Sadly though, one member of Greene’s band has passed away very suddenly.
Drummer Matt Sykes passed away on January 24th after a tragic boating accident near Jervis Bay.
Paul, Matt and bass player Neil Beaver were preparing to embark on the third single tour from Paul’s Aria-nominated ‘Behind the Stars’ album, in February. Although in shock and mourning the loss of their band mate and friend, Paul and Neil will go ahead with the tour, with Greene saying “I am absolutely sure that’s what Matt would have wanted.”
Saddened by the loss of his friend, Paul reflected “Matt, what an amazing bloke you were. Talented on the piano and kora, and one of the best drummers I know; you lived for what you loved and never let money dictate your life; you knew how to love and put all your love into whatever you did. Our thoughts are with Beth, and your family. So glad I got to know you, mate.”
Paul and Neil will perform as a duo for the majority of the tour, with arrangements underway to find a replacement drummer for some of the shows. Beginning in the nation’s capital on February 7, the ‘Gettin’ Lucky’ tour will now be a celebration of Matt Sykes’ life and work.
Paul Greene & The Other Colours 2013 Australian Tour
Thursday 7th February
The Front Gallery, Lyneham, ACT
Friday 8th February
Baha Tacos, Rye, VIC
Saturday 9th February
The Bridge Hotel, Castlemaine, VIC
Sunday 10th February
The Toff in Town, Melbourne, VIC
Friday 15th February
The Greenwell Point Hotel Greenwell Point, NSW
Saturday 16th February
The Heritage, Bulli, NSW
Sunday 17th February
Lizottes, Newcastle, NSW
Thursday 21st February
Camelot Lounge, Marrickville, NSW
Friday 22nd February
Kelt’s Bar, Emu Plains Sports Club, Leonay, NSW
Saturday 23rd February
The Beachcomber, Toukley, NSW
Sunday 24th February
The Brass Monkey, Cronulla, NSW
Thursday 28th February
The Beach hotel, Byron Bay NSW
Friday 1st March
The Queen St Mall Stage, Brisbane, QLD
Saturday 2nd March
The Royal Mail Hotel, Goodna, QLD
Saturday 2nd March
Joe’s Waterhole, Eumundi, QLD
Sunday 3rd March
The Hoey Moey, Coffs Harbour, NSW
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