GormanBechard
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28 minutes ago, Tweedling said:
Wow. It’s such a trip to get on here and look around after being gone for so long. So much time has passed and so many things have changed. With that being said, Jay Bennett is still such a unknowingly huge reason I fell in love with Wilco. This documentary is long overdue and I don’t mean that in a “what took you so long” way. I mean this man is worthy of more respect and gratitude than he’s ever received since being kicked out of the band This doc (although I’m super late to the party) is so good. I wish I had known about it and the opportunity to pitch in on the kickstarter. I’ve recently went back to my Bennett solo stuff and got on the internet looking for lyrics and tabs and chords stories and pictures and I was so disappointed. What a huge disappointment. I’m disappointed in how seemingly forgotten Jay was and really still is. Hardly and tabs, Apple Music has the lyrics for Cars Can’t Escape on Bigger Than Blue but nothing for the other songs. Nothing with lyrics popped up on the first page of google. It’s really hit me hard the last few days and it’s such a damn shame. The dude really was something of a genius….a mad scientist and the band was better because of it. I’m usually not this outspoken about these types of things but the bands best shit *for me anyways, was. WITH Bennett. I love Sky Blue Sky. In my opinion it stands out the most of all their released stuff post Bennett. But cmon man. The dude was so freaking good. Then you put him and Jeff together?! It was as close to a Lennon-McCartney as anything I’ve ever personally witnessed. Sounds crazy and it probably is but those guys songwriting and musicianship shaped me in a very profound way and I really wish I could have met Jay. I would have loved to tell him “Thank You” He deserves so much more credit than he ever received. I enjoyed this documentary so much. Donna, and the other people that have added stories and feelings from the heart about the man and his music was such a joy to read. Despite it being almost 3 years ago that this was posted, it was sweet and refreshing and I’d like to thank you guys as well! Here’s to Jay! 🍻
Thank you so much for the kind words...and yes, needless to say, I agree completely. (Well, I actually think The Whole Love is the best post Bennett Wilco album, but that's nitpicking...LOL)
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As we get ready to celebrate the new Wilco record, or head off to Solid Sound (or both), let's give a moment to remember Jay Bennett, who passed away 13 years ago today at the age of 45.Certainly the band we know and love today would not be the same had it not been touched by the genius of Bennett. His memory is certainly a blessing...
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For those of you asking for the Where are you, Jay Bennett? double-vinyl LP & DVD, containing Jay's last two albums, we have a limited number for sale now on our online store...
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Thank you to the folks at UNCUT MAGAZINE for the kind words on Where are you, Jay Bennett?
Order the BluRay/DVD combo here: www.whatwerewethinkingshop.com/product/where-are-you-jay-bennett-deluxe-bluray-dvd-combo
You can rent or purchase the digital edition here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/where-are-you-jay-bennett/id1608406427
And on Record Store Day, this Saturday, a DVD of the film will be included in a beautiful 2-LP edition of Jay’s last two solo records, available on vinyl for the first time. https://recordstoreday.com/SpecialRelease/14740
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Not one party...but TWO!We are throwing two big DVD release parties and screenings of Where are you, Jay Bennett? each with a live tribute from Edward Burch & Musical Dystrophia.Tuesday, April 19th at 7PM - Blue Island Beer CompanyWednesday, April 20th at 7PM - The Fischer Theatre, DanvilleTickets: https://atthefischer.comGet your tickets now!!! Help us celebrate the life and the legacy of Jay Bennett!Preorder the BluRay/DVD combo here: https://whatwerewethinkingfilmsonlinestore.bigcartel.com/product/where-are-you-jay-bennett-deluxe-bluray-dvd-comboAnd don't forget about the amazing Record Store Day release: https://recordstoreday.com/SpecialRelease/14740
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Did someone say party!
YES! A DVD release party and screening of Where are you, Jay Bennett? with a live tribute from Edward Burch & Musical Dystrophia.
Tuesday, April 19th at 7PM - Blue Island Beer Company
Tickets: https://whatwerewethinkingfilms.eventive.org/schedule/62254d99941791006795989f
Preorder the BluRay/DVD combo here: https://www.amazon.com/Where-Bennett-2-Disc-Combo-Blu-ray/dp/B09NMF6WSQ
And don't forget about the amazing Record Store Day release: https://recordstoreday.com/SpecialRelease/14740
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Very please to announce that the DVD of Where are you, Jay Bennett? will be released with vinyl editions of Jay's last two albums on Record Store Day. The info is HERE. This release is vinyl only (no digital downloads for the music OR the film.) And the DVD contains the film only, no extras.
But if you want the BluRay/DVD combo (with 5 hours of extras) you can preorder that HERE.
Thank you!
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Here's your chance to see Where are you, Jay Bennett? months before anyone else.Saturday, January 8th at 9pm Eastern (8pm Central) - a Pay-per-View event with a live Q&A with the film's directors. And yes, you can even ask questions.If you are a Wilco fan, the film heavily covers Jay's time with the band from Being There through YHF. And when we say heavily - more that half the film is about that era. Jay's story will captivate you, make you laugh, and break your heart.Tickets/info: https://watch.eventive.org/nhdocs2021/play/619fb92f224a140069870c38#wilco #jaybennett #musicdocumentary #RockDoc #jefftweedy #altcountry #Chicago #documentary #filmmaking #yankeehotelfoxtrot #summerteeth
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If you missed the world premiere in Chicago, get a ticket to a very limited one-time-only pay-per-view event screening of Where are you, Jay Bennett?Saturday, January 8th at 9pm eastern (8pm central). There will be a live Q&A with me and co-director Fred Uhter following the screening, and yes, you can ask questions.We are limiting this to only 250 tickets. Get yours now.
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If you missed the Chicago World Premiere...you can now purchase a ticket to a very limited one-time-only pay-per-view event screening of Where are you, Jay Bennett?Saturday, January 8th at 9pm eastern (8pm central). There will be a live Q&A with me and co-director Fred Uhter following the screening, and yes, you can ask questions.We are limiting this to only 250 tickets. Get yours now.
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The perfect last minute STOCKING STUFFER for the WILCO FAN in your life!A ticket to a very limited one-time-only pay-per-view event screening of Where are you, Jay Bennett?Saturday, January 8th at 9pm eastern (8pm central). There will be a live Q&A with me and co-director Fred Uhter following the screening, and yes, you can ask questions.We are limiting this to only 250 tickets. Get yours now.Tickets/info: https://watch.eventive.org/nhdocs2021/play/619fb92f224a140069870c38
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On CyberMonday, I present the perfect present for any hardcore Wilco fan (all of you)! A ticket to a very limited one-time-only pay-per-view event screening of Where are you, Jay Bennett?Saturday, January 8th at 9pm eastern (8pm central). There will be a live Q&A with me and co-director Fred Uhter following the screening, and yes, you can ask questions.We are limiting this to only 250 tickets. Get yours and one for the Wilco lover in your life now.
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MONDAY / CHICAGO / WORLD PREMIERE / LIVE TRIBUTEWhere are you, Jay Bennett?Jay was always trying to make us laugh, but instead he will break your heart...Get tickets now (some may still be available at the door the night of the show, if we have not sold out by then)
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Wilco fans...one week from tonight in Chicago, the World Premiere of my newest music documentary, Where are you, Jay Bennett? at the gorgeous Davis Theater.I took on this project because I truly believe the music made by Wilco during the Jay era is amongst the greatest rock and roll ever created. That Being There, Mermaid Avenue, Summerteeth, and Yankee Hotel Foxtrot are collectively as good as anything any band has ever released. This film is a tragic love story to Jay, Wilco and the music they created, as well as the gorgeous collection of records Jay released as a solo artist, music that never received the attention it deserved.There will also be an all-star tribute to Jay's music immediately following the screening. As well as a Q&A with me and co-director Fred Uhter.Monday, November 15th at 7:00pm (Jay's Birthday)Tickets are moving quickly...please get yours now for this once-in-a-lifetime event!
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TWO WEEKS FROM TONIGHT in CHICAGO!The WORLD PREMIERE of Where are you, Jay Bennett? at the amazing Davis Theater.A feature-length documentary on Jay Bennett, a legendary musician and recording studio savant, who as a member of Wilco, was a large part of the genius behind their three seminal albums (Being There, Summerteeth, and Yankee Hotel Foxtrot -- he co-wrote most of Summerteeth and YHF with Jeff Tweedy), as well as the Mermaid Avenue/Woody Guthrie sessions with Billy Bragg. Bennett went on to a critically acclaimed solo career, before dying tragically at the age of 45.Get your tickets now...
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Just want to say thank you to everyone who helped make the kickstarter campaign for Where are you, Jay Bennett? a success.I just finished the sound mix yesterday. As usually, Matt Gundy (this is our 13th film together) worked his magic. The film sounds GREAT!Can't wait for everyone to see it...GormanP.S. If you're in Chicago, don't forget the world premiere at the Davis Theater on 11/15
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Just 37 hours to go, but we're still $2500 short. Please show some love for a film about the man who played a big hand in what I know are 4 of your favorite Wilco albums...
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We've got a little less than a week left for the final Where are you, Jay Bennett? kickstarter campaign. Please, if you haven't yet, check out the trailer, and consider backing the film. The BluRay with be a BluRay/DVD combo with over FOUR HOURS of extras. Plus there are so many other cool rewards. We're only $3600 shy of meeting our goal. And I promise the people on this board will LOVE this film! Please show Jay and the film some love... Thank you!
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Tickets are now on sale for the World Premiere of WHERE ARE YOU, JAY BENNETT?Monday, November 15th (Jay's Birthday) at the Davis Theater in Chicago.
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Just listed the few remaining Where are you, Jay Bennett? T-shirts and the one remaining Hoodie from the original run...very limited. Snag yours now, and get a bumpersticker and your name in end credits as a bonus.
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Just added two never-before-seen pieces of RARE vinyl to the Where are you, Jay Bennett? Kickstarter campaign. If they sell, I have two additional copies to offer, but they will be at a higher price.And noticed the early-bird DVD sold out, so we've added 20 more.This movie will rock your soul and break your heart...please help us past this final step. (We know legal & insurance is not sexy, but it's important.)Thank you!
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Greetings all,
Very proud to annouce the World Premiere of Where are you, Jay Bennett? will be at the Davis Theater in Chicago on November 15th (Jay's Birthday) and the BluRay/Pay-Per-View release will be in April 2022.But first, we have to wrap up the final aspects of filmmaking: insurance, legal and the sound mix.So, here is one final Kickstarter, with some amazing rewards and a new trailer. Please back the project anyway you can, send the link to other fans, EVERY WILCO FAN will love this film!https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gormanbechard/where-are-you-jay-bennett-world-premiere-time
Thank you,Gorman Bechard
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Because I like you guys, you get first shot at tickets. (And if you're in the Chicago area, block out the night on November 15th, Jay's Birthday.) But if you're in Connecticut, get your tickets asap. There are only 85 available for this sneak peek.
And it'll be the only public screening until the World Premiere in November.
https://nhdocs2021.eventive.org/schedule/where-are-you-jay-bennett-sneak-peek-plus-live-tribute-to-jay-wilco-60e08432ecd9850045da0443
A visit from the other side...?
in Just A Fan
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A few nights ago I accompanied my wife Kristine to a psychic mediumship reading. I don’t honestly believe in any of it, but she does, and that’s what mattered. It took place in a restaurant with about 20 attendees and the psychic going from table to table.
When the psychic gets to our table, instead of focusing on my wife, as I hoped she would, she turns to me and starts faux playing guitar. “I’m seeing a guitar player?” Playing her air guitar rather frantically, she continues that he passed too early from some sort of drugs, but it wasn’t his fault. That description fit no one I knew personally, however someone I made a movie about comes to mind...but I say nothing.
She continues that he wants to thank me for what I did. And she’s saluting me now. Going between the guitar playing and saluting me. I mentioned how I made a film about someone who fit that description, but never met him. She explained she had an author who was writing a book about someone from 300 years ago, and that was the person who appeared to her. She then mentions New York, that I have a New York connection with this person. Now, with only one exception, New York was where we saw every Wilco show with Bennett. And Kris and I on the drive over had been talking about the YHF show in New York in April, and the tribute Jeff paid to Jay. The psychic keeps saying that this guitarist wanted to thank me, that I did a great job, and salute me for what I did. And it ended there.
So, despite being a skeptic, I’m going to go with Jay Bennett thanking me from beyond the grave for righting the wrongs of I Am Trying To Break Your Heart, and making it right with Where are you, Jay Bennett?
It could be real, it could be all nonsense. I’m still a non-believer, but then I don’t believe in coincidences either. It all certainly left me thinking...