I come to you with the unfortunate news that earlier this week one of our dear friends, Dan Duggins, has suffered a stroke. Below is a statement written by a mutual friend of the band and Dan’s who has helped set up a fund for his healthcare. Please read. We love you Dan, your in our hearts and our prayers.

An old and dear friend of mine, Dan Duggins needs your help. For those of you who have not heard, or don’t know Dan, on Tuesday evening he suffered a stroke due to a blood clot in his neck. He is currently in a “locked in” state in intensive care, which means that he can not move and cannot communicate, except with eye movement. I’ve just read this morning that he moved his left foot on command, which is absolutely amazing, and definitely hopeful!

For those of you who have never met Dan, he was the commanding force behind the drums for Hot Rod Circuit from early 2004 until the end of the band in 2007. Over the last couple of years Dan played drums with the Queen Killing Kings, and currently with Zigmat.

I first met Dan in his days with his old band Lazycain, way back in the Richmond days…probably 1997-ish. He and I got the chance to become friends in early 2000 when he filled in for Hot Rod after Wes left the band. He has always been a great friend, a stand up guy, and a talented musician. I don’t think there is one person in the world that would disagree with any of these things about Dan. He is just a solid individual.

When I heard the news yesterday I was in utter shock. This news crushed everyone that I spoke to yesterday. I am really hoping that everyone will rally behind Dan and Jo Ann and their families right now in their time of need and support.

Like most full time musicians, Dan does not have health insurance. His medical bills and living expenses during/after this will be through the roof. I have set up a paypal account to help him and his family with this financial burden. If there are any of you out there that can donate to help, it would be greatly appreciated. Even a few dollars will help. Here is the paypal info:

Dan Duggins Fund
dandugginsfund@gmail.com <mailto:dandugginsfund@gmail.com>  (this is the paypal account email address)
DONATE

Cards and well wishes can be sent to Dan’s family here:
Tom & Chris Duggins
4317 Joseph Drive
Glen Allen, VA 23060

Thank you for reading this and keeping Dan in your thoughts. We have to stay positive for him so he can fight through this!