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Name: KA
Brandani Tribute
Sent: 6.14 - tue 2 oct 2001
9 years is a long time, thats for sure. Every year it still blows me away
that Dave Brandani is gone. Every one think of Dave today, he was a
great person who is missed very much by many people.
Rest in Peace
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Name: Mick
Sent: 2.51 - tue 2 oct 2001
I spent 4 days and 4 nights with Brandani in his van when we drove from
Florida to California. He brought these 2 candles that his mom had given him.
They were tall and enlosed in stained glass. On one candle was
the painting of Mother Mary. On the other, Jesus. We lit them every
night when we were on the road. They were beacons of hopes and dreams we had.
I got to know Brandani very well on that trip. There was a side of Brandani
he shared with me that not too many other people had the pleasure
of seeing.
He was kind, warm-hearted, sensitive, caring and witty. He wanted the best
for Lypswitch. He wanted the best in everything he did. His accomplishments
speak for themselves. Brandani was a class act. No doubt about it.
He's not too far from me. I'll put some flowers on his grave for everyone.......
And light a few candles for old times sake.
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Name: Jessie
Sent: 3.39 - tue 2 oct 2001
I only met Brandani a couple of times when I was with KA and he made
an impression on me. He was a really nice guy who was a kid at heart.
The stories I've heard about him are hilarious. I wish I had the opportunity
to get to know him better but I feel lucky that at least I had the chance to
meet and hang out with him a few times. Last time KA & I were in Florida we
went and visited his grave, brought some flowers &
let him know that he will always be missed.
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Name: Leesa Monroe
Sent: 9.39 - wed 3 oct 2001
Dave Brandani was a really cool guy. He was fun, funny, and very caring!!
Whenever I was around him he always looked out for my best intrests and he
really did not know me that well! He was full of life. When he died it
was a shock! Words can not explain the sadness of those who knew and
loved him. You just kinda thought he would never die. Anyway, I don't think
the part of him he left with his friends ever will!! He will never be forgotten.
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Name: JAMIE HARRIS "Funhouse"
Homepage: http://www.robharris.org
Hometown: MANHATTAN BCH CAL,
Sent: 9.07 - thu 26 sep 2002
Hi just thought I would put this web site up thinking of Dave B.
a lot in the past 2 weeks, my brother is in the same place
he died doing the James Bond Mountain Due commercial in winter of "95"
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Name: KA
Sent: 6.37 - tue 1 oct 2002
That is a nice site Jamie, thanks for sharing with us.
Tomorrow will mark 10 years since Dave Brandani passed away....
Everyone please post your thoughts and memorys here on the board.
Thanks
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Name: Bill Hagan
Sent: 5.11 - tue 1 oct 2002
I barely even remember being told about Dave's accident, I was in total shock.
This couldn't be happening. We were all so young. This kind of shit didn't
happen to one of us, especially not Dave. He was so full of energy, so full of
life.
He was always there with a smile. He was right where he wanted to be,
doing the things he wanted to do. Out of all of us, he was the one that was actually
doing exactly what he set out to do, and we were all happy for him. As I'm writing
this, I remember watching those old movies of him that David Love had.
The ones that were recorded on that old camera, on (it looked like) cassette tapes.
Old and grainy. Those were good days. Maybe there were times that weren't as
good as others, but the good far out weighed the bad. Being able to think about
those
times, and your friends, is special. Losing Dave makes telling your friends how
much
you appreciate them that much more special and important.
Thanks guys. Bill.
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Name: KA
Sent: 6.25 - wed 2 oct 2002
Dave was a one of a kind friend. I am still in shock that ten years have passed.
Rest in Peace Brother man....
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Name: KA
Sent: 6.40 - wed 2 oct 2002
Well in memory of Dave I've made the Lyp board Daves board for today.
I've also removed the Lyp main page and replaced it with Daves tribute page.
Lets keep all comments today about Dave only, no Lyp questions etc..... Thanks
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Name: Joey Gold
Hometown: Hollywood
Sent: 9.04 - wed 2 oct 2002
This day has kind of been in the back of my mind for a while. I'd like to
say that I only remember the good times, but I still replay the night of his
death in my mind. I remember every word of Rich's (Bartle) call to me. I
remember racing over there. I remember the brutal call Rich had to make
to Shielah - Dave's mom. I remember the last few months of Dave's life
when he was acting in a wierd way. We (Love/Hate) were going on the
road with Ozzy in Europe and Dave didn't want to go. I couldn't believe it.
I never had revolving drum techs - Dave was the only one. He said he
had a bad feeling. He didn't use the word "ominous" but that's what
he
described. He was in a real funny way those last few months.
I should be talking about how awesome he was, how much fun we had ,
and how we went around the world together. Instead, today I feel guilty
because I promised his little sister Lisa that I would look after her and of
course I lost touch after a few years. I haven't talked to Lisa or Shielah in
ages.
I miss Dave. He was one of a kind and I'm not going to try to describe him here.
We were close - he was more like my little brother than my drum tech. I've got
a
great video of Brando footage that I put together to show when we had that
memorial fundraiser gig after he died. It's got great footage - Brando in
Barcelona, Belfast, Paris, Wales, Berlin, London - all over. It has awesome
footage of when we lived together in the Love/Hate loft in NYC and
Brando had a room attached to my roon on one side, and Jon's on the other.
Right now I'm sad, but tonight I'm going to watch that video and I know
he'll make me laugh once again.
Joey
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Name: Jessie
Hometown: Phx
Sent: 9.42 - wed 2 oct 2002
Just wanted to post a quick note about Dave...Even though I only knew
him for a brief time, I thought he was a really cool guy. I always hear funny
stories about him from KA which makes us both laugh! I'm glad I got the
chance to know him since he was a friend of KA's from when they were kids.
He will always be missed by his friends. RIP
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Name: Leesa Monroe
Hometown: LALALALALA LAnd
Sent: 10.04 - wed 2 oct 2002
I don't even know how to put into words how to describe Dave.
He was this really sweet, funny, guy with a child like essence.
He told you like it is, he never held back. I remember him telling
me not to go out with guys in bands even though most of his best friends
were in bands (Go figure??). He was thoughtful like that. He made you feel
like he had known you forever. Believe me when I say that this kid had a
short life but he lived it up and made a lot of people laugh and had a lot of
real friends. He is greatly missed and will never be forgotten!!
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Name: David Love
Homepage: http://deadasromance.com/davebrandani.htm
Hometown: Atlanta
Dave sings
Sent: 10.43 - wed 2 oct 2002
Well, I thought it best to add something to all of this so I added the above
link of surprises and a few Dave Brandani collectables. A look at the beginning.
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Name: JAMIE HARRIS "Funhouse"
Sent: 1.35 - wed 2 oct 2002
Had many funny and fun times with Dave and my drum tech Kenny to remember
all thru the Funhouse years, Dave worked with us and travled with us too
He was one of the sweetest guys I ever met and that is why he would hang with
Kenny and I all the time, we were all on the same page, I still can not believe
it
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Name: Mick
Sent: 3.54 - wed 2 oct 2002
Hey D.L.
The mp3 was cool dude!! I don't know if I've ever heard that before. I doubt it.
Thanks for sharing that moment in time with us. Very cool.
Joey and Jamie...
Brandani LOVED his work very much. When we were living in Orlando back in the
day, Mowgli would go out of his way to build our stage and do our lights. He had
a
lot of fun doing it. He was creative and hard working. We had a bed set up in
our studio
and he would stay there all night. I knew from those days on that he was going
to be
in the music business and be sucessful at it. LOVE/HATE, FUNHOUSE and
LYPSWITCH had one of THE BEST roadies in L.A. on their team!!
Dave Brandani has not been forgotten and never will be.
And maybe one day, in Brandani's memory, Lypswitch can get back
together for a weekend and rock the house to the ground!!
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Sent: 4.38 - wed 2 oct 2002
Gone but never forgotten
R.I.P.
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Name: KA
Sent: 6.27 - thu 3 oct 2002
Great pics D. Love! Pretty classic stuff. Joey good idea on the video,
I pulled out a great vid of Dave and D. Love from early 1989. Its good
footage of them driving in Dave's van to Granada hills to see snow.
Very good footage, showed Dave just like I remember him......
Thanks for the great stories and memorys.
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Name: Jon E. Love
Homepage: http://www.lovehate.com
Hometown: Hollywood, CA
Sent: 9.04 - thu 3 oct 2002
Of all the people involved with L/H none were as free-spritited and all
around nice guy as Brando. He was the 5th member of our group. So
many things would never have gotton taken care of if he was'nt there to
cheerfully and professionally take charge of them. I have so many fond
memories of Dave and our times together that at this moment I would like
to pause for a moment of silence to honor a true friend that I miss dearly.
Speaking on behalf of all of us from L/H. Brando you are truely missed.
PEACE and God Bless, Jon E. Love
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Name: Tiffany Straughan
Sent: 1.11 - fri 4 oct 2002
Miss his shy smile...
miss his woeful eyes..
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Name: Laura Ray
Sent: 2.48 - fri 4 oct 2002
David, I will always remember the way you made me laugh.
I love you--Lauralee
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Name: Michelle Howard
Hometown: L.A. Ca.
Sent: 10.40 - thu 14 nov 2002
Hi guys, hope everyone is well! I just wanted to say hi and let ya know
im thinking
of Dave B. today. He will always be remembered.
wow 10 yrs, Its been longer than
that since I've seen any of you
and I miss you all too!
Well guys take care of yourself.
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Name: KA
Sent: 4.17 - wed 1 oct 2003
Well tomorrow is upon us again. Tomorrow marks 11 years since we lost Dave Brandani.
As we have done in years past we will pay tribute to him here on this site. Please post
here your memories of a truly great friend who will forever be missed.
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Name: EW
Sent: 4.23 - thu 2 oct 2003
Mates I never met this gent, but to see this page in his honor, I know he was
a special friend to all of you. Cheers to Mr. Brandani, I will toast to him this
evening.
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Name: JAMIE
Sent: 8.02 - thu 2 oct 2003
I will never forget.
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Name: KA
Homepage: http://lypswitch.kevinagosta.com/html/11years.html
Sent: 3.16 - thu 2 oct 2003
Thanks EW, we do this every year. He was a great true friend who I wish was still
here because I do miss him. We all do. I went back and found some Brandani messages
from this board from 2 years ago and added them to the tribute page. Have a look
at the above link.
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Name: Mick
Sent: 4.59 - thu 2 oct 2003
It's hard to believe it's been 11 years since Brandani passed away. I still have
dreams about him all the time. It's like he's still with us. I sometimes want
to believe that he didn't die and he'll come knocking on my door one day to ask
me to go have a few beers with him and catch up on lost time. I miss him very
much. Much love, Mick.
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Name: Danny
Sent: 5.16 - fri 3 oct 2003
I can't believe Dave has been gone for 11 years. Every time I see a motorcycle
I think of him. He was a best friend to all of us. He made us laugh ALL the time......I
still laugh out loud when I think of the......"I'm on FIRE!!!!!!!!' Do you
guys remember that...when he dyed his arm pits and hair jet black??? I will never
forget him. David do you still have that video??
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Name: KA
Sent: 5.54 - fri 3 oct 2003
Danny good to hear from you man. I actually have a copy of that as well, great
funny video. Brandani was one of a kind.
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Name: JRT
Sent: 12.38 - sat 4 oct 2003
R.I.P.
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Name: Lauralee
Sent: 3.36 - wed 15 oct 2003
Dave, I will always remember our talks, laughs, and great times. I will never forget you!
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Name: Rich Bartle
Homepage: http://BIGPROD.com
Hometown: Hollywood USA
Sent: 5.06 - sun 9 nov 2003
Hey Guys it's Rich Bartle
I want to thank you guys for keeping something like this going. I think about Mowgli Fixins
all the time and wish he could still be around to enjoy what me and him started together almost
fifteen years ago. Big Production services used to be me and mowgli humping backline gear in a chop
top convertible cadilac with 6 foot horns on the front. Now every time we throw up a Big festival
rig I think of how proud he would be of what we did and how much I miss having him there to share
it with.I never Rode my Harley again after that night and I still keep that picture of Mowg on my
Bike with all his friends on my wall in my office.
Man I miss you Mowg!!!!
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Name: Bartt Warburton
Homepage: http://Bartt.net
Hometown: Pickleville County
Sent: 6.23 - wed 7 jan 2004
I'm not sure how I ended up on your site, Kevin, but it was a memory blast to read those
messages from you Lyp guys, Love/Hate and Rich Bartle. Wow, I feel old thinking about how
long ago those days were. I sold my house a few months back and when I was packing I found
a postcard that Dave Brandani had sent me from the road. I put it away in a big box of Concrete
Jungle crap I still have. If anybody I know is out there reading this stuff and wants to say hi,
I'm at BigBadBartt@aol.com.It was good to see your site, KA!
Bartt
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Name: Lisa Brandani
Hometown: Orlando, FL
Sent: 4.20 - wed 14 apr 2004
It's me, Dave's lil' sis. I stumbled upon this site and could not believe
my eyes. You all have just made this day the most amazing day I've had in a
long time. Some of your words made me both laugh and cry at the same time.
Bill, that video cassette was mine that Dave stole from me and I always wondered
if anyone still had those cassettes. Joey, please don't be sad, I always knew
you were still thinking of me too. David Love, I tried to get on your site
but I guess the photos have been taken off but would still like to see them
one day. And Kevin, this site and tribute is awesome and I can't thank you
enough for still sharing your memories of Dave and for never forgetting him.
I know a lot of you personally and hope I get some responses soon.
Love you all,
Lisa
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Name: KA
Sent: 1.56 - thu 15 apr 2004
Great to hear from you Lisa. No need to thank us for the tribute.
Dave was a great person that we all miss. None of us will ever forget him...
We will always pay tribute here on this site and keep his memory alive.
Thanks for stopping by, I'm glad you found us.
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Name: Kristina Holmberg Chouinard
Sent: Sun, 4 Jul 2004
I did not know about Brandani. I am so sorry to
learn of his death. He was a very nice (and very
real) person. And he always made me laugh. Which
brings me to this little tidbit.
I remember specifically one night Kami and I had
gone out to your apartment in the Valley to pick up
some tix, and there was suddenly a cockroach
crawling up the wall. Brandani took out a can of
Aqua Net and torched the bug all to hell. I was so
amazed by that. I always wanted to try it myself,
but never had the balls to get that close to a
roach.
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Name: Moxy
Homepage: http://deadasromance.com
Sent: 7.01 - fri 1 oct 2004
For those of you that haven't seen the Lypswitch
DVD that David recently put together you should
really try and get a hold of one. There is a good
bit of footage of Dave Brandani on it. We watched
it a few weeks ago after practice and it was a nice
way to remember him. We used to have a lot of fun
together but some of my best memories of him were
riding in the back of his van with Mick and David
on the way to a show. We used to just crack on each
other the whole time. It was like those hip-hop battles
to see who could put the others down the best. We used
to laugh a lot those days before things got so serious
with Lypswitch and Dave roadying for other bands.
Dave was really sarcastic and funny and he could take a joke.
He almost liked it. I was glad for his success and
he got to do a lot of cool things. It's too bad that
later on when we only saw him now and then we didn't appreciate it more.
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Name: KA
Homepage: http://lypswitch.virtualrewind.com/html/brandani/tributevid.html
Sent: 8.16 - fri 1 oct 2004
Tomorrow night marks 12 years, I still find it hard to believe and it
still messes with my head what happened to Dave. 22 years is just too
young to go. But I must say that all of us getting together here on the
site makes it easier for me. I’m glad we decided to do this every year
and thanks to all for the great stories and memories of Dave. I’m looking
forward to reading more this year.
One thing that has made this past year very special is that Dave’s little
sister Lisa contacted us. She found the tribute page while doing a search
on the net and was blown away. She is really cool and we have stayed in touch
through emails. We are all glad she found the site and is now a part of the yearly
tribute.Well earlier this year I was able to visit Dave’s grave in Florida
(First time since ’93) with Mick. We filmed a little bit and we have the video
here for all to pay respects and visit Dave virtually. The footage got a little
blurry when I compressed it for the web, but you’ll get the picture. We talked about
adding music and editing the footage, but then decided to keep it real and raw as it was
filmed. David Love has also put together a great compilation video of Dave from
’88 – ’90 so have a look and lets us know your thoughts. You will need the Free Flash
player to view the vids and if you have a slow connection remain patient as it will
take a bit to load.
http://lypswitch.kevinagosta.com/html/brandani/tributevid.html
We miss you Dave! Rest in peace brother, your memories live on!
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Name: JAMIE HARRIS
Homepage: http://robharris.org
Hometown: MANHATTAN BEACH CA
Sent: 9.27 - fri 1 oct 2004
Rest in peace
I will never forget
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Name: Danny
Sent: 2.47 - fri 1 oct 2004
1970-1992. The dash is all that represents all of our lives, and with Dave,
he made us all laugh, enjoy life, and even now draw us together to do the same
again and again. I loved him them, and I love he now. I only wish I could tell him!
Thank you guys for keeping him alive in our hearts and for your friendships no
matter how much they change, hurt or last, I love and miss you guys too!
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Name: MONROE
Hometown: LALA LAND
Sent: 8.43 - fri 1 oct 2004
Whenever I think of Dave Brandani I always smile. He was truly one of a kind,
care free like a big kid. He always made me laugh. That is the way I will always
remember him. He is so missed and so loved.
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Name: Mick
Sent: 10.22 - fri 1 oct 2004
When K.A. and myself went to Brandani's grave, I felt as if he was really there
with us. I shared a "square" with him and left one behind for him to smoke later.
We talked to him and told him what everybody was up to, how much we missed him and
how much we wish he were still with us today. It was very emotional for the both of us.
I know Brandani and I would be just as close as I am with K.A. if he were still alive.
I'm so happy I had those precious years to be a good friend to him. He had such an
optimistic attitude on life. Nothing seemed to get him down. He would always take
life as it came and he did it with a smile on his face. God bless you Brandani!!
I love you brother!!
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Sent: 10.38 - sat 2 oct 2004
Rest in Peace
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Name: KA
Sent: 2.35 - sat 2 oct 2004
Right on Mick I agree it was a trip going to see him. Very emotional...
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Name: Lisa
Sent: 3.21 - sat 2 oct 2004
This tribute is really cool guys. The video of Dave took my breath away.
I haven't really heard his voice in such a long time, it felt really good to hear it.
It's already Sunday for me, but I spent my Saturday looking through old pictures
of Dave and the family. I'm glad KA and Mick got the chance to visit the grave.
I have to tell a quick story about that place. The first year he was gone a friend
and I went out there and had a beer and I told her a few stories about Dave and right
before we left, I pulled the flower holder up out of the headstone to place flowers in
it and there was this little snake in it. It was just one of those moments where you just
knew he was listening and that snake was there for a reason. I'm sure most of you know he
loved snakes. He must have had almost 10 snakes at one point in time. I always thought he
just had them to keep our mom out of his room but he just had a real fascination with them.
Thanks again for keeping him in your thoughts today. Dave was an amazing guy and it shows
even after he's gone by the friends who still love to talk about him!!!
I love you Dave!! You'll never be forgotten!!
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Name: KA
Sent: 9.42 - sun 3 oct 2004
Right on Lisa that is a great story! Thanks so much for sharing with all of us.
It really makes me happy that you found us online and are now a part of the tribute.
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Name: EW
Sent: 4.53 - mon 4 oct 2004
Outstanding stories mates, outstanding!
Cheers!
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Name: Moxy
Homepage: http://deadasromance.com
Sent: 6.56 - wed 6 oct 2004
EW, that was a fine tribute and yes that was me with Dave Brandani on the video.
We spent a great day at the LA Zoo with David Love. It's nice everyone wrote in with their memories.
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Name: KA
Sent: Fri September 30 2005 09:56 AM
The Dave Brandani tribute has started. Please post your thoughts here. RIP Brother...
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Sent: Sun October 02 2005 05:35 PM
Ý
You are missed MR. Brandani......... How We wish you were here
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Name: A Pink Floyd Tribute Song for Dave
Sent: Sun October 02 2005 05:36 PM
How We wish you were here
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Name: EW
Sent: Mon October 03 2005 05:11 PM
Mates as always outstanding tribute. Cheers
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Name: Lisa Broadway
City: Naples, Italy
Sent: Tue October 04 2005 12:21 AM
I was having problems getting on this message board so it's a few days late.
There's not a day that goes by that I don't think of my brother, but coming
to this site at this time of the year always makes it a little easier knowing
I'm not the only one missing him. I don't think there'll ever be enough said about
him and his memory will always live on. Thanks again for keeping him alive in your
thoughts and words!!
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Name: KA
Sent: Tue October 04 2005 07:32 PM
Dave was a great, honest friend. We all miss him.
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Name: Bill
Sent: Wed October 05 2005 07:16 AM
Sorry I'm late with this, I've been away for a few days. I remember hanging out,
one Sunday morning, with Dave, KA, Mick and David Love. I don't think Moxy was there,
someone can correct me if I'm wrong. Anyhow, Brandani decided he wanted to go for a walk
and, for some reason, we all decided that a walk sounded like a good idea. We spent Sunday
morning walking from the apartment on Saticoy to Sepulveda, all the way to Ventura Blvd,
across to Van Nuys, up to Roscoe, back to Sepulveda and, after a quick stop at Western Bagel,
the apartment. I don't know anyone other than Brandani that could have gotten this group of
people to even consider doing that. Yes, I still think about him. And why he had that flute
in his van. Miss ya bro.
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Name: Mick
Homepage: http://www.co3theband.com
Sent: Wed October 05 2005 07:48 AM
I'm thinking about you Dave. I wish you were here too. There's too many things in
my life I wish I could still share with you. Nobody made me laugh like you did.
I miss you brother.
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Name: JAMIE HARRIS
Sent: Thu October 06 2005 08:09 AM
Dave, every time I think of you I smile and I remember how cool and sweet of a
person you were, you are one of those persons that crossed my life and will forever
be in my heart and memories.
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Name: David Love
City: Atlanta
Sent: Thu October 06 2005 03:34 PM
The fact that Brandani and I are the same age always keeps me in check.
I'm already attempting to live the life my father can't and since Brandani
left this world, I always try and enjoy things a bit more, take life more seriously,
and whenever I see something wonderful,I take him and my father along. Brandani always
saw the lighter side of everything and when I think of some of our times together
I laugh out loud. He really made L.A. feel like a home sometimes and he always had your back.
He never seemed afraid of anything, and always brought me up when I was second guessing myself.
The important thing for all of us to remember is to live life that much more for him and everyone
that had life taken from them. Everyone pictures being old and being happy. Brandani's death
is proof that death doesn't care if you ready. Live every moment like it's your last and
take nothing for granted. And when everything is going great and you find yourself happy, think of him then as well.
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Aunt Nancy
City: Winter Park
Sent: Sun October 09 2005 08:49 AM
Little David, We miss you so much. Last night your Mother and I looked at past
Christmas videos that you were in and listened to your voice. She sure does miss you.
Lisa is living in Europe now and your mother will be visiting her in February.
Little Danny still taks about all the things the two of you did when growing up.
I know he missed you terribly. I sometimes wonder what the two of you would be up to if
you were still here with us. From time to time I look back over all your baby picures
and recall those days as if it were today.
God Bless You Little One. Love you lots, Aunt Nancy
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KA
Sep 28, 2006
Here is the link to all past posts (2001-2005) from the old message board.
http://lypswitch.virtualrewind.com/html/14years.html
The old board was having too many problems so we switched to this recently.
To post a message just click the reply button at the bottom right of this message.
R.I.P. Dave this is all for you. We'll never forget brother..
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JAMIE HARRIS
Oct 2, 2006, 11:06am
I will never forget you
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KA
Oct 2, 2006, 3:41pm
Here is a good story...(I posted it years ago but it got lost on the old message
board so you might have heard before)...Back in late 88 Dave was over at my place
and I had just booked a gig for Lypnutsz at the Troubadour but needed to sign the
contract that day. I told the guy I was on my way and asked Brandani if he would roll
down to Hollywood with me. So we go to leave for my truck... Turns out I had a flat in
the parking lot and man was I pissed off! I told Dave I was going to call and say we'd
be late. When I got back (less than 10 mins) Dave had already changed the tire and we were
ready to go! Thats how he was, always helping everyone out with a smile on his face.
I've wished many times over the years to keep that awesome attitude he had towards everything.
He always saw the bright side of things and staying positive no matter what.
And he always had fun no matter what he was doing. Crazy its been over 14 years since I have seen him.
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Lisa Brandani
Oct 2, 2006, 3:50pm
There's not a day that goes by that I don't think of you and this day always ends so bittersweet.
The memories of your life and your spirit always bring a smile to my face, but the mere thought of you
not being here still pierces deep into my heart. I'm so thankful to have a place I can visit to hear
your voice and your laughter and I'm grateful to know there are so many others that will never forget you either.
Love and miss you David!!!
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Mick
Oct 2, 2006, 9:16pm
I had a dream about Dave last night. It's weird, because I haven't dreamed about him in a long time.
All of my dreams about him are either of him back in the day, just hanging out with me like old times
or his resurrection from the dead. Last night was of the latter. Me, KA and few of my friends
I have here in Florida were in the dream. We were standing in front of this small building and
the building looked like a small fort, built with logs and tar. It kinda looked like a memorial of some sort.
It was at the edge of a cemetary. There were six of these 5 inch holes at the top of the walls of the building.
Each hole had these little door knockers below them. I would get on KA's shoulders and knock on them really loud.
I was shouting through the holes "Brandani, come out and play!" "Are you in there?" I kept saying it over and over again.
Maybe 50 times. I was getting discouraged and KA's shoulders were getting tired. So I got down off
of his shoulders and we were getting ready to leave when smoke or steam starting coming out of the holes.
It smelled like weed! That went on for about 5 minutes. Then out of one the holes, a flag came out on a little flag pole.
It was white. It waved in the breeze for a very brief moment, then it was poked out of the hole onto the ground.
Then, like a scene out of Poltergeist, Brandani's spirit started flowing out of one of the holes. He was red and orange.
We could see his face. He drifted through the air for a few minutes, as if he was showing off his flying skills.
Then he came down to us and landed on the ground. He turned into living flesh! He said "What up cuz?"
And we were crying and laughing at the same time. He was kinda shocked by our emotions, as if he never left us.
We tried to ask him all these questions about death and the afterlife, but he didn't know anything about it.
And then...the dream was over. I woke up at that split moment.
I swear, I'll never forget you Dave. I loved you like a blood brother.
And I will always remember your warm smile and child-like laugh. You will always be forever in my heart.
I miss you brother...and love you very much.
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John
Jul 14, 2007, 7:23pm
Well I have a story about the man I knew as Dave Brandani "#1 Roadie in Hollyweird".
I am from Iowa and Mick might remember me ...or not. My best friend Jimmy and i were rolling
down Ventura Blvd on the neverending quest for weed when I spotted this guy sitting on a bus bench.
He had long black hair with a tuke on. I looked at jim as we passed by and said I'll bet he knows where
to get weed and after a split second I pulled into a driveway and turned around.
I pulled right up on the curb next to Dave and smiled and asked him if he knew where
to get weed and he said yes and I said get in. We went to the apt. on Saticoy and he made good.
After that we hung out many times and went to ALLOT of Funhouse, Lypswitch and other shows at the troubador,
whiskey and Gazz's. Trippin on the Top of the world, out canyon jumping at the Big Tuhunga, just bein crazy!
He was gentle, kind, trustworthy and a awesome spirit! That was the summer of 89 or 90....
it's been so long! Sorry to hear of his passing. I would be very interested to know what happened to him
if someone can tell me.
John
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Mick OBrien
Oct 2, 2007, 1:20pm
Just thinking about you today, Brandani. I have so many great memories of you.
I wish you were here to play with my son. You and him would get along so good.
I'll make sure to tell him all about you when he gets older. I miss you brother.
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KA
Oct 2, 2007, 5:05pm
It is sad 15 years have passed. I just know you would be doing great right now in life
and it is a true shame you are gone. You are missed brother but we won't forget you.
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Kelly
Feb 15, 2008, 1:19pm
I tripped across this site by accident, but I think its awesome that you guys have set this memorial up for Dave.
He was a great person with an awesome personality and its very obvious that he made an impression on everyone he met.
I knew Dave before he went to California, and unfortunately I only saw him 1 or 2 times after that when he came back to visit Orlando.
I remember he was always smiling, and always joking but he was always very compassionate. I remember in particular one time
I was having problems dealing with my mother who was suicidal at that time and I remember him coming to my apartment just to
talk to me and listen to me talk and to let me know he was around if I needed anything. On a lighter side I remember when Cinderella (the band)
was at Peaches, signing autographs and I had gotten home from school late and everyone else had already left to go to Peaches.
I no sooner got to my door to go to the apartment when here comes Dave in his van telling me "go get dressed..we're already late".
I remember he had the biggest smile on his face as if to say "HA! And you thought you weren't going to see Cinderella".
I was really sad that I never got the chance to get back in touch with Dave before he passed.
He definitely taught the lesson that tomorrow doesn't wait for anyone. I miss you Dave.
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KA
Oct 2, 2008, 8:48am
We will never forget. RIP Brother..
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Randy Franzese
Oct 2, 2008, 10:05am
I stumbled across this site. Just wanted to say I miss my bro, I have a lot of great memories with Dave and wish they hadn't ended so soon.
I'd like to say hello to Sheila and Lisa and I miss you guys. I'd love to get in touch with you two (and anyone else on this site that I might know).
My e-mail address is rmf420@hotmail.com . I'd also like to say hello to Rich and Joey, hope you guys are doing well.
I miss you Dave. You were a great friend.
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Kelly
Oct 2, 2008, 10:07am
I miss you Dave. Its hard to believe its been 16 years. You are missed by many but forgotten by no one.
Love you.
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Tracy
Oct 4, 2008, 1:32am
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H and I went to see Love/Hate the other night ...All we could talk about was Brandani...R.I.P.
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Janice
Oct 5, 2008, 9:21pm
rest in peace
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Lisa Brandani Broadway
Oct 8, 2008, 12:27pm
I'm a few days late but I'm sure you all know Oct 2 is a day that never goes by me unnoticed!
This year has been one of the best years of my life since I gave birth to a big healthy baby boy weighing in at 10 lbs 10 oz.
His name is Steven David Broadway. My husband's father's name is Steven and of course we all know where know where the middle name came from.
My son is a spitting image of lil David as a baby. I just look at him and it blows my mind how much he reminds me of David.
Even his little personality is beginning to show signs of that wild free-spirit. Let's just say he's a very social baby and everyone falls in love with him as soon as they meet him just like his uncle.
Since David passed I've always had this empty feeling inside and now that feeling has been fulfilled with this little guy.
It's like I have a part of David back in my life and I just can't wait to tell him all the crazy stories and memories of his uncle's life.
It's so cool to come to this site and see the tribute still going and even cooler to see everyone continue to remember him and share their thoughts.
Much love to all of you!!
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Kathie Morales
May 31, 2009, 2:52am
Wow, crazy that I found this sight. I was just looking at a picture of Dave with myself and a mutual friend Crystal the other day that we took of him dressed up as a girl in san diego after a funhouse/lypswitch show in the late 80's.
how time flies. No one will ever know what happened in the park that night Dave. just us lots of love, Kathie p.s. thanx for ALWAYS making me laugh!
Life is too short, so live it like there is no tomorrow............... without regret or shame.
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Kelly and Randy
Oct 2, 2009, 8:41am
We miss you Dave. You're always in our thoughts. RIP
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KA
Oct 2, 2009, 6:52pm
R.I.P. Brother. We miss you man.
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Lisa
Oct 4, 2009, 7:02am
I think of you everday Dave but the last few days are always hard for me. I'm so thankful I have little Steven shining your light on me. He is the spitting image of you. It's almost scary!
I'm with mom and we miss you so much! Wish you were here to help me take care of this crazy broad! Love you bro!
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KA
Oct 2, 2010, 6:10pm
RIP Brother.
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Mick OBrien
Oct 3, 2010, 9:23am
Thinking of you today Dave. I miss you brother. It's hard to believe it's been 18 years. I love you dude!
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Kelly
Oct 4, 2010, 9:52am
Miss you Dave. Randy and I went to see Jackyl and Vince Neil Saturday night. We were saying we couldn't believe its been 18 years since you have been gone.
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KA
Oct 2, 2012, 6:10pm
Miss you brother. Can't believe 20 years has passed
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