r/newfoundglory • u/Better_Combination67 • Jul 10 '25
Question Should I expect Chad to be at the upcoming Nashville show?
I feel like I remember hearing he lived in (or near) Nashville, TN? I know Chad has been dealing with health issues and that another player has been filling in for him. I'm going to see the band on Monday (my 2nd ever NFG show, even though I've been a fan for a long time) I am hoping to see Chad with the rest of the guys...
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u/amandamaniac Jul 10 '25 edited Jul 10 '25
He said he’s going to be there for the show.
https://www.instagram.com/p/DLyVj3JMC0j/?igsh=MWc0cnM3b2dlbnFodA==
He played the Nashville show last year on the catalyst tour, it was obvious he was pretty weak and in pain but he powered through it. He had to step off stage for I think 1 or 2 songs and Dan (from four year strong) came forward from doing second guitar and filled in for Chad, and they had Dave from real friends on stand by side stage to fill in on second guitar for those 1-2 songs. I’m pretty sure Dan will be there for this tour to fill in for Chad and play second guitar when chads playing at the Nashville show.
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u/Better_Combination67 Jul 10 '25
Ah, I hope he's able to make it without struggling too bad...
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u/amandamaniac Jul 10 '25
He looks healthier these days than he did back in August but his ig post did say he’s been struggling recently. I’ll be there too! I hope he’s feeling well and has a great night with all of us!
I’m a big FYS fan so I might be biased but Dan brings a great energy to NFG shows, he’s basically the unofficial 5th member and I love when he’s on stage with them!
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u/Better_Combination67 Jul 10 '25
I hate that for Chad. Here's hoping he'll ultimately beat it completely. It's cool though that they have friends they can call on to step in and help when needed!
I can't wait for this show... I haven't seen them since 2001 (!)
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u/amandamaniac Jul 10 '25
I do too. It’s been like 4 years now he’s been fighting 🥺
Oh gosh that’s SUCH A LONG TIME! 2001 was the first time I saw them! I can’t wait
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u/Better_Combination67 Jul 10 '25
2001 literally seems like at least one lifetime ago at this point...
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u/RyRy80 Jul 10 '25
He caught pneumonia after that show. I talked to him about it. He loved the show but got SUPER sick afterwards. I’ll sometimes go to the Franklin theater for his Moviegang events (look them up on instagram). He’s super kind and generous with his time.
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u/amandamaniac Jul 10 '25
Oh no that’s horrible 😣😞 poor guy, I hate that he’s still battling this still
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u/MotorizedDoucheCanoe NFG Mod Jul 10 '25
I'm pretty sure I saw on his instagram that he was going to be there and playing with the band.
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u/Annual-Gain2707 Jul 11 '25
I hope he doesnt go. I hope he stays at home and rests and recharges.
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u/woem13 Jul 10 '25
I have two tickets and can’t make it. No baby sitter 🥺
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u/Better_Combination67 Jul 10 '25
Noooo I'm sorry, that really sucks. Maybe make a post? There just might be someone on here who'll buy from you (or you could give 'em away) - At least 2 other users on here said they were going too, so I know a few live in the area...
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u/EarthlingMartian Jul 11 '25
Fart wish I would have seen this earlier! Oh well good luck getting rid of them and sorry you can’t go!
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u/chrisreiddd Jul 10 '25
He posted on IG that he’s gonna try to go