Support
A large crowd stretches down Broadway prior to last night's show.
Dan Blakeslee
New England folk musician and artist Dan Blakeslee playing for the crowd on the sidewalk before the show.
Vudu Sister
Providence-based Vudu Sister (Keith McCurdy and Diane O'Connor) playing for the crowd before the show.
Tom Weyman
Tom Weyman, Brown Bird manager and co-Founder at Columbus Cooperative opening the show.
Last Good Tooth
Indie rockers Last Good Tooth perform on Tuesday night. Pictured left to right: Penn Sultan (vocals, guitar), Arthur Kapp (drums), Kevin Sullivan (bass).
Alec K. Redfearn
Providence musician and composer Alec K. Redfearn, who is known for his unique accordion playing style, performs Tuesday night.
Death Vessel
Joel Thibodeau of the neo-traditional folk band Death Vessel playing at the Columbus Tuesday night.
Joe Fletcher and the Wrong Reasons
Popular Americana band Joe Fletcher and the Wrong Reasons entertain the crowd at the Columbus.
Joe Fletcher and Friends
Joe Fletcher and the Wrong Reasons accompanied by a talented array of local musicians perform on Tuesday night.
MorganEve Swain
MorganEve Swain, former bandmate and wife of David Lamb, sings with friends before the Columbus crowd.
Michael Lamb
Michael Lamb, David’s brother, thanks the crowd at the conclusion of Tuesday's show.
An End to an Emotional Evening
The crowd at the Columbus is wowed by an emotional evening.
