As tragic as this is, there's a lesson for other professional musicians. Even in countries with universal healthcare, being your own boss means you have to plan for your own bad luck. Even if you haven't got much money, there's no excuse not to get excellent health insurance as well as an excellent unemployment and pension plan for yourself. This is a world-famous musician who played with the greatest in the world and he still did not find himself financially equipped for a disaster like this.
@woutertron - Chuck HAS health insurance. They pay 80%. The remaining 20% costs can still be quite high. As he can't work... he could use some help. If you feel so inclined, please do. If not, don't - but no need to lecture on how to live one's life. This is a call for compassion, not advice. Thanks.
Why don't the very wealthy musicians that benefited most from Chuck's playing kick in? And where is Medicaid? Over 65 in America and you should have that.
well thank you Mr. Friedland. To spread the word certainly underlines your great personality and reminds us of peoples dignity- the inviolability of human dignity. I am happy to help.....
Well said Ed! Chuck has been an indomitable influence on my playing and I am honored to contribute to his recovery and imminent return to the bass chair.
I've made a contribution, and was glad to do so. But like others here, I recognise that this situation is inescapably a political one. As a European, I take it for granted that if i get ill, I'll automatically get excellent, comprehensive medical care, and it will be free at the point of need (employed people pay contributions through salary deductions, of course). This *is* sustainable. Looking at the USA from outside, it's very hard to understand the resistance to free public health care.
@wujastyk - Many Americans are easily misled by the corporate interests to reject things that are in their best interest. Many folks are more concerned with the health of the medical-industrial complex than their own health. Brainwash, pure and simple. But thanks for contributing Dom!
I feel somewhat uncomfortable being asked to contribute towards a dysfunctional American healthcare system. The US is a fabulous but cruel country, a true story of the haves and have-nots. I obviously wish him well and hopes he makes a speedy recovery.
@far0n - You are completely missing the point, but whatever. Not sure how helping out a brother when they're in need makes you uncomfortable. This is not political, it's a simple request.
@BassGuitarMag Considering Chuck is 71 years of age, isn't it incredibly foolish not to plan for old-age and ill health? Should we, the general public, be asked to make up for this foolishness ? I don't believe we should. Chuck has lived a long and fruitful life, I believe my money would be better spent on for instance, ill children, who still have their whole lives in front of them. Like I say, I genuinely wish the guy all the best and hope he makes a full & speedy recovery.
The man is great, always looking for innovation and new things to explore. I wish him well and I will pitch in, as I did long time ago for another genius: Francis Rocco Prestia.
I think it's time that everyone in the US who cares tries to do something about our broken health care system in the . I live here in Japan where like most industrial countries, health care is practically free, paid for by the government, and even though I'm over here, I've still written letters to my congressmen urging them to push for government health care (I'm still a US citizen). Get involved people, and I hope Chuck makes a speedy recovery.
As tragic as this is, there's a lesson for other professional musicians. Even in countries with universal healthcare, being your own boss means you have to plan for your own bad luck. Even if you haven't got much money, there's no excuse not to get excellent health insurance as well as an excellent unemployment and pension plan for yourself. This is a world-famous musician who played with the greatest in the world and he still did not find himself financially equipped for a disaster like this.
woutertron 3 weeks ago
@woutertron - Chuck HAS health insurance. They pay 80%. The remaining 20% costs can still be quite high. As he can't work... he could use some help. If you feel so inclined, please do. If not, don't - but no need to lecture on how to live one's life. This is a call for compassion, not advice. Thanks.
BassGuitarMag 3 weeks ago 4
Why don't the very wealthy musicians that benefited most from Chuck's playing kick in? And where is Medicaid? Over 65 in America and you should have that.
orlandofriend 3 weeks ago
Did not even have to think about it. Thanks for informing the world Ed!
bazZzment 3 weeks ago
Done.................and I've spead the word.
garethhjones 4 weeks ago
well thank you Mr. Friedland. To spread the word certainly underlines your great personality and reminds us of peoples dignity- the inviolability of human dignity. I am happy to help.....
FunkyDebob 4 weeks ago
Well said Ed! Chuck has been an indomitable influence on my playing and I am honored to contribute to his recovery and imminent return to the bass chair.
dankenton 4 weeks ago
Chip in done, happy to help someone who influenced my playing over the years. Hope he's able to get back on the bass.
Paulfga 1 month ago
I've made a contribution, and was glad to do so. But like others here, I recognise that this situation is inescapably a political one. As a European, I take it for granted that if i get ill, I'll automatically get excellent, comprehensive medical care, and it will be free at the point of need (employed people pay contributions through salary deductions, of course). This *is* sustainable. Looking at the USA from outside, it's very hard to understand the resistance to free public health care.
wujastyk 1 month ago
@wujastyk - Many Americans are easily misled by the corporate interests to reject things that are in their best interest. Many folks are more concerned with the health of the medical-industrial complex than their own health. Brainwash, pure and simple. But thanks for contributing Dom!
BassGuitarMag 1 month ago in playlist Uploaded videos 2
I feel somewhat uncomfortable being asked to contribute towards a dysfunctional American healthcare system. The US is a fabulous but cruel country, a true story of the haves and have-nots. I obviously wish him well and hopes he makes a speedy recovery.
far0n 1 month ago
@far0n - You are completely missing the point, but whatever. Not sure how helping out a brother when they're in need makes you uncomfortable. This is not political, it's a simple request.
BassGuitarMag 1 month ago in playlist Uploaded videos
@BassGuitarMag Considering Chuck is 71 years of age, isn't it incredibly foolish not to plan for old-age and ill health? Should we, the general public, be asked to make up for this foolishness ? I don't believe we should. Chuck has lived a long and fruitful life, I believe my money would be better spent on for instance, ill children, who still have their whole lives in front of them. Like I say, I genuinely wish the guy all the best and hope he makes a full & speedy recovery.
far0n 3 weeks ago
The man is great, always looking for innovation and new things to explore. I wish him well and I will pitch in, as I did long time ago for another genius: Francis Rocco Prestia.
wysiwyg248 1 month ago
Money sent!
blwchef 1 month ago
Glad I'm Canadian
And i i wish chuck the well
HFGrooveMen 1 month ago
I think it's time that everyone in the US who cares tries to do something about our broken health care system in the . I live here in Japan where like most industrial countries, health care is practically free, paid for by the government, and even though I'm over here, I've still written letters to my congressmen urging them to push for government health care (I'm still a US citizen). Get involved people, and I hope Chuck makes a speedy recovery.
JasonMarshMusic 1 month ago 2
in my opinion central health care has problems but thats not the point. thanks ed for the vid letting everyone know.
arcmccun 1 month ago
Good work there Ed
pd4165 1 month ago
God bless and prayers for my fellow Texas bass bro.
TheJazzocaster 1 month ago
Thanks for the heads-up, Ed. I just sent his fund some money.
jumbosilverette 1 month ago
I really wish I had the money spare to help a fellow bassist, maybe I can scrape some money together
MrLuckybeast13 1 month ago
Word is out to a community of over 5,700 bassists. Let's see what we can do for Chuck :)
timbergoddess 1 month ago
looks like a good cause ill check it out
then00best 1 month ago