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Memories of Sean Costello

You'll pass by us

Ol' Bilk (Jun 08, 2008)

To Sean's family, friends and loves who had the pleasure of having this brilliant young man in their lives, I can only best express my sympathy and pay tribute by telling you that he deeply touches me and produces tears every time I play "Don't Pass Me By." I am sure every one who loved his music would admit the same. Rest assured that I will not pass you by Sean--I will turn to you often and let you make me smile and cry as I hear you sing and play for me. I will think of you at the Waukesha festival and will wish you were there. We can get together now with you Sean---any time we want.

Sweet Sean Costello

Julie in Atlanta (Jun 07, 2008)

They say that time heals...and I suppose it does (at least I hope it does). And I can certainly say that it's going to take LOTS of time to accept this. This loss is so huge and so painful and it affects so many, most importantly Sean's family. Blessings and love to his folks and I hope they know how many of us think of them and silently send strength. Thank you for Sean - he was truly one of a kind.

We live in Atlanta and Sean was one of our own. After following him and his band for almost 15 years, my husband and I feel we've lost a member of our family. We are so very proud of him and, though we're not necessarily blues fans, we will always be SEAN COSTELLO FANS. As almost every single person who knows me knows, I have been slightly obsessed with Sean. It's been so hard to understand why I felt this strong attachment to him - I've been a Sean Groupie (I'm 45 years old and this NEVER happens to me). I used to tell him he was so darn hot and that I wish I was 15 years younger (he humored me but probably thought I was bizarre). The MAIN THING I always loved about Sean was his gentle spirit and his humility. What a soft-spoken, understated way he had about him...I have so very many wonderful memories of him.

Peace to the many people who care about Sean. "There'll Be No Half Steppin'", Sweet Sean. I hope you enjoy the Sean Costello Flower Garden in my yard...and I hope you're resting in peace right now. It's going to take some time to accept for sure but know that we will never, never forget you.

Genius gone far too soon

Daniel Irwin (Jun 07, 2008)

Deepest sympathies to Sean's Mother , family and friends.
I first heard of Sean when my cousin called me up about 4yearsago and told me I just had to see him at the Dinosaur BBQ in Syracuse NY. I had never heard of him. When I arrived I looked around the room and it seemed every player in town who was'nt gigging themselves that night was there. The atmosphere was electric with anticipation. From the first note he played I knew I was about to hear something truly remarkable. Sean did not disappoint. He played licks that left my jaw dropping all night. Everytime he pulled a new trick out of his bag my cousin and I would look at each other and just shake our heads, smiling all night long. Never heard anyone like him before or since. Yeah, I had to buy a copy of each of the CDs he was hawking after the show. They still get constant rotation on my player. He just kept getting better and his latest is an extraordinary piece of work. I can't help but choke up hearing his singing and playing on " Going Home". Just my opinion, but I think this new CD is the best thing anyone has put out in many years.
The third , and sadly last, time I saw Sean was at the Dinosaur once again. I had gone early to get some dinner before the show. In walks Sean , hours before showtime, just another guy. No pretense, no star treatment expected. I was apparently the only one who recognized him so I introduced myself and told him how much I was looking forward to his show. He spent the next half hour or so talking with me about everything under the sun. Blues in general, the state of the music business, our favorite players, guitars, women , life in general. He was as easy to talk with as a friend you've know for years. It's a half hour of my life I will always treasure. Of course he put on another blistering show that night.
I wondered after Stevie passed so many years ago, if I'd ever hear anyone who touched me as much with his playing. Sean did. He was one of the best. I'd be excited for weeks just hearing he was coming to town again and was anxiously awaiting his next appearance. He will be missed.
Peace be with you Sean. And thanks for the memories.

Sean and the Talented Band at Fat Matt's

Constance and Jeremy Gee- Moody (Jun 05, 2008)

My husband brought a paper to the car today that had Sean on the front cover; and I was so excited and delighted to see his face and how he was doing..until I noticed the dates right below on the right.
I couldn't believe it!! What an amazingly special person he was, and so young.

I first met Sean at Fat Matt's Rib shack when I actually traveled 80% of the time for work but lived in Atlanta. When I walked into Fat Matt's for ribs that night, and I saw Sean and the band arrive; I honestly thought..O they have a few Georgia Tech students trying out their wings on us tonight. Well, I have to say...he got my full attention. I was not even sure if I was hearing what I heard coming out of his body and from his fingers; but
I knew I was seeing something and someone very unique and to be treasured. Needless to say I did not eat my food much that night; because I was impressed with everyone in that band and the fact they looked like my kid sisters friends jamming old peoples session with their spin on it that worked for all ages. What a treat to see an old soul in such a youthful body. I became a groupie if you can call it that; I had to have my Monday and Wed fix and would scoot off to the Rib Shack often without my boyfriend who loved the Ribs but hated the thought of sitting too close with the seating arrangements with strangers. No he's not the one I married ..LOLL The man that won me over, that I am married to now, I actually had the pleasure of having introduced Sean to my then new boyfriend. We bought 2 CD's and had him sign them and was excited because he was beginning to take a long tour..and that was the last time we saw him. I discovered he still lived in town and would play at another location off 75; but our hectic work schedules and frequent absence of never being in the state; my heart breaks..because for anyone who ever met Sean knows he was such a Bright Star and his voice and guitar playing would mesmerize everyone who was in listening distance and even afterwards. You will not be forgotten and you were much and deeply loved.

Much Love

matthew lantry (Jun 05, 2008)

Unfortunantly I never got to see Sean live. My mother came back from Key West in Feburary and brought his CD back, and it hasn't left my CD player since. Sean was absolutly amazing. The pureness of the blues he created is only comparable to the greats (Clapton, B.B., Buddy Guy, etc.). Sean lives on, very much so, through his music and in the hearts of his fans, and the artists who knew him. By the way I heard a wonderful tribute to Sean on a blues show hosted by Dan Ackroyd (Elwood Blues) on 92.3 WTTS (www.wttsfm.com) here in indianapolis. I believe you can find it on the website! I'm so glad I found this website and was able to express how large of an influence Sean is in my life. Thank you!

Atlanta's Sean Costello

linda (Jun 05, 2008)

Sean Costello will always belong to Atlanta, and those of us who know him or were touched by him will know what a special gift he was to all of us. He was smart, kind, passionate, talented and compassionate. From all the places he performed, and all the souls he spoke to, he was as homebody as Atlanta is our home. To his family, we grieve your loss but we also rejoiced in your joys and the unforgetable memories of this young talented man who touched so many people and brought happiness to so many hearts. Sean, you have touched us all, thank you for sharing your gifts, your music and your human spirit with us and for bringing Atlanta into closer community. You have made God and Atlanta your home for always. You never forget a wonderful person.

My Memory

Stavros (Jun 03, 2008)

I first saw Sean in Crossroads in Antwerp. I was so impressed and I started searching for his music everywhere... He was a very happy person talking with everybody... I guess that now he is up there playing guitar with Stevie RV and watching us... RIP Sean :(

Too Soon! Sean will be missed...

Michael Starkey (Jun 01, 2008)

Hello,

I met Sean twice in at Warmdaddy's in Philly (our home town!). Besides an putting on an incredible performace, Sean was very friendly and cool. Both times we shared drinks at the bar and talked about growing up in Philly, traveling, and of course, music. I've introduced many people to Sean's music, and am deeply saddened by his passing. Being the same age as Sean, I told him how he was living my dream, and he calmy smiled and said "thanks, it's an honor."

It's such a shame when we lose a friend in life, but the memories and joys that the person leaves with us echo forever. Thank you Sean for sharing your talent while you were here with us, it was my honor to have met you and been a part of your life for those fleeting moments.

Heaven just welcomed a new lead guitarist...

-Michael Starkey

So Many!

Rat Rod (May 24, 2008)

Too Many!!!

sean pictures@bb kings beale st.

daniel s gurkin (May 22, 2008)

sorry didnot give my address for pictures dsgurkin@gmail.com

to fans and family

daniel s gurkin (May 22, 2008)

I have bik./white pictures of sean and s.tedeschi@ BB KINGS on beale st .,maybe six years ago ,i will send a copy to anyone who would like them, contact me @ my address ,will be glad to share.Love to each and everyone who were luckey enough to see him,more to thoses who new him. dsgurkin

A Great Musician Gone Too Soon

Rick Dell'Amico (May 22, 2008)

I first saw Sean in 2000 at Buddy Guy's Legends in Chicago. He was amazing! Spoke to him after the show and he couldn't have been nicer. Very humble and a true gentleman. His sound on Susan Tedeschi's Just Won't Burn was impressive as well. Saw Sean again in 2007 at a really small blues club in Boca Raton FL an he blew the roof off the place. His guitar and voice were just truly incredible. Spoke to him again after that show and he was just as nice and humble as he was in 2000. You could see and hear the pure enjoyment in his playing. Yes, there's the Langs and Mayers and Shepards of Seans generation, but he really was the REAL DEAL...a great musician who will be greatly missed...RIP Sean

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