Matt Bissonette on tour with Elton John
Matt Bissonette has been confirmed as the bassist and backing vocalist for the Elton John Band.
Matt Bissonette has been confirmed as the bassist and backing vocalist for the Elton John Band. The tour kicks off on September 11, 2012, at the Mississippi Coliseum, Jackson, Mississippi. Matt is stepping in after the sudden death of dear friend Bob Birch, who passed away on August 15.
Elton John’s Musical Director Davey Johnstone invited Matt to join the band after Bob’s tragic passing. “You can never take a guy like Bob Birch’s place in a band,” Matt said in a statement. “I would love to honor Bob on this Elton tour and while playing all these great songs remember how great he was, as a bass player and all-round musician. But it’s ten times more important to remember what a fantastic human he was, and is.
“Here’s to you Bob.”
Read the full story on Elton John’s website at: http://www.eltonjohn.com/news/news_details.aspx?postid=87ddba76-04db-42bf-a013-b7e75a8d373c.
I used to watch Matt play with the Mustardseeds all over LA. Big fan. Great choice,he is a great player! Can’t wait to here Elton with him. Rock on!
I just hope Elton will start playing the Mustard Seeds “Cats & Dogs”
I miss Bob more than words can say, as I’m sure all that knew him do. He never failed to lift me up when I was feeling down and I loved him like a brother. There are very few such wonderful souls wandering this earth and we are all better men for knowing him. That being said, I am so glad that Davey J. chose the one person that Bob probably would have chosen himself…another amazing man that lifts me up when I’m feeling down and always leaves the room better than when he entered it. I am so happy for you MB but I am equally as happy for the EJ band for having you!
Not at all surprised at his success. He’s been great since high school.