November 4, 2007 10:15 pm

Name:

Anje

Location:

Comments:

You are missed! Listening to "Gonna die tryin" and it breaks my heart every time...such a shame. Condolances to the widow for such a tragedy. His music will live on...

October 11, 2007 8:38 pm

Name:

becky

Location:

Anna Maria Island

Comments:

I met jeff and dana in new orleans very briefly through allison. What an extraordinary couple. I still have my signed poster that was immediately framed. jeff, There is a rock and roll heaven and you're some where near center stage. Dana, I continue to say novinas for your comfort. sincerely bec. Alisons friend

September 13, 2007 7:35 pm

Name:

Janet Quinby

Location:

Comments:

Just want to say hi

August 29, 2007 8:13 pm

Name:

Harold Naideau

Location:

NYC

Comments:

just checking in
to see who is here

August 13, 2007 10:38 am

Name:

alison briggs

Location:

Florida

Comments:

just wanted to say hi

August 5, 2007 2:42 pm

Name:

Bobby Blotzer

Location:

L. A

Comments:

I played with Jeff for a couple years in 78-79 in rockett 88. and we lost track around 90 and i didn't hear about him passing until recently. Super bummed. wished i could talk to him again. I always loved him. Anyone that reads this that knows me drop a line please. R I P Jeff.

August 3, 2007 6:28 pm

Name:

Janet Quinby

Location:

Comments:

It's been a long time since I have had contact with Dana and was wondering how to reconnect. Still miss you and Jeff every day. James and Janet

June 26, 2007 8:36 am

Name:

juan soroeta

Location:

Comments:

Five years later... I am still listening to your music, and I will continue to listen to you. Thanks!

June 19, 2007 11:29 am

Name:

Joe Cooper

Location:

Las Vegas

Comments:

Hi Jeff
Thinking about you, anybody wanna keep his music ALIVE go vote for him at songvault.net in the blues genre I need more of his music so I can put it up on songvault if anyone is interested in helping me please email me!!!!
Thank You.....

Love You Jeff

June 18, 2007 10:26 pm

Name:

William Jones

Location:

SM, CA

Comments:

Jeff, Oh My GOD...I just recognized the message you'd sent...On that great B&W photo of you playing solo on your keyboard in the swamp with the ducks and bridge behind you...look just over your right shoulder and just above the bridge pointing at the 'center duck'....It's where we ALL come from, Jeff. A perfect and beautiful 'Punani'. Did you know this then or did you leave it up to us? Always the 'ladies man' and I always admired you for your style. I wonder if there are any more 'surprises' in store for us. You did and always will...rock our worlds. Love you..Bill

June 18, 2007 10:05 pm

Name:

William Jones

Location:

Santa Monica, Ca.

Comments:

Hey Jeffrey, Bill here. Your remarkable Bride and I celebrated your life on the 16th and man did we 'remember you'. Five years, my old friend (you WERE born on March 5, 1954..Ha!) I will not ever forget those 7 days I spent with family and friends, that "Jazz Funeral", that incredibly profound sense of loss that lasts to this day. You ARE one in a million, "El Jefe"... I Love You..(Woops, it was Friday the 15th when Dana Sue called and invited me to lunch...long, VERY long day)Bill PS Now that the site is up, I'd love to talk more...

June 18, 2007 9:53 pm

Name:

William Jones

Location:

Santa Monica, Ca.

Comments:

Hey Jeffrey, Bill here. Your remarkable Bride and I celebrated your life on the 17th and man did we 'remember you'. Five years, my old friend (you WERE born on March 5, 1954..Ha!) I will not ever forget those 7 days I spent with family and friends, that "Jazz Funeral", that incredibly profound sense of loss that lasts to this day. You ARE one in a million, "El Jefe"... I Love You..Bill

May 23, 2007 8:51 pm

Name:

Al Sands

Location:

Comments:

Looking to see who is still saying great things about Jeff.

May 10, 2007 9:02 pm

Name:

Joe Cooper

Location:

California

Comments:

I just found out about Jeff I was looking for him and didnt find what I wanted to see...
I worked as a live sound engineer for jeff with a band in orange county called squadron one and then again for No Where Fast his first album with scoti brothers way back.
Jeff was a great and dear friend of mine that I will never ever forget. god I cant believe this happened.
I will miss you Jeff!!!

Joe Cooper

April 20, 2007 4:45 pm

Name:

Sarah

Location:

Comments:

LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU JEFF!!!

March 26, 2007 6:19 pm

Name:

Gilda

Location:

north hollywood

Comments:

Hi dana,

We sure do miss you! Please call me some time. MISS YOU LOTS! Smooches to Aidan

February 24, 2007 10:18 pm

Name:

charlie sitzer

Location:

Comments:

I miss you

February 11, 2007 9:36 pm

Name:

Dana

Location:

Los Angeles

Comments:

hello to all who have written. I am so grateful that the guestbook is back up! I missed reading all of the posts. Our house was totalled in Katrina - but it was only a house, I still have all the wonderful memories! I miss ya Jeff!

February 5, 2007 7:14 pm

Name:

Chester Stout

Location:

Granada Hills, CA

Comments:

Nice to be back

March 13, 2006 11:58 pm

Name:

Gail Rochlin

Location:

Sherman Oaks

Comments:

Just was talkin' 'bout Jeff and Dana and thinkin' about all of the memories and fun and life and laughing and love - how are you Dana?

October 28, 2005 1:22 am

Name:

Steve Conrad

Location:

San Luis Obispo

Comments:

Seems like it was only yesterday, It was February '77 and I was 22 and had moved back to LA from Chicago the year before for the music scene. I was living in Manhattan Beach, and one night I heard the unmistakable sounds of a local rock / dance band practicing in a local suburban garage. They sounded pretty decent, so I drove around with my car window rolled down and I eventually located which garage they were in. This is when I first heard Jeff Nadeau's singing and piano playing. They were just wrapping up that evening's practice, and as they were leaving I introduced myself as a local guitar player seeking a band. Jeff offered to have me come over and jam that weekend, and we hit things off rather well musically - within months we put a band together called Rocket 88. Since Jeff had a phone, Jeff booked most of our gigs - eventually we had a booking agency in Tucson, Arizona schedule our gigs, and we spent many many road trips in our vans traveling and playing rock gigs all over the southwest - up into Colorado and New Mexico. 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off, for 2 straight years. Lots of living, lots of colorful memories. Like any touring band several scenes in the movie Spinal Tap serve as a document to re-kindle up memories of those times. We went through many drummers - and we played many memorable gigs, as well as many clunkers. Wet T-Shirt Night, Wet Short Night, on stage wrestling matches between barmaids / bandmates and their girlfriends who dropped into town unexpectedly. Flagstaff was always my favorite place. We played an eclectic mix - Steelie Dan, Little Feat, Cheap Trick, and our one set per night of 100% originals from Bruce Bossert the Bass player and Jeff's own brand of honky tonk. I got to place my lead guitar icing on top of an eclectic mix of grooves. By 1980, the band eventually ran its course, and I got a day gig building guitars and repairing amps at Valley Arts. Then I moved on to work for NASA/JPL and deep space probes and got married for the 1st time around. Luckily I would run into Jeff every 7 years at NAMM show, and I'd hear all about his exciting music career. In '97 I was divorced and getting back into the music scene, playing guitar on TV commercials and Jeff invited me to sit in with his band in Santa Monica, CA – was a blast. His "muse" was always catered to and cultivated- always on tap, never left to wither and die, nor feel abandoned. I'm reminded of Jeff's spirit whenever I try to play Lowell George type slide guitar, or whenever I travel down a southwest desert highway and I pass the same stretch of road where our van broke down nearly 30years before. Jeff's humor always saved the day, and made us fearless. Steve Conradmy current bandwww.kristenblack.com

September 22, 2005 8:21 am

Name:

Leslie Baker

Location:

L.A.

Comments:

Hi Dana,Glad to know from readings the posts here that you are OK & here on the West Coast. Joe & I would love to see you --- let us know.Love always---Jeff remains prominent in my thoughts....a truly incredible talentLeslie Bakerü

September 16, 2005 2:32 am

Name:

Janet and James Quinby

Location:

San Francisco

Comments:

Dana, so glad to read the letter from Jeff's brother that you are OK and out here in the sunshine. So so so sorry to see your beautiful state in shambles but we all know the South shall rise again. We especially treasure now a photo of Jeff and James' sister outside Andrew Jaegger's Seafood House, she was there on her 10th anniversary trip, and now Andrew Jaegger has opened a new restaurant in San Francisco which we will go to this weekend and try to get him to sign the photo for us. So may memories of Jeff and New Orleans and his love for it. I'm sure he will have a hand in the rebuilding of Bourbon Street. Let us know how you are doing. All our love and best wishes......Janet and James

September 11, 2005 9:50 pm

Name:

Harold Naideau

Location:

Northport

Comments:

Bro Man - I figure you heard about the great tragedy that hit your city a few weeks ago. I couldn't help but wonder what you have done if you had been there. When Hurricane Katrina hit would you have left or stayed? I don't know. I know Dana and the dogs are ok and out on the West Coast, but wondering what is left of her life, house and memories in NOLA. When I saw Bourbon Street and the French Quarter being flooded my heart went out to all the good people you introduced me to down there. Hope everyone survived.I hope you're doing well up there and if you can, send us down a blues song or two.I think of you all the time man. Whenever I see a beautiful sunset or feel a cool breeze on my face I can see your smile.Miss ya always. Love, H

July 28, 2005 1:28 am

Name:

Chester Stout

Location:

Granada Hills

Comments:

Days to nights.....Weeks into years.....our tears become the gentle summer rain.....Holding tight we trust unto destiny....And let go of the reigns.....

July 27, 2005 9:06 pm

Name:

Rockin' Jake

Location:

new orleans

Comments:

Jeff- Just got off the phone with the guy who makes my Badmouth Hot Sauce and he was askin' about ya. Had to give him the bad news. We talked about ya quite a bit and it brought back some great memories about you and what a great guy you were. My prayers are with you and Dana. Please say hello to Big Walter Horton for me. Luv ya man,Jake

June 17, 2005 3:19 am

Name:

JILL

Location:

MANDEVILLE

Comments:

JEFF NAIDEAU - an inspiration for the masses, an electrifying creative talent, and gentle soul and touched so many in such a short time. Everyone carries his joy and the gifts he gave to all close to their heart. He will forever live in our hearts, and continue to allow us to "Shine". Love to you, Dana. Hope you are enjoying your grandson. New life always brings happiness. Freddy has a 1 year old granddaughter. I believe he is doing much better and quite busy. Life has a way of keeping on. Take care.

June 16, 2005 6:45 pm

Name:

James and Janet Quinby

Location:

San Rafael

Comments:

Hi Dana, we have pictures of Jeff in our house and he smiles at us always, the smile that brightens our day.......forever. We miss him. Our love to you.

March 15, 2005 6:36 pm

Name:

Carla Cyphers

Location:

Providence

Comments:

Jeff I have been thinking about you alot lately. I realized that your birthday just passed and maybe that is why i have been thinking about you and Dana so much. I only had the opportunity to be a part of you and Dana's life for a very short time, but you both made such an impacton me that I can never forget you. I dont give up on love because of you and Dana. I have never met two people so much in love after so many years. Dana was there for me when I needed help and she did what she did for me for you. She said you would have wanted it that way. I can still believe in love because of what I saw in the two of you. I will always remember your Thanksgiving Day wedding and your Mardi Gras birthday that I gave away by showing up a little too unexpectedly for you to believe that it was coincidence. I love and miss you both very much. Dana I miss talking to you. I try to reach you every time I come back to New Orleans. I hope I can catch you this Jazz Fest. Thankyou for being a friend. Love Always Carla

December 27, 2004 5:49 pm

Name:

mark j tomorsky

Location:

los angeles

Comments:

Happy Holidays to everyone! Say Jeff, how bitchen do all the Christmas lights look from up there? Say hi to ray.

September 19, 2004 3:16 am

Name:

Harold Naideau

Location:

Northport

Comments:

Its hard to find words to put on this website. I had to come here and visit tonight and I like to read all the messages from all the hearts and souls you touched so much. I try, and I'd like to believe - that maybe you are reading this, bro. If so - I want you to know that I listen to your voice on the new CD, and I see your face in the clouds at sunset, and I can sometimes feel you like a breeze on my face. I miss you. See you later, man. Love, Harold

July 15, 2004 7:39 pm

Name:

Barbara Schmidt

Location:

New Orleans

Comments:

Jeff and Dana lived next door to me and I learned to love them dearly. They always had room for one more person. I was heartbroken when I heard Jeff had died. Keep going Dana, we love you.

July 8, 2004 6:35 pm

Name:

Kerry Albertson

Location:

Kansas City

Comments:

Jeff: I just finished listening to the CD that Dana did in your honor. Wow! I just wanted to let you know that Jim and I miss you and love you with all our hearts. It must be rockin in Heaven! Dana, I'm so thankful to you for sharing Jeff with us. You, my dear cousin, are a gift from Heaven above. We love you, Jim & Kerry Albertson

June 24, 2004 9:33 pm

Name:

Janet and James

Location:

San Rafael

Comments:

Never to be forgotten, always in our hearts and our thoughts.

June 17, 2004 1:36 pm

Name:

Shawn

Location:

Comments:

Its hard to believe its been 2 years. I think about you and Dana often. Love and peace to you both.

May 24, 2004 11:35 pm

Name:

Gail Rochlin

Location:

Sherman Oaks

Comments:

Just got to thinkin' about Jeff and Dana and Bill and all the others and all the fun we've had over the years...Dana, the pictures of the different bands are such fun .... what memories what music ... see you guys soon - can't believe Aidan is 2 ...

March 23, 2004 7:57 am

Name:

Jeffrey Townsend

Location:

Walla Walla

Comments:

Jeff and I were roommates at fourteen and fifteen years of age, at school in Connecticut. Back then I was the keyboard player and he was the guitar player! We lost touch, but I'd heard a few years later that he'd gotten serious about music and gravitated to the piano. I was stunned to find out tonight about Jeff's passing. I suppose I'd held onto a little fantasy that we'd run into each other someday or reconnect somehow. He was more worldly than I, at that age, and I remember looking up to him as something of an arbiter of hipness. He introduced me to so many kinds of music, and we shared so much laughter. Jeff, old friend, I was cheered to see your smiling face in so many pictures. May your spirit live on in your music forever!

March 4, 2004 8:06 pm

Name:

Bill Jones

Location:

Santa Monica

Comments:

Well, old friend, you did it again. You 'got there' first and as usual..I have to catch up. You were always older than me (in light years), and always will be. I'll be 50 in June, same day as yours (5th), and I'm actually excited about it. Some years ago, you and Jon Burton got me a rod and reel for one of my birthdays. Still have it. I was just sitting here thinking about you, and this one (of many) fond memories popped in. In fact, the only memories I have of you are beyond 'fond'. Some are downright bizarre! Regardless, there's an echo of grand laughter accompanying each and every one. Thank you for that. Also, I hope you like my song, "On The Leading Edge Of A Rainbow's Arc". It was unrealistic to think back last year as I wrote the poem that Marcel would bring such melodious life to my words. But that he did. Anyhow, Happy Birthday. Dana's carrying your flame like an Olympic torch runner on spike heels. She's amazing. Love to you and all the individuals who log on to your site. Speaking of "Shine", I now have 'shiny' titanium implants in my knee. You see? Your music can be incorporated into almost anything! Later, Bill

March 4, 2004 3:10 pm

Name:

Dana

Location:

Comments:

Happy Birthday! The final touches are being done to your CD "A Better Place", it will be released in less than a month. I love you!

November 17, 2003 5:57 pm

Name:

William Jones

Location:

Santa Monica

Comments:

Well, my old friend, it's been well over a year and I still hear your laugh on occasion. I recently released my therapist and 'cold turkeyed' all the anti-depressants. Maybe not the wisest decision at the onset of the holidays but hey, I felt a 'Shine' I haven't felt in quite some time. Maybe it's you. As I write this, Dana Sue is under a Tornado Warning. Maybe you could check in on her. You know damn well she's out in the back with her cameras and the dogs. She's one tough woman, man, and she's looked after me during some pretty trying times. On my next visit to 'The Easy' perhaps you could 'visit'. In 'Times Like These' I'd like to believe anything's possible. Later and Love, Bill

October 15, 2003 7:01 am

Name:

Collette

Location:

Comments:

I am so happy to see everyone is still writing in this guestbook. I really miss you Jeff. Mom is doing better, she is working & shes stopping smoking, & getting healthy, I'm really proud of her. Aidan is running all over , he still LOVES music & loves to dance. When he gets upset , I dont turn in cartoon to distract him , I turn on music. Tonight we were playing a cd & Aidan got up on the fireplace ( his stage) And danced for about an half hour straight. I wish you were here. We all miss you so much . Love you

September 29, 2003 1:17 am

Name:

Al

Location:

Tampa

Comments:

hi man, I am sitting in my jiggy jiggy room and i have hanging the poyeye's nola jazzfest purse we both got and was just thinking of you, and how we nearly lost my bag, thanks for a great birthday. Love you, miss you. i'm going to see Dana thanksgiving i can't wait bye for now. Alison

September 25, 2003 2:08 am

Name:

Dana

Location:

Comments:

Hey Honey, the new CD of your previously unreleased music is on the way. Today we worked on "Better Place", you are amazing. I miss you tonight. Soon, everyone can share in the music left that only I have heard. I will always love you.

August 25, 2003 6:18 am

Name:

Elizabeth

Location:

Easton

Comments:

YOU ARE ONE WILD & CRAZY BLUESMAN!!!! I THINK I AM IN LOVE!!! YOUR MUSIC IS THE GREATEST!

July 3, 2003 9:48 am

Name:

Chester

Location:

Granada Hills

Comments:

Now only words left to say...For a loved one too soon called away...Close the door and pull the shade...But we never let the memories fade...Every day we will think of you...What was once can be again...For in our hearts and in our thoughts...So you shall remain...Far from the edge...Cast out to sea...Shining to eternity....

June 30, 2003 7:00 am

Name:

Location:

Comments:

just another day. Andriana had her baby, a beautiful little boy. Isaiah Joseph. 8 lbs 19 inches. Sophia was born, Richard and Darlenes granddaughter. Aidan heard your song to him on his birthday, and he danced. so many gifts you left. You are so missed. your memory, your music will call to us and help us to remember to believe.

June 19, 2003 6:05 am

Name:

James and Janet Quinby

Location:

`San Rafael

Comments:

Dana, It isn't possible to think of everyday thibgs without thibnking about Jeff. We have photos of him in our house and we see him everyday. We like that. We hear hus music and we knoe he'd near. Forgeet all the s[pelling mistakes..................... I LOVE JEFF AND WILL ALWQAYS REMEMBERT HIM AS A COOL DOOD. I'LL NEVER NEVE4R NEVEREVER NEVER NEVER FORGET HIM AND WILL LOVE HIM WITH YOU 4EVER..JANET

June 17, 2003 7:43 pm

Name:

Kerry

Location:

Kansas City

Comments:

Jeff, It is so hard to believe it has been a year. We think of you so often. Dana, Jim and I love you dearly. Your cousin Kerry

June 16, 2003 10:44 pm

Name:

Alison

Location:

Tampa

Comments:

hey jeff a year today, I can't believe it, I miss you and Dana now as I moved away, I often think of all the good time we had and that makes me feel warm to know I had the honor of knowing such a great naughty bloke, miss you loads can't wait to see you again. buckets of love Alison xxx

June 16, 2003 8:13 pm

Name:

Dana

Location:

Comments:

it's been a year. Today. Sad day, but full of wonderful memories. Love, laughter, music and mischief, friendship and passion. What a wonderful life I've had because of you. My sincerest thanks to all the people who have written and continue to write on this site, it gives peace and joy.