Equipment Stolen in Saskatoon

07/22/2012

Friday afternoon in Saskatoon our van was broken into and we were burglarized of over $15,000 worth of our most beloved equipment, including Jack's custom P-bass, Curt's custom Telecaster guitar and Dr. Z amplifier, and nearly all of our luggage. We're trying our best to stay positive and move forward, but this loss will be a very difficult one to overcome. Therefore we're asking for your generosity and taking donations to help get us back on our feet and through the rest of the tour. Please follow the link to donate and find more details, including a full list of everything taken. Please pass this on, as even $1 helps very much. Although our insurance should cover roughly half of the financial loss, the guitars were invaluable to us, as they were built to our custom specifications and entirely one of a kind. Thanks so much to all our fans for your infallible support, and to everyone at Ness Creek Music Fest; a weekend deep in the woods with such loving people, great music and no internet or phones was immeasurably therapeutic.

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Here is a list of everything taken. Information on any of the missing items would be deeply appreciated.
-Fender Custom Shop Telecaster, sonic blue with heavy physical wear (responds to Levon Helm) - $3450
-Fender Custom Shop Precision Bass, vintage blonde with heavy physical wear (responds to Harriet Tubman) - $2699
-Dr. Z Route 66 Amplifier, blonde - $1649
-Dave Smith Prophet '08 rack mount synthesizer - $1050
-Variety of DJ Equipment - $1700
-Luggage/personal belongings - $4900

The theft occurred between 3:30 and 4:30pm Friday, July 20 in the parking lot of Centre Mall (3510 8 Street East, Saskatoon, SK). The security video revealed that two males in a grey 2000's Dodge Caravan quickly and methodically dismantled our vehicle door lock and emptied it of valuables. Unfortunately no clear faces or license plate numbers could be seen in the tapes. The police have serial numbers for most everything and are doing what they can. Here are photos of the guitar and bass.

Levon

Harriet

Thanks all, much love,
The Bright Light Social Hour

Ness Creek

Comments

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07/22/2012 4:14pm

Guys, I hope they catch those losers. Don't let it stop you though! Keep rocking BLSH!!

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07/22/2012 5:15pm

I thought Canadians were supposed to be nice... Those tricky evil bastards.

Malcolm

07/22/2012 8:32pm

Yes, nate just because some canadian people stole their gear, that makes all of us canadians evil...

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07/22/2012 8:57pm

Sorry?

Roy

07/24/2012 9:35am

Fucking Canadiens! Dont go back!

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07/24/2012 9:51am

Like this never happens in the states

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07/22/2012 5:21pm

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07/22/2012 5:24pm

This is actually quite common and happens to many bands every year. Don't know what the solution could be. I have heard of thieves stealing a whole trailer full of gear (Derek Trucks Band).

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07/22/2012 5:31pm

That absolutely sucks. I apologize on behalf of all Canadians. I know there's no way to replace personal belongings and custom instruments, but I hope that you get the help that you need! And that some of this stuff shows up at a pawn shop. I'm so sorry!!!

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07/22/2012 6:29pm

Ughh...not right that something like this happens anywhere! May Levon & Harriet be returned safely, asking too much maybe, you never know :) Best of luck and most importantly, Keep Smilin' :D

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07/22/2012 6:42pm

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07/22/2012 7:07pm

Thats awful! Just sad really, I hope you the best

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07/22/2012 7:36pm

i would punish them by chopping their fingers off and would very patiently ask again if they want to steal anything else this time pointing at their ears to be next in line...stupid twats really...take care

Cobby

07/22/2012 7:40pm

Guys this is bullshit, you definitely don't deserve the losses. I bet the loss of those two instruments is just immeasurable. Try to press on, chaps!

Alex

07/22/2012 8:21pm

I've sent what I can! Good luck, friends.

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07/22/2012 9:00pm

Saw you dudes in Burnstown... (Jay - burns my ass they took your Prophet...) I can't send much, but I'll help out. Chin up dudes...

Ron

07/23/2012 8:31am

I had the same thing happen to my band, and it sucks SOOOO bad. I feel for you guys, and firmly believe that there's a special circle of hell for people that steal from hard working musicians like you guys.

hagstrom

07/23/2012 9:21am

that's what you get for travelling with custom instruments, you morons. had you been travelling with a hundred-dollar rental, you'd have it insured and nothing of value would be lost. so tired of bands who drive around with a fucking mobile music store complaining of getting ripped off. I'm sure your rich daddies will buy you all nice new "custom" instruments, you whiny fucking crybabies. grow the fuck up, suck it up, and move on. its not the instruments that define you as musicians.

Antihagstrom

07/23/2012 9:34am

Hagstrom. You sir are the whiny baby. Grow some feelings. It's really OK to care when bad things happen to good people...

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07/23/2012 9:54am

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07/23/2012 10:09am

hagstrom...you are a complete tool...most musicians work their asses off to buy their equipment, custom or not. you are a douche for saying otherwise...hope someone breaks into your place and steals eveything you own. And then takes a shit on whatever is left. You are a loser...and karma is a bitch...

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07/23/2012 10:53am

Tell you what Hagstrom, I'll come over to your place of business and steal everything you need to get the job done. $15k worth. Then lets see who the real whiny fucking crybaby is. You are a piece of work. Clearly not a friend of the bands and obviously not a musician. You go on the road and tell me if you have enough money to rent equipment at every stop. Here's an idea...take your poison somewhere else.

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07/23/2012 10:13pm

I bet you drive a huge ass truck.

Kelly Mainhart

07/24/2012 12:06pm

Hagstom put the freaking gun down!!! Obviously they want to play on the instruments they love and they should be able to without f*ck heads ripping them off....It just sucks balls and you could find at least a little compassion, I am sure if you dug deep down into your rotten soul!!

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07/24/2012 8:01pm

You OBVIOUSLY don't have a clue about what you're talking about on SO MANY levels!

Carmen

07/23/2012 9:31am

ever heard of theft insurance?

eddysamson

07/23/2012 9:42am

Ever heard of reading comprehension? It says specifically in their post insurance will cover roughly half of it.

Juan

07/24/2012 6:40pm

I have heard of both insurance and reading comprehension and I'm still confused: what kind of policy can you get where you specify that you would only like half the value of your insurable item covered?

Bright Light Love

07/23/2012 9:47am

So so sorry to hear this happened to you guys!
I saw you guys at Sound Academy and you guys ARE SO FUCKING AWESOME! Been waiting patiently to see you again on July 27th...I hope this doesnt cancel that show! =( Wishing you guys luck! Can only afford a small donation but every bit helps!
oh and one last thing............................................................
HAGSTROM???? YOU ARE A DIRTY ASS DOUCHE BAG! GROW UP!!! People just disgust me!!!!
Rock on Boyz.....you will over come this misfortune!!!! \m/

jim

07/23/2012 9:52am

Hey Hagstrom your a dick. It's unfortunate that peoples stuff gets stolen even when its under lock and key. Karma will get the thief's, Haggstrom and the bright light social hour. See you guys at moe.down. Tear it up.

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07/23/2012 10:16am

Hey Hagstrom FUCK YOU fucking LAMEASS mutherfucker these guys are fucking incredible musi

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07/23/2012 11:00am

this happens literally all the time, especially in Canada. Comeback Kid had their van, merch, gear, and trailer stolen in montreal and Mxpx had their gear stolen TWICE in six months. my band has invested in 2 boots. one for the trailer, and one for the van. just need to macgyver a security system for the trailer door.

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07/23/2012 11:18am

Post a list of stolen gear WITH SERIAL #'s on www.thegearpage.net . there is a section for stolen equipment. Highly recommend you put it up there. 1000's of people read that and most are musicians looking out for other musicians. Good luck dudes. Always carry at least the guitars into your hotel room every single night. Been playing for 30 years, I never leave my guitar unattended. If I go to a restaurant, I sit where I can see my vehicle. I never leave guitars in cars overnight , never.

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07/23/2012 1:33pm

the way Hagstrom feels is EXACTLY the way the thief does. I'll rip off yer stuff cuz .. it just shouldn't be there. I helped recover a stolen bass back in the early 80's ... my Bass player bought the stolen bass [62 Candy apple red Jazz modified] in a bar for $100. I was in the refinishing biz at the time and was asked to re-finn it ... when I inquired why such a gorgeous bass needed to be re-finned and subsequently told the story ... I of course refused ... and left the band. 2 yrs later when playing a gig with another band, I was informed by the lighting guy to keep a lookout for just this bass ... I reported to the authorities, bass was recovered and though I didn't know the musician at the time, we are now friends ... as it turns out, he was the bass player for Edward Bear back in the early 70's.
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I truly hope the f**ks that stole the gear, electrocute themselves with it.

07/23/2012 1:50pm

I heard you guys over at Ness Creek. You were amazing. The crowd loved you guys. Best of luck.

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Indeed we loved you very much, especially in the early mornin on the piano backstage ;)

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07/23/2012 2:11pm

That is never a good thing to happen, however you did melt many faces and minds at ness creek, we would love to have you guys back as soon as possible. If I come across the equipment I wil promptly steal it back at all costs possible. You guys are great and I am going to order your cd as soon as I finish posting this. Please come back to Saskatchewan as soon as possible. The people are on your side. We miss you guys already, safe travels. Take care of your hair!

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07/23/2012 4:29pm

WTH... This is happening way too often!! I hope that you all get all the equipment back!! :(

hagstroms mom

07/23/2012 5:06pm

douchebaggery is not tolerated in this family young man! I am going to go a give blowjobs to randoms for a nickel a piece until I raise enough money to buy these nice boys new guitars

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07/23/2012 10:05pm

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07/23/2012 5:22pm

That totally sucks. We welded one of these on our van (http://www.homedepot.com/Master-Lock/h_d1/N-5yc1vZyw/R-202260772/h_d2/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10053&langId=-1&storeId=10051). I also built a box in the back and made sure all the windows were boarded up. We have limo tint on the back as well so you can't even see in.

I can't even imagine how awful you guys have to feel right now.

Of course, the show must go on! Keep rocking!

jbz

07/23/2012 7:42pm

can't believe you played such a great sounding set on borrowed gear! it sounded fantastic at ness. hope you get your things back.

Leah

07/23/2012 8:54pm

Why would you be so stupid to leave all that equipment in your car????

Carrie

07/23/2012 9:42pm

I'm so sorry this happened. that's so messed up. the last time something valuable was stolen from me, it helped to keep reminding myself that at least i don't have the kind of life where i have to go around smashing huge rocks through people's cars and stealing things. I really hope your stuff and the thieves are found. :o)

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07/23/2012 9:48pm

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07/23/2012 10:04pm

I truly hope Ness helped make up for such a shitty occurance. We LOVED you!!! You were my favourite band of the fest and that jam with Wazimba was sooo solid. Super pumped to listen to your vinyl and I really hope to see you play again! RIGHT ON TEXAS!!!

linda

07/23/2012 11:26pm

give the band there shit back assholes like giving saskatoon a bad name dumb shits

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07/24/2012 12:18am

There's a special spot in hell for those who steal from musicians.

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07/24/2012 9:55am

you know crackheads and meth-heads are the same in every country.. they are quick and cunning but in the end really fkn stupid and will get caught pawning it somewhere..

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07/24/2012 2:23pm

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07/24/2012 2:25pm

Sorry for your loss Guys! GREAT show at Ness! Will keep an eye out for your gear.. Keep on singin.-)

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07/24/2012 2:31pm

Im so sorry to hear this guys I really hope Harriet and Levon return home safely. If it helps at all you guys blew mine amd everyone elses minds at Ness and I cant wait to see you again. Im forsure ordering the album and will try to pitch in however I can. And to all the haters calling them stupid for leaving their shit in the van, fuck you Im sure they feel bad enough and realize it was a bad idea so fuckoff and stop making them feel worse. Rock on guys, hope to see you soon!

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07/24/2012 3:19pm

Hey guys! Sorry to hear about your gear! But congrats on the success of the tour. I'll throw in some support. Come back to Dallas soon!

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07/24/2012 4:45pm

so bummed to hear about this horrific tragedy. i have had something similar happen to me when my home was broken into a few years ago and all of my recording equipment including years of unfinished music recordings, synthesizers, guitar rack equipment, my entire vinyl collection that i had put blood sweat and tears into building over the years, my prized Vintage Gibson Les Paul Custom guitar, handed down to me from my father who played it during his musical carreer in the 70's and 80's (worth about $3,500 alone) and other valuable studio items... were robbed from my house during a break in and i never saw any of it again. no insurance, just a crushing loss that i still think about to this day. good luck with it all and i'll try to throw something in the pot to help. cheers!

Samantha Rex

07/24/2012 4:51pm

Heartbreaking news guys :-( I donated $50 I wish I could give more. I hope to see you in NY where we shared the stage at Bowery Ballroom. Good Luck, I am sending my love and I'm posting it on my page to help out as well!

Richard

07/24/2012 5:53pm

Hey fellas, this is the security guard you dealt with that got you the footage. I plan on going to our pawn shops around town so thank you for posting the pic's.. Will do what I can to help. Keep on keeping on guys.

Jack

07/27/2012 2:29pm

Richard, Jack from the band here. Thanks a million for your help, we'll be regularly calling into all the area pawn shops but if you happen to see anything familiar please let us know!!! Thanks again!

Dean

07/24/2012 7:40pm

Hey there. Just thought I'd let you know that I was at your Ness Creek show and loved it. Also heard about the theft. As a former resident of Saskatoon I feel embarrassed and apologize on behalf of all Saskatoonians who are sickened by such dastardly deeds. Hope your fundraising gets you back on your feet quickly. I just gave $10. Not a lot, but I hope it helps. Good luck with the rest of the tour!

-Dean

Adam

07/24/2012 11:49pm

You guys sounded awesome at ness creek, I hope you will come back. I left $50 towards the pot, cheers!

Carol

07/25/2012 9:40am

You guys took the show away at Ness with your amazing performance! I was in such awe when I saw you guys live! I am so sorry to hear about the theft, although it is a great loss I know something good will come out of this! Stay positive, everything happens for a reason in this journey we call life :)

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07/25/2012 1:35pm

Sorry to hear this happened to you. It's One of the worst feelings there is. We just had $25,000 worth of equipment stolen from us at our house a week ago- however insurance refuses to cover any of it.
It sucks being told you did something wrong when you did all you could to prevent it.
Hope you get your stuff back, or who ever has it takes great care of it and becomes the next thing. It looks like you have a lot of great people on your side!

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07/25/2012 2:02pm

JOE - sorry to hear..Annie told me about it and I am throwing some cash your way ($100 and a promise to make Elk meatballs & spaghetti). Bummer for sure! You guys are awesome and can't wait for STUBB"S show.

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07/25/2012 2:16pm

Huge loss, and even though $ can't replace the history and love, it's the least we can do. Loved the show at NXNE in Toronto in June! Seeing you guys tomorrow in Hamilton, bringing a big crew! And then Yonge&Dundas on Friday too! Chin up and keep rocking. Give us a fundraising update...

Mike Johnston

07/25/2012 4:06pm

Showing my support by coming to enjoy you again at the Casbah in Hamilton on thursday 26th.Got my ticket and counting the minutes!!!

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07/25/2012 5:31pm

Ah shit guys. That f'ing blows. Real sorry to hear it. I remember when the same thing happened to Portugal.The Man a few years back, and Fender stepped up and offered to replace all their gear. Maybe similar good fortune will happen for you guys. Either way, Do512's got your back, and just kicked in to the cause. G'luck and dont stop rockin on whatever shitty backline gear you have to use in the meantime.

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07/25/2012 5:53pm

Donated what I could. I feel for you guys. An event that makes you grow stronger and change....however crappy has its upside.

ATX512

07/26/2012 12:16am

Please quit begging and blaming other people for your nonchalance. I mean, really, if you valued your stuff it would have been guarded and fully insured.

Nope-no sympathy here lol.

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07/26/2012 11:05am

You're not ATX. The 512 knows music like no one else, anywhere. Shit, we are the live music capital of the fukin world. If you really live in ATX, leave before we shove a drumstick up your ass.

The Bright Light Social Hour rocks. Saw them in the Stubbs Indoor few years back. Loved it. Looking forward to the outdoor in September. See you guys there... and hopefully you too, ATX512. Wear a Teletubbies shirt so we know who you are. It's the pink one next to your Hannah Montana jacket.

Jack

07/26/2012 8:06am

wanna borrow my american standard tele for a bit?

Bob

07/26/2012 12:15pm

Love TBLSH and feel terrible that this happened. One of the best bands to come out of Austin in many years. For the haters posting idiotic comments here, when touring like these guys are, it is logistically impossible to guard your van/trailer 24/7. And that really isn't even the point....... ATX512 and Hagestrom -> somehow you think it's OK to steal other people's shit. You also probably think it's OK to rape and pillage if you can get away with it.....and you'd probably blame the victims. Think before commenting..... if it were your stuff that got nicked, you'd be singing a different tune I'd bet.

Toronto Jim

07/27/2012 3:23pm

I also saw you guys at the Sound academy as part of CMW with I mother earth. Have been waiting for tonight at Yonge/Dundas Square for a while since it was announced.
Sure casts a bad light on Canada when this kind of thing happens.
Believe me it is just a small amount of people who are bad up here.
Take care and see you guys tonight!!!!!
Loving the CD I bought at your show and also the EP that I got after you played!!!

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07/31/2012 9:25am

Hey Guys I just was looking at this ...This fucking blows! I know the feeling had some of my equipment stolen in the 70's.... And after seeing those two amazing instruments and talking about them, I would personally take those asswipes that stole them to Thialand...cause they have the best treatment for thieves Cut their hands off. Let me know if you hear any news... By the way I am outta Ottawa August 15th so you guys better come up to Vancouver next year I can work on it for ya....
Yes People these guys are the real deal and they are doing what musicians have to do in todays music world to survive TOUR! Like Crazy... I have seen them three times now and every time they friggen made my neck hairs stand on end....I am one who has control of the airwaves and believe me I have been promoting the crap outta these talented musicians... Super Band, and super nice guys.... Hope you get those instruments back I will keep an eye out for them.
Curtis, Jack, A.J. and Joe Keep rocking and keep going ...I hear a hit coming soon .... I'll let you know about Vancouver soon. Later guys.

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08/19/2012 12:04pm

posted this story and links everywhere we could. We even send letters to long and Mcquade, gibson, fender etc. forwarded your tour dates so they could meet up with you. Hope you have some luck recovering the gear. all the best
Douglas
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