We’re longtime Chris Staples supporters here — whether it was Takehold Records-era twothirtyeight, his solo work or the Discover America stuff — so news that his car was recently stolen while on tour in Atlanta is upsetting. Especially since this isn’t the first time Staples has been in a similar situation. A few years back, Staples, Winston Jazz Routine and State Bird were held up at gunpoint.

It’s one thing to get robbed once as a musician. It’s something else if it happens twice — and it’s not because you parked your van overnight in Detroit! So if you feel inclined to help a friend in need, he’s offering an appropos cover of Bruce Springsteen’s Stolen Car by himself and Gasoline Heart’s Louis DeFabrizio for anyone who gives a little scratch.

Also, we’re not sure what this does to the status of his remaining dates. And I’m particularly curious, since I saw a house show scheduled for tomorrow in Louisville (but no details, so if anyone has those, pass them on as well).

2 Responses to “Chris Staples’ Car Gets Stolen”

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   On 01/14/10 11:20 AM, Dustin said:

   The show tonight in Louisville is still, as well as all the Ohio dates.

   The Indiana and Illinois dates are currently pending.

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   On 01/19/10 2:25 PM, Eric said:

   Man. I love both of these dudes to begin with. It’s even more awesome that they are doing a song by The Boss. Fantastic!

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