I got in touch and explained what we were looking for and we got all the answers need. Soon we where sent a rough mix… Or at least that’s what he called it, to me it sound fantastic. 

That was possibly one of the best things about working with him… He put you at the centre of everything. You constantly get ask your opinion on different versions of the song… The first version you hear sounds great, but you then receive more and more… unbelievable improving every time.

For all Rabbits experience and history, he works hard to accommodate musician from all budgets… The price we receive was honestly unbelievable for the service we received through the whole process.

He did absolutely all that you could possible expected and we hope to work with him long into the future

Rab’s latest online session is with 2 young irish guys singing ‘HOW TO SAVE A LIFE’….Produced by Rab. We wish these 2 talented brothers all the success they deserve. Good luck Sean & Joseph………You people out there should check their video link out…

What I saw and heard was a group of musicians going through the paces of a long piece of work. The only person on the stage who appeared to be having any fun at all, and putting much into it was Pete Townsend. Daltry went through the motions – but if you look at videos and stills from prior shows, it appeared staged. There is a point during Bell Boy when he turns and watches the video of Keith Moon singing it, and even the hand gestures were basically the same as the show I saw. It didn’t detract from the performance, but the only spontaneity seen on the stage was Pete’s. Anyone who hadn’t seen prior performances would have been amazed. The audio was great. The lighting, stage and visual performance was superb. But, if you saw the 1996 Quadrophenia show, or the 2000 or 2002 shows, this was lackluster. I saw the 2006 Endless Wire show in about the worst place on Earth – Seattle, Washington, and even though the sound was not good, and most people in the Pacific NorthWest are bi-polar, it was better than this. The spark was missing on Friday. In all fairness to Seattle, I did get sober there. However, I think Seattle itself was part of why I drank to excess. When I got sober, I got license plate holders made that said, “Washington – The Bi-Polar State.” Finally, I just left. They may have kicked me out.

I was horribly disappointed by the keyboards. In the few weeks leading up to the show I’d been listening to the recordings from the Shoreline Amphitheater show from 2000, and I listen for the keys. I love “Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere,” from Townsend saying, “This is so fucking stupid,” to the end, but what really sets shows like that apart from what I saw and heard on Friday is the musicianship and the keyboards. I love those recordings. I can hear your piano work, and out of the blue, in the song come these odd funky little synth and organ riffs which are really reminiscent of Won’t Get Fooled Again. It’s just really good. You are a very good, single keyboard player. On Friday, they had 3 passable ones, one of whom had little business being on the stage – and that, unfortunately, is the musical director. Frank Simes had no business being there. Loren Gold was the same as he was in Daltry’s band for Tommy. He may be a great player, but I didn’t see or hear it. He used a Yamaha S90. He had 2 synths or workstations. One, I’m pretty sure was an Access Virus TI2. The other might have been a Kronos, but I couldn’t really tell, and I was unsure what was sequenced and what wasn’t, and what virtual instruments he had. And then there’s John Corey. I thought he was going to drop dead. I was expecting to see Chris Stainton, and I looked at this bloated, white haired guy who spent a fair amount of his time standing up, wiping his face with a towel and then sitting down again and I thought, “What the fuck is this?” The guy had a massive gut. I caught myself thinking, “Is this Santa or Dr. John?” Then I thought, “It must be Santa as Dr. John is very close to being a god.” The piano parts I heard were passable, non-descript, rehearsed – what I’d expect to see and hear from “any” decent group, but not The Who – or any group which would call themselves The Who. I could have carried it off by myself, much better. You did many, many times. What made Tommy a disappointment for me in 2011 made Quadrophenia a disappointment for me on Friday. Except for Pete’s pieces there was absolutely nothing which didn’t appear unscripted. For 5:15, while the clip of John Entwistle played, and Starkey drummed along, Pino left the stage, and then returned at the end to finish up the song. It was great to see and hear the tribute to the greatest rock bass player who ever lived, but to me it was an incredible disservice to one of the greatest living rock bass players around. I would have much rather seen and heard something from Pino than re-watching Entwistle, as good as he was. Again – too rehearsed and staged for my taste. The piano intro to Love Reign O’er me, into the strings, which always gets me emotional, I simply found strange. There was enough of the original to make it recognizable, but Corey threw in these odd pauses, as if waiting for someone to throw him a dog treat, and then added a suspended chord at the end, resolving it to the tonic before Gold brought the strings in, and I just thought, the only thing cheesier would have been if he finished with an “amen,” chord change. And Daltry just could not carry off the vocal for it. He tried, and did an okay job, but there was just no hitting it at the end.

The six hits, following Quadrophenia were okay. Again, Pete’s guitar was the star. Nothing else seemed fresh. As many times as I saw you with The Who – 8 times, playing the same pieces (Except for Endless Wire), there was always something which set the pieces and the shows apart. There was some spark, some excitement, fun. The band may not have been having a good time, but they certainly appeared to. And, I still just do not understand why the end with “Tea and Theater?” It just lends more to the whole “staged” feel, with Roger and his cup of tea. But, lots of people seem to love that. I’m just not one of them. I’m a Who fan. I saw Muse on Monday, and that was lights, bells, whistles, you name it, along with the talent, charisma, etc. In other words, the spark was there.

I’m sure that many, many people left on Friday night astounded at how good the show was, and it was good, but I’m unsure of what I saw. It came across more as a stage musical than a rock concert, and I’m not sure why, but I’d like to punch Frank Simes. He reminded me a little of Neil Sedaka, and I don’t want to punch him. Maybe it was the stupid hat he was wearing. I think that if you had been there, even if there were other keyboard players and YOU had been the director, you could have breathed some life into it, polished it up, made it shine a little. The opening band, Vintage Trouble, was about the best opening band I’ve ever seen. They had the place dancing. They didn’t have a keyboard player, though, so although they sounded great and had incredible stage presence – as you and I both know – any band without a keyboard player sucks.

…I’m so sorry.  We’ll miss you out there.  Get healthy, ok?

…I was really saddened to see you weren’t on the current Quadrophenia tour.  I’ve always had an admiration for your playing (especially Hammond playing).  You were really missed on the Endless Wire tour during the passing of your wife…and I know I speak for many of your fans now, that you will be missed this tour.

     I saw your most recent message.  I don’t know what happened…and I’m not asking.  All I know is that sometimes in life, there is a reason.  The frustrating thing is…most of the time we don’t know the reason until well after it’s over.  Is it our Creator’s will?  Do we have some sort of amends to make?  If anger is the second part of grieving a loss, it’s a necessary (albeit shitty) part of the process.

     I wish you peace and good energy.  I’ve been lucky enough to see you play with The Who 13 times…I hope for more.

…Sounds like life is grim- count on Jesus- read the Bible- any Gospel chapter in the New Testiment. I can’t speak or understand your situation but there is always Hope and I’ll be praying for you- God Bless!

…Hi Rabbit..thinking of you and hope you are ok..missing seeing you on this tour..

…Look to the future. This will have plenty of fun and beautiful things produce.

…Oh man!! I don’t know what is worse, getting paid not to play, or having a height complex at his age!! Sounds like some of the Prima Donna’s I have dealt with over the past years, from these 20 something year olds!

…That’s fucking nuts! Why can’t he realize how fortunate he really is, and just let it flow.
I was going to something much ruder but decided to not put the negativity out into the universe.
It’ll sort itself out, Pete knows what is best and Roger will be subdued.

…Oh for fuck’s sake!! That IS insane!! Stupid idiot Roger is.
I’m so sorry, I bet you’re really fucking pissed off!!

…I would assume the reason you won’t be there is MONEY. You cost and they can pay someone else less and if they are miming it won’t matter. Miming is probably a good idea as Rogers voice is fucked. He hollers for the first couple of songs and then he’s done – just like at the 02. Its a shame but its the way it is. The Who is dead as a band and has been for years.

…Why in the world are you not on the Who’s tour this year?  I am really bummed about that.  You have been the glue holdin’ those boys together on stage for so long, man I am stunned.

…There is a lot of talking about The Who’s tour. Also a lot of musicians except you. Why you are not been playing on The Who’s tour?

…The who announced a tour and you are not listed as the keyboardist!
What’s up?

…How come you won’t be with The Who? Is everything ok? I sure will miss you.

…I’m really sorry to hear that you are no longer with The Who. To me (and many others) you were a big part of The Who. I think everyone will feel your absence at the concerts. I’ve heard lots of stories of Roger being mean/rude to people. He’s fired other great musicians like yourself for no reason. I don’t understand why he keeps doing that. I’m actually surprised that Pino and Zak are still in the band. Anyways The Who aren’t coming anywhere near Edmonton Alberta plus your not going to be there and Pete’s probably playing acoustic guitar, so I won’t be seeing them this time.

…I’m a big fan of your work and I find your style of playing very fascinating. You sure have worked with lots of people. Do you have a favorite musican/band that you have worked with? Also The Who announced their Quadrophenia tour today but they didn’t list you in the lineup. Will you be playing with them?

…I’m a great fan of your work. Thanks for your talent. I just saw the announcement of The Who North American tour – are you not going to play on this tour? Hope To see you perform soon.

…John why are you not on the new Who tour?  I’ve seen you with them so many times over so many years I consider you the third member of the band after Pete and Roger.  I know many other Who fans feel this way.

…This is mainly me being nosey- but I saw the announcement about the Who’s Quadrophenia tour. and no Rabbit! Are you retiring or something? I hope you are okay anyway!! I’ve seen all the various versions of the group since 1980, and it won’t be the same without you there!
Hope you are well, and thanks for all the enjoyment your playing and music has given me over the years,

… am really surprised
I’m sure it’s just roger trying to be cheap and pocket more money

…That’s really insulting considering you’ve been in the band 20 years before them
They are being cheap

…Hello, Rabbit! Or Mr. Bundrick, I suppose I should say. I’ve been fortunate enough to see you perform with The Who for four different live concerts, in addition to the online videos. I’m deeply saddened that you are not listed as touring with The Who this coming tour. Once Entwistle passed away, there was at least the comfort that you, stood steady with Pete and Rog and in my eyes were more that a touring member, but an integral part of the band. I hope all is well in your world and hope to see you perform again in some form or fashion. After all, us Texas folk need to stick together!

…I had the pleasure of meeting you with some friends in LA after the VH1 show and you were a real gentleman. I noticed that you are not touring with The Who on Quad tour in the fall. Some of the fans are wondering if you are okay. I hope all is well.

…Hi Rabbit, I don’t know the circumstances surrounding these decisions but I just wanted to let you know I have been a long time fan of your work and I am saddened to hear you won’t be preforming with The Who on their next tour. I hope all is well.  Thanks for all you’ve done.

…Rabbit, just heard you wont be on this tour. Cant tell you how disappointed I am. If what I read is true I’m really very surprised at Roger.

…didn’t see you at the olympics ….. how come ….?   will you be touring the US with Roger and Pete this fall ……?

…I have a question. Are you present at the tour of the Who in the States? Thank you and good luck

…Hey Rabbit, Long time Who fan big fan of your playing. I bet you are getting this question a lot in the recent weeks but I was wondering how come you aren’t touring with the Who in the fall. You’ve been with them in 79′. It’s sad that you won’t be joining them. I did get a chance to see the show in Boston in 2008 and you guys were on fire that night. Best of luck with your other projects! Thank you for your time.

…Probably the best career move you will ever make! Or have made for you.
This just draws a line under so much uncertainty and in so many ways, releases you from musical bondage.

…I don’t know what Rogers’s problem with you is.  I don’t know how you tolerate the band’s crazy on again/off again routine.  Roger has always been a hot head type of personality.  Now he is abusing you thinking firing you is the ultimate power trip & he hopes Pete will stand behind him.

…

Thank all you guy’s and gal’s for your support at my Who situation.
I really appreciate it and miss seeing all of you from the Stage, as I have done for so many years in the past. Have a lovely Christmas.

luv

John Rabbit Bundrick

I AM BITTER,BUT IT’S ALL DOWN
TO MY OWN FAILURE TO SUCCEED AT
THE HIGHEST LEVEL I HAD SET FOR MYSELF
AT THE BEGINNING OF MY CAREER.

THANKS FOR THE RIDE

JOHN RABBIT BUNDRICK

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