“Hardcore saved my life." We’ve all said it at one point or another. But when our personal struggles are too much to bear, we need to know: Asking for outside help is a matter of saving our own lives.
Though Jon and I weren't pals, we were both part of that Revelation Records fam and spoke a few times over the years.
Reason to Believe was my very first wax ordered through the mail... so it, and Jon will always have a special place in my heart.
When I read the news, I cried tears of understanding why someone takes their own life—that's admittedly dark, but I understand when someone is "done". I've been there too.
Like so many other folks that were influenced by Jon's kindness, lyrics and heartfelt delivery on stage and though airwaves, I always thought of him as that slightly older brother that I wanted more time with.
Jon Bunch Forever. Sense Field is the most important band in my life. I saw them, not knowing who they were, on their first US tour at Studio 158. I met a very close group of friends through their music over the years. Without them I wouldn't have made these friends from around the world. I wouldn't have seen these friends get married, children born, and the darker side with these same friends of death and divorce. I wouldn't give it up for anything. Sense Field brought me life.
"Ultimately, though, hardcore is more of a relief valve than a psychological quick-fix, and eventually, there comes a time when all of us must find an actionable path towards wholeness."
This really struck me. It also seems, to me, like the logical continuation of "what fucked you up to bring you here?" - where do you go next, and what from this do you take with you?
Though Jon and I weren't pals, we were both part of that Revelation Records fam and spoke a few times over the years.
Reason to Believe was my very first wax ordered through the mail... so it, and Jon will always have a special place in my heart.
When I read the news, I cried tears of understanding why someone takes their own life—that's admittedly dark, but I understand when someone is "done". I've been there too.
Like so many other folks that were influenced by Jon's kindness, lyrics and heartfelt delivery on stage and though airwaves, I always thought of him as that slightly older brother that I wanted more time with.
This is really beautiful. Can't wait to read the interview.
Wow... I really needed to read this today. Thank you...:)
Jon Bunch Forever. Sense Field is the most important band in my life. I saw them, not knowing who they were, on their first US tour at Studio 158. I met a very close group of friends through their music over the years. Without them I wouldn't have made these friends from around the world. I wouldn't have seen these friends get married, children born, and the darker side with these same friends of death and divorce. I wouldn't give it up for anything. Sense Field brought me life.
"Ultimately, though, hardcore is more of a relief valve than a psychological quick-fix, and eventually, there comes a time when all of us must find an actionable path towards wholeness."
This really struck me. It also seems, to me, like the logical continuation of "what fucked you up to bring you here?" - where do you go next, and what from this do you take with you?