RIP Steve Prestwich

[Pollyanna]

Former Cold Chisel drummer, Steve Prestwich, passed away a couple of days ago after he was diagnosed with a brain tumour two weeks ago.

Some Aussie drummers aren't well-known in other countries but Steve was a fine player. When he started out he was a pretty straightforward rocker with good feel and groove but as time went on his playing became more sophisticated.

Here's a few of my Chisel favourites.

One Long Day: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eP2pgx6iMi4

Breakfast at Sweethearts: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=daKpauTL8oA

Star Hotel (about the riots when an iconic venue closed): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xrDSh7WWdZs

He will be missed.

[Ian Williams]

Thanks Polly! I appreciate your input regarding Steve. Always learn something new every day - from every drummer, even if it´s passed away...Rest In Peace.

[Pocket-full-of-gold]

What? That's like the second thread on Steve Prestwich in as many days!! http://www.drummerworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=71121

You kids really need to learn to use the search function, if you're going to post on such popular topics. :-)



(At least you managed to find the right sub-forum)

[Ian Williams]

ooops.....no one is above mistake, slapped the forehead. ;-)

[Pollyanna]

What? That's like the second thread on Steve Prestwich in as many days!! http://www.drummerworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=71121

You kids really need to learn to use the search function, if you're going to post on such popular topics. :-)

(At least you managed to find the right sub-forum)

Sorry Pocket. I did a search before posting but didn't get a result. No idea why it didn't work. Anyway, the thread you started is here so they cross-reference: http://www.drummerworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=71121

He wasn't much older than me. Same with Harvey James, who died the day before Steve did. Sobering ...

[Pocket-full-of-gold]

He wasn't much older than me. Same with Harvey James, who died the day before Steve did. Sobering ...

There's a bit of life left in the young gal yet, isn't there? :-)

Great links too btw.......I got lost on youtube for over an hour last night listening to old Chisel classics. Still can't get Goodbye Astrid outta my head this morning!!

[Sticking-in-Hair]

Oh man, so sad. I was just listening to Swingshift the other day and had no idea until I just saw this. I was hoping someday to catch Chisel on one of their reunion shows when back in oz. His drumming was perfect for the band.

One of my favorites:

Shipping Steel (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4tnbcuzQB30)