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Title: Where's Mike Wanchic?
Post by: mellenfan on July 13, 2012, 06:21:59 am
I saw a few YouTube videos from recent Canadian shows and didn't see Mike on stage.  Where is he?  I am going to the Sarnia show and it just wouldn't be the same without him on stage as the verteran of the band.


Title: Re: Where's Mike Wanchic?
Post by: kstucker on July 13, 2012, 07:20:01 am
He performed at some of the Canadian shows and then had to fly to the US for emergency surgery.  There are other posts stating there were hopes he could return to finish the tour but given it is almost over, doesn't look like that will happen.  I am thankful my husband and I were able to see him at the Moose Jaw, SK show!!


Title: Re: Where's Mike Wanchic?
Post by: walktall2010 on July 13, 2012, 09:31:43 am
Mike has returned to the tour -- he was on stage last night in Ottawa. Here's video proof:

http://www.youtube.com/v/QlwSR_YNvUw?fs=1&hl=en_US


Title: Re: Where's Mike Wanchic?
Post by: kstucker on July 13, 2012, 10:43:01 am
Fantastic news about Mike...thanks for letting us know and posting the video, Walktall!!  :)


Title: Re: Where's Mike Wanchic?
Post by: sheilafarmer on July 13, 2012, 11:50:29 am
It goes to show how dedicated he is to John. Bravo Mike!
Thanks for the great news Walktall!   ;D


Title: Re: Where's Mike Wanchic?
Post by: dscrip on July 13, 2012, 02:59:24 pm
Great to see Mike back on stage. Look forward to the show tonight in Sarnia.


Title: Re: Where's Mike Wanchic?
Post by: dusty947 on July 14, 2012, 11:17:19 am
What an awesome video.... Thank you! Love the walk up to the stage with Johnny Cash.  The anticipation was just like I was there!  Incredible.... You didn't record the whole concert perhaps?  Wishful thinking.....  John,.... We need a live DVD of you and that incredible band!
 


Title: Re: Where's Mike Wanchic?
Post by: lette on July 14, 2012, 01:19:10 pm
Im glad he's back too, cant wait to see JM and the whole crew in Oshawa on Sunday night. It'll be by 6th Mellencamp show but it never gets old!


Title: Re: Where's Mike Wanchic?
Post by: dolly23 on July 23, 2012, 08:07:38 pm
Thanks for posting this, some fine guitar playing by Andy!